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âď¸ House Democrats investigate Kash Patelâs use of FBI jet
Democratic lawmakers are asking federal investigators to examine the use of a private plane used by FBI director Kash Patel to take private trips with his girlfriend. Some of the trips in question include a concert, fundraiser, and sporting events. The inquiry focuses on whether the aircraft was used in ways that violated campaign finance or ethics rules. â Axios
â Pete Hegseth Is Finally Getting Investigated
Lawmakers have opened an investigation into a U.S.-ordered boat strike that killed civilians, scrutinizing the role of the Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, who allegedly approved the action under unclear rules of engagement. Internal documents suggest the strike may have violated international law, prompting a broader inquiry into command decisions. Critics say the case reflects deeper problems with oversight and accountability in military operations. â Mother Jones
â ď¸ Lawmakers Suggest Follow-Up Boat Strike Could Be a War Crime
New details show that a U.S.-authorized follow-up strike in Venezuela hit civilians who were responding to an earlier mistaken attack, an action experts say may constitute a war crime. The incident has led to renewed pressure on the administration to explain its rules of engagement and decision-making chain. Lawmakers and advocates are calling for full transparency and accountability. â The New York Times
đ° All the presidentâs millions: how the Trumps are turning the presidency into riches
President Trumpâs family have leveraged political power to expand private business ventures, secure foreign deals, and build new revenue streams. Several projects show substantial profits tied to government-adjacent projects and international partners seeking influence. United States presidents â and their friends and family members â should not be profiting from their positions. Ethics experts warn the conduct blurs the line between public service and personal enrichment. â The Guardian
đĽ Stephen A. Smith Unleashes On Sen. Mark Kelly Over Democratsâ âIllegal Ordersâ Video
The sports commentator, Stephen Smith, criticized the senatorâs public remarks reminding service members they are obligated to reject unlawful commands. He argued the comments were irresponsible and could undermine military discipline. âThe sports commentator also questioned the whereabouts of the âevidenceâ from Kelly and the five other Democrats who appeared in the controversial video.â Friendly reminder, all members of the military should take lawful orders from their superiors but are not required to follow unlawful orders. â HuffPost
đ UK immigration plans may betray Hong Kong refugees, says exiled politician
A prominent exiled lawmaker, Nathan Law, warned that the United Kingdomâs new immigration policies could leave Hong Kong refugees vulnerable by tightening eligibility rules and reducing long-term protections. He argues the shift violates earlier commitments to safeguard people fleeing political persecution. Refugee advocates say the proposed changes would create uncertainty and place thousands at risk. â The Guardian
đ Tierra Walker Kept Getting Sicker â and Died â After She Couldnât Get an Abortion
Tierra Walker was a woman suffering from severe pregnancy complications and was repeatedly denied abortion care under restrictive state laws, causing her condition to deteriorate until she died. Her family says doctors were afraid to intervene due to criminal penalties, even when her health was clearly at risk. The case illustrates how abortion bans endanger lives by preventing timely medical care. â Truthout
âď¸ South Carolina Tried to Pass a Bill Jailing Women for Abortion. No Republican Voted Against It.
A bill in South Carolina is being considered to allow prosecutors in the state to charge women with homicide or child endangerment for abortions and sentenced them to up to 30 years in prison. Republican lawmakers have defended the practice, arguing it strengthens âpersonhoodâ interpretations of state law. Critics warn the approach criminalizes reproductive choices and opens the door to mass surveillance of womenâs health decisions. â Slate
đĄď¸ Alabamaâs Threats to Prosecute Abortion Helpers
Advocates and volunteers who assist women seeking abortion care are facing prosecution under aggressive interpretations of state law, even when the procedures occur outside Alabama. The stateâs attorney general has signaled support for broad enforcement, including against those who provide travel, funding, or logistical help. Reproductive-rights groups warn the crackdown is designed to intimidate and isolate vulnerable women. â Mother Jones
đľ Texas Law Seeks to Halt Telehealth Abortions â Providers Say It Wonât Stop Them
A new Texas state law attempts to ban the use of telemedicine for prescribing abortion medication, imposing fines and potential criminal penalties on clinicians. Providers argue the law is unenforceable and will only push patients toward out-of-state or underground care. They say telehealth remains a critical lifeline, especially in rural regions where clinics have closed. â Truthout & Guardian
đď¸ Supreme Court Seems Skeptical of N.J. in Dispute Over Anti-Abortion Center Donor Records
âA majority of the justices appeared supportive of arguments by a crisis pregnancy center that it should be able to challenge a subpoena from the stateâs attorney general in federal court.â Supporters argue the centers should be able to defend their âmission,â while opponents warn the shift would invite ideological groups to weaponize the courts. A ruling in the favor of âfake clinicsâ could reshape future abortion litigation nationwide. â The New York Times
đ GOP Wants to Mandate âFetal Development Education.â Itâs Anti-Abortion Nonsense.
Ohio Republicans have introduced legislation requiring public schools to show the âBaby Oliviaâ video to students as young as third grade, despite the video containing medically inaccurate claims about fetal development produced by an anti-abortion organization. âRepublicans canât seem to convince adults to vote against abortion, so theyâre trying to brainwash kids instead.â Six states have already enacted similar âfetal development educationâ mandates that reproductive rights advocates say are propaganda designed to indoctrinate children against abortion rather than provide scientific education. â Truthout
đ Federal judge in Hawaii rules FDA violated the law by restricting access to abortion medication
A federal judge ruled that the FDAâs 2023 decision to maintain restrictions on mifepristone violated federal law by failing to provide scientific justification for treating the medication more restrictively than 99% of prescription drugs. The decision instructs the FDA to reconsider the evidence while current restrictions remain in place. â The Seattle Times
đď¸ Maine network ends primary care after losing Medicaid due to Trump defunding Planned Parenthood
Maine Family Planning is shutting down its primary care operations serving over 600 low-income patients after losing $1.9 million in annual Medicaid reimbursements due to Trump administration policies blocking funding to abortion providers. The network, which operates 18 clinics across rural and underserved areas, continues to fight the funding cut in federal court while advocates warn this is part of a larger strategy to close clinics even in states that protect abortion rights. â The Seattle Times
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