Category: USA

President Biden has spoken with former President Trump following an apparent assassination attempt on Trump at a Pennsylvania campaign event. Trump was injured in the incident. The White House confirmed that Biden contacted Trump and will receive an updated briefing from law enforcement about the event on Sunday morning. No further details about their conversation or Trump’s condition were provided.Source:Daily Star

World leaders expressed shock and condemned the assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump at an election rally. The shooting left one bystander dead and two critically wounded. Leaders from Europe, Americas, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East denounced political violence, offered condolences, and emphasized the importance of protecting democratic values. Many wished Trump a speedy recovery and called for dialogue over violence in politics.Source:Daily Star

Democratic Senator Michael Bennet has expressed doubts about President Biden’s election chances, predicting a potential Trump victory. This follows calls from seven congressmen for Biden to step aside. Nancy Pelosi’s comments have also raised uncertainty about Biden’s future. While some Democrats emphasize party unity, others, including Representative Mikie Sherrill, have publicly called for Biden’s withdrawal. The debate continues amid concerns about Biden’s fitness for office and his recent debate performance.Source:Jagonews

Storm Beryl, initially a Category 1 hurricane, has killed at least eight people in the southern United States, primarily in Texas and Louisiana. It caused widespread power outages affecting millions in the Houston area amid dangerously high temperatures. The storm, now downgraded to a post-tropical cyclone, previously caused at least 10 deaths in the Caribbean. President Biden expressed concern about the power outages and extreme heat impacting Texans.Source:Daily Star

In a Fox News interview, Donald Trump predicted Joe Biden will remain in the presidential race despite concerns about his mental fitness. Trump described Biden’s performance in their recent debate as “strange,” with answers that “didn’t make a lot of sense.” He suggested Biden’s ego would prevent him from quitting the race. This was Trump’s first detailed account of the CNN-hosted debate in Atlanta.Source:Daily Star

Tropical Storm Beryl hit southeast Texas, causing three deaths, widespread flooding, and power outages affecting 2.7 million homes and businesses. The storm, which weakened from a Category 5 hurricane, disrupted oil operations and canceled over 1,300 flights. It previously caused 11 deaths in Mexico and the Caribbean. Officials warn of continued flooding and dangerous conditions as the storm moves inland.Source:Daily Star

Boeing has agreed to plead guilty to criminal fraud conspiracy charges related to two fatal 737 MAX crashes. The company will pay a $243.6 million fine and invest $455 million in safety programs. A third-party monitor will oversee compliance. The plea deal, which requires court approval, aims to resolve a US Justice Department investigation but faces opposition from victims’ families. This comes amid ongoing safety concerns following a recent in-flight incident. Source:Daily Star

Iranians voted in a presidential run-off election between moderate Masoud Pezeshkian and hardliner Saeed Jalili. The election follows a first round with historically low turnout, with over 60% of voters abstaining. This vote tests the clerical rulers’ popularity amid voter apathy and regional tensions. The outcome, expected today, is unlikely to significantly change Iran’s policies but will influence the selection of the next Supreme Leader. Ayatollah Khamenei downplayed the low turnout’s significance.  Source:Daily Star

The US Supreme Court’s latest term was marked by rulings with significant impact on the 2024 presidential election. Key decisions included dismissing efforts to bar Trump from the ballot and granting broad immunity to former presidents from criminal prosecution. These rulings, along with others weakening federal agency power and environmental protections, have intensified debates about the court’s political leanings. Public approval of the Supreme Court continues to decline, with calls for reform of lifetime appointments growing. AFP

A 13-year-old boy, Nyah Mway, was fatally shot by police in Utica, New York. The police chief claims the teenager had a realistic-looking replica gun when shot. Mway’s family, Myanmar refugees, demand justice and question the use of lethal force. The incident occurred during a robbery investigation. The police chief states that body camera footage review supports the officers’ actions, while the family believes alternative methods could have been used. Source: NDTV

The New York Times’ editorial board has called for President Joe Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race. In a strongly worded editorial, they described Biden as “the shadow of a great public servant” and his decision to run again as a “reckless gamble.” The board suggested that Biden’s performance in Thursday’s debate with Donald Trump demonstrated his inability to effectively challenge Trump, urging him to step aside for another Democratic candidate. AFP

In the first debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump ahead of the 2024 US presidential election, Biden’s performance was widely criticized as weak and frail, raising concerns about his fitness for office. Trump appeared more presidential but dodged questions and made false claims. Biden’s poor showing has sparked panic among Democrats, with some discussing the possibility of nominating a different candidate. Trump’s refusal to commit to accepting election results also raised concerns. DW

The US launched GOES-U satellite to improve solar flare and coronal mass ejection forecasts. Launched by SpaceX Falcon Heavy, it’s the final in a series of four satellites monitoring various weather phenomena since 2016. GOES-U features a new coronagraph, CCOR-1, allowing continuous observation of the Sun’s corona, enhancing space weather prediction capabilities and potentially mitigating disruptions to Earth’s technologies and infrastructure. Daily Star

Police in North Las Vegas arrested Eric Adams, 57, suspected of killing five people in an apartment complex. Four women and one man were among the victims. A 13-year-old girl was also shot and is in critical condition. The shootings occurred in two different apartments within the same complex on Monday night. The motive for the shootings and details of the arrest were not provided. Victims’ names have not been released. Source Reuters

Joe Biden and Donald Trump will face off in the first 2024 US presidential debate this week, a crucial event in a tight race. The 90-minute clash offers Trump a chance to highlight concerns about Biden’s age, while Biden can emphasize Trump’s legal troubles. Key issues include inflation, border security, and abortion. Both campaigns are preparing intensively, with Biden at Camp David and Trump at Mar-a-Lago. The debate’s format includes new rules to maintain decorum. AFP

Former US President Donald Trump urged evangelical Christians to vote for him in the upcoming election, promising to protect their religious freedom if elected. Speaking at a conservative conference in Washington, Trump emphasized the importance of Christian voters and vowed to defend their interests. He also promised to create a federal task force to fight “anti-Christian bias” and investigate alleged discrimination against Christians in the United States. AFP

Former US President Donald Trump proposes automatically granting green cards to foreign graduates from US colleges, including two-year and doctoral programs. This marks a shift from his typically strict immigration stance. Trump argues this would retain talent and benefit US companies. The announcement comes days after President Biden eased visa rules for spouses of US nationals and simplified work visa processes for certain migrants, while also implementing stricter border policies. AFP

President Joe Biden will announce a program offering a pathway to citizenship for hundreds of thousands of undocumented immigrants who are married to U.S. citizens and have lived in the country for at least 10 years. Around 500,000 spouses and 50,000 children under 21 are expected to be eligible for this large-scale legalization effort, which contrasts sharply with former President Donald Trump’s plans for mass deportations. The move aims to reinforce Biden’s stance on a more humane immigration system.