Despite promising to lower grocery prices upon re-election, Donald Trump has failed to deliver on this key campaign promise. Grocery prices have continued to rise since his return to office, reaching near two-year highs, contradicting his claims of price reductions. This failure has led to frustration among his supporters and a significant drop in his approval ratings on economic issues. His response has been to falsely claim grocery prices have decreased, attributing inflation to his predecessor’s policies while ignoring the impact of his own trade war. This trade war is projected to further increase import costs, exacerbating the already rising grocery prices.
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Former New Mexico Magistrate Judge Jose Luis “Joel” Cano and his wife, Nancy, were arrested on charges related to evidence tampering. Joel Cano allegedly destroyed a tenant’s phone, fearing incriminating photos and videos connected to the tenant’s suspected affiliation with the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua. The tenant, Cristhian Ortega-Lopez, faces firearms charges. Nancy Cano is accused of attempting to delete Ortega-Lopez’s social media accounts. This case mirrors a similar incident involving a Milwaukee judge accused of aiding an illegal immigrant’s escape from authorities.
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Cole Groth, a newborn with a pre-existing heart condition, nearly bled to death following a circumcision at NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital. His parents, Tim and Gabrielle Groth, allege the hospital failed to inform them of the elevated risks associated with the procedure for infants with congenital heart disease (CHD). Cole suffered significant organ damage and remains in critical condition, undergoing daily transfusions and multiple surgeries. The hospital cited patient privacy in refusing to comment on the incident.
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President Trump’s disregard for judicial authority, exemplified by his defiance of a Supreme Court order concerning the deportation of a migrant, poses a grave threat to American democracy. His administration has repeatedly invoked fabricated “emergencies” to justify actions exceeding his constitutional powers, impacting immigration, environmental regulations, and economic policy. This pattern of behavior, unchecked by consequences, signals a potential erosion of democratic norms and institutions. The Supreme Court’s response, and Trump’s reaction to it, will be pivotal in determining the future of the rule of law in the United States. A failure to hold the executive branch accountable sets a dangerous precedent, potentially enabling further authoritarian actions.
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A video of Pete Buttigieg clarifying Social Security Administration (SSA) database issues has garnered 2 million views on X. Buttigieg addressed misconceptions about deceased individuals receiving benefits, explaining that database entries don’t equate to payments and that outdated records are being updated. This follows controversy surrounding Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) “cleanup” of SSA records, sparked by claims of millions of deceased individuals receiving benefits. Buttigieg’s explanation counters previous assertions made by President Trump and Musk, highlighting the difference between database entries and actual benefit payments. The SSA has acknowledged and is addressing database inaccuracies.
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A Russian Baltic Fleet helicopter briefly violated Polish airspace on April 25th, confirmed by Polish military and civilian radar systems. The Polish Armed Forces believe this incident, along with previous airspace intrusions by Russian aircraft, constitutes a test of Polish air defenses. These actions follow a pattern of Russian airspace violations since the start of the Ukraine war, prompting repeated Polish jet scrambles. Poland has consistently accused Russia of intentionally probing its air defense capabilities.
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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senator Cory Booker initiated a livestreamed sit-in protest on the U.S. Capitol steps, ahead of Congress’s return to session. Their demonstration, titled “An Urgent Conversation with the American People,” focuses on opposing a proposed Republican budget that would cut vital social programs. The protest features guest speakers and aims to highlight the importance of citizen engagement in the face of this critical legislation. The event is being shared widely on social media.
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The Fukushima nuclear disaster, caused by a tsunami disabling backup generators, serves as a cautionary example of the potential consequences of attacks on nuclear power plants. Similar risks are now present in Ukraine, where ongoing Russian bombardment of nuclear facilities, including Zaporizhzhia, threatens a catastrophic release of radiation. Modeling exercises indicate that a significant release could affect much of Europe, depending on weather patterns. This echoes past disasters at Chernobyl and Windscale, highlighting the severe consequences of such events.
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Malta’s controversial “golden passport” program, allowing citizenship for investment, has granted passports to at least seven individuals subsequently sanctioned by the US, EU, or Ukraine for their ties to Russia’s war. This includes sanctioned Russian businessman Albert Avdolyan, who obtained citizenship in 2015. While at least one passport has been revoked following a criminal conviction, the program’s continued operation has prompted the European Commission to file a lawsuit against Malta, arguing it undermines the integrity of EU citizenship. The court ruling is pending.
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Despite claiming $160 billion in savings, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has incurred significant costs. A nonpartisan analysis estimates $135 billion in taxpayer expenses this fiscal year due to employee leave, rehires, and productivity losses stemming from DOGE’s actions. These costs, which exclude legal fees and lost tax revenue, are projected to increase. While DOGE anticipates long-term savings, critics argue the short-term costs outweigh any potential benefits, particularly considering the substantial economic ripple effects of reduced funding in key sectors.
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