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As of mid-September 2025, Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old democratic socialist, leads the New York City mayoral race with strong grassroots support but limited endorsements from key Democratic leaders. Governor Kathy Hochul recently endorsed him, breaking the silence of other top Democrats. Meanwhile, President Trump criticizes Mamdani, labeling him a communist and threatening federal funding cuts if elected.
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On October 5, 2025, President Donald Trump authorized 300 National Guard troops to Chicago to protect federal officers amid escalating tensions and federal immigration enforcement operations. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker opposed the move, calling it un-American. The deployment follows a recent shooting incident involving federal agents and an armed woman in suburban Broadview, Illinois.
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President Trump has publicly questioned the safety of the 2026 World Cup in the US, specifically targeting Boston and Chicago. He suggested he could move the games due to local protests, unrest, and immigration enforcement issues, raising concerns about security and logistical plans for the tournament.
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Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff initially supported deploying the National Guard to San Francisco to address safety concerns but has since retracted his statement after facing criticism from city leaders and allies. The controversy emerged amid broader debates over federal intervention and city safety policies, with recent developments showing a shift in his stance.
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On October 14, 2025, President Donald Trump publicly criticized Time magazine's cover photo accompanying a story praising his role in brokering a Gaza ceasefire. He called the image, taken from a low angle, the "Worst of All Time," complaining it made his hair "disappear" and featured a "floating crown." The cover story hailed the ceasefire as a major achievement of his second term.
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A grizzly bear attacked students and teachers near Bella Coola, British Columbia, critically injuring four and critically injuring two. The bear remains at large, prompting authorities to warn residents to stay indoors. The incident occurred during a school walk, with some victims in serious condition. The community is on high alert.
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President Trump pardoned turkeys Waddle and Gobble during a Thanksgiving event, but the ceremony was marked by political insults, jokes about crime, and attacks on Illinois Governor Pritzker. Trump claimed Biden's pardons were invalid and criticized Chicago's crime, continuing his combative tone.