President Joe Biden, in the wake of a disastrous debate performance, is taking a page out of his rival’s playbook by embracing a defiant stance. Despite calls for him to step aside, Biden is doubling down on his candidacy, borrowing tactics from former President Donald Trump. The Democratic candidate is facing criticism from within his own party, with Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi and celebrity donor George Clooney expressing doubts about his ability to win against Republican Donald Trump.
Meanwhile, the Israeli military has ordered the evacuation of Gaza City as part of a new offensive against Hamas. The ongoing conflict has prompted mediation efforts by the U.S., Egypt, and Qatar to secure a cease-fire deal. In the U.S., Las Vegas is experiencing record-breaking temperatures as a heat wave continues to scorch the country.
Calls for justice are growing in Milwaukee following the death of a Black man during a struggle with security guards. The incident has heightened tensions in the city, which is preparing to host the Republican National Convention. In sports news, the NBA has agreed to a lucrative new media rights deal that will impact player salaries and how fans access the game.
Pressure is mounting on a Houston power company to restore service quickly following Hurricane Beryl, which left over a million customers without power. In the U.K., British police have arrested a suspect in the killings of three women near London, including the family of BBC radio commentator John Hunt. In entertainment news, actor Alec Baldwin’s involuntary manslaughter trial has begun, with witnesses recounting the chaotic shooting on the set of the film “Rust.”
Finally, a judge is likely to dismiss Rudy Giuliani’s bankruptcy case, although the former mayor will still be responsible for his debts. The case has been surrounded by allegations of bankruptcy law violations and asset concealment. Giuliani’s creditors include two ex-Georgia election workers who won a defamation judgment against him.
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