This Morning’s Top Headlines – Aug. 14 | Morning News NOW

International Relations & Geopolitics - A meeting between President Trump and President Putin is aimed at ending the over three-year-old war with Ukraine [1] - President Trump warned of severe consequences, including sanctions and tariffs, if Russia does not agree to end the war [3][4] - Russia occupies approximately 20% of Ukraine [6][28] - European leaders emphasize principles for Ukraine, including no deals about Ukraine without Ukraine, a ceasefire first, and no Russian veto on Ukraine joining NATO or the EU [18][19] US Domestic Affairs & Politics - President Trump wants to extend the federal police presence in DC beyond 30 days, potentially through a national emergency declaration or congressional approval [36][37][38] - The Trump administration argues that violent crime statistics in DC are rigged, while local officials claim a 26% drop in violent crime since last year [41] - The Trump administration is exerting more control over the Kennedy Center, with the president naming himself chairman of the board [44] Weather & Natural Disasters - Tropical Storm Aaron is expected to become a major hurricane with winds of 150 miles per hour, but current forecasts suggest it will miss the US East Coast [46][60][61] - Southeastern Tennessee experienced 7 inches of rain in less than three hours, leading to deadly flooding and swiftwater rescues [47] - The South Chickamaga Creek in Chattanooga is about 6 feet higher than normal, raising concerns about river flooding [49] Crime & Law Enforcement - An armored truck robbery near Philadelphia resulted in the theft of over $700,000 [64] - Police are investigating whether the armored truck robberies are connected, including one in June where $2 million was stolen [65] Immigration & Education - Teachers in Los Angeles are concerned about possible ICE raids and deportations affecting their students [67][68] - The Trump administration ended a policy preventing ICE agents from making arrests in schools [69]