Elizabeth Both

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All of the Morning Rundown newsletters I have produced, written and published. 

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November wildfires rage in the Northeast and Trump critics fear retribution: Morning Rundown

Trump critics fear he may enter office looking for retribution. An historic drought is fueling a rare November wildfire in the Northeast. And a dramatic comeback on “Sunday Night Football.”Here’s what to know today.Olivia Troye, a former Trump administration official who denounced him in a speech at the Democratic convention in August, was boarding a plane recently when a passenger looked at her and said: “Your days are numbered.”Not wanting to escalate a bad situation, she said nothing, but the...
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Harris and Trump campaign down to the wire and tornadoes tear through Oklahoma: Morning Rundown

As the campaign enters its final days, Harris and Trump use starkly different messages to woo voters. Tornado-spawning thunderstorms leave a path of destruction across Oklahoma. And a recap of Week 9 of the NFL. Here’s what to know today.Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris spent the final weekend of their campaigns bouncing between battleground states, hoping to ramp up last-minute support. But aside from the travel plans, their endgames couldn’t be more different.Spea...
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Trump rally overshadowed by comedian's racist remarks and Quarter Pounder is back: Morning Rundown

Donald Trump headlines a rally in Madison Square Garden after racist and crude remarks from his allies. Quarter Pounders are back on the menu at McDonald's after tests show patties were not the source of the E.coli outbreak. And highlights from Week 8 of the NFL. Here’s what to know today.Former President Donald Trump delivered his standard lines on topics from immigration to the economy at a packed rally in Madison Square Garden, but his remarks were overshadowed by comments from his warm-up sp...
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The fight for white women voters and Hezbollah strikes Israeli base: Morning Rundown

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are in a closely divided campaign for white women. Middle-class homeownership is becoming more difficult. And what you may have missed in Week 6 of the NFL. Here’s what to know today.White women helped Trump win in 2020. But, a new issue and a new opponent this time around might sway them. Dr. Theresa Wheeling had always been a registered Republican and voted for Donald Trump during the 2020 presidential election. After the Supreme Court’s 2022 decision to overturn...
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Israel marks a year since Oct. 7 attacks and Hurricane Milton strengthens: Morning Rundown

Israel observes the first anniversary of the Oct. 7 attacks as it steps up attacks on Gaza and Lebanon. Hurricane Milton strengthens on its path to Florida. And we look at highlights from the 5th week of NFL matchups.Here’s what to know today.It’s been one year since the Oct. 7 terror attack on Israel, where scenes of horror unfolded when Hamas-led militants unleashed an onslaught of violence, leaving 1,200 dead and kidnapping another 251.Israelis have remained enraged and deeply shaken, with fa...
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Israel issues rare warning to Lebanese civilians and Johnson's new strategy to avert a shutdown: Morning Rundown

House Speaker Mike Johnson makes a deal with Democrats in an attempt to avert a shutdown. Israel launches ‘’extensive’’ strikes across Lebanon. And catch up on the highlights from Week 3 of the NFL. Here’s what to know today.House Speaker Mike Johnson has struck a deal with the White House and top Democrats that would keep the government funded at current levels through Dec. 20.The House plans to vote this week on the three-month stopgap funding bill as Donald Trump pressures Republicans to shut...
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FBI investigates suspect in apparent Trump assassination attempt and historic Emmy night for 'Shōgun': Morning Rundown

The FBI investigates the attempted assassination of Donald Trump at his Florida golf club. House Republicans will attempt to avert a government shutdown. And “Shōgun” dominates at the Emmys.Here’s what to know today.Two months after the attempt on former President Donald Trump’s life in Pennsylvania, the FBI said it was investigating another apparent attempted assassination of Trump at his golf course in West Palm Beach, Florida. The former president was playing a round of golf near his Mar-a-La...
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Nationwide strike in Israel and extreme heat worsens health conditions: Morning Rundown

