Reuters World News ICE shooting, UNGA, Argentina-US and TikTok sale
Sep 25, 2025
A gunman tragically opened fire at an ICE office in Dallas, leaving one dead and others injured. Meanwhile, President Trump threatens mass firings of federal workers if a government shutdown occurs. In Argentina, President Javier Milei secures crucial financial support from the U.S. to boost his reform agenda. At the UN, Ukraine's President Zelensky warns of a dangerous AI arms race and global security weaknesses. Additionally, Trump moves forward with plans for TikTok’s U.S. operations to be sold to Oracle and Silver Lake.
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Political Rhetoric Linked To Targeted Violence
- A gunman attacked an ICE field office in Dallas, killing one detainee and injuring two before killing himself.
- Authorities found shell casings marked "anti-ice," suggesting an ideological motive behind the targeted violence.
Administration Prepares Mass Federal Firings
- The Trump administration told agencies to prepare to fire federal workers if a shutdown occurs, not just furlough them.
- Officials may permanently cut staff and later decide who to rehire, signaling a push to shrink the federal workforce.
Zelensky Warns Of AI Arms Race
- Volodymyr Zelensky warned at the UN that unchecked conflict and AI-driven arms races could erode global security.
- He argued weak alliances risk leaving much of the world unsafe if international security platforms fail.