Read today's Strengthening the Heartland: Investing in Rural America special section brought to you by Philips Morris International, @WeAreReMA, @NationalGrange and @UnitedHealthGrp.
Luis Garcia Jr. led the Nationals to a series-clinching victory at Camden Yards on Sunday. Washington’s win against Baltimore puts the club two games back of the final wild-card spot. buff.ly/aqVjar4
Prosecutors say a sophisticated drone operation based in Georgia supplied federal prisons with cellphones, drugs, and saw blades. The FBI reported that the extensive smuggling ring used off-the-shelf commercial drones. buff.ly/AyvxZWd
President Lee Jae-myung is calling for a probe into the Korea Football Association after the national team failed to qualify for the knockout rounds. He blamed poor leadership and tactical failures for the unexpected tournament exit. buff.ly/fmM1EZi
Phoenix Mercury players and staff are defending teammate Alyssa Thomas after the WNBA suspended her for an incident involving Caitlin Clark. Guard Kahleah Copper stated the situation was not handled correctly by the league. buff.ly/AFqGIzs
Luis Garcia Jr. hit two home runs to power the Washington Nationals to a 6-4 win over the Baltimore Orioles. The victory secured a series win and moved the team back above .500 on the season. buff.ly/aqVjar4
Federal authorities dismantled what they call the most sophisticated prison drone-smuggling operation in U.S. history. Officials charged twelve individuals for delivering drugs and weapons to at least ten different federal prisons. buff.ly/AyvxZWd
Senator Roger Marshall says the U.S. is answering Iranian aggression after they broke the ceasefire. The Kansas Republican noted the administration is making progress toward its goal of ensuring no nukes for Iran. buff.ly/B33KHJJ
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has ordered an investigation into the national soccer team following their early elimination from the World Cup. He cited concerns over personnel selection and potential cronyism within the federation. buff.ly/fmM1EZi
The Phoenix Mercury are standing by Alyssa Thomas following her suspension after an altercation with Caitlin Clark. Head coach Nat Tibbetts criticized the league's investigation process as unfair and non-thorough. buff.ly/AFqGIzs
Senator Mark Kelly says Joe Biden did a bad job managing the border. In a recent interview, the Arizona Democrat blamed the previous administration for prioritizing legal entry over returning migrants. buff.ly/nbQPYMq
A D.C. judge handed down a 29-year sentence to Nakita Walker for a deadly crash on Rock Creek Parkway. The 2023 incident resulted in the deaths of a rideshare driver and two passengers. buff.ly/9zwgeGu
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is doubling down on his platform after local primary wins. He stated that a democratic socialist can be elected to any position in the country, including president. buff.ly/0vww9Wt
Joe Biden faced another exit gaffe on Saturday after a rally in Maryland. The former president criticized his successor’s policies before appearing bewildered and asking for help finding his way off the stage. buff.ly/lPJU9Ow
President Trump is personally reviewing blueprints for his D.C. makeover plan. The president visited Lafayette Square and the East Potomac Golf Course to check on restoration progress under his executive order.buff.ly/AkrV8EZ
President Trump is lashing out at an upcoming book about his presidency, calling it mostly made up. The book reportedly details internal discussions about the Iran war and the administration’s handling of Jeffrey Epstein documents. buff.ly/8EGF3B3
President Trump warned that the Islamic Republic of Iran will not exist if aggression against commercial shipping continues. U.S. forces launched new strikes after Iran targeted vessels and struck American-allied nations. buff.ly/mobYLcp