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āļø 2 conservative operatives get probation for robocalls to discourage Black Detroit voters in 2020
Two right-wing activists were sentenced to probation for orchestrating a robocall scheme targeting Black voters in Detroit with false claims about mail-in voting. Prosecutors said the calls were designed to suppress turnout by spreading misinformation about voting security and potential legal consequences. Civil-rights groups argue the lenient sentence fails to reflect the seriousness of coordinated voter suppression efforts. ā The Seattle Times
š More than 220 judges have now rejected the Trump adminās mass detention policy
The Trump administrationās attempt to systematically detain nearly all immigrants facing deportation has triggered a fierce ā and growing ā backlash from courts across the country. āAt least 225 judges have ruled in more than 700 cases that the administrationās new policy, which also deprives people of an opportunity to seek release from an immigration court, is a likely violation of law and the right to due process.... Judges have assailed the administration for defying the law and suggested the unprecedented interpretation of the law could subject millions of people to detention, even if they have lived in the country for decades without incident.ā Overwhelming the courts with frivolous cases is a classic power move used by fascist authoritarians like Trump and the complicit Republicans in Congress. ā Politico
š¼ David Sacksā financial conflicts mean he can no longer credibly serve as White House AI advisor; he should resign
Public Citizen argues that a senior White House AI advisor, David Sach, holds significant financial interests in tech companies that stand to benefit from federal AI policy, creating untenable conflicts of interest. āThe Times investigation found that Sacks ā despite claims that he had sold most of his A.I. assets ā has retained at least 449 stakes in companies with ties to A.I. that could be aided directly or indirectly by his policies.ā Advocates say his ongoing role undermines public trust and risks shaping policy to benefit private ventures rather than the public good. They call for immediate resignation and stronger ethics rules for tech-policy officials. ā CommonDreams
ā Starbucks to pay NYC workers $35 million in labor law settlement
New York City officials finalized a settlement with Starbucks after accusing it of violating labor laws by targeting workers. āAbout $35 million will go to more than 15,000 New York City baristas who complained that the company failed to provide stable schedules and indiscriminately cut hours, per the settlement.ā Labor advocates say the deal is a major step toward holding corporations accountable for illegal anti-worker behavior. ā Axios
š¢Entire Chain of Command Could Be Held Liable for Killing Boat Strike Survivors, Sources Say
Leaked materials reveal evidence that U.S. personnel were involved in a series of boat strikes in Venezuela that killed civilians, despite official claims the incidents targeted militants. Internal reports suggest the attacks were authorized under murky rules of engagement approved by senior officials. Human-rights experts say the actions may constitute war crimes and demand independent investigation. ā The Intercept
š³ļø Republican whose child has Down syndrome opposes redistricting after Trumpās ableist slur
An Indiana Republican senator abruptly withdrew support for a redistricting plan afterPresident Trump publicly used the derogatory ār-word.ā The episode highlights the pressure lawmakers face to align with the presidentās political demands, even in state-level legislative matters. The withdrawal now places the redistricting process in uncertainty, weakening GOP efforts to push through their map. ā The Guardian
āļø Trump administration fires 8 immigration judges in New York City
The administration removed eight immigration judges from their positions without explanation, disrupting ongoing asylum hearings and creating uncertainty for thousands of pending cases. Legal experts warn the dismissals appear politically motivated amid a broader effort to reshape the immigration court system. Advocates say the sudden firings undermine due process and could delay proceedings for months. So letās be clear, the Trump administration complains about immigration enforcement on a daily basis but just fired judges who are overseeing thousands of cases. Sounds like a BS fascist move to us.ā CBS News
āŖ āICE was hereā: Massachusetts church displays message in Nativity scene
A Massachusetts church placed the message āICE was hereā inside its Nativity display to draw attention to escalating immigration enforcement and its impact on local families. Church leaders said the installation symbolizes fear, disruption, and the separation of immigrant families during the holiday season. Community members responded with strong emotion, calling the display a powerful reminder of the human cost of immigration raids. Bravo to any organization speaking out against the harms happening under this fascist authoritarian police state led by the Trump administration. ā WPRI
šµ Trump bets on local cops for help with ICE raids
The Trump administration is urging local police departments to join federal immigration enforcement, offering new funding streams to cover salaries and overtime. Critics warn that this move blurs the line between community policing and federal authority, increases racial profiling, and undermines public trust. Some cities are pushing back, citing legal risks and threats to civil-rights protections. Federalizing local police is a tactic used by dictators and fascist leaders, and itās critical that we support every agency that refuses to participate in this authoritarian overreach. ā Axios
š Native American actor says she was detained by ICE officers who said tribal ID ālooked fakeā
Elaine Miles, a well-known actor and enrolled member of a Native tribe, was detained by immigration agents who wrongly insisted her Tribal Identification looked āfake.ā āWhat weāre talking about here is racial profiling,ā Seattle-based Indigenous rights attorney Gabriel Galanda told the Seattle newspaper. āPeople are getting pulled over or detained on the street because of the dark color of their skin.ā The incident has sparked outrage among Native communities who say such detentions reflect a long pattern of discrimination. ā The Guardian
šļø āLiving an American nightmareā: LA hearing details lasting trauma of ICE raids
A congressional field hearing in Los Angeles became heated as lawmakers grilled federal officials over mass raids that have destabilized families and overwhelmed local support systems. Community groups testified about people being detained without cause, children separated from parents, and the growing climate of fear. Federal representatives defended the operations of a textbook fascist police state under the Trump administrationāno rights, no due process, no freedom, prompting sharp criticism from civil-rights advocates and elected officials. ā The Guardian
š Wyden Blasts Kristi Noem for Abusing Subpoena Power to Unmask ICE Watcher
Senator Ron Wyden from Oregon is demanding answers about whether federal customs officials, under coordination with state leadership, used government tools to unmask anonymous social-media users critical of state policies. The revelations raise concerns about potential First Amendment violations and misuse of surveillance powers. āDHS apparently is trying to expose an individualās identity in order to chill criticism of the Trump Administrationās immigration policies.ā Lawmakers are calling for full transparency and an investigation into whether political motives drove the monitoring. ā The Intercept
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