The Big 3 – 07.28.25

President Trump Secures Peace/Trade Deals While Traveling Abroad

Trump negotiated a major trade deal this week with the European Union, as well as a peace deal between Cambodia and Thailand. (More)

Armed Veteran Stops Alleged Stabbing Suspect At Michigan Walmart

After the alleged attacks against at least 11 individuals at a Traverse City Walmart on Saturday, a former Marine held the suspect at gunpoint in the store’s parking lot until authorities arrived on scene. (More)

USDA Sec. Rollins Unveils Millions In Disaster Relief For Virginia Farmers

“President Trump is making government work faster and better for the people it serves. At USDA we saw the devastating impact recent natural disasters had on our nation’s agricultural lands and infrastructure. Together with the Commonwealth of Virginia, we expedited the implementation of this disaster assistance so Virginia’s finest farmers, ranchers, and foresters can get back on their feet and continue to nobly feed and clothe our nation and the world,” said Secretary Rollins. (More)

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On This Day

• 1864 – Union Forces (under Major General William T. Sherman) defeat the Confederates (under Lt. General John Bell Hood) near Atlanta in the Battle of Ezra Chapel.

• 1868 – William H. Seward announces the ratification of the 14th Amendment, granting citizenship to ex-slaves.

• 1898 – The U.S. Army occupies Ponce and declares victory over Spanish forces in Puerto Rico during the Spanish American War.