FEC sets Aug. 20 deadline for PAC and party committees’ monthly reports
Monthly-filing political action committees and party committees must submit reports covering activity through July 31 by Aug. 20, the Federal Election Commission says.
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CBO estimates federal deficit reached $1.4 trillion through first nine months of fiscal 2026
The Congressional Budget Office says the federal deficit was $35 billion higher than during the same period last year, as outlays grew faster than revenues.
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U.S. Restaurant Sales Reach $102.5 Billion in June as Traffic Remains Weak and Costs Squeeze Margins
Restaurant sales rose slightly in June, but weak customer traffic and elevated food and labor costs continue to pressure operators across the United States.
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Justice Department charges 455 defendants in largest-ever national health care fraud takedown
The Justice Department says the coordinated action involved more than $6.5 billion in alleged false claims and opioid-abuse schemes across 56 federal districts.
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Extreme heat is increasingly disrupting U.S. air travel as aircraft performance limits tighten
Higher temperatures can limit aircraft payloads and contribute to delays, cancellations and passenger disruptions, with Las Vegas offering a case study.
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Federal appeals court keeps Trump mail-voting restrictions blocked in 23 states
The First Circuit declined to lift an injunction against key parts of President Donald Trump’s mail-voting executive order as litigation continues ahead of the November 2026 midterms.
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Hollywood actors ratify four-year contract covering studios and streaming services
SAG-AFTRA members overwhelmingly approved a four-year contract with Hollywood studios and streaming services, including protections involving AI-generated synthetic actors.
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White House orders additional 50% duties on selected Canadian goods beginning Aug. 19
Three presidential proclamations signed July 20 impose additional 50% duties on specified Canadian dairy, motor-vehicle and alcoholic-beverage imports beginning Aug. 19.
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Smithsonian’s Arts and Industries Building stays open through Sept. 7 for America’s 250th anniversary
The Smithsonian’s historic Arts and Industries Building opened June 16 and will host public access and cultural programming through Sept. 7, 2026.
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30-year mortgage rate rose to 6.69%, highest level in more than a year
The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate rose for a fifth consecutive week on Aug. 6, adding to affordability pressure for prospective homebuyers as economic growth slows.
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NCAA’s New Division I Age-Based Eligibility System Takes Effect for Fall 2026 Athletes
The NCAA’s new Division I eligibility framework took effect Aug. 1, creating a five-year, five-season model for athletes enrolling in fall 2026 and later while leaving separate transfer, roster and revenue-sharing rules unchanged.
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AP finds more than 50 military spouses and parents detained under immigration crackdown
An Associated Press investigation found more than 50 spouses and parents of active-duty U.S. service members detained since President Donald Trump began his second term.
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NFL deadline sets August 6 contract and trade restrictions for unsigned drafted rookies
NFL rules impose trade and signing restrictions on any 2026 drafted rookie who remains unsigned after August 6, affecting negotiations and roster planning across all 32 clubs.
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FBI highlights nationwide Summer Heat 2.0 crackdown on violent offenders, guns and drugs
The FBI says its Summer Heat 2.0 initiative is targeting violent offenders, illegal weapons and drugs through coordinated federal, state and local investigations.
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FAA and NTSB investigate commercial jet departure as Marine One left Washington
The FAA and NTSB are investigating why a commercial passenger plane was allowed to take off as Marine One, carrying President Donald Trump, departed the White House area for Andrews Air Force Base.
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NWS documents tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings in southern Wisconsin
A National Weather Service report documents one tornado warning and two severe thunderstorm warnings during a severe-weather episode across parts of southern Wisconsin on Aug. 5–6, 2026.
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Indiana VA facilities set to switch to federal electronic health record Aug. 22
Indiana VA medical centers and clinics are scheduled to launch the Federal Electronic Health Record on Aug. 22, with online tools planned to return Aug. 24.
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National Park Service sets Aug. 25 fee-free day during National Park Week
The National Park Service will waive entrance fees for U.S. citizens and residents on Aug. 25, 2026, during a week of nationwide programming marking the agency’s 110th birthday.
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NHTSA warns owners of 462,000 Kia Tellurides to park outside over fire risk
NHTSA issued an urgent July 9 warning for approximately 462,000 Kia Tellurides after identifying a risk that a power-seat motor may overheat and catch fire.
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U.S. wholesale sales fell 3.0% in June while inventories edged up
The Census Bureau’s June 2026 Monthly Wholesale Trade release was scheduled for Aug. 6 at 10 a.m., adding a new national data point on sales, inventories and inventory-to-sales information.
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FDA Reports 131 Salmonella Illnesses in 38 States Linked to Moringa Powder Investigation
The FDA’s July 22 update reported 131 illnesses in 38 states in an ongoing Salmonella investigation involving moringa leaf powder and dietary supplements containing the ingredient.
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Smithsonian Extends ‘American Aspirations’ Exhibition Through Aug. 10 Anniversary
The Smithsonian will keep its “American Aspirations” exhibition open at the Smithsonian Castle through Aug. 10, extending access through the institution’s 180th anniversary and its America 250 programming.