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Governor Pritzker Claps Back at Trump's Offer to Stop Crime in Chicago by Highlighting GOP-Led States With Higher Homicide Rates

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker rejected once again President Donald Trump's suggestion that federal troops are needed to address crime in Chicago

Latin Times · Aug 28, 2025

Trump Admin Reportedly Negotiating With Mexico, Canada, France So They Join Military Deployment In The Caribbean

The U.S. is reportedly negotiating with several countries the possibility that they join its military deployment in the Caribbean, which the Trump administration claims is aimed at countering drug cartels in the region but has escalated tensions with Venezuela's authoritarian government.

Latin Times · Aug 28, 2025

DeSantis Appears To Confirm Closure Of Alligator Alcatraz But Says It's Because Of Quick Deportations

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis acknowledged that detainees are being rapidly moved out of the controversial Everglades detention center known as "Alligator Alcatraz," but attributed the development to federal deportations rather than the court order mandating its closure.

Latin Times · Aug 28, 2025

Is Trump's Tax Plan Speeding Up the Looming Social Security Funding Crisis?

Social Security's combined retirement funds are running out of cash, and its insolvency date is expected to occur in less than a decade.

Kiplinger · Aug 28, 2025

Texas Rep. John Lujan files to run in redrawn 35th Congressional District

Lujan, a Republican, represents a state House district that covers southern and eastern portions of San Antonio, overlapping with the new congressional seat.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 28, 2025

50 Marriage Memes That Are Funny Because They’re True

Maybe send one or two to your spouse and see what they think?

Bored Panda · Aug 28, 2025

US Fed Governor Lisa Cook Sues Trump Over Move To Fire Her

US Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook filed a lawsuit Thursday to challenge Donald Trump's move to fire her from her position -- as the president intensified pressure on the independent central bank.

International Business Times · Aug 28, 2025

Ruben Gallego Says He's Leaning Against Running For President In 2028 But Wants Democrats To 'Get Out Of Our Comfort Zones'

Arizona Sen. Ruben Gallego said he's leaning against running for president in 2028 despite touring several states over the past months. However, he's has been calling out his party, claiming it is not managing to connect with voters

Latin Times · Aug 28, 2025

Fed governor Lisa Cook sues Trump over his ‘illegal attempt’ to fire her

US president spent months waging campaign against Fed’s leaders, which has raised questions over its independence

The Guardian - US · Aug 28, 2025

Gavin Newsom Says Trump Wants To Run For a Third Term, Calls Americans To 'Wake Up': 'You Think He's Joking?'

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said President Donald Trump intends to perpetuate himself in power, calling Americans to "wake up" about the possibility

Latin Times · Aug 28, 2025