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Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro expressed that he strongly disagrees with Darializa Avila Chevalier, a democratic socialist who recently won a House primary in New York by defeating a long-term incumbent. This highlights growing disagreements within the Democratic Party as the midterm elections approach.
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Governor Josh Shapiro is a Democrat from Pennsylvania.
Darializa Avila Chevalier is a democratic socialist.
Chevalier won a New York House primary election.
She defeated Adriano Espaillat, a five-term representative and leader of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus.
Shapiro stated he has “profound differences” with Chevalier’s political views.
These differences show divisions within the Democratic Party.
The announcement came just days before the midterm elections.
The primary race reflects a shift toward more progressive candidates in some areas.
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The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) plans to screen about 18.7 million air travelers from June 30 to July 6. This period includes the busy July 4 holiday weekend when many people travel by air.
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TSA expects to screen nearly 19 million air travelers over seven days.
The dates covered are June 30 through July 6.
This timeframe includes the July 4 holiday weekend.
The TSA is responsible for airport security screening.
Air travel usually increases during holiday periods.
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John Bolton, who was National Security Adviser under President Donald Trump, pleaded guilty to illegally keeping classified national defense documents. He agreed to a plea deal that might help him avoid prison, with sentencing set for October 28, 2026.
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John Bolton served as National Security Adviser during President Trump's first term.
Bolton was charged with 18 counts related to keeping or sharing classified information.
He pleaded guilty to one count of illegally retaining classified information.
Prosecutors and Bolton agreed to a plea deal recommending no more than five years in prison.
The sentencing judge can ignore the plea deal’s sentencing limits.
Bolton can cancel his guilty plea if he faces a prison term longer than five years or a fine over $2.25 million.
FBI agents searched Bolton’s home and office in August 2025 during the investigation.
The case partly focuses on Bolton sharing classified notes with his family while writing a memoir critical of President Trump.
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The article discusses concerns about the Queensland government's recent actions that echo policies from the era of former Premier Joh Bjelke-Petersen, who was known for his strict and repressive leadership. Indigenous leaders and supporters fear the government is reducing support and programs for Indigenous communities, drawing comparisons to past repressive measures. Some current laws and government projects have raised worries about limiting protests and reducing Indigenous rights.
Key Facts
A protest against a new Olympic stadium in Brisbane featured a sign saying “I Preferred Joh,” referencing former Premier Joh Bjelke-Petersen.
Indigenous elder Aunty Sandra King and barrister Joshua Creamer say the Queensland government is cutting Indigenous programs and removing Indigenous voices from policies.
Programs like Murri Watch, which assist Indigenous children in watch houses, have been defunded.
The government plans to challenge all native title claims, which relate to Indigenous land rights.
Critics compare new laws on crime, transgender healthcare, and protests to suppression tactics used during Bjelke-Petersen’s time.
The government exempted its Olympic stadium project from 15 state laws, similar to past controversial government acquisitions.
Scholars note that Indigenous rights were often targeted during Bjelke-Petersen’s government, and worry similar patterns are re-emerging.
The government’s focus on popular voter concerns like crime and cost of living influences its decisions on social and Indigenous policies.
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The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act has passed both the House and Senate with support from both political parties. It now waits for President Donald Trump’s signature to become law and aims to increase the number of affordable homes.
Key Facts
The bill is called the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act.
It has passed Congress with bipartisan support, meaning both major parties agreed on it.
The law aims to increase the supply of affordable housing.
It is currently waiting for President Trump to sign it.
The bill could help cities prepare for changes in housing needs.
It is intended to make housing more affordable for many people.
Once signed by the president, it will become official law.
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Journalists Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan discuss their new book about President Donald Trump's second term. They describe this presidency as a very different way of leading the United States.
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Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan are journalists from the New York Times.
They wrote a book called "Regime Change: Inside the Imperial Presidency of Donald Trump."
The book focuses on President Trump’s second term in office.
They say President Trump's second term shows a new and different approach to the U.S. presidency.
Their discussion took place on the CBS Mornings program.
The book explores what they call the "imperial presidency," meaning strong or expanded presidential power.
The interview is available to watch on the CBS News app and website.
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The TV show "CBS News Sunday Morning" is airing a special program about America's 250th birthday. It features stories about important American songs, the Founding Fathers, and the history of Route 66, highlighting American culture and history.
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"CBS News Sunday Morning" airs Sundays at 9:00 a.m. Eastern on CBS and streams later on the CBS News app.
The show hosted by Jane Pauley features a special called "These United States - America at 250" celebrating the U.S. semiquincentennial (250 years).
A list of 250 essential American songs was created by artists, writers, and community leaders to represent the country’s musical history.
The Founding Fathers, including Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin, are discussed in relation to their impact on American government and equality.
Experts like Danielle Allen and Allen Guelzo provide insights on the Declaration of Independence and its modern relevance.
The historic Route 66, known as the "Mother Road," celebrates its 100th anniversary and remains a symbol of American travel and culture.
The episode includes archival footage from 1991 about Route 66 to show its historic significance.
Musicologist Nate Sloan contributes to the coverage of American music’s role in defining the nation.
