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Dr. Debra Houry, a former top doctor at the CDC, talked about big changes at the agency after Robert F. Kennedy Jr. became its leader. The discussion happened on the show "Face the Nation."
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Dr. Debra Houry used to be the chief medical officer at the CDC.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. took over leadership at the CDC.
Houry described significant changes at the CDC during Kennedy’s time.
The conversation was featured on "Face the Nation," a news interview program.
CBS News covered the story and provided related reporting from Dr. Celine Gounder.
The article references a video segment available on the CBS News app and website.
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Interior Secretary Doug Burgum announced that the repairs for the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool will be done by the same company that worked on it before. The company, Green Water Solutions, was selected without a competitive bidding process because of their previous good work.
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The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool needs repairs.
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum made the announcement.
The company chosen is Green Water Solutions.
Green Water Solutions worked on the pool before.
The company got the contract without a normal bidding process.
Burgum praised the company’s previous work as “fantastic.”
The announcement was made on CNN’s “State of the Union.”
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Speaker Mike Johnson said House Republicans are considering different ways to change the law about birthright citizenship after the Supreme Court rejected President Trump’s executive order on the issue. Johnson emphasized the need to find a legislative solution.
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The Supreme Court ruled against President Trump’s executive order that aimed to limit birthright citizenship.
Speaker Mike Johnson represents Louisiana and leads the House Republican conference.
Johnson said House Republicans are exploring all options to address birthright citizenship through legislation.
Birthright citizenship is the legal right that grants citizenship to anyone born in the United States.
Johnson spoke about this topic during an interview on Fox News Sunday with Shannon Bream.
The House GOP aims to find a legislative fix rather than relying on executive orders.
The debate follows one of President Trump’s policy priorities during his current term.
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Seventeen states and local areas raised their minimum wage this month to help workers keep up with rising prices. The federal minimum wage has stayed at $7.25 per hour since 2009, losing much of its value due to inflation, leading many states to set higher local rates.
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The federal minimum wage has not increased since 2009 and remains $7.25 per hour.
Inflation has reduced the buying power of the federal minimum wage by over 27% since 2009 and 40% since 1968.
Seventeen states and localities raised their minimum wages in July, affecting about 361,000 workers.
Washington state has the highest minimum wage at $17.13 per hour, creating a large gap compared to states with only the federal rate.
Thirty states and Washington, D.C. have minimum wages higher than the federal level.
Some states, mainly in the South, stick to the $7.25 minimum because they do not have their own wage laws or their laws set lower wages.
A new federal bill proposes gradually raising the national minimum wage to $25 per hour by 2031-2039 depending on business size.
The proposed raise aims to support workers and is part of a broader political effort to connect with working-class voters.
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The article discusses the issue of blocking press access to state executions in the United States. It questions the use of the word "dignity" to justify denying journalists the chance to report on these executions.
Key Facts
Some states do not allow the press to witness executions.
Officials often say this is to preserve the "dignity" of the process.
The article argues that calling executions "dignified" is inconsistent because they involve killing a citizen.
Press access helps provide transparency about how executions are carried out.
Limiting press presence can reduce public understanding of the death penalty.
The debate raises questions about government transparency and accountability.
The issue relates to broader discussions about the death penalty in the U.S.
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A police officer in Ohio was killed while responding to a 911 call reporting gunshots. The suspect and two other people also died, and two other officers and a police dog were injured in the incident.
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The event happened Sunday night in Rittman, Ohio, about 40 miles south of Cleveland.
The 911 call came in around 9:30 p.m. reporting shots fired and a disturbance.
Officers arrived and immediately faced gunfire.
One police officer died at the scene.
The suspect and two other people also died.
Two officers and a police dog were injured; their conditions were not known.
The sheriff did not release names or further details about the people who died.
The sheriff declined to answer additional questions about the incident.
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National Guard soldiers in Memphis shot and killed a 20-year-old man named Tyrin Johnson early Sunday after he reportedly pulled a gun on them during a chase. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is looking into the incident, and no one else was hurt.
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The shooting happened around 4 a.m. Sunday when soldiers responded to a gunfire report.
Tyrin Johnson was shot and died at the scene despite first aid attempts from National Guard medical specialists.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation said two soldiers fired on Johnson and are investigating why the situation escalated.
Memphis Mayor Paul Young called the shooting unfortunate and is waiting for the investigation’s results.
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee deployed the National Guard to help reduce crime in Memphis as part of a task force supported by President Trump.
The deployment of the National Guard was temporarily stopped in court but later allowed to continue.
