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Abortion Advocates Criticize Proposed Texas Medical Board Guidance
Advocates say that the rules might discourage doctors from performing legal and necessary abortions.

David Pecker Testifies That Trump Thanked Him for Suppressing Salacious Stories
Trump, the presumptive GOP nominee for president, faces 34 felony-level charges in the New York-based trial.

Alabama House Passes Bill That Could Be Used to Criminalize Librarians
Critics argue the legislation violates the First Amendment.

Infectious Disease Experts Warn Bird Flu Outbreak Bigger Than Previously Thought
Epidemiologist Katelyn Jetelina said “the worst case scenario” is that this could turn into a “massive pandemic.”

Maryland Governor Signs “Freedom to Read Act” Into Law
“Maryland takes a bold step forward in safeguarding the rights and dignity of LGBTQ+ youth and educators.”

4 States Tell Schools to Ignore New Title IX Rules That Protect LGBTQ Students
The challenges could set up a federal showdown that might end up in a protracted court battle ahead of the elections.

Mass Graves in Khan Yunis Reveal Unspeakable Horror of US-Backed Gaza Invasion
Emboldened by unconditional military and diplomatic support from the US, Israel continues to act with impunity in Gaza.

Poll Shows Majority of Americans Would Back Federal Abortion Rights Protections
The issue of abortion rights could help determine who wins in local, state and federal elections this fall.

WSJ Reports Trump Allies Drafting Plan to Give Him Control Over Fed If Reelected
Trump recently suggested the Fed's indication that interest rate cuts may be coming soon is a ploy to help Democrats.

Is Trump Tithing or Conning His Voters? Either Way, He Aims to Cover Legal Fees.
Trump’s leadership PAC alone has spent almost $60 million on his attorneys’ bills since early 2023.