Former U.S. Rep. Cori Bush is running again in the Missouri Democratic primary to try to win back her seat from U.S. Rep. Wesley Bell. Their race shows changing Democratic views on U.S.-Israel relations and reflects shifting political dynamics in the party.
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Cori Bush was a progressive member of the “Squad” and served two terms before losing to Wesley Bell in 2024.
Bush and Bell are competing again in a St. Louis district that strongly supports Democrats.
The race highlights differing views on Israel; Bush criticized Israel’s response to the 2023 Hamas attack, while Bell is supported by the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC).
Public opinion among Democrats on U.S. support for Israel has shifted, with more now seeing it as “too supportive.”
Democratic socialists are actively campaigning for Bush across the country.
Both candidates gained leadership experience in Ferguson after protests following Michael Brown’s 2014 shooting.
The primary is one of several important political contests taking place in Missouri, including some Republican races and ballot measures.
Missouri voters are also considering ballot measures that could make it harder to pass citizen-initiated amendments and change state tax laws.
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Michigan voters are choosing candidates in key primary races, including the U.S. Senate and governor contests. The Senate race between progressive Abdul El-Sayed and establishment-backed Haley Stevens is closely watched as a test for the Democratic Party's future in a battleground state. Meanwhile, Republicans decide their governor nominee with President Donald Trump endorsing Rep. John James.
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Michigan’s Senate primary features Abdul El-Sayed, supported by Senator Bernie Sanders, versus Rep. Haley Stevens, backed by Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer.
The open Senate seat is due to Senator Gary Peters retiring. Democrats want to keep it to maintain control of the Senate.
Stevens has received nearly $30 million in outside support from AIPAC, which advocates for strong U.S.-Israel relations.
Michigan has the largest Arab American population in the U.S., making Israel-related issues important to voters.
Republican Mike Rogers, a former congressman, will be the GOP nominee for Senate after running unopposed.
For governor, Republicans will choose between Trump-endorsed Rep. John James and businessman Perry Johnson, who has contributed over $30 million to his own campaign.
This Michigan race mirrors other states where big self-funded campaigns challenge Trump-backed candidates.
The Democratic governor primary includes candidates such as Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and others.
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A 41-year-old man from El Salvador died while held at the Delaney Hall immigration detention center in Newark, New Jersey. Federal officials said he received medical care during his detention, but some politicians and groups question the conditions at the facility.
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Edwin Lopez-Cornejo was arrested on June 18 and died on Saturday at Delaney Hall.
The cause of his death is still under medical review.
Delaney Hall can hold about 1,000 detainees and has been protested for poor living conditions.
This is the second death at Delaney Hall during President Donald Trump’s second term.
At least 56 people have died in ICE custody since President Trump began his current term.
Some detainees at Delaney Hall have complained about lack of medicine and poor care.
Protests have taken place outside the facility against immigration policies and conditions there.
The facility is run by Geo Group, a private company that manages several detention centers.
New Jersey officials say they face difficulty inspecting the detention center fully.
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Michigan Democrats are voting in a Senate primary between moderate Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive Abdul El-Sayed. The winner will face Republican Mike Rogers in the November Senate race, which is important for control of the U.S. Senate in 2027.
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The Michigan Democratic Senate primary is between Rep. Haley Stevens (moderate) and Abdul El-Sayed (progressive).
The winner will run against Republican Mike Rogers, who is unopposed in his primary.
The race is seen as a contest between the Democratic establishment and progressive wings of the party.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer supports Stevens; Senators Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez back El-Sayed.
Stevens is a four-term congresswoman focusing on manufacturing and the economy in Michigan.
Stevens’ campaign received significant outside funding, including from the pro-Israel American Israel Public Affairs Committee.
El-Sayed, former Wayne County health director, supports Medicare for All and campaign finance reform, and opposes military aid to Israel.
Michigan voters are also choosing candidates for House races and to replace Governor Gretchen Whitmer, who cannot run again due to term limits.
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Comedian Jenny Yang is touring the country performing stand-up shows inside immigrant grocery stores. Her tour supports immigrant communities affected by immigration policies under President Donald Trump by raising awareness and donating to local nonprofits.
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Jenny Yang uses grocery stores as venues for her comedy shows.
The tour began in Los Angeles and will end there in September.
The project is called The Good Egg Immigrant Grocery Store Standup Comedy Tour.
Yang addresses social and political issues affecting immigrants in her comedy.
The tour helps immigrant communities in cities with large immigrant populations.
Local immigrant nonprofits help select stores and benefit from donations.
Yang is an immigrant from Taiwan and integrates her personal experiences.
The Asian Law Caucus supports the tour and its connection to immigrant rights.
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Firefighters in Spokane, Washington, are working quickly to stop large wildfires that have forced over 60,000 people to leave their homes. Bodycam videos show how fast firefighters must act to control the fire during the third day of the wildfire emergency in the area.
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Wildfires are burning near Spokane, Washington, in the northwestern United States.
More than 60,000 people have evacuated their homes because of the fires.
