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7 Highlights: Britt and Tuberville pay tribute to Kirk; those celebrating worry about jobs; undocumented workers arrested at poultry plant; and more…

7. The University of Alabama fraternity organized a memorial for Charlie Kirk. Members lit candles and shared their thoughts on conservative ideals as silence was observed during an NFL game involving the former Washington Redskins and the Green Bay Packers.

6. The U.S. Department of Education has redirected grant funds previously allocated to ethnic minority institutions, shifting financial support toward underfunded students of all races. This move has led to speculation that a long-standing segregation order may soon be lifted.

5. The Consumer Price Index saw an increase of 0.2% in August 2025, largely driven by rising gas prices. This came despite ongoing debates about President Trump’s tariffs, resulting in figures slightly above the ideal annual inflation target of 2.5%. Market analysts find the record high in stocks somewhat difficult to reconcile with these inflation numbers.

4. Immigration authorities conducted an operation at a Franklin County poultry plant, resulting in 28 arrests, including 21 suspected illegal immigrants. Sheriff Shannon Oliver confirmed that two checkpoints were established to address the situation.

3. U.S. Representative Dale Strong (R-Huntsville) supported new legislation that enables Redstone Arsenal to employ contracted security forces, which will help secure the area for nearly 50,000 personnel and prepare for the potential relocation of space command operations.

2. Wired magazine reported that right-wing activists are targeting individuals allegedly celebrating Charlie Kirk’s death. Concerns have been raised about an anonymous website revealing details about those involved, which has led to job losses for some of those individuals.

1. U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) expressed approval of Charlie Kirk’s assassination as a significant political act, noting the loss of influential figures like Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) due to political violence.

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