• BLM criticizes Harris nomination: Black Lives Matter has criticized the Democratic Party for "anointing" Vice President Kamala Harris as the party's expected presidential nominee without a public vote. Learn more.
• Trump shooting: Body camera footage shared by U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley of Iowa sheds new details on the assassination attempt against Trump—and raises additional questions. Find out what's in the video.
• Trump-Harris debate: Pete Buttigieg has said that Donald Trump is "afraid" to debate Kamala Harris after the former president pushed for the second presidential debate not to be hosted by ABC. Here's what he said.
• Top Russian economist died: Valentina Bondarenko, a top Russian economist, has died at the age of 82 after falling out of her apartment window in Moscow, Russian state-run media reported on Tuesday. Here's what we know.
• US Air Force moves fighter jets: The United States Air Force has created a "super squadron" in its ally, South Korea, by moving more fighter jets near the frontline with North Korea to maximize combat effectiveness. Find out more.
• In the ongoing war in Ukraine, the proportion of Ukrainians who support territorial concessions to Russia in exchange for peace is rising, according to polling by the Kyiv International Institute for Sociology.

Biden to Address Nation in First Remarks Since Ending Campaign

TL/DR: Calls for Biden to step down from the 2024 race intensified after his shaky performance last month at the first presidential debate against Trump.

The rundown: President Joe Biden is expected to deliver a speech today about his exit from the 2024 presidential race. Here's how to watch it.

Why it matters: On Sunday, Biden announced that he will not seek reelection in the 2024 presidential race and threw his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris. Before his announcement, more than 30 sitting Democrats had told Biden to withdraw from the race and let another nominee face off against Trump in November. The announcement marks a significant shift in the political landscape, as the Democratic Party must now quickly organize to select a new nominee before August 7. While C-Span hasn't issued its official feed yet, the organization will likely air his remarks.

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Biden Returns to White House as Republicans Push for Him to Step Down

What happens now? What happens next: The speech will begin at 8 p.m. ET. He will address the nation from the Oval Office on what lies ahead and how he will finish the job for the American people.

Democrats to Snub Netanyahu Address as Trump to Welcome Him to Mar-a-Lago

TL/DR: In a statement released Tuesday, Representative Mark Takano of California became the latest Democratic lawmaker, announcing he's skipping the speech.

The rundown: Following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's arrival in Washington, D.C., more Democrats are skipping his expected speech Wednesday as former President Donald Trump gears up to welcome the Israeli leader. Here's what to expect.

Why it matters: Netanyahu's visit arrives more than nine months into Israel's war against Hamas, which began after Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, killing 1,200 people and taking approximately 250 people hostage, per the Israeli government. Israel subsequently launched its heaviest-ever airstrikes in Gaza. More than 39,000 Palestinians have been killed, according to the Gaza Health Ministry, per AP. Since it was announced Netanyahu would give an address, several Democratic lawmakers have said they will not attend, citing the war. Here's a full list of Democrats who plan to boycott Netanyahu's speech.

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Netanyahu's Critical Washington Visit: Everything We Know

What happens now? Netanyahu is anticipated to deliver an address to Congress today and meet with President Joe Biden on Thursday, according to a report from the Associated Press, which added that the Israeli leader will hold separate talks with Harris on Thursday. Trump announced on Truth Social that Netanyahu will also stop at Mar-a-Lago on Friday. The largest protest could see at least 5,000 people and is set for this morning, with organizers planning to march and demand Netanyahu's arrest on war crime charges.

Harris Should Pick This Running Mate Against Trump—DNC Delegates

TL/DR: Harris will ultimately make the choice, but Shapiro could be an asset to her campaign in Pennsylvania. The state was crucial to President Joe Biden's 2020 victory and to former President Donald Trump's 2016 victory.

The rundown: Vice President Kamala Harris is in the process of choosing her running mate for the November election, as recent interviews with delegates to the Democratic National Convention show one potential candidate leading the pack. Here's who the delegates favored.

Why it matters: The New York Times interviewed 251 delegates who will be voting in the Democratic Party's presidential nominating process and found that Gov. Josh Shapiro enjoyed a slim lead. Shapiro is the governor of a crucial swing state. He is one of several possible vice-presidential picks who has reportedly been asked for vetting materials by the Harris campaign, according to a recent report from The Wall Street Journal.

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Josh Shapiro Could Help Kamala Harris Win Jewish Voters, but Is a Big Risk

What happens now? The sample of 251 delegates is relatively small compared to the more than 3,000 delegates heading to the convention. Vice President Harris has already secured the support of the 1,976 delegates she needs to win the party's nomination.

Paris Olympics Games Security Will Be 'Biggest Challenge' Ever

TL/DR: Keeping athletes, dignitaries, and spectators safe at the 2024 Paris Olympics is one of the biggest security challenges in French history.

The rundown: France's security services are embarking on an enormous operation to try and prevent disaster at the Olympic Games, while their U.S. counterparts have reportedly spent years preparing to protect American athletes competing in Paris. Find out how it will impact the games.

Why it matters: French authorities are already on edge following elections that have left the country with the risk of demonstrations as far-right and far-left actors fight for power. Meanwhile, many state, non-state, criminal, direct, hybrid, and cyber threats loom large over the Parisian showcase. Here's more about the threats. Palestinian militancy has left an indelible mark on the Olympics' collective history, the horrors of the 1972 Munich massacre of Israeli athletes seared into memories worldwide. The ongoing resurgence of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has enraged many Europeans—especially Muslims—and prompted fierce anti-Israel protests in major cities, including Paris, as well as efforts to have Israel barred from the 2024 Olympics.

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Neo-Nazi Suspect Arrested Over Olympic Torch Relay Threat

What happens now? To guard the Games, some 30,000 police officers—most armed with at least handguns—will be deployed daily, with 45,000 to guard the opening ceremony on the Seine River. Another 25,000 private security guards will also be working daily. Behind them, some 18,000 soldiers—well used to operating in French cities given the country's recent struggles with Islamist terrorism—will support the operation.

NATO Ally's F-16 Jets Scrambled after Russian Drone Crosses Border

TL/DR: Romania said it was searching for debris near the border with Ukraine after a reported Russian drone crash.

The rundown: Romania sent F-16 fighter jets to the border with Ukraine early on Wednesday after Russia launched drone attacks close to the NATO country's border. Get more details.

Why it matters: Between Tuesday and Wednesday, Russia's military "carried out a new series of drone attacks" in Ukraine close to the border with Romania, Bucharest's ministry of national defense said in a statement. Two Romanian Air Force F-16 fighter jets took off from a military base in southeastern Romania at 2:19 a.m. local time on Wednesday to "monitor the aerial situation." The jets returned to their base around two hours later, the Romanian ministry said.

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Map Shows NATO Spy Flights Skirting Russia's Black Sea Borders

What happens now? Romanian teams are searching for "possible objects" on Romania's side of the border around the village of Plauru, Bucharest said. Plauru is across the border from the Ukrainian town of Izmail.

Map Shows States Where Most Americans Are Homesteading

As society makes technological advancements and gets ever-more sophisticated, many Americans are opting to return to the basics and embracing homesteading, as they seek to find a balance between modern and traditional lifestyles.

Homesteading is a way of life that focuses on self-sufficiency and sustainable living. It involves growing food through subsistence agriculture, preserving food at home, and the small-scale production of textiles, clothing and crafts for personal use or sale. Homesteaders also often generate their own electricity through renewable resources.

Newsweek has created a map, using data gathered by the World Population Review, to show the places where most Americans are homesteading and where some of the best locations are.