Recent immigration raids in New York City targeted individuals with criminal records, notably in Hispanic and Black communities. While some residents expressed relief regarding the arrests of dangerous criminals, concerns remain about the potential impact on law-abiding migrant families.
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A powerful storm hit the central U.S., causing blizzards, high winds, and wildfires. It impacted 72 million people and led to widespread power outages. Interstate highways were closed, and authorities reported significant disruption, with Nebraska and Kansas among the hardest hit. Wildfire risks increased in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Missouri.
In an interview with Fox News, Elon Musk called out the massive fraud in Social Security but termed the spending as 'entitlements' rankling Democrats as Americans questioned why the richest man was coming after the Social Security payments. Musk has already shut down SSA offices triggering speculations that DOGE would now come after the Social Security payments. "Most of the federal spending is entitlements. That's the big one to eliminate," Elon Musk said in the Fox interview.
When Donald Trump was asked whether Elon Musk was getting an office in the West Wing, he said, "No". "He's getting an office for about 20 people that we're hiring to make sure that these (savings) get implemented," Trump said referring to Elon Musk's work as Department of Government Efficiency chief.
A video has surfaced featuring a young Barack Obama passionately defending academic freedom during a 1991 protest. The protest supported law professor Derrick Bell, a critical race theory pioneer, amid Harvard's denial of tenure to Regina Austin. Obama, then president of the Harvard Law Review, lauded Bell's impact and truth-telling.
Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Darrin Bell has been arrested for possession of child pornography, including AI-generated material. Sacramento Valley detectives found evidence at his home following a tip. Bell, known for his comic strips Candorville and Rudy Park, is being held on $1 million bail, with a court appearance set for January 17.
Elon Musk blames the X platform's algorithm after criticism for a hand gesture during a speech at Trump's rally. He defends himself with posts comparing his gesture to others and makes Nazi-related jokes that the ADL condemned, increasing the controversy.
Ukraine's President Zelenskyy declined a US proposal to exchange support for 50% ownership of Ukraine's mineral wealth, citing lack of security guarantees in return. Zelenskyy rejected the agreement, emphasizing it prioritized US interests. The proposal involved minerals, oil, and gas resources, sparking criticism of colonial exploitation from European diplomats.
A Brazilian court ordered the removal of Adele's "Million Years Ago" from global platforms due to alleged plagiarism of Brazilian composer Toninho Geraes's song. Geraes claims the 2015 hit resembles his samba classic "Mulheres." Record labels Sony and Universal face fines for non-compliance. Geraes seeks royalties, damages, and songwriting credit.
President Trump is pushing for major federal workforce reductions and program consolidations, focusing on career civil servants. Agencies must submit plans by March 13 and implement changes by September 30, potentially disrupting essential services. Opposition is expected from labor unions and Democratic leaders. The administration justifies this as a fiscal necessity and a strategic shift.