Portland Schools Near Decisive Cellphone Ban – Oregon News

TL/DR - The Portland Public Schools is moving closer to implementing a cellphone restriction policy, despite safety concerns raised by parents. Similarly, the Vallivue School District has enacted a no-phone policy for the upcoming academic year. Meanwhile, Governor Newsom is discussing the possibility of banning cell phones in schools in Modesto.…

Karrin Taylor Robson’s Surprising Kari Lake Endorsement – AZ Republic

TL/DR - The article criticizes Karrin Taylor Robson for endorsing Kari Lake for the governorship of Arizona. The author argues that Robson has discredited herself by supporting Lake, who has been accused of promoting conspiracy theories and misinformation. The endorsement is viewed as a political move by Robson to gain support from Lake's…

Harris Campaign Earns $310M in July, Surpassing Trump – POLITICO

TL/DR - The Harris campaign announced that it raised $310 million in July, a figure far outpacing Trump's campaign fundraising. This massive fundraising haul is reportedly double what Trump's campaign managed to raise in the same period. The surge in funds has contributed to Harris wiping out Trump's lead in several swing states leading to a dead…

3 Americans Released in Landmark Prisoner Exchange with Russia – AP

TL/DR - Three Americans were freed and are now back on U.S soil following a landmark prisoner exchange with Russia. This resulted from extensive negotiations that led to the largest prisoner swap since the Cold War. Both President Biden and Vice President Harris greeted the freed Americans upon their return. US Welcomes Home Freed Americans…