A Massachusetts bakery owner is facing death threats and online harassment after creating cookies expressing her frustration with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The owner of The Sweet Boutique in East Longmeadow, received threats to her and her employees’ safety, and even threats against her children after posting pictures of the cookies on social media. Despite the backlash, the owner plans to continue producing the anti-ICE cookies, seeing them as a platform for her beliefs and a way to encourage others to speak out. The local community has rallied in support of the bakery, showing their solidarity with the owner’s freedom of speech.
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Despite the challenges, the goal of achieving consensus on crucial issues like Supreme Court reform is not impossible. However, the article argues that the abolition of ICE must be included in the reconstruction agenda due to its concerning actions as a secret police force. ICE, with its expanded powers, poses a threat by potentially targeting and detaining individuals without proper oversight, representing a pre-made apparatus of control. The article also points out that Trump’s administration’s call for mass deportations aligns with the size of the country’s nonwhite population, raising concerns about the agency’s potential for abuse.
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Upon the announcement of detainee Geraldo Lunas Campos’ death at a Texas detention camp on January 3, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement reported that staff observed him in distress but did not disclose a cause of death. This lack of information left many questions unanswered. The circumstances surrounding his death raised concerns about the conditions and healthcare provided at the detention facility. Further investigation into the incident is likely needed to determine the events that led to his passing.
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Internal polling data has reportedly alarmed Donald Trump’s advisors, revealing that his ICE crackdown is alienating voters, especially after a fatal shooting in Minneapolis. The polling indicated that a majority of independents and undecided voters felt Trump was overly focused on deportations, prompting discussions of “recalibrating” ICE tactics. Despite this, the administration’s response has been to escalate enforcement, which is in stark contrast to the president’s public posture. Some of Trump’s allies are recoiling, while the White House insists the hardline approach remains politically advantageous.
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During a meeting in the Oval Office, Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado presented Donald Trump with her Nobel Peace Prize. Trump later shared this news on Truth Social, describing the meeting as a great honor and expressing mutual respect. However, a source suggests Trump was disappointed Machado did not decline the award to show her support, potentially enabling her to be Venezuela’s president. Despite the gesture, the Nobel Institute clarified that the prize cannot be transferred.
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Following the release of private messages attributed to Rep. Kristin Noble, suggesting support for “segregated schools,” she publicly stated her support for separating schools by political party. The messages, purportedly from Noble, were revealed by Granite Post, sparking swift criticism from Democrats. Noble claimed she was referring to political segregation, and further stated that if Democrats had their own schools, families wouldn’t need to use the education freedom account program. The article highlights an increase in private school enrollment while public school enrollment has decreased.
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Despite Senator John Fetterman’s re-election not being until 2028, the Working Families Party has launched a website, PrimaryFetterman.com, to facilitate a primary challenge against him. The website will serve as a hub for opposition research, volunteer recruitment, and donation refund requests. The progressive group, which previously supported Fetterman, initiated the unseating effort in November, generating hundreds of sign-ups from potential candidates and donors. This push is fueled by Fetterman’s shift toward the right on certain issues, which has caused him to lose support from previous allies and staff.
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As of January 1, 2026, China ceased all electricity imports from Russia, including the minimum contractual obligation. This decision was primarily due to the high export prices, which exceeded domestic Chinese rates, rendering further purchases economically unfavorable. The supply contract, signed in 2012 with Russia’s Inter RAO, was slated to run until 2037 and encompassed roughly 4 billion kWh annually. While exports are unlikely to resume in 2026, the Russian Ministry of Energy has not completely ruled out a future resumption if China expresses interest.
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The White House has stated that the deployment of European troops to Greenland will not influence President Trump’s stance on acquiring the territory. Denmark is moving forward with plans for a larger NATO presence on the island, a move supported by several European countries. This action is seen as a message of support, following disagreements between the US and Denmark over Greenland’s future, especially amid Trump’s threats of forceful seizure, citing national security concerns. Greenland and Denmark maintain that the territory is not for sale and has rejected any threats.
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France has become the primary provider of intelligence to Ukraine, now supplying two-thirds of the information previously dominated by the U.S., according to President Macron. This shift addresses Kyiv’s past reliance on American intelligence, which had been used as leverage. While the U.S. continues to offer significant intelligence support, France’s increased contribution has been highlighted amid concerns about potential changes in American aid. Macron’s remarks also coincided with a challenge to France’s domestic arms industry, suggesting potential reliance on foreign manufacturers to expedite rearmament.
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John Q. Hosedrinker
Abolish ICE: Why It’s No Longer a Fringe Position for Democrats
Despite the challenges, the goal of achieving consensus on crucial issues like Supreme Court reform is not impossible. However, the article argues that the abolition of ICE must be included in the reconstruction agenda due to its concerning actions as a secret police force. ICE, with its expanded powers, poses a threat by potentially targeting and detaining individuals without proper oversight, representing a pre-made apparatus of control. The article also points out that Trump’s administration’s call for mass deportations aligns with the size of the country’s nonwhite population, raising concerns about the agency’s potential for abuse.
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