Politics

Fox News — Latest Aug 10

Sen. Ron Wyden Proposes New Tax on Data Centers Amid Criticism

Senator Ron Wyden has proposed a new tax on data centers, aiming to eliminate existing tax incentives and impose a tax on gross receipts. Critics warn that this could increase costs for internet services used by many Americans. The proposal has sparked debate on its potential impact on the economy and technological development.

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PBS NewsHour Aug 10

Trump signs executive order on childhood vaccine schedule

President Trump signed an executive order on August 10, 2026, aimed at reducing childhood vaccinations and altering the schedule for administering them. The same day, Tropical Storm Dolphin made landfall in eastern China, and discussions were reported between Trump's Board of Peace and Israel after Netanyahu rejected a Gaza peace plan.

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PBS NewsHour Aug 10

Iran demands U.S. reparations before reopening Strait of Hormuz

Iran has insisted on reparations from the U.S. as a condition for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump has rejected these demands, coinciding with rising tensions in Yemen involving Saudi and Iranian forces.

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The Hill Aug 10

U.S. Appeals Court Allows Lawsuits Against Social Media Companies to Proceed

The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that lawsuits against social media companies concerning online safety will proceed, rejecting early appeals from Meta and TikTok. The court's decision emphasizes that Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act does not shield these companies in this context.

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NPR — Politics Aug 10

Alabama conducts second primary election following redistricting

Alabama is holding a second primary election for four Congressional districts after a redistricting process. The changes to the district map have led to confusion among some voters.

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NPR — Top Stories Aug 10

Alabama voters participate in second primary election following redistricting

Alabama is holding a second primary election for four Congressional districts due to recent redistricting. The changes to the district map have caused confusion among voters.

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NPR — Politics Aug 10

Alabama voters prepare for special election following redistricting

Alabama voters will participate in a special election for four Congressional districts due to recent redistricting that reportedly favors Republicans. The changes have created confusion among the electorate.

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PBS NewsHour Aug 10

CISA Holds Conference Call with State Election Officials Ahead of Midterms

CISA held a conference call with state election officials to discuss cybersecurity measures for the midterm elections, which are 85 days away. This marks one of CISA's initial outreach efforts to ensure the security of voting systems.

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Washington Post — Politics Aug 10

GOP Lawmakers Release Texts from Fauci Discussing COVID Vaccine and Pregnancy

GOP lawmakers have made public texts from Dr. Anthony Fauci that address the COVID-19 vaccine in relation to pregnancy. These texts are part of a larger set of over 34,000 messages retrieved from Fauci's iPhone.

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apnews.com Aug 10

Trump Signs Executive Order on Childhood Vaccine Recommendations

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on August 10, 2026, proposing changes to childhood vaccine recommendations, including separating the MMR vaccine into three individual shots. Public health experts have raised concerns about the implications of spacing out vaccinations, while the order has faced criticism from health professionals and lawmakers.

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Guardian — US Aug 10

Ilhan Omar seeks clarification on potential ICE surveillance of political opponents

Representative Ilhan Omar has questioned the Trump administration's potential use of ICE to surveil political opponents after a DHS agent was seen at her town hall meeting in Minnesota. She has called for clarification from the Department of Homeland Security regarding the monitoring of officials in the state.

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Breitbart Aug 10

Trump Criticizes Democrats for Nominating Candidates He Describes as 'Jihadists'

President Donald Trump criticized the Democratic Party for nominating candidates he labeled as 'jihadists' and those who want to abolish the U.S. Senate. He argued that this approach puts Democrats at a disadvantage in the midterm elections.

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Deutsche Welle Aug 10

Turkey's Parliament Approves Law for Reintegrating PKK Militants

Turkey's parliament has approved a law focused on the reintegration of PKK militants into civilian life, marking a significant step in addressing the ongoing conflict with the group. The law does not, however, resolve the status of Abdullah Ocalan, the PKK leader.

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Axios Aug 10

Decline of Congressional Town Halls Observed

The number of congressional town halls is decreasing, with only 11 lawmakers scheduled to hold them in August 2026. Representative Mike Flood continues to host these events, although attendance has declined. He emphasizes the importance of open communication between lawmakers and constituents.

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The Hill Aug 10

Poll shows Roy Cooper leading Michael Whatley in North Carolina Senate race

A poll conducted by Change Research shows Democrat Roy Cooper leading Republican Michael Whatley by 7 points in the North Carolina Senate race. The survey, which included 915 respondents, indicates that 50% support Cooper as the election date nears.

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The Hill Aug 10

Cook Political Report changes Max Miller's seat designation to toss-up

The Cook Political Report has reclassified Rep. Max Miller's Ohio seat from "Likely Republican" to "Toss Up" due to allegations of domestic violence against him. The change highlights the political implications of these allegations, which have been made by his ex-wife, Emily Moreno.

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Washington Examiner Aug 10

Conservative Group Appeals Delaware Campaign Donor Disclosure Law

The Americans for Prosperity Foundation has appealed to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit to overturn a Delaware law requiring donor disclosure for campaign-related spending. The law mandates that nonprofit groups disclose donors who contributed over $100 in the past four years if they spend more than $500 on campaigning. The case raises questions about First Amendment protections and the law's broad scope.

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New York Times — Politics Aug 10

Wisconsin Democratic Primary Race for Governor Concludes

The Democratic primary race for governor in Wisconsin, featuring candidate Francesca Hong, has ended. Hong identifies as a democratic socialist.

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New York Times — US Aug 10

Trump Expresses Desire to Shift Focus Away from Middle East

President Trump indicated a desire to move on from Middle East issues, specifically mentioning a low-key strategy in Iran. He was photographed boarding Air Force One in New Jersey.

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New York Times — Politics Aug 10

Homeland Security Department Increases Efforts to Address Noncitizen Voter Registration

The Homeland Security Department is intensifying its efforts to address the issue of noncitizens on voter rolls, marking a change from its previous approach of not aggressively pursuing deportation for those unlawfully registered. This group is described as relatively small in number.

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