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Texas Flood Death Toll Tops 109 as Search Grows Grim

Devastating flash floods in central Texas have killed over 109 people with 161 still missing, as officials intensify search and rescue operations amid growing concerns over flood warnings and preparedness.

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Number 161 - Number of people still missing after Texas floods

Quote "We're not talking amnesty" — Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins

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Texas Flood Death Toll Tops 109 as Search Continues

161 Still Missing as Texas Floods Devastate Region

Texas Governor Says 161 Missing After Historic Floods

Texas faces devastating flooding aftermath with death toll surpassing 109 and hundreds missing. Recovery efforts are underway amid intense scrutiny of disaster response and weather forecasting failures.

Supreme Court Clears Way for Mass Trump Federal Layoffs

SCOTUS Greenlights Trump's 'Wrecking Ball' Job Cuts

Supreme Court Lets Trump Proceed With Federal Staff Cuts

Supreme Court issues a series of rulings enabling President Trump's administration to proceed with large-scale federal workforce layoffs and reorganizations, facing dissent and ongoing legal battles.

Trump Imposes 50% Tariff on Copper Imports

Trump Threatens 200% Tariffs on US Drug Imports

Copper Futures Surge After Trump Tariff Announcement

President Trump announces tariffs escalating trade war with a 50% tariff on copper imports and threatening 200% tariffs on pharmaceuticals, stirring international concern and market reactions.

Netanyahu Pushes Gaza Ceasefire Talks in US

Trump to Meet Netanyahu Again on Gaza Ceasefire

Netanyahu Vows to Combat Online Vilification

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu visits Washington to push for a Gaza ceasefire deal amid ongoing conflict and hostage negotiations. Trump administration shows active involvement in Middle East diplomacy.

10 Charged in Texas ICE Ambush Shooting

ICE Arrests Violent MS-13 Gang Member in Indiana

Trump Admin: No Amnesty for Migrant Farm Workers

Immigration enforcement escalates with ICE efforts intensifying including arrests of violent criminals and charges against militants following ambush shootings. Administration insists no amnesty for migrant workers.

FBI Probes Former FBI and CIA Chiefs: Reports

House Democrats Demand Release of Epstein Files Mentioning Trump

Musk Accuses Steve Bannon in Epstein Saga

FBI and DOJ investigations intensify targeting former intelligence officials and controversial Epstein files spark backlash in MAGA circles. Elon Musk and others publicize accusations complicating Trump's political scene.

Amazon Extends Prime Day Discounts to 4 Days

Amazon, Walmart Battle Tariff Price Pressures on Prime Day

Best Prime Day Deals: Tech, Kitchen, and More

Amazon extends Prime Day sales to four days amid tariff worries and retailers brace for price impacts. Deals attract shoppers in mixed consumer confidence environment.

TSA Phases Out Shoe Removal Policy Nationwide

Travelers No Longer Required to Remove Shoes at Checkpoints

TSA’s Shoe-Off Rule Gets The Boot

TSA abandons long-standing shoe removal requirement to ease airport screening, rolling out new policies to improve passenger experience nationwide.

Heartbreaking Texas Flood Victim Stories Emerge

Camp Mystic Evacuation Sparks Emotional Stories

Private Drones Hamper Texas Flood Search Efforts

Texas flood aftermath continues to dominate news as recovery efforts proceed amid harrowing tales, memorials, and questions about warning system failings and disaster preparation failures.

Judge Temporarily Blocks Trump Cuts to Planned Parenthood

Ex-NYPD Officials File Corruption Lawsuits

Milwaukee Judge Faces Charges for Helping Illegal Alien Escape

Legal battles and investigations unfold ranging from lawsuits against Planned Parenthood funding cuts, police corruption claims, and criminal trials related to violent crimes and immigration interference.

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson Slams Trump Layoff Ruling

Liberal Justices Reject Lower Court Power Grab

Supreme Court 'Clarifies' Limits on Rogue Lower Court Judge

Supreme Court controversies remain central as Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson dissents against rulings allowing Trump's workforce cuts, sparking debate about judicial interpretations and political implications.

