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Tuesday, May 19, 2026

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10 sources · 17 articles

Trump Backs Navy SEAL to Unseat Massie in Kentucky Primary

Trump-backed challenger Ed Gallrein defeated Rep. Thomas Massie in the Kentucky GOP House primary, underscoring the president's dominance over the Republican Party. Multiple states held primaries with Trump-endorsed candidates prevailing in key races.

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San Diego Mosque Attack Kills Three; Teens Die by Suicide in Suspected Hate Crime

Three people were killed in an attack on an Islamic center in San Diego, with a security guard hailed as a hero. Coverage focused on rising anti-Muslim sentiment and the victims' stories.

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Ebola Outbreak in Congo Triggers US Travel Curbs

An Ebola outbreak in Africa has killed over 100, including at least one American, leading to new US travel curbs. Health officials call it a wake-up call amid aid concerns.

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Jury Dismisses Musk OpenAI Lawsuit Over Filing Deadline

Elon Musk lost his federal case against OpenAI, with the jury ruling the suit was filed too late. Testimony featured accusations of lying under oath from both sides.

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Trump DOJ Settlement Creates $1.8 Billion Anti-Weaponization Fund

Trump administration moves on IRS enforcement and potential slush funds draw criticism from experts as possibly illegal or corrupt. Bipartisan concerns emerge over taxpayer privacy.

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AI Data Centers Spur Solar Growth but Lock in Fossil Fuels to 2050

Surging AI needs are driving utility mergers and fossil fuel reliance even as solar grows long-term. Reports detail how data centers are reshaping energy policy and markets.

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Trump Delays Iran Strikes After Gulf Allies Urge Talks

Trump delayed planned military action against Iran citing progress in negotiations and appeals from regional leaders. Iran maintains it will not surrender amid ongoing ceasefire talks.

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House Lags Senate on Prediction Market Trading Ban

Congress is considering a ban on prediction markets despite bipartisan interest. Lawmakers weigh risks and innovation in election and event betting platforms.

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Google I/O 2026 to Spotlight Gemini AI and Android XR Glasses

Google's annual developer conference opens with keynotes on AI tools, Gemini updates, and smart glasses. Industry watchers expect major announcements on infrastructure and developer features.