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Kamala Harris security, Fed firing hearing, all-gender toilets & more

Aug 29, 2025
The latest political shake-up includes the end of secret service protection for a former Vice President. A fiery hearing on the Federal Reserve Governor's fate has everyone talking. Meanwhile, Israel's military reveals the recovery of two hostages in Gaza. Interestingly, U.S. consumers are responding to inflation with mixed emotions. On the school front, a Denver high school faces a federal investigation over its all-gender restroom policy, sparked by student feedback and sparking crucial discussions.
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Harris Loses Extra Secret Service Year

  • President Trump revoked the extra year of Secret Service protection granted to Kamala Harris by Biden, ending it Sept. 1.
  • That removal strips threat monitoring and home security just as Harris begins a public book tour.
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Fight Over Fed Governor Lisa Cook

  • Lisa Cook alleges the government unlawfully fired her from the Federal Reserve board and has filed a lawsuit.
  • The Trump administration's housing official made a criminal referral alleging misuse of a Cambridge property, although Cook faces no charges yet.
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Hostage Recoveries Amid Gaza Escalation

  • Israel's military recovered the body of one hostage and remains of another in Gaza as it warns Gaza City is a 'dangerous combat zone.'
  • Airstrikes have pushed Palestinians deeper into Gaza City ahead of a declared major assault.
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