Aug 27 WATCH: DC Mayor Bowser gives update on federal takeover of law enforcement in the district By Associated Press Bowser said the federal surge has helped in fewer gun crimes, fewer homicides and led to an extreme reduction in carjackings, but has also led to a “break in trust between, police and community, especially with new federal partners.”… Continue reading
Aug 27 Susan Monarez ousted as CDC director after less than a month as other agency leaders resign By Mike Stobbe, Associated Press Her departure coincided with the resignations of at least three top CDC officials. The list includes Dr. Debra Houry, the agency's deputy director; Dr. Daniel Jernigan, head of the agency's National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases; and Dr. Continue reading
Aug 27 Denmark summons U.S. envoy over claims of interference in Greenland By Associated Press Danish broadcaster DR reported Wednesday that at least three Americans have been involved in these operations. They allegedly compiled lists of U.S.-friendly Greenlanders and tried to influence local politics. Continue reading
Aug 27 Kilmar Abrego Garcia requests asylum in the U.S., hoping to prevent his deportation to Uganda By Michael Kunzelman, Ben Finley, Associated Press Administration officials have said he's part of the dangerous MS-13 gang, an allegation Abrego Garcia denies. His lawyers are fighting the deportation efforts in court, arguing he has the right to express fear of persecution and torture in Uganda. Continue reading
Aug 27 Democratic win in Iowa special election breaks GOP supermajority By Associated Press Democrat Catelin Drey handily defeated Republican Christopher Prosch, adding to the Democratic Party's hope that it can flip more seats during the 2026 midterm elections. Continue reading
Aug 27 Some FEMA staff are put on leave after signing dissent letter By Gabriela Aoun Angueira, Associated Press More than 180 current and former FEMA employees signed the letter sent to the FEMA Review Council and Congress on Monday critiquing recent cuts to agency staff and programs, and warning that FEMA's capacity to respond to a major disaster… Continue reading
Aug 27 WATCH: Duffy says department taking control of Union Station, extends Trump’s control of Washington By Darlene Superville, Associated Press Duffy made the announcement Wednesday as he joined Amtrak President Roger Harris at Union Station for the launch of a new high-speed train. Continue reading
Aug 27 Trump’s 50% tariffs on India over Russian oil purchases take effect By Rajesh Roy, Associated Press The situation highlights the fragile trade ties between the two allies. U.S. President Donald Trump had initially announced a 25% tariff on Indian goods, but then imposed an additional 25% tariff due to India's purchases of Russian oil. Continue reading
Aug 26 Watch 12:27 How Trump’s attempts to control Federal Reserve board threaten its long-held independence By Amna Nawaz, Winston Wilde, Jackson Hudgins President Trump made it clear he is seeking more control of the Federal Reserve. He said he fired Fed Governor Lisa Cook from the bank's board, but she says she's not leaving and will take the administration to court. At… Continue watching
Aug 26 Watch 4:46 Can Trump legally reinstate the death penalty in Washington, D.C.? By Lisa Desjardins, Doug Adams, Kyle Midura President Trump spent more than three hours touting what he sees as his administration's achievements at his cabinet meeting. He weighed in on topics from reinstating the death penalty for murder cases in Washington, D.C., to Health Secretary Kennedy's attempt… Continue watching