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DHS repeatedly said that an aggressive apartment raid in Chicago last fall was prompted by intel on a gang takeover.
New documents show the real story behind the raid was to target alleged squatters — with the landlord's blessing.
New documents show the real story behind the raid was to target alleged squatters — with the landlord's blessing.
The Real Story Behind the Midnight Immigration Raid on a Chicago Apartment Building
The Trump administration has claimed the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua had taken over the building. But new documents make no mention of the gang and reveal federal agents had information about “ille...
www.propublica.org
February 7, 2026 at 3:45 PM
DHS repeatedly said that an aggressive apartment raid in Chicago last fall was prompted by intel on a gang takeover.
New documents show the real story behind the raid was to target alleged squatters — with the landlord's blessing.
New documents show the real story behind the raid was to target alleged squatters — with the landlord's blessing.
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How late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein positioned himself at the center of a globe-spanning network of wealth and power - a discreet ecosystem of traded favors and blurred lines between personal relationships and public influence.
Epstein’s world: Inside his network of wealth, power and hustle
The late convicted sex offender’s private correspondence reveals the methods he used in cozying up to the one-percent.
www.politico.eu
February 7, 2026 at 12:44 PM
How late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein positioned himself at the center of a globe-spanning network of wealth and power - a discreet ecosystem of traded favors and blurred lines between personal relationships and public influence.
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(CBS News) - U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has said he had "limited interactions" with Jeffrey Epstein, but documents show they were in business together as recently as 2014.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
www.cbsnews.com
February 7, 2026 at 4:07 AM
(CBS News) - U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has said he had "limited interactions" with Jeffrey Epstein, but documents show they were in business together as recently as 2014.
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OBAMA: “People make excuses for him. They say he’s not serious. Everything a president says is serious!”🔥
February 7, 2026 at 4:23 AM
OBAMA: “People make excuses for him. They say he’s not serious. Everything a president says is serious!”🔥
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American workers just took home their smallest share of the nation's wealth since 1947 — even as corporate profits soar.
Why? This chart has the answer.
Why? This chart has the answer.
February 6, 2026 at 4:08 PM
American workers just took home their smallest share of the nation's wealth since 1947 — even as corporate profits soar.
Why? This chart has the answer.
Why? This chart has the answer.
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Vivek Ramaswamy says that Medicaid and Medicare were mistakes.
The real mistake would be letting him anywhere near those lifelines, and the millions of Ohioans who rely on them.
Watch:
The real mistake would be letting him anywhere near those lifelines, and the millions of Ohioans who rely on them.
Watch:
February 7, 2026 at 1:27 PM
Vivek Ramaswamy says that Medicaid and Medicare were mistakes.
The real mistake would be letting him anywhere near those lifelines, and the millions of Ohioans who rely on them.
Watch:
The real mistake would be letting him anywhere near those lifelines, and the millions of Ohioans who rely on them.
Watch:
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“I served President Barack Obama for eight years. Every day I witnessed his decency, his integrity, his character, his compassion. It just demonstrates how absent that is now.“ Former CIA Director John Brennan on the racist video Pres. Trump posted on his social media account featuring the Obamas.
February 7, 2026 at 1:12 PM
“I served President Barack Obama for eight years. Every day I witnessed his decency, his integrity, his character, his compassion. It just demonstrates how absent that is now.“ Former CIA Director John Brennan on the racist video Pres. Trump posted on his social media account featuring the Obamas.
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This story should be retitled. The US is actually funding pro-Putin think tanks, ones that want to end European democracy.
Lets be honest about this.
Lets be honest about this.
US government to fund Maga-aligned think-tanks and charities in Europe ft.trib.al/rg4IDIC
US government to fund Maga-aligned think-tanks and charities in Europe
State department grants to spread ‘American values’ are part of Washington’s 250th anniversary celebrations
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February 7, 2026 at 12:42 PM
This story should be retitled. The US is actually funding pro-Putin think tanks, ones that want to end European democracy.
Lets be honest about this.
Lets be honest about this.
