U.S. Army sends top leadership to Kyiv!!
The United States has sent its highest Army leadership to Ukraine. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is traveling together with General Randy George, General Chris Donahue, and the Army’s top noncommissioned officer, Michael Weimer. Officially, the trip is about drone warfare and new tactical developments. But President Trump recently named Driscoll a “special representative” for potential peace talks. Driscoll is expected to get his own impression in Kyiv and speak directly with President Zelenskyy. The White House remains silent on the mission.
Federal court halts use-of-force restrictions on agencies in Chicago!!
A federal appeals court has temporarily suspended an order limiting the use of physical force by immigration authorities in the Chicago metropolitan area. The judges called the original ruling “overbroad” but warned against overinterpreting the stay. The order arose after lawsuits by media and demonstrators who had documented extensive use of force. A fast-track process is now underway that could lead to narrower requirements.
Judge pushes forward contempt proceedings against Trump administration!!
A federal judge in Washington wants to continue investigating why several Venezuelan migrants were flown to El Salvador in March despite a clear court order. The individuals landed in a notorious prison even though the judge had demanded their return to the United States. The appeals court has cleared the way for a potential criminal case. Now witnesses must be named and an exact procedure for the inquiry established.
New mayor of New Orleans warns of planned large-scale raid!!
Helena Moreno, the incoming mayor of New Orleans, is alarmed about a two-month operation that will bring federal agents into the city. She speaks of concerns that fundamental rights could be violated – from arbitrary arrests to racially motivated stops. Moreno plans to mobilize lawyers and prepare affected residents. The city is filled with a sense of fear.
Trump and Vance visit elementary school on military base!!
Melania Trump and Usha Vance spent Wednesday at schools on the Camp Lejeune base. The children received Be Best materials, small puzzles, and stickers. Melania Trump spoke with the students, praised their stories, and sat at the tables to watch them play. It was a visit meant to show lightness – while the country outside wrestles with far heavier issues.
Missouri seeks to seize Chinese assets!!
After a ruling for nearly 25 billion dollars related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Missouri is calling for the seizure of Chinese assets in the United States. The attorney general wants to secure properties and corporate holdings that are fully or partly owned by China. Beijing does not recognize the ruling. Even Missouri admits that a long legal battle lies ahead.
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