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Image from the original article. Source: Supreme Court Blocks Trump Deportations Made Under Alien Enemies Act: The court found the Trump administration did not give detainees who were slated to be ...
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Key FactsSupreme Court Demands Notice Before Alien Enemies Deportations
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: msnbc.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: msnbc.com
- The Supreme Court has blocked the immediate deportation of migrants under the Alien Enemies Act by the Trump administration, requiring more notice before such actions.
- The decision follows a previous order deeming a 24-hour notice insufficient, lacking information on the rights to contest removal.
- The Court did not rule on the legality of Trump's application of the act, remanding the case for further review by a lower court.
- The justices emphasized the need for balancing national security interests with constitutional compliance.
Image from the original article. Source: Contributor: Lower-court judges have no business setting the law of the land: The justices should affirm that there's only one court meant to make nationwide ...
latimes.com/opinion/story/2025-05-16/nationwide-injunctions-supreme-court-birthright-citizenship

Key FactsSupreme Court Examines Trump's Birthright Citizenship Challenge
22h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- The U.S. Supreme Court deliberated on Donald Trump's efforts to restrict birthright citizenship for children of certain immigrants.
- Three judges issued nationwide injunctions blocking Trump's directive, which could deny citizenship to over 150,000 newborns annually.
- Conservative justices considered limiting lower courts' power to issue universal injunctions, while some liberal justices questioned the constitutionality of Trump's order.
- The court may decide whether to address the lawsuit based on the legal merits of Trump's directive, potentially delaying the resolution of its constitutionality.
"This order reflects the original meaning of the 14th Amendment, which guaranteed citizenship to the children of former slaves, not illegal aliens or temporary visitors."— D. John Sauer, the U.S. Solicitor General, spoke to the Supreme Court about Trump's directive.
Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to resume quick deportations of Venezuelans under 18th century law
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WATCH: Kagan says 'there’s no way' she’d bring birthright citizenship case to Supreme Court
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Clarence Thomas Appears to Side With Trump Move to Curtail Judges' Powers: President Donald Trump's administration has called for the power of judges to be ...
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Image from the original article. Source: Up to 1,000 transgender troops are being moved out of the military in new Pentagon order
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Key FactsPentagon Separates Up to 1,000 Transgender Troops
May 09 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pbs.org
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pbs.org
- The Pentagon has issued a directive for the immediate separation of up to 1,000 openly transgender service members from the military.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated the military is moving away from 'wokeness,' emphasizing a ban on the use of pronouns.
- Transgender troops must self-identify by June 6, 2024, as the separation process targets those diagnosed with gender dysphoria.
- The policy includes limited exemptions for those who can demonstrate direct support for warfighting efforts.
"No more pronouns."— Pete Hegseth, Defense Secretary, during a special operations forces conference in Tampa.
Judge says Trump administration not detailing efforts to return wrongly deported man
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Trump’s attacks on due process are a dangerous shift away from democracy | Opinion
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Trump Hammers Supreme Court After It Rules Against Him: ‘Dangerous Day for America!’
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2 officials fired by Trump return to court to challenge his power
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Image from the original article. Source: Former US Supreme Court Justice Souter dies: Bookish and reclusive jurist David Souter, who joined the U.S. Supreme Court as a supposed conservative
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Key FactsDavid Souter: A Quiet Justice with Lasting Impact
May 09 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- David Souter, former US Supreme Court Justice, passed away at 85 in New Hampshire.
- Originally nominated as a conservative, Souter became known for his liberal positions on issues like abortion rights and affirmative action.
- His retirement in 2009 allowed Barack Obama to appoint Sonia Sotomayor as the first Hispanic Justice.
- Souter was recognized for his intellect, sense of humor, and commitment to delivering just outcomes while leading a private life.
"There is no justification for denying the state the opportunity to try to count all disputed ballots now."— Justice David Souter expressed this in his dissenting opinion in the Bush v. Gore ruling.
Image from the original article. Source: White House considering suspending habeas corpus for deportations, Trump adviser Steven Miller says - UPI.com
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Key FactsTrump Considers Suspending Habeas Corpus Rights
May 12 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
- The Trump administration is considering suspending habeas corpus, which allows individuals to challenge their detention in court.
- White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller described the principle as a 'privilege' that could be suspended to facilitate the detention and deportation of immigrants.
- Habeas corpus has a long-standing significance as a legal cornerstone in democratic nations, being subject to suspension only under specific constitutional conditions.
- Modern courts recognize the right to habeas corpus for both citizens and non-citizens, although successfully filing a petition is quite rare.
The legal principle is a 'privilege' that could be suspended to make it easier to detain and deport immigrants.— Stephen Miller, White House Deputy Chief of Staff, comments on Trump's considerations regarding the suspension of habeas corpus.
Supreme Court unravels ‘absurdity’ of Trump’s birthright order, says WA AG: Attorney General Nick Brown said Supreme Court justices appear deeply skeptical of ...
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Trump asks Supreme Court to revoke legal status of 500,000 immigrants: The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to allow it to revoke temporary legal ...
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Trump slams Supreme Court, Springsteen and Swift : The posts showed Trump refocusing on a range of domestic issues and grievances following his whirlwind tour of ...
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Image from the original article. Source: Trump administration live updates: President announces end to sanctions on Syria during Middle East trip
