Pressure is mounting on Biden to step down, but many Democrats feel powerless to replace him
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senator Bernie Sanders expresses doubt about President Joe Biden’s chances of winning the election this fall following last week’s debate. However, like most other Democrats in Congress, he does not advocate for Biden to resign. Sanders’ unwavering support for the embattled president underscores the division between the Democratic Party’s leadership and the private discussions of many donors, strategists, and party insiders who are seeking to replace Biden to avoid what they perceive as an inevitable defeat in November. Concerned Democrats increasingly feel that the party is stuck in a primary process designed to protect Biden, with elected officials hesitant to publicly voice what some say in private.
Judge postpones Trump’s sentencing in the hush money case until at least September after a Supreme Court ruling on immunity
Donald Trump’s sentencing in the hush money case has been delayed until at least September 18, offering significant relief to the former Republican president. The judge agreed on Tuesday to postpone the sentencing while considering the potential impact of a recent Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity. Trump, who was convicted in New York for felony charges of falsifying business records, had been scheduled to be sentenced on July 11. Trump, who denies any wrongdoing, has been pushing for delays in several criminal cases.
Significant victories for Trump and blows to regulations characterize a pivotal Supreme Court term
WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump and the conservative interests that supported him in reshaping the Supreme Court have achieved many of their objectives this term. This includes considerable support for Trump’s political and legal aspirations, as well as significant setbacks for the administrative state that they oppose. The court’s decisions spotlight a deep and sometimes contentious rift within a court where conservatives, including three Trump-appointed justices, hold a two-to-one advantage over liberals. These decisions are likely to reinforce the perception among most Americans that the court’s major rulings are driven more by ideology than a neutral application of the law. Chief Justice John Roberts, who had clashed with Trump over judicial independence, delivered some of the most consequential decisions.
Beryl makes its way towards Jamaica as a major hurricane after causing destruction in the southeast Caribbean
ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada (AP) — Hurricane Beryl is moving across the Caribbean Sea as a powerful Category 4 storm towards Jamaica and the Cayman Islands. Beryl’s impact on the southeast Caribbean has led to at least six fatalities. A hurricane warning is in effect for Jamaica, with a hurricane watch for Grand Cayman, Little Cayman, and Cayman Brac. Beryl is projected to decrease in intensity but remain at near major hurricane levels as it passes close to or over Jamaica, the Cayman Islands, and Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. Beryl is the earliest Category 5 storm ever recorded in the Atlantic, fueled by unusually warm waters.
FDA approves a second Alzheimer’s drug that can moderately slow the disease progression
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. health authorities have granted approval for a new Alzheimer’s drug that can modestly slow the progression of the disease. This marks only the second drug that has demonstrated effectiveness in slowing the memory-damaging effects of Alzheimer’s. The FDA has authorized Eli Lilly’s medication for patients with early or mild dementia caused by Alzheimer’s. While not a cure, Kisunla can delay the worsening of memory and cognitive issues by approximately seven months. Last year, the FDA approved a similar drug, Leqembi, from a Japanese pharmaceutical company. Lilly’s drug offers various potential advantages over Leqembi, including requiring only one monthly infusion instead of two.
Hurricane season 2024 has arrived. Here’s how to remain prepared
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla, (AP) — With hurricane season in full swing, emergency management officials are urging residents to stay prepared. This summer’s record-high temperatures nationwide and early storm development highlight the importance of readiness. Hurricane Beryl made history as the first Category 4 storm to form in the Atlantic Ocean in June. Officials emphasize the importance of creating a plan, having an emergency kit, and staying informed throughout the hurricane season. The emergency management director for Hollywood, along Florida’s Atlantic Coast, recommends keeping vehicles fueled in case of evacuation orders and reviewing checklists provided by local authorities to ensure readiness.
Giuliani loses his license in New York as court confirms his repeated falsehoods about Trump’s 2020 election defeat
NEW YORK (AP) — Rudy Giuliani, the former mayor of New York City and legal advisor to Donald Trump, has been disbarred in New York. The Manhattan appeals court found that he made consistent false statements regarding Trump’s loss in the 2020 election. Giuliani, whose New York law license was suspended in 2021 for disseminating false information related to the election, is now prohibited from practicing law in the state effective immediately. Giuliani expressed little surprise at losing his law license in his hometown, attributing it to what he describes as an activist complaint with erroneous arguments.
Deadly strike on a family occurs as Israeli evacuation order sparks panic in southern Gaza city
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Following an Israeli military directive to evacuate a significant portion of Khan Younis in southern Gaza, Palestinian families are fleeing the city. One family sought refuge north in an Israeli-designated safety area, but they were tragically struck by an airstrike on the building, resulting in the deaths of 12 people, including mostly women and children from the family. The evacuation order has also led to a panicked exodus of staff and patients from one of Khan Younis’ primary hospitals, rendering it inoperable as noted by the Red Cross. This latest displacement marks the third in as many months, forcing additional Palestinians into overcrowded tent camps with substandard living conditions.
Stampede at religious gathering in India claims over 100 lives, predominantly women and children
LUCKNOW, India (AP) — Authorities report that over 100 individuals in India lost their lives in a stampede during a religious event as attendees rushed to exit a makeshift tent. The cause of the panic at an event featuring the Hindu figure Bhole Baba in the state of Uttar Pradesh remains unclear, with reports suggesting heat and suffocation in the tent may have contributed. Videos of the aftermath indicate that the structure may have collapsed. Police confirm that at least 116 people, predominantly women and children, perished, while more than 80 others sustained injuries and were admitted to hospitals.
Arthur Crudup, unsung hero behind Elvis’ first hit, remains largely uncompensated
FRANKTOWN, Va. (AP) — Arthur “Big Boy” Crudup played a pivotal role in the inception of rock ‘n’ roll. His 1946 track “That’s All Right” served as the debut single for Elvis Presley. Despite this contribution, Crudup spent his later years working on farms in Virginia’s Eastern Shore, receiving minimal royalties due to an exploitative recording contract. He passed away in 1974. The upcoming 70th anniversary of Presley’s rendition of “That’s All Right” sheds light on Crudup’s legacy, although recognition has been sparse. The bluesman was briefly featured in the 2022 film “Elvis,” and the state of Virginia plans to install a highway marker honoring his memory.
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