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Plurality in new polling says prediction market betting on elections should be illegal

June 22, 2026 • The Hill

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A recent Politico poll shows that 44% of people think betting on election results should not be allowed by law. About 30% said it should be legal, and 25% were unsure.

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The poll surveyed 1,167 people.
44% believe betting on elections should be illegal.
30% think it should be legal to bet on elections.
25% of respondents did not have a clear opinion.
The poll was conducted by Politico.

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Former US Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan dies at age 100

June 22, 2026 • Al Jazeera

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Alan Greenspan, former chairman of the US Federal Reserve, has died at age 100 from complications related to Parkinson’s disease. He led the Federal Reserve for over 18 years, overseeing a long period of economic growth, but his policies have also been linked to the 2007–2009 financial crisis.

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Alan Greenspan served as Chairman of the Federal Reserve from 1987 to 2006.
He was appointed by President Ronald Reagan.
Greenspan managed early challenges such as the 1987 stock market crash.
During his leadership, the US experienced a long economic boom starting in 1991.
His tenure included handling the 1997-1998 Asian and Russian financial crises and the dot-com bubble burst in 2000.
After leaving the Fed, the 2007-2009 financial crisis happened, with some blaming policies from Greenspan’s era.
Greenspan admitted he was mistaken to trust that banks could regulate themselves without oversight.
He passed away due to complications from Parkinson’s disease at the age of 100.

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Cornyn: Trump ‘seems to revel in chaos’

June 22, 2026 • The Hill

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Senator John Cornyn from Texas said he does not speak much with President Donald Trump after losing his primary election to a candidate supported by Trump. Cornyn also said that President Trump appears to enjoy creating disorder.

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Senator John Cornyn is a Republican from Texas.
Cornyn lost his primary election to a candidate endorsed by President Trump.
After this loss, Cornyn stopped talking regularly with President Trump.
Cornyn said he finds conversations with the president no longer helpful.
He stated that President Trump seems to take pleasure in causing confusion or chaos.
Cornyn shared these views during an interview with Semafor, a digital news outlet.

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Supreme Court reinstates murder conviction in disappearance of Etan Patz

June 22, 2026 • CBS News

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The U.S. Supreme Court restored the murder conviction of Pedro Hernandez in the 1979 disappearance of 6-year-old Etan Patz. This decision allows Hernandez to continue serving his prison sentence after a federal appeals court had overturned the conviction due to jury instruction issues.

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Etan Patz disappeared in 1979 while walking alone to his school bus stop in New York City.
Pedro Hernandez was convicted of Etan’s murder and kidnapping but had two earlier trials: one ended without a verdict, the other was overturned by an appeals court.
The appeals court reversed Hernandez’s conviction because the judge gave a simple answer to a complicated jury question about confessions.
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that federal courts should not interfere with state court decisions under a law meant to reduce federal review of state criminal cases.
Hernandez confessed during police questioning, but his lawyers say it was a false confession influenced by his mental illness.
Hernandez is 64 years old and has been in prison with a sentence of 25 years to life; he can apply for parole in 2037.
Etan Patz’s case was one of the first to raise public awareness about missing children and inspired National Missing Children’s Day.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg supported the Supreme Court’s reinstatement of the conviction, calling the appeals court’s reasoning weak.

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Advice to help high school graduates navigate college, workforce and more

June 22, 2026 • CBS News

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Journalist Jodi Kantor offers advice to high school graduates who are getting ready to start college or begin working. Her tips help young people plan their careers and manage changes during uncertain times.

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Jodi Kantor is an award-winning journalist.
She provides guidance for high school graduates.
The advice focuses on starting college or entering the workforce.
The tips help graduates launch their careers.
The guidance aims to support young people during uncertain times.
This advice is shared through CBS News.
The content is available via the CBS News app and website.

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Eliminating this crucial intelligence agency would make America less safe

June 22, 2026 • The Hill

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The article argues that removing the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) would weaken the safety of the United States. It says ODNI is important because it coordinates 18 intelligence agencies.

