Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian-American activist, is suing the Trump administration for $20 million, alleging false imprisonment, malicious prosecution, and defamation, following his arrest and detention in March. The Department of Homeland Security and the State Department have pushed back, dismissing Khalil’s claims and asserting their actions were lawful. Khalil, who was involved in mediating between pro-Palestinian protesters and Columbia University leadership, maintains his arrest was politically motivated due to his activism. His lawsuit, filed under the Federal Tort Claims Act, seeks to hold the government accountable for what he views as an effort to punish dissent, especially from Palestinian and Muslim voices.
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Former Fox News host Bill O’Reilly claimed that Donald Trump has chosen not to release the Epstein files. O’Reilly stated Trump’s reasoning, during a conversation, was that many individuals mentioned in the files may have had innocent interactions with Epstein, and releasing the files without context would unfairly ruin their lives. O’Reilly said Trump was concerned that the media would not provide the necessary context, leading to the destruction of innocent people. Some social media users have criticized this explanation, suggesting alternative motivations for withholding the files.
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The UK Home Office has rejected Hamas’s application to be removed from the list of banned terrorist organizations. This decision follows a legal challenge launched by Riverway Law, which argued the ban hinders peace efforts and violates human rights. The Home Office stated that Hamas remains a proscribed organization, making it illegal to be a member, display symbols, or support the group within the UK. Hamas can appeal this decision, but the process has historically seen few successes, with only a handful of groups delisted since 2000.
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An Israeli strike in Deir Al Balah, Gaza, resulted in the deaths of 15 people, including women and children, who were gathered outside a health center. The Israeli military stated it was targeting a Hamas militant involved in the October 7 attacks, while also acknowledging reports of injuries and stating the incident is under review. Medical staff and aid organizations, including Project HOPE, reported the clinic’s location had been shared with the Israeli military. Despite a partial lifting of the blockade, access to aid and medicine remains limited, with health officials reporting widespread suffering in Gaza.
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Israeli strike kills children near Gaza clinic with no immediate truce in sight – it’s almost unbelievable, isn’t it? It’s the kind of news that just makes you stop and stare. You’d think, with all the talk about precision strikes and avoiding civilian casualties, that things would be different. Yet, here we are, once again, grappling with the devastating reality of children being killed near a clinic. It’s like a punch to the gut, especially when you consider the context of medical care and aid that should be a protected zone.
Bombing sick children waiting for medical attention? That’s a statement that resonates with a specific kind of outrage.… Continue reading
Veterans on Patrol, an anti-government militia, announced its targeting of Oklahoma weather radars to News 9, claiming these radars control the weather. The group’s founder, Michael Lewis Arthur Meyer, stated that they believe the government uses the technology for weather modification and individual targeting, despite the claims of News 9’s Chief Meteorologist David Payne that weather radars are solely for informing and warning the public. Following the group’s announcement, a sign was posted near a radar warning that Doppler radars are being targeted. The Oklahoma Department of Public Safety has responded by urging the public to report suspicious activity and vandalism.
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Trump to use presidential authority to send weapons to Ukraine, sources say. Well, this is certainly a turn of events, isn’t it? The buzz is that Trump is gearing up to use his presidential power to send weapons to Ukraine. The sources are saying this will be a significant move. It’s like the narrative has shifted, and we’re all trying to catch our balance. It’s quite a surprise.
Trump to use presidential authority to send weapons to Ukraine, sources say, and the implications are substantial. The talk is that this isn’t just about continuing the existing aid; it’s about tapping into our own reserves.… Continue reading
Mask off: New York bill would charge ICE agents who hide their faces – that’s the crux of the matter here. The conversation around this New York bill is bubbling with opinions, and it’s easy to see why. The core of the bill is simple: ICE agents operating within the state would be required to remove their masks and display visible identification while on duty. This is a move that seems to spark a lot of heated debate.
The idea of visible identification is a recurring theme. People are saying it’s not just about removing masks; it’s about clear display of badges with identifying numbers and names.… Continue reading
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem renewed calls to eliminate FEMA, citing its slow response to the recent Texas floods, which have resulted in over 120 deaths. However, this delay appears to be a direct result of a new policy implemented by Noem, requiring her approval for all contracts or grants above $100,000, which multiple FEMA officials said has created bureaucratic obstacles and massive delays, including the deployment of search and rescue teams. Noem’s policy, which has been criticized for potentially causing delays in emergency situations, was implemented under the guise of rooting out waste, fraud, and abuse. Congressional Democrats are now calling for investigations into the Trump administration’s cuts to FEMA, which may have contributed to the devastation, and some are urging to stop the dismantling of federal agencies designed to keep citizens safe.
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Thomas Fugate, the newly appointed director of the DHS Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships, has come under fire due to a past incident involving threatening messages. The Daily Beast revealed that Fugate, then 18 years old, sent concerning messages to a love rival of his girlfriend, then a high school freshman. While the department initially claimed there was no formal investigation, the Cedar Park City Attorney’s Office later confirmed an investigation into “an alleged injury to a child.” These recent revelations regarding Fugate’s past actions have raised concerns about his suitability for such a critical role.
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