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Key FactsTrump Declares End to Nation-Building in Middle East
May 15 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
- President Trump stated in Saudi Arabia that the U.S. will stop lecturing on how to live.
- He criticized decades of American intervention in the Middle East and urged people to determine their own destinies.
- The speech garnered mixed reactions, with some celebrating his views and others expressing skepticism.
- In Syria and Yemen, there was support for Trump's stance on sovereignty, despite frustrations over U.S. interventions.
The United States will no longer be 'giving you lectures on how to live.'— President Trump declared this during an investment conference in the Saudi capital of Riyadh.
Image from the original article. Source: Trump appoints former Fox News host as interim U.S. attorney for D.C. - UPI.com: President Donald Trump has appointed former Fox News host and ex-prosecutor ...
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Key FactsTrump Appoints Jeanine Pirro as Interim US Attorney
May 08 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
- Donald Trump has appointed Jeanine Pirro as the interim U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, following the withdrawal of Ed Martin's nomination.
- Pirro, a long-time Trump ally and former prosecutor, will succeed Martin, whose nomination failed due to lack of Senate support.
- Trump praised Pirro's credentials and her historic role as the first woman to hold various legal positions in New York, while also noting her defense of him amid political controversies.
- Pirro will be working in an office that often handles high-profile cases and has previously voiced strong opinions on political matters, including her support for Trump's unfounded election fraud claims.
"These hungry, tired, cold, defeated soldiers knew that it was their moment to stand up and fight for freedom. To many, Jan. 6 is such a moment."— Jeanine Pirro, comparing Trump's call to disrupt Congress' certification of the 2020 election results to the Revolutionary War.
Image from the original article. Source: Trump admin asks Supreme Court permission to resume Venezuelan deportations: In its filing, the administration said "serious difficulties have arisen" from some ...
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Key FactsWBD Renames Streaming Service to HBO Max
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: axios.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: axios.com
- The entity behind the streaming service is set to rename it from "Max" to "HBO Max" this summer, emphasizing a commitment to premium programming.
- This name change follows a recent update in Max's visual design that aligns it more closely with HBO's branding.
- The rebranding effort is part of a long history of identity transformations that HBO has undergone under various owners.
- The platform achieved profitability in 2024 and aims to exceed 150 million subscribers by the close of 2026.
"With the course we are on and strong momentum we are enjoying, we believe HBO Max far better represents our current consumer proposition. And it clearly states our implicit promise to deliver content that is recognized as unique and, to steal a line we always said at HBO, worth paying for."— Casey Bloys, chairman and CEO of HBO and Max Content, about the renaming of Max to HBO Max.
Why Only Republicans Have Free Speech: The Nation Magazine
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Trump asks the Supreme Court to allow his government downsizing plans to proceed: It's the latest in a string of emergency appeals the Trump administration has ...
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US Supreme Court grapples with Trump bid to restrict birthright citizenship: The U.S. Supreme Court wrestled on Thursday over Donald Trump's attempt to broadly ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-supreme-court-hear-trump-bid-restrict-birthright-citizenship-2025-05-15/
Majority of Americans oppose ending birthright citizenship, NPR/Ipsos poll finds: As the Supreme Court takes up birthright citizenship, a new poll finds that ...
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WATCH: 'Judicial independence is crucial,' Chief Justice Roberts says: Amid attacks on federal judges who have slowed President Donald Trump's ...
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Image from the original article. Source: Wisconsin judge indicted over obstructing immigration agents: A federal grand jury indicted Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan on Tuesday on charges of helping an ...
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Key FactsJudge Dugan Indicted for Assisting Immigration Evasion
May 13 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
- Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan has been indicted for allegedly helping an undocumented man evade immigration authorities.
- The indictment highlights tensions between the Trump administration and local officials regarding immigration enforcement.
- Dugan faces a potential six-year prison sentence if convicted and claims her innocence.
- A similar case against a Massachusetts judge during the Trump administration was ultimately dismissed.
"The situation is absurd."— Judge Hannah Dugan expressed her anger over the presence of immigration authorities.
Trump turns to US Supreme Court to pursue mass federal layoffs: President Donald Trump's administration on Friday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to lift a federal ...
reuters.com/world/us/trump-turns-us-supreme-court-pursue-government-restructuring-2025-05-16/
Image from the original article. Source: The Supreme Court just let Trump ban trans people from the military: Trump’s lawyers asked the Supreme Court to reinstate his ban on trans military service ...
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Key FactsSupreme Court Upholds Ban on Transgender Military Service
May 06 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- The Supreme Court has ruled that the Trump administration can immediately enforce a ban on transgender service members in the military.
- This decision marks a significant victory for President Trump as he seeks to advance parts of his agenda previously hindered by the courts.
- The new policy mandates the separation of service members diagnosed with or showing symptoms of gender dysphoria, and prohibits transgender individuals from joining the military.
- Opponents of the ban contend that discharging transgender personnel would adversely affect military readiness and cohesion.
The administration 'fails to contend with the reality that transgender service members have served openly for at least four years under (policies from previous administrations) without any discernable harm to military readiness, cohesion, order, or discipline.'— US District Judge Benjamin Settle, commenting on the administration's ban on transgender service members.
Judge Hannah Dugan is claiming judicial immunity in her defense. How does it work?
jsonline.com/story/news/local/2025/05/14/what-is-judicial-immunity-and-how-does-it-apply-to-judge-hannah-dugan/83625407007/

