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"No One Is Safe Under Donald Trump": Rep. Delia Ramirez on DHS, Birthright Citizenship, Cuba & More
Congress member Delia Ramirez condemns the appointment of Mark Wayne Mullen as DHS Secretary, framing him as a dangerous Trump loyalist whose policies threaten civil liberties, birthright citizenship, and international relations, urging the dismantling of DHS.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — March 23, 2026
Global tensions escalate with direct military exchanges between Iran and Israel, US-Iran diplomatic overtures, and widespread humanitarian crises, while domestic US issues include airport chaos, media consolidation, and a federal judge upholding press freedom.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — March 20, 2026
Global conflicts escalate with significant economic and humanitarian fallout, while domestic US issues highlight immigration challenges and labor disputes.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — March 18, 2026
A rapidly escalating conflict between Israel and Iran has triggered global economic instability and a humanitarian crisis, while domestic US issues include a DHS shutdown, controversial foreign aid policies, and political primaries.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — March 5, 2026
The US Senate rejected a resolution to withdraw forces from Iran amidst escalating US-Israeli attacks on Iranian civilian sites and military responses, while other global and domestic crises unfold.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — February 19, 2026
Global tensions escalate with US preparations for potential strikes on Iran, ongoing revelations in the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, and a deepening humanitarian crisis in Gaza amidst new reports of significantly higher death tolls.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — February 11, 2026
This episode details a range of critical global and domestic events, from federal immigration agency actions and Epstein file revelations to international conflicts and challenges to democratic processes.
From George Floyd to Alex Pretti: “Copaganda” Author on Myths About Immigration, Crime & Policing
Alec Karakatsanis exposes how police and media manipulate public perception of crime and immigration, turning outrage into increased power for repressive institutions.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — January 21, 2026
Federal investigations, international tensions, and domestic protests mark a turbulent global landscape, with the Trump administration at the center of multiple controversies ranging from immigration enforcement to alleged financial misconduct.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — January 14, 2026
This episode details a day of escalating global tensions and domestic policy shifts, covering violent crackdowns in Iran, US military actions in Venezuela, and controversial US immigration and civil rights decisions.
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