President Donald Trump decided to change the plane used as Air Force One while leaving a NATO summit in Turkey. The Secret Service advised him not to use the plane donated by Qatar.
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President Trump planned to use a plane donated by Qatar as Air Force One.
The Secret Service advised against using this Qatari-donated plane.
The decision involved a change in the official presidential aircraft.
This event took place during President Trump’s trip to a NATO summit in Turkey.
CBS News reported this information with updates from their reporters.
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President Donald Trump praised the Freedom Fuel Network, a group of gas stations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, for selling gas cheaply at $3.47 per gallon, which is about 50 cents less than the state average. However, public records show little information about this network, and experts doubt it can sell gas at such low prices without losing money.
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The Freedom Fuel Network operates around 25 gas stations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
They are selling gas at $3.47 a gallon, cheaper than the state average by about 50 cents.
Industry experts say selling gas at this low price likely means the stations lose money.
No clear business details or public registrations exist for Freedom Fuel Network in Pennsylvania or New Jersey.
A Delaware-based company named Freedom Fuel Network, LLC filed a trademark on the same day President Trump promoted the network.
The White House says the company is private and that no government funding or subsidies support the low gas prices.
President Trump accused big oil companies of not reducing gas prices as fast as crude oil prices dropped.
Customers at the stations appreciate the low prices but question how the business can afford to sell fuel at a loss.
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More Americans are using GLP-1 drugs to help with weight loss, increasing from 3% two years ago to 11% now. Medicare has recently allowed some patients to get discounts on these drugs, which may lead to even more people using them.
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GLP-1 drugs are medications that can help people lose weight.
Use of GLP-1 drugs in the U.S. has grown from 3% of adults two years ago to 11% now.
Medicare, a government health insurance program for older adults, has made some patients eligible for discounts on these drugs.
This change could make GLP-1 drugs more affordable and accessible to more people.
The increase in use and Medicare coverage was reported based on a new Gallup poll and discussion by experts.
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The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) is spending money to support certain candidates in competitive Democratic primaries, including in Arizona. Some House Democrats are upset because the DCCC’s involvement has not led to winning results and may even hurt candidates in primary races.
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The DCCC is investing $200,000 in ads for Marlene Galán-Woods in Arizona’s 1st District primary.
Galán-Woods is a former journalist and widow of a Republican former state Attorney General.
House Democrats like Rep. Adelita Grijalva have expressed frustration with the DCCC interfering in primaries.
Two primary candidates endorsed by the DCCC in California and Maine have already lost their races.
In Texas, DCCC-backed Johnny Garcia won a primary race, defeating an opponent criticized for antisemitic remarks.
Some Democrats say DCCC endorsements can hurt candidates by alienating voters who prefer grassroots support.
There is tension between the DCCC and candidate Amish Shah, who lost to Galán-Woods for the nomination but has strong local support.
The DCCC has taken a more aggressive role in primaries this year, unlike past years when it focused on general elections.
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A suspect connected to the murder of Charlie Kirk reportedly told his roommate about the crime. Additionally, flash flooding caused problems across the East Coast.
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A person suspected of murdering Charlie Kirk is said to have confessed to their roommate.
Flash flooding occurred along the East Coast of the United States.
The flooding created dangerous conditions for people in affected areas.
CBS Evening News reported on both the murder suspect and the flooding events.
Viewers can watch the full CBS Evening News program through their app or online.
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Senator Mitt Romney said in an interview that people aged 80 and older should not lead the country. He expressed support for voters who want younger political leaders.
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Mitt Romney is a senator from Utah.
He spoke to the Deseret News in a new interview.
Romney said people 80 years old and above should not run the country or the world.
He referenced research to support his view.
Romney’s comments respond to calls for younger leaders in politics.
The topic relates to the idea of who should lead the U.S. government in the future.
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A note from Tyler Robinson, who is accused of killing Charlie Kirk, was shown in court. The note included an alleged confession addressed to his roommate and partner.
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Tyler Robinson, 23 years old, is accused of killing Charlie Kirk.
The court revealed a note Robinson wrote to his roommate and romantic partner.
In the note, Robinson apologized and seemed to confess to the crime.
The note was part of the evidence shown during a hearing.
The details about the incident and motive are still under investigation.
The case is currently going through the legal process.
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A man named Rahmanullah Lakanwal is accused of shooting two National Guard members near the White House, killing one. He was hospitalized after refusing to eat while in jail, and courts may allow forced feeding to save his life.
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Rahmanullah Lakanwal faces charges including first-degree murder for a shooting that killed Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and injured Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe.
The shooting happened near a subway station three blocks from the White House in November 2025.
Beckstrom and Wolfe were National Guard members deployed to Washington, D.C., on President Donald Trump’s orders.
