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November 7, 2024
William Upton
Lawfare

Mike Pompeo Wants You to Forget He Legitimized the Democrat Lawfare Campaign Against Trump.

Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, who served in the first Trump administration, appears to be campaigning for a return to his old job. A former Republican Congressman from Kansas—who also served a stint as Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) under President Donald J. Trump—faces a steep hurdle in seeking out a job in the new administration. Pompeo, along with several other former Trump allies, legitimized the Biden government’s lawfare campaign against Trump in an effort to put distance between themselves and the former and future president of the United States.

“It’s good that the weaponized Jack Smith cases are being dropped, but they never should have been brought in the first place,” Pompeo wrote in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, adding: “This was a gross abuse of power and politicization of the Justice Department.”

However, the former Secretary of State sang a very different tune in 2023 when Joe Biden’s Department of Justice (DOJ)—and its special counsel Jack Smith—moved to indict Trump over allegations he mishandled classified documents.

“If the allegations are true, and there’s lots of indications that they are, President Trump had classified documents where he shouldn’t have had them, and then when given the opportunity to return them, he chose not to do that for whatever reason,” Pompeo said during an appearance on Fox News in June 2023. He continued: “I suppose we can all make mistakes and get them to the wrong place, but when somebody identifies that, you gotta turn them in. So that’s just inconsistent with protecting America’s soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines, and if the allegations are true, some of these were pretty serious, important documents. So that’s wrong.”

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Breaking

BREAKING: The Democrat Government Shutdown is Finally Over.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The Democrat-caused government shutdown has ended after the House of Representatives passed a temporary funding bill.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: House Republicans, House Democrats, Senate Republicans, Senate Democrats, President Donald J. Trump, federal government agencies, and air traffic controllers.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The shutdown ended late Wednesday, November 12, 2025.

🎯IMPACT: The funding deal keeps the government open through January 30, 2026; covers the annual appropriations of the Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), military construction, and the legislative branch; includes measures reversing federal layoffs implemented during the shutdown and guarantees Senate Democrats a vote on extending enhanced Obamacare subsidies.

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A bill providing temporary funding for the federal government is headed to President Donald J. Trump‘s desk after being adopted by the House of Representatives along a party-line vote. The legislation, pushed by House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA), passed the Senate late Monday and will provide government funding through January 30. Additionally, the measure includes annual appropriations covering the Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Department of Veterans Affairs, military construction, and the legislative branch.

The deal also includes measures reversing federal layoffs implemented during the shutdown and guarantees Senate Democrats a vote on extending enhanced Obamacare subsidies. However, the House has not definitively stated that it will take up the Obamacare subsidies, frustrating far-left lawmakers such as Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), both of whom pushed their colleagues to vote against the funding measure.

Importantly, the adoption of the bill ends the 43-day government shutdown that began on October 1 when Senate Democrats began a filibuster against a House-passed funding bill, effectively defeating the measure. The Senate held 15 failed votes on the funding package before finally adopting the new compromise on the 16th vote.

While the initial weeks of the Democratic shutdown saw little disruption for most Americans, as the funding lapse dragged on—eventually becoming the longest in history—a number of federal operations encountered significant issues. Most noticeable was travel chaos as air traffic controllers went without pay. Last Friday, over 1,000 flights were cancelled and nearly 10,000 were delayed as many of the nation’s largest airports saw dangerous shortages of air traffic controllers.

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8 hours ago
Corruption
News

$100 Million Ukraine Corruption Scandal: Zelensky Ally Flees to Israel Amid Police Raids.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Ukrainian security forces raided the apartment of businessman Timur Mindich, a close associate of President Volodymyr Zelensky, as part of a $100 million corruption investigation. Mindich fled the country hours before the raid. Justice Minister Herman Halushchenko has also been targeted, and is now suspended as the investigation unfolds.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Timur Mindich, President Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU), and Justice Minister Herman Halushchenko.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Investigations began in 2024; raids and searches were conducted recently in Ukraine, with Mindich reportedly fleeing to Israel.

