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New York Rail Tunnel Project 2026: Major Funding Victory After Court Ruling

New York rail tunnel project funding has been restored after a federal judge ordered the release of previously frozen federal funds, clearing a major hurdle for the $16 billion...

Who Was Alex Pretti? ICU Nurse Killed by Federal Agents in Minneapolis, With Witnesses Saying He Didn’t Brandish a Gun

Key Takeaways: Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse, was killed during a federal immigration...

Real-Life Doublethink: Lessons from 1984

Key Takeaways Our own eyes and ears often tell the truth more clearly than...

Trump EPA Plan Drops Value on Lives Saved

Key Takeaways • The EPA plans to stop putting a dollar value on lives saved...

Is This Really a Congressional Stock Trading Ban?

Key Takeaways • House Republicans introduced a bill they call a congressional stock trading ban. •...

Why One Veteran Joined Minneapolis ICE Protest

Key takeaways Ronn Easton, a 76-year-old Vietnam veteran, felt compelled to join an ICE protest after an agent shot a local mother. He stopped at the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building, laid flowers, and spoke out on live TV. Easton struggles with PTSD and fears rising hatred in Minneapolis...

Checks and Balances Under Threat?

Key Takeaways • The U.S. government relies on checks and balances to protect freedom. • Party loyalty can override a lawmaker’s duty to the Constitution. • Congress must stop any president who ignores laws or the Constitution. • Montana’s leaders need to defend their oath to the people. • Our democracy depends on real...

Why Oil Companies Avoid Investing in Venezuela

  Key Takeaways • Oil companies worry about Venezuela’s political risks after Trump’s arrest of Maduro. • The U.S. plans to rebuild Venezuela’s oil sector but faces business hesitation. • Analyst Russ Baker warns firms may suffer long-term reputational damage. • He compares today’s dilemma to companies that backed Nazi Germany. • Big oil firms...

Inside Trump’s Cuba Threat: What Happens Next?

Key takeaways • President Trump vowed to use the US military to cut off oil and resources to Cuba. • Cuba’s leader says the nation will defend its sovereignty at any cost. • Humanitarians and anti-war groups call Trump’s actions illegal extortion. • Critics warn the move escalates US imperial aggression in Latin...

CPR on TV: Separating Fact from Fiction

  Key takeaways: Television shows depict CPR more often than real life. Many TV scenes use outdated CPR steps instead of hands-only CPR. Fictional CPR may mislead viewers about who and where arrests happen. Better CPR on TV could inspire life-saving action. Why CPR on TV Matters Television reaches millions and shapes...

Reagan’s Budget Chief Roasts Trump’s Credit Card Rates

  Key Takeaways • A former Reagan budget director blasts Trump’s rate cap proposal. • Billionaire Bill Ackman warns of credit shortages for subprime borrowers. • David Stockman labels Trump’s approach “unhinged whirligig of statist humbug.” • The clash spotlights free markets versus government intervention. • Consumers face uncertain credit card rates and potential fallout. Credit...

Qatar Semiconductor Plan Sparks MAGA Fury

Key Takeaways: • A top U.S. economic official endorsed a new effort with Qatar and the UAE to secure AI and chip supply chains. • MAGA influencer Laura Loomer slammed the move, calling it a “stupid idea” and questioning Qatar’s role. • Experts say the plan could strengthen global tech resilience but...

Janet Mills Beats Trump in Jaw-Dropping Court Win

Key Takeaways Maine Governor Janet Mills sued the Trump administration over trans athlete rules in February 2025. President Trump declared, “We are the federal law,” and Mills replied, “I’ll see you in court.” The administration withdrew its rule after the lawsuit, handing Mills a major victory. On MSNBC, Mills...

Tom Homan’s Hateful Rhetoric Sparks Major Backlash

  Key takeaways: • Former ICE director Tom Homan called criticism “hateful rhetoric” • His comments followed the shooting death of an American woman by ICE • Political leaders and social media users condemned Homan’s response • Critics argue his language fuels division and undermines trust in ICE • The debate raises questions about public...

