Kamala Harris surprised many by choosing Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate, over other contenders like Josh Shapiro and Mark Kelly. Harris felt a personal connection with Walz and trusted her “gut” in the decision. Americans are now getting to know Walz, a politician, teacher, coach, and veteran. Meanwhile, controversies surround YouTube star MrBeast, including allegations involving a former collaborator and unsafe conditions on his reality TV show. The EPA issued its first emergency order in almost 40 years to ban a harmful pesticide that can impact fetuses. Additionally, there is an update on Hamas leadership, with Yahya Sinwar becoming the new political leader after the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh. In sports news, American runners dominated on the track at the Olympics, with notable wins in the women’s 200 meters and the men’s 1500 meters. The U.S. women’s soccer team advanced to the gold medal match, and the men’s basketball team moved on to the semifinals. In other news, primary results showed Rep. Cori Bush losing the Democratic primary in Missouri. Finally, a year after a devastating wildfire, debris removal continues in Lahaina, Hawaii.
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Morning Rundown: Tim Walz reveals Harris as VP choice and EPA prohibits pesticide
