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fromPOLITICO
3 days ago

These Republican-on-Republican disputes are keeping Congress frozen

The president's focus on a GOP elections bill has worsened party divisions, complicating legislative efforts on housing and aviation safety.
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fromAxios
14 hours ago

MAGA allies say Trump is going soft on deportations, demand "Phase 2"

The Mass Deportation Coalition aims to pressure Trump to fulfill his campaign promise of mass deportations, advocating for at least one million deportations annually.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Congress returns as historic DHS shutdown is unresolved and Trump's strict voter ID bill looms US politics live

The Senate resumes work amid a prolonged government shutdown, with lawmakers struggling to pass a funding bill for DHS subagencies.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
13 hours ago

Trump Says I Don't Know' If There's Any Evidence Against Top Dem He Wants Indicted

Trump expressed uncertainty about DOJ's evidence against Letitia James for new criminal charges, labeling her as corrupt and referencing past failed prosecutions.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

Judge dismisses Trump's lawsuit against Wall Street Journal and Murdoch

A Florida judge dismissed Donald Trump's lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over a report about a letter to Jeffrey Epstein, allowing re-filing.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Leigh McGowan Laughs At and Lights Up Peter Meijer on CNN

Peter Meijer suggests Donald Trump should be the last imperial presidency, highlighting Congress's lack of ownership and effectiveness under his influence.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

WH Tried to Boot Alexandra Wilson Out of IN Senate Race: Rpt

White House officials pressured Indiana Senate candidate Alexandra Wilson to withdraw from the race through threats and job offers.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Trump posts graphic video of woman's killing in Florida

Donald Trump used a graphic video of a woman's murder to shift focus to immigration issues and promote fear about undocumented immigrants.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
13 hours ago

Trump Says I Don't Know' If There's Any Evidence Against Top Dem He Wants Indicted

Trump expressed uncertainty about DOJ's evidence against Letitia James for new criminal charges, labeling her as corrupt and referencing past failed prosecutions.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

Judge dismisses Trump's lawsuit against Wall Street Journal and Murdoch

A Florida judge dismissed Donald Trump's lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over a report about a letter to Jeffrey Epstein, allowing re-filing.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Leigh McGowan Laughs At and Lights Up Peter Meijer on CNN

Peter Meijer suggests Donald Trump should be the last imperial presidency, highlighting Congress's lack of ownership and effectiveness under his influence.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

WH Tried to Boot Alexandra Wilson Out of IN Senate Race: Rpt

White House officials pressured Indiana Senate candidate Alexandra Wilson to withdraw from the race through threats and job offers.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Trump posts graphic video of woman's killing in Florida

Donald Trump used a graphic video of a woman's murder to shift focus to immigration issues and promote fear about undocumented immigrants.
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fromwww.npr.org
23 hours ago

How a $75 billion windfall from Congress has insulated ICE

Democrats' strategy to limit immigration enforcement funding has failed, while Republicans continue to secure substantial funding for ICE and CBP.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The anti-ICE resistance is working | Judith Levine

Resistance in politics mirrors physical resistance, slowing government actions and generating public response, as seen in the backlash against Trump's deportation efforts.
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fromPOLITICO
1 day ago

The MAGA loyalist working to grow the foreign guest-worker program

Rep. Andy Harris advocates for increasing seasonal foreign workers while supporting Trump's immigration policies.
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fromTruthout
3 days ago
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Democratic Lawmakers Find Immigrants Stuffed "Like Sardines" in Arizona ICE Jail

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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Video of an ICE shooting shattered the agency's story. Will it usher in accountability?

