As Democrats slam Trump’s D.C. crackdown, Mayor Bowser walks a fine line

A 17-year-old boy drowned at Hampton Beach, New Hampshire, while swimming with his family as he was caught in a powerful current. His father attempted to rescue him but also faced distress; both were pulled from the water by lifeguards, but the teen later died at the hospital while his father remains stable. Want More Context? 🔎

Starbucks is set to release its fall menu, including the iconic Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL), on August 26, earlier than in previous years. The PSL, a favorite for over 20 years, is part of a lineup aimed at boosting sales amid recent declines, featuring new items like Pecan Cold Foam and Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, as CEO Brian Niccol anticipates increased customer interest. Want More Context? 🔎

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, originally from El Salvador, faces deportation to Uganda after being taken into ICE custody shortly after his release from criminal detention. Despite a Maryland court's temporary order halting his removal, his attorneys are challenging his confinement, claiming it violates due process, while DHS labels him an MS-13 gang member, a claim his family disputes. Want More Context? 🔎

The U.S. government, through the CHIPS Act, has taken a nearly 10% stake in Intel and may pursue further equity investments in companies, potentially establishing a sovereign wealth fund, according to National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett. This move, described as a "down payment on a sovereign wealth fund," has drawn mixed reactions, including criticism from some Republicans, while Trump claimed the investment cost nothing despite the $8.9 billion purchase. Want More Context? 🔎

Over a dozen people, including journalists, were killed in an Israeli airstrike on Nasser Hospital in southern Gaza, according to reports by NBC News’ Molly Hunter. This incident has raised significant concerns and garnered international attention regarding the ongoing conflict in the region. Want More Context? 🔎

President Donald Trump will sign an executive order to eliminate cashless bail in Washington, D.C., potentially threatening federal funding if the policy persists, according to a White House official. The order aims to shift arrested individuals into federal custody, following recent controversial law enforcement actions in the capital that critics label as overreach. Want More Context? 🔎