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Supreme Court to decide whether conversion therapy is free speech
By Karah Rucker (Anchor), Shea Taylor (Producer), Michael Edwards (Video Editor)
- The Supreme Court will hear a case over whether conversion therapy is protected by the First Amendment in its next term. Conversion therapy is meant to convince people to change their sexual orientations or gender identities.
- Colorado banned the practice, but a Christian therapist is arguing that the ban violates the First Amendment right to free speech.
- The lawsuit uses a 2018 Supreme Court ruling as an example. In the ruling, the court said that a California law requiring anti-abortion clinics to notify clients about abortion access violated the First Amendment.
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The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to take up a case challenging Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy. The case stems from an appeal by a Christian therapist, who argued the ban violates her First Amendment rights.
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- The Supreme Court agreed to hear a case from Colorado on whether laws banning conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ children are enforceable.
- Kaley Chiles, a counselor, claims the ban violates her First Amendment free speech rights, as stated in her appeal filed by Alliance Defending Freedom.
- Over 20 states, including Colorado, have laws against conversion therapy for minors.
- Colorado officials contend the state law regulates professional conduct based on evidence that conversion therapy is unsafe and ineffective for minors.
- No summary available because of a lack of coverage.
- The Supreme Court will hear the case of Chiles v. Salazar, challenging Colorado's ban on conversion therapy, which restricts counselors from helping minors with same-sex attraction or gender identity confusion.
- Kaley Chiles claims the law violates her First Amendment rights and censors her speech based on viewpoint.
- More than 20 states have similar conversion therapy bans, with courts divided on their constitutionality; some deem them laws regulating conduct, while others see them as unconstitutional.
- The court will hear arguments in the fall, and a ruling in favor of Chiles may impact similar laws in over 20 states.
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What exactly is conversion therapy?
Conversion therapy is usually practiced on minors and is meant to convince those who identify as gay or lesbian to change their sexual orientation. The practice also targets transgender children, with the goal of having them identify as the gender identities that were assigned to them at birth.
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Why does this matter?
More than 20 states have similar bans on books with LGBTQ+ themes, so whatever the Supreme Court decides is likely to impact a greater area than just the state of Colorado.
What’s the argument?
The lawsuit argues that the ban on such counseling violates therapists’ constitutional rights by limiting what they are allowed to talk about during confidential conversations.
Lawyers for Colorado do not deny the ban is meant to regulate professional conduct and, in their argument asking the Supreme Court to reject the appeal, said the decision was “based on overwhelming evidence that efforts to change a child’s sexual orientation or gender identity are unsafe and ineffective.”
What sets this case apart?
The Supreme Court declined to take up similar cases concerning conversion therapy in the past, with one case declined as recently as December 2023.
However, this case is being compared to a 2018 Supreme Court decision, where the justices ruled 5-4, which stated that a California law requiring anti-abortion pregnancy clinics to notify clients about abortion access did violate the First Amendment.
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When will the justices make their decision?
This case will be argued and decided in the court’s next term, which starts in October 2025 and ends in June 2026.
Tags: Abortion, California, Colorado, Courts, First Amendment, Free Speech, Gender identity, Health, Health Care, Lawsuit, LGBTQ, LGBTQ Rights, Mental health, Religion, Sexual orientation, Supreme Court, Transgender
[Karah Rucker]
THE U-S SUPREME COURT AGREES TO TAKE UP A CASE CHALLENGING COLORADO’S BAN ON CONVERSION THERAPY.
THE CASE STEMMING FROM AN APPEAL BY A CHRISTIAN THERAPIST ARGUING THE BAN VIOLATES HER FIRST AMENDMENT RIGHTS.
MORE THAN 20 STATES HAVE SIMILAR BANS ON THEIR BOOKS – SO WHATEVER THE SUPREME COURT DECIDES IS LIKELY TO IMPACT FAR MORE THAN COLORADO.
“CONVERSION THERAPY” IS USUALLY PRACTICED ON MINORS… AND IS MEANT TO CONVINCE THOSE WHO ARE GAY OR LESBIAN TO CHANGE THEIR SEXUAL ORIENTATIONS – AND GET TRANSGENDER CHILDREN TO IDENTIFY AS THE GENDER IDENTITIES ASSIGNED TO THEM AT BIRTH.
THE LAWSUIT ARGUES THE BAN ON SUCH COUNSELING VIOLATES THERAPISTS’ CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS BY LIMITING WHAT THEY ARE ALLOWED TO TALK ABOUT DURING CONFIDENTIAL CONVERSATIONS.
LAWYERS FOR COLORADO DO NOT DENY THE BAN IS MEANT TO REGULATE PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT – AND IN THEIR ARGUMENT ASKING THE SUPREME COURT TO REJECT THE APPEAL SAID THE DECISION WAS QUOTE, “BASED ON OVERWHELMING EVIDENCE THAT EFFORTS TO CHANGE A CHILD’S SEXUAL ORIENTATION OR GENDER IDENTITY ARE UNSAFE AND INEFFECTIVE.”
