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JOHNSON GETS NEEDED VOTES FOR RULES VOTE ON RECONCILIATION BILL — 219-213
July 3, 2025 at 7:31 AM
JOHNSON GETS NEEDED VOTES FOR RULES VOTE ON RECONCILIATION BILL — 219-213
Supreme Court rules unanimously against Mexico in Smith & Wesson suit
The 7-0 ruling states that Mexico did not meet the standard of evidence for PLCAA, a law protecting U.S. gun manufacturers from nearly all liability.
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The 7-0 ruling states that Mexico did not meet the standard of evidence for PLCAA, a law protecting U.S. gun manufacturers from nearly all liability.
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Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. v. Estados Unidos Mexicanos
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June 6, 2025 at 6:58 AM
Supreme Court rules unanimously against Mexico in Smith & Wesson suit
The 7-0 ruling states that Mexico did not meet the standard of evidence for PLCAA, a law protecting U.S. gun manufacturers from nearly all liability.
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The 7-0 ruling states that Mexico did not meet the standard of evidence for PLCAA, a law protecting U.S. gun manufacturers from nearly all liability.
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In Trump’s America, wealthy criminals are pardoned, poor innocents are arrested
While ICE patrols court houses for law-abiding immigrants, Trump's friends get a free pass.
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While ICE patrols court houses for law-abiding immigrants, Trump's friends get a free pass.
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In Trump’s America, wealthy criminals are pardoned, poor innocents are arrested
While ICE patrols court houses for law-abiding immigrants, Trump's friends get a free pass.
www.thehandbasket.co
June 5, 2025 at 7:26 PM
In Trump’s America, wealthy criminals are pardoned, poor innocents are arrested
While ICE patrols court houses for law-abiding immigrants, Trump's friends get a free pass.
www.thehandbasket.co/p/trump-pard...
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While ICE patrols court houses for law-abiding immigrants, Trump's friends get a free pass.
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Trump Admin's DHS Admits Error, Returns Guatemalan Man
DHS fabricated a witness to deport O.C.G to Mexico, a country where he'd been previously held for ransom. He is still being held in a detention facility in Arizona.
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DHS fabricated a witness to deport O.C.G to Mexico, a country where he'd been previously held for ransom. He is still being held in a detention facility in Arizona.
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Trump admin returns Guatemalan man after admitting deportation error
The Trump administration has complied with a judge's order to bring back a man, identified as O.C.G., from Mexico on Wednesday.
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June 5, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Trump Admin's DHS Admits Error, Returns Guatemalan Man
DHS fabricated a witness to deport O.C.G to Mexico, a country where he'd been previously held for ransom. He is still being held in a detention facility in Arizona.
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DHS fabricated a witness to deport O.C.G to Mexico, a country where he'd been previously held for ransom. He is still being held in a detention facility in Arizona.
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Trump, who struggles to read, continued his attempts to invalidate Biden's presidential actions on Wednesday. by directing DOJ to probe whether the Biden admin deceived the public about his competency.
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Trump orders probe of Biden mental state, executive actions in office
President Trump on Wednesday ordered an investigation into actions taken by former President Biden while in office, citing questions about Biden‘s cognitive state toward the end of his White House …
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June 5, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Trump, who struggles to read, continued his attempts to invalidate Biden's presidential actions on Wednesday. by directing DOJ to probe whether the Biden admin deceived the public about his competency.
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Kristi Noem wants a new $50m Gulfstream jet despite having two
Added to the U.S. Coast Guard budget. House Democrats argue that the allotment would come at the cost of search and rescue and other critical missions.
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Added to the U.S. Coast Guard budget. House Democrats argue that the allotment would come at the cost of search and rescue and other critical missions.
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House Democrats demand answers from Noem on plans for $50M jet
Democrats are demanding answers about a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) plan to purchase a new $50 million jet for Secretary Kristi Noem. The jet, slotted in as a line item to the U.S. Coast …
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June 1, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Kristi Noem wants a new $50m Gulfstream jet despite having two
Added to the U.S. Coast Guard budget. House Democrats argue that the allotment would come at the cost of search and rescue and other critical missions.
