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MAGA’s New Meltdown Shows How Little They Actually Know About the Law: Stephen Miller and other MAGA stooges are adamant that Donald Trump can deport whomever he ...
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Trump Officials Just Got Even More Power to Send People to Guantánamo: Trump promised to only send the worst people to Guantánamo Bay. A new memo shows that’s ...
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Image from the original article. Source: Bruce Springsteen rails against ‘corrupt, incompetent and treasonous’ Trump administration
independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/bruce-springsteen-donald-trump-corrupt-manchester-b2751268.html

Key FactsBruce Springsteen Critiques Trump at UK Concert
3h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mirror.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mirror.co.uk
- Bruce Springsteen launched his Land of Home and Dreams Tour in Manchester, expressing his outrage at the political climate in the U.S.
- He labeled the U.S. administration as corrupt and treasonous, calling on the audience to stand against authoritarianism.
- Throughout the concert, he performed several songs reflecting his concerns for America, emphasizing the importance of unity and human rights.
- Springsteen concluded with a message of hope and belief in humanity as he addressed his fans.
"The last check on power after the checks and balances of government have failed are the people, you and me."— Bruce Springsteen, during his concert in Manchester, emphasizing the importance of the people in a democracy.
Image from the original article. Source: Mexican security chief confirms cartel family members entered US in a deal with Trump administration
independent.co.uk/news/donald-trump-sinaloa-cartel-mexican-ovidio-guzman-lopez-mexico-city-b2750448.html

Key FactsFamily Members of Drug Lord Enter U.S. Amid Deal
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cbsnews.com
- Ovidio Guzman Lopez, brother of imprisoned drug lord 'El Chapo', is leading a faction of the Sinaloa Cartel.
- Seventeen family members of Guzman Lopez crossed into the U.S. as part of a deal with the Trump administration, confirmed by Mexico's security chief.
- Rumors suggest Guzman Lopez may plead guilty to evade trial for drug trafficking after his extradition in 2023.
- U.S. authorities have charged several top Sinaloa Cartel leaders with 'narcoterrorism', indicating increasing pressure on cartel leadership.
"It is evident that his family is going to the U.S. because of a negotiation or an offer that the Department of Justice is giving him."— Omar García Harfuch, Mexican Security Secretary, in a radio interview about the crossing of family members of Ovidio Guzmán López into the U.S.
The U.S.-China trade ‘deal’ is no deal. The U.S. just blinked.: Last month, U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports skyrocketed to 145%.
msnbc.com/opinion/msnbc-opinion/us-china-trade-tariffs-deal-trump-blinked-rcna206348

A once-fringe theory on birthright citizenship comes to the Supreme Court: The Trump administration seeks to challenge the constitutional provision that ...
npr.org/2025/05/15/nx-s1-5395840/birthright-citizenship-supreme-court

Massive Cost of Trump’s Birthday Military Parade Revealed: As many as 25 tanks will thunder through Washington, D.C. on the big day.
thedailybeast.com/massive-cost-of-trumps-birthday-military-parade-revealed/

Image from the original article. Source: Tulsi Gabbard Fires Top Intelligence Officials Who Contradicted Trump: Tulsi Gabbard fired two high level intelligence officials days after releasing a report ...
rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/tulsi-gabbard-fires-intelligence-officials-tren-de-aragua-1235339649/

Key FactsGabbard Dismisses Officials Over Contradictory Intelligence Report
12h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- Tulsi Gabbard dismissed two top intelligence officials who oversaw an assessment contradicting President Trump's claims about the Tren de Aragua gang.
- The assessment challenged the rationale for invoking the Alien Enemies Act, which allows for the summary deportation of suspected gang members without standard due process.
- Gabbard cited politicized intelligence as the reason for the dismissals, while critics warned that this undermines objectivity within the intelligence community.
- Democratic lawmakers and former intelligence officials condemned the firings and called for Gabbard to provide evidence regarding the alleged political bias.
It’s clearly a signal to tell analysts throughout the intelligence community: ‘you tell the truth, you provide objective analysis, as you’re supposed to be doing, you are running the risk of getting fired,’— John Brennan, former director of the CIA, regarding Gabbard's firings.
Georgetown researcher released from immigration detention on federal judge's order
npr.org/2025/05/14/g-s1-66606/georgetown-badar-khan-suri-immigration-release

Senate Democrats want investigation into whether Trump administration helping Musk make Starlink deals
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Afrikaner Granted Refugee Status by Trump Is Linked to Antisemitic Posts: The Trump administration has tried to deport foreign-born protesters for what it calls ...
nytimes.com/2025/05/14/us/politics/trump-afrikaner-refugee-antisemitism.html

Image from the original article. Source: As Harvard Battles Trump, Its President Will Take a 25% Pay Cut: The university is facing cuts of more than $2.6 billion in federal funding and has already taken ...
nytimes.com/2025/05/14/us/harvard-garber-trump-pay.html

