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Following a recent shooting incident, President Trump has ordered the deployment of an additional 500 National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., prompting significant public and media backlash. A journalist from MS NOW faced criticism for comments made during a live broadcast regarding the situation, which were labeled as an 'insane take.'

U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff is facing criticism following the leak of a phone call in which he advised a senior Kremlin official on how to present a peace proposal regarding Ukraine to President Trump. This has raised concerns about his loyalty and intentions amidst ongoing tensions in the region.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the deployment of 500 additional National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., following a targeted shooting incident that critically injured two members of the West Virginia National Guard near the White House. The incident occurred close to the Farragut West metro station, prompting immediate law enforcement response.

Judge James Boasberg has been assigned to oversee Rep. Eric Swalwell's lawsuit challenging allegations of mortgage fraud against him. This legal action comes amid a backdrop of heightened scrutiny surrounding Swalwell's financial dealings and the broader implications of mortgage fraud in the political arena.

Washington Times columnist Miles Yu has drawn criticism from the Chinese Communist Party due to his reporting on Taiwan, underscoring the influence of his work on international perceptions of China.

Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.) raised concerns regarding U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff's reported advice to a Russian aide on how to present a peace deal to President Trump related to the Ukraine conflict, labeling it a 'major problem.' This interaction has sparked significant criticism and debate about the appropriateness of such diplomatic engagements.

A Democratic lawmaker has stated that the military could serve as a 'check' on President Trump, suggesting that this could be necessary to protect the nation. This comment comes amid heightened tensions following Trump's controversial remarks regarding Democratic lawmakers and their calls for military personnel to disobey illegal orders.

Siebel Newsom, California's first partner, is advocating for increased regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) in the state, coinciding with President Trump's threats to limit state oversight of the technology. This push highlights the contrasting approaches to AI governance between state and federal levels.