AP Afternoon Wire - October 09, 2025 - President Trump discusses plans to visit the Middle East, an investigation into the Iowa superintendent arrested by ICE, and how Gen Z protesters brought down Madagascar’s government.

 

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By Sallee Ann Harrison October 09, 2025

Good afternoon and welcome to your afternoon news update from AP. Today, President Trump discusses plans to visit the Middle East, an investigation into the Iowa superintendent arrested by ICE, and how Gen Z protesters brought down Madagascar’s government. UP FIRST President Donald Trump speaks during a cabinet meeting on Thursday. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) Live updates: Trump discusses plans to visit the Middle East during Cabinet meeting President Donald Trump opened a meeting with his Cabinet at the White House on Thursday by speaking about the ceasefire deal and his plans to travel to the Middle East. Trump also said he has been invited to speak before the Knesset, the Israeli parliament, during the trip. Read more. RELATED COVERAGE ➤ AP reader question: How might the federal shutdown affect the economy? Senate Republicans vote down legislation to check Trump’s use of war powers against cartels WATCH: Pope Leo XVI praises reporters in Gaza and Ukraine who risk their lives to recount the truth of war

TOP STORIES The superintendent arrested by ICE had a consulting gig. His districts repeatedly hired the firm Since his arrest last month by immigration agents, the public has grappled with how Ian Roberts became a public schools leader despite lacking authorization to work in the U.S., a history of criminal charges and falsified credentials. An Associated Press investigation has found that Roberts rose to the top job in Iowa's largest district with the help of a consulting firm that marketed his self-published books and helped build his profile. Read more. RELATED COVERAGE ➤ Illinois urges judge to stop National Guard deployment after Trump administration ‘plowed ahead’ How Gen Z protesters brought down Madagascar’s government and now want the president out Youth-led protests in the Indian Ocean island of Madagascar are continuing for a third week in the most significant unrest in the country in years. The protests led by a group calling itself “Gen Z Madagascar” began Sept. 25 over electricity and water outages but have snowballed into larger dissatisfaction with the government and the leadership of President Andry Rajoelina. Read more. RELATED COVERAGE ➤ The world’s oldest president seeks an eighth term in Cameroon as youth grumble

ADVERTISEMENT IN OTHER NEWS Jasmín Ordóñez and Cassandra Garduño, right, paddle a boat in Garduño's chinampa, an island farm built by the Aztecs thousands of years ago, on Sept. 20. (AP Photo/Felix Marquez) Sustainable farming: Women in Mexico step up to protect ancient Aztec farms and save a vanishing ecosystem Rare earths: China outlines more controls on exports of rare earths and technology Shaken baby case: Texas appeals court again pauses execution of Robert Roberson Kiss rocker: Gene Simmons recovering after crashing SUV in Malibu End-of-year goals: How ‘The Great Lock In’ can help achieve your financial and wellness goals Record field goals: NFL kickers are making more 60-yard field goals than ever. The balls could be part of the reason WATCH: Simone Biles has not ruled out competing in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics TRENDING A wreath of human hair encircling a poem about a young girl who died is on display Monday at Leila’s Hair Museum. (AP Photo/Nick Ingram) Hair museum filled with century-old mementos closes its doors, scattering contents around the nation Century-old wreaths made from human hair fill the walls of Leila’s Hair Museum, and glass cases overflow with necklaces and watch bands woven from the locks of the dead. For about 30 years, this hair art collection has attracted an eclectic group of gawkers. Since the museum's namesake, Leila Cohoon, died last November, her granddaughter has been busy rehoming the collection of more than 3,000 pieces to museums across the country.

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