The Trump administration has announced a review of over 55 million U.S. visa holders for any violations that could lead to deportation. This “continuous vetting” process considers factors like overstaying visas, criminal activity, and threats to public safety. If any ineligibilities are discovered, the visa will be revoked, potentially resulting in deportation. The reviews will include social media accounts, law enforcement records, and new data collection tools, with the State Department reporting a significant increase in visa revocations since the beginning of the administration.
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Walmart’s CEO, Doug McMillon, stated that the company’s tariff costs are escalating weekly and are expected to continue rising through the year’s end. While the retailer has managed to mitigate some costs and even lowered prices on some back-to-school items, the impact of tariffs on imports looms large. Although there haven’t been dramatic shifts in shopping behavior, the rising costs have led to some price adjustments and shifts in consumer spending. Home Depot and Lowe’s also reported similar challenges with tariff impacts and noted the growing uncertainty in the economy.
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Trump lays out his redistricting endgame: A 100-seat Republican majority. The thought of a 100-seat advantage in the House of Representatives, as Trump seemingly desires, raises a lot of red flags, doesn’t it? It certainly suggests a shift away from the principles of a democratic process, where the will of the people is paramount. It’s almost as if a large majority is necessary for someone to feel as though they’re leading with the best ideas and able to execute plans competently.
Trump’s desire for a supermajority seems to be driven by fear, perhaps a fear of future impeachments or investigations. The last time the Republicans had that kind of control, back in 1929, it didn’t exactly go smoothly, with the Great Depression looming right around the corner.… Continue reading
The state of Florida painted over a rainbow crosswalk in Orlando that was part of the Pulse Memorial, sparking outrage and criticism. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer condemned the removal as a “cruel political act,” emphasizing the crosswalk’s safety benefits and its symbolic importance in honoring the 49 victims of the 2016 shooting. Surviving victim Brandon Wolf echoed this sentiment, calling the act a desecration of the victims’ memories. Governor Ron DeSantis stated that the state would not allow roadways to be used for political purposes, following a directive from the former transportation secretary that stressed roadway markings should be consistent and free from distractions.
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Recent analysis indicates a significant decline in Russia’s ability to launch bomber-launched cruise missiles against Ukraine, with its capacity now halved compared to the previous year. This reduction is attributed to Ukraine’s “Operation Spider’s Web” drone attacks, which have damaged Russian bombers, as well as Western sanctions that have strained missile production due to reliance on foreign components. Furthermore, Ukrainian drones have targeted Russian missile manufacturing facilities, but despite these challenges, Russia continues to utilize drone swarms in its attacks.
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Jinchao Wei, a U.S. Navy sailor, has been convicted of espionage for providing sensitive military information to a Chinese intelligence officer. Wei, who had access to restricted national defense information aboard the USS Essex, was recruited via social media and subsequently provided technical data, ship schematics, and photographs of naval vessels. In return for this information, he received over $12,000. Prosecutors stated that Wei’s actions demonstrated an egregious betrayal of trust, jeopardizing the security of the nation and its allies, though Wei’s attorney maintains that his actions did not have an effect on national security.
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A federal judge has ruled that Elon Musk must face a lawsuit alleging he defrauded voters in a petition drive tied to his political action committee, America PAC. The lawsuit claims Musk enticed voters with the promise of a $1 million giveaway in exchange for signing a petition, requiring them to provide personal information. The judge found the plaintiff plausibly alleged she relied on statements suggesting the giveaway was a random lottery, despite Musk’s arguments that recipients were “selected to earn” the money. This legal action marks the first over the America PAC sweepstakes, which offered $1 million daily until November 5, 2024, and was filed on election day.
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Putin’s demand to Ukraine: give up Donbas, no NATO and no Western troops, sources say, seems to be the crux of the matter, doesn’t it? It’s like he’s asking for a massive win without offering anything in return. It sounds suspiciously like a setup for a future invasion, doesn’t it? The whole thing screams of Russia trying to buy time and regroup, and the demands are so one-sided that it’s difficult to see any real intention of a lasting peace.
This call for Ukraine to relinquish the Donbas region, combined with a prohibition on NATO membership and the absence of Western troops, presents a deeply concerning picture.… Continue reading
New York City police arrested Charles Burgess, 32, of Dayton, Ohio, on Wednesday for allegedly throwing a sex toy onto the court during a New York Liberty game and striking a 12-year-old girl. Burgess faces two counts of assault in connection with the incident, which occurred on August 5th at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Following the incident, the suspect fled the scene and remained at large until his arrest. This is part of a trend of similar occurrences at WNBA games this summer.
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White House official Lindsey Halligan, leading a review of the Smithsonian Institution, stated during a Newsmax appearance that discussions about slavery should include “hope and progress.” This comes after Halligan wrote to the Smithsonian Secretary announcing a “comprehensive internal review” of selected museums and exhibitions, prompted by President Trump’s criticism of the Smithsonian as “WOKE.” The review will focus on several museums including the National Museum of American History and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The Smithsonian responded by affirming its commitment to factual and accurate historical presentations while stating they would continue to collaborate with the White House.
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