Karoline Leavitt has resigned from her role as White House press secretary, effective at the end of the month. Her departure has led to speculation about potential successors within Donald Trump's administration.
Senator Bill Cassidy expressed his confidence in Erica Schwartz, the new CDC Director, regarding her handling of childhood vaccine policies. He believes she will prioritize science and not enforce changes proposed by President Trump's executive order.
The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has declared a deportation case against the Trump administration moot, as the plaintiffs have already been deported under another law. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth also commented on conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.
Karoline Leavitt has announced her departure from her role as White House press secretary to become an outside adviser to President Donald Trump. Her departure follows a Justice Department memo extending executive privilege to private advisers, raising questions about its implications. Trump stated that Leavitt will continue to play a significant role within the Republican Party.
Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has surpassed Secretary of State Marco Rubio in the prediction market odds for the 2028 presidential election, leading to speculation about her candidacy. While both have been mentioned as potential candidates, they are currently focused on the 2026 midterm elections. Recent polling shows Ocasio-Cortez as a strong contender among Democratic voters.
On August 13, 2026, a passenger train derailed near Lewes in East Sussex, England. The incident resulted in injuries to at least 11 individuals, including two who were seriously hurt.
McKenna West, a surrogate mother, gave birth to a baby with a heart defect in Texas after the biological parents requested an abortion. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton intervened to ensure the baby received life-saving medical care. The baby, named Gabriel, is now in a neonatal intensive care unit for treatment.
A surrogate mother in Texas gave birth to a baby with a heart defect after the biological parents requested an abortion following the diagnosis. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton intervened to ensure the baby received necessary medical care, and the newborn is now in a neonatal intensive care unit for potential surgery.
The Cernavodă nuclear power plant in Romania has been closed because of low water levels in the Danube River, which affects its operations. The plant, responsible for 20% of Romania's electricity, is anticipated to remain offline for at least 10 days.
A federal trade court ruled on August 13, 2026, allowing President Trump to block certain cheap imports from entering the U.S. without tariffs. This ruling supports the administration's trade policies and maintains the suspension of the de minimis exemption, which previously allowed low-value packages to enter tariff-free. The decision is expected to impact retailers like Temu and Shein and reflects a broader trend of tightening import regulations.
Luigi Mangione is expected to plead guilty in a federal case involving the stalking and killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The plea is anticipated to occur on Friday, according to a source familiar with the matter.
A $9.1 million luxury yacht sank in the Mediterranean Sea shortly after delivery, following engine failure and a fire. All 14 guests on board were rescued safely, and the yacht will be monitored until recovery efforts begin.
The U.S. government has authorized private security firms to conduct operations against overseas cybercriminals targeting U.S. interests. A memorandum from President Trump outlines the roles of these firms in combating various cyber-enabled crimes, with oversight from federal agencies.
Israeli soldiers carried out operations in the village of Qusra in the West Bank on August 13, 2026. The patrols are part of ongoing security efforts in the area.
Retired General Jack Keane has predicted that Iran's military will intensify its actions against the U.S. as the midterm elections approach. He made this statement during an interview on Fox Business Network, indicating that this strategy would be a miscalculation on Iran's part.
Israeli forces have ordered families in the village of Qusra in the occupied West Bank to evacuate their homes. The situation is part of ongoing tensions in the region.
A judge has dismissed a lawsuit from the Trump administration that accused Harvard University of antisemitism. This decision could have implications for ongoing legal cases at the University of California.
The Kennedy Center board voted to restore President Trump's name to the venue on August 13, 2026. This action challenges a federal judge's previous ruling that only Congress could change the name and required the removal of Trump's name, which was completed in June.
Bret Baier of Fox News challenged President Trump's statement regarding U.S. control over the Strait of Hormuz. He indicated that maritime traffic in the area has diminished considerably, with a significant portion of global liquefied natural gas trade usually transiting through it.
Rep. Pramila Jayapal criticized the University of Washington's cancellation of an event featuring activist Hasan Piker, calling for collaboration to ensure his appearance. The university stated the cancellation was due to insufficient organizational standards. Piker linked the cancellation to his criticisms of Israel and has faced backlash from conservative groups regarding free speech.
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