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Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris will have their first presidential debate Tuesday night hosted by ABC. AP

Final preparations for tonight’s presidential debate

Trump and Biden's proposed sovereign wealth fund may seem out of place for a country with $35 trillion in debt and a trade deficit. Getty Images

What is a sovereign wealth fund? Both Trump and Biden want one.

Government funding expires on Sept. 30. Congress needs to approve a spending package before they leave to campaign for the month of October.

Congress will leave DC for October. Can it avoid a government shutdown?

RT's editor-in-chief admitted that the network continues to operate in secret in the United States under the orders of the Kremlin. Getty Images

RT editor-in-chief admits secret operations in US aren’t going anywhere

More than one-third of top election officials across the country have resigned or retired since the 2020 presidential election. Getty Images

One-third of election officials resigned, retired since 2020 election

About a third of college students say it's okay to use violence while protesting in at least some cases. Reuters

1 in 3 college students say violent protesting can be acceptable: Survey

Venezuelan presidential candidate Edmundo González has fled to Spain following Venezuela’s contentious presidential election. Getty Images

Opposition presidential candidate flees Venezuela amid arrest threats, protests

The United States has reached a tentative agreement with Iraq to withdraw hundreds of American-led troops by September 2025, with all remaining forces expected to depart by the end of 2026. This decision follows extensive negotiations, reflecting a significant shift in U.S. military strategy in the region. DVIDS

Troops scheduled to leave Iraq by 2026, US shifts to advisory role

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is warning Congress that passing a temporary bill to keep the government open would have devastating impacts on the Defense Department. The bill would keep the federal government funded for another six months, but cap spending at 2024 levels.  Getty Images

Defense secretary says temporary budget bill would severely impact military

With just one day to go, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are preparing for the first debate between the presidential candidates. AP Images

Trump, Harris prepare for presidential debate with 1 day to go

Michigan announced the winner of a 'I Voted' sticker competition on Wednesday. The stickers will now be at the polls come November for voters to pick from. Michigan State Department

Michigan’s first ‘I Voted’ sticker contest draws inspiration from folklore and more

Two Trump campaign staffers, involved in an alleged altercation with Arlington National Cemetery employee, have been identified. Reuters

Trump campaign staffers involved in Arlington cemetery altercation identified

A judge ruled that Trump's hush money conviction must be delayed until Nov. 26. Getty Images

Presidential election scores Trump a legal victory in hush money case

In a surprise move, Hunter Biden pleaded guilty to federal tax charges Thursday, Sept. 5. It was not part of any plea deal and sets up the possibility the president’s son could spend decades in prison.  Getty Images

Hunter Biden pleads guilty in federal tax case

The father of the teen accused in this week's deadly shooting at a Georgia high school is now facing murder charges. Getty Images

Father of 14-year-old Georgia school shooting suspect charged with murder

Russian President Vladimir Putin endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the U.S. presidency, citing her “fascinating” laugh. Russian Pool

Putin endorses Harris for US presidency, citing her ‘fascinating’ laugh

President-elect Donald Trump's team affirmed he is the leader of the GOP, reinforcing his status within the party. Getty Images

Elon Musk to serve in Trump admin: Key highlights from economic speech

Hunter Biden is reportedly changing his plea in a criminal tax case. AP Images

Hunter Biden’s lawyer wants an ‘Alford plea.’ What does it mean?

The Biden-Harris administration considers stricter asylum policies, extending current restrictions before the presidential election. Getty Images

Biden-Harris admin considers stricter asylum policies ahead of election

A woman is suing an Arizona town over her arrest at a city council meeting in Surprise. She says her First Amendment Rights were violated because of a city rule. Getty Images

Woman suing Arizona town over her arrest at public hearing

According to multiple reports, Biden plans to block the $15 billion deal between Nippon Steel and U.S. Steel on national security risks. Getty Images

Biden taking rare step to thwart Japan company’s takeover of US Steel: Reports

RFK Jr. is suing the to remove his name from the Wisconsin ballot, citing discrimination against independent candidates. Getty Images

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sues Wisconsin to remove his name from the state’s ballot

Texas has spent more than $221 million in taxpayer funds to bus nearly 120,000 migrants to six sanctuary cities since April 2022, an increase from $148 million reported earlier this year. The program, initiated by Gov. Greg Abbott, is part of a broader response to the sharp rise in migrant crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border after President Joe Biden took office in 2021. Getty Images

Texas Gov. Abbott spent $221 million to bus migrants to 6 sanctuary cities

Chinese President Xi Jinping has pledged more than $50 billion in financial support to Africa over the next three years, aiming to expand China’s economic influence and strengthen development partnerships across the continent. The announcement was made during the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation summit in Beijing, where leaders from more than 50 African nations gathered. Getty Images

Xi Jinping commits $50 billion to boost Africa’s infrastructure development