Priscilla Huff
@phuffdaddy.bsky.social
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New: CNN’s White House team spent the weekend wondering whether they’ll be traveling with Trump after his press ban, with the network scheduled for TV pool duty Monday
CNN has retained attorney Ted Boutrous, as banned outlets weigh legal action
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CNN has retained attorney Ted Boutrous, as banned outlets weigh legal action
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The Press Pool Predicament
As news organizations prepare to challenge Trump’s media ban in court, CNN’s scheduled pool duty is forcing the press corps to immediately confront how far it will go in defense of its barred colleagu...
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September 21, 2026 at 12:18 AM
New: CNN’s White House team spent the weekend wondering whether they’ll be traveling with Trump after his press ban, with the network scheduled for TV pool duty Monday
CNN has retained attorney Ted Boutrous, as banned outlets weigh legal action
www.status.news/p/trump-pres...
CNN has retained attorney Ted Boutrous, as banned outlets weigh legal action
www.status.news/p/trump-pres...
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Previously unseen tax filings for the Kennedy Center paint a fuller picture of the finances Trump inherited—and what happened during his first months in charge, @janaykingsberry.bsky.social reports:
The Kennedy Center’s Tax Return
A previously unseen filing captures the state of the institution seven months after Donald Trump’s takeover.
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September 20, 2026 at 1:15 AM
Previously unseen tax filings for the Kennedy Center paint a fuller picture of the finances Trump inherited—and what happened during his first months in charge, @janaykingsberry.bsky.social reports:
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Readers share memories from the Kennedy Center, and we heard stories from people who waited nine hours for “Hamilton” tickets; who worked as ushers; whose lives were shaped by the art they witnessed and the people they met.
Why the Kennedy Center matters so much to so many
We asked Washington Post readers to share memories of the storied arts hub. Hundreds responded.
www.washingtonpost.com
September 20, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Readers share memories from the Kennedy Center, and we heard stories from people who waited nine hours for “Hamilton” tickets; who worked as ushers; whose lives were shaped by the art they witnessed and the people they met.
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The Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time in three years. It comes as the war in Iran continues to put pressure on prices. https://to.pbs.org/4huWU4V
Interest rate hike a ‘reassuring’ sign Fed is acting independently, economist says
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates by a quarter of a point, the first hike in three years. It comes as the war in Iran continues to put pressure on prices and is the first major move by Fed Cha...
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September 17, 2026 at 1:20 AM
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time in three years. It comes as the war in Iran continues to put pressure on prices. https://to.pbs.org/4huWU4V
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A three-judge panel showed skepticism toward the Justice Department attempt to revive prosecutions of former FBI director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, after a ruling that the prosecutor overseeing them was illegally appointed.
DOJ seeks to revive cases against Comey, James a year after dismissals
Charges in Virginia against the prominent Trump critics were thrown out last year after a court ruled the U.S. attorney overseeing them had been appointed illegally.
www.washingtonpost.com
September 16, 2026 at 1:45 AM
A three-judge panel showed skepticism toward the Justice Department attempt to revive prosecutions of former FBI director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, after a ruling that the prosecutor overseeing them was illegally appointed.
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Exclusive: Leaders of the Kennedy Center say it's on the brink of bankruptcy and argue that putting President Trump's name on its facade may be the only way to avoid imminent and “certain fiscal collapse," documents show.
Read more: https://wapo.st/4r97EJJ
Read more: https://wapo.st/4r97EJJ
Kennedy Center could close as early as Tuesday, warns of bankruptcy, documents show
Officials said the center is facing “certain fiscal collapse” within weeks, insist that adding President Donald Trump’s name may be the only way to avoid bankruptcy.
wapo.st
September 14, 2026 at 12:50 AM
Exclusive: Leaders of the Kennedy Center say it's on the brink of bankruptcy and argue that putting President Trump's name on its facade may be the only way to avoid imminent and “certain fiscal collapse," documents show.
