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Connecticut Democrats Warn Yale Tax Status Could Be at Risk if DOJ Deal Is Made
Eight Democratic lawmakers signed a letter urging Yale President Maurie McInnis not to cooperate with the Justice Department's investigation into race-based admissions.
NYC Firebombing Suspect Carried Anti-ICE Sign as Threats Against Agency Rise Sharply
Federal prosecutors charged a Queens man with attempting to attack 26 Federal Plaza using gasoline and fireworks, while officials report threats against ICE surged dramatically in recent months.
NYC Firebombing Plot Targets Federal Plaza as ICE Assaults and Threats Surge Nationwide
Federal authorities report a 9,000% increase in threats against immigration enforcement agents amid escalating political rhetoric from New York City officials.
Democrats Press ICE on Oversight, Say 1 Officer Referred for Discipline Over Use of Force
Congressional Democrats are demanding answers from Immigration and Customs Enforcement as the agency reports limited disciplinary action following use-of-force incidents.
Six Democrats Cross Aisle, Join GOP to Back Annual Defense Policy Bill
The $1.15 trillion Fiscal Year 2027 NDAA passed with rare bipartisan support as six House Democrats broke with their party to back the annual defense authorization measure.
Elon Musk Says Grok Will Make Historically Accurate Odyssey Movie This Year
The tech billionaire criticized Christopher Nolan's recent film adaptation for lack of Greek representation and historical inaccuracies.
Cyclosporiasis Cases in the United States Hit Record High
The CDC has confirmed more than 4,100 domestic cases since May 1 as investigators examine thousands of additional potential infections across 41 states.
NYC Officials Respond After Firebombing Attempt at Federal Plaza Linked to Anti-ICE Rhetoric
The incident follows a 9,000% increase in threats against immigration enforcement personnel, according to federal officials, and comes as NYC's mayor has led efforts to limit cooperation with ICE.
Troy Jackson Faces Questions About Democracy Comments as He Secures Senate Nomination Path
The former Maine Senate President has posted extensively about voter participation and accepting election results, even as he wins nomination through a delegate process controlled by party officials.
Mamdani Video Explaining He Cannot Arrest Netanyahu Goes Viral, Draws Conservative Scrutiny
The NYC mayor's video acknowledging he lacks authority to enforce the ICC warrant for the Israeli prime minister was viewed over 36 million times on X.