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DNC delays virtual roll call vote to nominate Biden until August
As the Republican National Convention unfolds, Democrats are gearing up for their own event, slated to take place beginning Aug 19. This year’s Democratic National Convention faces unique circumstances as President Joe Biden could secure the nomination before the event begins, though the nomination will now come later than previously thought. Biden could clinch the… -
Reports: Pelosi, Schumer express concerns Biden can’t win 2024 election
Support for President Joe Biden within his own party seems to be waning even more as he battles a case of COVID-19. New reports say former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi told the president in a recent conversation that polling shows he can’t win over Trump, and he could ruin Democrats’ chances of winning other races if he stays… -
Secret Service director agrees to testify before Congress
Calls from top Republican leaders in Congress are growing for the director of the Secret Service to step down following the July 13 assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania. Kimberly Cheatle has agreed to a subpoena issued by House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer on Wednesday, July 17, demanding she testify publicly,… -
JD Vance accepts GOP’s nomination for vice president
Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, will address the Republican National Convention (RNC), formally accepting the party’s nomination for vice president. And the Secret Service director is confronted at the convention, as lawmakers seek answers following the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Thursday, July 18, 2024. JD… -
New CA child gender identity law sparks backlash and legal battles
The debate over child transgender-affirming care is back in the national spotlight after California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a new law Monday, July 15. California Assembly Bill 1955 prohibits requiring public school employees and contractors from disclosing a student’s gender identity or sexual orientation to their parents or guardians. The law stirred up widespread backlash… -
New homes could eliminate hallways, other formerly standard features
As home sizes continue to shrink, one age-old and seemingly necessary feature is disappearing: hallways. A July report from John Burns Research and Consulting examines how the architecture of new houses is shifting. The report found buyers can expect homes to get smaller, with more compact layouts, meaning architects must figure out how to do… -
Reports: Secret Service ramped up Trump security weeks ago over Iranian plot
Secret Service security was reportedly already ramped up around former President Donald Trump weeks before the Saturday, July 13 assassination attempt, after U.S. intelligence officials say they found evidence of an Iranian plot to kill him. According to multiple reports, the agency increased resources and assets for Trump’s protection in June. So far, intelligence officials have found no ties between the shooting and the Iranian… -
Biden reportedly planning to back major changes to Supreme Court
President Joe Biden is reportedly planning to endorse major reforms for the Supreme Court, including term limits and an updated code of ethics that would be enforceable. This comes after recent ethics scandals involving justices and controversial decisions on abortion and presidential immunity. Reports say President Biden told lawmakers in the Congressional Progressive Caucus during a virtual meeting Saturday, July 13, that he had been consulting constitutional scholars on the… -
Haley among former rivals to show support for Trump at RNC
Former rivals of Donald Trump call for unity during the second day of the Republican National Convention (RNC). And President Joe Biden is reportedly planning to back sweeping changes for the Supreme Court. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Haley among former rivals to show support for Trump at RNC … -
Migrant deportations increased in 2024 after immigration becomes top issue
In the last two months, the United States increased its deportations of migrants in the country illegally. The move marks an uptick in enforcement actions under the Biden administration months before the November election. Immigration emerged as a top concern for voters earlier this year. According to recent figures released by Immigration and Customs Enforcement… -
At least 5 killed, more than 100 hurt in Bangladesh job quota protests
At least five people died and dozens more are hurt after protests turned violent in Bangladesh. Students at two universities in the country’s capital city clashed with police and government supporters during two separate protests over the country’s quota system for government jobs on Tuesday, July 16. Local media reported that at least three students… -
IRS makes it easier to use your retirement account as an ATM
For years, many Americans have struggled to build emergency savings and it’s only gotten worse with inflation and high interest rates since the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Bankrate, nearly 6 in 10 U.S. adults don’t feel comfortable with their level of emergency savings, and 27% have no savings at all. However, the IRS is now… -
Hacker group claims it leaked Disney’s internal info
A hacker group named NullBulge claims to have stolen and leaked 1.2 terabytes of Disney’s internal Slack communications. The data includes discussions about ad campaigns, studio technology, unreleased projects, interview candidates, login credentials and images of employees’ dogs, dating back to 2019. NullBulge — which targets companies for their handling of artists’ contracts, use of…
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