THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 1 • Issue No. 220 • Updated Friday, August 8, 2025 at 04:05 PM UTC

Justice Department subpoenas New York AG James in Trump rights investigation

Federal prosecutors have subpoenaed New York Attorney General Letitia James for records related to a civil fraud case against President Donald Trump and a case against the National Rifle Association.

Sources: AP News


Israel approves plan to take over Gaza City amid broader war aims

Israel's decision to escalate its 22-month war with Hamas by taking over Gaza City has drawn international calls to end the conflict and stirred fears for hostages still in Gaza.

Sources: AP News


Trump administration faces contempt finding in prison deportations case

An appeals court has tossed a judge’s contempt finding against the Trump administration in a case involving prison deportations.

Sources: AP News


College endowment tax leads to hiring freezes and potential financial aid cuts

The tax on college endowments is causing institutions to implement hiring freezes and consider cuts in financial aid, impacting students and faculty nationwide.

Sources: AP News


California rushes to plan unscheduled election in House seats standoff with Texas

California is urgently planning an unscheduled election due to a standoff with Texas over US House seats, highlighting the political tensions between the two states.

Sources: AP News


US has 'no plans' to recognize Palestinian state, Vance says

Before talks with the UK foreign secretary, US officials stated there are 'no plans' to recognize a Palestinian state, reaffirming the current administration's stance on the issue.

Sources: AP News


Relatives of Israeli hostages protest outside Netanyahu’s office

In a dramatic protest, relatives of Israeli hostages chained themselves outside Prime Minister Netanyahu’s office, demanding more action to secure their loved ones' release.

Sources: AP News


New lawsuit on Epstein case seeks Trump administration communications records

A new lawsuit related to the Jeffrey Epstein case aims to uncover records of communications within the Trump administration, adding another layer to the ongoing legal battles surrounding Epstein's network.

Sources: AP News


Fast-growing brush fire forces evacuations north of Los Angeles

A rapidly spreading brush fire has prompted evacuation orders for thousands of residents north of Los Angeles, underscoring the ongoing wildfire risks in California.

Sources: AP News


OpenAI launches GPT-5, testing the limits of AI hype

OpenAI's release of GPT-5 serves as a potential barometer for whether the excitement surrounding artificial intelligence is justified, marking a significant milestone in AI development.

Sources: AP News