THIS CASE IS BEING COMPARED TO A 20-18 SUPREME COURT DECISION… IN WHICH THE JUSTICES RULED FIVE TO FOUR SAYING A CALIFORNIA LAW REQUIRING ANTI-ABORTION PREGNANCY CLINICS TO NOTIFY CLIENTS ABOUT ABORTION ACCESS **DID** VIOLATE THE FIRST AMENDMENT.
THE SUPREME COURT HAS DECLINED TO TAKE UP SIMILAR CASES CONCERNING CONVERSION THERAPY IN THE PAST – ONE AS RECENTLY AS DECEMBER 20-23.
**THIS** CASE WILL BE ARGUED AND DECIDED IN THE COURT’S NEXT TERM – WHICH STARTS IN OCTOBER AND ENDS IN JUNE 20-26.
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- The Supreme Court agreed to hear a case from Colorado on whether laws banning conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ children are enforceable.
- Kaley Chiles, a counselor, claims the ban violates her First Amendment free speech rights, as stated in her appeal filed by Alliance Defending Freedom.
- Over 20 states, including Colorado, have laws against conversion therapy for minors.
- Colorado officials contend the state law regulates professional conduct based on evidence that conversion therapy is unsafe and ineffective for minors.
- No summary available because of a lack of coverage.
- The Supreme Court will hear the case of Chiles v. Salazar, challenging Colorado's ban on conversion therapy, which restricts counselors from helping minors with same-sex attraction or gender identity confusion.
- Kaley Chiles claims the law violates her First Amendment rights and censors her speech based on viewpoint.
- More than 20 states have similar conversion therapy bans, with courts divided on their constitutionality; some deem them laws regulating conduct, while others see them as unconstitutional.
- The court will hear arguments in the fall, and a ruling in favor of Chiles may impact similar laws in over 20 states.
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Trump envoy to meet Putin in Moscow over potential ceasefire in Ukraine
Published UpdatedBy Ryan Robertson (Anchor), Evan Hummel (Producer), Shianne DeLeon (Video Editor)
- President Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff is going to Moscow to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin the week of March 9. Bloomberg News was the first to report the travel plans, which were confirmed by Reuters.
- The meeting is expected to focus on the potential ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv.
- This would be Witkoff’s second meeting in Moscow after he traveled there to secure the release of Pennsylvania schoolteacher Marc Fogel last month, who, like WNBA star Britney Griner, was being detained for alleged marijuana possession.
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President Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, is going to Moscow to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin the week of March 9.
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- U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff plans to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow this week for the second time in two months, according to several Western media outlets.
- Witkoff's trip is timed to coincide with U.S.-Ukrainian talks in Saudi Arabia on March 11, as reported by Bloomberg.
- The Kremlin stated that no meetings between Russian and U.S. officials were planned, as reported by Dmitry Peskov.
- Witkoff mentioned the talks are significant for Ukraine, focusing on "security protocols for the Ukrainians," according to his interview with Fox News.
- No summary available because of a lack of coverage.
- Steve Witkoff, President Trump's special envoy, plans to visit Moscow this week to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin, as confirmed by two people briefed on the plans on March 10.
- Witkoff's previous visit led to the return of American schoolteacher Marc Fogel, sentenced to 14 years in Russia for holding medically prescribed marijuana.
- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is leading a delegation in Saudi Arabia on March 11 to discuss the war with Ukrainian officials, focusing on potential concessions.
- The Kremlin condemned Ukraine for drone attacks on residential buildings following a major attack on the Moscow suburbs, stating that Russia's air defenses effectively repelled it.
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Bloomberg News was the first to report the travel plans, which were confirmed by Reuters.
The meeting is expected to focus on the potential ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv.
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This would be Witkoff’s second meeting in Moscow after he traveled there to secure the release of Pennsylvania schoolteacher Marc Fogel in February 2024. Fogel, like WNBA star Brittney Griner, was being detained for alleged marijuana possession.
What are Witkoff’s travel plans?
Witkoff left Miami on Monday, March 10, for Abu Dhabi, where he’s expected to meet with United Arab Emirates President Mohammed Bin Zayed.
Afterwards, Witkoff will reportedly join Qatari and Egyptian mediators in Doha for talks over a possible Gaza hostage exchange and ceasefire agreement before going to meet with the prime minister of Qatar.
Eventually, Witkoff is slated to arrive in Moscow by the end of the week. Those plans may change based on how negotiations go in Qatar, as well as Putin’s schedule.
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What is the bigger picture?
Witkoff’s potential meeting with Putin comes as U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio led a delegation to Saudi Arabia for talks with Ukrainian officials about the war. U.S. officials tell Reuters that the United States is trying to determine if Kyiv is willing to make material concessions to Moscow to end the conflict.
