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“This memo is talking about turning internal homeland security into a regular Defense Department activity, which it is not. This is not normal.” https://trib.al/RRVIYDw
Trump’s Domestic Use of Military Set to Get Worse, Leaked Memo Shows
A Department of Homeland Security memo obtained by TNR signals top-level discussions about a potential escalation of the Pentagon’s domestic anti-immigration role, and lays out new details.
trib.al
August 2, 2025 at 5:38 PM
“This memo is talking about turning internal homeland security into a regular Defense Department activity, which it is not. This is not normal.” https://trib.al/RRVIYDw
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Victims of what is being called a $140 million Ponzi scheme aimed at Christians and "America First MAGA patriots," are eagerly hoping for a return of their money, reports ABC News.
Scramble on to recover $140 million bilked from 'America First MAGA patriots': ABC News
Victims of what is being called a $140 million Ponzi scheme aimed at Christians and “America First MAGA patriots," are eagerly hoping for a return of their money, reports ABC News.The report notes that a federal receiver is seeking the millions that "benefited some Republicans in the top ranks of th...
bit.ly
August 2, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Victims of what is being called a $140 million Ponzi scheme aimed at Christians and "America First MAGA patriots," are eagerly hoping for a return of their money, reports ABC News.
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Friends, family and fans of Afa Ah Loo — who was shot and killed during a protest — clapped and hooted Friday for each of his creations that others helped finish after his death.
Slain Utah designer's creations on display thanks to others who helped finish his work
Friends, family and fans of Afa Ah Loo — who was shot and killed during a protest — clapped and hooted Friday for each of his creations that others helped finish after his death.
www.ksl.com
August 2, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Friends, family and fans of Afa Ah Loo — who was shot and killed during a protest — clapped and hooted Friday for each of his creations that others helped finish after his death.
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In January, just 44% of Black voters disapproved of Trump’s presidency; as of early July, 72% did. His approval rating with young voters now stands at just 28%—down 27 points in just six months. https://trib.al/4hyi27J
August 2, 2025 at 6:18 PM
In January, just 44% of Black voters disapproved of Trump’s presidency; as of early July, 72% did. His approval rating with young voters now stands at just 28%—down 27 points in just six months. https://trib.al/4hyi27J
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Donald Trump’s agenda has been consumed by his chaotic tariffs, a war on the civil service and attacks on the Fed. The dangers of his approach are starting to percolate into the economic data, as these charts illustrate
Ten indicators of what’s going on with America’s economy
Trumponomics has begun to hit America’s growth
econ.st
August 2, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Donald Trump’s agenda has been consumed by his chaotic tariffs, a war on the civil service and attacks on the Fed. The dangers of his approach are starting to percolate into the economic data, as these charts illustrate
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The vaccines' lack of timely shipment has been linked to the Trump admin's brutal cuts to foreign aid programs, as well as the annihilation of the US Agency for International Development.
Trump admin squanders nearly 800,000 vaccines meant for Africa: Report
The mpox vaccines were pledged under the Biden administration.
arstechnica.com
July 21, 2025 at 9:44 PM
The vaccines' lack of timely shipment has been linked to the Trump admin's brutal cuts to foreign aid programs, as well as the annihilation of the US Agency for International Development.
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The Miami Herald reports: “Rainfall seeped through the edges of the facility as the roofs and walls trembled. Drips leaked from above a door frame. The water spread under poles hoisting the Florida and U.S. flags.”
https://trib.al/esvxjNw
https://trib.al/esvxjNw
Trump’s “Alligator Alcatraz” Is Already Flooding
The immigrant detention center is underwater within a day of opening.
trib.al
July 2, 2025 at 8:42 PM
The Miami Herald reports: “Rainfall seeped through the edges of the facility as the roofs and walls trembled. Drips leaked from above a door frame. The water spread under poles hoisting the Florida and U.S. flags.”
https://trib.al/esvxjNw
https://trib.al/esvxjNw
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Not voting has consequences too…
June 29, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Not voting has consequences too…
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Trump's honeymoon is over as his future takes a 'gruesome' turn: analyst
Trump's honeymoon is over as his future takes a 'gruesome' turn: analyst
Donald Trump is leaning heavily on his attack on Iran and his recent NATO appearance to detract from the news that his popularity is waning, his big beautiful budget bill may not be all that he hoped for and prospects don't look good for the president and his party going forward.That is according to...
bit.ly
June 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Trump's honeymoon is over as his future takes a 'gruesome' turn: analyst
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New laws that kick in July 1: Boosting the number of teachers, opioid treatment oversight and more
New laws on July 1: Boosting teachers, opioid treatment oversight and more
Dozens of bills passed by Maryland lawmakers earlier this year will become law come July 1.
buff.ly
June 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM
New laws that kick in July 1: Boosting the number of teachers, opioid treatment oversight and more
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IAEA chief says Iran could be enriching uranium within months reut.rs/4noIVyv
IAEA chief says Iran could be enriching uranium within months
Iran could be producing enriched uranium in a few months, the head of the U.N. nuclear watchdog Rafael Grossi was quoted as saying on Sunday, raising doubts about how effective U.S. strikes to destroy Tehran's nuclear programme have been.
reut.rs
June 29, 2025 at 12:05 PM
IAEA chief says Iran could be enriching uranium within months reut.rs/4noIVyv
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💀 Russia loses 1,220 soldiers over past day
Russia loses 1,220 soldiers over past day
Russia has lost 1,220 soldiers killed and wounded and six tanks over the past day.
www.pravda.com.ua
June 29, 2025 at 12:37 PM
💀 Russia loses 1,220 soldiers over past day
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🏳️🌈 "The long-discussed and often trite ‘is Pride still a protest?’ conversation, has a clear and present answer this year — fuck yes."
