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Situational Analysis | Aug. 2, 2024 It's Friday and National Ice Cream Sandwich Day! Happy birthday to Rep. Burgess Owens! ð ð ð What you need to know The IOC is pushing back against the "culture war" engulfing two women boxers. The women, Algeriaâs Imane Khelif and Taiwanâs Lin Yu Ting, have competed for years, including at the Tokyo Olympics and several world championships. IOC spokesman Mark Adams said both women have received a significant amount of abuse online and âReal damage is being done by misinformation.â The IOCâs Adams cast doubt about the tests the International Boxing Association said it had administered. âWe have no knowledge of what the tests were,â Adams said. âThey were cobbled together, as I understand, overnight [during the world championships] to change the results.â The IOC, which decertified the IBA after a series of scandals and governance issues, has run the boxing competition at the past two Olympics. Khelif, 25, has always competed as a woman â including during the Tokyo Olympics â and thereâs no indication that she identifies as transgender or intersex.
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Utah Headlines Political news Sen. Mike Lee asks, when does Secret Service indifference become intent to harm Trump? (Deseret News) Pro-life Utah advocates and lawmakers vow to continue fighting for abortion law after court keeps it blocked (Deseret News) Reaction after Utah Supreme Court rules trigger law pause to stay in place (KSL Newsradio) State senator urges abortion ban at 6 weeks after Utah Supreme Court ruling (KUTV) Utahâs near-total abortion ban to remain blocked until lower court assesses its constitutionality (Standard-Examiner/AP) Election news Counties begin recounting votes in 2nd Congressional District GOP race (KSL TV) Washington County delays recount results from 2nd Congressional District race (Fox13) Utah Progress erased this community. Is it too late to right the wrongs? (Deseret News) EXCLUSIVE: Trail runner recounts black bear attack in Big Cottonwood Canyon (ABC4) The Refuge in Utah County marking 40 years as a resource for survivors of domestic, sexual abuse (Daily Herald) Olympics Simone Biles makes history with second all-around Olympic gymnastics title, 8 years after her first (AP) How a bunk bed acrobat from a favela in Brazil became the #2 female gymnast in the world (NPR) Photos of Team USA swimming team competing at the Paris Olympics (Deseret News) Whatâs next for Jimmer Fredette and the U.S. 3x3 team after injury sidelines him at Olympics? (Deseret News) 'Carrying a little Olympian': Egyptian fencer Nada Hafez competed in Olympics while 7 months pregnant (Deseret News) The largest-ever Olympic Refugee Team is hoping to make history (Deseret News) When Olympic track and field athletes take to the stadium, itâs all about records, rivalries and gold (Deseret News) Emotions run high in Tahiti as reigning champion Moore knocked out (Reuters) ShaâCarri breezes through opening round at first-ever Olympics race, wins 100 heat in 10.94 seconds (AP) Why are Olympic swimmers bundled up like they're competing in the Winter Games? (NPR) Business/Tech Sandy mall to get a new tenant: Utah Hockey Club (Deseret News) Crime/Courts Last Meal, final meetings: Utah preparing for execution of Taberon Honie in a week (KUTV) Central Utah police chief resigns, under criminal investigation (Fox13) Single mom fights through red tape after SNAP benefits stolen (Fox13) Culture Ballerina Farm sets the record straight: âWe are co-parents, co-CEOsâ (Deseret News) What that controversial Ballerina Farms article says about us (Deseret News) Education Utah State AD Diana Sabau responds to âmisinformation circling onlineâ (Deseret News) Why are private, nonprofit organizations teaming up to eliminate Utah families' school lunch debt? (Deseret News) Utah ranks best in US for student debt (KSL) Salt Lake Community College hosting event featuring lowriders, aiming to foster community ties (KSL) Utah schools struggle to balance AI detection with false cheating accusations (KUTV) Health Gen X and millennials face greater risk for 17 cancers than previous generations (Deseret News) New study links processed red meats to risk of dementia (KSL Newsradio) | | |
