Mike Walker
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Former DoD, VA and FEMA senior official. Defender of the Constitution, Rule of Law, and Democracy
Karl Rove Warns GOP That It Has to Worry About Losing the Senate in the Midterms — And Warns of ‘Real Mess’ in Texas
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Karl Rove Warns GOP It Has to Worry About Losing the Senate in Midterms — And ‘Real Mess’ in Texas
Legendary Republican operative Karl Rove warned the GOP that it is in danger of losing the Senate in the upcoming midterm elections.
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February 9, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Karl Rove Warns GOP That It Has to Worry About Losing the Senate in the Midterms — And Warns of ‘Real Mess’ in Texas
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The US said in an advisory that American-flagged ships should stay as far as possible from Iranian waters when navigating the Strait of Hormuz after a vessel was harassed last week, with tensions remaining high between Washington and Tehran.
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Marad Tells US Ships to Avoid Iran Waters After Feb. 3 Incident
The US said in an advisory that American-flagged ships should stay as far as possible from Iranian waters when navigating the Strait of Hormuz after a vessel was harassed last week, with tensions rema...
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February 9, 2026 at 4:39 PM
The US said in an advisory that American-flagged ships should stay as far as possible from Iranian waters when navigating the Strait of Hormuz after a vessel was harassed last week, with tensions remaining high between Washington and Tehran.
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Masks emerge as symbol of Trump’s ICE crackdown and a flashpoint in Congress
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Masks emerge as symbol of Trump's ICE crackdown and a flashpoint in Congress
The images of masked federal officers has become a flashpoint in the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement operations.
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February 9, 2026 at 4:38 PM
Masks emerge as symbol of Trump’s ICE crackdown and a flashpoint in Congress
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Trump’s Call to ‘Nationalize’ Elections Runs Into the Constitution
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How Trump’s Call to ‘Nationalize’ Elections Runs Into the Constitution
President Donald Trump’s call for Republicans to “nationalize” voting rules has revived a long-running constitutional debate over how much influence the federal government should have in US elections.
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February 9, 2026 at 4:37 PM
Trump’s Call to ‘Nationalize’ Elections Runs Into the Constitution
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Ghislaine Maxwell pleads the Fifth in House Oversight Epstein investigation
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Ghislaine Maxwell pleads the Fifth in House Oversight Epstein investigation
In a virtual deposition, Maxwell's attorney said his client still sought clemency in exchange for testifying freely.
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February 9, 2026 at 4:34 PM
Ghislaine Maxwell pleads the Fifth in House Oversight Epstein investigation
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Howard Lutnick faces bipartisan calls to resign over latest Epstein revelations
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Howard Lutnick faces bipartisan calls to resign over latest Epstein revelations
Recently disclosed records suggest a closer relationship than the Commerce secretary previously indicated.
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February 9, 2026 at 4:34 PM
Howard Lutnick faces bipartisan calls to resign over latest Epstein revelations
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Iran Detains Opposition Leaders Following Talks with Trump Administration
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Iran Detains Prominent Opposition Figures, Expanding Crackdown on Dissent
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February 9, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Iran Detains Opposition Leaders Following Talks with Trump Administration
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Pakistan says Afghanistan has created conditions ‘similar to or worse than’ pre-9/11 attacks
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Pakistan says Afghanistan has created conditions ‘similar to or worse than’ pre-9/11 attacks
Pakistan’s president warns that the Taliban's government in Afghanistan has created conditions “similar to or worse than” those before the 9/11 attacks in 2001.
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February 9, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Pakistan says Afghanistan has created conditions ‘similar to or worse than’ pre-9/11 attacks
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has accused the United States of sabotaging efforts to improve bilateral relations and of undermining negotiations to end the war in Ukraine.
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‘No Rosy Future’: Lavrov Slams Trump Administration in Interview - The Moscow Times
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has accused the United States of sabotaging efforts to improve bilateral relations and of undermining negotiations to end the war in Ukraine. “Despite all the st...
