Assembly Bill 1627, also known as the “MELT ICE Act,” proposes to permanently ban individuals who worked for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) between September 2025 and January 2029 from serving as police officers or teachers in California. This sweeping disqualification, extended to former employees of Alabama and Georgia corrections departments during specific periods, would be automatic and independent of personal conduct. However, legal experts and opponents raise concerns about potential constitutional challenges regarding discrimination and due process, questioning the state’s authority to enforce such a broad ban on former federal employees and its impact on existing staffing shortages. The bill is moving through the legislative process, with a committee hearing scheduled soon.
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The brothers of Renée Nicole Macklin Good, a queer U.S. citizen fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, are testifying at a Capitol Hill hearing examining the use of force by federal immigration agents. This hearing, convened by U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal and U.S. Rep. Robert Garcia, aims to highlight cases of alleged violent tactics and disproportionate use of force by Department of Homeland Security agents, seeking greater accountability. Good’s killing has become a focal point in the national debate over immigration enforcement, with her family disputing the official account of self-defense. The forum will also hear testimony from other individuals who have experienced alleged excessive force by federal immigration agents.
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During a cyberattack between June and December 2025, hackers associated with the Chinese government compromised the open-source text editor Notepad++. Exploiting a bug in the software and a shared hosting server, attackers delivered malicious updates to targeted users, including those in government, telecom, and critical infrastructure sectors. This sophisticated espionage campaign, attributed to the Lotus Blossom group, allowed hackers to gain hands-on access to victim systems until the vulnerability was patched in November. The developer has since apologized and urged users to update to the latest version.
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Despite elevating relations to the highest diplomatic level with the United States, Vietnam’s military, according to an internal document, has been preparing for a potential “war of aggression” and views the U.S. as a “belligerent” power. This internal document, completed in August 2024, reveals a deep-seated fear of external forces instigating a “color revolution” against the Communist leadership. While acknowledging little immediate risk of war, Vietnamese planners expressed a need for vigilance against U.S. allies creating a pretext for invasion. This duality highlights Vietnam’s complex foreign policy, balancing diplomatic outreach with significant internal anxieties about American motives and intentions.
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Eight additional federal prosecutors in Minnesota are preparing to leave the U.S. Attorney’s Office, following the recent departures of six senior officials. These exits reportedly stem from mounting pressure from the Department of Justice (DOJ) to pursue an investigation into Renee Good’s widow, despite a lack of apparent illegal actions on her part. Internal frustrations are also attributed to the office’s handling of the killings of Good and Alex Pretti, with notable resignations including civil division chief Ana Voss. The DOJ has referenced a memo regarding attorneys undermining the constitutional order by refusing to advance good-faith arguments.
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The Polish government is taking a significant step by opening an investigation into the infamous Jeffrey Epstein files, aiming to uncover any potential abuse involving Polish children. Prime Minister Donald Tusk has announced the formation of an analytical team dedicated to verifying these deeply concerning suspicions. This move signifies a commitment to addressing a dark chapter that has cast a long shadow, and Poland is stepping forward to ensure that if any of its citizens were victimized, their stories will be heard and addressed.
Prime Minister Tusk has made a clear vow: if the investigation confirms that Polish children were indeed abused by criminal networks associated with the late US billionaire, his government will spare no effort in seeking justice and providing support.… Continue reading
The recent revelation that hundreds of accounts with links to Nazis have been discovered at Credit Suisse, as stated by a US lawmaker, isn’t exactly groundbreaking news. It feels more like the unveiling of a long-kept, albeit poorly guarded, secret. The notion that Swiss banks, and Credit Suisse in particular, have a history of holding assets connected to Nazis has been a subject of discussion and investigation for decades. Commissions like the Bergier Commission in the mid-1990s and later, the Volcker Commission, delved into these very issues, attempting to shed light on Switzerland’s role as a financial haven during and after World War II.… Continue reading
Instead of lowering costs for everyday Americans as promised, the presidency has become a means to enrich the president and his billionaire allies. Public funds and government power are channeled to friends and family businesses, while regulatory agencies are hollowed out or weaponized for profit, with industries like fossil fuels and big tech seeing unprecedented returns on their political investments. This has led to a hostile corporate takeover where working people are exploited, and democracy is undermined as obscene wealth purchases political power. Therefore, defunding the oligarchy and reinvesting in public goods is presented as the path forward to restore faith in government and ensure it serves the people, not donors.
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A recent report has surfaced alleging that former President Donald Trump directed former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard to participate in an FBI raid on an election hub in Fulton County, Georgia. This startling claim, if substantiated, paints a deeply concerning picture of potential executive overreach and interference in a critical democratic process. The report suggests a direct command from Trump to Gabbard, implying a level of involvement that goes far beyond any publicly acknowledged role she might have held.
The alleged directive, as presented, indicates that Trump specifically tasked Gabbard with taking part in the raid on the Fulton County election hub.… Continue reading
President Donald Trump has expressed a desire for Republicans to “take over” and “nationalize” voting, citing unsubstantiated concerns about election fraud. However, legal experts have stated that such actions would violate the U.S. Constitution, which delegates election administration authority to the states. While Congress can enact laws to modify election regulations, it does not possess the power to nationalize the electoral process itself. These comments have revived concerns about Trump’s ongoing challenges to election outcomes and his potential influence on upcoming elections.
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Renee Good’s Family to Testify on ICE Killing Amid Political Firestorm
The brothers of Renée Nicole Macklin Good, a queer U.S. citizen fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, are testifying at a Capitol Hill hearing examining the use of force by federal immigration agents. This hearing, convened by U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal and U.S. Rep. Robert Garcia, aims to highlight cases of alleged violent tactics and disproportionate use of force by Department of Homeland Security agents, seeking greater accountability. Good’s killing has become a focal point in the national debate over immigration enforcement, with her family disputing the official account of self-defense. The forum will also hear testimony from other individuals who have experienced alleged excessive force by federal immigration agents.
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