Read more: https://wapo.st/4r97EJJ
Read more: https://wapo.st/4r97EJJ
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A display of 2,977 lights, one for each life lost during 9/11, formed the Twin Towers over New York Harbor ahead of the 25th anniversary.
September 11, 2026 at 1:30 AM
A display of 2,977 lights, one for each life lost during 9/11, formed the Twin Towers over New York Harbor ahead of the 25th anniversary.
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Vice President JD Vance has taken the stage at the Republican convention in Dallas for a prime-time speech.
Watch live and follow our live coverage: https://on.wsj.com/4yzP4go
Watch live and follow our live coverage: https://on.wsj.com/4yzP4go
RNC Midterm Convention Live: Trump, JD Vance to Speak in Dallas
Republicans are looking to hammer home their midterm election messaging on the second day of their party convention in Dallas. Vice President JD Vance will speak around 9 p.m. ET., followed by closin...
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September 11, 2026 at 1:32 AM
Vice President JD Vance has taken the stage at the Republican convention in Dallas for a prime-time speech.
Watch live and follow our live coverage: https://on.wsj.com/4yzP4go
Watch live and follow our live coverage: https://on.wsj.com/4yzP4go
Reporting from Dallas on story 2: Talarico versus Paxton for US Senate www.localnewslive.com/2026/09/10/t...
Texas politics takes center stage at 2026 RNC Convention
Texas politics and its contested Senate race take center stage at the 2026 RNC Convention in Dallas, Texas.
www.localnewslive.com
September 10, 2026 at 2:09 AM
Reporting from Dallas on story 2: Talarico versus Paxton for US Senate www.localnewslive.com/2026/09/10/t...
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Republicans will descend on Dallas this week for a two-day convention dreamed up by President Donald Trump to rally his supporters for this year's midterm elections. https://to.pbs.org/3TfEeNo
What to watch as Republicans gather in Dallas for Trump's unusual midterm convention
Midterms are often difficult for the party in power in Washington, and Trump believes the event can juice enthusiasm for the party and boost turnout among his voters.
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September 9, 2026 at 12:51 AM
Republicans will descend on Dallas this week for a two-day convention dreamed up by President Donald Trump to rally his supporters for this year's midterm elections. https://to.pbs.org/3TfEeNo
As we approach the 25th anniversary of 9/11/01, a brief remembrance of that day in the nation’s capital www.localnewslive.com/2026/09/05/r...
Reporting from the streets of Washington on September 11
Washington native and reporter Priscilla Huff walked the streets of the capital city on September 11, trying to figure out what was going on following the attacks at the World Trade Center and Pentago...
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September 8, 2026 at 1:33 AM
As we approach the 25th anniversary of 9/11/01, a brief remembrance of that day in the nation’s capital www.localnewslive.com/2026/09/05/r...
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This year's campaigns already have been combative, busy and expensive, and they are expected to get even more so as a larger number of voters tune in ahead of the Nov. 3 general election.
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Midterm elections head into the home stretch as candidates attend Labor Day events
This year’s campaigns already have been combative, busy and expensive.
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September 8, 2026 at 12:02 AM
This year's campaigns already have been combative, busy and expensive, and they are expected to get even more so as a larger number of voters tune in ahead of the Nov. 3 general election.
https://to.pbs.org/4qYGULL
https://to.pbs.org/4qYGULL
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Peter Bergen, who has covered national security for CNN since the 1990s, has a unique collection: a comprehensive trove detailing the rise of al-Qaeda.
For the 25th anniversary of 9/11, Bergen is donating his archive to Georgetown University’s library.
For the 25th anniversary of 9/11, Bergen is donating his archive to Georgetown University’s library.
A CNN journalist spent years reporting on al-Qaeda. Now he’s handing over a massive archive.
