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Federal Judge Blocks California’s Law Enforcement Mask Ban

A federal judge in California temporarily blocked the state from enforcing its ban on most law enforcement officers from wearing masks during operations, finding that the ban "unlawfully discriminates" against federal agents.

As Pressure Mounted To Release Epstein Files, FBI Employees Compiled Allegations Against Other Men

The FBI compiled a list of sexual assault allegations related to Trump and other prominent figures in the Epstein files, which were released with over 3 million documents, although the Department of Justice has said there is nothing in the files to warrant new prosecutions.

A Timeline Of U.S. Strikes On Boats That Have Killed 121

The US military has killed 121 people and destroyed 39 boats in international waters as part of a campaign to curtail the flow of drugs into the US, with the Trump administration claiming the ability to engage in lethal strikes without judicial review.

Reading The Nation At 250: Who Is Missing From The Story?

The National Endowment for the Arts' Big Read 2026-2027 Honoring America250 library has notably excluded Black women authors, underscoring a persistent imbalance in the framing, funding, and circulation of American literature.

Trump Shares Racist Video Depicting Obamas As Apes, Sparking Outrage

President Donald Trump has come under fire for posting a video on his social media platform that portrays former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as apes. The video, which has been widely condemned by both Republicans and Democrats, is the latest incident of Trump sharing racially charged content online.

Justice Department Under Scrutiny For Revealing Victim Info And Concealing Possible Enablers In Epstein...

The Justice Department's release of over 3 million documents pertaining to Jeffrey Epstein has sparked significant controversy due to the failure to adequately redact identifying details of many victims and potential accomplices, leading to widespread condemnation from survivors.

What’s Next For Minneapolis? A Shaky Promise, Mounting Tensions And The Fight For Control

Minneapolis has become a focal point for protests against a federal immigration operation following the deaths of two U.S. citizens, as the Trump administration remains ambiguous about the potential withdrawal of agents.

What Comes Next For 5‑year‑old Liam Ramos And His Father After Their Release From...

A federal judge has ordered the release of a 5-year-old Ecuadorian boy and his father from immigration detention, citing insufficient probable cause for their arrest. However, their immigration status remains uncertain as their asylum case continues in court.

DHS Withdrawing 700 Personnel In Minnesota “immediately,” Border Czar Says

White House border czar Tom Homan has announced the immediate withdrawal of 700 Department of Homeland Security personnel from Minneapolis, reducing the number of agents to 2,000. This decision follows widespread public outcry over Operation Metro Surge, an immigration enforcement initiative linked to the fatal shootings of two US citizens.

5-Year-Old Liam Ramos Returns Home As Trump Administration Shifts Tone Amid Nationwide Anti-Ice Protests

Protesters nationwide rallied against the Trump administration's immigration enforcement, demanding an end to the crackdown. Concurrently, a federal judge ordered the release of a preschooler and his father from ICE detention, highlighting ongoing legal challenges to immigration policies. The Justice Department has initiated a civil rights investigation into the shooting of Alex Pretti, marking a significant development in the scrutiny of federal enforcement actions.

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Bynum Introduces Federal Bill To Lower Housing Development Costs

The SPUR Housing Act, introduced by Congresswoman Janelle Bynum and Congressman Chris Pappas, would establish a five-year, $1.5 billion grant program to reduce the cost of building new housing by offsetting local and state-imposed development fees.