Three former FBI agents have sued FBI Director Kash Patel and US Attorney General Pam Bondi, claiming that they were fired to appease former President Donald Trump. The lawsuit alleges that the firings were politically motivated, violating the agents' rights. The agents are seeking to be rehired and receive back pay.
Key Facts
Three ex-FBI agents filed a lawsuit against FBI Director Kash Patel and U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi.
The lawsuit claims the agents were fired to please former President Donald Trump.
Kash Patel allegedly mentioned needing to fire them to keep his job.
The suit argues the firings violate the First Amendment (free speech) and Fifth Amendment (due process).
It seeks the reinstatement of the agents and back pay.
The FBI and Justice Department have not commented on the lawsuit.
The lawsuit involves additional defendants: the FBI, the Department of Justice, and the Executive Office of the President.
Charlie Kirk, the head of the conservative group Turning Point USA, was shot at an event at Utah Valley University. A suspect is in custody, and the FBI is involved in investigating the incident. The shooting happened amidst rising political violence in the United States.
Key Facts
Charlie Kirk is the CEO and co-founder of Turning Point USA, a conservative youth organization.
Kirk was shot while speaking at a college event in Utah.
A video shows Kirk reacting to the noise and falling, causing panic among attendees.
A suspect related to the shooting is in custody.
The FBI is closely monitoring the situation and is providing assistance.
The shooting is part of a larger trend of increased political violence in the U.S.
Other recent violent incidents include attacks on political figures and events across the country.
Charlie Kirk, co-founder of Turning Point USA, was shot at an event at Utah Valley University. Police said the shooter was caught, and there was only one gunshot.
Key Facts
Charlie Kirk is the co-founder of Turning Point USA.
He was shot during an event at Utah Valley University.
The incident happened on a Wednesday.
There was only one gunshot fired at the event.
The shooter was caught and was in police custody by Wednesday afternoon.
Police, the university, and Turning Point USA did not immediately comment on the situation.
Charlie Kirk, a well-known conservative activist, was shot and killed during an event at Utah Valley University. He was the leader of Turning Point USA, a conservative youth organization.
Key Facts
Charlie Kirk was a prominent figure in conservative activism.
He led the youth organization Turning Point USA.
Kirk was shot at an event taking place at Utah Valley University.
His death occurred while he was speaking at this event.
Lisa Desjardins provided a report on the incident.
Geoff Bennett discussed Kirk's influence with David Weigel.
Three former FBI officials are suing Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel. They claim they were fired because of their involvement in investigations against former President Trump, allegedly at the direction of the White House and Justice Department.
Key Facts
Three ex-FBI officials filed a lawsuit against Pam Bondi and Kash Patel.
They say their firing was ordered by the White House and Justice Department.
The lawsuit claims they were dismissed for working on investigations involving Trump.
Kash Patel reportedly told one official he had to remove employees to keep his job.
The lawsuit describes Patel as prioritizing politics over protecting the public.
During his Senate confirmation, Patel said hiring should be based on performance and law compliance.
Democrats criticized Patel over a book listing "deep state" officials to target.
The DOJ ordered a review of FBI agents involved in cases related to the Capitol riot and classified documents.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot at an event held at Utah Valley University. A reporter who witnessed the incident shared details about what happened.
Key Facts
Charlie Kirk is a conservative activist and co-founder of Turning Point USA.
He was shot during an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah.
The incident occurred on September 10, 2025.
Emma Pitts, a reporter from Deseret News, witnessed the shooting.
The article was reported by Tyler Bartlam and Scott Detrow for NPR.
Charlie Kirk, a national figure known for supporting former President Trump, was shot and killed while speaking at Utah Valley University. Kirk was the founder of Turning Point USA, a conservative organization.
Key Facts
Charlie Kirk was a key supporter of former President Donald Trump.
He was shot and killed at an event in Utah.
The event took place at Utah Valley University where he was giving a speech.
Charlie Kirk founded Turning Point USA, a conservative group.
