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Lead: Sept. 4, 2025 — The Justice Department has issued subpoenas in a mortgage-fraud inquiry involving Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook as she contests a Trump administration effort to remove her, a person familiar with the matter told AP. Key Takeaways The DOJ has served subpoenas tied to an investigation of mortgage-related allegations involving Fed … Read more
Lead: On September 4, 2025, Paramount Pictures announced a three-year distribution agreement with Legendary Entertainment, naming the studio-backed live-action Street Fighter film as the first title to be released under the partnership. Key Takeaways The deal runs for three years and pairs Paramount with Legendary for theatrical distribution. Street Fighter is slated as the first … Read more
Lead: On 4 September 2025, Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo announced plans to remove vaccine mandates across the state — including those affecting children — saying the rules violate patient autonomy and promising to rescind “every last one of them.” Key takeaways Joseph Ladapo is Florida’s surgeon general, appointed in September 2021; he trained at … Read more
Washington — On Sept. 4, 2025, President Donald Trump urged the Supreme Court to uphold broad import tariffs he imposed, warning that invalidating them would push the United States toward an economic catastrophe and asking the justices to act quickly. Key Takeaways The administration asked the Supreme Court to reverse a Federal Circuit ruling that … Read more
Lead: The U.S. August jobs report, due Friday, is widely expected to show slowing payroll growth; economists forecast roughly 75,000 new jobs and a slight rise in unemployment to 4.3%, a mix that could either calm or jolt markets depending on the exact outcome. Key Takeaways Dow Jones economists project about 75,000 nonfarm payrolls for … Read more
On 4 September 2025, US District Judge Amir Ali in Washington issued a preliminary injunction requiring the Trump administration to release $11.5 billion in foreign aid that Congress had authorized, including funds President Trump said he would withhold via a late “pocket rescission”; the order will remain in effect until the end of the month … Read more
On September 4, 2025 in Washington, D.C., Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced a heated Senate Finance Committee hearing where senators across the aisle challenged his vaccine policies, changes at the CDC and called for accountability, with several Democrats urging his resignation. Key Takeaways Senators from both parties questioned RFK Jr.’s … Read more
On Sept. 4, 2025, following the release of her album Man’s Best Friend, Sabrina Carpenter spoke with Zane Lowe to address online backlash over the record’s cover image — saying the hair pull was unintentional and that the shot was meant to feel playful while reflecting personal emotions. Key takeaways Carpenter discussed the cover during … Read more
Lead On Sept. 4, 2025, New York Attorney General Letitia James filed an appeal asking the state’s highest court to reinstate a $500 million penalty that the Appellate Division recently voided in a business fraud case involving former President Donald J. Trump and his company. Key Takeaways Letitia James appealed the Appellate Division’s decision to … Read more
Five-time Pro Bowler Amari Cooper to Retire One Week After Raiders Reunion Lead: On September 4, 2025, NFL Network insiders reported that Amari Cooper, a five-time Pro Bowl wide receiver, told the Las Vegas Raiders he no longer has the desire to play and intends to retire one week after re-signing with the team, closing … Read more
The U.S. Department of Justice on Sept. 4, 2025 filed suit against Southern California Edison (SCE), alleging negligence tied to the Jan. 2025 Eaton Fire in Altadena that killed 19 people and burned more than 14,000 acres, and seeking over $40 million to cover U.S. Forest Service suppression and rehabilitation costs. Key Takeaways The DOJ … Read more
Sept. 4, 2025 — The Israeli military said it controls roughly 40% of Gaza City after recent ground and air advances and announced plans to widen the campaign in the coming days. Gaza health authorities reported at least 53 people killed that day as bombardment and tank movements forced and displaced civilians across multiple neighbourhoods. … Read more
Northwestern University President Michael Schill announced his resignation on Sept. 4, 2025, as the university continues to contend with a federal funding freeze. The administration said Schill will remain in his post until an interim president is named while the school works to restore about $790 million in suspended federal support tied to ongoing Title … Read more
September 4, 2025: Aid groups warn that as Israel advances on Gaza City and announces tighter rules for humanitarian actors, restrictions and logistical hurdles risk deepening a famine already declared in northern Gaza. Key Takeaways UN-backed panel declared famine conditions in Gaza City and the north; it warned of spread to central and southern Gaza … Read more
On Sept. 4, 2025, representatives for TikTok creator Haley Kalil denied that she is romantically involved with actor Austin Butler after a viral video of two people dining together sparked online speculation; representatives and Kalil say the woman in the clip is not her. Key Takeaways Haley Kalil (Haleyybaylee) and her representative have denied that … Read more