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February 9, 2026 at 3:47 PM
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has accused the United States of sabotaging efforts to improve bilateral relations and of undermining negotiations to end the war in Ukraine.
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Court orders Ben Gvir to allow promotion of officer who testified against Netanyahu
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Court orders Ben Gvir to allow promotion of officer who testified against Netanyahu
Judge says police minister's refusal to advance Rinat Saban betrays 'external considerations'; Ben Gvir to appeal ruling, says cop should be fired for 'illegal' probe of PM
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February 9, 2026 at 3:41 PM
Court orders Ben Gvir to allow promotion of officer who testified against Netanyahu
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Ukraine destroys nearly 6,000 Russian FPV drones in major strike on military targets, General Staff says
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Ukraine destroys nearly 6,000 Russian FPV drones in major strike on military targets, General Staff says
Ukraine targeted a Russian drone warehouse in Rostov-on-Don, located in Rostov Oblast, destroying three containers filled with FPV drones and their components, according to the report.
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February 9, 2026 at 3:40 PM
Ukraine destroys nearly 6,000 Russian FPV drones in major strike on military targets, General Staff says
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REP. STEIL: Some Dems demands put at risk the safety of members of law enforcement
CNBC: You mean like taking off their masks and having a badge that shows who they are?
STEIL: Well, they're known to their supervisors
CNBC: No other law enforcement officials in the US are allowed to wear masks
CNBC: You mean like taking off their masks and having a badge that shows who they are?
STEIL: Well, they're known to their supervisors
CNBC: No other law enforcement officials in the US are allowed to wear masks
February 9, 2026 at 1:32 PM
REP. STEIL: Some Dems demands put at risk the safety of members of law enforcement
CNBC: You mean like taking off their masks and having a badge that shows who they are?
STEIL: Well, they're known to their supervisors
CNBC: No other law enforcement officials in the US are allowed to wear masks
CNBC: You mean like taking off their masks and having a badge that shows who they are?
STEIL: Well, they're known to their supervisors
CNBC: No other law enforcement officials in the US are allowed to wear masks
“Confidential” Agreements Show Trump Administration’s Plans for States’ Voter Data
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“Confidential” Agreements Show Trump Administration’s Plans for States’ Voter Data
At least 10 states have handed over their full voter files to the Justice Department.
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February 9, 2026 at 3:22 PM
“Confidential” Agreements Show Trump Administration’s Plans for States’ Voter Data
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Less than 14% of nearly 400,000 immigrants arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement in President Trump's first year back in the White House had charges or convictions for violent criminal offenses, according to DHS documents
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Less than 14% of those arrested by ICE in Trump's 1st year back in office had violent criminal records, document shows
The official DHS statistics, which had not been previously reported, provide the most detailed look yet into who ICE has arrested during the Trump administration's crackdown.
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February 9, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Less than 14% of nearly 400,000 immigrants arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement in President Trump's first year back in the White House had charges or convictions for violent criminal offenses, according to DHS documents
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>> Nearly 9 out of 10 immigrants arrested by ICE in Trump's first year back in office did not have violent criminal records, DHS data shows
"while Mr. Trump and his aides often talk about immigration officials targeting murderers, rapists and gangsters, the internal data indicate that less than 2% of those arrested by ICE over the past year had homicide or sexual assault charges or convictions" www.cbsnews.com/news/ice-arr...
Less than 14% of those arrested by ICE in Trump's 1st year back in office had violent criminal records, document shows
The official DHS statistics, which had not been previously reported, provide the most detailed look yet into who ICE has arrested during the Trump administration's crackdown.
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February 9, 2026 at 2:06 PM
>> Nearly 9 out of 10 immigrants arrested by ICE in Trump's first year back in office did not have violent criminal records, DHS data shows
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Jen uses the right term here. "Ethnic cleansing." It is the goal of Trump, Vance, Miller and the entire white Christian nationalist cabal. It is not about immigration. It is about racism.
