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Rapper used by Trump campaign to court Black voters begins 5-year prison sentence for attempted murder

Drill rapper Sheff G appeared with Donald Trump at 2024 rally in the Bronx

The Independent UK

Democratic lawmaker wants drones at public events to scope out and stop assassinations

‘Better to have vigilant eyes in the sky than to remain blind to would-be assassins,’ said New York representative Ritchie Torres

The Independent UK

Scoop: Congressman wants to use drones to stop assassinations after Charlie Kirk shooting

"Better to have vigilant eyes in the sky than to remain blind to would-be assassins," said Rep. Ritchie Torres.

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Democrats in damage control crisis as Gaza famine worsens and public turns on party support for Israeli offensive

NEWS ANALYSIS: The response to two very different interviews with Democrats linked to the party’s unpopular 2024 position on Gaza reveals much about 2028, writes John Bowden

The Independent UK

Trump’s attacks on the ‘Blacksonian’ have a history in a century-old myth

The United Daughters of the Confederacy set out to make slavery respectable again by promoting ‘the lost cause’

The Guardian - US

Iconic 99¢ Arizona Iced Tea May Be Forced to Raise Prices for the First Time in 30 Years — Here's Why

AriZona Iced Tea's iconic 99¢ Big Can may face its first price rise in 30 years as US aluminium tariffs double — founder Don Vultaggio vows to hold the line, but warns change may be inevitable.

International Business Times UK

CNN pundit and fitness guru accused of ‘historical revisionism’ by Democrat lawmaker while defending Trump’s Smithsonian overhaul

‘He’s not whitewashing slavery, and you cannot tie Imperialism and racism and slavery to just one race,’ fitness guru Jilian Michaels told CNN

The Independent UK

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Moderate Democrats now changing tune on Israel over starvation of Gaza: ‘Moral obligation’

As Democratic voters’ support for Gaza erodes, Democratic lawmakers follow suit

The Independent UK

With Biden gone, and faced with indescribable famine, the Democratic consensus on Israel and Gaza shifts

NEWS ANALYSIS: A wave of key party condemnations makes it clear: a tide is finally shifting among DC Democrats as Israel starves Gaza, writes John Bowden

The Independent UK

‘Ultimate sacrifice’: Trump responds to NYC mass shooting that left everyone asking the same question

Deadliest shooting in 25 years.

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In the nation’s poorest Congressional district, federal funding cuts create perfect storm

Nonprofits in the Bronx are facing severe challenges as federal grant cuts disrupt essential services

The Independent UK

The Zohran Mamdani conundrum for moderate Democrats: ‘It’s hard to distance yourself from cool’

Socialist who has support of far-left Democrats like AOC and Bernie Sanders will meet with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries on Friday

The Independent UK

Democratic Rep. Chides CNN Commentator for Defending Medicaid Work Requirement: They're 'Working Harder Than You Are'

A Democratic Congressman criticized a CNN commentator who attempted to defend the GOP's proposed work requirement for Medicaid, arguing on behalf of caregivers covered by the federal program.

Latin Times

At the Races: OBBB vs. OBUB - Roll Call

Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including budget reconciliation and campaign launches.

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Democrats search for lessons after Mamdani's apparent NYC win

Zohran Mamdani’s apparent Democratic primary win for New York City mayor has prompted debate within the party about candidates and messaging.

The Guardian - US

Why establishment Democrats still can’t stomach progressive candidates like Zohran Mamdani

The anti-Mamdani mobilization is depressingly predictable, with a party that is allergic to fresh blood and new thinking

Salon

Do WelcomeFest Dems know what's popular?

WelcomeFest speakers said they want Democrats to take popular positions, but their own agenda is controversial

The Guardian - US

US and Qatar sign defense and aviation deal as Trump doubles down on luxury aircraft gift

President announces a record-breaking deal to sell Qatar up to 210 jets and $38bn in future defense investment

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Latin Times

Chuck Schumer Pauses All Political DOJ Appointments Over Trump Accepting Qatar Plane: 'Corrupt Deal'

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced on Tuesday Democrats will put on hold all DOJ political appointees "until we get answers to this corrupt deal between Donald Trump and the Qataris over his plane."

Latin Times

GOP Senator Criticizes Trump Accepting Luxury Plane From Qatar on Fox News: 'I Hope He Would Reject It'

Republican Senator Rand Paul criticized the possibility that the Trump administration will accept a $400 million luxury plane for Qatar to be used as the Air Force One

Latin Times

Democrat Seeks 'Immediate' Ethics Probe Into Qatar Gifting Trump a Luxury Plane: 'A Flying Grift'

Democratic Rep. Ritchie Torres is seeking for different entities to investigate whether Qatar giving the Trump administration a $400 million plane would violate federal ethics rules or the Emoluments Clause of the U.S. Constitution.

Latin Times

Stefanik Would Likely Be Republican Candidate For NY Governor If She Runs, Poll Shows

A new poll shows Rep. Elise Stefanik would get 44% of the support among Republicans at the moment should she run for New York Governor next year

Latin Times

Trump Ally Elise Stefanik Reportedly Eyeing NY Gov. Run After Losing UN Ambassador Job

Trump ally Elise Stefanik is reportedly eyeing a bid for New York governor after her nomination to be the next ambassador to the UN was pulled at the last second

Latin Times

New York Rep. To Introduce Bill Granting Protections To People Wrongfully Deported From The U.S.

U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres is set to introduce a bill protecting people wrongfully deported from the U.S. It would require the U.S. to take action if a foreign government also declines to comply with their return

The Guardian - US

Cryptocurrency will not save the Democratic party

The Democratic representative Ritchie Torres joined forces with a Republican to form the Congressional Crypto caucus. That’s a dangerous move

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