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The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) oversees the U.S. intelligence community.
The intelligence community includes 18 different agencies.
ODNI helps these agencies work together effectively.
Removing ODNI could reduce the country's safety.
ODNI's coordination role is described as necessary.

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Fox News host Mark Levin lashes out at Trump administration over Iran deal

June 22, 2026 • The Hill

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Fox News host Mark Levin criticized the Trump administration for its plan to negotiate a deal to resolve issues with Iran and discuss Iran’s nuclear program. Levin spoke strongly against the administration’s approach during his show, addressing officials involved in the decision.

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Mark Levin is a host on Fox News.
The Trump administration has proposed a tentative agreement to end conflict with Iran.
The agreement includes talks about Iran’s nuclear program.
Levin delivered a 17-minute speech criticizing the administration’s actions.
He addressed officials both inside and outside the current administration.
The disagreement relates to how to handle Iran and nuclear negotiations.

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Citizenship Fees to Jump 75% Under New DHS Proposal

June 22, 2026 • Newsweek

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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) proposed a large increase in the fees to become a U.S. citizen. The new rule removes most fee waivers and discounts, making naturalization more expensive for many applicants.

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The fee to apply for U.S. citizenship (Form N-400) would increase from $760 to $1,330 for paper filings.
The online filing fee for Form N-400 would rise from $710 to $1,280.
The fee for requesting a hearing after a denied application (Form N-336) would increase to $1,475 for paper filings and $1,425 for online filings.
Fee waivers for most applicants, including low-income individuals, would be eliminated except for military service members.
Reduced fees for applicants earning up to 400% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines would end.
DHS said the fees reflect the full costs of processing applications, including new screening requirements.
The public can comment on the proposed rule for 60 days after it is published in the Federal Register.
The change may cause delays and add financial burdens for lawful permanent residents seeking citizenship.

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Immigrants Could Give Americans Clue About Company Layoffs

June 22, 2026 • Newsweek

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A new Republican bill aims to change the H-1B visa system by requiring companies to promise they will not lay off workers in the next year when applying for these visas. This could give American workers an early sign about whether their company plans to reduce jobs, offering more transparency than current laws.

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The bill is introduced by Republican Representative Chip Roy and builds on earlier legislation by Rep. Eli Crane.
It would limit the number of H-1B visas and require companies to certify they have not laid off workers in the past year and do not plan layoffs in the next year.
Employers must also confirm hiring foreign workers will not harm American workers.
This certification aims to provide earlier notice about potential layoffs, before companies officially announce them.
The current main law for layoffs is the WARN Act, which requires a 60-day notice but only after decisions are made.
Unlike WARN, this bill’s certification happens when companies apply for visas, potentially signaling job stability in advance.
Layoffs could still happen later, but violations of the certification could lead to fines of $100,000 per violation and potential hiring bans.
Public can track which companies have applied for H-1B visas through an online government database.

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Alito, Thomas Issue Dissent in Supreme Court Decision Linked to Racial Test

June 22, 2026 • Newsweek

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The U.S. Supreme Court decided not to review a case about when a police encounter becomes a seizure under the Fourth Amendment, leaving in place a Washington, D.C. court ruling that considers a person's race in that decision. Justices Alito and Thomas disagreed, saying this raises important constitutional questions about treating people differently based on race.

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The case is United States v. Donte J. Carter, involving police encounters and the Fourth Amendment protection against unreasonable searches and seizures.
The D.C. Court of Appeals ruled that courts should consider how a reasonable Black person might perceive a police encounter when deciding if a seizure occurred.
This ruling differs from past Supreme Court decisions that use a general "reasonable person" standard without considering race.
The specific incident involved police in D.C. asking Carter if he was armed and adjusting his clothing, leading to the discovery of a stolen gun.
Carter argued he was seized before police had enough suspicion to stop him legally.
The Supreme Court declined to hear the case, leaving the D.C. ruling in place.
Justice Alito, joined by Justice Thomas, dissented, arguing that factoring race into legal standards about seizures conflicts with constitutional principles.
The debate centers on whether the law should consider different experiences of police encounters based on race or keep a uniform standard for all people.