Tags: Brittney Griner, Donald Trump, Egypt, Gaza, Israel, Israel Defense Forces, Kremlin, Middle East, Middle East Crisis, Military Defense, Moscow, Russia, Russia-Ukraine War, Russian Detainment, saudi arabia, Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy
[RYAN ROBERTSON]
PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP’S MIDDLE EAST ENVOY STEVE WITKOFF IS GOING TO MOSCOW TO MEET WITH RUSSIAN PRESIDENT VLADIMIR PUTIN THIS WEEK.
BLOOMBERG NEWS WAS THE FIRST TO REPORT THE TRAVEL PLANS, WHICH REUTERS CONFIRMED.
THE MEETING IS OF COURSE EXPECTED TO FOCUS ON THE POTENTIAL CEASEFIRE BETWEEN MOSCOW AND KYIV.
THIS WOULD BE WITKOFF’S SECOND MEETING IN MOSCOW AFTER HE TRAVELED THERE TO SECURE THE RELEASE OF PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL TEACHER MARC FOGEL LAST MONTH…WHO LIKE WNBA STAR BRITTNEY GRINER–WAS BEING DETAINED FOR MARIJUANA POSSESSION
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WITKOFF LEFT MIAMI MONDAY FOR ABU DHABI WHERE HE’S EXPECTED TO MEET WITH UNITED ARAB EMIRATES PRESIDENT MOHAMMED BIN ZAYED.
THEN, WITKOFF WILL JOIN QATARI AND EGYPTIAN MEDIATORS IN DOHA FOR TALKS OVER A POSSIBLE GAZA HOSTAGE EXCHANGE AND CEASEFIRE AGREEMENT BEFORE GOING TO MEET WITH THE PRIME MINISTER OF QATAR.
EVENTUALLY, WITKOFF IS SLATED TO ARRIVE IN MOSCOW BY THE END OF THE WEEK, BUT THOSE PLANS COULD CHANGE BASED ON HOW NEGOTIATIONS GO IN QATAR AND RUSSIAN PRESIDENT VLADIMIR PUTIN’S SCHEDULE.
WITKOFF’S POTENTIAL MEETING WITH PUTIN ALSO COMES AS SECRETARY OF STATE MARCO RUBIO LED A DELEGATION TO SAUDI ARABIA FOR TALKS WITH UKRAINIAN OFFICIALS ABOUT THE WAR. THE U-S IS TRYING TO DETERMINE IF KYIV IS WILLING TO MAKE MATERIAL CONCESSIONS TO MOSCOW TO END THE CONFLICT.
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- U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff plans to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow this week for the second time in two months, according to several Western media outlets.
- Witkoff's trip is timed to coincide with U.S.-Ukrainian talks in Saudi Arabia on March 11, as reported by Bloomberg.
- The Kremlin stated that no meetings between Russian and U.S. officials were planned, as reported by Dmitry Peskov.
- Witkoff mentioned the talks are significant for Ukraine, focusing on "security protocols for the Ukrainians," according to his interview with Fox News.
- No summary available because of a lack of coverage.
- Steve Witkoff, President Trump's special envoy, plans to visit Moscow this week to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin, as confirmed by two people briefed on the plans on March 10.
- Witkoff's previous visit led to the return of American schoolteacher Marc Fogel, sentenced to 14 years in Russia for holding medically prescribed marijuana.
- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is leading a delegation in Saudi Arabia on March 11 to discuss the war with Ukrainian officials, focusing on potential concessions.
- The Kremlin condemned Ukraine for drone attacks on residential buildings following a major attack on the Moscow suburbs, stating that Russia's air defenses effectively repelled it.
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Why DC is removing its ‘Black Lives Matter’ street mural
By Karah Rucker (Anchor), Evan Hummel (Producer), Jack Henry (Video Editor)
- The removal of the Black Lives Matter Plaza street mural in Washington, D.C., began Monday, March 10. The move comes after a Republican House bill called for withholding federal funds from Washington D.C. unless it removed the mural and renamed the location “Liberty Plaza.”
- U.S. Rep. Andrew Clyde introduced the legislation, which orders the city to paint over the mural and rename the area or risk losing federal funds.
- Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser ordered the renaming and painting of the intersection as Black Lives Matter Plaza in June 2020.
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The removal of the “Black Lives Matter” street mural in Washington D.C., installed in 2020 to commemorate the deaths of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, began Monday, March 10.
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- Crews began removing the "Black Lives Matter" mural near the White House, which is expected to take six to eight weeks and cost around $610,000.
- Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the removal in response to pressure from the White House and Republican activists in Congress, stating that the mural inspired many during a painful period.
- Richard Mattox, a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, expressed that this removal is a setback, asserting, "You can erase this, but you cannot erase our history."
