The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation has withdrawn from a nearly $30 million federal contract with ICE to design immigrant detention centers following online backlash. The deal, which drew criticism due to the tribe’s history and involvement in mass deportation efforts, led to the firing of economic development leaders and sparked internal reviews. The tribe had established KPB Services LLC, with Ernest C. Woodward Jr. as a key figure, to secure the contract, which was initially valued at $19 million and later increased to $29.9 million. While the tribe has divested from the project, details surrounding the selection process and the Tribal Council’s involvement remain unclear.
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Photos released by the House committee on oversight and government reform show New York Times columnist David Brooks at an event on Jeffrey Epstein’s estate, though the context, including the date and location, is unclear. The New York Times stated the event occurred in 2011, several years after Epstein’s guilty plea, and that Brooks had no further contact with him. Brooks’ appearance in these photos is notable given his recent column expressing a lack of interest in the Epstein scandal and his dismissal of the story. Critics have questioned why Brooks didn’t disclose his attendance at the event, especially after writing about the subject.
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President Trump has been making the claim that tariffs have generated $18 trillion for the United States, a figure he has repeated multiple times in various public settings. This number is not only factually incorrect but also logically impossible, as the actual tariff revenue collected by the government this year is significantly lower, approximately $236 billion. The article suggests that Trump’s statement may be confusing tax revenue with private investment deals, but even when accounting for these, the $18 trillion figure is a vast exaggeration compared to the White House’s own reported figures. Ultimately, the article concludes that the basis for Trump’s claim is unclear, potentially fabricated.
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President Zelenskyy criticized certain EU leaders for attempting to reintegrate Vladimir Putin and justify his actions, expressing regret that some European politicians are siding with Moscow. He emphasized that these individuals are perceived as outsiders, contrasting them with the majority of Europeans who blame Russia for the war. Zelenskyy highlighted the daily atrocities committed by Russian forces and asserted that attempts to ignore these realities are unacceptable. In his address, he alluded to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, condemning any efforts to shield Putin from accountability.
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has initiated a national gun buyback scheme, mirroring the approach taken after the Port Arthur massacre and targeting surplus, newly banned, and illegal firearms. The government will collaborate with states and territories to fund the initiative, splitting costs and responsibilities for collection, processing, and destruction of weapons. This action follows the recent deadly attack in Sydney, with the aim to reduce the number of guns on the streets by exploring options like limiting gun ownership and bolstering firearms regulations. The Prime Minister’s announcement coincides with reforms to hate speech laws, and a national day of reflection has been declared to honor the Bondi attack victims.
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Mark Epstein has contradicted the White House’s claims regarding Donald Trump’s relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, stating Trump frequently visited Epstein’s office. This directly challenges the White House’s assertion that Trump never visited the office, as stated by the White House communications director. The New York Times also reported claims from Maria Farmer, who alleges Trump was present at Epstein’s Villard Houses office. Despite these accounts, the White House has dismissed the story as “fake news,” maintaining Trump did nothing wrong and ended his relationship with Epstein.
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In response to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt’s claim of a unanimous board vote, Rep. Joyce Beatty, an ex-officio member of the Kennedy Center board, has accused the White House of misrepresentation. Beatty stated she was muted during a call where she intended to voice opposition to renaming the center after President Donald Trump. Beatty asserted that the renaming was not on the agenda and that she was censored, calling the alleged unanimous vote a false depiction of the situation. Critics of the proposed name change have also noted that the move may violate a federal law preventing additional memorials within the center, which was dedicated as a memorial to the late President John F. Kennedy.
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At a Los Angeles Home Depot, advocates alleged that the store installed high-frequency noise machines to deter day laborers, causing physical discomfort. The Instituto de Educacion Popular del Sur de California (IDEPSCA) demanded the removal of these devices and for Home Depot to address ICE raids in the parking lot, which have repeatedly targeted the location. The advocacy group claims the devices were installed shortly after the most recent ICE raid and that Home Depot has seen extensive ICE activity. Home Depot has not publicly commented on the matter.
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Finland Apologizes to China, Japan and South Korea for Racist Gesture
So, it seems Finland’s government has found itself in a bit of a pickle, and the main subject matter is that they are offering apologies to China, Japan, and South Korea, specifically. This situation stems from a rather unfortunate event involving a former Miss Finland, who, let’s just say, made a very questionable social media post. The gesture in question involved pulling her eyes back to mimic the appearance of slanted eyes, accompanied by a caption suggesting she was “eating with a Chinese person.” This image and caption are undoubtedly considered racist.… Continue reading
Kansas Tribe Cancels $30 Million ICE Deal After Public Outcry
The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation has withdrawn from a nearly $30 million federal contract with ICE to design immigrant detention centers following online backlash. The deal, which drew criticism due to the tribe’s history and involvement in mass deportation efforts, led to the firing of economic development leaders and sparked internal reviews. The tribe had established KPB Services LLC, with Ernest C. Woodward Jr. as a key figure, to secure the contract, which was initially valued at $19 million and later increased to $29.9 million. While the tribe has divested from the project, details surrounding the selection process and the Tribal Council’s involvement remain unclear.