Carlos Giménez Threatens Cuban Leaders

  Key takeaways Rep. Carlos Giménez issued direct threats against Cuban officials. He warned that the U.S. “can wipe you all out in minutes.” His posts followed Venezuela’s recent takeover by U.S. forces. Cuban diplomats fired back, calling for Maduro’s release. The lawmaker’s family history ties back to pre-revolution Cuba. Rep....

ICE Agent Video Sparks Outrage in Minnesota

Key takeawaysice A viral video shows a federal agent escorting a woman into a porta-potty. Representative Ilhan Omar is demanding more details and an investigation. Migrants have reported sexual abuse by immigration officers to human rights groups. Advocates warn the clip may signal a serious case of sex trafficking. A...

Mar-a-Lago Entrance Brag Draws Criticism

Key Takeaways Donald Trump shared a photo of the Mar-a-Lago entrance in gold trim. His post followed a weak private sector jobs report. Even on Truth Social, some supporters voiced frustration. Critics said the focus on a fancy entrance felt tone-deaf. Former President Donald Trump posted a proud picture of...

Public Schools Under McMahon: What’s Next?

Key Takeaways Linda McMahon says public schools are failing and need a “hard reset.” She seeks to shift power from the federal Department of Education to the states. Over 20 ultraconservative advisers push for private, religious, and charter schools. Tax dollars may flow away from public schools toward homeschooling...

Doomsday Clock Warns of Trump’s Risky Legacy

  Key takeaways • Philosopher Émile P. Torres warns that global dangers are growing fast. • The Doomsday Clock may tick closer to midnight because of Trump’s choices. • Pulling out of climate deals and foreign kidnappings add to worldwide risks. • Torres fears the world will become even more unstable after Trump leaves...

Could Trump’s Tariffs Fund a $600B Military Buildup?

Key Takeaways: President Trump aims to boost military spending by $600 billion a year starting in October. He plans to fund this increase with much higher import taxes, known as tariffs. The hike equals almost 2 percent of GDP and adds up to $6 trillion over ten years. Tariffs may...

Is MAGA Propaganda Echoing Goebbels

Key takeaways A GOP strategist says MAGA propaganda echoes Nazi tactics. Trump allies used hate speech like Joseph Goebbels. A DHS ad borrowed a white nationalist slogan. Experts warn this shows hate at the heart of MAGA. MAGA propaganda shows dangerous echoes A top GOP strategist argues that some Trump allies...

Inside the Secret Powell Investigation

Key Takeaways • U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro opened a quiet probe into Fed chair Jerome Powell’s headquarters renovation. • The Powell investigation began amid President Trump’s push to oust Powell over interest rates. • Prosecutors have asked Powell’s team for renovation documents but have not yet held a grand jury. • Past Trump-aligned...

Graham’s Threat to Cuba: Could Conflict Spark Next?

  Key takeaways • Senator Lindsey Graham issued a direct threat to Cuba, urging its leaders to “find a new place to live.” • His warning mirrors the threats made to Venezuela just weeks before a U.S. operation there. • President Trump echoed the message, demanding Cuba “make a deal” with the United...

US Warns: Leave Venezuela Now Amid Armed Militias

Key takeaways • U.S. embassy urges Americans to leave Venezuela after reports of armed militias on the roads • Fox report highlights colectivos setting up checkpoints to check for U.S. passports • Congressman Ted Lieu criticizes the White House and Secretary of State over the situation • Rising security risks may deter U.S....

Kristi Noem Stumbles in CNN Interview

  Key Takeaways: Kristi Noem failed to directly answer a hard question on live CNN. Jake Tapper contrasted an ICE shooting with Jan 6 footage. Viewers and experts blasted her for sticking to talking points. Critics say her response showed political defense over honest answers. Kristi Noem Faces Tough Questions on...

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