Tuesday, October 1st, 2024 - Israel invasion; GA abortion ban overturned & chemical fire; AI bill vetoed, dye ban approved; VP Debate

Today’s Headlines: Israel has officially launched a ground invasion into Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah's tunnel network along the border. Strikes have reached Beirut, forcing about 1 million people to flee their homes. Meanwhile, the U.S. is sending an additional 2,000–3,000 troops to the region. In a twist, one of the top Hamas commanders killed in Lebanon turned out to be a suspended UNRWA employee, sparking further investigations into the UN agency. In Georgia, a judge just struck down the state’s 6-week abortion ban, and in Rockdale County, people are being evacuated after a chemical plant fire released chlorine into the air. Over in California, Governor Newsom vetoed a first-of-its-kind AI safety bill but approved a law banning certain artificial dyes in school meals. And tonight, get ready for the vice presidential debate between Tim Walz and JD Vance, airing at 9 p.m. Eastern. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: WSJ: Israeli Special Forces Launch Raids Into Lebanon Ahead of Expected Ground Incursion ABC News: Top Hamas commander killed in Lebanon was UNRWA employee placed on administrative leave CBS News: Georgia's six-week abortion ban ruled unconstitutional by Fulton County judge NBC News: Shelter-in-place advisory extended in Georgia county after chlorine detected in air Axios: Newsom vetoes controversial California AI bill NBC News: California governor signs landmark legislation prohibiting six artificial dyes from the food served at public schools CBS News: Tim Walz and JD Vance's 2024 VP debate is tomorrow. Here's what to know Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices