Police responded to multiple calls about Perez Hilton livestreaming self-harm from his Miami home. Deputies spoke with his family, confirmed Hilton was alone inside, and chose to step back while monitoring the situation to avoid escalation.
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Perez Hilton was seen on a TikTok live video allegedly harming himself.
Multiple people called Miami-Dade police about the livestream.
Deputies went to Hilton’s house and talked with his family nearby.
Hilton was alone inside the home during police arrival.
Police used careful methods to avoid making the situation worse.
There was no immediate threat to others, so officers disengaged but kept watch.
Newsweek contacted Hilton’s representatives but received no response.
The article includes a crisis hotline for people needing help with suicidal thoughts.
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The Conservative Party in the UK has selected Joshua Bonehill-Paine, a former neo-Nazi activist with a criminal record, as a candidate for Somerset Council. The party defends the decision, saying he has changed and is now working against extremism, but Jewish groups and other politicians have strongly criticized the choice.
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Joshua Bonehill-Paine served three years in prison for antisemitic actions and has other criminal convictions.
He was convicted of racially harassing a former Labour MP, Luciana Berger, who now sits in the House of Lords.
Bonehill-Paine says he has changed his views after learning about the murder of MP Jo Cox and completed a de-radicalization program.
He now leads counter-extremism talks across the UK and wants to give back to his community.
The Conservative Party supports his candidacy and believes in giving second chances.
Jewish groups, including the Board of Deputies of British Jews, have asked the Conservatives to remove him as a candidate.
The party has offered to arrange a meeting between Bonehill-Paine and Jewish leaders to discuss concerns.
Other political parties, including Labour and the Liberal Democrats, have criticized the Conservative Party’s choice.
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Democratic state Senator Cindy Holscher is expected to win the Democratic primary race to become the party’s candidate for Kansas governor. She competed against state Senator Ethan Corson, who was supported by current Governor Laura Kelly, and Overland Park Mayor Curt Skoog.
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Cindy Holscher is a Democratic state senator in Kansas.
She is projected to win the Democratic primary for governor.
The primary decides who will run for governor from the Democratic party.
Holscher competed against Ethan Corson and Curt Skoog.
Ethan Corson is also a state senator and was supported by Governor Laura Kelly.
Curt Skoog is the mayor of Overland Park, Kansas.
Governor Laura Kelly is the current Democratic governor of Kansas.
The results are based on early data from Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ).
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Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is projected to win the Democratic primary for governor, according to CBS News. She will compete against the winner of the Republican primary for the governorship of Michigan.
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Benson received 211,877 votes, leading Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson's 38,439 votes, with 17% of votes counted.
Benson has been Michigan Secretary of State since 2018, overseeing elections and motor vehicle services.
Benson’s campaign focuses on government transparency, housing, healthcare, childcare, energy costs, and renewable energy development.
She supports data centers in Michigan if they create jobs and keep energy costs low, and has called for public hearings on this issue.
Swanson was elected sheriff in 2020 and became known nationally for marching with protesters after George Floyd’s death.
Swanson's campaign includes cannabis protection, pet protection, jail education programs to reduce repeat offenses, and school safety improvements.
Swanson also supports reducing government exemptions related to information requests and has a seven-point education plan including free meals for students.
Democratic National Convention Chair Ken Martin congratulated Benson and highlighted her service and focus on lowering prices and protecting healthcare.
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Polls have closed in Michigan for the Democratic Senate primary race between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens. Representative Debbie Dingell said the race will be closer than many expect.
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Michigan is holding a Democratic Senate primary election.
The main candidates in the race are Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens.
Polls for the primary have already closed.
Representative Debbie Dingell made comments about the race.
Dingell said the contest will be tighter than people think.
The race is described as heated or competitive.
The information comes from CBS News coverage.
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Four Republican candidates from South Carolina debated for the chance to replace Senator Lindsey Graham on the November election ballot. The debate was held for the second night in a row and included two current representatives, a former representative, and a businessman.
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The debate featured four Republicans seeking the U.S. Senate seat in South Carolina.
The seat is open due to the late Senator Lindsey Graham’s departure.
Participants included Rep. Russell Fry, Rep. Ralph Norman, former Rep. Mark Sanford, and a businessman.
The debate was hosted by Nexstar Media Group, which owns The Hill.
This was the second consecutive night of the South Carolina GOP Senate debate.
The winner of the primary will appear on the ballot for the November election.
The debate focused on topics important to South Carolina voters and GOP members.
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Michigan state Senator Jeremy Moss won the Democratic primary for Michigan’s 11th Congressional District. He beat five other Democratic candidates and is expected to succeed Haley Stevens in the House of Representatives.
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Jeremy Moss is a state senator from Michigan.
He currently serves as president pro tempore of the Michigan Senate since January 2023.
Moss won the Democratic primary in Michigan’s 11th Congressional District.
He defeated five other Democratic candidates in the primary.
His win positions him to take over the congressional seat held by Haley Stevens.
