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MIKE DAVIS: One leftist Wisconsin judge lets fellow traveler off with wrist slap

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:50:47 -0400

Disgraced former Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan resigned from the bench after getting charged with obstruction of justice for distracting ICE agents and helping an illegal alien charged with domestic abuse escape through a back door to avoid arrest. A federal jury found her guilty of obstruction of justice, and she faced a recommended prison sentence of 15 to 21 months in prison, with a 60-month maximum. Shamefully, former Democrat politician and Clinton-appointed Judge Lynn Adelman gave her no jail time.

Dugan's conduct, and the woefully lenient sentence for it, defiles the judiciary and shows that some people are indeed above the law.

Eduardo Flores-Ruiz blatantly disregarded our laws by entering our country illegally. He was deported and should have gotten the message to stay away from our nation. Instead, he came back, again illegally, and began wreaking havoc in Milwaukee. On April 18, 2025, he had a scheduled appearance in Dugan's courtroom for three domestic violence charges. Aware of Flores-Ruiz's expected appearance, ICE agents went to arrest him at the Milwaukee County Courthouse pursuant to an administrative warrant. That's when Dugan grossly and illegally abused her power, causing chaos and putting those agents' lives in danger in the interest of her radical leftist ideology.

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The agents informed Dugan's courtroom deputy why they were there and politely waited for Flores-Ruiz in a public hallway. When informed of the impending arrest, Dugan inexcusably left her courtroom to confront the agents. She claimed that an administrative warrant was insufficient for an arrest, a legally absurd assertion coming from a judge. She ordered agents to leave the building, a command she had no authority to issue. Finally, she directed the agents to the office of the chief judge. Unbeknownst to the agents, this was Dugan's way of diverting their attention so she could put her plan into effect.

Once the agents left, Dugan immediately addressed Flores-Ruiz's case off the record and scheduled a status conference, even informing the defendant's attorney that the accused domestic abuser could appear via Zoom. Then, Dugan directed Flores-Ruiz and his attorney to leave through a side door inaccessible to the public. The judge even led them out herself so the illegal alien did not have to pass through a door opening to a public hallway. Dugan ensured Flores-Ruiz reached a stairwell leading out of the building and to the street so he could escape easily.

Within minutes, the agents determined what had occurred. Along with FBI agents, they gave chase and eventually arrested Flores-Ruiz. This chaotic scene unfolded in front of moving city traffic in the downpour of rain. Any agent could have been killed had a car skidded in the poor conditions. This risk was eminently foreseeable. But Dugan flagrantly disregarded it in the name of protecting an illegal immigrant and accused domestic abuser. The Justice Department properly sought and obtained an indictment against Dugan for her unforgivable conduct.

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Dugan could have accepted responsibility for what she had done and humbly apologized. Instead, she laughably asserted a defense of judicial immunity for her plainly illegal conduct. Pitifully and predictably, dozens of former judges signed onto a brief supporting Dugan's legally baseless claim. These judicial lightweights included the pathetic J. Michael Luttig, a once-respected judge who descended into irrelevance when President George W. Bush correctly passed him over for multiple Supreme Court vacancies. Judges have never been entitled to immunity from criminal prosecution for official conduct. The Supreme Court made it clear in Dennis v. Sparks (1980) that judges face prosecution the same as ordinary citizens. Judge Lynn Adelman correctly rejected Dugan's feeble immunity argument.

At trial, the evidence against Dugan was overwhelming, and a jury of her peers made her a convicted felon. Judges consult Sentencing Guidelines, which serve as a starting point in calculating a defendant's sentence. Factors judges consider include specific deterrence, general deterrence and protecting the public from the defendant. Dugan's sentencing range fell between 15 and 21 months' imprisonment. She had one point in mitigation: her lack of a criminal record. Her unconscionable abuse of power and the public trust, however, overwhelmingly outweighed this mitigation.

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Even more egregiously, Dugan endangered the lives of federal agents who were trying to do their jobs safely because this radical in a robe disagreed with the law they were enforcing. She showed no remorse, wasting valuable resources by asserting a frivolous defense. In short, Dugan's conduct – both during her crime and after it – warranted incarceration. Even though she thankfully is no longer a judge, her imprisonment would have sent a deterrent signal to other rogue judges tempted to follow her shameful example.

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Judge Adelman, formerly a Democrat politician in Wisconsin, did not see it that way. Dugan now walks free, a mere $5,000 lighter, after her flagrant violation of her judicial oath and the law. Many nonviolent defendants from January 6 served far more time in custody. When volunteering to lead Flores-Ruiz through the side door, Dugan told her court reporter not to do it. "I'll do it. I'll get the heat," Dugan said, per trial testimony. That statement illustrates that Dugan knew full well her conduct was unlawful. She was wrong, however. She did not get much heat for it. Instead, thanks to a fellow leftist judge, she received a slap on the wrist.

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Stay dry with these rainy day essentials, starting at just $15

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:38:54 -0400

Rainy days don't have to derail your summer plans. We've rounded up weather-ready gear — from rain jackets and waterproof hiking boots to backpacks and other essentials — to help you stay dry and keep exploring, even when the forecast calls for showers.

Clothing

Stay dry with wet-weather apparel from Columbia, Carhartt and Eddie Bauer.

Columbia rain jacket: $70 (30% off)

Original price: $100

Stay dry during warm-weather showers with Columbia's lightweight rain jacket. The waterproof shell keeps rain out without sacrificing breathability, while two zippered pockets secure your essentials. It's also available in women's sizing.

Carhartt Rain Defender jacket: $99.99

Take on wet, windy weather with Carhartt's Rain Defender jacket. Its Rugged Flex technology gives you more freedom to move, while the water-repellent fabric helps block rain and wind. It also offers UPF 50+ sun protection.

Eddie Bauer Rainier shorts: $36 (40% off)

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Stay comfortable on the trail with these Eddie Bauer shorts. The durable ripstop fabric is made for rugged adventures, while the storm-repellent finish helps shed light rain. Similar styles are available for both men and women.

Shoes

Keep your feet dry with boots and sneakers from Hunter, Columbia and Skechers.

Hunter Chelsea boot: $67.49 (56% off)

Original price: $154.95

Hunter's classic Chelsea boots pair timeless style with reliable wet-weather protection. The waterproof rubber construction helps keep feet dry, while the ankle-high design offers coverage without feeling bulky.

Columbia waterproof hiking boots: $63.75 (25% off)

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Keep your feet dry on muddy trails with these lightweight Columbia hiking boots. Their waterproof, seam-sealed construction blocks moisture, while their high-traction outsoles grip dirt, rocks and uneven terrain.

Skechers Go Walk Outdoor shoes: $66.94 (8% off)

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Skechers Go Walk Outdoor shoes combine the brand's signature cushioned comfort with a water-repellent upper for rainy days. The hands-free design makes them easy to slip on and head out the door.

Quick-dry water shoes: $29.97 (25% off)

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From hiking trails to the shoreline, these quick-drying water shoes are ready for any adventure. The lightweight design delivers a barefoot-like feel, while breathable materials dry quickly after getting wet.

Accessories

Stock up on travel umbrellas, waterproof bags and more in case of rainy weather.

Compact umbrella: $22.77 (43% off)

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Keep this windproof umbrella in your bag so you're always ready for a passing shower. A one-touch button opens and closes the canopy, while the compact design is easy to carry on the go.

Inverted umbrella: $14.99

Stay protected on windy days with this inverted umbrella. Its reinforced fiberglass ribs add durability, while the water-repellent canopy dries quickly before you store it away.

Earth Pak waterproof bag: $76.99

Protect your gear from the elements with this Earth Pak backpack. The waterproof design features a roll-top closure for an adjustable fit, plus exterior pockets for easy access to essentials.

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Waterfly crossbody bag: $22.94 (10% off)

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Carry your essentials without the bulk of a full-size backpack with this Waterfly crossbody bag. Multiple compartments keep everything organized, while the water-resistant fabric helps protect your belongings from light rain and splashes.

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Trump refuses to sign bipartisan housing bill in protest over SAVE Act

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:28:40 -0400

President Donald Trump on Friday said he will not sign a bipartisan housing bill passed by Congress in protest over the failure of lawmakers to bring the SAVE Act over the finish line.

Meanwhile, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which is intended to lower the costs of housing and spur more home construction, is slated to become law Saturday unless Trump vetoes the legislation.

"I will not sign the Housing Bill, which has been fully approved by Congress and sent to the White House, in PROTEST over the fact that the United States Senate is not capable of passing THE SAVE AMERICA ACT," Trump posted on social media.

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The SAVE America Act, which would introduce new measures to prevent noncitizens from voting in federal elections, doesn't have enough Republican support to pass.

