A man named José Mejía Hernandez was arrested by U.S. immigration agents in Virginia and suffered a brain injury and severe bruising. He was hospitalized, fitted with an ankle monitor, and is now facing immigration court.
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José Mejía Hernandez, 45, was arrested by ICE agents in Arlington, Virginia, on August 11.
He was chased by agents and reported being hit by a stun gun during the arrest.
Mejía Hernandez suffered a brain bleed, traumatic brain injury, and extensive bruising on his face and body.
He was hospitalized for several days and later fitted with an ankle monitor.
He needed an MRI scan, which was delayed because he had to remove the ankle monitor under ICE supervision.
DHS said he tried to flee, necessitating the use of force, but denied he lost consciousness.
Mejía Hernandez is from Mexico and is in the U.S. without authorization; he is now in removal proceedings.
His lawyer claims the agents used excessive force without justification.
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Senator Bernie Sanders supports Angie Nixon for the U.S. Senate seat from Florida. Nixon won the Democratic primary despite having much less campaign funding than her opponent.
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Bernie Sanders is a U.S. Senator from Vermont.
Angie Nixon is a Florida state representative.
Nixon won the Democratic primary for the Florida Senate race.
She defeated opponents who spent over 16 times more money on their campaigns.
Sanders praised Nixon for her victory against well-funded candidates.
The race is for a U.S. Senate seat representing Florida.
Sanders’ endorsement highlights his support for progressive candidates.
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The US government has added new sanctions against nine Cuban state-owned mining, metal, and construction companies, as well as three officials from a Cuban international relations group. These sanctions aim to pressure Cuba’s government, which the US sees as repressive, by targeting key sectors of its economy.
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The US Treasury Department sanctioned nine Cuban state-owned companies in mining, metal, and construction sectors.
Cuba’s Ministry of Construction and government-controlled import firms are included in the sanctions.
Three leaders from the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP), an organization promoting Cuba’s international relations, were also sanctioned.
The US government says these companies and officials support Cuba’s regime and repress its people.
The sanctions are part of President Donald Trump’s “maximum pressure” campaign to weaken Cuba’s socialist government.
Since January, the Trump administration has blocked Cuba’s fuel supply by cutting off oil from Venezuela and threatening other countries with tariffs.
These actions have caused energy shortages and lack of essential goods in Cuba, raising concerns from United Nations officials about a possible humanitarian crisis.
President Trump has indicated plans for regime change in Cuba after the US-Israeli conflict with Iran ends.
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Hundreds of people gathered outside a Massachusetts courthouse to support Lindsay Clancy, who is on trial for killing her three children. Her lawyer says she was mentally ill and should not be held responsible for the crime.
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Lindsay Clancy is on trial for killing her three children.
About 300 supporters, mostly women wearing pink, held a rally outside the courthouse.
Supporters wanted to raise awareness about how mental health services treat women.
Clancy's lawyer says she had postpartum psychosis, a rare illness after childbirth involving stress and hormonal changes.
Clancy also has bipolar disorder, according to her attorney.
The lawyer does not deny she killed the children but argues she was not criminally responsible.
After the killings, Clancy tried to kill herself by jumping from a second-story window and is now paralyzed from the waist down.
The trial is livestreamed, leading to many discussions online about postpartum psychosis.
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The 2026 Hutchins Forum is a panel discussion about voting rights and redistricting ahead of the November midterm elections. The event is moderated by former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder and features experts and a congresswoman. It is organized by Harvard’s Hutchins Center and streamed live with PBS News.
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The forum focuses on voting rights and redistricting issues.
It takes place as the U.S. prepares for the November midterm elections.
Eric Holder, former U.S. Attorney General, moderates the panel.
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. introduces the event.
Panelists include election attorney Marc Elias, law professor Melissa Murray, and Rep. Terri A. Sewell of Alabama.
The event is produced by Harvard’s Hutchins Center for African & African American Research.
The discussion is streamed live in partnership with PBS News.
The forum starts at 5 p.m. Eastern Time.
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A 35-year-old woman was arrested for planning a bomb attack on the New York state capitol building in Albany. Authorities said she was connected to ISIS and intended to carry out a serious attack.
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The woman is 35 years old.
She was arrested for planning a bomb attack.
The target was the New York state capitol building in Albany.
She has links to the terrorist group ISIS.
Authorities described the planned attack as "major."
The arrest was reported by CBS News.
The situation is being handled by law enforcement to prevent the attack.
No details were given about how close she was to carrying out the plan.
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The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier is returning to San Diego after a deployment of more than nine months, as the USS George Washington arrives in the Middle East to take over operations. Reports from crew members' families described difficult living conditions on board the Lincoln during the extended mission, while President Donald Trump and the Defense Secretary said the situation was exaggerated.
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The USS Abraham Lincoln has been deployed for over 270 days and is now heading home to California.
The USS George Washington has arrived in the Arabian Sea to replace the Lincoln.
Families reported problems on the Lincoln such as moldy showers, bad food, and shortages of supplies like soap and razors.
