Karoline Leavitt, the current White House Press Secretary, has become a target of intense criticism, particularly among progressive women. Critics often mock her perceived smugness, performative outrage, and fashion choices. Leavitt is accused of playing a role designed to provoke liberals and cater to the MAGA base, understanding her primary function is to troll. She uses this tactic by delivering nonsensical statements with conviction, particularly when avoiding definitive stances on controversial topics. While this behavior may appeal to some, it ultimately projects a negative image, making her a source of embarrassment and potentially deterring others from aligning with the same political ideology.
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A senior Ukrainian lawmaker, Oleksandr Merezhko, has withdrawn his nomination of former U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. Merezhko cited a loss of faith in Trump’s ability to broker a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, particularly due to Trump’s perceived lack of reaction to recent attacks. The Ukrainian politician submitted his withdrawal on Monday, following Trump’s return to the White House and a pledge to end the war quickly. This decision reflects a shift in sentiment amid ongoing conflict and stalled peace efforts.
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In a recent dissent, Justice Sonia Sotomayor criticized the Trump administration’s handling of immigration matters, accusing the court of “rewarding lawlessness” by supporting the administration’s emergency appeal to deport migrants. The dissent, joined by the court’s other liberals, specifically addressed the administration’s attempts to deport migrants to countries like South Sudan with minimal notice, despite lower court injunctions. Sotomayor argued that the government’s behavior threatened the rule of law by openly flouting court orders and repeatedly seeking relief from the Supreme Court on the emergency docket. This is the tenth time the court has granted a request from Trump on the emergency docket.
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Military officials, concerned about then-President Trump’s social media activity potentially jeopardizing operational security, devised a plan to mislead his team regarding a planned attack on Iran. While publicly maintaining a facade of deliberation, the administration was actively planning the strikes. The military, fearing Trump’s unpredictable online behavior, deployed decoy bombers to Guam, ensuring only one group flew towards the actual target. Despite Trump’s claims of obliterating Iranian nuclear facilities, damage reports indicated a more limited impact.
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David Prine, a staunch supporter of Donald Trump and a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, still backs the former president despite his wife’s detention. Yenifer Correa Ganan, who entered the U.S. legally under the CBP One parole program, was detained in May after a clerical error and subsequent domestic dispute. Despite all state charges being dropped and her requests for voluntary deportation, Ganan remains incarcerated, leaving Prine struggling to care for their children and manage their household. The situation highlights the impact of immigration policies amid Trump’s crackdown on those without legal status, leaving the family fractured.
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The recent airstrikes on Iran, despite their tactical impressiveness, may have fallen short of their strategic goals, particularly concerning the destruction of Iran’s nuclear program. Uncertainty surrounds the effectiveness of the attacks, with doubts arising on whether the bunker-busting bombs successfully destroyed Iran’s enriched uranium. Iran’s response, including missile strikes on a U.S. air base, has raised the stakes and increased the likelihood of further U.S. involvement. The ambiguous location of Iran’s uranium stockpile following the attack has intensified the uncertainty surrounding the conflict and its potential escalation.
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Former President Donald Trump has declared a ceasefire timeline for the conflict between Israel and Iran, dubbing it “THE 12 DAY WAR.” Despite Trump’s announcement, neither country has confirmed acceptance of the proposed timeline. Trump also thanked Iran for providing advance notice of a missile strike on a U.S. air base in Qatar, enabling the avoidance of casualties. This notice contributed to the lifting of a shelter-in-place order and the reopening of Qatar’s airspace, leading to positive reactions in the U.S. stock market and a decrease in oil prices.
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Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene voiced her continued opposition to a potential conflict with Iran in a lengthy social media post. Greene expressed concerns about the possibility of Iranian attacks on American soil and being drawn into another war. She contrasted the focus on Iran with the lack of military action against domestic threats like cartels. Greene further emphasized her support for Israel’s right to defend itself while simultaneously opposing U.S. involvement in any potential conflict with Iran, even if initiated by Israel.
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Following the U.S. attacks on Iran, President Donald Trump urged the world to keep oil prices down, specifically calling for the Department of Energy to “DRILL, BABY, DRILL!!!” Oil prices briefly rose after the attacks but had decreased by Monday morning, though they remained elevated. Trump’s call for increased drilling, a common Republican stance, aims to reduce reliance on foreign energy sources but faces criticism regarding environmental impact and economic volatility. Critics also note that prioritizing fossil fuels hinders the growth of more sustainable energy alternatives such as wind and solar.
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Following the US air strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer called for restraint, warning of a risk of escalation beyond the region. The UK, while informed of the strikes, was not involved, and Starmer stated that all necessary measures were taken to protect British interests and personnel. The Prime Minister, alongside Emmanuel Macron and Friedrich Merz, urged Iran not to take further destabilizing actions and called for negotiations regarding its nuclear program. In response to the strikes, British Airways cancelled flights to the United Arab Emirates and Qatar.
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