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Added to the U.S. Coast Guard budget. House Democrats argue that the allotment would come at the cost of search and rescue and other critical missions.
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FEMA lacks critical personnel to maintain daily operations
As the Trump admin aims to rein in FEMA, recent personnel losses have left it on the brink of being unable to function as Congress seeks to make it a cabinet branch again.
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As the Trump admin aims to rein in FEMA, recent personnel losses have left it on the brink of being unable to function as Congress seeks to make it a cabinet branch again.
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FEMA at 'high risk' of disrupting 'life-saving' disaster relief, per internal memo
The agency in charge of mitigating disasters is in the midst of its own.
www.thehandbasket.co
May 31, 2025 at 10:42 PM
FEMA lacks critical personnel to maintain daily operations
As the Trump admin aims to rein in FEMA, recent personnel losses have left it on the brink of being unable to function as Congress seeks to make it a cabinet branch again.
www.thehandbasket.co/p/fema-high-...
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As the Trump admin aims to rein in FEMA, recent personnel losses have left it on the brink of being unable to function as Congress seeks to make it a cabinet branch again.
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DOJ cancels grants for state police and violence intervention groups
The sweeping cuts to public safety grants totaling around $500m, target Biden initiatives for violence intervention groups and states.
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The sweeping cuts to public safety grants totaling around $500m, target Biden initiatives for violence intervention groups and states.
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Justice Department cuts to public safety grants leave police and nonprofits scrambling
Hundreds of public safety grants cut, worth $500 million, funded initiatives like drug treatment and gun violence prevention programs.
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May 31, 2025 at 5:35 PM
DOJ cancels grants for state police and violence intervention groups
The sweeping cuts to public safety grants totaling around $500m, target Biden initiatives for violence intervention groups and states.
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The sweeping cuts to public safety grants totaling around $500m, target Biden initiatives for violence intervention groups and states.
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Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" would kneecap the Judiciary
This broad provision "serves no purpose but to weaken the power of the federal courts" by limiting the court's ability to enforce injunctions.
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This broad provision "serves no purpose but to weaken the power of the federal courts" by limiting the court's ability to enforce injunctions.
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'Hidden' provision in Trump's big bill could disarm US Supreme Court
The provision would bar courts from enforcing contempt citations for violations of injunctions or temporary restraining orders unless a bond has been paid.
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May 30, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" would kneecap the Judiciary
This broad provision "serves no purpose but to weaken the power of the federal courts" by limiting the court's ability to enforce injunctions.
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This broad provision "serves no purpose but to weaken the power of the federal courts" by limiting the court's ability to enforce injunctions.
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Musk appears with a black eye in the Oval Office to mark departure
The billionaire appeared with a visible bruise on his right eye, the event commemorates the end of his time at DOGE. He shut down questions regarding recent allegations of his drug usage.
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The billionaire appeared with a visible bruise on his right eye, the event commemorates the end of his time at DOGE. He shut down questions regarding recent allegations of his drug usage.
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Musk appears in Oval Office with black eye
Billionaire tech entrepreneur Elon Musk appeared in the Oval Office on Friday with a black eye, which he said was the result of his young son punching him in the face while they were “horsing aroun…
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May 30, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Musk appears with a black eye in the Oval Office to mark departure
The billionaire appeared with a visible bruise on his right eye, the event commemorates the end of his time at DOGE. He shut down questions regarding recent allegations of his drug usage.
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The billionaire appeared with a visible bruise on his right eye, the event commemorates the end of his time at DOGE. He shut down questions regarding recent allegations of his drug usage.
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Goodbye, Penny: US Treasury confirms the end of the 1-cent coin
Killing the penny will save approx. $56m per year in materials. This marks the beginning of the end of penny production. The change will eventually require businesses to start rounding up.
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Killing the penny will save approx. $56m per year in materials. This marks the beginning of the end of penny production. The change will eventually require businesses to start rounding up.
