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Wednesday, August 12, 2026

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10 sources · 13 articles

Crowley edges Hong in tight Wisconsin Democratic primary

Moderate Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley narrowly defeated progressive state Rep. Francesca Hong in the Democratic primary for governor, signaling limits to the left-wing wave in the party.

7 sources · 10 articles

Trump Confirms Secret Service Ordered Plane Swap Over Iran Threat

President Trump revealed that the Secret Service ordered him to switch planes mid-flight during last month's NATO summit, using Air Force One as a decoy due to an Iranian missile threat.

5 sources · 5 articles

Demuth Tops Lindell for Minnesota GOP Governor Nomination

GOP nominee Lisa Demuth defeated Trump-endorsed Mike Lindell in the Minnesota governor's race, while progressive Peggy Flanagan won the Democratic Senate primary.

4 sources · 4 articles

July CPI Preview Tests Fed Hike Odds After Weak Jobs Data

July Consumer Price Index data and real earnings figures are due amid debates over inflation trends, Fed policy, and AI-driven economic shifts.

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Jury Finds Instagram, YouTube Liable in Youth Addiction Case

A jury found Instagram and YouTube liable in a landmark case over social media addiction harms to users, with Meta facing additional high-stakes lawsuits.

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Existing Home Sales Drop 1.7% Amid Persistent High Rates

Existing home sales fell 1.7% in July due to record-high prices and elevated mortgage rates, continuing to suppress buyer demand.

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ICE Seeks Up to $20 Million for Conductive Compliance Gloves

Immigration and Customs Enforcement is set to equip officers with gloves that deliver painful electric shocks, drawing criticism over use-of-force concerns.