Rosie O’Donnell responded to an AI-made video shared by President Donald Trump. The video showed Trump as a doctor treating celebrities for "Trump Derangement Syndrome." O’Donnell said this video shows that President Trump is focused on her.
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President Trump posted an AI-generated video on his social media platform, Truth Social.
The video depicts President Trump as a doctor treating celebrities with a fake illness called “Trump Derangement Syndrome.”
Rosie O’Donnell dismissed the video and called it proof that President Trump is obsessed with her.
The video was shared earlier in the month before O’Donnell’s reaction.
The video includes President Trump wearing a white lab coat and a stethoscope.
“Trump Derangement Syndrome” is a term some people use to describe strong criticism or dislike of President Trump.
O’Donnell’s response was made public on a Friday after the video’s release.
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A federal judge appointed by President Donald Trump agreed to dismiss seditious conspiracy convictions against Proud Boys leaders involved in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack. The Department of Justice asked to overturn these convictions after President Trump commuted their prison sentences in 2025.
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The Proud Boys leaders Ethan Nordean, Joseph Biggs, and Zachary Rehl were convicted of serious crimes including seditious conspiracy during the Capitol attack.
Dominic Pezzola, another Proud Boys member, was convicted for assaulting an officer and breaking a Capitol window, creating a main entry point for rioters.
The window break was captured on video and became a well-known image from January 6.
The three leaders were sentenced to long prison terms in 2023.
President Trump commuted their sentences in 2025 as part of a clemency order for about 1,500 people linked to the Capitol attack.
In April, the Department of Justice asked an appeals court to overturn the Proud Boys’ convictions, which the court approved in May.
Judge Timothy Kelly reluctantly dismissed the case following the appeals court ruling but emphasized the serious nature of the January 6 attack.
The judge stressed the importance of protecting the Constitution and the peaceful transfer of power in the U.S.
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A federal judge dismissed the convictions of four Proud Boys members involved in the January 6 Capitol riot after the Justice Department requested it. The judge noted that President Trump intends to offer clemency to those involved in the attack but expressed concerns about the facts surrounding the case.
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Four Proud Boys members—Ethan Nordean, Joseph Biggs, Zachary Rehl, and Dominic Pezzola—had their convictions dismissed.
They were originally convicted for their roles in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack.
The convictions included seditious conspiracy and assault charges.
Judge Timothy Kelly approved the Justice Department’s request to dismiss the cases but criticized President Trump’s views on the prosecution as based on “fiction.”
President Trump pardoned about 1,500 people connected to January 6 soon after taking office in 2024 but only commuted the sentences of these four men without clearing their convictions at that time.
In April, the Justice Department moved to vacate convictions of several Proud Boys and Oath Keepers members.
The Court of Appeals agreed to dismiss the convictions and sent the case back to the judge for a procedural dismissal.
The judge said there was no practical alternative but to grant the dismissal request.
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Martha Lillard, the last known U.S. polio patient who used an iron lung, died at age 78 in Oklahoma. She lived with polio since age 5, relying on the iron lung to breathe, and passed away in June 2026, likely due to complications from long COVID.
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Martha Lillard was diagnosed with polio at age 5 and used an iron lung to breathe.
She died on June 26, 2026, at age 78 in Oklahoma.
Lillard was the last U.S. polio patient still using an iron lung machine.
Polio vaccines, introduced in 1955, greatly reduced polio cases in the U.S., leading to the disease’s elimination in 1979.
Despite paralysis in her right arm, she lived independently for many years and maintained communication using phone and internet technology.
She married Baha Salh after meeting him online and communicating for over 20 years.
Lillard contracted COVID-19 twice and suffered from long-haul COVID, which affected her lung capacity and contributed to her death.
She wrote poems, composed songs, volunteered for animal rescue, and updated her own obituary before passing.
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A new bipartisan housing bill will become law without President Donald Trump's signature. The president chose not to sign it as a way to protest that Congress did not approve his voting reform proposals.
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The housing bill was supported by both Republicans and Democrats.
It aims to make housing more affordable for Americans.
The bill will become law at midnight on Friday.
President Trump did not sign the bill.
His reason for not signing was to protest lawmakers’ rejection of his voting reform plans.
The voting reforms include new rules and restrictions proposed by President Trump.
Bruce Marks, CEO of the Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America, discussed the bill on CBS News.
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The Trump administration finalized a rule that narrows the definition of “harm” under the Endangered Species Act. This change allows activities like logging, mining, and drilling on animal habitats as long as the animals are not directly killed or injured.
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The rule change limits protections for wildlife habitats by defining “harm” more narrowly.
Agencies can now allow development on critical habitats if animals are not physically harmed.
The Endangered Species Act usually protects areas where threatened and endangered species live.
The administration says this restores the law’s original meaning after a 2024 Supreme Court decision.
Environmental groups warn this could cause some species to go extinct due to habitat loss.
Industry leaders and some Republicans argue the law was previously too strict on land use.
The Endangered Species Act has helped recover animals like the bald eagle and California condor.
Earlier rollbacks during President Trump’s first term were reversed by President Biden.
