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Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser extended the Safe and Beautiful Emergency Operations Center, created in response to President Donald Trump’s federal law enforcement surge. The center coordinates with agencies including the FBI, DEA, ATF, U.S. Park Police and Secret Service, while pressing officers to follow standard policing practices such as visible IDs. Trump praised the initiative as a “template,” citing drops in crime, but Bowser warned masked agents had damaged trust. The order gave no end date, underscoring ongoing tensions over federal power in the District.

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At a White House press conference, President Donald Trump pivoted from announcing Space Command’s move to Huntsville, Alabama, to discuss Chicago, which he called a “hellhole.” Citing weekend shootings that left nine dead and more than 50 injured, Trump said he has an obligation to send in the National Guard. He claimed Illinois leaders are refusing protection and that Chicagoans are pleading for troops, pointing to Washington, D.C., as his model “safe zone.” Gov. J.B. Pritzker pushed back, blasting the talk as a “reality show stunt.” While Trump floats the idea of boots on city streets, the timing is uncertain and state consent appears optional.

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A sweeping new law signed by President Donald Trump — the One Big Beautiful Bill Act — imposes new work requirements for SNAP, the federal food assistance program. The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities estimates the law will slash $187 billion through 2034, the largest reduction in SNAP’s history. Analysts say 4 million people — including children, veterans and seniors — could lose benefits. Black families are disproportionately impacted, with Census data showing Black children are more likely to live in SNAP households. NAACP President Derrick Johnson called the cuts harmful, saying they make “billionaires wealthier” while deepening inequality.

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On this day in 1766, James Forten was born in Philadelphia. A free Black man, Forten became a successful sailmaker and inventor, developing an improved sail design that earned him respect in a trade dominated by white craftsmen. He used his wealth and influence to support abolitionist causes, fund antislavery publications, and aid the Underground Railroad. Forten believed in education and opportunity for Black Americans and became a leading voice against colonization schemes. He passed away on March 4, 1842, leaving a legacy of resistance, innovation and justice.

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A federal judge struck down President Donald Trump’s decision to deploy National Guard troops to Los Angeles during immigration protests, calling it illegal under federal law. Judge Charles Breyer said the move crossed a line meant to keep the military out of domestic law enforcement. The administration claimed the Guard was only protecting officers, but the court rejected that argument. The decision underscores that the judiciary remains the final guard against unchecked presidential power.

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President Donald Trump’s approval rating rebounded in August, according to Gallup, reaching 40% — a three-point increase from July. It’s the first uptick since February. His economic approval held steady at 37%, while his foreign affairs rating slipped to 39%. Gallup also found a historic partisan gap: 93% of Republicans approve of Trump’s performance, compared with just 1% of Democrats. Satisfaction with the direction of the country surged among Republicans but dropped to nearly zero among Democrats.

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When most think of Labor Day, they picture parades and barbecues. But for Black America, the struggle has always been about more than wages — it’s about dignity. From the Pullman porters and A. Philip Randolph’s union to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s last campaign with Memphis sanitation workers, Black labor has transformed labor rights and fueled the civil rights movement.

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Labor Day weekend is here, and millions of Americans are taking one last summer trip. The American Automobile Association says top destinations include Seattle, Orlando and New York, with cruises and theme parks also in demand. Travel is cheaper this year, with flights averaging $720 and hotels down 11%, while gas prices remain steady at $3.30 a gallon. But drivers should brace for congestion — travel data shows traffic nearly doubled in cities like New York, Atlanta and Washington, D.C.

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On Sept. 1, 1867, Robert Tanner Freeman became the first Black graduate of Harvard Dental School, making history as one of the first professionally trained Black dentists in the United States. Born to formerly enslaved parents in North Carolina, Freeman overcame barriers of racism and exclusion that kept African Americans out of medical training. He later practiced in Washington, D.C., mentoring young Black men who sought to enter the field. His groundbreaking achievement paved the way for greater Black representation in medicine and dentistry.

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President Donald Trump revoked Secret Service protection for former Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of her 15-city book tour promoting her new book, “107 Days.” By law, former vice presidents receive six months of protection after leaving office, but Joe Biden had extended Harris’ coverage to 18 months. Her protection ends Monday, with the White House saying Trump is following the law. Critics say the timing is questionable as Harris reenters the public stage. Trump has previously revoked protection from Alejandro Mayorkas and Biden’s children.

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