Some sailors' mental health has been a concern, with reports of attempts to jump overboard, though the Navy denied increased suicide attempts.
President Trump said concerns from families were not true and claimed the deployment was "not nearly long enough."
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the situation was misrepresented and praised the sailors.
Lawmakers, including California Representative Mike Levin, criticized the President’s comments.
The Lincoln’s deployment started in the Pacific and included exercises in strategic areas like the South China Sea.
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President Donald Trump’s executive assistant, Natalie Harp, reportedly worked at the White House for a year without having the required security clearance. She only completed the background check and received clearance after the White House counsel and President Trump intervened.
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Natalie Harp is President Trump’s executive assistant and closest aide.
Harp did not have security clearance for about a year while working at the White House.
She initially refused to file paperwork for a federal background check for unknown reasons.
The White House counsel’s office raised the issue, leading to Harp completing the forms and gaining clearance.
Former officials from both political parties criticized the situation as a security risk.
The White House said Harp has the same security clearance as other staff.
Experts say anyone close enough to hear classified conversations, such as on Air Force One, must have security clearance.
This case recalls past security clearance controversies in President Trump’s first term.
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The U.S. government has deported more than 2,300 Mexican migrants to Guatemala and Honduras this year instead of sending them directly back to Mexico. This change is part of a new arrangement involving the U.S., Mexico, and Central American countries aimed at controlling migration and preventing those deported from re-entering the U.S.
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Over 2,300 Mexicans deported from the U.S. have arrived in Guatemala in 2025 as a temporary stop before being sent to Mexico.
Dozens more Mexicans have been deported to Honduras from the U.S.
The deportees usually travel by plane to Guatemala and then by bus back to Mexico.
This new deportation method started primarily in April 2025 under President Donald Trump’s administration.
The Mexican government has protested this practice but is coordinating with Guatemala, Honduras, and the U.S. to manage it.
The deportations aim to prevent migrants from crossing back into the U.S. after deportation.
Costs of these operations are paid by Mexico or sometimes by U.S. funds.
Mexico’s National Migration Institute confirmed these deportations but did not provide detailed numbers.
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Jessica Bowie, a 35-year-old woman from Albany, New York, was charged with plotting to bomb the state Capitol and kill lawmakers. The FBI stopped her plan after monitoring her for over a month, during which she communicated with informants and gathered materials for an attack.
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Jessica Bowie was arrested for planning to bomb the New York state Capitol and kill lawmakers.
She converted to Islam about five years ago and expressed support for terrorism online.
Bowie communicated with at least one FBI informant posing as an ISIS facilitator for over a month.
She visited the Capitol grounds multiple times to plan the attack and bought ingredients to make explosives.
Bowie also intended to buy a firearm and ammunition to use against police or security.
After the attack, she planned to flee the country but was willing to return for more attacks on major U.S. targets.
State officials have increased security measures at the Capitol due to rising political violence threats nationwide.
The law enforcement response prevented the attack weeks before the anniversary of 9/11.
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A woman in New York was arrested for planning to attack the state capitol building in Albany using a fake bomb. She intended to kill public officials and damage the building before escaping to territory controlled by the Islamic State group in Syria.
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Jessica Bowie, 35, was charged with planning an attack on the New York state capitol.
She sought to use an explosive device to kill officials and destroy the building.
Bowie was caught after obtaining what she believed was a bomb, which was fake.
She took photos of the capitol and targeted it to impact the American political system.
Bowie shared anti-American messages online, including praising the 9/11 attacks.
The New York governor said security at the capitol has been increased due to rising threats.
Law enforcement says there is no immediate threat following the arrest.
Officials are working to keep communities safe amid political violence concerns.
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A psychologist testified that Lindsay Clancy did not understand that killing her three children was wrong because of her mental illness. The defense says she had bipolar disorder and a rare condition called postpartum psychosis when the tragedy happened.
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Lindsay Clancy is on trial for killing her three children.
A psychologist named Paul Zeizel testified for the defense.
Zeizel said Clancy had bipolar disorder and postpartum psychosis.
Postpartum psychosis is a rare mental illness that can affect mothers after childbirth.
According to Zeizel, Clancy could not understand that her actions were wrong.
Clancy tried to take her own life after killing her children.
The psychologist began treating Clancy after the incident in a hospital.
The defense argues that her mental illness means she should not be legally responsible for murder.
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A judge ruled that an oil pipeline off the California coast can keep operating despite opposition from state officials and environmental groups. The Trump administration used emergency authority to reopen the pipeline, citing national energy needs, and the court said federal rules override conflicting state laws.
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The pipeline off Santa Barbara coast restarted operations in 2024 after being closed since 2015 due to an oil spill.
President Donald Trump ordered Sable Offshore Corporation to reopen the pipeline to address energy supply concerns during tensions with Iran.
California tried to stop the pipeline, claiming it trespasses on public land and harms the environment.
The Trump administration used the Defense Production Act (DPA), which allows the president to control industries for national defense.
Judge Stephen Wilson ruled the pipeline can operate and moved oversight from state to federal authorities.
