President Donald Trump spoke at a Hispanic Heritage Month event at the White House. He made a statement saying that only Hispanic people could survive a fall from the area near the new White House ballroom.
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President Trump spoke during an event celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month.
The event took place in the East Room of the White House.
He invited guests to visit the floor of the new White House ballroom.
President Trump mentioned a tunnel connected to the ballroom area.
He said only Hispanic people could survive a fall from the ballroom site.
This comment came during his remarks at the event.
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A new poll shows the race for Wisconsin governor between Republican Tom Tiffany and Democrat David Crowley is very close. Tiffany recently disagreed with President Donald Trump on some issues, and the poll reflects a small lead for Crowley but within the margin of error, meaning the contest is effectively tied.
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The Marquette Law poll shows Crowley with 49% and Tiffany with 46% among likely voters, with a 4.8% margin of error.
Among registered voters, Crowley has 46%, Tiffany 45%, with 9% undecided.
Tiffany has recently broken with President Trump on several issues like beef imports and renaming Lake Ontario.
Crowley’s campaign states Tiffany receives large financial support from billionaires linked to Trump.
Tiffany criticizes Crowley for raising taxes and supporting benefits for illegal immigrants.
Compared to last month, Tiffany’s support increased among Republicans, while Crowley’s support fell among Democrats and independents.
President Trump’s approval rating in Wisconsin dropped from 40% to 38%, with disapproval rising to 60%.
The current governor, Tony Evers, a Democrat, is retiring after two terms, making this an open race.
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The U.S. Supreme Court allowed Tennessee to proceed with the execution of Christa Pike, ending a last-minute pause from a lower court. This decision means Tennessee can carry out the first execution of a woman in the state in over 200 years.
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The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Tennessee allowing Christa Pike's execution to proceed.
A lower appeals court had temporarily paused the execution shortly before it was scheduled.
This is the first time Tennessee will execute a woman in more than 200 years.
The ruling was not unanimous; three Supreme Court justices disagreed with the decision.
Christa Pike’s case has drawn significant legal attention due to the rarity of female executions in Tennessee.
The execution is part of Tennessee’s criminal justice and capital punishment system.
The Supreme Court’s decision removes any legal obstacles delaying the execution.
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The Democratic Women’s Caucus criticized President Trump’s administration for weakening Title IX rules, which protect students from sexual harassment and assault. They also showed support for Jane Doe, who accused several men of raping her at a Cornell University fraternity.
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The Democratic Women’s Caucus spoke out against the rollback of Title IX protections by the Trump administration.
Title IX is a law that helps protect students from sexual violence and discrimination in schools.
Jane Doe accused seven men of raping her over several hours at the Chi Phi fraternity on Cornell’s campus.
The caucus chair is Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández from New Mexico.
The Democratic Women’s Caucus expressed public support for Jane Doe amid these allegations.
The case involves serious accusations of sexual assault at a university fraternity house.
The rollback of Title IX rules has been controversial because it changes how schools handle such complaints.
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Northern Ireland has introduced new driving rules for young and new drivers called graduated driver licensing (GDL) to reduce road accidents. These include a minimum six-month learning period before taking the driving test and restrictions on young drivers carrying passengers at night.
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Northern Ireland is the first UK region to start graduated driver licensing (GDL) for new drivers.
GDL focuses on drivers aged 17 to 23 and requires learners to have at least six months of driving practice before testing.
Newly qualified drivers under 24 cannot carry young passengers at night.
Breaking the rules can lead to penalty points or fines up to £1,000.
Young drivers (17-23) cause 24% of crashes but make up only 8% of license holders in Northern Ireland.
In 2024, 251 people were killed or seriously hurt in crashes involving young drivers; 65% of these crashes were the young driver’s fault.
In England and Wales, there is now a minimum waiting time before driving tests, but full GDL is not introduced.
Some rural young people feel the new rules make it harder for them to get around due to limited transport options.
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The US Senate voted 57 to 43 against a bill that would ask states to consider making big electricity users like data centres pay for the power grid costs they cause. The bill had passed the House easily but lacked enough support in the Senate to overcome a filibuster, a Senate rule that blocks some bills unless 60 votes agree.
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The bill aimed to make data centres, which use a lot of electricity, responsible for some infrastructure upgrade costs.
Only four Democrats joined Republicans to support the bill in the Senate.
The bill needed 60 votes to pass but got 57, so it failed.
The measure had passed the House with a vote of 417 to 3.
Data centres support artificial intelligence and are increasing in number, with about 5,400 in the US.
Critics say the bill does not force data centres to pay enough and only suggests states “consider” rate changes.
Senate Democrats want stronger laws to protect consumers from higher electricity bills caused by data centres.
Virginia and Texas have the most data centres, with California, Ohio, and New York also hosting many facilities.
