Marathon Cabinet Meeting, Fed Governor Plans Lawsuit, Phoenix Dust Storm, Texas Redistricting Lawsuit

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Marathon Cabinet Meeting

Originally billed as a Cabinet meeting to celebrate American workers ahead of Labor Day, President Trump and his secretaries hold court for more than three hours on Tuesday, offering a scattershot of thoughts and opinions on a wide variety of topics. John Stolnis has more from Washington.

Fed Governor Plans Lawsuit

A Federal Reserve governor says she will sue to prevent her removal by President Trump, and the Fed has also responded saying they would abide by any court decision on whether the Executive Branch has the legal authority. Correspondent Jennifer King reports the firing of Lisa Cook by Donald Trump could test the limits of presidential power, and could be decided by the Supreme Court.

Phoenix Dust Storm

Daytime turned to night and visibility on highways cut to zero as a powerful dust storm rolled through the most densely populated part of Arizona. As correspondent Mike Hempen reports, the storm was powerful enough to cut power to thousands, and even ripped part of the roof off of the international airport in Phoenix.

Abrego Garcia Lawyers Latest Filing

Attorneys representing Kilmar Abrego Garcia filed an emergency motion to reopen his immigration case.

Lawsuit Dismissed

A judge appointed by Donald Trump has dismissed a lawsuit brought by the Department of Justice against the Maryland judiciary. Correspondent Haya Panjwani reports.

Tariff Day For India

China, India and the countries in the European Union are the latest nations to feel the wrath of President Trump when it comes to trade. Correspondent Rich Johnson has the latest on tariffs imposed and threatened, and the responses abroad.

Chicago Reaction To National Guard Deployments

President Trump continues to float the possibility of deploying National Guard troops to Chicago to fight crime, which has drawn angry responses by Chicago’s mayor and the Illinois governor. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports the news comes as Washington, DC, where the Guard is currently patrolling, recorded its first murder in 12 days.

Language Rule For Truckers

The Trump Administration is putting the pedal to the metal, threatening funding for some states over enforcing English rules for truckers. Correspondent Julie Walker reports the move comes following a deadly 18-wheeler crash in Florida by a driver who did not speak any English.

Confidence Waning

It seems we’re lacking confidence in the nation’s economy. Correspondent Marcela Sanchez reports on the latest U.S. consumer confidence data.

Texas Redistricting Lawsuit

Voting rights advocates are filing suit against Texas Republicans' redistricting plans. Correspondent Jennifer King reports.

Finally

Saying she “immediately freaked out,” pop singing sensation Taylor Swift and football star Travis Kelce announced they will tie the knot after a nearly two-year relationship. Our entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has the story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices