NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks gained ground on Wall Street Friday following a better-than-expected report on the U.S. job market.

The gains were broad, with every sector in the S&amp;P 500 rising. That solidified a second consecutive winning week for the benchmark index, which has rallied back from a slump two months ago to come within striking distance of its record high.

The S&amp;P 500 rose 61.06 points, or 1%, to 6,000.36. It is now within 2.3% of its record.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 443.13 points, or 1%, to 42,762.87. The Nasdaq rose 231.50 points, or 1.2%, to 19,529.95.

Technology stocks, with their outsized values, led the broad gains. Chipmaker Nvidia jumped 1.2% and iPhone maker Apple rose 1.6%.

Tesla rose 3.7%, regaining some of the big&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/musk-tesla-robotaxi-trump-tax-bill-budget-359f8ddd3739793b3c5e8ab92d191879">losses it suffered on Thursday</a>&nbsp;when Trump and Musk&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/musk-trump-spacex-dragon-capsule-e1fa0607a8e69bc2ad1677f5920b5f56">sparred feverishly on social media</a>.

<a href="https://apnews.com/article/circle-ipo-stablecoin-usdc-tether-nyse-b39736690f28824bdd06cfd2ad98dcf3">Circle Internet Group</a>, the U.S.-based issuer of one of the most popular cryptocurrencies, rose 29.4%. That adds to its 168% gain from Thursday when it debuted on the New York Stock Exchange.

U.S. employers&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/jobs-unemployment-trump-tariffs-economy-fdd4d1075b2b4490993a863ccb6950c1">slowed their hiring last month</a>, but still added a solid 139,000 jobs amid uncertainty over President Donald Trump’s trade war. The closely watched monthly update reaffirmed that the job market remains resilient, despite worries from businesses and consumers about the impact of tariffs on goods going to and coming from the U.S. and its most important trading partners.

“It looks like, for now, everything is kind of running smoothly,” said Chris Zaccarelli, chief investment officer for Northlight Asset Management. “Investors see that as a positive, but we also haven't seen the full effect of tariffs yet.”

President Donald Trump’s on-again-off-again tariffs continue to weigh on companies. Lululemon Athletica plunged 19.8% after the maker of yoga clothing cut its profit expectations late Thursday as it tries to offset the impact of tariffs while being buffeted by competition from start-up brands.

Lululemon joins a wide range of companies, from retailers to airlines, who have warned investors about the potential hit to their revenue and profits because of tariffs raising costs and consumers potentially tightening their spending.

Hopes that&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/donald-trump">Trump</a>&nbsp;will lower his&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/consumer-prices-inflation-trump-trade-6ea513a44876c2f4dc948a25c15b0eb0">tariffs</a>&nbsp;after reaching trade deals with other countries have been among the main reasons the S&amp;P 500 has&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/stocks-markets-tariffs-trump-china-e2b0968cc5f496fa0dd1cdb33d30a7c7">rallied back so furiously</a>&nbsp;since dropping roughly 20% from its record two months ago. Senior U.S. administration officials will meet with a Chinese delegation on Monday in London for the next round of&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/donald-trump-china-xi-jinping-trade-81af927e3003610bbad7d84a154c6354">trade negotiations</a>&nbsp;between Washington and Beijing.

The economy is already absorbing the impact from tariffs on a wide range of goods from key trading partners, along with raw materials such as steel. Heavier tariffs could hit businesses and consumers in the coming months.

The U.S. economy contracted during the first quarter. Recent surveys by the Institute for Supply Management, a trade group of purchasing managers, found that both American manufacturing and services businesses contracted last month. On Tuesday, the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/oecd-economy-growth-us-tariffs-b0e7a05c80035bc41f600d7710919730">Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development</a>&nbsp;forecast 1.6% growth for the U.S. economy this year, down from 2.8% last year.

The uncertainty over tariffs and their economic impact has put the Federal Reserve in a delicate position.

“All things being equal, you can clearly see they are on hold,” Zaccarelli said.

The central bank is holding its benchmark interest rate steady as it worries about tariffs reigniting inflation. It fought hard, using interest rate increases, to ease inflation back toward its target of 2% and rates have been hovering just above that level.

The Fed has been hesitant to cut interest rates in 2025 after trimming rates three times late last year. While lower interest rates can give the economy a boost, they can also push inflation higher. That could be especially damaging if import taxes are also raising costs for businesses and consumers.

Wall Street expects the central bank to hold rates steady at its June meeting, but traders are forecasting that it will have to cut interest rates later this year in an effort to prop up the economy.

In the bond market, Treasury yields made significant gains. The yield on the 10-year Treasury rose to 4.51% from 4.39% late Thursday. The two-year Treasury yield, which more closely tracks traders’ expectations for what the Federal Reserve will do with overnight interest rates, rose to 4.04% from 3.92% late Thursday.

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks gained ground on Wall Street Friday following a better-than-expected report on the U.S. job market.The gains were broad, with every sector in the S&amp;P 500 rising. That solidified a second consecutive winning week for the benchmark index, which has rallied back from a slump two months ago to come within striking distance of its record high.The S&amp;P 500 rose 61.06 points, or 1%, to 6,000.36. It is now within 2.3% of its record.The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 443.13 points, or 1%, to 42,762.87. The Nasdaq rose 231.50 points, or 1.2%, to 19,529.95.Technology stocks, with their outsized values, led the broad gains. Chipmaker Nvidia jumped 1.2% and iPhone maker Apple rose 1.6%.Tesla rose 3.7%, regaining some of the big&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/musk-tesla-robotaxi-trump-tax-bill-budget-359f8ddd3739793b3c5e8ab92d191879">losses it suffered on Thursday</a>&nbsp;when Trump and Musk&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/musk-trump-spacex-dragon-capsule-e1fa0607a8e69bc2ad1677f5920b5f56">sparred feverishly on social media</a>.<a href="https://apnews.com/article/circle-ipo-stablecoin-usdc-tether-nyse-b39736690f28824bdd06cfd2ad98dcf3">Circle Internet Group</a>, the U.S.-based issuer of one of the most popular cryptocurrencies, rose 29.4%. That adds to its 168% gain from Thursday when it debuted on the New York Stock Exchange.U.S. employers&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/jobs-unemployment-trump-tariffs-economy-fdd4d1075b2b4490993a863ccb6950c1">slowed their hiring last month</a>, but still added a solid 139,000 jobs amid uncertainty over President Donald Trump’s trade war. The closely watched monthly update reaffirmed that the job market remains resilient, despite worries from businesses and consumers about the impact of tariffs on goods going to and coming from the U.S. and its most important trading partners.“It looks like, for now, everything is kind of running smoothly,” said Chris Zaccarelli, chief investment officer for Northlight Asset Management. “Investors see that as a positive, but we also haven't seen the full effect of tariffs yet.”President Donald Trump’s on-again-off-again tariffs continue to weigh on companies. Lululemon Athletica plunged 19.8% after the maker of yoga clothing cut its profit expectations late Thursday as it tries to offset the impact of tariffs while being buffeted by competition from start-up brands.Lululemon joins a wide range of companies, from retailers to airlines, who have warned investors about the potential hit to their revenue and profits because of tariffs raising costs and consumers potentially tightening their spending.Hopes that&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/donald-trump">Trump</a>&nbsp;will lower his&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/consumer-prices-inflation-trump-trade-6ea513a44876c2f4dc948a25c15b0eb0">tariffs</a>&nbsp;after reaching trade deals with other countries have been among the main reasons the S&amp;P 500 has&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/stocks-markets-tariffs-trump-china-e2b0968cc5f496fa0dd1cdb33d30a7c7">rallied back so furiously</a>&nbsp;since dropping roughly 20% from its record two months ago. Senior U.S. administration officials will meet with a Chinese delegation on Monday in London for the next round of&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/donald-trump-china-xi-jinping-trade-81af927e3003610bbad7d84a154c6354">trade negotiations</a>&nbsp;between Washington and Beijing.The economy is already absorbing the impact from tariffs on a wide range of goods from key trading partners, along with raw materials such as steel. Heavier tariffs could hit businesses and consumers in the coming months.The U.S. economy contracted during the first quarter. Recent surveys by the Institute for Supply Management, a trade group of purchasing managers, found that both American manufacturing and services businesses contracted last month. On Tuesday, the&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/oecd-economy-growth-us-tariffs-b0e7a05c80035bc41f600d7710919730">Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development</a>&nbsp;forecast 1.6% growth for the U.S. economy this year, down from 2.8% last year.The uncertainty over tariffs and their economic impact has put the Federal Reserve in a delicate position.“All things being equal, you can clearly see they are on hold,” Zaccarelli said.The central bank is holding its benchmark interest rate steady as it worries about tariffs reigniting inflation. It fought hard, using interest rate increases, to ease inflation back toward its target of 2% and rates have been hovering just above that level.The Fed has been hesitant to cut interest rates in 2025 after trimming rates three times late last year. While lower interest rates can give the economy a boost, they can also push inflation higher. That could be especially damaging if import taxes are also raising costs for businesses and consumers.Wall Street expects the central bank to hold rates steady at its June meeting, but traders are forecasting that it will have to cut interest rates later this year in an effort to prop up the economy.In the bond market, Treasury yields made significant gains. The yield on the 10-year Treasury rose to 4.51% from 4.39% late Thursday. The two-year Treasury yield, which more closely tracks traders’ expectations for what the Federal Reserve will do with overnight interest rates, rose to 4.04% from 3.92% late Thursday.

