In a recent ruling, a judge has blocked a former president from removing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. The judge’s preliminary injunction cited that the removal attempt violated the Federal Reserve Act’s “for cause” provision, which limits grounds for removal to actions related to the Governor’s behavior in office. This decision allows Cook to participate in upcoming Fed meetings. The former president’s effort to remove Cook followed months of pressuring the Fed to lower interest rates, and stemmed from allegations of mortgage fraud that occurred before Cook joined the Fed.
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The Department of Justice (DOJ) has issued requests for voter information to numerous states, encompassing both Republican and Democratic-led jurisdictions. Some states were offered access to the federal SAVE database to verify their voter lists. However, legal concerns have been raised by election law experts, who suggest that the request may violate the 1974 Privacy Act. Both Democratic and Republican officials across the country have rejected the DOJ’s requests, citing concerns about the federal government’s overreach into state electoral processes.
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On Tuesday evening, a group of CodePink activists disrupted President Donald Trump’s dinner at a Washington, DC steakhouse, confronting him and several cabinet members. The activists, chanting against the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, criticized the officials for “feasting” while the people of Gaza “starve.” CodePink condemned the administration’s prioritization of war and wealth over human rights, citing the support for the “genocide in Gaza,” military strikes, and the deployment of troops and agents within US borders. The group emphasized that their actions reflected the frustration of many Americans against the administration’s policies and priorities.
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The Wall Street Journal’s editorial board has cautioned President Trump that blaming Joe Biden for negative economic news is becoming unsustainable. The board cited recent revisions to job creation data and the slow pace of economic progress, arguing that Trump’s policies are hindering growth. They also noted that the president’s anti-growth measures, like border taxes and deportations, are contributing to inflation and higher prices. The editorial concluded that Trump should change his economic policies to help businesses, workers, and consumers, as ignoring these economic indicators could be politically damaging.
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The House Oversight Committee released a photograph of a pornographic birthday card allegedly sent by Donald Trump to Jeffrey Epstein, confirming the card’s existence after weeks of denial. The card, which features a drawing of a nude woman and Trump’s signature, prompted Democrats to accuse the president of a cover-up regarding his relationship with Epstein and demand the release of full files. Despite the release, the White House maintained the note was a hoax and vowed to continue pursuing litigation against the claims.
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Vice President JD Vance expressed his desire to expand Trump’s crime crackdown to all major American cities, citing “weak leadership” as the root cause of rising crime. During an interview with Matt Gaetz, Vance endorsed replicating federal policing strategies seen in Washington, D.C., and the recent “Operation Midway Blitz” in Chicago. He explicitly named cities like Detroit, Milwaukee, and Chicago as targets for federal intervention, asserting that common-sense law enforcement could reclaim the streets for citizens. Additionally, Vance echoed Trump’s stance on “narcoterrorists,” advocating for wartime-like rules of engagement, even if it meant extrajudicial killings.
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In response to a newly released letter allegedly sent by Donald Trump to Jeffrey Epstein, multiple Republican lawmakers expressed skepticism and declined to engage with the document. While Congressman Eric Burlison initially expressed a desire to see the letter, he quickly backtracked when presented with the opportunity. Other prominent Republicans, including James Comer and Jim Jordan, stated their trust in Trump’s denial of the letter’s authenticity, with some suggesting the document was falsified. Despite this, the White House proposed reviewing the document, while a professional graphologist stated the signature belonged to Trump.
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During a rare outing, President Trump and several administration officials dined at Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak and Stone Crab in Washington. The event was marked by protesters chanting slogans such as “Free Palestine” and criticizing Trump. Trump, who had previously stated D.C. was now “crime free,” addressed reporters before entering the restaurant and was later seen interacting with the protesters. Code Pink claimed responsibility for the protests, which occurred as Trump was dining with cabinet members.
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In an attempt to project strength, President Trump dined at Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab in Washington, D.C., accompanied by high-profile officials. However, the intended show of confidence was disrupted by protesters who stormed the restaurant, chanting slogans critical of his policies. The demonstrators, organized by Code Pink, aimed to highlight perceived hypocrisy in Trump’s actions domestically and abroad, drawing responses from both Trump himself and other diners. This incident followed a similar negative reception at the U.S. Open final in New York, underscoring ongoing public dissent.
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In response to the release of Jeffrey Epstein’s 50th birthday book, which allegedly included a message and lewd drawing attributed to Donald Trump, the former president has dismissed the issue as “dead.” Trump initially denied the existence of the message before shifting his defense to question the authenticity of the signature. Despite this, analysis of Trump’s signatures indicates the handwriting aligns with other known examples. The White House has since denied that the message or the signature is Trump’s, with Trump filing a defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over the initial reporting.
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