📰 September 23, 2025: Trump Speaks at the UN, Government Shutdown Looms, Kimmel Returns

By Headline Living

September 23, 2025 – Today’s headlines are dominated by political drama, national security alerts, and media news that have Americans talking coast to coast. From President Trump’s UN speech to a major Secret Service operation in New York, here’s what you need to know.

Trump Addresses the UN

President Donald Trump delivered a forceful speech at the United Nations General Assembly today, questioning the purpose of the UN, criticizing global institutions, and slamming European nations for purchasing Russian energy. Analysts say the speech signals a continued hardline approach to foreign policy and global cooperation.

Government Shutdown Threat Increases

Negotiations to avoid a U.S. government shutdown hit a snag when Trump canceled a meeting with Democratic leaders, calling their demands “unserious.” Funding for the Affordable Care Act remains a key sticking point as lawmakers race toward the September 30 deadline.

Supreme Court Decision: FTC Firing Allowed

Former FTC Commissioner Rebecca Kelly Slaughter. Source: FTC.gov

The Supreme Court has ruled that President Trump may fire Federal Trade Commission chair Rebecca Kelly Slaughter. Arguments will resume in December to determine whether the president can remove officials from independent agencies at will, a case that could reshape federal oversight.

👩🏻‍💼Secret Service Thwarts NYC Threat

Ahead of the UN General Assembly, the Secret Service dismantled a network of electronic devices in New York that could have disabled the city’s cellphone networks. Authorities have not released details on suspects, but the operation prevented a potentially serious disruption.

💰U.S. and Global Economy: Signs of Strain

Economic data show U.S. business activity slowing in September, with manufacturing and services weakening. Globally, factory inventories are piling up, UK growth has slowed due to a cyberattack at Jaguar Land Rover, and the OECD projects global growth may decelerate to 2.9% by 2026.

Jimmy Kimmel Live! Returns

After a week-long suspension following controversial comments about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Jimmy Kimmel Live! is returning to ABC Tuesday, September 23, 2025. While Disney has reinstated the show, some stations may not air it.

Trump and Tylenol Claim

President Trump made public statements suggesting a link between acetaminophen (Tylenol) use during pregnancy and autism. Health experts and international agencies have strongly pushed back, calling the claims unsupported by scientific evidence. acetaminophen is considered safe for short-term, therapeutic use during pregnancy to alleviate fever, pain, and headaches, according to major organizations like the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). Doctors say untreated fever poses greater risks to both mother and fetus than Tylenol use, making it the safest over-the-counter option available to manage the condition.

Viral Social Media Trend: #Rapture

The hashtag #rapture is trending on TikTok, with some users claiming September 23–24 could mark the Rapture. The trend blends satire and genuine belief, attracting millions of views worldwide.