President Donald Trump faced three notable losses in Republican primary elections in Florida and Wyoming on Tuesday, where candidates he endorsed were defeated. These outcomes show that while Trump remains a key figure in the Republican Party, his endorsements do not always guarantee wins against local issues or controversies.
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Three Trump-backed Republican candidates lost primary races: Cory Mills in Florida’s 7th District, Catalina Lauf in Florida’s 19th District, and Megan Degenfelder in Wyoming’s governor race.
Cory Mills lost to former TV journalist Ryan Elijah despite Trump's earlier endorsement and urging Mills to drop out. Mills faced controversies and investigations during his campaign.
Catalina Lauf was defeated by Jim Schwartzel in the Florida 19th District primary, a heavily Republican area where the primary is often decisive.
Wyoming State Senator Eric Barlow beat Megan Degenfelder, who relied on Trump’s support but focused more on local issues.
These losses represent about one-third of the nine total Republican primary defeats for Trump-backed candidates recently.
Some votes in Florida’s 19th District were cast before Trump’s endorsement, complicating analysis of his influence.
Despite these losses, Trump continues to be a dominant figure with many candidates seeking his endorsement.
The results suggest Trump's support does not always overcome voters’ concerns about individual candidates’ local issues or controversies.
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President Donald Trump said he advised Representative Cory Mills to quit his reelection campaign before losing in the Republican primary in Florida. Trump shared this on his social media platform, Truth Social.
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President Trump told Rep. Cory Mills to stop running for reelection.
This happened before Mills lost in the Republican primary election.
Cory Mills is a congressman from Florida.
Trump called Mills a friend in his message.
Mills decided to continue his campaign despite Trump's advice.
The statement was posted on Truth Social, Trump's social media site.
The article focuses on a political race within the United States.
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White House correspondent Maggie Haberman said that President Trump’s insults toward female reporters have become more aggressive and harsh compared to past years. She shared this observation during an interview on CNN.
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Maggie Haberman is a White House correspondent.
She has often been targeted by insults from President Trump.
President Trump reportedly calls her “Maggot.”
Haberman says the insults toward female reporters have grown nastier recently.
She made these comments during a CNN interview.
The criticism is part of President Trump’s interactions with the press corps.
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President Donald Trump has delayed the planned 50% tariffs on Canada while working on a new trade deal. He also suggested that he might restart plans to build a controversial oil pipeline along the border.
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President Trump paused the 50% tariffs that were supposed to be charged on Canadian goods.
He is currently negotiating a trade agreement with Canada.
Trump hinted at bringing back a plan to build an oil pipeline on the U.S.-Canada border.
The pipeline has been a subject of controversy before.
The tariff delay and pipeline plan are connected to U.S.-Canada trade relations.
The news was reported by CBS News and Nancy Cordes.
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An Army unit at Fort Stewart, Georgia, is offering soldiers a special four-day pass to play the new video game Grand Theft Auto VI when it is released. This pass is an incentive for soldiers who choose to reenlist for at least two years between August 1 and November 14.
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The offer is from the 9th Brigade Engineering Battalion, part of the 3rd Infantry Division.
Twenty soldiers have already chosen this incentive to reenlist.
The four-day pass aligns with the release date of Grand Theft Auto VI later this year.
About 130 eligible soldiers can use this incentive.
Soldiers must reenlist for two to six years to qualify.
Military incentives for reenlistment usually include benefits like education, choice of duty location, training, or money bonuses.
This is the first known time the Army has offered a video game pass as a reenlistment incentive.
The Army confirmed the authenticity of the letter offering this incentive.
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New rules for federal student loans started on July 1, 2026, changing repayment plans and how borrowers can apply for loan forgiveness. Borrowers need to review their loans and choose repayment plans that fit the updated options to qualify for forgiveness programs.
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A new repayment plan called the Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) began July 1, 2026.
Borrowers with loans disbursed on or after July 1, 2026, generally only have RAP as their income-driven repayment option.
Older loans may still qualify for other repayment plans like PAYE or ICR, which will retire by July 1, 2028.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) cancels remaining loan balances after 120 qualifying payments for eligible government or nonprofit employees.
Each forgiveness program requires specific applications or certifications, such as the PSLF Help Tool or IDR applications on StudentAid.gov.
Borrowers should regularly check their loan accounts to track qualifying payments and certifications.
Refinancing options may be considered but borrowers should review how refinancing could affect eligibility for forgiveness programs.
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Jon Donyae Ponder, founder and CEO of a prisoner reentry program who was pardoned by President Donald Trump in 2020, has been arrested on multiple sexual assault and related charges in Las Vegas. Police believe there could be more victims and Ponder remains in custody awaiting a court hearing.
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Jon Donyae Ponder was arrested for sexual assault, unauthorized custodial contact, attempted coercion, and other charges.
Ponder leads Hope for Prisoners, a group that helps former prisoners reintegrate into society.
