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Senator Bill Cassidy is likely to finish third in Louisiana's Republican Senate primary despite trying to align himself closely with President Donald Trump. Cassidy’s 2021 vote to convict Trump during his second impeachment trial has caused lasting damage to his support among Republican voters in the state.
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Bill Cassidy voted to convict President Trump during the 2021 impeachment trial after the Capitol riot.
Louisiana Republican voters view Cassidy’s impeachment vote as a rejection of Trump personally.
Cassidy tried to rebuild support by backing Trump’s policies and nominees and spent most of his campaign funds on advertising.
Polls show Cassidy trailing behind Julia Letlow, who is endorsed by Trump, and John Fleming.
Louisiana Republican Party censured Cassidy in 2021 and has not reversed that decision.
Trump has campaigned actively against Cassidy and remains popular with about 80% approval among Louisiana Republicans.
Cassidy’s efforts to gain back trust have not convinced primary voters to support him.
The primary is seen as a test of loyalty to President Trump over other conservative beliefs.
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The United States deported 15 Latin American migrants to Congo under President Trump’s immigration crackdown. The deportees face difficult living conditions and limited freedom in Congo, with uncertain futures and little support. A recent U.S. court ruling found that sending one Colombian deportee to Congo likely broke the law.
Key Facts
15 Latin American migrants were deported from the U.S. to Congo under President Trump’s migration policies.
A 29-year-old Colombian woman deported to Congo described being confined to a hotel with supervised outings and limited freedom.
Deportees hold three-month visas with no clear plan for their future in Congo, a country many had not known before deportation.
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), linked to the United Nations, manages the deportees’ movements and activities.
Deportees are allowed to leave the hotel about once a week, always accompanied by IOM staff.
Deportees have been given two choices: return to their home countries with IOM protection or remain in Congo without support.
A U.S. court ruled the deportation of one Colombian to Congo probably violated U.S. law and international agreements.
Legal experts say deporting migrants to third countries like Congo is a way to bypass protections given by U.S. immigration law.
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Residents in Pennsylvania expressed strong concerns about the rapid growth of data centers during an online town hall meeting. They said data centers cause rising electricity costs, use large amounts of water, create noise pollution, and change rural areas. Governor Josh Shapiro has proposed rules to control data center growth while supporting economic benefits.
Key Facts
About 225 people attended a two-hour online town hall focused on opposition to data centers.
Over 20 speakers criticized data centers for causing higher energy prices, heavy water use, noise, and rural changes.
Pennsylvania has nearly 60 data centers proposed, approved, or under construction.
The Facebook group "Pennsylvania Data Center Resistance" grew from a few dozen members to over 12,000 since January.
Polls show mixed opinions: one found 38% support and 35% oppose data centers, while another showed 68% oppose data centers for AI in their community.
Governor Shapiro proposed new rules requiring data centers to provide their own power or fully fund their energy use and infrastructure.
Shapiro’s administration says they want to balance economic benefits with environmental protection and community impact.
Some activists criticized lawmakers for passing a bill requiring a model to address data center concerns but feel the state has not been transparent.
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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is ending his 8-year term, during which he managed crises like the COVID-19 pandemic and high inflation. President Donald Trump’s nominee Kevin Warsh will take over as Fed Chair, with Powell staying on the Fed’s board until an investigation is finished.
Key Facts
Jerome Powell served as Fed Chair from 2018 to 2026.
He faced major challenges including the COVID-19 pandemic and the highest inflation in 40 years.
Powell lowered interest rates to near zero in March 2020 to help the economy during the pandemic.
Unemployment rose sharply to 14.7% during the early months of the pandemic but the recession lasted only two months.
The Fed worked with government stimulus programs under Presidents Trump and Biden to support economic recovery.
Kevin Warsh, nominated by President Trump, has been confirmed as the new Fed Chair.
Powell will remain on the Federal Reserve’s board until an inspector general’s investigation into a building renovation is completed.
Powell’s leadership included 66 interest rate decisions and spanned two presidents and three Treasury secretaries.