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President Trump announced that South Korea plans to invest in a natural gas pipeline project in Alaska, aimed at exporting liquefied natural gas to Asia and lowering energy costs in Alaska. The project is supported by Senator Dan Sullivan, who is in a competitive reelection race, and is part of broader South Korean investment promises tied to a 2025 trade deal with the U.S.
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South Korea will invest in an 807-mile natural gas pipeline in Alaska connecting the North Slope to a gas export terminal.
The pipeline project is expected to take three years to build, with exports starting two years after completion, depending on full funding.
Liquefied natural gas exported from Alaska could be sold to Asian markets.
The project is supported by Senator Dan Sullivan, who is running for reelection in Alaska.
The investment comes from South Korea’s pledge of nearly $200 billion in U.S. projects linked to a 2025 trade deal reducing tariffs on South Korean goods.
President Trump highlighted this project after announcing a $15 billion steel plant investment in Iowa to support Republican candidates in tight Senate races.
The announcement aims to show foreign investments benefiting states with competitive elections ahead of the midterms.
President Trump acknowledged challenges Republicans face in the upcoming midterms and plans to campaign heavily in support of GOP candidates.
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The Conservative Party in the UK plans to introduce new rules for young people under 25 who claim benefits without working for six months. These rules would require young people to attend job centers or training daily and take part in a six-month "Get to Work" program, or their benefits could be reduced.
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The new rules target young people aged 18 to 24 who have not worked for six months continuously.
Those affected would join a "Get to Work" scheme involving daily attendance at job centers, work experience, and training courses.
Participants would be assigned a manager and attend job search and interview workshops.
The program lasts up to six months or until the person finds a job.
If unemployed after six months on the scheme, benefits could be cut by 30%.
Young people with prior work experience, health issues, caring duties, or estrangement would be exempt.
The Conservative Party wants to reconsider how parents' earnings affect their children’s welfare benefits.
The proposal aims to reduce the number of young people not in education, employment, or training (called Neets).
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Texas law enforcement stopped a possible violent attack at the Texas State Capitol in Austin and arrested one suspect, Benny Caldera Jr. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) acted on credible information and is working with the FBI to investigate.
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DPS received a credible tip about a planned attack at the Texas Capitol on Tuesday night.
Benny Caldera Jr., 40, was arrested early Wednesday at his home in Converse, Texas.
He faces a felony charge for making a terroristic threat against a public servant.
The Texas Capitol remained open with increased security after the arrest.
DPS informed Texas State Legislators about the threat and arrest.
The FBI cooperated with DPS but deferred comment to them.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott praised DPS for preventing the attack.
The investigation is ongoing, and no further details have been released.
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani received his federal security clearance nine months after taking office. This clearance allows him to access classified government documents.
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Zohran Mamdani is the mayor of New York City.
He took office nine months ago.
On Wednesday, he was granted federal security clearance.
The clearance lets him see classified information.
Before receiving clearance, he could not access certain government documents.
A spokesperson for Mamdani confirmed the clearance was recently issued.
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Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton will debate on CNN as they both run to be California’s next governor. Becerra currently leads in the polls, while Hilton focuses on lowering the cost of living in the state.
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The debate will air Wednesday night on CNN, hosted from studios near Los Angeles.
Polls show Becerra ahead by about 20 to 25 points over Hilton among likely voters.
Cost of living, including housing, taxes, and utilities, is a key topic for the candidates.
Hilton wants to reduce gas prices, cut taxes on incomes up to $150,000, and build more starter homes.
Becerra proposes a "Power Hour" for free electricity for low-income families and wants to freeze utility and insurance costs.
Hilton blames California's problems on Democratic leaders, despite opposing President Trump.
Becerra points to his long experience in government and works toward universal healthcare.
The debate comes as mail-in ballots are being sent to California voters.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave a speech to active-duty military officers, where he spoke about the future of warfare, issues related to faith in the military, and plans for a new military base. He also talked about removing "woke" elements from the Defense Department and criticized news coverage of the conflict in Iran.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth addressed active-duty military officers.
He discussed the future of warfare and the role of faith in the military.
Hegseth announced plans to establish a new military base.
He expressed the intent to remove "woke" influences from the Defense Department.
Hegseth criticized how news media has covered the war in Iran.
The speech covered a broad range of topics, including culture and military strategy.
The address took place on a Wednesday.
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Utah Governor Spencer Cox is speaking out about the need to reduce political hatred and violence in the United States. He has written a book called "Off Ramp: How to Be a Peacemaker in an Age of Contempt" to share his ideas on how Americans can work toward peace.
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Spencer Cox is the Republican governor of Utah.
He became a notable voice after the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Cox urges Americans to reduce political anger and violence.
He has written a book titled "Off Ramp: How to Be a Peacemaker in an Age of Contempt."
The book offers ways to bring peace and understanding amid political division.
Cox discussed these topics in an interview with Geoff Bennett.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced new partnerships between the Pentagon and five non-Ivy League colleges and universities. This move is part of an effort to work with a broader range of schools beyond the most prestigious institutions.
