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New York Post

Kamala Harris discusses potential 2028 platform proposals

Kamala Harris has outlined several proposals she believes should be reconsidered for a potential 2028 platform. These proposals include changes to the Electoral College, expanding the Supreme Court, and discussing statehood for Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C.

Washington Examiner

U.S. Attorney files motion to dismiss vandalism charges against former Olympian

U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro has moved to dismiss vandalism charges against former Olympian David Hearn, citing flawed installation by the contractor as the cause of damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The motion indicates that the government would not have sought an indictment if it had received complete information from the Interior Department earlier. Hearn's legal team is demanding an apology for the initial charges.

New York Times — US

Australian Hiker Found Deceased in Wyoming

An Australian hiker was found deceased by Teton County Search and Rescue on Wednesday. The search was launched after the hiker was reported missing.

NPR — Politics

Prosecutors seek dismissal of vandalism case against David Hearn

Prosecutors are seeking to dismiss the vandalism case against David Hearn, attributing the damage to a 'botched installation' following a significant renovation of the Reflecting Pool. Hearn claims he merely touched the water out of curiosity.

New York Times — Politics

Trump Comments on Gaza Plan Proposed by Board of Peace

President Trump commented on a disarmament plan for Hamas proposed by the Board of Peace, acknowledging concerns while managing expectations about the plan's effectiveness. The remarks reflect ongoing discussions about the situation in Gaza.

The Hill

DOJ to Drop Criminal Case Related to Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

The DOJ has decided to drop the criminal case against a former Olympian accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, citing that the damage stemmed from a flawed installation process. The U.S. Attorney's office pointed to contractor errors as the cause of the issues.

Washington Examiner

NASA Opens New Wind Tunnel at Langley Research Center

NASA inaugurated the Flight Dynamics Research Facility at Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, on July 31, 2026. The $57 million facility is the first new wind tunnel built by NASA in over 40 years and will support research for various aerospace applications, including missions to the Moon and Mars. It replaces two older facilities and aims to enhance testing capabilities while reducing costs.

PBS NewsHour

Death toll from Japan earthquake rises to 34

A recent earthquake in Japan has resulted in a death toll of at least 34. Other news includes a heat wave in the Western U.S., a fighter jet crash in California, and comments from President Trump regarding U.S. support for Ukraine.