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U.S. staff and journalists removed all materials given by Chinese officials during President Trump’s visit to Beijing before leaving on Air Force One. These items included press credentials and temporary phones provided by the Chinese.
Key Facts
The event occurred during President Donald Trump’s trip to Beijing.
U.S. staff and traveling press received items from Chinese officials.
Items included press credentials and burner phones (temporary phones used for secure communication).
Before leaving Beijing, U.S. personnel discarded all these materials.
Departure was on Air Force One, the official presidential aircraft.
The White House press pool reported on this action.
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The Senate parliamentarian decided that parts of the Republican budget plan for $70 billion in immigration enforcement funding do not follow the Byrd Rule, a Senate guideline. If these parts stay in the bill, the whole package would need 60 votes to pass instead of a simple majority, which is harder to achieve.
Key Facts
The Senate parliamentarian reviewed the Republicans’ budget reconciliation bill.
The bill includes $70 billion for immigration enforcement.
Several parts of the bill were found to violate the Byrd Rule, a Senate rule that limits what can be included in budget bills.
Violating the Byrd Rule means those parts require 60 votes to pass, not just a simple majority.
Senate Majority Leader John (last name not provided) faces a challenge due to this ruling.
This decision makes it harder for the Republicans to pass this immigration funding as part of their budget plan.
The Byrd Rule is designed to keep budget bills focused on spending and revenue, preventing unrelated measures.
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Sgt. 1st Class Jose Serrano's wife, Deisy Rivera Ortega, was held by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for a month. After this period, ICE released her from custody.
Key Facts
Deisy Rivera Ortega is the wife of Sgt. 1st Class Jose Serrano.
She was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Her detention lasted for one month.
ICE has now released her from custody.
Sgt. Serrano spoke publicly following her release.
The story was reported by CBS News correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez.
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Democratic candidate Xavier Becerra faced criticism from other candidates during a debate for the California governor's race. The debate covered different topics as candidates presented their views to voters.
Key Facts
Xavier Becerra is running for governor of California as a Democrat.
Other candidates criticized Becerra during the debate.
The debate was part of the campaign process for California's upcoming governor election.
CBS News covered the event and reported on the exchanges between candidates.
The debate was an opportunity for voters to compare candidates on key issues.
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The FBI is offering a $200,000 reward for information to capture Monica Elfriede Witt, a former U.S. Air Force counterintelligence specialist charged with spying for Iran. Witt defected to Iran in 2013 and is accused of sharing secret U.S. defense information and helping the Iranian government target U.S. personnel.
Key Facts
Monica Elfriede Witt served in the U.S. Air Force from 1997 to 2008 and was trained in Farsi.
She worked on secret counterintelligence missions, including in the Middle East.
Witt defected to Iran in 2013 after attending conferences there that promoted anti-Western views.
A federal grand jury indicted her in 2019 on espionage charges for sharing classified national defense information with Iran.
The FBI says Witt endangered U.S. personnel and their families stationed abroad.
Witt allegedly helped Iran research targets among her former U.S. government colleagues.
The FBI recently renewed attention to the case by offering a reward for information leading to her capture.
The U.S. and Iran have been in conflict since February 28, 2025.
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A U.S. soldier’s wife was held by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for a month after being detained at an immigration appointment. She has now been released, allowing the soldier to reunite with his wife.
Key Facts
The wife of an active-duty U.S. soldier was detained by ICE in April.
She was detained during an immigration appointment.
The appointment was meant to protect military spouses from deportation.
She spent about one month in ICE custody.
After her release, the soldier was able to reunite with his wife.
The soldier's name is Jose Serrano.
ICE is the agency responsible for immigration enforcement in the U.S.
The case highlights issues related to immigration and military families.
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Republican-led efforts in South Carolina and Louisiana are moving to redraw congressional district maps to favor the GOP in future elections. These actions follow a recent Supreme Court ruling limiting challenges to district lines and come as part of a broader push by Republicans, encouraged by President Donald Trump, to strengthen their hold on Congress.
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Republican legislatures in South Carolina and Louisiana are working to redraw congressional districts to help Republicans win more seats.
