Pastor Molis Augustave, a Haitian national, faces deportation after the U.S. government denied his application for permanent residence. He was detained in Pennsylvania and remains separated from his family while awaiting removal, which could happen soon.
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Pastor Molis Augustave was arrested during a vehicle stop in Pennsylvania on September 4.
He applied for lawful permanent residence but was denied by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Augustave previously held Temporary Protected Status, which was ended for many Haitians by the Trump administration in July.
Advocates say he has been an active community leader and has continued to provide spiritual support while in detention.
His deportation had been temporarily stopped after a public campaign led by his wife.
A legal motion to reopen his removal case is still pending, but deportation could happen as soon as this week.
Immigration officials moved to speed up his deportation and transferred him to detention far from his family.
The Department of Homeland Security says he entered the U.S. illegally in 2016 and has a final removal order from 2018.
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A group of U.S. senators is urging Secretary of State Marco Rubio to urgently work on freeing Reza Valizadeh, an American journalist imprisoned in Iran. They highlight that Valizadeh’s health is worsening and warn that his life is at risk while detained in Iran’s Evin Prison.
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Reza Valizadeh is a U.S.-Iranian dual citizen and former journalist for Radio Farda.
He has been imprisoned in Iran since September 2024 and sentenced to 10 years for "collaborating with a hostile government."
The U.S. State Department labeled Valizadeh as wrongfully detained in May 2025.
Senators from both parties asked Secretary Marco Rubio to use all diplomatic means to secure his release immediately.
Valizadeh’s health has worsened, and he has been denied necessary medical treatment, including an inhaler for asthma.
Other Americans, like Kamran Hekmati and Dena Karari, have also been detained in Iran but some have been released or remain barred from leaving.
The Trump administration says it raises cases of wrongfully detained Americans whenever possible but avoids discussing details to avoid hurting negotiations.
The senators emphasize that Iran has a history of detaining dual nationals and using them as political leverage.
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Maine Senate candidate Troy Jackson criticized Senator Susan Collins after a ProPublica report suggested corruption involving her campaign donations. Collins’s aide strongly denied the claims, calling them completely false.
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Troy Jackson is the Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate from Maine.
Senator Susan Collins is the current Republican senator from Maine running for re-election.
ProPublica published a report alleging corruption linked to Collins’s campaign funding.
The report claims Collins helped secure millions in taxpayer money for a donor who supports her campaign.
Collins’s aide described the report as “categorically false.”
Jackson said “the jig is up,” meaning he believes the truth has been revealed.
The controversy centers on campaign financing and government spending.
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President Donald Trump scolded a CNN reporter for covering him at a United Nations meeting after banning CNN and two other news outlets from the White House. The ban was announced last week, and the news organizations have sued to regain their White House access passes.
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President Trump told CNN anchor Kaitlan Collins she should not cover him at the UN.
CNN, Politico, and MS Now were banned from the White House last week by President Trump.
Trump accused these outlets of regularly publishing false information, but did not provide proof.
Reporters from the banned outlets were denied entry to the White House on Saturday.
These news organizations have filed a lawsuit to overturn the ban and restore their access.
A federal judge is expected to hold a hearing on the lawsuit soon.
Media groups and free press advocates have criticized the ban as a violation of press freedom.
President Trump says the ban is for national security, not to attack the free press.
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Democratic strategist James Carville said that Hasan Piker, a left-wing internet personality, is not a member of the Democratic Party. Carville stated this during an interview on Fox News, emphasizing that Piker should not be considered a Democrat.
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James Carville is a strategist for the Democratic Party.
He spoke on Fox News with Laura Ingraham.
Carville said Hasan Piker is not a Democrat.
Piker is known for his left-wing streaming content.
Carville said he does not care about Piker’s own statements about his political identity.
Carville’s comment came as a repeated point to clarify Piker’s relation to the party.
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The Trump administration plans to remove about 750,000 people from Affordable Care Act health insurance because of suspected fraud. Officials say this action will save taxpayers around $2.2 billion.
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About 750,000 ACA enrollees are being removed due to suspected fraudulent sign-ups.
Vice President Vance announced the removals on Tuesday.
The action is expected to save approximately $2.2 billion in taxpayer money.
Dr. Mehmet Oz, head of the Centers involved, commented that these enrollees are “not real people.”
The effort is part of a task force led by Vice President Vance to eliminate fraud in ACA coverage.
The Affordable Care Act is a law that helps people buy health insurance.
The government pays for some ACA health insurance costs using taxpayer funds.
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The Pentagon is changing how officers are promoted to general rank. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the new system will focus more on actual skills and reduce unnecessary paperwork.
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The Pentagon is updating the promotion process for generals.
The goal is to make promotions based on true merit and reduce bureaucracy.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the changes.
A new event called the Joint Warfighter Evaluation will start this year.
The evaluation tests how well officers perform in battlefield situations.
The program aims to identify the best leaders for high ranks.
This change is meant to improve the quality of military leadership.
The announcement was shared on social media by Hegseth.
