All nine missing workers have been recovered following a chemical tank explosion at a Washington paper mill, bringing the death toll to 11. Authorities continue environmental cleanup and safety assessments.
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President Donald Trump will open the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., after several musical acts withdrew from the event. The fair, part of America's 250th anniversary celebrations, will feature exhibits, performances, and family attractions on the National Mall.
The South Carolina Senate voted against a Trump-backed congressional redistricting plan that would have eliminated the state's single majority-Black district. Some Republicans cited concerns about changing districts after early voting had begun.
A chemical tank containing white liquor ruptured at a pulp and paper mill in Longview, Washington, causing confirmed fatalities and multiple critical injuries. Emergency responders continue recovery efforts with some individuals unaccounted for.
The Supreme Court rejected Florida's bid to sue California and Washington over licenses issued to immigrant truck drivers after a fatal crash. Justices Thomas and Alito dissented, while the Trump administration has pushed for stricter English proficiency rules for commercial drivers.
Johnny Steven Talbert was arrested in Washington state nearly 18 years after the double murder of two employees at a North Carolina beverage company. He faces charges of first-degree murder and armed robbery in the 2008 killings at the Sun Drop Bottling Company.
The White House was briefly locked down Saturday evening after 20 to 30 gunshots were heard nearby. The Secret Service and FBI responded, and the lockdown was lifted within an hour.
Trump Administration Proposes NDAs for Federal Employees to Limit Leaks
The Trump administration proposes mandatory nondisclosure agreements for federal employees to curb leaks, sparking debate over whistleblower protections and free speech rights. The Office of Personnel Management seeks public comment on the draft rule.