Wall Street marks another winning week following a solid jobs report 

SEATTLE —The body of a deceased ski mountaineer was recovered on Wednesday, according to a statement form the National Park Service.

 Alex Chiu, 41 of Seattle, died as a result of a 3,000-foot fall from the Mt. McKinley West Buttress climbing route on to the Peters Glacier. After recovery, rangers returned to Denali National Park and Preserve headquarters where his body was transferred to the state medical examiner.

On Monday, the other two members of Chiu’s expedition reported that the un-roped ski mountaineer fell at a location known as Squirrel Point towards the Peters Glacier, an exposed rocky and serac covered 3000-foot face.

After witnessing the fall, the reporting party lowered over the edge as far as possible but was unable to see or hear Chiu.&nbsp;They then descended the West Buttress route for additional help before proceeding to Camp 1.

Due to high winds and snow, ground and air search was unable to access the accident site until the early morning hours of June 4. Clearing weather on the north side of the Alaska Range provided the opportunity for two mountaineering rangers to depart Talkeetna for an ariel helicopter search to locate and recover the body.

In 2010, an un-roped French mountaineer fell to his death near this same location towards the Peters Glacier.&nbsp;His body was never recovered.

There are currently 500 climbers on the mountain. The climbing season typically begins in early May and ends in early July.

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 </figure>SEATTLE —The body of a deceased ski mountaineer was recovered on Wednesday, according to a statement form the National Park Service. Alex Chiu, 41 of Seattle, died as a result of a 3,000-foot fall from the Mt. McKinley West Buttress climbing route on to the Peters Glacier. After recovery, rangers returned to Denali National Park and Preserve headquarters where his body was transferred to the state medical examiner.On Monday, the other two members of Chiu’s expedition reported that the un-roped ski mountaineer fell at a location known as Squirrel Point towards the Peters Glacier, an exposed rocky and serac covered 3000-foot face.After witnessing the fall, the reporting party lowered over the edge as far as possible but was unable to see or hear Chiu.&nbsp;They then descended the West Buttress route for additional help before proceeding to Camp 1.Due to high winds and snow, ground and air search was unable to access the accident site until the early morning hours of June 4. Clearing weather on the north side of the Alaska Range provided the opportunity for two mountaineering rangers to depart Talkeetna for an ariel helicopter search to locate and recover the body.In 2010, an un-roped French mountaineer fell to his death near this same location towards the Peters Glacier.&nbsp;His body was never recovered.There are currently 500 climbers on the mountain. The climbing season typically begins in early May and ends in early July.

Body of climber recovered after fall from Mount McKinley

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump's administration on Friday asked the Supreme Court to pause a court order to reinstate Education Department employees who were fired in&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/education-department-layoffs-job-cuts-linda-mcmahon-ce9f6a8a63972aede0d8fbdf057ab788">mass layoffs</a>&nbsp;as part of his plan to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-education-department-shutdown-b1d25a2e1bdcd24cfde8ad8b655b9843">dismantle the agency</a>.

The Justice Department’s emergency appeal to the high court said U.S. District Judge Myong Joun in Boston exceeded his authority last month when he issued a preliminary injunction reversing the layoffs of nearly 1,400 people and putting the broader plan on hold.

Joun’s order has blocked one of the Republican president’s biggest campaign promises and effectively stalled the effort to wind down the department. A federal appeals court refused to put the order on hold while the administration appealed.

The judge wrote that the layoffs “will likely cripple the department.”

But Solicitor General D. John Sauer wrote on Friday that Joun was substituting his policy preferences for those of the Trump administration.

The layoffs help put in the place the “policy of streamlining the department and eliminating discretionary functions that, in the administration’s view, are better left to the states,” Sauer wrote.

He also pointed out that&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/us-supreme-court">the Supreme Court</a>&nbsp;in April voted 5-4 to block Joun's earlier order seeking to keep in place Education Department&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-teacher-training-cuts-trump-a400126052c736d262c143bf994b8dda">teacher-training grants</a>.

The current case involves two consolidated lawsuits that said Trump’s plan amounted to an illegal closure of the Education Department.

One suit was filed by the Somerville and Easthampton school districts in Massachusetts along with the American Federation of Teachers and other education groups. The other suit was filed by a coalition of 21 Democratic attorneys general.

The suits argued that layoffs left the department unable to carry out responsibilities required by Congress, including duties to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/education-department-disability-civil-rights-complaint-218a04f50bcf21cb02175e8565a3a287">support special education</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/student-loans-education-department-outage-layoffs-5afb5a0a1b51bbe50e5961a63b419041">distribute financial aid</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/education-department-civil-rights-special-education-antisemitism-764c1298a4ba856ce793249cdb57e6d6">enforce civil rights laws</a>.

<figure>
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 </figure>WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump's administration on Friday asked the Supreme Court to pause a court order to reinstate Education Department employees who were fired in&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/education-department-layoffs-job-cuts-linda-mcmahon-ce9f6a8a63972aede0d8fbdf057ab788">mass layoffs</a>&nbsp;as part of his plan to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-education-department-shutdown-b1d25a2e1bdcd24cfde8ad8b655b9843">dismantle the agency</a>.The Justice Department’s emergency appeal to the high court said U.S. District Judge Myong Joun in Boston exceeded his authority last month when he issued a preliminary injunction reversing the layoffs of nearly 1,400 people and putting the broader plan on hold.Joun’s order has blocked one of the Republican president’s biggest campaign promises and effectively stalled the effort to wind down the department. A federal appeals court refused to put the order on hold while the administration appealed.The judge wrote that the layoffs “will likely cripple the department.”But Solicitor General D. John Sauer wrote on Friday that Joun was substituting his policy preferences for those of the Trump administration.The layoffs help put in the place the “policy of streamlining the department and eliminating discretionary functions that, in the administration’s view, are better left to the states,” Sauer wrote.He also pointed out that&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/us-supreme-court">the Supreme Court</a>&nbsp;in April voted 5-4 to block Joun's earlier order seeking to keep in place Education Department&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-teacher-training-cuts-trump-a400126052c736d262c143bf994b8dda">teacher-training grants</a>.The current case involves two consolidated lawsuits that said Trump’s plan amounted to an illegal closure of the Education Department.One suit was filed by the Somerville and Easthampton school districts in Massachusetts along with the American Federation of Teachers and other education groups. The other suit was filed by a coalition of 21 Democratic attorneys general.The suits argued that layoffs left the department unable to carry out responsibilities required by Congress, including duties to&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/education-department-disability-civil-rights-complaint-218a04f50bcf21cb02175e8565a3a287">support special education</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/student-loans-education-department-outage-layoffs-5afb5a0a1b51bbe50e5961a63b419041">distribute financial aid</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/education-department-civil-rights-special-education-antisemitism-764c1298a4ba856ce793249cdb57e6d6">enforce civil rights laws</a>.

Trump admin. asks Supreme Court to lift ban on Education Dept. layoffs

&nbsp;JACKSON COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating two suspects on multiple allegations,

Just after 10:30a.m.&nbsp; June 2, a Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop on a Buick Century passenger car on J. Road near 150th Road in rural Jackson County, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

 The driver, Scott Phillip Carter, 67, of Topeka, was arrested and booked into the Jackson County Jail on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving while suspended and no insurance. Also, a previous passenger of the vehicle was later arrested.  Sarah Louise Leonard, 40, of Topeka, was booked into the Jackson County Jail on a requested charge of forgery, possession of THC and possession of drug paraphernalia.

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 </figure>&nbsp;JACKSON COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating two suspects on multiple allegations,Just after 10:30a.m.&nbsp; June 2, a Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop on a Buick Century passenger car on J. Road near 150th Road in rural Jackson County, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.<figure>
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 </figure> The driver, Scott Phillip Carter, 67, of Topeka, was arrested and booked into the Jackson County Jail on requested charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving while suspended and no insurance. Also, a previous passenger of the vehicle was later arrested. Sarah Louise Leonard, 40, of Topeka, was booked into the Jackson County Jail on a requested charge of forgery, possession of THC and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Kansas suspects accused of forgery, drug possession

Washington&nbsp;– U.S. Senators Roger&nbsp;Marshall, M.D.&nbsp; and Jerry Moran introduced a resolution today honoring the life of Sarah Milgrim, an Overland Park&nbsp;native, and her soon-to-be-fiancé, Yaron Lischinsky, who were brutally murdered outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, DC,&nbsp;on May 21, 2025.

&nbsp;Click&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.marshall.senate.gov/wp-content/uploads/RIL25591.pdf">here</a>&nbsp;to read the full text of the resolution.

“At just 26 years old, Sarah Milgrim’s impact on our country and her community was profound,”&nbsp;said Senator&nbsp;Marshall.&nbsp;“An Overland Park native, she was a talented musician and chorus singer, deeply devoted to her faith, exceptionally intelligent, and selflessly committed to the well-being of others. Sarah and her soon-to-be fiancé, Yaron Lischinsky, were victims of an unspeakable murder in Washington, DC. While we can never remove the pain of this loss, I hope that this resolution stands as a lasting tribute to Sarah’s remarkable life, her enduring legacy,&nbsp;and the light she brought to all who knew her.”

