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House Democrats are trying to force a vote to permanently block a $1.8 billion fund tied to President Donald Trump that was meant to fight political weaponization. They are using a special procedure called a discharge petition to bring the issue to the House floor despite Republican leaders opposing it.
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Democrats want to stop the Trump administration's $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund permanently.
A discharge petition needs 218 signatures to force a House vote, and eight such petitions have succeeded this session.
The Justice Department canceled the fund recently after backlash from both parties.
Critics, including a federal judge, doubt the fund’s complete end, prompting the new effort.
House Judiciary Committee member Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) introduced the NO CARTE BLANCHE Act to block taxpayer money from funding settlements related to Trump’s IRS case.
The bill also seeks to stop legal immunity deals arranged for Trump, his family, and businesses by acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
The petition was announced on Thursday and will be active on Friday for members to sign.
Some Republicans may hesitate to join because Trump punishes those who oppose him, as seen in the ousting of Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.).
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Recent polls show President Trump’s approval rating is about 20 points lower than his disapproval rating and is going down as voters are unhappy with the economy and the Iran war. At the same time, democratic socialists are gaining support and being compared to the Tea Party movement from the past.
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President Trump’s approval rating is roughly 20 points below his disapproval rating.
Voter dissatisfaction is linked to concerns about the economy and the war with Iran.
Democratic socialists are increasing their influence in politics.
Some people compare democratic socialists to the Tea Party movement on the left side of politics.
The discussion includes insights from Bill Sammon, senior vice president of editorial content at The Hill.
Scott, director of data science at Decision Desk HQ, is also part of the discussion.
The topic is part of a live conversation hosted by The Hill.
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James Carville, a Democratic strategist, said he would not include Darializa Avila Chevalier, the Democratic candidate for New York’s 13th Congressional District, in the House Democratic caucus if she wins. He said her political views do not align with those of the Democratic Party.
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James Carville is a strategist for the Democratic Party.
Darializa Avila Chevalier is the Democratic nominee for New York’s 13th Congressional District.
Carville said he would not seat Avila Chevalier in the House Democratic caucus if she wins.
The House Democratic caucus is a group of elected members who share the party’s goals and policies.
Carville said Avila Chevalier’s views are very different from those of other Democrats.
He emphasized that the Democratic Party supports pluralism, which means accepting different opinions.
Carville’s comments suggest a disagreement within the Democratic Party about Avila Chevalier’s place in the group.
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A 33-year-old woman fell 120 feet while hiking on Mount Larrabee in Washington state. The U.S. Coast Guard rescued her by helicopter and took her to medical help because her injuries stopped her from walking down on her own.
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The woman fell down a steep gully on the south side of Mount Larrabee near the Canadian border.
She was seriously injured and could not descend the mountain by herself.
Washington state emergency officials asked the U.S. Coast Guard for help.
The Coast Guard helicopter crew searched for 40 minutes and rescued her using a hoist.
The rescue happened around 8:40 p.m. Pacific Time before nightfall.
She was flown to Bellingham Airport, where emergency medical teams were ready.
Teams from the Coast Guard, local fire departments, and search and rescue worked together on the mission.
The hiking group helped during the rescue because they had survival training and safety gear.
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The United States will celebrate its 250th Independence Day on July 4. A news organization is asking people born on July 4 to share how having a birthday on this date affects their identity and feelings about being American.
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The U.S. will mark 250 years of independence on July 4.
Some Americans were born on July 4, sharing the date with Independence Day.
A news outlet is collecting stories from people born on July 4.
They want to know how sharing a birthday with the U.S. anniversary influences their sense of identity.
People can submit their experiences anonymously if they want.
The form is encrypted to keep responses secure.
Contributors may be contacted for more details but their information is protected.
The goal is to use these stories in a feature about the 250th anniversary.
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The United States is celebrating 250 years since its independence on July 4, with events in Washington DC led by President Donald Trump. The anniversary comes during a time of political tensions, both within the country and in its international relations, and a survey is open for Americans to share their feelings about the nation's future.
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The U.S. marks 250 years of independence on July 4, 2026.
Celebrations in Washington DC are overseen by President Donald Trump.
Events are planned across the National Mall to commemorate this milestone.
The country is experiencing political tensions and concerns about political violence.
Internationally, the Trump administration has shifted away from some European allies and is managing tensions in the Middle East.
Civil rights groups have expressed worry about crackdowns on free speech and marginalized communities.
The Guardian has created a secure, encrypted survey to collect Americans’ views on the nation’s future.
Respondents can share their thoughts anonymously and upload photos if they wish.
