1. Pentagon Under Scrutiny for Unauthorized Signal App Use
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing criticism for allegedly sharing classified details of a planned U.S. strike on Yemen via an unauthorized Signal group chat that included his wife, brother, and over a dozen others. This incident follows a similar breach by National Security Advisor Mike Waltz. President Trump dismissed the earlier breach as a “glitch.” 가디언
2. U.S. Stock Futures Decline Amid Tariff Concerns
On April 21, 2025, U.S. stock futures pointed lower following a shortened trading week, with the Dow Jones, Nasdaq, and S&P 500 futures falling between 1.1% and 1.6%. This decline comes amid investor concerns over ongoing tariff uncertainties and anticipation of major earnings reports from companies such as Tesla and Alphabet. Investopedia
3. White House Hosts Easter Egg Roll Amid Rain Forecast
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump are expecting 40,000 people to participate in the first White House Easter Egg Roll of his second term. The event features traditional egg rolling, an egg hunt, and activities promoting the upcoming 250th anniversary of America’s founding. Scattered showers are in the forecast for Monday. WJXT
4. Massive Federal Layoffs Spark Controversy
The Trump administration has initiated significant federal layoffs, impacting various agencies including the Department of Education, Health and Human Services, and USAID. These cuts have led to nationwide protests and concerns over the future of essential services. 가디언
5. Severe Storms Hit Oklahoma and Texas
Tornado-producing storms have caused deadly weather in Oklahoma and Texas. Additional heavy rain is expected across the Plains this week, increasing the risk of flooding due to already saturated ground conditions. NPR
