Washington DC Today | 2 Min News Podcast
1) DNN Is Temporarily Offline (We’ll Be Right Back)
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2) Peña-Melnyk: Maryland's First Afro-Latina Speaker
Delegate Joseline Peña-Melnyk, Marylands first Afro-Latina and immigrant Speaker of the House, takes over amidst economic challenges. She vows no broad tax hikes, focusing on smart cuts and civil talk...Show More
3) Lawyers: Trump Pardon Covers Cole's Capitol Bombs
Brian Coles legal team, who represent the man accused of placing pipe bombs in D.C. before the January 6th Capitol riot, argue that Trumps broad pardon applies to their client. They claim Cole, a Trum...Show More
4) Banfield's Trial: Murder, Au Pair, and a Home Invasion
Former IRS agent Brendan Banfield stands trial for murdering his wife and shooting a stranger, allegedly to run off with their au pair. Jury selection is complete, and the trial is underway. Magalhaes...Show More
5) Masked Suspects Steal Cash from Montgomery County Businesses
Montgomery County police seek four masked suspects who broke into 25 businesses at a shopping center on Christmas morning, stealing undisclosed cash. The coordinated hit occurred between 12:16 a.m. an...Show More
6) Aldi Expands in US, Adding 500 Stores
Aldi, the budget-friendly grocery chain, is expanding its U.S. presence with a plan to open over 100 new stores in Colorado, Maine, Arizona, and Las Vegas over the next five years. This growth comes a...Show More
7) Protests Escalate Over ICE Shooting in Twin Cities
Protests intensify in the Twin Cities following ICE agents fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good, sparking weekend demonstrations and student walkouts. The White House defends the officer, while local b...Show More
8) Senator Kelly Sues Hegseth Over Free Speech
U.S. Senator Mark Kelly from Arizona has filed a lawsuit against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, challenging Hegseths actions as unconstitutional. This comes after Hegseth censured Kelly for joining a...Show More
9) Lego Pokémon Sets: Pre-Order Now
Lego and Pokémon unveil first-ever building sets, featuring Pikachu, Eevee, Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise. Pre-order now, release February 27, 2026. Join clue hunt for chances to win sets and tri...Show More
10) Independents Rise, Partisanship Wanes in US
Gallups latest poll indicates a surge in political independents, with 45% of Americans now identifying as such, marking a decade high. Younger generations, particularly Gen Z and millennials, are driv...Show More