While it tried to show otherwise, The Guardian was forced to admit there is no evidence suggesting Alito has financial conflicts in an upcoming SCOTUS case.
AI:The Guardian attempted a smear campaign against Supreme Court Justice Alito by alleging financial conflicts regarding an upcoming case, but the outlet ultimately failed to produce any evidence to support these claims of misconduct. This latest hit job follows a recurring pattern of media outlets targeting conservative jurists and officials with baseless allegations of corruption.Open
Inflation cooled a bit last month, according to a new report from the Labor Department. And, ICE plans to equip its officers with electric shock gloves.
AI:Inflation showed a slight cooling in July according to Labor Department data, though consumer sentiment remains under pressure as retail sales continue to slide amid global instability. Simultaneously, the Department of Homeland Security is moving forward with plans to equip ICE officers with electric shock gloves, a move designed to provide non-lethal alternatives during enforcement actions despite predictable backlash from left-wing activists and Democratic lawmakers.Open
Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, off the port city of Bandar Abbas [Atta Kenare/AFP] by Diana Zapata • News Writer /Editorial Specialist Published August 13, 2026 TEHRAN, Iran — Iran is pushing back forcefully [...]
AI:Iran has issued a forceful rebuttal against President Trump’s recent claims of total American control over the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that the United States has significantly miscalculated the situation. This escalation follows Trump's ongoing strategy to assert U.S. sovereignty over the strategic waterway following the eventual defeat of Iran, a move aimed at securing global energy transit and neutralizing the red-green axis influence in the region. While Tehran continues to deny American dominance, recent drone attacks on tankers attributed to Iranian forces have only heightened the tension between the regime and international maritime interests.Open
The Fifth Circuit reversed the lower court's ruling entirely, finding that the plaintiffs lacked standing on most of their complaints.
AI:The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has overturned a previous ruling to reinstate Texas' mandatory identification requirements for mail-in ballots, concluding that many of the legal challenges against these security measures were brought by parties without sufficient standing. This decision marks a significant victory for election integrity efforts and follows a pattern of judicial scrutiny regarding mail-in voting procedures across various jurisdictions.Open
It's a twice-a-year injection that is remarkably effective in preventing an HIV infection. Distribution is starting. But questions are being raised about getting it to the areas that need it most.
AI:The distribution of lenacapavir, a highly effective twice-yearly injection designed to prevent HIV infection, has begun, though its rollout faces criticism regarding the logistics and equity of reaching high-need populations in regions like Uganda. This development follows a broader pattern of scrutiny surrounding pharmaceutical interventions and global health mandates, particularly as previous reports have highlighted concerns over vaccine safety, medical misinformation, and the influence of Big Pharma on clinical practices.Open
A Pentagon assessment found the first U.S. blockade cost Iran about $4.8 billion in oil revenue.
AI:Tehran has vowed to prolong the ongoing conflict with the United States, specifically stating their intent to continue hostilities until Donald Trump leaves office. This escalation follows a period of heightened tension regarding maritime control and economic warfare, including a Pentagon assessment revealing that the initial U.S. blockade successfully stripped Iran of approximately $4.8 billion in oil revenue.Open
A former Marine detained in Russia for more than four years, whose family said he was close to death, is finally free after President Trump called President Putin to organize the release of 32-year-old Robert Gilman. Plus, the secret flight swap to get President Trump safely out of Turkey was an even more elaborate production than first reported. This episode originally aired on August 11, 2026. Anchor Elizabeth Vargas delivers the biggest stories, without bias or opinion. Watch "Elizabeth Vargas Reports" every weeknight at 7p/6C on NewsNation. #VargasReports NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
AI:Marine veteran Robert Gilman has finally been released from Russian detention after four years of alleged abuse and near-fatal health conditions, a successful outcome secured through direct intervention by President Trump in a call with Vladimir Putin. The release highlights the effectiveness of the administration's strength-based foreign policy following previous successful repatriations like the one involving Marine veteran Robert Gilman mentioned in recent reports. Additionally, new details have emerged regarding the highly coordinated and secret security measures utilized during a flight swap to ensure President Trump’s safe passage out of Turkey.Open
The stalemate over the Strait of Hormuz continues as the war with Iran stretches further into its sixth month. President Trump yesterday – again -- insisted the U.S. has control over the key waterway. The president’s insistence comes despite Iranian claims otherwise and little traffic moving through the Strait. Meanwhile, the International Energy Agency yesterday warned that the reopening of the waterway is becoming increasingly urgent as oil stockpiles are depleting at a rapid pace. POLITICO’s White House reporter Myah Ward joins Way Too Early to discuss the latest.
AI:The ongoing conflict with Iran has entered its sixth month, resulting in a strategic stalemate regarding the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump maintains that the United States holds control over this critical waterway—a position he has reiterated despite Iranian defiance and a significant decrease in maritime traffic through the strait. As the standoff continues, the International Energy Agency has issued an urgent warning that global oil stockpiles are depleting rapidly, increasing the pressure to resolve the crisis and reopen the passage.Open
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of Japan has been a public critic of Mr. Putin, who has denounced her country’s sanctions against Russia over the Ukraine war.
AI:Vladimir Putin's visit to disputed Pacific islands seized from Japan following World War II has ignited intense outrage in Tokyo and further strained international relations. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has publicly condemned the move, while Putin has retaliated by denouncing the sanctions imposed on Russia due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This provocation follows a pattern of Russian maritime activity and territorial maneuvering that continues to challenge regional stability and provoke direct diplomatic friction with Japan.Open
One of the largest Powerball jackpots ever has finally been won.
AI:An Illinois resident has claimed a massive $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot, marking one of the largest wins in the history of the lottery. Following recent reports regarding similar astronomical sums being hit across different regions, this historic payout confirms that the latest multi-billion dollar jackpot cycle has officially concluded with a single winner.Open