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David Brooks Appears in Epstein Photos After Dismissing Scandal
Photos released by the House committee on oversight and government reform show New York Times columnist David Brooks at an event on Jeffrey Epstein’s estate, though the context, including the date and location, is unclear. The New York Times stated the event occurred in 2011, several years after Epstein’s guilty plea, and that Brooks had no further contact with him. Brooks’ appearance in these photos is notable given his recent column expressing a lack of interest in the Epstein scandal and his dismissal of the story. Critics have questioned why Brooks didn’t disclose his attendance at the event, especially after writing about the subject.
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Trump’s $18 Trillion Tariff Claim: An Impossible Lie
President Trump has been making the claim that tariffs have generated $18 trillion for the United States, a figure he has repeated multiple times in various public settings. This number is not only factually incorrect but also logically impossible, as the actual tariff revenue collected by the government this year is significantly lower, approximately $236 billion. The article suggests that Trump’s statement may be confusing tax revenue with private investment deals, but even when accounting for these, the $18 trillion figure is a vast exaggeration compared to the White House’s own reported figures. Ultimately, the article concludes that the basis for Trump’s claim is unclear, potentially fabricated.
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Zelenskyy Slams Orbán’s Pro-Putin Stance
President Zelenskyy criticized certain EU leaders for attempting to reintegrate Vladimir Putin and justify his actions, expressing regret that some European politicians are siding with Moscow. He emphasized that these individuals are perceived as outsiders, contrasting them with the majority of Europeans who blame Russia for the war. Zelenskyy highlighted the daily atrocities committed by Russian forces and asserted that attempts to ignore these realities are unacceptable. In his address, he alluded to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, condemning any efforts to shield Putin from accountability.
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Australia’s Gun Buyback: A Wasteful Response to Deeper Issues?
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has initiated a national gun buyback scheme, mirroring the approach taken after the Port Arthur massacre and targeting surplus, newly banned, and illegal firearms. The government will collaborate with states and territories to fund the initiative, splitting costs and responsibilities for collection, processing, and destruction of weapons. This action follows the recent deadly attack in Sydney, with the aim to reduce the number of guns on the streets by exploring options like limiting gun ownership and bolstering firearms regulations. The Prime Minister’s announcement coincides with reforms to hate speech laws, and a national day of reflection has been declared to honor the Bondi attack victims.
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Epstein’s Brother Challenges White House on Trump’s Relationship
Mark Epstein has contradicted the White House’s claims regarding Donald Trump’s relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, stating Trump frequently visited Epstein’s office. This directly challenges the White House’s assertion that Trump never visited the office, as stated by the White House communications director. The New York Times also reported claims from Maria Farmer, who alleges Trump was present at Epstein’s Villard Houses office. Despite these accounts, the White House has dismissed the story as “fake news,” maintaining Trump did nothing wrong and ended his relationship with Epstein.
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Kennedy Center Board Member Says She Was Muted During Vote on Trump Name
In response to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt’s claim of a unanimous board vote, Rep. Joyce Beatty, an ex-officio member of the Kennedy Center board, has accused the White House of misrepresentation. Beatty stated she was muted during a call where she intended to voice opposition to renaming the center after President Donald Trump. Beatty asserted that the renaming was not on the agenda and that she was censored, calling the alleged unanimous vote a false depiction of the situation. Critics of the proposed name change have also noted that the move may violate a federal law preventing additional memorials within the center, which was dedicated as a memorial to the late President John F. Kennedy.
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Home Depot in LA Installs Bone-Penetrating Noise Machines to Deter Day Laborers: Backlash and Lawsuit Concerns
At a Los Angeles Home Depot, advocates alleged that the store installed high-frequency noise machines to deter day laborers, causing physical discomfort. The Instituto de Educacion Popular del Sur de California (IDEPSCA) demanded the removal of these devices and for Home Depot to address ICE raids in the parking lot, which have repeatedly targeted the location. The advocacy group claims the devices were installed shortly after the most recent ICE raid and that Home Depot has seen extensive ICE activity. Home Depot has not publicly commented on the matter.
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Trump Media to Merge with Nuclear Fusion Company: Corruption Concerns Emerge
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Finland Apologizes for Racist Gesture, But Only to Key Asian Nations
Finland Apologizes to China, Japan and South Korea for Racist Gesture
So, it seems Finland’s government has found itself in a bit of a pickle, and the main subject matter is that they are offering apologies to China, Japan, and South Korea, specifically. This situation stems from a rather unfortunate event involving a former Miss Finland, who, let’s just say, made a very questionable social media post. The gesture in question involved pulling her eyes back to mimic the appearance of slanted eyes, accompanied by a caption suggesting she was “eating with a Chinese person.” This image and caption are undoubtedly considered racist.… Continue reading