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John Bolton, who was national security adviser in President Donald Trump’s first administration, pleaded guilty to illegally keeping classified information. He agreed to a deal with prosecutors that might let him avoid prison, with sentencing set for October 28 in Maryland.
Key Facts
John Bolton pleaded guilty to one count of illegally retaining classified information.
The plea deal suggests his prison time could be capped at five years, but the judge can decide a different sentence.
Bolton can take back his guilty plea if the judge sentences him to more than five years in prison or fines him over $2.25 million.
He was originally charged last October with 18 counts related to keeping or sharing classified materials.
The case involves diary-like notes he shared with family while writing a memoir about his government career.
FBI agents searched Bolton’s Maryland home and Washington office in August; the investigation started before Trump’s 2025 presidential term began.
Bolton served about a year under President Trump before leaving in 2019 and later wrote a critical book about Trump’s leadership.
The government tried to stop Bolton’s book release, arguing it had classified content, but was unsuccessful.
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Three finalists are being considered to lead the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA): White House aide Heidi Overton, doctor Jeffrey Vacirca, and Pentagon health official Stephen Ferrara. President Donald Trump will choose a nominee who will need Senate approval before taking charge of the agency.
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The candidates are Heidi Overton, Jeffrey Vacirca, and Stephen Ferrara.
Heidi Overton works at the White House Domestic Policy Council and was involved with the America First Policy Institute.
Jeffrey Vacirca is the CEO of New York Cancer & Blood Specialists and former president of the Community Oncology Alliance.
Stephen Ferrara works at the Pentagon and has military and CIA medical experience.
The FDA needs new leadership to improve industry relationships and hire staff after the last commissioner left.
Some sources favor Ferrara for the job due to his management experience.
Concerns exist that Overton could cause further instability based on her connection to the previous commissioner.
The final decision and announcement timing are not yet known.
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John Bolton, former national security adviser to President Trump, pleaded guilty to illegally keeping classified documents. He admitted to one charge and agreed to pay a fine, do community service, and cooperate with authorities before his sentencing in October.
Key Facts
Bolton was indicted on 18 counts of mishandling classified information but pleaded guilty to one charge.
The documents included diary entries with top secret national defense information.
Bolton faces up to five years in prison and must pay a $2.25 million fine.
He will also do 100 hours of community service and help officials understand the classified material he kept.
Bolton admitted in court that he sent sensitive diary entries to family members.
He wrote a 2020 book that revealed parts of his time under President Trump, which led to a lawsuit over classified content.
Prosecutors said Bolton understood the risks of mishandling classified information but ignored the rules.
Bolton was fired by President Trump in 2019 and has since criticized him publicly.
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Four elected officials in Avenal, California, were removed by voters in an April recall election but have refused to leave office. The dispute has led to a court case to decide whether the officials can legally stay after a recall, with local authorities warning of possible legal action if they continue acting in their official roles.
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Avenal is a city in Kings County, California, with about 13,000 people.
In April, voters recalled Mayor Alvaro Preciado and three city council members with over 73% support.
The recall focused on concerns about government transparency and fire protection issues.
The city lost its previous fire service contract in March 2026, causing safety concerns.
Despite the recall results, three officials voted to reject the election outcome in June, claiming it was invalid.
The dispute led to a tense city council meeting on June 18, where residents protested and some walked out.
Kings County District Attorney and Sheriff warned the recalled officials about legal consequences if they keep acting in office.
The California Attorney General authorized a court lawsuit to decide if the officials must leave office.
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The U.S. Supreme Court is set to decide on several major cases involving President Donald Trump's policy goals. These cases include birthright citizenship, transgender athletes in school sports, and mail-in voting, with rulings expected by late June or early July.
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The Supreme Court is expected to release important decisions impacting immigration, civil rights, and election rules this term.
One key case challenges the constitutional guarantee of birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment.
President Trump has issued an executive order aimed at limiting birthright citizenship for some children born in the U.S.
Lower courts have blocked Trump’s birthright citizenship policy, calling it likely unconstitutional.
Some conservative Supreme Court justices have expressed doubts about Trump’s immigration order during oral arguments.
Other court decisions this term have at times expanded presidential power, showing a mixed approach to Trump’s agenda.
The outcome of these cases could affect U.S. immigration policy, education laws concerning transgender athletes, and mail-in voting procedures.
The Supreme Court decisions might influence political strategies ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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The US Supreme Court supported a decision by President Donald Trump's administration to end special deportation protections called Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for about 350,000 Haitian and 6,000 Syrian immigrants. This ruling means these migrants can no longer use TPS to avoid deportation and limits their ability to claim asylum in the US.
Key Facts
The Supreme Court ruling allows the Trump administration to end TPS for Haitians and Syrians.
Around 350,000 Haitians and 6,000 Syrians in the US are affected.
TPS is a program that protects people from deportation if their home countries are unsafe.
Ending TPS means these immigrants can now face deportation.
The decision also restricts their ability to claim asylum.
One Supreme Court justice disagreed, noting concerns about racial factors in the decision.
The ruling marks a significant change in US immigration policy under President Trump.
