President Trump’s top national security officials, including the defense secretary, mistakenly shared classified war plans for military strikes in Yemen via a secure messaging app group chat — including with The Atlantic’s editor-in-chief. The leaked details included targeting information and deployment strategies against Iran-backed Houthi rebels. (AP)
Hyundai has unveiled a significant investment in the United States, with plans to construct a new $5.8 billion steel plant in Louisiana. This initiative is expected to generate 1,300 jobs and enhance the country’s automotive supply chain, promoting self-sufficiency and security. Trump commended Hyundai’s move, emphasizing the effectiveness of tariffs. (CBS News)
A man named Andrew Dutil was arrested by the Palm Beach County Sheriff’ for driving his vehicle into a gathering of demonstrators at a Tesla showroom in Florida. Witnesses reported Dutil slowly maneuvered his car onto the sidewalk, narrowly avoiding striking protesters. Despite fears of injury, no individuals were harmed during the incident. (ABC News)
A federal judge in Washington, D.C. has affirmed his decision to halt the deportation flights of alleged members of Venezuela’s Tren de Araragua crime gang under the 1798 Alien Enemies Act. Boasberg emphasized that these individuals should receive a hearing to determine their gang affiliations before any deportation attempts can proceed. (UPI)
President Trump has called for the removal of his portrait from the Colorado state Capitol, alleging intentional distortion of the painting. The portrait, funded by Colorado Republicans, was unveiled in 2019. Trump praised Obama’s portrait while criticizing his own as distorted. Visitors at the Capitol offered mixed opinions on the portrait’s likeness. (AP)
