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California and 20 other states that forbid licensed counselors to practice 'conversion therapy' face a free-speech challenge. LA Times
VOA VIEW: As the SC should.
President Trump is now increasingly at odds with his own appointees, a situation poised to boil over as the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals reviews multiple challenges to the administration's use of the National Guard. LA Times
VOA VIEW: As he should.
Rudy Giuliani endorsed fellow Republican Curtis Sliwa for mayor Monday night, blasting both Democratic-front runner Zohran Mamdani and ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who is running as an independent. New York Post
VOA VIEW: Good!
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A top White House aide trolled Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez with a sexually suggestive insult after the socialist congresswoman mocked President Trump's deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller's height. New York Post
VOA VIEW: A sound decision.
Union leaders and Democratic lawmakers say the move would run afoul of a law adopted under President Trump’s first term. New York Times
The somber milestone comes with peace talks underway, hostages from the Hamas-led attack still in Gaza, more than 67,000 Palestinians dead and Israel more isolated than ever. New York Times
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, both architects of President Trump’s plan to end the war, are expected to join mediation efforts between Israel and Hamas. New York Times
VOA VIEW: Hamas can't be delt with.
The president said he would invoke emergency powers to deploy the National Guard if “people were being killed, and courts were holding us up.” New York Times
VOA VIEW: Makes sense.
European officials want to sharply lower the bloc’s quota on tariff-free steel imports, while doubling levies to 50 percent, as President Trump’s tariffs create domino effects. New York Times
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As it did in 2018, the White House plans to dole out relief funds to struggling U.S. farmers who have lost their biggest customer. New York Times
VOA VIEW: China is causing its own problems.
The precious metal is on course for its best year since the 1970s, underscoring unease in financial markets. New York Times
Elon Musk’s electric car company said the new versions would start at around $37,000 and $40,000, prices that bring its cars closer to comparable gasoline vehicles. New York Times
President Donald Trump called on Democrat Virginia attorney general nominee Jay Jones to withdraw from the race after the release of leaked text messages in which Jones made violent remarks about former GOP House Speaker Todd Gilbert, his wife, and children. OANN
VOA VIEW: As he should - only a fool would vote for him.
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A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from deploying National Guard troops to Portland, Oregon, calling the 47th president’s request for additional troops an attempt to sidestep a previous court order. OANN
VOA VIEW: The judge does not have the authority.
President Trump on Tuesday promised that if Chicago leaders cannot get a handle on the city's crime problem, the federal government will take charge. Washington Times
VOA VIEW: As he should.
The Supreme Court will hear arguments in its latest LGBTQ+ rights case Tuesday, weighing the constitutionality of bans passed by nearly half of U.S. states on the practice known as conversion therapy for children. Washington Times
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A Miami activist alleges that city officials violated Florida's open government law when they gifted a sizable plot of prime downtown real estate to the state, which then transferred it to the foundation for Donald Trump's future presidential library. Washington Times
Slovakia's populist Prime Minister Robert Fico said Tuesday his government has approved an agreement with the United States to build an additional nuclear reactor. Washington Times
President Trump on Monday ordered the start of construction on a road to the Ambler Mining District in Alaska to increase access to critical minerals, reviving a project that the Biden administration had nixed. Washington Times
VOA VIEW: Good idea.
Illinois officials made a bid for sanctuary supremacy Monday with Chicago's mayor signing an executive order declaring city property to be "ICE-free zones," and the city and state suing to block President Trump from sending in the National Guard to quell anti-ICE protests. Washington Times
VOA VIEW: Fools!
Tropical Storm Jerry formed Tuesday over tropical waters in the central Atlantic Ocean, the National Hurricane Center said. CBS
VOA VIEW: Be careful.
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"If you only cry when one side's babies die, it means your moral compass is broken, and therefore your humanity is broken," Rachel Goldberg-Polin told CBS News. CBS
Attorney General Pam Bondi is appearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday for a hearing on oversight of the Justice Department. Follow live updates here. CBS
The Supreme Court heard a challenge to a Colorado law banning "conversion therapy" for minors that was brought by a licensed counselor in the state. CBS
VOA VIEW: It should not be allowed.
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A growing number of Americans, squeezed by inflation and elevated interest rates, face the risk of losing their home in foreclosure. CBS
Airports in several U.S. states are seeing flight delays as the government shutdown enters a second week. CBS
Portland residents say daily life continues largely undisturbed, even as the city becomes a political talking point. Small, peaceful protests near a federal immigration facility have continued for weeks. Many locals say they're frustrated by national portrayals of violence, noting that crime in Portland has fallen sharply this year. CBS
VOA VIEW: It is what it is.
Active-duty troops and National Guard members on missions will continue to work with the promise of back pay after Congress passes legislation to fund the government. CBS
The shutdown raises questions about what it would mean for lawmakers themselves — and their paychecks. CBS
A prolonged government shutdown, as occurred in 2018, could lead to long lines at TSA checkpoints and economic losses, experts warn. CBS
The federal government was unable to avert a lapse in funding. Here's a look at the 14 other shutdowns that have occurred since 1980. CBS
VOA VIEW: Good reading.
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker and Attorney General Kwame Raoul filed a lawsuit to stop National Guard members from Texas and other states being sent to Chicago. The suit follows protests over immigration raids and claims of excessive force by federal agents. CBS
VOA VIEW: Too bad.
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments in a case brought by Colorado therapist Kaley Chiles, who says state restrictions on conversion therapy for minors violate her rights. The Trump administration supports her, while LGBTQ+ advocates say the ban is essential to protect vulnerable youth from damaging and unscientific practices. CBS
VOA VIEW: It should not happen.
Soybean farmers have been hit particularly hard, as China boycotts American soybeans. CBS
Democrats have refused to vote for any funding legislation unless it includes an extension of Obamacare subsidies, which are due to expire before January. CNBC
VOA VIEW: Republicans should hold tight,
The new IRS CEO, Frank Bisignano, is also Commissioner of the Social Security Administration. Here's why the dual role worries policy experts, consumer advocates. CNBC
Macron now has to choose a new PM, opt for new parliamentary elections or resign. CNBC
President Trump has complained for years about New York Attorney General Letitia James, who won a lawsuit accusing him and his company of business fraud. CNBC
Residents in liberal San Francisco lash out at soft-on-crime policies, saying justice reform has gone too far after deadly crash case sparks fury. FOX News
A prominent Phoenix drag queen has been charged with having sex with a 13-year-old boy whom he met via a dating application, according to a report. FOX News
VOA VIEW: She should get a hard sentence.
ICE and Oklahoma Highway Patrol arrested 120 illegal immigrants during a three-day operation targeting threats to public safety along I-40 in Oklahoma. FOX News
VOA VIEW: Good!
Federal agents arrested Chicago resident Juan Espinoza Martinez for allegedly offering $10,000 to kill a Border Patrol officer involved in Operation Midway Blitz. FOX News
VOA VIEW: He should get a tough sentence.
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Professor Eman Abdelhadi faces felony charges after violent confrontations with police at Broadview, Illinois, ICE facility riots that led to multiple arrests. FOX News
VOA VIEW: Hit him hard.
Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling denies stand-down orders after weekend ramming incidents involving federal agents and warns protesters about deadly force. FOX News
Chicago police report 22 shootings over a three-day weekend period, resulting in 29 victims and four murder cases across the city during the violence. FOX News
VOA VIEW: Crazy!
FBI Director Kash Patel announced arrests of Marimar Martinez and Anthony Ian Santos Ruiz for allegedly ramming DHS agent's vehicle in Chicago attack. FOX News
VOA VIEW: Both should pay much.
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