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Texas cities eye property tax hikes, spending cuts amid yawning budget gaps

Rising costs, slowing tax revenue and a sluggish economy have saddled some of Texas’ biggest cities with multimillion-dollar deficits.

The Texas Tribune

Social Security's 2032 Deadline Is Getting Closer—Now One of Its Biggest House Advocates Is Gone

Rep. John Larson (D-Conn.)’s loss in Connecticut’s 1st Congressional District Democratic primary could affect the political debate over Social Security as Congress faces a projected 2032 funding shortfall.

Benzinga

Republican and Democratic trifectas both enacted more bills increasing agency power than decreasing it in 2026

Welcome to the Monday, Aug. 17, 2026, Brew.

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Cabinet ministers’ mobile numbers found online after Burnham targeted

Revelation about security leak follows person pretending to be senior White House aide contacting prime minister

The Guardian - UK

Sean Duffy Touts $5 Billion Rail Investment, Slams Gavin Newsom’s High-Speed Rail Project: ‘Wasting Billions of Dollars…’

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy on Sunday hailed the President Donald Trump administration’s investment in developing the U.S. rail system, criticizing Gov. Gavin Newsom‘s (D-CA) high-speed rail system.

Benzinga

Who is Hasan Piker – and why are some Australian conservatives outraged about his return to the ABC?

The leftwing commentator has been invited to appear on the Planet America program on Monday night

The Guardian - AU

Bernie Sanders Says 'Our Current Healthcare System Is Broken,' Demands Medicare for All as 64% Back Universal Coverage

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) renewed his push for Medicare for All, arguing that the U.S. healthcare system is failing Americans and should guarantee coverage as a basic human right.

Benzinga

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John Fetterman Warns Democrats Becoming 'Party of Socialism' as 58% Give Socialism Positive Rating: 'This Is Lunacy'

Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) warned that the Democratic Party is moving further toward socialism after a new poll found that 58% of Democratic respondents view socialism positively.

Benzinga

Trump’s AG Todd Blanche Rejects Call for DOJ Independence From White House: ‘No, I’m Not Going to Pledge That’

Attorney General Todd Blanche said Sunday he would not pledge that the Justice Department will always operate independently of the White House, arguing President Donald Trump’s views deserve consideration while insisting federal prosecutions will proceed "without fear or any sort of favor."

Benzinga

Judge Rudofsky Will Be An Excellent Addition To the Eighth Circuit

I appreciate the trend of elevating District Court judges to the Circuit Court.

Reason

Rep Nancy Mace Reveals Nine Tattoos on YouTube After Saying They Gave Her 'The Pain That I Need To Feel

Nancy Mace, leaving Congress in 2027, uses her new media platform to share personal stories, including her tattoos and trauma, marking a shift from her political career to personal reinvention.

International Business Times UK

Trump Raises Eyebrows After Claiming 'Young, Beautiful Girls' Thank Him at White House for Making Washington Safer

President Trump's comments about 'young, beautiful girls' thanking him at the White House overshadowed his announcement of falling crime rates, sparking scrutiny and overshadowing the intended political message.

International Business Times UK

MAGA Three-Time Trump Voter Turns Against President After ICE Detains His Wife and Leaves Him 'Living in Fear'

A Trump supporter faces a personal crisis as his wife is detained by ICE, highlighting the harsh realities of immigration enforcement and sparking wider disillusionment among voters.

International Business Times UK

Republican senator denounces Trump’s ‘crazy, stupid’ claims about MMR vaccine safety

Outgoing Louisiana senator Bill Cassidy, a medical doctor, voted to confirm anti-vaccine activist Robert F Kennedy as health secretary before speaking out

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Colombia’s president asks Trump to halt tariffs to aid earthquake recovery

Abelardo de la Espriella, an ally of Trump, assumed office just days before the 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck

Latin Times

DNC Locks In 2028 Primary Map, Putting States With Latino-Heavy Voters Up Front

The DNC finalized its 2028 primary calendar, moving Nevada to second and adding New Mexico for the first time as Democrats court Latino voters.

Latin Times

Senators Demand Answers From State Department as Visa Delays Threaten Fall Arrival for International Students

30 senators led by Padilla gave the State Dept. 30 days to explain student visa delays before fall classes — a squeeze hitting Latino students hardest.

International Business Times UK

Todd Blanche Blasts 'Personal Servant' Claims, Vowing Law and Order Independence Under Trump

Todd Blanche, former Trump lawyer, asserts his independence as Attorney General, emphasising his commitment to the rule of law despite past ties to Trump.

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The Guardian - US

Democrats demand answers from Trump on USS Abraham Lincoln conditions

Senator Ruben Gallego calls carrier’s months-long deployment a ‘deep problem’ as wellbeing concerns mount

Latin Times

Medicaid and SNAP Use to Impact Green Card Decisions Under New DHS Rule Starting Mid September

DHS's new rule lets officers weigh Medicaid, SNAP and housing aid in green card cases starting Sept. 18, 2026. Who's affected — and who's exempt.

The Guardian - US

Todd Blanche declines to pledge independence from White House

US attorney general says no one in his role ‘should ever’ make this vow amid concern over Trump steering DoJ

Benzinga

Trump Approval Rating Takes Hit Across Key Metrics

President Donald Trump’s approval rating is falling across key demographics, with some surveys putting his overall approval as low as 32% to 34%, putting Republican control of the House and Senate at risk.

The Guardian - US

Why cancer, not cost of living, may be the biggest issue in Iowa’s midterm elections

A broad group of diseases in the agricultural powerhouse is top of mind for the midterm elections

International Business Times UK

Trump 'Zapper Aide' Theory Explained: What Really Happened When Donald Trump Slumped Asleep on Live TV

A viral theory claims US President Trump was jolted awake by an aide during a vaccine briefing, sparking online speculation about a hidden device. The claims remain unverified.

The Guardian - US

Trump’s midterm malaise: endless war and high prices could spell doom for Republicans in November

‘Complete unraveling’ of Trump and Republican project reflects attitude of not caring at all about governance

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