The Wenzhou Intermediate People’s Court in China has sentenced 11 individuals to death for their involvement in a billion-dollar criminal enterprise operating out of Myanmar, primarily involved in online scams and gambling, which resulted in the deaths of workers attempting to escape. The Ming crime family, linked to the infamous Crouching Tiger Villa, used its influence in the Kokang region to establish a network of illicit activities, including telecommunications fraud and prostitution. The crackdown, prompted by Beijing’s concern over cross-border crime, resulted in numerous arrests and the repatriation of over 53,000 Chinese suspects. The court’s decision reflects China’s intensified efforts to combat these criminal operations.
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Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, a Republican, has requested the deployment of National Guard troops to New Orleans and other cities through 2026, citing the need to combat crime. This request aligns with Trump’s previous actions, which have included sending troops to other cities like Washington D.C. and Memphis, despite crime statistics showing significant decreases in some areas. While the governor pointed to elevated violent crime rates and law enforcement shortages, data indicates that New Orleans is experiencing its fewest murders since 1970, with decreases in carjackings, vehicle burglaries, and shootings. This request has drawn criticism from Democratic leaders in other states and comes amidst concerns about the potential misuse of military force.
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Indianapolis police are investigating a Sunday morning shooting at 6900 Shore Terrace that resulted in two fatalities and five injuries. The incident, which occurred around 2:30 a.m. in a parking lot, involved six men and one woman. This shooting follows an earlier incident on Saturday evening where a 34-year-old man threatened employees at a McDonald’s, leading to an officer-involved shooting and the suspect’s arrest. Authorities are urging the public to avoid the area and are asking anyone with information to come forward.
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Early Tuesday morning, police in Milwaukee arrested two adults after discovering six children, ranging from two months to nine years old, locked inside a storage unit. The children were unharmed, and a 26-year-old woman and a 33-year-old man were taken into custody. Regular customers of the storage facility expressed shock and questioned the facility’s security, noting they had never seen children at the location previously. The relationship between the adults and children, as well as the circumstances of the incident, remain under investigation. The Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office will review the charges.
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President Donald Trump signed an order deploying the National Guard to Memphis, Tennessee, aiming to combat crime in the city, mirroring his approach in Washington, D.C. The deployment, which will involve a special task force with various federal agencies, was announced with Republican Governor Bill Lee present, although details on the timing and specifics of the enforcement efforts were not immediately available. Despite recent reports of crime decreases in Memphis, the White House cited the city’s higher-than-average crime rate as justification for the intervention. While Memphis’s Democratic mayor expressed opposition to the deployment, Trump indicated a willingness to send troops to other cities, including Chicago, regardless of local support.
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A photograph featured in a new book depicts a warm relationship between Peter Mandelson, now the UK ambassador to the US, and an unnamed individual. Accompanying the image is a heartfelt message from Mandelson declaring the person his “best pal,” regardless of location. The photograph and accompanying sentiment highlight a close friendship between the two figures.
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During a speech at the Museum of the Bible, President Trump asserted that crime in Washington, D.C. was nearly eradicated due to the presence of federal troops, claiming the city was now a “totally safe zone.” He expressed frustration with the inclusion of domestic disturbances in crime statistics, suggesting these inflated the numbers. However, Trump’s statements are dubious, as D.C. was not the most dangerous city before his intervention and he has faced numerous allegations of abuse and has been convicted of crimes himself. Furthermore, a federal appeals court upheld an $83 million defamation judgment against him, adding to his legal issues.
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On August 22, 2025, Iryna Zarutska, a 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee, was fatally stabbed while riding a Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) train. The unprovoked attack was carried out by Decarlos Brown, who then attempted to flee before being apprehended by Charlotte police. Brown is facing first-degree murder charges and has a history of criminal activity and mental health issues. The incident has prompted a wave of grief and calls for increased safety measures, with Mayor Vi Lyles expressing commitment to protecting residents.
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Conservative commentator Megyn Kelly criticized Donald Trump’s plans to expand his crime crackdown, which began in Washington, D.C. with the federalization of police and deployment of the National Guard. Kelly called the proposed action in cities like Chicago “unconstitutional,” particularly in light of a recent court ruling against Trump’s military deployment in California. Trump has since suggested he might wait for an invitation from Chicago’s governor, while shifting his focus to New Orleans, where the governor requested assistance. Kelly reluctantly agreed with the Illinois governor, stating Trump does not have legal permission to implement this plan without an invitation.
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John Q. Hosedrinker