📢 Power to the People News — October 9, 2025 | Updates and Actions You Can Take Today
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⚖️ Trump Moves to Invoke the Insurrection Act
This piece explores if Trump seeks to invoke the Insurrection Act, granting him broad authority to deploy the military domestically under the guise of “national security.” Critics warn this maneuver could criminalize dissent and erode constitutional checks on executive power. Legal experts say the move would represent a defining escalation toward authoritarian rule. — The Intercept
🪖 Chicago Becomes a “War Zone” Under Trump’s National Guard Orders
Federal deployments have turned parts of Chicago into militarized zones, as Trump authorizes National Guard presence amid local opposition. Governor Pritzker and city leaders condemn the operation as political theater designed to intimidate communities. The escalation showcases how authoritarian tactics are being normalized in American cities. — Mother Jones
🏛️ Trump Expands His Power Amid Government Shutdown
As the shutdown continues, Trump is using emergency powers to consolidate executive control and sideline oversight. His administration is expanding presidential authority under the pretext of “national continuity.” The crisis underscores how administrative paralysis is being leveraged for political gain. — The Hill
💸 Marjorie Taylor Greene Pushes Obamacare Misinformation Amid Premium Hikes
Republican Representative Greene said she’s “not a fan” of Obamacare but complained that her “own adult children’s insurance premiums for 2026 are going to DOUBLE” if Congress ignores the issue. — NBC News
🩺 White House Eyes Changes to Social Security and Medicare
Trump officials are reportedly revisiting campaign promises to “reform” Social Security and Medicare, signaling potential benefit cuts and eligibility changes. Critics argue these moves would dismantle safety nets that millions of seniors depend on. The discussion reveals a broader agenda of austerity masked as fiscal responsibility. — MSNBC
🌲 Public Outcry Erupts Over Trump’s Plan to Reopen Logging Roads in National Forests
The administration’s decision to repeal the “Roadless Rule” has sparked widespread protests from environmental groups. Opponents warn that opening forest roads to logging will devastate ecosystems and accelerate deforestation. The backlash underscores growing resistance to corporate-driven environmental rollbacks. — Mother Jones
📉 Shutdown Orchestrated Through Project 2025 Blueprint
Trump’s shutdown strategy is being guided by Project 2025 architect Russell Vought, who frames it as a necessary “government reset.” Critics argue it’s a calculated effort to dismantle federal institutions and redirect power to the executive branch. The plan reveals how ideological extremism is shaping fiscal governance. — MSNBC
⚖️ DOJ Faces Criticism Over Political Bias and Loyalty Tests
Internal disputes within the Justice Department are intensifying as Trump and his allies push for loyalty over law. Former officials accuse Attorney General Pam Bondi of enforcing political purity tests. These developments further blur the line between justice and partisanship under Trump’s control. — Axios
🕵️♂️ Lawmakers Demand Answers on ICE’s Potential Use of Spyware
Congressional leaders are calling for transparency after reports suggest ICE may have purchased or used Paragon spyware, a tool capable of invasive surveillance. Privacy advocates warn this technology could be deployed to monitor activists and immigrants without oversight. Lawmakers insist on full disclosure before further rights violations occur. — Truthout
🧑⚖️ Civil rights jobs have been cut. Those ex-workers warn of ICE detention violations
“More detention woes, people with health issues in detention, deaths in detention,” she predicted. “I don’t know if there’s an avenue for anyone to get that help anymore.” — NPR
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