California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced plans to counter Texas Republicans’ redistricting efforts by initiating a redistricting plan in California. This move comes amidst national tensions over changes to congressional lines. Newsom’s decision follows Texas Republicans’ attempts to redraw five Democratic-held seats to favor the GOP. California Democrats aim to gain five Democratic seats in response. (Story URL)
AT&T customers affected by two data breaches can now file claims in a $177 million settlement, potentially receiving compensation of up to $7,500 per person. The breaches, disclosed in March and July 2024, exposed sensitive information of millions of account holders and cellular customers. Following multiple lawsuits, a federal judge approved the proposed settlement on Aug. 4th. (Story URL)
Washington, D.C.’s police chief has intensified cooperation between her officers and federal immigration officials as President Trump’s law enforcement intervention in the capital solidified on Thursday. The police chief’s directive allows Metropolitan Police Department officers to share information with immigration agencies about individuals not in custody during traffic stops or checkpoints. (Story URL)
First Lady Melania Trump demanded that Hunter Biden retract statements he made claiming President Trump met her through Jeffrey Epstein. He said an apology is “not going to happen,” reiterating that Trump and Epstein spent significant time together, leading to the meeting with Melania. Biden cited news reports from 2019 and dismissed the first lady’s threat of a $1 billion lawsuit. (Story URL)
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis revealed plans to open a new immigration detention facility in north Florida, named the “Deportation Depot.” This announcement follows the recent establishment of the “Alligator Alcatraz” detention center in the Everglades. With a capacity to hold over 1,300 detainees, the facility aims to process and deport even more illegal immigrants. (Story URL)