Michelle Obama launches a video podcast, "IMO," with brother Craig Robinson, debuting at SXSW. Future guests include Issa Rae and Seth Rogen.
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Only five Zpectrum plants remained by the end of the last episode, with a few days left in the vegetative room.
Jesse Jackson, a pivotal figure in U.S. politics, commemorated the 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday in Selma, reflecting his enduring impact.
A case against a Trump order blocking refugee resettlement is advancing, with court-ordered efforts to restart ongoing.
The Trump administration revives family detention centers, impacting U.S. communities, economy, and immigrant labor.
In the 2024 election run-up, AI-triggered disruptions like deepfake videos and misinformation eroded trust in democracy, highlighting global implications.
FBI's James Dennehy resigns after resisting Trump’s purge of agents investigating January 6 rioters, raising concerns over political retaliation.
The DHS Office of Intelligence and Analysis has revamped its operations, but concerns over intelligence abuse linger. Recent reforms involve restructuring and new documentation requirements, yet they fail to address the broader risks of expansive mandates. Despite internal changes, oversight remains weak, allowing potential targeting of constitutionally protected activities. Broader implications include the risk of intelligence misuse, especially in politically charged environments, highlighting the need for legislative intervention to ensure accountability.
President Trump insists on expelling or arresting students for protests he considers illegal, threatening to cut federal funding to schools.
In a tense address, the president controversially shifted U.S. alignment towards dictators, sparking debate on democracy's integrity. As Congress and the Supreme Court grapple with power balance and legal accountability, the nation's democratic principles face scrutiny and potential transformation.
Ex-Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio was arrested near the Capitol after clashing with a counter-protester, following his plan to sue the DOJ.