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Snap Chief Executive Evan Spiegel told employees that the company is trying to cut costs and cited AI tools. LA Times
VOA VIEW: Losses will occur.
Former lawmakers across the political spectrum have warned for years of a hushed congressional bacchanal marked by inappropriate revelry and sexual misconduct. LA Times
VOA VIEW: The sparks have just begun.
At least 15 Mexican nationals have died in ICE custody or during U.S. immigration enforcement actions. LA Times
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What’s worse: There is no FDA-approved alternative for patients who catch the bug. New York Post
VOA VIEW: This is not good.
"He's not coming," said a source of NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani. "And it would be foolish if he did...can you imagine?" New York Post
VOA VIEW: Mandani is a loser.
Amid signs of a prolonged period of high energy costs, policymakers are urging restraint as governments open up the public till to protect households and businesses. New York Times
VOA VIEW: They should watch for panic.
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was once considered one of President Trump’s closest European allies. Their friendship now appears in danger. New York Times
VOA VIEW: The Pope and Meloni have opened their mouths in the wrong direction.
WPP, Dentsu and Publicis settled claims they colluded on policies to combat misinformation, denying ad revenue to publishers on the right. New York Times
VOA VIEW: Liberals have made stupid statement.
In a verdict that could have far-reaching consequences in the music industry, the live colossus that includes Ticketmaster was found to have violated antitrust laws. New York Times
VOA VIEW: They were caught.
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A levee breach near Cheboygan had forced evacuations and officials continue to monitor a nearby dam. Rain and snowmelt have affected the area. New York Times
VOA VIEW: A total mess will soon be found out.
During a bloody killing spree in Georgia, a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) employee was murdered by a convicted felon immigrant who was naturalized under former President Joe Biden's administration. OANN
VOA VIEW: Foolish stupidity.
A new bill introduced earlier this year—California Assembly Bill 2624 (AB 2624), dubbed the “Stop Nick Shirley Act”—has sparked debate, with opponents arguing it could limit the ability of citizen journalists to record in public, according to a state press release. OANN
VOA VIEW: It is a clear violation of Dem stupidity.
In an announcement from the nation’s capital, Freedom 250 has unveiled plans for the "Great American State Fair," a massive 16-day exposition set to transform the National Mall into a vibrant tapestry of American culture, industry, and history. OANN
VOA VIEW: It may be good.
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Following the political collapse of now-former Democrat Representative Eric Swalwell, amid multiple women coming forward with allegations of sexual misconduct and assault against him, the situation appears to be worsening for the former gubernatorial candidate. OANN
VOA VIEW: He has lost from favor.
Attorney General, Ken Paxton, has launched an investigation into Lululemon – a billion dollar activewear company -- centering on the potential presence of "forever chemicals" in the clothing that is linked to various health issues, according to the statement released on Monday. OANN
Nearly 200 organizations are urging the Trump administration and Puerto Rico's governor to restore $350 million in federal funding that was meant to finance the installation of rooftop solar and battery systems for 12,000 low-income families across the U.S. territory. Washington Times
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The Army has named its new tilt-rotor assault aircraft the Cheyenne II in honor of the Northern Cheyenne Tribe in Montana and the Cheyenne & Arapaho Tribes in Oklahoma. Washington Times
Massachusetts' highest court heard oral arguments Friday in the state's lawsuit arguing that Meta designed features on Facebook and Instagram to make them addictive to young users. Washington Times
VOA VIEW: It found to be true those involved should pay dearly.
Americans are receiving larger tax refunds this year due to the 2025 "big, beautiful bill," which enacted new tax deductions. CBS
The chain's North American operator forecast it will open 205 stores in 2026, although those openings will be outpaced by a series of closures. CBS
Earlier this year, the House narrowly defeated a Senate bill on the issue, angering victims' families. CBS
VOA VIEW: Senators are becoming stupid.
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The report claims the Justice Department under Merrick Garland "violated the rights of Americans" by only applying the law to support those in support of abortion rights, not those who worked at anti-abortion rights facilities. CBS
VOA VIEW: Dems liberal policies failed the American people.
Millions of people using Android mobile devices could receive a payout, according to the settlement website. CBS
The U.S. has beaten Iran "militarily" and that the war is "very close to over," Trump said, claiming a peace deal likely. CNBC
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Trump accounts have signed up 5 million kids, according to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Here's what families need to know. CNBC
Mortgage rates fell to the lowest level in a month, boosting refinance activity and offsetting weak demand from homebuyers. CNBC
Trump's comments come at a time when the U.K. government has said the Iran war energy shock shows the need “to get off the fossil fuel rollercoaster.” CNBC
VOA VIEW: The UK is losing its biggest ally.
The suspect in a string of random attacks in Georgia, including in the killing of a DHS employee, is a naturalized U.S. citizen from the U.K., according to the agency. FOX News
VOA VIEW: The UK is acting foolish.
U.S. Southern Command says Joint Task Force Southern Spear killed four alleged narco-terrorists in a strike on an Eastern Pacific trafficking vessel. FOX News
The Justice Department is taking sweeping action to erase Jan. 6 convictions tied to Oath Keepers and Proud Boys leaders in major court filings. FOX News
Former Florida surgeon indicted for manslaughter after allegedly removing a 70-year-old patient's liver instead of his spleen during surgery in 2024. FOX News
Delegations from Lebanon and Israel have concluded negotiations in Washington, the first diplomatic talks between the neighboring countries in decades as they seek an end to their ongoing conflict. UPI
The U.S. military's maritime blockade of Iran has "completely halted" sea-based trade with the Middle Eastern country, U.S. Central Command said. UPI
A resolution to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol could hit the Senate soon, Senate Majority Leader John Thune said Tuesday. UPI
VOA VIEW: It will be smart for Dems.
Police shot and killed a woman at an Omaha Walmart after she allegedly slashed a 3-year-old with a knife in a kidnapping attempt. UPI
U.S. President Donald Trump said new talks to end a seven week-long war with Iran "could be happening in the next two days," most likely in Islamabad. UPI
VOA VIEW: Time will tell.
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President Trump's first four years in the White House brought about significant changes to the federal judiciary and the Supreme Court, shifting it rightward.
But the president's second term could yield less of an impact on the federal bench, as a confluence of factors — fewer vacancies, a slower pace of retirements and the results of the upcoming midterm elections — are likely to slow the judicial machine that churned out more than 200 judges in Mr. Trump's first term. Liberal stupidity.
The Senate has so far confirmed 33 of Mr. Trump's nominees to the federal bench: six to the courts of appeals and 27 to the district courts. While that surpasses the 24 judges who were appointed in the first 13 months of the president's first term, those picks included one Supreme Court justice and 13 judges named to the courts of appeals.
There are 37 current vacancies on the nation's trial courts, and another six seats are set to open up in the coming months. There are also four future vacancies on the appeals courts. Of the 47 vacancies, current and future, Mr. Trump has announced just 12 nominees.
"Getting good judges on the courts was a very high priority in the first administration. I don't think it's as high a priority in this administration for three reasons: One, there just aren't as many seats available. Two, they succeeded so much the first time around, especially with the Supreme Court, that there's not that much more room for success.
And three, they are trying to do so much through executive action. That's clearly been the focus now," Ed Whelan, a senior fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center who is a leading commentator on judicial nominations, told CBS News. "I don't think that the vacancies are getting the same level of attention that they got the first time around."