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Patrick Clancy spoke about his grief after his three children died and the legal case involving his ex-wife, Lindsay Clancy, who is accused of killing their children while suffering from postpartum psychosis. The trial ended in a mistrial, and Patrick faced public scrutiny and online attacks during the case.
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Patrick Clancy lost his three children over three years ago, a tragedy that deeply affected him.
Lindsay Clancy did not deny killing the children but claimed she was mentally ill at the time and not responsible for the crime.
The trial lasted five weeks and ended without a verdict (mistrial).
Prosecutors have not decided whether to try Lindsay Clancy again.
Lawyers have asked for investigations into jury conduct and potential dismissal of the case.
Patrick’s youngest son, Callan, survived for four days in the hospital before passing away in Patrick’s arms.
Patrick experienced a panic attack during his court testimony but returned to finish testifying.
Online social media users have closely examined Patrick’s behavior and testimony, causing him additional stress.
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A grand jury in Mississippi found no evidence to charge anyone in the death of Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old Black man who died after a July 4 boating trip near the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The grand jury said the death was consistent with drowning, but the family disagrees and is asking for an independent investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice.
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Nolan Wells’ body was found after he went missing during a party on Horn Island on July 4.
The grand jury found no proof of criminal actions and said the death was likely due to drowning.
Both the Mississippi medical examiner and an independent pathologist could not determine the exact cause of death.
The grand jury reviewed evidence such as cellphone data, witness statements, videos, and GPS information.
The family, represented by civil rights attorney Ben Crump, questioned the investigation and wants full reports released.
The family and the NAACP called for a Justice Department investigation over concerns about the case.
District Attorney Angel Myers McIlrath defended the investigation and denied any evidence of racial motivation or wrongdoing.
The case has drawn attention because of Mississippi’s history with racial injustice and concerns over how Black people are treated in predominantly white communities.
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A city council led by the Reform UK party in Sunderland has stopped funding the anti-racism charity Show Racism the Red Card after 30 years of support. The council leader said they would no longer support organizations with political agendas, which has caused strong reactions from charity representatives and opposition politicians.
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Sunderland city council is now led by Reform UK, which ended its support for Show Racism the Red Card.
Show Racism the Red Card is a charity focused on anti-racism education in schools and communities.
Gary Bennett, a former Sunderland football player and charity coach, expressed shock and disappointment at the decision.
Reform UK leader Christopher Eynon said the council will not support what it calls “politically charged organisations.”
Opposition politicians, including Labour’s Bridget Phillipson, criticized the decision as not reflecting Sunderland residents’ views.
Sunderland council was the first local authority to support the charity when it started in 1996.
The charity’s work includes teaching children about racism and running workshops in prisons and workplaces.
Separately, Reform UK councillors in Bradford proposed ending the city’s status as a Local Authority of Sanctuary, which supports migrants and refugees.
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Senator John Curtis, a Republican from Utah, has asked the Senate Judiciary Committee to investigate whether Donald Trump Jr. and Hunter Biden used their family connections for personal financial gain or special treatment. Curtis wants the committee to subpoena both men to testify about their business dealings and relationships with foreign people and companies.
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Senator John Curtis sent a letter to the Senate Judiciary Committee asking for an investigation into Donald Trump Jr. and Hunter Biden.
Curtis wants subpoenas issued to both men to question them about money, gifts, or favors linked to their family ties.
Curtis raised concerns after reports that a Russian oligarch funded Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding afterparty, which President Trump said was repaid by his son.
Curtis argues that oversight should apply equally to the families of both Republican and Democratic presidents.
Hunter Biden has faced past investigations over his work with a Ukrainian energy company while his father was vice president, but allegations remain unproven.
Senator Curtis is not on the Judiciary Committee, so he cannot vote on subpoenas but is speaking out publicly about these issues.
President Donald Trump is currently serving his second term following the 2024 election.
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A crypto-backed political group called Fairshake plans to spend at least $30 million to oppose Democrat Sherrod Brown in Ohio’s November Senate special election. The group wants to stop Brown, who has pushed for stricter crypto rules, as the industry seeks clearer federal regulations under the stalled CLARITY Act supported by President Donald Trump.
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Fairshake, a super PAC funded by Coinbase, Ripple, and Andreessen Horowitz, will spend $30 million against Sherrod Brown in Ohio’s Senate race.
The CLARITY Act aims to clarify which agency, the SEC or CFTC, regulates cryptocurrencies and other digital assets.
Senate Democrats blocked a procedural vote to debate the CLARITY Act, stalling the bill before formal debate began.
Sherrod Brown has opposed weak crypto regulations and warned about fraud and consumer risks while leading the Senate Banking Committee.
The election is a special race to fill the seat vacated by JD Vance after he became vice president.
Polls show Brown leading Republican incumbent Jon Husted by about 5 points.
Fairshake’s Ohio focus is strategic to block Brown, who is seen as a regulatory opponent of crypto interests, rather than based on local crypto industry size.