Trump has repeatedly pushed Republicans to make it a top legislative priority ahead of the midterm elections in November.

"THE SAVE AMERICA ACT’S non-passage is CRAZY, and a serious threat to any politician who votes against it!" Trump wrote. He also said the non-passage of the bill is a "serious threat" to any politician who opposes it.

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Under the U.S. Constitution, a president has 10 days to sign a bill upon receiving it, so it becomes law as if the legislation is signed.

Trump's post came a week after he canceled plans to sign the bipartisan legislation, announcing he was using it as leverage in his push for the strict voter ID bill.

Last month, he called the housing bill "a yawn" and "so unimportant" compared to legislation that would require proof of citizenship for all voters.

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"Millions of Americans are being crushed by housing costs," Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., posted Friday on X. "Donald Trump called their crisis ‘a big yawn’ — then refused to sign the most significant bipartisan housing bill in decades. His priorities couldn’t be clearer: higher costs for families and more power for himself."

"Republicans would rather make it harder to vote than easier to afford a home. When people show you who they are, believe them," House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., wrote in an X post in response to Trump.

Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colo., wrote on X that "the rising cost of mortgages and rent are hitting Americans hard. Yet Trump refuses to act."

The White House referred Fox News Digital to Trump's social media post when asked for comment.

Trump's remarks came a day after the National Association of Realtors reported that the median price for a home has reached an all-time high.

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The median price for a home sold in June was $440,600, a 1.8% increase from a year ago, the report states.

"Even so, affordability is better than a year ago because wage growth is outpacing home price growth," said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun.

"However, progress on long-term housing affordability could be hampered if inventory growth continues to stall," Yun added. "Without consistent gains in inventory, home prices can accelerate. It is critical to introduce more supply to the market to widen the opportunity for homeownership."

Why the perfect lawn is the ultimate status symbol for American men

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:29:34 -0400

As the founder of the Thursday Night Mowing League, imagine the validation I felt this week when the Wall Street Journal ran a story titled, "Why White-Collar Men Are Obsessed With the Perfect Lawn."

In the story, the reporter, Callum Borchers, writes that, "For a lot of office workers—OK, mostly middle-aged male office workers—a manicured lawn is as much a status symbol as a luxury car in the driveway."

Once again, this league and its league members are one step ahead of pop culture. We're about a year away from the WSJ running a report on why mowing on Thursday night is the ultimate adult flex.

In a 2011 report for Psychology Today, clinical psychologist Ben Michaelis addressed this mowing phenomenon that dominates our brains. He believes it's a male's way of being creative. "I believe that all people were made to create," Michaelis wrote. "The impulse to express ourselves creatively is often suppressed once we leave childhood behind. This is especially true for men who don't consider themselves to be artistic. For these men, their front lawns have become the culturally sanctioned canvasses of their stifled creative souls."

In other words, white-collar men...and blue-collar men...who are obsessed with their lawns are expressing care for the world. The lawn is our canvas. It's art. It's sport. It's competition. It's dopamine.

There's research that suggests even the smell of cut grass is like a drug for our brains.

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In 2009, University of Queensland researcher Dr. Nick Lavidis developed a grass spray that smelled like cut grass. The spray was marketed to people as a stress reliever. The idea behind the scent was developed by Lavidis after a trip to the U.S., including a stop at Yosemite National Park.

"Three days in the park felt like a three-month holiday," Lavidis said at the time. "I didn’t realize at the time that it was the actual combination of feel-good chemicals released by the pine trees, the lush vegetation and the cut grass that made me feel so relaxed.

"Years later, my neighbor commented on the wonderful smell of cut grass after I had mowed the lawn and it all started to click into place."

This idea that a beautiful lawn equals prestige in the U.S. isn't exactly new. On August 2, 1954, Time reported on the growth of the DIY industry and what it meant for the mental state of American men.

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"The therapeutic value of do-it-yourself is hard to overestimate. One Dallas doctor, a do-it-yourself addict himself, often advises patients to 'go home and start doing things themselves,' Time's reporter wrote.

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You guys are simply following in the footsteps of those who came before you. Mowing not only spikes your dopamine and improves your mental health, it also serves as a nod to our fathers and grandfathers, who used lawn chores as a release.

This obsession we all have is simply in our DNA. It's who we are.

July 9 Thursday Night Mowing League reports from around the United States:

Summer travel essentials on Amazon under $25: Packing cubes, handheld fans and more

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:01:54 -0400

Make summer travel easier with these practical Amazon finds, all priced at $25 or less. From packing cubes and a compact Anker power bank to a windproof umbrella for those random summer storms and one of our favorite sunscreens, these picks help you stay organized, comfortable and prepared for every trip.

Trending travel deals under $25

Portable neck fan: $20.99 (38% off)
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Aviator sunglasses: $13.59 (32% off)
Compression packing cubes, 6-pack: $18.89 (30% off)
Packable travel blanket: $15.99 (27% off)
Clear crossbody bag: $9.98 (23% off)
Tile Life360 Bluetooth tracker: $24.47 (10% off)

Windproof travel umbrella: $22.77 (43% off)

Original price: $39.99

Don't let an afternoon downpour derail your plans. This windproof travel umbrella uses a reinforced fiberglass frame to withstand strong gusts, while the automatic open-and-close button and compact design make it easy to stash in a backpack or carry-on.

Project Cloud flip-flops: $18.90 (30% off)

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Give your feet a break with these Project Cloud flip-flops. The cushioned footbed and built-in support provide lasting comfort, and the strap won't cause blisters.

Neutrogena Beach Defense sunscreen, 2-pack: $15.25 (20% off)

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Protect your skin on beach days and sightseeing excursions with this two-pack of Neutrogena sunscreen. The SPF 70 formula provides broad-spectrum protection and remains water-resistant for up to 80 minutes, giving you enough sunscreen to last an entire week-long vacation.

Anti-theft travel laptop backpack: $18.69 (45% off)

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Navigate busy airports and crowded city streets with extra peace of mind thanks to this anti-theft laptop backpack. Hidden rear-facing zippers help deter pickpockets, while the bag fits most 15-inch laptops and includes a built-in USB charging port.

Handheld portable mini fan: $14.44 (34% off)

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Cool off during travel with this rechargeable handheld fan. Multiple speed settings let you adjust the airflow, while the cooling plate reaches temperatures as low as 18 degrees Farenheit for an extra-refreshing touch. Fold it into a stand for hands-free use.

Travel power strip: $16.99 (19% off)

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Turn one outlet into a charging station with this compact power strip. Multiple AC outlets and USB ports let you power a phone, laptop and other devices at once without taking up much room.

Waterproof phone pouch: $7.99 (20% off)

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Bring your phone to the pool, beach or on a kayak without worrying about splashes with this waterproof pouch that keeps devices protected. You can still use the touchscreen and snap photos through the clear front window.

Luggage packing cubes, 8-piece set: $19.96 (20% off)

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Keep your suitcase organized from departure to the trip home with this eight-piece packing cube set. Multiple sizes separate clothing and accessories while helping compress bulkier items to maximize luggage space.

Anker power bank: $21.99 (15% off)

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Keep this slim Anker power bank in your carry-on or day bag to avoid searching for an outlet. It delivers fast charging and provides enough backup power to recharge your phone multiple times.

Toiletry travel bottles: $9.98 (23% off)

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Pack your favorite shampoo, lotion and sunscreen instead of buying travel sizes with these refillable toiletry bottles. They're leak-resistant, meet TSA carry-on rules and make it easy to squeeze out every last drop.

Eye mask: $8.99 (31% off)

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Block out cabin lights and catch more rest with this contoured 3D sleep mask. The molded shape keeps pressure off your eyes while sealing out light, and it packs flat when you're ready to head to your next destination.

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Reduce fatigue on long flights or road trips with this three-pack of compression socks. They promote circulation and help keep your legs comfortable during long flights and road trips.

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Rogan says Trump ‘f---ed it up,’ may have handed country back to the Dems in 2028 with unpopular Iran war

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:25:18 -0400

Podcaster Joe Rogan warned on Wednesday that President Donald Trump may have accidentally handed the presidency back to Democrats in 2028 by starting an unpopular war in Iran.

Trump may have brought some normality since taking office, but he also has paved the way for the Democrats to return to power all over again, Rogan warned guest Rupert Lowe.

"For now, but if we don't f--- it, I mean, we might have f----- it up by going to Iran," Rogan said. "I mean, this war is not something anybody that's conservative wanted. Most people don't want it – except supporters of Israel. They're the only people that seem to be thinking it's a good idea in this country."