“The loss of Kansan Sarah Milgrim and her soon-to-be fiancé, Yaron Lischinsky, to a sickening act of antisemitic violence is a tragedy that should never have happened,”&nbsp;said Senator Moran.&nbsp;“This violence and hatred must end. I join Kansans and the Jewish community in mourning the loss of these two young people, honoring their memories and reaffirming my unwavering support for all our Jewish friends and neighbors.”

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 </figure>Washington&nbsp;– U.S. Senators Roger&nbsp;Marshall, M.D.&nbsp; and Jerry Moran introduced a resolution today honoring the life of Sarah Milgrim, an Overland Park&nbsp;native, and her soon-to-be-fiancé, Yaron Lischinsky, who were brutally murdered outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, DC,&nbsp;on May 21, 2025.&nbsp;Click&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.marshall.senate.gov/wp-content/uploads/RIL25591.pdf">here</a>&nbsp;to read the full text of the resolution.“At just 26 years old, Sarah Milgrim’s impact on our country and her community was profound,”&nbsp;said Senator&nbsp;Marshall.&nbsp;“An Overland Park native, she was a talented musician and chorus singer, deeply devoted to her faith, exceptionally intelligent, and selflessly committed to the well-being of others. Sarah and her soon-to-be fiancé, Yaron Lischinsky, were victims of an unspeakable murder in Washington, DC. While we can never remove the pain of this loss, I hope that this resolution stands as a lasting tribute to Sarah’s remarkable life, her enduring legacy,&nbsp;and the light she brought to all who knew her.”“The loss of Kansan Sarah Milgrim and her soon-to-be fiancé, Yaron Lischinsky, to a sickening act of antisemitic violence is a tragedy that should never have happened,”&nbsp;said Senator Moran.&nbsp;“This violence and hatred must end. I join Kansans and the Jewish community in mourning the loss of these two young people, honoring their memories and reaffirming my unwavering support for all our Jewish friends and neighbors.”Background:<ul>
 <li>On May 21, 2025, Sarah Milgrim and her soon-to-be-fiancé, Yaron Lischinsky, were brutally murdered by a pro-Palestinian terrorist outside the Capital Jewish Museum as they left the American Jewish Committee’s ACCESS Young Diplomats Reception in Washington, DC, an event to foster unity and celebrate Jewish heritage.</li><li>Sarah and Yaron both worked out of the Israeli Embassy in Washington, DC, where they met and fell in love.</li><li>Sarah, a Kansas-native, earned degrees from the University of Kansas and American University.</li><li>Sarah began working as the Director of Civil Society Affairs at the Embassy of Israel in 2023.</li>
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Kan. U.S. Senators' resolution honors the Life of Sarah Milgrim

SALINE COUNTY—Law enforcement and fire officials investigating an arson fire at a bank in Salina have made an arrest.

Just after 11p.m. Thursday, a citizen was driving past First Bank Kansas, 1333 W. Crawford in Salina, when they observed the side of the building on fire, according to Salina Police Captain James Feldman.

As the citizen pulled up to the bank, they observed an SUV leaving the area. The suspect had set plywood, which had been used to cover the previous damage, on fire. 

Damage was valued at about $20. The citizen stomped out some wood which was on fire. Bank employees advised officers of a subject, 43-year-old Mathew Phouthavong of Salina, who was disgruntled with the bank. 

Officers proceeded to Phouthavong’s residence in the 1600 block of W. Republic in Salina where they located him and the vehicle matching the suspect vehicle. The vehicle was still warm to the touch. Phouthavong was taken into custody without incident and booked into the Saline County Jail on two counts of Arson.

Just after 8a.m. Wednesday, police&nbsp;responded to First Bank in reference to a damage to property, according to&nbsp; Feldman.

It was determined when employees arrived they located a window along the west side of the building had been broken out with an unknown object.

The suspect then started a fire in the area of the window, damaging some window trim and carpet just inside the damaged window.

No entry was gained into the building. The damage is valued at $4,000. Salina Fire Department Fire Inspectors assisted with the investigation.&nbsp;

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 </figure>SALINE COUNTY—Law enforcement and fire officials investigating an arson fire at a bank in Salina have made an arrest.Just after 11p.m. Thursday, a citizen was driving past First Bank Kansas, 1333 W. Crawford in Salina, when they observed the side of the building on fire, according to Salina Police Captain James Feldman.As the citizen pulled up to the bank, they observed an SUV leaving the area. The suspect had set plywood, which had been used to cover the previous damage, on fire. Damage was valued at about $20. The citizen stomped out some wood which was on fire. Bank employees advised officers of a subject, 43-year-old Mathew Phouthavong of Salina, who was disgruntled with the bank. Officers proceeded to Phouthavong’s residence in the 1600 block of W. Republic in Salina where they located him and the vehicle matching the suspect vehicle. The vehicle was still warm to the touch. Phouthavong was taken into custody without incident and booked into the Saline County Jail on two counts of Arson.Just after 8a.m. Wednesday, police&nbsp;responded to First Bank in reference to a damage to property, according to&nbsp; Feldman.It was determined when employees arrived they located a window along the west side of the building had been broken out with an unknown object.The suspect then started a fire in the area of the window, damaging some window trim and carpet just inside the damaged window.No entry was gained into the building. The damage is valued at $4,000. Salina Fire Department Fire Inspectors assisted with the investigation.&nbsp;

Arson suspect arrested after starting second fire at Kansas bank

CHASE COUNTY—Two people and a dog are safe after they were caught in flash flooding in Chase County.

Late Wednesday afternoon, Kansas Search and Rescue Task Forces 5 and 6 water teams were mission-assigned by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/KansasEmergency?__cft__[0]=AZXyc7-eURCASRfcxKjCWHnjK4vroGKIcvsJox5x8To0Xaf3sFWQkJfRcSThTAiRzbn6TPlumuWNRitXtaxR8C6lAEtEwHGo3ms-XavCjC_RSLvQhQ9agP0aCqSKa1TqgQ9odKLKnJ29mcez2EHebPtbl9_jSatU1fxfr_ngavdDAUM7VFktGdTjLBA3MuMVBuO7Qeix4B-DUkEEoWZHUzvf&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Kansas Division of Emergency Management</a> and the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/firemarshal.ks.gov?__cft__[0]=AZXyc7-eURCASRfcxKjCWHnjK4vroGKIcvsJox5x8To0Xaf3sFWQkJfRcSThTAiRzbn6TPlumuWNRitXtaxR8C6lAEtEwHGo3ms-XavCjC_RSLvQhQ9agP0aCqSKa1TqgQ9odKLKnJ29mcez2EHebPtbl9_jSatU1fxfr_ngavdDAUM7VFktGdTjLBA3MuMVBuO7Qeix4B-DUkEEoWZHUzvf&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Kansas Fire Marshal</a> to assist Chase County Emergency Management with a critical water rescue, according to a social media report.

Due to rising floodwaters, two residents and their dogs were unable to evacuate on their own. Thanks to the swift response from the water teams, all were safely brought to dry ground.

Task Force 5 and Task Force 6 had already been deployed in preparation for potential flooding-highlighting how vital proactive planning and training are during disasters. Their readiness made all the difference.&nbsp;

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 </figure>CHASE COUNTY—Two people and a dog are safe after they were caught in flash flooding in Chase County.Late Wednesday afternoon, Kansas Search and Rescue Task Forces 5 and 6 water teams were mission-assigned by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/KansasEmergency?__cft__[0]=AZXyc7-eURCASRfcxKjCWHnjK4vroGKIcvsJox5x8To0Xaf3sFWQkJfRcSThTAiRzbn6TPlumuWNRitXtaxR8C6lAEtEwHGo3ms-XavCjC_RSLvQhQ9agP0aCqSKa1TqgQ9odKLKnJ29mcez2EHebPtbl9_jSatU1fxfr_ngavdDAUM7VFktGdTjLBA3MuMVBuO7Qeix4B-DUkEEoWZHUzvf&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Kansas Division of Emergency Management</a> and the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/firemarshal.ks.gov?__cft__[0]=AZXyc7-eURCASRfcxKjCWHnjK4vroGKIcvsJox5x8To0Xaf3sFWQkJfRcSThTAiRzbn6TPlumuWNRitXtaxR8C6lAEtEwHGo3ms-XavCjC_RSLvQhQ9agP0aCqSKa1TqgQ9odKLKnJ29mcez2EHebPtbl9_jSatU1fxfr_ngavdDAUM7VFktGdTjLBA3MuMVBuO7Qeix4B-DUkEEoWZHUzvf&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Kansas Fire Marshal</a> to assist Chase County Emergency Management with a critical water rescue, according to a social media report.<figure>
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 </figure>Due to rising floodwaters, two residents and their dogs were unable to evacuate on their own. Thanks to the swift response from the water teams, all were safely brought to dry ground.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Here&#39;s a look at the two day rainfall totals that brought the significant flooding to the area. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/kswx?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#kswx</a> <a href="https://t.co/jCKAnTyOkE">pic.twitter.com/jCKAnTyOkE</a>&mdash; NWS Wichita (@NWSWichita) <a href="https://twitter.com/NWSWichita/status/1930311315198713936?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 4, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>Task Force 5 and Task Force 6 had already been deployed in preparation for potential flooding-highlighting how vital proactive planning and training are during disasters. Their readiness made all the difference.&nbsp;

Kansas couple and dog rescued from rising flood waters 

JOHNSON COUNTY—A Kansas woman is accused in the death of a pregnant woman and her unborn baby.

