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Chapter 1: Who is arrested by the FBI and why?
FBI agents arrested a sitting Milwaukee County judge on Friday on charges of obstructing immigration enforcement. A U.S. Marshals spokesman confirmed the arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan. Dugan is accused of directing federal agents away from an illegal immigrant wanted by authorities. FBI Director Kash Patel announced the arrest on social media but later deleted the post.
The incident marks a sharp escalation in the Trump administration's crackdown on so-called sanctuary jurisdictions. A charging document has not yet appeared in court records.
Chapter 2: What is President Trump's proposed baby bonus?
President Trump is considering offering mothers a baby bonus. Daily Wire reporter Amanda Prestigiacomo reports.
While taking questions from reporters in the White House this week, Trump seemed to endorse a baby bonus.
Mr. President, who reports that you're considering doing something for moms across the country, giving them some kind of bonus? Sounds like a good idea to me.
The White House is reportedly reviewing proposals aimed at boosting the U.S. birth rate, including a possible $5,000 baby bonus for new mothers. President Trump called the idea a good one, but an official says no final decisions have been made. Vice President J.D. Vance has pushed for expanded incentives, including tax breaks for married couples and medals for large families.
The discussions come as the U.S. faces a years-long decline in marriage and birth rates.
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Chapter 3: What are the details of George Santos' sentencing?
Former Congressman George Santos was sentenced Friday to more than seven years in federal prison for wire fraud and identity theft. The charges were tied to his 2022 campaign. The New York Republican broke down in court telling the judge he, quote, Santos must report to prison by July 25th. He pleaded guilty last year and agreed to pay $373,000 in restitution.
Santos was expelled from Congress after a House ethics report found he had fabricated much of his personal and professional background. President Trump has left for Rome to attend Pope Francis' funeral. Several other world leaders are expected to attend, including former President Joe Biden. Trump says he'll meet with many world leaders to hammer out tariff deals.
Chapter 4: What is President Trump's trip to Rome about?
Meanwhile, Chinese importers say the country has quietly dropped tariffs on eight types of U.S. semiconductors, surprising companies during customs checks. The unannounced move signals possible pressure from Washington's trade stance, despite Beijing's tough public line.
Chapter 5: How is China changing tariffs on U.S. semiconductors?
Chinese foreign ministry hasn't commented on the cut, but this could signal a softening in the ongoing U.S.-China trade standoff.
A fire in New Jersey that began Tuesday has burned through more than 15,000 acres. The blaze caused officials in neighboring New York City to issue an air quality alert Thursday, asking more than 10 million Americans to stay indoors. The fumes from the fire are believed to contain toxic compounds called PM2.5s, which can lodge in lung tissue and cause long-term health issues.
The fire is about 50% contained, and firefighters are counting on rain this weekend to help put it out.
Chinese companies have been covertly importing vapes into the U.S. to evade taxes and regulations. Daily Wire investigative reporter Spencer Lindquist has the scoop.
There is a massive discrepancy in Chinese and American data on the importation of e-cigarettes and vapes. More than 90% of all Chinese vapes and e-cigarettes the Chinese Communist Party recorded sending to the United States do not appear in American import data.
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Chapter 6: What is the status of the New Jersey wildfire and its impact?
Experts say that the huge discrepancy is due to widespread intentional mislabeling by Chinese companies to dodge duties, tariffs, and FDA regulations. The Daily Wire revealed that one Chinese freightliner that specializes in importing vapes even bragged about facing a, quote, low inspection rate. Another company offers compensation to vape manufacturers if their product is seized by customs.
Attorney generals from 27 different states recently wrote to the Trump administration asking for assistance in combating the flood of these Chinese products.
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Chapter 7: How are Chinese companies evading U.S. vape taxes?
Governor Ron DeSantis has a solution to Florida's tight labor market, teenagers. The governor is backing a bill that would ease labor rules so that teens could work longer hours and help fill open jobs. The legislation would remove limits on how late 16 and 17-year-olds can work, even on school nights.
Business groups say it addresses workforce shortages and builds teens' job skills, while critics warn it risks students' education. The Florida House is expected to vote on it soon.
A federal judge has blocked Trump's executive order cutting federal funds from sanctuary cities. Daily Wire senior editor Joel Needler has the details.
Judge William Oreck of California issued the ruling on Thursday saying that withholding funds could harm local budgets. The judge said it was nearly identical to an earlier Trump policy, which he also blocked back in 2017. The order affects 16 cities and counties in California, Minnesota, New Mexico, and Connecticut.
This is just one of the legal challenges faced by the Trump administration in its efforts to fight against illegal immigration.
Americans are tipping less than they have in years. That's according to over 1,000 readers who responded to a Wall Street Journal survey on the subject. 46% of consumers say they dislike those digital tipping prompts found at coffee shops, while only 13% found them helpful. Restaurant prices have climbed over 30% since before the pandemic.
That's prompted 25% of diners to order cheaper meals or skip wine and appetizers. About 16% of restaurants now tack on extra fees, like credit card surcharges and cost of living add-ons, causing even more unhappiness from diners. President Trump's proposal for no tax on tips may offer relief for workers who depend on tips as part of their income.
And a second innocent person was struck by a stray bullet in New York City this week. A 28-year-old plumber's apprentice was in town visiting a friend in the Bronx when he was fatally struck in the head on Wednesday evening. A 33-year-old female bystander was also struck but survived.
This occurred just one day after a Harlem bodega owner was fatally shot under similar circumstances outside her apartment building. She ran outside to check on her grandson when she was struck in the head and killed by a stray bullet.
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