Good morning and welcome to our morning news report. Americans who were freed in a historic prisoner swap with Russia have returned to US soil. Families, friends, and colleagues of Evan Gershkovich, who was released, are beyond thrilled. Top Democratic officials on the Trump shooting task force deny that past roles in impeachment could politicize the probe. The loved ones of 9/11 victims are not happy with the plea deal for the terror defendant, as it brings a lifetime of pain and suffering.
In political news, Harris’s fundraising surge has more than doubled Trump’s haul last month. There is mystery surrounding a potential VP pick for Harris, who abruptly canceled events before the announcement. Republicans are criticizing Biden for delays in providing weapons to Israel. Rubio accuses Biden’s Venezuela policy of feeding Maduro’s strongman image. Harris and Trump campaigns are trading barbs over the hot-button issue of the border.
In media news, Katie Couric admits that Democrats are losing working-class votes. There is controversy surrounding biological males competing against women in the Olympics. JD Vance confronts a reporter about questions on Trump’s race comments. The BBC Chair declines a request for a formal investigation into antisemitism at the company.
In opinion pieces, Harris is consolidating Democrats’ support rapidly, which could have implications for November. Questions arise about Biden’s ability to hand over campaign cash to Kamala. Laura Ingraham says that freedom is the furthest thing from Democrats’ minds. Jesse Watters calls Kamala Harris fake and not a leader. Sean Hannity demands answers from Harris about her changing positions on various issues.
In other news, data shows differences in immigration policies between Biden-Harris and Trump. Fred Morrison, the American who launched the Frisbee, is remembered as a World War II combat pilot and POW. A boxing trailblazer criticizes the Olympics for allowing a boxer with male traits to fight women. Animals in Memphis Zoo are displaying their gymnastic abilities. Senator Eric Schmitt comments on Kamala Harris trying to recast herself. Leon Panetta calls Russia’s actions a form of blackmail.
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