He was pardoned by President Donald Trump in August 2020.
Ponder served about five years in prison for bank robberies before starting the reentry program.
Police suspect there may be additional victims in the community.
Ponder has been banned from Nevada Department of Corrections properties amid earlier misconduct investigations.
His wife has filed for divorce and custody, citing domestic violence allegations.
Police encourage possible victims to contact detectives for help.
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Republican Rep. Byron Donalds won his party’s nomination to run for Florida governor. Democrat David Jolly won his party’s nomination. They will compete in the November election to replace current Governor Ron DeSantis, who cannot run again.
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Byron Donalds won the Republican nomination for Florida governor.
David Jolly won the Democratic nomination for Florida governor.
The election is in November and will decide who replaces Governor Ron DeSantis.
Ron DeSantis cannot run for a third term in a row.
The race will show how much influence President Donald Trump has in Florida.
Florida has generally shifted more conservative since 2016.
Democrats hope to regain support in Florida despite Trump’s lowered popularity there.
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In Florida, Jolly and Donalds are expected to compete in the race to become the next governor after Governor DeSantis. This news is part of the results from recent primary elections in several states, including Florida.
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Jolly and Donalds are projected winners in the Florida primary for governor.
They will compete to replace the current Florida Governor, Ron DeSantis.
The information comes from CBS News tracking primary election results.
Primary contests were also held in Alaska, Wyoming, and other states.
The article focuses on state-level elections within the U.S.
Elections determine candidates who will run in the main governor race later.
Florida is preparing for a new governor as DeSantis will not run again.
CBS News provided live updates on these primary election results.
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Oswaldo Jose Pirela Dominguez, a minor-league catching coordinator for the San Diego Padres, was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at an airport while trying to go home. Dominguez legally entered the U.S. in 2014, with permission to stay until 2018, but ICE took him into custody due to immigration issues.
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Oswaldo Jose Pirela Dominguez works for the San Diego Padres as a catching coordinator in their minor league system.
He is originally from Venezuela.
He entered the United States legally in 2014.
He was authorized to stay in the U.S. until 2018.
ICE detained him at an airport when he was trying to travel home.
The detention is related to immigration enforcement.
His family has spoken publicly about his detention.
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A recent poll shows that 63 percent of Americans think it is not right for President Trump and his family to make money from cryptocurrency while he is in office. About one-third of people disagreed with this view.
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63 percent of Americans said it is inappropriate for President Trump and his family to profit from cryptocurrency during his presidency.
32 percent of people said it is okay or disagreed with that statement.
5 percent of respondents did not answer the poll question.
The poll was conducted by Reuters/Ipsos.
The issue relates to concerns about possible benefits or conflicts of interest while President Trump is in office.
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A federal judge has allowed the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for about 5,000 Ethiopians living in the United States. This decision means these individuals no longer have legal protection from deportation and must either leave the US or face removal.
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TPS is a program that protects immigrants from deportation and lets them work legally if their home countries face serious problems like war or natural disasters.
The Trump administration has been ending TPS protections for people from more than a dozen countries as part of its immigration policy.
The recent court ruling lifted a pause that had prevented the government from ending TPS for Ethiopians.
Ethiopia was given TPS protection in 2022 due to ongoing conflict, including the war in the Tigray region.
Some Ethiopians and advocacy groups say ending TPS puts lives at risk because conflict in Ethiopia continues.
The judge allowed the affected Ethiopians to continue a legal case claiming the cancellation may be based on discrimination.
The Department of Homeland Security said people who lose TPS must leave immediately or face deportation.
Similar TPS protections for Haitians and Syrians were also ended earlier this year by court decisions.
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A new study from UC Riverside found that food sold at dollar stores is linked to higher rates of health problems like obesity, high blood pressure, and diabetes. The study says the quality of food at these stores, often processed and less healthy, may harm people’s health, especially since many buy there to save money.
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The study used data from the CDC’s 500 Cities Project, which tracks health risks in the largest U.S. cities.
Areas near dollar stores showed higher rates of obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure.
The problem is linked to the low quality of food, not just its price.
Many people buy dollar store groceries because regular grocery prices are rising.
Researchers suggest solutions like offering more fresh fruits and vegetables inside dollar stores.
The researchers used mapping software to analyze store locations and their impact on health.
Places with more dollar stores compared to grocery stores showed stronger health effects.
Experts say affordable food does not have to be unhealthy and emphasize improving food options, not blaming shoppers.
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Darline Graham, sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, is serving as a temporary US senator and running in the Republican runoff to succeed him. In a recent debate, she admitted she is not well-informed on national security issues like Taiwan and the South China Sea but said she supports the military.
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Darline Graham is the temporary US senator filling in for her late brother, Lindsey Graham.
She is competing in a Republican runoff election to officially take over her brother’s Senate seat.
During a debate, she said she is not very knowledgeable about national security topics.
