World Cup, Alley Histories, and Political Moves

The World Cup is here, with fan zones popping up on the National Mall and epic viewing parties at The Wharf—soccer fans, rejoice! Meanwhile, DC’s hidden alleyway history comes to life in a new podcast from the DC History Center, tracing Black life’s roots back to the Civil War. Politically, the White House is navigating a bizarre Epstein file drama, while a federal judge watches Trump’s slush fund closely. Senate talks hint at a third reconciliation bill—controversial, with GOP skepticism—and Trump just completed a major 22-specialist medical review. Plus: a new map reveals secret eateries, and the Smithsonian’s National Zoo is throwing an elephant fest this August. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6490dd8671b76685