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The DHS has suspended TSA PreCheck and Global Entry programs due to funding issues, leading to longer airport lines and increased travel disruptions amid winter storms and upcoming spring break. The move has been criticized by officials and industry groups, citing negative impacts on travelers and the economy.
Barron Trump, the youngest son of Donald Trump, is engaged in business ventures such as cryptocurrency, herbal beverages, and real estate, showing entrepreneurial ambitions. His involvement includes cofounding companies and managing investments, reflecting a desire to follow in his father's footsteps.
The Trump brothers started the crypto company World Liberty Financial after their family’s bank accounts were closed post-January 6, 2021, citing political bias. They criticize traditional banks and aim to democratize finance through their new venture. The initiative has attracted political scrutiny, especially regarding potential conflicts of interest.
Judge Vivienne Gordon-Uruakpa, who was highly lenient on asylum claims, was removed from her position in September, part of a wider crackdown on lenient immigration judges by the Justice Department. Her record showed she approved 97% of asylum cases, and her departure coincides with efforts to tighten immigration controls, including the appointment of stricter judges.
The article compares the current political crisis surrounding Donald Trump to Watergate, suggesting that parallels in investigations and institutional responses indicate Trump may be nearing a potential downfall. It discusses recent revelations and allegations against Trump, emphasizing the possibility of a similar shift in elite support as occurred with Nixon. The author warns that despite Trump's powerful defenses, widespread misconduct and cover-ups could lead to significant consequences.
The article discusses the expansion of private city and network state projects driven by U.S. foreign policy and billionaire interests, highlighting developments in Venezuela, Greenland, and Honduras. It describes efforts to establish sovereign, autonomous enclaves and digital nations, often with military ties, amid concerns about their implications for sovereignty and legal governance. The movement is supported by prominent investors and has origins in libertarian and neo-fascist ideologies.
President Donald Trump announced he would increase the proposed global tariff to 15%, up from 10%, citing a review of a recent Supreme Court decision on tariffs. He described the court's decision as 'ridiculous' and 'anti-American'.
The case involves six Democratic lawmakers who were targeted following their criticism of Trump in a video. Prosecutors initially indicated the inquiry was in early stages but later sought an indictment after political pressure. The grand jury's rejection underscores concerns over politicization within the Justice Department under the Trump administration.
Victor Schwartz, owner of VOS Selections, challenged President Trump's sweeping tariffs by becoming the lead plaintiff in a legal case finally decided by the Supreme Court to be illegal. Despite personal and business risks, Schwartz's victory against the tariffs set a precedent and could lead to substantial refunds. His stand was notable amid widespread corporate silence on the issue.
In his State of the State address, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker criticized federal immigration enforcement, citing its negative impact on Illinois and highlighting community support for immigrants. He urged the importance of empathy over partisanship in the immigration issue.
Sociologist Nicole Badera examines how systemic violence and power uphold abusive behaviors among elites, linking various incidents like ICE enforcement, Epstein's activities, and dismantling campus protections. She argues that violence is a tool used to maintain power that often favors violent men, with examples from high-profile cases to national events, illustrating how silence can be more dangerous than resistance.
JPMorgan Chase acknowledged in a court filing that it closed Donald Trump's accounts following the Jan. 6 Capitol attack, a point previously unconfirmed in writing. Trump filed a $5 billion lawsuit claiming political bias, amid broader debates about