A judge ruled that Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook can keep her job while she fights her firing in court. Meanwhile, three former FBI officials are suing after being fired, and a confrontation occurred during an immigration arrest in New York. In France, protestors clashed with police, opposing President Macron.
Key Facts
A judge allowed Lisa Cook to remain as a Federal Reserve Governor while she challenges her firing.
The Trump administration plans to appeal this decision.
Three former FBI officials have filed lawsuits over their dismissals.
An immigration arrest in New York led to a clash with protestors.
French protestors and police engaged in a confrontation over public discontent with President Macron.
COVID-19 is no longer one of the top ten causes of death in the U.S., based on early 2024 data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It was previously a leading cause since 2020. Heart disease and cancer continue to be the top two causes.
Key Facts
COVID-19 dropped from the top ten causes of death in the U.S. for the first time since the pandemic began.
COVID-19 was the third leading cause of death in 2020 and has been decreasing in impact since its peak in 2021.
In 2021, over 463,000 people in the U.S. died from COVID, while in 2023, the number was around 47,000.
Overall deaths in the U.S. decreased by 4% last year, marking the third year of this downward trend.
Heart disease and cancer remain the leading causes of death, accounting for over 40% of all U.S. deaths in 2024.
Death rates are higher among men, older adults, and Black Americans compared to other groups.
Factors contributing to lower overall death rates include fewer deaths from COVID-19 and drug overdoses.
The governor of New Mexico, Michelle Lujan Grisham, used the National Guard to help police in Albuquerque, and violent crime has decreased. This contrasts with criticism of using the National Guard in Washington, D.C., by President Trump.
Key Facts
The National Guard was deployed in Albuquerque, New Mexico, by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham.
The use of the National Guard was intended to support police efforts in the city.
After the deployment, there was a decrease in violent crime in Albuquerque.
President Trump faced criticism for using the National Guard in Washington, D.C., from Democrats who viewed it as too much government control.
The situation in New Mexico showed a different response to the use of the National Guard compared to Washington, D.C.
The US Labor Department's internal watchdog has started an investigation into how it collects job and inflation data after criticism from the White House. This follows a revision of job figures showing weaker growth than first reported, along with concerns over data collection quality. The investigation aims to address these challenges and improve transparency.
Key Facts
The Labor Department's inspector general is reviewing how job and inflation data is collected.
The review follows revisions that showed the US created 911,000 fewer jobs than earlier estimates in the year up to March.
President Trump removed the previous head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, accusing her of manipulating job numbers.
Concerns have been raised about lower response rates affecting survey quality.
Economists are worried about potential political influence on economic data.
Trump nominated EJ Antoni, known for partisan views, as the new head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
There have been cuts to expert panels and price data collection, blamed on budget and staffing issues.
The inspector general previously found that the Bureau of Labor Statistics could improve data quality and transparency.
Mayor Muriel Bowser is trying to manage her relationship with President Trump while he plans to transfer control of Washington D.C.'s police department. This situation may soon affect other Democratic leaders.
Key Facts
President Trump is preparing to stop controlling Washington D.C.'s police department.
Mayor Muriel Bowser is trying to balance how she deals with President Trump.
Bowser's actions might become a common challenge for other Democratic leaders.
The focus is on how Bowser manages both opposing and cooperating with Trump.
The situation is part of broader political dynamics involving Democrats and Trump.
Rising housing costs are causing more seniors to become homeless. A significant number of homeless individuals are now over 55 years old. Some programs are using combined Medicare and Medicaid funds to help these seniors find housing.
Key Facts
Housing costs are going up.
More seniors are becoming homeless because of these rising costs.
Now, one out of five homeless individuals is older than 55.
Programs are trying to help by using Medicare and Medicaid money.
These programs aim to provide housing for seniors in need.
President Trump's 30-day direct control over Washington DC's police is ending. Trump used a "public safety emergency" to manage the police and bring in the National Guard. While he praised the crime reduction, the move faced criticism and legal challenges.
