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in United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement
What priority should ICE give to locating and removing non-citizens convicted of serious crimes like homicide or sex offenses?
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Senate Panel Approves Bill Allowing Suits Over Government Pressure on Speech
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Senate Commerce voted 18-10 for a bill letting citizens sue officials who pressure firms to suppress First Amendment speech; full Senate and House still must pass it.
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Whistleblower Alleges DHS Illegally Accessed Voter Records
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USCIS staff got under two hours' training and ~12 minutes per voter check. Whistleblower flags citizen risk; White House claimed 250,000 noncitizen registrations versus NJ's ~6,600 from a software error.
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Sam Okafor
If agents really posed as voters to grab records, that crosses a line and deserves a real probe.
The Story of the Singing Revolution in Estonia
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— FROM 1987
Citizens reclaim independence through song festivals
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Zelenskyy sanctions ex-press secretary Mendel over disinformation claims
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Zelenskyy has imposed personal sanctions on former press secretary Yuliia Mendel alongside ten other individuals for spreading disinformation and supporting Russia, including asset freezes and restrictions on trade and movement. Mendel has criticized the move as unconstitutional, arguing sanctions on Ukrainian citizens contradict peace efforts.
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Jared Kim
Freezing assets of Ukrainian citizens like Mendel without due process risks dividing the country further during war.
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Government-Owned Capitalism: Brilliant Strategy Or Socialist Disaster?
Mark Minnella · 6 min · 1h
The Rescue of Danish Jews by Fishing Boats
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— FROM 1943
Danish citizens ferry 7,200 Jews to safety in Sweden
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Most Influential Women in World History
From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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BMO Completes Sale of 138 U.S. Branches
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— Sep 5, 2026
BMO Financial Group completed the sale of 138 U.S. branches to First Citizens Bank, moving about $5.7 billion in deposits and $1.1 billion in loans across 11 Plains and Midwest states as part of a broader strategy to optimize its U.S. network and redeploy capital toward higher-growth markets. The transaction and transition have caused customer disruptions, including reports of zero balances and inaccessible accounts for some BMO customers in Omaha as accounts migrate to First Citizens.
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Salman Rushdie named 2026 recipient of National Book Foundation medal
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— Sep 10, 2026
Salman Rushdie will receive the National Book Foundation’s Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters in 2026, to be presented at the 77th National Book Awards in New York on November 18 with Kiran Desai as presenter. As the 39th recipient and only the fourth born outside the United States, the honor underscores his five-decade literary career and his status as a U.S. citizen who identifies as an immigrant writer whose work traverses borders.
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Derek Foss
Rushdie deserves this for his fearless writing that has connected so many readers across borders over decades.
Trump Plans $5,000 Adult Dividend if GOP Wins Midterms
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— Sep 10, 2026
President Trump vowed a $5,000 dividend for every adult US citizen if Republicans retain control of both the House and Senate in the upcoming elections, framing it as a dividend funded by the administration’s economic strength; the plan was pitched at GOP events as a populist measure likely costing well over $1 trillion. The announcements across multiple outlets emphasize the condition of Republican victory and a focus on domestic spending commitments.
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Priya Raman
The trillion dollar price tag on this dividend makes me question whether the funding from economic growth is really enough to cover it.
Citizenship voting group asks Supreme Court to save Michigan ballot bid
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— Aug 31, 2026
Michigan voters are at the center of a high-stakes fight over a citizen-proof ballot amendment, with Americans for Citizen Voting asking the U.S. Supreme Court for emergency relief after the state Board of Canvassers deadlocked on certifying signatures. The dispute touches ballot-access standards, signature validity reviews, and could influence voting rights and election integrity nationwide as its fate plays out in state and federal courts.
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Riot’s HEARTSTEEL Drops In-Character Teaser for Upcoming Track “Live My Life”
Riot's official HEARTSTEEL account posted an in-character teaser video for the new track “Live My Life,” sparking enthusiastic fan reactions, memes, roleplay, and hype within the League of Legends fandom. Reactions are overwhelmingly positive with no meaningful opposition.
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Blinken Confirms US Citizen Killed in Ukraine
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— Mar 17, 2022
An American citizen has reportedly been killed in Ukraine. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said during a press conference, “I can confirm that an American citizen was killed. I don’t have any more details for you than…
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US Citizen Shares Story After Being ‘Left Behind’ in Afghanistan: ‘The Last Flight Is Gone’
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— Aug 31, 2021
A U.S. citizen still in Kabul, Afghanistan, is speaking out after the U.S. completed its withdrawal from Afghanistan. The American citizen, who CNN called “Sara,” spoke with CNN’s Chris Cuomo on Monday evening who is…
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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep Dish
The foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.
