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Guinea-Bissau Voters Approve Constitution Expanding Presidential Powers
Voters in Guinea-Bissau approved a new constitution on August 31, 2026, with 70% support to expand presidential authority. The changes reduce seats in the National People’s Assembly of Guinea-Bissau and set new candidacy rules before December elections.
Ricketts, Osborn Clash in First Nebraska Senate Debate
Senator Pete Ricketts and independent Dan Osborn debated Tuesday at the Nebraska State Fair. Osborn admitted receiving secret donor funds while criticizing dark money.
State Department Requires Parent Citizenship Proof for Child Passports
The US State Department proposed draft guidance mandating parents prove citizenship or immigration status to obtain child passports.
OCC, FDIC Define Unsafe Banking Practice for 2026
The OCC and FDIC adopted a final rule on August 31, 2026, defining unsafe practices as conduct risking Deposit Insurance Fund losses. The regulation revises supervisory frameworks and becomes effective on November 2, 2026.
