SUMMARY: President Donald Trump has revoked former Vice President Kamala Harris’ Secret Service protection, which had been extended beyond the standard six months by the Biden administration. Normally, former vice presidents receive six months of protection; ex-presidents get lifetime protection. The Biden administration granted Harris protection for 18 months, but Trump’s administration ended it early, despite no credible threats against her. Harris, a potential 2028 presidential candidate, is set to tour for her memoir “107 Days.” The decision has sparked criticism from Democrats, including Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, who called it politically motivated and a safety risk amid ongoing political polarization.

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SUMMARY: The U.S. economy rebounded with a 3.3% annualized GDP growth in Q2 2025, reversing a 0.5% contraction in Q1 caused by Trump’s trade war-driven surge in imports. Imports plunged 29.8% in Q2, boosting growth. Consumer spending rose 1.6%, better than first estimated, though private investment dropped sharply by 13.8%, the steepest since 2020, partly due to reduced inventories. Federal government spending also declined. Trump’s tariffs, meant to protect U.S. industry and pay for tax cuts, have raised costs and caused business uncertainty. Economists predict slower growth near 1.5%, despite strong job market resilience.

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SUMMARY: The CDC has significantly reduced the Foodborne Diseases Active Surveillance Network (FoodNet) monitoring from eight to two pathogens—salmonella and Shiga toxin-producing E. coli—starting July. Previously, FoodNet tracked six additional germs, including campylobacter and listeria, but now monitoring them is optional. The CDC states this change allows better resource management, though it may be linked to past funding cuts. Critics warn the reduction could hinder outbreak detection and obscure comprehensive foodborne illness data. FoodNet, established in 1995, covers 16% of the U.S. population and provides crucial data on foodborne infections, aiding in understanding and preventing outbreaks.

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