💬KEY QUOTE: “All effective measures against corruption are crucial. The certainty of punishment is essential.” – President Volodymyr Zelensky

🎯IMPACT: The raids highlight Ukraine’s ongoing corruption issues, increasing pressure on Zelensky’s administration as public dissatisfaction grows.

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Ukrainian law enforcement officers have raided the apartment of businessman Timur Mindich, a close associate of President Volodymyr Zelensky, as part of a $100 million corruption investigation conducted by the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU). Mindich fled the country just hours before the raid, reportedly traveling to Israel, raising suspicions that he may have been tipped off.

According to NABU, the investigation, code-named “Midas”, was the result of a 15-month operation involving more than 1,000 hours of wiretapping and 70 raids across Ukraine. Investigators allege that a criminal group created a large-scale corruption network within Energoatom, the state-owned nuclear energy producer. The group is accused of forcing suppliers to pay kickbacks of 10 to 15 percent of contract values to ensure prompt payments and retain their supplier status.

“Particular attention was paid to cryptocurrencies. Most operations, including cash withdrawals, took place outside Ukraine. For example, during foreign delegations of representatives of state bodies and the management of state-owned energy sector enterprises,” NABU stated.

NABU confirmed that Justice Minister Herman Halushchenko was also among those targeted by searches, and he has since been suspended pending further investigation.

Mindich, once a business partner and long-time friend of Zelensky, co-owned the entertainment company Kvartal 95 with him. Zelensky divested his shares after taking office in 2019. Mindich has also been linked to Ukrainian oligarch Ihor Kolomoisky, another Zelensky associate and prominent sponsor, and reportedly provided Zelensky with an armored car during his election campaign These connections have amplified political scrutiny of the president.

“All effective measures against corruption are crucial. The certainty of punishment is essential,” Zelensky said in response to the raids.

The case has intensified public frustration over corruption in Ukraine. A recent survey found that 77.6 percent of Ukrainians hold Zelensky personally responsible for persistent graft. The raid follows a summer of turmoil in Kiev after the government’s controversial attempt to curb the independence of key anti-corruption institutions.

In July, protests erupted nationwide after parliament moved to place NABU and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (SAPO) under the Zelensky-appointed Prosecutor General’s oversight, a step critics said would neuter the agencies’ autonomy. Following several days of mass demonstrations and international condemnation, lawmakers reversed the decision.

The political fallout has drawn international attention. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán opposes Ukraine’s bid for European Union (EU) membership due to widespread corruption and democratic backsliding.

Russian officials have sought to publicize the crisis, describing the raids and protests as signs of “panic” within Zelensky’s administration.

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9 hours ago
Health

FDA Issues Recall for ADHD Medication.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries issued a voluntary recall of several lots of lisdexamfetamine dimesylate capsules due to a quality control defect.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and millions of Americans on attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medication.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The recall affects capsules with expiration dates ranging from February 2026 to May 2026, manufactured by Ohm Laboratories in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

💬KEY QUOTE: The FDA stated the recall was classified as Class II, meaning the defect “may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.”

🎯IMPACT: Millions of ADHD patients may experience reduced therapeutic effects, potentially worsening symptoms like fatigue or concentration issues.

IN FULL

A major drug recall is underway, potentially impacting millions of Americans who are prescribed isdexamfetamine dimesylate capsules—a generic attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) treatment. Sun Pharmaceutical Industries initiated the voluntary recall.

Notably, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classified the recall as Class II, indicating the defect “may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences,” though the risk of serious harm is remote. Patients are advised not to stop taking the medication without consulting their healthcare provider and to seek guidance for a safe replacement.

