According to a recent report, the Trump administration is considering creating a 600-soldier National Guard force, equipped with weapons and riot gear, for rapid deployment to U.S. cities experiencing civil unrest. The troops would be stationed in Alabama and Arizona, costing hundreds of millions of dollars, and able to deploy within an hour. The plans, outlined in documents compiled by National Guard officials, could be implemented as early as fiscal year 2027. Concerns within the documents included potential political sensitivities and strains on personnel.
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In Austin, Texas, a shooting at a Target store resulted in the deaths of three individuals: two adults and a child, with another person treated for minor injuries. The suspect, a man in his 30s with a history of mental health issues, fled the scene in a stolen vehicle, which he later abandoned before stealing a second car from a dealership. Police apprehended the suspect approximately 20 miles away, using a Taser to take him into custody. Authorities are still investigating the motive behind the shooting.
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Fistful of dollars and rice for Vietnam farmers displaced for $1.5 billion Trump golf club – it’s hard to ignore the raw deal. Imagine being Nguyen Thi Huong, a Vietnamese farmer, and suddenly being told you have to leave your land. For what? A golf course. And what are you offered in return? A measly $3,200 and some rice. That’s the reality for some farmers who are facing displacement for a project backed by the Trump family. It’s a scenario that’s hard to stomach, especially when considering the scale of the development.
The contrast is stark. On one side, you have a multi-billion dollar golf resort, the first partnership for the Trump family in Vietnam.… Continue reading
According to a Kyiv Post source in Ukrainian military intelligence (HUR), Russia and India are planning to deepen their military-technical cooperation. The two countries are scheduled to meet in St. Petersburg from September 15-18 to finalize military cooperation plans for 2025-2026. The agenda includes discussions on defense cooperation, military training, and joint exercises, with Ukrainian intelligence obtaining a detailed schedule. This development comes as India continues to purchase Russian oil and Prime Minister Modi signals positive progress in relations with Russia, suggesting a commitment to strengthening ties between the two nations.
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An attorney representing an infected detainee reports a widespread respiratory illness outbreak, potentially COVID-19, at the “Alligator Alcatraz” immigration jail in Florida. Detainees are reportedly experiencing severe symptoms, including difficulty breathing, while access to masks and proper hygiene is limited. The attorney’s client, who was initially removed for medical care, was then secretly transferred to a Texas facility and has since had his personal belongings confiscated, and he has lost contact with his attorney. The incident has raised concerns about unsanitary conditions within the camp.
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Former President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that he is considering a major lawsuit against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, citing the rising costs of the Fed’s building renovation project, which Trump claims is grossly mismanaged. The Fed attributes the project’s higher-than-expected costs to necessary redesigns and unforeseen issues like asbestos and soil contamination. Trump’s post also reiterated his demand for Powell to cut interest rates following the latest inflation data, as headline CPI inflation held steady while core inflation accelerated. Market expectations have shifted toward a September rate cut, although some experts express concerns about the trend of rising core inflation.
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According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, intelligence reports indicate Russia is not preparing for a post-war scenario. Instead, the Kremlin is focused on presenting the meeting with the US as a personal victory while continuing to exert pressure on Ukraine. Contrary to any preparation for a ceasefire, Russian forces are being redeployed in a manner that suggests preparations for renewed offensive operations. Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine is actively keeping its allies informed about the realities of the conflict, including Russian strategies.
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Senator Mike Lee’s Interstate Obscenity Definition Act (IODA), which seeks to criminalize all pornography, has moved to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. The bill redefines “obscenity” and could potentially criminalize content that appeals to prurient interests. Critics have raised concerns that the broad definition could encompass various media and have unintended consequences, including impacting adult content creators and even seemingly innocuous media. The bill is similar to a proposed pornography ban outlined in the Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025.
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott warned that Texas could eliminate up to 10 Democratic districts if California redraws its House map, a move that would neutralize expected Republican gains in the state. Abbott cited instances of gerrymandering in other blue states like Illinois, California, New York, and Massachusetts as justification. Texas Republicans currently aim to gain five seats next year, but their redistricting efforts are stalled by Democrats’ absence. The looming redistricting battle includes California’s plan for a special session, and potential map revisions in New York, Illinois, Florida, Missouri, and Indiana.
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In a recent development, President Trump has postponed the reinstatement of U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods for an additional 90 days, as confirmed by a White House official. The initial deadline for these tariffs was set to expire on Tuesday, but an executive order has extended it until mid-November. This delay aligns with the outcomes of the latest trade negotiations between the U.S. and China in Stockholm during late July. Had the deadline not been pushed back, U.S. duties on Chinese imports would have reverted to the high levels seen in April, when the tariff war between the two nations reached its peak.
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