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World of sports. His team and family reeling. Now the investigation, what happened tanks, but no tanks . Were going to have planes going overhead, the best fighter jets, tanks stationed outside. President trump being criticized for his unprecedented fourth of july spectacle people resent having any politician coopt the nations birthday. Some accusing him of putting partisanship over patriotism those stories, plus spy games . Team usa accused of snooping on the brits before the two face off for the world cup semifinals tonight. Wifi worries as Many Americans hit the road for the holiday how cyber criminals can target your cell phone putting all your information at risk. And the wimbledon wonder, the youngest player to win a wimbledon match in two decades defeats her idol Venus Williams, today, tuesday july 2nd, 2019. Announcer from nbc news, this is today with Savannah Guthrie and hoda kotb live from studio 1 a in rockefeller plaza. Welcome to today and thank you for joining us on this Tuesday Morning. Craig melvin here alongside Kristen Welker savannah and hoda enjoying this holiday week we may have seen the birth of a new tennis stars. Unbelievable, 15 years old facing off against one of her biggest idols and she won. Yeah. What does that feel like . Were going to talk a little bit more about coco. Amazing. Well take a look at that story in just a moment migrants are still living in what some say are terrible conditions at border stations, and now authorities have launched an investigation into a private Border Patrol Facebook Group that reportedly mocks Migrant Deaths and contains crude jokes about members of congress nbcs Gabe Gutierrez is in clint, texas he is at the Border Patrol station visited by members of congress on monday its one of the dozens of facilities along the southwest border gabe, good morning to you. Reporter craig, good morning. This is the Border Patrol station that has drawn international attention. When we visited last week, Border Patrol agents here pushed back hard on the idea that they were mistreating migrants, but now some members of congress are seizing on it as we learn about new disturbing comments on a private facebook page. This morning the battle at the border is heating up antiimmigrant protesters outside the troubled Border Patrol station in clint, texas, and members of the congressional hispanic caucus, all democrats touring several Migrant Detention Centers tweeting out this picture and video, even though they were told not to bring in phones. Congresswoman alexandria ocasiocortez calling conditions unconscionab unconscionable she heard from a woman that Border Agents told her to drink from a toilet. This is them on their best behavior, and they put them in a room with no Running Water and these women were being told by cbp officers to drink out of the toilet border officials later pushing back calling the accusations completely untrue adding there are ample supplies. The latest flash point in the immigration debate, a bomb she report by propublica detailing a private Border Patrol Facebook Group making crude jokes about throwing burritos at members of congress and a meme depicting sex acts involving migrants. Nbc news has not independently verified this Facebook Group and has not seen the facebook posts. That was a vulgar, disgusting and vile page. Reporter in a written statement, customs and Border Protection calls the posts completely inappropriate, adding any employees found to have violated our standards of conduct will be held accountable. I dont know what theyre saying about members of congress i know that the Border Patrol is not happy with the democrats in congress the republicans do want border security. Reporter cbp has been under fire for allegations of overcrowding and unsanitary conditions, which it has disputed. Unsubstantiated allegations created a sensation. But an internal watchdog report obtained by nbc news reveals conditions at an unnamed el paso Border Patrol station were so bad Border Agents were arming themselves for possible riots. We visited this shelter in juarez, mexico and met this man from el salvador who says hes already spent two months here waiting for asylum, a crisis with no end in sight gabe, an eye opening report there. Any protests are you hearing about any protests being planned against the alleged conditions at these facilities . Reporter yeah, craig, as we just mentioned, this is a crisis with in no end in sight and a fierce debate going on right now. More protests are planned at congressional offices across the country for later today calling for the closure of Migrant Detention Centers. Craig. Gabe gutierrez along the border in clint, texas, thank you. Ntsb investigators are on the scene of that deadly plane crash near dallas trying to determine why the small private aircraft went down in a fire ball moments after takeoff nbcs ga dee schwartz is here with the latest on the investigation. Those investigators sifting through whats left of that turbo prop plane, but theyre faced with a huge obstacle, much of the evidence was incinerated upon impact. This morning ntsb investigators are combing through charred wreckage searching for clues that could explain what caused a small plane to crash right after takeoff and burst into flames. All ten people on board were killed, two pilots and eight passengers when the plane hit a hangar sunday morning in addison, texas, near dallas. Investigators describe the final moments of the twin engine beach craft as seen in this nbc news animation saying after it became airborne