The Supreme Court’s 7-2 decision temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s use of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act for deportations, citing insufficient due process for affected immigrants. This ruling stemmed from the administration’s failure to provide adequate notice and opportunity to contest deportation, despite claiming to have addressed previous concerns. Trump, however, has vehemently criticized the decision, claiming the court is obstructing his efforts to deport individuals deemed terrorists, while ignoring the court’s focus on constitutional due process rights. The Court’s action sends the matter back to a lower court for further review.
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In a University of Minnesota law school commencement address, Governor Tim Walz, the 2024 vice presidential nominee, decried President Trump’s actions as a national emergency, accusing him of repeatedly violating the rule of law and undermining fundamental rights. Walz urged graduating lawyers to resist abuses of power, emphasizing their crucial role in defending against tyranny. He specifically cited Trump’s immigration policies and questionable dealings as examples of this erosion of the rule of law. Walz also criticized certain large law firms for their complicity, calling on graduates to reject such organizations.
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Senator Adam Schiff detailed ten instances of alleged corruption by President Trump, highlighting how these actions enriched Trump and his family while harming the American people. These instances ranged from using taxpayer money for personal golfing trips and charging the government for staff stays at Trump properties, to accepting a $400 million plane from Qatar and a $100 million donation from Elon Musk in exchange for using the White House lawn as a Tesla showroom. Other examples included lucrative deals with foreign governments, such as Saudi Arabia and the UAE, and the launch of a meme coin that generated millions through trading fees. Schiff concluded that Trump’s actions demonstrate a complete disregard for the well-being of ordinary citizens.
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President Trump expressed willingness to visit China for talks with Xi Jinping, citing the importance of US-China relations. This follows repeated expressions of his desire to speak with the Chinese leader, most recently after a temporary trade war truce was negotiated. The truce involved reduced tariffs on both US and Chinese goods. Trump also framed his recent Middle Eastern trip as an effort to counter China’s growing influence in the region.
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President Trump recently claimed to have invented the word “equalize,” despite its centuries-long existence, while announcing a new executive order aiming to lower prescription drug prices by 80% through price negotiation or government-set limits based on international prices. This order mandates a 30-day deadline for drugmakers to comply. Separately, he expressed fondness for the term “groceries,” highlighting its “old-fashioned” appeal. These pronouncements occurred amidst recent policy announcements and speeches.
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Following recent deadly storms in Kentucky, understaffing at three National Weather Service offices has raised concerns. The Jackson office, in particular, lacks overnight coverage due to staff cuts implemented during the Trump administration. These cuts, part of broader federal workforce reductions, resulted in significant staff loss through firings and early retirements, leaving critical positions unfilled. While the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration claims the service continues meeting its mission, the reduced staffing levels negatively impact timely and effective weather monitoring, especially during severe weather events.
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On Saturday, President Trump shared a video on Truth Social alleging that the Clintons were responsible for the deaths of several individuals, including John F. Kennedy Jr. and Vince Foster. The video promotes the debunked “Clinton Body Bags” conspiracy theory, connecting the Clintons to deaths ruled accidental, suicidal, or resulting from unrelated criminal activity. Fact-checkers have long discredited this theory, yet the video’s origin remains unknown. The White House and Clinton representatives have yet to respond to requests for comment.
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President Trump vehemently criticized the Supreme Court’s temporary block on his administration’s use of the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to expedite migrant deportations. This followed a 7-2 Supreme Court decision citing insufficient due process afforded to migrants facing deportation. Trump, amplifying a suggestion from an advisor, shared a post proposing the release of “terrorists” near the homes of justices. This action came after the administration ignored a court order to return a deported man, Kilmar Abrego Garcia, to the United States. The president’s response underscores his frustration with judicial oversight of his immigration policies.
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At the University of Minnesota’s law school graduation, Governor Tim Walz, the 2024 Democratic vice presidential nominee, decried President Trump’s actions as a national emergency, citing violations of the rule of law including immigration crackdowns and acceptance of gifts from foreign entities. Walz urged graduating lawyers to uphold their oaths and resist abuses of power, criticizing both Trump and “feckless” law firms complicit in his actions. The White House responded by criticizing Walz’s record as governor and his association with the Harris/Biden administration. Walz’s speech reflects a broader Democratic debate about effectively countering the Trump administration.
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Following Walmart’s announcement of price increases, former President Trump publicly criticized the company on social media, blaming them for passing on tariff costs to consumers instead of absorbing them. Trump’s comments followed Walmart CEO Doug McMillon’s statement that tariffs, even at reduced levels, negatively impact the company’s ability to maintain low prices due to tight margins. Walmart, however, countered that they are committed to keeping prices low despite these economic pressures. The price hikes, announced earlier this week, followed a partial reduction in Trump-era tariffs on Chinese goods.
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