US News Summaries: Legal Battles, Natural Disasters, and Election Races
This content covers various US domestic news, including lawsuits against the Biden administration over health insurance for DACA immigrants, a glacial dam outburst flooding Alaska's capital, Hunter Biden's alleged influence peddling, resignations at Columbia University, charges against a Tennessee man aiding North Koreans, and updates on Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's election race.
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In a sweeping roundup of domestic affairs, several US states have filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration's rule extending health insurance to DACA immigrants. These Republican-led states argue the rule violates a federal law against providing public benefits to illegal immigrants.
Meanwhile, in Juneau, Alaska, more than 100 homes have been damaged following a glacial dam outburst. The flooding, which is becoming more frequent due to climate change, was caused by water spilling from the glacial lake at Suicide Basin.
In the political arena, American prosecutors accuse Hunter Biden of accepting payments from a Romanian businessman seeking influence in US policy. The son of President Joe Biden faces a trial for tax evasion in September, having pleaded not guilty.
Furthermore, three deans from Columbia University have resigned after being implicated in text exchanges containing antisemitic tropes. The investigation's findings led to their departure.
In another significant development, a Tennessee man has been charged with aiding North Koreans in landing IT jobs in the US and UK to fund North Korea's weapons programs. This indictment was unsealed in a Nashville court.
Regarding the upcoming US presidential election, a new Ipsos poll reveals Kamala Harris leading Donald Trump by five points. This surge has caused Trump's campaign team to reassess their strategy.
Trump and Harris are set to debate on ABC on Sept. 10, with Trump pushing for additional debates on other major networks.
On an innovative note, the world's largest 3D-printed neighborhood is nearing completion in Texas, showcasing the latest in construction technology.
Lastly, Tropical Storm Debby has been downgraded to a tropical depression but continues to threaten the northeastern US with potential tornadoes and flash floods.
(With inputs from agencies.)