President Trump warned of of “severe consequences” against Russia if Vladimir Putin does not agree to cease the ongoing war in Ukraine. Trump’s statement came after a talk with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders, where Zelenskyy accused Putin of “bluffing” in his pursuit of peace. Trump indicated his intention to press Putin for a ceasefire. (Story URL)
President Trump says he’ll ask Congress for a long-term extension of the National Guard’s presence in Washington, D.C. to address crime. The administration is intensifying law enforcement efforts in D.C., with ICE agents collaborating with local police. According to the MPD, total violent crime for 2024 in DC was down 35% from 2023 and is the lowest it’s been in over 30 years. (Story URL)
A Washington, D.C. man has been charged with assaulting a federal law enforcement officer after allegedly throwing a sandwich at an ICE agent. According to a court filing, 37-year-old Sean Charles Dunn approached a group of agents, pointed a finger in an agent’s face, and called him a “fascist.” The incident occurred amid the White House’s law enforcement push in D.C. (Story URL)
Juneau, Alaska, is under evacuation orders as the Mendenhall Glacier threatens to unleash record floodwaters downstream. The glacial lake outburst flood, exacerbated by climate change, poses a significant risk to the city. Residents are urged to evacuate as authorities anticipate the Mendenhall River to crest on Wednesday. Emergency flood barriers have been installed. (Story URL)
Amazon has announced the expansion of its same-day delivery service to offer perishable grocery items in more than 1,000 cities across the United States. The service will now include dairy, meat, seafood, baked goods, and frozen foods in cities like Raleigh, N.C.; Tampa, Fla.; and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. By the end of 2025, the company plans to reach up to 2,300 cities. (Story URL)