https://www.wearequeeraf.com/this-pride-month-is-going-to-be-unparalleled-to-any-in-recent-years/
https://www.wearequeeraf.com/this-pride-month-is-going-to-be-unparalleled-to-any-in-recent-years/
This Pride Month is going to be unparalleled to any in recent years
Charged with a palpable anger, passion and a vigour that is unparalleled and unlike any in recent years
www.wearequeeraf.com
June 9, 2025 at 2:03 PM
🏳️🌈 "The long-discussed and often trite ‘is Pride still a protest?’ conversation, has a clear and present answer this year — fuck yes."
https://www.wearequeeraf.com/this-pride-month-is-going-to-be-unparalleled-to-any-in-recent-years/
https://www.wearequeeraf.com/this-pride-month-is-going-to-be-unparalleled-to-any-in-recent-years/
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Abcarian: RFK Jr. is dismantling trust in vaccines, the crown jewel of American public health
Column: RFK Jr. is dismantling trust in vaccines, the crown jewel of American public health
Children around the world will suffer because RFK Jr. substitutes baseless theories and junk science for knowledge about vaccines and health.
www.latimes.com
June 29, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Abcarian: RFK Jr. is dismantling trust in vaccines, the crown jewel of American public health
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Trump’s ICE targeting noncriminals, like the nursing student detained in Colorado, here’s how we know (Editorial) https://trib.al/xxgVNGH
Trump’s ICE targeting noncriminals, like the nursing student detained in Colorado, here’s how we know (Editorial)
The apprehension and two-week detention of Caroline Dias Goncalves was a waste of federal resources and a violation of human decency.
trib.al
June 29, 2025 at 11:43 AM
Trump’s ICE targeting noncriminals, like the nursing student detained in Colorado, here’s how we know (Editorial) https://trib.al/xxgVNGH
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Multiple polls have shown a downward trend in President Donald Trump's approval rating in recent days.
Donald Trump's approval rating is backsliding
www.newsweek.com
June 20, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Multiple polls have shown a downward trend in President Donald Trump's approval rating in recent days.
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Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth was skewered at a Senate committee hearing by Jacky Rosen (NV-D) after trying to get out of a question with a 'smirk.'
Pete Hegseth skewered by Jacky Rosen over 'smirks' at Senate hearing
ebx.sh
June 19, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth was skewered at a Senate committee hearing by Jacky Rosen (NV-D) after trying to get out of a question with a 'smirk.'
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Why is Donald Trump supporting Israel’s war in Iran? nyer.cm/Mv1Uvl2
June 19, 2025 at 12:39 AM
Why is Donald Trump supporting Israel’s war in Iran? nyer.cm/Mv1Uvl2
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At least five women have died as a result of abortion bans since Roe v. Wade was overturned.
Trump Puts Lives at Risk by Revoking Emergency Abortion Guidelines for Hospitals
The Trump administration revoked EMTALA guidance for emergency rooms to provide abortions when pregnant patients’ lives are in danger.
interc.pt
June 9, 2025 at 12:24 AM
At least five women have died as a result of abortion bans since Roe v. Wade was overturned.
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After a college student finally found a treatment that worked for his ulcerative colitis, UnitedHealthcare decided it wouldn’t pay for the costly drugs.
His fight to get coverage exposed the insurer’s hidden procedures for rejecting claims.
(Published Feb. 2023)
His fight to get coverage exposed the insurer’s hidden procedures for rejecting claims.
(Published Feb. 2023)
UnitedHealthcare Tried to Deny Coverage to a Chronically Ill Patient. He Fought Back, Exposing the Insurer’s Inner Workings.
After a college student finally found a treatment that worked, the insurance giant decided it wouldn’t pay for the costly drugs. His fight to get coverage exposed the insurer’s hidden procedures for…
www.propublica.org
June 7, 2025 at 1:30 AM
After a college student finally found a treatment that worked for his ulcerative colitis, UnitedHealthcare decided it wouldn’t pay for the costly drugs.
His fight to get coverage exposed the insurer’s hidden procedures for rejecting claims.
(Published Feb. 2023)
His fight to get coverage exposed the insurer’s hidden procedures for rejecting claims.
(Published Feb. 2023)
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This is wrong. This is illegal. This is un-American.
PRO PUBLICA: Of the 238 men sent to an El Salvador mega prison, only 6 had prior violent crime convictions.
0 were on the gang member list.
130 had no criminal history.
32 had minor offenses.
All 238 thought they were being sent back to Venezuela. www.instagram.com/p/DKcjM7FPhz...
0 were on the gang member list.
130 had no criminal history.
32 had minor offenses.
All 238 thought they were being sent back to Venezuela. www.instagram.com/p/DKcjM7FPhz...
June 4, 2025 at 10:56 AM
This is wrong. This is illegal. This is un-American.
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POCAN: You said the president supports the big bill passed out the House. You also said the president doesn't support cutting Medicare.
VOUGHT: Correct
POCAN: In the bill, there's a $500b cut that gets triggered to Medicare. You might want to take a look at that provision.
VOUGHT: Correct
POCAN: In the bill, there's a $500b cut that gets triggered to Medicare. You might want to take a look at that provision.
June 4, 2025 at 7:07 PM
POCAN: You said the president supports the big bill passed out the House. You also said the president doesn't support cutting Medicare.
VOUGHT: Correct
POCAN: In the bill, there's a $500b cut that gets triggered to Medicare. You might want to take a look at that provision.
VOUGHT: Correct
POCAN: In the bill, there's a $500b cut that gets triggered to Medicare. You might want to take a look at that provision.
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