CNN 5 Things What Putin wants, Texas House reconvenes, ‘woke’ teacher test & more
Aug 15, 2025
A Russia expert delves into Vladimir Putin's potential strategy for his meeting with Donald Trump, raising questions about U.S.-Russia relations. Meanwhile, Hurricane Erin's path becomes a pressing concern as it heads toward the Caribbean. Texas Republicans have called for a special session to redraw congressional maps, sparking political debates. Additionally, a controversial new teacher test in Oklahoma seeks to address claims of political bias in education. There's a lot happening!
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Putin's Negotiation Playbook
- Angela Stent says Putin will act charming and exploit Trump's desire to reset relations.
- Putin aims to avoid committing to end the war in Ukraine while framing talks as a first stage.
DC Pushes Back Against Federal Takeover
- D.C. sued to block the federal takeover of its police and sought a temporary restraining order.
- The city's police chief warned the directive poses a greater threat to law and order than any single government action she's seen.
Aaron Could Become A Major Hurricane
- Hurricane Aaron is strengthening and expected to reach major hurricane strength while passing north of the northeastern Caribbean.
- It likely will not make landfall but will bring heavy rain, gusty winds, rough seas, and dangerous rip currents.