Congress has passed a proposal mandating that the federal government buy only American flags made entirely in the U.S. Supported by Senators Collins and Brown, the “All American Flag Act” aims to boost American manufacturers, preserve U.S. values, and cut dependence on imported flags, mainly from China. (ABC News)
The Park Fire in northern California has grown to 373,357 acres, becoming the state’s sixth-largest wildfire. It is 12% contained and covers an area larger than the city of Los Angeles. The fire started when a burning car was pushed into a gully. Aircraft and thousands of personnel and resources are being used to monitor and control the fire. (UPI)
President Joe Biden proposed reforms to the Supreme Court on Monday that rein in both the presidency and the high court’s powers. Biden’s sweeping changes include restrictions on presidential immunity, term limits for Supreme Court justices, and the enforcement of a “binding” code of ethics to address conflicts of interest in the court. (UPI)
South Pasadena, California, becomes the first city in the U.S. to replace all police patrol cars with 20 new Teslas, aiming to reduce emissions and promote public health. The move includes installing electric vehicle chargers at City Hall. Other cities have incorporated electric vehicles, but not to this extent. (AP)
Team USA’s men’s gymnastics team won their first Olympic medal in the team event in 16 years, securing a bronze. Japan took gold by a narrow margin, while China claimed silver. “For the first time since 2008, the U.S. Men are taking home hardware in the Olympic Team Competition!” USA Gymnastics wrote. (CBS News)
