POLITICS

Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Lindsey Halligan: The Controversial Interim U. S. Attorney

Lindsey Halligan, a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump, has been stopped from pretending to be the top federal prosecutor in the Eastern District of Virginia. This decision came from a federal judge, who also chose not to take any disciplinary action against her for now, considering

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

A Mistake That Shouldn't Happen: Elderly Man Taken by ICE in His Own Home

In a confusing and upsetting event, a 56-year-old Hmong-American man named Chongly Scott Thao was taken from his St. Paul home by ICE agents. This happened on a Sunday, with neighbors shouting and honking their horns in protest. Thao said that the agents broke down his door without showing a warrant

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

New York's Big Spend Plan: No New Taxes, More for Kids

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has unveiled a $260 billion budget plan. It's a big deal because it doesn't raise any new taxes. Instead, it puts more money into child care and schools. The state is doing this because Wall Street is making a lot of money right now. The plan includes $1. 2 billion mo

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Judge Orders Change in Virginia's Top Legal Role

In a surprising turn of events, two federal judges have taken action to replace Lindsey Halligan as the leading U. S. attorney in Virginia. They also warned lawyers about using her title incorrectly in legal documents. The judges said that calling her the U. S. attorney is not accurate and could ca

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Global Shifts: Canada Calls for Teamwork Among Middle Powers

In a recent talk at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney made it clear that the world's old ways of doing things are gone for good. He urged countries like Canada, Australia, and Brazil to stick together. Why? Because if they don't, they might end up being pushed ar

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Minnesota's Political Scene Heats Up with New Senate Candidate

A familiar face in sports broadcasting is stepping into the political arena. Michele Tafoya, known for her work in sports commentary, has decided to run for the U. S. Senate in Minnesota. She officially filed her paperwork with the Federal Election Commission and is set to announce her campaign soon

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

U. S. Pulls Back from NATO: What's Next for Europe?

The United States is planning to reduce its involvement in certain NATO activities. This includes changes to the alliance's force structure and advisory groups. The move is part of a broader strategy to lessen U. S. military engagement in Europe. The decision comes as a surprise to many. NATO has l

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Ohio Stands Up: A Day of Protest Against Policies

People in Ohio showed their disapproval of certain policies. They did this by walking out of their daily routines. This happened in many places, including Columbus. The event was part of a bigger movement across the country. In Columbus, a group gathered near the Ohio Statehouse. They held signs an

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Minneapolis Stands Strong: Community Fights Back Against ICE

Minneapolis is no stranger to standing up for its people. When ICE agents flooded the city, residents didn't back down. They formed groups to keep an eye on ICE activities. This isn't new for them. They've been doing this since 2020, when George Floyd was killed. The community had to step up and tak

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Minneapolis Tensions Rise as Federal Agents Face Aggressive Resistance

In Minneapolis, federal immigration agents are dealing with a tough situation. They've been facing violent confrontations, including cars ramming into agents. This happened not just once, but twice in a row, with both suspects getting caught. A regular car also got hit during one of these incidents.

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