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Second Lady Usha Vance Opens Up on Motherhood and Newborn Alec
Usha Vance shares her experience juggling four children and the joy of welcoming baby Alec, born July 19, 2026.
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US Senate Unanimously Opposes Pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell
The Senate passed a symbolic resolution against any presidential clemency for Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year sentence for sex-trafficking crimes linked to Jeffrey Epstein.
Guardian US | Jul 29, 2026, 9:57 PM
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Democratic Senate Candidate Graham Platner Withdraws Amid Allegations, Jeopardizing Midterm Prospects
Graham Platner’s exit from Maine’s Senate race following sexual misconduct allegations threatens Democratic efforts to secure Senate control and limit Donald Trump’s final term.
Guardian US | Jul 9, 2026, 4:59 AM
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UK’s Next Prime Minister Andy Burnham Faces Diplomatic Challenge with Donald Trump
As Keir Starmer resigns, Donald Trump prepares to engage with his fourth British prime minister, Andy Burnham, who aims to redefine UK-US relations amid complex political dynamics.
Guardian US | Jul 6, 2026, 5:51 AM
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Ohio Republican Max Miller Faces Calls to Resign Amid Domestic Abuse Allegations
GOP senator Bernie Moreno, Miller’s ex-father-in-law, declares him unfit for Congress as pressure mounts from within the party and former President Trump.
Guardian US | Aug 4, 2026, 5:04 PM
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Trump and White House Officials Privately Urge Rep. Max Miller to Drop Reelection Bid Amid Assault Allegations
Despite pressure from President Trump and White House aides, Ohio GOP Rep. Max Miller denies allegations and refuses to exit the race, pledging to seek an ethics investigation to clear his name.
CBS Politics | Aug 4, 2026, 4:48 PM
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25 US States Sue Trump Administration Over New Tariffs on Dozens of Countries
A coalition of mostly Democratic-led states challenges the legality of tariffs imposed on 60 trading partners, citing overreach and lack of connection to forced labour claims.
BBC World | Aug 4, 2026, 2:13 AM
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ICE Detentions Reach Trump-Era High in July Amid Expanded Immigration Crackdown
Internal data reveals over 46,000 detentions by ICE in July 2026, marking a record high during President Trump's second term as enforcement efforts intensify nationwide.
CBS Politics | Aug 3, 2026, 5:50 PM
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Michigan Reports First Two Deaths Linked to Cyclospora Outbreak as Cases Exceed 11,000
The parasitic infection causing severe diarrhoea has spread across 45 states, with Michigan at the epicentre of the outbreak.
BBC World | Aug 3, 2026, 5:04 PM
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Kentucky Governor Demands Explanation from Senator McConnell After Weeks of Senate Absence
Senator Mitch McConnell has not voted on legislation since June 11, prompting Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear to call for transparency about the senator's health and absence.
The Hill | Aug 3, 2026, 3:03 PM
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Hegseth Faces Senate Resistance Over Iran War Funding Request
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth struggles to secure Senate support for tens of billions in funding amid concerns over war costs and leadership.
The Hill | Aug 3, 2026, 10:12 AM
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Senate GOP Seeks Multiple Leaders to Fill Lindsey Graham’s Foreign Policy Role
Following the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, Senate Republicans acknowledge no single lawmaker can replace his unique influence on U.S. foreign policy, prompting a collective effort to guide the White House.
The Hill | Aug 2, 2026, 9:50 PM
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RFK Jr. Urges Measles Vaccination Amid Surge, Criticizes CNN Anchor Over COVID Coverage
US Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr. calls on parents to vaccinate children against measles as infections hit a 35-year high, while accusing CNN's Dana Bash of media malpractice during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Guardian US | Aug 2, 2026, 4:40 PM
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AOC Criticizes Democrats for Closing Ranks Around Biden, Blocking Primary Challengers
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez accused some Democrats of opposing a primary challenge to Joe Biden while later pushing him out, highlighting internal party tensions.
Fox News Latest | Aug 1, 2026, 6:29 PM
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Nearly 2,000 Ocean Rescues Prompt Warnings as Dangerous Surf Hits Popular California Beaches
El Niño-driven swells and strong rip currents have led to a surge in ocean rescues along Southern California beaches, with lifeguards urging caution amid ongoing hazardous conditions.
Fox News Latest | Aug 1, 2026, 2:48 PM
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Activists Push Back Against Democrats’ ‘Climate Hushing’ Amid Rising Climate Crises
Environmental groups mobilize nationwide during congressional recess to urge Democrats to prioritize climate action as extreme weather events intensify.
Guardian US | Aug 1, 2026, 1:20 PM
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Why Generations of Latin American Families in the US Embrace Hot Caldo in Summer
Caldo, a traditional broth-based dish, serves as both nourishment and cultural connection for Latin American households across the United States during the hot summer months.
Guardian US | Aug 1, 2026, 1:13 PM
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Trump and Zelenskyy’s Relationship Warms Amid Iran Crisis and Ukraine’s Growing Role
After a rocky start, US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy have developed a notably warmer relationship, influenced by Ukraine’s strategic support amid escalating tensions with Iran.
Guardian US | Aug 1, 2026, 10:47 AM
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Trump Revives Cold War-Era Anti-Communist Rhetoric Amid US Political Tensions
US President Donald Trump and Republicans warn of a political crisis, invoking Red Scare themes to counter rising progressive Democratic challenges ahead of November midterms.
ABC Australia News | Aug 1, 2026, 1:56 AM
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Trump Clarifies US Has Not Approved Ukraine to Build Patriot Missiles
President Donald Trump retracts earlier pledge to license Ukraine to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors, citing concerns over sharing advanced US missile technology.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 31, 2026, 6:55 PM
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Largest Tagged Male Great White Shark 'Contender' Travels Up US and Canada Coasts Amid Surge in Shark Sightings
The nearly 14-foot, 1,650-pound great white shark named Contender is moving north along the Atlantic coastline as warming oceans shift shark migration patterns, raising concerns about increased human-shark interactions.
Guardian US | Jul 31, 2026, 2:32 PM
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Trump Defends $1.8 Billion IRS Fund Amid Attorney General Nomination Standoff, Criticizes Senator Cornyn
President Donald Trump acknowledges the $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' is dead but expresses regret and defends it as he supports Todd Blanche’s stalled attorney general nomination.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 31, 2026, 2:21 PM
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Top Democrats Criticize Republicans as ‘Gelatinous Blobs’ Over Iran War Support
Senators Elizabeth Warren and Chris Van Hollen accuse Republican-controlled Congress of surrendering war powers to President Trump amid ongoing Iran conflict and intra-party disputes.
Guardian US | Jul 31, 2026, 9:29 AM
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Ohio Congressman Max Miller Denies Domestic Abuse Allegations Amid Calls for Resignation
Republican Max Miller faces mounting pressure over accusations from his ex-wife and former girlfriend as he campaigns for re-election in Ohio’s seventh district.
Guardian US | Jul 30, 2026, 7:39 PM