Key FactsHarvard Resists Trump Administration Influence
May 12 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: axios.com
- Harvard President Alan Garber criticized the Trump administration in a letter as unlawful and emphasized their shared priority of combating antisemitism.
- The university defends itself against allegations from Education Secretary Linda McMahon claiming Harvard violates federal laws, having filed a lawsuit in response.
- Garber refuted claims that Harvard is partisan and stated that the university would not surrender its principles out of fear of retaliation.
- He also outlined the university's efforts to combat antisemitism and promote intellectual diversity, emphasizing merit-based selection without quotas.
Harvard's efforts to achieve these goals are undermined and threatened by the federal government's overreach into the constitutional freedoms of private universities and its continuing disregard of Harvard's compliance with the law.— Alan Garber, President of Harvard, in a letter addressing the Trump administration's actions.
Trump administration rescinds curbs on AI chip exports to foreign markets: After a week of promises to alter the policy, the U.S. Department of Commerce has ...
apnews.com/article/trump-biden-ai-chip-export-curbs-rescinded-bb05a9760abb8a320a447f58599e2ab6

Harvard president takes 25 percent pay cut amid funding battle with Trump: Harvard President Alan Garber has decided to take a 25 percent pay cut as the ...
thehill.com/homenews/education/5300892-harvard-univeristy-president-trump-funding-cuts/

Image from the original article. Source: In rare move, Congress pushes back on Trump over Library of Congress: Lawmakers are raising separation-of-powers concerns as the White House seeks to install a ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/05/13/trump-library-of-congress-power-struggle/

Key FactsTrump Appoints Former Lawyer as Acting Librarian
May 12 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: axios.com
- President Trump will name Todd Blanche, the deputy attorney general, as the acting Librarian of Congress.
- Blanche, who represented Trump in his hush money trial, currently holds the second-highest position in the Justice Department.
- This appointment illustrates how administration officials are managing multiple roles.
- Trump recently ousted former Librarian Carla Hayden, the first woman and Black American to hold the position.
Pete Buttigieg hammers Trump at Iowa town hall amid 2028 presidential speculation
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Image from the original article. Source: Trump administration faces criticism for prioritizing white South African refugees
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Key FactsControversy Surrounds White South African Refugees
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: english.elpais.com
- On May 12, 49 white South Africans were welcomed as refugees in the U.S., sparking international controversy.
- The Trump administration granted asylum based on alleged discrimination, a claim rejected by the South African government and human rights organizations.
- President Ramaphosa called the allegations of 'genocide' against white South Africans completely false, citing statistics that do not support racially motivated violence.
- Critics argue the decision contradicts the Trump administration's broader immigration policies, which have denied refugees from other countries.
"It has been painful to watch one group of refugees, selected in a highly unusual manner, receive preferential treatment over many others who have been waiting in refugee camps or dangerous conditions for years."— Public letter by Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe criticizing the government's decision.
Deported 2-year-old’s family dropping lawsuit against Trump administration: The attorneys for the family of a 2-year-old deported to Honduras with her mother ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/5300022-deported-2-year-olds-family-dropping-lawsuit-against-trump-administration/

Image from the original article. Source: Federal judge OKs use of Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans who are labeled gang members
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Key FactsTrump Wins Key Legal Battle Over Deportation Powers
22h · 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.
Gateway Arch featured in ad campaign protesting Trump’s park cuts: A billboard featuring the St. Louis Gateway Arch reads "Greetings from Gateway Arch ...
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20 states sue Trump administration over conditions on federal transportation, disaster-relief funds
cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/20-states-sue-trump-conditions-federal-funds/

National Security Council expected to be overhauled under Rubio: A significant overhaul of the National Security Council at the White House is expected in the ...
cnn.com/2025/05/14/politics/rubio-national-security-council-overhaul

Image from the original article. Source: Schumer announces blanket hold on DOJ political nominees as he demands answers on Qatari plane
cnn.com/2025/05/13/politics/schumer-qatar-plane-trump-justice-department

Key FactsSchumer Blocks Trump DOJ Nominees Over Qatar Jet Gift
May 13 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has placed a hold on all Trump Justice Department nominees while seeking answers about a luxury jet gift from Qatar.
- He demands an explanation from Attorney General Pam Bondi regarding the legality of the gift under the Emoluments Clause and insists she testify before Congress.
- Schumer criticized the DOJ for failing to enforce the Foreign Agent Registration Act and called for greater transparency in foreign dealings.
- President Trump defended the jet as a 'very nice gesture,' stating it would eventually be used for his presidential library.
The Attorney General must testify before both the House and Senate to explain why gifting Donald Trump a private jet does not violate the emoluments clause — which requires congressional approval — or any other ethics laws.— Chuck Schumer, during his remarks on the Senate floor regarding the situation with Qatar.
Image from the original article. Source: Gift or Grift? Trump Under Fire over Qatar's Plan to Give Him $400M “Flying Palace”
democracynow.org/2025/5/13/public_citizen_qatar_air_force_one

