Georgia gave the morning its shape. ICE and ATF moved on Hyundai’s EV plant. About 450 workers were arrested; more than 300 Koreans detained. Hyundai paused the LG Energy Solutions–Hyundai joint venture. Seoul seeks visa reforms and talks in Washington as investment and a trade deal loom.

Across the border, authorities say 475 people illegally in the United States were arrested. Hyundai says none of the detained were employed by the company.

Money tells the tale in pro football. Patrick Mahomes tops Forbes’ 2025 earnings at 78 million—50 on the field, 28 off it. Parsons is sixth with 188 million; Kelce is the top non-QB.

In Rome, two were named saints: Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati. Acutis, the teen called 'God’s Influencer,' died at 15; miracles sealed his sainthood. Critics note antisemitic motifs in some tales; his mother says anyone can be a saint.

In California, Laura Yourex, 62, is charged with dog voting. She allegedly registered Maya and cast ballots in the 2021 recall and the 2022 primary. The 2021 ballot counted; the 2022 ballot was rejected. Arraignment is Sept. 9; maximum six years.

The Digest, 9/7/2025 @900AM, CDT

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