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On January 22, 2026, former President Donald Trump filed a $5 billion lawsuit in Miami-Dade County, Florida, accusing JPMorgan Chase and CEO Jamie Dimon of politically motivated 'debanking' in February 2021. Trump alleges abrupt closure of multiple accounts with 60 days' notice disrupted his businesses and placed him on a banking 'blacklist.' JPMorgan denies political motives, citing legal and regulatory risks.
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As of February 2026, a new Human Rights Watch report reveals a global decline in democracy, with 72% of the world’s population living under autocratic regimes. Sudan’s civil war has intensified gender-based violence and famine, while Uganda faces systematic sexual violence and political repression. The US, China, and Russia are criticized for eroding human rights and weakening international institutions.
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Zubayar al-Bakoush, linked to the 2012 Benghazi attack that killed four Americans, has been extradited to the US to face murder, arson, and terrorism charges. The attack was initially seen as a spontaneous protest but was later identified as a deliberate extremist assault. This marks a significant step in US justice efforts.
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U.S. DOJ officials say the investigation into President Biden's use of the autopen for pardons remains open, despite reports of it going cold. The probe focuses on whether mass pardons and the autopen process involved legal violations, but no charges have been filed. The case is complex due to executive privilege and immunity issues.
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The interim U.S. attorney for Wisconsin's Eastern District, David Schimel, faces the end of his 120-day appointment as judges decline to extend it. The judges will wait for a presidential nomination and Senate confirmation, with Schimel having overseen notable cases including the conviction of a judge for obstruction.
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Kevin Warsh has been nominated to lead the Federal Reserve, facing confirmation challenges due to ongoing investigations and political pressures. He emphasizes independence and inflation control, but his ties to Trump and ethics concerns complicate his path forward. The outcome will impact US monetary policy and market stability.
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The U.S. government has launched a crackdown on online scam centers across Southeast Asia, sanctioning a Cambodian senator and 28 others for operating fraud networks that target Americans. The operation includes seizing assets, shutting down online channels, and seeking extraditions of Chinese nationals involved in cryptocurrency scams. The effort aims to dismantle illicit operations linked to human trafficking and cybercrime.