While Zohran Mamdani secured the Democratic nomination for New York City mayor, a surprising lack of support from high-ranking Democrats has emerged. Despite Mamdani’s strong campaign efforts and backing from some elected officials, prominent figures like Governor Kathy Hochul and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer have remained silent on the endorsement. This absence of support is especially puzzling given Mamdani’s grassroots campaign and the broader Democratic voter enthusiasm for his candidacy. As Bernie Sanders highlighted at a rally, the failure of these leaders to unite behind the Democratic nominee raises questions about the party’s commitment and its ability to effectively counter opponents.
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Internal government documents reveal that at least one Korean worker arrested during a recent ICE raid on a Hyundai factory in Georgia was legally residing and working in the U.S. under a valid visa. Despite this, immigration officials mandated the worker’s “voluntary departure” from the country, contradicting the worker’s legal status. This raises serious legal questions, with some immigration attorneys arguing that the government’s actions constitute unlawful imprisonment. The situation has sparked outrage and prompted questions about the legitimacy of the mass arrests and the pressure being placed on detainees to leave the country.
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Family home hit by debris from Russian drone downed over Poland, and it’s a situation that demands attention. It’s hard not to feel a sense of unease when something like this happens, a clear incursion into the territory of a NATO member. The immediate reaction, and it’s easy to understand why, is a call for action. It’s a sentiment that’s been voiced repeatedly: this shouldn’t go unanswered. The desire for some form of response, some tangible consequence, is palpable. The question becomes: what can, and should, be done?
Family home hit by debris from Russian drone downed over Poland, and it’s a clear violation of sovereignty.… Continue reading
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has condemned the recent intrusion of Russian drones into Polish airspace, calling it a dangerous precedent for Europe. He stated that at least eight strike drones, identified as Russian-Iranian Shaheds, targeted Poland, a NATO member. Zelenskyy emphasized the necessity of consequences for Russia to prevent the war’s expansion, urging a coordinated and robust response. Poland confirmed the airspace violation, leading to the closure of airports and the scrambling of both Polish and allied aircraft.
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NATO does not treat the drone incident over Poland as a Russian attack, source says, and that’s pretty much what we’d expect, isn’t it? It seems like everyone saw this coming. The general consensus is that Putin’s testing the waters, seeing how far he can go, and right now, the answer seems to be quite far. It’s a careful balancing act, and many worry about the consequences of inaction. It feels like we’re watching another piece of the puzzle fall away.
Where do we draw the line? We’ve seen spies, saboteurs, and now even drones hitting European territory, yet there doesn’t seem to be a clear escalation strategy.… Continue reading
Poland’s decision to request the invocation of Article 4 of the NATO treaty, following the downing of Russian drones, is a significant development, and it’s a move that clearly reflects the rising tensions in the region.
Article 4, in essence, is a formal mechanism for allies to consult when one of them feels threatened. Think of it as a “heads-up” call, a chance to say, “Hey, we’ve got a problem; let’s talk about it.” It’s a step that signals a level of concern, indicating that Poland sees something happening that could jeopardize its territorial integrity, political independence, or security. It’s a chance for NATO members to come together, assess the situation, and decide on a course of action.… Continue reading
House Democrat Dave Min, after reviewing government files on Jeffrey Epstein, believes there are grounds to suspect President Donald Trump’s involvement in wrongdoing, despite disclaimers to the contrary. Min cited numerous connections, including allegations made by a 14-year-old, and the frequent mention of Trump’s name in the documents. He emphasized the need to uncover the truth and called for the release of the unredacted Epstein files, while the White House denies any wrongdoing. The case is further complicated by a birthday letter, allegedly from Trump to Epstein, and a fake check referencing a woman, which were also revealed.
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Due to the violation of Polish airspace by presumed Russian drones and the activation of ground search and rescue teams, the Polish Territorial Defence Forces (WOT) have been placed on heightened alert. The call-up time for WOT soldiers has been shortened in the eastern voivodeships to six hours before reporting for duty, and twelve hours in central voivodeships. This adjustment comes in response to drones entering Polish airspace during a Russian attack on Ukraine, leading to the downing of several drones and the closure of multiple airports. Officials are urging the public to remain calm, share information from official sources, and report any debris without approaching it.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has expressed interest in investigating a potential link between video games and mass shootings in America, highlighting the disparity in mass shootings between the United States and Switzerland, despite similar gun ownership rates. He pointed to potential factors like psychiatric drugs, video games, and social media as contributors to this violence. These claims are being met with mixed responses as experts have refuted this claim in the past. The NIH is now initiating studies to explore these correlations further.
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President Trump has urged the European Union to implement tariffs, potentially up to 100%, on China and India due to their continued purchases of Russian oil. This request, confirmed by sources familiar with the matter, occurred during a meeting with U.S. and EU officials in Washington. The U.S. is prepared to reciprocate any tariffs levied by Europe, mirroring their actions. This proposal follows Trump’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, which yielded limited progress toward ending the war in Ukraine.
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