The Hound 9/2

Hi there,

It’s Tuesday. Today we’re talking about a looming government shutdown as Congress returns from recess, Trump’s escalating fight with federal workers and unions at the VA, and more.

We’re also tracking how right-wing media are spinning Trump’s attempt to oust Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. Fox Business framed the removal as a way for Trump to tip the Fed’s balance of power in his favor instead of what it is: a direct assault on the independence of the central bank.

🖊️ Add your name to call on the media to stop echoing Trump’s attacks and start telling the truth.

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

Government shutdown looms as Congress returns after monthlong August recess (PBS)

How Trump is decimating federal employee unions one step at a time (NPR)

Nine Former CDC Directors Say RFK Jr.’s Purge Is ‘Endangering’ Public Health (NOTUS)

Trump administration gives coal plants and chemical facilities a pass (Grist)

1.2 million immigrants are gone from the US labor force under Trump, preliminary data shows (AP)

Amid a Wave of Mass Shootings, Florida Cracks Down on Chalk (Mother Jones)

Trump Revokes Biden Order Targeting Food System Consolidation (Civil Eats)

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!