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💰 Swiss gold and Rolex gifts to Trump arouse ‘disgust’ in Europe

Lavish gifts of gold bars, luxury watches, and other valuables received from Swiss figures raise scrutiny over whether foreign benefactors are attempting to influence U.S. policy through personal appeals to the president. Ethical experts warn that this pattern fits into a broader trend in which presidential authority is treated as a personal possession rather than a public trust. The article raises concerns about corruption, blurred boundaries, and weakening guardrails on the presidency. — The Guardian

🏜️ In Courting Saudi Arabia, Trump Emulates Mohammed bin Salman’s Authoritarianism

The Trump administration’s increasingly close ties with Saudi Arabia reflect not only strategic interests but also admiration for the kingdom’s centralized, punitive political model. President Trump’s alignment with Mohammed bin Salman highlights a troubling embrace of authoritarian governance styles, including crackdowns on dissent and unchecked executive power. Critics warn that adopting these norms risks undermining democratic institutions and human rights protections at home. — Truthout

🚩 Mamdani reiterates Trump is a ‘fascist’ just days after cordial meeting

The mayor-elect of New York City reaffirmed his view that the president is a “fascist” and a “despot,” even after meeting him at the White House and engaging in a surprisingly cordial exchange. “The pair agreed to work together on housing, food prices and cost-of-living concerns, and bonded over a mutual love for New York.” Mamdani stressed that his characterization of the president hasn’t changed and emphasized the importance of naming what he sees as threats to democratic norms. — The Guardian

📞 Khashoggi’s widow and Democrats demand release of call transcript with Trump and Saudi crown prince

The widow of the slain journalist joined Democratic lawmakers to call for disclosure of a 2019 phone call between the president and the Saudi crown prince, asserting that the conversation may reveal a quid pro quo linked to U.S. policy and business interests. A former national-security official described the call as “shocking” and raised concerns about executive accountability and foreign influence. The White House declined to release the transcript, deepening questions about transparency, diplomacy and human rights. — Associated Press

🕵️‍♂️ Senators Launch Inquiry After a White House Official Intervened on Behalf of Andrew Tate During a Federal Investigation

Two Senate Democrats have opened an investigation into a White House official’s reported interference in a federal probe of influential internet personality Andrew Tate, alleging the official requested officials return seized devices during the investigation. “The Tates are facing sex trafficking accusations in three countries.” The Trump administration official in question previously represented the subjects of the investigation and later entered the administration, raising conflicts of interest and concerns about rule-of-law integrity. The inquiry spotlights how political influence may erode independent law enforcement and compliance with federal mandates. — ProPublica

📍 ICE detained teenaged US citizen during school lunch break, family says

A 17-year-old U.S. citizen was pulled over and arrested during his high-school lunch break by immigration agents who ignored his repeated protests of citizenship and broke his car window before detaining him. The student was taken to a detention facility, held for several hours, and later released—a case that has sparked urgent concerns about agents failing to verify citizenship status. Community groups report multiple detainees that week in Oregon, including four U.S. citizens, raising alarms about sweeping enforcement tactics. — The Guardian

🚦 Meet the Veteran Who Chases ICE on a Scooter

A former U.S. Navy veteran now rides an electric scooter across Baltimore, deliberately shadowing immigration-enforcement vehicles to hold them accountable and unnerve agents, saying his mission is to “make their morale as low as possible.” He patrols neighborhood streets and livestreams encounters, framing his actions as community defense and civil resistance against aggressive ICE operations. The approach signals a growing trend of grassroots observers challenging federal enforcement in public spaces. — Mother Jones

🧑🏾‍🦽 Health of double amputee detained in Georgia ICE jail worsens

A Liberian-born man who uses prosthetic legs and has multiple health issues has seen his condition severely decline while held without bond for nearly a year at a detention center in Georgia, despite having a pending green card and a past pardon. His prosthetics malfunction, surgeries mount, and high-risk conditions escalate as oversight offices be dismantled and advocacy intensifies. The case has drawn bipartisan concern, spotlighting the intersection of disability, detention and immigration policy. — The Guardian

🏛️ US veteran considers civil lawsuit after he was arrested and injured at anti-ICE protest

A 70-year-old retired U.S. Air Force veteran who was knocked down and injured by masked immigration agents during a protest has had felony charges dropped and is now exploring a civil suit against authorities. The incident took place during a demonstration against increased ICE operations, and video evidence of the encounter helped prompt the dismissals. His case exemplifies conflicts between veterans, community activism, and federal immigration enforcement tactics. — The Guardian

🚶‍♂️ Florida grandfather, born in refugee camp, nabbed by ICE after living 70 years in the United States

A Florida grandfather who was born in a post-World War II refugee camp, has lived in the U.S. legally for decades, and served his community now faces custody by the immigration agency under a decades-old deportation order. He was detained after 70 + years in the country and while in a wheelchair fell out at the detention center, waiting hours for help. His case underscores how long-term residents with tenuous documentation are vulnerable amid aggressive enforcement. — Tampa Bay Times

💥 Calls to Action:

Click here to Investigate Torture of Trump Detainees in El Salvador
Click here to Stop the Trump administration’s secret tax breaks for the rich and corporations
Click here to Shut Down Alligator Alcatraz and Every ICE Black Site Detention Camp in America
Click here to Tell the Six Democrats Trump Threatened: We Have Your Back
Click here to Tell NBC: Stand With Seth Meyers — Don’t Let Trump Kill Free Speech
Click here to Stop Skyrocketing Costs and Chaos — Pass Medicare for All
Click here to Protect Affordable Health Care!
Click here to Hold ICE accountable. Arrest ICE agents who break the law.

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