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People attended the Great American State Fair on Thursday and watched fighter jets fly overhead at the National Mall. Blake Boggs showed his young son the jets called the Thunderbirds, which are not often seen.
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The Great American State Fair took place on a Thursday.
Fighter jets called the Thunderbirds flew over the National Mall during the event.
Attendees stopped to look up at the jets in the sky.
Blake Boggs pointed out the Thunderbirds to his young son.
The Thunderbirds are a jet team that is rarely seen in this area.
The article mentions the crowd was thin due to high temperatures.
Despite fewer people, the atmosphere remained positive at the fair.
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The U.S. State Department has officially labeled the Ecuadorian gang called the Chone Killers as a foreign terrorist organization. This group has been responsible for many attacks on civilians, police officers, and government workers in Ecuador.
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The Chone Killers are a gang based in Ecuador.
The U.S. designated them as a foreign terrorist organization on Wednesday.
The gang has carried out attacks against civilians and law enforcement.
They have targeted government officials, including high-profile assassinations.
The announcement was made by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
This designation allows the U.S. to take stronger actions against the gang.
It highlights the U.S. concern over the gang’s violent activities in Ecuador.
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House Democrats on the Natural Resources Committee say that Freedom 250 may have misled people who tried to donate to America250. They claim donors were given bank details for Freedom 250 instead, which could mean the money was rerouted improperly.
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The House Natural Resources Committee is run by Democrats.
They released a report accusing Freedom 250 of misleading donors.
Donors who wanted to give money to America250 were given bank information for Freedom 250 instead.
The bank details included Freedom 250’s routing number and account number.
This situation may involve wire fraud, which means illegally redirecting funds.
The report is still interim, meaning it is not the final version.
America250 and Freedom 250 are different groups related to fundraising efforts.
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Security has increased in Washington, D.C., for Fourth of July events to ensure safety. Sources say President Donald Trump could owe hundreds of millions in taxes on $1.4 billion he made from cryptocurrency.
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Security measures in Washington, D.C., are stronger for the Fourth of July celebrations.
President Donald Trump has earned $1.4 billion from cryptocurrency.
Tax experts say Trump’s tax bill from this crypto income could be very large.
The exact amount of the tax is not confirmed but could total hundreds of millions.
The information comes from unnamed sources cited by CBS News.
The news is part of a CBS News segment called "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
The report highlights financial and security topics related to the U.S. capital and the President.
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The CBS News program "Sunday Morning" airs Sundays at 9 a.m. ET on CBS and streams at 11 a.m. ET on the CBS News app. The show covers various topics including a report about the Stars and Stripes, Fourth of July celebrations, the search for the best burger, and profiles of notable figures.
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"Sunday Morning" is hosted by Jane Pauley and airs Sundays on CBS at 9 a.m. ET.
The program streams later at 11 a.m. ET on the CBS News app.
A segment covers a battle over the Stars and Stripes flag.
The show features a story about Fourth of July traditions and grilling advice.
A report highlights the Wagyu Brothers burger shop in Tokyo aiming to make the best burger using high-quality beef.
There is a remembrance segment for notable people who recently passed away.
The program profiles actor J.K. Simmons and his new role in the series "The Westies."
Another story focuses on returning to analog music listening at a Seattle bar focused on curated music experiences.
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President Donald Trump has shown interest in adding his face to Mount Rushmore, joining the four presidents already carved there. This idea has led to debate about whether it is possible and appropriate to change the historic monument.
Key Facts
Mount Rushmore currently has the faces of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln.
President Trump wants his face added to the monument.
The proposal has received both support and opposition from different groups.
There are questions about the legal and technical feasibility of adding a new carving.
The monument is located in South Dakota, and the president plans to visit it soon.
Mount Rushmore is a historic and cultural landmark in the United States.
The debate includes political and practical challenges.
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The U.S. death rate reached its lowest level ever in 2025, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The death rate dropped by 4.6 percent compared to 2024.
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The death rate in 2025 was 689.2 deaths per 100,000 people.
This number is the lowest death rate recorded in U.S. history.
The death rate fell by 4.6% from the previous year, 2024.
The data comes from the CDC’s Vital Statistics Rapid Release report.
The report was released on a Thursday (exact date not specified).
The data is provisional, meaning it may be updated later.
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A new poll by Morning Consult and the Cato Institute shows that many Americans support changing the Constitution to add rights like health care, balance the federal budget, and limit campaign spending. The poll also finds that Americans back other changes, such as voter ID laws and making English the national language, with some agreement across political lines.
Key Facts
73% of Americans support a constitutional amendment guaranteeing the right to health care.
69% want an amendment to require a balanced federal budget and limit political campaign spending.