The time for mincing words and normalizing his ethnic cleansing campaign (disguised as “immigration policy”) is over. Trump is a racist. His party tolerates if it does not actively endorse his racism. Those who normalize him enable racism. His agenda is racist open.substack.com/pub/contrari...
They’ve Always Known He is A Racist...
They just never cared
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February 9, 2026 at 2:09 PM
Jen uses the right term here. "Ethnic cleansing." It is the goal of Trump, Vance, Miller and the entire white Christian nationalist cabal. It is not about immigration. It is about racism.
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EXCLUSIVE: ICE's campaign of terror in Minneapolis has redefined the role of the FBI.
As one example, the special agent who built the case against political assassin Vance Boelter is now investigating immigrants for assault on federal agents. (gift link)
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As one example, the special agent who built the case against political assassin Vance Boelter is now investigating immigrants for assault on federal agents. (gift link)
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Top FBI agent who tracked MN assassin switched to probe ICE victims: 'Americans less safe'
In June 2025, following a two-day manhunt leading to the arrest of Vance Boelter, FBI Special Agent Terry Getsch submitted an affidavit supporting criminal charges in the murder of Melissa Hortman, a ...
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February 9, 2026 at 2:25 PM
EXCLUSIVE: ICE's campaign of terror in Minneapolis has redefined the role of the FBI.
As one example, the special agent who built the case against political assassin Vance Boelter is now investigating immigrants for assault on federal agents. (gift link)
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As one example, the special agent who built the case against political assassin Vance Boelter is now investigating immigrants for assault on federal agents. (gift link)
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The "Worst of the Worst" Lie. Fewer than 14% of the nearly 400k arrests made by ICE have violent records. Less than 2% are for homicide or sexual assault. Only 1.9% are alleged gangmembers. 40% had no criminal record at all.
Less than 14% of those arrested by ICE in Trump's 1st year back in office had violent criminal records, document shows
The official DHS statistics, which had not been previously reported, provide the most detailed look yet into who ICE has arrested during the Trump administration's crackdown.
www.cbsnews.com
February 9, 2026 at 2:25 PM
The "Worst of the Worst" Lie. Fewer than 14% of the nearly 400k arrests made by ICE have violent records. Less than 2% are for homicide or sexual assault. Only 1.9% are alleged gangmembers. 40% had no criminal record at all.
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Enten: "Trump's base with non-college voters is absolutely collapsing ... he's underwater by 9 points. That's a 23 point switcheroo."
February 9, 2026 at 2:27 PM
Enten: "Trump's base with non-college voters is absolutely collapsing ... he's underwater by 9 points. That's a 23 point switcheroo."
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ALERT: Rep Jamie Raskin (D-MD) has arrived at Justice Dept office to review unreleased Epstein files
(Under law, as of 9am today, Congress is permitted to view what Justice Dept has withheld from files)
(Under law, as of 9am today, Congress is permitted to view what Justice Dept has withheld from files)
February 9, 2026 at 2:53 PM
ALERT: Rep Jamie Raskin (D-MD) has arrived at Justice Dept office to review unreleased Epstein files
(Under law, as of 9am today, Congress is permitted to view what Justice Dept has withheld from files)
(Under law, as of 9am today, Congress is permitted to view what Justice Dept has withheld from files)
Israel’s Lapid: Police may need to probe Netanyahu’s ‘intentional forgery’ of October 7 protocols
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Lapid: Police may need to probe Netanyahu’s ‘intentional forgery’ of October 7 protocols
Opposition leader says 'biased editing of protocols of security discussions' goes beyond PM's usual 'lying'; Gantz calls Netanyahu document a 'rewriting of history'
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February 9, 2026 at 3:11 PM
Israel’s Lapid: Police may need to probe Netanyahu’s ‘intentional forgery’ of October 7 protocols
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