Graham Platner, Maine’s Democratic Senate candidate, faced backlash after a Nazi skull tattoo on his chest became public. Despite initial support from party leaders, Platner suspended his campaign following sexual assault allegations, which he denies.
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Graham Platner had a Nazi Totenkopf skull tattoo linked to concentration camp guards.
Platner said he got the tattoo in 2007 while drunk in Croatia and denied being a Nazi.
Prominent Democrats like Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, and Ro Khanna initially supported him despite the tattoo.
The tattoo was considered forgivable by the Democratic Party, and Platner won the party nomination with about 75% of the vote.
Allegations of sexual assault from 2021 surfaced, and Platner denied them.
After the assault claims, endorsements and funding for Platner quickly disappeared.
Platner suspended his campaign within 48 hours of the assault allegations becoming public.
The Democratic Party treated the tattoo and assault allegations differently, with the latter ending his campaign.
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The family of Nolan Xavier Wells, an 18-year-old who died after a July 4 boat trip near Mississippi, is asking for a clearer investigation. They held a news conference with civil rights attorney Ben Crump and Rev. Al Sharpton to seek more information and plan an independent autopsy.
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Nolan Wells was an 18-year-old from Mississippi.
He went on a boat trip to Horn Island on July 4 with friends.
Wells did not return with the group and was found dead over a day later.
Local law enforcement does not suspect foul play at this time.
The sheriff’s office asked for witnesses or video footage from the island.
Wells was a Black college student.
The family hired attorney Ben Crump to assist with the case.
A news conference was held with Rev. Al Sharpton to call for transparency.
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Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old from Mississippi, was found dead in the water near Horn Island after going missing during a boating trip on July 4. His family, represented by civil rights lawyer Ben Crump, questions the circumstances of his death and has requested an independent autopsy due to conflicting witness statements.
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Nolan Wells went missing on July 4 after a boating trip to Horn Island with friends.
His body was found two days later in the water near the island.
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office said no foul play is suspected but is asking the public for information.
An initial autopsy was done, but results have not been shared publicly yet.
Dental records confirmed the body found was Nolan Wells.
Nolan played American football at Southwest Mississippi Community College.
His family doubts he would have stayed behind on the island alone.
Lawyer Ben Crump expressed concerns about the investigation and requested a separate autopsy.
Authorities want to hear from anyone who was near Horn Island on July 4 and are seeking photos or videos related to the incident.
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The U.S. Navy has set a new rule for sailors about shaving. Sailors with medical reasons for not shaving must get treatment for up to one year. After that, if they still can't shave, they may have to leave the Navy starting in July 2027.
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The Navy requires sailors to be clean-shaven to ensure safety and proper use of protective gear.
Sailors with medical conditions causing shaving problems can get temporary accommodations for up to 12 months.
Medical shaving waivers are approved in 90-day blocks, up to four times in a year.
After one year, if a sailor’s condition remains “unmanageable,” they may face administrative separation or disability evaluation.
This policy applies to both active-duty and reserve sailors and takes effect immediately.
Administrative separations because of this rule will begin in July 2027.
The changes align with a wider Pentagon effort led by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to enforce grooming and appearance standards.
Commanders are responsible for enforcing these standards and managing waivers for their sailors.
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The Ohio governor race between Republican Vivek Ramaswamy and Democrat Amy Acton has become highly competitive. The Cook Political Report recently changed the race rating to a "toss-up," showing it could go either way, with polls showing close support for both candidates.
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The Cook Political Report moved the Ohio governor race to "toss-up" status, meaning it is highly competitive.
Ohio has not elected a Democratic governor in 20 years.
Amy Acton, a former head of Ohio's health department, is the Democratic candidate.
Vivek Ramaswamy, an entrepreneur and former presidential candidate, is the Republican candidate.
Recent polls show a close race, with some giving Acton a slight lead and others showing a tie or a small lead for Ramaswamy.
Acton hopes to win support from labor unions and moderate Republicans.
Prediction markets still slightly favor Republicans to keep the governor seat.
Other key toss-up governor races this year include Georgia, Iowa, Nevada, and Wisconsin.
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Michigan has reported over 1,500 cases of cyclosporiasis, a diarrheal illness caused by a parasite, since late June. Health officials are still investigating the cause and advise people and restaurants to wash fresh produce thoroughly to avoid the illness.
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As of July 10, Michigan has had 1,562 cases reported since June 22.
Forty-four people have been hospitalized due to cyclosporiasis in Michigan.
The illness causes watery diarrhea, loss of appetite, bloating, nausea, fatigue, and sometimes body aches or vomiting.
Most cases are in Southeast Michigan, with Monroe County having the highest count at 215 cases.
Normally, Michigan reports about 50 cyclosporiasis cases per year.
At least 31 states, including Illinois, New York, and Texas, have reported cases since early May.
Past outbreaks have been linked to bagged salad mixes, fresh herbs like cilantro and basil, and some berries and vegetables.
