Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle faced criticism for her handling of the attempted assassination of former President Trump. She told the House Oversight Committee she takes responsibility for security failures but faced calls to resign. Lawmakers criticized her unwillingness to provide details at her first testimony, questioning why Trump was allowed on stage despite security concerns. (CBS News)
Delta Air Lines continues to cancel flights for the third day due to a global software outage, while other airlines are recovering. CEO Ed Bastian addressed the situation, emphasizing the impact on Delta’s busiest summer travel weekend. Despite endeavors to resume operations, Delta faced additional delays and cancellations, with over 800 flights canceled and 1,500 delayed as of Monday afternoon. (NPR)
Warner Bros. Discovery has matched Amazon’s offer to pay around $1.8 billion per year to carry a package of NBA games. This move sets up a battle between TNT’s parent company and Amazon to retain the broadcast rights. The NBA recently renewed contracts with Disney, NBC, and Amazon for $76 billion, but WBD was not included. It remains to be seen if the NBA will accept WBD’s offer. (CNN)
Missouri judge Jason Sengheiser has overturned the conviction of Christopher Dunn, who has spent over 30 years in prison for a murder he maintains he did not commit. Dunn is likely to be freed, but a specific timeline is not yet known. Sengheiser’s ruling came after a hearing in which new evidence was presented. The judge stated that there was a clear and convincing showing of “actual innocence.” (AP)
McDonald’s has announced that it will extend its $5 value meal at most U.S. locations until at least August due to its success since its launch in June. The deal, which includes a burger or sandwich, fries, McNuggets, and a drink, has been popular among financially-strained consumers. McDonald’s claims that the offering has drawn customers away from competitors. (UPI)
