Northeastern governors are considering dropping resistance to natural gas pipelines and other fossil fuel projects in an effort to persuade the Trump administration to allow offshore wind farms to proceed, according to a person familiar with the matter. Building trades unions affected by stalled wind farm developments have reached out to the White House without receiving a meaningful response. In separate developments, Apple announced this week it is raising prices for its products in the U.S., with the new iPhone Air costing $100 more than its predecessor and the Pro model starting at $1099, up from $999. This price increase occurs without any mention of tariffs. Last week, Apple CEO Tim Cook stated that the company would make an unspecified $600 billion investment in the U.S. while sitting next to President Trump. Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to appear on "The Matt Gaetz Show" tonight, September 9th, at 9 PM ET, as reported by The Democrats on X. Meanwhile, in the House of Representatives, a petition to release information has reached 216 signatures, with a potential to reach 218 by September 29th if Adelita Sanchez wins her father's seat and is sworn in. Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi directed federal prosecution for the murder of Iryna Zarutska, naming DeCarlos Brown Jr., citing failed soft-on-crime policies. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent argued in International Economy that the Federal Reserve exacerbates inequality by not meeting its inflation mandate. White House spokesperson Leavitt indicated support for a handwriting expert review of a document allegedly not bearing President Trump's signature, with many analysts already deeming it inauthentic. Senator John Fetterman dismissed rumors of a party switch. Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced his re-election campaign. The House began debate on H. Res. 682 concerning the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026. Senator Jack Reed criticized Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's strike on Qatar, and Representative Brad Sherman condemned Palestinian terrorist attacks in Jerusalem. Auburn University men's basketball coach Bruce Pearl is reportedly considering, but leaning against, a Senate run in Alabama. Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr.'s MAHA Commission released the "Make Our Children Healthy Again Strategy." Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino arrived in Chicago as part of an immigration crackdown. The NSA recalled a report following a directive from the Director of National Intelligence. Representative Thomas Massie addressed criticism regarding his stance on flag burning. American University students protested alleged federal overreach. California Governor Gavin Newsom is convening Democratic leaders for an event related to his redistricting ballot proposition. Andrew Cuomo held a press conference. The U.S. National Archives will display the entire U.S. Constitution for the first time. CPB truck tires were slashed, preventing their departure.