Husted’s campaign claims Brown’s record includes higher taxes and lenient border policies, while Brown’s team criticizes special interests backing Husted.
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President Donald Trump announced that the United States will build two large new military bases in Greenland. This plan follows months of tense relations between the U.S. and Denmark, which governs Greenland.
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President Trump said two major U.S. military bases will be built in Greenland.
The announcement was made on a Tuesday, with immediate steps to begin construction.
Greenland is an Arctic island governed by Denmark.
The U.S. aims to increase its military presence in the Arctic region.
The move comes after months of tension between the U.S. and Denmark.
Building bases in Greenland will help the U.S. strengthen its security and influence in the Arctic.
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Senate Democrats and Senator Bernie Sanders have asked the U.S. Trade Representative to return money collected from tariffs that the Supreme Court found illegal. These tariffs were put in place during President Trump’s time in office.
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Senate Democrats and independent Senator Bernie Sanders signed a letter on this issue.
They addressed U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.
The letter asks for refunds of money collected from certain tariffs.
The Supreme Court ruled those tariffs were illegal earlier this year.
The tariffs were originally set during President Trump’s administration.
Senators who signed include Elizabeth Warren, Martin Heinrich, Sheldon Whitehouse, and Richard Blumenthal.
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New laws will start on October 1 in several U.S. states, including Florida, California, North Carolina, Maryland, and Connecticut. These laws cover topics like housing, car sales, ticket sales, consumer rights, and data privacy.
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Florida will make it a felony to illegally take over rental homes and create new crimes related to animal cruelty involving minors.
California’s new law will make car dealers disclose all fees clearly and allow buyers to cancel some purchases within three days.
North Carolina will regulate how tickets are resold to stop unfair practices and help consumers get fair prices.
Maryland will require many businesses to accept cash payments and set safety rules for short-term rentals like Airbnb.
Connecticut will expand laws that protect residents’ personal data and control over how companies use their information.
October 1 is a common start date for many states to enforce newly passed laws from recent legislative sessions.
These laws affect millions of people who live in or do business in these states.
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A new poll shows Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed leading Republican Mike Rogers by 7 points in the Michigan Senate race. The survey found 47% of likely voters support El-Sayed, while 40% support Rogers.
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Abdul El-Sayed is the Democratic candidate for the Michigan Senate seat.
Mike Rogers is the Republican candidate and a current U.S. Representative.
A Suffolk University poll found El-Sayed ahead by 7 percentage points.
47% of likely Michigan voters said they support El-Sayed.
40% of likely voters said they support Rogers.
81% of Democrats in the poll supported El-Sayed.
The election will take place in November.
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President Donald Trump suggested calling artificial intelligence "super intelligence" because he thinks the word "artificial" makes it sound fake. He said AI is amazing but warned people to be careful with it. Trump opposes regulating AI, which differs from others who want more control.
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President Trump proposed renaming artificial intelligence to "super intelligence" or SI.
He believes the term "artificial" implies AI is fake, which he disagrees with.
Trump described AI as amazing but cautioned users to be careful.
He has stated that winning in AI technology is very important.
Trump is against regulations or government rules limiting AI development.
Many people and groups believe AI needs regulation to keep it safe.
There is concern that international agreements are slow compared to how fast AI is improving.
This statement was made during a recent speech covered in the news eight hours ago.
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Retired General Jack Keane said it is likely that President Donald Trump will start combat operations against Iran again as the conflict nears seven months. The statement was made during an interview about possible future U.S. actions toward Iran.
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Jack Keane is a retired U.S. Army General.
He said it is "inevitable" that President Trump might resume military attacks on Iran.
The conflict with Iran has been going on for almost seven months.
The comment was made during a Fox Business interview with host Larry Kudlow.
Kudlow asked if President Trump should give a strong warning to Iran.
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Former President Bill Clinton criticized President Donald Trump’s plans to build a triumphal arch and to rename the Kennedy Center after himself. Clinton said that leaders should focus less on personal credit and more on solving global problems.
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Bill Clinton spoke at the opening of the annual Clinton Global Initiative event.
Clinton expressed disapproval of President Trump’s plan for a triumphal arch.
Clinton also opposed efforts to rename the Kennedy Center after President Trump.
Clinton suggested global challenges are easier to handle when leaders do not focus on personal credit.
The discussion highlights differences between the two presidents’ leadership styles.
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Katie Porter, who ran for governor of California and finished fifth in the primary, said she was stepping away from politics earlier this year. Recently, she spoke again about the topic of a tax on billionaires and explained that such a tax keeps things the same instead of making changes.
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Katie Porter ran for governor of California in 2024.
She finished in fifth place in the primary election.
In July, Porter said she was taking a break from politics.
She referred to this break as starting a “new chapter.”
Porter recently commented on a proposed billionaire tax.
She said this billionaire tax “perpetuates the status quo,” meaning it keeps the system unchanged.
The tax discussion involves how wealthy people are taxed.
Porter is a former lawmaker, meaning she used to be a member of government.
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