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Freedom confronts policy as a Palestinian Columbia student, released from ICE detention, publicly challenges President Trump while the administration celebrates its first 100 days amid concerning economic indicators. The intersection of immigration enforcement, presidential messaging, and economic reality defines this moment in American politics.

• Palestinian Columbia student Mohsen Mahdawi released from ICE custody after...

 Nuclear tensions between India and Pakistan escalate after a deadly tourist attack in Kashmir, with India suspending the crucial Indus Water Treaty that survived decades of conflict. Pakistan warns that any attempt to stop or divert water flow would be considered an act of war, creating a dangerous flashpoint between these nuclear-armed rivals.

• India-Pakistan water dispute threatens to trigger unprecedented conflict

Secretary Rubio demands Iran abandon uranium enrichment while Ukraine peace talks stall over Crimea's status, showcasing the complex challenges facing the administration.

• Secretary Rubio draws firm line with Iran, insisting on complete abandonment of uranium enrichment
• Ukraine peace talks hit roadblock with Zelensky refusing to recognize Russian claims to Crimea
• AG Pam Bondi announces cuts to DOJ program...

The FDA has finally acknowledged what many parents have suspected for decades – those artificial food dyes aren't just making snacks colorful, they're potentially harmful to our kids. Commissioner Macari didn't hold back, calling the last 50 years "one of the largest uncontrolled scientific experiments in the world on our nation's children without their consent." While health advocates celebrate this l...

 The global economic landscape is shifting as China threatens countries seeking US tariff exemptions, warning them they're "seeking the skin from a tiger" while Trump meets with major retailers to discuss tariff impacts.

• China issuing direct threats to countries making deals with the US to avoid Trump's tariffs
• President Trump increasing tariffs on Chinese imports to 145%, with China retaliating...

 Pope Francis has died at 88, leaving the Catholic Church to prepare for a conclave where 120 cardinals will select the next leader of 1.4 billion Catholics worldwide. The papal succession process highlights potential candidates representing diverse theological perspectives while Pentagon drama unfolds with Defense Secretary Hegseth under fire for sharing sensitive military information through Signal groups.

• Pope Francis...

 • The Trump administration's implementation of Real ID after two decades sparks fierce backlash from libertarian Republicans like Thomas Massey and Sarah Palin who call it "Big Brother" overreach
• Elon Musk's SpaceX leads a Silicon Valley coalition eyeing billion-dollar contracts for Trump's "Golden Dome" missile defense shield, raising questions about government procurement
• Trump surp...

 • NY Attorney General Letitia James faces federal criminal referral for mortgage fraud, allegedly misrepresenting her primary residence and property details for better loan terms
• UK Supreme Court unanimously rules the definition of woman is based on biological sex, not gender identity in landmark 88-page decision
• Mother of murdered Maryland woman delivers heartbreaking testimony about her daughter's brutal killing...

 • House Democrats seeking delegation status to visit El Salvador's controversial Seacott prison, requiring Republican approval
• Wisconsin teen charged with murdering parents allegedly part of neo-Nazi plot to assassinate President Trump
• Nvidia announces massive $500 billion investment to build AI supercomputers on US soil
• Trump promises expedited permits as part of his "Golden Age of America" manufa...

 • PA Governor Josh Shapiro targeted in arson attack during Passover, suspect charged with terrorism and attempted murder
• Financial expert Ray Dalio warns of "something worse than recession" if Trump's tariff policies aren't managed properly
• Arizona counties begin removing non-citizens from voter rolls following successful lawsuit targeting 50,000 registrants
• Russian missiles kill 34 civilians ...

 Chinese Nationals Fighting For Russia: Ukrainian President Zelensky's forces capture Chinese nationals fighting for Russia, potentially escalating international tensions as Putin seeks more allies for his war effort. Trump's market-moving social media post and subsequent tariff announcement recover $4 trillion in value, raising questions of timing and ethics.

• House narrowly passes Trump's budget blueprint...

 • Rep. Jasmine Crockett made controversial comments suggesting America needs immigrants because "we done picking cotton" 
  Trump administration reportedly considering drone strikes against drug cartels operating in Mexico
• Representative Jasmine Crockett made controversial comments suggesting America needs immigrants because "we done picking cotton"
• Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans...

 • Supreme Court lifts blocks on Trump administration's use of 1798 Alien Enemies Act in a narrow 5-4 decision
• Attorney General Pam Bondi plans to "scour the country" for members of Tren de Aragua gang for deportation
• European Union extends offer to eliminate industrial tariffs which Trump dismisses, citing $350 billion trade deficit
• Trump characterizes EU as "formed to really do damage to the ...

• "PaniCans"

 • DOGE's performance review shows Americans deeply split – some praise the $130 billion in claimed savings while others criticize the "sledgehammer approach"
• Markets experience third straight day of decline following Trump's tariff announcement, with the president telling investors not to be "panicans"
• America's electric utilities face unprecedented demand...

 • Tens of thousands of demonstrators converged in DC and cities across America for "Hands-Off" rallies against Trump's policies
• Organizers like Indivisible and MoveOn.org urged protesters to "keep them afraid" as Congressman Raskin called Trump "deranged"
• French court banned Marine Le Pen from running for office for 5 years, prompting Trump to decry "lawfare" against politic...

 • TikTok sale deal was ready for Trump's signature before his Chinese tariff announcement caused ByteDance to back out
• Potential buyers included major corporations like Oracle and Amazon, plus surprise bidders like OnlyFans' founder
• Trump announced a 75-day extension beyond Saturday's deadline, claiming "tariffs are the most powerful economic tool"
• Senate Republicans passed Trump's b...

 •TEMU Hit Hard, Closing the de minimis trade loophole effective May 2nd, ending tax-free entry of shipments under $800
• Chinese e-commerce giants Temu and Shein will face either 30% duty or flat fees of $20-$50 per item
• Unusual tariff calculation method based on dividing trade deficits by total imports
• Mortgage rates fell to lowest level since October following market reaction to tariff news
• Housing remains ...

 • 10% tariff on all imports, roughly tripling the previous average rate
• Country-specific tariffs hitting up to 24% for some nations, including 20% on EU goods, 24% on Japanese imports, and 17% on products from Israel
• Trump justifies policy by citing America's prosperity from 1789-1913 as a "tariff-backed nation"
• Markets responded immediately with futures dropping across major indices
• Amazon m...

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