The 7 RFK Jr. hearing; Trump’s ‘War Department’ order; Stephen Miller’s role; leaf-peeping; and more
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Sep 5, 2025 Dive into the heated congressional hearing where the Health Secretary faced tough questions about COVID-19 management. Discover the fallout from CDC firings and Trump’s plan to rename the Department of Defense. Explore Stephen Miller's role in shaping law enforcement policies and the implications for firearm ownership among transgender individuals. Plus, get insights on the job market and how humanoid robots are making their mark. Finally, uncover the best fall leaf peeping spots for your autumn adventures.
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Controversial Health Secretary Hearing
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Senate hearing exposed deep controversy over CDC leadership and COVID death figures.
- Kennedy defended firings and blamed the CDC for failing on pandemic response and chronic disease prevention.
Planned Rename Of Defense Department
- The administration plans to rename the Defense Department to the Department of War by executive order.
- Legal and logistical hurdles exist because Congress historically set the department's name and rebranding would be costly.
Stephen Miller Running D.C. Policing Effort
- Stephen Miller is driving the White House push to control D.C. policing through direct meetings and arrest monitoring.
- Miller's role shows how key aides can operationalize the president's law-and-order priorities inside the West Wing.