US Congress probes security failings after Trump assassination attempt, Amazon workers in UK await union ballot results, UK's home building ambitions face challenges, high mortgage rates impact home sales, Amazon launches anti-union campaign in UK
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Security concerns highlighted after Trump assassination attempt at rally.
Amazon's anti-union efforts face potential setback in UK union ballot.
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Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump
An attempted assassination on former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally led to his injury, one fatality, and two injuries. The suspected gunman, identified as Thomas Crooks, was killed by the Secret Service. The incident has raised questions about security arrangements at political events, with the FBI launching an investigation. The attack occurred during a politically tense period, affecting both the current president's campaign strategy and the upcoming Republican National Convention.
Amazon Union Drive in the U.K.
Results are expected from a union vote at an Amazon warehouse near Coventry, potentially marking the company's first union recognition in the UK. The significance lies in Amazon's global efforts to prevent unionization. The outcome could have broader implications amidst hopes for increased labor rights under the new Labour government. This development coincides with ongoing debates about housing supply and construction challenges in the UK.
Challenges in U.K. Housing Supply
UK's housing debate focuses on the target of 300,000 new homes annually, presenting complex delivery challenges. The housing market slowdown is linked to economic announcements impacting mortgage rates. The Labour Party's planning reforms aim to ease housing development processes. Although optimism exists, achieving the ambitious home building target is viewed as a significant long-term challenge due to historical trends and slow system responses.
The USCongress launches a probe into ‘inexcusable’ security failings following the Pennsylvania rally shooting, and workers at an Amazon warehouse in the UK await results from a union ballot. Plus, the UK’s home building ambitions might be a bit of a slog. Credit: AP
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