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US Treasury confirms the end of the penny
There has been a long debate over the cost and usefulness of one cent coins in the US.
www.bbc.com
May 30, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Goodbye, Penny: US Treasury confirms the end of the 1-cent coin
Killing the penny will save approx. $56m per year in materials. This marks the beginning of the end of penny production. The change will eventually require businesses to start rounding up.
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Killing the penny will save approx. $56m per year in materials. This marks the beginning of the end of penny production. The change will eventually require businesses to start rounding up.
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Federal Judge temporarily halts mass layoffs at the Dept. of Education
The lawsuit alleges the layoffs amounted to the Trump admin.'s illegal shutdown of the Education Dept., which would leave the dept. unable to carry out responsibilities required by Congress.
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The lawsuit alleges the layoffs amounted to the Trump admin.'s illegal shutdown of the Education Dept., which would leave the dept. unable to carry out responsibilities required by Congress.
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May 25, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Federal Judge temporarily halts mass layoffs at the Dept. of Education
The lawsuit alleges the layoffs amounted to the Trump admin.'s illegal shutdown of the Education Dept., which would leave the dept. unable to carry out responsibilities required by Congress.
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The lawsuit alleges the layoffs amounted to the Trump admin.'s illegal shutdown of the Education Dept., which would leave the dept. unable to carry out responsibilities required by Congress.
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USDA demand for food stamp recipient address data challenged in court
A lawsuit challenging the privacy implications of the USDA's request for states to turn over sensitive data such as names, SSNs, birth dates, and addresses of SNAP to the USDA.
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A lawsuit challenging the privacy implications of the USDA's request for states to turn over sensitive data such as names, SSNs, birth dates, and addresses of SNAP to the USDA.
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Lawsuit challenges USDA demand for food stamp data as some states prepare to comply
The suit claims that efforts to get sensitive information about food aid recipients from states violates federal privacy laws.
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May 24, 2025 at 10:42 PM
USDA demand for food stamp recipient address data challenged in court
A lawsuit challenging the privacy implications of the USDA's request for states to turn over sensitive data such as names, SSNs, birth dates, and addresses of SNAP to the USDA.
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A lawsuit challenging the privacy implications of the USDA's request for states to turn over sensitive data such as names, SSNs, birth dates, and addresses of SNAP to the USDA.
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Federal Judge halts Trump administration's ban on Harvard's intl. students
A District Court Judge ruled the Trump admin's revocation of the Student and Exchange Visitor Program was "clear retaliation," to Harvard exercising its First Amendment rights.
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A District Court Judge ruled the Trump admin's revocation of the Student and Exchange Visitor Program was "clear retaliation," to Harvard exercising its First Amendment rights.
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Federal Judge halts Trump administration's ban on Harvard's intl. students
A District Court Judge ruled the Trump admin's revocation of the Student and Exchange Visitor Program was "clear retaliation," to Harvard exercising its First Amendment rights.
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May 24, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Federal Judge halts Trump administration's ban on Harvard's intl. students
A District Court Judge ruled the Trump admin's revocation of the Student and Exchange Visitor Program was "clear retaliation," to Harvard exercising its First Amendment rights.
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A District Court Judge ruled the Trump admin's revocation of the Student and Exchange Visitor Program was "clear retaliation," to Harvard exercising its First Amendment rights.
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#UnitedHealth secretly incentivized nursing homes to reduce hospital transfers
The documents allege that UnitedHealth managers pressed nurse practitioners to persuade members to change their code status to "do not resuscitate" (DNR) to maximize profits.
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The documents allege that UnitedHealth managers pressed nurse practitioners to persuade members to change their code status to "do not resuscitate" (DNR) to maximize profits.
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Revealed: UnitedHealth secretly paid nursing homes to reduce hospital transfers
A Guardian investigation finds insurer quietly paid facilities that helped it gain Medicare enrollees and reduce hospitalizations. Whistleblowers allege harm to residents
www.theguardian.com
May 22, 2025 at 10:42 PM
#UnitedHealth secretly incentivized nursing homes to reduce hospital transfers
The documents allege that UnitedHealth managers pressed nurse practitioners to persuade members to change their code status to "do not resuscitate" (DNR) to maximize profits.
