NYT ‘Connections’ August 4: Answer and Clues for Game #420

On "Face the Nation," Margaret Brennan discusses President Trump's deployment of National Guard troops in Washington to combat crime, with Maryland Governor Wes Moore expressing opposition due to sustainability, constitutional concerns, and the impact on local policing. The episode also features insights from Senator Jeanne Shaheen, Congressman Mike Lawler, economist Mohamed El-Erian, and UNICEF's Catherine Russell on various pressing issues. Want More Context? 🔎

A posthumous memoir by Virginia Roberts Giuffre, a prominent accuser of Jeffrey Epstein, titled "Nobody’s Girl: A Memoir of Surviving Abuse and Fighting for Justice," is set for release on October 21. Giuffre, who died by suicide in April, aimed to shed light on systemic failures in trafficking and share intimate details about her experiences with Epstein and influential figures like Prince Andrew. Want More Context? 🔎

President Donald Trump threatened to deploy military forces to Baltimore to address crime, echoing previous actions in D.C. and L.A. Maryland Governor Wes Moore criticized Trump's approach, arguing it reflects ignorance of local issues and threatens federal funding for infrastructure projects. Want More Context? 🔎

The son of "Walking Dead" star Norman Reedus, Mingus Reedus, was arrested in New York City for alleged assault, facing multiple charges including third-degree assault and criminal obstruction of breathing. After pleading not guilty, he was released on his own recognizance, with his attorney asserting his innocence and highlighting the absence of serious charges against him. Want More Context? 🔎

Jerry Adler, known for his role as Hesh Rabkin on "The Sopranos," passed away at 96, with tributes highlighting his late start in acting at 65 and his extensive theater background. He also appeared in popular shows like "The Good Wife" and wrote a memoir, reflecting on his remarkable career in theater and television. Want More Context? 🔎

A truck driver, Harjinder Singh, was denied bond after causing a crash in Florida that killed three people while making an illegal U-turn. The incident raised immigration concerns as Singh, who entered the U.S. illegally from Mexico in 2018, faces vehicular homicide and immigration charges, with the Trump administration disputing his work permit obtained during his presidency. Want More Context? 🔎