National Headlines General Yellowstone calls for âcitizen scientistsâ to help research on Biscuit Basin explosion (ABC4) Teen brother of Air Force airman who was killed by Florida deputy is fatally shot near Atlanta (AP) After the end of Roe, a new beginning for maternity homes (AP) Political news The research is clear: Immigrants strengthen the American economy. (Deseret News) Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan released in Russia-West prisoner swap (Reuters) Things to know about the largest US-Russia prisoner swap in post-Soviet history (AP) Inside the deal that led to a blockbuster prisoner swap between U.S., Russia (Washington Post) Harris praises US Rep Sheila Jackson Lee as champion of justice (Reuters) In an attempt to reverse the Supreme Courtâs immunity decision, Schumer introduces the No Kings Act (AP) Senate Republicans block a child tax credit expansion (Washington Post) Election news Kamala Harris' inner circle girds for battle (Reuters) Harris raises $310 million in July as campaign shakeup energizes donors (Reuters) Trump campaign raises $138.7 million in July (Reuters) Trump is making his 2024 campaign about Harrisâ race, whether Republicans want him to or not (AP) âHe wants to take us backâ: Democrats eye new strategy against Trumpâs attacks on Harris (Politico) Trump-backed Virginia state Sen. John McGuire defeats US Rep. Bob Good in GOP primary recount (AP) Gloria Johnson, Tennessee Democrat who faced expulsion, wins U.S. Senate primary (New York Times) Ukraine ðºð¦ Paris mayor honors Ukrainian Olympic athletes in solidarity during war (AP) Israel and Gaza Biden, Harris hold call with Netanyahu amid growing tensions in region (The Hill) World news Famine officially declared in Sudan (Deseret News) US recognizes Maduro's opponent as winner in Venezuela election (Reuters) | | |
| | News Releases Better Utah celebrates Utah Supreme Court abortion case decision The Utah Supreme Court today held that a lawsuit brought by Planned Parenthood Association of Utah (PPAU) against Utahâs abortion trigger law can move forward with an injunction in place. The limited decision in Planned Parenthood Association of Utah v. State of Utah et al. means that Utahns can continue receiving abortion care in Utah while the courts determine the constitutionality of the Utah Legislatureâs extreme abortion ban. (Read More) Sutherland Institute: Utah Supreme Court decision oversteps courtâs role Today, the Utah Supreme Court ruled to uphold the abortion injunction during the remainder of the trial in Planned Parenthood v. Utah. Sutherland released the following statement from its constitutional law and religious freedom fellow, Bill Duncan, on the decision:"On Monday, President Joe Biden proposed an ill-considered effort to undercut the U.S. Supreme Courtâs independence based on a fundamental misunderstanding of the courtâs role. Today the Utah Supreme Court issued a decision that indicates as fundamental a misunderstanding of the judicial role." (Read More) Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilsonâs statement on Utah State Supreme Courtâs decision In reaction to the Utah Supreme Courtâs decision that the stateâs ban on abortion should remain blocked, Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson issued the following statement: âI am grateful for the Courtâs decision and that access can continue in Utah. Such a deeply personal and fundamentally impactful decision belongs with a woman and her family, not politicians. I reaffirm my promise to advocate for reproductive rights for all. I urge Congress to act now to pass federal protections for reproductive rights for all states, including Utah.â President Adams and Speaker Schultz respond to Utah Supreme Court decision President J. Stuart Adams and Speaker Mike Schultz issue the following statement regarding the Utah Supreme Courtâs decision: âThe U.S. Supreme Courtâs landmark Dobbs decision reinstated the authority of our state to regulate abortion policy. The Utah Legislature thoughtfully acted to ensure the state had a strong policy in place to protect both the unborn and the life of the mother. We are deeply disappointed by the Utah Supreme Courtâs ruling today preventing our stateâs abortion law from taking effect more than two years after the Dobbs decision. Through this ruling, the Utah Supreme Court is undermining the constitutional authority of the Legislature to enact laws as elected representatives of the people of Utah.