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Illegal Immigrant Sentenced to Four Years and Eight Months for Fatal Truck Crash

Jashanpreet Singh, a 21-year-old illegal immigrant from India, was sentenced to four years and eight months in prison for a truck crash that killed three people in Southern California. The crash occurred in October 2025, and Singh pleaded guilty to vehicular manslaughter. His illegal entry into the U.S. and subsequent release by Border Patrol have sparked discussions on immigration policies.

New York Post

Rick Caruso supports California voter ID ballot measure

Billionaire developer Rick Caruso has contributed $25,000 to a California ballot measure that aims to require voter identification at polls. This move marks a departure from the state's Democratic leadership, including opposition from Governor Gavin Newsom's allies.

Ars Technica

Lawsuit alleges Meta's layoffs were determined by AI systems

A lawsuit against Meta claims that the company's recent layoffs of 8,000 employees were made using AI systems, rather than by human decision-makers. The suit alleges that this approach disproportionately impacted employees with disabilities and those on medical or family leave.

Fox News — Politics

AOC Questions McConnell's Prolonged Absence from Senate

Senator Mitch McConnell has been absent from the Senate since June 14 due to medical issues, prompting Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to question the legality of his prolonged absence. While Republican senators express confidence in his return, Ocasio-Cortez suggests that regulations may be necessary to address the length of absences for lawmakers.

Fox News — Latest

AOC Questions McConnell's Prolonged Absence from Senate

Senator Mitch McConnell has been absent from the Senate since June 14 due to medical issues, leading Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to question the legality of his prolonged absence. McConnell has attributed his hospitalization to complications from polio and pneumonia, while Republican senators have expressed confidence in his return. Ocasio-Cortez has suggested the need for regulations on lawmakers' absences.

The Daily Beast

Howard Stern Show Reduces New Episodes to One Per Week and Lays Off Staff

Howard Stern's show will cut its new episodes from three to one per week, leading to the layoff of dozens of staff members. This change will take effect after Labor Day, and those affected were notified via Zoom. The decision comes amid previous speculation about the show's future and follows Stern's signing of a new three-year contract.

The Atlantic

Marco Rubio's Use of Signal Messaging Under Scrutiny

Secretary of State Marco Rubio's use of the messaging app Signal for official communications is under legal scrutiny due to concerns about record preservation. A federal judge required assurances regarding the preservation of messages from a Signal chat about war plans in Yemen. Advocacy group Democracy Forward is pursuing litigation for Signal chats, while some lawmakers express concerns about the app's security.

Washington Examiner

Senate Democrats Vote Against Defense Bill Amid Iran Conflict

Senate Democrats voted against the National Defense Authorization Act on July 14, 2026, in response to the ongoing conflict in Iran, resulting in a 50-46 vote. The legislation, which typically receives bipartisan support, was opposed by all Democrats, who criticized the bill as a means to facilitate military action in Iran. The vote follows recent escalations in the conflict and a breakdown of a ceasefire.

The Atlantic

U.S. and Venezuela Engage in Humanitarian Efforts Amid Political Tensions

The U.S. has resumed diplomatic activities in Venezuela, raising the flag at its embassy for the first time since 2019, while providing humanitarian aid following recent earthquakes that caused significant devastation. However, the partnership is complicated by the involvement of Venezuelan officials accused of human rights abuses, and concerns remain about the future of democracy in the country amidst ongoing political tensions.