The 2024 election outcome, once considered a major realignment, now appears less significant. Trump’s victory was narrow, and the new voters he attracted have quickly abandoned him, evidenced by negative polling among independents, Latinos, and young voters. Biden’s presidency was plagued by high inflation and age-related concerns, ultimately leading to a campaign that failed. Currently, a majority of the electorate views Trump’s second term as a failure across various policy areas, including the economy and immigration.
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The US has demonstrated a dramatic expansion of power across multiple continents, leveraging military force and political influence in Latin America, Europe, and Asia. This aggressive posturing is viewed as a consequence of Trump’s “Make America Great Again” agenda, with leaders from around the world responding with varying degrees of passivity or complicity. While some argue the US is in decline, the author suggests Putin’s miscalculations in Ukraine have inadvertently benefitted Trump, who is now seemingly in a position to shape global politics. Ultimately, the piece argues that Trump poses a greater threat to Europe than Putin, not because of military strength but because of the president’s erratic foreign policy.
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In the first fifteen days of 2026, five deaths in ICE custody have occurred, putting the agency on track to potentially reach a record-breaking 120 deaths by the year’s end. This alarming rate follows a grim 2025 where at least 30 deaths were recorded. Advocacy groups are calling for a thorough investigation into the deaths, especially considering the rapid expansion of the detention system under the current administration. Critics suggest a focus on mass detention is occurring to pressure migrants rather than targeting serious public-safety threats.
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The Justice Department has stated that a judge does not have the authority to appoint a neutral expert to oversee the public release of documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case. This response was given in a letter to Judge Paul A. Engelmayer, rejecting a request from Representatives Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie, who co-sponsored the Epstein Files Transparency Act, citing concerns about the slow release of documents and potential criminal violations in the process. The Justice Department maintains that the representatives lack standing in the case to seek such relief, specifically because they are not parties to the criminal case. The Department expects to update the court soon about the progress of the release, attributing the slow down to the redactions of sensitive information.
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The U.S. Department of Education is investigating multiple school districts, including one in Maine, regarding complaints about transgender students. The investigations, stemming from alleged violations of the administration’s interpretation of Title IX, focus on policies allowing transgender girls to participate in girls’ athletics. In Maine, the investigation of Regional School Unit 19 concerns a complaint that the district allowed a male student to join a co-ed cheerleading squad and use female facilities. This investigation follows the president’s rescinding of a prior interpretation of Title IX and the state’s opposing stance, including a lawsuit against the Department of Education.
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The Justice Department has launched an investigation into Minnesota officials, including Governor Tim Walz and Mayor Jacob Frey, regarding an alleged conspiracy to obstruct federal immigration agents. The probe, stemming from statements made by the officials concerning the deployment of thousands of ICE and Border Patrol agents to the Minneapolis region, could result in subpoenas. The investigation is reportedly focusing on a federal statute that criminalizes conspiring to prevent federal officers from carrying out their duties through force or intimidation. Both Walz and Frey have denounced the federal presence, accusing agents of undermining public safety with aggressive tactics.
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A 21-year-old protester was permanently blinded in one eye after a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officer shot him in the face with a nonlethal round during a protest in Santa Ana, California. The incident, captured on video, shows the officer firing at the protester while he was attempting to intervene during an arrest. The protester suffered a fractured skull and had shrapnel embedded near his carotid artery. This incident, along with other cases of alleged excessive force by DHS officers, raises questions about the training and adherence to use-of-force policies, especially given that federal guidelines state officers should not aim impact weapons at the head.
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U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell criticized senior Trump administration officials, stating they committed “breathtaking” constitutional violations. The judge also described the former president as an “authoritarian” figure. Howell expressed concern that Trump expected unwavering loyalty from everyone within the executive branch. This commentary was made in court on Thursday.
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The HuffPost is committed to reporting on the escalating immigration crackdown under the Trump administration, emphasizing the importance of truth in these critical times. Reporters are actively investigating and holding authorities accountable for their actions and the emerging patterns. This journalism is crucial for documenting the events and understanding their significance. Readers are encouraged to support this work that aims to inform the public about the complex and often dangerous realities of the situation.
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A Washington D.C. jury acquitted Jacob Winkler of a felony charge for allegedly shining a laser at Marine One, a setback for U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro. Winkler’s arrest stemmed from a Secret Service agent’s observation of a red beam directed at the helicopter carrying President Trump, despite the maximum five-year prison sentence. After the verdict, Winkler’s public defenders stated the case wasted resources and highlighted the practice of “policing poverty”. This acquittal reflects a pattern of cases brought by Pirro’s office, which have often been unsuccessful and criticized for inflating crime statistics in the city.
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John Q. Hosedrinker
DOJ Investigates Walz, Frey Over Alleged Obstruction of ICE
The Justice Department has launched an investigation into Minnesota officials, including Governor Tim Walz and Mayor Jacob Frey, regarding an alleged conspiracy to obstruct federal immigration agents. The probe, stemming from statements made by the officials concerning the deployment of thousands of ICE and Border Patrol agents to the Minneapolis region, could result in subpoenas. The investigation is reportedly focusing on a federal statute that criminalizes conspiring to prevent federal officers from carrying out their duties through force or intimidation. Both Walz and Frey have denounced the federal presence, accusing agents of undermining public safety with aggressive tactics.
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