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The documents allege that UnitedHealth managers pressed nurse practitioners to persuade members to change their code status to "do not resuscitate" (DNR) to maximize profits.
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Pope Leo XIV calls for Israel to accept more aid for Gaza
“I renew my fervent appeal to allow for the entry of fair humanitarian help and to bring to an end the hostilities, the devastating price of which is paid by children, the elderly and the sick,” Leo said Wednesday.
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“I renew my fervent appeal to allow for the entry of fair humanitarian help and to bring to an end the hostilities, the devastating price of which is paid by children, the elderly and the sick,” Leo said Wednesday.
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New Pope Calls For Israel to Let Aid into Gaza as Famine Looms
Pope Leo XIV called for Israel to lift its blockade on humanitarian aid into Gaza during his first General Audience.
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May 22, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Pope Leo XIV calls for Israel to accept more aid for Gaza
“I renew my fervent appeal to allow for the entry of fair humanitarian help and to bring to an end the hostilities, the devastating price of which is paid by children, the elderly and the sick,” Leo said Wednesday.
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“I renew my fervent appeal to allow for the entry of fair humanitarian help and to bring to an end the hostilities, the devastating price of which is paid by children, the elderly and the sick,” Leo said Wednesday.
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Trump Crypto Dinner raises $394mil, majority of buyers appear foreign
Emoluments clause who? Despite Constitutional limits, Trump brazenly continues to accept millions while profiting directly from the Office of the Presidency.
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Emoluments clause who? Despite Constitutional limits, Trump brazenly continues to accept millions while profiting directly from the Office of the Presidency.
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Trump's crypto dinner cost over $1 million per seat, on average
In total, the 220 winners of the contest to attend the dinner spent $394 million on Trump’s official cryptocurrency.
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May 22, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Trump Crypto Dinner raises $394mil, majority of buyers appear foreign
Emoluments clause who? Despite Constitutional limits, Trump brazenly continues to accept millions while profiting directly from the Office of the Presidency.
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Emoluments clause who? Despite Constitutional limits, Trump brazenly continues to accept millions while profiting directly from the Office of the Presidency.
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WASHINGTON (AP) - Republican-led House approves tax bill after grueling all-night session, taking a major step forward for Trump's agenda.
May 22, 2025 at 10:57 AM
WASHINGTON (AP) - Republican-led House approves tax bill after grueling all-night session, taking a major step forward for Trump's agenda.
Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" passes the House of Representatives, 215-214
The bill includes over $100 billion for border security despite crossings being at their lowest rates in years. It also includes massive cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and federal student loan forgiveness programs.
The bill includes over $100 billion for border security despite crossings being at their lowest rates in years. It also includes massive cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and federal student loan forgiveness programs.
Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" Tax Break passes House of Representatives
The bill includes over $100 billion for border security despite crossings being at their lowest rates in years. It also includes massive cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and federal student loan forgiveness programs.
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May 22, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" passes the House of Representatives, 215-214
The bill includes over $100 billion for border security despite crossings being at their lowest rates in years. It also includes massive cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and federal student loan forgiveness programs.
The bill includes over $100 billion for border security despite crossings being at their lowest rates in years. It also includes massive cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and federal student loan forgiveness programs.
IRS joins ICE for raid at beverage factory, arresting 17
As the Justice Department continues to deputize gov. employees in various agencies to accomplish its political goals; the IRS assisted in an ICE raid on Wednesday.
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As the Justice Department continues to deputize gov. employees in various agencies to accomplish its political goals; the IRS assisted in an ICE raid on Wednesday.
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IRS joins ICE for raid at beverage factory, arresting 17
In a raid on a Kent beverage mfg. company on Tuesday; as the Justice Department continues to deputize gov. employees in various agencies to accomplish its political goals.
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May 22, 2025 at 8:54 AM
IRS joins ICE for raid at beverage factory, arresting 17
As the Justice Department continues to deputize gov. employees in various agencies to accomplish its political goals; the IRS assisted in an ICE raid on Wednesday.
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As the Justice Department continues to deputize gov. employees in various agencies to accomplish its political goals; the IRS assisted in an ICE raid on Wednesday.