He added further, "Most people are horrified by the idea because Trump was elected — one of the pillars that he stood for – apparently was that he doesn't want any more wars."

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While Trump may have promised a "golden age," many of his staunch supporters have since criticized him for breaking his campaign promise on avoiding foreign wars.

Rogan and Lowe spoke about how one thing the Trump administration did manage to accomplish was shutting down USAID, which he and Lowe said was exporting far-left ideology to other countries. Rogan, however, had one key caveat: "Of course, if there was ever a Democrat that got elected president in 2028, it would probably start that b---- right back up, open the borders right back up. Business as usual."

"It seems like there was a desire to move people into blue states and then eventually get them on social assistance and then get them to become citizens, and then you have guaranteed voters," Rogan warned.

Lowe was alarmed at how taxpayer funds are being misused, saying the UK has a similar problem, but argued that in the Trump era, "At least you're making a stab at returning to some form of normality."

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Lowe recalled that he spoke out against the Iran war from a realpolitik perspective by arguing "it wasn't in the interest of the British nation."

"And I think, again, most of these leaders should put the interests of their taxpaying public first, and there's only a reason to go to war if it's going to benefit you," Lowe said.

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Border agents crack open cabbage shipment hiding multimillion-dollar secret at Texas border

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:24:02 -0400

FIRST ON FOX: Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers made a $10 million drug bust on Monday during an inspection of a commercial tractor trailer transporting cabbage at the Pharr Port of Entry, a bridge near the southernmost part of Texas.

A canine inspection and nonintrusive imaging scan led officers to a hidden load inside the trailer, CBP said. A physical search uncovered 477 packages containing 1,173 pounds of cocaine with an estimated street value of $10,787,500.

"This interception is a powerful reminder that our CBP officers are on duty 24/7, employing every resource to detect and deter those who attempt to exploit our borders," Carlos Rodriguez, Port Director for the Hidalgo Port of Entry, said in a statement to Fox News Digital.

CBP seized the narcotics and commercial truck.

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The haul continues to illustrate the smuggling threat faced by the country even amid historic investments in border security and record-breaking staffing levels at CBP.

Republicans in Congress have flooded the agency with cash through President Donald Trump’s signature Big Beautiful Bill as well as recent efforts to fund the Department of Homeland Security through the end of the administration. The two bills included $64 billion and $26 billion for CBP, respectively. A large portion of the second bill is set aside for agency manpower.

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Earlier this year, CBP announced it had broken staffing records, reaching 21,471 officers — the most in the agency’s 102-year history.

At the same time, since the end of 2024, border crossings have fallen dramatically, going from over 144,000 encounters in December 2024 to just 13,500 in May — a 90% reduction.

Despite the heavy investments, CBP and other federal agencies remain engaged in intercepting more organized smuggling operations that threaten to bring drugs, weapons and people illegally into the country.

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In April, for example, CBP announced it had prevented a car carrying a rocket-propelled grenade launcher, 16 AK rifles, 24 rifle magazines, 16 rifle stocks, 20 pistol grips, and other weapon parts from crossing the border.

"The threat of illicit narcotics is constant, but so is our vigilance," Rodriguez said.

Meghan Markle returns to Britain with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet for first time in years

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:22:07 -0400

Meghan Markle and her two young children are in the U.K.

The trio, along with Prince Harry, had a private family meeting with King Charles and Queen Camilla at Highgrove House on Friday afternoon, People reported. No photos or additional details of the meeting are expected to be released.

On July 9, The Telegraph reported that the Duchess of Sussex would return to Prince Harry's home country with their son, Prince Archie, 7, and daughter, Princess Lilibet, 5. According to the outlet, they are not expected to make any public appearances.

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The visit marks the family's first visit to England in four years. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who moved to California in 2020, were in the U.K. with their children for Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee in 2022.

The Sussexes were vacationing with their children in Europe before Harry returned to the U.K. alone on July 6, according to People. Meghan was expected to join Harry with the children, but the U.K. government declined his request for police protection for his family outside royal residences.

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He is expected to remain in the U.K. through July 11 for events highlighting the Invictus Games.

The Sussexes lost their taxpayer-funded security after they stepped back as senior working royals. Harry was denied the restoration of that security by the Executive Committee for the Protection of Royalty and Public Figures (RAVEC).

People previously reported that ahead of Harry's trip, his team spent several days exploring ways to make the visit safe through enhanced private security arrangements. Palace sources said Harry initially declined an invitation to stay at a royal residence before accepting it on Saturday, July 4.

Harry's spokesperson told People that an offer for the Duke of Sussex to stay at Buckingham Palace during his London visit was withdrawn after he had formally accepted it. Palace sources, however, disputed that account, saying Harry failed to respond by the deadline and that his later acceptance came only after arrangements could no longer be made.

Harry had also hoped to bring his family to Britain for the first time since 2022. However, after learning they would receive police protection only while on royal property — and not throughout the visit — People reported on July 4 that they would not accompany him.

On July 8, The Mirror reported that Harry was "frantically" working to secure private security so Meghan and their children could travel to the U.K. safely.

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It has been reported that Harry wants his children to know their British heritage and have a relationship with Charles, who continues to undergo cancer treatment. In a 2025 BBC interview, Harry said he hoped to reconcile with his family because "there's no point continuing to fight anymore." He also said his father was no longer speaking to him over the ongoing security dispute.

Taxpayer-funded security is determined on a case-by-case basis by RAVEC, according to Vanity Fair. The magazine reported that it is generally provided only to full-time working members of the royal family. A Home Office spokesperson confirmed to Vanity Fair that the government's position remains unchanged.

In his 2023 memoir, "Spare," Harry wrote about his daughter meeting the late Queen Elizabeth II and his father for the first time as she celebrated her first birthday during the Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

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Archie made "deep, chivalrous bows" while "Lili cuddled her great-grandmother's shins," he wrote.

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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped back as senior royals in 2020, citing what they described as the unbearable intrusions by the British press and a lack of support from the palace. They later aired their grievances in interviews and documentaries. Harry's memoir further strained his relationship with his family.

The best Amazon weekend deals: Up to 82% off Apple, Carhartt, Crest and more

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:36:12 -0400

Another summer weekend brings another wave of Amazon deals. Shop major discounts on warm-weather essentials, including Levi's jeans for 65% off, a powerful floor fan for 60% off and Carhartt T-shirts starting at just $14. Several of these deals are at or near their lowest prices in months, so shop before the weekend ends.

Trending Amazon weekend deals

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KuaiLu women's orthopedic sandals: $39.98 (43% off)
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Stock up on Levi's 505 jeans while select washes are discounted up to 65%. The classic fit provides room in the thigh and a straight cut past the ankle. Pair them with T-shirts, button-downs and more year-round.

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Skip the coffee shop and brew at home with OXO's top-rated drip coffee maker. It's designed to brew at an ideal temperature and extraction time for a balanced cup, while the nine-cup capacity makes it a practical choice for households with multiple coffee drinkers.

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Refresh your home with discounted upgrades on mattress toppers, fans and more.

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Keep large spaces cool with this high-powered fan, designed to circulate air in areas up to 1,076 square feet. Three speed settings let you adjust the airflow, while the anti-vibration stand helps reduce rattling during use.

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AI backlash reaches major university with bold ban on laptops and phones for law students

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:04:33 -0400

A major university is taking aim at tech in a sweeping ban against electronic devices in an effort to "ensure students actually learn to think critically, strategically and independently without relying on AI," according to administrators.

The University of Chicago has issued a ban on first-year law students using phones, tablets and laptops in class, a statement released by school administrators said Thursday.

The ban is set to take effect this fall, with university officials saying the rule will combat the use of artificial intelligence in the classroom.

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"With AI disrupting higher education, our commitment to rigorous legal education also must mean openness to even rapid adaptation," the statement said. "A willingness to rethink our practices is consistent with our law school’s long history of innovation."

According to the statement, administrators have worked throughout the past year to determine the best way to adopt AI within their curriculum and campus policies, and have sought feedback from the community, students, faculty, law firm leaders and legal technology executives.

"The feedback we have received throughout this process has been consistent," they added. "We need to ensure that our students actually learn to think critically, strategically, and independently without relying on AI; but we also must face the reality that AI tools are already widely available to our students, and our graduates will be expected to be prepared to use them in legal practice."

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The school has opted to launch a "strategic vision" that encompasses three themes, in which students and faculty will "develop AI-resilient pedagogy and assessment," promote "essential human" skills that distinguish excellent lawyers" and teach "responsible, effective, and ethical use of AI."

Under the newly announced strategy, first-year law students will be barred from utilizing electronic devices in the classroom, and professors instead will designate "classroom scribes" to take notes for the group.