66% support requiring photo ID to vote.
65% would back making English the national language.
60% support banning flag burning and guaranteeing free college through amendments.
Only 36% support banning diversity, equity, and inclusion topics in public schools and 38% back ending birthright citizenship by amendment.
The poll surveyed 2,253 adults on June 25-26, 2026, with a 2% margin of error.
Amending the Constitution requires approval by two-thirds of Congress or state legislatures and ratification by three-fourths of states, making it a difficult process.
The last amendment passed was the 27th in 1992, which limits congressional pay changes.
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Washington, D.C., and much of the eastern U.S. are experiencing very high temperatures this week, with the capital expecting a high of 102 degrees on Thursday. The extreme heat is affecting plans for the city’s July 4th weekend events as it prepares to celebrate the country’s 250th birthday.
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The eastern half of the United States is facing extreme heat this week.
Washington, D.C., is forecast to reach 102 degrees on Thursday.
The National Weather Service provided the temperature forecast.
The heat is impacting preparations for July 4th weekend celebrations.
The city will mark the 250th anniversary of the country’s founding during these events.
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Authorities in Hamden, Ohio, removed 16 children living in poor and unsafe conditions from a home and arrested four adults related to the children on child endangerment charges. The children were not enrolled in school and lived mostly confined to a small room, with some needing hospital care.
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16 children, aged 1.5 to 18, were found living in squalor in a home in Hamden, Ohio.
The children were mostly kept in a small room under very poor conditions.
Seven children were taken to hospitals, including one in critical condition.
The children were not enrolled in school, and neighbors never saw them.
Four adults related to the children—parents and grandparents—were arrested for child endangerment.
The adults pleaded not guilty and were given $300,000 bond each.
The investigation began after authorities visited the home for an unrelated reason.
A warrant related to misdemeanor indecent exposure charges was issued for one adult on the day of the investigation.
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Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested about 10,000 people during a five-day period in late June as part of President Donald Trump’s increased effort to deport more immigrants. This surge is part of a shift away from well-known city raids toward quieter methods, but the number of arrests is rising sharply.
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ICE made approximately 10,000 arrests over five days at the end of June, averaging around 2,000 arrests per day.
The arrests are part of President Trump’s push to deport illegal immigrants, including those with criminal records.
The agency has moved from large, public raids in major cities to less visible enforcement actions.
ICE detention numbers rose to about 39,000 in June, up from about 30,000 in previous months.
ICE does not usually release arrest figures, making comparisons difficult.
December had the highest monthly average of arrests under the Trump administration before this surge, with 1,283 arrests per day.
In January, after heavy enforcement in Minneapolis, arrests averaged about 1,212 per day nationwide.
The enforcement approach changed after incidents in Minneapolis led to reduced presence of ICE officers there.
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The administration of President Donald Trump is reducing rules that limit commercial fishing across the U.S. This includes reopening parts of New England waters to scallop fishing, which had been closed to protect fish populations. Officials say the goal is to support the fishing industry while managing environmental concerns.
Key Facts
President Trump’s administration is cutting commercial fishing regulations nationwide.
New England waters, including parts of Georges Bank, may reopen to scallop fishing.
Georges Bank is an important fishing area off Massachusetts and Nova Scotia.
Fishing restrictions were put in place in 1994 after declines in cod stocks due to overfishing.
Trump declared a national scallops day to celebrate these changes.
NOAA and the Department of Commerce are leading the policy changes to boost seafood production.
The New England Fishery Management Council has not yet agreed to reopen some areas and will discuss this again.
The administration aims to balance increased fishing access with environmental protection.
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The United States is marking its 250th anniversary since 1776, highlighting its long democracy and stable constitution. The celebration comes at a time of political division and changing global views about America’s role in the world.
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The U.S. is celebrating 250 years since its founding in 1776.
It has operated under the same constitution since 1789, making it the world’s longest-running democracy.
Other countries, like France, have experienced many changes in government types over similar periods.
The anniversary raises questions about what the celebration means today.
The U.S. is known for its influence in global politics, trade, culture, and history, including winning the Cold War.
President Donald Trump supports loosening traditional alliances.
Global admiration for American democracy is currently decreasing.
The country faces internal political divisions as it marks this milestone.
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Army General Christopher Donahue gave up his leadership of U.S. Army forces in Europe and Africa during a ceremony in Germany. He was removed from the position last month by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
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General Christopher Donahue led U.S. Army Europe and Africa.
He stepped down from his role in Wiesbaden, Germany.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth removed him unexpectedly last month.
Donahue is 56 years old.
He was known as an important and rising leader in the Army.
Donahue has a long career in military special operations.
