The United States has voiced fresh concerns at the World Trade Organization (WTO) regarding India’s dairy certification requirements for imported milk and milk products. Specifically, the US views the required comprehensive veterinary health certificate, which must verify the absence of various substances, as an unnecessary trade obstacle. The US has emphasized that these requirements should be scientifically justified and minimally restrictive. While the two countries are discussing an interim trade deal, the US has also expressed concerns about India’s recently revised dairy certification, which is scheduled to take effect in November 2024.
Read More
Chris Landry, a Canadian national and green card holder living in New Hampshire, was denied entry back into the United States after a family vacation and had his green card revoked. He was detained for questioning at a Maine border crossing, where he was informed of decades-old misdemeanor convictions. Landry, who had previously supported President Trump, now feels differently, blaming the current administration’s policies for the sudden change in his legal status after having lived in the country since he was a toddler. U.S. Customs and Border Protection defended their decision, stating that possessing a green card is a privilege, not a right. He is currently staying in Canada and hopes to be allowed back into the U.S. to live with his children.
Read More
In a recent escalation, President Trump threatened to strip comedian Rosie O’Donnell of her U.S. citizenship due to her criticism, despite the president having no legal power to do so. O’Donnell, born in New York, responded by criticizing Trump on social media. This comes as Trump attempts to end birthright citizenship and is pursuing denaturalization of American citizens, actions currently facing legal challenges. This context highlights the increasing tensions between the former president and his critics.
Read More
Following criticism of a ruling by Judge Maame Ewusi-Mensah Frimpong regarding ICE arrests in Los Angeles, an X account associated with California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Press Office responded to Stephen Miller’s post. The governor’s office’s post on X called Miller a “fascist cuck” and criticized his views on the ruling, which deemed certain locations as “safe havens” for illegal aliens. The initial post by Miller condemned the ruling and accused the judge of undermining the United States. Newsom’s Director of Communications, Izzy Gardon, later stated that the post was inspired by the White House’s use of the term.
Read More
Following a federal raid on a Southern California farm, a Mexican farmworker, initially reported dead by several media outlets, is now in critical condition, according to the Ventura County Medical Center. The raid, involving ICE agents, targeted undocumented individuals and resulted in approximately 200 arrests at two farms. During the raid, the farmworker fell while attempting to hide, sustaining serious injuries. The United Farm Workers reported that some workers, including U.S. citizens, were held for hours and forced to delete photos and videos, while also expressing concern about child labor on the site.
Read More
The Intercept revealed that ICE deceived eight men, who were convicted criminals, by telling them they were being transferred to another ICE facility in Louisiana, when in reality they were being deported to South Sudan. The men were held in a shipping container on a U.S. military base in Djibouti before being expelled to South Sudan, a country plagued by violence. Members of Congress condemned ICE’s actions, calling them cruel and a violation of international law, particularly given the lack of due process and the dangerous conditions in South Sudan. The Trump administration, however, defended the deportations, while South Sudan’s foreign ministry stated the agreement was part of broader cooperation. This incident highlights the U.S.’s practice of deporting immigrants to third countries with no ties to them and the secret deals being made to expand this practice.
Read More
Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi dismissed criminal charges against Utah plastic surgeon Dr. Michael Kirk Moore, who was on trial for allegedly issuing fake COVID-19 vaccination cards. Moore and his co-defendants were accused of destroying government-provided vaccines and distributing falsely marked vaccine cards in exchange for payments. The charges, which included conspiracy and property conversion, stem from an alleged scheme between May 2021 and September 2022. Bondi stated Moore was providing a choice when the federal government was not. It remains unclear if the charges against Moore’s co-defendants will also be dropped.
Read More
A Chinese naval vessel was observed patrolling near Hawaii this week, as confirmed by an Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM) spokesperson. The military is monitoring the vessel operating in international waters near Hawaii, though the vessel’s specific location and mission remain undisclosed. This event follows recent displays of Chinese naval power in the Pacific, including deployments of aircraft carriers and increased military maneuvers around Taiwan. The presence of the Chinese vessel aligns with China’s growing naval capabilities, which include the largest navy globally, highlighting the ongoing strategic dynamics in the Indo-Pacific region.
Read More
Attorney General Pam Bondi faced scrutiny at a Trump Cabinet meeting after addressing the missing minute in Jeffrey Epstein’s jailhouse footage. Despite the release of a Department of Justice memo stating Epstein’s suicide and the absence of an incriminating client list, questions persisted regarding Epstein’s potential intelligence ties and the missing footage. Conservative media figures expressed disappointment in the lack of transparency, with some calling for Bondi’s resignation due to apparent inconsistencies and the incomplete view of the facility in the released video. The footage, which skips a minute and doesn’t show the moment Epstein was found, has raised concerns about potential cover-ups and incompetence in the handling of the investigation.
Read More
Recent polling indicates a decline in Donald Trump’s support among middle-income earners, reversing gains made earlier in the election cycle. The latest YouGov/Economist poll reveals a net approval rating of -14 points for Trump among those earning $50,000-$100,000 annually, driven by economic anxieties and concerns over rising costs. Critics argue Trump’s economic policies, including the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, could negatively impact working families, leading to a backlash among middle-class voters. This shift in sentiment coincides with increasing pessimism about the economy and concerns regarding the potential for a recession.
Read More
John Q. Hosedrinker