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Boyle: We just verified with the congressional budget office and of 13.7 million Americans who will lose their health care because of their bill, exactly zero are undocumented immigrants
May 22, 2025 at 7:31 AM
Boyle: We just verified with the congressional budget office and of 13.7 million Americans who will lose their health care because of their bill, exactly zero are undocumented immigrants
"I Did It For Gaza" – Two Israeli Embassy staff members killed outside event in D.C.
The suspect waited for police to arrive before confessing to the crime, and the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force is currently interviewing the suspect.
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The suspect waited for police to arrive before confessing to the crime, and the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force is currently interviewing the suspect.
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Washington, DC shooting, Israeli embassy staff killed near Capital Jewish Museum: Live updates | CNN
Two people believed to be connected to the Israeli Embassy in Washington, DC were shot Wednesday night, according to a law enforcement source. Follow for live updates.
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May 22, 2025 at 6:25 AM
"I Did It For Gaza" – Two Israeli Embassy staff members killed outside event in D.C.
The suspect waited for police to arrive before confessing to the crime, and the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force is currently interviewing the suspect.
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The suspect waited for police to arrive before confessing to the crime, and the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force is currently interviewing the suspect.
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The Trump administration was aware that Abrego Garcia had legal protection, and continued to prosecute and deport him regardless
"Keep him where he is" – The NYT article describes the chaos inside Trump's cabinet agencies, as they realized their mistake in deporting a legally protected person.
"Keep him where he is" – The NYT article describes the chaos inside Trump's cabinet agencies, as they realized their mistake in deporting a legally protected person.
How Trump Officials Debated Handling of the Abrego Garcia Case: ‘Keep Him Where He Is’
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May 22, 2025 at 4:07 AM
The Trump administration was aware that Abrego Garcia had legal protection, and continued to prosecute and deport him regardless
"Keep him where he is" – The NYT article describes the chaos inside Trump's cabinet agencies, as they realized their mistake in deporting a legally protected person.
"Keep him where he is" – The NYT article describes the chaos inside Trump's cabinet agencies, as they realized their mistake in deporting a legally protected person.
Federal Judge rules against DHS, leaving little room for excuses.
DHS must provide the individuals deported to South Sudan must be provided access to counsel, reasonable fear interviews (within 72hr), affording those deported the opportunity to appear in court.
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DHS must provide the individuals deported to South Sudan must be provided access to counsel, reasonable fear interviews (within 72hr), affording those deported the opportunity to appear in court.
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Trump admin deportation flight to South Sudan violated court order, judge rules
It’s the latest rebuke in an escalating clash over Trump’s deportation agenda. Several judges have now accused the administration of defying the courts.
www.politico.com
May 22, 2025 at 3:45 AM
Federal Judge rules against DHS, leaving little room for excuses.
DHS must provide the individuals deported to South Sudan must be provided access to counsel, reasonable fear interviews (within 72hr), affording those deported the opportunity to appear in court.
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DHS must provide the individuals deported to South Sudan must be provided access to counsel, reasonable fear interviews (within 72hr), affording those deported the opportunity to appear in court.
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ICE Applies New Legal Tactic Nationwide to Deport Asylum Seekers
On Tuesday, ICE began arresting those showing up for court. By dismissing the cases against them, they argue they can deport them under the "expedited removal" process.
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On Tuesday, ICE began arresting those showing up for court. By dismissing the cases against them, they argue they can deport them under the "expedited removal" process.
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ICE arrests at WA immigration court spark fear of fast-track removal
Immigration attorneys suspect ICE is using an "underhanded" tactic to sidestep court proceedings and boost deportation numbers for the Trump administration.
www.seattletimes.com
May 21, 2025 at 9:37 PM
ICE Applies New Legal Tactic Nationwide to Deport Asylum Seekers
On Tuesday, ICE began arresting those showing up for court. By dismissing the cases against them, they argue they can deport them under the "expedited removal" process.
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On Tuesday, ICE began arresting those showing up for court. By dismissing the cases against them, they argue they can deport them under the "expedited removal" process.
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