EXCLUSIVE: Amir Hassan, a Republican candidate for Michigan's 8th Congressional District, is proposing a sweeping tax break that would eliminate income taxes for first responders, including nurses, teachers, firefighters and police officers who make less than $100,000 a year.Hassan told Fox News Digital in an exclusive interview that his proposal seeks to "reward the job force that protects us," explaining that, "We have to support those who support us in the worst times of our lives.""I'm going to propose legislation to further what President Trump already did," Hassan explained. "No tax on tips. This is just one step further. No tax for nurses, teachers, firefighters and first responders making under $100,000 a year. That's how we reward Americans for being American, trusting in the country and investing in the country."The Republican, a former federal law enforcement officer and U.S. Navy veteran, said he wants to "incentivize the workforce" by rewarding "anybody who serves the tax-paying American people."SCOOP: REPUBLICAN LAUNCHES HOUSE BID IN KEY SWING DISTRICT GOP AIMS TO FLIP IN 2026 MIDTERMS"The idea is to first incentivize people to go into these jobs. Those jobs are the bedrock of any successful community," Hassan said, adding, "It's a thankless jobnurses, teachers, firefighters. However, we should do our part in the government to reward them for their service."TRUMP SUPPORTERS FIND UNLIKELY COMMON GROUND WITH BLUE STATE CONGRESSMAN AT TOWN HALL: 'I LOVE IT'The Flint-native is challenging incumbent Democratic Gov. Kristen McDonald-Rivet next year to represent Michigan in the U.S. House of Representatives.McDonald-Rivet was elected to Michigan's 8th District in 2024, but the congressional district has been held by Democrats for decades, and her Democratic predecessor, former Rep. Dan Kildee, retired last year after more than a decade in office.Although the district, which includes Flint, Saginaw and Midland, has remained a Democratic stronghold in the House, Trump flipped it in the 2024 presidential election, carrying the district for Republicans.It's one of 13 congressional districts where voters split their ballots, choosing Trump for the top of the ticket and a Democrat to represent their congressional district. House Republicans will have their eyes on these 13 districts as the campaign season heats up ahead of competitive midterm elections expected in 2026."This county has been represented by the Democratic Party since the 1970s and has led to nothing but destruction," Hassan told Fox News Digital, calling McDonald-Rivet "nothing new.""She goes along with her party every single time, and it's going to lead to more destruction," Hassan accused.Hassan describes himself as a "son of this district," as multiple family members worked for General Motors, including his father. But under Democratic leadership, Hassan said Genesee County suffered when jobs went overseas and the population dwindled."President Trump has increased the fair trade market, where jobs are now closing overseas and coming back to America, giving jobs back to the Michiganders here. The blue-collar jobs, the people that are ready to work are now having more opportunities because of the agenda of President Trump," Hassan said.Last year, Trump campaigned on restoring Michigan as the capital of the automobile manufacturing industry, and the president has sought to deliver that campaign promise through his tariff strategy. Hassan said he's going to Congress to reinforce that agenda of building and believing in America."The automotive industry has been the foundation of this country and the foundation of this district. But we're going to incentivize other industries to come as well. There's too much destruction in this area. We need more construction," Hassan said, telling Fox News Digital that, "We want to incentivize them to build in America and reestablish what we already know the Democratic Party has destroyed."When reached for comment regarding Hassan's criticism, McDonald-Rivet's campaign connected Fox News Digital with former Michigan state senator, Jim Ananich, who said, "People who have actually been in mid-Michigan over the past few years know Kristen McDonald Rivet delivered the largest tax cut for working families in the state's history.""They also know they have a Congresswoman with a proven track record of working with both parties to make life better for working families, including lowering costs, strengthening our border, and standing up against EV mandates," he added.

