Minnesota's Democratic Governor Tim Walz launches his bid for a third term, touting progress and unity while facing scrutiny over past remarks and national political ties. From touting Minnesota as the best place to live to addressing gun violence and the loss of State House leader Melissa Hortman, Walz aims to build on achievements like paid family leave and middle-class tax cuts. Can his message resonate amid national issues and local challenges?

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Fani Willis OUT! Georgia's Supreme Court boots the DA off Trump's election interference case, siding with claims of impropriety over her relationship with a prosecutor paid over $600K. Trump calls Willis a criminal, and the hunt is on for a new prosecutor willing to tackle this high-stakes legal battle. Will the charges stick, or will this case fizzle out?

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Government shutdown showdown! Congress is battling over Obamacare subsidies with a looming September 30th deadline. Republicans want a clean funding bill first, while Democrats demand immediate action on healthcare. Senator Thune calls out Schumer's shifting stance, but negotiations are ongoing to avoid a shutdown. Will they keep the government running and resolve the healthcare debate, or will political gridlock prevail?

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Senate hearing exposes FBI's Arctic Frost case, initially targeting Trump's Jan. 6 role, then expanding to conservative groups like Turning Point USA. Senator Grassley alleges anti-Trump bias, sparking debate over politicization of federal investigations.

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Cuomo dismisses his opponent's endorsement as meaningless, while framing the election as a battle against far-left policies. He's betting voters will reject Mamdani's ties to the Democratic Socialists of America, whose platform includes controversial proposals like eliminating misdemeanors. Mamdani is distancing himself from these national policies, focusing on local issues. Will Cuomo's strategy work, or can Mamdani win over voters? This race tests the power of national movements in local elections.

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Is the government censoring your social media? FCC Chair Brendan Carr says NO, arguing for user control over feeds, not government policing. Amidst firings over online posts and viral violent content, Carr champions free speech, praising Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg's moves towards open dialogue. Discover why he's easing up on Section 230 reforms and embracing a trust-but-verify approach to online content moderation.

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Chicago Under Siege: Operation Midway Blitz sparks outrage as federal agents target undocumented immigrants in a crackdown fueled by sanctuary city disputes. Raids across the metro area have ignited fear and accusations of a lack of transparency, while officials clash over the operation's motives and tactics. With the threat of National Guard deployment looming, is this a necessary safety measure or an assault on immigrant communities?

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Pope Leo Fourteen mourns Charlie Kirk's tragic death, offering prayers and condolences to his family. The Pope, in conversation with US Ambassador Brian Francis Burch, voiced deep concern over rising political violence and the need for respectful dialogue. Cardinal Parolin condemned the murder, urging peace, while Bishop Barron remembered Kirk as an apostle of civil discourse, sparking renewed calls for civility amidst national tension.

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After Kirk assassination, Elon Musk sparks outrage by urging followers to fight, escalating tensions with inflammatory rhetoric on X and in a London speech. Accusing opponents of celebrating murder, Musk's fight or die stance draws condemnation from UK's Prime Minister, who warns of potential violence. Musk demands jailing of critics, accuses media of programming people to murder, and hints at forming a political party, deepening the divide during a sensitive time.

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Trump Clashes with ABC Journalists: Accusations of Hate Speech and Damaged US-Australia Relations. President Trump sparred with reporters from Australian Broadcasting Corporation and ABC News over business ties and media bias. Trump suggested investigating journalists and accused ABC of hate speech, referencing a recent defamation settlement. The heated exchanges highlight ongoing tensions between the Trump administration and the press as the election approaches.

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