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“I Am the Code” — Trump’s Demands for Ballroom Led to First Architect Quitting
With limited exceptions, federal law mandates that new federal construction projects abide by safety codes.
Critics Slam Trump Propaganda Ad Paid for by the US Government as Illegal
The White House ad is an “unmistakable [sign] you live under an authoritarian, fascist government,” said one critic.
Judge Blocks Trump’s White House Press Ban, Says Journos’ Rights Likely Violated
Reporters for CNN, MS NOW, and Politico said they were initially still denied White House access after the ruling.
Most Voters Support Impeaching Hegseth Over Iran War, Poll Finds
Recent UN reports accusing the US of war crimes specifically called out the defense secretary as bearing responsibility.
DOJ Cites “National Security” to Defend Trump’s White House Ban on News Outlets
Polling shows nearly 6 in 10 Americans disapprove of Trump's move to block CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from covering him.
Trump’s Final Battle to Sabotage the Midterms
Speaker Mike Johnson could block the seating of victorious Democrats in the House of Representatives on January 3.
Trump Attempts to Rebrand Artificial Intelligence as “Super Intelligence”
The president explained that all official US documents will now refer to AI as “SI.”
Trump Administration Aims to “Asphyxiate” Cuba Into Submission, Diplomat Says
Meanwhile, the CIA recently formed a new secret task force as part of a widening US effort to destabilize Cuba.
Senator Says European Nations Must Sanction Trump, Rubio Before US Wrecks ICC
Sen. Chris Van Hollen said that Trump and Rubio’s attacks on the ICC seek to obstruct investigations into Netanyahu.
Mass Protest Planned Against Netanyahu’s UN Speech in NYC Thursday
Netanyahu is attempting to “insult and demean the international system" with his visit, one activist said.