Surveillance footage undermines ICE's claims of a violent altercation during a deportation attempt in Minneapolis, raising concerns about the agency's use of force.
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fromTruthout
3 days ago

Democratic Lawmakers Find Immigrants Stuffed "Like Sardines" in Arizona ICE Jail

Democratic Congress members expressed horror at overcrowded conditions in an ICE facility during a surprise visit, revealing serious issues with detainee treatment.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
12 hours ago

Let's Hang 'em!' GOP Congressman Calls for Rapists to Be Executed During Discussion on Eric Swalwell

Rep. Andy Ogles called for the execution of rapists by hanging during a discussion about Rep. Eric Swalwell's sexual assault allegations.
#ufos
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Republican Lawmaker Urges Trump to Release Pretty Wild' Alien Files: Let America Decide If We Can Handle It'

Rep. Tim Burchett urges President Trump to release UFO and alien files, questioning government spending and transparency on the topic.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Never been closer': UFO watchers buoyed by Trump and Vance's alien obsession'

The Trump administration is focused on UFO disclosure, with plans to release related government files by 2026.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Tim Burchett Tells Stephen A. Smith He Hopes Evidence of Alien Life Is Made Public Soon: I've Seen Pictures'

Rep. Tim Burchett claims to have seen government evidence of alien life, raising questions about funding and transparency in military intelligence.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Republican Lawmaker Urges Trump to Release Pretty Wild' Alien Files: Let America Decide If We Can Handle It'

Rep. Tim Burchett urges President Trump to release UFO and alien files, questioning government spending and transparency on the topic.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Never been closer': UFO watchers buoyed by Trump and Vance's alien obsession'

The Trump administration is focused on UFO disclosure, with plans to release related government files by 2026.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Tim Burchett Tells Stephen A. Smith He Hopes Evidence of Alien Life Is Made Public Soon: I've Seen Pictures'

Rep. Tim Burchett claims to have seen government evidence of alien life, raising questions about funding and transparency in military intelligence.
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fromLGBTQ Nation
17 hours ago

A gay Bolivian man did everything right to gain asylum. He's stuck in detention anyway. - LGBTQ Nation

A gay man from Bolivia, assaulted for his identity, is detained by ICE despite having legal work authorization and a pending asylum application.
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fromWIRED
21 hours ago

The Internet's Most Powerful Archiving Tool Is in Peril

US media companies are restricting the Wayback Machine's ability to archive their content, despite benefiting from its preservation of information.
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fromSlate Magazine
18 hours ago

Trump Has Actually Been Very Canny About the Abortion Pill. That May Be About to Change.

Abortion access and numbers in the U.S. remain stable, with mifepristone and misoprostol being the primary methods used.
#eric-swalwell
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Homeland Security to review allegation that Swalwell employed undocumented nanny

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is investigating Rep. Eric Swalwell for hiring an undocumented immigrant as a nanny amid sexual misconduct allegations.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
9 hours ago

CNN's Anderson Cooper Shocked When Scaramucci Expresses Sympathy for Eric Swalwell: My Heart Goes Out to Him'

Anthony Scaramucci expressed sympathy for Eric Swalwell amid allegations of misconduct, suggesting he focus on personal issues after resigning from Congress.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Homeland Security to review allegation that Swalwell employed undocumented nanny

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is investigating Rep. Eric Swalwell for hiring an undocumented immigrant as a nanny amid sexual misconduct allegations.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
9 hours ago

CNN's Anderson Cooper Shocked When Scaramucci Expresses Sympathy for Eric Swalwell: My Heart Goes Out to Him'

Anthony Scaramucci expressed sympathy for Eric Swalwell amid allegations of misconduct, suggesting he focus on personal issues after resigning from Congress.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
15 hours ago

Trump Purged About 75 People Charged With Safeguarding Elections and Replaced Some With 2020 Deniers: Report

Trump's administration replaced key election officials with loyalists, undermining election safeguards ahead of the midterm elections.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
19 hours ago

Get Rid of All of Them!' Fox Host Backs Plan to Expel Dirty' Lawmakers From Congress Including Complete Disgrace' Republican

Lawrence Jones supports expelling corrupt lawmakers from Congress, including Rep. Eric Swalwell and Rep. Tony Gonzalez.
#defamation-lawsuit
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fromwww.mediaite.com
15 hours ago

Team Trump Fires Back After Judge Throws Out Wall Street Journal-Epstein Story Lawsuit

Trump's defamation suit against The Wall Street Journal was dismissed, but he plans to appeal and refile the lawsuit.
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fromwww.dw.com
9 hours ago

US judge drops Trump's lawsuit against Wall Street Journal

A federal judge dismissed Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal, stating he failed to prove actual malice.
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fromwww.dw.com
9 hours ago