it veered to the left of the runway and started rolling over before slamming into the hangar. Airport security cameras captured it all, but the ntsb says what went wrong is still a mystery. The communication seemed to be completely normal in other words, the pilots were cleared for takeoff. They acknowledged takeoff, and at this point we are not aware of any further communication between the crew and air traffic control. Reporter witness david snell, a pilot himself says he knew immediately something wasnt right. It just appeared as though it was flying too slow and not making enough power, and the friend that was with me, were both pilots and have been for years, and we looked at each other like somethings wrong. Reporter officials releasing the names of several of those who perished nlkding the managing director of a prominent real estate company, and a family of four, Restaurant Owner brian ellard and his wife and two teenagers and one of the pilots matthew palmer. Investigators hope it might reveal any conversations between the pilot and copilot and any communication with air traffic control, and they may have little else from the plane to examine. This airplane was not equipped with a flight data recorder. Reporter the 2yearold plane nearly incinerated making other evidence hard to recover. Gadi you talked about the cockpit voice recorder, what else are investigators looking at right now investigators are looking into the pilots training and experience, maintenance records and interviewing a long line of witnesses. The ntsb says it hopes to have initial findings from the cockpit voice recorder as early as today. Thank you. We turn now to some devastating news in the world of sports Los Angeles Angels pitcher tyler skaggs died monday he was just 27 years old the angels were in town to face the Texas Rangers when skaggs was found unresponsive in a Texas Hotel Room nbc National Correspondent Miguel Almaguer has the details. Miguel, good morning. Good morning, to his teammates, tyler skaggs was much more than a talented big league pitcher. He also had a big heart and was incredibly popular on the team now an investigation is underway to determine why a beloved player is gone far too soon. This morning a young baseball play players tragic passing reverberating through the major leagues. He is arriving on scene now. Reporter Los Angeles Angels pitcher tyler skaggs found dead monday in a Texas Hotel Room the 27yearold found unresponsive at this hilton. Authorities say there were no signs of foul play in town to face the texas ran r range rangers, skaggs final social media post over the weekend included this photo of the player and his teammates dressed up like cowboys writing, howdy yall, and texasroadtrip. Mondays game between the two teams postponed as those who knew skaggs remembered a popular player who lit up the room. Everyone loved being around him. I think thats whats pulling everyone together at this moment. Reporter the Southern California native was drafted by his hometown ajelngels in 2009,d after spending his first two snts with the Arizona Diamondbacks skaggs was traded back to l. A. Over the weekend skaggs took the mound at angels stadium for what would be the final time. A swing and miss at the breaking ball. Reporter grief stricken fans paying their respects at a makeshift memorial outside the ballpark the angels honoring skaggs with a sign near the entrance gates and issuing a statement writing in part, tyler has and always will be an important part of the Angels Family he leaves behind a young wife, the two were married last december overnight, tributes pouring in on social media as fans, competitors and teammates remember a beloved pitcher and person angels super star mike trout penning a heartfelt tribute on instagram, remembering skaggs as a great teammate, friend, and person who will forever remain in our hearts. This morning an angel gone too soon the investigation into tylers death is ongoing skaggs most recent offseason highlight was his marriage to his longtime girlfriend carli later on today the angels are going to hold a press conference where well learn more details guys, back to you. Miguel, thank you. Now we turn to our Nations Capital getting ready for its annual fourth of july celebration. This year President Trump is setting off preholiday fireworks of his own taking the lead on planning the event and putting his own twist on the traditional proceedings. Nbcs chief White House Correspondent Halle Jackson joins us from washington good morning. Hey, kristen, good morning to you. We are learning new details about what all of this will include, a display of tanks, military flyovers and of course those remarks from President Trump. Im told by a source familiar with the speech that it is not intended to be political but critics worry the president is taking the focus away from patriotism and putting it on partisansh partisanship reporter its a holiday salute to American Military might. It will be like no other, it will be special, and i hope a lot of people come. Reporter ask the president promising a spectacle even in the face of criticism. Were going to have planes going overhead, the best fighter jets in the world, and other planes too, were going to have some tanks stationed outside got to be pretty careful with the tanks because the roads have a tendency not to like to carry heavy tanks. Reporter besides the tanks, the festivities will feature flyovers by the Navy Blue Angels and pilots showing off the f 35, the offspring, even probably air force one according to a source familiar with the planning the stands