News Wrap: Trump's Racist Obama Post, Benghazi Suspect Arrested, Pakistan Mosque Bombing

Racist Obama Depiction Sparks Backlash

• racist depiction of former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama, with their heads superimposed on ape bodies, was posted on President Trump's social media.
• 🗣️ The post drew widespread condemnation from Democrats and some Republicans, with House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries calling Trump a "vile, unhinged, and malignant bottom feeder."
• ⚠️ Senator Tim Scott expressed dismay, calling it "the most racist thing I've seen out of this White House."
• ❓ White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt initially defended the post as an internet meme, but it was later deleted, with a staffer reportedly erroneously posting it.
• 💔 A 13-time Trump voter called the post an "embarrassment" and a "breaking point," apologizing for supporting Trump.

Benghazi Suspect Arrested

• 🇺🇸 The U.S. has arrested Zubayr al-Bakoush, suspected of playing a key role in the 2012 Benghazi consulate attack that killed four Americans.
• ⚖️ Al-Bakoush was extradited to the U.S. and indicted on eight counts, including murder, arson, and terrorism-related charges.
• 📌 Another suspect, Ahmed Abu Khattala, was captured in 2014 and convicted for his role in the attack.

Pakistan Mosque Bombing

• 💣 A suicide bomber targeted Shiite worshippers at a mosque in Islamabad, Pakistan, killing at least 31 people and wounding over 160.
• 🎯 The Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attack, which targeted Shiite Muslims, a minority in the country.

Savannah Guthrie's Mother Investigation

• 🔍 Authorities are investigating the authenticity of a new message concerning Savannah Guthrie's mother, who is reportedly being held.
• ⏳ An alleged ransom note had an initial deadline of yesterday evening, with a second deadline set for Monday.

Market Rally and Sonny Jurgensen's Death

• 📈 Stocks surged on Wall Street, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average topping 50,000 for the first time.
• 🏈 Hall of Fame quarterback Sonny Jurgensen, known for his prolific passing with the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders, has died at age 91.