US judge dismisses Trump lawsuit against Wall Stree Journal

A federal judge dismissed Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal, stating he failed to prove actual malice.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
15 hours ago

Team Trump Fires Back After Judge Throws Out Wall Street Journal-Epstein Story Lawsuit

Trump's defamation suit against The Wall Street Journal was dismissed, but he plans to appeal and refile the lawsuit.
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fromwww.dw.com
9 hours ago

US judge drops Trump's lawsuit against Wall Street Journal

A federal judge dismissed Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal, stating he failed to prove actual malice.
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fromwww.dw.com
9 hours ago

US judge dismisses Trump lawsuit against Wall Stree Journal

A federal judge dismissed Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal, stating he failed to prove actual malice.
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fromEsquire
12 hours ago

I'm More Than a Bit Worried About the Typhoon That's About to Hit a Group of U.S. Islands

The Northern Marianas Islands remain a controversial territory with a history of labor exploitation and political corruption.
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fromBustle
20 hours ago

How The 'Blue-Haired Liberal' Become The Right's Favorite Stereotype

Bennett and Tippetts, hairstylists from different political backgrounds, both cater to clients seeking culturally significant blue hair color.
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fromFortune
17 hours ago
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Federal judge dismisses Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against Rupert Murdoch and the Wall Street Journal for reporting on his Epstein ties | Fortune

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fromIntelligencer
3 days ago

Trump Shares Gruesome Video of Deadly Attack on Social Media

Trump shared a graphic video to criticize Biden and Democrats for immigration policies after a violent crime committed by an undocumented immigrant.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Posts Raw Video of Woman Being Murdered With Hammer

President Trump posted a graphic video of a violent murder, blaming Biden and judges for immigration policies allowing criminals to remain in the U.S.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
11 hours ago

VIBE CHECK': Politico's Dasha Burns Shares Memes From WH Insiders Venting Frustration With Trump

Trump faces backlash for posting a controversial image of himself as Jesus while attacking the Pope, leading to memes illustrating White House frustration.
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fromFortune
17 hours ago

Federal judge dismisses Trump's $10 billion lawsuit against Rupert Murdoch and the Wall Street Journal for reporting on his Epstein ties | Fortune

A federal judge dismissed Trump's defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over Epstein-related claims, allowing for an amended complaint submission.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
14 hours ago

CNN's Dana Bash Flatly Rejects Trump's Blasphemy Denial: I'm Not Christian, and I See That's Jesus'

Dana Bash rejected Trump's claim that a meme depicted him as a doctor, not Jesus, after he faced backlash for the post.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

CNN's Smerconish Hits at Remove Trump Crowd in Lengthy Defense: Madness IS the Method'

Michael Smerconish defends Trump, arguing his public persona is a strategic tactic to keep foreign adversaries uncertain while making rational decisions privately.
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fromIntelligencer
3 days ago

Trump Shares Gruesome Video of Deadly Attack on Social Media

Trump shared a graphic video to criticize Biden and Democrats for immigration policies after a violent crime committed by an undocumented immigrant.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Posts Raw Video of Woman Being Murdered With Hammer

President Trump posted a graphic video of a violent murder, blaming Biden and judges for immigration policies allowing criminals to remain in the U.S.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago

Brazil's former spy chief who fled country arrested by ICE agents in US

Jair Bolsonaro's former spy chief, Alexandre Ramagem, was arrested in the US after fleeing Brazil to avoid a 16-year prison sentence.
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fromTruthout
11 hours ago

As Trump SAVE America Act Stalls in Congress, Red States Pass Their Own Versions

GOP states are enacting stricter voter registration laws despite federal bill delays, potentially hindering access for marginalized groups.
#defamation
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
16 hours ago

US judge dismisses Trump's $10bn lawsuit against WSJ over Epstein story

A federal judge dismissed Trump's $10bn defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal regarding his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
16 hours ago

US judge dismisses Trump's $10bn lawsuit against WSJ over Epstein story

A federal judge dismissed Trump's $10bn defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal regarding his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The Guardian view on AI politics: US datacentre protests are a warning to big tech | Editorial

