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#Republicans say they would welcome Sen. John #Fetterman if he leaves the #Democratic Party, potentially boosting their #Senate majority. Fetterman has said he would reconsider his affiliation if Democrats move further away from supporting Israel. www.foxnews.com/politics/rep...
#Wisconsin election officials found probable cause that #ElonMusk violated state election #bribery laws by offering cash prizes to voters during the 2025 #Wisconsin Supreme Court race. Complaints were referred to prosecutors; Musk has not publicly responded. www.forbes.com/sites/sarado...
Former #Maine #Senate President #TroyJackson is poised to become #Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate after Graham Platner dropped out. A #progressive Democrat and former #union-backed lawmaker, he is seeking to challenge #Republican Sen. #SusanCollins. www.usatoday.com/picture-gall...
#Senate #Democrats, led by #Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkley, launched an anti-corruption initiative accusing President #Trump of using presidency for personal & political gain, & released a report calling for reforms to prevent presidential profiteering & strengthen accountability. tinyurl.com/5axphyu4
A #NewYork City Charter Revision Commission advanced a proposal to strengthen city’s Rainy Day Fund, creating a framework for larger reserves. Comptroller Mark Levine urges automatic contributions, withdrawal rules and regular public reporting for #transparency. #NYC tinyurl.com/2h27vr9m
#NewYork City's #Rental #Ripoff Report laid out a roadmap for improving #housing conditions through easier inspection scheduling, recognition of #tenant #unions, stronger code #enforcement & transferring buildings from negligent #landlords to responsible owners. citylimits.org/3-takeaways-...
#NewYork City #RestaurantWeek kicks off Monday across the 5 boroughs; 600+ restaurants offer special prix-fixe menus giving consumers a chance to dine at a wide range of restaurants, including high-end spots at more affordable set prices, while supporting local businesses. ny1.com/nyc/all-boro...
#BernieSanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez joined #Michigan #Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed at a Detroit rally, alongside UAW President Shawn Fain & Rep. Rashida Tlaib, highlighting labor solidarity and #progressive support ahead of the #Democratic #primary. www.detroitnews.com/picture-gall...
#Flock Safety founder Garrett Langley defended the company’s camera network while criticizing groups that oppose its expansion. His comments about privacy activists prompted backlash from critics raising concerns about #surveillance and #transparency. #Messenger www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBP_...
Applying #SupremeCourt’s strict history-based standard, a federal appeals court overturned #NewJersey 's 1990 #assault-weapons ban. The 10-5 ruling states that banning AR-15s & large-capacity magazines lacks a "historical tradition" & violates the 2nd Amendment. www.cbsnews.com/newyork/vide...
Changes to #NewYork's Essential Plan have left about 225,000 people uninsured, according to preliminary state data. Those losing coverage have until Aug. 30 to enroll in other plans, which often have higher #premiums, #deductibles & out-of-pocket costs. #Healthcare www.politico.com/news/2026/07...
#AIPAC removed donation links for 16 #Democratic lawmakers it had endorsed after they voted for an amendment to eliminate U.S. aid to Israel. The lobbying group said it was disappointed by lawmakers who backed the measure, which did not pass. www.nytimes.com/2026/07/18/u...
Sahar Yona sleeps next to 2 phones and a laptop with the volume turned all the way up so she never misses a locksmith call. The 27-year-old spent $7,000 to launch her #NewYork City business and now handles up to 60 jobs a week after a viral TikTok. www.cnbc.com/2026/07/18/h...
House #Republicans advanced a $95 billion #budget that could unlock a reconciliation package with $60 billion for defense, $12 billion for farmers, $10 billion for voter ID grants. #Democrats criticized the plan as prioritizing military spending over affordability. tiffinohio.net/posts/house-...
#Flock AI’s CEO claims they respect democracy, but when towns vote to end contracts, their mass surveillance cameras stay on anyway. In #Cleveland, the safety commission voted 3-1 to drop Flock, but city officials pushed a revote to bypass the public. www.youtube.com/shorts/tj5Xb...
#AOC backed #progressive Sam Forstag won #Montana’s Democratic #primary, will face Republican Aaron Flint in 1st Congressional District race. Forstag focused on working-class, unions & #housing affordability; Flint favorite in GOP district. Democrats see opportunity. www.cbsnews.com/news/montana...
President #Trump endorsed #MikeLindell in #Minnesota's #GOP governor primary, drawing rare public criticism from Republicans, who warn Lindell could hurt GOP candidates statewide; the endorsement reshapes the #primary but could weaken them in the general election. www.youtube.com/watch?v=neiy...
#NewYork City proposed 23 tenant-protection reforms, including requiring #landlords and not renters to pay for credit checks, formally recognizing #tenant unions, investigating every heat complaint, expanding #litigation against negligent landlords and more. #NYC #Mamdani pix11.com/news/local-n...
#Senator John #Fetterman warns he’d leave the #Democratic Party if it officially adopts an anti-Israel platform. While disappointed by House Democrats voting to cut aid, he calls those votes symbolic and remains firm in his support of Israel. www.youtube.com/shorts/NclVa...
2 #Connecticut towns are removing #Flock cameras due to alarming #privacy concerns; FOIA revealed local data was searched x 590,000 in 9 weeks. Flock's national network enables outside agencies to run hundreds of thousands of searches without town knowing who or why. www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEK9...
#Cleveland City Council approved a 6-month compromise for its #Flock cameras, rejecting a full 1-yr renewal. City will seek a new provider and increased penalties for unauthorized data access, following heavy public pushback over #privacy concerns. www.youtube.com/watch?v=36uO...
#PrivateEquity & corporations have expanded into #veterinary clinics & now own ~ 30–50% of practices. Care costs have surged 60% since 2014. Experts warn of high prices, reduced competition & staffing shortages as results of putting profits ahead of #pet care. #Cat #Dog www.pbs.org/newshour/sho...