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Eye Opener: Wildfires in western U.S. force evacuations, destroy homes

First publishedAug 3, 13:04 UTC
Last updatedAug 3, 15:14 UTC · 10m ago
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Fast-moving wildfires in the West consume hundreds of structures and force thousands from their homes. Plus, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinds President Trump's "anti-weaponization fund" as his nomination is on the line.

Reported by 1 outlet — CBS News. See all sources ↓

Fast-moving wildfires in the West consume hundreds of structures and force thousands from their homes. Plus, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinds President Trump's "anti-weaponization fund" as his nomination is on the line. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.

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What's the story?
Fast-moving wildfires in the West consume hundreds of structures and force thousands from their homes. Plus, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinds President Trump's "anti-weaponization fund" as his nomination is on the line.
How widely is it covered?
1 outlet, average source rating 8.0/10.
When was it last updated?
10m ago.
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