Labeling the 2020 hurricane season “extremely active,” the team is now predicting 24 named storms, including 12 total hurricanes and 5 major hurricanes. Source
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Trump wants to deliver GOP nomination speech at White House. Is that legal?
When asked about Trump’s plans, GOP Senator John Thune said, “I assume that’s not something that you could do.” Source
Trump raises $165 million in July, beating Biden by $25 million
The Trump campaign announced $165 million raised last month to Biden’s $140 million — but the president’s total cash lead has narrowed. Source
Negotiations over next relief package continue as President Trump defends pandemic response
President Trump is praising his administration’s response to the coronavirus crisis, despite new numbers from the CDC showing a 24% increase in deaths in the last week. Meantime, lawmakers continue their negotiations over the next relief bill. CBS News’ Skyler Henry joined Lana Zak to discuss that and more. Source
Beirut port officials arrested following deadly blasts
At least 137 people were killed and over 5,000 were injured in the explosions. Source
Los Angeles to cut water and power to homes hosting large gatherings amid pandemic
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti said Wednesday that he is authorizing the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power to shut off utility service to properties where large parties and gatherings are held in violation of public safety orders. Watch his remarks here. Source
Feds charge 11 MS-13 members with sex trafficking 13-year-old girl
The 13-year-old victim was beaten twice with a baseball bat, and was abused by several members and associates of MS-13 over nearly two months. Source
NBA pledges $300 million to fund Black economic growth
The NBA Foundation will work to “deepen the NBA family’s commitment to racial equality and social justice,” among other initiatives. Source
Los Angeles to cut water and power to homes hosting large parties
The announcement comes hours after the city introduced a motion to increase penalties for property owners who hold large house parties in violation of public health orders. Source
8/5/20: Red and Blue
Pres. Trump’s rift with COVID-19 experts; Sally Yates testifies on Capitol Hill Source