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A warning memo flagged a shakedown scheme during the Trump transition, but Trump ignored it.
Secret meetings on a yacht discussed picks like Matt Gaetz for top...
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• President Trump cut short a White House roundtable on Antifa.
• Secretary of State Rubio passed Trump a note about a Middle East deal.
• Trump stopped the meeting to respond to the news from Rubio.
• The session included MAGA influencers and cabinet members.
• The sudden exit highlights shifting...
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White House debates invoking the Insurrection Act to send troops
Active-duty forces could perform searches and arrests under the Act
National Guard now has limited support roles in cities
Legal challenges and public outcry are already emerging
A move would mark a major escalation in federal power
President...
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Former White House lawyer Jim Schultz says Trump’s public comments don’t help his case.
Selective prosecution is hard to prove because courts demand clear bias.
Past political scandals show how rare it is to win on selective prosecution.
Trump’s firing of a U.S. attorney and public demands...
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• Former DHS chief of staff Miles Taylor fears he could face a vindictive prosecution next.
• Taylor watched James Comey’s arraignment and called it selective and unfair.
• He says the case sets a dangerous precedent that could threaten others.
• Taylor urges former colleagues and supporters to stand against...
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President Trump said his administration wants limits on freedom of speech to stop riots.
He proposed a one-year minimum prison sentence for people who “incite riots.”
Trump focused on flag burning as an example that he believes stirs up violence.
The Supreme Court protects flag burning under...
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• Proposition 50 would pause California’s redistricting commission to redraw five seats.
• Governor Newsom’s supporters have spent $43 million on ads, outpacing Republicans by $16 million.
• Many GOP insiders now fear Proposition 50 will pass and shift power to Democrats.
• Similar map fights in Missouri and Utah show...
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House Speaker Mike Johnson admitted Republicans cut law enforcement funding.
His comment came during an interview with Piers Morgan about the shutdown.
He explained that budget rules forced a net decrease to pass the bill.
The slip undercuts claims that the “One Big Beautiful Bill” boosted support...
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President Trump is weighing the Insurrection Act to send troops to cities.
Democratic strategist Jack Cocchiarella and MAGA influencer Michael Knowles clashed on Piers Morgan’s show.
Some courts have ruled that sending troops without state approval is illegal.
Lawmakers and legal experts debate if the Insurrection Act...
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• The Supreme Court will revisit Louisiana v. Callais on October 15.
• A ruling could remove Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.
• Without Section 2, Republicans might redraw up to 19 House districts.
• This change could cost 30% of Black Caucus and 11% of Hispanic Caucus seats.
•...
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President Trump asked MAGA influencers to hand over names of people they investigate.
He spoke at a White House roundtable on Antifa with top officials.
Trump told them to give names to FBI Director Kash Patel or Attorney General Pam Bondi.
Influencers reported saving a flag protester...
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Stephen Miller claimed President Trump has plenary authority on immigration and domestic law enforcement.
Miller’s unexpected freeze on camera raised eyebrows during a CNN interview.
Experts and commentators warned this claim points toward unchecked power and dictatorship.
Critics stressed federal laws and the courts limit any president’s...
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President Trump called a CNN reporter one of the worst at a White House news conference.
The clash happened right after a roundtable on Antifa with cabinet members and MAGA influencers.
The CNN reporter tried to ask about a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war.
Trump waved off...
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Vice President JD Vance returns to Indiana to push for Indiana redistricting.
State Senate leader Rodric Bray has offered little support for the plan.
A new map could give Republicans two extra U.S. House seats.
Other states’ battles over mid-decade map changes may influence Indiana’s outcome.
Vice President...
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Former FBI director James Comey pleaded not guilty in court this week.
Comey's lawyers say the case is politically motivated by Trump allies.
The Justice Department is under scrutiny for targeting Trump's critics.
Comey’s team plans to fight the charges and request dismissal.
The case raises new...
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The White House found emergency funds to keep the WIC program going.
WIC helps millions of low-income women, infants, and children with food assistance.
The program was at risk due to the government shutdown.
Continued funding helps prevent hunger and supports children’s growth and health.
WIC Program Funding...
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Leonardo DiCaprio stars in a new drama titled One Battle After Another.
The film centers on immigration and human rights struggles.
DiCaprio uses his role to shine light on modern social issues.
The movie blends emotional storytelling with a bold political message.
One Battle After Another continues...
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The government shutdown has gone into its second week.
More federal workers may be sent home without pay.
Public services could be delayed or temporarily stop working.
Lawmakers still haven’t reached an agreement to reopen.
Why the Government Shutdown Matters Now
As the government shutdown stretches into a second...
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Senate Republicans approved 107 of Trump’s nominees after changing Senate rules.
The vote went along party lines: 51 Republicans for, 47 Democrats against.
Rule changes helped speed up the confirmation process.
Democrats wanted more time to review each nominee, causing delays.
This move shows deep political divides...
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Furloughed federal workers might not receive back pay after the government shutdown ends.
A recent memo claims a 2019 law promising back pay may not apply to workers told not to report to work.
Lawmakers are upset, calling the decision possibly illegal and unfair.
President Trump hinted...
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The FBI closed a public corruption team and fired several agents.
This happened after claims they monitored top Republican senators.
The monitoring was allegedly tied to a Trump-related investigation.
FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed the team was disbanded Tuesday.
Questions are rising over political motives and privacy...
