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- TRUMP ANNOUNCES TRAVEL BAN AFFECTING 19 COUNTRIES SET TO BEGIN MONDAY: President Donald Trump has issued a new executive order banning entry from 19 countries, including Afghanistan, Iran, and Yemen. The restrictions are set to begin on Monday and are justified by the administration as necessary for national security. Critics argue that the move echoes the controversial 2017 travel ban and may face legal challenges. The ban affects various categories of travelers and immigrants from the listed countries.
- WHITE HOUSE SAYS THERE ARE NO PLANS FOR TRUMP TO ISSUE PRIDE MONTH PROCLAMATION: The White House has announced that President Trump has “no plans” to issue a proclamation recognizing June as Pride Month. This marks a departure from previous administrations that acknowledged and celebrated LGBTQ+ communities during June. The decision has drawn criticism from LGBTQ+ advocacy groups and allies.
- ICE DETAINS MASSACHUSETTS STUDENT MARCELO GOMES DA SILVA, PROMPTING SCHOOL WALKOUTS: Marcelo Gomes da Silva, an 18-year-old high school student in Milford, Massachusetts, was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents while on his way to volleyball practice. The arrest has led to student walkouts and protests demanding his release. A federal judge has denied ICE’s request to transfer Gomes to another facility, and a hearing is scheduled to determine his release.
- CDC OFFICIAL RESIGNS FROM ROLE OVERSEEING COVID-19 VACCINE GUIDANCE: Dr. Lakshmi Panagiotakopoulos, a top official at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has resigned from her role overseeing COVID-19 vaccine recommendations. Her resignation follows the Health Secretary’s decision to remove COVID-19 vaccines for healthy children and pregnant women from the CDC’s recommended immunization schedule without a formal vote. Dr. Panagiotakopoulos cited her inability to effectively support vulnerable populations as her reason for stepping down.
- BRENDA TRACY SUES MICHIGAN STATE OVER MISHANDLED SEXUAL HARASSMENT ALLEGATIONS: Brenda Tracy, a sexual assault survivor and advocate, has filed a lawsuit against Michigan State University’s Board of Trustees. She alleges that the university mishandled her sexual harassment allegations against former football coach Mel Tucker and leaked her identity, causing personal and professional harm. The lawsuit claims violations of Title IX and whistleblower protections.
- STEPHEN A. SMITH INKS SIRIUSXM DEAL FOR NEW RADIO SHOWS ON SPORTS AND NEWS: ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith has signed a multi-year deal with SiriusXM to host two new radio shows starting in September. One show will focus on sports, airing weekdays on Mad Dog Sports Radio, while the other will cover current events and pop culture on a weekly basis. Smith expressed excitement about returning to radio and expanding his reach beyond sports commentary.
- KARINE JEAN-PIERRE HAS LEFT THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY, ACCORDING TO HER BOOK PUBLISHER: Former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre has left the Democratic Party and registered as an independent. She announced the change ahead of her upcoming book, “Independent: A Look Inside a Broken White House, Outside the Party Lines,” which details her experiences during President Biden’s administration and critiques the two-party political system. Jean-Pierre served as Press Secretary from 2022 to 2025.
- MARINERS WILL RETIRE RANDY JOHNSON’S NUMBER 51 AGAIN IN 2026 CEREMONY: The Seattle Mariners have announced plans to retire Hall of Fame pitcher Randy Johnson’s number 51 during the 2026 MLB season. This will be the second time the number 51 is retired by the team, as it was previously retired in honor of Ichiro Suzuki. The ceremony will coincide with the 35th anniversary of Johnson’s no-hitter on June 2, 1990.
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