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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.
"No Stupid Rules of Engagement": Ahead of Iran War, DoD Halted Efforts to Limit Civilian Deaths
The Pentagon, under Defense Secretary Pete Hegsath, systematically dismantled teams and processes designed to limit civilian casualties and uphold international law prior to and during the current conflict with Iran, raising concerns about potential war crimes and strategic blowback.
Trump Ousts Kristi Noem, Nominates Sen. Markwayne Mullin to Head DHS
President Trump removed Kristi Noem as Homeland Security Secretary amid corruption allegations and criticism over immigration policies, nominating Senator Markwayne Mullin as her replacement while Noem transitions to a new special envoy role.
U.S. Olympians Take on the Trump Administration
The 2024 Winter Olympics were heavily politicized by the Trump administration and saw athletes pushing back against policies and the IOC's selective 'neutrality'.
Top U.S. & World Headlines — January 23, 2026
A nationwide economic blackout protests ICE crackdowns in Minnesota, while a 5-year-old asylum seeker is detained and Trump allies reshape global geopolitics and domestic policy.
ICE vs. People of Minnesota: Community Resists Trump's Militarized Crackdown – Special Report
Federal agents escalated immigration enforcement in Minneapolis, leading to militarized deployments, alleged abuses, and widespread community resistance, including the use of rapid response networks and legal observation.
FBI Raids Home of Washington Post Reporter as Attacks on Press Freedom Intensify Under Trump
The FBI's rare raid on a Pulitzer-winning Washington Post reporter's home signals a severe escalation in government efforts to intimidate the press and silence sources, with profound implications for journalistic independence and public accountability.
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.
What’s Next in Trump’s War on Venezuela?
Experts dissect former President Trump's claims about Venezuelan oil and the broader US strategy in Latin America, revealing a complex web of resource interests, historical revisionism, and geopolitical maneuvering.
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