The Memphis Safe Taskforce, which includes federal and local agencies, has been linked to at least four officer-involved shootings so far.
Tyrin Johnson was a Tennessee State University student, a father, and involved in his family’s construction business.
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Millions of Americans will receive their next Social Security payments this week, with some eligible for up to $5,181 per month. Payments are sent on different Wednesdays based on birth dates to spread out distribution, and the next payment on July 8 is for those born between the 1st and 10th of any month.
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Social Security payments are issued on different Wednesdays depending on the recipient’s birth date.
The July 8 payment is for people born from the 1st to the 10th day of any month.
Others born between the 11th and 20th get paid on July 15, and those born between the 21st and 31st on July 22.
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients were paid on July 1.
People who started receiving Social Security before May 1997 get paid earlier in the month.
The maximum Social Security payment in 2026 is $5,181 per month, but only a small number of people receive this.
How much a person gets depends on their work history, earnings, and when they start claiming benefits.
If payment doesn’t arrive on the expected day, the SSA suggests waiting three more days before reporting it.
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President Donald Trump spoke about communism several times during his Fourth of July speech at the National Mall. He also made similar comments a few days earlier at Mount Rushmore.
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President Trump delivered a speech on the Fourth of July at the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
In the speech, he mentioned the word "communists" at least six times.
He gave a similar message about communism at Mount Rushmore on the previous Friday.
The theme of his speeches included opposition to communism.
The comments were highlighted by CBS News, with reporter Nancy Cordes providing coverage.
The Fourth of July is a U.S. national holiday celebrating independence.
The National Mall is a large park in the center of Washington, D.C., often used for important public events.
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A hearing is starting this week in Utah to decide if Tyler Robinson will face trial for the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Kirk’s family says each court event is a painful reminder of his death and asks for privacy during this difficult time.
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Tyler Robinson, 23, is charged with aggravated murder in Charlie Kirk’s killing.
The murder happened last September at Utah Valley University.
A five-day preliminary hearing begins Monday in Utah.
Prosecutors want the judge to allow a trial and possibly seek the death penalty.
Charlie Kirk’s widow, Erika Kirk, spoke on behalf of the family asking for privacy and expressing gratitude for public support.
The family described Charlie Kirk as a beloved husband, father, and friend.
The family will not make further comments out of respect for the court process.
The hearing is part of the early steps in the legal case against Tyler Robinson.
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Republican senators are having more disagreements with President Donald Trump. They feel he focuses too much on his own goals instead of helping them win reelections.
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Republican senators are questioning some of President Trump's priorities.
Senators believe Trump's focus may hurt their chances to get reelected.
This disagreement is growing within the Republican Party.
The conflict may create opportunities for the Democratic Party.
The issue centers on balancing the president’s goals with party members’ election needs.
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President Donald Trump will take part in a ceremony to celebrate the start of Trump Accounts, a new investment product for children. He will ring the opening bell from the White House, joined by officials from the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq.
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President Trump will join a ceremony on Monday morning for the launch of Trump Accounts.
Trump Accounts are new investment accounts designed for children.
The Treasury Department officially launched these accounts on July 4.
Officials from the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq will participate in the event.
President Trump will ring the opening bell remotely from the White House.
The event highlights the start of a new financial product linked to President Trump’s brand.
The ceremony aims to promote investment opportunities for younger Americans.
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The article discusses the question of whether the United States Constitution needs to be updated. It notes the importance of this anniversary year as a moment to reflect on America's progress and consider changes to the Constitution.
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The article focuses on the U.S. Constitution.
It highlights that this year marks an important anniversary.
The discussion centers on whether the Constitution is still suitable today.
The Constitution is an important document that guides U.S. laws and government.
Some believe updating the Constitution could address current challenges.
Others may argue the Constitution should remain as it is.
The article encourages reflection on America's development since the Constitution was written.
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Two Tennessee National Guard members fatally shot a man in Memphis after he turned toward them with a gun during a foot chase early Sunday morning. The man, Tyrin Johnson, 20, died at the scene; authorities are investigating the shooting. The Guard members are part of a federal crime task force deployed to Memphis by President Trump to help reduce violence.
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The shooting happened around 4 a.m. during a pursuit of an armed man in downtown Memphis.
Tyrin Johnson, 20, turned toward National Guard soldiers with a gun, prompting them to shoot.
Johnson died at the scene despite first aid efforts by Guard medical specialists.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) is conducting a full investigation of the incident.
The National Guard soldiers are part of a federal task force created by President Trump to address crime in Memphis.
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee deployed the Guard to support this crime-fighting effort.
Memphis Mayor Paul Young called the shooting "unfortunate" and is waiting for investigation results.