Voters across the political spectrum are uniting against big tech's influence, particularly regarding AI datacentres and their environmental impact.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Saturday Night Live: Colman Domingo makes for season's best host to date

SNL's cold open features a satirical portrayal of Trump, addressing various absurd scenarios and characters in a comedic context.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Ex-CIA director calls for ousting Trump: 25th amendment was written with him in mind'

John Brennan calls for Trump's removal under the 25th amendment, citing his unfitness and dangerous rhetoric regarding Iran.
fromPOLITICO
5 days ago

Pam Bondi still on the hook for Epstein testimony, Oversight panel says

The Justice Department, in a letter to Comer, appeared to request that Bondi be excused from testifying given her departure from DOJ, stating, 'We kindly ask that you confirm that the subpoena is withdrawn.'
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fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Trump Administration Demands Reddit Reveal Identity of User Who Criticized ICE

The Trump administration ordered Reddit to provide personal information on a user criticizing ICE, raising First Amendment concerns.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Trump news at a glance: Epstein survivors have words for Melania Trump after surprise statement

Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse criticize Melania Trump for shifting responsibility after her call for public hearings with victims.
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fromQueerty
3 days ago

"I will expose everything I know": Did this Brazilian model push Melania to make her bizarre statement about Epstein? - Queerty

Melania Trump issued a statement denying ties to Jeffrey Epstein amid ongoing scrutiny of her husband's connections to the convicted sex offender.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

What on Earth is Melania Trump thinking? | Arwa Mahdawi

Melania Trump's press conference about Jeffrey Epstein has intensified speculation rather than dispelling it, highlighting the unintended consequences of addressing rumors.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Survivors of Epstein's abuse accuse Melania Trump of shifting burden' onto victims

Melania Trump faces backlash from Epstein survivors for shifting responsibility after her statement calling for public hearings with victims.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Epstein Survivor Accuses Melania Trump of Victim-Blaming With Surprise Address: Puts All of Us on Our Heels'

Melania Trump's remarks on Epstein have been criticized for victim-blaming and shifting the burden onto survivors.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Epstein survivors have mixed feelings on Melania Trump's call for hearing in Congress

Melania Trump denied ties to Jeffrey Epstein and called for a congressional hearing for survivors of his abuse.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Trump news at a glance: Epstein survivors have words for Melania Trump after surprise statement

Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse criticize Melania Trump for shifting responsibility after her call for public hearings with victims.
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fromQueerty
3 days ago

"I will expose everything I know": Did this Brazilian model push Melania to make her bizarre statement about Epstein? - Queerty

Melania Trump issued a statement denying ties to Jeffrey Epstein amid ongoing scrutiny of her husband's connections to the convicted sex offender.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

What on Earth is Melania Trump thinking? | Arwa Mahdawi

Melania Trump's press conference about Jeffrey Epstein has intensified speculation rather than dispelling it, highlighting the unintended consequences of addressing rumors.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Survivors of Epstein's abuse accuse Melania Trump of shifting burden' onto victims

Melania Trump faces backlash from Epstein survivors for shifting responsibility after her statement calling for public hearings with victims.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Epstein Survivor Accuses Melania Trump of Victim-Blaming With Surprise Address: Puts All of Us on Our Heels'

Melania Trump's remarks on Epstein have been criticized for victim-blaming and shifting the burden onto survivors.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Epstein survivors have mixed feelings on Melania Trump's call for hearing in Congress

Melania Trump denied ties to Jeffrey Epstein and called for a congressional hearing for survivors of his abuse.
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fromTruthout
2 days ago

Texas Counties Face DHS subpoenas Seeking Voter Data Records

Texas counties are receiving subpoenas from Homeland Security for detailed voter information as part of a citizenship verification effort.
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fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Maine could be the first state to ban new data centers. These 11 other states tried and failed.

Maine may become the first state to impose a temporary ban on AI data center construction until November 2027.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Michelle Obama Says US In 'Janky' Era Under Trump

Michelle Obama stated, 'We're in just a janky version... the new version doesn't make the old one bad. It's necessary for growth.' This reflects her view that the current challenges are part of a transformative process.
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fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

What bets are lawmakers and staffers making on prediction markets? They're not required to tell us.