On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, Bergen donated more than 150,000 pages of documents to Georgetown University.
www.washingtonpost.com
September 8, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Peter Bergen, who has covered national security for CNN since the 1990s, has a unique collection: a comprehensive trove detailing the rise of al-Qaeda.
For the 25th anniversary of 9/11, Bergen is donating his archive to Georgetown University’s library.
For the 25th anniversary of 9/11, Bergen is donating his archive to Georgetown University’s library.
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NEW: An armed individual lunged at Democratic candidate for Ohio governor Dr. Amy Acton while she was at the Canfield Fair in Mahoning County, resulting in the injuries of multiple people who were nearby. A suspect is in custody. www.wlwt.com/article/amy-...
Amy Acton attacked at campaign event near Youngstown; multiple people reportedly injured
Amy Acton was reportedly attacked at a campaign event near Youngstown on Sunday.
www.wlwt.com
September 6, 2026 at 9:18 PM
NEW: An armed individual lunged at Democratic candidate for Ohio governor Dr. Amy Acton while she was at the Canfield Fair in Mahoning County, resulting in the injuries of multiple people who were nearby. A suspect is in custody. www.wlwt.com/article/amy-...
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Mortgage rates climbed to their highest levels in more than a year, as recent turmoil in the bond market continued to spread.
Mortgage Rates Hit 6.71%, Their Highest Level Since July 2025
Higher costs for home loans have put a squeeze on the housing market, adding pressure to consumers already struggling with elevated inflation.
nyti.ms
September 4, 2026 at 1:40 AM
Mortgage rates climbed to their highest levels in more than a year, as recent turmoil in the bond market continued to spread.
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A large swath of the National Mall lawn was closed to the public this week for a months-long turf-restoration project.
President Trump accused vandals of damaging the grass, but the affected area was also the site of several Freedom 250 events.
President Trump accused vandals of damaging the grass, but the affected area was also the site of several Freedom 250 events.
Mile-long stretch of National Mall closed until 2027 for turf renovation
Trump accused vandals of damaging grass, but the affected area was also the site of several Freedom 250 events.
www.washingtonpost.com
September 3, 2026 at 1:15 AM
A large swath of the National Mall lawn was closed to the public this week for a months-long turf-restoration project.
President Trump accused vandals of damaging the grass, but the affected area was also the site of several Freedom 250 events.
President Trump accused vandals of damaging the grass, but the affected area was also the site of several Freedom 250 events.
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At least two people were killed in a mass shooting in a downtown Minneapolis apartment building that left three police officers among those injured, officials said.
The shooter was also confirmed dead, officials said. https://cnn.it/4gMZ8eu
The shooter was also confirmed dead, officials said. https://cnn.it/4gMZ8eu
September 3, 2026 at 1:15 AM
At least two people were killed in a mass shooting in a downtown Minneapolis apartment building that left three police officers among those injured, officials said.
The shooter was also confirmed dead, officials said. https://cnn.it/4gMZ8eu
The shooter was also confirmed dead, officials said. https://cnn.it/4gMZ8eu
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Dale Sanders started Sept. 6 in West Virginia, hopscotched around with some brief breaks and finished Monday atop Maine's highest peak, where he paused to pray at the sign marking the summit. https://to.pbs.org/4i4MslF
At 91, Dale 'Grey Beard' Sanders reclaims record as oldest hiker to complete the Appalachian Trail
Dale Sanders started last Sept. 6 in West Virginia, hiked the nearly 2,200-mile trail in out-of-order sections with breaks in between, and finished Monday atop Mount Katahdin in Maine.
