Following the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down an executive order on birthright citizenship, Sean Davis, CEO of The Federalist, has advocated for extreme measures. In a social media post, Davis proposed a seven-point plan that includes banning pregnant foreigners, requiring sterilization of all visitors, and even the dissolution of the Union. These “unhinged” remarks suggest that if the judiciary oversteps its bounds, more drastic actions are warranted to control national citizenship. Davis asserts that a nation unable to restrict citizenship cannot truly be a nation.
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In a significant shift for the Democratic Party, progressive challenger Melat Kiros unseated three-decade incumbent Diana DeGette in Denver, reflecting a broader anti-establishment wave empowering leftists and socialists nationwide. DeGette, despite her progressive stances on domestic issues, faced criticism for complacency and for adhering to the party line on support for Israel, while Kiros’s campaign highlighted her condemnation of the industry’s silence on the conflict in Gaza. This victory, following similar progressive wins in New York, signals a growing challenge to the Democratic establishment, with organizers asserting that organized people power can overcome traditional campaign funding.
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The president’s latest financial disclosure report details significant income from various sources, including hundreds of millions from crypto token sales and royalties. Major revenue streams also consist of substantial earnings from his golf and club properties, such as Mar-a-Lago and Trump National Doral. The report further reveals substantial investments in leading technology companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Nvidia, alongside significant royalty income from ventures capitalizing on his name and political brand. Liabilities, including judgments from legal disputes with E. Jean Carroll, are also noted.
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Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton was recently observed vacationing in Iceland with Tracy Duhon, a woman with whom he has been accused of having an affair. This trip occurred while Paxton campaigns on “Christian values” and follows previous allegations of infidelity, including one during his impeachment proceedings. The revelation of this second alleged affair, with Duhon, a married mother of seven and Christian influencer, has been seen as establishing a pattern of behavior. Paxton, who has built a political career on attacking LGBTQ+ rights, traveled with Duhon shortly before suing the city of Denton over transgender-inclusive changing facilities.
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In a significant primary upset, democratic socialist Melat Kiros has defeated 15-term incumbent Diana DeGette for Colorado’s 1st Congressional District. As a 29-year-old Ph.D. student and lawyer, Kiros is poised to become the first Gen Z woman in Congress, representing a shift towards younger, left-leaning candidates within the Democratic party. Her platform includes policies such as universal healthcare and the abolition of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, reflecting a broader movement of progressive challengers rejecting traditional political norms. This victory follows recent successes for the Democratic Socialists of America in other primary races, indicating a growing influence of this political ideology.
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A federal judge has permanently blocked the Trump administration from revoking permits for protesters displaying “8647” flags and signs near the National Mall. The administration had argued the numerical slogan constituted an incitement to violence, but the court found it was a protected form of political speech calling for the President’s impeachment. The judge also ruled that other signs addressing alleged sexual misconduct were not obscene and were likewise protected under the First Amendment. This ruling upholds the protesters’ right to engage in core political speech in a public forum.
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New York City’s latest budget allocates $53 million to expand the NYC Kids RISE program, establishing $1,000 college savings accounts for every public school kindergartner. This significant investment, the largest of its kind in the United States, aims to promote wealth building, increase higher education access, and boost future earning potential for students. Funds can be utilized for four-year college, community college, or vocational school enrollment, with families, businesses, and organizations also able to contribute. The program’s expansion is hailed as a historic step towards addressing income inequality and ensuring that a child’s future is not predetermined by their zip code.
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In a concurring opinion, Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson sharply criticized Justice Clarence Thomas and the Trump administration’s interpretation of the 14th Amendment’s Citizenship Clause. Jackson deemed their arguments “ahistorical” and a misinterpretation of the amendment’s universalist vision of equality. She contended that their approach incorrectly pitted Black Americans against immigrants, contrary to the amendment’s intent to prevent caste and subjugation. The Supreme Court ultimately upheld birthright citizenship, rejecting the administration’s attempt to limit it based on parental “domicile” and allegiance.
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The article details allegations made by Jane Doe 4, who claims she was abused by Jeffrey Epstein and sexually assaulted by Donald Trump during her adolescence. She reported these incidents to the FBI in 2019, but evidence suggests the bureau did not follow up on her claims. The woman ultimately ceased contact with the FBI, citing concerns for her safety due to perceived surveillance.
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