This GOP senator voted to impeach Trump. Now, he'll vote for him.

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Wednesday, Aug. 14

THIS GOP SENATOR VOTED TO IMPEACH TRUMP. NOW HE SAYS HE'LL VOTE FOR HIM. Former Sen. Richard Burr (R-N.C.) said he plans to vote for Donald Trump in November despite previously voting to impeach the former president for inciting an insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. Meanwhile, Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey (R), famously captured silencing a call from Trump while certifying the 2020 election results, also endorsed the GOP nominee. [HuffPost]

'QUIT WHINING!' Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley (R) urged Trump and fellow Republicans to abandon their attacks against Vice President Kamala Harris. "Quit whining about her," she said. [HuffPost]

'SQUAD' MEMBER ILHAN OMAR WINS PRIMARY Rep. Ilhan Omar (D) won her primary race in Minnesota, avoiding the fate of two fellow members of the "Squad" who lost their reelection bids earlier this summer. [AP]

WALZ DEFENDS MILITARY RECORD Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz addressed criticism of his military record for the first time but didn't say much — except to thank Sen. JD Vance, Trump's running mate, for his service. Here's how Vance responded. [HuffPost]

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THE TRUMP CAMPAIGN TWEETED SOMETHING RACIST An official social media account of Trump’s 2024 campaign posted a racist meme implying that if Harris wins in November, nice suburban neighborhoods will be overrun with hordes of Black people and immigrants. [HuffPost]

SEN. SANDERS WARNS TRUMP IS GEARING UP TO DENY 2024 ELECTION RESULTS Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) said Trump's recent lies about the size of Harris’ campaign events are "laying the groundwork for rejecting the election results if he loses." [HuffPost]

REPUBLICAN WHO SAID WOMEN ARE 'TOO MOUTHY' WINS PRIMARY Ex-NBA player Royce White, an ally of Trump and Steve Bannon who has a history of incendiary remarks about women, like calling them "too mouthy," won the Minnesota Republican Party’s Senate primary. [HuffPost]

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Ilhan Omar (D) won her primary race in Minnesota, avoiding the fate of two fellow members of the "Squad" who lost their reelection bids earlier this summer. [AP] WALZ DEFENDS MILITARY RECORD Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz addressed criticism of his military record for the first time but didn't say much — except to thank Sen. JD Vance, Trump's running mate, for his service. Here's how Vance responded. [HuffPost] Your World, Your Health * Massage and facial pros share the best treatments to get on vacation. * The four biggest things hotel staff notices when cleaning your room. * The moldiest places in your kitchen, according to experts. * I'm a dermatologist — this is how your evening skincare routine should actually be applied. * Now, this is what a truly supportive grandparent looks like. Section Header text THE TRUMP CAMPAIGN TWEETED SOMETHING RACIST An official social media account of Trump’s 2024 campaign posted a racist meme implying that if Harris wins in November, nice suburban neighborhoods will be overrun with hordes of Black people and immigrants. [HuffPost] SEN. SANDERS WARNS TRUMP IS GEARING UP TO DENY 2024 ELECTION RESULTS Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) said Trump's recent lies about the size of Harris’ campaign events are "laying the groundwork for rejecting the election results if he loses." [HuffPost] REPUBLICAN WHO SAID WOMEN ARE 'TOO MOUTHY' WINS PRIMARY Ex-NBA player Royce White, an ally of Trump and Steve Bannon who has a history of incendiary remarks about women, like calling them "too mouthy," won the Minnesota Republican Party’s Senate primary. [HuffPost] SCOTUS LOOKS UNLIKELY TO CONSIDER ASSAULT WEAPONS — FOR NOW Gun rights groups have repeatedly challenged the constitutionality of assault weapons bans. They keep losing, HuffPost's Roque Planas reports. [HuffPost] WHY IS A GAZA CEASE-FIRE DEAL SO ELUSIVE? International mediators are hoping to kickstart stalled cease-fire talks between Israel and Hamas this week. But the chances of a breakthrough appear slim. Here's why. [AP] # If you love a good deal but don't want to spend hours shopping, sign up for our latest newsletter, What's The Big Deal? Twice a week, HuffPost Shopping editors scout out the best sales and recommendations for products that are truly worth your money and send them straight to your inbox. Section Header text * This oil tycoon brings in millions for Trump and may set his agenda. * How food prices have changed over the past four years. * The mpox outbreak never ended in Africa. Now, a deadlier strain is spreading. * Astronomers finally solve 1,000-year-old cosmic mystery. * How New York is pioneering eco-friendly apartments. * COVID cases on the rise: Is it too late for a vaccine? Section Header text * I was at a Harris-Walz rally. Those crowd shots aren’t AI. * Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) recovering after mild stroke. * Here's what Olympic sports will be added and excluded in the Los Angeles 2028 Games. * Uh-oh! Stephen Colbert spots the moment Trump may have shaded his wife, Melania. * Bowen Yang recalls "SNL" guest host who "made multiple cast members cry." * A mom was recording a TikTok video when her "toxic" ex allegedly shot and killed her. * My dog died during a routine vet appointment. If I'd done just one thing differently, he might still be alive. * Seven perks you probably didn't know hotel staff can give you. * This highly coveted cordless Dyson vacuum is $120 off right now, but not for long. * I'm an experienced camper, and these products make my trips so much easier. * Maggie Haberman said Trump continues to struggle in his campaign against Harris because she is a Black woman. * Reminder: You need to clean your suitcase. The stakes have never been higher As the 2024 presidential race heats up, the very foundations of our democracy are at stake. A vibrant democracy is impossible without well-informed citizens. This is why HuffPost's journalism is free for everyone, not just those who can afford expensive paywalls. We cannot do this without your help. Support our newsroom by contributing as little as $1 a month. Support HuffPost HUFFPOST Does somebody keep forwarding you this newsletter? — ! ©2024 HuffPost BuzzFeed, Inc, 229 W 43rd St, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10036 You are receiving this email because you signed up for updates from HuffPost. Feedback | |

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