The Supreme Court ruled 6–3 in Louisiana v. Callais, striking down Louisiana’s previous map and limiting challenges to district lines under the Voting Rights Act.
In South Carolina, Governor Henry McMaster called a special session to consider changes affecting the majority-Black 6th District, held by Democrat Jim Clyburn.
A proposal to extend South Carolina’s legislative session failed partly due to some Republicans opposing changes so close to early voting.
President Donald Trump encouraged South Carolina Republicans to act boldly on redistricting.
Louisiana’s legislature voted to restore a congressional map from 2022 that would remove one majority-Black district and include more Republican-leaning areas.
Republican officials in Louisiana openly stated the maps are drawn to maximize Republican advantage.
Similar redistricting efforts by Republicans are ongoing or planned in other states like Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, and Missouri.
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The Supreme Court has decided to keep mail access available for the abortion pill called Mifepristone. This means people across the United States can still get the pill by mail for now.
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The Supreme Court made a ruling about the abortion pill Mifepristone.
The decision allows patients to receive Mifepristone by mail.
This ruling applies nationwide in the U.S.
The access to the pill by mail will continue for the time being.
The case was reported by CBS News correspondent Katrina Kaufman.
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A fundraiser for Dalton Eatherly, known as "Chud the Builder," has raised over $130,000 after he was arrested for attempted murder following a shooting outside a Tennessee courthouse. Eatherly is known for making racist comments during his livestreams.
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Dalton Eatherly uses the online name "Chud the Builder."
He livestreams videos containing racist remarks about Black people.
Eatherly was arrested on an attempted murder charge related to a shooting near a courthouse in Tennessee.
The fundraiser was started by Eatherly and shared on his social media account in November 2025.
Donations to the fundraiser have reached $134,307 as of Friday morning.
Eatherly was previously represented by an attorney in a harassment case last November.
The fundraising platform GiveSendGo has been contacted for comment.
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest and charges.
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Voters in Pennsylvania’s third district, a strongly Democratic area in Philadelphia, are choosing a candidate for the 2026 midterm elections. The race involves three main Democrats with different views on issues like healthcare, immigration, and U.S. aid to Israel, reflecting ongoing debates within the party.
Key Facts
Pennsylvania’s third district mostly covers central Philadelphia and has a majority Black population.
The district is strongly Democratic, with large support shown in the 2024 presidential election.
The current congressperson, Dwight Evans, is retiring after 10 years.
Three main Democratic candidates are Sharif Street, Ala Stanford, and Chris Rabb.
Sharif Street is backed by local leaders and unions and focuses on experience and lawsuits against the Trump administration.
Ala Stanford is a pediatric surgeon supported by Evans, promoting her work during the Covid-19 pandemic but facing some campaign funding questions.
Chris Rabb runs a progressive campaign supporting universal healthcare, basic income, and ending U.S. military aid to Israel.
The race highlights divisions in the Democratic Party and reactions to broader political changes in Pennsylvania.
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California’s primary elections are heating up with competitive governor and mayor races marked by sharp attacks between candidates. In the governor’s race, Xavier Becerra leads despite controversy over a former aide’s corruption charges, while in Los Angeles, Mayor Karen Bass is challenged by Spencer Pratt, a former reality-TV star who has attracted attention with his outspoken campaign.
Key Facts
California’s primary election is less than three weeks away.
The governor’s race is crowded after frontrunner Eric Swalwell dropped out due to sexual assault allegations, which he denies.
Xavier Becerra, former US Health Secretary, leads the governor’s race, followed by Steve Hilton (supported by President Trump) and billionaire Tom Steyer.
Other governor candidates include Chad Bianco, Katie Porter, and Matt Mahan.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass leads her re-election bid, challenged by Spencer Pratt, a former MTV reality-TV star.
Pratt has criticized Bass’s handling of homelessness and wildfire recovery and falsely claimed to live in a trailer after his home burned down.
Becerra denies any wrongdoing related to his former aide Dana Williamson, who pleaded guilty to corruption and fraud.
