Trump Says He’s Picked VP, Stanley Cup Final Tonight, and a Raccoon Heimlich Rescue

Four people were killed and 14 others injured in [a mass shooting]( at the Mad Butcher, a local grocery store in Fordyce, Arkansas, a small town about 65 miles south of Little Rock. ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ [The Flyover] [The Flyover]( [Calendar] MONDAY, JUNE 24, 2024 Good Morning! On this day in 1997, the U.S. Air Force published a report debunking the [1947 Roswell UFO incident](, claiming it was a high-altitude surveillance balloon, not an extraterrestrial spacecraft. Today's Flyover includes news that U.S. athletes are bringing [their own air-conditioning]( with them to the Summer Olympics in Paris because the French won't supply it. As Americans who can't imagine getting through the summer without A/C, we fully support our athletes. Did anything in today's newsletter make you sit up and say to a friend, "Wow. Did you hear about this?" Let us know how we're doing by replying to this e-mail. Today’s edition is brought to you by [SmartAsset.]( Don’t miss their advice on choosing the best advisor for your personal finances. [Take Off] [Article Icon 1] Mass Shooting at Arkansas Store Four people were killed and 14 others were injured in [a mass shooting]( at Mad Butcher, a local grocery store in Fordyce, Arkansas, a small town about 65 miles south of Little Rock. Police say 44-year-old Travis Eugene Posey of New Edinburg opened fire at the store from the parking lot, riddling cars with bullet holes as panicked bystanders ducked and scrambled for cover amid a barrage of gunfire. Posey, who engaged in a shootout with police before being injured and arrested, now faces multiple charges, including four counts of capital murder. Among the [four people killed in the shooting]( was Callie Weems, a 23-year-old nurse who was shot while giving aid to other victims. Two police officers were among the 14 injured. [Article Icon 1]Trump Says He's Decided on His VP Former President Donald Trump told reporters that he’s decided on his running mate for the 2024 presidential election, but "nobody knows" his choice yet. He [hinted that his selected candidate]( would attend the upcoming debate against President Joe Biden in Atlanta this Thursday. Trump senior adviser Brian Hughes stated that the [campaign's top criterion]( for selecting a running mate "is a strong leader who will make a great President for eight years after (Trump’s) next four-year term concludes." Sources familiar with the selection process have indicated that some top contenders include North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, Ohio Senator J.D. Vance, and Florida Senator Marco Rubio. [Article Icon 1]U.S. Olympics Team Tells France to Cool It The U.S. Olympic team will bring their [own air conditioning units]( to Paris, despite French plans to reduce carbon emissions by using cooling pipes and fans to keep temperatures below 80 degrees. This decision undermines the [sustainability initiatives]( championed by Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo, as AC use is uncommon in Europe, with less than 10% of Paris households equipped with units. Nonetheless, the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee [emphasized the necessity]( of air conditioning for athlete performance amid growing worries about extreme heat during the July games. --------------------------------------------------------------- Want an edition of The Flyover that's just for the state of Florida? [Sign up with one click](! 🐊 [Politics] ➤ Teamsters Union President Sean O'Brien is scheduled to speak at next month's Republican National Convention, marking the first time a Teamsters president will take the podium at a GOP convention. ([More]() ➤ Speaking of the GOP convention, the Secret Service has announced security plans for the Milwaukee event. Non-automatic firearms will be allowed around the perimeter, but no guns will be permitted inside the convention center. 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With a tie game, a full count, and the bases loaded, Nationals closer Kyle Finnegan delivered the pitch one second too late, resulting in an automatic ball that brought home the winning run for the Rockies. ([See Video]() ➤ Thomas Heilman, a 17-year-old U.S. swimmer, broke Michael Phelps's 17-18 division 100-meter butterfly record that had stood for two decades. Heilman is now the youngest male swimmer to qualify for the Olympics since Phelps did in 2000. ([More]() ➤ Yesterday's results: [MLB]( | [WNBA]( | [PGA]( | [LPGA](| [NASCAR]( [Finance] ➤ Regulators found flaws in Citigroup, JPMorgan Chase, and Goldman Sachs' plans for unwinding their businesses in the event of a financial emergency, which could impede their ability to manage bankruptcy without taxpayer support. ([More]() ➤ Fashion retailer Forever 21 is asking landlords for up to 30% rent reductions to stabilize its finances amid economic challenges. 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It was returned to Mexico, where it will be displayed in a museum. ([Watch Video]() ➤ A group of campers saved a raccoon choking on a slice of cheese by performing the Heimlich maneuver in a dramatic rescue caught on video. ([Watch Video]() Flying together with our sponsor ➤ Hear like never before. Yes, the [Atom hearing aid]( is comfortable. Yes, it’s almost invisible. Yes, it lasts all day on a single charge. But most importantly, [Audien Atom works.]( [Poll Position] Have you ever had a celebrity encounter? - [Yes]( - [No]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Sunday's Results: Do you like your middle name? - Yes: 78.8% - No: 30.2% [Quote Box]Daily Quote [Quote] “Instead of fleeing the store, she stopped to render aid in one of the most selfless acts I’ve ever seen.” — [Arkansas State Police Director Mike Hagar](, on the death of Callie Weems, a nurse, during the grocery store shooting in Arkansas. 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