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Democrats want control of Congress, but what will they actually do with it?

June 22, 2026 • The Hill

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The article discusses concerns about the impact President Trump has had on the federal government. It calls on the Democratic Party to explain how they plan to act if they gain control of Congress in January.

Key Facts

The article states that President Trump has caused damage to the federal government.
It suggests the true extent of the damage is not yet fully known.
Repairing this damage will take a long time.
The article urges Democrats to share plans for addressing these issues.
Control of Congress could change in January.
The focus is on what Democrats would do if they take control.

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Etan Patz Update: Supreme Court Reinstates NYC Murder Conviction

June 22, 2026 • Newsweek

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The U.S. Supreme Court reinstated the murder conviction of Pedro Hernandez for the 1979 killing of 6-year-old Etan Patz. The justices ruled 6-3 that a federal appeals court went too far when it overturned Hernandez’s conviction, allowing his 25 years to life sentence to stand.

Key Facts

Pedro Hernandez was convicted in 2017 of murdering Etan Patz, a child who disappeared in 1979.
Hernandez confessed in 2012 to abducting and killing Patz, but his lawyers disputed the reliability of that confession.
Hernandez’s first trial ended in a mistrial in 2015; the second trial led to his conviction.
A federal appeals court overturned the conviction based on how a judge answered jurors’ questions about Hernandez’s confessions.
The Supreme Court ruled that the appeals court exceeded its authority in overturning the conviction.
The ruling means there will be no third trial for Hernandez.
Etan Patz’s case was one of the first to bring national attention to missing children and led to new safety measures.
The Supreme Court decision was 6-3, with three justices dissenting without a written explanation.

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Trump blames alleged vandalism as Reflecting Pool remains green and swamped with issues

June 22, 2026 • CBS News

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President Donald Trump said on social media that damage caused by vandalism has contributed to problems at the Reflecting Pool, including a buildup of algae and peeling paint. The pool remains green and is still experiencing maintenance issues.

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The Reflecting Pool has a buildup of green algae.
The pool's paint is peeling in some areas.
President Trump said vandalism caused some of these problems.
The issues with the Reflecting Pool continue without being fully fixed.
The information came from a social media post by President Trump.
CBS News reported on these statements.

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Federal appeals court blocks CFPB job cuts: Report

June 22, 2026 • The Hill

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A federal appeals court stopped the Trump administration from quickly reducing staff at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). The court sent the case back to the lower District Court for more review.

Key Facts

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit made the decision on a Friday.
The court blocked immediate job cuts at the CFPB by the Trump administration.
The court agreed to return the case to the District Court instead of allowing the job cuts right away.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is a government agency focused on consumer financial issues.
The Trump administration wanted to reduce the number of employees at the CFPB.
The appeals court did not fully reject the administration’s plans but paused their immediate action.
This legal process involves multiple court levels to decide on changes in federal agency staffing.

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A rare disease left a 4-year-old fighting for her life. Then a stranger stepped in to help

June 22, 2026 • CBS News

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A 4-year-old girl who has a rare genetic disease was very sick and needed help. A stranger donated something that saved her life, and CBS News shared the story of how they met.

Key Facts

The girl is 4 years old and has a rare genetic disorder.
She had many medical problems for years.
A stranger helped her by giving a life-saving gift.
CBS News contributor David Begnaud told the story.
The story shows how the girl and the stranger connected.
The news report was available on the CBS News App and online.

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Alligator Alcatraz shutting down permanently, sources tell CBS News Miami

June 22, 2026 • CBS News

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Florida's migrant detention center called Alligator Alcatraz is closing permanently. The facility was costly to run and had its last detainees transferred or deported recently. State officials will remove structures and reopen the site as a small airport.