Two Supreme Court Justices Invited an All-Out Assault on the Voting Rights Act. Now It’s Here.
slate.com/news-and-politics/2025/05/supreme-court-justices-neil-gorsuch-clarence-thomas-voting-rights.html

Donald Trump slams Supreme Court ruling blocking deportation without a court hearing
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Hands off birthright: The Supreme Court must uphold the 14th Amendment: The U.S. Supreme Court needs to make completely clear that the first sentence of the 14th ...
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Chief Supreme Court Justice Gives Biggest Sign Yet of Trump Disapproval: Justice John Roberts said the rule of law was “endangered” and warned against “trashing” ...
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Kid Rock Blames ‘Ugly A**’ Liberal Women for Falling Birthrate in Gross Fox News Rant
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US supreme court live: justices appear divided on federal court powers in birthright citizenship case
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Transcript: Trump Tariff Fiasco Worsens as Media Exposes Fresh Scam: As new reporting reveals ugly truths about Trump’s trade war, a lawyer involved in an ...
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Trump’s Sh52 billion Qatar jet gift sparks constitutional firestorm: Trump claims that the jet will be displayed at his library, critics argue that this would ...
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Image from the original article. Source: Fox News host defends RFK Jr. swimming in Rock Creek: ‘That creek looks clean’: Fox News host Jesse Watters on Tuesday defended Health and Human Services (HHS) ...
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Key FactsKennedy Jr. Swims in Contaminated Rock Creek
May 13 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. shared photos of himself and his grandchildren swimming in Rock Creek, a contaminated waterway where swimming is prohibited due to sewage overflow.
- The creek has high levels of bacteria, including E. coli, leading the city to ban swimming in all waterways for over 50 years.
- Kennedy swam during a Mother's Day hike in Dumbarton Oaks Park, downstream from a tributary that receives around 40 million gallons of untreated sewage annually.
- This incident adds to his reputation for risky outdoor adventures that have characterized his public persona.
Sotomayor urges lawyers to ‘stand up’ amid Trump attacks: Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor urged lawyers Thursday to defend the judiciary amid verbal ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/5292200-supreme-court-justice-urges-defend-judiciary/

