Senator Chuck Grassley from Iowa has asked President Donald Trump to stop diesel fuel exports. He wants this to help lower high diesel prices in the United States.
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Senator Chuck Grassley is a Republican from Iowa.
He made the request on Saturday evening.
Grassley suggested using an embargo, which means banning exports of diesel fuel.
He compared the idea to actions taken by U.S. presidents in the 1970s who restricted agricultural exports.
The goal is to help reduce high prices for diesel fuel in the U.S.
Diesel is a type of fuel used mainly for trucks, buses, and farming equipment.
The embargo would mean keeping more diesel inside the country instead of sending it abroad.
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President Donald Trump plans to create a new board to oversee which research projects the National Institutes of Health (NIH) can fund. This board would have the power to reject projects that do not match the president’s priorities, moving away from the usual system that focuses on scientific value.
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The new board would include Russell Vought, the White House budget director, and NIH director Jay Bhattacharya.
The board must agree unanimously to approve NIH grant awards.
This plan follows complaints from the Trump administration that the NIH funds “woke” or politically opposed research.
The NIH traditionally reviews grant proposals based on scientific merit, not political views.
The NIH is the largest public funder of medical research worldwide.
Researchers have filed a lawsuit claiming the administration is censoring opposing views through funding decisions, which they say violates the First Amendment.
Since President Trump’s second term began, billions in federal health-related research funding have been cut or frozen, especially projects with keywords like “equity,” “racist,” “gender,” and “climate change.”
The Department of Health and Human Services and the White House have not yet commented on this plan.
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A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer shot and wounded a man in Austin, Texas. The man is in serious but stable condition, and local officials want an independent investigation into the shooting.
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The shooting happened on the north side of Austin, Texas.
The man was shot once in the torso and taken to a hospital.
Austin Police were not involved in the shooting or operation.
Austin’s mayor and police chief want the city’s police to help investigate for transparency.
ICE and the Department of Homeland Security have not given full details yet.
U.S. Representative Greg Casar called for a full, independent investigation and release of body camera footage.
Other recent ICE shootings have occurred in Texas and Maine in 2024.
The shootings happen during President Donald Trump’s ongoing immigration enforcement efforts.
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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear said the next president should focus on solving the housing affordability crisis with a major federal housing program. He suggested that quick spending of federal funds and cutting regulations could help build millions of new homes across the country.
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Beshear plans to make housing affordability a top issue if he runs for president in 2028.
He proposes a large federal investment in housing, not small or slow spending.
Beshear supports strict rules to ensure states use federal money quickly or lose it.
He believes $150 billion in government funding could lead to $1 trillion in housing development.
Beshear’s ideas align with the "Abundance" movement, which calls for fewer housing regulations.
A Pew Research Center poll shows 64% of Americans are very worried about housing costs.
Beshear said he has not decided whether he will run for president soon, despite rumors.
He expressed concern about leaving a better country for his children as a motivation.
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Specialist courts specifically for rape and serious sexual offence cases will be introduced in all crown courts in England and Wales over the next two years. These courts will have private facilities for victims, special training for court staff, and fixed trial dates to improve the experience and speed up justice for survivors.
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Each crown court will have at least one courtroom dedicated to handling rape and sexual offence cases.
Victims will use private entrances and waiting rooms separate from defendants.
Court staff will receive training focused on understanding trauma.
Survivors will be assigned a single contact person for support throughout the case.
Trials will have fixed dates instead of being placed on floating lists, reducing delays.
The program is funded by the Ministry of Justice with an estimated cost of £23 million.
The reforms respond to calls from survivors and advocacy groups such as Rape Crisis England and Wales.
Labour MP Charlotte Nichols spoke publicly about her rape and long court delay to support changes to the justice system.
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Many people who worked closely with Vice President Kamala Harris believe she will not run for president in 2028. They say her current actions aim to keep her influential without fully preparing for a campaign, though she has not made a final decision.
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Most former aides and donors to Harris think she will not run for president in 2028.
Early polls suggest Harris is a leading candidate for the Democratic nomination if she runs.
Harris is currently campaigning for other candidates, writing a book, and appearing on podcasts.
Some former aides say she is doing just enough to stay relevant but not actively preparing to run.
They believe Harris knows she will face challenges because of past campaign issues in 2024.
Some top donors are hesitant to support another Harris campaign and prefer other candidates.
Harris has taken steps that suggest uncertainty about running, like stepping back from her social media and buying a house.
One former aide estimates there is about a 50% chance Harris will decide to run.
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A man was shot and injured in an incident involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in North Austin, Texas. He was taken to a local hospital and is currently in serious condition.
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The shooting happened on Sunday in North Austin.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) was involved in the incident.
