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- TWO ISRAELI EMBASSY STAFFERS SHOT DEAD OUTSIDE CAPITAL JEWISH MUSEUM IN D.C.: On May 21, 2025, two Israeli Embassy staff members, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, were fatally shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., after attending a diplomatic event. The suspect, Elias Rodriguez, 30, from Chicago, was arrested at the scene and reportedly shouted “Free Palestine” during the attack. Authorities are investigating the incident as a targeted act of antisemitism. The FBI and local police have launched a joint investigation, and security measures at Israeli missions worldwide have been heightened.
- TRUMP AND SOUTH AFRICAN PRESIDENT CLASH DURING TENSE WHITE HOUSE MEETING: During a tense Oval Office meeting on May 21, 2025, President Donald Trump confronted South African President Cyril Ramaphosa with claims of violence against white South African farmers, presenting debunked videos alleging a “white genocide.” Ramaphosa refuted the allegations, stating that crime in South Africa affects all citizens and is not racially targeted. The meeting, intended to discuss trade and investment, was overshadowed by the confrontation, though both leaders later described the meeting as productive.
- JUSTICE DEPARTMENT LAUNCHES CRIMINAL PROBE INTO FORMER GOVERNOR ANDREW CUOMO: The Department of Justice has initiated a criminal investigation into former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo over allegations that he provided false testimony to Congress regarding COVID-19 nursing home deaths during his tenure. Cuomo’s campaign responded by releasing an ad portraying him as a political target of the Trump administration, aiming to rally support ahead of the upcoming mayoral primary.
- DOJ SEEKS TO CANCEL POLICE REFORM AGREEMENTS IN MINNEAPOLIS AND LOUISVILLE: On May 21, 2025, the Justice Department announced its intention to terminate federal consent decrees with the Minneapolis and Louisville police departments, agreements established to implement reforms following the deaths of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor. The DOJ cited concerns over the legal validity and financial burden of the agreements, advocating for local control over police reform. City officials in both Minneapolis and Louisville have expressed commitment to continuing reform efforts independently.
- U.S. ACCEPTS GIFTED QATARI AIRCRAFT TO JOIN AIR FORCE ONE BACKUP FLEET: The Trump administration has accepted a Boeing 747-8 aircraft, valued at approximately $400 million, from the Qatari royal family to serve as part of the Air Force One backup fleet. The decision has sparked bipartisan criticism, with concerns raised about the implications of accepting such a significant gift from a foreign government. President Trump defended the move, stating that the aircraft would eventually be transferred to his presidential library and not used for personal travel.
- VENEZUELAN MAN ALLEGEDLY POSED AS TEEN TO ATTEND OHIO HIGH SCHOOL FOR OVER A YEAR: A Venezuelan man has been arrested for allegedly posing as a teenager to enroll in an Ohio high school, attending classes for over a year. Authorities are investigating the motives behind the deception and how the individual managed to bypass enrollment procedures. The incident has raised concerns about school security and enrollment verification processes.
- TARGET REPORTS Q1 SALES DECLINE AND WARNS OF A TOUGH YEAR AHEAD IN 2025: Target has reported a decline in first-quarter sales for 2025 and has issued a warning about potential challenges in the retail sector for the remainder of the year. The company cited factors such as changing consumer behavior and economic uncertainties as contributing to the downturn. Target plans to implement strategic adjustments to navigate the anticipated difficulties.
- NFL OWNERS REJECT PROPOSAL TO BAN THE CONTROVERSIAL TUSH PUSH PLAY: NFL owners have voted to retain the “tush push” play, a quarterback sneak strategy popularized by the Philadelphia Eagles, rejecting a proposal to ban it. The decision allows teams to continue utilizing the play, which involves pushing the quarterback forward in short-yardage situations. The play has been both praised for its effectiveness and criticized for potential safety concerns.
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