The recall includes 100-count bottles of 10 mg to 70 mg capsules with expiration dates ranging from February 2026 to May 2026. Affected batch numbers include AD42468, AD48705, AD42469, AD48707, AD42470, AD48708, AD48709, AD50894, AD48710, AD50895, AD48711, AD50896, AD48712, and AD50898.

Lisdexamfetamine dimesylate, commonly marketed under brand names like Vyvanse and Arynta, is prescribed to manage ADHD symptoms such as impulsiveness, disorganization, and difficulty focusing. Prescriptions for this medication have risen significantly, accounting for 19 percent of all stimulant prescriptions in 2023, with over nine million prescriptions dispensed that year.

The medication, manufactured by Ohm Laboratories in New Jersey, is a prodrug that becomes active only after being metabolized into dextroamphetamine, offering a smoother, longer-lasting effect.

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9 hours ago
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Politics

Transurrection: Petition to Oust Schumer from Senate Leadership Hits 50,000 Signatures.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A petition to remove Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) has surpassed 50,000 signatures, following criticism of his leadership during recent legislative battles.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Transgender activist Charlotte Clymer (born Charles Clymer), Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), and several Democrat lawmakers, including Reps. Ro Khanna (D-CA) and Seth Moulton (D-MA).

📍WHEN & WHERE: The petition was launched in March 2023 and has gained momentum following a recent Senate vote on a continuing resolution to fund the government.

💬KEY QUOTE: “We need new leadership to meet this grave moment, and we need it now.” – Charlotte Clymer

🎯IMPACT: Growing calls for Schumer to step down, with at least 11 Democrat lawmakers, 15 organizations, and eight Democrat candidates supporting his removal.

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A petition led by transgender activist Charlotte Clymer, formerly Charles Clymer, calling for the removal of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) has surpassed 50,000 signatures, reflecting growing frustration with Democratic leadership. Clymer’s petition accuses Schumer of failing to effectively oppose President Donald J. Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk, describing the 74-year-old Democrat’s leadership as “impotent” and lacking “a comprehensive plan or strategy to combat the efforts by Trump and Elon Musk to demolish the federal government and harm the American people.” In his statement accompanying the petition, Clymer wrote, “We need new leadership to meet this grave moment, and we need it now.”

The petition, launched in March after Schumer voted to advance a Republican continuing resolution (CR) funding bill, has regained momentum following a recent Senate vote on a similar funding measure. Though Schumer opposed the latest resolution, enough Senate Democrats joined Republicans to pass it, prompting backlash. The progressive group Indivisible has urged candidates to reject Schumer’s leadership and “abandon the status quo of feckless leadership.”

So far, 11 Democratic lawmakers, 15 organizations, and eight Democratic candidates have joined calls for Schumer to step aside. The protests organized under the “No Kings” movement have amplified these demands, framing them as part of a broader push for generational and ideological change in Senate leadership. Despite the mounting criticism, Schumer has insisted, “Look, I’m not stepping down.”

The growing rift over Schumer’s leadership mirrors wider divisions inside the Democratic Party. Earlier this year, anti-gun rights activist David Hogg attempted to launch a multi-million-dollar campaign aimed at challenging incumbent Democrats in safe districts who were not deemed woke enough.

Veteran strategist James Carville blasted Hogg’s effort, calling him a “contemptible little twerp” for targeting members of his own party. The controversy deepened when the Democratic National Committee (DNC) later voided Hogg’s appointment as vice chair, citing gender-parity rules that required him to be a woman.

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10 hours ago
Crime
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Far-Left UK Govt Halts Intel Sharing with US Over Trump’s Anti-Cartel Strikes.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The British government has ceased sharing intelligence with the U.S. regarding drug trafficking boats in the Caribbean, citing concerns over the legality of American military strikes against them.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: British and American governments, Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, other cartels, and President Donald J. Trump.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Britain, concerning operations in international waters in the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean.