On West Coast, protesters rally to show support for birthright citizenship - UPI.com
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Image from the original article. Source: Wisconsin high court suspends Milwaukee judge accused of helping man evade immigration authorities
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Key FactsWisconsin Judge Suspended Over Immigration Evasion Charges
Apr 30 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pbs.org
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pbs.org
- The Wisconsin Supreme Court suspended a judge accused of aiding a man in evading immigration authorities.
- Judge Hannah Dugan was arrested by the FBI and faces two federal charges regarding her involvement.
- The court stated the suspension was necessary to maintain public confidence in the judicial system amid ongoing criminal proceedings.
- Dugan allegedly escorted an illegal immigrant away from authorities during a court session.
We are disappointed that the Court acted in unilateral fashion. We continue to assert Judge Dugan’s innocence and look forward to her vindication in court.— Dugan’s legal team expressed disappointment over the court's unilateral action and emphasized Judge Dugan’s innocence.
Image from the original article. Source: Fox Hosts Lose Their Mind Over James Comey’s ‘86 47’ Picture: Fox News hosts joined the rest of MAGAworld in calling for a probe into the former FBI director.
thedailybeast.com/fox-hosts-lose-their-mind-over-james-comeys-86-47-picture/

Key FactsComey Under Scrutiny After Controversial Instagram Post
1h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
- James Comey was interviewed by the U.S. Secret Service regarding an Instagram post interpreted as a call for violence against Donald Trump.
- The post featured seashells arranged to form '8647', which some interpreted as a suggestion to 'eliminate' and referenced Trump's presidency.
- Comey deleted the post, stating he had no intention of promoting violence and was unaware of its potential connotation.
- The incident has led to significant political backlash, with Trump and allies calling for legal action against Comey.
"I had no intention of promoting violence."— James Comey explains that he was unaware of the potential connotation of his Instagram post.
Image from the original article. Source: Judge says Trump may use Alien Enemies Act for deportations in Pa.: The government must give targeted migrants at least 21 days’ notice and a chance to challenge ...
washingtonpost.com/immigration/2025/05/13/deportations-alien-enemies-pennsylvania-trump-judge/
Key FactsTrump Wins Key Legal Battle Over Deportation Powers
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
- U.S. District Judge Stephanie Haines supported the Trump administration's application of the Alien Enemies Act to remove Venezuelan nationals.
- In March 2025, Trump invoked the act to facilitate the swift deportation of individuals suspected of ties to the Tren de Aragua gang.
- The decision requires at least 21 days' notice for individuals facing removal, marking a significant change from the previous notice period.
- While deportations can proceed in Pennsylvania, they are still blocked in other regions.
"The court cannot help but ask: Is a Foreign Terrorist Organization like [Tren de Aragua] not the modern equivalent of a pirate or robber?"— U.S. District Judge Stephanie Haines commented on the legal implications of the application of the Alien Enemies Act.
Trump asks US Supreme Court to allow revocation of migrants' legal status: President Donald Trump's administration asked the U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday to ...
reuters.com/world/us/trump-asks-us-supreme-court-allow-revocation-migrants-legal-status-2025-05-08/
In birthright citizenship case, US Supreme Court gets two controversies in one: One of President Donald Trump's most contentious policies - his attempt to ...
reuters.com/world/us/birthright-citizenship-case-us-supreme-court-gets-two-controversies-one-2025-05-13/
Due Process Is a Right, Not a Privilege You Get for Being Good: If Kilmar Abrego Garcia is guilty of the crimes he is accused of, then the Trump administration ...
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Image from the original article. Source: Trump says he doesn’t ‘know’ if he must uphold the Constitution: Trump says his administration will follow the Supreme Court even as he and staff reinterpret its ...
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Key FactsTrump's Confused Stance on the Constitution
May 04 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: npr.org
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: npr.org
- President Trump stated in an interview that he does not know if he needs to uphold the Constitution, while asserting that his lawyers will follow the Supreme Court's guidance.
- He emphasized that immigration policy is a key issue for the upcoming presidential elections and criticized the courts for preventing him from deporting millions of undocumented immigrants.
- Trump attributed economic issues to Biden while claiming responsibility for the economy's positive aspects, praising his tariff policies.
- Furthermore, he commented on the potential use of military force against Greenland and asserted that he respects the rights of his critics, despite frequently attacking them.
I don't know.— President Trump, when asked if he thinks he needs to uphold the Constitution.
‘Stone Cold CRAZY!’ Trump Lashes Out at ‘Sleazebag’ Democrats Playing ‘Ref ...: President Donald Trump lashed out at "stone cold CRAZY" Democrats — this time ...
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The Trump Administration Is Letting In Just One Group of Refugees. The Choice Speaks Volumes.
slate.com/news-and-politics/2025/05/afrikaners-donald-trump-refugees-immigration-rumeysa-ozturk.html

