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Politics

Federal, state, and local politics; elections; policy

Washington Examiner

Kennedy Center Board Decides Not to Restore Trump's Name to Building

The Kennedy Center's board has decided not to restore President Donald Trump's name to the building, reversing a previous decision. This comes amid ongoing legal challenges, with Rep. Joyce Beatty urging for an expedited court ruling on the matter. The board had previously voted to change the name to the Trump-Kennedy Center in December 2025, but a court order led to the removal of Trump's name in June.

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Deutsche Welle

Bangladesh Parliament to Elect President Alamgir

Bangladesh's parliament will elect Alamgir as president, with the ruling party holding a significant majority. Alamgir, a veteran politician from the BNP, is anticipated to secure the position, which is largely ceremonial.

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New York Post

Karen Bass and Nithya Raman Participate in First LA Mayoral Debate

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and Councilmember Nithya Raman took part in the first debate of the general election on August 19, 2026. The debate featured both candidates criticizing each other's records and included numerous interruptions.

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Fox News — Politics

Missouri Judge Rules on Congressional Redistricting Ahead of Midterm Elections

A Missouri judge ruled that the state's referendum process cannot challenge congressional maps, allowing a Republican-friendly map to remain in effect for the 2026 elections. The decision supports Republican Secretary of State Denny Hoskins and is part of a broader national redistricting effort by Republican-led states.

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The Hill

Air Force Major Detained Again Following Capitol Protest

U.S. Air Force Major Jason Watson has been placed in pretrial confinement after being detained again. This follows his earlier arrest during a protest at the U.S. Capitol where he called for President Trump's impeachment.

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nbcnews.com

Mike Lindell Proposes Full Recount After Minnesota GOP Primary Loss

Mike Lindell has announced plans to fund a recount in the Minnesota GOP primary for governor, where he lost by 11 percentage points. He has contacted the Minnesota secretary of state for cost estimates and intends to submit an official recount request. Lindell claims to have found irregularities in the election data and continues to challenge previous court rulings related to his claims of election fraud.

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cbsnews.com

Mike Lindell to Fund Hand Recount Following Minnesota GOP Primary Loss

Mike Lindell has announced he will fund a hand recount of the Minnesota GOP primary results after losing to Lisa Demuth by 11 percentage points. The recount, estimated to cost $825,000, is permitted under state law, and Lindell must submit a request and payment by August 24. No evidence of fraud has been found in the primary results.

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BBC — Business

Trump warns of economic consequences for countries aiding Iran

Donald Trump has warned that countries aiding Iran may face significant economic consequences. This statement comes after a 60-day ceasefire expired on August 20, 2026, amid ongoing conflict without a clear resolution.

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BBC — World

Trump warns of economic consequences for countries aiding Iran

Donald Trump has warned that countries aiding Iran may face significant economic consequences. This warning comes after a 60-day ceasefire expired on August 20, 2026, with no clear path to resolving the ongoing conflict.

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Guardian — US

Trump Conducts Tour of White House Renovations

On August 19, 2026, Donald Trump conducted a press tour of the White House grounds, showcasing renovations he is overseeing. The tour included features such as a new granite driveway and a newly constructed helipad.

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Fox News — Politics

Chinese National Charged with Fraudulent Voting in Massachusetts

Yupeng Sun, a 33-year-old Chinese national in Massachusetts, has been charged with fraudulent voter registration and voting under another person's name in the 2024 presidential election. He allegedly admitted to these actions during a federal investigation and is also accused of impersonating the victim in immigration documents.

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Fox News — Latest

Chinese National Charged with Voting Fraud in Massachusetts

Yupeng Sun, a 33-year-old Chinese national in Massachusetts, has been charged with voter fraud for allegedly impersonating another individual to register and vote in the 2024 presidential election. The U.S. Attorney's Office states that Sun admitted to his actions during a federal investigation. Each charge carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison.

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Fox News — Latest

RNC Criticizes DSA for Praising Fidel Castro and Calls for Rubio's Prosecution

The RNC warned that the DSA's praise of Fidel Castro could negatively impact the Democratic Party in the upcoming elections. Rubio condemned Castro's legacy and the DSA's accusations against U.S. policies, while the White House expressed a desire to improve relations with Cuba, attributing the island's issues to its government.

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