What Happened
This week saw a range of unexpected events across the United States. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett was the target of a "swatting" call at her Virginia home, while the Los Angeles mayoral race gained national attention due to a surprise challenger. Meanwhile, the Trump administration announced the opening of a US Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya, and Michigan Democratic candidates clashed in a Senate debate.
Swatting Call at Justice Barrett's Home
A "swatting" call was made to the home of Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett on Wednesday night, prompting a police response. The call reported "suspicious noise of gunshots" at Barrett's suburban Virginia address. However, the dispatcher warned responding officers that the report may not be authentic, given the "high priority resident of the county" living at the address.
Los Angeles Mayoral Race Heats Up
The Los Angeles mayoral race has drawn national attention, with 15 candidates vying for the top spot. Former reality TV star Spencer Pratt has surged from a novelty candidate to a serious contender, challenging incumbent Mayor Karen Bass (D). The nonpartisan primary is set to take place on Tuesday.
US Ebola Quarantine Facility to Open in Kenya
The Trump administration has confirmed that a 50-bed field hospital quarantine facility for Americans will open in Kenya on Friday. The facility will be used to quarantine individuals exposed to Ebola, with those who test positive or develop symptoms to be sent elsewhere for advanced care.
Michigan Senate Debate: Key Takeaways
Democratic candidates in Michigan's Senate race clashed in a combative debate on Thursday, discussing foreign and corporate campaign donations. Rep. Haley Stevens (Mich.), state Sen. Mallory McMorrow, and Abdul El-Sayed, a former Wayne County Health, Human and Veteran Services director, are running to replace retiring Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.) in a competitive August primary.
Citation Dropped for Florida Woman
A viral video showed a woman in Palm Beach County, Florida, being pulled over for allegedly holding her phone in her right hand while driving. However, the woman revealed that she doesn't have a right hand, leading to the citation being dropped.
Key Facts
- Who: Justice Amy Coney Barrett, Mayor Karen Bass, Spencer Pratt
- What: Swatting call, Los Angeles mayoral race, US Ebola quarantine facility
- When: Wednesday night, Tuesday (mayoral primary), Friday (quarantine facility opening)
- Impact: Heightened security concerns, surprise contender in mayoral race, increased preparedness for Ebola outbreaks
What Experts Say
"Swatting calls are a serious issue, and we take them very seriously." — Fairfax County Police Department spokesperson
What to Watch
As the Los Angeles mayoral primary approaches, keep an eye on the surprise challenger Spencer Pratt and his impact on the race. Meanwhile, the US Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya will be closely monitored for its effectiveness in responding to potential outbreaks.
What Happened
This week saw a range of unexpected events across the United States. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett was the target of a "swatting" call at her Virginia home, while the Los Angeles mayoral race gained national attention due to a surprise challenger. Meanwhile, the Trump administration announced the opening of a US Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya, and Michigan Democratic candidates clashed in a Senate debate.
Swatting Call at Justice Barrett's Home
A "swatting" call was made to the home of Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett on Wednesday night, prompting a police response. The call reported "suspicious noise of gunshots" at Barrett's suburban Virginia address. However, the dispatcher warned responding officers that the report may not be authentic, given the "high priority resident of the county" living at the address.
Los Angeles Mayoral Race Heats Up
The Los Angeles mayoral race has drawn national attention, with 15 candidates vying for the top spot. Former reality TV star Spencer Pratt has surged from a novelty candidate to a serious contender, challenging incumbent Mayor Karen Bass (D). The nonpartisan primary is set to take place on Tuesday.
US Ebola Quarantine Facility to Open in Kenya
The Trump administration has confirmed that a 50-bed field hospital quarantine facility for Americans will open in Kenya on Friday. The facility will be used to quarantine individuals exposed to Ebola, with those who test positive or develop symptoms to be sent elsewhere for advanced care.
Michigan Senate Debate: Key Takeaways
Democratic candidates in Michigan's Senate race clashed in a combative debate on Thursday, discussing foreign and corporate campaign donations. Rep. Haley Stevens (Mich.), state Sen. Mallory McMorrow, and Abdul El-Sayed, a former Wayne County Health, Human and Veteran Services director, are running to replace retiring Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.) in a competitive August primary.
Citation Dropped for Florida Woman
A viral video showed a woman in Palm Beach County, Florida, being pulled over for allegedly holding her phone in her right hand while driving. However, the woman revealed that she doesn't have a right hand, leading to the citation being dropped.
Key Facts
- Who: Justice Amy Coney Barrett, Mayor Karen Bass, Spencer Pratt
- What: Swatting call, Los Angeles mayoral race, US Ebola quarantine facility
- When: Wednesday night, Tuesday (mayoral primary), Friday (quarantine facility opening)
- Impact: Heightened security concerns, surprise contender in mayoral race, increased preparedness for Ebola outbreaks
What Experts Say
"Swatting calls are a serious issue, and we take them very seriously." — Fairfax County Police Department spokesperson
What to Watch
As the Los Angeles mayoral primary approaches, keep an eye on the surprise challenger Spencer Pratt and his impact on the race. Meanwhile, the US Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya will be closely monitored for its effectiveness in responding to potential outbreaks.