- Bowser emphasized that the mural helped the city but that they cannot be distracted by "meaningless congressional interference."
- Crews began removing the large yellow "Black Lives Matter" mural near the White House on March 10, 2025, as stated by German Vigil, spokesperson for the District Department of Transportation.
- Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the change last week due to pressure from Republican activists in Congress.
- The removal process will take approximately six weeks and will be replaced by a set of city-sponsored murals, according to Bowser.
- Bowser reflected that the mural inspired millions of people and helped the city through a painful period, highlighting its significance during the protests against police brutality in 2020.
- Road crews began removing the street mural of "Black Lives Matter" near the White House on March 10, 2025, as reported on social media by Fox News's Katie Pavlich.
- D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser agreed to dismantle the plaza after Rep. Andrew Clyde threatened to withdraw federal funds if the name was not changed to "Liberty Plaza."
- Bowser described the mural as inspiring but stated, "We can't afford to be distracted by meaningless congressional interference," indicating a decision influenced by external pressures.
- The project aims to celebrate the country’s 250th Anniversary next year and is expected to take six to eight weeks, according to a statement by the District Department of Transportation.
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Who’s behind the mural’s removal?
A Republican House bill proposed withholding federal funds from Washington D.C. unless it removed the mural and renamed the location to “Liberty Plaza.”
Rep. Andrew Clyde, R-Ga., introduced the legislation, ordering the city to paint over the mural and rename the area or risk losing federal funds.
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How have local residents responded?
Keyonna Jones, one of the seven artists who painted the plaza, expressed her understanding of the ultimatum faced by Washington D.C. Democratic Mayor Muriel Bowser, but she remains proud of the artwork she helped create.
“I recognize what the mayor has in front of her, and she has a big choice. She has priorities,” Jones said.
“It’s an honor. I’m a native here and raised in D.C.,” Jones added. “So, to be able to put my mark on the ground, especially being a woman, being black and having a voice. I always say that art is one of those universal languages that you don’t need words for, and so, it was a true honor to be a part of it.”
When did DC rename the area and paint the mural?
Bowser ordered the renaming of a symbolic two-block stretch of 16th Street NW near the White House and the painting of the intersection as Black Lives Matter Plaza in June 2020.
The announcement followed the killing of George Floyd by former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin and the protests that ensued.
Some bystanders took pictures of the mural Monday before its demolition.
“It makes me feel empowered,” Stephanie Carey of Maryland said. “It makes me feel represented. It makes me feel like I belong here. So, that’s why this being painted over doesn’t feel right at all. Because now I feel I’m being pushed out and being forced to accept something like that just doesn’t feel natural.”
How has Bowser responded?
Bowser posted on X to explain her decision to comply with calls to dismantle the mural on March 4.
“The mural inspired millions of people and helped our city through a very painful period,” Bowser wrote. “But now we can’t afford to be distracted by meaningless congressional interference.”
However, she said she does not support the bill requiring the removal of the mural and the renaming of the plaza.
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How have supporters of the change responded?
While some condemned the removal, conservative voices welcomed the change.
Libs of TikTok, an X account run by conservative influencer Chaya Raichik, posted, “The world is healing.”
Others called the artwork “divisive,” and some said it should be renamed to something “inclusive for everyone.”
Pro-Trump influencer Jaimee Mitchell also celebrated the move, writing on X, “Black Lives Matter Plaza in Washington D.C. is being dismantled as we speak! And yes, before anyone asks, I voted for this.
Tags: Black Lives Matter, Democratic Party, Donald Trump, House Republicans, Human Rights, Muriel Bowser, Washington DC
[KARAH RUCKER]
THE REMOVAL OF THE BLACK LIVES MATTER PLAZA STREET MURAL IN WASHINGTON D-C, INSTALLED NEARLY FIVE YEARS AGO TO COMMEMORATE NATIONWIDE PROTESTS OVER THE DEATHS OF GEORGE FLOYD AND BREONNA TAYLOR, IS UNDERWAY.
THE MOVE COMES AFTER A REPUBLICAN HOUSE BILL CALLED FOR THE WITHHOLDING OF FEDERAL FUNDS FROM D-C UNLESS THE MURAL WAS REMOVED AND LOCATION RENAMED “LIBERTY PLAZA.”
REPUBLICAN REPRESENTATIVE ANDREW CLYDE OF GEORGIA INTRODUCED THE LEGISLATION ORDERING THE CITY TO PAINT OVER THE MURAL AND RENAME THE AREA OR RISK LOSING FEDERAL FUNDS.
ONE OF THE SEVEN ARTISTS WHO PAINTED THE PLAZA, KEYONNA JONES, SAYS SHE UNDERSTANDS THE ULTIMATUM D-C’S DEMOCRATIC MAYOR MURIEL BOWSER FACES BUT IS PROUD OF THE ARTWORK SHE HELPED CREATE.
