Morning Wire Evening Wire: Ukraine’s Domestic Missiles & Maxwell Transcripts Public | 8.25.25
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Aug 25, 2025 The National Guard is on patrol in D.C. amidst rising crime concerns. Ukraine's missile production is making headlines as Canada relaxes its tariffs. Revelations about Israeli airstrikes and Chinese influence on local elections raise eyebrows. Meanwhile, Ghislaine Maxwell speaks out about Jeffrey Epstein's death, stirring political ripples within the Democratic National Committee. The discussion also touches on flag desecration policies and changing pub culture in England, showcasing the dynamic intersection of politics and society.
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Guard Deployed Armed In D.C.
- The National Guard is now armed and allowed to detain suspects while backing up D.C. police at transit hubs and streets.
- The White House frames this as protecting federal assets and resident safety amid criticisms of federal overreach.
Ukraine Asserts Domestic Long-Range Capability
- Ukraine claims it can now produce long-range missiles domestically and strike deep into Russia without U.S. approval.
- Zelensky framed this as reducing reliance on Western restraint amid reports the U.S. limited strikes during peace talks.
Canada Eases Some Retaliatory Tariffs
- Canada will roll back a 25% tariff on about half of U.S. goods as it seeks a better deal with the U.S.
- Tariffs on aluminum, steel, and cars remain, while most Canada-U.S. trade is now tariff-free per the PM.