Key Facts
President Trump declared a "public safety emergency" on August 11, gaining direct control over DC's police.
This takeover allowed Trump to activate the National Guard and federal officers to reduce crime in the city.
The emergency control will expire on Wednesday, as the law allows only 30 days of federal control without Congress extending it.
DC's crime statistics show 2,310 arrests and a 15% drop in overall crime since the operation began.
Mayor Bowser of DC cooperated with the federal actions, and Trump praised her efforts.
Some residents and officials criticized Trump's move, leading to a lawsuit calling it unconstitutional.
New legislative proposals are being considered, including altering DC's criminal justice system.
Three teenagers were seriously injured in a shooting at Evergreen High School near Denver. The incident happened in the middle of the day and the injured students were taken to a hospital for treatment. The identity of the shooter is not yet known.
Key Facts
The shooting took place at Evergreen High School, 30 miles west of Denver.
Three teens are in critical condition following the shooting.
All injured individuals are believed to be students at the school.
The incident occurred around midday.
Over 100 police officers responded to the scene.
The search for the shooter or shooters is ongoing.
St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood is treating the injured students.
The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, which also responded to the Columbine shooting, is handling the case.
The Senate will vote on whether to release documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, following an amendment by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. The amendment makes it mandatory for a roll-call vote in the Senate, potentially putting Senate Republicans in a difficult position. The Attorney General would need to release the files within 30 days if the bill passes.
Key Facts
Chuck Schumer filed an amendment to release Jeffrey Epstein files.
The amendment is part of a defense authorization bill.
This will lead to a full Senate vote on releasing the files.
Attorney General must release the files within 30 days if the vote passes.
Senate Democrats have targeted this issue to challenge Republicans.
President Trump referred to the Epstein issue as a "hoax."
A birthday book with a doodle linked to Trump was released by House Democrats.
Republicans criticized Democrats for selecting which documents to release.
Right-wing activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed during a speaking event at Utah Valley University. The shooting took place at an outdoor event, and the university closed its campus as police searched the area. The FBI is involved in the investigation.
Key Facts
Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist, was shot during a public event at Utah Valley University.
The event was part of a tour called "American Comeback Tour" with planned stops at various college campuses.
A gunshot was fired from a distance of about 200 yards, according to a university executive.
President Trump announced Kirk's death on Truth Social, describing Kirk's influence on young Americans.
The campus was closed, and police escorted people out as a safety measure.
The FBI is monitoring the situation and federal agents are on the scene.
Video clips on social media show the shooting incident, although NPR has not verified them.
Charlie Kirk led the conservative youth group Turning Point USA.
A book compiled for Jeffrey Epstein's 50th birthday includes messages and drawings that are sexually suggestive, with contributors listed as people like Bill Clinton and Donald Trump. The book was given to the House Oversight Committee and has sparked discussion because of a letter alleged to be from Trump, which he denies writing.
Key Facts
The book, titled “The First Fifty Years,” was compiled in 2003 by Ghislaine Maxwell.
It contains crude drawings and messages, some with sexual content.
Alleged contributors include prominent figures such as Bill Clinton and Donald Trump.
Donald Trump denies writing a sexually suggestive letter included in the book.
The House Oversight Committee released an image of the letter allegedly from Trump.
Trump's team has called the Epstein case a distraction from political issues.
The book includes both explicit content and non-sexual items like family notes.
Internal documents from the National Guard reveal that senior officers know the public does not support their mission in Washington, D.C. NPR’s Juana Summers discussed these findings with Washington Post reporter Alex Horton.
Key Facts
Internal documents from the National Guard have been leaked.
These documents show that senior officers are aware the mission is unpopular.
The mission involves a federal takeover of Washington, D.C.
Juana Summers from NPR spoke about this with a Washington Post reporter.
Public sentiment about the mission is negative, as per the documents.
The discussion was featured on NPR's "All Things Considered."
The report highlights awareness within the National Guard about how the public feels.
