5 things to know for July 1: Trump megabill, Israel-Gaza, ‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ Idaho shooting, Hurricane data

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Turkish police have detained four cartoonists from the political satire magazine LeMan for publishing a controversial cartoon that depicts a Muslim man and a Jewish man with wings and halos, shaking hands under falling bombs. The cartoon prompted widespread protests in Istanbul, with demonstrators claiming it depicted the Prophet Mohammed and Moses. In response to the backlash, LeMan clarified that it did not intend to portray either figure and issued an apology to readers who felt offended. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding freedom of expression and religious sensitivities in Turkey, where such depictions can provoke significant public outrage.

In the United States, President Donald Trump is pushing for the passage of a sweeping domestic agenda bill, known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” which aims to lower federal taxes and increase funding for the Pentagon and border security. However, the bill has faced criticism for its potential to add approximately $3.3 trillion to the deficit over the next decade, while also downsizing essential safety-net programs like Medicaid and food stamps. Meanwhile, violence in Gaza continues, with an Israeli airstrike resulting in at least 41 fatalities, including many women and children. Additionally, Trump plans to visit a controversial ICE detention center in Florida, which has been criticized for its conditions. In Idaho, two firefighters were tragically killed in a shooting while responding to a fire, and the Department of Defense announced it would stop sharing crucial satellite data for hurricane forecasting, raising concerns among meteorologists as the Atlantic hurricane season approaches.

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(CNN) —Turkish police havedetained four cartoonistsfor drawing a cartoon that was published in the political satire magazine LeMan. The image shows what appears to be a Muslim man and a Jewish man, both with wings and halos, shaking hands as bombs fall below them. Hundreds of protesters took to the streets of Istanbul, claiming the cartoon was a depiction of the Prophet Mohammed and Moses. Some even kicked down the doors of the magazine’s office. Although LeMan said the cartoon did not depict the Islamic prophet, it apologized to readers who may have been offended.

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The Senate spent all day and night in a marathon voting session on President Donald Trump’ssweeping domestic agenda bill. The vote-a-rama, which is still ongoing this morning, has provided an opportunity for Republicans to make adjustments to the package — and for Democrats to put the GOP on notice about certain aspects of the bill that areunpopular with voters. Trump’s so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill” would lower federal taxes and infuse more money into the Pentagon and border security agencies. It would also downsize safety-net programs, like Medicaid and food stamps, and according to the Congressional Budget Office, add nearly $3.3 trillion to the deficit over a decade. President Trump wants to sign the bill by July 4, but it still needs to receive approval in the Senate before passing through the House again.

Monday was another deadly day in Gaza. At least41 people were killed and 75 others injuredwhen an Israeli airstrike hit a seaside cafe in Gaza City.The Al-Baqa cafewas a popular spot for students, journalists and remote workers to hang out because it offered views of the Mediterranean coast and internet access. Dr. Mohammed Abu Salmiya, the director of Al-Shifa hospital, said most of the casualties were women and children. Journalists on the scene said freelance journalist Ismail Abu Hatab was also among the dead. The Israel Defense Forces told CNN that the incident was “under review.”

President Trump plans to fly to Florida todayto visit the siteof the state’s forthcoming ICE detention center. Nicknamed“Alligator Alcatraz,”the temporary camp will soon house 5,000 migrants in tents on a little-used airstrip in the Everglades. Plans to build the facility have been met with fierce criticism from immigrant and environmental advocacy groups, many of whom took part in a protest over the weekend. “It’s just not going to work, especially in the middle of summer, in the Everglades,” said Thomas Kennedy, spokesman for the Florida Immigrant Coalition. “It’s actually quite cruel and inhumane, and I think it’s designed that way.” CNN previously reported that fewer than 10% of migrants booked into ICE custody since October have been convicted of serious crimes like murder, assault, rape or robbery. More than 75% had no conviction other than an immigration or traffic-related offense. Several migrants have also died in ICE custody this year.

The two firefighters who were fatally shot on Sunday while responding to a brush fire in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho,have been identified. Battalion Chief Frank Harwood, 42, worked for the Kootenai County Fire and Rescue for 17 years. Battalion Chief John Morrison, 52, served with the Coeur d’Alene Fire Department for more than 28 years. Dave Tysdal, 47, an engineer with the Coeur d’Alene Fire Department, was also injured in the shooting. He’s currently in critical condition after undergoing two surgeries. Authorities also confirmed the identity of the suspect in the firefighter ambush.Wess Roley, 20, allegedly set a brush fire on Canfield Mountain before opening fire on first responders. Roley had no criminal history and his motive remains unknown. He was found dead at the scene and appears to have shot himself.

The Department of Defense plans tocease sharing satellite datathat is crucial for hurricane forecasting on July 31, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said. The data comes from a tool that examines tropical storms and hurricanes and reveals where the strongest rain bands and winds are likely to be and how they are shifting. The Defense Department’s rationale for cutting off this service reportedly has to do with cybersecurity concerns about the way the data is transmitted to NOAA and NASA. However, the decision has caused an uproar among meteorologists and public officials. The Atlantic hurricane season, which is forecast to be an unusually active one, lasts until November 30.

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— Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren,on finding common ground with billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk about theirshared objectionsto President Trump’s megabill.

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Today’s edition of 5 Things AM was edited and produced by CNN’s Andrew Torgan.

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