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50 articlesAIPAC's Super PAC Invests $32 Million in Primary Election Against Dr. Abdul El-Sayed
AIPAC's super PAC has invested $32 million to support the opponent of Dr. Abdul El-Sayed in the primary election. After the loss in Michigan, the organization i
AIPAC Considers Additional Efforts Following Michigan Primary Loss
AIPAC's super PAC has spent $32 million to support a candidate opposing Dr. Abdul El-Sayed in the Michigan primary. Following the loss, AIPAC is contemplating f
Pete Buttigieg Comments on Biden and Future Political Direction
Pete Buttigieg, the former Transportation Secretary and potential 2028 presidential candidate, discussed distancing himself from former President Joe Biden in a
Democratic Lawmakers Skip Senate Hearing on Muslim Brotherhood Allegations
Democratic lawmakers skipped a Senate Judiciary subcommittee hearing on the Muslim Brotherhood's alleged network in the U.S. on August 5, 2026. Senator Ted Cruz
Democratic Senators Skip Hearing on Muslim Brotherhood Allegations
Democratic senators did not attend a Senate Judiciary subcommittee hearing on the Muslim Brotherhood's alleged network in the U.S. on August 5, 2026. Senator Te
Senate Confirms Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC Director
The Senate has confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the new director of the CDC, filling the position that has been vacant for nearly a year. The confirmation took p
Two individuals reach $81,000 settlement to avoid prison for arson of Tarrytown Lighthouse
Elvin Ayavaca and Richard Joseph Barrero have pleaded guilty to arson charges for their involvement in the burning of the Tarrytown Lighthouse. They have reache
Senate Committee to Vote on Contempt Resolution for Anthony Fauci
The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee will vote on a resolution to hold Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress after he invoked the Fif
US officials address concerns over low munitions supplies
US officials have countered reports about low stockpiles of air defense interceptors, which experts say could compromise national security. The concerns stem fr
Trump administration detains military spouses and parents amid immigration policy changes
The Associated Press reports that the Trump administration has detained more than 50 parents and spouses of active-duty U.S. military members. This is part of a
Bella Thorne discusses impact of blackmail attempt and public backlash
Bella Thorne shared her experience with a blackmail attempt in 2019, where she released her own nude photos to regain control. She highlighted the emotional tol
Ride malfunctions at Ocean City Boardwalk, leaving riders suspended
A malfunction on the Wipe Out ride at the Ocean City Boardwalk in New Jersey left riders suspended upside down. Video footage captured the incident, prompting r
El-Sayed Wins Michigan Senate Seat, Testing Progressive Movement's Strength
Abdul El-Sayed has won the Michigan Senate seat, which will serve as a measure of the progressive movement's impact in a swing state. The movement has already d
Economic Policy Institute estimates deportation costs at $2,358 per taxpayer
The Economic Policy Institute estimates that the mass deportation efforts during President Trump's administration would cost American taxpayers approximately $2
Republican Nomination in Michigan Primary Goes to Tom Smith
Tom Smith won the Republican nomination in the Michigan primary, defeating Amir Hassan. Hassan had intended to challenge incumbent Democrat Kristen McDonald Riv
Republican Primary in Michigan Results in Nomination for Tom Smith
Tom Smith has been nominated as the Republican candidate to compete against Representative Kristen McDonald Rivet in Michigan. Amir Hassan, another candidate in
Republicans Support Thomas Smith Following Primary Win Against Amir Hassan
Thomas Smith has gained support from Republicans after winning a primary election against Amir Hassan, who was backed by Trump. Smith, who had suspended his cam
Seventy Arrested in Mississippi Child Exploitation Operation
Seventy arrests were made in Mississippi during Operation Muddy Waters, a two-week initiative targeting child exploitation and previously convicted sex offender
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Criticizes Journalist Over Federal Reserve Report
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent criticized journalist Nick Timiraos for reporting on his request for the Federal Reserve to assist Japan's currency. Bessent's
Senators request investigation into Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool issues
Senators Martin Heinrich and Sheldon Whitehouse have called for an investigation by the Office of the Inspector General into issues related to the Lincoln Memor
North Carolina Republican Representative Chuck Edwards Withdraws from Re-Election Race
Representative Chuck Edwards of North Carolina has withdrawn his candidacy for re-election, leaving the Republican Party without a candidate as the election app
North Carolina Republican Representative Chuck Edwards Withdraws from Re-Election Race
Chuck Edwards, a Republican Representative from North Carolina, has decided to withdraw from his re-election campaign. His announcement comes with limited time
Mass funeral held for 112 individuals killed in Gaza City airstrike
On August 5, 2026, a mass funeral was conducted for 112 individuals in Gaza City. Their remains were found in buildings that were destroyed during the conflict
FIFA President Gianni Infantino to Continue in Role After Executive Support
FIFA President Gianni Infantino will stay in office following a meeting where senior executives expressed their support. The organization admitted to having mad
