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Obama-Appointed Judge Criticized for Slang in Ruling Against Trump Administration
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Obama-Appointed Judge Criticized for Slang in Ruling Against Trump Administration

An Obama-appointed judge faces criticism for informal language in a ruling blocking IRS data sharing with ICE under President Trump.

Calls Mount for Firing of Professor Who Joked About Nick Shirley’s Assassination
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Calls Mount for Firing of Professor Who Joked About Nick Shirley’s Assassination

A professor’s social media joke about assassinating journalist Nick Shirley has prompted urgent calls for his removal by university leaders.

Bloodcurdling Cry Rings Out at GOP Convention During Cruz Speech in Dallas
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Bloodcurdling Cry Rings Out at GOP Convention During Cruz Speech in Dallas

A chilling voice shouted 'he should be shot' repeatedly at Senator Ted Cruz’s speech at the 2026 GOP convention in Dallas.

Hillary Clinton Warns U.S. Has Lowered Guard on Terrorism 25 Years After 9/11
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Hillary Clinton Warns U.S. Has Lowered Guard on Terrorism 25 Years After 9/11

On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, Hillary Clinton warns that U.S. counterterrorism efforts have weakened under President Trump’s administration.

DOJ Finds UC Berkeley Law Discriminated Against White and Asian Applicants
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DOJ Finds UC Berkeley Law Discriminated Against White and Asian Applicants

The Justice Department accuses UC Berkeley Law of racially discriminating against white and Asian applicants in 2024 and 2025 admissions.

Turning Point USA Faces Challenges Under Erika Kirk’s Leadership
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Turning Point USA Faces Challenges Under Erika Kirk’s Leadership

Erika Kirk takes helm at Turning Point USA, but experts say her message struggles to resonate with Gen Z women.

Emergency Slide Deploys on Air Force One as President Trump Delays Texas Departure
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Emergency Slide Deploys on Air Force One as President Trump Delays Texas Departure

President Trump’s flight to Texas delayed after emergency slide deploys on Air Force One during safety check at Joint Base Andrews.

Voting Rights Groups Sue to Block ICE Agents at Polling Places Ahead of 2026 Midterms
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Voting Rights Groups Sue to Block ICE Agents at Polling Places Ahead of 2026 Midterms

Civil rights groups and Denver sue to stop ICE agents from intimidating voters at polling places in the 2026 midterm elections.

Trump’s $1 Trillion ‘Dividend’ Plan Faces Swift Bipartisan Backlash
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Trump’s $1 Trillion ‘Dividend’ Plan Faces Swift Bipartisan Backlash

President Trump’s promise of $5,000 checks to Americans if GOP wins Congress faces criticism over cost and legality.

President Trump Promises $5,000 Dividend if GOP Keeps Congress at Midterm Convention
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President Trump Promises $5,000 Dividend if GOP Keeps Congress at Midterm Convention

At the GOP midterm convention, President Trump vows a $5,000 payout to all adults if Republicans hold Congress in November.

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