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September 23, 2025 7 mins
GPS is great — until it isn’t. In today’s AmCon Daily Brief, Thom explains why learning to navigate by landmarks, maps, and compass builds confidence, reduces stress, and keeps you steady when technology fails.
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This is your Amcon Daily SITREP for September the 23rd, 2025.
Up first today, major changes are coming to Social Security payments.
Beginning September the 30th, the Social Security Administration will stop issuing
paper checks to most beneficiaries nationwide.
Nearly 398,000 people still receive paper checks.
But a mandate signed by President Trump aims to reduce costs and fraud by moving

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most payments to direct deposit.
Those without bank accounts can use a prepaid debit card called Direct Express,
and paper checks will continue only for cases with no alternative payment method.
There are no payment interruptions planned starting October 1st.
In other news, a nationwide recall
has been issued on Costco's Kirkland Signature Ahi Tuna Wasabi Pokey.
The Western United Fish Company voluntarily recalled over 3,300 pounds of the

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product after a supplier detected listeria contamination in the green onions used.
The recall affects products with a pack date of September 18th and sell by date
of September the 22nd sold in Costco deli sections in more than 30 states.
Consumers who purchase this product are advised to discard or return it and
monitor for symptoms of listeriosis, a potentially serious bacterial illness.

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Turning to international affairs, tensions continue to escalate in Eastern Europe.
Russia has been conducting extensive joint military exercises with Belarus near
NATO borders, including rehearsals for nuclear weapon deployment.
In recent weeks, Russian aircraft and drones have repeatedly violated NATO member
airspace, prompting heightened military alertness from European allies.
Additionally, unexplained drone activity has caused flight cancellations at

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Copenhagen airport and reports near military sites in Norway.
NATO countries remain vigilant, anticipating possible further provocations.
On the domestic security front, the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center is
working closely with law enforcement and first responders by distributing an.
Unclassified intelligence product focused on deterring al-Qaeda attacks.
This initiative strengthens coordination among agencies and serves as a public

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alert to maintain vigilance amid ongoing threats.
The NCTC emphasizes the importance of community awareness and preparedness to keep Americans safe.
Finally, civil unrest and protests continue in multiple locations nationwide.
Demonstrations are planned today in major cities, including New York City,
Los Angeles, and Portland, on a range of issues.
The American Contingency advises all members to stay alert in public settings,

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know your exits, and report any suspicious activity to local authorities and the ISAT team promptly.
Looking at today's weather, widespread thunderstorms are expected from the Great
Lakes through the Central and Southern Plains, accompanied by a risk of flash
flooding and severe weather.
Central California also faces showers with isolated flash flooding possible.
Cooler temperatures will arrive in the Rockies and Plains, while most of the

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country will experience above-average temperatures through midweek.
Coastal areas along the East Coast should prepare for dangerous waves and rip
currents as tropical activity increases in the Atlantic. For upcoming events,
several American Contingency Adventure Challenges are scheduled.
The Southeast Region Challenge will be held October 3rd to 5th at Trace State
Park, Tupelo, Mississippi.

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Following that, the Northeast Region Challenge takes place October 10th to 12th
in Hookstown, Pennsylvania.
These events offer valuable preparedness training and skill-building opportunities for members.
Members can access the American Contingency Members Only site to get the full
report and more in-depth analysis of today's stories, along with practical preparedness
tips, training opportunities, and resources to help you, your family,

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and your neighborhood stay crisis-ready.
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