President Trump’s renewed interest in acquiring Greenland, despite its status as a Danish territory and NATO ally, has sparked unprecedented dissent among congressional Republicans. Several prominent Republicans, including Senator Thom Tillis and former Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell, have publicly condemned the idea, citing concerns about its absurdity, potential damage to US alliances, and its impact on Trump’s legacy. This opposition is fueled by overwhelming public disapproval and warnings from Denmark. Facing potential repercussions, including the end of his presidency according to some, Trump has responded with threats of tariffs against countries opposing his campaign while maintaining that Greenland is necessary for national security.
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President Donald Trump announced a 10% import tax on goods from eight European nations starting in February, escalating to 25% in June if the U.S. did not acquire Greenland. This action, a potential test of U.S. partnerships, appears to be a response to European opposition to American control of Greenland, which Trump views as critical to U.S. national security. The President indicated that he was using tariffs as a tool to negotiate for the “Complete and Total Purchase of Greenland,” a semiautonomous territory of NATO ally Denmark. This decision has sparked resistance in Europe, with rallies held in Greenland and Denmark, while U.S. lawmakers have sought to reassure Denmark and Greenland of their support.
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US says Canada will regret decision to allow Chinese EVs into their market, and honestly, the whole thing feels like a bad joke with a predictable punchline. It’s like when they tried to scare Canada about banning American liquor – remember how well that worked out? Now, it’s Chinese electric vehicles, and the US is playing the same old tune. You’d think a country that preaches free market principles would understand that competition is, well, the point.
US says Canada will regret decision to allow Chinese EVs into their market, yet from the other side of the border, the situation looks completely different.… Continue reading
New incident reports and 911 transcripts reveal details of the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer. Paramedics found Good unresponsive in her car, noting multiple gunshot wounds and a thready pulse; despite efforts, she was pronounced dead at the hospital. 911 calls indicate witnesses reported an ICE officer firing shots into Good’s car, with one caller stating she was shot because she wouldn’t open her door. Subsequent communications among law enforcement and emergency personnel detailed the need for crowd control and the ICE agent’s removal from the scene, as protestors grew increasingly agitated, with the crowd calming down once ICE agents had left.
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President Donald Trump has assembled a “board of peace” for Gaza, enlisting key figures like Marco Rubio and Tony Blair to oversee reconstruction and governance. The seven-member executive board, chaired by Trump, also includes Steve Witkoff, Ajay Banga, and Jared Kushner, each assigned specific portfolios vital to Gaza’s stabilization. This second phase of the US-brokered peace plan follows the release of hostages and a ceasefire, but challenges remain including the ongoing violence and humanitarian aid shortages. The plan also faces skepticism and calls for the full implementation of phase one, including the end of the war and full disarmament, before the peace can truly be built.
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President Donald Trump has commuted the federal prison sentence of James Phillip Womack, son of U.S. Rep. Steve Womack, R-Ark. Womack was sentenced to eight years in May 2024 for distributing over 5 grams of methamphetamine, though his supervised release remains intact. The congressman expressed gratitude for the commutation, stating it allows his son to be with family during a difficult time. Phillip Womack had previously pleaded guilty to the drug charge after being caught selling methamphetamine to a confidential source, and had faced prior convictions.
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The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case concerning the constitutionality of geofence warrants, which gather location data of cellphone users near crime scenes. This case stems from a 2019 bank robbery in Virginia where police used a geofence warrant served on Google to find the perpetrator. While a lower court initially found the warrant to violate privacy rights, it upheld the conviction. The case, which has seen conflicting rulings in federal appeals courts, is expected to be argued later this year and could significantly impact how law enforcement uses this investigative technique.
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Central banks globally are rapidly accumulating gold reserves, spurred by geopolitical tensions and concerns about the dollar’s declining dominance. This shift has pushed the price of gold to record highs, with central banks doubling their gold holdings in the last decade, particularly in countries facing geopolitical pressures. Many nations are also repatriating gold stockpiles held abroad and reducing their reliance on the US dollar. Despite the rise of gold, experts suggest the dollar’s replacement is not yet clear, as other fiat currencies lack global scale and the rise of other reserve assets like cryptocurrencies is still limited.
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Trump Sets Fraudster Free From Prison for a Second Time, and it’s Hard to Believe
In 2021, the world watched as former President Trump extended a hand of clemency to Adriana Camberos, a convicted fraudster. He commuted her sentence, essentially giving her a second chance at freedom.
Rather than seize this opportunity for a fresh start, reports indicate Camberos returned to her old ways. She, along with her brother, was convicted again in 2024, this time for a different, but related, fraud.
Then, astonishingly, this week, Trump pardoned both siblings, marking the second time he’s intervened to release Camberos from the grip of the justice system.… Continue reading
In Crystal, a parent was arrested by ICE agents Wednesday morning while waiting for the school bus with their child. The incident occurred in front of children, prompting the school to provide counseling and support for students and staff. School officials assured that all students boarded the bus safely, following district safety protocols. The school principal acknowledged the potential for fear and anxiety caused by the event.
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