The House of Representatives passed H.R. 3486, the "Stop Illegal Entry Act of 2025," by a vote of 226-197 this afternoon. The bill aims to impose felonies and fines on individuals entering the country illegally, with Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene making a cameo appearance in a related social media post. This legislative action occurs as U.S. inflation for August was reported at 2.9% year-over-year, with a 0.4% monthly increase, the highest since January, according to data released this morning. Federal authorities are continuing their investigation into the assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University on September 10th. Officials reported having "good video footage" of the suspect and indicated they tracked an individual who fled into a neighborhood after the incident. Ammunition engraved with transgender and anti-fascist ideology was reportedly found in the rifle used in the attack. The FBI is conducting DNA and fingerprint analysis on the weapon and its cartridges, which were found wrapped in a towel in a wooded area near the scene. In economic news, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for August showed a headline increase of 0.38% month-over-month, matching the highest monthly reading since January. The 12-month inflation rate stands at 2.9%, an increase from April's low of 2.3%. Core CPI inflation, excluding food and energy, also saw its highest monthly print since January, rising 0.35% and bringing the 12-month rate to 3.1%. Analysts noted that tariffs are contributing to higher prices for goods, while the price of non-housing services has not decreased to compensate. Following the assassination, Representative Derrick Van Orden stated that the media is responsible for Kirk's death by echoing violent political rhetoric. Meanwhile, Deputy Secretary of State Victoria Nuland posted on X that foreigners glorifying violence and hatred are not welcome and directed consular officials to take appropriate action against such social media comments. Representative Mallory McMorrow shared her concern over death threats received by colleagues and called for addressing violence in the country. In unrelated political developments, Kansas Republicans have been invited to the White House on October 15th to discuss possible congressional redistricting. Earlier today, President Donald Trump attended a 9/11 commemoration. The Senate is also preparing for a potential "nuclear option" vote to change confirmation precedents to a simple majority, which is expected to follow the failure of a resolution to confirm nominees at the 60-vote threshold.