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September 1, 2026 at 1:17 AM
Dale Sanders started Sept. 6 in West Virginia, hopscotched around with some brief breaks and finished Monday atop Maine's highest peak, where he paused to pray at the sign marking the summit. https://to.pbs.org/4i4MslF
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Nearly 30 years after Tupac Shakur’s death, a jury in Las Vegas on Monday found Duane Keith Davis guilty of orchestrating the 1996 murder. Follow live updates. nyti.ms/3SB9Gp9
September 1, 2026 at 1:20 AM
Nearly 30 years after Tupac Shakur’s death, a jury in Las Vegas on Monday found Duane Keith Davis guilty of orchestrating the 1996 murder. Follow live updates. nyti.ms/3SB9Gp9
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More than six years after protesters in Richmond toppled an iconic statue of Jefferson Davis amid national civil rights demonstrations, work crews quietly removed three remaining Confederate monuments from their pedestals across town.
Three remaining Confederate statues removed from Virginia’s Capitol
A former state senator who spearheaded the effort said it was not erasing history but making room for a conversation about whom to honor next.
www.washingtonpost.com
August 29, 2026 at 2:30 AM
More than six years after protesters in Richmond toppled an iconic statue of Jefferson Davis amid national civil rights demonstrations, work crews quietly removed three remaining Confederate monuments from their pedestals across town.
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U.S. Sen. Darline Graham won the Republican nomination to replace her late brother Lindsey Graham on South Carolina’s general election ballot. bit.ly/3SoFBZP
August 26, 2026 at 1:20 AM
U.S. Sen. Darline Graham won the Republican nomination to replace her late brother Lindsey Graham on South Carolina’s general election ballot. bit.ly/3SoFBZP
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The world is mourning the passing of Dolly Parton. Her enormous legacy spans not only music, but the world of movies and entertainment, health care, philanthropy and education. https://to.pbs.org/46jwdtI
Remembering Dolly Parton, whose artistry and generosity touched generations
The world is mourning the passing of the queen of country, Dolly Parton. Her enormous legacy spans not only music, but the world of movies and entertainment, health care, philanthropy and education. A...
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August 26, 2026 at 1:30 AM
The world is mourning the passing of Dolly Parton. Her enormous legacy spans not only music, but the world of movies and entertainment, health care, philanthropy and education. https://to.pbs.org/46jwdtI
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The Louisiana National Guard announced this week that it is ending its eight-month deployment patrolling the streets of New Orleans.
Louisiana National Guard ends deployment in New Orleans after eight months patrolling French Quarter
The Louisiana National Guard announced this week that it is ending its eight-month deployment patrolling the streets of New Orleans. Guard spokesperson Lt. Col.
bit.ly
August 26, 2026 at 1:30 AM
The Louisiana National Guard announced this week that it is ending its eight-month deployment patrolling the streets of New Orleans.
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The Supreme Court temporarily cleared the way for construction of President Trump’s White House ballroom to continue. https://to.pbs.org/4wAB8B7
From White House ballroom to IndyCar race, Trump's spectacles take center stage in D.C.
The Supreme Court temporarily cleared the way for construction of President Trump’s White House ballroom to continue while the justices consider his administration’s appeal. White House correspondent ...
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August 22, 2026 at 1:30 AM
The Supreme Court temporarily cleared the way for construction of President Trump’s White House ballroom to continue. https://to.pbs.org/4wAB8B7
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Autopsies show how hard doctors tried to save babies who died after not getting a vitamin K shot: tubes inserted in their airways, blood transfusions.
They’re excruciating to read because they underscore how preventable these deaths could have been.
(Published May)
They’re excruciating to read because they underscore how preventable these deaths could have been.
(Published May)
What I Can’t Forget About the Babies Who Died After Not Receiving a Vitamin K Shot
Babies have died after not receiving the vitamin K shot at birth. Their autopsy records underscore how preventable their deaths could have been.
www.propublica.org
August 21, 2026 at 2:27 AM
Autopsies show how hard doctors tried to save babies who died after not getting a vitamin K shot: tubes inserted in their airways, blood transfusions.
They’re excruciating to read because they underscore how preventable these deaths could have been.
(Published May)
They’re excruciating to read because they underscore how preventable these deaths could have been.
(Published May)