‘Deranged message’ on National Mall sparks police probe as Trump security fears mount

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Law enforcement officials responded to Washington, D.C.’s National Mall on Thursday after a giant “8647” message appeared to be etched into the grass, prompting an investigation as federal authorities remain on heightened alert over political threats and violence.  “The deranged vandalism on our National Mall will not … Read more

Federal authorities investigate giant ‘8647’ markings on National Mall

Giant markings of the numbers 8647 appeared Thursday on the National Mall in Washington, prompting an investigation by federal authorities and claims of “political violence” by the White House. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. An Interior Department spokesperson called the incident “deranged” vandalism that “will … Read more

30 gallons of fuel spilled on National Mall after event for America’s 250th birthday

WASHINGTON — More than 30 gallons of fuel spilled onto the National Mall from generators that were used during a recent event celebrating America’s 250th anniversary that was organized by Freedom 250, a group created by the Trump administration, according to three people familiar with the matter. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited … Read more

30 gallons of fuel spilled on National Mall after event for America’s 250th birthday

WASHINGTON – More than 30 gallons of fuel spilled onto the National Mall from generators that were used during a recent event celebrating America’s 250th anniversary that was organized by Freedom 250, a group created by the Trump administration, according to three people familiar with the matter. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited … Read more

“Stinging and hurting:” Spraying incident in luxury mall in Japan injures about 20, authorities say

Around 20 people were wounded at a luxury shopping complex in central Tokyo on Monday when a man sprayed a substance inside, police and fire department officials said. Tokyo police spokesman Yusuke Koide told French news agency AFP that a man sprayed a substance at an ATM on the ground floor of the building, while … Read more

Trump reads Bible as thousands pack National Mall for America 250 prayer rally

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Top Trump administration officials, Republican lawmakers and prominent Christian leaders gathered on the National Mall on Sunday for a massive prayer rally celebrating America’s upcoming 250th anniversary. The event — “Rededicate 250: A National Jubilee of Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving” — drew thousands for worship music, speeches … Read more

Trump allies and Christian leaders kick off America’s 250th birthday with religious rally on National Mall

The event has also drawn some criticism. The Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush, CEO of the Interfaith Alliance, argued it promoted a narrow view of American religious identity. “This is an opportunity for America to celebrate the diversity that is our religious heritage,” Raushenbush told NBC News on Sunday. “Unfortunately, what we’re seeing with Rededicate is … Read more

US marshals capture 17-year-old suspected in mass shooting on Iowa City pedestrian mall

Federal authorities on Monday arrested a teenager in Georgia who is accused of opening fire last month near a popular University of Iowa nightlife district, injuring five people. Iowa City officials announced in a news release that U.S. marshals captured Damarian M. Jones, 17, of Cedar Rapids, near Atlanta. He faces multiple charges, including five … Read more

Louisiana bill expands first-degree murder charges and death penalty eligibility after mall shooting

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A Louisiana bill expanded after a deadly mall shooting would broaden first-degree murder charges and potentially increase death penalty eligibility, and lawmakers cited the attack as justification for toughening the state’s homicide laws. House Bill 102 was originally introduced to create a new crime targeting abuse or … Read more

Feds charge Texas man who allegedly shot at Secret Service agent on National Mall

Washington — The Justice Department on Wednesday charged a Texas man with assault and weapons offenses, after he allegedly fired his gun toward a Secret Service agent and wounded a bystander on the National Mall. Michael Marx, 45, of Midland, Texas, faces charges of assaulting federal officers with a dangerous weapon, using and discharging a … Read more