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• The Justice Department released Epstein files on Christmas Eve.
• An anonymous tip links Donald Trump to a newborn baby’s death.
• The DOJ calls the claim false and without evidence.
• Internet users quickly flagged and debated the sensational allegation.
• So far, no law enforcement agency has charged Trump.
What...
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Supporters feel betrayed by Trump’s broken economic promises.
A MAGA meltdown is clear as leaders feud and followers lose hope.
High costs and low wages expose the true failures of the movement.
Democrats seize the chance by focusing on real affordability solutions.
MAGA meltdown exposes broken promises
It feels...
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Two former Trump insiders, Lev Parnas and Michael Cohen, clash publicly just before Christmas.
Their feud began during a dispute over profit-sharing.
Parnas demands answers about Trump’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
He also accuses MeidasTouch of spreading false AI-driven clickbait.
Parnas issues a broad challenge for proof...
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• The Justice Department says it found over a million new Epstein files.
• The FBI and SDNY handed the files to DOJ for review and redaction.
• Lawmakers from both parties call the discovery shocking and suspicious.
• Experts question how so many documents remained undisclosed for months.
• The review...
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• In 2025, President Trump’s behavior seemed erratic and confused, sparking concern.
• He made odd claims about the Unabomber, immigrants, and actor Rob Reiner.
• Critics, including his niece Mary Trump, linked these actions to mental health worries.
• The White House repeatedly defended Trump’s mental sharpness in strong terms.
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Former president Donald Trump posted a bold Christmas message on his social platform.
He praised the economy, border security, and law enforcement.
Critics from all sides slammed his tone and timing.
Some commentators linked his words to religious texts.
The post highlights Trump’s mix of holiday cheer...
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A top CBS News editor stopped a 60 Minutes report on an El Salvador torture prison.
Wealthy media owners can shape what news reaches viewers.
Chicago’s local press shows how honest reporting holds power to account.
Big media mergers risk turning journalism into political propaganda.
Cutting PBS...
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Robert Reich stars in a three-minute, fifty-two-second holiday video inspired by It’s a Wonderful Life
The film reminds us we choose kindness or despair every day
Reich’s video blends modern concerns with classic film scenes
Small acts of decency can shape our own Bedford Falls
Key Lessons from...
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Pope Leo stepped into the rain to greet worshipers outside the basilica.
His immigration gesture hinted at a stance on U.S. border and refugee policy.
He emphasized that ignoring the poor is rejecting core religious values.
Many saw the act as a subtle critique of hard line...
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• President Trump ordered a powerful Nigeria strike against ISIS on Christmas night
• The attack targeted militants attacking mainly Christian communities
• U.S. forces executed precise operations, as claimed by the president
• This move follows a series of recent U.S. military actions overseas
• The strike signals a firm stance...
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• A photo of host Jack Posobiec with a man wearing a “Let ’em cook” shirt caused uproar.
• The shirt uses a cookie-monster image linked to hateful Nazi humor.
• Critics say Posobiec knew his companion was Myron Gaines, a far-right podcaster.
• Supporters defend Posobiec and frame attacks as...
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• The Department of Homeland Security posted a Christmas greeting with religious language.
• Critics argue the “DHS Christmas message” breaks the rule of separating church and state.
• Voices from across the political spectrum slammed the social media post.
• The Establishment Clause debate resurfaced on Christmas Eve.
• Legal steps...
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• On Christmas Eve, President Trump posted a festive greeting on Truth Social.
• He celebrated economic wins and attacked political opponents.
• In early Christmas morning, he added over 100 more Truth Social posts.
• Posts included immigration jabs, election falsehoods, and economic boasts.
• Critics called his Truth Social blitz...
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• Jimmy Kimmel gave an alternative Christmas address on Channel 4.
• He poked fun at President Trump and U.S. problems.
• He asked Britain and other allies not to lose faith in America.
• He used humor and movie references to connect with viewers.
Kimmel Christmas Address Steals the Spotlight
Late on...
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• Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ordered a stop to funding for gender-affirming providers serving minors.
• 19 states sued the Department of Health and Human Services, calling the move unlawful.
• The lawsuit says the funding cut will disrupt state Medicaid programs and harm families.
• Attorneys general from...
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Kristi Noem rose to lead Homeland Security despite little federal experience.
Her past cruelty toward animals and harsh policies sparked broad criticism.
Recent reports suggest Trump may seek her replacement at DHS.
Noem’s costly contracts for anti-immigrant ads and jets drew fire.
Experts warn that DHS’s troubled...
Key Takeaways:
The new security strategy shows more style than real policy.
Power in Washington lies with the military-industrial complex.
Trump’s plan stresses a tough border and a Western Hemisphere focus.
Grassroots groups from vets to climate activists are pushing back.
Real change needs a mass movement for peace...
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The Trump administration will shift $3.9 billion from Housing First to other programs
Housing First offers long-term housing without mandatory treatment
Experts say Housing First has strong evidence of success, especially for veterans
Rising rents and housing costs could worsen homelessness
The future of Housing First funding...
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Trump’s Christmas night post called people “sleazebags” who once backed Epstein.
He tried to cut ties with Jeffrey Epstein amid new revelations.
Records show Trump Epstein plane rides and visits eight times.
Trump blasted the New York Times for “fake” election reporting.
On Christmas night, former President Donald...
Key Takeaways
• The Supreme Court blocked Trump’s plan to send National Guard troops to Chicago.
• Justices said he did not prove local laws could not handle the situation.
• A legal expert finds this ruling tougher on Trump than recent decisions.
• The decision sets a higher bar for any future...
