In a recent Truth Social post, former U.S. President Donald Trump expressed concern over the perceived alignment of India, Russia, and China. Trump’s comments followed the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit where the leaders of these nations met. The summit saw the leaders discussing their relationships and shared concerns regarding the U.S., especially regarding the war in Ukraine and trade practices. Trump has previously voiced similar sentiments, accusing these countries of conspiring against the U.S.
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A top justice official, Joseph Schnitt, was secretly recorded claiming the Epstein files would be manipulated to protect Republicans by redacting their names. This disclosure was made to a woman he met on a dating app, who was revealed to be an undercover operative. Schnitt also discussed an internal conflict between Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI deputy director Dan Bongino regarding the handling of the files. The Department of Justice responded with damage control measures including a public statement from Schnitt. These revelations have raised questions about transparency and political motivations in the handling of the Epstein case, particularly amidst previous criticisms of Bondi.
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The prospect of the DOJ labeling trans Americans as “mentally defective” to strip them of their Second Amendment rights is deeply troubling, and for a variety of reasons. It’s a move that, if successful, could set a dangerous precedent, opening the door for the erosion of rights for other marginalized groups. The core concern is that this isn’t an isolated incident but a deliberate tactic in a broader pattern of escalating attacks on trans people. The potential for this to escalate is very real, and that should be a cause for concern for everyone.
This potential action by the DOJ, under the direction of the Trump administration and Attorney General Pam Bondi, represents a direct assault on a vulnerable population.… Continue reading
Following the International Association of Genocide Scholars’ accusation of genocide against Israel, pro-Israel activists revealed the group’s open membership policy. This policy allows anyone to join by paying a small fee, which prompted activists to create parody accounts and expose the lack of qualifications required for membership. Media outlets initially portrayed the group as a body of leading experts, but the open membership casts doubt on the credibility of its findings. This has raised questions about the validity of the resolution and the peer review process, especially as some of the evidence used by the association has faced criticism.
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In August, the first month of the new 50% tariff imposed by the United States on most Brazilian imports, Brazilian exports to the US decreased by 18%. Despite this drop, overall Brazilian exports increased by 3.9% in August 2025, reaching $29.9 billion due to significant growth in exports to China and Mercosur. The trade balance saw a 35.8% increase, reaching $6.1 billion, driven by a surge in exports to China and Mercosur.
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The Trump administration is considering increasing restrictions on several delegations attending the upcoming U.N. meeting, including those from Iran, Sudan, Zimbabwe, and potentially Brazil. These restrictions may severely limit their travel outside New York City and even bar them from shopping at wholesale stores without express permission from the State Department. These measures follow the denial of visas for Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas and his delegation. Simultaneously, the administration has granted a waiver to Syria, easing its travel limitations. The State Department has yet to comment on the potential restrictions.
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Bryan Hooper Sr. has been released from a Minnesota correctional facility after spending nearly three decades in prison for a murder he did not commit. The conviction was vacated after key testimony from a woman, who has since confessed to the crime, was found to be false. Hooper’s conviction in 1998 was based on this now-discredited testimony, and the Hennepin County Attorney’s office supported his release and the court’s decision. The Prazniak case will now be re-investigated by the Minneapolis Police Department, and the woman who confessed is currently in prison in Georgia.
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The U.S. military’s recent attack on a vessel in the Caribbean, resulting in the deaths of 11 people, is reminiscent of historical events used to justify interventionism in Latin America. The Trump administration claimed the operation targeted narco-trafficking, but provided ambiguous evidence, echoing the 1898 explosion of the USS Maine that led to the Spanish-American War. This action is viewed as a strategic move to project American strength, particularly in relation to Venezuela, and is supported by figures like Marco Rubio, who is seen as pushing the narrative. Critics argue this continues a pattern of using the “war on drugs” as a pretext for intervention, potentially destabilizing the region and targeting Latino communities in the U.S.
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President Zelenskyy argues that Ukrainian territorial concessions would only embolden Putin and serve as a staging ground for further attacks against Europe. He explained that relinquishing areas like Donbas would leave major cities like Kharkiv and Dnipro vulnerable. Zelenskyy emphasized that Russia’s potential aggression in Europe hinges on the strength of the continent. He warned that advancements in missile technology eliminate the concept of distant wars, and the fate of Ukraine will ultimately determine the eastern border of Europe.
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Following a White House meeting of European leaders, efforts to solidify security guarantees for Ukraine have intensified, with former U.S. President Trump suggesting a potential summit between Zelenskyy and Putin and offering U.S. support, excluding American troops. Despite these efforts, Putin remains hesitant, and Russia continues its aggressive actions, rejecting the deployment of European troops. Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte emphasized the need for robust security guarantees, differentiating the current approach from past failed agreements, and cautioning against overestimating Russia’s strength.
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