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In 1987, Selonia Reed was murdered and sexually assaulted in Louisiana. Her 6-year-old son, Reggie, only remembers fragments of that night and has since written a memoir about his experience. Police believe she was killed elsewhere, then her body was moved to a car near her home.
Key Facts
Selonia Reed was 26 years old when she was killed on August 22, 1987.
She was stabbed 16 times and sexually assaulted.
Her body was found in her car near the John's Curb Market, about 1.5 miles from her house.
The murder likely happened in a different place than where her body was found because there was little blood in the car.
A white substance was found on her body, but any possible message was unreadable due to the heat.
Police collected evidence including a Winston cigarette butt and a screwdriver found near the crime scene.
Reggie Reed, her son, was 6 years old at the time and has written a memoir about losing his mother.
Investigators never found eyewitnesses or the murder weapon tied directly to the crime.
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Rep. Julia Letlow won the Republican Senate runoff race in Louisiana, defeating John Fleming. Letlow had strong support from President Donald Trump, which helped her campaign.
Key Facts
Julia Letlow won about 55% of the vote in the GOP Senate runoff.
John Fleming received about 45% of the vote.
Letlow led the May 16 primary with 45%, Fleming had 28%, and incumbent Sen. Bill Cassidy trailed with 25%.
Cassidy was voted out after supporting Trump's conviction following the January 6 events.
Letlow rose to office in 2021 after winning a special election following her husband’s death from COVID-19.
Fleming is a physician and former congressman who worked in Trump’s first administration but did not get Trump’s endorsement.
President Trump campaigned for Letlow through social media and a telerally but did not visit Louisiana.
The runoff had less voter motivation since the main opponent, Cassidy, was no longer in the race.
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Rep. Julia Letlow, supported by President Donald Trump, is expected to win the Republican runoff election for the U.S. Senate seat in Louisiana. She is competing against Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming after no candidate received a majority in the primary election.
Key Facts
Julia Letlow is a Republican representative from Louisiana.
President Donald Trump has publicly endorsed Letlow.
The runoff election is to fill the Senate seat won by Bill Cassidy, who is leaving.
The primary was held on May 16 and included four candidates: Letlow, Fleming, Cassidy, and Mark Spencer.
No candidate got more than 50% in the primary, requiring a runoff between Letlow and Fleming.
Decision Desk HQ projects that Letlow will win the runoff.
John Fleming is the current Louisiana State Treasurer and Letlow’s opponent in the runoff.
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Andy Burnham, a Member of Parliament and likely Labour leadership candidate, credits his former English teacher Stephen Harrington for encouraging him to believe in himself and apply to Cambridge University. Burnham was hesitant at first because of his working-class background but went on to study English Literature and pursue a political career.
Key Facts
Stephen Harrington was Andy Burnham’s English teacher in the 1980s at St Aelred's Catholic High School in Merseyside.
Burnham was reluctant to apply to Cambridge University because he felt it was not a place for someone from his background.
Harrington encouraged Burnham by providing extra materials on poet Tony Harrison, whose work resonated with Burnham’s experiences.
Burnham eventually studied English Literature at Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge, and graduated with a 2:1 degree.
Burnham grew up in Culcheth, Cheshire, and was a cricket player for Lancashire Schoolboys.
Burnham returned recently to Westminster as MP for Makerfield after a by-election.
Following Sir Keir Starmer’s decision to step down, Burnham is currently the only candidate in the Labour Party leadership race.
Harrington and Burnham’s story highlights the impact of encouragement and social class on educational choices.
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Heavy rain caused severe flooding in parts of Kentucky over the weekend, resulting in at least four deaths. Governor Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency as rain and flash floods continue, with rescue teams actively working in affected areas.
Key Facts
Four people died due to flooding in Kentucky, with three deaths in Madison County and one in Jackson County.
Two of the fatalities in Madison County were at a home in Richmond; the third was a man swept away in his vehicle.