The wildfires have continued for at least three days.
Firefighters are using body cameras to record the fast pace of their work.
The bodycam footage shows the urgency and effort firefighters use to control the blaze.
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Darline Graham is competing in the South Carolina Republican Senate special primary to replace her late brother. After her first debate, prediction markets show her chances of winning have improved, but polls still show a close race with other candidates like Ralph Norman and Russell Fry.
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Darline Graham emphasizes she is not a career politician and supports President Donald Trump's policies.
She supports ending the Senate filibuster if needed to pass the SAVE America Act.
Prediction markets show Graham has about a 62-63% chance of winning the Republican nomination after the debate.
Polls show a more mixed picture, with some placing Ralph Norman ahead and others favoring Graham.
Representative Russell Fry is also competitive, making a runoff likely under South Carolina's rules.
Graham benefits from incumbency, Trump’s endorsement, and political connections from her late brother Lindsey Graham.
Recent polls show many voters undecided, indicating an uncertain primary outcome.
A runoff happens if no candidate receives more than 50% of the vote in the primary.
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President Donald Trump spoke with Rep. Max Miller about concerns related to allegations that Miller abused his ex-wife and their child. Miller denies the allegations and plans to stay in the race for reelection, saying internal polls show he is winning despite the accusations.
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President Trump called Rep. Max Miller to discuss worries about Miller’s reelection campaign after abuse allegations.
Miller denies the claims and says he will not quit the race.
The allegations include physical abuse toward Miller’s ex-wife, Emily Moreno, and their 2-year-old daughter.
Emily Moreno has asked the court for a restraining order against Miller.
Miller and Moreno have mutual restraining orders and are involved in a custody dispute.
Miller claims the allegations are false and politically motivated.
Investigators found no evidence to support one abuse claim made in February.
Senator Bernie Moreno, Emily’s father, says Miller should not serve in Congress and calls for him to get psychological help.
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Former Republican Congressman Jim Renacci said he might run for his old House seat if current Rep. Max Miller of Ohio drops out of the race. Miller is facing allegations of domestic abuse but denies them and plans to run for reelection.
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Jim Renacci previously served as a Republican congressman and was a U.S. Senate nominee.
Rep. Max Miller faces accusations of domestic abuse but denies any wrongdoing.
President Donald Trump told Miller that his reelection looks difficult.
Several Republicans and Democrats have expressed concern over Miller's candidacy.
Renacci has received calls from donors and campaign teams encouraging him to run if Miller quits.
Miller has publicly stated he will stay in the race despite pressure.
If Miller withdraws early, a special primary would be held to replace him; if later, party leaders choose a replacement.
Polling is underway to test Renacci’s chances if he decides to run again.
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A Salvadoran man named Edwin Lopez-Cornejo died after a medical emergency at the Delaney Hall immigration detention center in New Jersey. This is the second death at the facility within a year, and questions have been raised about medical care for detainees.
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Edwin Lopez-Cornejo, 41, died at a Newark hospital after a medical emergency at Delaney Hall.
ICE and GEO Group staff responded and sent him to the hospital, but the official cause of death is not yet known.
Lopez-Cornejo was detained again in June 2024 under a previous deportation order after first being deported in 2006.
He had health problems including diabetes, high blood pressure, and seizures, and advocates say he was denied medication in detention.
His family reported he told them he felt unwell and lost feeling in his face and hand shortly before his death.
Protests and vigils were held at Delaney Hall following his death.
This is the second death at the New Jersey facility in under a year; another detainee died there in December 2023.
Local officials, including New Jersey’s governor and members of Congress, have called for an investigation and questioned the care detainees receive.
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Jack Smith, a former special counsel, has been invited to testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee on September 22, according to Senator Chuck Grassley. Grassley is the chair of the committee and made the announcement on the social media platform X.
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Jack Smith is a former special counsel.
Senator Chuck Grassley is the chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Grassley invited Smith to testify on September 22.
The invitation was announced on Monday.
Grassley shared the news on the social platform X.
The testimony will take place in late September.
The Senate Judiciary Committee handles legal and judicial issues.
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President Donald Trump said he is offering Iran a final chance to engage in diplomacy. Meanwhile, Merrick Garland moved one step closer to becoming the attorney general.
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President Donald Trump stated he is giving Iran a "last chance" for diplomatic talks.
The goal is to find a peaceful solution between the U.S. and Iran.
Merrick Garland is being considered for the role of attorney general.
Garland’s confirmation process has progressed to the next stage.
The attorney general leads the U.S. Department of Justice.
This news was reported on CBS News during "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
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Several US states, including Minnesota, faced cyber-attacks that disrupted water systems. US agencies are investigating if Iran or groups linked to Iran are responsible, but no official blame has been assigned by President Donald Trump.
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Over 30 water systems in Minnesota were targeted in a coordinated cyber-attack.
Cyber-attacks affecting water systems were reported in seven US states.
The FBI and US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) are investigating a possible Iranian link.
Cyber-experts say Iran or North Korea are common suspects in such attacks, with Iran being a key focus due to current tensions.