New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep Dish · 158 votes — pick a side
Major Sanctuary State Close to Allowing Non-Citizen Police to Arrest US Citizens in Defiance of Federal Law
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— Jul 11, 2023
Americans who live in or are visiting the sanctuary state of Illinois could soon see themselves policed by people who are not citizens of this country. That all depends on what Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker does with…
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US Embassy Issues Urgent Security Alert, Warns Citizens To Flee Ahead Of ‘Emergency Situations’
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— Aug 4, 2024
The U.S. embassy in Lebanon issued a warning to American citizens on Saturday to leave the country ahead of possible “emergency situations.” The security alert recommended U.S. citizens in Lebanon make plans to leave or…
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Norway Assists Stranded Russians After Svalbard Vessel Seizure
World
— Sep 4, 2026
Norway seized the Russian vessel Professor Molchanov in Svalbard at the request of Ukrainian company Naftogaz, leaving passengers and crew stranded and prompting Russia to condemn what it calls piracy. Oslo says it is acting under its international obligations and will provide assistance to Russian citizens affected on Svalbard, while stressing that sanctions exemptions and the Svalbard Treaty allow ongoing Russian activity there.
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Illinois Mom’s Husband Stands by Her as Prosecutors Detail Alleged Plot
The husband of an Illinois mother accused of killing their 2-year-old son continues to support her as prosecutors detail allegations surrounding the child’s death and her behavior beforehand. Corie Walsh, 38, faces three counts of first-degree murder in connection with the Sept. 1 death of her son, Barrett, per Fox News . According to court documents, Walsh told investigators she killed the toddle
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Trump-Appointed Judge Orders Alabama To Stop Effort To Remove Non-Citizens From Voter Rolls
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— Oct 16, 2024
A federal judge on Wednesday ordered Alabama officials to stop a program meant to remove non-citizens from the state’s voter rolls, dealing a blow to local efforts to prevent non-citizen participation in elections…
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Which role do you play in your friend-group sitcom?
Every friend group is a show that's been running for years. Twelve questions and the AI writes your character bio.
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Sweeping Number Of States Vote To Enact Ballot Measures Banning Non-Citizen Voting
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— Nov 6, 2024
Voters across the U.S. on Tuesday voted to pass state laws prohibiting non-citizens from voting in elections, multiple outlets reported. Non-citizen voting has become a concern among some critics amid a number of states…
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Trump Admin Announces Plans To Denaturalize 17 American Citizens For Crimes Including Fraud
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— Jun 8, 2026
The Trump administration announced on Monday that it is seeking t0 denaturalize 17 American citizens who are accused of various offenses.
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European Newspaper Says Citizens Better Get Used To Not Having Electricity All The Time
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— Jun 20, 2024
One of the biggest newspapers in the Netherlands is warning its readers that Dutch citizens should get accustomed to the notion that electricity will not always be available to them in the future. NRC, one of the…
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US Government Personnel In China Banned From Having Romantic Relationships With Chinese Citizens
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— Apr 3, 2025
American government personnel in China with security clearances have been banned from having romantic or sexual relationships with Chinese citizens while abroad. According to the Associated Press , this includes their…
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Zero Hurricanes Formed By Peak 2026 Season. A Former Climate Reporter Says That’s Why You Haven’t Heard About It.
Paris Apodaca · 4 min · 1h
Official Reveals Why 4 US Citizens Were Taken by Gunmen in Mexico
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— Mar 6, 2023
An official shared why four U.S. citizens were kidnapped by gunmen in Mexico. The official with knowledge of the investigation told CNN it is believed the Americans were targeted by mistake. According to the official…
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Supreme Court Soon To Consider Who Gets To Be An American Citizen
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— Mar 30, 2026
The Supreme Court will hear a case Wednesday that could reshape what it means to be an American citizen. Birthright citizenship has been on a fast-track to the Supreme Court since President Donald Trump signed his…
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Germany Charges US Citizen For Offering Military Secrets To China
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— Aug 25, 2025
German prosecutors on Monday announced that they had charged an American citizen with allegedly attempting to provide sensitive U.S. military information to China. Germany’s Federal Prosecutor General said that the man…
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Trump Admin Announces Plans To Denaturalize 17 American Citizens For Crimes Including Fraud
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— Jun 8, 2026
The Trump administration announced on Monday that it is seeking to denaturalize 17 American citizens who are accused of various offenses. The 17 individuals have been convicted of violent or serious crimes, including…
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U.S. Citizen Jailed In Russia After Rifle Found On Yacht
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— Jan 19, 2026
An American citizen was convicted by a Russian court on charges of illegally transporting weapons, the Associated Press (AP) first reported Monday. American Charles Wayne Zimmerman was hit with a five year sentence in…
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Ariana Grande Recording Voice Work for Jon M. Chu’s ‘Oh, The Places You’ll Go!’ Opposite Josh Gad, Due 2028
Pop Base reported that Ariana Grande is in the studio recording for director Jon M. Chu’s animated adaptation of the Dr. Seuss book Oh, The Places You’ll Go!, in which she stars opposite Josh Gad, with a planned 2028 release. The reaction is mostly positive fan enthusiasm with limited mild skepticism.
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