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President Donald Trump canceled the event to sign a housing affordability bill that was supported by both Republicans and Democrats. He said Congress should pass a voter ID bill called the SAVE Act before he signs the housing bill.
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President Trump canceled the signing ceremony for a bipartisan housing bill.
The housing bill aims to make housing more affordable for Americans.
Both Democrats and Republicans support the housing bill.
President Trump wants Congress to pass the SAVE Act, a voter identification bill, first.
The SAVE Act requires voters to show identification when voting.
Massachusetts Democratic Rep. Stephen Lynch spoke about how the housing bill would help people.
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The Pentagon has restarted the rule that all military boot camp recruits must get a flu shot. This decision follows a flu outbreak at the Air Force boot camp in Lackland, Texas, where nearly 300 people became sick.
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The flu shot was made optional for military recruits in April by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
The flu vaccine requirement is now mandatory again for all new recruits across military branches.
The outbreak at Lackland Air Force Base sickened about 275 people over three weeks.
Only 40% of recruits got the flu vaccine when it became optional.
The base trains around 700 new recruits every week in close living and working conditions.
The decision to restore the vaccine mandate was planned before the outbreak occurred.
Army, Navy, Air Force, NSA, and Defense Health Agency requested permission to require the vaccine.
Advocacy groups welcome the return of mandatory flu shots, saying it will protect troops and save lives.
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Senate Republicans voted against a measure to limit President Trump’s war powers concerning Iran after he criticized senators who opposed his plan. The vote was close, and some senators who earlier opposed the president changed their votes after private briefings.
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Senate Republicans rejected a war powers resolution to limit President Trump’s actions in Iran by a vote of 47-50-1.
President Trump criticized Republican senators who voted against his war plans during a heated lunch meeting.
Senator Bill Cassidy argued with Trump after the president questioned why anyone would support the War Powers Act.
After a White House briefing from Trump’s allies, Cassidy voted against a similar war powers measure.
Senator Rand Paul voted “present” to give President Trump more space to negotiate peace.
The rejected measure was similar to another war powers resolution passed by the House but had no strong legal power.
Senate majority leader John Thune said President Trump was pleased with the vote outcome.
The Senate adjourned for a two-week recess shortly after the vote.
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DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin is speaking to a House committee about how the Department of Homeland Security is working. This meeting happens after disagreements between immigration officers and states about how President Trump’s deportation policies are being carried out. Recently, a federal judge stopped the administration from taking some actions.
Key Facts
Markwayne Mullin is the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.
He is testifying before a House Appropriations Committee panel.
The hearing focuses on oversight of the DHS.
There have been disagreements between federal immigration officers and state governments.
These disagreements relate to the enforcement of President Trump’s deportation policies.
A federal judge recently blocked the administration from carrying out certain actions related to immigration.
The situation has caused months of conflict and debate.
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said that voters are tired of traditional politics. In recent Democratic primaries, candidates supported by Mamdani, who identifies as democratic socialists, won several important races by defeating current officeholders.
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Mayor Zohran Mamdani is from New York City and a member of the Democratic Party.
Voters showed frustration with "status quo politics" in recent Democratic primaries.
Three candidates backed by Mamdani won Democratic primary races for U.S. House seats.
Six candidates supported by Mamdani won Democratic primaries for New York State Assembly seats.
Most of these winners defeated incumbents, meaning current lawmakers lost their races.
Mamdani identifies with democratic socialism, a political viewpoint that focuses on social and economic reforms.
The wins suggest a shift in voter preference toward more progressive candidates in New York.
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Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania responded to comedian Larry David’s criticism of a UFC event held at the White House. Fetterman told TMZ to “lighten up” in reaction to David calling the event embarrassing.
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The UFC fights were held at the White House.
Larry David called the UFC event embarrassing.
Senator John Fetterman mocked Larry David’s comment.
Fetterman used the phrase “lighten up, Francis” in response.
The exchange took place during an interview with TMZ’s Jacob Wasserman.
Fetterman is a Democrat representing Pennsylvania.
The article centers on reactions to the UFC event at the White House.
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Some congressional Democrats have criticized President Trump's peace plan with Iran. They say Trump should not have started the war but also do not support his agreement that aims to end the conflict.
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President Trump proposed a peace initiative with Iran.
Many Democrats in Congress have mixed reactions to this plan.
They agree Trump should not have started military actions against Iran.
Despite this, they often oppose the peace agreement Trump made.
The memorandum of understanding is meant to create a way to end the war.
The disagreement shows division among politicians about how to handle Iran.
The article suggests these political moves might not work well for the Democrats.
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In May, the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure rose to the highest level in three years, mainly due to higher gas prices. Consumer prices increased 4.1% compared to a year ago, which could create challenges for President Donald Trump and his party as midterm elections approach.