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Missouri’s secretary of state, Denny Hoskins, rejected a petition for a public vote on a new congressional redistricting plan supported by President Donald Trump. He said that under Missouri law, congressional maps cannot be changed by voter referendums. Another petition to strengthen citizen initiatives was also rejected for combining too many issues in one proposal.
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Missouri’s redistricting plan was approved by the Republican-controlled legislature and backed by President Donald Trump.
Citizens collected over 300,000 signatures to force a public vote on the new map, more than the 111,000 required.
Secretary of State Denny Hoskins said the petition was invalid because Missouri law forbids voter referendums on congressional maps.
The map changes the shape of the 5th district to favor Republicans and is already in use for primary elections.
Hoskins also rejected a ballot measure aimed at making it harder for the legislature to block or change citizen initiatives.
The initiative measure was rejected because it combined multiple constitutional changes in a single amendment, which is not allowed.
Groups behind both petitions plan to challenge Hoskins’ decisions in court.
Missouri was the second state, after Texas, to redraw districts favoring Republicans following President Trump’s call for such changes to maintain GOP control of the House.
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Chris Stigall, who received support from outgoing Representative Sam Graves, is expected to win the Republican primary for Missouri’s 6th Congressional District. He beat several other candidates, including Nathan Willett and Jim Ingram, in the race for the open seat.
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Chris Stigall is running for Missouri’s 6th Congressional District seat.
He was endorsed by Sam Graves, the current representative leaving the seat.
Stigall won the Republican primary according to Decision Desk HQ results.
The race had many Republican candidates.
Other candidates included Kansas City Council member Nathan Willett and U.S. Army veteran Jim Ingram.
The seat is open because the current representative is not running again.
This election decides who will represent Missouri’s 6th District in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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The CDC has expanded a large outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a foodborne illness caused by a parasite, to include 15 states. The illness, linked to contaminated iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico, has resulted in thousands of confirmed and suspected cases across the U.S., with Michigan reporting the first two deaths.
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The CDC expanded the cyclosporiasis outbreak to 15 states, adding Arkansas, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, and North Carolina.
As of July 28, there were 6,707 lab-confirmed cases and about 11,500 suspected cases pending confirmation.
The illness is caused by Cyclospora cayetanensis, a parasite spread by eating contaminated food or water.
Symptoms include diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and loss of appetite.
The Food and Drug Administration identified iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico as a source of one outbreak.
Taylor Farms recalled lettuce distributed in 27 states’ restaurants and 15 states’ grocery stores.
Michigan is the hardest-hit state with over 11,000 outbreak-linked cases and has reported two deaths.
The CDC advises not to eat the recalled lettuce and to seek medical care if symptoms appear.
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A man was arrested at President Donald Trump’s golf club near Los Angeles for carrying a loaded gun and special ammunition just days before the president’s visit. Authorities found more weapons and gear at the man’s home and are investigating him further.
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The man arrested is 38-year-old Jeanine John Taele.
He had a loaded handgun, two magazines, and hollow-point ammunition on him or in his car.
Taele was seen taking photos and videos of the golf club’s security setup.
He is already under investigation for a separate robbery case.
The FBI and local police searched his home and found an illegally modified rifle, body armor, more guns and ammo, radio devices, and notebooks with concerning notes.
Officials say there is no confirmed threat to the public from this case.
Taele is held without bail while prosecutors decide on charges.
President Trump’s visit to the club is part of his campaign events before the November elections.
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Maryland lawmakers have approved a constitutional amendment about how congressional district boundaries are drawn. The proposal will be decided by voters in Maryland this fall after the governor signs it into law.
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Maryland's House of Delegates passed the redistricting amendment with a vote of 96-38.
The Maryland Senate approved the amendment with a vote of 32-13.
The amendment aims to clarify the rules for drawing congressional district maps.
The bill now awaits the governor’s signature to become law.
Once signed, the amendment will appear on the ballot for Maryland voters this fall.
This vote impacts how Maryland’s congressional districts are set for future elections.
Constitutional amendments require voter approval in Maryland.
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On August 4, 2026, Kansas held primary elections for the U.S. Senate and governor races. Rev. Adam Hamilton is projected to win the Democratic Senate primary, and incumbent Sen. Roger Marshall is projected to win the Republican Senate primary. Ty Masterson is projected to win the Republican nomination for governor.
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Rev. Adam Hamilton, leader of a large Methodist church, is projected to win the Democratic Senate primary in Kansas.
Hamilton started his campaign in April and raised $3.6 million in the first quarter.
Incumbent Senator Roger Marshall, a doctor and Army reservist, is projected to win the Republican Senate primary.
Marshall is a strong supporter of President Donald Trump.
No Democrat has won a U.S. Senate seat in Kansas since 1932.
Ty Masterson, Kansas Senate president, is projected to win the Republican nomination for governor.
Masterson received an endorsement from President Trump and other GOP leaders.
Republicans hope to win the governor’s office as the current governor, Laura Kelly, is a Democrat.
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Wesley Bell won the Democratic primary against Cori Bush in Missouri’s 1st Congressional District. Bell is a moderate Democrat who supports U.S. military aid to Israel, while Bush, a progressive activist, opposes that aid. Bell is expected to win the general election due to the district’s strong Democratic support.