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Security improvements are being made to the North Portico entrance of the White House, expected to finish by mid-September. These changes come alongside other construction projects around the White House, including a new helipad and a planned permanent fence around Lafayette Park for security reasons.
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The North Portico of the White House is under construction for security upgrades.
Large tarps resembling the existing entrance cover the scaffolding.
The work is expected to be completed by mid-September 2026.
In late June, stone columns at the front door were repaired as part of standard restoration.
The Trump administration has proposed permanent fencing around Lafayette Park and possibly Pennsylvania Avenue to improve security while allowing occasional closures.
Temporary fencing and bike racks currently close off Lafayette Park, but these are considered unsustainable long term.
Additional White House projects include a new granite helipad on the South Lawn, funded by Sikorsky Aircraft (a Lockheed Martin company), and demolition of the East Wing to build a large ballroom.
Other changes by President Trump include a new Rose Garden patio, large flagpoles on lawns, and plaques with presidents' names along the West Wing Colonnade.
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Edward Pinto, co-director of the American Enterprise Institute Housing Center, says the new US housing bill will not solve the housing crisis. He believes the bill does not address main problems like strict local rules on land use.
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The US has a housing crisis that needs urgent attention.
A new housing bill has been introduced to help this problem.
Edward Pinto is an expert from the American Enterprise Institute Housing Center.
Pinto argues the bill is too limited to make a big difference.
One key problem is local zoning laws that restrict building.
Zoning laws control how land in cities and towns can be used.
The bill does not change these zoning laws, so it may not fix housing issues.
Pinto’s full views were shared on Al Jazeera’s program called ‘This is America’.
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A 4-year-old boy named Roman Butzlaff in Concord, North Carolina, started waving and greeting his neighbors every day. This simple habit helped him make new friends and brought several neighbors closer together, creating a strong community around him.
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Roman wakes up excited to say hello to people in his neighborhood.
His parents separated about a year ago; his father moved away and grandparents live far.
A neighbor named Wade Fulgum was the first to respond to Roman’s waves and they became friends.
Other neighbors began joining in, attending Roman’s sports games, swimming lessons, and preschool events.
Roman’s birthday party was mainly attended by older neighbors who have become close to him.
His mother noticed that Roman’s earlier loneliness disappeared due to these new friendships.
About a dozen neighbors now know each other better because of Roman’s welcoming attitude.
The neighbors say that Roman’s kindness has had a positive impact on their community.
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A court in Utah reviewed strong evidence against Tyler Robinson, who is accused of murdering Charlie Kirk, a conservative political figure, last year. The evidence includes DNA on a rifle and messages that suggest a confession, while Robinson's defense questioned some of the evidence and witness reliability.
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Tyler Robinson, 23, is charged with aggravated murder in the death of Charlie Kirk.
Charlie Kirk was shot on the campus of Utah Valley University on September 10 last year.
Prosecutors presented DNA evidence and a text message confession.
Surveillance footage shows Robinson near the campus and on the rooftop where the shooting happened.
Robinson’s former roommate and partner gave a recorded interview with details about Robinson’s movements.
The defense questioned the evidence quality and witness credibility in court.
The judge, Tony Graf, will decide if the case will go to trial.
Families of both the victim and the accused were present and emotional during the hearing.
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A 4-year-old boy in North Carolina helped bring his neighborhood closer together. His actions showed that sometimes children can help unite communities.
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The boy is 4 years old.
He lives in a neighborhood in North Carolina.
He helped unite the people living nearby.
His effort helped reduce feelings of loneliness.
The story was featured by CBS News reporter Steve Hartman.
The phrase "it takes a village to raise a child" was shared in the story to highlight how the boy brought his village together.
The story appeared on CBS News and can be viewed on their app and website.
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Crews are draining the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool again to clean debris from a recent fireworks display and repair damage. The pool's renovation, led by President Trump to make it more patriotic, has faced problems like algae growth, liner damage, and questions about costs and contractors.
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The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool is being drained to remove fireworks debris and fix damage.
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said this draining and repair work was planned.
President Trump called the pool “filthy dirty” and wanted it to reflect the blue color of the American flag’s bottom.
The renovation’s cost has risen above $16 million and faced issues like algae growth and peeling liner.
The Trump administration blamed “vandals” for damage; some arrests have been made but claims are disputed.
Some contractors on the project have ties to President Trump, raising concerns of favoritism.
The pool work is part of several large projects President Trump is leading in Washington, D.C.
Democratic lawmakers are investigating the renovation costs and use of taxpayer money.
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Four Army helicopters flew low over spectators in South Carolina on the Fourth of July, which led to their suspension by the state’s National Guard. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth canceled the suspension and allowed the pilots to continue their duties.
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Four Army Apache helicopters performed a low flyover during a Fourth of July event in South Carolina.
The South Carolina National Guard suspended the helicopter pilots because of the low flyover.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth intervened and lifted the suspension.
The decision allowed the pilots to return to their duties without penalty.
The event was part of Independence Day celebrations.
The story was reported by CBS News with correspondent Charlie D'Agata.