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John Bolton, who was President Donald Trump’s national security adviser, pleaded guilty to unlawfully keeping classified information. The case involves documents he shared with family members for a book he was writing.
Key Facts
John Bolton served as national security adviser during President Trump’s first term.
Bolton pleaded guilty in a Maryland federal court to unlawfully retaining classified information.
The classified documents included notes from intelligence briefings and meetings with government and foreign leaders.
Bolton shared these documents with two relatives for use in a book he was writing.
He had initially pleaded not guilty to 18 charges last year.
The investigation into Bolton started before President Trump returned to office in 2025.
Career federal prosecutors supported the Bolton case.
Bolton is among several political figures investigated by the Department of Justice under President Trump.
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John Bolton, former National Security Adviser under President Donald Trump, pleaded guilty to one count of mishandling classified national security information. He faced 18 counts originally but entered a plea deal in federal court in Maryland, agreeing to forfeit money and perform community service.
Key Facts
Bolton pleaded guilty to one felony count of illegal retention of national security information.
The plea deal limits the government's sentencing request to a maximum of 60 months in prison.
Bolton agreed to forfeit about $2.2 million and lose retirement pay related to his federal service.
He also agreed to complete 100 hours of community service.
Bolton was indicted in October 2025 on 18 counts involving unlawful transmission and retention of classified defense information.
Prosecutors accused him of sending classified documents, some marked “Top Secret,” to his wife and daughter via personal email and messaging apps.
The charge he pleaded guilty to involves keeping classified information in diaries.
Judge Theodore Chuang will decide Bolton’s final sentence.
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John Bolton, who was President Donald Trump’s national security adviser and later became a critic, pleaded guilty to keeping sensitive government documents after leaving the White House. He admitted to one charge of holding national defense information without permission during a court hearing in Maryland.
Key Facts
John Bolton was President Donald Trump’s national security adviser.
Bolton is known as a critic of President Trump.
Bolton pleaded guilty to keeping sensitive or classified documents.
The documents were described as “diary-like” entries.
He pleaded guilty to one count of retaining national defense information.
The guilty plea happened in federal court in Greenbelt, Maryland.
Bolton is 77 years old.
This case is considered important for President Trump’s Justice Department.
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Senator Bill Cassidy said his loud argument with President Trump during a Republican meeting at the Capitol helped him get more information about a possible war with Iran. Cassidy had supported a war powers law on Tuesday but voted against a similar one the next day.
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Senator Bill Cassidy is from Louisiana and is a Republican.
He had a shouting match with President Trump at a GOP luncheon at the Capitol.
Cassidy's goal was to learn more about the situation regarding a possible war with Iran.
On Tuesday, Cassidy supported a war powers resolution.
On Wednesday, he changed his mind and voted against a similar resolution.
The dispute took place during official Republican Party events in Congress.
Cassidy described the shouting match as achieving his mission of gaining information.
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Dominion Voting Systems has dropped its $1.3 billion defamation lawsuit against Mike Lindell, the MyPillow CEO, ending that particular case connected to false claims about the 2020 election. Despite this dismissal, Lindell is still facing other legal challenges and financial penalties while running for governor of Minnesota.
Key Facts
Dominion Voting Systems dismissed its $1.3 billion defamation lawsuit against Mike Lindell in June 2026, closing that case permanently.
The lawsuit related to Lindell’s statements that voting machines were used to change the 2020 election results.
Lindell is also facing a separate defamation case from another voting company, Smartmatic, filed in January 2022.
Courts rejected Lindell’s counterclaims and called parts of them “frivolous,” ordering him to pay legal costs.
Lindell’s lawyers withdrew from the case due to unpaid fees, and he reported having very limited finances.
MyPillow, Lindell’s company, has suffered significant financial losses, including hundreds of millions of dollars.
In 2025, a jury found Lindell liable for defamation and ordered him to pay about $2.3 million.
Lindell continues to dispute the lawsuits while preparing to run for governor of Minnesota.
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Chuck Todd said that Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Majority Leader Hakeem Jeffries might have a hard time winning their party’s primary elections in New York City. This comes after two democratic socialist candidates, supported by New York’s mayor Zohran Mamdani, won their congressional primaries recently.
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Chuck Todd is a former host of the TV show “Meet the Press.”
He spoke about the political situation in New York City on a Thursday.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Majority Leader Hakeem Jeffries are top Democrats in Congress.
Todd said these leaders might lose if they ran in a primary election in New York City now.
Two democratic socialist candidates won congressional primaries in New York State recently.
These new candidates were supported by Zohran Mamdani, the mayor of New York City.
The wins show a rise in influence of progressive and democratic socialist politics in the area.
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Senator Bill Cassidy said President Trump was criticizing senators who supported a resolution related to war powers on Iran during a meeting. Cassidy told the TV program "Face the Nation" that he did not want to be criticized in that way.
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Senator Bill Cassidy is from Louisiana.
Cassidy spoke on the show "Face the Nation."
He said President Trump was "berating" or sharply criticizing senators in a meeting.
The criticism was about a resolution on Iran war powers that some senators supported.
Cassidy said he was not willing to be criticized like that during the meeting.
The comments were reported by CBS News.
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