Defense Secretary Hegseth ordered a one-day pause for military commanders so service members can vote in the midterm elections. In King County, Washington, officials are processing ballots from service members and Americans living overseas, which arrive by mail or email. The article explains how these ballots are checked and counted to ensure security.
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Defense Secretary Hegseth directed a one-day "stand down" for military commanders to help service members vote.
Ballots from military personnel and Americans abroad are being processed in King County, Washington.
These ballots can arrive by regular mail or by email.
Officials verify the authenticity of ballots before counting them.
The process aims to keep overseas voting secure and accurate.
The midterm elections are currently underway.
Service members overseas face unique challenges in voting that require special procedures.
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Jared Kushner, who works for President Donald Trump as a special envoy, denied claims from a CNN report that said his private investment firm was linked to a company involved with Israel’s military. Kushner said the report gave a wrong impression about his diplomatic work and business investments.
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Jared Kushner is President Donald Trump’s son-in-law and a U.S. special envoy.
CNN published a report claiming Kushner’s private equity firm had connections to a company involved in Israeli defense.
Kushner disagreed with CNN’s story and called it misleading.
He said his work in the Middle East did not benefit investments in Israeli defense companies.
The story focused on the relationship between Kushner’s diplomacy and business interests.
Kushner is pushing back publicly against the claims made in the media.
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The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) has decided not to reopen a criminal investigation into former Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell regarding cost overruns in a Fed building renovation. The Fed’s inspector general found no criminal or administrative misconduct but noted poor oversight of the project.
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The DoJ will not reopen a criminal probe into Jerome Powell related to building renovation cost overruns.
Attorney General Todd Blanche said the investigation might continue if new criminal evidence appears.
The Fed’s inspector general found no proof of wrongdoing but criticized weak project oversight.
President Donald Trump has called for Powell’s resignation over this issue.
Jerome Powell stepped down as Fed chair in May but remains on the Federal Reserve Board.
Powell’s successor, Kevin Warsh, plans to hire an independent auditor to check all project costs.
Blanche indicated the DoJ might investigate further if the auditor finds criminal evidence.
Powell stated he would stay on the Fed board until the issue is fully resolved with transparency.
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David Brooks and Kimberly Atkins Stohr discussed recent political events, including President Donald Trump campaigning in Republican-leaning states. They also talked about weaknesses in the Republican Party before the midterm elections and the current government's plan for artificial intelligence.
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President Donald Trump is actively campaigning in states that usually vote Republican.
The Republican Party faces some challenges or weaknesses leading up to the midterm elections.
The discussion included the government’s approach to managing and regulating artificial intelligence.
David Brooks writes for The Atlantic.
Kimberly Atkins Stohr writes for The Boston Globe.
Geoff Bennett hosted the discussion.
The conversation focused on U.S. politics this week.
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The CBS Evening News on October 2nd covered various stories including new footage in a Cornell rape case, an interview with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu about a pilot stabbing, and updates on a college coach placed on leave after a player’s health issue. Other topics included global oil prices, developments in U.S. politics, and comments on job growth and unemployment.
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New video shows the arrest of Luigi Mangione related to a Cornell University rape investigation.
Attorney for the accuser in the Cornell rape case spoke to CBS News.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu gave an extended interview about an alleged stabbing of a pilot.
An Arizona State University coach was put on leave following a health incident involving a player.
Middle East oil exports have increased, but prices remain high worldwide.
The Supreme Court allowed the execution of Christa Pike to proceed.
A GOP candidate criticized the midterm election convention as harmful.
Job growth in the U.S. has slowed and the unemployment rate has increased recently.
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The U.S. Marines have successfully recruited more new members than planned for the fiscal year 2026. They enlisted over 31,000 people across all parts of the Marine Corps.
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The Marines exceeded their recruiting goals for fiscal year 2026.
They enlisted a total of 31,250 new recruits.
This was achieved across every component of the Marine Corps.
The recruitment success covers all categories they targeted.
The information was reported through U.S. Central Command and the Associated Press.
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A federal judge in Texas temporarily stopped President Trump’s administration from building a border wall in the Big Bend region of Texas. The decision came after a lawsuit argued that the government ignored important environmental and cultural protections when approving the project.
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The court order blocks border wall construction in the Big Bend region, including Big Bend National Park.
The project is part of a $46 billion plan to build walls, barriers, roads, and surveillance along the southern border.
Opponents include landowners, businesses, environmental groups, and historic preservation advocates.
The lawsuit argued that the administration bypassed laws meant to protect the environment, culture, and archaeology.
Judge Kathleen Cardone said the plaintiffs likely will win on at least one legal claim and could suffer serious harm without the order.
The border wall work in Big Bend began in mid-September but was paused after bulldozers damaged the park.
Opposition has come from both Republicans and Democrats due to concerns about harming the park’s natural beauty and cultural sites.
The administration has not yet decided on next steps but is reviewing plans for the park area.
