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Trump says U.S. can strike Iran “anytime we want” as fighting resumes
President Trump warned that American forces remain ready to hit Iranian targets at will after recent airstrikes. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Russian assistance to Tehran would not deter further U.S. action. Iran claimed additional naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz while Trump floated renaming the waterway the “Trump Strait.” White House aides are working to contain the conflict’s political impact ahead of the midterms.
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President Trump warned that American forces remain ready to hit Iranian targets at will after recent airstrikes. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Russian assistance to Tehran would not deter further U.S. action. Iran claimed additional naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz while Trump floated renaming the waterway the “Trump Strait.” White House aides are working to contain the conflict’s political impact ahead of the midterms.
Source: Newsmax, Fox News, Just The News
Downtown Minneapolis shooting leaves multiple dead and wounded, including officers
A shooting in downtown Minneapolis killed at least two people and wounded several others, among them three police officers. The suspected gunman was also reported dead. Authorities described the incident as contained but provided limited additional details as the investigation continues.
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A shooting in downtown Minneapolis killed at least two people and wounded several others, among them three police officers. The suspected gunman was also reported dead. Authorities described the incident as contained but provided limited additional details as the investigation continues.
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DOJ seizes $560,000 in crypto and disrupts Hamas recruitment network
The Justice Department, led by U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro, announced the seizure of more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency and the shutdown of domains used by Hamas for fundraising and recruitment. Investigators also obtained the identities of thousands of individuals who attempted to send money to the group. The operation targeted servers and encrypted channels linked to Hamas’s military wing.
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The Justice Department, led by U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro, announced the seizure of more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency and the shutdown of domains used by Hamas for fundraising and recruitment. Investigators also obtained the identities of thousands of individuals who attempted to send money to the group. The operation targeted servers and encrypted channels linked to Hamas’s military wing.
Source: One America News, Just The News, Fox News
Gloria Steinem, pioneering feminist, dies at 92
Gloria Steinem, the longtime writer, activist, and symbol of the American feminist movement, has died at age 92. She co-founded Ms. magazine and spent decades advocating for women’s rights, abortion access, and social equality. Tributes noted her influence across generations of activism.
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Gloria Steinem, the longtime writer, activist, and symbol of the American feminist movement, has died at age 92. She co-founded Ms. magazine and spent decades advocating for women’s rights, abortion access, and social equality. Tributes noted her influence across generations of activism.
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Politics / National
Federal judge blocks Trump’s latest birthright citizenship order
A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction against President Trump’s newest effort to restrict automatic citizenship for children born in the United States to non-citizen parents. The ruling came in a lawsuit filed by immigration advocacy groups that had previously challenged similar measures.
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A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction against President Trump’s newest effort to restrict automatic citizenship for children born in the United States to non-citizen parents. The ruling came in a lawsuit filed by immigration advocacy groups that had previously challenged similar measures.
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DOJ rules states must report illegal immigrants in federal welfare programs
In a significant policy shift, the Justice Department’s Office of Legal Counsel withdrew a Clinton-era opinion and now requires all states administering federal welfare programs to report undocumented immigrants. The change expands reporting obligations beyond the individual programs themselves.
Source: Just The News
In a significant policy shift, the Justice Department’s Office of Legal Counsel withdrew a Clinton-era opinion and now requires all states administering federal welfare programs to report undocumented immigrants. The change expands reporting obligations beyond the individual programs themselves.
Source: Just The News
Trump signs funding bill to avert government shutdown; launches 30-day midterm tour
President Trump signed a stopgap funding measure to prevent a government shutdown ahead of the November midterms. He also announced a 30-day campaign swing to support Republican candidates. House Democrats separately blocked a proposed constitutional amendment that would have permanently capped the Supreme Court at nine justices.
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President Trump signed a stopgap funding measure to prevent a government shutdown ahead of the November midterms. He also announced a 30-day campaign swing to support Republican candidates. House Democrats separately blocked a proposed constitutional amendment that would have permanently capped the Supreme Court at nine justices.
