James Talarico, a Democratic Senate candidate in Texas, commented on Karmelo Anthony’s murder conviction, saying it shows problems in the criminal justice system for Black Texans. Anthony, who is Black, was convicted of killing Austin Metcalf, a white teenager, and sentenced to 35 years in prison; Talarico highlighted that no Black jurors were on the jury. The case has attracted national attention and political debate ahead of the Texas Senate race.
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Karmelo Anthony was convicted of killing Austin Metcalf at a Texas track meet when they were both 17 years old.
Anthony was sentenced to 35 years in prison and is appealing his conviction.
No Black people were on the jury during Anthony’s trial.
James Talarico said this jury makeup shows the justice system is unfair to Black Texans.
Republicans, including Senator Ted Cruz, criticized Talarico’s comments.
The case gained wide attention because of racial tensions in social media coverage.
Talarico is running against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for U.S. Senate.
Some Democrats said the verdict and sentence might have been different if the races of the defendant and victim were reversed.
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Federal agents searched Representative Eric Swalwell’s electronic devices at an airport and raided his home in Washington, D.C. These actions are part of a federal investigation into sexual assault allegations against him. The authorities took multiple digital devices to look for evidence.
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Agents took Swalwell’s cellphone, laptops, tablets, USB drives, and other digital media.
The searches happened over a weekend, starting at San Francisco International Airport.
Swalwell cooperated with agents and was served a search warrant at the airport.
The investigation involves sexual assault accusations from multiple women.
Three women who accused Swalwell have spoken with the FBI.
The seized devices will be forensically examined to find deleted files and communication records.
Swalwell is already under separate inquiries in Manhattan and Los Angeles.
The investigation is intensifying as officials gather more evidence.
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The FBI searched former Congress member Eric Swalwell's home and took his electronic devices as part of a criminal investigation into sexual misconduct allegations. Swalwell resigned from Congress in April after several women accused him of assault and inappropriate behavior.
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FBI agents executed two search warrants on Swalwell, one at San Francisco airport and one at his home.
The investigation involves allegations of sexual assault and sending unwanted explicit messages and photos.
Swalwell resigned from Congress in April amid these accusations and ended his run for governor.
The House Ethics Committee had started an inquiry but ended it when Swalwell resigned, as it only covers current members.
Swalwell admitted to poor judgment but denied the assault claims and said he will contest them.
The White House released documents about an earlier FBI investigation into Swalwell’s ties to a suspected Chinese spy in 2015.
FBI Director Kash Patel pushed for releasing the files on the investigation.
Swalwell was never charged in connection to the spy investigation.
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BBC radio DJ and presenter Trevor Nelson announced he has been diagnosed with a brain tumour and underwent serious surgery. He said the surgery went well, he is recovering at home, feeling good, and ready to return to work.
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Trevor Nelson is a BBC radio DJ and presenter.
He was diagnosed with a brain tumour earlier this year.
Nelson had a serious surgery to remove or treat the tumour.
He is currently recovering at home and receiving further treatment.
Nelson feels great now and is getting back to activities like golf and gym.
He has not shared full details of his health but promised to explain more later.
Nelson has worked at the BBC since 1996 and recently celebrated 30 years there.
Colleagues and fans have sent him support and well-wishes.
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President Donald Trump met with cryptocurrency leaders at the White House. He described the group as a notable collection of people in the crypto industry.
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The meeting took place at the White House.
President Trump hosted top executives from the cryptocurrency sector.
He referred to the attendees as a "who's who" of the industry.
President Trump has earned hundreds of millions of dollars through cryptocurrency investments.
The event happened on August 20, 2026.
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Nearly 2.7 million people in five states will face new limits on what they can buy with SNAP benefits in the coming weeks. These rules will stop certain sugary drinks and candy from being purchased with SNAP, but will not reduce the amount of monthly benefits.
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The changes affect SNAP recipients in South Carolina, North Dakota, Montana, Ohio, and Virginia.
The new rules start between August 31 and October 1, 2024, depending on the state.
About 2.6 million people in these states received SNAP benefits as of April 2024.
The SNAP benefits amount remains the same; only some products are banned for purchase with SNAP.
Banned items generally include soda, candy, energy drinks, and other high-sugar or artificially sweetened beverages.
Each state has slightly different rules on which specific drinks and sweets are banned or allowed.
For example, South Carolina bans sweetened tea and lemonade but allows diet drinks, while Virginia also bans diet and zero-sugar sodas.
The USDA says this effort is part of promoting healthier food choices for SNAP recipients.
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Former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson criticized a recent private memo from the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC), describing its tone as alarmist. He expressed concern about the memo’s style while discussing Republican candidates and their messaging.
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Asa Hutchinson is a former governor of Arkansas and a Republican.
The memo in question was from the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC).
Hutchinson described the memo’s tone as “alarmist.”
He shared his views during an interview on News Nation with host Blake Burman.
Hutchinson mentioned that the alarmist tone of the memo is worrying.