Key FactsTrump and Qatar: Political Rivals Unite Against Jet Deal
9h · 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.
DOGE says it has canceled thousands of federal contracts, grants and leases. Here's a searchable list.
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Abrego Garcia's attorneys say Trump administration has "stonewalled" in facilitating his release
cbsnews.com/news/kilmar-abrego-garcia-attorneys-trump-administration-stonewalled/

Kristi Noem Ignores the Law — and Reality — in Tense Immigration Hearing: Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem testified before the House of Representatives ...
rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/kristi-noem-defends-trump-deportation-agenda-hearing-1235339422/

20 states sue over Trump administration linking grants, immigration enforcement: Democratic Attorneys General from 20 states have filed two lawsuits against the ...
thehill.com/homenews/5298257-20-states-sue-trump-administration-grants-immigration-enforcement/

Trump thinks we are in a "post-constitutional" era. Conservative judges aren't buying it
salon.com/2025/05/14/one-major-part-of-project-2025-is-falling-apart/

Noem's claim that Afghan refugees can safely return to their Taliban-ruled homeland is 'just absurd,' advocates say
nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/noems-claim-afghan-refugees-can-safely-return-taliban-ruled-homeland-j-rcna206665

Trump administration plans to deploy hundreds more federal agents to ramp up immigration enforcement across the country
cnn.com/2025/05/13/politics/trump-administration-federal-agents-immigration-enforcement

Trump administration cuts $450M more in Harvard grants, alleging antisemitism: President Trump’s administration announced that it is cutting another $450 million ...
thehill.com/homenews/education/5297750-trump-harvard-funding-cuts-antisemitism/

Trump's absurd fight to control the Library of Congress exposes a key weakness: The Trump administration has lots of people with two jobs, including Deputy ...
msnbc.com/opinion/msnbc-opinion/trump-library-of-congress-todd-blanche-rcna206506

Trump's fast-tracked deal for a copper mine heightens existential fight for Apache
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US Lining Up More Countries to Take Its Deportees: Besides El Salvador, where the United States has already sent detainees, Rwanda and Libya have records of ...
nytimes.com/2025/05/14/world/trump-administration-deportees.html

Trump's trade war wins so far: More talk, uncertainty and deadlines: More than a month after President Donald Trump’s tariff-focused “Liberation Day ...
nbcnews.com/business/business-news/trump-tariff-agreement-us-china-uk-what-it-means-what-to-know-rcna206365

The Office of Refugee Resettlement Is Becoming an Immigration Enforcement Arm, Sources Say
propublica.org/article/office-of-refugee-resettlement-immigration-enforcement-trump

Democrat Adam Schiff presses DOD inspector general for details on Trump's Qatari plane gift
abcnews.go.com/Politics/democrat-adam-schiff-presses-dod-inspector-general-details/story

Trump Administration Cuts Additional $450 Million in Grants to Harvard: The latest broadside from the federal government comes as Harvard faces multiple ...
nytimes.com/2025/05/13/us/politics/trump-harvard-grants-450-million.html

Musk’s DOGE Is Falling Spectacularly Short of His Target: The billionaire’s goal to slash “at least $2 trillion” is a long, long way off.
thedailybeast.com/musks-doge-is-falling-spectacularly-short-of-his-target/

States say Trump holding funds ‘hostage’ contingent on immigration enforcement: Two Democratic-led lawsuits are the latest legal challenge to President Donald ...
washingtonpost.com/immigration/2025/05/13/trump-democrats-sanctuary-lawsuit-immigration/
ICE admits nine people have died in custody this year as it requests more funding
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/ice-deaths-detention-trump-funding-b2751150.html

Ireland hopes to entice academics as US becomes ‘a cold place for free thinkers’: Proposed scheme involves talent scouts offering attractive packages to tempt ...
theguardian.com/world/2025/may/13/ireland-hopes-to-entice-academics-us-cold-place-for-free-thinkers

Trump says he’ll accept a $400m gift from Qatar — which helped fund Hamas: The president says he's fighting antisemitism — but also taking a $400 million Boeing ...
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LA port chief says uncertainty remains as U.S.-China agree to trade war pause | Here & Now
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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 ...
newsweek.com/donald-trump-supreme-court-immigration-migrants-deportations-2071433

WHO vaccine leader on eroding trust in public health | Here & Now: The Trump administration's decision to leave the World Health Organization could have serious ...
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Trump administration asks Supreme Court to resume deportation of nearly 200 Venezuelan migrants
cnn.com/2025/05/13/politics/trump-supreme-court-venezuela-deportation
Science Tells Us the U.S. Is Heading toward a Dictatorship: The red flags abound—political research tells us the U.S. is becoming an autocracy
scientificamerican.com/article/science-tells-us-the-u-s-is-heading-toward-a-dictatorship/

How Dartmouth Has Avoided Trump’s Retribution So Far: Dartmouth College is not on the Trump administration’s target lists and its funding remains intact ...
nytimes.com/2025/05/11/us/politics/dartmouth-college-trump.html

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