Tom Steyer and other candidates have raised concerns about Becerra’s ties to the corruption case.
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The CEOs of Meta, Alphabet, TikTok, and Snap have been invited to a Senate hearing on June 23 to discuss tech industry practices, AI safety, and user protection. The hearing is organized by Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley and aims to address issues like whistleblower concerns and online safety for children.
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The hearing is called "Examining Tech Industry Practices and the Implications for Users and Families: Is This Social Media's Big Tobacco Moment?"
It will cover topics including Big Tech oversight, AI safety, and whistleblower retaliation.
Social media CEOs last testified before Congress in early 2024.
Increasing lawsuits against social media and AI companies are happening, with some recent losses.
The hearing is connected to efforts toward passing legislation to protect kids online.
No formal responses have yet been received from the CEOs about attending.
The hearing follows a recent Judiciary subcommittee meeting where parents advocated for stronger online safety laws.
The Senate Judiciary Committee is leading the preparation for this hearing.
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Nigel Farage bought a £1.4 million house in 2024 using money he earned from appearing on the TV show "I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here." Reform UK says this purchase was not connected to a £5 million gift Farage received from donor Christopher Harborne, which is now being investigated for possible rule breaches.
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Nigel Farage bought a £1.42 million property in Surrey in May 2024.
He paid cash for the house without a mortgage.
Farage appeared on "I'm a Celebrity" in December 2023 and was reportedly paid over £1 million.
Christopher Harborne, a businessperson in Thailand, gave Farage £5 million in April 2024 as a personal gift for security reasons.
Harborne’s gift is under investigation by the Parliamentary Standards Commissioner for possible rule violations.
Farage said the £5 million was a reward for his work on Brexit.
Reform UK says the house purchase started before Farage got the gift and was funded by his TV earnings.
Donations to politicians must be declared if received within 12 months before election; this £5 million was not declared by Farage.
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The state high court decided that Alex Murdaugh did not get a fair trial, leading to a retrial. This case is one of several high-profile trials that have been retried due to legal issues.
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Alex Murdaugh's original trial was found unfair by the state high court.
The court’s decision means Murdaugh will face a new trial.
Retrials happen when courts find serious problems with the first trial.
High-profile cases are those that attract a lot of public attention.
The article discusses other well-known cases that were retried.
Retrials aim to ensure a fair legal process for the defendant.
The retrial process can affect the outcome of criminal charges.
Fair trials are a key part of the justice system in the U.S.
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Several states including Arizona, Oklahoma, California, and Minnesota have issued air quality alerts due to high pollution levels on Friday. Authorities are urging residents, especially sensitive groups like children and seniors, to reduce outdoor activities and limit use of gasoline-powered equipment to protect their health.
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Arizona’s Department of Environmental Quality issued a high ozone pollution advisory for the Phoenix metro area.
Oklahoma’s Department of Environmental Quality warned of ozone pollution from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. in Oklahoma City and Lawton.
The National Weather Service said sensitive groups should avoid physical exercise outdoors due to health risks from ozone pollution.
Residents in Arizona are encouraged to carpool, work from home, and minimize use of gasoline-powered tools.
Oklahoma residents have been asked to avoid unnecessary travel, outdoor burning, and use of two-cycle engines like lawn mowers.
California’s Imperial County issued an ozone alert and advised limiting trips and reducing indoor air pollution by keeping windows closed and using air purifiers.
Minnesota’s Pollution Control Agency warned about dust particle pollution in west central and northwest areas, recommending masks for outdoor activities.
Pollution can cause breathing problems, asthma attacks, and worsen heart and lung diseases, especially in sensitive groups.
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Washington has made important decisions that have real effects, but it did so without having a clear plan. Meanwhile, Alberta is preparing to hold a public vote called a referendum.
Key Facts
Alberta is getting ready to hold a referendum, which is a public vote on an important issue.
Washington has already taken significant actions.
These actions have real consequences for people or policies.
Washington made these decisions without a clear or organized strategy.
The article contrasts Alberta’s planned referendum with Washington’s approach.
The focus is on differences in how decisions are made in Alberta and Washington.
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