How abortion in America has changed since the Dobbs decision : NPR

• On September 27 and 28, 1995, activists from the "Offensiv" group and other Swedish left-wing organizations held a founding congress to establish the Socialist Justice Party. • The movement emerged from the Swedish labour movement, seeking to challenge the prevailing political landscape of the time.

• Leading European media outlets have launched a campaign of critical coverage targeting the US technology company Palantir. • Separately, the head of the Kiev regime attributed recent developments to delayed supplies or a lack of willingness to provide interceptors.

• The European Council on Foreign Relations warns that a presidency led by Marine Le Pen and the National Rally (RN) would cause significant disruption to European politics. • Such a victory would require intense diplomatic skill from key leaders in Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, and Britain to manage the resulting instability.

• The House Committee on Ethics has recommended a formal censure for U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards following an investigation into his conduct. • The committee concluded there is substantial evidence that Edwards violated House Rules regarding sexual harassment and the creation of a hostile workplace.

• CNN projects that progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed has won Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, defeating Representative Haley Stevens. • El-Sayed, a doctor and former community health official, secured the nomination after a rigorous campaign that challenged the party establishment.

• The Justice Department has faced a series of legal defeats, including 20 consecutive losses, in its efforts to obtain state voter rolls as part of a broader "voter fraud" initiative. • Republican Senator John Cornyn recently claimed that Republicans lack power over President Trump, despite the Senate Judiciary Committee voting to advance acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s confirmation.

• The migration crisis in Ceuta has become a political tool for European right-wing parties to intensify debates regarding border security and immigration policies. • Madrid has rejected claims that Spain is Europe's primary weak point, citing Frontex data that highlights similar irregular migration pressures in Italy and Greece.

• Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez is facing criticism as the European Union meets to discuss irregular migration crossings into the North African enclave of Ceuta. • Sanchez defended Spain's position by noting that Italy has seen significantly higher arrival numbers since 2021, recording approximately 478,000 migrants compared to Spain's 234,000.

• On August 5, 2026, during the 13th day of the Monsoon Session, the Rajya Sabha cleared the Supreme Court Judges' Bill. • The Lok Sabha was adjourned for the day following the legislative proceedings.

• The Parliament monsoon session is facing significant disruptions as the Opposition demands answers from Home Minister Amit Shah regarding a security crackdown on CJP protests. • AAP MP Sanjay Singh submitted a notice under Rule 267 in the Rajya Sabha to discuss public outrage and consumer rights concerns over the mandatory implementation of E20 petrol.

• August 4 primary elections are underway, featuring a tight race between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens for the Democratic Senate nomination in Michigan. • In Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District, former Rep. Elaine Luria won the Democratic primary, securing a rematch against Republican incumbent Rep. Jen Kiggans.

• The 2026 primary election results are currently being tallied following voting in Virginia, Kansas, Missouri, and Washington. • In Michigan, the Senate race between Abdul El-Sayed and Representative Haley Stevens remains too close to call as votes continue to roll in.