During a Wednesday morning speech, President Trump announced the deployment of an additional US military “armada” towards Iran, following the recent obliteration of Iran’s nuclear capabilities in “Operation Midnight Hammer.” This announcement coincided with US Central Command (CENTCOM) preparing for multi-day readiness exercises designed to enhance asset dispersal, strengthen partnerships, and prepare for flexible responses. The exercises aim to deter aggression and assure partners, following a meeting between CENTCOM head Adm. Brad Cooper and IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir. The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier strike group has also arrived in CENTCOM waters, further bolstering the US presence.
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The article details the hypocrisy of Donald Trump and the Republican Party regarding the Second Amendment. Following the ICE killing of Alex Pretti, a man legally carrying a gun, the Trump administration and its allies quickly condemned his actions. This response contradicted Trump’s past support for gun rights, including his defense of individuals who have used firearms in other instances and his opposition to gun regulation. The president’s statements, coupled with the administration’s actions, demonstrate a willingness to selectively apply Second Amendment principles based on political convenience, especially when it comes to defending law enforcement actions.
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The death of Minneapolis protester Alex Pretti at the hands of Border Patrol agents raises serious questions about the agents’ actions and de-escalation tactics. Videos show that Pretti, who had a carry permit, never drew his gun before being tackled, contradicting official statements that he was brandishing it. Instead of de-escalating the situation, agents used pepper spray and excessive force on Pretti, who was attempting to help a woman. Following the use of force, Pretti was shot multiple times even after being restrained, prompting an internal investigation that may not fully address the critical questions of how a non-threatening situation escalated to a fatal shooting.
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In a recent incident, an individual was confronted by federal agents who blocked her street and issued a warning. According to the individual, one agent stated that the encounter was a warning, indicating awareness of her residence. Subsequently, after contacting 911, the dispatcher advised compliance with the agents’ orders. This follows a separate incident where a masked ICE agent threatened to label a person filming their activities as a domestic terrorist by entering her information into a database.
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In response to the recent shooting of Alex Pretti by federal forces, the President stated Pretti should not have brought a legally carried handgun to the scene. This statement marks a shift in tone from the administration, following prior descriptions of Pretti as a threat. The President also indicated that he did not believe Pretti was acting as an assassin. This position contrasts with the views of gun rights advocates, who maintain the legality of carrying firearms during protests.
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The U.S. government is facing a lawsuit from the families of two Trinidadian men, Chad Joseph and Rishi Samaroo, who were killed in a U.S. military strike on an alleged drug-smuggling boat in October. The suit, filed on behalf of the families by the ACLU and others, alleges wrongful death and extrajudicial killings, contesting the Trump administration’s justification for the strike, which claimed the men were “narcoterrorists”. The families maintain Joseph and Samaroo were simply returning home from work in Venezuela and had no ties to illegal activities. The lawsuit cites violations of the Death on the High Seas Act and the Alien Tort Statute, challenging the legality of the strike and seeking accountability for the deaths.
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A recent poll indicated President Donald Trump’s job disapproval rating reached a new high, with 58% disapproving of his performance. The Strength in Numbers/Verasight poll, conducted in January 2026, also revealed declines in Trump’s approval on immigration, deportation policy, and border security. Despite the low ratings, the White House maintains that Trump’s 2024 victory was a mandate for his policies. With midterms approaching, it remains to be seen how the polling trends will affect election results.
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Following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal immigration officers, a press conference was held by Border Patrol commander Greg Bovino, revealing that the agents involved remained on active duty. This directly contradicted the U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) formal policy, which mandates administrative leave for officers involved in deadly force incidents. Rep. Bennie Thompson of Mississippi, the ranking Democrat on the House Homeland Security Committee, subsequently expressed significant concern and disbelief regarding this decision. This departure from standard protocol raises questions about the CBP’s adherence to its own use-of-force guidelines.
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The family of the individual in question claims to be unaware of the whereabouts of his phone and has not been contacted by federal law enforcement. Furthermore, concerns have been raised about the handling of evidence, specifically the gun, due to the lack of a documented chain of custody. Minnesota authorities, despite having a warrant, were initially denied access to the crime scene and had to seek a restraining order to prevent the alteration or destruction of evidence by the federal government, a move the Trump administration is attempting to reverse. Attorney General Keith Ellison noted that the situation is unprecedented.
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A prominent German soccer official, Oke Göttlich, has called for countries to consider boycotting the 2026 World Cup in the United States, citing concerns over state actions and threats of war under the Trump administration. Göttlich, a vice president of the German federation and president of FC St. Pauli, argues that the current situation parallels the lead-up to the 1936 Berlin Olympics, urging nations to avoid appearing as complicit in a regime characterized by aggression. This call to action is further fueled by the belief that the safety of citizens and athletes traveling to the U.S. is at risk, and the belief that the current administration is creating a new world order of unchecked US aggression. This stance challenges FIFA’s leadership and the potential dangers for fans traveling to the U.S.
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John Q. Hosedrinker
ICE Agents Following Protesters Home: Escalation and Threats
In a recent incident, an individual was confronted by federal agents who blocked her street and issued a warning. According to the individual, one agent stated that the encounter was a warning, indicating awareness of her residence. Subsequently, after contacting 911, the dispatcher advised compliance with the agents’ orders. This follows a separate incident where a masked ICE agent threatened to label a person filming their activities as a domestic terrorist by entering her information into a database.
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