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A federal judge ruled yesterday that the Trump administration illegally deployed 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines to Los Angeles during June protests against immigration raids.
The San Francisco-based judge said the move violated the Posse Comitatus Act, which bars the use of federal troops for domestic law enforcement except in limited cases, such as an insurrection. The Justice Department, which is expected to appeal, argued the troops were needed to quell unrest and protect federal immigration agents. The 300 National Guard troops still stationed in Los Angeles may remain following yesterday’s decision, but their duties are essentially restricted to guarding federal property.
The ruling applies only to California, not the more than 2,000 National Guard troops Trump deployed to address crime in Washington, DC. He confirmed plans yesterday to send troops to Chicago and Baltimore, but did not specify a timeline. |
Ketchup Conglomerate Splits |
Kraft Heinz announced yesterday that it is splitting into two companies. The move ends a decadelong merger spearheaded by investment company Berkshire Hathaway and Brazilian private equity firm 3G Capital. Shares closed down nearly 7% on the news.
When Kraft and Heinz merged in 2015, their $46B deal was the most expensive in the food industry at the time. Since then, health-conscious American consumers have trended away from processed foods, while budget-conscious consumers have turned to store-brand alternatives. Kraft Heinz’s challenges follow a broader trend of packaged food conglomerates struggling to retain their clientele, with Keurig Dr Pepper and Kellogg’s similarly dividing their businesses.
Kraft Heinz plans to finalize its split next year. One company will focus on sauces and shelf-stable meals, while a second will prioritize North American staples like Oscar Mayer and Kraft Singles. Berkshire Hathaway remains Kraft Heinz's single largest investor, owning a 27.5% stake. See its other top holdings here. |
American Vogue Succession |
Anna Wintour has named 39-year-old Chloe Malle as top editor at American Vogue, marking the first new leader at one of fashion’s most influential publications in 37 years. The announcement comes roughly two months after 75-year-old Wintour stepped down as editor-in-chief.
Malle is the daughter of actress Candice Bergen and filmmaker Louis Malle. She will manage the day-to-day US operations as head of editorial content, while Wintour oversees global operations at Vogue and serves as chief content officer at Condé Nast. Malle has been with American Vogue for 14 years; she currently leads Vogue.com and cohosts "The Run-Through" podcast. She is credited with doubling Vogue.com's traffic within two years and expanding digital coverage of high-profile events like the Met Gala and Vogue World.
Malle's family background has also drawn public attention, particularly her mother's on-screen role as a Vogue editor in the hit series "Sex and the City." |
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