This article covers the escalating conflict between Israel and Hamas, the Maui wildfire, and the shooting at an airport garage in Philadelphia. In response to the violence, the U.S. is planning evacuation flights for Americans in Israel, while the U.S. Capitol Police has provided briefings to lawmakers regarding enhanced protections. Additionally, Steve Scalise has withdrawn his bid to be House speaker and an officer has been convicted in the death of Elijah McClain.
