Following a 2021 federal judge’s dismissal of his case due to unreliable evidence, Ameen was immediately rearrested by ICE and subsequently deported to Rwanda under the Biden administration. This deportation, based on weak evidence, marks Ameen as the first Trump-era deportation to Rwanda. His previous statement expressing gratitude for the justice system and his love for America stands in stark contrast to his current situation. The question of restitution and potential long-term displacement remains unanswered.
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A large-scale Russian air attack on Kyiv resulted in twelve deaths, including two children, and over ninety injuries. Following the attack, Donald Trump publicly urged Vladimir Putin to halt the violence, despite simultaneously advocating for a peace deal potentially involving Ukrainian territorial concessions. Trump’s call for a ceasefire comes amidst his self-imposed deadline and reported attempts to broker a peace agreement favorable to Russia. Ukrainian officials, however, rejected Trump’s perceived pro-Russian stance and reiterated their demand for an unconditional cessation of hostilities. The attack underscored the ongoing conflict’s brutality and the continued challenges to achieving a peaceful resolution.
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Despite his global prominence, Donald Trump’s seating at Pope Francis’ funeral may be further back than expected. Vatican protocol, gleaned from past papal funerals, suggests placement in at least the third row, behind numerous heads of state and monarchs. This contrasts sharply with Trump’s usual position of prominence. The seating arrangement will place foreign dignitaries in a block alongside the clergy. Official details from the Vatican remain pending.
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Harvard likely recouped lost funding through alumni donations, while growing political opposition to Trump is evident in various actions, including Congressional pushback against his policies. This opposition is strengthening, but urgency remains crucial due to Trump’s irreversible damage to institutions. Recent polling data reveals significant public disapproval of Trump’s attempts to influence universities and cultural institutions, highlighting a paradox of simultaneous weakness and overreach fueling a backlash against his authoritarianism. This public resistance forms a negative feedback loop, further weakening his position.
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Bill Owens, executive producer of “60 Minutes,” resigned, citing interference with his editorial independence. This follows a $20 billion lawsuit filed by Donald Trump, alleging deceptive editing in a Kamala Harris interview, a claim CBS denies. Jake Tapper connected Owens’s resignation to Shari Redstone’s potential sale of Paramount to Skydance Media, suggesting Redstone might settle the lawsuit to appease Trump and secure FCC approval. Legal experts deem Trump’s lawsuit meritless, yet its timing and potential implications for the sale remain highly suspect.
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Despite White House claims of imminent success, President Trump’s “90 deals in 90 days” trade initiative yielded zero results, mirroring a broader pattern of unfulfilled promises. Numerous assertions portraying Trump as a master dealmaker, repeated by administration officials and media personalities, directly contradict his lack of significant legislative achievements. This persistent myth of Trump’s negotiating prowess ignores his consistent failure to broker major deals, even on issues he prioritized. Ultimately, his record reveals a stark disconnect between self-proclaimed abilities and actual outcomes.
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Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders requested federal disaster relief funds from former President Trump after devastating tornadoes, despite previously opposing federal intervention. Trump rejected her initial request, citing his belief that states should handle such situations independently. Sanders subsequently appealed the decision, highlighting the catastrophic damage and loss of life. This reversal marks a sharp contrast to her past statements against “big government” and aligns with Trump’s broader agenda of reducing federal spending and potentially abolishing FEMA.
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A new YouGov/Economist poll reveals Donald Trump’s net approval rating at -13, significantly lower than his predecessor’s at a similar point in their presidency. This represents a dramatic 19-percentage-point drop from the start of his second term. The decline is partly attributed to negative shifts in public opinion regarding his handling of immigration. Currently, only 41% of U.S. adults approve of his job performance, compared to 54% who disapprove.
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During a recent appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”, Representative Jasmine Crockett, a rising Democratic star, engaged in humorous jabs at prominent Republicans, including President Trump, who previously criticized her. Crockett’s confrontational style, exemplified by her viral exchange with Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene and her comments about Governor Abbott, has garnered both praise and criticism. She advocates for a more aggressive and authentic approach to politics, arguing that voters prioritize genuine connection over polished messaging. This strategy, along with her considerable fundraising success, positions Crockett as a significant force within the Democratic party.
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President Trump’s threat to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, following his imposition of tariffs, caused a significant stock market downturn and drew sharp criticism, including a Wall Street Journal editorial labeling the tariffs a major economic blunder. Faced with this backlash and market instability, Trump retracted his threat, effectively conceding that Powell holds considerable influence over the economy. This reversal was interpreted by some as a humiliating retreat by the President, highlighting the economic fallout from his actions. Trump’s subsequent damage control attempts included blaming the media.
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