Progressive leaders at the "Fighting for Our Future" event at the Voters of Tomorrow Summit in Washington, D.C., urged President Donald Trump to release all files pertaining to convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein."Biden should have released it," former Democratic National Committee (DNC) vice chair and progressive firebrand, David Hogg, told Fox News Digital. "Trump absolutely should, but he won't because he's on the god d--n list."After years of Republicans leading the push for government transparency on the notoriously well-connected sex offender who died in jail in 2019, Democrats are now leading the charge to release the so-called "Epstein files.""No one, including his own party, cares what that pipsqueak has to say, and most of the country would rather hear nails on a chalkboard than the Gen Z nonsense he pushes for attention," White House Principal Deputy Press Secretary, Harrison Fields, quickly fired back at Hogg's comments in a statement to Fox News Digital.'LOUDER BY THE HOUR': SENATE GOP WANTS THE EPSTEIN DRAMA TO END, BUT DEMOCRATS AREN'T LETTING IT GO"This is a guy that ran for president talking about, caring about, law and order, and yet he is hiding the Epstein files in one of the greatest criminal cover-ups in American history," DNC vice chair, Malcolm Kenyatta, told Fox News Digital at the DC summit.Seizing on the Republicans' demand for transparency on Epstein during former President Joe Biden's administration, Trump campaigned in 2024 on releasing the "Epstein files" and his allegedly incriminating "client list."'NOT GOING AWAY': INSIDE THE EPSTEIN DRAMA THAT'S THROWN HOUSE GOP INTO CHAOSBut Trump's Department of Justice (DOJ) and the FBI released a memo this month concluding that Epstein died by suicide in his cell, there is no "client list," and the supposed "Epstein files" are thousands of illegal child sex abuse material and other pornography subject to court-ordered sealing.California Democrat Rep. Ro Khanna is one of several Democrats leading the Epstein transparency charge. He tied a procedural vote on releasing all Epstein files to an unrelated crypto bill earlier this month."I didn't expect it to be partisan," Khanna told Fox News Digital. "I thought we'd get the full vote of the House. The point was not to embarrass the president, but then [House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La.] shuts down the entire Congress. You've got to wonder, why are they doing that? They're making it a bigger and bigger issue."Khanna and Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., one of few remaining congressional Republicans willing to thwart Trump's agenda, introduced the bipartisanEpstein Files Transparency Act(EFTA), which wouldforce the House to vote on the complete release of the government's files related to Jeffrey Epstein.While Johnson has reiterated that "all credible evidence should come out" regarding Epstein and criticized Democrats who he said are politicizing the issue, he sent Congress home early for the August recess before the House could vote on the bipartisan resolution.The Silicon Valley representative said he would "like nothing more than to get past this, for the president to release all the files, and let's build trust and move on."Khana said the victims' names should be redacted and "they shouldn't be sending out any salacious child pornography or anything explicit, obviously."But he urged the Trump administration to release "everything else" so the American people know "who was implicated, what business leaders, what political leaders, foreign leaders [and] get the facts out there."Fox News Digital reached out to the White House for comment but did not immediately receive a response.

In today's fast-paced world, many Americans turn to multivitamins as a quick fix for their nutritional needs.But health experts say relying solely on supplements may not be the most effective approach.Fox News Digital spoke with two medical professionals who shared their top food-based swaps for common multivitamin ingredients.AMERICA'S 'CAST IRON COWBOY' REVEALS WHY TRADITIONAL SKILLETS REMAIN THE ULTIMATE COOKING TOOLBelow are five doctor-approved foods that can help naturally replace or reduce your reliance on multivitamins.Some of these may be surprising.Dr. William Li physician, scientist and author noted that spinach is packed with necessary nutrients, including vitamins A, C, B1 (thiamine) and B2 (riboflavin).He told Fox News Digital the leafy greens also contain vitamins B3 (niacin), B6, B9 (folate) and E.'FOOD IS MEDICINE' MOVEMENT MAY BE KEY TO REVERSING HEALTH DECLINE: HERE'S WHAT TO EAT"Spinach can help lower blood pressure, which is important for cardiovascular health and stroke prevention," he said.Papaya is an excellent source of vitamins A and C, said Li, author of the 2019 book "Eat to Beat Disease."THIS JUICY SUMMER FRUIT HELPS BEAT THE HEAT WHILE BOOSTING HEART AND BRAIN, EXPERTS SAYThe tropical fruit also provides B5, B9 (folate) and E vitamins, supporting hormone, cellular and immune health, respectively."Papaya