Health officials recommend washing fruits and vegetables well, scrubbing firm produce, discarding damaged parts, and refrigerating cut or cooked produce quickly.
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The Trump administration is discussing a plan to install permanent fences on Pennsylvania Avenue near the White House and Lafayette Square. The goal is to improve security and reduce the cost of setting up temporary barriers, but a final decision is still pending President Trump's approval.
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The plan involves adding permanent fencing on Pennsylvania Avenue between 15th and 17th Streets NW.
The fencing would help protect the White House complex and Lafayette Square.
Officials want to reuse existing fencing materials rather than building new structures.
The U.S. Secret Service and White House would control opening and closing parts of the fence as needed.
The idea is in early stages and no contractors have been hired yet.
Security concerns increased after a shooting near the White House in May 2026.
The final decision depends on President Trump's review and approval.
The White House says any project will go through the normal review process before moving forward.
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President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. ceasefire with Iran is over. However, he said that peace talks with Iran will continue because Iran requested to keep discussing a deal.
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President Trump said the U.S. ceasefire with Iran has ended.
He confirmed that talks with Iran will still continue.
Iran asked the U.S. to keep negotiating.
The U.S. agreed to continue talks despite ending the ceasefire.
Trump emphasized that the U.S. made it clear the ceasefire is finished.
The announcement occurred on a Friday.
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Maya Millete, a young mother, disappeared under suspicious circumstances. Investigators said her husband, Larry Millete, contacted people who practice magic to try to stop her from leaving him. Later, a jury found Larry Millete guilty of first-degree murder in her death.
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Maya Millete went missing and was reported as a disappearance case.
Her husband, Larry Millete, talked to individuals who claim to use magic (spellcasters).
The purpose was allegedly to place a hex, or a magical curse, on Maya so she would not leave.
The case was reported by CBS News and covered by journalist Jonathan Vigliotti.
On July 9, 2026, a jury convicted Larry Millete of first-degree murder.
The conviction means the jury found him responsible for willfully causing Maya Millete’s death.
This case received significant media attention and was featured on the TV program "48 Hours."
The investigation and trial took place within the United States.
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Representative Jamie Raskin supports former Olympian David Hearn, who has been charged with vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Hearn pleaded not guilty, and Raskin promises to help ensure a fair trial.
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David Hearn, a former Olympian, was arrested for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
Hearn has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him.
Rep. Jamie Raskin represents the area where Hearn is from, Montgomery County, Maryland.
Raskin described the charges as "trumped-up," meaning he believes they are false or exaggerated.
Raskin said he will do everything he can to help Hearn get a fair trial.
The incident involving Hearn occurred in Washington, D.C., at a well-known national monument.
The article focuses on the legal and political response to the arrest and charges.
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The Senate Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism was created after the Tree of Life Synagogue shooting. It has passed laws to support Holocaust education, protect places of worship, and fight antisemitism on the internet.
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The Task Force was formed after a deadly attack at the Tree of Life Synagogue.
It includes members from both political parties in the Senate.
The group works to stop antisemitism, which means prejudice against Jewish people.
They have passed laws that fund Holocaust education in schools.
The laws also aim to keep houses of worship safe.
They focus on reducing antisemitic content online.
The article calls for Congress to pass the Jewish American Security Act to help with these efforts.
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The Department of Justice announced new charges against eight men accused of planning to kill President Trump, Vice President Vance, and others. The alleged attack was planned for a UFC Freedom 250 event held near the White House on June 14.
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Eight men have been charged by the Department of Justice.
The men allegedly planned to kill President Donald Trump, Vice President Vance, and others.
The planned attack was linked to the UFC Freedom 250 event.
The event took place near the White House on June 14.
The indictment against the men was returned in Ohio.
DOJ officials held a press briefing to discuss the charges.
The charges involve two separate plots.
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A new housing bill will become law in the United States without President Donald Trump’s signature because he refused to sign it. Trump opposed the bill since Congress did not approve a separate voting restrictions law he supports ahead of the November midterm elections.
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The 21st Century Road to Housing Act is the largest change in federal housing policy in decades.
Congress passed the housing bill with strong bipartisan support after lengthy talks.
President Trump linked signing the housing bill to approval of the Save America Act, a voting restrictions law.
The Save America Act passed the House but faces strong opposition in the Senate and cannot overcome a filibuster.
Trump cancelled a signing ceremony for the housing bill and called it “unimportant” compared to the Save America Act.
The bill becomes law automatically 10 days after reaching the president’s desk without his signature.
Democrats criticized Trump for prioritizing voting restrictions over housing affordability.
Trump recently fired the last members of a federal election commission that helps oversee elections.
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The US government has released a fourth set of previously secret records about Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAPs), also known as UFOs. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the public has a right to see these files, which were once kept secret and caused much speculation.
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The US released a fourth tranche (batch) of government records on UAPs.
