US: Inflation cooled slightly in July, ICE plans electric shock gloves for officers
A new US Labor Department report shows inflation eased slightly in July, while Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) plans to equip its officers with electric shock gloves.
Inflation eases slightly
The US Labor Department has released its latest report on price changes, showing that inflation cooled somewhat in July compared with previous months. The report does not specify exact figures or identify which categories of goods or services drove the shift. Inflation data is closely watched by financial markets and policymakers alike, as it factors into decisions on interest rates and broader economic policy.
ICE to equip officers with shock gloves
Separately, it has been reported that US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) plans to equip its officers with electric shock gloves. No further details have been disclosed regarding the technical specifications, rollout timeline, or intended scope of use. The rationale behind the agency's decision has also not been specified.
Both items were published together as part of a broader roundup of current events in the United States. Further details on either story were not available at the time of reporting, and additional information may follow.
