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Top U.S. & World Headlines — February 26, 2026
This episode covers a rapid-fire series of global and domestic headlines, from escalating US-Iran tensions and the Cuban humanitarian crisis to Israeli actions in Gaza, the Epstein scandal's fallout, and controversial Trump administration policies.
Rep. Jayapal Slams AG Pam Bondi over Epstein Files & Spying on Lawmakers
Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal details alleged Department of Justice misconduct, including spying on lawmakers' Epstein file searches and intentionally exposing victims while protecting powerful predators, alongside a critique of ICE and CBP operations.
U.S. Citizens Describe Surviving Violent Attacks by Immigration Agents
U.S. citizens shared harrowing testimonies at a Capitol Hill hearing, detailing violent encounters with federal immigration agents, including shootings, beatings, and unlawful detentions.
Abolish ICE: Rep. Delia Ramirez Calls for Defunding DHS & Defends Rep. Ilhan Omar After Attack
Rep. Delia Ramirez advocates for the abolition of ICE and the dismantling of DHS, citing alleged agency corruption, executions, and cover-ups, while demanding accountability for officials like Secretary Christine Gnome and Tom Holman.
Decades of Anti-Immigration Policy Created "Mass Grave" at Southern Border
A former Border Patrol agent and an independent journalist expose how decades of aggressive, unaccountable border policies have extended deadly tactics nationwide and created a 'mass grave' at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — January 9, 2026
A Democracy Now report details escalating tensions surrounding ICE operations in the US, controversial US foreign policy moves regarding Venezuela and Greenland, and ongoing global conflicts, highlighting a disregard for international law and domestic accountability.
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