The US Supreme Court allowed the Justice Department to dismiss the criminal case against Steve Bannon, an ally of President Donald Trump. Bannon was previously convicted for not complying with a congressional subpoena but has already served his prison sentence. The dismissal would remove his conviction from the record.
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The Supreme Court approved the dismissal of Steve Bannon's criminal case.
Bannon was convicted for refusing to comply with a congressional subpoena related to the January 6 Capitol riot.
The conviction resulted in a four-month prison sentence, which Bannon completed.
The Justice Department argues that dismissing the case serves "the interests of justice."
Steve Bannon was a key adviser to Trump during his first presidential campaign and term.
The dismissal will clear Bannon's record but has no practical effect since he finished his sentence.
Bannon resumed his "War Room" podcast after his release from prison, maintaining an influential role in right-wing media.
The Justice Department also took actions benefitting other allies of President Trump.
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At a press briefing, President Trump expressed anger about a reporter who wrote about the rescue of a U.S. airman in Iran. He insisted that the journalist should disclose their source and warned they might face jail if they do not.
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President Trump spoke at a press briefing on Monday.
The briefing focused on the rescue of a U.S. airman in Iran.
A journalist reported on the details of this rescue operation.
President Trump demanded the journalist reveal who provided the information.
He warned the journalist could face jail if they did not disclose their source.
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President Donald Trump posted a controversial message on Easter, threatening Iran and including language that many found disrespectful to both Christianity and Islam. The post drew widespread criticism from religious leaders, Democratic lawmakers, and some conservatives, while others supported Trump's message. This occurred alongside news of a successful U.S. military operation in Iran.
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President Trump posted a warning to Iran on Easter, using strong language.
He threatened to attack Iranian power plants and bridges if Iran did not reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
The message included the phrase "Praise be to Allah," which critics said mocked Islam.
Religious leaders and Democratic lawmakers condemned Trump's post as disrespectful and dangerous.
There were calls to invoke the 25th Amendment, which can be used to remove a president deemed unfit for office.
Some figures, including conservative Laura Loomer, supported Trump's message.
The post coincided with the successful rescue of a U.S. Air Force colonel in Iran.
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Leaders We Deserve, a political action committee (PAC) founded by David Hogg to support young progressives in Democratic primaries, faced criticism from some campaigns for not fulfilling financial support promises. Campaigns for candidates like Irene Shin and Robert Peters expressed disappointment after being told financial commitments would be withdrawn. Leaders We Deserve stated they chose not to fund campaigns they believed were unlikely to win.
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Leaders We Deserve is a PAC aiming to support young progressive candidates in Democratic primaries.
David Hogg founded the PAC to help elect these candidates.
Some campaigns, like Irene Shin's and Robert Peters', claimed the PAC withdrew promised financial support.
Leaders We Deserve said it would not spend money on campaigns they felt had no chance of winning.
Robert Peters, supported by various progressive groups, came third with 12% in his primary.
Leaders We Deserve faced leadership changes and now has a clear stance against AIPAC.
The PAC supported other candidates with financial aid, helping some win or compete closely.
Despite criticisms, the PAC cited successful investments in other campaigns as justification for their strategy.
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A new report highlights a significant issue with theft of Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) funds from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients. Criminals stole over $600 million in SNAP benefits in 2025, affecting many households in the United States. This theft impacts families who rely on SNAP to buy food, often leading to skipped meals and increased debt.
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Over $600 million in SNAP benefits were stolen in 2025.
This theft affected about one in five households that use SNAP.
SNAP supports around 42 million Americans each month.
Most thefts occur through card skimming or phishing scams.
57% of affected households reported skipping or reducing meals.
43% of victims said they went further into debt due to theft.
Nearly two-thirds of those affected lost more than $250 in a theft.
SNAP beneficiaries want stronger safeguards like chip-enabled cards.
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President Donald Trump has endorsed Steve Hilton, a former adviser to British Prime Minister David Cameron, for governor of California. Hilton is competing in a primary election with several candidates, including another Republican, in a state traditionally dominated by Democrats. Trump’s endorsement has the potential to influence the dynamics of the race.
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President Trump endorsed Steve Hilton for California governor.
Hilton was an aide to ex-British PM David Cameron from 2010 to 2012.
Hilton is one of ten candidates in California’s June 2 primary election.
The primary will advance the top two candidates, regardless of party, to the general election.
Republicans have not won a statewide election in California in 20 years.
Hilton promotes policies like lower taxes and reducing state spending.
A recent poll showed Hilton as a leading Republican candidate, surprising many.
California uses a "jungle primary" system, where the top two finishers proceed to the general election.
