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Aug 4, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Senators Cornyn and Tillis now support Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche after he rescinded the anti-weaponization fund, though tax immunity for Trump remains. Meanwhile, wildfires near Spokane, Washington, have forced 67,000 evacuations. The FAA approved Boeing’s 737 MAX 7, and President Trump criticized U.S. Attorney Janine Pirro over the Reflecting Pool case. Additionally, Brown University’s president announced her early departure.

Topics discussed

Senators support AG nominee after anti-weaponization fund rescinded Massive wildfires force evacuations north of Spokane, Washington FAA approves Boeing 737 MAX 7 after years of delays Trump criticizes Janine Pirro over reflecting pool lawsuit Brown University president Christina Paxson to step down Nauru officially changes name to Republic of Nauru
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