Elizabeth Zuna Caisaguano, a 10-year-old from Minnesota with an active asylum case, has been released from ICE custody in Dilley, Texas, along with her mother, after a month of detention. The family was apprehended by federal agents on January 6th and their detention sparked outrage, particularly as concerns grew about a measles outbreak at the facility and Elizabeth’s health. Despite conflicting accounts regarding the circumstances of her apprehension and the availability of alternative custody, Elizabeth and her mother are now en route back to Minnesota to reunite with her father.
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Despite Republican calls for testimony, Donald Trump expressed being “bothered” by the House Oversight investigation into Bill Clinton’s past ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Trump stated he “still likes Bill Clinton,” citing his positive past interactions and perceived understanding. While Mr. Clinton has denied knowledge of Epstein’s crimes and claims to have ceased contact decades ago, both Clintons are scheduled to appear in court. The newly released Epstein files reportedly contain over 5300 mentions of President Trump and related terms.
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The article details a significant investment of $500 million by a member of the Emirati royal family into a Trump family cryptocurrency company, which occurred shortly before Donald Trump’s inauguration. Ethics experts assert this deal represents a profound conflict of interest, with some calling for a congressional investigation into the transaction. Notably, months after this investment, the Trump administration authorized the UAE to import advanced AI chips, a decision that had previously been restricted due to concerns about the technology reaching China. This sequence of events has raised questions about whether U.S. policy decisions concerning the UAE were influenced by the substantial investment in the Trump family’s business interests.
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The Supreme Court has ruled that California may use its new election map, which is anticipated to result in five additional Democratic representatives in Congress. This decision came after rejecting emergency appeals from California Republicans and former President Trump’s lawyers, who alleged the map was an illegal racial gerrymander. California’s defense argued that the map did not increase Latino-majority districts and that partisan advantage, not racial motivation, was the driving force, a position supported by the lower court’s findings. The Supreme Court’s refusal to hear the appeal allows California’s redistricting, approved by voters, to stand.
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A federal judge dismissed a U.S. Justice Department lawsuit against California Secretary of State Shirley Weber, calling the demand for voter rolls “unprecedented and illegal” and a threat to American democracy. The judge questioned the Justice Department’s motivations, stating that federal centralization of voter data would have a chilling effect on registration and turnout. Secretary Weber affirmed her commitment to protecting voter privacy and challenging the administration’s disregard for the rule of law. The lawsuit, which sought detailed voter information, was criticized by Weber as a “fishing expedition” and an intrusion unsupported by law.
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A new poll reveals that a majority of likely voters, 52 percent, believe Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem should be impeached. This sentiment stems from backlash to her department’s actions, including the unconstitutional raids of U.S. communities and the killings of Alex Pretti and Renee Nicole Good. The findings indicate significant bipartisan opposition, with 80 percent of Democrats and even 21 percent of Republicans supporting impeachment. Growing pressure for Noem’s removal is evident, with numerous Democrats backing impeachment articles accusing her of obstructing Congress and violating public trust.
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President Donald Trump has asserted that a lawsuit against the U.S. government, seeking $10 billion, has been “essentially” won, with any awarded funds intended for approved charities. This suit stems from the alleged violation of IRS confidentiality rules concerning the leak of his tax returns, which reportedly showed minimal federal income tax payments in certain years. Trump also mentioned a separate $230 million lawsuit against taxpayers related to the FBI’s search of his Mar-a-Lago home. His claim of winning and his promise to donate the proceeds to charity have drawn criticism, citing his history with the Trump Foundation and allegations of self-dealing.
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President Trump has stated he will only accept the results of the 2026 midterm elections if they are deemed “honest.” He claimed to have not used the word “nationalize” when discussing elections, instead asserting that “corrupt” areas like Detroit, Philadelphia, and Atlanta warrant federal government involvement. Despite his claims of not using the term “nationalize,” he previously called for Republicans to “nationalize the voting.” The White House has suggested his remarks were endorsements of the SAVE Act, which mandates voter ID.
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The CIA has announced it will cease publication of the World Factbook, a widely used online resource providing updated country statistics and information. Launched initially during World War II as a classified program, the Factbook evolved into a publicly accessible annual summary in 1971, with its digital version becoming a freely available resource in the 1990s. While the CIA offered no specific reason for discontinuing the Factbook, the decision coincides with the Trump administration’s broader initiative to cut government programs deemed non-essential to agency functions, alongside plans for significant job reductions at the CIA.
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Drawing on his experience as a Capitol Police officer injured on January 6, 2021, Harry Dunn has launched a campaign for an open U.S. House seat in Maryland, vowing to dismantle Donald Trump’s immigration policies. Dunn directly links the aggression he witnessed from immigration agents to that of the January 6th mob, citing federal immigration actions as “terrorizing people more than serving.” His campaign emphasizes a need for a “first responder” in Congress, arguing that current leadership is enabling harmful practices, particularly within the immigration system, which he contends is targeting non-criminals rather than those who pose a threat. Dunn is prepared to return to Washington with legislative power to challenge what he describes as ongoing falsehoods and misrepresentations of critical events.
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John Q. Hosedrinker
Capitol Defender Runs for Congress, Compares ICE to Rioters
Drawing on his experience as a Capitol Police officer injured on January 6, 2021, Harry Dunn has launched a campaign for an open U.S. House seat in Maryland, vowing to dismantle Donald Trump’s immigration policies. Dunn directly links the aggression he witnessed from immigration agents to that of the January 6th mob, citing federal immigration actions as “terrorizing people more than serving.” His campaign emphasizes a need for a “first responder” in Congress, arguing that current leadership is enabling harmful practices, particularly within the immigration system, which he contends is targeting non-criminals rather than those who pose a threat. Dunn is prepared to return to Washington with legislative power to challenge what he describes as ongoing falsehoods and misrepresentations of critical events.
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