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Historian: US Escalation Against Venezuela Isn’t About Drugs — It’s About Maduro
Trump declared a blockade on all sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela amid a vast US military buildup.
Federal Agencies May Soon Lose Power to Regulate Independently of Trump’s Will
SCOTUS has signaled a willingness to no longer insulate agency personnel from decisions made by the executive branch.
Omar Slams DHS for Accusing Her of Lying About ICE Apprehending Her Son
“No surprise that an agency known for disappearing people also can’t keep its records straight,” Omar’s office said.
Trump Sues the BBC — But the UK Broadcaster Insists It Won’t Back Down
“We will be defending this case,” a BBC spokesperson said after Trump announced the lawsuit.
Trump Designates Fentanyl as a “Weapon of Mass Destruction”
The declaration comes as Trump has been escalating his illegal and unprovoked military campaign against Venezuela.
Experts Say Even Average Venezuelans Critical of Maduro Won’t Back Regime Change
A US military attack “would bring more chaos, more poverty,” one Caracas resident said.
Trump Suggests Rob Reiner Deserved to Be Killed Because of His Liberal Views
The director was brutally killed “due to the anger he caused others” over his criticism of Trump, the president said.
US Relied on Illegal Sanctions to Seize Venezuelan Oil Tanker
US armed forces' seizure of the oil tanker constituted an unlawful use of force in violation of the UN Charter.
Why Are Dem Governors Staying Silent About Trump’s Attack on State AI Laws?
An army of industry lobbyists met with Democratic governors this week, days before Trump issued a new executive order.
Trump’s Monroe Doctrine 2.0 Outlines Imperial Intentions for Latin America
The administration's National Security Strategy signals a return to more outwardly interventionist policies.