He indicated that Republican candidates need to clearly define their positions.
The memo involved strategies or information related to data centers.
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The FBI took electronic devices, including a cellphone, from former Representative Eric Swalwell during an ongoing criminal investigation. Agents served search warrants at Swalwell’s home in Washington, D.C., and at San Francisco International Airport.
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The FBI is investigating a criminal matter involving Eric Swalwell, a former Democratic congressman.
Law enforcement took his cellphone and other electronic devices.
Swalwell was served a search warrant at San Francisco International Airport on a Saturday night.
Another search warrant was served at his residence in Washington, D.C., the following day.
The investigation is ongoing, and more details have not yet been released.
Eric Swalwell previously served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives.
No charges or specific allegations have been made public at this time.
This event is part of current news coverage and may develop further.
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The United States government debt has reached $40 trillion, largely due to Republican policies aimed at cutting taxes without reducing spending. This strategy, known as "starve the beast," began with President Reagan and has continued through President Trump’s administration, leading to higher deficits and debt.
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US government debt hit $40 trillion, up from $35 trillion less than two years ago when President Trump took office.
The "starve the beast" strategy began with President Reagan in 1981, focusing on cutting taxes to reduce government revenue.
Republicans have consistently cut income tax rates, estate taxes, and created tax deductions since Reagan’s time.
These tax cuts have not paid for themselves through economic growth, but increased the budget deficit and debt.
President Trump’s tax cut law, called One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), contributed significantly to the rising deficit and debt.
The federal deficit is about 6% of the nation’s GDP, and the total debt is approximately 123% of GDP, the highest since World War II.
Paying interest on the debt costs about $1 trillion yearly, more than spending on defense or Medicare.
Experts say the goal of these Republican tax policies was partly to limit Democratic presidents’ ability to manage the budget.
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A Missouri judge has approved new U.S. House district maps supported by President Donald Trump for use in the November election. The judge declined to allow a statewide vote on the districts, and the case may be decided by the Missouri Supreme Court.
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A Missouri judge ruled in favor of using new U.S. House districts backed by President Trump in the November elections.
The judge rejected a request to let Missouri voters decide on the districts through a referendum.
These new districts were already used in the August primary elections.
The Missouri Secretary of State, a Republican, rejected a petition with thousands of signatures asking for a November vote on the districts.
The Secretary of State said Missouri’s Constitution does not allow a public vote on congressional redistricting.
The ruling is seen as a win for Republicans trying to keep their narrow majority in the U.S. House.
The case is expected to be reviewed by the Missouri Supreme Court.
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Max Lederer, the long-time publisher of the military news outlet Stars and Stripes, may be fired before his planned retirement next month. This comes after the outlet reported on poor conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln and ongoing tensions with the Pentagon and the Trump administration over editorial independence and the publication's direction.
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Max Lederer has been publisher of Stars and Stripes for 19 years and planned to retire soon.
Pentagon officials are discussing firing Lederer before his scheduled retirement.
Stars and Stripes reported on bad conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln during its Middle East deployment.
Lederer said his leadership views and the paper’s mission differ from the Department of Defense leadership’s direction.
The Pentagon funds about 65% of Stars and Stripes but has pushed for changes to its content and operations.
The Trump administration wants the paper to focus more on military topics like warfighting and weapons, avoiding broader news or critical stories.
Jacqueline Smith, an editor who criticized Pentagon restrictions, was fired and later sued the Pentagon for retaliation.
The Pentagon has limited press access and favored media outlets more supportive of President Donald Trump’s policies.
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David Jolly, the Democratic candidate for Florida governor, said he is not focused on the usual left-right political divisions. Instead, he wants to find practical solutions to important problems before the upcoming midterm elections.
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David Jolly is the Democratic nominee for Florida governor.
He made his comments on a Wednesday before the midterm elections.
Jolly said he does not focus on the left-right political spectrum.
He describes his approach as post-partisan, meaning beyond traditional party lines.
Jolly aims to address major issues affecting voters rather than political ideologies.
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The Democratic Party has narrowed its list of possible host cities for the 2028 presidential convention to Boston, Denver, and Philadelphia. Party leaders will choose the final city later this year as they prepare for the primary race to follow President Donald Trump's term.
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The Democrats are deciding where to hold their 2028 presidential convention.
The top three candidate cities are Boston, Denver, and Philadelphia.
The Democratic National Committee Chairman is Ken Martin.
He described the city bids as very strong.
The convention will celebrate the party’s future presidential nominee.
A final decision on the city will be made later this year.
Republicans have already picked Houston for their 2028 convention.
The convention is an important event before the presidential election.
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President Donald Trump announced plans for a strong economic operation aimed at Iran and countries that trade with Iran. The goal is to increase pressure on Tehran through financial actions.
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President Trump announced a new economic operation targeting Iran.
The operation will also affect countries that do business with Iran.
The focus is on using economic measures to pressure Iran.