The court fined Sable $1.5 million for breaking terms of a previous agreement without permission.
Sable bought the pipeline from ExxonMobil in 2024 after trying for over a year to restart production.
Federal energy officials said reopening the pipeline supports national security, while California’s governor criticized the move as harmful.
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Rep. Jared Moskowitz, a Democrat from Florida, criticized left-wing streamer Hasan Piker and members of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA). He said that they cannot work together with him.
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Jared Moskowitz is a Democratic representative from Florida.
He spoke on Fox Business Network with host Stuart Varney.
Moskowitz made comments about Hasan Piker, a left-wing online streamer.
He also mentioned members of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA).
Moskowitz said that Piker and the DSA “can’t coexist with me.”
He suggested there is a lack of ability to work together between him and those groups.
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First Lady Melania Trump appeared at a White House event after being absent from public view for over a month. The event focused on her foster care initiative and partnerships to support young people leaving foster care.
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Melania Trump joked about being missed during her public absence at a White House Rose Garden event.
The event announced a collaboration involving her foster care initiative, IndyCar, Fox Sports, Indiana University, and Purdue University.
This was one of her first major public appearances since July 19, when she joined President Trump at the FIFA World Cup final.
She missed two important events in July: Senator Lindsey Graham's funeral and the rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
In June and earlier, she attended other public events including the UFC Freedom 250 and the White House Correspondents’ Dinner before it was cut short.
The U.S. Secret Service is aware of a threatening video linked to Iran targeting Melania Trump but has not connected this to her recent absence.
Security officials keep protective intelligence details confidential and continue to investigate potential threats.
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Congress members from both parties are concerned about the United States’ $40 trillion national debt. Despite efforts by Republicans and Democrats to address the issue, lawmakers find it hard to make significant progress.
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The national debt has reached $40 trillion.
Both Republicans and Democrats have tried to reduce the debt.
Republicans say high government spending and entitlement programs are major causes.
Democrats focus on other factors contributing to the debt.
Lawmakers agree the problem is becoming harder to ignore.
Congress has struggled to take strong action to cut the debt.
The debate reflects ongoing political disagreements about solutions.
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has tried to lower long-term borrowing costs by doubling the size of a bond buyback program. Despite this, interest rates on key government bonds rose because investors remain concerned about rising national debt, heavy borrowing by technology companies, and the Federal Reserve’s fight against inflation.
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The 10-year Treasury note yield rose to 4.69%, nearly back to its level before the buyback announcement.
Treasury plans to double bond buybacks to $4 billion per operation to reduce bond supply and raise prices.
Higher bond yields increase borrowing costs for consumers and businesses, affecting mortgage rates.
The national debt surpassed $40 trillion recently, a record high.
The government budget deficit is expected to top $2 trillion this year.
Treasury Secretary Bessent said a new plan to reduce the deficit may be announced soon.
Heavy bond issuance by large tech companies is increasing supply, pushing yields higher.
Some financial experts say reducing the deficit mainly depends on Congress, not Treasury actions.
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The United States has started sending deported migrants to Liberia under a new agreement, with plans to send about 1,200 people. These deportations are part of a broader U.S. immigration policy where migrants, including some asylum-seekers, are sent to countries that are not their own.
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Twenty migrants were deported from the U.S. to Liberia, the first of about 1,200 planned under a new deal.
The Trump administration has agreements with around two dozen countries to deport migrants, nearly half of these countries are in Africa.
Some African countries accepting these deportees are South Sudan, Ghana, Rwanda, Cameroon, and Sierra Leone.
Many details of these agreements are kept secret, and some African governments say these moves are humanitarian.
Some deportees sent include asylum-seekers who had legal protection from being returned to their home countries.
The U.S. spent at least $40 million deporting about 300 migrants to countries outside their home nations.
Critics say this practice is used as a legal loophole to return people indirectly to countries they fled.
Some countries involved have authoritarian governments, raising concerns about the deportees' rights and protection.
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Tulsi Gabbard, former Director of National Intelligence, gave an update about her husband’s rare bone cancer. She said he was diagnosed earlier this year and that his illness influenced her decision to leave the Trump administration.
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Tulsi Gabbard was the Director of National Intelligence.
Her husband, Abraham, was diagnosed with a rare type of bone cancer.
The diagnosis happened earlier in the year.
Gabbard resigned from the Trump administration partly because of her husband’s illness.
She provided this update several months after leaving the White House.
The cancer is described as very rare.
Gabbard’s announcement was emotional and personal.
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New emails show that U.S. immigration officials and Iranian authorities worked together to deport Iranian nationals from the United States back to Iran during late 2025 and early 2026. This cooperation between ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) and Iran was not publicly known before.
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ICE is a U.S. government agency that handles immigration enforcement.
The cooperation occurred quietly without public announcements.
The deportations took place over a period from late 2025 to early 2026.
Emails between U.S. and Iranian officials reveal this collaboration.
The Iranians involved were returned to Iran from the U.S.
The information was reported by CBS News.
This reveals a new aspect of how immigration deportations were managed.
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