Izabel Reed, 25, has been charged with first-degree murder, distribution of drugs causing death, distribution of fentanyl and distribution of meth, according to the Johnson County District Attorney's office.

The charges are in connection with the death of Alexandrea Hunter and her unborn child on Christmas Eve in 2023.

On Wednesday, police booked Reed into the Johnson County Detention Center where she is being held on a $1 million bond.&nbsp; She is due back in court June 12, according ot the district attorney's office.

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 </figure>JOHNSON COUNTY—A Kansas woman is accused in the death of a pregnant woman and her unborn baby.Izabel Reed, 25, has been charged with first-degree murder, distribution of drugs causing death, distribution of fentanyl and distribution of meth, according to the Johnson County District Attorney's office.The charges are in connection with the death of Alexandrea Hunter and her unborn child on Christmas Eve in 2023.On Wednesday, police booked Reed into the Johnson County Detention Center where she is being held on a $1 million bond.&nbsp; She is due back in court June 12, according ot the district attorney's office.<figure>
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Kan. woman accused in Christmas Eve death of pregnant woman, unborn child

WASHINGTON (AP) — Maybe it was always going to end this way, with two billionaires angrily posting about each other on social media, fingers flying across pocket-sized screens as their incandescent feud burned hotter by the minute.

But even if the finale was predictable, that didn't make it any less shocking. After long months when Donald Trump and Elon Musk appeared united in their chaotic mission to remake Washington, their relationship imploded this week like a star going supernova.

It began with Musk complaining about the centerpiece of Trump's legislative agenda, which the president at first took in stride. Eventually Trump let slip that he was disappointed in his former adviser, prompting Musk to unleash a flood of insults and taunts.

He accused Trump of betraying promises to cut federal spending, shared a suggestion that the president should be impeached and claimed without evidence that the government was concealing information about his association with infamous pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. Perhaps most viciously, Musk insisted that Trump wouldn't have won last year's election without his help.

Trump, not one to slouch from a fight, could hold back no longer. He posted that Musk had been "wearing thin," that he had "asked him to leave" his administration, that the tech titan had "gone CRAZY."

Maybe, Trump threatened, he should save taxpayer money by canceling government contracts and subsidies for Musk's companies.

On and on it went, as liberals savored the spectacle of their most despised political opponents clawing at each other's digital throats and conservatives reeled at the prospect of having to pick sides. Laura Loomer, a right-wing provocateur and conspiracy theorist, saw an opportunity to position herself as the voice of reason.

"This fight should be taken offline," she said — on social media, of course.

The question now is whether Trump and Musk find some way to step back from a battle that is tearing apart one of the most consequential relationships in modern American politics. If they don't, there's little telling how far the fallout could spread from a collision between the world's most powerful man and its wealthiest.

At stake are the future of Musk's companies, including electric automaker Tesla and rocket manufacturer SpaceX; government programs that rely on the billionaire entrepreneur's technology; legislation for advancing tax cuts and Trump's other priorities in Congress; Republican chances in next year's midterm elections; and an entire political ecosystem that has orbited around Trump and Musk's deteriorating partnership.

"It's like India and Pakistan," said Republican Rep. Ryan Zinke of Montana, referring to two nuclear-armed nations that recently skirmished along their border. "It just escalates and neither one of them seem to back down and understand the strength of each other."

Trump and Musk were always an odd pairing, with contrasting world views and deep generational and stylistic differences.

Trump, 78, comes from old-school New York real estate and never appears in public without a suit and tie unless he's on the golf course. Before running for president, he became a household name as a reality television star.

Musk, 53, is an immigrant from South Africa who struck it rich in Silicon Valley. In addition to running Tesla and SpaceX, Musk owns the social media company X. He's fashioned himself as a black-clad internet edgelord, and his wealth vastly outstrips Trump's.

But Trump and Musk are kindred spirits in other ways. They're experts at generating attention who enjoy stirring the pot by riling up their opponents. Each has sought more power to accomplish existential quests. Trump assails the federal "deep state" that resisted him during his first term, while Musk warns about the country going bankrupt from excessive spending and promotes an interplanetary future powered by his rocket technology.

Musk endorsed Trump after the Republican candidate was nearly assassinated in Butler, Pennsylvania, and he began spending millions to support him. His social media megaphone was a powerful addition to Trump's comeback campaign, magnifying his efforts to court tech leaders and young, very online men.

Trump rarely tolerates sharing the spotlight, but he seemed enamored with his powerful backer, mentioning him in stump speeches and welcoming him onstage at rallies.

After the election, Musk was a fixture around Mar-a-Lago, posing for photos with Trump's family, joining them for dinner, sitting in on meetings. Instead of growing tired of his "first buddy," Trump made plans to bring Musk along to Washington, appointing him to lead a cost-cutting initiative known as the Department of Government Efficiency.

Musk tried to establish himself as the president's omniscient and omnipresent adviser. He held court in Cabinet meetings, slept over in the Lincoln Bedroom and helped himself to caramel ice cream from the White House kitchen.

The federal bureaucracy practically trembled before Musk, who oversaw layoffs and downsizing with his team of acolytes and engineers embedded in various agencies.

Musk appeared thrilled at his opportunity to tinker with the government and exulted in his bromance with Trump, posting on Feb. 7 that he loved the president "as much as a straight man can love another man."

Trump returned the favor on March 11, allowing Musk to line up Tesla vehicles on the White House driveway as his company was struggling with declining sales. Trump made a show of choosing a cherry red electric car for himself.

But cracks were emerging, especially as Trump pursued tariffs that could raise costs for Musk's businesses. Musk said Peter Navarro, the president's trade adviser, was "truly a moron" and "dumber than a sack of bricks" on April 8.

The billionaire entrepreneur, who had never before worked in public service, seemed to be souring on government. He suggested there wasn't enough political will, either in Congress or in the White House, to adequately reduce spending.

Trump started signaling that it was time for him to leave even though Musk said he would be willing to stay.

Shortly before announcing his departure, Musk said he was "disappointed" by legislation that Trump called the "big beautiful bill" because it would increase the deficit. The measure includes tax cuts, more money for border security and changes to Medicaid that would leave fewer people with health insurance.

"I think a bill can be big or it could be beautiful," Musk said. "But I don't know if it could be both."

The criticism didn't prevent Trump from giving Musk a send-off in the Oval Office, where he presented his outgoing adviser with a ceremonial key.

"Elon is really not leaving," Trump said. "He's going to be back and forth."

Musk said, "I'll continue to be visiting here and be a friend and adviser to the president."

Musk escalated his attacks on the legislation Tuesday, calling it a "disgusting abomination," and Trump tried to fend off the criticism.

"He hasn't said bad about me personally, but I'm sure that will be next," the president said Thursday in the Oval Office during a meeting with the German chancellor.

Musk quickly took to X to vent his anger at Trump, saying his tariffs "will cause a recession in the second half of this year" and accusing him of lying. He also said it was "very unfair" that the legislation would eliminate tax incentives for electric vehicles.

Trump fired back in real time as he tried to maintain momentum for his legislation, which faces a difficult debate in the Senate.

"I don't mind Elon turning against me, but he should have done so months ago," the president posted. "This is one of the Greatest Bills ever presented to Congress."

Meanwhile, some of Trump's allies plotted revenge.

Steve Bannon, a former Trump adviser who hosts an influential conservative podcast, said the president should direct the U.S. government to seize SpaceX. He also encouraged Trump to investigate allegations that Musk uses drugs and "go through everything about his immigration status" in preparation for potential deportation.

"We'll see how good Elon Musk takes a little of that pressure," Bannon said, "because I happen to think a little of that pressure might be coming."

