Trump Honors Dolly Parton as Nation Mourns; Mamdani Goes to War with Tech Giant | 8/26/26 FIRST LOOK
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Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" gives a first look at the stories you need to know to start your day, including President Donald Trump ordering American flags flown at half-staff for one week as the nation mourns country music legend Dolly Parton, who died in Nashville at age 80 after a remarkable career in music, business, and philanthropy; New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani escalating his fight with Amazon through millions of dollars in fines and proposed regulations that the company warns could threaten more than 5,000 delivery jobs; and pickle-flavored snacks, drinks, and even personal-care products exploding in popularity as Gen Z consumers and entrepreneurs drive America's latest food craze; and much more.
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