can help lower inflammation and improve immunity, as well as aid in digestion," Li said.Lentils are full of B vitamins, Li said, including B1 (thiamine), B2, B3, B5, B6 and B9.The legumes can "improve metabolism, lower bad LDL cholesterol and lower inflammation," Li noted.IS TEQUILA GOOD FOR YOU? EXPERT REVEALS WHAT MAKES IT A 'REASONABLE CHOICE' FOR DRINKERSDr. David Kahana, based in California, also recommended lentils, he told Fox News Digital. He suggested black beans or chickpeas as alternatives.These are "great for plant-based protein, B vitamins and gut health," the gastroenterologist said.Adding blueberries, raspberries, strawberries or whatever berry you prefer to your daily diet can be a game-changer, Kahana said.MONEY-SAVING STORAGE KEEPS YOUR BERRIES FRESHER FOR LONGER, EXPERT SAYSAll berries contain "powerful antioxidants" that help fight inflammation and support heart health, he said.Kahana recommended fatty fish, such as salmon and sardines, to cover daily nutritional bases.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTERThese fish are "packed with omega-3s for brain and heart health," he said.There's nothing wrong with a multivitamin but Li said consuming whole foods is "always the best way" to get in your basic vitamins."This is because the foods supply not only the vitamins, but also an array of other useful macro- and micronutrients," he said.For more Lifestyle articles, visit foxnews.com/lifestyleIn his clinical work, Kahana emphasized that he always starts "with food first.""Then, [I] use supplements strategically when diet aloneisn't enough," Kahana said."But I'm not anti-supplement," he added."For people with restrictive diets, absorption issues or specific medical conditions, supplements can fill in gaps.""The goal is balance: Eat a nutrient-dense diet daily and use supplements where they truly make sense."

A longtime ally of former President Joe Biden is appearing before House investigators on Thursday, the eighth ex-White House aide to be summoned for Oversight Committee Chair James Comer's probe.Michael Donilon served as senior advisor to the president for the entirety of Biden's four-year term.He's now expected to sit down with House Oversight Committee staff for a closed-door transcribed interview that could last several hours.Comer, R-Ky., is investigating whether Biden's top White House aides concealed signs of mental decline in the then-president, and if that meant executive actions were signed via autopen without his knowledge.COMER DISMISSES BIDEN DOCTOR'S BID FOR PAUSE IN COVER-UP PROBE: 'THROWING OUT EVERY EXCUSE'Donilon will likely be of key interest to investigators, considering his decades-long working relationship with the former president.He first began working for Biden in 1981 as a strategist, pollster, and media advisor, according to a biography by the Harvard University Institute of Politics, where he was a Spring 2025 fellow.Biden was serving as a senator from Delaware at the time.He also served as chief strategist on Biden's 2020 and 2024 campaigns before Biden dropped his re-election bid in July 2024.The loyal former aide accused the Democratic Party of melting down earlier this year after top left-wing leaders forced Biden out of the 2024 presidential race over his disastrous debate against current President Donald Trump."Lots of people have terrible debates. Usually the party doesn't lose its mind, but that's what happened here. It melted down," he said at a Harvard event in February.It comes after another close former aide, ex-counselor to the president Steve Ricchetti, appeared before investigators for his own transcribed interview on Wednesday.Like Ricchetti, Donilon is appearing on voluntary terms the fifth ex-Biden aide to do so.Three of the previous six Biden administration officials who appeared before the House Oversight Committee did so under subpoena. Ex-White House physician Kevin O'Connor, as well as former advisors Annie Tomasini and Anthony Bernal, all pleaded the Fifth Amendment during their compulsory sit-downs.FAR-LEFT FIREBRAND SAYS SHE 'NEVER HAD A CONCERN' ABOUT BIDEN'S MENTAL STATE AS HOUSE PROBE HEATS UPBut the four voluntary transcribed interviews that have occurred so far have lasted more than five hours, as staff for both Democrats and Republicans take turns in rounds of questioning."You were reportedly responsible for erecting a wall between the former president and senators to shield Biden from bad information. Recently, during an event at Harvard University, you displayed your willingness to speak about the former presidents cognition but you reportedly denounced claims that the presidents acuity and judgment declined,'" Comer wrote in a June letter to Donilon asking him to appear."The scope of your responsibilitiesboth official and otherwiseand personal interactions within the Oval Office cannot go without investigation. If White House staff carried out a strategy lasting months or even years to hide the chief executives conditionor to perform his dutiesCongress may need to consider a legislative response."