now set near the Lincoln Memorial where the president will deliver his holiday speech and the Fireworks Show is set to last 35 minutes this year. Chris santori is helping with that. To be part of that history, i think july 4th, i think all of the little nuances of politics i think its okay to just let that go and everybody celebrate the fourth of july as americans. The president inspired after marveling at the military parade in france two years ago to honor that countrys independence day. I do want to say that i was your guest at bastille day, and one of the greatest parades ive ever seen. Reporter but critics worry the president s putting a political spin on a holiday thats not typically partisan. D. C. S City Council tweeting tanks but no tanks, with washingtons representative to Congress Frustrated for the taxpayers footing the bill. People resent having any politician coopt the nations birthday reporter the whole event is free and open to the public, but there will be a section towards the front for vips. The Republican National committee is handling some of the tickets for that protesters have been approved to fly that antidonald trump baby balloon as its called and theres another storm brewing, quite literally. The Weather Forecast for washington on thursday does not look good. Rain probably wont be too much of an issue, but lightning is a whole other ball game. Well see how that turns out in just a couple of days, guys. Well have to see, thank you for that. Lets turn now to an incredible upset at wimbledon, tennis super star Venus Williams whos 39 years old falling in the first round to is ayearold Cori Gauff Gauff the youngest woman to win a wimbledon match in 18 years. Morgan ratford joining us on the new player to watch. Just last week gauff was taking a High School Science test and on monday she aced her first major test on the tennis court beating her idol, Venus Williams, looking like a seasoned pro as she made a name for herself on the international stage. Standing ovation. Game, set, stunner. Cori gauff whose nickname is coco serving up a victory in her first grand slam match beating fivetime wimbledon champion Venus Williams at her own game. So far coco has done everything better than venus the 15yearold phenom showing no sign of nerves as she faced her hiidol winning over the center court crowd with every single shot after the match, coco shaking hands with the woman who inspired her to pick up a tennis racket. She told me congratulations and to keep going and good luck. After the match i told her thank you for everything she did and i wouldnt be here if it wasnt for her. The teen tearing up on the sidelines. Honestly, i dont really know how to feel. This was the first time i ever cried after a match or winning, obviously. Her proud parents celebrating in the stands. Its a lot that shes sacrificed and im just so happy that her shes living out her dream. 39yearold venus admitting she was out played. She did everything well today. I mean, she put the ball in the court, which was much better than i did. Reporter before coco even stepped out onto the court monday, there have been comparisons to venus, one even coming from the tennis vets sister, serena. Shes playing against a player that actually reminds me of venus the way she just kind of her body and everything. Reporter the williams sisters also finding a love of the game at a young age. A 10yearold venus telling today her family played a key role in her early success. Helps me to go out there to do my best and to accomplish my goals. Reporter venus turning pro at 14 earning her first grand slam singles title at wimbledon at the age of 20 an iconic player who helped redefine the sport, now inspiring its future. Im literally living my dream right now, and not many people get to say that. Living her dream, coco gauff now on to the second round where shell face slovakia as for williams sisters, its serenas turn on the court later today, the seventime wimbledon champ has been dealing with a knee injury but she says shes ready to play. What an incredible story, and i thought venus was so classy to say keep going and good luck. It was so graceful. A new phenom. Go coco. That could have been you. You had a High School Tennis career. I played doubles. I was good i liked it i dont think i was going to wimbledon. No one was calling you the young welker phenom . I spent just as much time talking to my girlfriends on the sidelines, but it was fun. Its a great sport. Thank you, morgan. Its time for our first check of the weather dylans in for al. Still a heat wave, right still a heat wave and of course so many people getting ready to travel going into this fourth of july holiday i want to point out this looks a lot more threatening than it is. These are your typical afternoon and evening popup thunderstorms that happen on these hot and humid summer days. Because of that, if youre traveling later today after about 3 00 or so, you could see some of those popup storms perhaps causing some isolated delays at the airport. Same goes for the roads. You can get stuck in some of those torrential downpours, and that leads to ponding on the roads. Hopefully on thursday for the fourth of july youre already where you want to be again, the eastern third of the country, almost the eastern half of the country will see those popup showers and storms. Most of the day looks nice, warm, humid, temperatures around 90 degrees it will feel even warmer and each afternoon keep an eye to the skies. Watch out for those popup showers and storms same story for friday. Were looking for popup showers and storms, h