The injured man was taken to a hospital in serious condition.
Officials held a press conference to update the public.
ABC News contacted ICE and the Texas Department of Public Safety for comments.
The situation is still developing, and more information may be released later.
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A man was shot and taken to the hospital by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Austin, Texas. The details about the man's condition and how the shooting happened are not yet known, and investigations are ongoing.
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The shooting occurred on a Sunday in Austin, Texas.
The victim was transported to the hospital after being shot by an ICE agent.
The exact condition of the wounded man has not been shared.
No clear information is available about what led to the shooting.
Local and federal sources have confirmed the incident.
Democratic Congressman Greg Casar called for a full, independent investigation and the release of body camera footage.
Casar expressed concerns about previous shootings by ICE and called for truth and accountability.
This shooting is one of at least a dozen involving federal agents since President Donald Trump began his second term in 2025.
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Scott Tranter, who leads data science at Decision Desk HQ, said Republican Mike Rogers has little time left to catch up to Democrat Abdul El-Sayed in the Michigan Senate race. The forecast gives El-Sayed a 67% chance of winning in November, while Rogers has a 33% chance.
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Mike Rogers is the Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate seat in Michigan.
Abdul El-Sayed is the Democratic candidate running against Rogers.
Decision Desk HQ is an organization that analyzes election data.
Scott Tranter is the director of data science at Decision Desk HQ.
Their forecast predicts El-Sayed has a 67% chance to win the election.
Rogers’s chance to win is estimated at 33%.
Tranter said Rogers’s time to reduce the gap in the race is limited.
The election will take place in November.
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Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar, a Republican from Florida, described Venezuela’s interim president as a "necessary evil" until Venezuela can hold free and fair elections. She supported President Donald Trump’s decision to meet with the Venezuelan leader during the United Nations General Assembly in New York City.
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Rep. Salazar is a Republican representative from Florida.
She referred to Venezuela’s interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, as a "necessary evil."
Salazar said this is a temporary situation until Venezuela has free and fair elections.
President Donald Trump met with Delcy Rodríguez in New York City.
The meeting took place during the United Nations General Assembly.
Salazar defended President Trump’s decision to meet with Rodríguez despite potential controversy.
The discussion was reported on CBS News by Margaret Brennan.
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Senator Bill Cassidy, a doctor and Republican, said measles is harmful not only to the person who gets it but also to others. He compared having measles to drunk driving, explaining that it can cause harm beyond the individual.
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Senator Bill Cassidy is a Republican and a licensed medical doctor.
He spoke about the growing measles epidemic on "Face the Nation."
Cassidy said having measles is not just harmful to the person who catches it.
He compared measles to drunk driving, meaning it can hurt other people too.
Cassidy’s point was to highlight the risks measles poses to the community, not just individuals.
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Kevin Hassett, director of the National Economic Council, defended President Donald Trump’s actions during the conflict with Iran. Hassett said the president had to act to prevent a worse situation after Iran stopped diplomatic talks.
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Kevin Hassett spoke publicly on Sunday about the Iran conflict.
He is the director of the National Economic Council.
Hassett supported President Trump’s decision to take action against Iran.
He explained the conflict began when Iran said they would no longer negotiate.
Hassett suggested that not acting could have led to a more serious outcome.
The statement refers to actions taken by President Trump during tensions with Iran.
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President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will meet on Monday at the mayor’s residence, Gracie Mansion, in New York City. The meeting will discuss issues affecting New York City.
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The meeting is scheduled for Monday.
It will take place at Gracie Mansion, the mayor’s official residence.
President Donald Trump will attend the meeting.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a Democrat, will also attend.
The focus will be on issues affecting New York City.
The information comes from both the White House and the mayor’s press office.
The mayor’s press office shared details through an emailed statement.
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Senator Bill Cassidy urged President Donald Trump to be clear and truthful about vaccines as the U.S. faces the highest number of measles cases in over 30 years. Cassidy, a doctor, emphasized that vaccines are safe and effective, and he criticized the president’s claims that the MMR vaccine could be harmful.
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The U.S. has seen the most measles cases in more than 30 years in 2024.
Senator Bill Cassidy, a medical doctor, called for President Trump to be "radically honest" about vaccines.
President Trump questioned the current MMR vaccine schedule and suggested splitting vaccines into separate doses given over time.
The president claimed without evidence that the combined MMR vaccine could be "lethal."
Cassidy asked the president to explain the basis of his claims and pointed out the dangers of measles outbreaks, including deaths.
Cassidy supports vaccines, stating they are safe and recommended for protecting public health.
He criticized the president for spreading misinformation that could discourage vaccinations and increase illness.
Cassidy also spoke about his support for FDA nominee Heidi Overton and surgeon general nominee Nicole Saphier, who both support vaccine safety.