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Chevron expands Venezuelan operations after Trump oil deal
Chevron confirmed it will expand its presence in Venezuela’s Orinoco Belt and invest more than $7 billion over five years, aiming to more than double production. The move follows President Trump’s announcement of a broader U.S. partnership to develop Venezuelan oil reserves with Pentagon profit participation. Some Republicans, including Sen. Ted Cruz, have raised concerns about the arrangement.
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Chevron confirmed it will expand its presence in Venezuela’s Orinoco Belt and invest more than $7 billion over five years, aiming to more than double production. The move follows President Trump’s announcement of a broader U.S. partnership to develop Venezuelan oil reserves with Pentagon profit participation. Some Republicans, including Sen. Ted Cruz, have raised concerns about the arrangement.
Source: One America News, Newsmax, Just The News
Texas governor and Senate races statistically tied in new polling
Fresh polling shows the Texas governor’s race and the U.S. Senate contest both within the margin of error. Republican incumbents face competitive Democratic challengers in what has traditionally been a solid red state, raising the stakes for the midterms.
Source: Just The News
Fresh polling shows the Texas governor’s race and the U.S. Senate contest both within the margin of error. Republican incumbents face competitive Democratic challengers in what has traditionally been a solid red state, raising the stakes for the midterms.
Source: Just The News
Streaming & Tech
Sling TV ends its Rewards loyalty program
Sling TV shut down its Rewards program after August 31. The program had allowed subscribers and Freestream users to earn bill credits, free months, and sweepstakes entries simply by watching. The closure comes amid ongoing DISH Network bankruptcy proceedings.
Source: Cord Cutters News
Sling TV shut down its Rewards program after August 31. The program had allowed subscribers and Freestream users to earn bill credits, free months, and sweepstakes entries simply by watching. The closure comes amid ongoing DISH Network bankruptcy proceedings.
Source: Cord Cutters News
Roku devices still available at pre-price-hike levels on Amazon
Amazon continues to sell leftover inventory of the Roku Ultra and Roku Streambar at their previous prices, offering savings of more than $50 compared with Roku’s newly raised list prices. The window for the lower pricing is expected to close once remaining stock is gone.
Source: Cord Cutters News
Amazon continues to sell leftover inventory of the Roku Ultra and Roku Streambar at their previous prices, offering savings of more than $50 compared with Roku’s newly raised list prices. The window for the lower pricing is expected to close once remaining stock is gone.
Source: Cord Cutters News
Disney+ begins major global app update with IMAX features
Disney+ is rolling out a refreshed application experience in multiple markets, replacing older regional versions. The update includes IMAX Enhanced support and other interface improvements as the streamer continues consolidating its global platform.
Source: Cord Cutters News
Disney+ is rolling out a refreshed application experience in multiple markets, replacing older regional versions. The update includes IMAX Enhanced support and other interface improvements as the streamer continues consolidating its global platform.
Source: Cord Cutters News
Pluto TV launches major update on Roku devices
The free ad-supported service Pluto TV is deploying a significant app overhaul on Roku players and Roku TVs. The new version shares underlying technology with Paramount+ while remaining a separate free service with its own branding and content library.
Source: Cord Cutters News
The free ad-supported service Pluto TV is deploying a significant app overhaul on Roku players and Roku TVs. The new version shares underlying technology with Paramount+ while remaining a separate free service with its own branding and content library.
Source: Cord Cutters News
Other Notable
NBA suspends Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, fines team $30 million
The NBA suspended Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer and fined the franchise $30 million for salary-cap violations. The penalty is among the largest financial sanctions in league history related to roster and compensation rules.
Source: Just The News
The NBA suspended Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer and fined the franchise $30 million for salary-cap violations. The penalty is among the largest financial sanctions in league history related to roster and compensation rules.
Source: Just The News
House Intel chairman warns of drone and AI threats on 9/11 anniversary eve
Rep. Rick Crawford, chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, visited a 9/11 memorial site and urged continued vigilance against emerging threats from drones and artificial intelligence. He stressed that complacency remains a danger more than two decades after the attacks.
Source: Just The News
Rep. Rick Crawford, chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, visited a 9/11 memorial site and urged continued vigilance against emerging threats from drones and artificial intelligence. He stressed that complacency remains a danger more than two decades after the attacks.
Source: Just The News
That’s your briefing for Thursday, September 3, 2026. Stay informed, and we’ll see you tomorrow.