SUMMARY: Jury deliberations in the bribery trial of Sen. Bob Menendez will resume Monday in New York City. The trial, now in its 10th week, involves allegations that Menendez, 70, engaged in a bribery scheme from 2018 to 2023 to benefit three New Jersey businessmen by acting as an agent for Egypt. Menendez and two businessmen accused of bribing him with gold and cash have pleaded not guilty. Prosecutors highlighted nearly $150,000 in gold bars and over $480,000 in cash seized from Menendez’s home, suggesting these were bribe proceeds. Menendez maintains his actions were part of his senatorial duties and plans to run for reelection as an independent.

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SUMMARY: U.S. stocks and crypto markets saw a short-term boost following the failed assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, as investors showed optimism for a potential second Trump presidency. Analysts like Rob Casey from Signum Global Advisors and Brian Gardner from Stifel believe the incident increases Trump's chances of winning the November election. This perceived electoral certainty has positively influenced market sentiment, though experts like Guillaume Menuet of Citi Global Wealth caution that the impact may be short-lived. Veteran investor David Roche warns that a Trump win could negatively affect markets due to his protectionist policies, impacting U.S. inflation, growth, and trade uncertainties.

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SUMMARY: Argentina clinched its second consecutive Copa America title by defeating Colombia 1-0, despite Lionel Messi sustaining a leg injury in the second half. Lautaro Martínez scored the decisive goal in the 112th minute. The match, delayed by crowd issues, saw Messi leave the game in tears, but he later celebrated with his teammates. Argentina's win marks their third major title following the 2021 Copa America and 2022 World Cup. Colombia's 28-game unbeaten streak ended. The game also featured a standout halftime performance by Shakira, which caused an extended break. James Rodríguez was named the tournament's best player.

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