Associated Press writers Tom Beaumont, Kevin Freking and Michelle L. Price contributed to this report.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741724524957.png" alt="Trump and Musk briefly turned the White House into a Tesla dealership-image courtesy White House" />
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 </figure>By CHRIS MEGERIAN&nbsp;WASHINGTON (AP) — Maybe it was always going to end this way, with two billionaires angrily posting about each other on social media, fingers flying across pocket-sized screens as their incandescent feud burned hotter by the minute.But even if the finale was predictable, that didn't make it any less shocking. After long months when Donald Trump and Elon Musk appeared united in their chaotic mission to remake Washington, their relationship imploded this week like a star going supernova.It began with Musk complaining about the centerpiece of Trump's legislative agenda, which the president at first took in stride. Eventually Trump let slip that he was disappointed in his former adviser, prompting Musk to unleash a flood of insults and taunts.He accused Trump of betraying promises to cut federal spending, shared a suggestion that the president should be impeached and claimed without evidence that the government was concealing information about his association with infamous pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. Perhaps most viciously, Musk insisted that Trump wouldn't have won last year's election without his help.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749206656130.png" alt=" " />
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 </figure>Trump, not one to slouch from a fight, could hold back no longer. He posted that Musk had been "wearing thin," that he had "asked him to leave" his administration, that the tech titan had "gone CRAZY."Maybe, Trump threatened, he should save taxpayer money by canceling government contracts and subsidies for Musk's companies.Bad blood with high stakesOn and on it went, as liberals savored the spectacle of their most despised political opponents clawing at each other's digital throats and conservatives reeled at the prospect of having to pick sides. Laura Loomer, a right-wing provocateur and conspiracy theorist, saw an opportunity to position herself as the voice of reason."This fight should be taken offline," she said — on social media, of course.The question now is whether Trump and Musk find some way to step back from a battle that is tearing apart one of the most consequential relationships in modern American politics. If they don't, there's little telling how far the fallout could spread from a collision between the world's most powerful man and its wealthiest.At stake are the future of Musk's companies, including electric automaker Tesla and rocket manufacturer SpaceX; government programs that rely on the billionaire entrepreneur's technology; legislation for advancing tax cuts and Trump's other priorities in Congress; Republican chances in next year's midterm elections; and an entire political ecosystem that has orbited around Trump and Musk's deteriorating partnership."It's like India and Pakistan," said Republican Rep. Ryan Zinke of Montana, referring to two nuclear-armed nations that recently skirmished along their border. "It just escalates and neither one of them seem to back down and understand the strength of each other."Opposites attracted (for a time)Trump and Musk were always an odd pairing, with contrasting world views and deep generational and stylistic differences.Trump, 78, comes from old-school New York real estate and never appears in public without a suit and tie unless he's on the golf course. Before running for president, he became a household name as a reality television star.Musk, 53, is an immigrant from South Africa who struck it rich in Silicon Valley. In addition to running Tesla and SpaceX, Musk owns the social media company X. He's fashioned himself as a black-clad internet edgelord, and his wealth vastly outstrips Trump's.But Trump and Musk are kindred spirits in other ways. They're experts at generating attention who enjoy stirring the pot by riling up their opponents. Each has sought more power to accomplish existential quests. Trump assails the federal "deep state" that resisted him during his first term, while Musk warns about the country going bankrupt from excessive spending and promotes an interplanetary future powered by his rocket technology.Musk endorsed Trump after the Republican candidate was nearly assassinated in Butler, Pennsylvania, and he began spending millions to support him. His social media megaphone was a powerful addition to Trump's comeback campaign, magnifying his efforts to court tech leaders and young, very online men.Trump rarely tolerates sharing the spotlight, but he seemed enamored with his powerful backer, mentioning him in stump speeches and welcoming him onstage at rallies.After the election, Musk was a fixture around Mar-a-Lago, posing for photos with Trump's family, joining them for dinner, sitting in on meetings. Instead of growing tired of his "first buddy," Trump made plans to bring Musk along to Washington, appointing him to lead a cost-cutting initiative known as the Department of Government Efficiency.Cracks emergeMusk tried to establish himself as the president's omniscient and omnipresent adviser. He held court in Cabinet meetings, slept over in the Lincoln Bedroom and helped himself to caramel ice cream from the White House kitchen.The federal bureaucracy practically trembled before Musk, who oversaw layoffs and downsizing with his team of acolytes and engineers embedded in various agencies.Musk appeared thrilled at his opportunity to tinker with the government and exulted in his bromance with Trump, posting on Feb. 7 that he loved the president "as much as a straight man can love another man."Trump returned the favor on March 11, allowing Musk to line up Tesla vehicles on the White House driveway as his company was struggling with declining sales. Trump made a show of choosing a cherry red electric car for himself.But cracks were emerging, especially as Trump pursued tariffs that could raise costs for Musk's businesses. Musk said Peter Navarro, the president's trade adviser, was "truly a moron" and "dumber than a sack of bricks" on April 8.The billionaire entrepreneur, who had never before worked in public service, seemed to be souring on government. He suggested there wasn't enough political will, either in Congress or in the White House, to adequately reduce spending.Trump started signaling that it was time for him to leave even though Musk said he would be willing to stay.Shortly before announcing his departure, Musk said he was "disappointed" by legislation that Trump called the "big beautiful bill" because it would increase the deficit. The measure includes tax cuts, more money for border security and changes to Medicaid that would leave fewer people with health insurance."I think a bill can be big or it could be beautiful," Musk said. "But I don't know if it could be both."The criticism didn't prevent Trump from giving Musk a send-off in the Oval Office, where he presented his outgoing adviser with a ceremonial key."Elon is really not leaving," Trump said. "He's going to be back and forth."Musk said, "I'll continue to be visiting here and be a friend and adviser to the president."The implosion comes hard and fastIt's hard to imagine that now.Musk escalated his attacks on the legislation Tuesday, calling it a "disgusting abomination," and Trump tried to fend off the criticism."He hasn't said bad about me personally, but I'm sure that will be next," the president said Thursday in the Oval Office during a meeting with the German chancellor.It was.Musk quickly took to X to vent his anger at Trump, saying his tariffs "will cause a recession in the second half of this year" and accusing him of lying. He also said it was "very unfair" that the legislation would eliminate tax incentives for electric vehicles.Trump fired back in real time as he tried to maintain momentum for his legislation, which faces a difficult debate in the Senate."I don't mind Elon turning against me, but he should have done so months ago," the president posted. "This is one of the Greatest Bills ever presented to Congress."Meanwhile, some of Trump's allies plotted revenge.Steve Bannon, a former Trump adviser who hosts an influential conservative podcast, said the president should direct the U.S. government to seize SpaceX. He also encouraged Trump to investigate allegations that Musk uses drugs and "go through everything about his immigration status" in preparation for potential deportation."We'll see how good Elon Musk takes a little of that pressure," Bannon said, "because I happen to think a little of that pressure might be coming."____Associated Press writers Tom Beaumont, Kevin Freking and Michelle L. Price contributed to this report.

Trump and Musk break up, and Washington holds its breath

LITTLE ROCK (AP) —Investigators said they believe that a convicted murderer and former police chief known as&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/arkansas-prison-escape-police-chief-grant-hardin-934e7fe6a45d3eafb18443f5b2bc5680?utm_source=Facebook&amp;utm_medium=share&amp;fbclid=IwY2xjawKjFE9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETF4MmxjbUJyV05JWjVpTWZxAR7HdBxBzlrOzjOfYiCdChZPCLBAhbxLUw0ibnBZA-1ZgEI9955QwHFHVGhqmw_aem_bQ6Hm8suIdhTYD_ucbzvWg">the “Devil in the Ozark</a>&nbsp;s" has likely fled Arkansas after escaping from prison last month, a federal court filing released this week shows.

A criminal complaint filed in federal court in Little Rock against Grant Hardin, who escaped prison last month, was released this week. Authorities have said Hardin escaped the Calico Rock prison in Arkansas by donning an outfit designed to look like a law enforcement uniform.

In the complaint, Deputy U.S. Marshal Robert J. Hammons cites two previously publicized unconfirmed sightings of Hardin — one in central Arkansas and another in southern Missouri.

“Based on this information, investigators believe Hardin has fled the state of Arkansas to avoid recapture,” the filing said. “He has extensive knowledge of the Ozark Mountain region, where he is believed to be possibly hiding in caves or rugged terrain that he is familiar with.”

The complaint, first reported by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2025/jun/04/us-marshals-say-former-police-chief-may-have-left/">The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette</a>, does not detail any other sightings of Hardin or evidence of him fleeing the state. Arkansas authorities have previously said they are focusing on north-central Arkansas and tips of sightings elsewhere so far have not panned out.

“Until there's any confirmed, verifiable sightings or evidence that puts him outside the area, we're still focusing the search on this area,” Rand Champion, spokesman for the Department of Corrections, said Thursday.

Hardin, a former police chief in the small town of Gateway near the Arkansas-Missouri border,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/police-chief-arkansas-prison-escape-grant-hardin-280127e9737bc8e8e0d6388d7f268bd1">was serving lengthy sentences for murder and rape</a>. He was the subject of the TV documentary “Devil in the Ozarks.”

A spokesperson for the Missouri Highway Patrol said it does not have an active team searching for Hardin, but the patrol has been watching for him and following up on any tips. Lt. Eric F. Brown said the patrol has received two tips about Hardin being in Missouri but both were unfounded.

Hardin was housed in a maximum-security wing of the primarily medium security prison, formally known as the North Central Unit. Officials are investigating whether a job Hardin&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/devil-ozarks-arkansas-prison-grant-hardin-9f2600255eea6ec5be0aae045de550df">held in the kitchen</a>&nbsp;helped in his escape, including whether it gave him access to materials he could have used to fashion his makeshift uniform.

In a rambling 11-page letter to an Arkansas judge in 2018, Hardin said he started working in the prison's kitchen about eight years ago. In the letter, Hardin wrote that he told his defense lawyer that he wanted to withdraw his plea agreement in the murder case but was unable to do so.

