The Hound 8/12

Hi there,

It’s Tuesday. Today we’re talking about Trump’s push to federalize Washington, D.C., despite crime being at multiyear lows, his sweeping tax bill that siphons off billions from Medicaid and SNAP, and more.

We’re also tracking how media outlets are handling calls for martial law in D.C. and other U.S. cities — often underplayed or framed as tough policing.

🖊️ Add your name to demand real coverage that spells out the threat to democratic norms — not just ratings.

Read about this, and more, with today’s stories:

Trump asserts control of Washington, D.C., police, will deploy National Guard in nation's capital (NPR)

Trump’s tax law will mostly benefit the rich, while leaving poorer Americans with less, CBO says (AP)

Trump Planned D.C. Takeover Because He Hated Route to His Golf Course (The New Republic)

Trump nominates Heritage Foundation economist as labor statistics chief (The Guardian)

Veterans’ Care at Risk Under Trump as Hundreds of Doctors and Nurses Reject Working at VA Hospitals (ProPublica)

ICE Agent Caught on Camera Disguised as a Construction Worker (The Intercept)

Following the USDA’s food and farm funding: Here’s what’s been canceled and frozen, and resources for those affected (Grist)

Until next time,

Harry from The Hound

P.S. We’re always looking for new independent and progressive media sources to spotlight in our roundups. If there’s an outlet you think would be a great addition, reply to this email with your recommendation. We’d love to hear from you!