💬KEY QUOTE: “There were massive amounts of drugs coming into our country to kill a lot of people, and everybody fully understands that.” – Donald Trump

🎯IMPACT: The decision to halt intelligence sharing highlights tensions between allies over military actions targeting drug traffickers.

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The British government under Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has suspended intelligence sharing with the United States over operations targeting drug-trafficking boats in the Caribbean and Pacific, claiming concerns about the legality of a series of lethal American strikes in international waters. The decision comes after a September operation that killed 11 people and targeted alleged members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, followed by many more.

For years, the United Kingdom has provided intelligence to support U.S. efforts to track and intercept narcotics shipments across the Caribbean. However, officials in London have reportedly questioned whether recent strikes comply with international law. At least 76 people are believed to have died in these U.S. operations since early 2025.

President Donald J. Trump, who has defended the campaign, said of the narco-terrorists killed in the strikes, “Obviously, they won’t do it again. There were massive amounts of drugs coming into our country to kill a lot of people, and everybody fully understands that.” Secretary of State Marco Rubio has echoed that sentiment, saying in September, “Blow them up, get rid of them.”

Globalist United Nations (UN) High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk has condemned the strikes as “extrajudicial killing.” The U.S. government, which notably has not signed the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, maintains that its actions are lawful under its designation of Tren de Aragua as a Foreign Terrorist Organization.

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10 hours ago
Immigration

U.S. Will Restrict Visas for Fat Foreigners Under New Health Guidelines.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The U.S. State Department issued guidance recommending that fat people be denied immigrant visas.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: The U.S. State Department, foreign nationals, and the Trump administration.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Recent guidance issued by the State Department in the United States.

💬KEY QUOTE: “The Trump Administration is putting the interests of the American people first.” – State Department spokesman Tommy Pigott

🎯IMPACT: Stricter visa policies aim to reduce the strain on the US healthcare system and prioritize national security.

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New guidance issued by the U.S. Department of State recommends the denial of immigrant visas for foreign nationals who are obese or overweight. According to the guidance, obesity—along with other medical conditions such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, and mental-health issues—adds strain to the country’s healthcare system, causing taxpayers to incur additional costs.

Notably, the health conditions listed by the State Department often result in skyrocketing healthcare expenses, sometimes upwards of hundreds of thousands of dollars, and prolonged hospital stays. “The Trump Administration is putting the interests of the American people first. This includes enforcing policies that ensure our immigration system is not a burden on the American taxpayer,” Tommy Pigott, a State Department spokesman, said.

The guidance is part of a broader effort to tighten visa policies. For instance, the cost of H-1B visas, intended for high-skilled workers, has risen to $100,000 annually. Previously, these visas came with administrative fees totaling approximately $2,000 to $4,000. While supporters like Elon Musk have endorsed the increase, critics complain that the policy harms corporate revenue and shareholder returns.

The State Department has also maintained travel restrictions on nationals from countries such as Afghanistan, Iran, and Yemen, among others. A senior State Department official noted, “The Department of State is committed to protecting our nation and its citizens by upholding the highest standards of national security and public safety through our visa process.”

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11 hours ago
Election Integrity
Immigration

Texas AG Paxton Files Lawsuit Against Nonprofit for Illegally Registering Immigrants to Vote.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) filed a lawsuit against JOLT Initiative, Inc., alleging unlawful voter registration practices involving illegal immigrants.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, JOLT Initiative, Inc., and its Executive Director Jackie Bastard.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The lawsuit was announced on Monday in Texas.

💬KEY QUOTE: “The left constantly tries to cheat and rig elections because they know they can’t win honestly. Any organization attempting to register illegals, who are all criminals, must be completely crushed and shut down immediately.” – Ken Paxton

🎯IMPACT: Paxton seeks to dissolve JOLT’s charter, revoke its corporate privileges, and have the group cover legal costs, while JOLT is vowing to fight the case.

