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Critical Data at Risk?, Fake Shooter Alerts & Swift Says Yes - Wednesday, August 27, 2025

The news to know for Wednesday, August 27, 2025!

What to know about what could be the biggest Social Security leak ever—all at the hands of the federal government.

Also, the fake active-shooter warnings that have caused real panic at American universities this week.

Plus: we're talking about a dramatic display of nature that played out over Arizona, how Cracker Barrel changed its logo again, and—could this be America's version of the royal wedding? We'll tell you about Taylor Swift's engagement.

Those stories and even more news to know in about 10 minutes!

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