Egypt’s Interior Ministry said 31 policemen were injured Sunday in clashes with residents of a Nile river island on the southern fringes of Cairo. A ministry statement said the violence began when police attempted to remove illegal buildings on state land on al-Waraq island. Residents attacked the police with birdshot guns and rocks, it added. The police responded with tear gas.
White House plans ‘Made in America’ week
The White House is dubbing the coming week “Made in America week” as it tries to break through the noise surrounding the Russia investigation and focus on issues that matter to President Donald Trump’s base. Director of media affairs Helen Aguirre Ferre tells reporters Sunday that the White House will be holding a “Made in America” product showcase Monday featuring products from all 50 states.
