Trump signs order declaring illicit fentanyl a 'weapon of mass destruction,' citing national-security risks

A former official from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has raised concerns about a potential national security threat posed by compromised Chinese patient monitors in U.S. hospitals, which may be capable of streaming sensitive health data overseas, thereby transforming routine medical care into a security risk.

Former President Donald Trump has faced backlash for his comments regarding the death of director Rob Reiner, stating that Reiner had 'Trump Derangement Syndrome.' This statement has drawn condemnation from both Republican and Democratic politicians, highlighting the sensitivity surrounding public figures' responses to death.

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced the hiring of two former senior officials from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as public health consultants. One of these officials was previously dismissed by the Trump administration, highlighting a shift in the state's public health strategy.

The remaining California National Guard troops under federal command were ordered to leave Los Angeles, following a federal judge's ruling that control of these forces must revert to Governor Gavin Newsom. This decision comes as appellate courts continue to evaluate challenges to former President Trump's authority over the deployment.

Representative Ilhan Omar reported that her son, a U.S. citizen, was stopped by ICE agents in Minnesota, raising concerns about racial profiling amid intensified immigration enforcement under the Trump administration. The incident occurred after her son had been shopping, and he was released after presenting his identification.

President Trump has officially designated fentanyl as a 'weapon of mass destruction,' intensifying efforts to address the drug's influx from Latin America into the United States. This declaration underscores the administration's focus on the national security implications of the ongoing fentanyl crisis.

A mass shooting at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, resulted in two fatalities and multiple injuries. President Trump attributed the delay in apprehending the suspect to the university, stating it was a school problem rather than an FBI issue. This comment has sparked significant backlash and criticism from various quarters.

Ford announced a $19.5 billion writedown and the discontinuation of several electric vehicle models, including the F-150 Lightning, as it shifts focus towards gas and hybrid vehicles amid declining demand for EVs and the impact of Trump administration policies.