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) has announced his office is suing JOLT Initiative, Inc., a nonprofit organization accused of orchestrating illegal voter registration efforts. The lawsuit alleges that JOLT engaged in activities designed to undermine election integrity in Texas by registering illegal immigrants to vote.

According to the attorney general’s office, JOLT operatives stationed outside Texas Department of Motor Vehicles locations provided instructions that violated state election laws. The group’s volunteer deputy registrars allegedly solicited people to submit unlawful voter registration applications, potentially enabling illegal immigrants without proper identification to register.

“The left constantly tries to cheat and rig elections because they know they can’t win honestly. Any organization attempting to register illegals, who are all criminals, must be completely crushed and shut down immediately,” Paxton said in a statement, adding: “JOLT is a radical, partisan operation that has, and continues to, knowingly attempt to corrupt our voter rolls and weaken the voice of lawful Texas voters. I will make sure they face the full force of the law.”

Paxton’s lawsuit seeks to have JOLT forfeit its corporate privileges, dissolve its charter, and pay the state’s legal fees. In response, JOLT described the lawsuit as “unconstitutional” and vowed to fight back. Executive Director Jackie Bastard stated, “The Attorney General is abusing his authority by using the state’s legal tool of dissolution, an extreme measure, against JOLT simply because we are effective at registering Latino voters.”

JOLT has filed a motion requesting the court to either dismiss the case or transfer it to Houston, where the organization has offices.

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11 hours ago
Corruption
Crime

Newsom’s Former Chief of Staff Charged in Massive Corruption Scheme.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Dana Williamson, former chief of staff to Governor Gavin Newsom (D-CA), has been charged with public corruption by federal officials.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Dana Williamson, Greg Campbell, Sean McCluskie, and two others were named in the indictment.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The charges were announced on November 12, 2025, with an initial court appearance expected in Sacramento federal court.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Ms. Williamson no longer serves in this administration. While we are still learning details of the allegations, the Governor expects all public servants to uphold the highest standards of integrity.” – Newsom spokesman

🎯IMPACT: The indictment includes 23 counts, with potential penalties of up to 20 years in prison and $250,000 fines per charge.

IN FULL

Dana Williamson, who served as Governor Gavin Newsom‘s (D-CA) chief of staff until December 2024, has been arrested by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and charged with public corruption. The charges, part of a federal indictment, accuse Williamson and her co-conspirators of engaging in a scheme involving wire and bank fraud.

The indictment names Greg Campbell, Sean McCluskie, and two others alongside Williamson, with allegations centering on a conspiracy to divert funds from the dormant political campaign of former Biden Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary and California Attorney General Xavier Becerra for personal use. The indictment outlines 23 counts, with each fraud charge carrying significant penalties.

Federal prosecutors claim that Williamson remained involved in the fraudulent activities even after transferring control to an unnamed co-conspirator upon joining the Newsom administration. The allegations include creating fake contracts and filing false tax returns to justify federal COVID loans.

The charges also detail Williamson’s alleged misuse of campaign funds, claiming personal expenses as business deductions, including luxury items and private jet travel. The indictment suggests a financial gain of approximately $225,000 from these activities.

A spokesman for Gov. Newsom emphasized that Williamson is no longer part of the administration. “Ms. Williamson no longer serves in this administration. While we are still learning details of the allegations, the Governor expects all public servants to uphold the highest standards of integrity,” the governor’s spokesman said.

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12 hours ago
Immigration
Lawfare

Biden Judge Orders Release of 615 Migrants Caught in Chicago’s ‘Midway Blitz.’

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A federal judge ordered the release of hundreds of illegal immigrants detained in the Chicago area, citing alleged violations of a 2022 settlement agreement restricting warrantless arrests.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: U.S. District Court Judge Jeffrey Cummings, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC), and detainees.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Illinois, with the ruling issued on Wednesday. Detentions occurred during Operation Midway Blitz between June and October.

