In a recent ruling, a federal judge has temporarily barred prosecutors from accessing materials from Daniel Richman, a key associate of former FBI Director James Comey. Richman, who served as Comey’s attorney and is a Columbia University law professor, sued the government over their access to his computer data, arguing it was obtained unlawfully. Prosecutors sought access to these materials to support their case against Comey, who is accused of lying to Congress. This legal development adds to the challenges faced by the prosecution, particularly given previous setbacks and procedural issues in the case against Comey.
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In Boston, on December 4th, immigrants approved for naturalization were unexpectedly pulled from line at the oath ceremony by USCIS officials. This action was taken due to the immigrants’ countries of origin, stemming from the Trump administration’s designation of 19 high-risk countries. Two days prior, USCIS had instructed employees to halt all immigration applications from these specific nations, impacting both green card and citizenship applicants. These actions have been met with criticism, with many immigrants expressing feelings of devastation and fear.
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Russian troops caught in a kill zone as Ukraine reclaims Ivanivka in a daring counterattack, that’s the headline, and it paints a picture. It’s about a specific event, a tactical victory for Ukraine, where a significant number of Russian soldiers were either killed or captured. We’re talking about a combined arms assault, leveraging something as simple as dense fog to achieve surprise and create a devastating effect. Fifty-three soldiers killed and nineteen captured is a considerable haul in a single engagement, especially when you consider the scale of this ongoing conflict. It speaks to the effectiveness of the Ukrainian forces in exploiting the environment and the weaknesses of the Russian deployment.… Continue reading
Recent reports from the California Department of Public Health caution against wild mushroom foraging due to a surge in poisonings. The California Poison Control System has documented 21 cases of amatoxin poisoning, primarily in northern California, linked to the highly toxic death cap mushroom. Several individuals, including children, experienced severe liver damage, and at least one person may require a transplant as a result. The death cap mushroom poses a significant risk as it can be easily confused with edible varieties due to its similar characteristics.
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Hamas chief rejects key points of Trump peace plan, which, well, honestly, is no surprise at all, is it? It’s like, you’ve seen the movie before, you know the ending. Anyone who’s been following this whole saga for any length of time just shrugs and thinks, “Yep, expected that.” The thing is, this rejection underscores precisely why Hamas can’t, and shouldn’t, have any say in the future of Gaza. Their fundamental aim, the thing that drives them, is the destruction of Israel. And that’s a goal that’s completely incompatible with any sort of lasting peace. They would rather see every Palestinian killed, than have peace.… Continue reading
According to outgoing GOP House member Marjorie Taylor Greene, many Republican colleagues privately mocked Donald Trump before the 2024 primary but quickly shifted their support after he secured the nomination. Greene recounted how these same individuals, who once ridiculed Trump and her support for him, began outwardly embracing his “Make America Great Again” platform. She attributes this shift to fear of public criticism from Trump. Greene also detailed receiving threats, initially from the left, but later from the right after disagreeing with Trump’s handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
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Representative Ilhan Omar compared Stephen Miller’s dehumanizing language targeting immigrants to Nazi rhetoric used against Jewish people. Miller, known for his role in shaping the Trump administration’s immigration policies, made statements echoing the “great replacement theory” on social media. Omar, a Somali American, highlighted the historical context, referencing instances where the U.S. previously rejected immigrants. Her comments come as federal immigration authorities are conducting operations in Minnesota, targeting the state’s Somali community.
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The Kremlin has responded favorably to a new U.S. strategy document that adopts softer language toward Russia, viewing it as a “positive step,” according to spokesperson Dmitry Peskov. The document, which blames the EU for obstructing peace efforts in Ukraine, emphasizes the need for the U.S. to stabilize relations with Russia to stabilize European economies. It also calls for the restoration of “Western identity” and celebrates “patriotic European parties,” while expressing skepticism about the strength and reliability of European economies and militaries. Moscow will continue analyzing the document before formulating firmer conclusions.
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Italy’s Meloni pledges emergency aid to Ukraine in call with Zelenskiy, a move that immediately sets her apart from certain figures on the international right. Let’s be frank, this is a significant distinction, especially given the contrasting approaches we’ve seen from some. It’s a clear statement of support, and in today’s geopolitical landscape, that matters immensely. The fact that she’s prioritizing aid is noteworthy, and honestly, a positive development. It suggests a commitment to a particular set of values, even if one might disagree with other aspects of her political platform.
This is where the contrast with someone like Trump becomes stark.… Continue reading
President Trump launched a scathing attack on CNN anchor Kaitlan Collins, labeling her “stupid” and “nasty” in a Truth Social post. In response, Collins corrected Trump’s recollection of their interaction, pointing out that her question concerned Venezuela, not the cost of a ballroom, as Trump claimed. This correction highlighted a discrepancy in Trump’s memory, especially considering the timing of the interview, which occurred shortly after Trump’s nomination for a FIFA “peace prize” and amid criticism of his actions. This incident is further compounded by Trump’s recent history of similar verbal assaults towards female journalists.
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