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Spokane Wildfires Trigger Evacuations, State of Emergency Declared

Wildfires have forced thousands of residents in Spokane, Washington, to evacuate as the state declared a statewide emergency. Multiple fires, including the Old Trails Fire, have burned over 7,000 acres combined, with some areas remaining uncontained. Officials reported that more than 65,000 people were under evacuation orders, and over 600 structures had been destroyed. Washington Governor Bob Ferguson announced the emergency declaration to mobilize resources and coordinate wildfire response efforts. The fires, fueled by extreme heat, strong winds, and dry conditions, have led to hazardous air quality and prompted air quality alerts across eastern Washington.

The fires have overwhelmed local resources, prompting a large-scale emergency response. Firefighters from across the region have been deployed, and the National Guard has been mobilized to assist. Evacuation orders have been issued for neighborhoods northwest of Spokane and around Airway Heights, with some residents ordered to leave immediately due to life-threatening conditions. Officials have urged residents to heed evacuation orders and avoid returning to evacuated areas. The state has also implemented a statewide burn ban through September 30 to prevent further wildfires.

Where the accounts differ

Newsweek and CBS News both report that the Old Trails Fire started on Saturday and had burned over 3,500 acres by Sunday. However, Al Jazeera and The Daily Wire state that the Old Trails Fire had burned over 5,300 acres before Sunday afternoon. The Daily Wire and CBS News mention that the Autumn Lane Fire had grown to 3,351 acres, while Al Jazeera and NPR do not specify the size of the Autumn Lane Fire. The Associated Press reports that a 37-year-old man was arrested for arson in connection with the Old Trails Fire, a detail not included in the other accounts. NPR and CBS News mention that the fires have burned over 425,000 acres in Washington state so far this year, while Al Jazeera and The Daily Wire do not provide this figure.

Trump halts Iran attacks, claims deal perimeters reached

President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that the United States and Israel had agreed to halt new attacks on Iran, provided a deal to end the conflict is reached “rapidly.” Trump claimed that Iran and other Middle Eastern countries asked him to hold off on the attacks because “the perimeters of a deal has been agreed to.” The deal would include the “Immediate, Complete, and Total OPENING OF THE HORMUZ STRAIT” and an end to Iran’s nuclear threat. Trump said the United States and Israel were “locked and loaded and ready to go” but decided to cancel the attack at the request of allies, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar.

The Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global energy supplies, remains closed, with shipping disrupted in the Red Sea by Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen. The war, now in its 156th day, has led to a depletion of U.S. munitions and Patriot anti-missile interceptors, with estimates showing a significant drop from pre-war levels. U.S. military officials have raised concerns about the dwindling supplies, though Trump has dismissed these warnings.

Where the accounts differ

Al Jazeera and UPI both report that Trump claimed Iran and other Middle Eastern countries asked him to hold off on attacks, but Al Jazeera adds that Iran denied the claim, calling it a “new lie.” UPI states that Trump said the request came from Iran and other Middle Eastern countries, while Straight Arrow News and Washington Examiner attribute the request to Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar. New York Post claims that Trump said the request was made by Iran, backed by Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar, while BBC focuses on unrelated political issues and does not mention the deal or the request.

Todd Blanche's nomination back on track after GOP deal

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche secured support from two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, after releasing documents that address concerns about a $1.8 billion fund tied to President Trump's IRS settlement. The senators had previously threatened to block Blanche's nomination unless the Justice Department provided written assurances that the fund was dead and that Trump's tax immunity was limited. Blanche posted two documents, one signed by him and another unsigned, which claim to rescind the fund and clarify the scope of the immunity deal. The documents state that the fund is no longer active and that the immunity applies only to past tax returns and specific parties involved in the lawsuit. Cornyn and Tillis announced they would support Blanche's nomination moving forward.

The deal comes after months of negotiations, with Blanche and his team meeting with committee members and senators. The agreement allows Blanche's nomination to proceed, though some legal experts and Democrats argue the documents do not fully address concerns about the fund's potential revival or the scope of Trump's immunity.