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President Donald Trump said the United States is still talking with Iran but that a ceasefire is no longer in effect. Separately, Graham Platner has officially ended his campaign for the U.S. Senate seat in Maine.
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President Trump confirmed ongoing talks between the U.S. and Iran.
He stated that the ceasefire with Iran is "over."
Graham Platner has officially withdrawn from the Senate race in Maine.
The news was reported on the CBS News program "7/10: The Takeout with Major Garrett."
The article was made available on the CBS News app and website.
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An immigration officer with ICE shot and killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston. Witnesses say the officer was never in front of the vehicle or threatened. ICE has not released proof supporting its claim that Salgado Araujo ignored commands or tried to ram the officer.
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Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was shot through a passenger window by an ICE officer in Houston.
Three men in the van with Salgado said the ICE officer was never in front of the vehicle or in danger.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has not provided evidence for ICE’s version of events, including that Salgado Araujo tried to ram an officer.
ICE officers were searching for a different person, not Salgado Araujo.
ICE officers did not have body cameras during the incident and no footage or photos have been released.
Salgado Araujo was a 52-year-old homebuilder who had been living in the U.S. for over 35 years and was close to obtaining legal status.
Salgado Araujo’s family and witnesses dispute ICE’s self-defense claim.
Texas Representative Sylvia Garcia said it’s understandable Salgado Araujo tried to drive away because the ICE vehicles were unmarked with no lights.
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The New York Times has filed a countersuit against the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), claiming the agency retaliated against the newspaper over its critical reporting of government policies. The EEOC had sued the Times over a discrimination claim by a white male employee who was passed over for a job in favor of a multiracial woman.
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The EEOC filed a lawsuit against the New York Times on behalf of a white male editor denied the deputy real estate editor role.
The EEOC alleges discrimination based on gender and race, claiming the woman chosen lacked real estate journalism experience but fit diversity goals.
The New York Times countersued, accusing the EEOC of political retaliation and violating free speech rights after a critical news story.
The Times says the EEOC ended settlement talks abruptly and filed the case a week after the critical article appeared.
The EEOC’s chair, Andrea Lucas, is focused on challenging diversity policies she believes discriminate against white men.
The Times argues the selection was based on merit and that several more qualified candidates of color were also passed over.
The lawsuit raises legal questions about the limits of workplace diversity goals under federal discrimination laws.
The EEOC reported that white employees held 68% of leadership roles at the Times in 2024 despite stated diversity efforts.
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Eyewitnesses in Houston said the federal police version of the deadly shooting of a Mexican man was not accurate. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials confirmed the man who died was not the target of their immigration operation.
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The shooting happened in Houston.
A Mexican man was killed by an ICE agent.
ICE admits the man killed was not the person they intended to arrest.
Eyewitnesses disagree with ICE’s explanation of what happened.
The incident occurred during an immigration enforcement action.
The details of the shooting are under public and media scrutiny.
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Southeastern Missouri received over a foot of rain, causing dangerous flooding and leading the state to declare a state of emergency. Dozens of people needed rescue from floodwaters, and more than 20 million people across 14 states are under flood watches through Saturday.
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Southeastern Missouri experienced over 12 inches of rain on Friday.
The flooding was severe enough to lead Missouri officials to declare a state of emergency.
Dozens of people were rescued from fast-moving floodwaters in the area.
More than 20 million people in at least 14 states, from Colorado to Pennsylvania, are under flood watches.
Flood watches mean that flooding is possible and people should stay alert about weather updates.
The rain and flooding situation is expected to continue into the weekend.
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) promised to release a formal agenda called MAHA (Make America Healthy Again) focused on protecting people from harmful chemicals and health risks. However, eight months later, the EPA has not published this agenda and says it is an ongoing effort rather than a formal report, which has frustrated activists who supported President Donald Trump.
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EPA administrator Lee Zeldin promised a MAHA agenda last December.
The MAHA agenda is meant to focus on protecting against harmful chemicals and health problems.
Despite repeated promises, no formal MAHA agenda has been published after eight months.
An EPA spokesperson said MAHA is an ongoing effort, not a single document.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s MAHA supporters are disappointed by the lack of concrete action.
The EPA has been rolling back environmental rules, including limits on harmful chemicals in drinking water.
This situation has caused some activists to lose trust in the Trump administration’s efforts on health and environmental issues.
The EPA’s actions contrast with the expectations of a key group of voters who support President Donald Trump.
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Graham Platner officially quit the race for the U.S. Senate seat in Maine by submitting paperwork to the state. His campaign, which faced difficulties, ended and this may affect Democrats’ chances of gaining control of the Senate.
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Graham Platner submitted official papers to withdraw from the Maine Senate race.
The Maine secretary of state’s office received and posted his withdrawal online.
Platner described his campaign as representing everyday people, not wealthy elites or the political establishment.
His campaign had support from progressive leaders like Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Ro Khanna.
His exit leaves Democrats searching for a new Senate candidate in Maine.
Platner’s campaign was described as troubled and tumultuous.
Losing Platner as a candidate may hurt Democratic efforts to control the Senate.
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