Graham expressed her support for the military despite her admission.
Her opponent, Ralph Norman, spoke confidently on Taiwan and national security issues.
President Donald Trump endorsed Darline Graham in the race.
The debate highlighted differences between the candidates on foreign policy and loyalty to Trump.
Early voting for the South Carolina primary begins Wednesday, August 23, before the August 25 vote.
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The Boston Globe newspaper has chosen to support Representative Seth Moulton in the Democratic primary race for the U.S. Senate in Massachusetts. They are backing him against the current Senator Ed Markey.
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The Boston Globe made its endorsement public on a Tuesday.
Seth Moulton is a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Massachusetts.
Ed Markey is the current Democratic Senator from Massachusetts running for re-election.
The editorial board said Moulton can bring fresh ideas and energy to the Democratic Party.
The endorsement is for the Democratic primary, which decides who will represent the party in the Senate election.
The Boston Globe described the Democratic Party as aging and unpopular in their editorial statement.
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A new poll shows that half of Americans think President Trump's large-scale deportation plan is too harsh. About one in four voters who supported President Trump in 2024 also believe his approach to immigration enforcement is too aggressive.
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Half of all Americans say President Trump's mass deportation plan is too aggressive.
Nearly 25% of people who voted for President Trump in 2024 share this view.
The poll was released less than 90 days before the midterm elections.
Republicans are trying to win back voter support on immigration issues.
Immigration enforcement refers to actions taken to remove people who are in the country without permission.
The results highlight divisions in how people see President Trump’s immigration policies.
The poll reflects public opinion during a critical election period.
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The Trump administration has proposed removing a 2001 rule that limits road building and logging in large national forest areas. Officials say this change will help manage wildfires and improve forest health by giving local managers more control, while environmental groups worry it could lead to more damage to protected lands.
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The 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule restricts building roads and logging in designated forest areas to protect wildlife and watersheds.
The rule currently covers about 44 to 45 million acres of National Forest System land.
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced the proposal to repeal the rule on August 18.
The administration argues that the rule limits efforts to reduce wildfire risks and manage insects and forest health.
Over 95% of land affected by the rule is in 10 Western states, including California, Oregon, and Montana.
The repeal would not immediately allow new roads or development but return decision-making to local forest managers.
Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz said only 5% of these areas have had wildfire hazard treatments since 2014.
Environmental groups warn that removing the rule might increase road building and logging in protected public lands.
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In Florida, Democratic voters chose a progressive Senate candidate, while Republican Rep. Byron Donalds, supported by President Donald Trump, won the nomination for governor. Similar elections took place in Alaska, Wyoming, and California, with important primary races affecting control of Congress in the upcoming fall midterms.
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A progressive Democrat won the Senate primary in Florida.
Republican Rep. Byron Donalds won the Republican nomination for Florida governor.
President Donald Trump backed Byron Donalds in the governor primary.
Florida's congressional district maps were changed by Republicans.
Primary elections were also held in Alaska, Wyoming, and California.
Some races included candidates with the same last names, causing voter confusion.
These primary results influence the midterm elections this fall.
Control of Congress is currently narrowly held by Republicans.
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The US Department of Justice is defending its decision to prosecute former FBI Director James Comey after he posted a photo of seashells arranged to read "8647" on social media. Prosecutors say this post could be seen as a threat against President Donald Trump, while Comey’s lawyers say it was not a true threat and should be protected free speech.
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James Comey was charged with threatening President Donald Trump through a social media post.
The post showed seashells arranged to spell out “8647”; “86” means to get rid of something, and Trump is the 47th president.
Prosecutors say the post could be seen as a hidden message to harm or kill President Trump.
Comey removed the post and said he did not intend it as a threat and opposes violence.
Comey’s lawyers argue the post is not violent speech and should be protected by free speech rights.
They also claim the prosecution is motivated by President Trump’s past conflicts with Comey.
Comey has faced other legal issues, including a previous indictment for lying to Congress, which was dismissed.
The Justice Department insists there is clear evidence the post is a threat, and wants the case to proceed.
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Angie Nixon, a democratic socialist, won the Democratic primary in Florida, beating Alex Vindman, a former national security official. She will challenge Republican Ashley Moody in the November U.S. Senate race.
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Angie Nixon is a Florida state representative and a democratic socialist.
Nixon defeated Alex Vindman, who was known for his role in President Donald Trump’s first impeachment.
Nixon supports policies like universal healthcare and childcare.
Vindman raised about $16 million for his campaign, while Nixon raised just under $1 million.
Nixon received endorsements from progressive lawmakers Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar.
Nixon protested Florida’s redistricting in May using a megaphone and was later reprimanded.
Republicans see Ashley Moody, the current senator appointed by Governor DeSantis, as likely to keep her seat.
Nixon’s win shows rising support for more progressive candidates within the Democratic Party in Florida.
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