US Supreme Court revives lawsuit against cop in fatal Houston shooting: The U.S. Supreme Court revived on Thursday a Texas woman's civil rights lawsuit against a ...
reuters.com/legal/us-supreme-court-revives-lawsuit-against-cop-fatal-houston-shooting-2025-05-15/
Pregnant immigrants warily eye US Supreme Court birthright citizenship case: Every time Barbara, a 35-year-old asylum seeker from Cuba, goes to her prenatal ...
reuters.com/world/us/pregnant-immigrants-warily-eye-us-supreme-court-birthright-citizenship-case-2025-05-14/

Supreme Court broadens standard for unreasonable force claims against police: The Supreme Court on Thursday made it easier to bring unreasonable force claims ...
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/5301842-supreme-court-rules-on-police-force/

Kristi Noem Ignores the Law — and Reality — in Tense Immigration Hearing: Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem testified before the House of Representatives ...
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Image from the original article. Source: ‘Fox & Friends’ Guest Fumes at Walmart for Hiking Prices Over Trump Tariffs: Batya Ungar-Sargon claimed Walmart posted $169 billion in profit last year ...
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Key FactsTariffs Drive Price Increases: Walmart Confirms Reality
11h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Tariffs are resulting in price increases, confirmed by Walmart.
- Walmart's CEO, Doug McMillon, stated that the high tariffs cannot be absorbed, leading to price hikes.
- While consumers currently benefit from stockpiled inventory, higher costs will soon appear on shelves.
- Economists warn of potential economic challenges triggered by trade policies.
Given the magnitude of the tariffs, even at the reduced levels announced this week, we aren’t able to absorb all the pressure given the reality of narrow retail margins.— Doug McMillon, CEO of Walmart, on an earnings call.
US judge halts land exchange for Rio Tinto copper mine opposed by Native Americans
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Image from the original article. Source: Trump admin invokes "state secrets" privilege in Ábrego García case: It's the second time the Trump administration has sought to utilize the privilege recently.
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Key FactsTesla Faces Sales Crisis in Europe
May 06 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: axios.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: axios.com
- Tesla's sales in Europe significantly declined in April.
- Customers are distancing themselves from the brand following CEO Elon Musk's support for Trump.
- Sales dropped by 81% in Sweden, 74% in the Netherlands, and 67% in Denmark.
- Musk acknowledged unexpected challenges ahead, while competition from BYD is rising.
The company is expecting to face 'some unexpected bumps this year'.— Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, during the earnings call in April.
Image from the original article. Source: Trump Tariffs: What To Know As Legal Hearing Considers Whether To Block Tariffs Today
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Key FactsTrump's Tariff Strategy: Achievements and Challenges
May 13 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- The U.S.-China tariff truce has initially boosted global stock prices but fails to address longstanding concerns about China's economic model.
- The Trump administration faces challenges in conducting complex negotiations with China and other countries within a tight timeframe.
- Experts doubt substantial agreements with China can be reached in the next 90 days, while compliance with past commitments remains questionable.
- Long-term solutions are essential to resolve deep trade differences between the U.S. and China, but time is limited and uncertainty persists.
"What we really need is more consistency. U.S. companies need to be able to plan instead of scramble to reroute supply chains, which can be difficult to do quickly. And American families are quite spooked by the impact these and other tariffs are going to have on their pocketbook."— Miriam Sapiro, a nonresident fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies and former acting USTR chief under then-President Barack Obama.
Judge Arrested by Trump Administration Fights Back With Trump’s Own Immunity Case
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Military colonel reacts to SCOTUS allowing transgender military ban: NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Col. Bree Fram, an openly transgender member of the U.S ...
npr.org/2025/05/13/nx-s1-5395704/update-on-the-trans-military-ban

Birthright citizenship dispute at the Supreme Court has broad implications for Trump's agenda
nbcnews.com/politics/supreme-court/birthright-citizenship-dispute-supreme-court-broad-implications-trumps-rcna206401

What is the Emoluments Clause? And how might it apply to Qatar giving Trump a plane?
detroitnews.com/story/news/politics/2025/05/12/what-is-the-emoluments-clause-and-how-might-it-apply-to-qatar-giving-trump-a-plane/83582386007/

