Establishment Democrats Make Their Last Stand In Michigan
Democratic voters head to the polls Tuesday with an opportunity to deal a deathblow to their party establishment — or halt the socialist takeover of the party in its tracks. Far-left firebrand Abdul El-Sayed and establishment favorite Haley Stevens are competing for the chance to take on Trump-endorsed Republican Mike Rogers. Stevens, a sitting Congresswoman, has the backing of major Democratic figures like Gretchen Whitmer and Chuck Schumer, but El-Sayed has seen an infusion of energy from Bernie Sanders and “the squad.” The contentious election has become a microcosm of the ideological and racial divisions reshaping and causing headaches for the Democratic Party nationwide. Socialist supporters view El-Sayed as their best chance to prove the movement can win in a battleground state.
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The Daily Wire and New York Post both report that El-Sayed is backed by Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, while The Hill and CBS News attribute the same support to El-Sayed. The Washington Examiner and UPI do not mention specific endorsements for El-Sayed beyond those of Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez. The Daily Wire and New York Post describe the race as a “battle for the soul” of the Democratic Party, while The Hill and CBS News refer to it as a test of the moderate vs. hardcore progressive split. The Daily Wire and New York Post note that El-Sayed is running on progressive policies like Medicare for All and has been an outspoken critic of Israel’s government and the war in Gaza, while CBS News and The Hill attribute these positions to El-Sayed. The Daily Wire and New York Post mention that Stevens is a proponent of a two-state solution, while CBS News and The Hill attribute this to Stevens. The Daily Wire and New York Post report that Stevens has received an influx of funding from pro-Israel groups, while CBS News and The Hill attribute this to Stevens. The Daily Wire and New York Post describe the race as a “battle for the soul” of the Democratic Party, while The Hill and CBS News refer to it as a test of the moderate vs. hardcore progressive split.
Cornyn reaches deal on 'anti-weaponization fund' to allow Blanche nomination to advance
Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) have reached an agreement with the Justice Department to end the $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund, which was part of a settlement with President Trump. This deal has paved the way for Cornyn to vote to advance Todd Blanche’s nomination to serve as attorney general. The Senate Judiciary Committee is scheduled to vote on Blanche’s nomination on Tuesday. Blanche posted a signed memo on social media late Sunday night formally rescinding the fund and an unsigned statement from the Justice Department clarifying the terms of a settlement with Trump and his family granting them immunity from audits related to past tax returns. The acting attorney general stressed that the deal only applies “retroactively.” Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) has scheduled an executive business meeting of the panel at 9 a.m. EDT on Tuesday to vote on Blanche’s nomination.
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The Hill and New York Post both state that Blanche’s memo rescinds the fund and that the Justice Department issued a formal order terminating it. The Guardian and Axios note that the documents Blanche released only rescind the prior order creating the fund but do not modify the original settlement agreement, which could still allow for the fund to be revived. The Guardian and Axios also highlight that legal experts and Democrats argue the assurances are not legally binding and could be reversed by Trump. The New York Post and The Hill mention that the fund was part of a settlement with Trump and his family, while The Guardian and Axios clarify that the settlement included broader immunity for Trump and his family from audits.
Rep. Max Miller denies domestic abuse allegations, faces expulsion talks by House Democrats
Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) has denied allegations of domestic abuse from his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, and their daughter, stating he will not drop his reelection bid. House Democrats are privately discussing whether to push for his expulsion from Congress, with some lawmakers expressing frustration over the allegations. Miller, who has been in a legal battle with Moreno over custody, has accused her of fabricating claims and called her mental health into question. His ex-father-in-law, Sen. Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio), has publicly called for Miller to resign, stating he is a danger to his family. Meanwhile, the House Ethics Committee has launched an investigation into the allegations, which could take months to complete.
Miller's campaign claims internal polling shows him in a strong position for reelection, despite the controversy. Democrats have called for a robust ethics inquiry and some have suggested expulsion if Miller refuses to resign. However, Democratic leadership has expressed caution, citing due process concerns and the logistical challenges of acting before the November election. Republicans have also raised due process concerns, with House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) stating the Ethics Committee will handle the investigation. President Trump, who called Miller on Monday, expressed doubts about his ability to win in November but did not comment on the allegations directly.
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Axios reports that some Democrats are focused on helping Democrat Brian Poindexter unseat Miller in November rather than expelling him before then, while CBS News states Miller's campaign claims internal polling shows him ahead. The Hill notes that if Miller withdraws by Tuesday, Ohio GOP officials must hold a special primary to replace him, a detail not included in Axios or NPR. Slate attributes the call for Miller to resign to Sen. Bernie Moreno, while Axios and CBS News both mention this, but Axios adds that Moreno had hoped to keep the matter private until Miller's behavior made it impossible.
