Friday, August 23rd, 2024

Morning Announcements

Today’s Headlines: Vice President Kamala Harris officially accepted the Democratic nomination for president at the convention in Chicago, with less than 75 days until the election. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is expected to drop out of the presidential race and endorse Donald Trump, as his campaign reportedly runs out of funds. Meanwhile, the FDA has approved new COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna to combat the latest strain, kP2, which has driven a surge in cases this summer. Lastly, Andrew Tate has been detained and placed under house arrest in Romania, facing serious charges, including human trafficking and sexual relations with a minor.

Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode:

• NY Times: D.N.C. Live Updates: Kamala Harris to Make Her Case to the Country on Final Night
• Business Insider: RFK Jr.'s Campaign Almost Broke, Gave $1 Million Back to Shanahan
• WA Post: New coronavirus vaccines are now approved. Here’s what to know.
• AP News: Andrew Tate placed under house arrest as new human trafficking allegations emerge involving minors

Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

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