The Memphis Safe Task Force has been in the city since October and has led to over 10,000 arrests, with some shootings involving law enforcement noted before.
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President Donald Trump said he canceled a July 4 event on the National Mall because of bad weather. He also shared that about 422,000 people attended before the weather forced everyone to leave.
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President Trump was involved in deciding whether to cancel a July 4 event on the National Mall.
The event faced a threat from severe weather conditions.
The president said he overruled a recommendation to cancel the event initially.
Around 422,000 people were at the event at 7:05 p.m. before they had to leave.
The event was eventually canceled due to the weather.
President Trump made this information public on his Truth Social account.
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An Illinois mother, Krista Stolt, shares how she comforts her toddler son Easton during his nightmares by sitting on the floor next to his crib. A video from their baby monitor captured Easton smiling with relief when he realized his mother was there, showing the comfort her presence provides.
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Krista Stolt lives near Chicago and has a toddler son named Easton.
Easton prefers sleeping alone in his crib rather than co-sleeping with his parents.
Since age 2, Easton and his mom have had a routine where she sits on the floor next to his crib until he falls asleep.
Easton has been having nightmares once or twice a week recently, and his mom comforts him by lying on the floor next to him.
One night, the baby monitor recorded Easton smiling when he touched his mom’s arm, showing he felt safe and comforted.
Krista watches this video often as a reminder that her son needs love and support during difficult moments.
The mother relates this comforting routine to her own childhood experiences of co-sleeping with her mom.
Krista is willing to sacrifice her own sleep discomfort to help her son feel safe during the toddler years.
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Two teenagers in Glasgow were found not guilty of murdering 15-year-old Amen Teklay, who died after being stabbed in a sword fight. The court accepted that one boy acted in self-defense, and both teenagers were cleared by a jury.
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Amen Teklay died in March 2025 after a confrontation involving two teenage boys aged 14 and 15 at the time.
The stabbing took place with swords during a clash in Glasgow’s St George’s Cross area.
The two accused teenagers, now 16 and 17 years old, were tried but cannot be named because they are minors.
The 16-year-old claimed he stabbed Amen in self-defense; the 17-year-old denied attacking him.
The incident followed a feud that started in 2024 involving theft and clashes with weapons.
Several fights and messages about carrying knives and swords before the stabbing were shown in court.
The 16-year-old bought a red sword online and carried it regularly, admitting he wanted to "build a persona" at that age.
On the night of the attack, the boys encountered Amen, who allegedly had a knife, leading to a fight where Amen was fatally stabbed.
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The article compares the current state of education in America to passengers on a sinking ship, implying that education is facing serious problems. It suggests that these issues need urgent attention to avoid further decline.
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Education in America is facing significant challenges.
The situation is described as worsening slowly, like a sinking ship.
The article stresses the need to address education problems immediately.
It implies that ignoring these issues could lead to collapse.
No specific solutions or causes are detailed in the excerpt provided.
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More than 500,000 customers were without power on July 6 after strong storms hit parts of the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Midwest regions. Pennsylvania and Michigan suffered the most outages, with continuing storm threats possibly slowing power restoration efforts.
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Over 500,000 people lost power due to severe storms on the holiday weekend.
Pennsylvania had the highest number of outages, with about 107,792 customers affected.
Michigan followed closely with 100,621 customers without power.
New Jersey, New York, Maryland, and Connecticut also experienced many outages.
Strong winds, heavy rain, and lightning caused damage to power lines and trees.
Some areas faced risks of flooding and heat without air conditioning.
Utility crews are still working to restore power, but more storms might delay progress.
Officials warned of possible flash flooding due to repeated heavy rain in parts of the Northeast.
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President Donald Trump rang the opening bells for the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq from the Oval Office to highlight stock market gains during his presidency. He promoted "Trump Accounts," a new investment program for children, aiming to increase stock market participation amid inflation concerns and upcoming midterm elections.
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President Trump rang the opening bells at the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq from the Oval Office.
He connected his presidency to recent stock market gains, encouraging Americans to focus on their 401(k) investments.
Trump Accounts were created to help children invest in stock indexes as part of a 2025 Republican tax and spending cuts bill.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent promoted these accounts, noting many Americans do not own stocks.
About 38% of American adults do not currently own stocks, according to Bessent.
The S&P 500 rose about 17.9% in 2025 but had higher gains in 2023 and 2024 under President Biden.
Inflation has increased under Trump’s second term, with the consumer price index rising 4.2% in the past year.
Trump’s approval rating for economic leadership is low at 33%, partly due to rising inflation.
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