The White House has placed over 1,500 Army paratroopers on standby in Minnesota, following escalating clashes between protesters and ICE agents after the killing of Renee Good. The troops from the 11th Airborne Division are being prepared for potential combat operations. President Trump is threatening to invoke the Insurrection Act, sparking concerns over bypassing constitutional rights and silencing dissent. Amidst legal challenges, state and federal authorities are taking different approaches with the FBI requesting extra agents, making the future of this situation uncertain.
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U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell criticized senior Trump administration officials, stating they committed “breathtaking” constitutional violations. The judge also described the former president as an “authoritarian” figure. Howell expressed concern that Trump expected unwavering loyalty from everyone within the executive branch. This commentary was made in court on Thursday.
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According to digital rights activists, Iran is reportedly planning a permanent separation from the global internet, restricting access to a filtered version for those with security clearance. This transition, which has been signaled by state media, would leave the majority of Iranians with access only to a domestic, government-controlled internet, a move that is part of a 16-year effort to control the country’s online activity. The regime has been developing this national internet since 2009, utilizing advanced filtering and monitoring systems, potentially with technology from China, and enforcing infrastructural moves within the country. While authorities believe the current shutdown has helped them control the situation, experts warn of severe economic and cultural consequences.
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Experts warn that Donald Trump has created a secretive police force, reminiscent of historical autocracies, deploying it in cities with unfavorable views of the former president. These agents, lacking identification and often concealing their identities with masks, appear to be using overt violence to intimidate communities. Trump and top aide Stephen Miller have defended the agents’ actions and promised them immunity, while also using slogans and tropes with clear historical parallels to Nazi Germany. The administration’s actions seem designed to appeal to those who oppose immigrants and ethnic minorities, further drawing comparisons to past authoritarian regimes.
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President Trump, anticipating Republican losses in the upcoming midterm elections, has suggested an unsettling approach to avoid the anticipated outcome. During an interview, the president hinted that the midterms shouldn’t even occur, citing historical trends and his own supposed accomplishments while dismissing economic concerns. Facing weak approval ratings and potential backlash, Trump’s remarks reveal his resignation to the possibility of losing the House. He has also expressed concern over potential impeachment if the GOP loses control and believes he should better promote his accomplishments.
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Following the murder of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE officer, the article highlights the controversial reactions and justifications from MAGA figures. Tom Homan, a “border czar,” suggested that Democrats need to stop calling ICE officers murderers to prevent further incidents, essentially shifting blame to those criticizing the actions. The article critiques this stance as an abuser’s lament, pointing out the dehumanizing rhetoric and conspiracy theories employed by MAGA supporters to justify the murder and excuse future violence. Furthermore, it cites comments from figures like Donald Trump, who implied that Good’s “disrespectful” behavior justified the use of deadly force, illustrating a dangerous pattern of authoritarian blame-shifting.
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Amid ongoing anti-government demonstrations sparked by economic concerns, Iranian authorities are preparing to intensify their response, with the Revolutionary Guards blaming “terrorists” for the unrest and vowing to protect the governing system. Reports of violence and internet blackouts continue to hinder the assessment of the protests’ scope, though social media shows large crowds and clashes. The protests, which began in response to soaring inflation, have evolved into calls to end clerical rule, prompting accusations of foreign interference from the US and Israel. Reports indicate numerous casualties, with deaths among both protesters and security forces, and mass arrests.
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The article discusses a concerning trend of undermining the rule of law in America, highlighting actions by the Trump administration that challenge this principle. This includes instances like the FBI excluding a criminal investigative agency from an investigation and Trump’s disregard for legal limits on his power. Additionally, the article points to the Justice Department’s alleged failure to adhere to the law regarding the release of Epstein files. Overall, the author argues that these actions represent an assault on the core tenets of American self-governance.
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According to witness accounts, an ICE agent shot a woman in the face multiple times after she attempted to turn her car around, leading her to crash into a utility pole. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey condemned the shooting and demanded that ICE leave the city, citing the chaos caused by the federal agents’ presence. Despite the mayor’s stance, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem defended the shooting, claiming the victim was a “domestic terrorist,” although videos contradicted this claim. The woman’s current condition remains unknown.
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John Q. Hosedrinker
Trump and Miller: A Secret Police Force in Plain Sight
Experts warn that Donald Trump has created a secretive police force, reminiscent of historical autocracies, deploying it in cities with unfavorable views of the former president. These agents, lacking identification and often concealing their identities with masks, appear to be using overt violence to intimidate communities. Trump and top aide Stephen Miller have defended the agents’ actions and promised them immunity, while also using slogans and tropes with clear historical parallels to Nazi Germany. The administration’s actions seem designed to appeal to those who oppose immigrants and ethnic minorities, further drawing comparisons to past authoritarian regimes.
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