Epstein files bill passes resoundingly in House with only 1 no vote, and it’s hard not to be immediately suspicious. The swift passage, with such overwhelming support, practically screams of something being amiss. The lone dissenting vote, cast by Representative Clay Higgins, is already sparking intense speculation. Why did he vote no? What does he know that the others don’t? And what’s his angle in all of this? These are the questions buzzing around.
Epstein files bill passes resoundingly in House with only 1 no vote, and the immediate fear is that the files have been doctored, compromised, and scrubbed clean of anything that might incriminate specific individuals.… Continue reading
A federal appeals court panel upheld the dismissal of Donald Trump’s $475 million defamation lawsuit against CNN. The court found Trump’s claims regarding CNN’s use of “the Big Lie” to be “unpersuasive” and determined that the term did not constitute a false statement of fact. The judges, including those nominated by Trump, stated that the term was susceptible to multiple interpretations and that CNN’s use of it, therefore, did not support a defamation claim. This decision is the latest in a series of failed lawsuits by Trump against media outlets reporting on his claims.
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Trump threatens ABC News broadcast license after reporter asks about Epstein, and it’s hard not to feel a sense of bewilderment. The idea of a president, any president, going after a news organization’s ability to broadcast because of a question asked about Jeffrey Epstein is, frankly, shocking. It’s the kind of thing you’d expect to see in a dictatorship, not a democracy that prides itself on freedom of the press and the First Amendment. It really does make you wonder: what is he so afraid of?
Trump threatens ABC News broadcast license after reporter asks about Epstein, and the comments online are certainly revealing.… Continue reading
Judge in Comey case blocks order mandating DOJ hand over grand jury evidence, and this is where it all begins. It seems like the legal world is buzzing with activity, and it’s all centered around the case of former FBI Director James Comey. The story gets interesting as a federal judge has stepped in, putting a temporary hold on a previous order that would have required the Department of Justice (DOJ) to hand over a mountain of grand jury evidence to Comey’s legal team.
The Justice Department immediately requested the stay, and it was granted by U.S. District Judge Michael Nachmanoff.… Continue reading
Following the First Minister’s Meeting in Saskatoon, New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt addressed the media. The meeting focused on key national issues, including healthcare funding and infrastructure projects. Holt emphasized the importance of collaborative solutions to address these challenges and ensure the province’s needs are met. Details on specific agreements reached and the next steps in these discussions were also provided.
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Following a warning from MI5 regarding Chinese espionage attempts, Security Minister Dan Jarvis declared the UK will not tolerate foreign interference. The alert specifically identified two LinkedIn profiles allegedly used by China’s Ministry of State Security to target individuals with access to sensitive information. In response, the government announced new measures, including financial investments in cyber security and enhanced protections against Chinese cybercrime and influence in research. While acknowledging China as a major trading partner, the UK will use sanctions if needed, according to Jarvis.
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The House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved a resolution demanding the release of Department of Justice case files related to Jeffrey Epstein. This decision followed the release of Epstein’s emails, some of which mentioned Donald Trump. Despite initial reluctance, and a brief shutdown, the resolution gained momentum, and Trump eventually endorsed the release after previously opposing it. House Speaker Mike Johnson voted in favor of the resolution but expressed concerns about its shortcomings.
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Following a 2021 commutation from a previous fraud conviction, Eliyahu “Eli” Weinstein has been sentenced to 37 years in federal prison for defrauding investors. The US district judge Michael Shipp also ordered Weinstein to pay over $44 million in restitution. Weinstein’s recent conviction involved a scheme where he and others falsely promised investors access to deals with medical supplies and other goods, resulting in approximately $35 million lost to investors. This marks Weinstein’s third fraud conviction in a New Jersey federal court, adding to a history of fraudulent activities and previous prison sentences.
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Greece and Ukraine have recently solidified a deal to supply US-origin liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Ukraine from December until March 2026, aimed at bolstering energy security amid ongoing Russian attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure. This agreement, announced during President Zelenskyy’s visit to Athens, comes as Russian forces make advances in the Zaporizhzhia region and launch drone strikes on the Odesa region. Simultaneously, Ukraine has struck a major oil refinery in Russia’s Samara region. Amidst these developments, Zelenskyy has also announced plans to overhaul key state energy companies following a corruption scandal.
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President Trump announced plans to approve the sale of advanced F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, a significant move preceding Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s visit to the White House. This potential arms deal aims to strengthen ties with Riyadh as the US seeks to encourage Saudi Arabia to establish official relations with Israel. The decision raises concerns about maintaining Israel’s military edge in the region, a long-standing US policy, with some Israeli officials opposing the sale. If the deal goes through, Saudi Arabia would become the first Arab country to receive the advanced F-35, a program the US has previously offered to the UAE.
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