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Republicans are moving quickly to pass a bill requiring voters to show proof of citizenship both to register and at the polls ahead of the 2026 midterm elections — a move that experts warn could disenfranchise millions of Americans. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
GOP fast tracks monster voter suppression bill that could disenfranchise millions by requiring proof of citizenship at polls
In the past few weeks, passing the legislation has been a unifying rally cry for Republicans, a welcome distraction from the party’s cratering public opinion polls.
www.democracydocket.com
February 7, 2026 at 1:20 PM
Republicans are moving quickly to pass a bill requiring voters to show proof of citizenship both to register and at the polls ahead of the 2026 midterm elections — a move that experts warn could disenfranchise millions of Americans. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
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By the way, for those of you not in MN: Homan’s strategy was to withdraw some agents, so it felt like we were in the denouement of the crisis, and then escalate hard against observers. They’re being incredibly aggressive with observers now. National media may not want to check out just yet
February 7, 2026 at 3:38 AM
By the way, for those of you not in MN: Homan’s strategy was to withdraw some agents, so it felt like we were in the denouement of the crisis, and then escalate hard against observers. They’re being incredibly aggressive with observers now. National media may not want to check out just yet
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MAGA-aligned military commanders are pressuring enlisted service members to go to the Melania movie and bring their families. Troops at 8 different bases have complained. www.businessinsider.com/us-military-...
February 7, 2026 at 12:12 PM
MAGA-aligned military commanders are pressuring enlisted service members to go to the Melania movie and bring their families. Troops at 8 different bases have complained. www.businessinsider.com/us-military-...
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If this is true--it cements the US-Russian alliance. The USA becomes formally the enemy of freedom. Own up to this Republicans.
⚡️Zelensky says Russia presented $12 trillion economic plan to US, called 'Dmitriev package.'
President Volodymyr Zelensky described it as a proposed framework for large-scale U.S.-Russia economic cooperation.
President Volodymyr Zelensky described it as a proposed framework for large-scale U.S.-Russia economic cooperation.
Zelensky warns of 'risk' US, Russia could strike bilateral deals on Ukraine without Kyiv
"We clearly state that Ukraine will not support even potential agreements about us without us," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
kyivindependent.com
February 7, 2026 at 12:14 PM
If this is true--it cements the US-Russian alliance. The USA becomes formally the enemy of freedom. Own up to this Republicans.
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“If you read or share only one article today, make it this:
HOW TRUMP HAS POCKETED $1,408,500,000 … Historically, one thing that has helped bring down authoritarians is public awareness of their use of power of the office for self-enrichment.”
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HOW TRUMP HAS POCKETED $1,408,500,000 … Historically, one thing that has helped bring down authoritarians is public awareness of their use of power of the office for self-enrichment.”
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January 21, 2026 at 7:11 AM
“If you read or share only one article today, make it this:
HOW TRUMP HAS POCKETED $1,408,500,000 … Historically, one thing that has helped bring down authoritarians is public awareness of their use of power of the office for self-enrichment.”
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No paywall:
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HOW TRUMP HAS POCKETED $1,408,500,000 … Historically, one thing that has helped bring down authoritarians is public awareness of their use of power of the office for self-enrichment.”
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A class-action lawsuit notes that detainees refer to the California City ICE Detention Facility as a “torture chamber” and “hell on Earth.” An attorney said that conditions are so terrible that those held there are resigning themselves to self-deportation. newyorkermag.visitlink.me/2qOQj9
The Cruel Conditions of ICE’s Mojave Desert Detention Center
How immigration authorities have weaponized medical neglect to encourage self-deportations.
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January 28, 2026 at 3:35 PM
A class-action lawsuit notes that detainees refer to the California City ICE Detention Facility as a “torture chamber” and “hell on Earth.” An attorney said that conditions are so terrible that those held there are resigning themselves to self-deportation. newyorkermag.visitlink.me/2qOQj9
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In one of Nigeria's largest mass abductions targeting religious worship centers in recent months, gunmen raided three different churches, seizing 177 people before 11 managed to escape.
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Nigeria church attackers demand ransoms as search intensifies for over 150 hostages
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — In one of the largest mass abductions targeting religious worship centers in the West African nation in recent months, the attackers on Sunday raided three different churches in…
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January 26, 2026 at 10:01 PM
In one of Nigeria's largest mass abductions targeting religious worship centers in recent months, gunmen raided three different churches, seizing 177 people before 11 managed to escape.
religionnews.com/2026/01/26/n...
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Under a zero tolerance policy, the first Trump administration separated immigrant children from their families at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Data suggests separations are now happening all over the country, often after little more than a traffic stop.
(Published Nov. 2025)
Data suggests separations are now happening all over the country, often after little more than a traffic stop.
(Published Nov. 2025)
ICE Sent 600 Immigrant Kids to Detention in Federal Shelters This Year. It’s a New Record.
Under a zero tolerance policy, the first Trump administration separated immigrant children from their families at the U.S.-Mexico border. New data suggests separations are happening all over the count...
www.propublica.org
January 25, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Under a zero tolerance policy, the first Trump administration separated immigrant children from their families at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Data suggests separations are now happening all over the country, often after little more than a traffic stop.
(Published Nov. 2025)
Data suggests separations are now happening all over the country, often after little more than a traffic stop.
(Published Nov. 2025)
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Legal immigrants, natch.
