CNN 5 Things Gaza hospital hit, Abrego Garcia in custody, sneaky inflation & more
Aug 25, 2025
A hospital strike in Gaza claims many lives, sparking outrage from Illinois leaders over Trump's National Guard plans for Chicago. In a twist, Kilmar Abrego Garcia is now in ICE custody after turning himself in. Meanwhile, a Ukrainian journalist, imprisoned in Russia for years, experiences newfound freedom. The discussion also dives into the sneaky phenomenon of 'sneakflation,' revealing how hidden price hikes are impacting consumers’ wallets. Expect humor as they analyze political antics through a quirky lens.
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Hospital Strike Kills Journalists
- Israel struck a Gaza hospital and more than a dozen people, including journalists, were reported killed. The Israeli military acknowledged a strike in the area but did not directly address consecutive hits on the facility.
Illinois Officials Reject Guard Plan
- Trump plans to deploy the National Guard to Chicago, but Illinois leaders strongly oppose the move. Officials say there is no clear emergency and they may pursue legal action against federalization of state troops.
Abrego-Garcia Surrenders To ICE
- Kilmar Abrego-Garcia turned himself in at a Baltimore immigration facility after being unlawfully deported earlier this year. ICE took him into custody amid warnings he could be sent to Uganda soon.