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PBS NewsHour

Trump to Fund Ads Through Super PAC After Backlash Over Taxpayer-Funded Promotions

President Donald Trump announced he will stop using taxpayer funds for self-promotional advertisements and will instead have his super PAC, MAGA, Inc., cover the costs. This decision follows significant criticism from both political parties regarding the use of federal funds for such ads, which legal experts suggest may violate federal laws.

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Deutsche Welle

Former BND Chief August Hanning Arrested on Espionage Charges

August Hanning, former head of Germany's BND foreign intelligence agency, has been arrested on suspicion of espionage. He is being investigated for allegedly passing on state secrets and has been charged with several offenses, including attempted treason. A BND employee is also facing related charges.

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nbcnews.com

Trump to Fund Campaign Ads After Bipartisan Criticism of Federal Spending

President Trump announced he will personally fund campaign-style ads promoting his administration, ending the use of federal funds for this purpose after bipartisan criticism. The government had spent at least $10 million on these ads, which some lawmakers criticized as propaganda.

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BBC — World

Parti Québécois projected to win Quebec election, posing challenges for Canadian unity

Paul St-Pierre Plamondon has been elected as Quebec's new premier, with the Parti Québécois projected to secure a minority win in the provincial election. This victory may create challenges for Prime Minister Mark Carney, particularly regarding Quebec's independence and immigration policies. Plamondon has expressed intentions to hold a referendum on independence and confront Ottawa on various issues.

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Deutsche Welle

Trump announces future TV ads will be funded by super PAC, not taxpayers

President Donald Trump announced that future television ads featuring him will be funded by his MAGA Inc. super PAC rather than taxpayer money. This decision follows criticism regarding the use of at least $1.5 million in federal funds for previous ads, which have drawn scrutiny from lawmakers and ethics experts.

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Guardian — US

Trump to Fund Pro-Trump Ads with PAC Money After Backlash

Donald Trump stated he will cover the costs of pro-Trump ads funded by taxpayer dollars using money from his PAC, MAGA, Inc. This announcement comes after bipartisan criticism regarding the use of federal funds for the advertisements, which totaled at least $1.5 million.

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Daily Mail

Trump Approves Firing Squad Execution for Nidal Hasan, Convicted of Fort Hood Shooting

President Trump has approved the execution of Nidal Hasan, who was sentenced to death for the 2009 Fort Hood shooting that resulted in 13 deaths. Hasan will be executed by firing squad, becoming only the second person to face this method since 2010. The execution's details will be determined by the Secretary of the Army.

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PBS NewsHour

Cornell Students Protest University’s Response to Alleged Sexual Assault

Students at Cornell University are protesting the school's handling of an alleged sexual assault at a fraternity house, with hundreds attending the first of multiple planned protests. In other news, President Trump cited a threat from Iran as the reason for the U.S. withdrawal of bombers from the U.K., while Dennis Hastert, the former House Speaker, has died at 84. The 2026 Nobel Prize in Medicine was awarded to three scientists for their work in optogenetics.

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New York Times — Politics

Dispute Arises Over Biden-Era Memo on Covid and Schools

A report from the Justice Department revealed significant internal disagreement among career officials regarding a Biden-era memo on threats to school officials, which was criticized for being politically motivated. The memo was issued following a letter from the National School Boards Association and has been described as conflating free speech with terrorism. Several officials who opposed the memo were removed from their positions during the Trump administration.

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Fox News — Politics

FBI Monitored Trump Family Travel and Calls During Classified Documents Investigation

The FBI monitored the travel of Melania Trump and Barron Trump, as well as the phone calls of Susie Wiles, during a classified documents investigation according to newly declassified records. The investigation, named "Plasmic Echo," aimed to determine if Trump improperly retained classified documents after leaving office. White House spokesperson Lauren Bis condemned the surveillance as an abuse of government power.

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Fox News — Latest

FBI Monitored Trump Family Travel and Susie Wiles' Communications During Investigation

The FBI monitored the travel of First Lady Melania Trump and Barron Trump, as well as communications involving Susie Wiles, during a classified documents investigation. Newly declassified records reveal that the investigation, known as Plasmic Echo, was led by special counsel Jack Smith and included surveillance of political figures connected to Trump.

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BBC — World

France Prepares for Nationwide School Protests Following Injuries and Arrests

France is preparing for significant protests on Tuesday, following a week of demonstrations that resulted in injuries and mass arrests among students advocating for increased investment in education. More than 500 schools were affected, and the protests have drawn political responses from various parties, highlighting tensions between the government and opposition groups. The situation has escalated with reports of violence and injuries among protesters.

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ms.now

Sen. Tillis Critiques Defense Secretary Hegseth, Reflects on Relationship with Trump

Senator Thom Tillis, R-N.C., criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth during an appearance on "Morning Joe," expressing regret over his confirmation vote and questioning Hegseth's managerial abilities. Tillis also reflected on his relationship with former President Trump and the Republican Party's adherence to traditional principles.

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ms.now

White House Denies Politico Access to Air Force One

The White House has blocked Politico from accessing Air Force One during President Trump's trip to Nebraska, preventing the outlet from fulfilling its pool reporting duties. This decision continues the ongoing tensions between the Trump administration and certain media outlets, which have previously faced access restrictions. Legal disputes regarding media access to the White House and Air Force One are currently in progress.

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cnn.com

White House Excludes Politico from Air Force One Amid Ongoing Press Access Lawsuit

The White House has barred Politico from traveling on Air Force One, preventing the organization from fulfilling its press pool duties. This follows President Trump's earlier announcement of a ban on Politico, CNN, and MS NOW from the White House, which has led to a lawsuit claiming violations of the First and Fifth Amendments. A hearing regarding the request for a preliminary injunction to secure press access is scheduled for Thursday.

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Washington Examiner

Jack Smith's Team Monitored Susie Wiles' Communications During Investigation

Records released by the White House Government Transparency Task Force indicate that investigators from former special counsel Jack Smith's team monitored Susie Wiles' communications with Donald Trump's attorneys and journalists during the classified documents investigation. The records detail the monitoring of phone contacts and email communications as part of the inquiry into Trump's handling of classified documents.

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Al Jazeera English

Mexico requests evidence regarding border shooting incident

Mexico has requested evidence from the US regarding a cross-border shooting that allegedly targeted US security personnel. President Claudia Sheinbaum stated that Mexico has no evidence of shots fired from its territory. The US has deployed troops to the border in response, while Mexico has also sent forces as part of a joint operation to enhance security.

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PBS NewsHour

Sen. Thom Tillis expresses regret over confirmation votes in new book

Senator Thom Tillis reveals in his new book that his vote to confirm Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is his biggest regret. He also expresses regret over supporting Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health and Human Services secretary. Tillis critiques Trump's influence on the Republican Party and warns of potential authoritarianism while predicting challenges for Republicans in the upcoming midterm elections.

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