The gunman who opened fire at a Reno casino on Monday fired 80 shots during a deadly rampage that left three people dead and several others injured, authorities said Tuesday, though the shooters motive remains unclear.The suspect, identified as Dakota Hawver, 26, of Reno, is in critical condition after being shot by police during a gunfight outside the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, according to the Sparks Police Department, which is leading the investigation.Investigators have found no connection between Hawver and the Grand Sierra Resort or any of the victims, and his motive remains unknown, according to the department.Hawver walked on foot to the valet area of the casino just before 7:30 a.m. and opened fire on a group of victims using a 9mm handgun and multiple magazines, officials said.NYPD CHIEF DESCRIBES CRIME SCENE MAYHEM AS GUNMAN KILLED FOUR IN MANHATTAN SKYSCRAPER SHOOTINGInvestigators determined Hawver legally purchased the gun about two years ago and purchased the ammunition recently. He has no criminal history and no history of mental health problems, officials said.Two of the victims Justin Aguila, 23, and Andrew Canepa, 33 were fatally shot from behind while waiting in the valet area for a ride to the airport, police said. Both men were in town from Southern California for a bachelor party with friends.A third victim, 66-year-old Reno resident Angel Martinez, was driving his car through the parking lot away from the casino when the suspect jumped out from behind another vehicle and shot Martinez several times, killing him, police said.Two other victims wounded in the shooting remained hospitalized but were expected to make a full recovery, police said.ARKANSAS MAN CHARGED WITH CAPITAL MURDER AFTER KILLING PARENTS IN FRONT OF DAUGHTERS AT DEVIL'S DEN STATE PARKWhen the shooting began, the suspects gun initially malfunctioned before he was able to get it to shoot multiple times on the group outside the casino, police said Monday. He then ran through the parking lot, where he encountered an armed security guard.The gunman shot at the guard, who returned fire, before continuing to run, police said. The suspect eventually encountered responding police officers and was shot in an exchange of gunfire.Authorities said the investigation is ongoing.

A federal appeals court on Thursday will hear arguments over the legality of PresidentDonald Trump's sweeping tariff plan, a high-stakes court fight that comes just hours before Trump's import duties and so-called "reciprocal" tariffs are slated to take force.At issue before the Washington-based Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit is Trumps attempt to use the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) a 1977 emergency law to enact the steep import fees, and impose additional tariffs on certain trading partners.Thursday's hearing comes less than 24 hours before Trump's tariffs are slated to take force. Both sides have signaled they plan to appeal the ruling to the Supreme Court, if necessary.On April 2, Trump announced a 10% baseline tariff on all countries, along with higher, reciprocal tariffs targeting select nations including China. He said the measures would address trade imbalances, reduce deficits with key trading partners and boost domestic manufacturing and production.TARIFF FIGHT ESCALATES AS TRUMP APPEALS SECOND COURT LOSSHowever, whether emergency tariffs are the appropriate vehicle to accomplish this is an open question and one central to Thursday's oral arguments before the appeals court.Plaintiffs in V.O.S. Selections Inc. v. Trump will argue on Thursday that the looming tariffs have already introduced confusion and volatility into markets, threatening the bottom lines of small U.S. businesses and making it extremely difficult for owners to operate under shifting guidance that seems to change on a whim.Small businesses in the U.S. have been hit with months of "complete uncertainty," Jeffrey Schwab, senior counsel and director of litigation of the Liberty Justice Center, one of the groups representing small businesses in court, said in an interview Wednesday."That's largely due to the fact that the president asserts the power to impose tariffs on any country he wants, for any reason and at any rate he wants, at any time he wants," Schwab said."So there's no certainty on what the rate is going to be from one week to the next, and that's very difficult to do business with, when things are constantly changing."Judges on a three-judge panel for the U.S. Court of International Trade voted unanimously to block Trump's tariffs from taking force earlier this year, ruling that, as commander in chief, Trump does not have "unbounded authority" to impose tariffs under the emergency law.That ruling was later paused by the appeals court in Washington, D.C., which agreed to consider the administration's request for relief.Ahead of Thursday's oral arguments, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi vowed they would continue to defend the president's trade agenda in court."This morning, [Justice Department] attorneys are going to court to defend