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Ever wanted to work in the White House? The White House (PAID!) Internship Program (WHIP) is your chance to step into the world of public service and leadership. This program offers emerging leaders a unique opportunity to develop valuable skills while contributing to the work of the White House Office and advancing the priorities of the Biden-Harris Administration.

As a WHIP intern, you’ll have the opportunity to work directly with two key components of the Executive Office of the President (EOP): the White House Office (WHO) and the Office of the Vice President (OVP). This means you’ll be at the heart of the action, supporting the vital work of these offices and gaining firsthand experience in government operations.

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5 Things You Should Know this Week 🧠

1. 🗳️ Harris picked Tim Walz to be Veep

   Vice President Kamala Harris chose Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate, as he can secure midwestern states in the election. [AP]

2. 🌊 Tropical Storm Debby’s next move

   Debby brought heavy rain, flooding, and tornadoes to the Georgia and South Carolina coasts. It’s expected to hit South Carolina again over the weekend. [AP]

3. 🥇 US Olympic team wins for U.S. track

   Gabby Thomas won gold in the women’s 200m, and Cole Hocker pulled off a surprise victory in the 1500m. Catch the highlights! [Yahoo Sports]

4. 💰 Disney subscriptions get more expensive

   Disney is raising prices for many of its streaming services, including Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+. The new prices kick in on October 17th. [Engadget]

5. 🩺 EPA bans a risky pesticide

   For the first time in 40 years, the EPA has banned a pesticide called DCPA, citing serious health risks, especially for fetuses. [USA Today]

Quote of the Week(end) & Updates! 🤓

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