[KEYONNA JONES]
“I RECOGNIZE WHAT THE MAYOR HAS IN FRONT OF HER, AND SHE HAS A BIG CHOICE. SHE HAS PRIORITIES, AND I RECOGNIZE THAT OUR’S ALWAYS DOESN’T GET THE FIRST CHOICE.”
IT’S AN HONOR. I’M A NATIVE HERE. I’M BORN AND RAISED IN DC. SO, TO BE ABLE TO PUT MY MARK ON THE GROUND, ESPECIALLY BEING A WOMAN, BEING BLACK AND HAVING A VOICE. I ALWAYS SAY THAT ART IS ONE OF THOSE UNIVERSAL LANGUAGES THAT YOU DON’T NEED WORDS FOR. AND SO, IT WAS A TRUE HONOR TO BE A PART OF IT.”
[KARAH RUCKER]
BOWSER ORDERED THE RENAMING OF A SYMBOLIC TWO BLOCK STRETCH OF 16TH STREET NORTHWEST NEAR THE WHITE HOUSE AND PAINTING OF THE INTERSECTION AS BLACK LIVES MATTER PLAZA IN JUNE OF 2020.
THE ANNOUNCEMENT CAME IN THE WAKE OF THE KILLING OF GEORGE FLOYD BY FORMER MINNEAPOLIS POLICE OFFICER DEREK CHAUVIN AND THE SOMETIMES-CHAOTIC PROTESTS THAT FOLLOWED.
SOME BYSTANDERS TOOK PICTURES BEFORE THE MURAL IS WIPED AWAY FOREVER.
[STEPHANIE CAREY]
“IT MAKES ME FEEL EMPOWERED. IT MAKES ME FEEL REPRESENTED. IT MAKES ME FEEL LIKE I BELONG HERE. SO THAT’S WHY THIS BEING PAINTED OVER DOESN’T FEEL RIGHT AT ALL. BECAUSE NOW I FEEL LIKE I’M BEING PUSHED OUT AND BEING FORCED TO ACCEPT SOMETHING LIKE THAT JUST DOESN’T FEEL NATURAL.”
[KARAH RUCKER]
THE MAYOR POSTED ON X EXPLAINING HER DECISION TO COMPLY WITH CALLS TO DISMANTLE THE MURAL LAST WEEK.
SAYING QUOTE:
“THE MURAL INSPIRED MILLIONS OF PEOPLE AND HELPED OUR CITY THROUGH A VERY PAINFUL PERIOD, BUT NOW WE CAN’T AFFORD TO BE DISTRACTED BY MEANINGLESS CONGRESSIONAL INTERFERENCE.”
BOWSER SAID, HOWEVER, SHE DOES NOT SUPPORT THE BILL FORCING THE REMOVAL OF THE MURAL AND RENAMING OF THE PLAZA.
WHILE SOME CONDEMNED THE REMOVAL, CONSERVATIVE VOICES WELCOMED THE CHANGE.
LIBS OF TIKTOK, WHICH IS RUN BY CONSERVATIVE INFLUENCER CHAYA RAICHIK, POSTED ON X:
SAYING QUOTE:
“THE WORLD IS HEALING.”
OTHERS CALLED THE ARTWORK “DIVISIVE” AND SOME SAID IT SHOULD BE RENAMED TO SOMETHING “INCLUSIVE FOR EVERYONE.”
PRO-TRUMP INFLUENCER JAIMEE MITCHELL ALSO CELEBRATED THE MOVE, WRITING ON X:
“BLACK LIVES MATTER PLAZA IN WASHINGTON D-C IS BEING DISMANTLED AS WE SPEAK! AND YES, BEFORE ANYONE ASKS, I VOTED FOR THIS.”
DISMANTLING OF THE ARTWORK AND THE REBRANDING OF THE INTERSECTION IS EXPECTED TO TAKE SIX TO EIGHT WEEKS TO COMPLETE, ACCORDING TO THE DISTRICT DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
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- Crews began removing the "Black Lives Matter" mural near the White House, which is expected to take six to eight weeks and cost around $610,000.
- Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the removal in response to pressure from the White House and Republican activists in Congress, stating that the mural inspired many during a painful period.
- Richard Mattox, a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, expressed that this removal is a setback, asserting, "You can erase this, but you cannot erase our history."
- Bowser emphasized that the mural helped the city but that they cannot be distracted by "meaningless congressional interference."
- Crews began removing the large yellow "Black Lives Matter" mural near the White House on March 10, 2025, as stated by German Vigil, spokesperson for the District Department of Transportation.
- Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the change last week due to pressure from Republican activists in Congress.
- The removal process will take approximately six weeks and will be replaced by a set of city-sponsored murals, according to Bowser.
- Bowser reflected that the mural inspired millions of people and helped the city through a painful period, highlighting its significance during the protests against police brutality in 2020.