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A 3-year-old girl who was separated from her mother after crossing the U.S.-Mexico border was allegedly sexually abused while in immigration custody. Her father, a legal U.S. resident, learned of the abuse after seeking the court's help for her release. The case is part of broader issues with prolonged detention times under new policies during President Trump's administration.
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A 3-year-old girl was separated from her mother at the U.S.-Mexico border and placed in foster care.
The girl's father, a legal U.S. resident, was unable to reunite with her promptly due to delays in the immigration process.
During her time in foster care, the girl reported alleged sexual abuse by an older child.
The federal government is accused of prolonging detention times with new policies.
The girl's allegations were reported to local law enforcement and are under investigation.
Legal challenges have been made against the policy changes, which critics say increased detention times for immigrant children.
The girl's lawsuit names the Office of Refugee Resettlement and the Department of Health and Human Services but they have not commented.
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President Donald Trump announced that U.S. forces successfully rescued an American airman who was stranded in Iran. The mission involved deploying numerous aircraft to mislead Iranian forces and ensure the airman's safe return. President Trump praised the operation, which took place under challenging conditions and did not result in any American casualties.
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President Trump announced the successful rescue of an injured American airman in Iran.
The rescue mission began on Friday and concluded on Saturday night.
U.S. forces deployed 155 aircraft, including bombers, fighters, and rescue helicopters.
The airman evaded Iranian forces by climbing mountains and communicating his location.
President Trump criticized a journalist for leaking information about the mission.
The President said the leak endangered the airman and U.S. military personnel.
The airman, who has not been publicly named, is reportedly in good condition.
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A viral social media post by Spencer Hakimian compared Easter messages from President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, sparking varied reactions. The post highlighted the differences in how each leader addressed Easter, focusing on Mamdani's Christian-themed message and Trump's unexpected reference to Islam and political issues concerning Iran.
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Spencer Hakimian's social media post comparing Easter messages received 2.5 million views.
President Trump's message mentioned political issues with Iran and included the phrase "Praise be to Allah."
Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a Muslim, offered a message celebrating Easter's significance to Christians.
Trump is recognized for his strong association with Christian voters in the U.S.
The post was seen as ironic due to Trump's Christian ties and Mamdani's Muslim faith.
The U.S. and Israel had launched military strikes in Iran, leading to heightened tensions and Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump also issued a more traditional Easter message recognizing the religious significance of the holiday.
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Wisconsin is holding an election to select a new state Supreme Court justice and a new mayor for the city of Waukesha. The election results will determine if the court keeps or changes its current liberal majority. Additionally, this election includes various local races across the state.
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Wisconsin's state Supreme Court election will either keep or change the court's liberal majority.
Judges Chris Taylor and Maria Lazar are competing to replace Justice Rebecca Bradley, who is retiring.
The city of Waukesha is having its first open-seat mayoral race in 20 years.
Alicia Halvensleben and Scott Allen are the candidates for Waukesha mayor.
Halvensleben is backed by the Waukesha County Democratic Party, while Allen is a conservative legislator.
The election includes races for judicial, municipal, and educational offices.
Milwaukee and Dane Counties are strongholds for Democrats, while Republicans tend to win in more rural areas.
The election is seen as less pivotal than past Supreme Court races because the current court majority is not at risk.
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Anthony Scaramucci, who briefly worked for President Donald Trump, explains that Trump's main focus is self-preservation, which is why he remains a dominant figure in politics. Scaramucci claims that Trump is not predictable because of his ideology but due to his persistence and survival instinct. Since losing advisers who once constrained his decisions, Trump is surrounded by people who agree with him, leading to decisions like the war in Iran.
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Anthony Scaramucci worked with President Trump for a brief time but knew him for 20 years.
Scaramucci describes Trump as a persistent person driven by survival rather than political beliefs.
Trump decided to stay in politics to avoid legal troubles after January 6.
Scaramucci worked as Trump's communications director for only 11 days.
Trump views other people as objects rather than friends, according to Scaramucci.
Trump used to be constrained by advisers like Jared Kushner, but they are no longer present.
Scaramucci suggests Trump does not care about the Republican Party's success without him.
Trump is surrounded by advisers who reflect his ideas instead of challenging them.
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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) reported that veterans' trust in its services has reached the highest level ever recorded. According to a survey, 82 percent of veterans who used VA services in early 2026 trusted the department. The rise in trust is linked to increased use of VA services like health care, disability benefits, and education programs.
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82% of veterans trust the VA as of early 2026, the highest since tracking began.
Trust in VA outpatient health care also reached a new high, at 93.6%.
Rising trust appears to encourage more veterans to enroll in VA services.
Historically, in 2016, only 55% of veterans trusted the VA.
New survey showed high satisfaction with ease of accessing services.
Despite trust increases, VA faces scrutiny over past veteran suicides at its facilities.
