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In the first 2024 debate, Biden and Trump clashed on the economy, abortion, immigration, and democracy. Trump praised overturning Roe v. Wade but nuanced his stance on abortion pills; Biden vowed to reinstate Roe. Trump criticized Biden's immigration policies; Biden defended his stalled bipartisan bill. Trump denied responsibility for January 6th and pledged to accept fair election results. Democrats discussed Biden's age affecting his performance; fact-checkers found many of Trump's claims false, yet public perception leaned towards Trump winning the debate. Oklahoma mandates inclusion of the Bible and Ten Commandments in school curricula. Emergency abortions are temporarily allowed in Idaho by the Supreme Court, Biden's interstate pollution plan is halted, and a settlement shielding Purdue Pharma owners from lawsuits is rejected. 68 individuals, including children needing medical care, leave Gaza for Egypt in Israel's first medical evacuation since May. A massive sinkhole opens up in an Illinois park, leaving a 100-foot-wide gap in recreational fields. 

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Goooood Morning! Today is Friday, June 28th, my name is Gabe and you’re listening to Current2, brought to you by Just Bagels! Apologies for the long episode today my friends, but we’re breaking down the debate and want to make sure we give you both sides.

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In Must Know News…

• Last night, Joe Biden and Donald Trump faced off in the first debate of the 2024 election season. Between a flurry of personal insults, verified falsehoods, and golf handicap comparisons, some key issues discussed included: the economy, abortion rights, immigration, the candidates' ages, and the fate of our democracy.
• In a strong start, neither candidate shook hands or acknowledged each other before the debate. Quickly following, on the economy, they each blamed the other for inflation and took credit for the creation of jobs. When asked about how they would approach abortion rights, Trump commended the overturning of Roe v. Wade, though he said he would not ban abortion pills. Biden stressed the importance of abortion being a decision made by a doctor, and ended the discussion saying he would reinstate the ruling. 
• On immigration, Trump repeated a familiar argument: that immigrants crossing the border under Biden are criminals, stealing American jobs and committing violent crimes. Biden defended his border legislation, touting a bipartisan bill that was killed in the Senate earlier this year. 
• Moderators also asked Trump about the January 6th insurrection, and if he would accept a loss in 2024. After being pressed multiple times, Trump denied responsibility for the breach on the capitol. He continued by saying that he will accept the 2024 election results, given they are fair and uncorrupted.
• All in all, at the end of the debate, talk among Dems focused on replacing Biden, as his advanced age hindered his performance. As for Trump, fact checkers confirmed that many of his statements were false. Overall, America believes Trump won this one. 

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In Other Notable News…

• Effective immediately, all Oklahoma schools are now required to include the Bible and the Ten Commandments in the education curriculum. The Oklahoma State Superintendent stated that the Bible is an important foundational material for the country and its Constitution. 
• Big updates with the Supreme Court as emergency abortions in Idaho have been temporarily permitted, Biden’s “Good Neighbor” plan on combating smog and air pollution across state lines is halted, and a settlement with OxyContin manufacturer Purdue Pharma that would protect the owners from civil lawsuits is rejected. Who ever said the government was slow?
• A total of 68 individuals, including 19 sick or wounded children and their companions, were permitted to leave the Gaza Strip and travel to Egypt for medical attention. This marks Israel’s first medical evacuation since May after the Strip was captured and all crossing was shut down. 
• and an Illinois park was faced with a scary scene on Wednesday when a massive sinkhole opened up in the center of recreational fields, leaving behind a 100 foot wide opening. The collapse was caught on a nearby security camera, and don’t worry, we’re looking into it… 

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Happy Friday, folks, and thanks for listening to Current2, the easy way to stay informed!

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Sources:

Presidential Debate (CNN, AP, Reuters, NBC)

Bible now required in Oklahoma schools (CNN)

Latest from Supreme Court (Reuters, CNN, AP) 

68 permitted to leave Gaza Strip (AP)

Illinois park sinkhole (NBC)