A teacher’s aide who briefly worked as a New York City police officer has been charged with murder in connection with the fatal stabbing of a jogger, according to court documents.
Sayed Mohassib was arrested Saturday, more than a week after 28-year-old Katie Suarez was stabbed in the neck while jogging in Brooklyn.
He was working for the New York City Department of Education, the department confirmed Sunday. The department has suspended Mohassib and will move to terminate his employment pending the outcome of the case, it said in a statement to CNN.
“The safety of our students is our very top priority,” the statement read. “We are supporting the NYPD in their investigation however is needed.”
“This attack on Katie Suarez was horrific,” New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Monday. The mayor said the city’s hearts are with her loved ones, “who have been shattered by this,” and stressed “our commitment to hold the individual responsible fully accountable.”
For Suarez’s parents, the arrest brings no undoing of that night: a frantic search along a dark path, and the moment her father found their only daughter bleeding beneath a tree.
“She never thought that something like this could happen to her,” Suarez’s mother, Yasira Suarez, told CNN affiliate WABC. “I would always tell her, ‘Honey, you have to be careful, you have to be careful,’ and she would say, ‘Ma, nothing is going to happen to me, ma I’ll be fine, nothing is going to happen to me, ma.’”
Now, in the wake of Suarez’s death, details about Mohassib’s past are gaining scrutiny, and Suarez’s parents are left mourning a daughter they were waiting for less than a mile from the attack.
(Undated) -- Former President Joe Biden is scaling back his promotional tour for his upcoming presidential memoir as he continues treatment for prostate cancer. Biden announced the decision Sunday, saying some days are better than others and his health sometimes slows him down. His book, Promise Me, America, is set for release November 17th and covers major events from his presidency, including the COVID-19 pandemic, the January 6 Capitol attack and the withdrawal from Afghanistan. Biden was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer in May 2025, after the disease had spread to his bones. He says recent radiation treatments have produced the results his doctors hoped for.
(Washington, DC) -- The Republican pushing for Pete Hegseth to be ousted has introduced articles of impeachment against the Secretary of War. Speaking on the House floor Monday, Congressman Thomas Massie of Kentucky said Hegseth's impeachable acts include going to war without Congress in Iran. Massie, who lost his primary earlier this year to a Trump-backed candidate, is trying to force a vote before he newly-elected Congress is sworn in January. If it passes the House, it would take 67 senators to vote Hegseth out. Hegseth announced he will hold a press event Tuesday to address the impeachment effort against him.
Some scary moments in Fort Myers, Florida on Saturday after a small plane landed on a highway.
The pilot reported engine trouble and had to make an emergency landing.
The plane crashed into the back of a pick up truck.
Two people were on board the plane.
No one was hurt from the plane or on the ground.
Recently, there have been two appalling displays of vulgarity involving public figures. One instance includes Charlie Kirk, a political commentator, who was shot in an act of political violence. His wife, Erika, has spoken out against the culture that laughs at such events, emphasizing the profound moral decay it represents. She highlighted that political violence should never be tolerated or celebrated, and that every life is valuable regardless of political disagreements. Another incident involves a comedian whose jokes many found deeply offensive and in poor taste, further contributing to a culture that trivializes violence. These incidents underscore the importance of respecting human life and the consequences of normalizing violence through humor.
Comedian Dave Chappelle is facing backlash over a joke about the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
During a performance at Madison Square Garden over the weekend, Chappelle told the audience he's been in a better mood since Kirk was murdered.
The remarks prompted a sharp response from Kirk's widow, Erika.
In a post on X, she called it "beyond disgusting" to see comedians and commentators treat political assassination as entertainment.
2 people are under arrest after separate security incidents near the White House this morning. Secret Service says one person was taken into custody after driving into a sign at Lafayette Park. That person became combative with Secret Service when they got out of the car. Around the same time, another person was quickly arrested after allegedly jumping over a barricade on the northwest corner of Lafayette Park. The White House was placed on lockdown following the incidents. The investigations are ongoing.
(Washington, DC) -- Stephen Miller will step into his new role as President Trump's Chief of Staff today. Trump made the decision to move on from his former Chief of Staff Susie Wiles on Friday following the Republicans' blowout loss to Democrats in the midterms. He told reporters that he wanted to make a change, but praised Wiles for the job she did. Miller previously served as Trump's deputy chief of staff and has driven the administration's immigration crackdown. Democratic congressional leaders Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer have criticized the move saying it means it makes it harder to work with the Trump administration.