The Arkansas Department of Corrections this week released a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/devil-ozarks-calico-rock-hardin-10382e1c29c844b9a06b2b66bda9d09e">new photo rendering</a>&nbsp;of Hardin, depicting what he may look like now. The photo depicts Hardin with hair on his head and facial hair.

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 </figure>LITTLE ROCK (AP) —Investigators said they believe that a convicted murderer and former police chief known as&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/arkansas-prison-escape-police-chief-grant-hardin-934e7fe6a45d3eafb18443f5b2bc5680?utm_source=Facebook&amp;utm_medium=share&amp;fbclid=IwY2xjawKjFE9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETF4MmxjbUJyV05JWjVpTWZxAR7HdBxBzlrOzjOfYiCdChZPCLBAhbxLUw0ibnBZA-1ZgEI9955QwHFHVGhqmw_aem_bQ6Hm8suIdhTYD_ucbzvWg">the “Devil in the Ozark</a>&nbsp;s" has likely fled Arkansas after escaping from prison last month, a federal court filing released this week shows.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1748998090150.png" alt="Photo rendering of the convicted former police chief known as the “Devil in the Ozarks"&nbsp; -Arkansas Department of Corrections" />
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 </figure>A criminal complaint filed in federal court in Little Rock against Grant Hardin, who escaped prison last month, was released this week. Authorities have said Hardin escaped the Calico Rock prison in Arkansas by donning an outfit designed to look like a law enforcement uniform.In the complaint, Deputy U.S. Marshal Robert J. Hammons cites two previously publicized unconfirmed sightings of Hardin — one in central Arkansas and another in southern Missouri.“Based on this information, investigators believe Hardin has fled the state of Arkansas to avoid recapture,” the filing said. “He has extensive knowledge of the Ozark Mountain region, where he is believed to be possibly hiding in caves or rugged terrain that he is familiar with.”The complaint, first reported by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2025/jun/04/us-marshals-say-former-police-chief-may-have-left/">The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette</a>, does not detail any other sightings of Hardin or evidence of him fleeing the state. Arkansas authorities have previously said they are focusing on north-central Arkansas and tips of sightings elsewhere so far have not panned out.“Until there's any confirmed, verifiable sightings or evidence that puts him outside the area, we're still focusing the search on this area,” Rand Champion, spokesman for the Department of Corrections, said Thursday.Hardin, a former police chief in the small town of Gateway near the Arkansas-Missouri border,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/police-chief-arkansas-prison-escape-grant-hardin-280127e9737bc8e8e0d6388d7f268bd1">was serving lengthy sentences for murder and rape</a>. He was the subject of the TV documentary “Devil in the Ozarks.”A spokesperson for the Missouri Highway Patrol said it does not have an active team searching for Hardin, but the patrol has been watching for him and following up on any tips. Lt. Eric F. Brown said the patrol has received two tips about Hardin being in Missouri but both were unfounded.Hardin was housed in a maximum-security wing of the primarily medium security prison, formally known as the North Central Unit. Officials are investigating whether a job Hardin&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/devil-ozarks-arkansas-prison-grant-hardin-9f2600255eea6ec5be0aae045de550df">held in the kitchen</a>&nbsp;helped in his escape, including whether it gave him access to materials he could have used to fashion his makeshift uniform.In a rambling 11-page letter to an Arkansas judge in 2018, Hardin said he started working in the prison's kitchen about eight years ago. In the letter, Hardin wrote that he told his defense lawyer that he wanted to withdraw his plea agreement in the murder case but was unable to do so.The Arkansas Department of Corrections this week released a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/devil-ozarks-calico-rock-hardin-10382e1c29c844b9a06b2b66bda9d09e">new photo rendering</a>&nbsp;of Hardin, depicting what he may look like now. The photo depicts Hardin with hair on his head and facial hair.

Police: Escaped ‘Devil in the Ozarks’ likely fled Arkansas

KANSAS CITY —One person died in an accident just after 9:30a.m. Thursday in Kansas City.

A Ford F250 pulling a trailer was&nbsp; southbound on Prospect, making a left turn to travel eastbound on 31st Street, according to KCPD Captain Jake Becchina.

 A pedestrian was crossing 31st Street from south to north in the marked crosswalk. As the Ford made the left turn, the pickup struck the pedestrian, knocking the pedestrian to the ground. The pickup then ran over the pedestrian. The driver and three passengers of the Ford were uninjured in the collision. The pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene.

 The investigation, includes suspected impairment of the driver of the Ford, according to Becchina. This is fatality #27 compared to #46 at this time last year. Police have not released the name of the victim or reported an arrest.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749172393390.png" alt="Photo courtesy KCTV" />
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 </figure>KANSAS CITY —One person died in an accident just after 9:30a.m. Thursday in Kansas City.A Ford F250 pulling a trailer was&nbsp; southbound on Prospect, making a left turn to travel eastbound on 31st Street, according to KCPD Captain Jake Becchina. A pedestrian was crossing 31st Street from south to north in the marked crosswalk. As the Ford made the left turn, the pickup struck the pedestrian, knocking the pedestrian to the ground. The pickup then ran over the pedestrian. The driver and three passengers of the Ford were uninjured in the collision. The pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene. The investigation, includes suspected impairment of the driver of the Ford, according to Becchina. This is fatality #27 compared to #46 at this time last year. Police have not released the name of the victim or reported an arrest.

KCPD: Pickup struck, ran over pedestrian in crosswalk

ATCHISON COUNTY, Kan. —Law enforcement investigating the abuse of a dog have made an arrest.

In May of&nbsp;2024 police in the city of Atchison conducted an investigation relating to the abuse of a dog following a report made by the Atchison Humane Society, according to Atchison Police Chief Mike Wilson.&nbsp; The puppy had sustained injuries that resulted in its death.

On Wednesday, police arrested 28-year-old&nbsp;Taylor R. Bonar, 28, Atchison,&nbsp; on a District Court warrant for cruelty to animals.&nbsp; She is being held on a bond of $2,500, according to Wilson.

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 </figure>ATCHISON COUNTY, Kan. —Law enforcement investigating the abuse of a dog have made an arrest.In May of&nbsp;2024 police in the city of Atchison conducted an investigation relating to the abuse of a dog following a report made by the Atchison Humane Society, according to Atchison Police Chief Mike Wilson.&nbsp; The puppy had sustained injuries that resulted in its death.On Wednesday, police arrested 28-year-old&nbsp;Taylor R. Bonar, 28, Atchison,&nbsp; on a District Court warrant for cruelty to animals.&nbsp; She is being held on a bond of $2,500, according to Wilson.

Animal cruelty: Kansas woman jailed for death of a dog

WICHITA —The <a href="https://www.facebook.com/today?__cft__[0]=AZUwuIO2ZWYCf7sYjoVJaCR8k7sm4CB5Z-gd8Z9DsIEBDMXHNwhGE2qFsfsMC7xNb7Ebm_S6KbZcuQRd6W1zXNwHmrmDlnXkrVgczCWpbRL4HiWm5_GR4t8y3gV3dIGESjO_zGo_-F-0vqJfi-8CFbiYF7_G0b1dvVP48CNgzNHzzp13fZW29Q4WzOEROUOOOFGwsMFVZfITdUiFMUPGZq17&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Today Show</a> helped the Sedgwick County Zoo reveal the gender and name of zoo's newest elephant calf Thursday morning. It's a girl and her name is Asali.

Asali means "sweet like honey" in Swahili, but at SCZ, it carries a deeper meaning. Herd matriarch, Stephanie, is 53 years old and has lived nearly her entire life at the Sedgwick County Zoo.

 Born in the wild and brought to the Zoo in 1972, she was named by the animal care team that welcomed her. However, Stephanie had already been given the name "Asali" before she left Africa. Our community grew to know and love Stephanie by her American name, but her African name remained a part of her identity in Zoo records.

Last year, a generous donor approached the Zoo with a significant donation to the ongoing capital campaign to fund the expansion of the existing Elephant Boma.&nbsp; That donor’s name? Stephanie

With two Stephanies making major contributions to the elephant herd - one financial and one matriarchal - we hope that their legacy will live on through the next generation by naming this new little one Asali.  

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 </figure>WICHITA —The <a href="https://www.facebook.com/today?__cft__[0]=AZUwuIO2ZWYCf7sYjoVJaCR8k7sm4CB5Z-gd8Z9DsIEBDMXHNwhGE2qFsfsMC7xNb7Ebm_S6KbZcuQRd6W1zXNwHmrmDlnXkrVgczCWpbRL4HiWm5_GR4t8y3gV3dIGESjO_zGo_-F-0vqJfi-8CFbiYF7_G0b1dvVP48CNgzNHzzp13fZW29Q4WzOEROUOOOFGwsMFVZfITdUiFMUPGZq17&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Today Show</a> helped the Sedgwick County Zoo reveal the gender and name of zoo's newest elephant calf Thursday morning. It's a girl and her name is Asali.<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=314&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FSedgwickCountyZoo%2Fvideos%2F9919610694741999%2F&show_text=false&width=560&t=1" width="560" height="314" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowFullScreen="true"></iframe></div>Asali means "sweet like honey" in Swahili, but at SCZ, it carries a deeper meaning. Herd matriarch, Stephanie, is 53 years old and has lived nearly her entire life at the Sedgwick County Zoo. Born in the wild and brought to the Zoo in 1972, she was named by the animal care team that welcomed her. However, Stephanie had already been given the name "Asali" before she left Africa. Our community grew to know and love Stephanie by her American name, but her African name remained a part of her identity in Zoo records.Last year, a generous donor approached the Zoo with a significant donation to the ongoing capital campaign to fund the expansion of the existing Elephant Boma.&nbsp; That donor’s name? StephanieWith two Stephanies making major contributions to the elephant herd - one financial and one matriarchal - we hope that their legacy will live on through the next generation by naming this new little one Asali.