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The Pentagon is partnering with five non-Ivy League universities.
The schools include Louisiana State University (LSU), Liberty University, Tuskegee University, and Mississippi State University.
These partnerships are part of a plan to expand military connections beyond top Ivy League colleges.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is leading this initiative.
The announcement was made on a Wednesday, during ongoing efforts to reshape military education partnerships.
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The article discusses the idea of the American Dream and asks whether younger generations can still achieve it today. Judy Woodruff explores this question in her series, Crossroads: America at 250.
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The American Dream is a long-standing idea about success and opportunity in the U.S.
The article questions how achievable this dream is for younger people now.
Judy Woodruff is presenting this topic as part of her series called Crossroads: America at 250.
The series looks at important moments and themes in American history.
The focus is on understanding current challenges facing young Americans.
It highlights changes in society and economy that affect life goals.
The American Dream traditionally includes ideas like owning a home, having a good job, and financial stability.
The article invites readers to consider what this dream means in today’s world.
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Lara Trump, daughter-in-law of President Donald Trump, said in an interview that the war with Iran might cause the Republican Party to lose control of Congress in the midterm elections. She emphasized that preventing Iran from getting a nuclear weapon is more important than winning the elections, despite the conflict causing higher gas and grocery prices that worry voters.
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Lara Trump said losing both the House and Senate could be acceptable if it stops Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.
She suggested Iran is delaying a deal until after the U.S. midterms to gain an advantage.
Lara Trump noted that President Trump’s legacy could be affected by the outcome of the Iran war.
Public opinion polls show that a majority of Americans oppose the war with Iran and want a quick end to the conflict.
Support for the war among Republicans has dropped from 68% in April to 53% in September.
The war and rising prices for gas and groceries may influence voters to favor Democrats in key races.
Some Republican lawmakers have expressed concerns about the impact of the war on elections.
The White House did not comment on Lara Trump’s statements when asked.
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President Donald Trump responded to leaked audio of Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton saying the GOP convention hurt poll numbers by saying he had not heard the comments and praised the event. Paxton denied the negative interpretation and pointed to a poll showing him ahead. The situation highlights tensions in Texas Republican politics as Paxton faces a tough election against Democrat James Talarico.
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Ken Paxton, Texas Republican Senate candidate and ally of President Trump, was recorded saying the GOP convention caused poll numbers to drop.
President Trump said he did not know about Paxton’s comments and called the convention "amazing."
The audio was leaked to The New York Times but not independently verified by CBS News.
Paxton’s spokesperson said the audio was manipulated and cited an internal poll where Paxton leads by three points.
President Trump endorsed Paxton late in the primary, helping him defeat Senator John Cornyn in a runoff.
Paxton faces Democrat James Talarico in a challenging general election in Texas, a state with no statewide Democrat winner since 1994.
Recent polls show Paxton trailing Talarico, and Democrats are hopeful due to Trump's low popularity and Paxton’s controversial history.
Senator Cornyn expressed concern about the race and noted the tough election environment for Republicans this year.
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With five weeks left until the election, Democrats are hopeful about gaining control of the House and possibly the Senate. They are campaigning actively in areas usually held by Republicans, but some weaknesses in their approach could affect their success.
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Democrats are enthusiastic and confident about the upcoming election.
They are targeting Republican areas such as Texas, Florida, Kansas, and Mississippi.
Many Democratic leaders expect to win the House majority.
Gaining the Senate majority is seen as possible but was unlikely a year ago.
Some problems within the Democratic campaign might reduce their chances.
President Donald Trump's current low popularity is a challenge for Republicans.
The expected "blue wave" refers to a big win for Democrats.
New Hampshire is mentioned as an example showing why the Democratic wave may not happen.
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President Donald Trump highlighted Senator Dan Sullivan of Alaska while announcing a $54 billion investment in a project to export natural gas from Alaska. This project is included in a larger $200 billion investment from South Korea aimed at multiple U.S. energy projects.
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President Trump announced a $54 billion investment to export natural gas from Alaska.
The investment is part of a total $200 billion from South Korea to the United States.
The projects include liquefied natural gas (LNG) development.
The investment also covers the construction of eight nuclear power plants.
Senator Dan Sullivan of Alaska was a central figure during the announcement.
The energy projects aim to strengthen U.S. energy production and exports.
South Korea is the country providing the large-scale investment.
The announcement took place on a Wednesday during a public event.
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Pennsylvania health officials confirmed the fifth death linked to measles this year during a large outbreak. The latest person who died was not vaccinated and lived in Lancaster County.
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Pennsylvania is experiencing its worst measles outbreak in over 35 years.
The state has now reported five deaths connected to measles this year.
The most recent death was a resident of Lancaster County.
The person who died was not vaccinated against measles.
Health officials did not provide additional details about the deceased.
The outbreak is rapidly growing in the state.
Measles can be serious and is preventable with vaccination.
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