President Trump called for the immediate relocation of homeless individuals from Washington, D.C., suggesting they be moved “far” away from the capital. He hinted at increased policing and potentially enacting federal control of the city. Following an alleged assault on a former DOGE staffer, federal law enforcement presence in D.C. was heightened. (Story URL)
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that President Trump will be “testing” Russian President Vladimir Putin at their upcoming meeting in Alaska scheduled for Friday. The meeting aims to advance ceasefire negotiations in Russia’s conflict with Ukraine. President Trump’s decision to engage with Putin follows recent tensions between the two countries. (Story URL)
President Trump is contemplating changes to federal regulations on marijuana, potentially hastening its reclassification by the federal government and the DEA. At a fundraiser in Bedminster, N.J., attended by supporters of marijuana legalization, Trump discussed the possibility of reclassifying marijuana as a Class III substance with recognized medical benefits. (Story URL)
Flash flooding led to the cancellation of the final day of the Wisconsin State Fair on Sunday, with heavy rainfall affecting several Midwest states. Significant rainfall caused river flooding and power outages, with nearly 47,000 customers losing power. Emergency services responded to over 600 calls, including gas leaks and water rescues. (Story URL)
Masked thieves targeted a Los Angeles-area store, making off with approximately $7,000 worth of Labubu dolls. The LA County Sheriff’s Department revealed that the suspects utilized a stolen Toyota Tacoma during the incident, which was later found. Investigations are ongoing to apprehend the perpetrators responsible for the theft of the popular collectible dolls. (Story URL)