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Top U.S. & World Headlines — March 17, 2026
Global conflicts escalate with significant casualties and economic repercussions, while domestic US policy faces judicial challenges and political funding controversies.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — February 13, 2026
The Trump administration rescinded key environmental protections, faced a partial government shutdown, and continued controversial immigration enforcement, while new revelations from the Epstein files implicated global figures.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — February 12, 2026
Attorney General Pam Bondi faced intense scrutiny and accusations of cover-up and surveillance regarding the Epstein files, while federal agencies like ICE and CBP engaged in controversial actions, and President Trump solidified his pro-coal stance and threatened tariff defectors.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — February 9, 2026
This report details escalating tensions and controversies across the U.S. and globally, including widespread criticism of ICE's conduct, political scandals involving former President Trump, and significant international developments from the Middle East to Asia.
"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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