European leaders and President Zelensky are urgently working to revise key aspects of a US peace proposal before the November 27 deadline, aiming to make it more palatable to Kyiv. The proposed framework, which includes Ukraine recognizing regions under Russian control, holding elections, and abandoning NATO ambitions, is being met with resistance. While the Trump administration is preparing to brief European allies on the plan, and Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll is leading the effort, the US has also indicated flexibility on the timeline. Both Zelensky and Putin have commented on the plan, with Putin suggesting it could be a basis for settlement, while Zelensky is working with both America and Europe to find a solution.
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Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene announced her forthcoming resignation from Congress, with her final day in office set for January 5, 2026. This decision, conveyed in a detailed statement, follows a public rift with former President Donald Trump. Her departure is expected to impact the Republican majority in the House before the upcoming midterm elections in 2026. Greene’s statement cited a frustration with the direction of Congress and a perceived marginalization of the legislature, along with a dedication to the “common American man and woman.”
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Alito pauses lower court ruling that would have blocked Texas redistricting, and it’s certainly generating a lot of buzz, and, let’s be honest, a lot of frustration. The immediate reaction seems to be a blend of “Well, color me surprised” and outright anger, especially considering the timing of this decision. The core of the issue is that a lower court had already ruled against Texas’s redrawn electoral maps, and now, Justice Alito has stepped in to put that ruling on hold, at least temporarily.
The swiftness of Alito’s action, a pause, has raised eyebrows. Some see this as a blatant attempt to protect Texas’s redistricting efforts, even if those efforts are legally questionable.… Continue reading
In a resignation video and statement, Representative Greene criticized the “political industrial complex,” suggesting that everyday Americans hold the true power to rebuild the nation. Greene also addressed attacks against her, specifically mentioning her disagreement with former President Trump. She emphasized her commitment to standing up for women and rejecting a role as a victim.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website has been altered to contradict the scientific consensus that vaccines do not cause autism, sparking strong criticism from public health and autism experts. The updated “vaccine safety” webpage now states that the claim “Vaccines do not cause autism” is not evidence-based, despite numerous studies to the contrary. This change follows the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) efforts to revisit the safety of vaccines. Concerns have been raised by former CDC officials, and critics suggest the changes are ideologically driven, particularly with the appointment of anti-vaccine activist Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as HHS secretary.
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Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was arrested Saturday by the Federal Police, acting on orders from the Supreme Court. The arrest followed Bolsonaro’s conviction in September on charges of attempting a coup and other offenses, resulting in a 27-year prison sentence. Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes ordered the arrest, citing concerns that Bolsonaro was preparing to flee and had violated his ankle monitor. Bolsonaro’s son called for a protest at the former president’s residence, which the court used as further evidence of an impending escape attempt.
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Former Arizona state legislator Austin Smith pleaded guilty to charges related to forging over 100 signatures on his reelection petitions. Smith admitted to signing a deceased person’s name and attempting to deceive the Secretary of State’s Office by filing petitions with forged signatures. The plea agreement allows Smith to potentially avoid a felony conviction, but he will face probation, a fine, and a five-year ban from public office, pending the sentencing judge’s decision. Despite initially denying the accusations, Smith resigned from his position at Turning Point Action around the time of the allegations, but may have been rehired.
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A Bloomfield firefighter filed a federal lawsuit alleging racial discrimination and a hostile work environment due to a coworker’s actions during training sessions. The complaint, filed on November 16, 2025, details two incidents where the coworker, Walter Coffey, displayed and threw a noose at the plaintiff, accompanied by racial slurs. Despite the incidents, which occurred in November 2023, and subsequent criminal charges against Coffey, the firefighter claims the Bloomfield Fire Department failed to take appropriate disciplinary action. The plaintiff alleges emotional and psychological distress, seeking $25 million in damages, citing violations of federal and state civil rights laws.
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In a recent Truth Social post, former President Donald Trump claimed to have the highest poll numbers of his “political career,” though the data suggests otherwise. Multiple polls from November show Trump’s approval ratings at their lowest point during his second term, with significant negative ratings in various surveys. Trump’s claims were met with mockery by late-night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel, who highlighted the former president’s low approval ratings during his show’s opening monologue. Trump’s economic approval, particularly regarding inflation, also remains low, despite his assertions that prices are decreasing, which are contradicted by rising grocery costs.
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In a surprising turn of events, President Trump held a remarkably cordial meeting with NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, despite previously criticizing him. Trump expressed his intention to support the incoming administration, reversing earlier threats of funding cuts and potential deportations. The two leaders found common ground on issues like affordability and public safety, with Trump even agreeing with Mamdani’s views on utility costs. This unexpected alliance has raised questions about its impact on their respective supporters, particularly given Mamdani’s socialist leanings and Trump’s prior criticisms.
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