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Judge forces CA hospital to keep trans treatments for minors despite Trump funding threat

Judge forces CA hospital to keep trans treatments for minors despite Trump funding threat

A California judge has ordered Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego to continue providing transgender treatments to minors amid a legal dispute related to Trump's executive order seeking to ban such treatments and threaten federal funding. Meanwhile, NYU Langone in New York has ended its transgender youth program due to the regulatory environment, citing fears of losing Medicaid and Medicare funds. The legal and institutional responses reflect the evolving landscape of transgender healthcare for minors amidst federal funding concerns.

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Virginia congressman bringing alleged Epstein victim to State of the Union | wusa9.com

Virginia congressman bringing alleged Epstein victim to State of the Union | wusa9.com

Democratic Congressman James Walkinshaw plans to bring an alleged Epstein survivor to the State of the Union, highlighting issues of abuse and accountability. He will host Jess Michaels, a survivor and advocate, along with other members who will bring additional Epstein-related guests. The event underscores ongoing investigations into Jeffrey Epstein's connections to prominent figures, including politicians and business leaders.

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How Wall Street's Apollo got tangled up again in the Epstein files | Money | news8000.com

How Wall Street's Apollo got tangled up again in the Epstein files | Money | news8000.com

Jeffrey Epstein's connections to Apollo Global Management are under renewed scrutiny following the release of documents showing CEO Marc Rowan met with Epstein multiple times after his 2008 guilty plea. The firm denies having a business or personal relationship with Epstein, but unions and critics question the transparency of Apollo and call for an SEC investigation. The controversy adds to Apollo's recent financial difficulties, including a decline in market value.

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How Masha Bucher (Née Drokova) Went from Putin Propagandist to Epstein P.R. Whisperer - Air Mail

How Masha Bucher (Née Drokova) Went from Putin Propagandist to Epstein P.R. Whisperer - Air Mail

Masha Bucher, with ties to Vladimir Putin and Jeffrey Epstein, was a teenage Kremlin youth activist turned Silicon Valley publicist. Her role in high-profile circles and her emails with Epstein have fueled theories of Russian influence, though she denies connections to oligarchs or espionage. Her career trajectory exemplifies a figure navigating power and reputation management rather than evidence of covert spying.

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DHS agent killed US citizen in March last year, records reveal | News - Al Jazeera
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DHS agent killed US citizen in March last year, records reveal | News - Al Jazeera

In March 2025, a US citizen named Ruben Ray Martinez was shot dead by DHS agents in Texas while assisting local police, marking the first known death of a US citizen during Donald Trump's immigration crackdown. The incident occurred during an immigration enforcement operation, with agents firing multiple rounds after Martinez allegedly hit an agent with his car. The event has prompted calls for an investigation and increased scrutiny of the crackdown's use-of-force incidents.

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Only Clowns Are Orange

Annotating President Trump's Press Conference About The Tariffs Ruling

President Trump criticized the Supreme Court's tariffs ruling, claiming it limits his powers and is influenced by foreign interests and elite bias. He praised dissenting Justices Thomas, Alito, and Kavanaugh, asserting they uphold the country's interests and his authority. Trump emphasized the potential for increased tariffs under other statutes and criticized the court's decision for creating uncertainty about tariffs' legality.

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Does Trump Have the Legal Authority to Strike Iran? An Expert Explains - Time Magazine

Does Trump Have the Legal Authority to Strike Iran? An Expert Explains - Time Magazine

David Janovsky states that President Trump would not have the unilateral legal authority to order strikes on Iran without congressional approval, emphasizing that such actions constitute an act of war. He highlights the need for Congress to formally authorize military action and discusses the implications of congressional decisions on the legality and political consequences of potential strikes.

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Bitcoin price slips after Trump hikes worldwide tariff to 15% from 10% despite Supreme ...

Bitcoin price slips after Trump hikes worldwide tariff to 15% from 10% despite Supreme ...

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 15% worldwide tariff increase on imported goods, surpassing the previous 10%, despite a Supreme Court ruling invalidating earlier trade actions. The announcement led to a slight decline in bitcoin's price, which initially rose then dropped near $68,000. Additionally, searches for 'bitcoin zero' in the U.S. hit a record high, indicating heightened retail anxiety.

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