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California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized MAGA Republicans after the Virginia Supreme Court rejected a new congressional map proposed by Democrats. He pointed out that Republicans in Tennessee, Missouri, and North Carolina could gain more seats through redistricting.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom made a statement about the Virginia Supreme Court decision.
The Virginia court ruled against a new congressional map created by Democrats.
Newsom said MAGA Republicans are manipulating the election process.
He mentioned that redistricting could help Republicans win more seats in Tennessee and Missouri.
Republicans could also gain two additional seats in North Carolina through redistricting.
Redistricting is the process of redrawing electoral district boundaries.
The news revolves around political battles over how voting districts are set.
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The Virginia Supreme Court has rejected a new congressional district map that was approved by voters last month. The court ruled that this map, which would have helped Democrats, does not follow legal requirements.
Key Facts
The Virginia Supreme Court reviewed a recently approved congressional map.
The map had been approved by voters in Virginia last month.
The court decided the map was not legally acceptable.
The map was seen as favorable to the Democratic Party.
This decision means the state will need to create a new congressional district map.
Redistricting is the process of drawing new boundaries for political districts.
Courts often review these maps to ensure they follow the law.
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Two teenagers from Luton were found guilty in connection with the death of Adam Khan, who was attacked with a machete in August 2025. A 17-year-old boy was convicted of murder, and a 17-year-old girl was convicted of manslaughter for her role in luring Khan to the attack.
Key Facts
Adam Khan, aged 26, died after being attacked on Humberstone Road, Luton, on 31 August 2025.
The boy, 17 at trial time and 16 when the crime happened, was found guilty of murder.
The girl, also 17 at trial and 16 at the time, was found guilty of manslaughter.
Khan was stabbed five times with a machete, including wounds to the face and stomach.
The boy admitted planning with the girl to trick Khan into coming to the attack location.
The boy had a history of youth crime, including assaults and knife offenses.
Both teenagers cannot be named due to legal rules protecting under-18s.
Sentencing for both will take place later.
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Humboldt County, California, found 596 ballots from a 2025 special election that were never counted because they remained sealed in a locked drop box. Officials confirmed the ballots were not tampered with and are working on how to count them, though these votes would not change the election’s outcome.
Key Facts
The uncounted ballots were discovered on May 4, 2026, but cast during a November 4, 2025 election.
The ballots were from a special election to redraw California’s congressional map.
Humboldt County officials said the drop box was locked and ballots sealed, so no tampering occurred.
The error happened due to miscommunication when checking if the drop box was emptied.
The election was certified on December 5, 2025, before the ballots were found.
The election’s main measure passed by a large margin, so these votes won’t affect results.
President Donald Trump claimed on Truth Social that the election was rigged.
A survey shows many Americans, especially Republicans, doubt mail-in voting accuracy and election fairness.
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Almost half of mass shootings in the United States are connected to domestic violence. Recognizing this link can help save lives by improving prevention efforts.
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Nearly 50% of mass shootings in the U.S. involve domestic violence.
Domestic violence often precedes or is linked to mass shooting events.
Understanding this connection is important for stopping these tragedies.
Prevention strategies that address domestic violence may reduce mass shootings.
Awareness of this link can help law enforcement and communities intervene sooner.
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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer asked the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to help state and local governments improve their cybersecurity against threats from advanced artificial intelligence (AI). He expressed concern that new AI tools could make hacking attacks more powerful and dangerous.
Key Facts
Chuck Schumer is the Senate Minority Leader and a Democrat from New York.
He wrote a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin.
Schumer wants DHS to assist local and state governments in defending against cyber threats.
His request focuses on risks linked to advanced AI technology.
AI models can make hacking tools stronger and harder to detect.
State and local governments may not have enough resources to fight these AI-driven cyber attacks alone.
DHS is the federal agency responsible for protecting the country from threats like cybersecurity attacks.
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A Utah state senator physically took a reporter’s phone during a news report about a recent data center project approval in Box Elder County. The incident happened after the county commission approved several resolutions related to the project.
Key Facts
The event took place in Layton, Utah.
The reporter works for KTVX, a Nexstar-owned TV station.
The confrontation occurred while the reporter was covering a controversial data center project.
The Utah state senator involved is currently serving in office.
The Box Elder County Commission approved multiple resolutions about the data center on the same day.
The senator’s action involved knocking the reporter’s phone out of his hand.
The incident happened in public during the news coverage.
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The Pentagon released a first set of formerly secret files about unidentified flying objects (UFOs), also called unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAPs). This release follows President Donald Trump’s order to make government UFO-related records public and is aimed at increasing transparency on the topic.
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The Pentagon published 162 files with hundreds of pages of documents about UFO sightings and investigations.
The files include old government cables, FBI documents, and NASA transcripts from space missions.
