Democratic socialist scores Florida upset; Trump pauses 50% Canada tariffs

Florida delivered one of primary night’s biggest surprises when progressive Angie Nixon defeated Alex Vindman despite being vastly outspent, giving the Democratic Socialists of America its first major-party nomination for statewide office.

Plus, President Donald Trump has paused new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods for three days while the two countries finalize a trade deal — one that could also bring the Keystone XL pipeline back to life.

And a nearly 9,000-lb SpaceX rocket stage slammed into the moon at roughly 5,400 mph, leaving a new crater that NASA has now captured in before-and-after images.

These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026.