Here’s a snapshot of what’s happening in the United States today (August 19, 2025):
🇺🇸 Top National News
1. Federal Control of D.C. Police
President Trump has declared a crime emergency in Washington, D.C., placing the city’s police department under federal control and deploying National Guard troops from several states [1]. This move is sparking legal challenges and concerns over civil liberties.
2. Target Store Shooting in Texas
A gunman opened fire at a Target store in Austin, Texas, killing three people and injuring one. The suspect is in custody, and the motive is still under investigation [1].
3. CDC Building Attack
A separate incident involved a gunman firing over 180 shots at a CDC building, breaking more than 150 windows. The attack is being linked to anti-vaccine rhetoric, and staff are voicing frustration over political tensions [1].
4. Explosion at U.S. Steel Plant in Pennsylvania
Closer to home, in Clairton, PA, two people died and ten were injured in a massive explosion at the U.S. Steel Coke Works plant. One person remains missing [1].
🌀 Weather & Environment
- Hurricane Erin has re-strengthened to a Category 4 storm, threatening the East Coast with dangerous rip currents and storm surges [2].
- Flash flooding has hit Milwaukee and parts of the Midwest, prompting emergency declarations and widespread damage [1].
🌍 International Relations
- President Trump is preparing for a summit with Vladimir Putin in Alaska, aiming to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine. European leaders are joining Ukrainian President Zelenskyy in Washington to present a united front [2].
🧬 Health & Safety
- The U.S. State Department has suspended medical-humanitarian visas for people from Gaza, citing security concerns [2].
- A rabies scare has emerged in Wyoming after bats were found in cabins at a national park, potentially exposing hundreds [2].
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