Some accounts describe brief sightings of unknown objects by pilots and drone operators.
The release was directed by President Donald Trump in February to share more information about UFOs and possible alien life.
NASA’s administrator said space missions are partly driven by the possibility of finding extraterrestrial life.
The Pentagon called this an initial release and plans to share more files over time.
Past official reports found no evidence of alien activity and explained most sightings as natural or human-made objects.
The government denied rumors of secret alien technology or aliens being hidden from the public.
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ABC filed a petition against the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), claiming the agency is violating its free speech rights. The FCC asked ABC to prove that its talk show "The View" is a news program to avoid giving equal airtime to all political candidates.
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ABC filed a petition with the FCC on May 7.
The petition says the FCC wants ABC to prove "The View" is a news show.
If ABC cannot prove this, it might have to give equal airtime to every political candidate.
ABC says this demand could harm their protected speech rights under the First Amendment.
The First Amendment protects freedom of speech and the press.
The FCC is a U.S. government agency that regulates communications.
This issue involves the rules about political coverage on TV shows.
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A drug dealer named Zulfiqar Shah was sentenced to over 16 years in prison after West Yorkshire Police found more than £1.6 million in cash hidden in secret compartments at a Bradford property. Police also seized heroin, ketamine, and chemicals used to mix drugs during the investigation.
Key Facts
Zulfiqar Shah, 58, pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges related to supplying heroin, ketamine, and possessing criminal property.
Police found drugs and £230,000 cash in August 2023 during the initial raid on the Rhylstone Mount address.
In October 2023, police discovered secret compartments in wardrobes containing around £1.4 million in cash.
The total cash seized was approximately £1,625,694, the largest single seizure by West Yorkshire Police.
Shah was sentenced to 16 years and 6 months in prison at Bradford Crown Court.
The seized money will face a confiscation hearing and may be used to support local police and community safety programs.
Police say the large amount of cash shows Shah’s deep involvement in selling Class A drugs, which harms communities through crime and violence.
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Mental health issues affecting mothers remain a concern in the United States. Dr. Kemi Doll, a doctor specializing in women’s health, spoke to CBS News about the difficulties women face related to these health problems.
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Maternal mental health refers to the emotional and psychological well-being of women during pregnancy and after giving birth.
Mental health conditions in mothers include depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders.
These conditions can affect both the mother’s health and the baby’s development.
Many women in the U.S. face challenges in getting proper care and support for maternal mental health.
Dr. Kemi Doll is a gynecologic oncologist who contributes expert insight on women’s health issues.
Awareness and effective treatment of maternal mental health conditions are important for improving outcomes.
CBS News covered this topic to inform the public about ongoing concerns.
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The Trump administration is deporting many asylum-seekers from the U.S. to third countries like Mexico, Honduras, and Ecuador under special agreements. This policy has caused thousands of people to give up their asylum claims, especially after U.S. immigration courts started ending cases without full hearings based on these third-country agreements.
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Thousands of asylum-seekers have been deported to third countries under "asylum cooperative agreements."
About 17,500 people have been deported to third countries since President Trump took office for a second term.
Most deportations to third countries have been to Mexico.
Over 75,500 asylum cases were ended without full hearings after a 2025 court ruling changed how judges decide these cases.
About 16% of people with these cases gave up or left the U.S. voluntarily, roughly 12,300 people.
The third countries where people are sent often lack strong asylum systems and can be dangerous.
Many asylum-seekers face long detention times and poor conditions while their cases are processed.
The policy has made it harder for immigrants to win asylum because they must prove they are also in danger in the third country, not just their home country.
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The U.S. job market is becoming more stable after a year of ups and downs. Employers added 115,000 jobs in April, with growth spread across health care, transportation, and retail, while some sectors like information continue to shrink.
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The U.S. added 115,000 jobs in April, following 185,000 jobs added in March.
Health care added 37,000 jobs, transportation and warehousing 30,000, and retail 22,000 in April.
The information sector lost 13,000 jobs in April and has cut 342,000 jobs since late 2022 (11% of its workforce).
The overall unemployment rate has stayed stable between 4.3% to 4.5% for 10 months.
Labor force participation dropped to 61.8%, the lowest since 2021, but participation among prime-age workers (25-54 years) stayed high at 83.8%.
Part-time workers who want full-time jobs rose by 445,000 in April to 4.9 million people.
Rising energy costs, partly due to the Iran conflict, add pressure on hiring and wages.
Steady job growth may reduce chances of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts this year.
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President Donald Trump will speak in the Rose Garden on Friday at 12 p.m. EDT. The latest jobs report shows that 115,000 jobs were added in April, which was more than expected, even though there are economic challenges related to the war in Iran.
