Texas Floods Devastate—Death Toll Hits 120 as Trump Tours Damage
Catastrophic floods in Texas have claimed over 120 lives with many still missing. President Trump visited the hardest-hit areas amid criticism over disaster response and cuts to FEMA, highlighting the scale and impact of the tragedy.
Number 121 - Confirmed deaths from Texas flash floods.
Quote "I’m encouraged by reports that Jerome Powell is considering resigning. I think this will be the right decision for America." — Commentator on Fed Chair Powell

FBI deputy Bongino eyes quitting after clash over Epstein files
Appeals court tosses plea deal for 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed
Justice Department sought to end Planned Parenthood defunding pause
Federal investigations and justice system upheavals dominate, highlighting conflicts over handling of high-profile cases such as Jeffrey Epstein, terrorism suspects, and increasing law enforcement tensions.

ICE raids expose child labor at California marijuana farms
Angry protests erupt during federal immigration sweep in Southern California
Border czar Tom Homan admits ICE detains based on physical appearance
Trump administration takes aggressive stance on immigration with large-scale ICE raids targeting illegal labor at marijuana farms in California, sparking protests and political backlash.

Trump threatens 35% tariffs on Canada amid trade war escalation
Trump ramps up 50% tariff threat targeting Brazil
Trump threatens more tariffs as global trade uncertainties grow
President Trump escalates tariff conflicts with major trading partners, imposing high tariffs on Canada and Brazil, affecting industries amidst ongoing trade tensions.

Texas floods toll climbs past 120 as devastation unfolds
Trump tours flood damage in Texas despite FEMA backlash
Hero camp director died trying to save kids from Texas floods
Deadly Texas flash floods leave devastation and a rising death toll, prompting President Trump's visit amid criticism of FEMA and disaster preparedness responses.

FBI’s Dan Bongino MIA after clash over Epstein files
Bongino considers resignation after dispute with AG Pam Bondi
Sources: Bongino took day off after fight over Epstein file handling
Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino faces internal conflicts over Jeffrey Epstein case handling, potentially signaling a resignation amid escalating political tensions at the agency.

El Chapo’s son pleads guilty to U.S. drug trafficking charges
Ovidio Guzmán López accepts drug charges in Chicago court
Son of El Chapo expected to plead guilty in landmark drug case
Son of notorious drug lord 'El Chapo' pleads guilty in the U.S. on multiple counts, marking a major legal development in cartel-related drug trafficking prosecutions.

State Department fires over 1,300 in sweeping Trump cuts
Mass layoffs begin at State Department amid reorganization
State Dept notifying employees of job losses in force reduction
Large-scale layoffs at the U.S. State Department under Trump administration continue as part of sweeping government reorganization, sparking criticism over diplomatic capacity.

Ukraine suffers record civilian casualties amid Russian drone attacks
Trump announces weapons sale to NATO allies for Ukraine aid
Russia escalates aerial war on Ukraine’s cities
Ukraine faces intensified Russian air assaults resulting in record civilian casualties, while international military aid discussion continues to support Ukraine’s defense efforts.

Border czar admits ICE uses racial profiling in detentions
Anti-ICE protests turn violent at immigration raids
Dem critics slam ICE for ‘fake’ stories and enforcement tactics
Controversy swirls around ICE enforcement tactics and political responses, including accusations of racial profiling and protests against immigration raids at sanctuary cities and farms.

FBI offers $50K for info on shooter during ICE farm raid
Federal agents seek man who fired at ICE officers in California
FBI issues $50,000 reward for info on California man who shot at agents during an immigration operation, underscoring dangers in recent enforcement actions.

Trump imposes 35% tariff on Canadian imports, sending markets lower
Trump’s trade war heats up with threats to Brazil and Canada
Wall Street edges down amid tariff tensions and trade fears
Tariff battles roil global markets as Trump signals aggressive trade barriers, including new levies on Canada and threats against other nations, stirring economic uncertainty.

Walmart recalls 850,000 water bottles over vision loss risk
Gabapentin linked to higher dementia risk in new study
Massive recalls and public health warnings surface over products like Walmart’s water bottles and nerve medications linked to cognitive decline, sparking consumer safety concerns.

Fox News panel slams Ketanji Brown Jackson over politicized rulings
Justice Jackson admits using opinions to express personal feelings
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson faces harsh criticism from media and political pundits, questioning her qualifications and judicial philosophy in recent interviews.

Wildfires near Grand Canyon trigger mass evacuations
Officials warn of severe wildfire threat in US West
Wildfires in the Western U.S., especially around the Grand Canyon, force evacuations and raise concerns about increasingly severe fire seasons amid hotter climate conditions.

Trump threatens GOP senators over opposition to spending cuts
Republican senators resist Trump’s rescission package on funding
President Trump faces mounting internal party dissent and fractures among GOP senators over budget cuts and policy directions, with high-stakes endorsements at risk.

Appeals court overturns plea deal shielding 9/11 masterminds
Guantanamo plea deals for alleged terrorists tossed by federal court
Appeals court tosses controversial 9/11 plea agreements
Federal courts and judges overturn key plea deals for September 11 terror suspects, returning death penalty discussions and legal complexities to the forefront.

Gaza’s largest hospital nears disaster amid Israeli assault
Netanyahu returns from Washington without Gaza truce deal
UN reports rising deaths at Gaza food hubs amid ongoing conflict
Tensions rise as Israel widens its offensive in Gaza, hospitals face imminent disaster, and international political negotiations over ceasefires remain unresolved.

Chinese naval vessel spotted near Hawaiian coast
Marco Rubio and Chinese counterparts clash over trade and security
China imposes export limits on Taiwan defense-linked firms
Tensions with China escalate as naval movements near Hawaii increase and high-level diplomatic exchanges continue amid unresolved trade and security issues.

Kenya opposition demands president’s resignation after harsh orders
Haiti gang violence kills nearly 5,000 amid UN pleas for aid
Kenyan civilian’s funeral follows deadly police shooting during protests
Ongoing political strife and violence in Kenya and Haiti highlight challenges with unrest and gang activity, with calls for leadership changes amid mounting security concerns.

Most Americans now view immigration positively, highest in years
Trump scales up deportations despite rising public support for immigrants
Democrats accuse ICE raids of disrupting food supply chain
Immigration debates intensify as U.S. public opinion shifts more positive, contrasting with hardline Trump policies and Democratic backlash over enforcement actions.

Indeed and Glassdoor announce 1,300 job cuts to boost AI focus
French prosecutors probe Elon Musk’s X for algorithm manipulation
FDA to consider drug affordability in approval voucher system
Continued corporate and technological shifts include layoffs at major job sites, AI integration in finance, investigations into Elon Musk’s X platform, and innovations in vaccine approvals.

Trump pledges Patriot missile shipments to Ukraine through NATO
Russian drones strike Ukraine’s second-largest city Kharkiv
Ukraine’s Zelenskiy meets US senators at recovery conference
Ukraine conflict dominates as the nation receives air defense systems, suffers intensified Russian drone attacks, and international military support continues amidst escalating violence.

ICC warns of war crimes in Sudan’s Darfur amid civil conflict
Arizona issues Turquoise Alert for missing Indigenous individuals
Humanitarian and civil rights issues surge worldwide, with UN reports on Sudan war crimes, Gaza civilian suffering, and new alerts for missing Indigenous people in Arizona.
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