Chicago media outlets take legal action against ICE for claimed excessive force during protests.

The Chicago News Guild, along with other media organizations, filed a lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on Monday. This legal action stems from allegations of excessive force used against journalists during protests in the area. “As a union, we strive to safeguard the health and […]
Sanders: Trump could ‘actually ruin’ the health care system

Senator Bernie Sanders expressed concern on Monday that President Trump could potentially “literally collapse” the U.S. healthcare system amid rising partisan tensions related to the government shutdown. Sanders acknowledged, “I’m not going to exaggerate. Our healthcare system is indeed broken, and everyone is aware of that. Trump is right when he says it’s not functioning […]
Chicago mayor calls National Guard deployment ‘unlawful, against the Constitution … harmful’

Concerns Over National Guard Deployment to Chicago On Tuesday, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson expressed strong opposition to the anticipated deployment of the National Guard, labeling it as “illegal, unconstitutional,” and “dangerous.” This statement comes as local authorities brace for federal troops’ arrival. During a news conference, Mayor Johnson criticized the Trump administration for not providing […]
Senate Republican: NFL’s Bad Bunny choice is obviously partisan

Bernie Moreno Criticizes Super Bowl Halftime Show Choice Senator Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) recently shared his thoughts on Bad Bunny being selected for the upcoming Super Bowl LX halftime show, framing it as a political issue. In a video interview with independent journalist Nicholas Barassy, Moreno questioned, “Why would you choose anyone else to perform at […]
Oregon attorney general claims Trump is discussing manipulating elections to stay in control.

Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield expressed concerns on Monday regarding President Trump’s actions, suggesting they aim to bolster his command similar to a powerful leader in another nation. Rayfield stated, “He’s weaponizing the Department of Justice and normalizing military use.” He elaborated during an appearance on MSNBC’s “Weeknight Nights,” criticizing Trump’s talk of manipulating elections […]
Sanders: Trump might be ‘crazy’ and ‘always lying,’ but ‘he’s a skilled politician’

Sanders Critiques Trump Amid Government Shutdown Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) acknowledged President Trump’s political skills, while still holding on to his prior criticisms of him. On CNN, he stated, “It’s clear that this shutdown must be completed as soon as possible.” However, he emphasized that Trump needs to confront the healthcare crisis resulting from his […]
Hegseth is mistaken: Women have an important role in the military

MAGA and Military Standards The phrase “Make America Great Again,” often associated with Donald Trump, is undoubtedly one of the most effective marketing campaigns in recent history. Trump, who lacked prior government experience, was elected President of the United States not once, but twice—surprisingly securing a second term even after facing impeachment twice during his […]
Republicans claim the FBI examined lawmakers’ phone records in the Trump January 6 investigation.

In 2023, the FBI examined the phone records of nine Republican Congress members as part of an investigation into former President Trump’s alleged attempts to overturn the 2020 election results. This information surfaced in a recently released document by the Senate Judiciary Committee. The document, dated September 27, 2023, mentions Senators Lindsey Graham (SC), Bill […]
Memo states that furloughed employees are not assured of receiving back pay.

Draft memos from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) suggest that government employees may not be entitled to backpay for holidays missed during shutdowns. According to a memo reported by Axios, the issue ties back to an interpretation of a 2019 law aimed at fair treatment for government workers, which was signed by President […]
Airports are facing staff shortages during the shutdown.

On Monday, multiple airports reported a lack of air traffic controllers as a government shutdown neared its one-week mark. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pointed out in its announcements that Hollywood Burbank Airport, Denver International Airport, and Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey faced delays due to this issue. Specifically, at Hollywood Burbank Airport, […]