Tuesday marks the first day of fall, and D.C. weather is catching on. Consider celebrating with a pumpkin spice latte. Here’s what today’s issue covers:
- Trump’s UNGA address
- Greenland deal
- John Curtis’s letter
- Jeffries criticizes Golden and Lawler
- Harris campaigns with El-Sayed
Trump’s UNGA Address
President Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly, emphasizing the need for a change in how Artificial Intelligence is referenced. Trump proposed replacing the term “artificial intelligence” with “super intelligence” in U.S. government documents. He stated that the term artificial suggests something is fake, while the technology is genuinely astonishing but requires cautious handling.
“Welcome to the new world of super intelligence — SI.”
Trump made a significant point regarding Iran, hinting at a big decision on the U.S. involvement in Iran, possibly post-election. He mentioned efforts to resolve the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, with new sanctions planned under a law commemorating the late Senator Lindsey Graham, if required.
“We will get that one done. It’s going to happen more quickly than people understand.”
During his speech, Trump also discussed Cuba, predicting the end of its communist regime as the Cuban delegation walked out.
Greenland Deal
During a later session, Trump signed a significant agreement with Greenland and Denmark, enhancing the U.S.’s military presence and influence in the Arctic. Trump stated that the deal would safeguard multiple nations and NATO, beginning the development of a substantial military presence immediately.
The U.S. plans include reopening a Cold War-era base and deploying forces in Greenland, with the agreement updating a previous one from 1951.
On Capitol Hill
Senator John Curtis from Utah called for an investigation into the activities of Donald Trump Jr. and Hunter Biden, citing potential foreign influences in their business endeavors. Curtis expressed concerns over Trump Jr.’s associations with Russian oligarchs and Hunter Biden’s dealings with China and Ukraine.
Jeffries Criticizes Golden
Representative Hakeem Jeffries attacked a recent endorsement of Rep. Mike Lawler by Democratic Rep. Jared Golden, labeling Lawler as a partisan supporter of Trump. Jeffries discounted the endorsement as a desperate tactic by Lawler.
Other News
The White House launched Trump TV, a continuous stream, following the barring of several media outlets from the White House. California Governor Gavin Newsom described it as state-run media.
The FAA reported resumption of flights along the East Coast following a disruption. Secretary Sean Duffy highlighted the need for modernization of infrastructure to prevent future issues.
Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed was scheduled to campaign with Vice President Kamala Harris, and in academic news, MIT surpassed Princeton in the U.S. News & World Report rankings.
Quick Hits
- A Venezuelan man shot by an ICE officer was rehospitalized after issues during surgery.
- Princeton University lost its top spot in college rankings to MIT for the first time in 15 years.
Acknowledging those who made it this far, a rare photo of the endangered Ili pika, or Magic Rabbit, has surfaced.
Hispanic Rights Group Advocates Against Deportation of Shooting Witness 
NYC Mayor and Trump Clash Over Media Access 
FAA Issues Ground Stops Due to Equipment Failure 
Judge Experienced in White House Press Access Case 
Hunter Charged in Accidental Shooting of Woman Mistaken for Deer 
Media Outlets Sue After White House Ban