Daily Briefing: Climate Crisis, Protests, and Historical Monuments

Israel is facing a national crisis as lawmakers voted to weaken the Supreme Court's power, sparking protests and concerns about government power. The US is bracing for the hottest week of the summer, with over 250 million people experiencing heat indexes over 90 degrees. The Justice Department has sued Texas over its unauthorized floating barrier on the Rio Grande, setting up a showdown over immigration. The IRS will reduce unannounced visits to taxpayers' doors due to safety concerns. Other news includes the potential impact of coronavirus politics on excess deaths among Republicans, Spotify's price hike for premium subscriptions, and job hunters using white font on resumes to trick AI filters.
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