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Today’s Headlines: Israel's Parliament voted to pass legislation that would drastically overhaul the country's judiciary branch, backed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his right-wing coalition. The newly passed law limits the Supreme Court's ability to overturn government actions deemed "unreasonable." The law has drawn widespread criticism and sparked protests across Israel, with concerns about threats to the country's democratic principles. Meanwhile, the Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Texas over buoys set up on the Rio Grande, citing violations of federal environmental law. President Biden will sign a proclamation establishing the Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument, honoring the Black teenager who was lynched in 1955. UPS employees are nearing a potential strike as contract negotiations continue, seeking better working conditions and improved pay. Greece faces a severe wildfire situation on multiple islands, leading to the largest evacuation effort in years.

Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode:

• AP News: Israeli parliament takes first major step in Netanyahu’s contentious overhaul, deepening divisions 
• Axios: DOJ sues Texas Gov. Abbott over Rio Grande buoy barrier 
• AP News: Biden will establish a national monument honoring Emmett Till, the Black teen lynched in Mississippi
• AP News: A UPS strike could be just around the corner. Here’s what you need to know 
• AP News: New evacuations ordered in Greece as high winds and heat fuel wildfires 

Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Amanda Duberman and Bridget Schwartz

Edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

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