Governor Beshear declared a state of emergency in Kentucky due to ongoing heavy rain and flooding.
Some areas of Kentucky were forecast to receive up to 7 inches of rain.
Emergency teams conducted multiple water rescues from vehicles and homes.
The National Weather Service issued flash flood warnings for Kentucky and Indiana.
Parts of southwestern Indiana had already received 4 to 10 inches of rain.
The flooding event is ongoing, with heavy rain expected to continue through Saturday night.
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Vice-President JD Vance said the US will win “either way” in its conflict with Iran, whether a final deal is made or not, because Iran’s nuclear program and power are reduced. President Donald Trump warned that if diplomacy fails, the US might take stronger military action against Iran, which could lead to the end of the Iranian regime.
Key Facts
JD Vance stated that even without a final deal, Iran’s nuclear program is weakened and the US benefits.
The ceasefire between the US and Iran is weak, and both sides exchanged military strikes near the Strait of Hormuz recently.
President Trump posted that the US might have to complete its military mission in Iran, which he said could result in Iran no longer existing as a country.
The US military struck multiple Iranian targets, including military surveillance and drone facilities, in response to Iranian attacks on commercial shipping.
A federal appeals court blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to roll back a rule limiting dangerous soot pollution.
President Trump plans to nominate Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma State Trooper and Marine, as the next director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Trump mentioned his political success in Oklahoma, where Schroyer has law enforcement experience, as part of his nomination announcement.
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Historian Anthony Cohen is retracing a 750-mile route of the Underground Railroad to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States. He is walking from Maryland to Toronto to teach people about the history of enslaved people seeking freedom through this secret network.
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Anthony Cohen is a 62-year-old historian from Maryland.
The Underground Railroad was a secret path used by enslaved people escaping to freedom, often reaching Canada.
Cohen previously traveled this route in 1996 and now leads the Menare Foundation to educate about the Underground Railroad.
For the 250th anniversary, he chose a route called the "Freedom Walk" from Sandy Spring, Maryland, to Toronto, Canada.
The journey passes through Delaware, New Jersey, and New York, mostly on foot, sometimes using trains.
The Menare Foundation shared Cohen’s stops publicly to encourage people to learn about the history.
The Harriet Tubman Journey to Freedom statue is traveling with Cohen on the walk.
Tom DeWolf, a descendant of a slave-trading family, joined Cohen to speak about this history and try to create a new legacy.
Cohen plans to reach Toronto and finish the walk on July 4, the date of America’s 250th birthday.
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Investigators found the remains of 117 dead dogs, many shot with bullets, at Miranda's Rescue Animal Sanctuary in northern California. The shelter, which claimed to be "no-kill," is under investigation for animal cruelty, fraud, and other possible crimes, but no charges have been filed yet.
Key Facts
The remains of 117 dogs were found decomposing on the grounds of Miranda's Rescue Animal Sanctuary.
Many of the dogs had gunshot wounds confirmed by X-rays.
The shelter had taken in about 900 animals since early 2025 but only recorded 116 adoptions.
Over 700 animals cared for by the shelter were unaccounted for.
Authorities found hundreds of dog collars, 21 dog skulls, other bones, and six loose microchips on the property.
The investigation began in April after a neighbor reported digging up buried animals.
The rescue’s owner, Shannon Miranda, denies wrongdoing and says the shelter only euthanizes animals in rare cases involving suffering or safety risks.
The sheriff’s office continues to analyze evidence and has not yet filed charges but will if sufficient proof of crimes is found.
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California State Senator Scott Wiener, who is running to replace House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, said he faced harassment and threats at a transgender rights march in San Francisco. The incident happened while he was walking through Dolores Park during the event.
Key Facts
Scott Wiener is a Democratic state senator in California.
He is a candidate to succeed Nancy Pelosi in Congress.
Pelosi currently serves as House Speaker and represents a San Francisco district.
Wiener attended a march supporting transgender rights in San Francisco.
He reported being harassed, threatened, and physically intimidated at the march.
