Presidential candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay was shot in the back during a Bogotá political gathering. A suspect has been apprehended following a gunfight with Uribe’s bodyguards. Uribe sustained serious injuries and was transported to a local medical center for emergency treatment. President Gustavo Petro expressed solidarity with Uribe’s family. The situation remains fluid as details continue to emerge.
Former Justice Department official Greg Rosen defends the department’s handling of January 6th cases, asserting that prosecutions were fair, thorough, and upheld the Constitution. He criticizes President Trump’s pardons of rioters, arguing they condone political violence and undermine the rule of law. Rosen further condemns the Trump administration’s targeting and dismissal of federal employees involved in the investigation, claiming this hinders future efforts to prevent similar crimes. He concludes that the historical record of the prosecutions should serve as a testament to the rule of law despite ongoing political efforts to distort the events of January 6th.
Governor Whitmer expressed deep disappointment over President Trump’s consideration of pardoning Adam Fox and Barry Croft Jr., who were convicted of plotting to kidnap her. The men were sentenced to lengthy prison terms for their plot, fueled by anger over COVID-19 restrictions, despite claims of entrapment being rejected by the court. Trump’s comments dismissing the convictions as a “railroad job” and his potential pardon are viewed as undermining efforts to condemn political violence. Whitmer plans to convey her concerns directly to the White House.
Governor Whitmer expressed deep disappointment over President Trump’s consideration of pardoning the individuals convicted of plotting her kidnapping. She condemned political violence regardless of target or origin, highlighting her own condemnation of an attack on President Trump. Whitmer plans to communicate her concerns to the White House, despite recent collaborations with Trump on state matters. These meetings, including one where Trump signed executive orders targeting political opponents, have drawn criticism but Whitmer maintains her focus on bipartisan cooperation for Michigan’s benefit.
Teak Ty Brockbank received a three-year prison sentence for issuing online death threats against election officials Jena Griswold and Katie Hobbs, along with other individuals. The judge cited a need for deterrence against rising threats against public officials and emphasized the importance of resolving differences through democratic processes, not violence. Brockbank, who pleaded guilty, attributed his actions to exposure to far-right extremist content online and expressed remorse. The sentencing reflects the Justice Department’s efforts to combat threats against election officials.
The tragic killing of two Israeli Embassy staff members outside an event at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., is a stark reminder of the escalating threat of political violence. Eyewitness accounts and video footage clearly show the perpetrator shouting pro-Palestinian slogans and advocating for an intifada before opening fire, decisively painting this as a targeted attack. The cold-blooded murder of these two individuals, described as a couple preparing for their wedding, underscores the devastating human cost of such acts. This is not merely a shooting; it’s a deliberate act of terror, an act that deserves to be condemned unequivocally.… Continue reading
Right-wing extremist ideology was the driving force behind the majority of politically motivated crimes in Germany, with a record high of 4,107 violent offenses—a quarter stemming from this ideology. This surge in political violence, coupled with a significant increase in attacks against politicians (8,034 cases) and antisemitic crimes (a 21% rise to 6,236 cases), highlights growing societal polarization and radicalization. Half of the antisemitic crimes were linked to right-wing actors, while officials also noted a rise in “imported antisemitism.” These trends, according to German authorities, underscore a serious threat to German democracy.
A bomb detonated near a vehicle outside the American Reproductive Services building in Palm Springs, resulting in one confirmed fatality and significant damage to the building and surrounding structures. The explosion, heard as far away as Desert Hot Springs, scattered vehicle debris across a wide area. Police are investigating the incident and urge the public to avoid the scene. The clinic is the only full-service reproductive health facility in the Coachella Valley.
On Sunday, a mayoral candidate in Veracruz, Mexico, was fatally shot alongside three others during a campaign march; the attack was livestreamed on Facebook. The shooting, which involved approximately 20 gunshots, killed the Morena party candidate and injured three more. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed the incident and pledged federal support to the investigation. Authorities are actively investigating the motive and vowing to bring the perpetrators to justice, highlighting the ongoing issue of violence against political figures in Mexico.
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