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Here are some of the top stories from today's national news:
Breaking News
- Biden Administration Announces New COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate: The White House has announced a new vaccine mandate for federal employees, contractors, and healthcare workers. The move is aimed at increasing vaccination rates and slowing the spread of the virus.
Politics
- House Passes Infrastructure Bill: The House of Representatives has passed a $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill, which includes funding for roads, bridges, and public transportation. The bill now heads to the Senate for consideration.
- Senate Confirms Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to Supreme Court: The Senate has confirmed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, making her the first Black woman to serve on the high court.
Economy
- Jobless Claims Fall to Lowest Level in 52 Years: The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits has fallen to its lowest level in 52 years, according to the Labor Department. The decline is seen as a sign of a strong labor market.
- Inflation Rate Remains High: The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 5.4% in June, the highest level in 13 years. The increase is driven by rising prices for food, housing, and healthcare.
Crime
- FBI Arrests Suspect in Connection with Capitol Riot: The FBI has arrested a suspect in connection with the January 6th riot at the US Capitol. The suspect, a 35-year-old man from Texas, is accused of assaulting a police officer.
- Police Officer Killed in the Line of Duty: A police officer was killed in the line of duty in a shooting in Chicago. The officer, a 24-year veteran of the force, was shot while responding to a call.
Health
- CDC Warns of Delta Variant Surge: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has warned of a surge in cases of the Delta variant of COVID-19, which is more contagious than previous strains.
- New Study Finds Link Between COVID-19 and Increased Risk of Heart Disease: A new study has found that people who have had COVID-19 are at increased risk of developing heart disease.
World News
- Israel and Hamas Agree to Ceasefire: Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire, ending 11 days of fighting in the Gaza Strip.
- North Korea Conducts Missile Test: North Korea has conducted a missile test, which is seen as a provocation by the international community.
These are just some of the top stories from today's national news.