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Alligator Alcatraz is a migrant detention center in the Florida Everglades.
It cost about $1.2 billion to operate.
The facility opened on July 3, 2025, funded by Florida state tax money.
Governor Ron DeSantis and President Donald Trump supported the detention center.
The center closed due to high operating costs and delayed federal reimbursements.
Florida requested $608 million in federal funds, which were approved but not yet paid.
The site will be cleared and converted into a pilot training airport.
Officials moved detainees out mostly citing safety concerns from the hurricane season.

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Supreme Court reinstates murder conviction in case of Etan Patz, missing New York City boy

June 22, 2026 • PBS NewsHour

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The U.S. Supreme Court decided to restore a murder conviction related to the 1979 disappearance of Etan Patz, a 6-year-old boy from New York City. The court voted 6 to 3 to support New York prosecutors and reject a lower court’s decision that had canceled the conviction.

Key Facts

The case involves the disappearance of Etan Patz, who went missing in 1979 at age 6.
The Supreme Court voted 6 in favor and 3 against reinstating the murder conviction.
New York prosecutors asked the Supreme Court to reverse a previous federal appeals court ruling.
The appeals court had overturned the murder conviction before the Supreme Court's decision.
The three justices who disagreed with the majority were the more liberal members of the court.

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Donald Trump Issues New Threat on ‘8647’ Message on National Mall Lawn

June 22, 2026 • Newsweek

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President Donald Trump warned that federal authorities will strictly punish those responsible for damaging the National Mall, including the lawn vandalized with “8647” and harm done to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. He reminded the public that destroying such public property can lead to up to 10 years in prison.

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The “8647” message was carved into the grass on the National Mall lawn on June 11.
Damage was also reported at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool shortly after its $14 million renovation.
The pool issues include algae growth and peeling blue paint that appeared soon after reopening.
Officials are investigating the vandalism and have made arrests related to the reflecting pool damages.
President Trump posted a warning on Truth Social about strict penalties for vandalism.
He mentioned a possible 10-year prison sentence for destroying or attempting to destroy public monuments.
Trump suggested the “8647” marking might refer to former FBI Director James Comey.
The White House has not yet commented on the situation.

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Supreme Court reinstates murder conviction in case of Etan Patz, missing NYC boy

June 22, 2026 • ABC News

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The U.S. Supreme Court has reinstated the murder conviction of Pedro Hernandez for the 1979 disappearance of 6-year-old Etan Patz in New York City. The Court ruled that a lower federal appeals court wrongly overturned Hernandez’s conviction based on a judge’s explanation to jurors during the trial.

Key Facts

The Supreme Court voted 6-3 to reinstate Hernandez’s murder conviction.
Etan Patz disappeared in 1979 while walking to his school bus stop in Manhattan.
Hernandez was convicted of murder and kidnapping after a retrial in 2017 but his conviction was overturned by a federal appeals court.
The appeals court reversed the conviction because of how the trial judge answered a juror’s question about confessions.
The Supreme Court said federal courts should not interfere with state court decisions unless there is a clear legal error.
Hernandez confessed to the crime after long police questioning, but his lawyers argue his confession was false due to mental illness.
Hernandez is serving a sentence of 25 years to life in prison.
Etan Patz’s case was one of the first high-profile missing child cases and helped create National Missing Children’s Day.

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Los Angeles schools superintendent resigns after FBI search warrants

June 22, 2026 • Guardian World

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The superintendent of Los Angeles public schools, Alberto Carvalho, has resigned following FBI searches at his home and district offices. The investigation relates to a failed contract with an education technology company, but no charges have been filed against Carvalho.

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Alberto Carvalho resigned as superintendent of Los Angeles public schools after FBI search warrants in February.
Carvalho was placed on leave during the federal investigation and denied any wrongdoing.
The investigation involves a failed contract with AllHere, an education technology company that offered an AI chatbot called “Ed.”
The district paid AllHere $3 million but ended the contract after three months; AllHere later went bankrupt.
The founder of AllHere, Joanna Smith-Griffin, was charged with fraud and identity theft.
Carvalho has stated he was not involved personally in selecting AllHere for the contract.
No official charges or details have been released by authorities about Carvalho’s involvement.
Andrés Chait is the acting superintendent until a permanent replacement is decided.

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