Where the accounts differ

NPR states that the unsigned document addresses the scope of the tax immunity deal, clarifying it applies only to Trump, his sons, and the Trump organization, and is limited to past tax returns. The Hill and The Guardian report that the unsigned document does not modify the original settlement agreement and leaves the immunity deal unchanged. UPI and The Guardian note that the documents do not alter the original settlement, which remains in place. The Guardian and The Hill mention that legal experts like Brandon DeBot argue the documents do not provide binding guarantees and could be reversed by Trump. FOX News and The Hill report that the fund was never operational, with no money transferred or claims processed.

Thousands of Migrants Remain in Spanish City After Border Surge

A mass migration surge from Morocco into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta overwhelmed the city, with thousands of migrants remaining on Monday. Spanish officials reported that about 69,500 people had returned to Morocco in the last four days, though some accounts estimate the initial crossing was between 50,000 and 60,000. The death toll stands at 72, with some fatalities attributed to drowning and others to a stampede near a breakwater barrier. Migrants who left the city said they turned back after shops closed and left them without food, and faced hostility from local residents. Ceuta leader Juan Jesus Vivas stated that 3,000 to 5,000 migrants remain, with both reception centers for adults and minors having “collapsed.” Spain’s Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska said the foreign intelligence agency CNI had not warned him of an imminent surge, creating tensions with the Defense Ministry. The U.S. State Department expressed support for Spain against what it called an “egregious violation of their sovereignty and human rights.”

Where the accounts differ

The Daily Wire reports that 69,500 migrants returned to Morocco in the last four days, higher than the first estimates of 50,000 who crossed into Ceuta on Thursday, while the Associated Press states that 60,000 migrants crossed into Ceuta, with 50,000 to 60,000 returning to Morocco by Sunday. The Daily Wire also mentions a death toll of 83, while the Associated Press and FOX News report 72 deaths. The Christian Science Monitor and The Free Press note that the exact reason for the surge remains unclear, with the Christian Science Monitor citing a recent Supreme Court ruling that may have influenced the migration, while The Free Press suggests the surge was a provocation orchestrated by Morocco. The Nation claims that Moroccan intelligence agents were among the crowd, and that the surge was a response to Spain’s diplomatic actions, a claim not made by other outlets.

AIPAC and outside groups spent over $60m in Michigan Senate race

Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive epidemiologist and former public health official, is running against Rep. Haley Stevens in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary. The race has drawn significant attention due to the large amount of outside spending, with AIPAC and other groups spending over $60m. AIPAC’s election arm, United Democracy Project (UDP), has spent over $30m on the race, according to FEC records. The Center for Democratic Priorities, a dark-money group, has spent about $6.5m on ads supporting Stevens, bringing the total to more than $60m. The race is seen as a key test for the Democratic Party’s future, with El-Sayed representing the left flank and Stevens backed by establishment figures.

El-Sayed has criticized the amount of corporate PAC spending in favor of Stevens, particularly the millions from AIPAC. The winner of the primary will face former Congressman Mike Rogers, the likely Republican nominee, in November. The race has also become a focal point for debates over Israel policy, with El-Sayed criticizing Israel’s actions in Gaza and Stevens receiving support from figures like Sen. Chuck Schumer and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Where the accounts differ

Al Jazeera and The Guardian both report that AIPAC and other groups have spent over $60m, with Al Jazeera citing FEC records and The Guardian noting that the total includes dark-money groups. The Guardian mentions that El-Sayed has turned the outside spending against him into a central attack on Stevens, while Al Jazeera does not mention this. The Hill and Washington Examiner both report that Sanders has argued El-Sayed can appeal to working-class Republicans, but The Hill includes specific quotes from Sanders, while Washington Examiner attributes the claim to Sanders without direct quotes. The Free Press highlights the role of Black voters in the race, which is not mentioned in the other accounts. FOX News states that over $80m has been spent on the race, a figure not mentioned in the other accounts.