The incident occurred near Dolores Park, a well-known public space.
The march took place the day before Wiener's statement on Saturday.
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The Liberal Democrats admitted they unlawfully discriminated against David Campanale, a former BBC journalist, by deselecting him as their candidate because of his Christian beliefs before the 2024 election. A court is now deciding what compensation Campanale should receive, and the party faces calls for an independent investigation into the incident.
Key Facts
David Campanale was initially chosen to run for Parliament in Sutton and Cheam but was removed before the 2024 election due to his religion.
The Liberal Democrats admitted the discrimination was unlawful under the Equality Act, which protects religious beliefs.
Campanale said party members mocked and abused him because of his Christian views.
He was also told not to campaign in certain areas where activists opposed his beliefs.
The Liberal Democrat Christian Forum wants an independent inquiry into the deselection.
Former Liberal Democrat leader Tim Farron called for steps to prevent such discrimination in the future.
The party’s complaints process is under scrutiny, with demands for quicker and independent reviews of discrimination claims.
The party has faced similar discrimination claims before, including a £14,000 payment to another former candidate over gender-critical views.
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A judge in Alaska ruled that a man with the same name and party as U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan can run against him in the August primary election. This decision reversed an earlier choice by election officials to remove the challenger from the ballot.
Key Facts
The challenger shares the same name as Senator Dan Sullivan.
Both the senator and the challenger are Republicans.
Alaska Superior Court Judge Thomas Matthews made the ruling.
The ruling allows the challenger to appear on the primary ballot in August.
The previous decision to disqualify the challenger was made by Carol Beecher, Director of Alaska's Division of Elections.
Judge Matthews' decision can still be appealed to the Alaska Supreme Court.
The case involves Alaska’s primary election process and ballot eligibility rules.
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Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency after heavy rain caused deadly flash floods, killing at least four people and causing evacuations. Emergency crews are conducting water rescues as more rain is expected, increasing the risk of further flooding.
Key Facts
At least four people died in flash floods in Kentucky, including one motorist swept away by floodwaters.
The flooding was caused by heavy rain, with some areas receiving up to 10 inches of rain.
Governor Beshear declared a statewide emergency and urged people to avoid roads.
Multiple counties and the city of Richmond declared localized emergencies due to rising floodwaters.
Emergency teams, including swift-water rescue units and state police, are aiding stranded residents.
A dam failure in Bullitt County led to a community-wide evacuation.
Shelters have opened statewide to help displaced families with food and clothing.
More heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecasted, with up to 6 more inches expected in some areas.
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President Donald Trump supports Julia Letlow in the Republican Senate runoff election in Louisiana. Letlow and John Fleming are competing to win the GOP nomination after defeating Senator Bill Cassidy in the primary.
Key Facts
Julia Letlow is endorsed by President Donald Trump for the U.S. Senate race in Louisiana.
Letlow and John Fleming are in a runoff election for the Republican nomination.
They beat Senator Bill Cassidy in the May 16 primary election.
President Trump criticized Senator Cassidy because Cassidy voted to convict Trump in his 2021 impeachment trial.
The runoff election is scheduled for Saturday.
President Trump aims to replace Republicans who opposed him with candidates loyal to him.
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Chuck Todd, a political analyst, said that President Trump’s criticism of Republican Senator Lisa Murkowski may push her closer to the Democrats. This could reduce the number of Senate seats Democrats need to take control from four to three.
Key Facts
President Trump criticized GOP Senator Lisa Murkowski from Alaska.
Chuck Todd believes this criticism may isolate some Republicans.
Murkowski could work more with Democrats as a result.
If Murkowski moves closer to Democrats, they might need fewer seats to control the Senate.
The number of seats Democrats need could drop from four to three.
This situation affects party control in the U.S. Senate.
Chuck Todd made these comments on a Friday.
