The Trump administration is ending its large-scale immigration crackdown in Minnesota, a two-month operation that resulted in thousands of arrests and significant protests. This operation, described as the Department of Homeland Security’s largest immigration enforcement effort, became a focal point in the debate over President Trump’s deportation policies, particularly after fatal shootings involving federal officers. While touted as a success by border czar Tom Homan, state and local officials contend the operation inflicted long-term damage on the state’s economy and immigrant communities. The withdrawal comes as a new poll indicates a majority of U.S. adults believe Trump’s immigration policies have gone too far, and amid ongoing disputes over Homeland Security funding where Democrats are demanding reforms before agreeing to allocate resources.
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Following a contentious House Judiciary Committee hearing, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi faces renewed calls for impeachment. Democrats have amplified pressure regarding the government’s handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. During the hearing, Bondi apologized to survivors while attempting to deflect questions about the file releases toward a defense of the administration’s broader agenda, even trading barbs with a Republican congressman. The events have increased predictions of Bondi’s departure from her cabinet position.
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Gallup, a prominent public opinion polling agency, has announced it will discontinue tracking presidential approval ratings after nearly nine decades. This decision, according to the organization, stems from a shift in its research focus and priorities, moving away from individual political figures towards broader societal issues. The Presidential Approval Rating, a historically significant barometer of presidential performance, will cease to be measured. This change occurs amidst ongoing scrutiny of polling accuracy by figures like Donald Trump, who has frequently criticized unfavorable ratings and the media outlets reporting them.
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During a House Judiciary Committee hearing, Attorney General Pam Bondi faced criticism from Rep. Thomas Massie and other lawmakers for her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case documents. Bondi repeatedly consulted a binder filled with prepared insults and talking points, which drew accusations of incompetence and a lack of genuine engagement with the questions posed. The binder even contained sensitive information, such as Rep. Pramila Jayapal’s search history related to the unredacted Epstein documents, leading to concerns about surveillance of lawmakers. This approach, characterized by stonewalling and personal attacks, was widely criticized and mocked by members of both parties.
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Recent appearances by Kim Ju Ae at significant state events, such as the Korean People’s Army founding anniversary and a visit to the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun, coupled with indications of her involvement in policy discussions, lead the NIS to assess that she has entered the phase of being designated successor.
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The article details a heated exchange where Representative Massie pressed for answers regarding a decades-long cover-up spanning multiple administrations. Bondi, representing the DOJ, failed to address Massie’s questions directly, instead resorting to personal attacks and deflections. This deflection included a misleading claim about Wexner’s co-conspirator status, which was allegedly redacted by the DOJ despite prior sworn testimony indicating no such evidence existed. Bondi’s conduct throughout the exchange was characterized as confrontational and unhelpful, failing to provide clarity on key issues.
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China’s military news agency has condemned popular anime series like Pokemon and Detective Conan, along with other cultural and sporting events, for allegedly promoting Japanese militarism. Recent controversies, including a Pokemon card game event at Tokyo’s Yasukuni Shrine and criticism of athlete and idol performances, have fueled these accusations. China asserts that these cultural mediums are being used to spread a distorted version of history among young people, potentially paving the way for a resurgence of Japanese militarist ideals.
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Lindsey Vonn underwent a successful third surgery on her fractured left leg following a severe crash during the Olympics downhill event. The American skier posted an update from her hospital bed, expressing optimism about her recovery despite the ongoing process. This surgery comes after Vonn suffered a complex tibia fracture and had previously ruptured her ACL just days before the Olympic competition. Despite these setbacks, Vonn expressed gratitude for the support she has received and offered congratulations to her teammates.
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NATO’s latest intelligence assessments indicate a sharp increase in Russian military losses in Ukraine during 2025, with an estimated 400,000 personnel killed or wounded in that year alone. This brings the total Russian casualties since the conflict’s inception to approximately 1.3 million. The Alliance reported that 350,000 Russian soldiers have been killed in action, a figure that aligns with previous casualty-to-fatality ratios. These escalated losses in 2025 significantly surpass those of preceding years.
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Virginia Democrats are advancing a new House map, and it’s sparking quite a bit of conversation. This redistricting effort aims to create a 10-1 advantage for Democrats in the state’s congressional delegation.
The move comes as many express frustration with the practice of partisan gerrymandering, where political parties manipulate district boundaries to favor their own candidates. While the ideal scenario for many is the implementation of non-partisan, independent redistricting committees, the current reality is that such systems are not universally adopted.
This lack of a level playing field is a key sentiment driving support for the Democrats’ actions. The argument is that if one party has been playing by a certain set of rules – essentially, using gerrymandering to their advantage for decades – then the other party should be allowed to do the same to regain power and influence.… Continue reading
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