Senator Ron Wyden requests an investigation into DHS's resource allocation, citing a shift from child exploitation and human trafficking cases to immigration enforcement.

Anthony McNair received additional 42 months for stabbing an inmate after his conviction for armored car heists.

U.S. suspends duty-free importing to combat drug trafficking and threats from deceptive shipping practices, affecting goods from Canada, Mexico, China, and Hong Kong.

A suspect, Andre Thomas, was arrested for a knife-related assault in Northwest Washington, DC after a verbal argument turned violent, causing non-life-threatening injuries to one person.

USDA decentralizes, creating regional hubs including one in Indianapolis, praised by local politicians for bringing services closer to agricultural communities and saving taxpayer money.

The Federal Reserve has maintained the federal funds rate at 4-1/4 to 4-1/2 percent, aiming to balance growth and low unemployment with inflation control.

Vice President JD Vance promoted the One Big Beautiful Bill in Ohio, which includes significant tax cuts and provisions to lower energy costs, enhance Medicaid, secure borders, and encourage domestic growth.

U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean P. Duffy announces a $6.2 billion investment in 20 contracts to maintain the Ready Reserve Force for military and disaster response.

Five individuals plead guilty to smuggling items, including a knife and drugs, into the D.C. Jail. They face up to five years in prison for the crime.

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, warning of potential flash floods due to heavy rains and thunderstorms.

Sherwood Russell, a 35-year-old D.C. resident, was indicted on federal firearms charges as part of the "Make D.C. Safe and Beautiful" initiative following a domestic disturbance incident.

August 4 is a fee-free day at US public lands in honor of the fifth anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act, with ongoing improvements to national sites.

SBA revokes USAID's 8(a) contract authority after a bribery scandal involving $550 million, as announced by Administrator Kelly Loeffler. An audit is promised.