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President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani are scheduled to meet in New York City at Gracie Mansion. They have met before in Washington and plan to discuss issues affecting the city and its people.
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The meeting will take place Monday at Gracie Mansion, the mayor’s official residence in Manhattan.
A city official and the White House confirmed the meeting on Sunday.
This will be their first meeting in New York City; they have met twice before in Washington.
In previous talks, they agreed to work together on making the city better and more affordable.
Housing development has been one focus of their conversations.
Mayor Mamdani prefers to keep the details of their ongoing talks private.
Mamdani is a democratic socialist who originally ran against President Trump but now has a working relationship with him.
Their past meetings surprised some, given their history of political opposition during the mayoral campaign.
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will meet with President Donald Trump on Monday, September 21, at Gracie Mansion, the mayor’s official home. The meeting will focus on issues important to New York City and its residents.
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The meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 21, 2026, at Gracie Mansion in New York City.
Mayor Mamdani and President Trump have met twice before, both times at the White House.
Their first meeting was in November 2025 when Mamdani was still mayor-elect.
Their second meeting occurred in February 2026.
No specific topics or details about the meeting were shared publicly.
President Trump will already be in New York to speak at the United Nations General Assembly that day.
The mayor’s office stated the discussion will focus on issues affecting New Yorkers.
The White House has not yet made an official comment about the meeting.
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President Donald Trump barred three major news organizations from covering the White House amid growing Republican concerns about his policies. The country faces ongoing challenges, including a long war with Iran, high gas and diesel prices, and debates over deportation policies, all while heading toward midterm elections in 44 days.
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President Trump blocked three major news organizations from White House access.
The United States has been at war with Iran for 200 days, contributing to high gas and diesel prices.
Some Republican lawmakers, including two in Iowa, voted against Trump’s open-ended war in Iran.
Florida Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar criticized Trump’s deportation policies, saying some Hispanic voters feel betrayed.
The U.S. faces ongoing tensions with Iran, Russia’s war in Ukraine, and challenging relations with China.
President Trump plans to attend the U.N. General Assembly and host Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington this week.
Rising energy costs and supply disruptions, including attacks on Saudi Arabian infrastructure, increase pressure on the president and his party before midterm elections.
California Democrat Ro Khanna urged Chinese AI companies to cooperate with U.S. firms to slow AI development for safety reasons; no response was received.
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Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar of Florida urged President Donald Trump to maintain his support among Hispanic voters, which was key to his 2024 election win. She criticized his immigration policies for being too strict and warned that some advisors might be hurting his success with these voters.
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Salazar spoke to President Trump after releasing a campaign ad criticizing his immigration enforcement.
She said Trump won 55% of Hispanic votes in 2024, which was historic for a GOP candidate.
Salazar described immigration as a complex issue and differentiated between various immigrant groups.
She said Trump's advisers might not be giving him the full picture on immigration policy.
Salazar is a Cuban American and represents a Miami district with a large Hispanic population.
She is running for reelection in November against Democrat Eliott Rodriguez.
Salazar emphasized the need to keep Hispanic voters supportive to continue winning elections.
She praised Trump for understanding business and immigration complexities better than others.
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Alaska's primary election ended with confusion because some candidates withdrew after qualifying for the general election. This caused upset among voters and raised questions about the state's unique voting system, which includes open primaries and ranked choice voting in the general election.
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Alaska uses a special election system with open primaries and ranked choice voting.
In the open primary, the top four candidates move on to the general election.
After the primary, some candidates withdrew from races for governor, U.S. Senate, and U.S. House.
These late withdrawals changed the final list of candidates for the general election in November.
Voters expressed frustration over candidates dropping out after winning primary spots.
Some voters also criticized candidates who stayed in despite the changes.
The situation has sparked debate about the fairness and complexity of Alaska’s election system.
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Representative María Elvira Salazar, a Florida Republican, criticized some immigration policies under President Donald Trump’s administration. She said these policies have upset many Hispanic voters and warned that some of Trump’s advisers might be harming his political legacy.
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María Elvira Salazar is a Republican congresswoman from Florida's 27th District.
She made a campaign ad criticizing parts of Trump’s immigration enforcement as too harsh.
Salazar personally spoke with President Trump about concerns from Hispanic voters.
She told Trump that Hispanic voters who supported him in 2024 feel "betrayed" by some immigration actions.
Salazar said Trump has a chance to fix long-standing immigration issues and protect his political gains.
She believes some of Trump’s advisers are giving poor advice, but did not name them.
Salazar emphasized Americans distinguish between criminals and hardworking immigrants.
The debate continues within the Republican Party about deportation policies and offering legal status to undocumented immigrants.
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