💬KEY QUOTE: “All of this, all of the tactics of [senior Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino], all of the tactics of ICE have been unlawful in the vast, vast majority of arrests,” said NIJC attorney Mark Fleming.

🎯IMPACT: ICE must grant bond to those still detained by November 21.

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U.S. District Court Judge Jeffrey Cummings, appointed by former President Joe Biden, is ordering the release of 615 illegal immigrants detained in the Chicago area as part of the Trump administration’s “Midway Blitz” enforcement action. In the order, Judge Cummings claims the detentions by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) violate a 2022 settlement agreement that restricts warrantless arrests in Chicago.

Court filings reveal that between June and October, the ICE-led operation resulted in the arrests of over 3,000 migrants, with 615 still in federal custody—the other detainees having already been deported or agreed to leave the country of their own accord. Judge Cummings’s ruling requires those still detained to be granted bond by November 21.

Mark Fleming, an attorney with the National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC), stated, “All of this, all of the tactics of [senior Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino], all of the tactics of ICE have been unlawful in the vast, vast majority of arrests.” Fleming estimates that approximately 1,100 detainees have already departed voluntarily.

Far-left civil rights nonprofits claim ICE tactics are akin to racial profiling and have accused the agency of making unlawful arrests. One of the primary issues has been the practice of ICE arresting illegal immigrants at or near courthouses while on site to take other individuals into custody.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has until next week to comply with the court order and determine which detainees qualify for immediate release.

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13 hours ago
News

Is the U.S. Military Building a Base in Gaza?

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The U.S. military has denied Israeli reports of plans to build a $500-million base near Gaza and stated that no American troops will be deployed to the territory.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), the Trump administration, Israeli officials, and media outlets, including Bloomberg and Ynet.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Claims emerged Tuesday, with CENTCOM issuing a denial on Wednesday. The alleged base was said to be near Gaza’s border.

💬KEY QUOTE: “To be clear, no U.S. troops will be deployed into Gaza. Any reporting to the contrary is false.” – Captain Tim Hawkins, CENTCOM spokesman

🎯IMPACT: The denial aims to prevent regional tensions and political backlash while clarifying the U.S. role in Gaza remains advisory and logistical.

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The U.S. military is firmly denying reports suggesting it plans to build a $500-million base near Gaza. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) issued a statement on Wednesday dismissing claims from Israeli media outlets that the Pentagon was preparing to establish a large installation to oversee postwar stabilization and reconstruction, emphasizing that no American troops will be deployed to the territory.

Reports from Israeli outlets such as Ynet and Shomrim on Tuesday alleged that the U.S. was planning to build a base capable of housing 10,000 personnel. However, CENTCOM spokesman Captain Tim Hawkins refuted the claims, stating, “Reports of the establishment of a U.S. military base near Gaza are inaccurate. To be clear, no U.S. troops will be deployed into Gaza. Any reporting to the contrary is false.”

The Trump administration has taken a central role in securing and maintaining a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, focusing on advisory and logistical support rather than direct military involvement. The U.S. has worked with regional partners to prevent renewed hostilities, emphasizing that any suggestion of a permanent American military presence near Gaza could escalate tensions.

Notably, the Israeli media reports appear to be based on a Bloomberg News story from Tuesday, which reported that the U.S. Navy had circulated a request for information regarding a potential temporary base near Gaza. The document sought cost estimates for a “self-sustaining military base of operations capable of supporting 10,000 personnel.” Bloomberg later clarified that the request was not a formal solicitation for bids, and the proposed facility would not necessarily house U.S. troops.

Currently, around 200 U.S. troops are stationed in Israel as part of the Civil-Military Coordination Center (CMCC), which coordinates humanitarian and security assistance into Gaza. Officials have reiterated that this presence is temporary and focused solely on logistical support. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt also dismissed the Bloomberg report, stating, “Such a plan has not been considered or approved by the highest levels of the United States government and should not be deemed as an official plan in the Middle East.”

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