Professors are also granted authority to determine when electronic devices can be used "for specific tech-enabled activities," such as "in-class polling."

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School administrators have also determined that students will be required to conduct legal research and writing assignments while using AI as a tool – but cannot use the technology to write the materials for them.

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Any use of AI to complete assignments will be reviewed by faculty, with the school also offering upper-level elective courses specializing in the adoption of AI in the legal field and the adaptation of AI tools for work in the legal field.

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"It is simply unrealistic to think that students and lawyers will not use AI," the statement said. "But legal technology is changing rapidly, and there is no guarantee that the specific AI tools or techniques that are ascendant today will be useful when current students enter practice. Thus, AI skills training requires more than producing students who can use the tools that are currently part of legal practice."

Fox News Digital reached out to the University of Chicago for comment.

Three intriguing quarterback battles to watch during college football offseason camps

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:59:00 -0400

It's July, which means fall camp for college football is just a few short weeks away.

It's hard to believe that in less than two months we will have real, live college football on our TV sets, so take a moment to pat yourselves on the back for making it this far without having gone insane.

While it's true that we have reached the home stretch of the offseason, many Power 4 college football programs are still locked in a heated battle over who their starting quarterback will be.

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Nothing gets the blood flowing in the heat of summer quite like a quarterback competition, and today I've picked three battles that you should keep an eye on heading into fall camp.

Alabama Crimson Tide: Austin Mack vs. Keelon Russell

Head coach Kalen DeBoer has not lacked a quality starter under center since arriving in Tuscaloosa in 2024.

His first year he inherited All-SEC signal caller Jalen Milroe, who then handed the reins over to former five-star and future first-round NFL Draft pick Ty Simpson in 2025.

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This year, DeBoer has an interesting conundrum on his hands: go with the veteran who has experience in the system (Austin Mack) or turn things over to the uber-talented redshirt freshman (Keelon Russell)?

To be fair, Mack was no slouch as a high school prospect himself, falling comfortably within the top-100 of the 247Sports composite rankings, but Russell was the can't-miss consensus five-star from just two recruiting cycles ago.

Mack transferred over from Washington, where he was recruited by DeBoer and Bama offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb, so his familiarity within the offense could be the edge he needs to win the job, but folks have been raving about Russell since he set foot on campus in Tuscaloosa, and the race is incredibly tight.

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Florida Gators: Aaron Philo vs. Tramell Jones

First-year Florida coach Jon Sumrall may have inherited a team with a 4-8 record in 2025, but the wins and losses belie just how much talent was left on this roster.

The Gators boast one of the best running backs in the country in Jadan Baugh and will likely be in the conversation for best wide receiver unit in the SEC by mid-season.

The problem is that no one in Gainesville knows who will be throwing all those weapons the football come Sept. 5, not even Sumrall himself.

Will it be Aaron Philo, the Georgia Tech transfer who followed offensive coordinator Buster Faulkner south on I-75?

Or will incumbent backup Tramell Jones take that next step and wrestle the starting role away from him?

Jones has the higher ceiling and the bigger arm, but Philo has the familiarity in Faulkner's system and is a bit savvier as a runner.

That last detail could be the difference, as Florida's offensive line continues to be a question mark heading into 2026.

Based on everything coming out of the football facility in Florida, this is a battle that will likely continue into the start of the season, as the Gators open up with presumptive pushovers FAU and Campbell before a trip to Auburn in week three.

Whoever impresses in the first two "cupcake" games will likely be the starter when Florida travels to Jordan-Hare on Sept. 19.

Clemson Tigers: Christopher Vizzina vs. Tait Reynolds

Much like with Alabama, the Clemson Tigers have a quarterback conundrum on their hands in trying to decide between a veteran who has waited his turn and a talented freshman looking to take the job by force.

Coach Dabo Swinney has made it abundantly clear that the job is Vizzina's to lose, but Reynolds may have taken that a little too literally.

He may not have the recruiting pedigree that Keelon Russell had, having been rated a three-star in the 2026 cycle, but Reynolds has the size and playmaking ability that could be the difference in the QB competition.

Vizzina's seniority and passing pedigree could and should give him the edge, especially with a week one matchup against the LSU Tigers looming, but if Clemson and Swinney need a spark to save their season, they could turn to the dynamic, dual-sport athlete to lead the charge.

One factor that could help Vizzina's case is the wide receiver room, which could be argued as one of the best in the nation, returning a dynamite duo in Bryant Wesco Jr. and T.J. Moore.

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His familiarity with those two can't be overstated, though it's worth noting that both quarterbacks will be dealing with a new offensive coordinator, as Chad Morris finds his way back to Clemson to replace Garrett Riley.

Unlike Alabama and Florida, the Tigers don't have any time to waste in deciding who will start, given the aforementioned showdown with LSU waiting for them to start the season.

California man picks up explosive device on a beach during July 4 cleanup, loses hand

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:53:20 -0400

A man lost his hand when an explosive device detonated as he was cleaning up Fourth of July fireworks debris on a beach in Northern California.

On Sunday, Jason Turner and his girlfriend, Pamala, were walking along Point St. George Beach in Del Norte County intending to pick up trash, according to a GoFundMe set up by his daughter Ashley Turner.

According to the online fundraiser, Turner picked up a "a bomb-like device that unexpectedly went off."

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Pamala told CBS News Sacramento that she used her shirt as a tourniquet to stop Turner's bleeding before first responders arrived.

The Del Norte County Sheriff's Office said in a statement on social media that their deputies responded to reports of an explosion at the beach. When they arrived, they found Turner in the parking lot with a "significant injury to his hand."

Ashley Turner said her father had to have his hand amputated and is waiting to undergo more surgeries. He is also dealing with vision and hearing loss as a result of the explosion, according to the GoFundMe.

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"My dad will be going into additional surgeries for his eyes. He has metal fragments stuck in his eyes," Ashley Turner wrote in a Wednesday update. "His right ear drum is blown and he has no hearing out of it."

The fundraiser also explained that Turner is the sole provider for his family of seven, and two of his children are still in school.

As of Friday afternoon, nearly $100,000 has been raised to help with Turner's ongoing medical costs. His daughter said his injuries may be permanent.

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The Del Norte County Sheriff's Office searched the beach and launched an investigation into what caused the explosion.

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"If you find a suspected explosive device do not touch it. Move away to a safe distance and immediately contact law-enforcement," the sheriff's office said.

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Romney weighs in on 2028: Those 80 and older shouldn't be 'running the world'

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:51:28 -0400

Mitt Romney, a former Massachusetts governor and former U.S. senator from Utah who will turn 80 years old next year, opined that he thinks individuals 80 and older should not be at the nation's helm.

He made the comments during an interview on "Deseret Voices" after host McKay Coppins jokingly asked Romney whether he would run for president in 2028.

Romney indicated he "would love" to run again, adding, "and this time I might get it right. You know, third time's a charm."

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Coppins said, "80 isn't what it used to be."

Romney referred to "The Body," saying the book's author, Bill Bryson, "points out that the human brain shrinks by 20% by the time you're 80 years of age."

Romney noted, "I basically think people who are 80 and above really should not be, uh, running the world or running the country."

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Romney sought the GOP presidential nod in 2008, but ultimately dropped out. He later clinched the Republican presidential nomination in 2012, but lost the general election that year to incumbent Democratic President Barack Obama.

President Donald Trump just turned 80 last month.

Former President Joe Biden, who was 82 when he left office last year, was the oldest person ever to serve in the U.S. presidency.

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Trump, who would also be an even older 82 by the end of his current term, is on track to become the oldest man ever to serve in the presidency.

Federal appeals court upholds controversial Illinois ban on semiautomatic guns

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:43:00 -0400

A federal appeals court upheld a controversial Illinois gun control law that largely bans assault weapons.

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit decision issued on Thursday slapped down a district court decision that declared the ban unconstitutional.

"Among other things, the Act criminalizes the manufacture, sale, delivery, purchase, and possession of assault weapons and large-capacity magazines. A grandfather clause permits preexisting lawful owners of the regulated items to continue possessing them," the Thursday decision noted.

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"For reasons that follow, we focus on the Act’s application to AR-15s and thirty-round rifle magazines. The Act’s restrictions on these items, we hold, are consistent with the principles that underpin our Nation’s tradition of firearm regulation. Whether to adopt them is thus a decision reposed in our elected representatives, and we reverse," the decision declared.

Chief Judge Michael Brennan dissented from the panel's decision.

"Our Nation’s enduring traditions forbid governments from prohibiting firearms commonly owned for self-defense. Because the people have overwhelmingly chosen the AR-15 rifle and its magazine as their weapon of choice, they are protected by the Second Amendment," Brennan wrote.