Donald Trump Warns That Supreme Court Ruling Against Him Could Destroy US: The president took to Truth Social as legal efforts to stop his administration ...
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Trump is chipping away at our democracy right now while lawmakers cower in fear | Opinion
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Image from the original article. Source: Trump aims for superior Air Force One, critiques current: President Trump has criticized the current Air Force One as “much smaller” and “much less impressive” ...
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Key FactsTrump and Qatar: Political Rivals Unite Against Jet Deal
May 15 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
- Donald Trump's plan to accept a luxury jet from Qatar has drawn criticism and concern from both opponents and supporters.
- The proposal is seen by many as a potential bribe, raising eyebrows even among his base.
- Legal implications of the deal are under scrutiny, with the government asserting the jet is a gift to the U.S. Department of Defense.
- Some Republicans express worry over possible conflicts of interest and security risks, while others support the acceptance of the gift.
"You should be embarrassed asking that question."— Donald Trump, responding to a reporter's question about the ethics of accepting a luxury jet from Qatar during a news conference at the White House.
America's long history of 'checks and balances' is being tested by Trump like rarely before
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Image from the original article. Source: The Supreme Court Seems to Think the Separation of Church and State Is Anti-Catholic Bigotry
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Key FactsSupreme Court Considers Religious Charter Schools in Oklahoma
Apr 30 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: washingtonpost.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: washingtonpost.com
- The U.S. Supreme Court appears open to establishing the nation's first public religious charter school in Oklahoma, potentially reshaping American education.
- A ruling in favor of St. Isidore would allow taxpayer funding for a faith-based school, enhancing the role of religion in public life.
- Liberal justices expressed skepticism about the proposal, while conservative justices considered implications for religious institutions.
- The court's decision could have significant effects on school funding and the intersection of religion and education.
We’re not going to pay religious leaders to teach their religion.— Justice Sonia Sotomayor expressed this during the oral argument regarding the legality of St. Isidore, highlighting the importance of the separation of church and state.
Live updates: Trump departs UAE, wrapping up Mideast trip focused on deals, investments
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‘A Loss For President Trump’: CNN’s Paula Reid Breaks Down Supreme Court’s Latest ...
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Fox News analyst faints and falls out of chair on air, and host tries to carry on with show
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Republican Jefferson Griffin concedes North Carolina Supreme Court race: Republican Jefferson Griffin conceded the 2024 North Carolina Supreme Court race on ...
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Image from the original article. Source: Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow DOGE into Social Security systems
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Key FactsTrump Administration Seeks Supreme Court's Approval for DOGE Access
May 02 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- The Trump administration requested the Supreme Court to pause a lower court's ruling that restricts access to sensitive Social Security data.
- The Solicitor General argued that the judicial order limits President Donald Trump's executive powers and hinders essential government functions.
- The court has asked union attorneys opposing DOGE's access to respond by May 12.
- The appeals court rejected the Trump administration's claim that DOGE cannot operate without access to personal data, noting that work could be accomplished with anonymized information.
The district court’s flawed injunction forecloses the Executive Branch from carrying out the pressing priorities of modernizing government information systems and ferreting out fraud, waste, and abuse.— D. John Sauer, Solicitor General of the Trump administration, in a filing to the Supreme Court.
Trump ‘actively looking’ at suspending the right to challenge detention in court: The comments from a key White House official came as a US judge ordered the ...
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Supreme Court rules totality of circumstances must be considered in police shootings
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DHS Secretary Flouts SCOTUS Order, Says ‘No Scenario’ Where Abrego Garcia Comes Back
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Brett Kavanaugh Just Gave a Gratuitous Win to Cops Who Kill: The court explicitly declined to answer the big question, even though it hovered over the case and ...
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Trump’s Bid to End Birthright Citizenship Reaches the Supreme Court: Administration asks for power to implement president’s reinterpretation of 14th Amendment ...
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The GOP Is Already Planning to Win the Midterms... by Suppressing Your Vote!: The party is taking no chances on the upcoming plebiscite and has hatched a plan to ...
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Trump says 'I don't know' when asked if he must uphold the Constitution: President Donald Trump said, "I don't know," when asked on NBC's "Meet the Press" ...
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Inside the growing push for more religion in public schools: GOP-led states fuel push for expanded voucher programs and Bibles and the Ten Commandments in ...
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Tragic loss ... Former Springboks star Cornal Hendricks passes away at 37: South African rugby is in mourning following the sudden passing of Cornal Hendricks ...
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Amy Coney Barrett Confronts Trump Admin Lawyer on Respecting Court Rulings: Barrett questioned D. John Sauer about his claim the administration will "generally" ...
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