ICE detainee who illegally re-entered US after deportation dies at Delaney Hall

A 41-year-old Salvadoran national, Edwin Lopez-Cornejo, died after experiencing a medical emergency while in federal custody at the Delaney Hall Detention Facility in Newark, New Jersey. ICE officials confirmed the death on Monday, stating he was transported to University Hospital in Newark and pronounced dead. The official cause of death remains pending a formal medical examination. Lopez-Cornejo was arrested in Plainfield, New Jersey, on June 18 and detained at Delaney Hall pending removal under a reinstated deportation order. He had previously been deported to El Salvador in 2006 after being ordered removed by a federal judge. His death has drawn condemnation from New Jersey officials, including Governor Mikie Sherrill and Mayor Ras J. Baraka, who have called for the closure of Delaney Hall.

Lopez-Cornejo’s mother, Maria Cornejo, spoke publicly about his condition, stating he had diabetes, high blood pressure, and seizures, and had been denied medication while in custody. She last spoke with him on Friday, when he reported numbness on the right side of his face and hand. Immigration advocates and local officials have highlighted ongoing concerns about the facility, including past detainee deaths, medical care, and conditions such as overcrowding and poor food quality. Delaney Hall has also been the site of hunger strikes and protests by detainees.

Where the accounts differ

The New York Post and The Guardian both state Lopez-Cornejo was first apprehended in 2006 and deported to El Salvador, while UPI and ABC News mention he had been in the U.S. for 20 years. The Guardian and Al Jazeera report that Lopez-Cornejo’s mother, Maria Cornejo, spoke about his medical conditions and denied him medication, while the New York Post and UPI do not mention this detail. The Guardian and Al Jazeera also note that Lopez-Cornejo had a 12-year-old daughter, which is not mentioned in the New York Post or UPI accounts. The UPI and ABC News accounts include information about the number of deaths in ICE custody since the start of the Trump administration, which is not present in the other accounts. The New York Post and Al Jazeera mention that Lopez-Cornejo was held at Delaney Hall pending removal pursuant to a reinstatement of his prior removal order, while the Guardian and UPI do not specify the reason for his detention.

Video Shows Good Samaritan Try To Take Out Shooter Who Allegedly Killed 3, Wounded 7 At Fast Food Restaurant

An armed bystander traded gunfire with a rifle-wielding attacker outside an Idaho In-N-Out on Saturday as a rampage unfolded that left at least three people dead and seven hurt, according to the Associated Press. Cellphone footage captured by witness Lane Koehn shows the citizen firing his handgun at the assailant during the chaos in Twin Falls. Koehn saw a man carrying an AR-style rifle step out of the drive-thru before a second man opened fire on him with a pistol. The shooter squeezed off at least three or four rounds. Koehn also saw a wounded In-N-Out worker, bleeding from her chest, being pulled across the parking lot by a coworker. The shooter died at the scene, and police said it appeared the shooter took his own life. The FBI is assisting local police.

The shooting left three people dead and seven others injured at the recently opened restaurant in Twin Falls, a southern Idaho city of about 56,000 residents. Officials said two of the wounded have been treated and released from the hospital, three remain in stable condition and two are still in critical condition. The violence erupted around 2 p.m. at the newly opened restaurant, located in a busy shopping plaza where hundreds of people were nearby when gunfire broke out.

Where the accounts differ

The Daily Wire names the armed bystander as Jordan Salinas and states he used self-defense training after witnessing a 2021 shooting. The Daily Caller and The Guardian do not confirm Salinas’s involvement, with The Daily Caller noting that police have not confirmed the identity of the man in the video or that Salinas was involved. The Washington Examiner also identifies Salinas as the bystander but does not mention his training. The New York Post and The Hill do not name the bystander. The Guardian and The Washington Examiner note that the suspect was identified as Chad Williams, while The Daily Wire and The Daily Caller refer to the suspect as Chad Williams or a man with that name, with The Daily Caller noting that police have not confirmed the identity of the shooter. The New York Post and The Hill do not provide the suspect’s name.