- Road crews began removing the street mural of "Black Lives Matter" near the White House on March 10, 2025, as reported on social media by Fox News's Katie Pavlich.
- D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser agreed to dismantle the plaza after Rep. Andrew Clyde threatened to withdraw federal funds if the name was not changed to "Liberty Plaza."
- Bowser described the mural as inspiring but stated, "We can't afford to be distracted by meaningless congressional interference," indicating a decision influenced by external pressures.
- The project aims to celebrate the country’s 250th Anniversary next year and is expected to take six to eight weeks, according to a statement by the District Department of Transportation.
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Gabbard strips security access from top Biden aides, prosecutors
By Karah Rucker (Anchor), William Jackson (Producer), Jake Larsen (Video Editor)
- The Trump administration revoked security clearances for top national security officials and legal figures, citing “inappropriate activity” and election interference. Affected individuals include Antony Blinken, Jake Sullivan, Lisa Monaco, Letitia James and Alvin Bragg.
- The move follows an executive order targeting officials accused of misleading the public and engaging in political coordination against Trump.
- Critics warned the decision could weaken intelligence operations and set a precedent for using security clearances as a political weapon.
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National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard announced Monday, March 10, that the Trump administration revoked security clearances for former top national security officials and legal figures involved in cases against President Donald Trump.
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- Trump's executive order targeted those who allegedly coordinated politically with Joe Biden's campaign, accusing them of inappropriate actions.
- Gabbard's decision will prevent former officials from advising the current administration on global threats.
- Mark Zaid, a lawyer representing whistleblowers, expressed concerns over due process, stating the actions seem retaliatory against his legal work against Trump.
- No summary available because of a lack of coverage.
- Tulsi Gabbard announced the revocation of security clearances for several members of the Biden administration, including Antony Blinken, under a directive from Donald Trump.
- Gabbard indicated that those affected include Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and New York Attorney General Letitia James.
- The revocation includes access to classified information, as Gabbard posted on X about the actions taken against the individuals involved.
- Gabbard is currently on an international trip, focusing on security cooperation with allies and addressing issues like counterterrorism and intelligence sharing.
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The decision affects former Secretary of State Antony Blinken, former National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and former Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco.
Gabbard also barred access to classified information for New York Attorney General Letitia James and Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg. James led the civil fraud case against Trump, while Bragg secured a felony conviction in Trump’s hush money trial.
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Why did the Trump administration revoke security clearances?
The move follows an executive order signed by Trump. The president accused these officials of misleading the public and engaging in political coordination against him.
The order also targeted 49 former national security officials who signed a 2020 letter suggesting Russia may have played a role in amplifying the Hunter Biden laptop story.
Trump claimed their actions constituted election interference. He directed Gabbard to investigate others in and outside government for “inappropriate activity.”
Gabbard also revoked the clearance of attorney Mark Zaid. He represented a government whistleblower in Trump’s first impeachment case.
Zaid criticized the decision. He called it a violation of due process that punishes legal professionals for holding the administration accountable.
How does this break with precedent?
In another departure from past administrations, Gabbard announced that Joe Biden will no longer receive the President’s Daily Brief, a highly classified intelligence report traditionally shared with former presidents.
The Trump administration framed the move as a national security measure, while critics argued it was political retaliation.
What are the potential consequences?
Security experts warned the decision could weaken intelligence operations by cutting off access to experienced officials who have handled classified threats for years. Some former officials said the move may hinder the government from consulting past leaders on ongoing national security issues.
Trump also announced plans to revoke security clearances for attorneys at Covington & Burling, a law firm that employed lawyers who worked on past investigations into his administration.
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The firm assisted former special counsel Jack Smith, who led prosecutions against Trump over his handling of classified documents and efforts to overturn the 2020 election.
The revocations are part of a larger effort by Trump to restrict access to classified information among officials he has accused of bias or misconduct. Critics said the move sets a precedent for using security clearances as a political weapon.
Tags: Alvin Bragg, Donald Trump, Jake Sullivan, Joe Biden, Letitia James, Lisa Monaco, Office of the Director of National Intelligence, Trump Organization, Tulsi Gabbard
[Karah Rucker]
FORMER PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN’S TOP NATIONAL SECURITY OFFICIALS AND LEGAL FIGURES WHO PLAYED ROLES IN CASES AGAINST PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP ARE NOW LOCKED OUT OF CLASSIFIED INFORMATION.
NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE DIRECTOR TULSI GABBARD ANNOUNCED MONDAY SHE REVOKED SECURITY CLEARANCES FOR FORMER SECRETARY OF STATE ANTONY BLINKEN, FORMER NATIONAL SECURITY ADVISER JAKE SULLIVAN, AND FORMER DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL LISA MONACO.