President Trumps tariffs which are transforming the global economy, protecting our national security, and addressing the consequences of our exploding trade deficit," she said. "We will continue to defend the president."TRUMP TARIFF PLAN FACES UNCERTAIN FUTURE AS COURT BATTLES INTENSIFYOthers argue that the tariffs are more a negotiating tool designed to bring trading partners to the table to negotiate new deals.JUDGES V TRUMP: HERE ARE THE KEY COURT BATTLES HALTING THE WHITE HOUSE AGENDADespite trade adviser Peter Navarro's pledge to strike "90 trade agreements in 90 days," and Trump's assertion to Time magazine that they had struck "over 200 deals" this year, the Trump administration has in fact inked just eight such agreements over the last 120 days.The agreements announced by the U.S. include deals with the European Union's 27-member bloc, the United Kingdom, South Korea, Japan and others.The U.S. and China, which threatened each other with escalating reciprocal tariffs that climbed as high as 145%, agreed at a meeting in Geneva in May to lower tariffs through at least mid-August. Talks for a longer-term deal are ongoing.Some Trump supporters have argued the tariffs are merely a negotiating tactic to get foreign governments to the table though the administration has repeatedly vowed to use "all tools" at their disposal to advanceThey argued in a court filing that the IEEPA is the law that Congress passed in 1977 to allow the president to respond to "unusual and extraordinary threats" and in cases where a national emergency has already been declared.However, plaintiffs argue that Trumps use of IEEPA to address the trade deficit is unlawful, pointing out that, by the administrations own admission, the deficit has persisted for nearly 50 years, undermining the claim of an "unusual and extraordinary" emergency.The Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit will likely move on the case quickly, with a decision expected in August. No matter the outcome, both sides have vowed to take the fight to the Supreme Court, if necessary.In the interim, economists noted there could be real harm the longer the court process takes.Schwab, the lawyer helping represent plaintiffs in court Thursday, said small business owners could see "potentially irreparable harm" as a result of court inaction. Already, he said Wednesday, his clients are reporting real harm."Some of the harm has already taken place," Schwab said in an earlier interview. "And the longer it goes on, the worse it is."

A pro wrestling legend saluted actress Sydney Sweeney on social media amid backlash against her American Eagle advertisement, which has drawn a smorgasbord of wild opinions.WWE Hall of Famer Sgt. Slaughter appeared to be in Sweeneys corner as the furor ramped up online.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"Attention (Sydney Sweeney), YOU GO GIRL," he wrote in a post on X on Wednesday. "& Thats An Order!!"Slaughter, whose real name is Robert Remus, performed for several pro wrestling promotions, including the WWE from 1972 to 2014. Hes made sporadic appearances since 2014, including Fridays appearance during a tribute to Hulk Hogan. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2004.Sweeney was thrust into a firestorm over the American Eagle commercial. The campaign was titled, "Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans."WWE STAR ALEXA BLISS DISHES ON POTENTIAL PROGRAM WITH WYATT SICKS: 'YOU NEVER KNOW'In a promo video posted to the brand'sInstagram, the 27-year-old "Euphoria" star walked toward an AE billboard featuring her and the tagline "Sydney Sweeney Has Great Genes." Sweeney crossed out "Genes" and replaced it with "Jeans" before walking away.However, the cancel culture crowd attempted its latest takedown as thinkpieces and social media rants claimed that the term "great genes" was used to "celebrate thinness and attractiveness." Others claimed the ad was akin to "Nazi propaganda."C.J. Pearson came to Sweeneys defense in a column published on Fox News Digital. He wrote that detractors were upset because they "dont want to admit the truth.""Theyre mad because shes young, hot, White, and blonde. And they're mad that corporations are finally waking up to the truth: that the American people are done with woke!" he wrote.American Eagles share price rose to over $12-a-share earlier this week amid the controversy but fell back under $12 as the drama died down.Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