"Illinois’s ban goes too far and should be enjoined as unconstitutional. I respectfully dissent," he noted.

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, a Democrat who signed the controversial law in early 2023, hailed the court's decision.

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"BREAKING: The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the Protect IL Communities Act. Illinois will continue banning assault weapons and high-capacity magazines capable of inflicting mass casualties. A victory in the fight to end gun violence that helps keep our communities safe," the governor said in a Thursday post on X.

State Attorney General Kwame Raoul also celebrated the decision.

"This is a win that enhances public safety in Illinois. We have seen the damage that assault weapons and large-capacity magazines can inflict, and these weapons of war have no place in our communities," he said in a Thursday statement. "My office has successfully defended the state’s prohibition on these weapons in both state and federal court, and I am immensely proud of the hardworking attorneys in my office who have worked diligently to preserve this critical public safety measure."

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The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) was displeased by the decision.

"NSSF is a plaintiff in this case and plans on filing a cert petition with the U.S. Supreme Court," the group noted in a statement on Thursday.

LA Times reporter calls Dodgers "tone deaf" and an "insult to their fans" for accepting White House invitation

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:42:11 -0400

For many liberal sports reporters, who make up the vast majority of sports media, unfortunately, the worst thing a championship team can do is visit the Trump White House.

On Thursday, LA times long-time reporter, Bill Plaschke, called the Los Angeles Dodgers "tone deaf," and considered them accepting the invitation to the White House to celebrate their World Series championship, "an insult to their fans."

From the outset of this virtue signaling piece, Plaschke paints accepting the invitation as an insult to the Dodgers' largely Hispanic fan base.

"… why in the hell do they insist on embracing the person trying to tear this city apart?"

No, he’s not talking about Karren Bass. No, he’s not talking about Gavin Newsom. He’s claiming that President Trump is the one responsible for the list of issues that the city of Los Angeles faces. Bill, you’re in denial.

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He went on to state how multiple teams across multiple leagues, have refused to celebrate their championships at the White House while Donald Trump is in the Oval Office.

"The 2017 NBA champion Golden State Warriors wouldn’t go. The 2018 Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles wouldn’t go. The 2025 NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder wouldn’t go.

And now this group of Dodgers are going twice?"

And as I, and many of you rational, America-loving readers might have expected, Plaschke reached his inevitable conclusion. He claimed the Dodgers visiting the White House is an "insult to their fans" because President Donald Trump is actively deporting illegal immigrants.

"But what happened two months after that first visit altered even that flimsy bit of logic," Plaschke said while responding to Dodgers officials, claiming that visiting the White House was simply showing respect for the country, the presidency, and not an endorsement of Trump.

"The man inhabiting the office rained terror on Los Angeles with the midsomer ICE raids that changed the lives of thousands."

"Many impacted were the Dodgers fans, who filled the stadium every night for the team with arguably the largest immigrant fan base in sports."

Plaschke then went into further detail, trying to shame the organization for not immediately condemning the raids like other pro sports teams in town.

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Ironically, he tries to condemn the organization and its players as some sort of political puppets, claiming that they are "serving as a cheap Trump photo op," so they can honor "a man whose policies have a ravage their fans more than any other group in America."

If anybody is a political pawn, holding water for a political party and its politicians, it’s Plaschke.

Also, funny enough, I couldn't find any evidence that Plaschke was critical of Golden State Warriors Head Coach Steve Kerr and point guard Steph Curry endorsing Kamala Harris for president at the 2024 Democratic National Convention. Interesting. Liberal players and coaches can do what they want, even blatantly endorse political candidates, but heaven forbid a team accepts the honor for American people and the current administration to recognize and honor their championship achievement.

Easily the most idiotic claim from Plaschke throughout this lecture disguised as an article, was invoking the name of Dodgers' legend Jackie Robinson:

"An organization cannot boast of sharing a uniform with Jackie Robinson while sharing a very public afternoon with President Trump."

In my opinion, without saying it plainly, Plaschke is claiming that the Dodgers attending the White House are somehow supporting racism. It seems to me, making this asinine correlation is at very least, insinuating that President Trump and his administrations ideologies and policies would align with the racists that didn’t support Jackie Robinson and Black players in playing Major League Baseball. That’s inflammatory, unfounded nonsense.

Deporting illegal immigrants is not racist. It’s good policy. It’s what Barack Obama did, even at a grander scale.

Plaschke also stated it "doesn’t compute" that the Dodgers, who he claims "pioneer[ed] LGBTQ+ Pride Night" even "against the wishes of a conservative clubhouse" would normalize "the morality of President Trump" by attending the White House.

Imagine how lost in your liberal worldview you have to be to claim moral superiority, while promoting and defending LGBTQ+ Pride Night, which the Dodgers organization has used to insult Christians and Catholics, many of which make up their fan base.

As he wrapped up his lengthy liberal diatribe, Plaschke pleaded with the organization saying, "It’s not too late. The Dodgers still have time to change their minds and do the right thing." He claimed that the Dodgers should skip the visit for "common human decency."

In his final statements, Plaschke took one more shot at President Trump and went as far as calling the team "losers" if they went through with their visit to the White House.

"The president has treated the Dodgers fans with a careless disregard for their basic community, and the Dodgers need to let him know that is not OK…

Yeah, sure, in two weeks they could threat into the most celebrated residence in America as two time defending champions.

But they would leave as two-time losers."

Bill, maybe you’re the one that is tone-deaf.

Your profession is full of woke, intolerant, hypocritical, delusional, left-wing, political activists, and useful idiots, who think skipping the White House is somehow brave and powerful. It’s the opposite.

The Los Angeles Dodgers organization is correct when they say that visiting the White House is not an endorsement of the man that holds the office.

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Teams, individual players, and those in the media like yourself, encouraging them to refuse to visit the White House, says more about you then it does President Donald Trump.

Bill, maybe, just maybe, you may be the one that is an "insult."

Brittany Aldean wows in vacation style during Bahamas getaway with Jason Aldean

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:35:44 -0400

Brittany Aldean isn't ready to leave paradise.

The wife of country singer Jason Aldean shared another glimpse inside her family's Bahamas getaway after joking that they had decided to extend the vacation.

Brittany captioned the post, "just postponed our departure flight 🫠 oops!"

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Known for mixing and matching beachwear with statement accessories, Brittany once again showcased her style while documenting a Bahamas getaway filled with boating, fishing, family time and a visit to the famous swimming pigs.

Her opening look featured a black halter-style top with a geometric print and keyhole cutout paired with high-waisted knit pants with neutral striped detailing. She completed the outfit with oversized black sunglasses, statement gold-and-pearl earrings and a sleek low ponytail tied with a satin scarf.

The family also spent time on the water during a fishing excursion.

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The former NBA dancer smiled alongside her husband and daughter Navy as the trio proudly held up their fresh catch aboard a boat. Brittany wore a lavender bikini top with a burgundy sarong, layered necklaces, gold hoop earrings and a ‘VADA’ baseball cap while Jason sported a gray performance T-shirt, shorts, sunglasses and a backwards baseball cap.

Brittany later shared a behind-the-scenes video documenting the family's catch from sea to table. The clip showed Jason and the children reeling in fish before preparing the fresh catch into homemade poke bowls back on shore for dinner.

Another snapshot captured the entrepreneur enjoying a quiet moment aboard the boat.

The mother of two wore the same lavender bikini top with the flowing burgundy pants while standing beside a fishing rod with the open ocean behind her.

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The trip also included a stop to visit the famous swimming pigs in the Bahamas.

Brittany crouched in the sand beside several pigs while wearing a green tie-dye bikini top, a black mesh sarong, a printed headscarf, layered necklaces and sunglasses as she smiled for the camera.

Brittany also shared a sweet selfie with Jason.

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The Bahamas getaway comes after Brittany revealed during an Instagram Q&A last year, first reported by Country Now, that she and Jason had purchased a home in the islands, expanding the couple's growing real estate portfolio.

At the time, Brittany said she had "missed the islands like crazy" after selling their home in Turks and Caicos and added, "I have a feeling this may be my new favorite."

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The couple, who also own homes in Tennessee and Florida, have frequently shared their passion for buying, renovating and designing homes while taking advantage of the flexibility homeschooling provides for their children, Memphis and Navy.

"We LOVE homeschooling and being able to travel and allowing them to have worldly experiences," Brittany previously wrote. "It's hard to imagine being in one place all year."

Outside of vacation mode, Jason is continuing his Full Throttle Tour while Brittany regularly documents the family's travels, home renovations and signature beachwear looks on social media.

