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More Than 400 Former National Security Officials Warn of Trump's Consolidation of Power: 'The Guardrails Were All Taken Down'

Former officials pointed to Trump's use of security clearances and declassified intelligence among their concerns

Latin Times · Aug 10

Rep. Chuck Edwards becomes the 60th U.S. House to announce he won’t seek re-election in 2026

Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-N.C.) announced on Aug. 5, 2026, that he will not seek re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2026.

Ballotpedia · Aug 10

Francesca Hong Surges in Wisconsin: Frontrunner Faces Trump's Mockery and Her Own Party's Doubts

Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist, leads the Wisconsin governor primary amidst criticism from Donald Trump and scepticism within her party, highlighting a turbulent race with significant national attention.

International Business Times UK · Aug 10

Delaware becomes the 12th state to enact a state-level voting rights act

On Aug. 6, Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer (D) signed legislation making Delaware the 12th state to enact a state-level voting rights act.

Ballotpedia · Aug 10

10 candidates vie to replace Lindsey Graham in South Carolina

Three days after Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death, his sister, Darline Graham, was sworn in to complete the remainder of the South Carolina Republican’s term. With President Donald Trump’s encouragement, she quickly declared she’d seek a full six-year term. Yet the limited polling available suggests Tuesday’s snap special election primary to…

Roll Call · Aug 10

Roll Call on the Road: South Carolina

CQ Roll Call traveled last week to South Carolina, which is playing host to Tuesday’s special primary election to select a new Republican Senate nominee following Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death. Photo editor Bill Clark captured some of the action as Senate hopefuls — and other South Carolina candidates —…

Roll Call · Aug 10

Health Experts Warn Donald Trump's 'Foolish' Daylight Saving Plan Threatens Sleep And Health

Trump supports a permanent daylight saving plan but health experts and religious communities raise concerns over biological and practical impacts.

International Business Times UK · Aug 10

Trump admits reflecting pool makeover was rushed but renews vandalism claim

US president on Truth Social concedes contractor had cut some corners to finish $14m renovation project by deadline

The Guardian - US · Aug 10

Iranian Adviser Tells Tehran to Play the Long Game and Outlast Trump Until 2029

An Iranian adviser suggests Tehran should avoid both war and deals with Trump, advocating for strategic patience until his presidency ends in 2029, while denying direct US talks.

International Business Times UK · Aug 10

Bolsonaro Names a Running Mate as Lula's Lead Over Him Narrows to a Single Point

Two polls released in the first days of August show President Lula's lead over challenger Flávio Bolsonaro narrowing as Brazil's October 4 election nears, though the size of that lead still swings widely depending on which pollster is asked. The same week, Bolsonaro closed out his own ticket, naming little-known…

Latin Times · Aug 10