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‘They roll right over’: Many Democrats call their party weak and ineffective, AP-NORC poll finds
A poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research finds that many Democrats see their political party as “weak” or “ineffective.” The survey also finds deep pessimism within Democratic ranks.
After a reference to Trump's impeachments is removed from a history museum, complex questions echo
The Smithsonian removed a reference to President Donald Trump’s 2019 and 2021 impeachments from a presidential exhibit, amid broader efforts by the former administration to reshape cultural institutions and public messaging.
Minnesota moves to end housing stabilization program after reports of possible fraud
The Department of Human Services said it didn’t have adequate guardrails on the program to prevent bad actors from improperly obtaining the funds. It said it would work with the Legislature to redevelop the program.
 Trump demands official overseeing jobs data be fired after dismal employment report
President Donald Trump on Friday called for the firing of the head of the agency that produces the monthly jobs figures after a report showed hiring slowed in July and was much weaker in May and June than previously reported.
Corporation for Public Broadcasting says it’s shutting down
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which funnels federal money to public media stations, says it’s winding down operations after President Trump signed a law rescinding all funding.
Remember running the mile in school? The Presidential Fitness Test is coming back
The Cold War-era test was a staple of school gyms for half a century before the Obama administration replaced it. President Donald Trump says his focus on childhood fitness is for both physical and patriotic reasons.