GABBARD BARRED NEW YORK ATTORNEY GENERAL LETITIA JAMES AND MANHATTAN DISTRICT ATTORNEY ALVIN BRAGG FROM ACCESSING CLASSIFIED INFORMATION. JAMES LED THE CIVIL FRAUD CASE AGAINST TRUMP, WHILE BRAGG PROSECUTED TRUMP IN THE HUSH MONEY TRIAL, SECURING A FELONY CONVICTION.
THE MOVE FOLLOWS AN EXECUTIVE ORDER FROM TRUMP, WHO ACCUSED THEM OF MISLEADING THE PUBLIC AND ENGAGING IN POLITICAL COORDINATION AGAINST HIM.
GABBARD ALSO REVOKED THE CLEARANCE OF ATTORNEY MARK ZAID, WHO REPRESENTED A GOVERNMENT WHISTLEBLOWER IN TRUMP’S FIRST IMPEACHMENT CASE. ZAID CRITICIZED THE DECISION, CALLING IT A VIOLATION OF DUE PROCESS PUNISHING LEGAL PROFESSIONALS FOR HOLDING THE ADMINISTRATION ACCOUNTABLE.
TRUMP’S ORDER ALSO TARGETED OFFICIALS WHO SIGNED A 2020 LETTER SUGGESTING RUSSIA MAY HAVE BEEN INVOLVED IN AMPLIFYING THE HUNTER BIDEN LAPTOP STORY. HE ACCUSED THEM OF ELECTION INTERFERENCE AND DIRECTED GABBARD TO INVESTIGATE OTHERS IN AND OUTSIDE GOVERNMENT FOR WHAT HE CALLED ‘INAPPROPRIATE ACTIVITY.
IN ANOTHER BREAK FROM PRECEDENT, GABBARD SAID THE PRESIDENT’S DAILY BRIEF WILL NO LONGER BE SHARED WITH BIDEN. THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION FRAMED THE MOVE AS A NATIONAL SECURITY MEASURE, WHILE CRITICS SEE IT AS POLITICAL RETALIATION.
SECURITY EXPERTS WARN THE DECISION COULD WEAKEN INTELLIGENCE OPERATIONS BY CUTTING OFF EXPERIENCED OFFICIALS WHO HAVE HANDLED CLASSIFIED THREATS FOR YEARS.
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Bias Summary
- Trump's executive order targeted those who allegedly coordinated politically with Joe Biden's campaign, accusing them of inappropriate actions.
- Gabbard's decision will prevent former officials from advising the current administration on global threats.
- Mark Zaid, a lawyer representing whistleblowers, expressed concerns over due process, stating the actions seem retaliatory against his legal work against Trump.
- No summary available because of a lack of coverage.
- Tulsi Gabbard announced the revocation of security clearances for several members of the Biden administration, including Antony Blinken, under a directive from Donald Trump.
- Gabbard indicated that those affected include Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and New York Attorney General Letitia James.
- The revocation includes access to classified information, as Gabbard posted on X about the actions taken against the individuals involved.
- Gabbard is currently on an international trip, focusing on security cooperation with allies and addressing issues like counterterrorism and intelligence sharing.
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emphasize Trump’s aggressive action, stating he “stripped” security clearances, which implies a forceful, vindictive approach.
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New York fires more than 2,000 corrections officers as prison strike ends
By Karah Rucker (Anchor), Jodie Hawkins (Senior Producer), Shianne DeLeon (Video Editor)
- New York fired more than 2,000 prison guards for refusing to return to work after an illegal strike. The strike ended on March 10 after the state agreed with the guards’ union.
- The strike broke a state law that prohibits strikes by most public employees. Plus, the union did not approve it.
- The new agreement includes overtime pay and suspends parts of the HALT Act for 90 days.
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New York officials fired more than 2,000 prison guards for refusing to return to work Monday, March 10, following a weeks-long strike that disrupted operations across the state. Despite the mass termination, enough officers returned to declare the unauthorized work stoppage over.
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- New York fired over 2,000 prison guards for not returning to work after an illegal wildcat strike that lasted 22 days.
- The illegal strike violated state law prohibiting strikes by most public employees and was not approved by the guards' union.
- Six guards were charged with murder in connection with the death of Robert Brooks at the Marcy Correctional Facility.
- No summary available because of a lack of coverage.
- No summary available because of a lack of coverage.
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“After 22 days of an illegal strike, the governor and I are happy to report it has now ended,” Commissioner Daniel Martuscello said in a video update Monday.
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Guards upset over working conditions began walking off the job at many state prisons on Feb. 17, forcing New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to send National Guard troops to keep operations running.
Inmates complained about deteriorating conditions behind bars since the walkout. A special prosecutor also opened an investigation into the death of a 22-year-old man on March 3 at a prison near Utica.
The walkout violated a state law barring strikes by most public employees. The union did not approve the demonstration either.
What’s included in the agreement?
The state and the guards’ union struck a new deal to end the strike over the weekend, but it was contingent on at least 85% of staff returning to work on Monday morning.
