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Trump fires labor stats chief after shock jobs slump

Trump demands firing of BLS commissioner after grim jobs report

Trump moves swiftly to fire labor statistics head over poor data

President Donald Trump fires the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics after a weak July jobs report and multiple downward revisions to previous months. The firing has caused widespread political controversy and debate over the integrity of government economic data.

Tesla hit with $329M verdict in deadly Autopilot crash

Tesla ordered to pay $243M over fatal Autopilot accident

Tesla found partly liable in fatal driver assist crash

A Miami jury finds Tesla partly liable in a fatal 2019 Autopilot crash, ordering the company to pay hundreds of millions in damages. This groundbreaking verdict could have a major impact on the self-driving car industry and Tesla’s future legal battles.

Trump sends nuclear subs near Russia after Medvedev threat

Trump orders nuclear subs repositioned amid Russia spat

Trump’s submarine move heightens nuclear standoff with Russia

President Trump reacts to heightened tensions with Russia by repositioning two U.S. nuclear submarines closer to Russian waters. The move follows provocative statements by former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev and signals escalating global military posturing.

Corporation for Public Broadcasting to close after funding cut

Public broadcasting giant CPB to shut down operations soon

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting announces it will shut down operations following Congressional funding cuts. This marks the end of a nearly six-decade era for public radio and television funding, impacting NPR, PBS, and related media organizations.

Manhunt underway after 4 killed in Montana bar shooting

Four dead after shooting at Montana bar; suspect on the run

Police search intensifies for gunman in Montana bar massacre

Authorities launch a manhunt for a suspect after a mass shooting at a Montana bar that left four people dead. The search continues as residents and law enforcement respond to the tragic incident with heightened alert.

Senate passes initial spending bills ahead of August break

Senate clears $506B funding package in rare bipartisan win

Congress breaks gridlock with spending bills move

The Senate passes its first funding bills for fiscal year 2026, breaking a long impasse and moving ahead of the August recess. The bill package covers over $500 billion, but further challenges loom over full government funding and other priorities.

Trump envoy inspects Gaza aid as starvation crisis grows

US envoy tours Gaza aid spots amid hunger fears

Aid delivery struggles worsen Gaza famine, envoy reports

U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff visits Gaza aid distribution sites amid a worsening famine crisis. The worsening humanitarian situation and blocked aid delivery raise concerns on the ground and internationally.

Fed governor quits early, handing Trump a key seat

Adriana Kugler resigns from Fed board ahead of term end

Early Fed departure opens door for Trump pick

Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler resigns earlier than expected, creating a key vacancy. This move gives President Trump a timely opportunity to appoint a preferred candidate, potentially shaping future monetary policy.

Trump slashes IRS staff by quarter in major cut

President Donald Trump slashes the IRS workforce by 25 percent, aiming to shrink the agency and reduce bureaucratic overreach. This marks a significant reform effort impacting tax administration nationwide.

Apple vows big AI push in year ahead

Apple's CEO Tim Cook pledges major investments in artificial intelligence, emphasizing the company's strategic focus on AI technologies to compete effectively in the evolving tech landscape.

FBI nabs California man funding ISIS, seizes explosives

FBI arrests male suspect in California for allegedly sending financial support to ISIS and seizing explosives. This federal law enforcement action disrupts terrorism funding and highlights ongoing security efforts.

Appeals court upholds limits on LA immigration stops

A federal appeals court maintains restrictions preventing immigration agents in Los Angeles from using language or occupation as a basis for stops, impacting enforcement strategies in sanctuary jurisdictions.

Ghislaine Maxwell moved to cushy Texas prison camp

Maxwell shifted to minimum security prison in Texas

Epstein’s associate Maxwell moved to Texas lockup

Ghislaine Maxwell, convicted in the Epstein case, has been transferred to a minimum-security federal prison camp in Texas. The move follows controversy and speculation about potential political deals.

Stocks plunge on Trump tariffs and soft jobs data

Wall Street tanks after bad jobs report and tariff news

Market sell-off worsens on trade war jitters, jobs slump

Stock markets plunge in reaction to President Trump's new tariffs and disappointing U.S. jobs data. Investors face uncertainty as trade tensions and economic slowdown fears mount.

American Eagle defends Sydney Sweeney jeans campaign

Sydney Sweeney ad sparks firestorm; brand fights back

Brand stands by Sydney Sweeney ad despite woke backlash

American Eagle Outfitters defends its controversial jeans ad featuring Sydney Sweeney amid a wave of criticism from the political left. The company stands firm on its messaging as sales surge.

JD Vance mocks Dems over Sydney Sweeney ad outrage

Vance skewers left for meltdown on jeans ad

Vance taunts Dems: Learn nothing from Sydney Sweeney storm

Vice President JD Vance ridicules Democrats for their outrage over Sydney Sweeney’s jeans ad, mocking their response and highlighting political polarization surrounding culture war issues.

Senate stalls August recess amid confirmation fight

Confirmation impasse pushes Senate to pause recess

The Senate delays its August recess due to a partisan stalemate over the confirmation of President Trump's nominees. The delay reflects ongoing legislative gridlock and high stakes in political appointments.

Judge halts Trump move to end immigrant protected status

Court says racial bias underpins TPS cancellation plan

Federal judge blocks Trump administration's effort to end Temporary Protected Status for immigrants from Honduras, Nicaragua, and Nepal, citing evidence of racial and discriminatory motives.

Trump administration report dissects climate alarmism

New report by the Department of Energy challenges climate change alarmism, arguing emissions are not humanity’s greatest existential threat, sparking debate over environmental policies.

GOP senators hesitant on Trump’s tariff rebate plan

Senate Republicans express reluctance to implement President Trump's idea to use tariff revenue for rebate checks after a major tariff increase on Canadian goods, citing various concerns.

US envoy tours Gaza aid despite UN warnings

US envoy Steve Witkoff visits Gaza aid sites despite UN concerns about safety. Efforts to deliver aid amid ongoing conflict remain fraught as humanitarian crisis escalates.

Federal agency pulls funds for Baltimore maglev project

The Federal Railroad Administration cancels grants totaling over $26 million for the Baltimore-Washington maglev train project, signaling setbacks in high-speed rail infrastructure plans.

Trump war chest balloons to $200 million in six months

President Trump's political operation has amassed an enormous war chest nearing $200 million at the halfway mark of his term, strengthening his position for the 2026 election cycle.

Vance dismisses Dem outrage over Sydney Sweeney ad

Vice President JD Vance continues to attack Democrats, focusing on the backlash against Sydney Sweeney’s jeans ad campaign and mocking liberal responses to conservative culture.

VA reverses Biden-era abortion access rule for veterans

The Biden administration reverses a Veterans Affairs policy that allowed abortion services, signaling a policy shift and highlighting the continuing abortion debate among federal agencies.