The Needle: Mall Fireworks Will Poison the Air, Trump Still Trying to Force His Name on Kennedy Center, Trump Made $2.2 Billion in a Year, Small Towns Can’t Afford 250th Parties, and FBI Wants to Criminalize Graffiti

The Mall fireworks display is expected to generate hazardous PM2.5 pollution, affecting public health. Trump's legal team seeks to rename the Kennedy Center after him, citing fundraising claims. Trump reportedly earned $2.2 billion in his first year in office, largely from crypto ventures. Small towns lack funds for 250th anniversary celebrations due to redirected federal spending. The FBI suggests anti-capitalist graffiti could indicate extremist activity.