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Wildfire Smoke, Food Recall, Immigration Officer Vetting Make News

Wildfire smoke blankets portions of the U.S., raising health concerns. A lettuce recall is underway due to links with a cyclosporiasis outbreak. Democrats seek information on immigration officer vetting following an Associated Press report.

07/27/2026 · South Carolina edition

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Parts of the United States experienced reduced air quality Friday as smoke from wildfires drifted across swathes of the country. This smoke presence prompted public health advisories in affected regions.

Separately, Taylor Farms initiated a recall of lettuce products. The company linked the recall to a cyclosporiasis outbreak. Cyclosporiasis is an illness caused by the _Cyclospora cayetanensis_ parasite.

In Washington, Democratic lawmakers expressed concerns regarding the vetting process for immigration officers. Their calls for answers followed an Associated Press report. The report detailed an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent involved in a shooting incident. The agent reportedly had a history of violent behavior and mental health issues.

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