Federal officials must disclose stock trades, but prediction market trades lack similar transparency, raising concerns about insider trading.
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fromMiami Herald
2 days ago

Who Ex-Prince Andrew Scandal Damaged Most-And Who Was Unscathed

Mountbatten-Windsor's ties to Epstein negatively impacted public perception of the monarchy, affecting Prince William and King Charles III despite their efforts.
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fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

One Justice Just Took Surprise Aim at Brett Kavanaugh. There May Be a Bigger Strategy at Play.

Justice Sonia Sotomayor criticizes Justice Kavanaugh's support for race-based detentions, highlighting his lack of understanding of the impact on affected individuals.
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fromJezebel
3 days ago

A Secret Grand Jury Is Seeking the Identity of a Reddit User Who Criticized ICE

The Trump administration is using a grand jury inquiry to unmask anonymous online dissenters, threatening Reddit for user data on a critic of ICE.
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fromemptywheel
3 days ago

The Fraud behind Trump's Fraud Task Force - emptywheel

The Department of Justice is intensifying efforts to combat fraud, with over 8,000 cases currently underway and significant recent convictions.
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fromAxios
3 days ago

"That's not the fight right now": Democrats shut down talk of impeaching Trump this year

Democrats are focusing on practical solutions rather than impeachment or the 25th Amendment in response to Trump's actions.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

US is absolutely locked in' to Nato despite Trump's threats, Healey says

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the commitment of the US to NATO despite political criticisms.
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fromWIRED
3 days ago

"Uncanny Valley": OpenAI and Musk Fight Again; DOJ Mishandles Voter Data; Artemis II Comes Home

OpenAI and Elon Musk's legal feud intensifies alongside SpaceX's IPO, while concerns arise over voter data handling and excitement builds for Artemis II's launch.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

James Comer Tells Fox News: Oversight Committee Will Hold Hearings With Epstein Victims

Rep. James Comer plans to hold hearings for survivors of Jeffrey Epstein, following Melania Trump's call for public testimony.
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fromTruthout
3 days ago

The Average US Taxpayer Spent $4,049 on War and Weapons Last Year

Average U.S. taxpayers contributed over $4,000 to militarism in 2025, significantly more than to healthcare and nutrition programs.
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fromAxios
3 days ago

How Roger Stone persuaded Trump not to fire Tulsi Gabbard

Gabbard's position was defended by allies amid internal conflict over her loyalty and performance within the Trump administration.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Trump Was Going to Fire Tulsi Gabbard Last Week Until This MAGA Legend Stepped in to Save Her: Axios

Gabbard was loyal, gave congressional testimony in a professional manner and never disputed the president. Firing Gabbard would needlessly create a damaging news cycle for Trump.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Here's Where That Stunning Viral Megyn Kelly Clip Attacking Fox News Is From

Honestly, Fox News is insufferable right now! Insufferable! I was there for 14 years. If I were a Fox News anchor right now, I'd know exactly what to do: cheerlead, cheerlead! That's it. It's all about rah-rah-rah, go military! That's what's patriotic! Praise the president, support the troops, support the war. Day in and day out.
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fromVulture
4 days ago

Karol G Warned to Not Speak Out Against Ice Ahead of Coachella

Karol G was warned against speaking out on ICE due to visa concerns but aims to deliver a meaningful message for the immigrant community.
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fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Catholic Church & Pentagon deny report that Trump officials threatened the Pope - LGBTQ Nation

Pope Leo XIV criticized war and alleged U.S. military threats against the Vatican, which U.S. officials denied as false and distorted.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Bit of a Filibuster!' Fox Anchor Reacts to Trump Economic Council Director's Answer to Inflation Question

Inflation rates are rising, but some prices, like eggs and beef, have decreased due to specific policies and market changes.
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fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Trump Sends DOJ After NFL To Avenge His Own Public Humiliation In The 80s - Above the Law

The DOJ's investigation into the NFL raises concerns about antitrust enforcement and media rights impacting consumer access to games.
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fromPOLITICO
4 days ago

Rand Paul is facing an ICE funding dilemma

Paul is a libertarian-leaning Republican who opposes Trump's expansion of federal power and is critical of ICE funding.
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