Pirro Arrives At White House After Trump Says She ‘Choked,’ ‘Folded Like an Umbrella’
President Donald Trump criticized U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro on Monday, accusing her of “choking” and “folded like an umbrella” after her office dropped criminal charges against a former Olympian accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Trump expressed frustration with Pirro, who was appointed U.S. attorney in part because of her close relationship with the president. Pirro’s office determined that the damage to the pool stemmed from faulty construction rather than vandalism. The Daily Wire reported that the White House referred back to Trump’s public comments without offering further clarification. Pirro moved to drop criminal charges against David Hearn, a former Olympian, whom prosecutors accused of deliberately damaging the pool during a renovation project. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia blamed “flawed installation” by a contractor for the damage, admitting that newly produced evidence “undermines the evidentiary basis” for the indictment.
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The Daily Wire and The Guardian both report Trump used the phrase “folded like an umbrella,” while Straight Arrow News and The Hill attribute the phrase to Trump without specifying the exact wording. The Hill and The Guardian mention Trump’s claim that the judge was “extremely unfriendly” to Pirro, while The Daily Wire and Straight Arrow News attribute this claim to Trump as well. The Hill and The Guardian report that Interior Secretary Doug Burgum echoed Trump’s claims about vandalism, while The Daily Wire and Straight Arrow News do not mention Burgum’s comments. The Daily Wire and The Guardian note that Trump referred to the judge as “vicious,” while Straight Arrow News and The Hill do not include this characterization.
Man armed with pistol arrested at Trump’s Southern California golf course
A 38-year-old man, Jeanine John Taele, was arrested on Sunday near Trump National Golf Club in Rancho Palos Verdes, California, after federal agents observed him taking photographs and videos of security-planning activities. During the arrest, deputies recovered a 16-round magazine containing hollow point ammunition from Taele’s pants pocket. A subsequent search of his vehicle uncovered a loaded pistol with a round chambered, along with an additional loaded magazine containing hollow point ammunition. Taele was arrested on charges of carrying a concealed firearm and possession of prohibited ammunition. Federal and local law enforcement agencies, including the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force and the U.S. Secret Service, are investigating the incident. A search warrant was obtained for Taele’s home, where authorities found an illegally modified AR platform rifle, body armor, multiple notebooks with “concerning statements,” and other items. The arrest occurred days before President Trump was scheduled to attend a Republican National Committee event at the golf course.
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The Washington Examiner and UPI both mention that Taele was arrested on Sunday, while the New York Post states the arrest occurred on Sunday as well. The Daily Wire and Just The News report that Taele was arrested after being observed taking photographs and videos of security-planning activities, which is also noted by the Washington Examiner and UPI. The New York Post adds that Taele described himself as a USMC Veteran on his social media profile, a detail not included in other accounts. The Daily Wire and UPI both mention that Taele was charged with possession of an unregistered short-barreled rifle, a felony, while the Washington Examiner and Just The News do not specify the exact charges beyond concealed firearm and prohibited ammunition. The New York Post and UPI note that Taele was previously charged with firearms-related crimes in 2025, a detail not included in other accounts.
House Ethics Committee Recommends Censure Of GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards Over Workplace Misconduct
The House Ethics Committee recommended censure of Republican North Carolina Rep. Chuck Edwards over findings of persistent unprofessional and inappropriate conduct towards two young female staffers. The report details a pattern of behavior including lavish gifts, comments on appearance, private dinners, and affectionate notes. Edwards denied any sexual or romantic intent, but the committee found his conduct would appear otherwise to a reasonable observer. The investigation, which included 16 witnesses and over 1,500 pages of evidence, concluded that Edwards' actions created a hostile work environment and violated House rules on sexual harassment and unwanted advances.
The committee's report, released after months of investigation, found no evidence of sexual activity or explicit propositions, but noted that Edwards' behavior likely violated provisions in the House code of conduct. The report also mentions that Edwards continued contacting the staffers after they left his office, including sending handwritten letters and arranging surprise events. The findings were based on testimony from staff and interviews with Edwards, who cooperated with the investigation.
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The Guardian and Straight Arrow News both mention that the committee found no evidence of sexual activity or explicit propositions, while The Daily Caller and Axios include specific examples of gifts, including jewelry, designer handbags, and a custom puzzle with an Adam Sandler image. The Guardian and Straight Arrow News refer to the staffers as "Staffer 1" and "Staffer 2," while The Daily Caller and Axios provide more detailed descriptions of the gifts and interactions. The Guardian and Straight Arrow News note that Edwards' campaign criticized the report, while The Daily Caller and Axios include quotes from Edwards' campaign and legal representatives. The Daily Caller and Axios mention that Edwards sent a handwritten letter calling one staffer "the most amazing woman," while The Guardian and Straight Arrow News do not specify the content of the letter.
