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View in Browser Policy changes, but facts endure. AP delivers accurate, fact-based journalism to keep the world informed in every administration. Support independent reporting today. Donate. By Sarah Naffa October 22, 2025 In the news today: U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth significantly altered how military officials will speak with Congress; U.S. President Donald Trump said the federal government owes him “a lot of money” for prior Justice Department investigations into his actions; and an immigration enforcement sweep on Manhattan’s famed Canal Street turned chaotic. Also, photos show the story of how dozens of valuable vintage cars are stored in an unusual forest graveyard. Monday's Morning Wire overstated the number of children a study said benefitted from being exposed to peanuts. About 60,000 children have avoided food allergies since 2015, including 40,000 children who otherwise would have developed peanut allergies. The story is here. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth arrives to speak at an event marking during activities to mark the upcoming Marine Corps' 250th anniversary Saturday, on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in Camp Pendleton, Calif. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull) POLITICS Hegseth changes policy on Pentagon dealings with Congress Leaders at the Pentagon have significantly altered how military officials will speak with Congress after a pair of new memos issued last week. Read more. Why this matters: In an Oct. 15 memo, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and his deputy, Steve Feinberg, ordered Pentagon officials — including the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff — to obtain permission from the department’s main legislative affairs office before they have any communication with Capitol Hill. Previously, individual agencies and military branches within the Pentagon were able to manage their own communications with Congress. The memo was issued the same day Pentagon reporters exited the building rather than agree to the Defense Department’s new restrictions on their work, and it appears to be part of a broader effort by Hegseth to exert tighter control over what the department communicates to the outside world. Sean Parnell, the top Pentagon spokesman, called the move a “pragmatic step” that’s part of an effort “to improve accuracy and responsiveness in communicating with the Congress to facilitate increased transparency.” RELATED COVERAGE ➤ Trump pick to lead federal watchdog agency withdraws after ‘Nazi streak’ text messages were revealed   Trump doesn’t want ‘wasted meeting’ with Putin as he confirms talks on Ukraine war are off for now   A Cuban man deported by the US to Africa is on a hunger strike in prison, his lawyer says   Trump hosts Senate Republicans at renovated White House as the shutdown drags into fourth week   US ranchers oppose Trump’s plan to import more Argentine beef and experts doubt it will lower prices   Trump nominates new Army vice chief with current general just two years into the role   Trump administration pledges to speed some student loan forgiveness after lawsuit   Progressive groups launch $1.4 million campaign to win back Latino voters from Trump   Man taken into custody after driving his car into security gate outside White House, authorities say   Man charged with stalking, accused of sending Wisconsin’s chief justice intimidating emails   Ex-Amazon driver sues civil rights agency for dropping her case following Trump’s executive order   Federal lawsuit challenges private school that gives preference to Native Hawaiians   Maine Democrat Platner, on defense over tattoo, takes page from Trump playbook to keep up Senate bid   New Jersey Republicans ask for federal monitors in critical county ahead of governor’s election   Kenny Loggins demands removal of Trump’s AI-generated video using ‘Danger Zone’   Historical photos of the White House’s East Wing POLITICS Trump says he'd have final say on money he seeks from feds President Donald Trump said Tuesday that the federal government owes him “a lot of money” for prior Justice Department investigations into his actions and insisted he would have the ultimate say on any payout because any decision will “have to go across my desk.” Read more. Why this matters: Trump’s comments to reporters at the White House came in response to questions about a New York Times story that said he had filed administrative claims before being reelected, seeking roughly $230 million in damages related to the FBI’s 2022 search of his Mar-a-Lago property for classified documents and for a separate investigation into potential ties between Russia and his 2016 presidential campaign. The status of the claims and any negotiations over them within the Justice Department was not immediately clear. One of Trump’s lead defense lawyers in the Mar-a-Lago investigation, Todd Blanche, is now the deputy attorney general at the Justice Department. “In any circumstance, all officials at the Department of Justice follow the guidance of career ethics officials,” a Justice Department spokesperson said. RELATED COVERAGE ➤ Judge says DHS social media posts in Rep. McIver prosecution are ‘prejudicial’ and should be removed Lawsuit seeks to force swearing in of US Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva of Arizona U.S. NEWS Protesters confront immigration agents conducting sweep on NYC’s famed Canal Street An immigration enforcement sweep targeting vendors on Manhattan’s famed Canal Street turned chaotic on Tuesday after droves of angry New Yorkers surrounded federal agents and attempted to block them from driving off, prompting arrests and fierce standoffs along a bustling downtown corridor. Read more. What to know: Agents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Border Patrol and other federal offices tried to clear the streets, in some cases shoving protesters to the ground and threatening them with pepper spray before detaining them. Additional federal agents, armed with long guns and tactical gear, also arrived in a military tactical vehicle. Tricia McLaughlin, a spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security, said the agents were conducting an enforcement operation against sellers of “counterfeit goods.” “During this law enforcement operation, rioters who were shouting obscenities, became violent and obstructed law enforcement duties including blocking vehicles and assaulting law enforcement,” she said. The sweep came days after a conservative influencer shared video on X showing a group of men selling bags on the street, urging the official ICE account to “check this corner out.” Mayor Eric Adams said the city had no involvement in the sweep Tuesday and was still gathering details. “Our administration has been clear that undocumented New Yorkers trying to pursue their American Dreams should not be the target of law enforcement, and resources should instead be focused on violent criminals,” he said. RELATED COVERAGE ➤ Immigration agents shot a suspect after he rammed their vehicle during LA stop, DHS says San Francisco leaders push back against Trump’s National Guard threat Inflatable costumes used to deflate tensions at rallies against Trump, in photos ADVERTISEMENT IN OTHER NEWS READ Peru: President declares state of emergency in capital as it tries to stem surging violence Colombia: Appeals court overturns conviction of ex-President Uribe for bribery and witness tampering Middle East: Israel identifies two more hostages’ bodies as Vance prepares to meet Netanyahu Uganda: More than 40 people killed in a crash of buses and other vehicles Campus controversy: Oxford debating society votes to oust president for remarks about Charlie Kirk Airborne hazards: A United Airlines emergency landing likely caused by collision with a weather balloon Today in History: In 2012, cyclist Lance Armstrong was formally stripped of his seven Tour de France victories and received a lifetime ban from Olympic sports WATCH Squash soccer: Watch a baby elephant play ball with a small pumpkin A CHANGE OF PACE A vintage Cadillac is covered by autumn leaves within a forest in Neanderthal Valley in Mettmann, Germany, Sunday. (AP Photo/Martin Meissner) A vintage car graveyard in western Germany, in photos A collection of 50 vintage cars, including a Jaguar XK120, a Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost, and a Porsche 356, would be worth millions if the cars were restored. Instead, they remain parked in a private forest and covered in fall’s crisp leaves and 25 years of rust. A look at the unusual way a car collector displays his prized vehicles. Please let us know what you think of this newsletter. You can sign up for more and invite a friend here. For news in real time visit APNews.com. - Sarah SUPPORT THE AP. DONATE. Manage preferences or unsubscribe | Privacy Policy *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in advertising, contact us here. ADVERTISEMENT