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12/19/2025

12/19/2025

President Donald Trump called for the arrest of FBI Director Christopher Wray, former Attorney General Merrick Garland, and others over the 2022 FBI raid on his Mar-a-Lago estate. In a post on Truth Social, Trump described the raid as an "unreasonable search and seizure" and echoed a follower's call for the arrests of those involved.

Trump's comments came after Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Chuck Grassley released newly declassified emails showing that FBI agents did not believe they had probable cause to raid Mar-a-Lago in August 2022. Grassley stated, "Mar-a-Lago raid was a miscarriage of justice," referencing the documents, which revealed internal concerns within the FBI over the search warrant.

FBI Director Kash Patel also confirmed that the FBI had acknowledged a lack of probable cause but proceeded with the raid after pressure from the Department of Justice. He stated on social media, "DOJ 'didn't give a damn' and did it anyway."

The release of these documents has reignited debate over the raid, with Trump and his supporters criticizing it as politically motivated. This follows ongoing investigations into the handling of classified materials and previous concerns about the Justice Department's role in the decision to execute the search.

12/19/2025

SUDDEN EXIT: NYC mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's newly named director of appointments abruptly resigns after resurfaced social media posts showed she made antisemitic remarks, according to reports.

Catherine Almonte Da Costa stepped down after the Anti-Defamation League of New York/New Jersey raised concerns about her past online activity.

Posts made between 2011 and 2012 reportedly included references to "money hungry Jews," "rich Jewish peeps," and calling a Far Rockaway train "the Jew train."

12/19/2025

Former First Lady Jill Biden has sharply criticized President Trump’s economic record, saying she is stunned by how quickly she believes he has undone the progress made during her husband’s administration. In recent remarks, Biden argued that President Joe Biden left behind a strong and stable economy one she says is now being mismanaged.

“Joe handed him a strong economy,” Jill Biden said, adding that Trump is “squandering it with policies that drive up costs.” Her comments come amid ongoing debates over inflation, consumer prices, and economic direction, issues that remain at the center of political discourse heading into the next election cycle.

Supporters of the Biden administration point to job growth, post-pandemic recovery, and infrastructure investments as evidence that the economy was on solid footing before Trump returned to office. They argue that recent policy shifts including changes to trade, taxation, and regulation are contributing to higher costs for everyday Americans, from groceries to housing.

Trump allies strongly reject that characterization. They argue that economic strain is the delayed result of previous spending policies and global pressures, and say Trump’s approach is focused on long-term growth, energy independence, and reducing government overreach. They also note that economic indicators often lag behind policy changes, making blame difficult to assign cleanly.

Jill Biden’s remarks underscore how deeply personal and political the economy has become. For voters, the debate is less about statistics and more about lived experience paychecks, prices, and financial security.

As both sides trade blame, one thing is clear: the fight over who “built” the economy and who is hurting it is far from over, and will likely intensify as Americans decide which vision they trust moving forward.

12/19/2025

A new dispute is unfolding in Washington after Democratic Representative Pramila Jayapal warned that the Trump administration has halted all USAID funding to the World Relief Organization, a move she says could have serious humanitarian consequences.

In public remarks, Jayapal expressed alarm over what she described as a complete freeze on funding that supports World Relief’s international aid operations. The organization is known for providing food assistance, disaster relief, refugee support, and development programs in vulnerable regions around the world. Jayapal argued that cutting off these funds could disrupt lifesaving services for communities already facing extreme hardship.

According to her warning, the funding pause could affect programs tied to health care, food security, and refugee assistance, potentially leaving thousands without critical support. She framed the decision as part of a broader shift in U.S. foreign aid priorities under the Trump administration, calling for immediate transparency and clarification.

Administration supporters push back on that characterization, arguing that funding reviews are necessary to ensure accountability, efficiency, and proper use of taxpayer dollars. They say pauses or cuts do not automatically signal permanent shutdowns, but rather reflect efforts to reassess how aid money is distributed and monitored.

As of now, there has been no detailed public explanation confirming the scope or duration of the funding halt, leaving aid groups and lawmakers seeking answers. The situation has intensified debate over America’s role in global humanitarian efforts and how foreign aid decisions are made.

With tensions rising, the controversy underscores a familiar divide in Washington: balancing fiscal oversight and national priorities against the urgent needs of vulnerable populations abroad.

12/19/2025

Former Ohio state Senator and progressive activist Nina Turner has reignited the national debate over reparations after making a forceful public demand for immediate action. In remarks that quickly spread online, Turner rejected the long-standing argument that modern Americans should not be held responsible for historical injustices, saying that Black Americans are repeatedly dismissed whenever reparations are raised. “Whenever Black Americans advocate for reparations, white supremacists say you weren’t alive then,” she said, adding bluntly, “We’re coming for our check.”

The statement has drawn intense reactions across the political spectrum. Supporters argue Turner is voicing frustration shared by many who believe the legacy of slavery, segregation, and systemic discrimination continues to shape economic inequality today. They say reparations are not about individual guilt, but about addressing generational harm, wealth gaps, and policies that benefited some groups while excluding others for decades.

Critics, however, argue that reparations raise serious questions about fairness, implementation, and national unity. Some contend that current generations should not be financially responsible for historical wrongs, while others question how reparations would be structured, funded, or distributed without creating new divisions.

Turner’s comments come as discussions about race, history, and economic justice continue to resurface in election cycles and public policy debates. While reparations proposals have been studied and debated in Congress for years, no comprehensive plan has been adopted at the federal level.

The renewed attention highlights a deeper divide over how America confronts its past and whether justice is best pursued through acknowledgment, policy reform, financial compensation, or a combination of all three. As reactions pour in, the question remains: is the country ready to move from debate to action, or will the issue remain unresolved?

12/19/2025

Trump's Treasury Secretary Reveals Who Will Be Eligible For The $2,000 Tariff Dividend