CNN 5 Things Trump fires commissioner, Montana’s deadly shooting, Carrie Bradshaw’s goodbye & more
Aug 1, 2025
President Trump makes waves by firing a key commissioner amid claims of manipulated job data. Tensions rise as the U.S. reevaluates military strategies against threats from Russia. A tragic shooting at a Montana bar leaves four dead, sparking a manhunt. Plus, fans bid farewell to Carrie Bradshaw as a major chapter in 'Sex and the City' comes to a close, with insights from Sarah Jessica Parker on the show's lasting impact.
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Trump Fires Labor Commissioner
- President Trump fired Labor Statistics Commissioner Erica McIntyre over weak job numbers without evidence.
- The latest job report showed only 73,000 jobs added and downward revisions, the weakest since the 2020 pandemic recession.
Nuclear Subs Near Russia Signal Deterrence
- Trump ordered two nuclear subs near Russia to signal US deterrence amid escalating online rhetoric.
- The move likely serves as a strategic warning rather than a direct threat.
Public Broadcasting Funding Ends
- The Corporation for Public Broadcasting will shut down due to Republican defunding of PBS and NPR.
- Federal funds will stop September 30, ending support for many local public media outlets.