Israel-supporting British commentator Douglas Murray said New York mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani should "stay out" of foreign policy, as should London Mayor Sadiq Khan."Khan decides to make statements about the international stage. Funnily enough, the job of Mayor of London does not include having a foreign policy summit," Murray told Fox News Digital on the sidelines of the Israel on Campus Coalition (ICC)."Sadiq Khan does not realize what he does when he's just being silly. Mamdani seems to have the same idea, which is that the mayor of New York should get involved in foreign policy, which they shouldn't," he went on."Thats a big mistake."Both Khan and Mamdani have lambasted Israels offensive campaign in Gaza. Mamdani earlier this month told a group of business leaders he would no longer use the phrase "globalize the intifada," after repeatedly declining to walk back his past use of the term. The phrase encourages expanding Palestinian uprisings against Israel.DEMOCRATIC LAWMAKER 'NO LONGER ON SPEAKING TERMS' WITH SOME FAMILY OVER ISRAEL SUPPORTMurray claimed Khan "isn't a progressive, just a sort of opportunist and heartless bad man."President Donald Trump reignited his feud with Khan during a visit to Scotland over the weekend, calling him a "nasty person" who has done a "terrible job.""The international community including our own government must do far more to pressure the Israeli government to stop this horrific, senseless killing and let vital life-saving aid in. Nothing justifies the actions of the Israeli government," Khan said in a statement urging his government to recognize a Palestinian state."The U.K. must immediately recognise Palestinian statehood. There can be no two-state solution if there is no viable state left to call Palestine."Murray characterized Mamdani as an "opportunistic politician" who "would like to get into power by promising New Yorkers things that he cannot bring and failing to address things that New Yorkers need.""His position as a so-called Democratic socialist, would make sure that New York, which has been suffering for some many years now with a brain drain, talent drain, money train, money drain would simply go down even further."During a June debate prior to Mamdanis win in the Democratic primary, mayoral candidates were asked where they would visit. A number of them said Israel before Mamdani said he would stay in New York."I would stay in New York City. My plans are to address New Yorkers across the five boroughs and focus on that."Mamdani has proposed ideas like free buses, free childcare and government-run food markets. When asked if he believes Israel has a right to exist as a Jewish state, he said, "I believe Israel has a right to exist."When pressed on the "as a Jewish state" point, he said, "As a state with equal rights."Murrays criticisms also extended to British Prime Minister Kier Starmer, who recently said the United Kingdom would recognize a Palestinian state in September if there wasnt any progress on a ceasefire in Gaza.Starmers announcement followed French President Emmanuel Macron making the same announcement.Khan had urged Starmer to recognize a Palestinian state immediately, arguing the U.K. government"must do far more to pressure the Israeli government to stop this horrific senseless killing.""A Palestinian state is not going to emerge because the prime minister of Britain or the president of France has called for it," said Murray. "It's purely to make a political signal to the domestic population, and I think, part of the immigrant population in these countries to show we're on the side of the Palestinians, not on Israels side, because it's a very cynical, cynical move. It does absolutely nothing to bring peace to the Middle East."Amid a slew of reports of starvation among the Gazan population, Murray and the 700-some students gathered at the summit are undeterred in their support for Israel. Murray claimed it was Hamas, not Israel, who was the architect of mass hunger.NEW YORKERS SKEPTICAL AFTER ZOHRAN MAMDANI DISTANCES HIMSELF FROM PHRASE GLOBALIZE THE INTIFADA"People have to understand that the Hamas narrative is not just, let's kill Israelis for our benefit. The Hamas narrative is let's make sure that the Gazans starve and suffer also for their own benefit," Murray said. "This is a very counter-intuitive narrative for a lot of people to understand. But Hamas does not mind Palestinian deaths. In fact, it wants it because [Hamas] believes it can use a narrative to go against Israel, go against America."The Washington, D.C., summit comes as Israel-supporting students feel a renewed sense of vindication with the Trump administration cracking down on pro-Gaza protests that they say veered into antisemitic territory.The State Department has revoked the visas of students they believe to be engaging in "pro-Hamas" conduct and the Trump administration has yanked federal funding from universities it believes have not sufficiently addressed antisemitic conduct at such protests.At the same time, the nation has faced a rise in antisemitic acts and political violence. Two months ago, a pair of Israel Embassy staffers were shot and killed in Washington, D.C., while attending an event at the Capital Jewish Museum.The summit, in turn, had heightened security protocols and a police presence guarding outside."We're not going to be intimidated by violent actors. We're not going to be intimidated by these misguided protesters," said ICC CEO Jacob Baime in an interview with Fox News Digital.He said that pro-Gaza protests were "highly professionalized, highly organized, coordinated, well-funded operations," and ICC sought to bring Jewish students together to "match that level of organizing, the level of sophistication."

