Hilton Hotels announced it would sever ties with a Hampton Inn in Lakeville, Minnesota, following a video that showed a desk clerk refusing to book rooms for a person claiming to be a Department of Homeland Security agent. The decision came after the hotel’s owner, Everpeak Hospitality, had previously apologized for canceling reservations for DHS agents, claiming it was not consistent with their policy. Despite Everpeak’s initial assurance that the issue was resolved, the new video demonstrated a continued refusal to accommodate DHS employees, leading Hilton to take immediate action. Hilton reiterated its commitment to being a welcoming place for all and stated it would reinforce its standards with all franchisees to prevent similar incidents.
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Following the apprehension of Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces, Delcy Rodríguez was sworn in as Venezuela’s interim president. Maduro pleaded not guilty to drug trafficking and terrorism charges in a New York court, maintaining he was still the legitimate president. The U.S. justified the operation, citing Maduro’s illegitimacy and control of the world’s largest energy reserves. This action sparked international criticism and debate regarding U.S. intervention and regime change, with varying responses from U.S. officials.
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On Monday morning, Arizona’s Supreme Court building was evacuated after the discovery of multiple vials containing a homemade explosive substance. The Department of Public Safety (DPS) responded to a report of a “suspicious package” at around 8 am, leading to the involvement of multiple agencies. Staff were sent home and the building was evacuated after the package in the mailroom tested positive for explosives. As a precaution, multiple buildings in the area, including the Department of Education, were also evacuated while the Phoenix Police Department led the investigation.
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A new lawsuit alleges that Grammy-winning gospel singer and pastor Donnie McClurkin sexually abused a young man, Giuseppe Corletto, over several years. Corletto, who sought out McClurkin for spiritual guidance after reading his book, claims the abuse began during “pray the gay away” sessions and escalated while he worked as McClurkin’s assistant. The lawsuit includes an email allegedly written by McClurkin admitting his actions. McClurkin’s attorney denies the allegations, stating they are “categorically false” and misrepresent the nature of their interactions.
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The Pentagon is initiating a six-month review to assess the “operational effectiveness” of women in ground combat roles, a decade after restrictions were lifted. This review, prompted by a memo from Undersecretary of Defense Anthony Tata, will examine readiness, training, performance, casualties, and command climate within ground combat units. Data, including metrics on readiness and deployability, will be gathered from the Army and Marine Corps. While the review aims to ensure high standards are met, critics like Ellen Haring suggest this is an attempt to exclude women from these roles, despite previous studies indicating women’s success in ground combat.
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In a significant decision, the Wyoming Supreme Court ruled that two state laws banning abortion, including a unique ban on abortion pills, are unconstitutional. The court, comprised of justices appointed by Republican governors, sided with the state’s sole abortion clinic and others who challenged the bans enacted after the overturning of Roe v. Wade. The ruling affirmed the right of competent adults to make healthcare decisions under a state constitutional amendment. Governor Mark Gordon expressed disappointment and called for a constitutional amendment to ban abortion, which would be put to a vote this fall.
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The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) finalized a deal with nearly 150 countries to prevent large global companies from shifting profits to low-tax nations, a plan initially developed in 2021. This revised agreement excludes large U.S.-based multinational corporations from the 15% global minimum tax, following negotiations. The deal aims to enhance tax certainty and protect tax bases while stopping companies from utilizing tax havens, such as Bermuda and the Cayman Islands. However, critics, including tax transparency groups, argue that this amended plan could allow major American companies to continue avoiding taxes.
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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has revised its childhood vaccine recommendations, reducing the number of diseases children should be vaccinated against from 17 to 11, in a move praised by President Trump. The new guidelines, resulting from an executive order to align with other developed countries, categorize vaccines into those universally recommended, those based on risk factors, and those left to parental and doctor discretion, including Covid-19, influenza, and rotavirus. This overhaul, spearheaded by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has been met with strong criticism from the American Academy of Pediatrics and other medical professionals who cite concerns over the potential for increased confusion and harm to children. Furthermore, this change has already led to previous adjustments regarding the hepatitis B vaccine schedule, which have been condemned as dangerous.
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The U.S. House of Representatives is mourning the loss of Republican Congressman Doug LaMalfa of California, who died at the age of 65. The news was confirmed by Majority Whip Tom Emmer and the National Republican Congressional Committee Chairman Richard Hudson. LaMalfa, a seven-term representative and staunch ally of President Donald Trump, served in Congress for over a decade. His passing reduces the GOP’s control of the House to 218 seats, with Democrats holding 213. Details surrounding his death remain unclear.
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