Senator Lummis has publicly stated a shift in her perspective regarding the Jeffrey Epstein case, acknowledging the gravity of the situation, particularly concerning the young victims. She now recognizes the importance of the investigations and affirms that those members of Congress who pursued the matter were correct in their efforts. This change in stance follows years where Lummis, like many other Republicans, prioritized loyalty to then-President Trump and remained largely silent on the well-documented sex crimes committed by Epstein against minors. Her belated acknowledgment is framed by some as opportunism, especially in light of her upcoming retirement from Congress.
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The Trump administration reportedly attempted to indict six Democratic lawmakers over a video encouraging military and intelligence personnel to refuse unlawful orders. The lawmakers, all with military or intelligence backgrounds, asserted that public servants have the right to defy illegal commands. This effort, led by a Trump appointee, is viewed as a continuation of the Justice Department targeting perceived political opponents, raising significant First Amendment and constitutional immunity concerns. Despite these challenges, and while some lawmakers faced separate disciplinary action, the attempt to secure indictments ultimately failed.
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Prime Minister Mark Carney has informed U.S. President Donald Trump that Canada fully funded the Gordie Howe International Bridge, a project built with labor and steel from both nations. Carney explained that the bridge is jointly owned by Canada and Michigan, refuting Trump’s claims of minimal U.S. content. Despite Trump’s threats to block its opening, Ontario Premier Doug Ford expressed confidence in the bridge’s imminent launch, citing its economic benefits for both countries.
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A federal grand jury declined to indict six Democratic lawmakers who posted a video encouraging service members and intelligence officials to disobey illegal orders from the Trump administration. The Justice Department’s investigation into the 90-second video, which warned of “threats to our Constitution” from within the U.S., was seen as an effort to silence dissent. The grand jury’s decision serves as a rebuke to the administration’s attempts to portray the lawmakers, all with military or intelligence backgrounds, as undermining presidential authority. This outcome is an extraordinary rebuke of the Justice Department’s willingness to prosecute individuals speaking out against the administration.
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Senator Lisa Murkowski has become the first Republican to publicly oppose the SAVE Act, a proposed federal election bill strongly backed by President Donald Trump. Murkowski highlighted the hypocrisy of Republicans now supporting federal election mandates after vehemently opposing similar Democratic efforts in 2021, arguing that states should retain authority over election administration. She further cautioned that imposing new federal requirements so close to Election Day would disrupt state preparations and negatively impact election integrity, asserting that federal overreach is not the solution for building public trust.
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The article details the review of Jeffrey Epstein’s Department of Justice files by three lawmakers, who reported revelations of a nine-year-old victim and the alleged involvement of a senior foreign government official in the sex trafficking network. The congressmen expressed concern over redacted names of individuals who are not victims, questioning the DOJ’s transparency and commitment to full disclosure. One lawmaker indicated an intent to potentially reveal redacted identities if the DOJ fails to rectify these omissions, while Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche urged honesty and criticized perceived grandstanding.
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According to a declassified FBI interview, Donald Trump told a police chief in October 2019 that “everyone has known he’s been doing this,” referring to Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged crimes. This statement directly contradicts Trump’s public claims during his presidency that he had “no idea” about Epstein’s actions. The interview further details Trump’s characterization of Ghislaine Maxwell as Epstein’s “evil operative” and recounts Trump’s account of leaving a social gathering when teenagers were present and having previously banned Epstein from his Mar-a-Lago club.
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A 23-year-old British woman was fatally shot by her father at his Texas residence following a disagreement about Donald Trump. The incident occurred on January 10, 2025, the day before she was scheduled to return to the UK. While police confirmed she died from a gunshot wound to the heart, a grand jury declined to prosecute, and the father claims the shooting was accidental, despite the victim’s prior concerns about a firearm being present in the home.
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Despite a recent stabilization in his overall approval rating, Donald Trump’s disapproval rating has reached a new peak, with over 46 percent of Americans strongly disapproving of his leadership according to the Silver Bulletin. While a few individual polls showed a slight improvement, this upward trend is offset by the growing intensity of opposition. This polarization underscores the significant political challenges facing the White House as the nation progresses further into the year.
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Republican Rep. Thomas Massie has raised concerns regarding FBI Director Kash Patel’s previous testimony after newly released Justice Department documents indicated the FBI possessed evidence of other sex traffickers. Massie highlighted a 2019 FBI document that listed Leslie Wexner, CEO of L Brands, as a co-conspirator in child sex trafficking, a detail apparently omitted from public records and Patel’s testimony. This revelation challenges Patel’s assertion that the FBI had no credible information about Epstein trafficking to other individuals. Massie further criticized the Justice Department for redacting names of alleged conspirators while claiming justification based on protecting victim identities.
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