Vance to tour federal command center and meet with Marines in Los Angeles

President Trump's effort to keep Alina Habba as New Jersey's acting U.S. attorney has sparked a legal challenge from Julien Giraud Jr., who claims her appointment violates the Federal Vacancies Reform Act. Giraud's lawyer argues that Habba's reappointment is unconstitutional, as federal judges recently designated Desiree Leigh Grace to temporarily fill the role, leading to confusion over leadership in the U.S. Attorney's Office. Want More Context? 🔎

The Brink couple, Clinton, 43, and Cristen, 41, were tragically killed at Devil's Den State Park in Arkansas while protecting their two daughters, aged 9 and 7, who were unharmed. A manhunt is underway for a suspect described as a white male seen near the park, and authorities urge anyone with information or footage to come forward as the family seeks privacy and justice. Want More Context? 🔎

A tropical storm in the central Pacific rapidly intensified into Hurricane Iona, located 895 miles southeast of Honolulu, with no immediate threat to Hawaii. Expected to move westward, Iona was a Category 1 hurricane anticipated to strengthen to Category 2 before gradually weakening later in the week. Want More Context? 🔎

Authorities have identified at least four suspects involved in a violent brawl in downtown Cincinnati, which left two individuals seriously injured. The incident, captured on video and described as "cruel and absolutely unacceptable" by police Chief Teresa Theetge, has prompted an investigation as officials seek to identify additional participants amid outrage from local leaders. Want More Context? 🔎

Former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced his candidacy for the Senate to succeed retiring GOP Senator Thom Tillis, emphasizing a campaign focused on saving the middle class and criticizing policies favoring the wealthy. Cooper, a two-term governor and former state attorney general, believes the upcoming election is crucial for the future of the middle class in America, while Democratic leaders express confidence in his potential to flip the Senate seat. Want More Context? 🔎

New Orleans Inmate Mistakenly ReleasedAn inmate, Khalil Bryan, was mistakenly released from a New Orleans jail due to a clerical error involving another inmate with a similar last name. Sheriff Susan Hutson acknowledged the error, stating it was a failure of internal processes, and an investigation is underway after Bryan was released on charges including aggravated assault and home invasion. Want More Context? 🔎