(Washington, DC) -- President Trump says he was joking about offering the job of press secretary to UFC head Dana White. In a post on social media on Saturday, Trump said, "Dana will be a press secretary like none other, Dana, please take the job." He walked that back when speaking to the press on Sunday, saying "that was an example of something where I was kidding." The former White House press secretary, Katie Zacharia, left the job after just five days. White responded that he's "got a lot of jobs already," but he's still expected to meet with the president today on matters unrelated to the press secretary position.
(London) -- Russell Brand will spend a decade in prison after being convicted on rape and sexual assault charges in London. The judge in the case handed down Brand's sentence of 10 years and six months on Monday. Brand's victims spoke in court from behind a curtain during the sentencing hearing with one calling Brand "a sexual predator who has no remorse." A jury found him guilty on one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault while finding him not guilty on two other rape and assault charges. Six women had accused Brand of rape or sexual assault for incidents between 1999 and 2009.
Last night’s 60 Minutes discussion zeroed in on the thorniest immigration question facing conservatives: whether long-term illegal workers who have lived here for decades, held jobs, and committed no other crimes should be allowed to stay—and whether insisting on mass deportation for every single one has become politically or practically unsustainable.
A big week is coming; the question is whether leadership has the stomach for it. With a rushed leadership vote looming and old procedural traditions under fire, many are pushing round-the-clock work and a harder America First posture
The White House was placed on lockdown Monday after a vehicle crashed into a signpost near Lafayette Square, prompting a security response while President Donald Trump was at the White House.
Authorities say the driver was taken into custody following a confrontation with Secret Service officers and National Guard troops.
The incident occurred near a secured area surrounding the White House, leading officials to temporarily restrict access as law enforcement responded to the scene.
The driver's identity and motive have not been released, and authorities have not confirmed whether the incident was intentional.
The incident remains under investigation.
The U.S. government is offering a $20 million reward for information about Iran's nuclear program as Washington continues efforts to monitor the country's nuclear activities.
The State Department announced the reward Friday, seeking recent information about Iran's nuclear facilities, equipment and personnel involved in its nuclear operations.
Officials say individuals who provide credible information may also be eligible for relocation assistance.
The announcement follows previous warnings about Iran enriching uranium to 60% purity, significantly above levels typically used for civilian nuclear energy but below the roughly 90% enrichment level associated with nuclear weapons.
The reward comes amid ongoing concerns over Iran's nuclear capabilities and diplomatic efforts to address the country's nuclear program.
In this segment, Hogan Gidley, former National Press Secretary for the Trump campaign and Vice Chair of the Center for Election Integrity, joins Larry to discuss the recent shakeups in the Trump administration. They delve into the challenges faced during the Trump presidency, the economic achievements, and the messaging issues concerning affordability. Gidley praises the appointment of Stephen Miller as the new Chief of Staff, highlighting his policy expertise, political acumen, and ability to work across party lines. The conversation also touches on the potential nomination of Dana White, the head of UFC, as the new press secretary, adding a touch of humor to the discussion. They wrap up by discussing the evolving landscape of the 2024 Republican nomination process and the prospects of various potential candidates.
Ed Morrissey discusses the aftermath of the midterm elections and the unexpected results, particularly in Texas. He analyzes voter turnout and the factors that may have contributed to the Republican losses, including gas prices and immigration enforcement. The conversation also touches on the Trump administration's internal shake-up, with the appointment of Stephen Miller as chief of staff amidst talk of working with Democrats on immigration. Morrissey reflects on the effectiveness of the administration in pushing through policy changes and the challenges activists face within the federal government. The discussion further explores President Trump's stance on the war with Iran, emphasizing the economic impacts and the administration's strategy moving forward.
In this interview, Hans Von Spakovsky, Senior Legal Fellow at Advancing American Freedom, discusses recent election anomalies, the potential for fraud, and the implications of ranked-choice voting in Alaska. Von Spakovsky addresses concerns over voter registration issues, the integrity of the election process, and the challenges of enforcement in states with sanctuary policies. The conversation also covers the upcoming lame duck session, focusing on the importance of confirming conservative judicial nominees and the potential for eliminating the filibuster in the Senate. Von Spakovsky weighs in on the leadership dynamics within the Republican party and the strategies needed to counter Democratic initiatives. The segment concludes with a discussion on recent resignations within the Department of Justice and their potential impact on ongoing investigations.
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