Name of baby elephant at Kansas zoo revealed on national TV

JACKSON COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on drug allegations.

On&nbsp;May 30,&nbsp; the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office conducted a search warrant at 209 E. Clark Street, in Mayetta, according to Sheriff Tim Morse.

 Deputies arrested 70-year-old Perkins Whitetail of Mayetta on requested charges of&nbsp; possession of cocaine, possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug, possession of THC and possession of drug paraphernalia.

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 </figure>JACKSON COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on drug allegations.On&nbsp;May 30,&nbsp; the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office conducted a search warrant at 209 E. Clark Street, in Mayetta, according to Sheriff Tim Morse. Deputies arrested 70-year-old Perkins Whitetail of Mayetta on requested charges of&nbsp; possession of cocaine, possession of methamphetamine, possession of a hallucinogenic drug, possession of THC and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Sheriff: 70-year-old Kansas man caught with cocaine, meth

KANSAS CITY – The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information related to the April 3, 2025, firebombing at a Tesla collision center in Lenexa. This case is being worked in conjunction with the FBI Kansas City Field Office and the Lenexa Police Department, according to a media release from the ATF.

At approximately 1:05 a.m., surveillance footage captured a vehicle parked on the shoulder of Interstate 435 near the back parking lot of the Tesla collision center located at 15125 W. 101st Terrace. The suspect exited the vehicle, threw two lit Molotov cocktails at the back of the collision center, and left in the same vehicle.

Investigators have determined the fire was an intentional act of arson. They are now seeking public assistance to identify the suspect and advance the investigation.

“This was a calculated attack that could have caused significant harm,” said ATF Kansas City Special Agent in Charge Bernard Hansen. “We’re working closely with our partners at the FBI and Lenexa Police to identify the individual responsible, and we need the public’s help. If you saw something or know something—even if it seems minor—now is the time to speak up.”

Anyone with information is urged to contact FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324).

To be eligible for the ATF reward, tips must lead to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible. If seeking a reward, individuals must provide their name and contact information. Tipsters are encouraged to share as many details as possible related to the identity and/or whereabouts of the suspect.

KANSAS CITY – The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information related to the April 3, 2025, firebombing at a Tesla collision center in Lenexa. This case is being worked in conjunction with the FBI Kansas City Field Office and the Lenexa Police Department, according to a media release from the ATF.<div><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/ATFKansasCity?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ATFKansasCity</a> offers $5,000 reward in Lenexa Tesla arson case 🤝This investigation is in conjunction with <a href="https://twitter.com/FBIKansasCity?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FBIKansasCity</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/LenexaPolice?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@LenexaPolice</a>. ☎️Send tips to 800-CALL-FBI (225-5325). 🔗See full news release in comments. <a href="https://t.co/gGb5P7wqpR">pic.twitter.com/gGb5P7wqpR</a>&mdash; ATF Kansas City (@ATFKansasCity) <a href="https://twitter.com/ATFKansasCity/status/1930474198322831364?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 5, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>At approximately 1:05 a.m., surveillance footage captured a vehicle parked on the shoulder of Interstate 435 near the back parking lot of the Tesla collision center located at 15125 W. 101st Terrace. The suspect exited the vehicle, threw two lit Molotov cocktails at the back of the collision center, and left in the same vehicle.Investigators have determined the fire was an intentional act of arson. They are now seeking public assistance to identify the suspect and advance the investigation.“This was a calculated attack that could have caused significant harm,” said ATF Kansas City Special Agent in Charge Bernard Hansen. “We’re working closely with our partners at the FBI and Lenexa Police to identify the individual responsible, and we need the public’s help. If you saw something or know something—even if it seems minor—now is the time to speak up.”Anyone with information is urged to contact FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324).To be eligible for the ATF reward, tips must lead to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible. If seeking a reward, individuals must provide their name and contact information. Tipsters are encouraged to share as many details as possible related to the identity and/or whereabouts of the suspect.

🎥ATF offers reward in Kansas Tesla arson investigation

By the President of the United States of America a proclamation

During my first Administration, I restricted the entry of foreign nationals into the United States, which successfully prevented national security threats from reaching our borders and which the Supreme Court upheld.&nbsp; In Executive Order 14161 of January 20, 2025 (Protecting the United States From Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public Safety Threats), I stated that it is the policy of the United States to protect its citizens from aliens who intend to commit terrorist attacks, threaten our national security, espouse hateful ideology, or otherwise exploit the immigration laws for malevolent purposes.&nbsp;

I also stated that the United States must be vigilant during the visa-issuance process to ensure that those aliens approved for admission into the United States do not intend to harm Americans or our national interests.&nbsp; More importantly, the United States must identify such aliens before their admission or entry into the United States. &nbsp;The United States must ensure that admitted aliens and aliens otherwise already present in the United States do not bear hostile attitudes toward its citizens, culture, government, institutions, or founding principles, and do not advocate for, aid, or support designated foreign terrorists or other threats to our national security.

I directed the Secretary of State, in coordination with the Attorney General, the Secretary of Homeland Security, and the Director of National Intelligence, to identify countries throughout the world for which vetting and screening information is so deficient as to warrant a full or partial suspension on the admission of nationals from those countries pursuant to section 212(f) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), 8&nbsp;U.S.C. 1182(f).&nbsp; After completing that process, the Secretary of State determined that a number of countries remain deficient with regards to screening and vetting.&nbsp; Many of these countries have also taken advantage of the United States in their exploitation of our visa system and their historic failure to accept back their removable nationals.&nbsp;

As President, I must act to protect the national security and national interest of the United States and its people.&nbsp; I&nbsp;remain committed to engaging with those countries willing to cooperate to improve information-sharing and identity-management procedures, and to address both terrorism-related and public-safety risks. &nbsp;Nationals of some countries also pose significant risks of overstaying their visas in the United States, which increases burdens on immigration and law enforcement components of the United States, and often exacerbates other risks related to national security and public safety.

Some of the countries with inadequacies face significant challenges to reform efforts.&nbsp; Others have made important improvements to their protocols and procedures, and I commend them for these efforts.&nbsp; But until countries with identified inadequacies address them, members of my Cabinet have recommended certain conditional restrictions and limitations. &nbsp;I&nbsp;have considered and largely accepted those recommendations and impose the limitations set forth below on the entry into the United States by the classes of foreign nationals identified in sections 2 and 3 of this proclamation.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United&nbsp;States of America, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including sections 212(f) and 215(a) of the INA, 8&nbsp;U.S.C. 1182(f) and 1185(a), and section 301 of title 3, United&nbsp;States Code, hereby find that, absent the measures set forth in this proclamation, the immigrant and nonimmigrant entry into the United States of persons described in sections 2 and 3 of this proclamation would be detrimental to the interests of the United States, and that their entry should be subject to certain restrictions, limitations, and exceptions.&nbsp; I therefore hereby proclaim the following:

Section&nbsp;1.&nbsp;&nbsp;Policy and Purpose.&nbsp; (a) &nbsp;It is the policy of the United States to protect its citizens from terrorist attacks and other national security or public-safety threats.&nbsp; Screening and vetting protocols and procedures associated with visa adjudications and other immigration processes play a critical role in implementing that policy. &nbsp;These protocols enhance our ability to detect foreign nationals who may commit, aid, or support acts of terrorism, or otherwise pose a safety threat, and they aid our efforts to prevent such individuals from entering the United States.

(b) &nbsp;Information-sharing and identity-management protocols and practices of foreign governments are important for the effectiveness of the screening and vetting protocols and procedures of the United States. &nbsp;Governments manage the identity and travel documents of their nationals and residents. They also control the circumstances under which they provide information about their nationals to other governments, including information about known or suspected terrorists and criminal-history information.&nbsp; It is, therefore, the policy of the United States to take all necessary and appropriate steps to encourage foreign governments to improve their information-sharing and identity-management protocols and practices and to regularly share their identity and threat information with the immigration screening and vetting systems of the United States.

(c) &nbsp;Section 2(b) of Executive Order 14161 directed the Secretary of State, the Attorney General, the Secretary of Homeland Security, and the Director of National Intelligence, within 60 days of the date of that order, to jointly submit to the President, through the Assistant to the President for Homeland Security, a report identifying countries throughout the&nbsp;world for which vetting and screening information is so deficient as to warrant a full or partial suspension on the entry or admission of nationals from those countries pursuant to section 212(f) of the INA (8 U.S.C. 1182(f)).

(d) &nbsp;On April 9, 2025, the Secretary of State, with the Assistant to the President for Homeland Security, presented the report described in subsection (c) of this section, recommending that entry restrictions and limitations be placed on foreign nationals of several countries.&nbsp; The report identified countries for which vetting and screening information is so deficient as to warrant a full suspension of admissions and countries that warrant a partial suspension of admission.

