President Trump, in a series of Truth Social posts, vehemently attacked birthright citizenship, labeling the U.S. as “stupid” and its citizens as “suckers,” while the Supreme Court considered a case challenging the 14th Amendment’s guarantee of citizenship to those born within U.S. borders. Trump’s claims falsely narrowed the 14th Amendment’s historical context to solely encompass the children of slaves, ignoring its broader application and established legal precedent. Despite this, the 14th Amendment, adopted in 1868, overturned the Dred Scott decision and has been consistently interpreted to include children of immigrants, as affirmed by the 1898 Wong Kim Ark Supreme Court case. The Supreme Court is now tasked with resolving the conflict between Trump’s executive order and longstanding legal interpretation.
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A Wisconsin judge has pleaded not guilty to charges of concealing an undocumented immigrant. The case has sparked significant debate, with many questioning the selective enforcement of immigration laws and the motivations behind the judge’s arrest.
The core of the controversy revolves around the judge’s actions in allowing an individual, later identified as an undocumented immigrant, to leave the courtroom through a different exit than the main door. While the prosecution alleges this constitutes concealing the individual from federal authorities, many believe the judge simply guided the person to a different exit within the same public hallway, resulting in immediate apprehension by ICE officers.… Continue reading
Dr. Gilbert Handal’s experience in a Chilean measles ward in 1964, before the vaccine’s availability, involved witnessing devastating mortality among infants and toddlers, leaving a lasting impact. This experience informs his current alarm regarding low vaccination rates in West Texas, where a significant measles outbreak has occurred. He emphasizes the direct link between low immunization rates and measles outbreaks, highlighting the preventable nature of the disease. Handal’s firsthand account serves as a stark reminder of the severe consequences of vaccine hesitancy, urging widespread immunization to prevent a return to the tragic realities of the pre-vaccine era.
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A 30-year-old Georgia woman, Adriana Smith, was declared brain-dead at 9 weeks pregnant after suffering from undiagnosed blood clots. Due to Georgia’s near-total abortion ban, Smith is being kept alive on ventilators until the fetus reaches viability, against the wishes of her family. The family reports being legally prevented from making alternative decisions regarding life support, despite the significant financial and emotional burden. Emory Healthcare states that their decisions adhere to Georgia’s abortion law and other legal guidelines.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the Trump administration’s appointee for health protection, recently swam with his grandchildren in Rock Creek, a waterway with a decades-long swimming ban due to high bacteria levels and sewage contamination. Fox News host Jesse Watters downplayed the incident, despite evidence of high E. coli levels posing significant health risks. This event highlights a stark contrast between the administration’s rhetoric and actions regarding public health. The incident also raises concerns about the fitness of Kennedy for his appointed role.
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Adriana Smith, a 30-year-old brain-dead nurse, is being kept alive on life support at 21 weeks gestation due to Georgia’s heartbeat law, which prohibits abortions after a fetal heartbeat is detected. Her family was not consulted regarding continued life support despite their belief that the fetus may have significant health problems and their emotional distress. The law’s limited exceptions do not apply in this case because Smith is brain dead and therefore not considered at risk. Consequently, medical professionals are legally obligated to maintain life support until the fetus reaches viability, around 32 weeks.
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Dick’s Sporting Goods’s $2.4 billion acquisition of Foot Locker is a bold move aimed at combating softening demand in the sporting goods market. The sheer size of the purchase raises eyebrows, especially considering both companies have faced challenges in recent years. The logic seems counterintuitive at first glance: buying a struggling retailer to bolster your own struggling business.
However, there’s a strategy at play here, likely involving economies of scale and market consolidation. By acquiring Foot Locker, Dick’s potentially gains a wider reach and a stronger foothold in the footwear market, a crucial segment of the sporting goods industry. This could lead to better negotiating power with suppliers, potentially lowering costs and boosting profit margins.… Continue reading
Effective Thursday, Switzerland implemented a ban on unwrought Russian aluminum imports, mirroring similar restrictions on Belarusian aluminum. This action aligns with the EU’s 16th sanctions package against Russia, aiming to prevent sanctions circumvention. The ban also includes stricter export controls on certain goods, such as chromium ores and oil and gas exploration software. These measures are intended to harmonize Swiss sanctions with those of the European Union.
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During a Vatican ceremony, Pope Leo XIV received a list of Ukrainian prisoners of war from representatives of POW families. The Pope expressed his compassion for the Ukrainian people and called for a just and lasting peace, including the release of all prisoners. This action follows numerous prisoner exchanges since the start of the full-scale Russian invasion in 2022. The event included the presence of Ukrainian religious leaders, and reflects Pope Leo XIV’s consistent condemnation of Russia’s actions in Ukraine, a stance he held even prior to his papacy.
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A surge in American property purchases in Spain, up 57% year-over-year in the first quarter of 2025, is largely attributed to the ongoing political climate in the U.S. This exodus, particularly strong among LGBTQ+ and Hispanic Americans, sees Spain as a refuge from perceived discrimination and political instability. The strength of the dollar and Spain’s comparatively lower cost of living are also contributing factors. While the recent end of Spain’s Golden Visa program may impact future growth, the trend suggests a significant and sustained shift in American emigration patterns.
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