USA TODAY is reporting that Republican lawmakers on Capitol Hill hold vastly different expectations for what they can achieve this year. It said President Donald Trump's agenda, which includes enacting voting restrictions, increasing defense spending amid the Iran war, confirming Cabinet nominees, and a longshot effort to eliminate the Senate's filibuster, has created internal discord. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, stated, "We keep overpromising and underdelivering." Internal strategy documents obtained by USA TODAY from the Senate Republican Conference warned of "stories of conflict between Republicans."
The newspaper also reported another detainee died at a controversial NYC-area Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility. It said Michigan, Virginia, Kansas, Washington and Missouri are holding competitive primaries today. Additionally, USA TODAY reported that Jackie the Bald Eagle's health has worsened.
In other news, USA TODAY is reporting a man was arrested for arson as three ongoing wildfires have consumed more than 12.5 square miles of land in and around Spokane, Washington, destroying homes. It said an In-N-Out worker, Ashley Garibay, was killed in an Idaho mass shooting in Twin Falls that also claimed two other lives. Her mother described her as "an amazing soul" with "the most beautiful heart." The newspaper also reported a record number of U.S. consumers entered debt consolidation in the first half of 2026, with an average balance of about $40,000.
USA TODAY is reporting NFL teams, including the Pittsburgh Steelers, were at training camps Monday, with the regular season kicking off Sept. 9. The annual Hall of Fame game will be the first preseason matchup Thursday.
Regarding personal finance, USA TODAY is reporting America's "sandwich caregivers," who simultaneously care for aging parents and children, are taking on these dual responsibilities at an average age of 34, which is younger than typical. It said balancing child care and senior care costs is significantly reshaping their financial decisions, according to Care.com's 2026 Sandwich Generation Report.
The newspaper also reported the first two U.S. deaths connected with the latest cyclosporiasis outbreak occurred in Michigan, involving individuals with underlying medical conditions. It said Kentucky officials are clashing over who would fill Sen. Mitch McConnell's seat if a vacancy occurs, as he recovers from a fall and pneumonia. Bruce Springsteen shared that his wife, Patti Scialfa, is in remission from blood cancer after an eight-year battle, USA TODAY reported. It also highlighted Camp Simcha, a medically supervised overnight camp for children with cancer, chronic illnesses, and disabilities, which includes a hospital. Finally, USA TODAY is reporting the 2027 Met Gala theme, centering on designer John Galliano, is causing controversy.