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2025-12-10 18:00:55.874 • by
Abigail Isaacson
A recent report detailing a 'double-tap' strike where US forces killed two survivors of a drug boat attack has ignited congressional fury, exposing a broader pattern of 87 alleged murders ordered by the Trump administration against suspected drug runners. The author argues these are not war crimes but outright murder, as the US is not in an armed conflict with drug cartels, and warns of the dangerous precedent set by summary executions without due process.
2025-12-09 12:01:09.155 • by
Alice Ibarra
Alina Habba, President Trump's former personal attorney, resigned as New Jersey's top federal prosecutor after an appeals court declared her appointment unlawful. She condemned the ruling as political but stepped down to protect her office's integrity, vowing to fight the decision while remaining a senior adviser to AG Pam Bondi. This case highlights broader challenges to Trump-era acting prosecutor appointments.
2025-12-08 12:01:08.801 • by
Aaron Irving
President Donald Trump hosted the Kennedy Center Honors, praising honorees like Sylvester Stallone and Kiss, while also delivering controversial remarks, criticizing 'woke' culture, and breaking with long-standing presidential traditions for the arts event.
2025-12-05 18:00:18.251 • by
Amy Ivanov
The 2026 World Cup draw in Washington D.C. was overshadowed by controversy as former US President Donald Trump received the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize from Gianni Infantino, sparking accusations of 'shame' against the governing body amidst the historic 48-nation tournament preparations.
2025-12-04 06:00:58.5 • by
Arturo Iglesias
After a decade of dominance, Donald Trump's grip on the Republican party appears to be weakening. Fractures are emerging within the MAGA coalition, his approval is sinking, and Republicans are increasingly willing to defy him. Scandals, particularly the Epstein affair, and Trump's own perceived disengagement are fueling speculation about a looming battle for succession within the GOP.
2025-12-02 00:00:51.72 • by
Arturo Iglesias
President Donald Trump's doctor released details about an MRI of his heart and abdomen from October, confirming the results were "perfectly normal" as part of a preventative screening.
2025-11-29 18:00:58.035 • by
Alex Ingram
Charges against Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, have been upgraded to first-degree murder following the death of National Guard Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, who was shot near the White House. Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe remains in critical condition. In response, the Trump administration has halted all asylum decisions and visa issuances for Afghan passport holders, with President Trump labeling the incident a 'terrorist attack.'
2025-11-25 18:00:35.941 • by
Alfred Ignacio
Following recent victories, the Democratic Party is experiencing an unexpected unity, embracing a populist economic agenda centered on 'affordability.' Even centrist architect James Carville now advocates for a platform including a $20 minimum wage and free university, signaling a profound ideological shift and a potential victory for Bernie Sanders' long-held vision.
2025-11-24 18:01:07.912 • by
Amanda Ireland
US forces have launched lethal strikes on civilian boats near Venezuela, killing over 80 people, under Trump's 'narco-terrorist' justification. The author argues this is a dangerous new phase of the 'war on terror,' where Trump is consolidating near-limitless presidential power by asserting the right to define legal terms and sidestep oversight, a strategy also seen in domestic troop deployments. This unchecked authority, backed by a potentially sympathetic Supreme Court, threatens countless lives and represents a profound challenge to constitutional limits.
2025-11-23 12:00:25.393 • by
Albert Inestein
This article humorously explores the perplexing political camaraderie between New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and Donald Trump, despite their initial public animosity, offering several speculative theories for their unexpected bond.