In today’s newsletter: Massive protests erupt in Israel to demand a cease-fire after six hostages held by Hamas were found dead in Gaza. The White House says Biden and Harris weren’t invited to Arlington National Cemetery. And former students report injuries at a Utah facility for troubled teens. Here’s what to know today.A nationwide strike has begun in Israel, with the country’s biggest union vowing to shut down the economy in a furious push for the government to agree to a cease-fire deal aft...
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Harris defends policy stances and Russia struggles to stop Ukraine's incurision: Morning Rundown

Vice President Kamala Harris is pressed about her policy evolutions in the first major interview of her campaign. Why Russia has not stopped Ukraine's incursion into its territory. And the loved ones of pig organ transplant recipients share their rare experiences.Here’s what to know today.Vice President Kamala Harris and running mate Tim Walz gave their first joint sit-down interview since Harris became the Democratic presidential nominee. Harris discussed her agenda for her first months in offi...
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Glorious farewell to the Paris Olympics and the U.S. rushes firepower to the Middle East: Morning Rundown

A spectacular closing ceremony hands the Olympic Games over to Los Angeles. The U.S. rushes firepower to the Middle East. And a false JD Vance rumor sparks a misinformation row. Here’s what to know today.Au revoir to the Paris Games.Au revoir to the Paris Games.The Games culminated in a spectacular closing ceremony. More than 10,000 athletes paraded through the Stade de France, with gold medalists Katie Ledecky and Nick Mead representing Team USA as its flag bearers. Tom Cruise accepted the hand...
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Trump to debate Harris and Covid summer wave: Morning Rundown

Donald Trump tries to take back the election spotlight. U.S. track star Noah Lyles reveals a Covid diagnosis moments after a bronze-winning sprint. And the number of migrants coming into U.S. cities is declining. Here’s what to know today.Mark your calendars — a debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump is set for Sept. 10.And there might be more to come. During a news conference at his Mar-a-Lago resort, Trump said he would be open to three debates next month...
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Hurricane Debby makes landfall and U.S. markets set to open in red: Morning Rundown

Vice President Kamala Harris will tour swing states this week alongside her yet-to-be-named running mate. Hurricane Debby makes landfall in Florida as a Category 1 storm. And Noah Lyles is the world’s fastest man — by five-thousandths of a second. Here’s what to know today.It will be a critical week for Vice President Kamala Harris.She will visit seven swing states over the course of five days, one of the heaviest weeks of campaign-related travel in the general election.Harris’ team has vetted s...
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Arson attacks hit French rail lines ahead of opening ceremony and Obama endorses Harris: Morning Rundown

A series of coordinated arson attacks disrupts travel before today’s opening ceremony. Barack Obama endorses Kamala Harris for president. And Elon Musk’s daughter responds to his comments about her transgender identity. Here’s what to know today.In the 128-year history of the modern Olympiad, there’s never been an opening quite like today’s. Rather than parade inside a stadium, around 10,500 athletes will sail in a 3½-mile flotilla of 94 boats down Paris’ iconic Seine. It could be a blockbuster...
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Biden appeals to Americans and what happens inside the Olympic village: Morning Rundown

Biden appeals to Americans to “preserve our democracy” after he drops out of the 2024 race. FBI Director Christopher Wray reveals new details about the Trump assassination attempt. And NBC News hears what really goes on inside Olympic villages. Here’s what to know today.President Joe Biden addressed his decision to end his re-election campaign from the Oval Office, framing it as a “defense of democracy” and passing “the torch to a new generation.” “I revere this office, but I love my country mor...
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Majority of Democratic delegates back Harris and Nashville comes together after neo-Nazi influx: Morning Rundown

Democratic delegates and donors coalesce around Kamala Harris. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu holds talks in Washington at a crucial moment for Gaza cease-fire talks. And officials release body camera footage that shows an Illinois deputy fatally shooting Sonya Massey.Here’s what to know today.Just a day after President Joe Biden announced he was dropping out of the race, Vice President Kamala Harris has secured a majority of pledged Democratic convention delegates. Seemingly all of Harris’ major...
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What's next for Democrats with Biden out and C.J. Nickolas eyes taekwondo gold: Morning Rundown