President Donald Trump will sign an executive order on Thursday reestablishing the Presidents Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition and the Presidential Fitness Test, a White House official confirmed to Fox News."President Trump wants to ensure Americas future generations are strong, healthy, and successful," White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said in a statement. "President Trump wants every young American to have the opportunity to emphasize healthy, active lifestyles creating a culture of strength and excellence for years to come."CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMSeveral pro sports figures are set to be in attendance, including Bryson DeChambeau, Harrison Butker, Annika Sorenstam, Paul "Triple H" Levesque, Lawrence Taylor and Cody Campbell. Dr. Stephen Soloway is also attending the event.DeChambeau will serve as the chair of the council.With the signing of the executive order, Trump is set to address the "widespread epidemic of declining health and physical fitness with a time-tested approach celebrating the exceptionalism of Americas sports and fitness traditions."The executive order will direct the council to create "school-based programs that reward excellence in physical education and develop criteria for a Presidential Fitness Award." The council to partner with pro athletes, sports organizations and other athletic figures for support.TRUMP FEARS LOOM OVER COMMANDERS EXECS OVER REDSKINS NICKNAME PRESSURE AS STADIUM VOTE NEARS: REPORTTrump is expected to sign the executive order later Thursday.President Dwight D. Eisenhower created the Presidents Council on Youth Fitness in 1956, and President Lyndon B. Johnson established the Presidential Physical Fitness Award in 1966. President Barack Obama retired the Presidential Fitness Test, and the council under his presidency established the Presidential Youth Fitness Program.Trump has been a major figure in the sports world since his presidential campaign for his second term kicked off. He was seen at several college football and NFL games as well as UFC events.Hes also recently put pressure on the Washington Commanders and Cleveland Guardians to revert to their former team nicknames, the Redskins and Indians respectively.Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

Lithuanian Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas resigned on Thursday following protests in the countrys capital over investigations into his alleged business dealings."Gintautas Paluckas called me this morning and informed me of his resignation," Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausda told reporters, according to Lithuanian National Radio and Television (LRT). Nausda also said Paluckas made the right choice and welcomed the decision.Nausda recently gave Paluckas two weeks to decide whether or not to stay in his position.ARMY IDENTIFIES FINAL 4TH AMERICAN SOLDIER THAT DIED IN LITHUANIAN SWAMP"The president has asked the prime minister to either give a reasoned answer to the questions raised by the public in the next two weeks, or to consider seriously his further options as prime minister," presidential adviser Frederikas Jansonas told reporters on July 24, according to LRT.The prime ministers resignation also comes after a smaller party threatened to exit the countrys ruling coalition unless Paluckas stepped down from his position.After media outlets began publishing investigations into Paluckas business and financial dealings, Lithuanias anti-corruption and law enforcement agencies launched probes of their own, according to the Associated Press. One of the cases against him is more than a decade old.LITHUANIAN FM WARNS RUSSIA CAN DO 'SO MUCH DAMAGE TO ITS NEIGHBORS'In 2012, Paluckas was convicted of mishandling the bidding process for rat extermination in Vilnius, where he was serving as the director of the citys municipality administration, the Associated Press reported. However, it has been revealed that he did not pay a chunk of the nearly $20,000 fine.A more recent scandal involved a 200,000 ($228,777) subsidized loan that Garnis, a company Paluckas co-founded, received after Paluckas was already serving as prime minister, according to LRT. The outlet added that Lithuanias Chief Official Ethics Commission is investigating the loan.Garnis was also linked to a more recent scandal involving the prime minister in which Dankora Paluckas sister-in-laws company received EU funding and used it to purchase goods from Garnis. However, according to LRT, public outcry pushed Dankora to return the funds.Paluckas denies any wrongdoing and claims the criticism is part of a "coordinated attack" by his political opponents, according to the Associated Press.The prime ministers resignation puts Lithuania in a precarious position, as it comes just before Russia and Belarus hold joint military exercises. Paluckas whole cabinet is expected to resign as well, possibly leaving the Baltic country without a functioning government just weeks ahead of the Russian-Belarusian exercises, according to the Associated Press. However, this may not impact Lithuanias foreign policy, as Nausda, who represents the country on a global scale, has been an ardent supporter of Ukraine during its years-long war with Russia.