Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed an executive order imposing strict guardrails on data centers, requiring developers to fund power, use clean energy, secure local approval, and meet environmental standards. Developers must sign consent orders or lose approvals and tax exemptions.
Ryan Elijah defeated Cory Mills in Florida’s primary, aided by Mike Haridopolos and Anna Paulina Luna. Mills faces a House Ethics Committee probe over dating violence and finance allegations. Bale Dalton leads the Democratic field.
ICE proposes subsidizing liability insurance for local officers in 287(g) partnerships, reimbursing up to $250 annually for coverage up to $500,000. Critics warn of reduced accountability; the National Sheriffs’ Association views the plan favorably.
YouTube is redefining its view count metric starting August 24, aligning with platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Public views will now register from the first frame of playback across all formats, including long-form videos, podcasts, and live streams. This change is expected to increase public view totals, as the previous unofficial 30-second watch time requirement is eliminated. While existing video counts remain unchanged, a new metric called "engaged views" will be available in analytics, tracking viewers who watch past the initial seconds. This "engaged view" standard will continue to govern creator earnings and Partner Program eligibility. For marketers, the public view count becomes a reach figure, while engaged views represent attention, necessitating clarity in reporting and negotiations. This move standardizes YouTube's approach, emphasizing exposure as the primary public metric.
Marjorie Taylor Greene claims the White House is discussing using nuclear weapons on Iran under Trump’s administration. She urges stopping the war and warns of global catastrophe.
The House Ethics Committee is investigating allegations of sexual misconduct against Jimmy Gomez, including inappropriate contact with a staffer. Gomez denied rule violations, admitted personal mistakes, and pledged cooperation.
Ron DeSantis stated he does not support Cory Mills, who faces three challengers in Florida’s primary amid scandals. Anna Paulina Luna and Mike Haridopolos endorsed Ryan Elijah; Donald Trump previously backed Mills but omitted him recently.
Amazon reinstated binding arbitration and barred class-action lawsuits for U.S. customers, effective immediately. The terms allow small claims court and define mass arbitration as 25 or more cases settled in batches. Prior disputes remain unaffected.
Trump accused the National Trust for Historic Preservation of revealing “Top Military Secrets” in a lawsuit against the White House ballroom project. The DOJ sought Supreme Court relief to resume above-ground construction; the nonprofit called the appeal “audacious.”
The Kennedy Center board voted to close for renovations and add an inscription crediting Donald Trump below the sign. The REACH will remain open for smaller shows. A judge previously blocked closure and ruled the renaming unlawful.
A 41-year-old Minnesota man killed his wife and 7-year-old daughter at Brown Bear Childcare in Hopkins before shooting himself. Police believe he previously stabbed a 78-year-old relative in Burnsville. Six children were unharmed.
Rubio and Bessent remained on a decoy flight from Turkey amid an Iranian threat while Trump switched to a smaller jet. Rubio knew the threat; Bessent likely did. Security for Trump exceeds Cabinet levels.
The Los Angeles Lakers are set to be sold to Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger for a record $12.5 billion. This transaction depends on approval from the NBA’s board of governors, scheduled to convene in New York next month. Historically, the Lakers have maintained a high valuation, with prior sales reaching record levels.
Judge Indira Talwani issued a preliminary injunction blocking Trump’s executive order involving the U.S. Postal Service and a federal voter list. The ruling supports the League of Women Voters, stating the executive branch lacks election authority.
North Korea launched a ballistic missile from Wonsan, flying over 700 kilometers toward waters between the Korean Peninsula and Japan. South Korea and Japan condemned the act as provocation ahead of August 17 drills.