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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles!GOP candidate Maud Maron criticizes Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg for policies she claims enable criminals and contribute to a significant rise in shoplifting, with the National Retail Federation reporting a 93% increase in incidents since 2019. Bragg's campaign disputes these claims, citing reductions in other crime categories, while Maron insists his progressive policies have led to a lack of consequences for theft. Explain It To Me Like I'm...

Consumer prices increased by 2.7% in June, reflecting the impact of President Trump's tariff policy, although still below January's 3%. While the White House touted this as stabilizing inflation, some retailers warned of potential price hikes due to tariffs, and analysts predict further inflation increases despite the Federal Reserve's cautious stance on interest rates. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Consumer prices went up by 2.7% in June compared to last year, partly because...

A federal grand jury has indicted Vance Boelter on six charges for a shooting spree that resulted in the deaths of former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, while injuring state Senator John Hoffman and his wife. Authorities allege Boelter targeted the lawmakers in a planned attack, which included impersonating law enforcement, and he faces life imprisonment or the death penalty. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A man named Vance Boelter...

President Trump is facing backlash from his MAGA base, particularly among podcasters and comedians who previously supported him, due to his administration's handling of the Epstein files and involvement in the Iran-Israel conflict. Key figures like Joe Rogan and Andrew Schulz have publicly criticized Trump for abandoning his campaign promises, leading to dissatisfaction within the coalition that helped him win the 2024 election. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Many of the podcasters and...

US House Speaker Mike Johnson has urged the Justice Department to release all files related to Jeffrey Epstein, diverging from President Trump, who suggested moving past the issue. Despite Trump's backing for Attorney General Pam Bondi's discretion, Republican colleagues, including Lauren Boebert and Senator John Kennedy, demand accountability and transparency regarding Epstein's connections. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: US House Speaker Mike Johnson is asking the government to share all information about the...

US President Donald Trump announced a tariff deal with Indonesia, agreeing to lower tariffs on Indonesian goods to 19% in exchange for "full access" for American companies. The agreement includes Indonesia's commitment to purchase $15bn in US energy, $4.5bn in agricultural products, and 50 Boeing jets, amidst ongoing trade negotiations with multiple countries. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: US President Donald Trump announced a new deal with Indonesia to lower tariffs on goods,...