Trump says ExxonMobil, Chevron 'made too much money' over Iran war
President Donald Trump criticized ExxonMobil and Chevron for making "too much money" during the Iran war, citing their record profits. The companies reported combined $26.5 billion in second-quarter profits, with Chevron's profits increasing by 400% compared to the same period in 2025 and ExxonMobil reporting more than double the previous year's earnings. Trump urged the companies to cut retail prices, arguing that high gas prices have spiked to nearly $4.10 per gallon. Brent crude prices fell nearly 5% to $83 per barrel on Monday, with experts attributing the drop to softening rhetoric from the White House.
Trump's comments came as the U.S. and Israel launched attacks on Iran, disrupting global oil markets and causing oil prices to soar. The conflict led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping route, and contributed to record profits for the oil companies. Analysts noted that the war has created a shortage, allowing oil companies to capitalize on higher prices. Trump also mentioned that he would "let the families" sort out the Max Miller allegations, though no details were provided.
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UPI reports Chevron's profits increased by 400% compared to the second quarter of 2025, while Washington Examiner and ABC News state the increase is compared to the same period last year. ABC News and Straight Arrow News mention Chevron's profits rose to $12 billion, while UPI and Fox Business report $12.2 billion. The Guardian notes Chevron's profit was fivefold compared to the same period last year, while others state a 400% increase. Fox Business and The Guardian mention that oil prices reached $100 a barrel during the war, while UPI and Washington Examiner report prices peaked at $119 a barrel. The Guardian also includes BP's profit increase, which is not mentioned in other accounts.
State Department revokes Brazilian ambassador's visa amid diplomatic dispute
The U.S. State Department revoked the visa of Brazil’s ambassador to the United States, Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti, in retaliation for Brazil’s refusal to approve President Donald Trump’s nominee for U.S. ambassador to Brazil, Daniel Perez. The decision was described as a reciprocal response to Brazil’s denial of visas to two American diplomats last month. The State Department said the move was part of an ongoing diplomatic dispute, with Brazil accused of delaying the approval of Perez, a Florida House Speaker and close ally of Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
The State Department official stated that Brazil’s ambassador would need to reapply for a visa if she left the U.S., and that the visa could be reinstated if Brazil accepts Trump’s nominee. The official also noted that the U.S. had communicated with Brazil for weeks and that the Brazilian government had continually delayed and obfuscated its response. The dispute has been linked to Brazil’s upcoming October election, with Lula facing Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, the son of former president Jair Bolsonaro, who is a close political ally of Trump.
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Just The News and The Guardian both state that the State Department said Brazil withheld formal approval of Perez, while CBS News and FOX News refer to Brazil’s refusal to approve the nominee. The Guardian and CBS News mention that Brazil denied visas to Riley Barnes and Samuel Samson, while FOX News and New York Post also include this detail. The New York Post and BBC note that Brazil accused the U.S. of breaching diplomatic norms by announcing Perez’s nomination before seeking approval, a claim not explicitly made by the other outlets. The Guardian and BBC attribute the claim about Brazil’s accusation of U.S. interference in elections to Brazil’s government, while the New York Post and CBS News attribute it to Brazilian officials.
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Cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to two deaths prompts nationwide lettuce supply chain disruption and safety concerns.
CDC reportedly expands scope of US cyclosporiasis outbreak to 15 states
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reportedly expanded the scope of the largest known cyclosporiasis outbreak to 15 states. The expansion includes the addition of six states, according to the Washington Post, which cited three people familiar with the matter. Those states were Arkansas, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire and North Carolina, according to a fourth person familiar with the matter who spoke to the paper. A spokesperson from Arkansas’s health department confirmed the outbreak expansion to the Guardian. As of 28 July, the CDC had recorded 6,707 laboratory-confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis, along with approximately 11,500 suspected cases awaiting confirmation. Cases have been reported in 45 states since May, although most of the suspected cases have been concentrated in Michigan and Ohio.
The Food and Drug Administration is still investigating six cyclosporiasis outbreaks, but has identified iceberg lettuce produced by Taylor Farms de Mexico as the source of one outbreak. In response, Taylor Farms voluntarily recalled lettuce distributed to restaurants in 27 states and grocery stores in 15 states. On 24 July, the CDC announced that the outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce had expanded to four additional states – Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma and Pennsylvania. As of that date, illnesses associated with the outbreak had been reported in nine states. Michigan, the state hardest hit by the outbreak, reported the first two US deaths linked to the disease since the outbreak began.
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The Guardian reports that the CDC expanded the outbreak to 15 states, including Arkansas, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire and North Carolina, and that Michigan reported two deaths. Fox Business states that the outbreak has been linked to two deaths in Michigan and that the CDC has not confirmed a positive test result for Cyclospora, while the Guardian notes that the FDA has identified iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico as the source of one outbreak.