President Joe Biden drops out of the 2024 race and endorses Vice President Kamala Harris. The Secret Service says it denied earlier Trump requests for more security resources. And C.J. Nickolas’ epic kick could land the U.S. a taekwondo gold. Here’s what to know today.Presidential politics has entered uncharted territory. President Joe Biden shocked the nation and exited the 2024 campaign yesterday, with less than a month to go before the Democratic Party’s nominating convention. Increasingly po...
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Biden calls for unity after Trump assassination attempt and '90210' star Shannen Doherty remembered: Morning Rundown

Biden calls on Americans to unify and “lower the temperature’’ after the attempt on Trump’s life. Argentina wins the 2024 Copa América title over Colombia with a late goal. And the Republican National Convention kicks off. Here’s what to know today.With the nation in shock a day after a gunman tried to assassinate former President Donald Trump at his campaign rally in Pennsylvania, President Joe Biden called on Americans to “lower the temperature” in politics. In a rare Oval Office address on th...
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Britain's landslide election and holiday weekend heatwave set to break records: Morning Rundown

Britain wakes to a political earthquake. Some Democrats say Biden's halting debate performance wasn't an anomaly. And an ''extremely dangerous'' heatwave takes hold.Here's what to know today.Rishi Sunak is out as prime minister after suffering one of the most brutal defeats in British political history. Replacing him is Labour leader Keir Starmer, who will enter No. 10 Downing St. alongside his family in the coming hours after meeting King Charles to formally form a government.The result was wid...
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France’s far right in election lead and Olympic gymnastics squad selected: Morning Rundown

The Supreme Court is poised to rule on Trump’s presidential immunity case today. Biden’s family discussed the future of his campaign as donors look for other options. And the gymnasts who will compete for Team USA at the Paris Olympics have been selected. Here’s what to know today.The Supreme Court is expected to issue its ruling today on whether former President Donald Trump can claim immunity from prosecution for at least some of his actions in seeking to overturn the 2020 election.  Chief Jus...
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New wave of weight loss drugs and Travis Kelce gets an 'Eras Tour' feature: Morning Rundown

Netanyahu says Israel's ''intensive'' offensive in Gaza is set to wind down. Noah Lyles secures a spot on the U.S. Olympic team for the Paris Games. And Taylor Swift brought out Travis Kelce onstage during her London concert. Here’s what to know today.The “intensive” phase of Israel’s offensive in Gaza will soon end, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said yesterday— but he signaled that he would not agree to a cease-fire deal that would end the war, and that this new phase would allow a shift in...
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Abortion pill remains available and Wyoming landslide highlights wealth disparities: Morning Rundown

Trump’s fundraising email subjects veer from hugs to guillotines. What to know about mifepristone after the Supreme Court struck down a challenge to accessing the abortion pill. And a landslide in Wyoming deepens the disparities between the ultrawealthy and local workers.Here’s what to know today.Politicians (and scammers) have long leaned on emotional appeals to get people to part with their money. Former President Donald Trump’s recent trials have been a huge driver of his fundraising, spiking...
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Biden at odds with Ukraine over U.S. weapons and Gilgo Beach suspect's 'planning document': Morning Rundown

Biden to meet with Ukraine’s Zelenskyy amid tensions over the use of U.S. weapons against Russia. Prosecutors allege that the suspect in the Gilgo Beach serial killings used a ‘’planning document.’’ And the woman who says she inspired the stalker character in “Baby Reindeer” sues Netflix for defamation.Here’s what to know today.President Joe Biden will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Paris today as the United States clashes with both its ally and the Kremlin over Kyiv’s stri...
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Mexico elects first woman president and Simone Biles qualifies for Olympic trials: Morning Rundown

In today's newsletter: Ex-intel officers warn Trump could weaponize U.S. spy services if he’s elected to a second term. Claudia Sheinbaum is elected Mexico’s first female president. And Simone Biles wins her 9th U.S. gymnastics championship. Here’s what to know today.Former intelligence officers are panicking that spy agencies could suffer if Donald Trump wins a second presidential term. Given Trump’s track record during and after his first term, including his public remarks around the intellige...
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