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The impact of Hunter Biden's convictions. [For the best experience, read in browser.]( June 12, 2024 Now that Hunter Biden’s been found guilty on federal gun charges, you might be wondering: [Will his convictions impact the 2024 election](? We’re digging into that below. Then, on the anniversary of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman’s deaths, [I’m revisiting the case that shocked the nation](. Later on, we’ve got the scoop on [whether intermittent fasting is bad for your heart](, and we’re coming to the rescue with [Father’s Day gifts that’ll arrive by Sunday](. Read on...   In the News [Hunter and Joe Biden]( Getty Images The Aftermath On Tuesday, after three hours of deliberations, President Biden’s son was found guilty on all three criminal counts related to his revolver purchase in 2018. In response, the president said he and the first lady will always be there for their son “with our love and support.” But what will it mean for the president’s reelection chances? According to a recent Emerson poll, 64% of voters said Hunter Biden’s trial would not impact their vote, 24% said it makes them less likely to support Biden, and 12% said it makes them more likely to back him. Even a tiny shift in these numbers could tip the scales, so check out what our experts had to say about that and [how the verdict undercuts a major Trump talking point](. [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%2Fwill-hunter-biden-conviction-impact-voters-2024-election%2F   More Stories [Close up of Yahya Sinwar ]( Yahya Sinwar attends a meeting in Gaza City in 2022. (Getty Images) Hamas' military leader said the civilian death toll in Gaza could benefit the group, the Wall Street Journal reports. Yahya Sinwar reportedly told other Hamas leaders: “We have the Israelis right where we want them.” This comes as a United Nations inquiry finds that both Hamas and Israel have committed war crimes, and both are under pressure to accept a UN-approved ceasefire plan. House Democrats are launching a task force to tackle Project 2025, the extremist plan for a second Trump administration. Project 2025 proposes putting key independent agencies under presidential control, and reinterpreting the Constitution. [Here's more.]( North Dakota voters backed a measure that would set an age limit of 81 for the state's representatives in Congress. It'll likely face legal challenges, but it's a telling snapshot of public opinion [considering President Biden is 81 already]( — and Trump's 77. Former Trump adviser Steve Bannon filed an emergency motion last night asking a federal court to let him stay out of prison while he appeals his contempt of Congress conviction. Bannon's currently due to report to prison for four months on July 1. Animal rights activists stuck a picture of Wallace from Wallace and Gromit over King Charles' new portrait yesterday, calling on his majesty to withdraw his support from farms where they say animals are suffering. [(See the updated portrait, here.)](   On This Day [Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman]( Getty Images It's been 30 years since the horrific murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman. That, combined with O.J.’s recent death, had me [reflecting on covering the scandal and subsequent trials](. The Supreme Court's landmark ruling in Loving v. Virginia, which prohibits states from banning interracial marriage, came down 57 years ago today. But since the fall of Roe v. Wade, certain justices have signaled that there's no constitutional basis for guaranteeing this protection — and that it too could be at risk. On what would've been George H.W. Bush's 100th birthday, I've been thinking about [the touching tribute]( his son, George W., gave at his funeral in 2018.   Brain Boost [outline of a brain filled with brightly colored shapes]( Getty Images Everyone wants to keep their noggin in tip-top shape as they get older, which is why we got the scoop on [how to prevent cognitive decline](. Two holistic health experts discuss the findings from a fascinating study about improving cognition — and share the supplement they trust for improving their memory as they age. [READ MORE]( [Sponsored by CocoaVia](   On the Record Team KCM had the privilege of chatting with Axios co-founder Mike Allen yesterday. He shared his wisdom on everything from the state of journalism to his secrets for successful leadership and the importance of smart brevity: "Being respectful is being respectfully blunt, honest, and saying the quiet part out loud. That’s going to be more successful to you in your life and work than trying to sugarcoat things." 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