Here are some of Thursday's top headlines, including several arrests by French police ahead of the opening of the Olympic Games, California Gov. Gavin Newsom's executive order instructing local officials to clear thousands of homeless encampments statewide, and the announcement by Southwest Airlines that it is ending its open seating policy. Dana Jacobson, Elise Preston and Kris Van Cleave report.
With a new frontrunner at the top of the Democratic ticket in Vice President Kamala Harris, and the first millennial ever on a presidential ticket in Republican Sen. JD Vance, both campaigns have been making a concerted effort to harness the enthusiasm of young voters, who could potentially swing the election. Jo Ling Kent explains.
It's been 25 years since John F. Kennedy Jr., his wife and sister-in-law were killed in a plane crash. And now, a new book is sharing never-before-told stories and insights from his friends, lovers, teachers, and more. Rosemarie Terenzio, co-author of "JFK Jr.: An Intimate Oral Biography" and former Kennedy chief of staff, joins "America Decides" with more.
What does Vice President Kamala Harris need in a running mate? Robby Mook, campaign manager for Hillary Clinton's 2016 campaign, joins "America Decides" to discuss what goes into vetting a VP candidate.
San Francisco generates 5,000 tons of trash a day, and like many parts of the U.S., the city is blighted by litter. A city program is attempting to address the issue. Mark Strassmann explains.