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Spend less time cleaning your pool this summer with Beatbot robot cleaners — up to 36% off

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:34:41 -0400

Before you dive into the pool this summer, make sure it's ready for swimming. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or throwing a World Cup party, let a Beatbot robot pool vacuum handle the cleaning. Models are now up to 36% off.

Choose the entry-level iSkim to clean every corner of smaller pools, or step up to the Sora 30, which runs for up to five hours while collecting debris. For larger pools, the AquaSense 2 Ultra scrubs floors, walls and even the surface. Beatbot also offers a 3% discount for seniors and military personnel.

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Platner collapse completes John Fetterman’s break from Sanders socialists who put him in Senate

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:22:18 -0400

Graham Platner’s political collapse did more than derail a scandal-plagued Senate campaign in Maine. It also completed Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman’s public transformation from a Bernie Sanders-backed progressive populist to one of the left’s most aggressive internal critics.

Fetterman was among the first prominent Democrats to call out Platner's mounting controversies, even as many party leaders continued backing the scandal-plagued candidate until a former girlfriend publicly accused Platner of rape, an allegation he denies. The accusation prompted the remaining pillars of Democratic support to collapse.

By Wednesday night, Fetterman laid into his onetime political ally Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., in an interview with Fox News’ Charles Hurt on "Jesse Watters Primetime."

"The trash took itself out," Fetterman said of Platner’s withdrawal, as Hurt asked who should be held most responsible for the Platner chaos.

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"Absolutely, Bernie Sanders needs to apologize to the voters of Maine and to everyone that donated to that train wreck of a campaign," Fetterman said.

Sanders ultimately called on Platner to end his candidacy after the allegation surfaced, but Fetterman argued the Vermont progressive owed voters an apology for helping elevate him in the first place.

"More than anyone, he pushed ‘P. Hustle’ into the election. And now he keeps pushing these Communists and these kinds of awful, anti-American people."

Fox News Digital reached out to Sanders, Fetterman and Platner's campaign for comment.

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The comments cap a remarkable political evolution for Fetterman, who recently acknowledged he is more popular with some Republicans than his own party.

"For some strange [reason], I am more popular with Republicans, which is confusing because I vote in the 90-[percentile] Dem-line," Fetterman told NewsNation in March, adding that he supports Israel and President Donald Trump’s "Operation: Epic Fury" against Iran.

Chris Borick, a professor at Lehigh University and former president of the Pennsylvania Political Science Association, called Fetterman's change in relationship with Sanders and the Democrats' progressive wing "dramatic."

"As someone that follows Pennsylvania politics, I can't find anything even close in comparison to the shifts that we've seen in Fetterman's positions on an array of matters over a short period of time," Borick said. "We've seen people switch parties, like Arlen Specter... but in terms of a quick departure on the most significant levels, Fetterman's changes are without precedent in the state."

Fetterman’s break with the left has not been limited to Sanders-world. In Pennsylvania, his increasingly independent posture has also put distance between him and parts of the state Democratic establishment, including breaking some partisan norms.

State Sen. Doug Mastriano, R-Gettysburg, who served in the Pennsylvania Senate while Fetterman was lieutenant governor and presided over the chamber, said the Democrat had "political differences" with him but was typically "gracious and respectful."

He spoke of an interaction on the Harrisburg Senate floor when Fetterman learned Mastriano accrued a record number of ballot signatures to qualify to run for governor against then-Attorney General Josh Shapiro.

"Senator Fetterman came down from the rostrum, congratulated me, and said, 'Doug, 30,000. That's really impressive. Great job.' It wasn't something he had to do," Mastriano told Fox News Digital.

"I can't speak for Sen. Fetterman's political evolution — that's something only he can explain. But I do respect anyone who is willing to speak their mind, think independently, and put what they believe to be America's interests first, even when doing so may not be popular within their own party," said Mastriano, who said Fetterman appears to be "put[ting] Pennsylvania ahead of politics."

Fetterman recently upstaged his home state’s Democratic standard-bearer, Gov. Josh Shapiro, by teaming up with Republican Sen. David McCormick to help secure a booth on the National Mall for the Great American State Fair after the governor’s office said there was too little time and too little vendor interest to assemble one.

Shapiro’s predecessor, Gov. Tom Wolf, with whom Fetterman served as lieutenant governor during Wolf’s second term, also appeared to have no love lost for his party’s new maverick.

"I have thoughts, but I don’t have to share them anymore," Wolf, who has largely retired from public life, said in March of Fetterman’s job performance.

When the two were in office in Harrisburg, Fetterman was closely aligned with Sanders and rode a wave of progressive populism to the lieutenant governor’s office — which is a separate primary-ballot line from the governorship.

Sam Chen, a Pennsylvania political analyst and chief strategist at the Allentown-based Liddell Group, told Fox News Digital that Fetterman’s evolution from Sanders ally to critic is a significant one while questioning whether the Democratic Party’s political environment helped cause the break.

"Fetterman was really helped by Sanders — even in Fetterman's first Senate run … and then against who we really thought was probably the frontrunner in Conor Lamb."

"Sanders really helped put Fetterman on the map and helped get him over the top," Chen said, calling the senator's recent condemnation of Sanders his "biggest break" with the progressive wing.

However, Chen questioned whether Fetterman’s break with Sanders over Platner was less about policy than about judgment, character and candidate quality.

"I wonder if Fetterman would have had this position if Platner had all his policy views that he has now but there was no Totenkopf tattoo or allegations from women."

During his 2018 lieutenant governor campaign, Fetterman touted Sanders’ endorsement as proof of his progressive bona fides, describing the Vermont senator as one of the few national politicians who had the "little guy’s" back. Fetterman was then still mayor of postindustrial Braddock, a working-class suburb outside Pittsburgh, but his populist profile was already drawing national attention.

Sanders in turn came to Pennsylvania to endorse Fetterman: "What John’s campaign is about … is that we are going to transform this country and create a government that works for all of us, not just wealthy campaign contributors," he said, according to PBS’ Philadelphia affiliate.

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Since his election to the Senate, Pennsylvania Democratic groups, including the Monroe County Democratic Party in the Poconos, have branded him a "traitor," while Punchbowl described his current political standing as "tenuous" and reported that no member of the Keystone State’s House delegation would confirm support for a 2028 reelection bid.

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"Squad" member Rep. Summer Lee, who represents Fetterman's hometown and is more ideologically aligned with Sanders, told the outlet the increasingly isolated senator would run "at his own peril."

Chen said Fetterman's progressive "bona fides" remain, noting he still is reliably liberal on LGBTQ rights, marijuana and abortion — adding that as mayor or lieutenant governor, foreign policy positions were a nonfactor. Still, he argued, the fight over Platner shows how far Fetterman has moved from the progressive coalition that launched him into national politics.

Trump admin scraps ‘weaponized’ wildlife rule that became 'burden' on American families and businesses: Burgum

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:12:04 -0400

EXCLUSIVE: The Interior and Commerce Departments are scrapping a sweeping Endangered Species Act (ESA) rule that officials say past administrations "weaponized" to block energy production, logging, infrastructure projects and private citizens' land use.

Officials pointed to several ESA-listed species they say triggered undue or burdensome restrictions by treating habitat modification as potential "harm" to protected species, purportedly expanding the ESA's "harm" provision.

"For years, federal agencies abused the ESA to obstruct lawful land use and burden American families and businesses," Interior Secretary Doug Burgum told Fox News Digital.

"That approach turned routine activity into a regulatory trap, drove up costs that impacted people’s lives, and expanded federal authority beyond what Congress intended."

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On Friday, the Interior and Commerce Departments announced they are rescinding the 'outdated' regulatory definition of 'harm' and returning the Endangered Species Act's interpretation to its original intent to end years of federal overreach.

The administration is relying in part on the Supreme Court’s 2024 decision in Loper Bright v. Raimondo, which overturned "Chevron deference" and held that courts must use independent judgment when interpreting federal statutes rather than deferring to an agency’s preferred reading of ambiguous law.

The rule change therefore aims to align regulations with the "single best" meaning of a statute rather than letting it be "contort[ed] to fit a political agenda," officials said.

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Officials pointed to the dunes sagebrush lizard, which the Biden administration listed as endangered in 2024, as an example of what they view as speculative habitat-based restrictions.

Officials argued the change led to unnecessary restrictions on energy projects in Texas’ lucrative Permian Basin, most recently depicted in the acclaimed Billy Bob Thornton series "Landman."

Under Section 9 of the ESA, it is unlawful to "take" endangered wildlife, a term Congress defined to include actions such as harming, harassing, wounding or killing protected species.

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Federal materials tied the species’ decline to surface-disturbing activities, including energy development and sand mining, which officials and industry representatives say can trigger costly permitting and compliance burdens.

