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Mar 19, 2026US-Israeli War in IranGlobal Energy CrisisOil Prices

Top U.S. & World Headlines — March 19, 2026

Global energy markets faced severe disruption following escalating US-Israeli strikes on Iran and Iranian retaliation across the Persian Gulf, while domestic US politics grappled with war funding, executive appointments, and revelations of historical abuse.

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Feb 12, 2026Jeffrey Epstein investigationDepartment of Justice (DOJ)Pam Bondi

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.

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Feb 2, 2026Jeffrey EpsteinDepartment of JusticeElite Impunity

"Billionaire Boys Club": What the Latest Epstein Files Reveal About Elite Impunity

The latest release of Jeffrey Epstein files exposes widespread elite complicity and severe Department of Justice failures, including the re-traumatization of survivors through unredacted names and the protection of powerful individuals.

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Jan 20, 2026ICE operationsConstitutional lawCivil rights

"Not Above the Law": Law Prof. Michele Goodwin Decries Violent ICE Activity in Minnesota

Law Professor Michele Goodwin analyzes the unconstitutional and unlawful actions of ICE in Minnesota, drawing parallels to the Civil Rights era but noting a dangerous reversal of federal government roles.

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