Morning Wire Monday Afternoon Update | 1.23.23
Jan 23, 2023
Tune in for crucial national updates, including President Biden's potential new chief of staff and a hero who disarmed a shooter. Learn about alarming trends in southern border arrests tied to the terror watch list. Discover significant stories like the closure of Nike's Seattle store and Regal Cinemas' lease challenges. Tech news heats up with Microsoft's investment in OpenAI, alongside legal troubles for a former FBI agent. Stay informed with this lively mix of urgent news and intriguing developments.
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Monterey Park Hero
- Brandon Tsay disarmed the Monterey Park shooter at a second dance hall, preventing further casualties.
- Tsay wrestled with the shooter, took his gun, and told him to leave.
Terror Watchlist Arrests
- U.S. border arrests of individuals on the terror watchlist have increased significantly.
- In 2020, only three suspects were arrested, compared to 98 in 2022 and 38 already in 2023.
Seattle Closures
- Nike closed its flagship Seattle store after 26 years.
- This closure, alongside Regal Cinemas', is attributed to rising homelessness and crime.