Key Facts
Wesley Bell defeated Cori Bush in a Democratic primary rematch in Missouri’s 1st District.
Bell is a moderate Democrat and supports continued U.S. military aid to Israel.
Bush is a progressive Democrat who wants to cut off military aid to Israel amid human rights concerns.
The district includes St. Louis and leans heavily Democratic.
Bell unseated Bush in 2024 and has represented the district since 2025.
The two candidates clashed over support for Vice President Kamala Harris and campaign spending.
Bell voted against ending $3.3 billion in military aid to Israel, while more Democrats supported cutting it.
There were personal accusations exchanged during the campaign related to finances and past statements.
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Rep. Wesley Bell won the Democratic primary in Missouri’s 1st Congressional District, defeating former Rep. Cori Bush who tried to win back her seat. Bell first beat Bush in the 2024 primary by about 5 percentage points.
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Wesley Bell is the current U.S. Representative for Missouri’s 1st District.
He defended his seat against Cori Bush, who previously held the position.
Bush tried to return to Congress by challenging Bell in the Democratic primary.
Bell won the primary according to Decision Desk HQ projections.
The 1st Congressional District in Missouri is known to strongly support Democratic candidates.
Bell had beaten Bush in the 2024 Democratic primary by around 5 points.
This election was a rematch of the 2024 Democratic primary contest.
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A man carrying ammunition and a loaded gun in his car was arrested near President Donald Trump’s golf course in Los Angeles before a fundraising event. Authorities found weapons and concerning items at his home and charged him with multiple crimes.
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The man, Jeanine John Taele, was arrested Sunday near Trump National Golf Course in Rancho Palos Verdes, California.
He had ammunition in his pocket and a loaded pistol in his car.
Police found many firearms, magazines, body armor, and notebooks with worrying statements at his home.
Taele was taking photos and videos near the golf course, where Trump was holding a fundraiser.
He was charged with several felonies, including robbery and illegal possession of weapons.
Taele pleaded not guilty and was ordered to stay away from the golf course and not carry weapons.
His bail was set at $250,000.
Authorities say there is no credible threat to the public.
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Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Representative John James, supported by President Trump, are expected to compete for Michigan governor in the upcoming election. Benson won the Democratic primary, and James won the Republican primary.
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Jocelyn Benson is the current Michigan Secretary of State.
John James is a U.S. Representative from Michigan endorsed by President Trump.
Benson defeated Chris Swanson to become the Democratic candidate for governor.
John James defeated Perry Johnson to win the Republican nomination.
The governor’s race in Michigan is seen as important for the upcoming election season.
Current Governor Gretchen Whitmer is a Democrat.
The election will take place in the fall.
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Jeanine John Taele was arrested near Trump National Golf Club in California after FBI agents noticed suspicious behavior and found illegal guns and ammo in his car. Authorities are investigating further, including searching his home, and say there is no current threat to the community.
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Taele, 38 years old from Downey, California, was seen taking photos and videos of security activities at the Trump golf club.
He was arrested on weapons charges after illegal firearms and ammunition were found in his car.
The arrest happened just days before President Donald Trump was to attend a fundraising event nearby.
Police found more weapons, ammo, body armor, and concerning notebooks at Taele’s home.
Taele is also wanted in connection with a robbery investigation by the El Segundo police.
Investigators are reviewing his background and social media to understand his intentions.
Authorities say there is currently no credible threat to the public.
This investigation involves the FBI, Los Angeles Sheriff's Department, and the ATF.
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Voters in Michigan took part in primary elections on August 4, 2026, to choose candidates for governor, U.S. Senate, and House of Representatives races. Democratic Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is projected to win the Democratic primary for governor, while the Senate primary features a contest between moderate Haley Stevens and progressive Abdul El-Sayed.
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Michigan held primary elections on August 4, 2026.
Races include governor, U.S. Senate, and several House seats.
Jocelyn Benson is expected to win the Democratic primary for governor.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer cannot run again due to term limits.
Republican John James hopes a Trump endorsement will help him win his primary.
The Democratic Senate primary has Haley Stevens (moderate) vs. Abdul El-Sayed (progressive).
Early and absentee voting turnout is higher than in previous primaries.
Absentee ballot requests increased by 68.5% compared to 2022.
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Mike Lindell, the CEO of MyPillow, has stepped down to focus full time on his campaign for governor of Minnesota. He is endorsed by President Donald Trump and wants to change the state's political system.
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Mike Lindell resigned as MyPillow CEO to run for governor of Minnesota.
Lindell is endorsed by President Donald Trump.
He wants to change the political establishment and make living costs more affordable in Minnesota.
Lindell is involved in a lawsuit accusing him of breaking campaign finance rules by handing out pillows with his campaign name.
Lindell denies the lawsuit’s claims and says he followed the rules.
He has previously paid millions in legal settlements related to false claims about election fraud.
Minnesota’s primary for governor is set for August 11.
Lindell said stepping down lets him give his full attention to the campaign and the people of Minnesota.
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