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Chicago mayor slams Trump over possible crime crackdown: ‘Uncalled for’
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson (D) slammed President Trump over possibly sending the national guard to Chicago after his D.C. crime crackdown, calling the president’s plans to target the Windy City “offensive.” “Certainly, we have grave concerns about the impact of any unlawful deployment of National Guard troops to … Chicago mayor slams Trump over possible crime crackdown: ‘Uncalled for’Read more
Will Serena Williams’s weight-loss admission help shed stigma of anti-obesity drugs?
Could her comments instil a new sense of confidence in those using the drugs and quieten the critics?
Why has Gavin Newsom gone ‘dark woke’? The BBC explains
The California governor is using President Trump’s notable social media playbook and turning it on Republicans.
Hegseth fires Defense Intelligence Agency chief, other senior Pentagon officials
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has fired the head of the U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), which issued an assessment on U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, as well as other senior military officials. Lt. Gen. Jeffrey Kruse will no longer serve as head of the DIA, a senior … Hegseth fires Defense Intelligence Agency chief, other senior Pentagon officialsRead more
National Guard mobilizing in 19 states amid immigration, crime crackdown
Up to 1,700 National Guardsmen are set to mobilize in 19 states in the coming weeks to assist the Department of Homeland Security with President Trump’s nationwide crackdown on illegal immigration and crime, Pentagon officials confirmed to FOX News. Documents obtained by FOX News show planning for activations … National Guard mobilizing in 19 states amid immigration, crime crackdownRead more
10 key takeaways from DOJ’s release of Ghislaine Maxwell’s Epstein interviews
Hours of interviews between Jeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell and a federal prosecutor were released by the Department of Justice on Friday afternoon. During the recorded sessions in which the convicted sex offender, who was found guilty for her role in Epstein’s crimes, was granted immunity, she made … 10 key takeaways from DOJ’s release of Ghislaine Maxwell’s Epstein interviewsRead more
CDC’s plummeting morale
96 <!– Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care <!– The Big Story CDC’s plummeting morale It’s been a difficult time for public health professionals working for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). © AP On Aug. 8, a … CDC’s plummeting morale Read more
Judge rules against Alligator Alcatraz
96 <!– {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment <!– The Big Story Florida judge orders Alligator Alcatraz dismantled A federal judge in Florida ordered late Thursday that some of Alligator Alcatraz be shut down and barred the Sunshine State from bringing in more migrants to the … Judge rules against Alligator AlcatrazRead more
Vance says Bolton FBI raid was not retribution
Vice President Vance said the Friday raid on former national security adviser John Bolton’s residence was not retribution for his political commentary critiquing the Trump administration. “We’re in the very early stages of an ongoing investigation into John Bolton. I will say we’re going to let that investigation … Vance says Bolton FBI raid was not retributionRead more
US health department moves to strip thousands of employees of collective bargaining rights
Union decries effort as illegal as department confirms it is ending its recognition of unions for some employees The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has moved to strip thousands of federal health agency employees of their collective bargaining rights, according to a union that called … US health department moves to strip thousands of employees of collective bargaining rightsRead more
Five dead after tour bus crashes on New York highway
Police say most of the victims are tourists from India, China and the Philippines.
Chicago mayor calls Trump’s National Guard deployment plan ‘uncoordinated, uncalled-for and unsound’
Mayor Brandon Johnson blasted President Donald Trump over what he described as “threats” to deploy the National Guard in Chicago to crack down on crime. Johnson’s comments came hours after the president on Friday said Chicago would be the next city to see federal intervention after the mission … Chicago mayor calls Trump’s National Guard deployment plan ‘uncoordinated, uncalled-for and unsound’Read more
TikTok posts – As police clear DC homeless encampments, AI videos distort reality
TikTok videos show police clearing out homeless encampments in Washington, D.C.