(e) &nbsp;In evaluating the recommendations from the Secretary of State and in determining what restrictions to impose for each country, I consulted with the Secretary of State, the Secretary of Defense, the Attorney General, the Secretary of Homeland Security, appropriate Assistants to the President, the Director of National Intelligence, and the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency.&nbsp; I considered foreign policy, national security, and counterterrorism goals.&nbsp; And I further considered various factors, including each country’s screening and vetting capabilities, information sharing policies, and country-specific risk factors — including whether each country has a significant terrorist presence within its territory, its visa-overstay rate, and its cooperation with accepting back its removable nationals.&nbsp;

I also considered the different risks posed by aliens admitted on immigrant visas and those admitted on nonimmigrant visas.&nbsp; Persons admitted on immigrant visas become lawful permanent residents of the United States.&nbsp; Such persons may present national security or public-safety concerns that may be distinct from those admitted as nonimmigrants.&nbsp; The United States affords lawful permanent residents more enduring rights than it does to nonimmigrants.&nbsp; Lawful permanent residents are more difficult to remove than nonimmigrants, even after national security concerns arise, which increases the costs and aggravates the dangers of errors associated with admitting such individuals.&nbsp; And although immigrants are generally subject to more extensive vetting than nonimmigrants, such vetting is far less reliable when the country from which someone seeks to emigrate maintains inadequate identity-management or information-sharing policies or otherwise poses risks to the national security of the United States.

I reviewed these factors and assessed these goals, with a&nbsp;particular focus on crafting country-specific restrictions.&nbsp; This approach was designed to encourage cooperation with the subject countries in recognition of each country’s unique circumstances. &nbsp;The restrictions and limitations imposed by this proclamation are, in my judgment, necessary to prevent the entry or admission of foreign nationals about whom the United States Government lacks sufficient information to assess the risks they pose to the United States.&nbsp; The restrictions and limitations imposed by this proclamation are necessary to garner cooperation from foreign governments, enforce our immigration laws, and advance other important foreign policy, national security, and counterterrorism objectives.

(f) &nbsp;After reviewing the report described in subsection (d) of this section, and after accounting for the foreign policy, national security, and counterterrorism objectives of the United States, I have determined to fully restrict and limit the entry of nationals of the following 12 countries:&nbsp; Afghanistan, Burma, Chad, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen.&nbsp; These restrictions distinguish between, but apply to both, the entry of immigrants and nonimmigrants.

(g) &nbsp;I have determined to partially restrict and limit the entry of nationals of the following 7 countries: &nbsp;Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela.&nbsp; These restrictions distinguish between, but apply to both, the entry of immigrants and nonimmigrants.&nbsp;

(h) &nbsp;Sections 2 and 3 of this proclamation describe some of the identity-management or information-sharing inadequacies that led me to impose restrictions.&nbsp; These inadequacies are sufficient to justify my finding that unrestricted entry of nationals from the named countries would be detrimental to the interests of the United States.&nbsp; Publicly disclosing additional details on which I relied in making these determinations, however, would cause serious damage to the national security of the United States, and many such details are classified.

Sec.&nbsp;2.&nbsp;&nbsp;Full Suspension of Entry for Nationals of Countries of Identified Concern.&nbsp; The entry into the United States of nationals of the following countries is hereby suspended and limited, as follows, subject to the categorical exceptions and case-by-case waivers described in section 5 of this proclamation:

(i) &nbsp;&nbsp;The Taliban, a Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT) group, controls Afghanistan.&nbsp; Afghanistan lacks a competent or cooperative central authority for issuing passports or civil documents and it does not have appropriate screening and vetting measures.&nbsp; According to the Fiscal Year 2023 Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Entry/Exit Overstay Report (“Overstay Report”), Afghanistan had a&nbsp;business/tourist (B-1/B-2) visa overstay rate of 9.70 percent and a student (F), vocational (M), and exchange visitor (J) visa overstay rate of 29.30 percent.

(ii) &nbsp;The entry into the United States of nationals of Afghanistan as immigrants and nonimmigrants is hereby fully suspended.

(i) &nbsp;&nbsp;According to the Overstay Report, Burma had a B‑1/B-2 visa overstay rate of 27.07 percent and an F, M, and J visa overstay rate of 42.17 percent.&nbsp; Additionally, Burma has historically not cooperated with the United States to accept back their removable nationals.

(ii) &nbsp;The entry into the United States of nationals of Burma as immigrants and nonimmigrants is hereby fully suspended.

(i) &nbsp;&nbsp;According to the Overstay Report, Chad had a B‑1/B-2 visa overstay rate of 49.54 percent and an F, M, and J visa overstay rate of 55.64 percent.&nbsp; According to the Fiscal Year 2022 Overstay Report, Chad had a B-1/B-2 visa overstay rate of 37.12 percent.&nbsp; The high visa overstay rate for 2022 and 2023 is unacceptable and indicates a blatant disregard for United States immigration laws.&nbsp;&nbsp;

(ii) &nbsp;The entry into the United States of nationals of Chad as immigrants and nonimmigrants is hereby fully suspended.

(i) &nbsp;&nbsp;According to the Overstay Report, the Republic of the Congo had a B-1/B-2 visa overstay rate of 29.63 percent and an F, M, and J visa overstay rate of 35.14 percent.

(ii) &nbsp;The entry into the United States of nationals of the Republic of the Congo as immigrants and nonimmigrants is hereby fully suspended.

(i) &nbsp;&nbsp;According to the Overstay Report, Equatorial Guinea had a B-1/B-2 visa overstay rate of 21.98 percent and an F, M, and J visa overstay rate of 70.18 percent.

(ii) &nbsp;The entry into the United States of nationals of Equatorial Guinea as immigrants and nonimmigrants is hereby fully suspended.

(i) &nbsp;&nbsp;The United States questions the competence of the central authority for issuance of passports or civil documents in Eritrea. &nbsp;Criminal records are not available to the United States for Eritrean nationals.&nbsp; Eritrea has historically refused to accept back its removable nationals.&nbsp; According to the Overstay Report, Eritrea had a B-1/B-2 visa overstay rate of 20.09 percent and an F, M, and J visa overstay rate of 55.43 percent.

(ii) &nbsp;The entry into the United States of nationals of Eritrea as immigrants and nonimmigrants is hereby fully suspended.

(i) &nbsp;&nbsp;According to the Overstay Report, Haiti had a B‑1/B-2 visa overstay rate of 31.38 percent and an F, M, and J visa overstay rate of 25.05 percent.&nbsp; Additionally, hundreds of thousands of illegal Haitian aliens flooded into the United States during the Biden Administration.&nbsp; This influx harms American communities by creating acute risks of increased overstay rates, establishment of criminal networks, and other national security threats. &nbsp;As is widely known, Haiti lacks a central authority with sufficient availability and dissemination of law enforcement information necessary to ensure its nationals do not undermine the national security of the United States.&nbsp;

(ii) &nbsp;The entry into the United States of nationals of Haiti as immigrants and nonimmigrants is hereby fully suspended.

(i) &nbsp;&nbsp;Iran is a state sponsor of terrorism.&nbsp; Iran regularly fails to cooperate with the United States Government in identifying security risks, is the source of significant terrorism around the world, and has historically failed to accept back its removable nationals.&nbsp;

(ii) &nbsp;The entry into the United States of nationals of Iran as immigrants and nonimmigrants is hereby suspended.

(i)&nbsp; &nbsp;There is no competent or cooperative central authority for issuing passports or civil documents in Libya.&nbsp; The historical terrorist presence within Libya’s territory amplifies the risks posed by the entry into the United States of its nationals.

(ii)&nbsp; The entry into the United States of nationals of Libya as immigrants and nonimmigrants is hereby fully suspended.

(i) &nbsp;&nbsp;Somalia lacks a competent or cooperative central authority for issuing passports or civil documents and it does not have appropriate screening and vetting measures.&nbsp; Somalia stands apart from other countries in the degree to which its government lacks command and control of its territory, which greatly limits the effectiveness of its national capabilities in a variety of respects.&nbsp; A persistent terrorist threat also emanates from Somalia’s territory.&nbsp; The United States Government has identified Somalia as a terrorist safe haven.&nbsp; Terrorists use regions of Somalia as safe havens from which they plan, facilitate, and conduct their operations.&nbsp; Somalia also remains a destination for individuals attempting to join terrorist groups that threaten the national security of the United States.&nbsp; The Government of Somalia struggles to provide governance needed to limit terrorists’ freedom of movement.&nbsp; Additionally, Somalia has historically refused to accept back its removable nationals.

(ii) &nbsp;The entry into the United States of nationals of Somalia as immigrants and nonimmigrants is hereby fully suspended.

(i) &nbsp;&nbsp;Sudan lacks a competent or cooperative central authority for issuing passports or civil documents and it does not have appropriate screening and vetting measures.&nbsp; According to the Overstay Report, Sudan had a B-1/B-2 visa overstay rate of 26.30 percent and an F, M, and J visa overstay rate of 28.40 percent.&nbsp;