News from the Note…
A round up of the day’s news that might be of interest to you.
This is an OPEN THREAD, folks. Chat about any of the stories listed, share links to stories that caught your eye today, and generally have a good time discussing whatever you want.
BREAKING: Trump says U.S. reaches trade agreement with Europe with 15% tariff
— Axios (@axios.com) July 27, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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BREAKING: The Israeli military said it would begin a “tactical pause” in fighting in three areas of Gaza- Muwasi, Deir al-Balah and Gaza City- as part of steps to address a worsening humanitarian situation.
— The Associated Press (@apnews.com) July 27, 2025 at 1:13 AM
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Ukrainian drones target St Petersburg as Putin attends scaled-down Navy Day reut.rs/4maddDL
— Reuters (@reuters.com) July 27, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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JUST IN: The suspect in the Michigan Walmart stabbing faces terrorism and assault charges. All victims are expected to survive. Read more: cnn.it/41dPGd9
— CNN (@cnn.com) July 27, 2025 at 2:22 PM
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President Donald Trump’s tax and spending law will add $3.4 trillion to federal deficits through 2034, the Congressional Budget Office reported, a slight increase in the projection that takes into account the final tweaks that Republicans made before getting the legislation over the finish line.
— The Associated Press (@apnews.com) July 27, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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House Speaker Mike Johnson panned a discharge petition from Reps. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna designed to force the release of more files on Epstein. The Speaker also claimed that the legislative effort from the two lawmakers was not the reason he adjourned the House earlier than planned.
— Politico (@politico.com) July 27, 2025 at 1:34 PM
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President Trump played golf Saturday at his course on Scotland's coast while protesters around the country took to the streets to decry his visit and accuse United Kingdom leaders of pandering to the American.
— CBS News (@cbsnews.com) July 27, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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As Kamala Harris deliberates on whether she should run for governor or hold out for another potential presidential bid, California Democrats are quietly asking themselves the same question
— CNN (@cnn.com) July 27, 2025 at 8:22 AM
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Thai and Cambodian leaders are set to meet in Malaysia for talks to end border hostilities that have killed at least 34 people and displaced more than 168,000 over the last four days.
— CBS News (@cbsnews.com) July 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Republican Sen. Susan Collins of Maine says the Trump administration is pushing the limits of its constitutional powers in clawing back money approved by Congress.
— The Wall Street Journal (@wsj.com) July 27, 2025 at 8:59 AM
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Two top NOAA officials who played a role in the high-profile “Sharpiegate” investigation at the agency were placed on administrative leave this week.
— NBC News (@nbcnews.com) July 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Officials warned that smoke-filled air would blanket the New York City area on Sunday, creating unhealthy conditions for some, as soot and ash from Canadian wildfires drifted across the border.
— The New York Times (@nytimes.com) July 27, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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