These records were previously classified, meaning kept secret.
UAP stands for Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, another term for UFOs.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated people have a right to this information.
The files have historically led to speculation about UFOs.
This release is part of an ongoing process to declassify government UFO-related materials.
The US government continues to show transparency on this subject.
The reports come amid public and government interest in understanding UFO sightings.
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The Secret Service issued warnings about the plane donated by Qatar, which President Trump used to travel to Turkey for the NATO summit. CBS News reported new details about these warnings related to the plane known as Air Force One.
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Qatar donated a plane used by President Trump for travel.
President Trump traveled to Turkey for the NATO summit on this plane.
The plane is referred to as Air Force One for official presidential use.
The U.S. Secret Service raised warnings concerning this Qatari-donated plane.
CBS News has reported new information about these warnings.
The concerns were related to security or safety issues with the plane.
The story was reported by CBS News correspondent Weijia Jiang.
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President Donald Trump said the U.S. will continue talks with Iran but will no longer follow the ceasefire agreement. Negotiators plan to meet again soon, possibly in Switzerland, while regional mediators work to reduce tensions and keep the deal alive.
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President Trump announced that the U.S. agrees to continue talks with Iran.
He stated clearly that the ceasefire agreement with Iran is over.
Trump expressed doubt that the talks will lead to a reliable deal.
Another round of U.S.-Iran negotiations is expected next week, possibly in Switzerland.
Qatari officials visited Iran to help reduce tensions and support negotiations.
Both the U.S. and Iran seem interested in returning to the memorandum of understanding (MOU).
Trump's announcement was posted on his platform, Truth Social.
Regional mediators have been trying to prevent the U.S.-Iran deal from failing over the last two days.
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Two transgender girls in New Hampshire have dropped their lawsuit challenging a state law that bans transgender girls from girls’ sports teams. This decision followed a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that upheld similar state bans and their own personal difficulties related to the case.
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The two transgender girls are Parker Tirrell and Iris Turmelle.
They initially challenged President Donald Trump’s executive order called “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports.”
Their lawsuit targeted New Hampshire’s law banning transgender girls from participating in girls’ school sports.
A federal judge had temporarily allowed them to play while the case was active.
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled recently that laws banning transgender girls from girls’ sports teams do not violate Title IX, a federal law against discrimination based on sex.
Iris Turmelle and her family moved out of New Hampshire due to proposed laws against transgender rights.
New Hampshire passed a law barring medical treatments like puberty blockers for new transgender patients under 18.
Both girls’ lawyers said the case showed the human impact of laws targeting transgender youth.
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The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has warned people not to swim or surf at several beaches because tests found high levels of harmful bacteria. This warning comes during a heatwave in Southern California, where temperatures could reach up to 112 degrees.
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Several beaches in Los Angeles County have unsafe bacteria levels in the water.
The affected beaches include Will Rogers State Beach, Paradise Cove, Mother’s Beach, Inner Cabrillo Beach, Topanga County Beach, Malibu, and Santa Monica Pier.
Officials advised avoiding swimming, surfing, and water play at these locations.
High bacteria levels increase the risk of illness for anyone entering the water.
The warnings come during extreme heat conditions, with predicted temperatures up to 112 degrees.
The heat poses additional health risks, especially to children, older adults, and people without air conditioning.
Bacteria contamination often comes from polluted runoff, sewage, animal waste, and trash.
The Environmental Protection Agency recommends avoiding beaches near discharge pipes and after heavy rain when pollution risks are higher.
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President Donald Trump said he will not sign a housing bill because the Senate has not approved a voting law he supports. The housing bill, aimed at making it easier to build homes, will become law without his signature if he does not act within 10 days.
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President Trump refuses to sign a bipartisan housing affordability bill to pressure the Senate to pass the SAVE America Act voting legislation.
The housing bill speeds up environmental reviews and limits how many single-family homes investors can buy.
The bill passed the Senate with an 85-5 vote and the House with a 358-2 vote.
The housing bill will become law automatically if the president neither signs nor vetoes it within 10 days.
The SAVE America Act includes proof of citizenship to vote and restrictions on mail-in voting.
About 70% of Americans support limiting investors from buying many single-family homes.
Housing costs are a major concern, with home prices at a record high and mortgage rates around 6.49%.
The voting bill passed the House but did not get enough Senate votes to overcome the filibuster.
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The Wall Street Journal reported that Israel shared new intelligence with the U.S. about an Iranian plan to kill President Donald Trump. This report appears amid rising tensions in the Middle East.
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Israel informed the U.S. about a new Iranian plot targeting President Trump.
The information was reported by The Wall Street Journal.
The report comes as conflict and tensions increase in the Middle East.
CBS News covered the story through correspondent Charlie D'Agata.
The threat focuses on President Trump's safety.
The intelligence was flagged as fresh or recent.
The situation reflects ongoing issues between Iran and other countries in the region.
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