January 23, 2026 at 10:04 PM
Legal immigrants, natch.
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ProPublica asked Moms for Liberty co-founder Tiffany Justice what percentage of kids she’d like to see in public schools: “I hope to get to zero,” she said.
Some at the Education Department agree — and are dismantling the agency from within.
Some at the Education Department agree — and are dismantling the agency from within.
Vouchers, Patriotism and Prayer: The Trump Administration’s Plan to Remake Public Education
Education Secretary Linda McMahon is bringing about a new era in education — and perhaps the end of public schools as we know them.
www.propublica.org
January 23, 2026 at 11:00 PM
ProPublica asked Moms for Liberty co-founder Tiffany Justice what percentage of kids she’d like to see in public schools: “I hope to get to zero,” she said.
Some at the Education Department agree — and are dismantling the agency from within.
Some at the Education Department agree — and are dismantling the agency from within.
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Can't believe I have to say this but climate change is responsible for extreme cold snaps.
January 23, 2026 at 9:42 PM
Can't believe I have to say this but climate change is responsible for extreme cold snaps.
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More than 2 million oil and gas wells sit unplugged in the U.S., many leaking contaminants into waterways, farmland and neighborhoods.
Time and time again, oil companies have walked away — leaving taxpayers to pay for cleanup. Here’s how.
(Published Dec. 2024)
Time and time again, oil companies have walked away — leaving taxpayers to pay for cleanup. Here’s how.
(Published Dec. 2024)
The American Oil Industry’s Playbook, Illustrated: How Drillers Offload Costly Cleanup Onto the Public
Oil executive Tom Ragsdale walked away from his old wells, making the pollution left behind the state of New Mexico’s problem. His tactics, however, are ubiquitous in the industry.
www.propublica.org
January 24, 2026 at 1:00 AM
More than 2 million oil and gas wells sit unplugged in the U.S., many leaking contaminants into waterways, farmland and neighborhoods.
Time and time again, oil companies have walked away — leaving taxpayers to pay for cleanup. Here’s how.
(Published Dec. 2024)
Time and time again, oil companies have walked away — leaving taxpayers to pay for cleanup. Here’s how.
(Published Dec. 2024)
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In October, ICE grabbed Maher Tarabishi.
He was a 24/7 caregiver for his disabled son Wael.
At the time of Maher’s detention, disability advocates warned that taking away Wael’s caregiver put his life at risk.
Wael died on Friday at age 30.
ICE caused his death.
They didn’t get to say goodbye.
He was a 24/7 caregiver for his disabled son Wael.
At the time of Maher’s detention, disability advocates warned that taking away Wael’s caregiver put his life at risk.
Wael died on Friday at age 30.
ICE caused his death.
They didn’t get to say goodbye.
Disabled son of ICE detainee dies after 30 days of hospitalization
It had been months since Wael Tarabishi seen his father. The family is calling on ICE to release Maher Tarabishi so he may attend his son's funeral.
www.wfaa.com
January 24, 2026 at 3:01 AM
In October, ICE grabbed Maher Tarabishi.
He was a 24/7 caregiver for his disabled son Wael.
At the time of Maher’s detention, disability advocates warned that taking away Wael’s caregiver put his life at risk.
Wael died on Friday at age 30.
ICE caused his death.
They didn’t get to say goodbye.
He was a 24/7 caregiver for his disabled son Wael.
At the time of Maher’s detention, disability advocates warned that taking away Wael’s caregiver put his life at risk.
Wael died on Friday at age 30.
ICE caused his death.
They didn’t get to say goodbye.
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This is 100% FALSE. Immigration judges do NOT play any role in issuing administrative warrants. They are generated and signed by ICE officers themselves. ICE’s own training materials say they can’t be used for a search of a home!
Here’s a blank warrant form. Note who signs it.
Here’s a blank warrant form. Note who signs it.
January 22, 2026 at 8:05 PM
This is 100% FALSE. Immigration judges do NOT play any role in issuing administrative warrants. They are generated and signed by ICE officers themselves. ICE’s own training materials say they can’t be used for a search of a home!
Here’s a blank warrant form. Note who signs it.
Here’s a blank warrant form. Note who signs it.
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Epstein Survivor Lisa Phillips: I didn't understand why Jeffrey had offered me to go to NYU… a lot of times he's grooming these women to become more educated so that he could introduce you to these men in the network. A lot of these women became the wives of very powerful men.
January 21, 2026 at 4:29 AM
Epstein Survivor Lisa Phillips: I didn't understand why Jeffrey had offered me to go to NYU… a lot of times he's grooming these women to become more educated so that he could introduce you to these men in the network. A lot of these women became the wives of very powerful men.