Lakanwal, an Afghan national, reportedly drove from Washington state to the capital carrying a stolen gun.
He was shot during the incident and appeared by video from a hospital for his first court hearing.
Prosecutors say Lakanwal refused to eat in jail, risking serious health problems or death.
The judge held an emergency hearing and asked prosecutors to get Lakanwal’s recent medical records.
Prison rules allow forced feeding of prisoners on hunger strikes to protect their lives.
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The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that courts cannot review the Homeland Security secretary's decisions about the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program. TPS allows about 1.3 million immigrants from countries with war or disasters to live and work legally in the United States for limited times.
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The Supreme Court made a 6-3 decision on the TPS program.
TPS offers temporary legal status to immigrants from certain countries.
This status lets immigrants live and work legally in the U.S. for 6 to 18 months at a time.
The court said its decisions about TPS designations by the Homeland Security secretary cannot be challenged in court.
About 1.3 million people currently have TPS due to issues like war or environmental disasters in their home countries.
The ruling affects immigrants whose TPS status might be extended or ended by the government.
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Fewer Americans now want immigration to be reduced compared to the peak during President Donald Trump's 2024 reelection campaign. A recent Gallup survey shows most people see immigration as a good thing, and fewer Republicans want to cut immigration levels than before.
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Support for reducing immigration has dropped since 2024, especially among Republicans.
73% of Americans now say immigration is good for the country, slightly down from a record 79% in 2025.
Only 21% of Americans think immigration is bad for the U.S.
35% want immigration levels to stay the same, 31% want them increased, and 29% want them decreased.
The drop in support for stricter immigration policies followed public clashes between immigration officers and citizens, some resulting in deaths.
President Trump returned to office promising mass deportations and stricter border control after a rise in illegal border crossings.
Experts note that Americans reacted more to border problems than to immigration itself during the 2024 campaign.
The current administration's focus on deportations and cuts to legal immigration is causing unrest inside the country.
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Maine Democrats will have a new way to pick their candidate for the U.S. Senate after Graham Platner left the race. Platner, who was the Democratic nominee, stepped down following an accusation of rape, which he denies.
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Graham Platner was the Democratic nominee in Maine's Senate race.
He planned to run against Republican Senator Susan Collins.
Platner quit the race on Wednesday night.
The reason for his exit was a serious accusation of rape from a former partner.
Platner denies the accusation.
Maine Democrats will now hold a nominating convention to select a new candidate.
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Eight men were charged with conspiracy to commit murder and terrorism for plotting an attack on the UFC event held at the White House in June. The plan involved using explosive drones and sniper fire, but law enforcement stopped it before it happened.
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Eight men were indicted on murder and terrorism conspiracy charges related to a planned attack on a UFC event at the White House.
The plot included using explosive drones to attack the crowd and snipers to shoot people fleeing.
The group began preparing in May by gathering weapons, explosives, drones, body armor, and other equipment.
The threat was discovered by law enforcement on June 10, four days before the UFC event called Freedom 250.
Seven suspects were arrested across several states, including Ohio, Missouri, Washington, Nebraska, and California.
The eighth suspect, Chandler D. Scaggs, 21, from West Virginia, was arrested after being assigned a sniper role.
The group reportedly held fringe conspiracy beliefs and wanted to destabilize the government.
Federal charges include providing support to terrorists and planning to murder federal officials on government property.
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Eight men were charged with planning a terrorist attack using drones and snipers at a UFC cage-fighting event held at the White House. The group aimed to kill President Donald Trump, other officials, and high-profile individuals, but law enforcement stopped the plot before it could happen.
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Eight men were indicted on charges including murder and terrorism conspiracy.
The planned attack targeted the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House in June 2026.
The group planned to use explosive drones and snipers to attack the event crowd.
The plot started in May, with the group gathering weapons, explosives, drones, and other gear.
Law enforcement learned about the threat on June 10, four days before the event.
The men came from various states: Ohio, Missouri, Washington, Nebraska, California, and West Virginia.
Charges include providing support to terrorists and conspiring to murder federal officials.
The group targeted President Trump, Vice President JD Vance, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, Elon Musk, and other high-profile people.
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Several Democrats are interested in replacing Graham Platner as the Maine Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate after he stopped his campaign amid a sexual assault allegation. The Maine Democratic Party will hold a convention by July 27 to select a new nominee to run against Republican Senator Susan Collins in the November election.
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Graham Platner suspended his Senate campaign following a sexual assault accusation, which he denies.
The Maine Democratic Party must choose a replacement candidate by July 27 at 5 p.m. via a nominating convention.
Shenna Bellows, Maine Secretary of State and former state senator, is running to replace Platner. She previously ran for governor and U.S. Senate.
