Trump eyes cuts to ‘Democrat Agencies’ in government shutdown – Reuters

USC asked to commit to Trump values to gain preference for grants. Newsom threatens state funding – LAist

Manchester synagogue attack: What we know about the victims and attacker – Al Jazeera

U.S. in ‘armed conflict’ with drug cartels, Trump tells Congress – The Washington Post

FDA Approves Generic Version of Abortion Pill Mifepristone – The New York Times

Government shutdown layoffs to occur ‘very soon,’ White House warns – Federal News Network

Trump to Withhold $18 Billion for New York-Area Transit Projects – The New York Times

Israeli naval ships intercept Gaza-bound flotilla – BBC

Conservationist Jane Goodall Dead at 91 While on U.S. Speaking Tour: Latest Updates – Newsweek

Pentagon plans widespread random polygraphs, NDAs to stanch leaks – The Washington Post

Here’s How a Government Shutdown Works – The New York Times

Trump and Hegseth’s plan for a MAGA military reset, told in 11 quotes – Axios