Pennsylvania rejects DOJ request for voter rolls with personal data
Pennsylvania’s top election officer rebuffed an attempt from the Trump administration this week to obtain sensitive personal information, including driver’s license and Social Security numbers, for all state voters. “This request and reported efforts to collect broad data on millions of Americans represent a concerning attempt to expand … Pennsylvania rejects DOJ request for voter rolls with personal dataRead more
Trump says Intel has agreed to US stake
96 <!– {beacon} Technology Technology <!– The Big Story Trump says Intel has agreed to US stake President Trump said Friday that Intel has agreed to give the U.S. government a 10 percent stake in the company. © Chiang Ying-ying, Associated Press “They’ve agreed to do it, … Trump says Intel has agreed to US stakeRead more
Powell opens door to rate cut at Jackson Hole
96 <!– sup, sub { font-size: 100% !important; } sup { mso-text-raise:10% } sub { mso-text-raise:-10% } Welcome to The Hill’s Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy <!– The Big Story Powell tees up rate cut, but warns of inflation risks Federal … Powell opens door to rate cut at Jackson HoleRead more
Hegseth fires top US general after Iran assessment that angered Trump
Jeffrey Kruse ousted as head of DIA, which said US strikes had set back Tehran nuclear program only a few months The US defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, has fired a general whose agency’s initial intelligence assessment of damage to Iranian nuclear sites from US strikes angered Donald Trump, … Hegseth fires top US general after Iran assessment that angered TrumpRead more
Ghislaine Maxwell transcripts: what we know at a glance
US justice department released transcripts of interview with Jeffrey Epstein associate – here’s what we have learned The US Department of Justice has released the transcripts and audio recording of an interview conducted by Todd Blanche, the deputy attorney general, with the convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell. The … Ghislaine Maxwell transcripts: what we know at a glanceRead more
Trump says Intel has agreed to give US government a 10% stake
Unprecedented deal comes after president demanded CEO Lip-Bu Tan to resign over his ties to Chinese firms The US government has taken an unprecedented 10% stake in Intel under a deal with the struggling chipmaker and is planning more such moves, according to Donald Trump and commerce secretary … Trump says Intel has agreed to give US government a 10% stakeRead more
Royal Mail and DHL halt some US deliveries over tariffs
Services including Royal Mail and DHL say they are suspending deliveries until they have proper systems in place.
Lyle Menendez faces US parole hearing after brother Erik’s release denied
It is the older Menendez’s turn to make his request for freedom after the brothers spent decades in prison for killing their parents in 1989.
Fed chair Powell boosts expectation of US rate cut
Jerome Powell appeared to back a cut to borrowing rates and played down long term inflation risks in his annual speech at Jackson Hole.
White House announces chipmaker Intel to give US government 10% stake
President Trump earlier said the company’s CEO agreed to the deal in a recent meeting at the White House.
National Guard in Washington DC to be armed amid crime crackdown
Donald Trump has suggested he could extend the mission and declare a national emergency.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia released from jail and will return to Maryland home
The El Salvadoran was mistakenly deported by the Trump administration but was brought back to face human smuggling charges.
Noem torches ‘activist liberal judges’ after Abrego Garcia’s release from jail: ‘New low’
Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s release from custody is making waves on social media amid Immigration and Customs Enforcement being told they are not allowed to arrest him due to an order from a federal judge in Maryland. “Activist liberal judges have attempted to obstruct our law enforcement every step … Noem torches ‘activist liberal judges’ after Abrego Garcia’s release from jail: ‘New low’Read more
Fox News Politics Newsletter: Maxwell denies Trump misconduct, DOJ docs reveal
Welcome to the Fox News Politics newsletter, with the latest updates on the Trump administration, Capitol Hill and more Fox News politics content. Here’s what’s happening… -Republicans rally around GOP senator after ousted Dem jumps into high-profile Ohio race -Top Trump agency slashes billions in government waste with … Fox News Politics Newsletter: Maxwell denies Trump misconduct, DOJ docs revealRead more
Company looks to deploy drones to combat school shootings
The Campus Guardian Angel is looking to deploy drones to combat school shootings, running test trials in Florida. Campus Guardian Angel CEO Justin Marston told The Hill the system puts drones in boxes at different points around a school, triggered by an emergency silent alarm and moving … Company looks to deploy drones to combat school shootingsRead more
Hegseth terminates Defense Intelligence Agency head, Lt. Gen. Jeffrey Kruse
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth terminated the director of the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), according to two sources familiar with the matter. A senior defense official, speaking on the condition of anonymity, told The Hill on Friday that Lt. Gen. Jeffrey Kruse “will no longer serve” as the … Hegseth terminates Defense Intelligence Agency head, Lt. Gen. Jeffrey KruseRead more