Iran has accused the Trump administration of disseminating “big lies” regarding its nuclear program and the January uprising, asserting that U.S. claims about missile capabilities and protest casualties are fabrications. These accusations followed President Trump’s State of the Union address, where he alleged Iran was pursuing “sinister ambitions” for nuclear weapons and threatened military action. Despite increased U.S. military presence in the Middle East and prior strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, Iran maintains it is not seeking nuclear weapons. The exchange of accusations comes just before a scheduled round of nuclear talks between U.S. and Iranian negotiators.
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At least ten FBI employees involved in Special Counsel Jack Smith’s investigation into President Trump’s retention of classified records were terminated on Wednesday. These dismissals followed a report that phone records of individuals including former White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles were subpoenaed as part of the probe. The FBI Agents Association condemned the firings, asserting they violate due process rights and weaken the Bureau’s operational capacity. This action is part of a broader trend of Trump administration officials targeting federal employees who worked on Smith’s investigations, which previously led to federal criminal indictments against a former president.
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The article highlights concerns that a loss in the midterm elections, particularly control of the House of Representatives, would significantly undermine the Trump presidency. Such a shift would empower Democrats to impede the administration’s agenda, launch investigations, and potentially block legislation and funding. Republicans, including Mike Johnson, are urged to support candidates to prevent this outcome, acknowledging that a Democratic majority could curtail actions by agencies like ICE and challenge Trump’s policies. This underscores a strategic imperative for Republicans to maintain their congressional majority to safeguard the current administration.
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Ranking Member Robert Garcia has demanded answers from Attorney General Pam Bondi regarding the Department of Justice’s alleged suppression of documents detailing sexual abuse allegations against President Trump. These unredacted DOJ documents, viewed by Garcia, contain specific accusations and FBI interview notes from a woman who alleged Trump sexually assaulted her as a minor, which are not present in the public database. This action follows a prior motion and a subpoena issued in August 2025, legally requiring the release of complete, unredacted files relevant to ongoing investigations. Garcia asserts that the White House is engaging in a cover-up and calls for Bondi to reveal why these documents are being withheld and if the President is under investigation.
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A blind Rohingya refugee, Nurul Amin Shah Alam, died on a Buffalo street in sub-zero temperatures after being released by US Border Patrol. Despite his vulnerability and limited English, agents left him at a coffee shop approximately 8km from his family’s last known address, failing to contact them or his lawyer. The circumstances surrounding his death, occurring days after his release and following a prior arrest by Buffalo Police where he was tasered, have been met with strong condemnation from city officials, who are calling for accountability from Customs and Border Protection.
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Despite the legal system’s current inability to provide immediate accountability, whistleblowers are recognized as having a significant role in exposing misconduct, similar to their impact in other high-profile cases. While the release of these files is not anticipated before the midterms, there is an expectation they will eventually come to light. This situation is contrasted with international accountability, highlighting a perceived lack of consequence for potential criminal wrongdoing domestically, which underscores the importance of public pressure and electoral outcomes in addressing such matters.
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Stephen Colbert criticized House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries for his call for Democrats to stage a “silent defiance” during President Trump’s State of the Union address, dubbing it “a bold rebrand of doing jack squat.” Despite this directive, many Democratic lawmakers still protested through walkouts and visible displays, such as Representative Al Green holding a sign addressing racist rhetoric. Others skipped the address entirely, opting for a counter-event on the National Mall. The article also notes the upcoming end of Colbert’s show, The Late Show, in May 2026, with speculation suggesting financial motivations and possible appeasement of Trump.
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Republican Rep. Nancy Mace plans to force a House vote next week on her resolution to release sexual misconduct and harassment reports involving members of Congress and their staffers, a move prompted by revelations about Rep. Tony Gonzales. This resolution aims to increase transparency and accountability within the House, as Mace expresses doubt about sufficient bipartisan support for such measures, citing a pattern of protecting colleagues. The push for transparency comes as an investigation into Gonzales’s conduct is expected to conclude soon, though the House Ethics Committee’s involvement remains unclear, highlighting ongoing frustrations among some Republican women regarding the handling of misconduct allegations.
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According to a recent poll, U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett holds a significant lead in the Texas Senate Democratic primary. The survey indicates Crockett secured 56% of voter support, outpacing state Rep. James Talarico, who garnered 44%. Crockett demonstrates strong advantages among Black voters, seniors, and those without college degrees, while Talarico shows a slight lead with white voters. In other key races, Attorney General Ken Paxton and Sen. John Cornyn are neck-and-neck in the Republican Senate primary, with neither projected to win outright, and U.S. Rep. Chip Roy and state Sen. Mayes Middleton are positioned for a runoff in the race for attorney general.
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A recent CNN snap poll indicates President Trump’s latest State of the Union address garnered the weakest positive reaction of any modern address, even among viewers who typically support the president. While a majority of speech-watchers offered at least a somewhat positive view, enthusiasm was notably thin, with a significant percentage rating the speech negatively, an unusually narrow gap for such an event. This trend of declining “very positive” scores from previous addresses suggests a struggle to energize his base, which could impact upcoming elections. However, the White House maintains that the President is delivering on a popular agenda, citing an overwhelming election mandate and historic progress.
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