CNN 5 Things DC under federal control, Trump-Putin summit, marijuana classification & more
Aug 11, 2025
President Trump unveils plans for federal control in D.C. to tackle crime, while legal developments in the Ghislaine Maxwell case unfold. A crucial summit between Trump and Putin is on the horizon, igniting discussions about the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Meanwhile, proposed changes to federal marijuana policy could be on the table. On a lighter note, AOL bids farewell to dial-up service, marking the end of an era in technology.
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D.C. Under Federal Control Plan
- President Donald Trump announced placing D.C. police under federal control and mobilizing about 800 National Guard troops.
- The D.C. Metro Police reported overall crime lower than last year, contradicting Trump's claims.
Judge Blocks Epstein Material Release
- Judge Paul Engelmeyer rejected DOJ's bid to unseal grand jury material in Ghislaine Maxwell's case.
- He noted much of the requested material was already public from Maxwell's 2021 trial.
Summit Faces Major Unresolved Issues
- U.S. officials rush to finalize a Trump-Putin Alaska summit amid disputes over invitations and terms.
- Putin reportedly demands Ukraine cede the entire Donbass, a proposal Ukraine firmly rejects.