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Inflation in May rose 4.1% from a year earlier, the largest annual increase since April 2023.
On a monthly basis, consumer prices went up 0.4% in May, the same as April and down from 0.7% in March.
The inflation increase was mainly driven by higher gas prices and costly computer parts used for AI technology.
The Federal Reserve has kept interest rates steady this year to fight inflation but may raise rates later.
Core inflation, which excludes energy and food, rose 3.4% in May compared to last year.
Consumer spending grew 0.3% in May after adjusting for inflation.
Inflation has been above the Fed’s 2% goal for over five years, causing concern for many Americans.
Gas prices averaged nearly $4.50 per gallon last month, falling to about $3.92 recently but still 20% higher than last year.
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President Donald Trump held a rally on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., to start the celebrations for America's 250th birthday. The event included military flyovers, music from military bands, and a performance of "God Bless the USA."
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The rally took place on the night of June 24, 2026.
It marked the beginning of the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations.
The location was the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
The event featured flyovers by stealth bombers.
Military bands performed music during the rally.
Singer Lee Greenwood performed the song “God Bless the USA.”
The event had a campaign-style atmosphere.
The president’s goal was to energize public interest during the celebration.
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Christopher Phelan, chosen by President Trump to lead the White House Council of Economic Advisers, will have a confirmation hearing before the Senate committee. If the Senate approves, he will take over from Stephen Miran, who resigned.
Key Facts
Christopher Phelan is President Trump’s nominee for the head of the Council of Economic Advisers.
The Council of Economic Advisers gives the president advice on the economy.
Phelan will testify before the Senate Housing, Banking and Urban Affairs Committee.
The hearing is scheduled for Thursday morning.
If confirmed, Phelan will replace Stephen Miran, the previous council leader.
Stephen Miran stepped down from the position recently.
Phelan was a professor at the University of Minnesota before the nomination.
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President Donald Trump faced strong criticism from some Republican lawmakers over his handling of the Iran war during a private meeting. The disagreement included a heated argument with Senator Bill Cassidy and shows increasing unhappiness with Trump among certain Republicans.
Key Facts
President Trump met privately with fellow Republicans to discuss the Iran war.
Some Republicans expressed strong concerns about Trump's actions related to the conflict.
A shouting match occurred between President Trump and Senator Bill Cassidy during the meeting.
The event suggests growing dissatisfaction with President Trump within parts of the Republican Party.
The meeting was not open to the public, and details came from news reports.
The disagreement highlights tensions in the Republican Party over foreign policy decisions.
The criticism is part of wider debates on how the U.S. should handle the situation in Iran.
This is one example of political challenges President Trump faces within his own party.
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A new California bill called the Thrive Act aims to provide mental health care to young people under 25 who survive or are affected by gun violence. The bill would create pilot programs offering counseling and support services to help these youth heal from trauma, regardless of their immigration status.
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Marvin Pérez, a gun violence survivor in Oakland, struggled with mental health after being shot and later found help from a local nonprofit.
The Thrive Act would offer mental health services to youth who have been shot, lost a family member to gun violence, or witnessed shootings.
About 60% of young gun violence survivors in the U.S. do not receive mental health care after their injuries.
The bill focuses on counties with high gun violence, including Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Solano, and Alameda.
It was inspired partly by a deadly mass shooting at a child’s birthday party in Stockton, California.
Supporters say the bill could help prevent cycles of violence by giving survivors healthier ways to cope.
Firearm violence is still the top cause of death for children and teens in the United States.
The bill is sponsored by California assemblymembers and gun violence intervention groups aiming to improve access to trauma care.
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The article discusses how politicians Massie and Greene represent some conservative voters who feel unhappy with President Donald Trump and do not fully support the MAGA movement.
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Massie and Greene are political figures associated with conservatism.
Some conservative voters feel disappointed with President Trump.
These voters are different from strong supporters of the MAGA movement.
Massie and Greene's positions may show a path for conservatism beyond Trumpism.
The article highlights divisions within the conservative voter base related to President Trump and MAGA.
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For the 250th birthday of the United States, CBS News collected opinions from 90 notable Americans about the most important songs in American history. These contributors named 250 songs they believe are essential to understanding the country’s culture and history.
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The project celebrates the United States’ 250th anniversary.
CBS News asked 90 well-known Americans to participate.
Contributors included people like Jason Alexander, Ken Burns, and Misty Copeland.
Each person selected songs they thought were essential to American culture.
In total, 250 songs were chosen.
The list is called the Essential American Songbook.
The project was shared on CBS News and the CBS News app.
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