During a House Judiciary Committee hearing, Attorney General Pam Bondi was observed holding a document detailing searches conducted by Rep. Pramila Jayapal of the Jeffrey Epstein files. This suggests the Department of Justice may have monitored a member of Congress’s oversight activities and used that information for political purposes. Such surveillance by the executive branch on the legislative branch’s oversight function represents a significant breach of the separation of powers and a potential major scandal. This action, conducted without a clear investigative purpose or subpoena, undermines Congress’s ability to effectively conduct oversight of the executive branch.
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Despite failing its annual audit for the eighth consecutive year, the Pentagon continues to receive record-breaking funding, exceeding $1 trillion for 2026. This massive expenditure occurs as Americans struggle with affordability crises, facing difficulties in accessing basic needs like healthcare and groceries. The report highlights significant issues with tracking funds and a substantial exposure to contractor fraud, yet Congress has approved substantial increases to the military budget. This allocation contrasts sharply with the potential to address domestic needs, as reallocating the Pentagon’s budget could fund millions of housing units or provide essential benefits like SNAP and Medicaid to millions of people.
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Effective February 1, the Japanese government has discontinued the practice of notifying lawyers representing foreign nationals two months prior to their deportation, a system established in 2010. The Immigration Services Agency cited instances of foreigners going missing after receiving these notices, which it claimed disrupted operations and hindered deportation proceedings. While the agency asserts that foreign nationals will still be informed of their deportation deferral for one month to allow for legal action, the bar association has protested the change, arguing it impedes foreigners’ right to a trial and that the shortened grace period is insufficient for seeking judicial relief. This decision aligns with the government’s broader policy to strengthen immigration controls and increase deportation numbers.
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Israeli producer Dana Eden, best known for co-creating the Apple TV show “Tehran,” was found dead in Athens, Greece, where the show’s fourth season was being filmed. Police are treating her death, which occurred in a hotel room, as a suicide. Eden, 52, was a celebrated figure in Israeli television, with her work on “Tehran” earning international acclaim, including an International Emmy Award. Her professional contributions were deeply valued, and her passing has been met with widespread sorrow from colleagues and government officials.
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The NAACP and other organizations have requested a judge’s intervention to protect personal voter information seized by the FBI from a Georgia elections warehouse. Citing a breach of privacy and potential infringement on voting rights, the motion seeks to limit the government’s use of the data to the criminal investigation for which it was obtained. Specifically, it aims to prevent the data from being used for purposes like voter roll maintenance or immigration enforcement. The groups also demand transparency regarding the seized records, access logs, and any duplication efforts.
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Robert Duvall, the acclaimed Oscar-winning actor known for his iconic roles in “The Godfather” and “Apocalypse Now,” has passed away at the age of 95. He died peacefully at his home in Virginia on Sunday. A statement from his PR agency, on behalf of his wife Luciana, described him as a passionate storyteller and a beloved figure who cherished his craft, good food, and engaging company.
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The recent, tragic death of a school teacher during a traffic stop initiated by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has ignited widespread concern and outrage. This incident, resulting in vehicular homicide charges against the driver, raises profound questions about the authority and actions of ICE agents and the appropriateness of their involvement in routine traffic enforcement. The circumstances surrounding the stop, the subsequent chase, and the fatal collision have prompted a deep examination of whether ICE is operating within its legal purview and with adequate consideration for public safety.
The very notion of ICE conducting traffic stops is met with skepticism and outright disbelief by many.… Continue reading
This article discusses the controversial release of a list of names associated with Jeffrey Epstein, purportedly from former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche. The list, which includes prominent figures like George Clooney, Barack Obama, and Joe Biden, has been criticized for its inaccuracies and for allegedly omitting damaging information about Donald Trump and his associates. The author argues that this move, coupled with the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) failure to release all relevant Epstein files, appears to be a transparent attempt to appease the public and critics, ultimately backfiring by exposing attempts to shield certain individuals from scrutiny.
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A prominent voice within conservative circles has recently delivered a stark assessment of the MAGA movement, describing it as a “rotting carcass” that has definitively lost the culture war. This declaration suggests a deep-seated belief that the core tenets and cultural ambitions of MAGA have not only failed to gain traction but have actively contributed to the movement’s decline. The argument posits that MAGA’s efforts to impose values, which have long been rejected in the broader public discourse, have ultimately proven futile.
The sentiment behind this assertion is that the very essence of the MAGA movement is an attempt to rewind the clock and reassert a past order that the majority of Americans have moved beyond.… Continue reading
While foreign governments and institutions are actively investigating and demanding accountability from those linked to Jeffrey Epstein, the United States appears to be largely disregarding the scandal. Powerful figures within the U.S. and its administration, including former President Trump, have faced minimal consequences despite their alleged connections. This stark contrast highlights a failure within the American justice system to address the implications of the Epstein files, unlike the international outcry and subsequent resignations seen globally.
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John Q. Hosedrinker 
Matt Underwood