Officials also cited the lesser prairie-chicken, a grassland bird whose federal protections have drawn opposition from farmers, ranchers and energy developers across New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas and Colorado.

The fight over habitat-based "harm" dates back decades, including the northern spotted owl, whose 1990 ESA listing fueled a long-running battle over timber harvesting in the Pacific Northwest and was blamed for job losses.

A 2021 study in the Journal of Environmental Economics and Management estimated the owl’s ESA listing reduced timber employment by roughly 16,000 to 32,000 jobs in the Pacific Northwest and northern California.

Timber interests and landowners challenged the federal definition, arguing that "harm" should cover direct injury to wildlife, not habitat modification that indirectly affects a species.

The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Clinton Interior Secretary Bruce Babbitt in 1995, upholding a definition of "harm" that included significant habitat modification when it actually kills or injures protected wildlife.

Officials say the change is designed to narrow the regulation after Loper Bright and prevent agencies from using habitat-based theories to block lawful activity far beyond what Congress authorized.

The agencies argued the previously broadened definition of "harm" became an unlawful intrusion on private property rights.

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick added that fishermen in particular have been burdened by the regulation for "too long."

Returning the ESA to its original purpose protects both the environment and economic development, Lutnick said.

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"This administration is committed to protecting wildlife using Gold Standard Science, the law and the tools Congress actually gave us," added U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Director Brian Nesvik. "We can protect species and respect communities at the same time."

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Administration officials stressed that core ESA protections remain in place, including prohibitions on directly injuring or killing protected wildlife.

The administration said the change is intended to reduce permitting and compliance costs while providing greater legal clarity for landowners, energy producers and developers, advancing President Donald Trump's vision of domestic energy dominance and a regulatory state that works for, not against, the average American.

This week's best sales: Save up to 82% on Greenworks, Shark, Blackstone and more

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:22:30 -0400

Refresh your home, upgrade your backyard and get a headstart on back-to-school shopping with this week's best summer sales. Highlights include Wayfair Basics microfiber sheets for 82% off, an HP wireless printer for half off, a discounted Blackstone griddle for summer cookouts and polo shirts for less than $30.

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From tools to summer travel essentials, these shopper-favorite picks are all on sale.

Wayfair Basics microfiber sheet set (82% off)

Grab these lightweight, breathable sheets from Wayfair for less than $25 — their lowest price to date. Made from brushed microfiber, they stay cool in warmer months, cozy in cooler weather and resist wrinkles for a crisp look.

Levi's men's 505 Regular Fit jeans (65% off)

Save nearly $50 on these Levi's jeans, designed with a roomy thigh for extra comfort and a classic straight-leg fit that never goes out of style. Choose from dozens of washes and a wide range of sizes.

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Caraway cookware set (34% off)

Upgrade your kitchen with this 12-piece Caraway cookware set, which comes with ceramic pots, pans and storage organizers. The cookware features ergonomic handles and a nonstick ceramic coating made without PTFE, PFOA or PFAS.

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Trim branches, cut back overgrown shrubs and tackle yard work faster with this lightweight mini chainsaw from Tietoc. You can now get it for under $50.

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Tecovas Men's Pearl Snap polo shirt: $29 (Orig. $65)

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Solar Ball string lights: $44.95 (Buy 2+, Save 15%)

Hang these solar-powered string lights from trees, plant hooks or fences to brighten your outdoor space. Choose from six lighting modes, including steady, flashing and running patterns. Buy two solar items and use code NIGHT15 to save 15%.

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Fire up burgers, pancakes and more on this Blackstone tabletop griddle, which heats quickly and cooks evenly. You'll get one free after your third Good Chop meat delivery, making this one of the best bundle deals available right now.

Petlibro Granary 2 Vision: $170.99 (Orig. $189.99)

Keep track of you furry friend's every meal with this Petlibro automatic feeder, which uses an AI camera to recognize each pet and log feeding habits automatically. Use code GRANARY10 to save 10% on your order.

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Trade in an eligible phone and open a new Verizon line to get up to $1,000 off the iPhone 17 Pro. With plans starting at $2.77 per month, it's one of the strongest carrier offers available right now.

Kansas City Steak Company Summer Sizzler: $169.80 (Orig. $374.80)

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Move comfortably all day in these athletic-fit stretch jeans from Buckle. The flexible fabric gives you room to bend and move without sacrificing the slim look, and today you can save an extra 25%.

Harry & David Simple Chocolate Celebrate Summer basket: $71.99 (Orig. $89.99)

Treat guests at your next barbecue or summer gathering with this Harry & David chocolate gift basket. It includes everything from sea salt caramels and dipped pretzels to cookies and lemon drops, and you can get 50% off a second basket with code BOGO50.

Greenworks 40V brushless string trimmer and leaf blower kit: $196 (Orig. $349.99)

Tackle more yard work with one purchase thanks to this Greenworks combo kit. The string trimmer keeps grass and weeds under control while the leaf blower clears driveways and patios, and the included battery and charger let you get started right away.

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Shop early back-to-school deals on HP, Stanley, JanSport and more.

HP Envy wireless color inkjet printer: $89.99 (Orig. $179.99)

Print homework, permission slips and school essays from home with this HP Envy all-in-one printer. It prints in color, scans, copies and supports automatic two-sided printing, while the 35-sheet document feeder makes larger jobs easier.

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JanSport Cool backpack: $43 (Orig. $67)

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FOX-favorite brands like JanSport and Greenworks are offering midsummer deals, while retailers are rolling out early back-to-school sales. The most notable markdowns this week include 82% off Wayfair Basics microfiber sheets and Levi's men's 505 Regular Fit jeans for just $26.

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Norway World Cup team switches hotels in Florida after noise complaints: 'We must move'

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:53:55 -0400

Ahead of the biggest soccer match in the country's history, Norway had to make some last-minute logistical changes.

Norway is set to face England for a spot in the World Cup semifinals at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on Saturday, but the Norway players apparently were not getting much rest.

According to The Independent, players requested a hotel change due to "noise and disruption from the road outside their original hotel as well as a nearby construction site."

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The team had been staying at the Dalmar Hotel in Fort Lauderdale but has now moved to a hotel even closer to the stadium.

"It is brutal having to move, but we are satisfied with the new place and everyone is happy now," a team rep told Fox News Digital.

"Some people might fear that this will affect the players, but it was the players who wanted this more than anyone else. We have strong people in our support team and managed to move in two-and-a-half hours. The process of changing hotel is not ideal, but we wanted to take action as soon as possible. Having a good atmosphere is most important.

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"We are going to stay for a week in Miami, and we have now been for six weeks in the United States and we are going to play in the biggest match in Norwegian history. We have avoided cabin fever so far and don’t want any risk of it now. FIFA have accepted that we must move to another hotel."

The Independent said that FIFA agreed to pay for 50 rooms and security at the new hotel, while the Norwegian Football Association will pay for any extra charges to accommodate the hotel switch.

Norway has been carried by Erling Haaland, who scored two second-half goals on Sunday to put Norway past Brazil in the Round of 16.

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Players on the team have also been dealing with an illness in recent days.

This is just the fourth time Norway has played in the World Cup and its first since 1998, but this team has won over its country. This is the first time it has advanced past the Round of 16.

Blue Jays star Braydon Fisher's father, Normand Fisher, dies during the team's California road trip at 65

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:48:10 -0400

Toronto Blue Jays reliever Braydon Fisher’s father, Normand Fisher, died at 65 during the team’s road trip to California on Monday.

The Blue Jays were playing the San Francisco Giants, and Norm Fisher, who grew up in Vanden, California, was visiting friends from his high school before the game. After the visit, as Normand was heading back into the city, he suffered a stroke.

Braydon Fisher, who has been on the bereavement list since his father’s death, spoke glowingly of his "amazing" dad on Wednesday.

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"He was an amazing person," Fisher said, via MLB.com. "I’ve heard you say this about myself, and he always loved when you all said this, but there was never a bad day for Norm. His name was Norm. There was never a bad day for him."

"He was always happy, cheerful and willing to help anybody. He loved people. He did everything as perfectly as you could. He was very proud of what he had."

Normand was an officer in the Air Force for eight years. Braydon is in his second season with the Blue Jays and said his father was an ardent supporter of both his son and the team.

"He played baseball and he loved baseball. Growing up, if it had a score, it was on the TV. He loved watching it and he loves all the guys. I don’t think that for the last two years, you’d see him not wearing Blue Jays gear. Not ever. No matter the occasion."

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"He always supported me in every single way," Fisher said. "He did everything he could to make sure I achieved the dream I’d talked about since I was five."

Braydon, 25, said that while his father played baseball, his mother said the Blue Jays reliever got his athletic ability from her.

