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More Than 50 Obstetricians Have Fled Idaho Since Abortion Ban Was Implemented
The reduction in available doctors and obstetric programs will likely increase maternal mortality rates in the state.

Trump Uses Christian Nationalist Dog Whistles in Nashville Campaign Speech
Trump said he is “very proud” of his purported religious beliefs and claimed he was “taking bullets” for Christians.

UNRWA Has Reached “Breaking Point” Due to Israel’s Attacks, Agency Chief Says
Israeli officials have thus far refused to provide any evidence of their claims against the agency, he said.

Jewish Voice for Peace Demands Gaza Ceasefire Outside AIPAC’s NYC Headquarters
“We refuse to let AIPAC speak in our name as Jews,” one demonstrator said.

Netanyahu’s Postwar Plan Would End UNRWA and Fully Control Demilitarized Gaza
Meanwhile, United Nations experts are urging countries to stop arming Israel.

Oil and Gas Industry Could See Methane Pollution Fees Exceeding $1 Billion
A new analysis found that under the IRA, some companies may be liable for fees that could bankrupt some operators.

Doctors Without Borders Slams US for Ceasefire Veto in Devastating UN Address
Children as young as five years old have told aid workers they want to die, Doctors Without Borders’ chief said.

WI Gov Calls On State Supreme Court to Order Changes to Congressional Districts
Following a lengthy legal battle, Evers signed into law changes to state legislative districts earlier this week.

“Gaza Has Become a Death Zone,” World Health Organization Director Warns
Officials have warned that Israel’s starvation campaign threatens the lives of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians.

House Republicans Threaten Government Shutdown in Push for Anti-Trans Policies
These policies encompass bans on pride flags and the defunding of children’s hospitals that offer gender-affirming care.