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A judge ruled that a man named Dan J. Sullivan, who shares the same name and Republican party as Alaska Senator Dan Sullivan, can appear on the August primary ballot. The state election officials had tried to disqualify him, saying his run was not serious and meant to confuse voters, but the judge found no legal basis for that decision.
Key Facts
Dan J. Sullivan, a retired teacher from Petersburg, Alaska, filed to challenge incumbent Senator Dan Sullivan in the Republican primary.
Alaska’s Division of Elections tried to keep the challenger off the ballot, claiming his candidacy was not made in good faith.
Superior Court Judge Thomas Matthews ruled this claim was not supported by Alaska law or the Constitution and allowed the challenger on the ballot.
The state plans to appeal this decision to the Alaska Supreme Court before the August 18 primary.
The primary allows the top four candidates, regardless of party, to advance to a ranked-choice general election.
Senator Dan Sullivan and his allies argue that the challenger’s presence could confuse voters and benefit his main opponent, Democrat Mary Peltola.
Peltola and the challenger deny any coordination or intention to mislead voters.
Lieutenant Governor Nancy Dahlstrom opened an investigation into the challenger’s candidacy.
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President Donald Trump nominated Lance Schroyer, a law enforcement officer from Oklahoma, to be the new director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Schroyer has 29 years of experience in law enforcement and currently works as a senior advisor to the Secretary of Homeland Security.
Key Facts
Lance Schroyer served 29 years in law enforcement, including as an Oklahoma State Trooper.
Schroyer is also a former U.S. Marine.
President Trump announced Schroyer’s nomination to lead ICE.
David Venturella is currently acting ICE director after Todd Lyons resigned in May 2026.
ICE has not had a Senate-confirmed director since 2017.
Todd Lyons left to spend more time with his family.
ICE has faced criticism over its tactics, including allegations of racial profiling and aggressive actions.
Schroyer is expected to continue enforcing the administration’s policy on undocumented immigrants.
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President Donald Trump announced he will nominate Lance Schroyer as the next director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Schroyer has over 29 years of law enforcement experience and is expected to lead ICE’s efforts to arrest and deport undocumented immigrants.
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Lance Schroyer has more than 29 years of law enforcement experience in Oklahoma.
He is a former Oklahoma State Trooper and a United States Marine.
Schroyer worked with the 287g program, which allows local law enforcement to assist ICE with immigration enforcement.
President Trump and Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin asked the Senate to quickly confirm Schroyer.
ICE has not had a Senate-confirmed director since early 2017.
President Trump prioritizes strong immigration enforcement, focusing on detaining and deporting illegal immigrants.
Rights groups have raised concerns about ICE’s actions violating civil liberties.
ICE agents were involved in fatal shootings of two U.S. citizens in Minnesota, which led to protests.
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Voters in Louisiana are choosing between Julia Letlow and John Fleming in a Republican runoff for the U.S. Senate seat after Senator Bill Cassidy was eliminated in the May primary. Neither Letlow nor Fleming got more than half the votes in the first round, so they face off in this runoff election.
Key Facts
The runoff election is for a U.S. Senate seat in Louisiana.
Senator Bill Cassidy, the current senator, finished third in the initial primary and was eliminated.
Julia Letlow, a Republican congresswoman, is one of the runoff candidates.
John Fleming, Louisiana's state treasurer, is the other runoff candidate.
The runoff occurs because no candidate got more than 50% of the vote in the first primary.
Voters are deciding which candidate will represent the Republican Party in the Senate seat race.
The election is taking place on a Saturday.
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President Donald Trump is focusing on passing the SAVE America Act, a voting-related bill. This focus may hurt Republicans in upcoming elections because voters are more concerned about affordability issues.
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President Trump is pushing the SAVE America Act, which relates to voting rules.
The Republican Party faces challenges because voters care more about the cost of living.
Trump's attention on the voting bill has caused surprise in Washington.
The midterm elections are approaching, and Republicans worry about their chances.
There is disagreement within the GOP about the best way to address voter and affordability concerns.
The article suggests this focus could cause difficulties for the party with everyday voters.
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