Contrary to Donald Trump’s claims, Washington D.C. restaurants are actually suffering due to the increased presence of federal forces. Restaurant owners report significantly decreased foot traffic and reservations, leading to extensions of events like Restaurant Week. Many restaurant owners and workers feel that Trump’s actions are actively harming the city’s economy, creating an atmosphere of fear particularly impacting immigrant communities and the tourism industry. This climate has resulted in event cancellations, business closures, and a concerning domino effect on restaurants across the country.
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During a GOP county meeting, Rep. Mike Collins was recorded stating his belief that former President Donald Trump is likely mentioned in the Epstein files. Collins referenced Trump’s actions of removing Epstein from Mar-a-Lago and informing the FBI as a basis for his claim, supporting the release of the files while acknowledging the legal complexities. Reports have indicated that Trump was informed in May about his name appearing in the documents reviewed by Justice Department officials, along with other notable figures, although mentions do not suggest wrongdoing. Despite these findings, officials have stated that additional files will not be released due to sensitive information.
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President Trump’s threats to deploy the National Guard to Democratic-run cities like Chicago are facing significant pushback. Representative Jesús (Chuy) García of Illinois denounces the plan as a “charade” and a waste of time, emphasizing that Chicago has seen decreases in serious crimes despite the president’s characterization. García views the move as politically motivated, aimed at creating a distraction and creating a show of force, as well as being unpopular. Illinois officials are considering all options, including legal challenges and peaceful demonstrations, to prevent the mobilization of the National Guard.
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The author argues that since Donald Trump assumed office in 2025, the United States has been systematically dismantling democratic principles through a barrage of executive orders, mirroring historical patterns of authoritarianism. Trump, portrayed as a figurehead for Project 2025 and right-wing Christian Nationalism, is seen as a puppet controlled by others who prioritize personal gain. Congressional inaction, fueled by a Republican majority, allows Trump to disregard constitutional law, with Texas’s efforts to gerrymander seats highlighting a dictatorial takeover. The author draws parallels between Trump’s actions and those of Hitler, warning that the suppression of rights and freedoms, along with the establishment of detention centers, are eroding American values and instilling fear.
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Wilmington police have charged Surry County Board of Elections chairman, James Edwin Yokeley Jr., after finding evidence he placed illegal narcotics into his granddaughters’ ice cream. Video footage allegedly showed Yokeley adding pills, which tested positive for MDMA and cocaine, to the ice cream. The girls did not ingest the drugs, and Yokeley now faces charges of contaminating food or drink, felony possession of narcotics, and felony child abuse. He was transported to jail and posted a secured bond.
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Across the United States, various activist groups are organizing Labor Day protests targeting the Trump Administration, focusing on worker support and opposing what they term a “billionaire takeover.” “Workers Over Billionaires” demonstrations, spearheaded by May Day Strong and supported by the AFL-CIO, are scheduled in hundreds of locations, including U.S. territories. The Women’s March has also planned “Solidarity September” events, extending beyond Labor Day with a focus on making billionaires pay. Alongside these, “Fight the Trump Takeover” protests are also planned, addressing issues like voter suppression and gerrymandering, with organizers citing a need to resist the perceived undermining of democracy.
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During a recent cabinet meeting, President Donald Trump echoed unfounded claims about the causes of autism, suggesting that it could be linked to drugs or other artificial factors. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a known vaccine skeptic, also expressed his belief that certain interventions are “almost certainly” causing autism and promised a report on the matter by September. These statements come despite scientific consensus, which attributes the rise in autism diagnoses to increased awareness and improved diagnostic methods, not vaccines. Both Trump and Kennedy have continued to spread misinformation, despite the potential harm to public health.
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The Election Research Institute, founded by Honey, spearheaded a Georgia election rule change permitting delayed certification of tallies to address ballot discrepancies, despite these being typically minor issues. Honey also leads Pennsylvania Fair Elections, an organization that disseminated election misinformation, echoing claims of election fraud in 2020 in collaboration with other activists. This group is aligned with individuals who continue to question election results. This move is seen as a continuation of the Trump administration’s pursuit of debunked conspiracy theories about the 2020 election.
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Despite the well-documented connection between Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein, the former president has effectively managed to deflect scrutiny surrounding the scandal. This has involved alleged suppression of information, including the non-release of FBI files, and the controversial “interview” of Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s convicted accomplice, who offered deflections and denials. Trump and his allies have embraced Maxwell’s statements, claiming they exonerate him. This behavior, fueled by desperation within the MAGA movement and gendered stereotypes, has led to the dismissal of actual victims while amplifying the words of a proven liar.
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