Gianni Infantino Remains FIFA President After Apologizing for Investment Plan Errors
Gianni Infantino has retained his position as FIFA president after receiving support from senior executives. He apologized for errors related to his controversi
Gianni Infantino Remains FIFA President After Apologizing for Investment Plan Errors
Gianni Infantino has retained his position as FIFA president after receiving support from senior executives. He apologized for errors associated with his privat
Former Marine Arrested at Trump Golf Course Faces Felony Charges
A former Marine was arrested at a Trump-owned golf course and is charged with multiple felonies. He was reportedly found with weapons, a badge, and notebooks de
Thomas J. Smith Wins Michigan GOP Primary Against Trump-Endorsed Amir Hassan
In the Michigan GOP primary held on August 4, 2026, Thomas J. Smith defeated Trump-endorsed Amir Hassan, securing 50% of the vote compared to Hassan's 33%. Smit
Federal Judge Confirms Termination of TPS for Haiti
A federal judge confirmed that her earlier order blocking the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti is no longer valid, following a Supreme
Israeli Forces Conduct Military Operation in Qalandiya Refugee Camp
Israeli forces have begun a military operation in the Qalandiya refugee camp in the occupied West Bank. Further details about the operation have not been provid
Nikita Bier resigns as head of product at X
Nikita Bier has stepped down from his role as head of product at X after serving for just over a year. He characterized the position as a demanding full-time co
Police use tear gas on supporters of Imran Khan in Rawalpindi
Police in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, used tear gas on August 5, 2026, to disperse supporters of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The incident took place
Travis Kalanick's robotics startup Atoms appoints former Uber finance chief as CFO
Atoms, a robotics startup founded by Travis Kalanick, has appointed a new chief financial officer, previously the finance chief at Uber. This appointment comes
Francesca Hong Clarifies Views on Thanksgiving Holiday
Francesca Hong, a Wisconsin state representative and gubernatorial candidate, has clarified her position on Thanksgiving after a previous social media post sugg
White House Confirms Redesign of Helipad for Marine One Helicopter
The White House is redesigning a helipad on the South Lawn to accommodate a new, larger Marine One helicopter. A White House official indicated that the changes
Abdul El-Sayed Faces Challenges After Primary Victory in Michigan Senate Race
Abdul El-Sayed, after winning a tight primary in Michigan, is calling for unity among Democrats as he prepares for the general election against Republican Mike
El-Sayed Calls for Unity After Primary Victory Amid Party Divisions
Abdul El-Sayed, after winning the Michigan Democratic Senate primary, called for party unity while maintaining his progressive platform. His victory margin was
Iran and Oman Near Agreement on Strait of Hormuz Shipping Route
Iran's foreign ministry has indicated that it is close to finalizing an agreement with Oman concerning a shipping route in the Strait of Hormuz. Specific detail
Iran and Oman Near Agreement on Strait of Hormuz Shipping Route
Iran's foreign ministry has indicated that it is close to finalizing an agreement with Oman concerning the shipping route in the Strait of Hormuz. No further de
Meta introduces Muse Code, an AI tool for software development
Meta has launched Muse Code, an AI agent aimed at improving coding efficiency for large software projects. The tool is designed to handle complex tasks in softw
Russian missile strikes in Kyiv region result in 17 fatalities
Russian missile strikes on Kyiv and its surrounding region have led to 17 fatalities and many injuries, as reported by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The attack
Trump discusses economic agenda in Las Vegas; El-Sayed wins primary in Michigan
President Trump is in Las Vegas to speak about his economic policies, including his 'no tax on tips policy.' Meanwhile, El-Sayed has secured a primary victory i
Abdul El-Sayed Wins Michigan Democratic Senate Primary
Abdul El-Sayed has secured victory in the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate in Michigan. The election was held on August 5, 2026.
Trump's legal team seeks to block BBC access to financial records
Donald Trump's legal team is trying to block a court order that would give the BBC access to his financial records as part of a $10 billion lawsuit. Trump alleg
D.C. Voters to Decide on Foie Gras Ban in November Ballot
Washington, D.C. voters will have the opportunity to vote on a ban on foie gras in the upcoming November ballot. The initiative, which has garnered enough suppo
US offers over $100 million in rewards for eight Jalisco cartel leaders
The US government has announced rewards exceeding $100 million for information on eight leaders of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. This move aims to weaken t
Hasan Piker's Role in Democratic Politics: Influence and Controversy
Democrats are evaluating the influence of progressive streamer Hasan Piker in the context of digital media following the 2024 election. Piker's support for cand
DOJ Investigates OpenAI's Employee Sponsorship Practices
The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating OpenAI for its practices related to employee sponsorship for green cards. The DOJ claims that OpenAI failed to a
Republicans Target Abdul el Sayed in Michigan Senate Race
Republicans are actively working to define Abdul el Sayed, the Democratic Senate nominee in Michigan, as a far-left candidate. This includes coordinated adverti