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Jane Doe's lawyer says that Cornell University tried to hide the truth about a rape case. The lawyer claims the university cared more about protecting its image than finding out what really happened.
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Jane Doe’s lawyer is Thomas Giuffra.
The lawyer accuses Cornell University of a "cover-up" in a rape case.
The accusation says Cornell focused on protecting its reputation.
The case involves allegations of rape at Cornell.
The situation has raised questions about how the university handles Title IX, a law about preventing sex discrimination in schools.
The local district attorney was removed from the Cornell rape case by New York Governor Hochul.
The news report includes related information about ongoing investigations and reactions.
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A lawyer representing Jane Doe accused Cornell University of trying to hide information about an alleged gang rape case. The lawyer said university officials cared more about protecting the school's reputation than finding out the truth and holding people responsible.
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Jane Doe's lawyer is Thomas Giuffra.
The case involves an alleged gang rape at Cornell University.
The lawyer claims the university tried to cover up details of the case.
University officials are accused of focusing on protecting Cornell's image.
There are questions about how Cornell handled the Title IX investigation (a law that protects against sex discrimination in schools).
The case has drawn public attention and media coverage.
The district attorney involved was removed from the case.
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The federal government will soon require Arizona, Nevada, and California to reduce their use of water from the Colorado River. Water managers in these states are investing billions of dollars to prepare for less water availability in the future.
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Arizona, Nevada, and California must cut their Colorado River water use soon.
These cuts are mandatory and come from the federal government.
The Colorado River water supply has reached very low levels.
Water managers are spending billions to adapt to drier conditions.
The efforts focus on preparing for a future with less water.
The report is part of a series called Tipping Point by Climate Central.
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The Trump administration announced sanctions against three people and two charities accused of sending over $2 million to Hamas, a militant group. The US government also arrested six individuals linked to this network for helping fund Hamas.
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The US Treasury blocked all US property of the sanctioned individuals and charities.
The people sanctioned include Saleem Alzaq in Gaza and Faouzi Barika and Amel Oualid in France.
The two charities sanctioned are Association Baraka and Ensemble C Mieux, both based in France.
The network allegedly raised over $2 million for Hamas from 2020 to 2026, including $1.5 million after the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel.
Six people were arrested: three in the US (Omar Adhami, Abdel Adhami, Raed Yousef) and three in France.
Saleem Alzaq is charged with conspiring to support Hamas, serving in its armed wing, and spreading propaganda online.
The arrested individuals helped funnel money for attacks and could face up to 80 years in prison.
The US justice and treasury departments stated they will continue targeting those financing terrorism.
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Kenan “Ken” Urker, the partner of Gypsy Rose Blanchard, was found dead at his home in Louisiana on his 34th birthday. Authorities describe the death as an apparent drug overdose, and the investigation is ongoing with no signs of foul play reported.
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Kenan Urker was found unconscious and not breathing at his Louisiana home on his 34th birthday.
Police discovered drug paraphernalia, including syringes and a brown powdery substance, near the scene.
Urker’s death is considered an apparent drug overdose according to the sheriff’s office.
The investigation is still open, but authorities found no evidence of foul play.
Gypsy Rose Blanchard, Urker’s partner and mother of his daughter, believes he died of an overdose but does not know if it was intentional.
Gypsy Rose Blanchard was previously imprisoned for the murder of her mother, who had abused her.
Blanchard and Urker had an on-and-off relationship and had their daughter in early 2024.
Urker had reached out to Gypsy Rose after learning of her story through a documentary.
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Jane Doe's lawyer said she could not agree to sex because she was very drunk the night she was allegedly raped at a Cornell University fraternity in October 2024. This statement is part of an ongoing investigation into the case.
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The alleged rape happened at a fraternity house at Cornell University.
The incident occurred in October 2024.
Jane Doe's lawyer says she was "completely, grossly intoxicated."
The lawyer claims this intoxication made her unable to give consent.
The case is under investigation by local authorities.
The article mentions that the district attorney was removed from the case.
The situation has raised questions about Title IX, a law that deals with sexual discrimination and harassment in education.
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Gias Foods, Inc. expanded a recall of their Bettergoods Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine pasta because it may be contaminated with listeria bacteria. The frozen pasta sold at Walmart stores nationwide is being recalled, but no illnesses have been reported so far. Customers are advised to return the product for a refund.
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The recall now includes all lot codes of Bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine.
The frozen pasta is packaged in 22-ounce yellow plastic with UPC number 194346442706.
It was sold at Walmart stores across the United States.
Listeria is a bacteria that can cause serious illness, especially in older adults, pregnant women, and those with weak immune systems.
The recall followed routine testing by agriculture departments in Washington and Florida.
The FDA classified the recall as Class I, meaning there is a risk of serious health problems or death.
Customers should stop using the product and return it to the store for a refund.
No illnesses have been linked to this recalled pasta so far.
