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X to deal with widespread Hamas-related misinformation or face EU fines
Elon Musk’s social media platform X reported that the company took down hundreds of Hamas-related accounts and thousands of misleading posts following Hamas’ deadly terrorist attack on Israel. On Tuesday, Oct. 10, the European Union sent a letter to Musk demanding that X address illegal content and misinformation about the attacks within 24 hours or… -
Former Hamas chief calls for day of anger, protests to support Palestinians
Hamas’s Former Chief Khaled Meshaal is calling for a global day of protest and anger on Friday, Oct. 13, as the Israel-Hamas war intensifies. Meshaal is calling on Muslims across the world to protest in support of Palestine and asking Muslims in the neighboring countries of Jordan, Syria, Lebanon and Egypt to join the fight against… -
US moves assets to assist Israel; Turkey, Chechnya offer support to Palestinians
The first shipment of U.S. aid has arrived in the east Mediterranean Sea. The USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group, with its accompanying ships and fighter jets, was already operating in the Mediterranean Sea when President Joe Biden ordered the strike group to the Middle East to help deter other countries or groups, particularly… -
SCOTUS reviews whether S. Carolina targeted Black voters in gerrymandering case
The United States Supreme Court is hearing from South Carolina officials Wednesday, Oct. 11, as they defend a congressional district map drawn by Republicans. The map was blocked by a panel of three federal judges who said the state unconstitutionally moved Black voters from one district to another. In the ruling, the panel said that… -
NY Republicans to introduce resolution to expel George Santos from Congress
A group of New York House Republicans are introducing a resolution to expel Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., from the House of Representatives after the freshmen congressman was indicted on 10 new federal charges. The sponsors of the resolution are calling Santos a fraudster. “After the latest indictment, I think it’s clear that he’s not fit… -
Families of hostages beg for help in Israel-Hamas war
On Saturday, Oct. 7, Hamas terrorists launched an attack against Israel, killing over 900 Israelis and kidnapping more than 100 people. Now a few days into the Israel-Hamas war, families of hostages are waiting for word on their loved ones. Israel Minister for Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer confirmed that American citizens are among the hostages.… -
Mexican cartels expand drug trade to Alaska, increasing deaths
Law enforcement authorities recently arrested a drug kingpin as a part of a transnational investigation into organized crime, as Mexican drug cartels expand into Alaska. Miguel Guevara claimed ties to the Sinaloa Cartel. What sets his case apart is not the charges, but the location of his arrest. Mexican cartels targeting Alaska contribute to overdose… -
Mexico busing migrants north despite vow to help US alleviate border crisis
Near Mexico’s southern border, hundreds of families wait for buses headed north to Mexico City. It’s just one stop on a nearly 1,800-mile migration into the United States. This is a new stop. Buses are available for $80 a ticket to families who may or may not have appointments with immigration officials. Mexican officials opened… -
Misinformation spreading online after war erupts in Israel
Israel declared war against Hamas after the terrorist group and governmental organization launched an unprecedented attack over the weekend of Oct. 7, killing hundreds of Israelis. Now, more than a thousand people have died since the Israeli-Palestinian (Hamas) conflict started, including at least nine Americans. This attack raises several questions for the U.S. about sending… -
Sen. Tuberville’s military promotions hold questioned amid Israel-Hamas war
Congress’ focus is being diverted from budget negotiations to how the U.S. can prepare in case Israel needs more support since declaring war. The concern is whether Sen. Tommy Tuberville’s, R-Ala., hold on military promotions will have any impact, given the U.S. is currently moving its largest naval ship into the region. The deputy commander… -
Israel-Hamas war spikes oil prices, brings uncertainty for US gas pumps
With a war officially underway in the Middle East between Israel and Hamas, many nations are concerned about economic shocks that could reverberate around the globe from the oil-rich region. The conflict between the nations initially sent oil prices soaring, but those prices could fluctuate depending on the war’s direction in the coming days. “Any… -
Army plans to cut thousands of troops from special operations forces
The Pentagon is ready to cut 10% of the Army’s special operations forces as recruiting struggles continue and the Pentagon shifts focus from counterterrorism operations to the rising threat from China. The Army is planning to cut 3,000 troops from the ranks of the special operations forces, which could include troops from the Green Berets,… -
President Biden faces backlash over border wall construction
The ongoing immigration crisis at the U.S. southern border has made its way to cities across America, forcing President Joe Biden to change his immigration policies and politics. Now, it’s resulting in pushback from many of his supporters. Reports that the Department of Homeland Security would be constructing 20 miles of border wall in Starr…