President Trump blamed Minnesota officials for poor security but did not accuse Iran.
Iran denies involvement in cyber-attacks and has historically rejected similar accusations.
A cyber group named Handala, linked to Iran’s intelligence services, has claimed responsibility for past attacks on US water facilities.
US authorities have disrupted Iranian-linked cyber operations that targeted US and Israeli organizations.
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A federal judge ruled that New York cannot stop federal agents from wearing face coverings or force them to show identification. The judge said this law conflicts with the U.S. Constitution, which prevents states from interfering with federal law enforcement.
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New York passed a law banning federal agents from wearing masks and requiring visible ID.
A federal judge blocked this law, citing the Supremacy Clause of the U.S. Constitution.
The Supremacy Clause means federal law enforcement is not controlled by state rules.
The law was part of New York’s state budget and took effect in June.
Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James disagree with the judge’s decision and are exploring legal options.
A similar law in California was also blocked by a judge earlier this year.
The U.S. Department of Justice sued Connecticut over a similar mask ban for federal agents.
These cases are connected to state responses against immigration enforcement by federal agents.
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Twenty-five US states have sued President Donald Trump’s administration over new tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on goods from 60 countries, including the UK, China, and the EU. The states say the tariffs are illegal, while the White House says the tariffs target products made with forced labor and are lawful.
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The tariffs began in July and apply to goods from 60 trading partners.
The tariffs range from 10% to 12.5%.
The tariffs are meant to address concerns about forced labor used to make imported goods.
Twenty-five Democratic-led states argue the tariffs are "arbitrary, capricious, and contrary to law."
The White House says it has the legal authority to impose these tariffs to protect American businesses.
Some affected countries, such as Brazil, Japan, and China, called the tariffs unfair or political.
The tariffs cover 99.4% of US imports, according to the Office of the US Trade Representative.
Previous broad tariffs imposed by President Trump were struck down by the US Supreme Court, leading to refunds to companies.
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An immigrant named Edwin Lopez-Cornejo died while held at the Delaney Hall ICE detention center in New Jersey, marking the 22nd death in ICE custody this year. He was arrested in June, had a medical emergency in July, and died in a hospital shortly after.
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Edwin Lopez-Cornejo was 41 years old and from El Salvador.
He was arrested by ICE in Plainfield, New Jersey, on June 18 and taken to Delaney Hall to await deportation.
Lopez-Cornejo suffered a medical emergency and died at University Hospital in Newark.
This is the 22nd death in ICE custody so far this year.
His mother said he had a work permit and a job but was still detained.
Family members were unable to visit him because they are not US citizens.
Delaney Hall has faced protests about conditions, including reports of abuse and spoiled food.
Newark’s mayor called for the detention center to be closed and for better oversight.
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President Donald Trump increased restrictions on Cuba, saying the country is still a threat to U.S. national security. A former U.S. policy advisor agrees and says Cuban intelligence is very capable, which justifies concern.
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President Donald Trump tightened rules against Cuba.
The U.S. government views Cuba as a national security threat.
A former U.S. policy advisor supports this view.
Cuban intelligence services are considered highly skilled.
The new restrictions aim to address security concerns linked to Cuba.
The announcement was discussed on the Al Jazeera program “This is America.”
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A survey by the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association found that 64% of current federal workers said they probably would not choose a career in federal government if given the chance again. This shows many federal employees feel unsure about working in public service.
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The survey was done by the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association.
64% of federal workers said they would likely not enter federal service again.
The survey reflects the feelings of current federal employees.
The data suggests challenges or dissatisfaction in federal government jobs.
CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo reported on the survey results.
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A 24-year-old man shot and killed three people at an In-N-Out restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho. Police are investigating to find out the reason behind the shooting.
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The shooting happened at an In-N-Out restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho.
Three people were killed by the gunman.
The suspect is a 24-year-old man.
The incident took place on a Saturday.
Police are searching for the motive behind the shooting.
The investigation is ongoing.
Lilia Luciano reported on the event for CBS News.
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President Donald Trump has criticized wind turbines for many years, calling them unattractive, costly, and harmful to animals like birds. His opposition started with a wind farm project near his golf course in Scotland and has since grown into a broader effort to slow wind energy development in the United States, including executive actions taken during his current term.
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Trump first opposed wind turbines around 2006 due to a planned offshore wind farm near his Scottish golf course.
He challenged the Scottish wind farm through lawsuits and campaigns but ultimately lost as the project was approved.
His criticism of wind energy increased during his 2016 presidential campaign, linking it to opposition against climate policies.
Trump called wind turbines "ugly," claimed they hurt tourism, damage wildlife, and are expensive to maintain.
In 2019, he incorrectly claimed that turbine noise could cause cancer; experts rejected this claim.
After returning to office in 2025, Trump signed orders to pause or slow new offshore wind project approvals.
His actions received support from fossil fuel groups and criticism from renewable energy advocates.
Trump continues to speak against wind power as part of his energy policy, promoting fossil fuels instead.
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