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Police released bodycam footage showing the arrest of Luigi Mangione at a Pennsylvania McDonald’s. Mangione is connected to the shooting death of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Manhattan. Mangione pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges and faces murder charges in New York.
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Luigi Mangione was arrested on December 9, 2024, in Altoona, Pennsylvania.
He is linked to the shooting death of Brian Thompson, CEO of United Healthcare, in Manhattan.
Police bodycam videos show officers identifying and arresting Mangione.
Officers found a gun cartridge in Mangione’s belongings during the arrest.
Brian Thompson was shot five days before Mangione’s arrest, while walking to a hotel for a company conference.
The videos were made public after a Manhattan judge unsealed them following a request from CNN.
Mangione pleaded guilty to federal stalking charges in August 2024 and faces life in prison.
Murder charges against Mangione in New York state court are postponed as his lawyers seek to dismiss the case.
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House Democrats have proposed major changes to Medicare if they win the midterm elections. Their plan includes expanding Medicare to cover dental, vision, and hearing services, lowering the eligibility age, and introducing other health care reforms.
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More than 68 million Americans are currently enrolled in Medicare.
Many Medicare beneficiaries do not have coverage for dental care, hearing aids, or vision services.
Democrats want to add these services to traditional Medicare to improve health outcomes and reduce costs.
The proposal also includes lowering the age when people can start Medicare.
Democrats aim to expand Medicare coverage for long-term home care.
They want to reduce prescription drug costs and limit pharmacy benefit managers’ influence.
The plan suggests banning insurers from using artificial intelligence to decide coverage.
Medicare for All is supported by some Democrats but is not the main focus of this proposal.
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A store clerk and his son in Mississippi have been charged with selling illegal kratom products while federal authorities investigate the deaths of two University of Mississippi students. Kratom, an herbal substance, is legal federally but some forms and derivatives are banned or regulated due to health risks and possible links to overdose deaths.
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Two University of Mississippi students died in September; their deaths are under investigation for possible drug overdose.
A drug task force found kratom derivatives while investigating the deaths.
The clerk, Yahya Mosleh, 51, and his 18-year-old son were arrested for selling kratom-based pills.
The elder Mosleh warned an informant that people were dying from the kratom pills he sold.
Toxicology reports for the students are being fast-tracked by Mississippi state agencies.
Kratom comes from a Southeast Asian tree and acts as a stimulant or sedative depending on the dose.
Some states and cities ban or regulate kratom, while it remains legal at the federal level.
In August, the DEA banned three kratom-related compounds, one of which was found in products from the Moslehs' store and the students’ rooms.
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The new Air Force One, a Boeing 747-8 gifted to the U.S. by Qatar, is currently undergoing interior cosmetic upgrades. President Donald Trump said the plane will be modified for increased security and improved features over about 60 days, but officials have not confirmed the security upgrades or exact timeline.
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Qatar gifted the U.S. a Boeing 747-8 plane valued at $400 million to serve as the new Air Force One.
President Trump described the plane as "the world's most luxurious plane."
The plane is undergoing cosmetic upgrades to improve its interior.
Trump said the plane will be "maxed out" with enhanced security and engine upgrades during a 60-day process starting in October.
Officials have not confirmed if security upgrades are included or when the plane will return to service.
The plane was first unveiled in June 2026 but its exact service start date is unclear.
The plane has carried President Trump on some international flights, including to Ireland and North Carolina.
The president continues to use the older Air Force One for recent domestic trips.
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South Korea’s military reported that North Korea fired at least one projectile toward the waters east of South Korea. The exact type of projectile has not been confirmed, and the firing happened amid increased tension after recent land mine explosions injured South Korean soldiers.
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North Korea launched at least one projectile toward South Korea’s eastern waters.
South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff have not yet confirmed if the projectile was a ballistic missile or another weapon.
The missile test occurred during a time of rising tension between North and South Korea.
Last month, land mine explosions injured three South Korean soldiers.
South Korea and the U.S.-led U.N. Command blame North Korea for the land mine blasts.
The situation contributes to ongoing security concerns in the region.
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is trying to boost Canada’s economy by reducing its reliance on the United States and speeding up big projects. However, his plan, especially new rules about strikes, is facing strong opposition from Canadian unions who want to protect workers’ rights.
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Canada exports nearly 80% of its goods to the United States.
U.S. President Donald Trump has placed high tariffs on Canadian goods and weakened trade agreements.
Canada has responded by setting retaliatory tariffs and promoting a “Buy Canadian” movement.
Carney introduced Bill C-39, the Building Canada Strong Act, to speed up project approvals and clarify government power in labor disputes.
The bill would make it easier for the government to intervene in strikes or lockouts in federally regulated workplaces.
Canada’s largest unions, including the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), oppose the law because it limits the right to strike.
The law allows the government to appoint mediators, wait for public reports, and consider national interest before intervening in strikes.
Unions have challenged similar government interventions in court and want stronger protections for workers.
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