â Utah House Democrats on the Utah Supreme Courtâs decision The Utah House Democratic Caucus released the following statement in response to the Utah Supreme Courtâs decision on Planned Parenthood of Utah v. State of Utah: âWe stand with Utahns today, celebrating the Utah Supreme Courtâs decision to uphold the injunction against the near-total abortion ban in our state. This ruling ensures that essential healthcare services remain accessible." (Read More) Utah Senate Democrats applaud Utah Supreme Courtâs decision The Utah Senate Democrats released the following statement in response to the Utah Supreme Courtâs decision on Planned Parenthood of Utah v. Utah: âToday, the Utah Senate Democrats applaud the courtâs decision to uphold the injunction against Senate Bill 174 (Utahâs âtrigger lawâ), a measure that sought to impose an outright ban on abortions in our state. This decision is a critical step in ensuring that the health and safety of patients in Utah are respected and protected. By preventing the immediate enforcement of SB 174, the court has recognized the potential irreparable harm that this law could inflict on individuals seeking reproductive healthcare. As this case moves forward, we hope that the lower courts will thoroughly consider the constitutional issues at stake and continue to protect the rights and well-being of Utahns. (Read More) Utah House Majority Whip Karianne Lisonbee issues statement in response to Utah Supreme Court decision Representative Lisonbee, floor sponsor of S.B. 174 (2020) Abortion Prohibition Amendments, issues the following statement in response to the Utah Supreme Courtâs decision: âThe Dobbs decision was a long-awaited victory for human life and correctly allows states to enact policies to protect unborn life through the legislative process. I am extremely disappointed that the Supreme Court failed to lift the preliminary injunction and has not allowed Utahâs abortion law to go into effect. Utahns deeply value human life in all stages and all circumstances. As legislators, we are committed to upholding those values in our laws. Itâs deeply unfortunate that Utahâs strong pro-life law continues to be tied up in litigation more than two years after the Dobbs decision, resulting in the deaths of thousands of unborn babies in our state. We are consulting with our legal counsel on next steps for the litigation and are confident that we will ultimately prevail on the merits of the case.â Salt Lake County Democratic Party on the Utah Supreme Courtâs decision Salt Lake County Party Chair Jade Velazquez response to the heartening decision by the Utah Supreme Court to protect abortion rights in Utah: âWe feel vindicated by the Utah Supreme courtâs decision to uphold the injunction on the near total abortion ban passed by extremists in our state legislature. Politicians have no place involving themselves in a Utahnâs decision of when to start or grow their family. This is a deeply personal decision that should continue to be only between a patient and their doctor." (Read More) U.S. Senate nominee, Caroline Gleich, releases statement on Utah Supreme Courtâs ruling Today, the Utah State Supreme Court released a decision upholding the injunction that blocked the enforcement of Utahâs abortion âtrigger banâ. Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Utah, Caroline Gleich, released the following statement in response: "Today, the Utah Supreme Court made the right decision by upholding a block on a near-total abortion ban. The decision safeguards families, freedom, and the future of everyday Utahns against the Republican agenda to exert further control over access to reproductive healthcare." (Read More) | | |
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On This Day In History 1610 - During his quest to find the Northwest Passage, Henry Hudsonâs ships sailed up a large river on the eastern shore of North America. The river and bay would eventually be named after him. 1754 - Pierre Charles LâEnfant is born. The central design for Washington D.C. was laid out by this French-American architect. 1776 - While delegates from the 13 colonies formally approved the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, it wasnât signed by the delegates until August 2nd. However, not all the delegates signed on that day. Many signed days later and some, not at all. 1834 - Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi is born. This French sculptor is best known for designing the Statue of Liberty. 1865 - Lewis Carroll publishes "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" 1909 - The United States Mint issues the first Lincoln penny to the public. On one side, the penny displayed the profile of President Abraham Lincoln along with the words âIn God We Trustâ and âLiberty.â. On the flip side, two stalks of wheat. 1923 - The 29th President of the United States, Warren G. Harding, dies of a stroke 1937 - Capitol Reef National Park is created by presidential proclamation 1990 - Iraq invades Kuwait 2018 - Apple becomes the first American public listed company to reach $1 trillion in value 2018 - TikTok, the video-sharing social network, becomes available worldwide after merging with Musical.ly Quote of the Day âI'd rather regret the risk that didn't work out than the chances I didn't take at all.â
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