State Representative Valli Geiger has expressed interest in being the nominee; she has served three terms and is a nurse from Rockland, Maine.
Troy Jackson, former Maine Senate President, also entered the race and filed an exploratory committee with the Federal Election Commission.
Jackson was a gubernatorial candidate in June and has ties to Senator Bernie Sanders; he describes himself as a "pickup truck progressive."
Some notable Democrats, including Rep. Jared Golden and actor Patrick Dempsey, have stated they are not interested in running.
Bellows and most other candidates called for Platner to step down after the assault allegations surfaced.
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Eight men were charged with conspiracy to carry out a drone and sniper attack on a UFC event at the White House in June. The group planned to use explosives and guns to cause harm and disrupt the government.
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Eight men were indicted on charges related to a planned attack on a UFC event held at the White House.
The charges include conspiracy to support terrorists and conspiracy to commit murder on federal property.
The plot involved flying drones loaded with explosives and shooting people as they tried to escape.
The group started preparing in May by gathering weapons, explosives, drones, and other supplies.
Law enforcement learned about the threat four days before the June 14 UFC event.
Members of the group were arrested in several states, including Ohio, Missouri, Washington, Nebraska, California, and West Virginia.
One accused person, Chandler D. Scaggs, was supposed to be a sniper in the attack.
Officials said the group was influenced by extreme conspiracy theories and wanted to destabilize the government.
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Senator Ted Cruz warned that James Talarico, a state representative, could win the Texas Senate race in the upcoming November election. Cruz expressed concern about the possibility of Talarico defeating incumbent Attorney General Ken Paxton.
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Senator Ted Cruz is a Republican from Texas.
James Talarico is a state representative running in the Texas Senate race.
The election will take place in November.
Cruz believes Talarico has a real chance to win the Senate seat.
Cruz shared his views during a conversation with Texas Governor Greg Abbott on a radio show.
Ken Paxton is the current Attorney General and a candidate in the race.
The discussion happened on Sean Hannity’s radio show, with Abbott guest hosting.
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Senate Judiciary Chair Chuck Grassley asked FBI Director Kash Patel in private whether Patel repaid the government for personal travel expenses. New information revealed by Democrats shows Patel took a VIP snorkel trip in Hawaii related to his official duties.
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Chuck Grassley is the Senate Judiciary Committee Chair and a Republican from Iowa.
Kash Patel is the FBI Director.
Grassley questioned Patel privately about reimbursing the government for personal travel costs.
Reports in May said Patel took a VIP snorkel trip in Hawaii.
The trip involved viewing a shipwreck site.
Democrats shared new details about this inquiry on Thursday.
The focus is on whether Patel improperly charged the government for personal travel.
This happened under the current administration led by President Donald Trump.
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Mexico has called for a criminal investigation after a man died during an encounter with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Houston. The Mexican government expressed concern over the deaths of Mexican nationals while in ICE custody.
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A man was killed in Houston during an interaction with ICE agents.
Mexico wants authorities to investigate the death as a possible crime.
The Mexican government highlighted that several Mexicans have died in ICE custody.
The call for investigation shows Mexico’s concern about the treatment of its citizens in the U.S.
The incident involves U.S. immigration enforcement officials.
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The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has proposed reducing environmental reviews for nuclear reactors. This change would limit public input and remove some reactors from review under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
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The NRC oversees nuclear reactor safety and regulations in the U.S.
The proposal aims to narrow environmental reviews required by NEPA, a key U.S. environmental law.
Some nuclear reactors and activities would be exempt from NEPA reviews under this plan.
The change would reduce opportunities for the public to give feedback on nuclear reactor projects.
The NRC announced this proposal on a Wednesday.
NEPA requires federal agencies to assess the environmental impact of their actions.
This proposal could speed up approval processes for certain nuclear reactor activities.
The focus is on balancing environmental concerns with the development of nuclear energy.
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A heat dome is expected to form over parts of the western and northern United States, causing very high temperatures that could break all-time records in some cities. This hot weather may increase the risk of wildfires and worsen drought conditions in the affected areas.
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A heat dome will bring extremely hot weather to the western and northern U.S. this weekend.
Cities like Billings, Montana, may hit 109°F, potentially breaking their record high temperatures.
Salt Lake City could reach about 106°F, close to its all-time high of 107°F.
Other cities with high temperatures include Grand Junction, Colorado (up to 105°F), and Casper, Wyoming (around 104°F).
A heat dome happens when high pressure traps hot air near the ground, preventing clouds and rain.
The heat may worsen drought and increase wildfire risks, especially with dry thunderstorms that bring lightning but little rain.
Heat warnings and watches are already in place in several states such as California, Arizona, Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, Montana, and the Dakotas.
This heat dome is focused more on the West, while a heat wave last week mainly affected the Midwest and East.
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