Wow. Tonight, the fury from two raging wildfires laying siege to the north rim of the Grand Canyon. We are all getting evacuated right now.Park officials confirming the historic Grand Canyon Lodge was consumed by flames along with park administrative buildings, visitor facilities, and a wastewater treatment plant. The fire at that plant prompting a release of chlorine gas that can prove deadly. We were starting to get panicked.You know, we didn't want to lose our lives down there. Jamie Coffin and her frien ...

All right, Matt Bradley from Tel Aviv. Matt, thank you. Some breaking news to get to now.President Trump, who's just announced tariffs for Canada imports. The president saying moments ago on Truth Social that there will be a 35% tariff on goods imported from Canada starting on August 1st. A little earlier this hour, we told you about those 50% tariffs he plans to hit Brazil with, and that includes goods like coffee.Also on August 1st, according to the president, we can expect more of that. More to come ther ...

Natural Disasters & Emergency Response - Texas is facing an unprecedented flood event with water levels reaching up to 30 feet in some areas, leading to over 100 reported deaths and dozens still missing [1][6][7] - The lack of siren systems in flash flood alley is under scrutiny, with state leaders advocating for change and increased funding for outdoor warning sirens [2][3][15] - Communities are rallying to provide support, with federal and state agencies, faith-based organizations, and volunteers from across the country offering aid to those affected [2][9][10] - Questions are being raised about why communities were not told to evacuate sooner, highlighting a need for earlier detection and improved alert systems [12][14][17] Weather & Climate - A flash flood warning remains in effect for parts of central Texas through Thursday, with the potential for more rain [3] - Millions are at risk for severe weather with temperatures soaring into the 90s Fahrenheit (32-37 degrees Celsius), and the heat index potentially reaching as high as 108 Fahrenheit (42 degrees Celsius) in some areas [19] - 47 million Americans are under flood watches, with heavy downpours expected to lead to flash flooding in areas from New York City to Raleigh and Charlotte [24][25] International Affairs & Politics - Discussions are ongoing regarding a ceasefire in Gaza, with potential for a short-term agreement involving the release of hostages [29][30] - The plan to relocate Palestinians out of Gaza is facing widespread rejection, with concerns raised about ethnic cleansing [33][34] - The US position on a two-state solution remains, but disagreements persist regarding the future governance of Gaza [39][41] Financial Markets & Trade - The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell more than 400 points, approximately 1%, marking the worst day for the stock market since mid-June, after President Trump threatened trading partners with new tariffs [44][45][47] - President Trump announced several countries will face steep tariffs starting August 1st, later signing an executive order delaying Wednesday's deadline for countries to renegotiate tariff levels to August 1st [45][46] - The US dollar stumbled through June, declining 11% making it the worst first half of the year for the dollar since 1973 [53] Healthcare & Legal - Medical organizations are suing Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr and the Department of Health and Human Services over recent COVID-19 vaccine changes, arguing that the administration is undermining vaccine confidence [56][57] - The lawsuit argues that the administration's policy of recommending that pregnant women and healthy children should not receive the COVID-19 vaccine poses an imminent threat to public health [57]

For years, the question has lingered around the 14th Dalai Lama about what happens after his death, whether the spiritual leader would even have a successor, and importantly, who will decide it. Followers of Tibetan Buddhism have been anxious to hear his crucial truth. Lord, in a video message in India, where he's lived in exile since 1959, the Dalai Lama declared that they will have another leader. I am affirming that the institution of the Dalai Lama will continue. He said, saying the trust he founded has ...

[Music] This is the sound of the American dream coming true that I take this obligation freely in Chicago. More than 700 people becoming US citizens this week after years of waiting for this moment. Congratulations.I announce you as new citizens of the United States. [Applause] My whole family is a US citizen and I want them to be part of that as well. And get this, these people are from everywhere.More than 93 countries, America's newest citizens thrilled to officially call the United States their home. I ...

Welcome to Meet the Press Now. I'm Kelly O'Donnell in Washington, where it's all hands on deck as the president and House Speaker Mike Johnson try to deliver the votes to get his signature domestic legislation passed. Right now, action on the House floor is stalled.We are still waiting on this current vote to get to another vote to tee up the big vote on final passage. Bottom line here, the delay suggests leadership does not think it has enough support to pass the bill right now. It comes after a day of fur ...

A partial verdict reached in the Shaun Diddy Combmes trial. A jury saying they've reached a decision on all but one charge after deliberating for just over 12 hours. The big unknown tonight is what that decision is.Combmes faces five criminal counts. You see them right here. But it's that first charge at the top of racketeering conspiracy that they can't seem to agree on.At least not yet. Our team of legal experts standing by with what could be delaying the decision. It comes after weeks of intense and emot ...

Immigration Policy & Detention Facility - The administration is embracing the new migrant detention facility in Florida, dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz," as a symbol of its immigration crackdown [1] - The facility is located in the Florida Everglades, raising environmental and humanitarian concerns [1] - The facility aims to house nearly 3,000 people at a cost of almost $450 million per year [5] - Governor Ronda Santis and his attorney general James Um were significant drivers of the project, forming a partnership between DHS and the state [5] - The administration officials are publicly portraying the facility as a form of deterrence, which could pose legal problems under the Immigration Nationality Act [6][7] Legal & Oversight Concerns - Immigration detention is legally intended for detaining immigrants with pending asylum cases or deportation orders, not as punishment [7] - Immigration advocates are concerned that the facility will not be subject to the same oversight as ICE facilities, especially given ICE's dismantling of its oversight office [9] - Environmental groups have filed a lawsuit challenging the facility's location in the Everglades, citing potential negative impacts on the sensitive ecosystem [10][12] Controversial Statements & Potential Actions - President Trump suggested deporting people born in the United States who commit crimes, a statement lacking legal basis [13][14] - The idea of using alligators for border security, initially dismissed as a pipe dream, has materialized in the form of the Everglades detention facility [16]

Fiscal Policy & Economic Impact - The bill aims to continue tax breaks from Trump's first term and add provisions from his second term promises [3] - The bill is expected to positively impact the economy [4] - The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates the Senate version of the bill will increase the national debt by 33% trillion over the next 10 years [6] Healthcare Implications - The CBO estimates that the bill will lead to approximately 12 million people (118%) losing health insurance by 2030 [7] - The bill includes provisions that may cause individuals who are eligible to work but choose not to, to lose healthcare benefits [9] National Security & Defense - The bill includes increased spending on defense, including provisions for missile defense [8] - Focus on evolving threats from China and Russia [8] Iran Nuclear Program - Iran could resume enriching uranium in a matter of months [14][15] - The president discussed specific enrichment facilities that were destroyed [16] - Iran has other sites and capabilities to restart their nuclear program [17] - Iran is considered a terrorist state with nuclear aspirations [19][20] Intelligence Sharing - The White House plans to limit intelligence sharing with lawmakers [21] - Congress will continue to have access to intelligence [23] - Addressing leaks that can impact national security is important [23]

quote utterly insane and destructive. Quote, "An unhappy episode." The reviews are in, and even Republicans and their allies are warning about the consequences of Trump's so-called big beautiful bill. At this hour, the Senate is in the middle of a marathon voting session, taking up amendments to the bill from members of both parties.The goal to pass the bill later today. And rarely, if ever, have members of a political party seemed so glum on the eve of passing major legislation. With Democrats unified in t ...