According to authorities, a 24-year-old Mississippi man named Daricka M. Moore killed six people, including family members and a church pastor, at three different locations during a Friday night shooting spree. Moore was apprehended at a police roadblock and is being held without bail on murder charges, with the district attorney expecting to pursue the death penalty. Investigations are ongoing to determine the motive behind the attacks, which occurred in a rural area northeast of Jackson. Authorities have stated that Moore used a rifle and a handgun.
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Responding to cell phone footage of a fatal shooting by a federal immigration agent, former FBI official Michael Feinberg criticized the agent’s actions and the use of deadly force. Feinberg stated that the video shows officers overreacting to “sarcastic” civilians. He highlighted that being heckled or videotaped is part of the job and does not justify the use of deadly force, citing the agent’s access to protective equipment. Feinberg also criticized comments made by politicians, and called out the unprofessionalism of the remark “fucking bitch” in the footage.
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On Friday, Donald Trump backed his vice-president’s unsubstantiated claim that Renee Good, killed by an ICE agent, was connected to a “leftwing network” seeking to provoke violence against federal agents. The president pointed to a witness screaming “shame” in a video of the incident, labeling the individual a “paid agitator”. Trump has repeatedly accused those protesting his mass deportation campaign of being paid operatives. He stated that the witness’s reaction was indicative of a professional agitator, and emphasized his support for ICE, border patrol, and law enforcement.
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Argentina has repaid US for currency swap deal, a fact that’s gotten a lot of attention, and for good reason. It involves a financial agreement between the two countries, and it’s something that can sound a bit complex at first glance. Think of it like a safety net – the U.S. offered Argentina a currency swap deal, a line of credit essentially, to help stabilize its economy. This would allow Argentina to exchange pesos for U.S. dollars if they needed them. The total amount available in this swap was substantial – up to $20 billion.
However, the reality of the situation is that Argentina only used a small portion of this available fund.… Continue reading
The invasion, marked by the abduction of a head of state, initiated a chaotic situation. While the objectives seemed to include the acquisition of oil and mass deportation, the actions also involved the appropriation of taxpayer funds. These operations are linked to the administration’s other actions, like the seizure of territory. This administration is a criminal enterprise, requiring the impeachment of those involved.
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The shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis has sparked a heated debate, mirroring existing political divisions. While some prominent conservatives, including Donald Trump Jr. and Benny Johnson, have criticized Good and blamed her for her death, others like Ben Shapiro and JD Vance have acknowledged it as a tragedy but ultimately found her at fault. Tucker Carlson, however, criticized fellow conservatives for prioritizing political point-scoring over human empathy in their response. The contradictory accounts of the incident are exemplified by the differing views from the President and the Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on the events leading to the shooting.
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Greenland’s party leaders have rejected President Trump’s repeated calls for the U.S. to take control of the island, asserting that Greenland’s future must be decided by its people. Trump has expressed interest in acquiring the semi-autonomous region of Denmark, even suggesting that if the U.S. doesn’t take control, Russia or China will. In response, Greenland’s leaders emphasized their desire for the United States’ “contempt for our country” to end, reiterating that Greenland’s future will be determined through dialogue and international laws, free from external pressure.
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Iran is experiencing its most severe internet shutdown to date, impacting both global and domestic online services. Cybersecurity experts note this blackout signifies an escalation in digital repression by Iranian authorities amid ongoing unrest. The purpose of this shutdown is to prevent protesters from coordinating and to conceal evidence of state violence from the world, with experts drawing comparisons to previous communication blackouts. The current situation has raised grave concerns about potential lethal repression by security forces, as the blackout hinders efforts to assess casualties and verify reports of violence.
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“It may be a choice” between NATO and Greenland, Trump says, and the implications of this statement are nothing short of astounding. The idea itself, of even *considering* annexing Greenland, seems to have come from nowhere. It’s not a policy proposal that has been brewing for years, or even a concept that has been widely discussed. It’s a completely unexpected suggestion, and it’s understandably causing a great deal of consternation. It’s baffling that such a statement is being made, especially considering the existing alliances and the potential fallout.
The very concept of the United States acquiring Greenland, or even hinting at it, raises serious questions.… Continue reading
The US administration is reportedly growing increasingly frustrated with Vladimir Putin, now viewing him as a significant impediment to peace in Ukraine. This shift is evidenced by actions such as the seizure of a Russian oil tanker and support for new sanctions, intended to signal urgency to Putin. Previously, Trump had often expressed more favorable views of Putin; however, sources now indicate a closer alignment with the European perspective, citing Putin’s perceived lack of good faith and brutal actions as contributing factors. This change in attitude was likely accelerated by events like the missile and drone strikes on Kyiv.
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Trump’s Baseless Claim: Renee Good Part of “Leftwing Network”
On Friday, Donald Trump backed his vice-president’s unsubstantiated claim that Renee Good, killed by an ICE agent, was connected to a “leftwing network” seeking to provoke violence against federal agents. The president pointed to a witness screaming “shame” in a video of the incident, labeling the individual a “paid agitator”. Trump has repeatedly accused those protesting his mass deportation campaign of being paid operatives. He stated that the witness’s reaction was indicative of a professional agitator, and emphasized his support for ICE, border patrol, and law enforcement.
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