The announcement was made during a news segment on CBS News.
No specific details were given about what the operation includes.
The initiative is part of U.S. efforts to influence Iran’s actions.
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Hundreds of people gathered outside a Massachusetts court 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, while prosecutors argue she planned the crime. The case has drawn attention to postpartum psychosis, a rare mental illness related to childbirth.
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Lindsay Clancy is on trial for killing her three children in January 2023.
She was a former labor and delivery nurse.
Clancy’s lawyer says she has postpartum psychosis, linked to stress and hormonal changes after childbirth.
Clancy attempted suicide by jumping from a second-story window and is now paralyzed from the waist down.
Prosecutors claim Clancy planned the killings and sent her husband away to carry out the crime.
Around 300 supporters, mostly women in pink, rallied outside the courthouse to raise awareness about mental health.
The trial is livestreamed and has highlighted how women’s mental health concerns can be dismissed.
Supporters carry signs saying “Peace for Lindsay” and “Justice for Lindsay.”
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A Florida man who supports President Donald Trump said he does not regret voting for him after his wife was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) while her green card application was pending. His wife, a Colombian national, was arrested at an airport for overstaying her visa, even though she had applied for permanent residency through marriage.
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Gloria Barazone, a Colombian national, was detained by ICE at Newark airport in July while traveling within the U.S.
She had entered the U.S. on a tourist visa and later applied for a green card through her husband, a U.S. citizen.
At the time of detention, her green card, work authorization, and Social Security number applications were still pending.
She had a Florida Real ID driver’s license, which indicates official identification.
ICE arrested her as part of a targeted enforcement operation citing visa overstay.
After arrest, she was moved between facilities in New Jersey, Louisiana, and Texas, complicating legal efforts to release her.
Her husband contacted Republican lawmakers for help but was told consent forms from his wife were needed for intervention.
The husband supports most of President Trump’s policies despite his wife’s detention.
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President Donald Trump is hosting an IndyCar race called the Freedom 250 Grand Prix this weekend on the streets around the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The race will cover 250 miles on a 1.66-mile track near important national landmarks and is part of the country’s 250th birthday celebrations. Some historic preservationists are concerned that vibrations from the race may damage delicate artwork on nearby historic buildings.
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The race track is 1.66 miles long and runs along Pennsylvania Avenue and Independence Avenue near the U.S. Capitol.
The event includes 147 laps, covering 250 miles, and is expected to last about three hours.
The main race starts Sunday at around 1:10 p.m. ET, with practice and qualifying runs on Saturday.
Streets around the National Mall are closed for the race, and safety barriers and fences are in place.
Roads have been resurfaced and over 200 manhole covers welded shut to keep them secure during the race.
The event is free and expected to draw about 140,000 spectators each day, with 100,000 tickets distributed by lottery.
Top IndyCar drivers, including Felix Rosenqvist (winner of the 2026 Indianapolis 500), will compete.
Historic preservationists worry that race vibrations could harm frescoes on nearby historic buildings.
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The United States sent 20 people deported from the U.S. to Liberia on Thursday. These deportations are part of a new agreement where Liberia will receive a total of 1,200 migrants from various regions as part of immigration enforcement.
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20 deportees arrived in Liberia from the U.S. on Thursday.
They landed at Roberts International Airport near Monrovia, Liberia’s capital.
Liberia agreed to take in 1,200 migrants deported from the U.S. under a new deal.
This is one of the largest deportation agreements with a third country under President Trump’s immigration policies.
The 1,200 deportees will come from Africa, North America, South America, and the Caribbean.
The information was confirmed by Liberia’s Information Minister Jerolinmek Piah.
The deal is part of the U.S. government’s efforts to reduce illegal immigration by deporting migrants to other countries.
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The number of people applying for unemployment benefits in the U.S. fell to 206,000 last week, indicating that layoffs remain low. The four-week average of claims slightly increased to 204,000, but overall job security appears strong for most Americans.
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Unemployment claims dropped from 212,000 to 206,000 last week.
The four-week average of claims rose slightly to 204,000 from 199,750.
Jobless claims represent how many people lose jobs and seek benefits.
Low claims suggest layoffs are not common right now.
Claims have stayed around 200,000 to 230,000 weekly for the past year.
Economists use claims data to predict future job market trends.
The data was reported by the U.S. Labor Department.
The job market remains relatively stable despite some challenges.
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Senator Ed Markey of Massachusetts got support from Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for his upcoming Senate primary race. Markey is competing against Representative Seth Moulton in the Democratic primary.
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Ed Markey is the current Democratic Senator from Massachusetts.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is a Democratic Representative from New York.
Ocasio-Cortez publicly endorsed Markey on Thursday.
Markey and Seth Moulton, a Democratic Representative from Massachusetts, are running against each other in the primary.
Both candidates aim to appeal to Democratic voters who are critical of the political establishment.
The race is part of the lead-up to the general election for the U.S. Senate seat from Massachusetts.
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