Veteran suicide rates are about 1.5 times higher than the general U.S. population.
The VA uses digital surveys to gather veterans' feedback on services.
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President Donald Trump led a chant of "four more years" during the White House Easter Egg Roll, a children's event traditionally focused on fun rather than politics. This chant has brought renewed attention to conversations about presidential term limits outlined in the U.S. Constitution, which restricts any president to two elected terms.
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President Donald Trump participated in the White House Easter Egg Roll.
During the event, he led the crowd in chanting "four more years."
The 22nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution limits presidents to two terms.
The Easter Egg Roll is an annual event dating back to 1878, aimed at families and children.
Historically, the event is nonpartisan and avoids political messages.
Trump has previously joked about serving more than two terms.
The event occurred on the South Lawn of the White House.
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Retired Army Major General Randy Manner warned of a "very dangerous" situation after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired senior Army officers. Critics are concerned this move could stifle honest military advice during the ongoing conflict with Iran and impact the morale and trust of the U.S. military.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired several senior Army officers, including General Randy George, General David Hodne, and Major General William Green, without giving detailed public reasons.
The firings happened during the ongoing conflict with Iran, leading to concerns about military decision-making.
Retired Major General Randy Manner warned that removing these officers risks discouraging honest military advice.
Critics compare the move to historical instances where leaders like Stalin and Hitler purged military officers, suggesting similar dangers.
Republican Representative Don Bacon and retired General Barry McCaffrey have both publicly criticized the firings.
Critics argue that the abrupt removals risk politicizing the military and undermining trust among soldiers.
There are concerns that this could impact military morale and the conduct of the war with Iran.
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The US Supreme Court has sent Steve Bannon's contempt of Congress conviction back to a lower court, where it might be dismissed. Bannon, an ally of President Trump, was convicted in 2022 for not cooperating with subpoenas related to the January 2021 Capitol riot.
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The US Supreme Court gave the case back to a lower court for potential dismissal.
Steve Bannon was convicted for not responding to Congress subpoenas about the Capitol riot.
Bannon served a four-month sentence in a Connecticut low-security federal facility.
The Supreme Court's decision overturns a previous appeals court ruling.
The Trump administration supports dismissing Bannon's case.
Bannon played a significant role in President Trump's political circle and first term.
Bannon challenged his conviction and sought Supreme Court intervention.
President Joe Biden's administration initially prosecuted Bannon.
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Voters in northwest Georgia are preparing for a special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene, who resigned from Congress. The election will allow someone else to serve out the rest of her term after her disagreement with President Trump.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene resigned from Congress.
Her resignation came after a public disagreement with President Donald Trump.
Greene's former district is in northwest Georgia.
A special election will be held to select her replacement.
The winner will serve the rest of Greene's term in Congress.
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An Indianapolis City-County councilor's home was shot at with multiple bullets overnight. The shooting happened after the councilor supported a vote related to a proposed data center. No one was hurt, and police are looking into the incident.
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Councilor Ron Gibson's home was hit with nearly a dozen bullets.
The shooting occurred while Gibson and his son were asleep.
A note reading "no data centers" was left at the scene.
No injuries were reported from the gunfire.
Indianapolis police are investigating the incident.
The shooting took place after a rezoning vote for a proposed data center in Gibson's district.
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President Donald Trump faced criticism for using harsh language in a post on Truth Social regarding the Iran conflict. He defended his words, saying he used them to make a point. The post also led to discussions about potentially invoking the 25th Amendment.
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President Trump made a post on Truth Social on Easter about the conflict with Iran.
The post used strong language to describe actions against Iran.
Trump said he used the language to emphasize his point.
The post led to calls for Trump's Cabinet to consider the 25th Amendment.
Senator Chris Murphy criticized the post as unstable.
Tensions between the U.S. and Iran have risen, with military strikes increasing.
Rising global oil prices due to the conflict put pressure on Trump domestically.
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Odds that President Donald Trump might be removed from office using the 25th Amendment have risen significantly in the prediction markets. Although these markets are not always correct, they show changes in what people think might happen. Some Democrats are urging Trump's cabinet to consider using the 25th Amendment, but there is no indication his cabinet plans to do so.
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The chance of Trump being removed via the 25th Amendment reached 39% in prediction markets.
This is one of the highest percentages reached since Trump returned to office.
Trump's recent messages on Truth Social included aggressive language about Iran.
Prediction markets showed a previous likelihood of 32% for removal on Friday.
Some Democrats, like Senators and Representatives, are calling for the 25th Amendment to be considered.
The 25th Amendment allows the president's cabinet to remove him, but there is currently no sign they will do so.
Prediction markets are platforms where people bet on the likelihood of future events, reflecting public opinion trends.
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