This change affects U.S. military leadership in Europe and Africa.
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The U.S. government announced that it will no longer cooperate with the International Criminal Court (ICC) by rejecting all requests to hand over individuals for trial. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said the ICC has no authority over U.S. citizens and that American courts have sole power to try them.
Key Facts
The U.S. will not honor extradition requests from the ICC or take part in its investigations.
The ICC tries people accused of serious crimes like genocide and war crimes.
The ICC is based in The Hague, Netherlands, and started work in 2002.
The U.S. signed but never approved the treaty that created the ICC, and it is not a member.
The ICC only acts if a country’s own courts won’t investigate or prosecute serious crimes.
Acting Attorney General Blanche criticized the ICC for acting beyond its rights and questioned its fairness.
Major countries like Russia, China, and the U.S. are not part of the ICC.
The letter from the U.S. government restates a long-held position and may signal a tougher stance on the ICC.
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A 67-year-old former Olympic canoeist named David Hearn was charged with felony destruction of property in Washington, D.C. This charge relates to damage found at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. He could face up to 10 years in prison.
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David Hearn is a former Olympic canoeist.
He was indicted by a Washington, D.C. grand jury.
The charge is felony destruction of property.
The damage was found at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
Hearn is 67 years old.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro made the announcement.
The felony charge could lead to a prison sentence of up to 10 years.
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A former US Olympian, David "Davey" Hearn, has been charged with damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington, DC. Authorities say he tore a recently installed sealant from the pool, causing about $1,000 in damage after a $14 million renovation.
Key Facts
David "Davey" Hearn is a 67-year-old three-time Olympic canoeist.
He is charged with a felony for destruction of property related to the Reflecting Pool.
The incident occurred on June 19, 2026, when Hearn allegedly ripped sealant from the pool bottom.
The pool had recently undergone a $14 million renovation but showed issues like peeling sealant and algae growth.
Hearn denies intentionally damaging the pool and says he only touched already damaged material.
US Park Police have arrested five people and issued citations to five others for vandalism involving the pool.
President Donald Trump publicly criticized the vandals and pledged immediate repairs to the Reflecting Pool.
The Reflecting Pool is a historic monument built in the 1920s, located between the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument.
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Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, a Republican from Louisiana, is refusing to support a voter ID bill unless the SAVE America Act is included in important legislation. Her stance has slowed down work in the House of Representatives as she insists on attaching the SAVE Act to major bills.
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Rep. Anna Paulina Luna is a Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Louisiana.
She opposes a bill to increase voter ID requirements unless it includes the SAVE America Act.
The SAVE America Act focuses on changes to voter eligibility rules.
Luna’s refusal to support the bill has caused delays in House legislative work.
She has said she does not care if people dislike her for her position.
The dispute is between Luna and Republican party leaders who want to pass the voter ID bill.
Luna’s actions represent a rebellion within the Republican Party.
The disagreement centers on attaching the SAVE Act to large, must-pass bills.
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David Hearn, a former Olympic canoe racer, was charged with a felony for damaging the Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Hearn tore up a protective sealant on the pool, causing over $1,000 in damage.
Key Facts
David Hearn is a 67-year-old former Olympic canoe athlete from Bethesda, Maryland.
He was indicted on one felony count of property destruction in D.C. court.
Hearn reportedly ripped up a newly installed sealant from the Reflecting Pool's bottom liner.
The damage caused is estimated to be over $1,000.
Authorities said Hearn acted forcefully and was belligerent toward a park employee who told him to stop.
Hearn was detained for five hours by National Guard and Park Police before being released.
Hearn said he only briefly touched the peeled coating after being told to stop.
President Donald Trump mentioned multiple arrests linked to vandalism at the Reflecting Pool during a costly rehabilitation project.
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President Donald Trump took his first official flight on the newly modified Air Force One, a Boeing 747-8 donated by Qatar. Photos from inside the plane show books labeled "Library" on shelves, but it is unclear whether these are real or decorative. The aircraft features new interior design and a different color scheme chosen by President Trump.
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President Trump flew on the new Air Force One for the first time on a trip from Joint Base Andrews to North Dakota.
The plane is a Boeing 747-8, donated by Qatar and modified for presidential use.
Photos from the flight show books on shelves labeled "Library," but it is unknown if they are real or decorative.
The interior includes dark wood, leather seating, and a large screen with the presidential seal.
The plane’s exterior is painted red, white, navy blue, and gold, reflecting the American flag colors selected by President Trump.
Modifications prioritized essential presidential needs over decoration, keeping much of the original layout.
The donated jet is valued at about $400 million.
This new aircraft temporarily replaces the older VC-25A, which has served as Air Force One for decades.
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