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The news, in brief …
Ayatollah killed, death toll climbs in Iran conflict
Three American service members and hundreds of civilians are reported dead amid nonstop strikes and counterstrikes. Read more.
“Happy WW3 to all who celebrate”: “Saturday Night Live” takes on U.S. attacks on Iran
The sketch show offered a rapid response to the U.S. attack on Iran. Read more.
Deadly Texas bar shooting raises terrorism fears
Authorities say they are reviewing possible ideological ties as victims mourn and the investigation expands. Read more.
“Stay off social media when you’re drunk”: Omar responds to mocking Mace post about Khamenei
The Minnesota representative responded to a bigoted post with a bit of advice. Read more.
No vote, no war? Congress to challenge Trump on Iran strikes
Lawmakers demand war powers vote arguing the White House bypassed Congress in launching military action in Iran. Read more.
Make me smarter …
Trump is swift boating the midterms
POTUS is considering an executive order declaring a voting emergency. Its main instigator helped sink John Kerry. Read more.
ICYMI …
Trump’s war on Iran: America’s shame, and the world’s failure
Trump's attack on Iran is an act of vanity and desperation, fueled by America's collective moral blindness. Read more.
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Before you go …
Early pregnancy care declines despite Trump’s pro-birth agenda
As the Trump admin urges folks to have more kids, new data shows early pregnancy care moving in the wrong direction. Read more.
