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Live updates: DC judge scolds DOJ, NPS for East Potomac Park tree cutting; Omar calls raid 'political intimidation'
A U.S. District Judge, Ana Reyes, ordered a 24-hour halt to tree cutting at East Potomac Golf Course/Links in Washington, D.C. Several hundred trees (reported as 430) were cut down over the weekend prior to the ruling. The site is connected to President Trump's plans for the golf course. A hearing was held Monday where the judge questioned Trump administration officials/DOJ lawyers about the tree removal.
Federal agents search Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home amid criminal investigation: Reports
Federal agents, identified as Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) personnel, searched the home of Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar early Monday morning. The search is part of a criminal investigation reportedly related to immigration paperwork filed by Omar's late father when she was a child. Agents were seen carrying boxes from the home. Omar publicly responded, stating she would not be silenced and describing the action as an attempt to target political enemies. The search occurred close to the midterm elections.
Pro-Collins ads target wrong Portland in GOP super PAC mix-up
A super PAC supporting Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) mistakenly placed approximately $25,000 in digital advertising in Portland, Oregon instead of Portland, Maine. The error was attributed to a media vendor mix-up between the two cities. The PAC is seeking or receiving a refund for the misplaced spending.
US actress Selma Blair arrested after allegedly attacking attendants on flight
Actress Selma Blair was taken into custody after an incident on a flight in which she allegedly tried to open the plane door. Flight attendants were injured during the altercation, and medical staff were requested to meet the plane. Blair's publicist stated she experienced a medical emergency that led to the alleged conduct.
Judge orders Trump’s $20 million taxpayer-funded ads off the air
A federal judge issued a ruling on a Sunday night ordering the Trump administration to stop airing television ads funded with taxpayer money. The judge was identified as U.S. District Judge Jennifer L. Rochon. The ads were funded with government money, reported at $20 million by some outlets, and were challenged in a lawsuit.
Trump announces energy ceasefire between Russia, Ukraine
President Trump announced on Sunday that Russia and Ukraine reached an energy ceasefire, effective immediately. This followed a separate deal involving the easing of sanctions to allow a Russian diesel purchase. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized the diesel deal.
Marshall pays bakery bill after complaint goes viral
Senator Roger Marshall of Kansas paid a bakery bill stemming from his 2020 campaign after the bakery owner's complaint about the unpaid bill went viral online. The bakery, identified as Holly's Sweet Treats in Hutchinson, Kansas, had reportedly gone unpaid for about six years for items including cookies, muffins and brownies.
Pope to undergo surgery in coming days
Pope Leo XIV announced he will undergo surgery to remove a nodule found in his lung. He made the announcement during a Sunday gathering (the Angelus/weekly blessing) at St. Peter's. He is 71 years old.
Riyadh airport faces another attack one day after a strike that killed 13, injured hundreds
King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was struck again in a second attack. This followed a prior attack on the same airport. Yemen's Houthi rebels, who are backed by Iran, are linked to the attacks.
DOJ investigating major news networks over suspension of pool coverage
The U.S. Justice Department is investigating major television networks over possible antitrust violations related to their suspension of the White House press pool system. This followed President Trump's decision to bar certain news organizations from White House access, after which the networks briefly halted pool coverage.
How Trump Could Respond To Saudi Airport Attack As He Weighs Joining Fight
The Houthi group carried out an attack on Saudi Arabia's main airport in Riyadh. An American was killed in the attack. President Trump is considering whether the United States will join Saudi Arabia in retaliatory strikes against the Houthis.
9 dead, including gunman, 2 children, after shooting in Erie, Pennsylvania
Nine people died in a mass shooting in Erie, Pennsylvania on Friday night, including the gunman and at least two children. City officials confirmed that all deaths occurred before police officers arrived at the scene.
Four dead and thousands without power after Hurricane Isaias lashes US
Hurricane Isaias made landfall and later weakened into a post-tropical cyclone. The storm caused fatalities (reports range from 2 to 4 deaths) and left hundreds of thousands of customers without power across states including Florida, Alabama, and Georgia. Roofs and buildings were damaged.
1 Philadelphia officer killed, another critically wounded in ambush
A Philadelphia police officer was killed and another officer was shot/critically wounded while responding to a call in Philadelphia.
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