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There's a new federal election interference indictment against former President Donald Trump.

USA TODAY Trump Campaign Reporter Zac Anderson reports on some of the latest TV ad spending by Donald Trump and whether Florida could be in play this fall.

Donald Trump adds Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard to his 2024 transition team.

An Israeli hostage has been freed following a "complex rescue operation" in southern Gaza.

USA TODAY Wellness Editor Leora Arnowitz talks about neglect at Yale Fertility Center.

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USA TODAY White House Correspondent Joey Garrison discusses how hundreds of former aides of high profile Republican politicians have endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president.

Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith urged a federal appeals court Monday to reinstate the classified documents case against former President Donald Trump.

Donald Trump casts doubt on the September debate.

The Democratic Party has sued the Georgia State Election Board over new rules to 'prevent chaos.' USA TODAY Justice Department Correspondent Aysha Bagchi takes a closer look at the rules.

Starliner astronauts won’t return until 2025.

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USA TODAY Senior National Political Correspondent Sarah D. Wire takes an early look at some of the major issues facing the next president.

Vice President Kamala Harris raised $82 million during the Democratic convention.

Attacks by Israel and Hezbollah could fuel or ease tensions in the region.

USA TODAY National Correspondent Elizabeth Weise discusses conservatives who love renewable energy.

A team from Florida wins the Little League World Series for the first time.

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The 60th anniversary of The Beatles’ legendary performance at the Hollywood Bowl was just a couple of days ago on August 23rd, 2024. Why is that date special? Has there ever been a group of fans who’ve hung on for this long? We’ll have to wait a long time to see, but Taylor Swift’s fans may give them a run for their money. Truthfully, there’s no denying that it was a pivotal moment for both the band and the history of rock & roll, solidifying The Beatles' rapid rise and status as global superstars. Beatlemania took hold in the US against the backdrop of a nation in mourning following the November 1963 assassination of JFK. Music historian and Beatles scholar, Martin Lewis, joins The Excerpt to discuss the role of The Beatles in the 1960’s counterculture movement and how they went from being relatively unknowns in the US in 1963 to global icons in 1964.

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RFK Jr. has suspended his campaign for president.

A judge has reduced charges against former officers in the Louisville raid that killed Breonna Taylor.

USA TODAY Breaking News Reporter Claire Thornton discusses how evictions for making too many 911 calls happen.

Fed Chair Jerome Powell says the 'time has come' to lower interest rates.

College football Week 0 is here!

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Vice President Kamala Harris has accepted the Democratic nomination for president. USA TODAY Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page recaps the Democratic National Convention.

Protesters against Israel's war in Gaza made their voice heard again Thursday night, though demonstrations throughout the week were modest.

Arizona Republic County Watchdog Reporter Sasha Hupka breaks down the Supreme Court decision limiting Arizona voters' ability to register without providing proof of citizenship. Check out the Republic Recount newsletter for more on Arizona politics.

The FDA approves updated COVID-19 shots for the fall.

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Sagui Dekel-Chen was 200 yards from Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7th when a group of Hamas terrorists stormed his home. The hours-long siege claimed the lives of 1200 people and 200 were taken hostage. Sagui was last heard from at 9:30 a.m. that Saturday morning before vanishing into Gaza. Ten months later, cease-fire talks are at an impasse and dozens of hostages are still in Hamas' custody. Jonathan Dekel-Chen and other families of the hostages are at the Democratic National Convention to say to Americans: Don’t forget our loved ones.

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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz took the stage Wednesday night in Chicago to accept his party's nomination for vice president. Plus, USA TODAY National Correspondent Deborah Barfield Berry relays what some voters are saying about Vice President Kamala Harris.

Former President Donald Trump is heading back to court.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may drop out of the presidential race.

COVID-19 is surging and many folks can't find a booster.

USA TODAY Money Reporter Bailey Schulz looks at whether off-brand weight loss drugs are safe.

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Globally, we throw out about 92 million tons of clothing each year according to an analysis of data by The Ellen MacCarther Foundation. That discarded clothing ends up either in landfills or is burnt, both of which have undesirable environmental impacts. While many clothing materials are biodegradable in their original form, most clothing today is made up of a blend of different fibers, and once blended, it’s hard to break down. What’s the solution here? Jules Lennon, fashion lead with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, joins The Excerpt to discuss innovations and best practices in the way we address textile waste.

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Former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama took the stage Tuesday night at the Democratic National Convention, where they amped up Democrats for Vice President Kamala Harris.

USA TODAY Reporter Lauren Villagran discusses enthusiam among Latino voters for Kamala Harris.

Ukraine hits Moscow with a drone attack.

Native Americans go missing at alarming rates. Advocates hope a new alert code can help.

USA TODAY Breaking News and Education Reporter Zach Schermele takes a look at the college housing crunch.

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