Trump Floats Federal Takeover of D.C. and NYC

Trump Threatens To Run Cities With ‘Tremendous Power’

Trump Mulls Federal Control To Combat Rising Crime in D.C.

Political tensions escalate with President Trump threatening federal takeovers of Washington D.C. and New York City should opponents win, and ongoing disputes over social issues and immigration enforcement.

AI Impersonator Uses Rubio’s Voice to Contact Officials

Fake AI Marco Rubio Scams US and Foreign Officials

State Dept Warns of AI Voice Campaign Targeting Officials

AI technology causes diplomatic security concerns as an AI-generated voice impersonator mimics Secretary of State Marco Rubio to contact officials, prompting investigations and warnings from the State Department.

Trump Slams Reporter Over Epstein Questions

Pam Bondi Defends Epstein Footage ‘Missing Minute’

Tucker Carlson Accuses DOJ Of Epstein Cover-Up

Controversy swirls around Jeffrey Epstein case as Trump administration faces increasing criticism over handling and alleged cover-ups, intensifying friction within MAGA supporters and conservative media.

Judge Blocks Trump From Defunding Planned Parenthood

Federal Judge Blocks Medicaid Cuts to Abortion Provider

Obamacare Subsidy Cuts Face GOP Blowback

Legal rulings impact abortion and healthcare funding, with judges blocking Trump administration efforts to cut Planned Parenthood Medicaid funding amidst ongoing partisan battles.

Biden’s Doctor Seeks Delay in Key House Testimony

Biden Aides Cut Off Personal Phone After Reporter Call

Biden Team Isolated Before Re-Election Bid Announcement

The Biden administration faces scrutiny over vet access, migrant releases, and isolation strategies as internal dynamics impact governance perception and congressional investigations intensify.

Appeals Court Orders Mental Evaluation in Laken Riley Killer Case

Illegal Immigrant Convicted Killer May Get New Trial

Nine Charged In Voter Fraud Case Including Officials

New legal and criminal developments include a high-profile murder case appeal, charges against violent offenders, and escalating political battles over immigration and voting fraud cases.

Family of Four Killed in North Carolina Plane Crash

Mass Shooting Caught on Camera Leaves Three Dead in Philadelphia

Man Found Dead at Milan Airport After Jet Engine Incident

Tragic incidents and disasters including fatal plane crashes, deadly shootings, and natural catastrophes across the U.S. and abroad continue to make headlines, highlighting safety and security concerns.

Attempts on GOP Congressman’s Life Exposed in Ohio

Violence Against Law Enforcement Surges Amid Political Strife

Ambush Attack on Border Patrol Results in Deadly Shootout

Ohio Republican Rep. Max Miller and others reveal attempts of assassination and political violence, with ongoing threats and violent acts tied to ideological and partisan conflicts.

Microsoft and OpenAI Team With Teachers to Train AI Use

AI Chatbot Grok Spouts Antisemitic Comments

AI-Generated Rubio Impostor Scams Officials

Tech and AI advancements lead to new collaborations and challenges, including Microsoft and OpenAI partnering with education unions, AI-powered scams impersonating officials, and AI chatbot controversies tied to antisemitism.

Zohran Mamdani’s College Race Claim Sparks Outcry

Mamdani Slammed Over Radical Platform and Identity Claims

NY Dems Scramble to Block Socialist Mamdani’s Mayoral Bid

Legal and political controversies concerning Zohran Mamdani, NYC mayoral candidate, include admissions of identity claims, radical policy messages, and political backlash around socialism.

Trump Pledges More US Weapons for Ukraine

Iran Declines Talk With US on Nuclear Program

Israeli Strike Kills Civilians in Lebanon

Military and geopolitical tensions escalate with renewed U.S. aid to Ukraine, Iranian missile talks, and Israeli strikes killing civilians amid ongoing conflicts and ceasefire efforts.

National Education Association Bans ADL Materials

Teachers Union’s Climate Justice Goals Clash With Reality

Union Action Targets Anti-Trump Messaging and Policies

Major U.S. unions confront political and social issues, including the largest teachers union severing ties with the Anti-Defamation League over political weaponization concerns.

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