"He liked to talk about being a good baseball player," Fisher said with a smile. "I always gave him (a hard time) for that. My mom always tells him that I got my athletic ability from her."

Braydon thanked the Blue Jays for their supporting not just him but his family as well.

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"I just want to thank the whole Blue Jays staff for how amazing they’ve been supporting me and my family," Fisher said. "Getting flights, hotels, giving me as much time as I needed and all of the nice messages."

Fisher is expected to be activated from the bereavement list during the team’s series against the San Diego Padres. He made his MLB debut last season and has quickly become a trusted member of the Blue Jays’ bullpen.

Last season, Fisher went 7-0 with a 2.70 ERA over 52 games, striking out 62 hitters in 50 innings. This season, he has continued to be a stabilizing presence for manager John Schneider. In 43 games, he is 3-3 with a 3.33 ERA over 43 games, while striking out 46 hitters in 46 innings.

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Trump administration expands 'Product of USA' label as push for American-raised beef grows

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:38:44 -0400

FIRST ON FOX — The Trump administration announced on Friday that 10 additional companies will put a "Product of USA" label on their meat and poultry products that originate from farms and ranches in the United States.

This push began earlier this year as a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) initiative aimed at making it easier for consumers to know whether they are supporting American meat producers at the grocery store.

"President Trump has made it clear that when American families buy American products, they should know exactly what they’re getting," Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins said in a statement first obtained by Fox News Digital. "The Product of USA label gives consumers confidence that the meat, poultry, and egg products they purchase come from animals born, raised, harvested, and processed right here in the United States."

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The USDA finalized the updated standard of what qualifies as American meat in 2024, marking a shift from past labeling rules that critics said allowed some imported meat to say it was U.S.-made as long as it was merely processed domestically.

Rollins added that as more companies adopt the voluntary label, independent ranchers, family farmers, and small- and mid-sized meat processors will begin to reap the benefits.

"USDA will continue working every day to strengthen domestic food production and ensure American agriculture remains the strongest in the world," Rollins added.

The 10 new companies adopting the "Product of USA" label include Harris Ranch and One World Beef, both based in California; Upper Iowa Beef; American Foods Group; Agri Beef in Idaho; FPL Food in Georgia; Hadrick Farms in South Dakota; Fort Worth Meat Packers in Texas; Wholestone Farms in Nebraska; and Harrison's Poultry in Illinois.

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Juan Ramos, founder and CEO of Fort Worth Meats, said in a statement that the origin of food "should never be a mystery."

"Consumers deserve labels they can trust, U.S. producers deserve recognition for what they produce, and every meat product should be represented honestly for what it is," Ramos said.

Eric Brandt, the president of One World Beef, thanked the USDA for strengthening transparency and "helping preserve the future of independent ranching for generations to come."

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"Working from pasture to package gives us a unique appreciation for the responsibility behind every label. Honest representation honors the work of producers and gives consumers the confidence to know exactly what they're buying," Kyle Zimmerman, co-president and co-owner of Harrisons Poultry, said.

According to the USDA website, thousands of American producers already display the "Product of USA" label.

Last month, the USDA announced another new initiative called the Strengthening Processing for U.S. Ranchers Program.

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The program will provide up to $500 million to help eligible small- and mid-sized beef processors to expand their domestic operations.

To be eligible, companies need to be U.S.-owned firms under federal inspection, according to the USDA. They also cannot hold a dominant position in the beef processing market.

Fox News Digital's Danielle Wallace contributed to this report.

Mamdani official's planned meeting with Iran envoy shut down by State Department

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:35:40 -0400

A senior official in New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration planned to meet with Iran's ambassador to the United Nations before the State Department reportedly intervened, and the meeting was canceled.

Commissioner Ana María Archila, leader of the Mamdani administration’s Office of International Affairs, was scheduled to meet with Iran’s permanent representative to the United Nations, Amir-Saeid Iravani, Tuesday, the City Journal first reported.

A U.S. official familiar with the matter confirmed to Fox News Digital that the meeting had been scheduled. The State Department did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment.

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The reported intervention marks the second known instance in recent weeks in which the Trump administration has stepped in over the Mamdani administration's contacts with foreign leaders, highlighting growing federal scrutiny of New York City's international outreach under its new socialist mayor.

The Office for International Affairs coordinates closely with the State Department on many diplomatic matters because of New York City's role as host to the United Nations.

Once the State Department became aware of the planned meeting, it was called off and State Department officials met with Mamdani officials to clarify acceptable conduct, a State Department official told the City Journal.

The Iranian mission declined to comment on the meeting to Fox News Digital. "That meeting did not take place, it will not take place and I did not know about it until there was a press inquiry regarding it," Mamdani said during a press conference on Friday.

Pressed on whether he supported such a meeting, he added: "I've said that that meeting will not be taking place. Thank you all very much."

Trump has repeatedly said he is "No. 1" on Iran’s "kill list," and Israel recently shared intelligence with the U.S. president about an Iranian plot to assassinate him, according to a Wall Street Journal report.

The reported Iran meeting would mark the second known instance in recent weeks in which the Trump administration intervened over the Mamdani administration's contacts with foreign officials.

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In June, the Washington Post reported that a planned meeting between Mamdani and Colombian President Gustavo Petro was scrapped after State Department objections. Fox News Digital has asked the State Department to confirm that account.

Archila, the official who planned to meet with the Iranian representative, served as the co-director of New York’s progressive Working Families party prior to her appointment as commissioner. She had no prior diplomatic experience before taking the role, and in 2022 ran for lieutenant governor of New York.

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Archila made headlines in 2018 when she confronted former Sen. Jeff Flake, R-Ariz., outside a Senate elevator after he announced he would vote to confirm Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh.

She identified herself as a sexual assault victim and asked him why he would vote to confirm Kavanaugh after hearing the account of Christine Blasey Ford, who claimed Kavanaugh sexually assaulted her when they were teenagers. Kavanaugh denied the allegation.

Mikel Oyarzabal and Romelu Lukaku set to light up Spain vs Belgium World Cup quarterfinal

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:35:37 -0400

We grabbed another win yesterday as France advanced to the semifinals. It wasn't just a win, but a 2-0 victory as predicted. I didn't bet it, but the odds on that exact score had to be a decent payday for you. Today brings us just one game in the World Cup, and the winner will move on to play France in the semifinals. Let's try to grab a bit more cash as Spain takes on Belgium.

The Spanish team remains one of the better groups remaining in the World Cup. If you're considering the remaining teams, I think you have to assume that either Spain or Argentina will be the biggest threat to France. Spain is led in scoring by Mikel Oyarzabal, and my biggest concern is that they don't have enough guys to get goals. With only nine goals in the World Cup, over five games, they could certainly use more scoring in general. They have five guys with one goal each, which is a testament to how many different people have made an impact, but they will struggle if Oyarzabal can't lead the way.

In their path to getting to this game, Spain started with a draw against Cape Verde. We know now that the Cape Verde team had a lot of heart and was very good in the World Cup. That final was 0-0. In the second game, they were able to win 4-0 over Saudi Arabia. That's a game they were supposed to dominate, and they did it. The final game of the Group Stage saw them win 1-0 over Uruguay. They had a fairly lucky draw against Austria in the Round of 32 and dominated, winning 3-0. Then they ended Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career with a 1-0 win to get to this game.

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Belgium is probably a team most readers are a bit more familiar with, having seen them play in their last match. It wasn't the most-watched game of all time like the England-Mexico match, but having knocked out the United States, there were plenty of people watching them play. While Spain is led by one guy, I would say that Belgium is also led, but not dominated, by one person. Romelu Lukaku is their best scorer and has recorded a shot in each game and a shot on goal in the past three games. Belgium has four guys on the squad with at least two goals.

I've already mentioned the last game that Belgium played, but let's explore their path to this matchup. They've had a relatively easy path, starting with a draw against Egypt, which also gave Argentina a scare (and arguably should've won). Then playing Iran to a draw as well. When they needed a win, against New Zealand, they got it, winning 5-1. They also beat Senegal 3-2, before taking down America 4-1.

There are two things I like in this game: the first one is both teams to score. This is slightly pricey with a -145 line, and Spain hasn't exactly looked like an offensive force, but I think they should be good enough to get one against a Belgium team that has given up plenty of opportunities to opponents. In fact, in all but one Belgium game, the teams have both scored.

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The other angle I like in this one is over 2.5 goals scored. Again, Spain seems to be more defensively focused, but Belgium is an attacking team. I wouldn't be surprised to see a 2-1 victory for either team here. I just don't have a good feel for which team comes out on top (which usually means that there is some value in the underdog). Give me the over.

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