U.S. inflation rose to 2.9% year-over-year in August, up from 2.3% in April, driven by higher costs for food, gas, and shelter, according to data reported on September 11th, 2025, at approximately 2:40 PM UTC. The monthly inflation rate jumped 0.4% in August, the highest monthly increase since January. In the wake of Charlie Kirk's assassination on September 10th, Deputy Secretary of State stated on X at approximately 1:50 PM UTC that foreigners who glorify violence and hatred are not welcome and directed consular officials to take appropriate action against those praising or rationalizing the event. Meanwhile, the House of Representatives is currently voting on H.R. 3486, the "Stop Illegal Entry Act of 2025." Additionally, Republican Senator Derrick Van Orden told reporters that the media is responsible for Kirk's death by echoing violent political rhetoric. The Senate is preparing for a "nuclear option" fight regarding nominee confirmations, with a vote on a resolution to confirm batches of nominees expected in about 30 minutes. This vote is anticipated to fail at the 60-vote threshold, after which Republicans plan to move to change the precedent to a simple majority. President Donald Trump attended a 9/11 commemoration earlier today. The investigation into Kirk's assassination continues, with federal authorities having found the suspected rifle, a Mauser .30-06 caliber bolt action rifle, with cartridges engraved with transgender and anti-fascist ideology.
