President Trump’s current term is marked by unprecedented corruption and self-enrichment, exceeding the concerns of his first term. Unlike his first term where Republican guardrails existed, he now operates with an unqualified, loyalist cabinet and lacking party opposition. The Supreme Court’s rulings further embolden his actions, allowing him to pursue personal gain at the expense of the nation. This behavior, ranging from foreign financial dealings to domestic policy decisions, demands immediate and sustained public outrage to pressure elected officials into accountability.
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In his first general audience, Pope Leo XIV issued a plea for an immediate end to the Gaza conflict and for unimpeded humanitarian aid delivery. He described the situation in Gaza as “increasingly worrying and painful,” noting the dire consequences for civilians, including the threat of famine. Despite Israel’s claim of increased aid shipments, UN and Church officials reported minimal aid reaching those in need. The Pope’s appeal follows the recent death of Pope Francis and echoes his predecessor’s commitment to peace.
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During a House committee hearing, Rep. Kiley questioned whether undocumented migrants are entitled to the same due process as citizens, a claim Rep. Crockett refuted citing the Constitution’s guarantee of due process to all on US soil. Kiley countered citing Supreme Court rulings on context-dependent due process, but Crockett maintained that the Supreme Court consistently upholds due process rights for everyone regardless of immigration status. The debate, punctuated by laughter from the House floor, ultimately concluded without resolution. Rep. Jayapal’s attempt to submit the US Constitution for the record highlighted the central disagreement.
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Following a May 19th phone call between Presidents Trump and Putin, Russia, through Foreign Minister Lavrov, rejected calls for a Ukrainian ceasefire. Instead, Russia insisted on negotiating a future peace treaty addressing what it terms the “root causes” of the conflict. These negotiations, including a May 16th meeting, saw Russia reiterate maximalist demands, including Ukrainian concessions on Crimea and eastern territories, and featured a low-level Russian delegation, signaling a lack of commitment to meaningful progress. Lavrov accused Western leaders of pressuring Trump for stricter sanctions, further hindering peace efforts.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has directed the Air Force to begin modifying a $400 million Boeing 747-8, gifted to President Trump by Qatar, for use as Air Force One. This decision follows concerns regarding the ethical implications and substantial costs — estimated at up to $1 billion — associated with converting the aircraft. Critics, including Senator Tammy Duckworth, argue the project is wasteful and unconstitutional, especially given the existence of two fully operational Air Force One planes. The White House maintains the plane was a donation to the Air Force, not President Trump personally.
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Alexus Lee and John “JR” Collins, an engaged couple with a young son, tragically died in separate car accidents on the same road within hours of each other. Both accidents involved single-vehicle crashes and neither occupant was wearing a seatbelt. The couple, who were planning a February 2026 wedding, are survived by their four-year-old son Gabriel, and will be celebrated in a joint memorial service. Despite the immense loss, both families are committed to supporting Gabriel and raising him together.
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Following a contentious meeting orchestrated by President Trump, Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency faced significant pushback from multiple agency secretaries who felt he overstepped his authority. While Musk did achieve some restructuring, including workforce reductions and agency closures, his approach ultimately failed to improve overall government efficiency. This failure stemmed partly from a lack of support from the very agencies he was attempting to reform, and some of his implemented policies were quietly abandoned. His “move fast and break things” strategy, while accepted with some missteps, proved ineffective without agency buy-in.
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James Robertson, a South Carolina death row inmate convicted of murdering his parents, seeks to represent himself, potentially accelerating his execution. This decision follows the recent executions of five fellow inmates, including his best friend, significantly impacting the death row population. A federal judge has granted a delay to ensure Robertson understands the ramifications of self-representation, ordering an evaluation to confirm his competency. Robertson’s history includes previous attempts to drop his appeals, indicating a potential pattern of behavior, although he has expressed understanding of his friend’s similar decision to volunteer for execution.
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Polish military forces responded to a sanctioned Russian “shadow fleet” ship exhibiting suspicious behavior near a crucial Poland-Sweden power cable. The ship, identified as the Antigua-flagged tanker *Sun*, was forced away by Polish naval and air patrols, ultimately returning to a Russian port. This incident, highlighting increased security concerns in the Baltic Sea following similar attacks on infrastructure, prompted assurances of a firm response from Poland and NATO to any further threats. The power cable remains operational, transmitting over 600 megawatts to Sweden at the time of the incident.
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