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Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran immigrant wrongfully deported to El Salvador in March 2025, is now detained in Baltimore and faces renewed deportation efforts by the Trump administration, which plans to send him to Eswatini after previously considering Uganda. He denies MS-13 gang ties and is fighting federal human smuggling charges in Tennessee while seeking asylum in Maryland courts, citing fears of persecution and torture.
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President Trump has announced plans to deploy federal agents and National Guard troops to Chicago, citing crime concerns. The move coincides with Mexican Independence Day celebrations, leading to cancellations and heightened community anxiety. Local officials oppose the escalation, fearing targeted immigration enforcement and community disruption.
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On September 12, 2025, President Donald Trump announced the deployment of the National Guard to Memphis, Tennessee, marking a shift as the city is in a Republican-led state. This follows prior deployments to Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., amid ongoing debates over military involvement in policing and immigration enforcement. Trump claims the deployments address crime surges, despite data showing declines in some cities. The move has drawn mixed reactions from local officials and political figures.
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The murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah has ignited a debate over political violence, free speech, and social media censorship in the US. Trump praised Kirk as a martyr, while critics condemn the backlash against those expressing dissent. Several individuals face job suspensions over their reactions to the killing.
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Charlie Kirk, a conservative supporter of Israel, was shot dead at Utah Valley University. Authorities have charged Tyler Robinson with the murder. Conspiracy theories, fueled by figures like Tucker Carlson and others, falsely allege Israeli involvement amid rising tensions over Gaza. Netanyahu dismisses these claims as baseless lies. The story highlights the dangerous spread of misinformation and political violence.
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Following the assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University, Turning Point USA has elected his widow, Erika Kirk, as its new leader. The organization vows to carry on his legacy amid ongoing investigations and rising support from young conservatives, with plans to expand its influence nationwide.
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Recent developments include Hamas responding to Trump’s Gaza peace plan, a bipartisan effort to prevent a government shutdown, and ongoing political violence linked to Trump’s rhetoric. Trump plans a memorial for Charlie Kirk amid heightened security following Kirk’s assassination. The US faces political turmoil and violence concerns.
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President Trump concluded a two-day UK visit with positive remarks on UK-US relations, trade, and security. He criticized Russia and energy policies, while expressing disappointment in Putin. UK Prime Minister Starmer defended free speech and discussed regional conflicts, including Palestine and Gaza. The visit highlighted strong diplomatic ties despite underlying tensions.
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On October 1, 2025, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth convened hundreds of US generals and admirals at Quantico, Virginia, to announce sweeping changes aimed at reshaping military culture. He criticized diversity initiatives, emphasized traditional masculinity, and imposed stricter physical fitness and grooming standards. President Donald Trump followed with a politically charged speech proposing domestic military deployments to Democrat-led cities, framing them as "training grounds." The event sparked bipartisan criticism over politicization and morale.
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A civilian employee at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst falsely reported an active shooter, leading to a lockdown that lasted nearly an hour. She admitted to the hoax, motivated by a desire to trauma bond with colleagues. The incident occurred amid political debates on military culture and security.
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Following the death of Charlie Kirk, the Trump administration is escalating efforts to crack down on protests and perceived left-wing violence in Portland and other cities. President Trump has ordered troops to protect federal facilities amid ongoing demonstrations and arrests, with officials framing the protests as domestic terrorism.
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The Trump administration plans to federalize 300 Illinois National Guard members amid escalating federal law enforcement activity in Chicago. Governor Pritzker opposes the move, calling it un-American. Incidents include a woman armed with a semi-automatic weapon ramming ICE vehicles, leading to a shooting. Protests and political disputes continue today.
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Judge Diane Goodstein’s home on Edisto Island burned down last Saturday. Her husband was injured escaping the fire, which is under investigation. Authorities have found no evidence of arson, but the cause remains unclear. The judge recently ruled against the Department of Justice in a high-profile voter data case.
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Market valuations for US tech giants exceed $17 trillion amid concerns over AI stock bubbles. Past episodes of market crashes, like 2000 and 2008, highlight risks. External threats such as regulation and competition could trigger a sharp correction, undermining valuations and impacting the global economy.
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Recent protests outside an ICE building in Portland have involved clashes and property damage, with federal authorities deploying National Guard troops. The city’s officials describe the protests as largely peaceful, contrasting with President Trump’s claims of widespread violence and chaos. The situation remains tense as federal and local narratives diverge.
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Recent reports reveal President Trump’s military and policy decisions are heavily influenced by television coverage. From deploying troops to Portland and Chicago to aggressive rhetoric on Antifa, insiders suggest TV narratives shape critical national security actions, raising concerns about decision-making driven by media rather than facts. This story is current as of Wed, 03 Dec 2025.
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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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Leavitt and other Trump allies have made inflammatory claims about Democrats' support for Hamas and Palestinians, amid ongoing tensions over Israel-Gaza conflict. Leavitt accused Democrats of harboring antisemitism and supporting terrorists, while critics argue her remarks distort facts and escalate political division. The story highlights the polarized discourse surrounding the conflict.
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U.S. immigration enforcement agencies are undergoing significant personnel reassignments amid escalating threats against ICE officers, including death threats and bounties. The moves follow a series of internal leadership changes and reflect a push for more aggressive immigration tactics under the Trump administration, with concerns over safety and operational effectiveness growing.
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On November 13-14, 2025, the US State Department designated four European groups—Germany's Antifa Ost, Italy's International Revolutionary Front, and Greece's Armed Proletarian Justice and Revolutionary Class Self-Defense—as "Specially Designated Global Terrorists" and plans to list them as "Foreign Terrorist Organizations" by November 20. This move builds on President Trump's September executive order labeling Antifa a domestic terrorist organization, targeting groups accused of violent anarchist and Marxist activities across Europe.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene announced her resignation from Congress, citing her desire to avoid a Trump-backed primary and potential impeachment battles. The move follows her feud with Trump and reflects ongoing political shifts within the Republican Party ahead of next year's elections.
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Dan Driscoll, Army Secretary and close Vance ally, has taken a leading role in recent Ukraine-Russia peace negotiations, traveling to Kyiv, Geneva, and Abu Dhabi to push a revised peace framework. His efforts mark a significant shift in U.S. diplomatic engagement on the conflict, with high-level meetings and progress reported.
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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 situation, continuing his combative tone.
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On November 27, 2025, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan who served in CIA-backed paramilitary units, shot two National Guard members near the White House, killing one and critically wounding the other. Lakanwal entered the US in 2021 under Operation Allies Welcome and was granted asylum in 2025. The attack has sparked scrutiny of refugee vetting and immigration policies.