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President Donald Trump is scheduled to speak in the Rose Garden.
The speech will happen on Friday at 12 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time.
The most recent jobs report was released on Friday.
The report shows 115,000 new jobs were created in April.
Job growth was stronger than experts had predicted.
The economy is facing pressure partly due to the war in Iran.
The article is a developing story and will be updated with more information.
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A new bipartisan bill aims to move the U.S. Secret Service out of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The bill is led by Representatives Jared Moskowitz and Russell Fry and would place the Secret Service under the Executive Office due to recent security threats against President Trump and DHS funding issues.
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The bill is supported by both Democratic and Republican lawmakers.
It proposes removing the Secret Service from the DHS.
The Secret Service would instead be part of the Executive Office of the President.
The move follows recent threats against President Donald Trump’s life.
DHS has experienced a significant funding lapse recently.
Representatives Jared Moskowitz (D-Fla.) and Russell Fry (R-S.C.) are leading the effort.
The goal is to improve the agency’s ability to protect the President and others.
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The American College of Physicians (ACP) updated its breast cancer screening advice, recommending women at average risk start mammograms at age 50 every two years, with women aged 40-49 deciding with their doctors whether to screen. Some breast cancer doctors disagree, saying earlier and yearly screening starting at 40 saves lives and better fits the needs of certain groups.
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The ACP now advises routine mammograms every two years for asymptomatic, average-risk women starting at age 50.
Women aged 40-49 are encouraged to make individualized decisions about screening with their doctors.
Several breast cancer doctors warn that delaying screening until 50 can miss early cancers that could be treated more easily.
Doctors point out many younger women, including those in their 30s or 40s, often find cancer only through self-exams or early imaging.
Some doctors highlight that the new guidelines may not work well for certain populations, like Latina women, who often get breast cancer before age 50.
ACP says the guidelines apply only to women without symptoms or high-risk factors like genetic mutations or prior cancer.
The update aims to balance benefits and harms of screening and reflect patient preferences and cancer risks.
Doctors disagree on whether the updated guidance adequately addresses early detection for all groups.
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The Virginia Supreme Court canceled a new congressional map favorable to Democrats, making it harder for them to win seats in the 2026 midterm elections. This decision boosts Republicans' chances of keeping control of the House of Representatives in the upcoming November elections.
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The Virginia Supreme Court struck down a congressional map that would have given Democrats up to four additional seats in 2026.
Democrats currently hold a 6-5 edge in Virginia’s U.S. House delegation but aimed to increase it to 10-1 with the new map.
The court’s decision reverses a temporary suspension of Virginia’s independent redistricting commission.
Republicans now have a stronger position in drawing districts, a process called gerrymandering, especially in Southern states.
Democrats must perform very well in the November elections to overcome the disadvantage from this ruling.
Some Democrats question the value of spending $62.5 million supporting the redistricting referendum that was overturned.
Despite the setback, some Democratic lawmakers remain hopeful about winning the House majority in November.
The ruling is part of broader changes following a U.S. Supreme Court decision weakening parts of the Voting Rights Act.
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Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff is currently favored to win the 2026 Georgia Senate race, with prediction markets giving Democrats about an 82-85% chance of victory. Polls show Ossoff leading several Republican candidates, but the race remains competitive as Republicans struggle to unify behind one challenger.
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Prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket estimate Democrats have around an 82-85% chance to win the Georgia Senate seat in 2026.
Georgia voted for President Donald Trump in the 2024 election, making it a key battleground state.
Ossoff has a significant fundraising advantage over his Republican opponents, who remain divided.
Recent polls show Ossoff leading Republican candidates such as Buddy Carter, Mike Collins, and Derek Dooley by small but consistent margins.
Poll margins range from about 3 to 9 percentage points, with some voters still undecided.
The Republican primary remains unsettled, creating uncertainty about who will challenge Ossoff.
Georgia is one of several important Senate races that could determine control of the U.S. Senate in 2026.
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A Ukrainian man admitted in a London court that he set fire to a car once owned by UK Labour leader Keir Starmer after being threatened by a man called "El Money." The man said he was paid £3,000 and felt forced to do it because of threats to his and his family's safety.
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Roman Lavrynovych, 22, admitted to burning a car linked to Keir Starmer in May last year.
He said he was paid £3,000 in cryptocurrency by a man named "El Money."
Lavrynovych claimed El Money threatened him and his family to force him into doing the arson.
The burned car was a Toyota Rav4 that Starmer previously owned.
Lavrynovych also spoke about other crimes for El Money, like graffiti on an Islamic community center.
Two others, Stanislav Carpiuc and Petro Pochynok, are charged with related attacks.
The accused deny conspiracy to damage property by fire and other charges connected to the case.
The trial is ongoing at London's Old Bailey court.
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