A federal judge has ruled that Alina Habba was unlawfully serving as the acting U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey, creating legal uncertainty in the state. The judge, citing a challenge to Habba’s position, determined she lacked the legal authority to hold the office since July 1st, potentially voiding her actions since then and disqualifying her from ongoing cases. This ruling comes after the Trump administration employed unusual measures to retain Habba, following a decision to name Desiree Grace to the position. The court has paused the decision to allow for a U.S. appeal.
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Due to President Trump’s planned construction project in the White House ballroom, all public tours scheduled for next month have been indefinitely canceled. The decision was made to accommodate the commencement of construction, which is set to begin in the coming weeks. This unprecedented shutdown of tours will affect visitors who had planned trips, potentially impacting tourism. Further updates on the resumption of tours will be provided as the construction timeline progresses.
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Tristan, a 13-year-old with a large Instagram following, utilizes the platform to express unfiltered political criticism. His content, managed by his parents, showcases his adolescent indignation and argumentative skills, addressing topics like human rights and U.S.-Mexico relations with clarity. In his videos, he directly accuses figures like Donald Trump of various offenses. Despite criticisms of manipulation, Tristan’s direct and eloquent approach has garnered significant attention and sparked debate on social media.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom’s online mockery of Donald Trump, mimicking his all-caps social media style, has ignited a feud. Trump responded with a Truth Social post attacking Newsom, prompting the Governor’s office to fire back with snowflake emojis. This strategy appears to be working in generating attention for Newsom, who has gained a million followers on TikTok and Instagram since January. This has spurred criticism from figures such as Ron DeSantis and Ted Cruz, who have commented on Newsom’s priorities.
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President Trump announced plans to patrol Washington, D.C. streets on Thursday night with the Metropolitan Police Department and National Guard troops, aiming to combat crime and assert control over the city. The White House is still finalizing the details of the evening, which follows Trump’s recent actions to federalize the city’s police and deploy National Guard forces, despite declining violent crime statistics. Amidst these developments, Attorney General Pam Bondi reported hundreds of arrests, a significant portion of which involved immigrants. A recent poll indicates substantial opposition from D.C. residents to Trump’s intervention, reflecting public skepticism about the effectiveness of his approach.
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The Trump administration has announced a review of over 55 million U.S. visa holders for any violations that could lead to deportation. This “continuous vetting” process considers factors like overstaying visas, criminal activity, and threats to public safety. If any ineligibilities are discovered, the visa will be revoked, potentially resulting in deportation. The reviews will include social media accounts, law enforcement records, and new data collection tools, with the State Department reporting a significant increase in visa revocations since the beginning of the administration.
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A federal judge has ruled that Elon Musk must face a lawsuit alleging he defrauded voters in a petition drive tied to his political action committee, America PAC. The lawsuit claims Musk enticed voters with the promise of a $1 million giveaway in exchange for signing a petition, requiring them to provide personal information. The judge found the plaintiff plausibly alleged she relied on statements suggesting the giveaway was a random lottery, despite Musk’s arguments that recipients were “selected to earn” the money. This legal action marks the first over the America PAC sweepstakes, which offered $1 million daily until November 5, 2024, and was filed on election day.
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The New York Supreme Court’s Appellate Division upheld the ruling that Donald Trump and others committed business fraud by inflating the value of real estate assets. While the court upheld non-monetary sanctions, it voided the $464 million fine imposed on the defendants, stating that the calculation of the disgorgement was not a reasonable approximation. The decision, delivered by a five-judge panel, prompted a mixed response, with one judge dissenting and the Attorney General planning to appeal the fine ruling to the state’s highest court. Trump and his son, Eric Trump, celebrated the partial victory on social media.
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In a recent development, the U.S. State Department has sanctioned International Criminal Court (ICC) Judge Kimberly Prost of Canada for her role in authorizing an investigation into alleged war crimes by U.S. personnel in Afghanistan. Other ICC jurists, Nicolas Guillou of France, Nazhat Shameem Khan of Fiji, and Mame Mandiaye Niang of Senegal, were also sanctioned, with the U.S. linking the decision to the court’s investigation into Israel’s actions. The ICC has condemned the sanctions, deeming them an attack on the independence of the judicial body, while the U.S. defends its decision as a necessary response to the ICC’s “illegitimate judicial overreach.” These sanctions are the latest in a series of actions against the ICC, which has investigations underway into major cases, including allegations of war crimes against Russia and the Israel-Hamas conflict.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom is employing a communication style reminiscent of Donald Trump, utilizing tactics like capital letters and self-aggrandizing language. He has directly engaged in provocative online exchanges with prominent figures, including responses to criticisms. This approach, seemingly intended to mimic and satirize Trump’s methods, is generating both amusement and consternation within the political landscape. Newsom’s actions are viewed by some as a strategic effort to capture attention and energize his supporters, potentially positioning him favorably for a future presidential run.
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