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Voters respond to Trump's conviction. [For the best experience, read in browser.]( June 3, 2024 We'll start things off this morning with the question on everyone's minds: [Will Donald Trump's conviction impact the 2024 election?]( Then, I spoke with the NYT's Jodi Kantor about [what you need to know about Justice Alito's flag controversy](. Over in mental health, we examine [the extreme way young people are reducing screen time]( and [the case for not giving things 100%](. Let's begin...   In the News [Donald Trump speaks at a news conference with American flags behind him]( Getty Images Temperature Check Now that Donald Trump’s guilty verdict for his hush money trial is in, the question becomes, what impact will it have? We dug into the results of several polls and took one of our own to get a sense of how Americans across the country are reacting to the historic news. Overall, more than half of the country agreed with the New York conviction. KCM’s survey of Wake-Up Call readers reflected a much stronger sentiment in the immediate aftermath — 94.8 percent agreed that the former president should be found guilty on all 34 felony counts. Will the verdict affect the former president’s chances of winning the White House? [Here’s what the polls say.]( [READ MORE]( PASS THIS STORY ALONG: mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20this%20story%20from%20Wake-Up%20Call%21&body=https%3A%2F%2Fkatiecouric.com%2Fnews%2Fpolitics-and-policy%2Ftrump-guilty-verdict-polls%2F   More Stories [Confetti falls in front of Claudia Sheinbaum's face as she gives a speech after the first results released by the election authorities ]( Getty Images Claudia Sheinbaum has been elected as Mexico's first female president, beating rival Xóchitl Gálvez by a landslide. It's been touted as the country's biggest vote ever, with 98 million people registered. Sheinbaum, 61, is also Mexico's first Jewish president. Democratic Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. She warned her Texan constituents that she'll be "occasionally absent" from Congress during treatment, adding “By God’s grace, I will be back at full strength soon.” Hunter Biden’s gun trial begins today and last night, the federal judge overseeing the case blocked one of the defense's expert witnesses, and excluded key evidence. The president's son has pleaded not guilty to buying and owning a gun while abusing drugs. Media mogul Rupert Murdoch, 93, has tied the knot for the fifth time, wedding 67-year-old Elena Zhukova in his Bel Air vineyard. Zhukova is a retired molecular biologist, and the pair have been dating since last summer. Simone Biles dominated the U.S. Gymnastics Championships on Sunday, winning every individual event title and claiming the all-around national title for the ninth time.   A Closer Look [Justice Samuel Alito on a black background]( Getty Images I've been following the NYT's excellent reporting on the provocative flags that were seen on display outside Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's homes, so I sat down with Jodi Kantor, who broke the story. In our illuminating conversation, Jodi explains the covert meanings behind the flags, the ethical issues at play, and what it could all mean for the Supreme Court's Jan. 6 cases. [Check it out right here](. [READ MORE](   Must-Reads [Paper human likeness representing a man with the head of dandelion spores blowing away.]( Something to Sneeze At Are seasonal allergies really doing a number on you this year? Here are the top 20 places in the country with the worst pollen count. [Read More »]( [Illustration of hands reaching for a flip phone]( Flipping Out How far would you go to curb your smartphone fixation? A growing number of young people are taking a drastic approach. [Read More »]( [Illustration of sad woman with eyes surrounding her]( Mindset Change Women of a certain age are the unlucky recipients of a unique mixture of sexism and ageism. One writer reflects on how harmful it is. [Read More »](   Extra Credit [Illustration from aerial view of person knocking over 1 traffic cone in a line of perfectly straight cones]( Getty Images Good enough: Giving something your all is admirable — but is your desire for perfection holding you back? A life coach presents a compelling case for [the benefits of embracing mistakes](. Fantastic features: There's nothing like escaping the heat this summer by spending a day at the cinema, so we're highlighting [the 10 best movies coming out]( this season. Spice it up: In-season corn is almost perfect as-is, but when you add [this unique — and unlikely — combo of spices](, it'll take your cob to the next level.   Superb Surprises [A backpack, a sweater, shoes]( KCM Father's Day isn't just about dads. It's also a chance to celebrate grandpas, uncles, brothers, sons, friends, or anyone who's made a difference in your life. Our list of [the 17 best gifts for men]( features fantastic finds at every price point (and they work equally well for birthdays, anniversaries, or just because). [SHOP HERE](   [Good Taste by Katie Couric Media]( Thanks for reading Wake-Up Call and being part of our community! If you've got questions or comments, drop us a line at info@katiecouric.com. See you tomorrow! [Alternate text] Update your preferences or [unsubscribe]( If you buy something through this email, KCM may earn a commission. Katie Couric Media, 75 Varick St, Ste 12, New York, NY - 10013-1917 Copyright © 2023 Katie Couric Media, All rights reserved.