National: Breaking US Stories from The New York Times

A Parody: If They Debated: Imagining a Bernie Sanders-Donald Trump Showdown
The possibility that Donald J. Trump and Bernie Sanders could meet in a debate got us thinking. Creatively.

‘American Sniper’ Claim on Combat Medals Is Disputed
Chris Kyle, decorated for killing enemy fighters as a member of the Navy SEALs, did not receive as many medals as his book claimed, the website The Intercept reported.

Sanders Gives Preview of Trump Debate
Bernie Sanders, campaigning in California for the Democratic presidential nomination, previewed his possible debate with the Republican Donald J. Trump.

Florida Man Is Arrested in 2014 Murder of Law Professor
The Tallahassee police said Sigfredo Garcia was being held in connection with the killing of Dan Markel, a professor at Florida State University College of Law.

Spending Bill Fails as Republicans Oppose Gay Rights Provision
The House energy and water bill failed after conservatives voted against their own legislation rather than acquiesce to a bipartisan amendment.

Two Tennessee Ministers Are Among 30 Arrested in Prostitution Sting
“Operation Someone Like Me” was the latest sting in the state’s yearlong crackdown on trafficking of minors for sex.

U.S. Commandos Work With Syrian Fighters in Push Toward ISIS Stronghold
Pentagon officials said the Americans were not involved in any combat role, despite photographs that showed commandos assisting fighters during their offensive against the Islamic State.

Louisiana Enacts Hate Crimes Law to Protect a New Group: Police
Some in Louisiana wondered if the new law, which comes at a time of national debate over policing and race, was really necessary.

Donald Trump Has Delegate Majority for Republican Nomination, The A.P. Says
According to The Associated Press, Donald J. Trump now has 1,238 delegates, putting him beyond the 1,237 needed for the nomination.

Boos for Univision Anchor Who Spoke Spanish and Criticized Trump at Graduation
Some attending the ceremony at California State University, Fullerton, yelled at Maria Elena Salinas to “speak English” and “get off the stage.”

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