Even though the number fell short of the goal, the state decided to move forward with the agreement’s overtime pay provisions and several other measures.
The agreement suspends elements of the HALT Act, a provision of a state law that limits the use of solitary confinement, for 90 days.
At the 30-day mark, the Department of Corrections will conduct a review at each facility, assessing staffing levels and safety conditions to decide whether to reinstate the program.
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What happens next?
Guards will continue to work 12-hour shifts until pre-strike staffing levels are restored.
The shift structure was a main concern for officers with many working extended overtime due to staffing shortages.
The National Guard will remain at prisons to support officers while the department launches a recruitment campaign to fill vacant positions.
[Karah Rucker]
NEW YORK OFFICIALS FIRED OVER 2-THOUSAND PRISON GUARDS FOR REFUSING TO RETURN TO WORK MONDAY FOLLOWING A WEEKS-LONG STRIKE THAT DISRUPTED OPERATIONS ACROSS THE STATE.
DESPITE THE MASS TERMINATION, ENOUGH OFFICERS RETURNED, TO DECLARE THE UNAUTHORIZED WORK STOPPAGE OVER.
after 22 days of an illegal strike … the governor and I are happy to report it has now ended.
GUARDS UPSET OVER WORKING CONDITIONS BEGAN WALKING OFF THE JOB FEBRUARY 17TH AT MANY STATE PRISONS, FORCING GOVERNOR KATHY HOCHUL TO SEND NATIONAL GUARD TROOPS IN TO KEEP OPERATIONS RUNNING.
INMATES COMPLAINED ABOUT DETERIORATING CONDITIONS BEHIND BARS SINCE THE WALKOUT WITH THE DEATH OF A 22-YEAR-OLD MAN THIS MONTH AT A PRISON NEAR UTICA NOW BEING INVESTIGATED BY A SPECIAL PROSECUTOR.
THE WALKOUT VIOLATED A STATE LAW BARRING STRIKES BY MOST PUBLIC EMPLOYEES AND WAS NOT APPROVED BY THE GUARDS’ UNION.
THE STATE AND THE GUARDS’ UNION STRUCK A NEW DEAL TO END THE STRIKE OVER THE WEEKEND, BUT IT WAS CONTINGENT ON AT LEAST 85 PERCENT OF STAFF GOING BACK TO WORK MONDAY MORNING.
EVEN THOUGH THE NUMBER FELL SHORT OF THE GOAL, THE STATE DECIDED TO MOVE FORWARD WITH THE AGREEMENT’S OVERTIME PAY PROVISIONS AND SEVERAL OTHER MEASURES.
AS PART OF THE AGREEMENT, ELEMENTS OF THE HALT ACT – A PROVISION OF A STATE LAW THAT LIMITS THE USE OF SOLITARY CONFINEMENT – WILL BE SUSPENDED FOR 90 DAYS.
AT THE 30 DAY MARK, THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS WILL CONDUCT A REVIEW AT EACH TO FACILITY ASSESSING STAFFING LEVELS AND SAFETY CONDITIONS TO DECIDE WHETHER TO REINSTATE THE PROGRAM.
GUARDS WILL CONTINUE TO WORK 12-HOUR SHIFTS UNTIL PRE-STRIKE STAFFING LEVELS ARE RESTORED.
THE SHIFT STRUCTURE WAS A MAIN CONCERN FOR OFFICERS WITH MANY WORKING EXTENDED OVERTIME DUE TO STAFFING SHORTAGES.
THE NATIONAL GUARD WILL REMAIN AT PRISONS TO SUPPORT OFFICERS, WHILE THE DEPARTMENT LAUNCHES A RECRUITMENT CAMPAIGN TO FILL VACANT POSITIONS.
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- New York fired over 2,000 prison guards for not returning to work after an illegal wildcat strike that lasted 22 days.
- The illegal strike violated state law prohibiting strikes by most public employees and was not approved by the guards' union.
- Six guards were charged with murder in connection with the death of Robert Brooks at the Marcy Correctional Facility.
- No summary available because of a lack of coverage.
- No summary available because of a lack of coverage.
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Ontario suspends electricity surcharge after Trump doubles Canada tariffs
Published UpdatedBy Simone Del Rosario (Business Correspondent), Emma Stoltzfus (Video Editor), Ali Caldwell (Motion Graphics Designer)
- President Trump said he will double tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum from 25% to 50%. The increased tariffs will take effect Wednesday, March 12.
- The announcement came after Ontario implemented a 25% surcharge on electricity exports to Michigan, Minnesota and New York.
- Later, Ontario said it would suspend its 25% surcharge and meet with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick on Thursday, March 13.
Full Story
President Donald Trump announced he will double planned tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum from 25% to 50%, taking effect Wednesday, March 12. His doubling down is in response to Canada’s 25% electricity export tariff.
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Bias Summary
- President Donald Trump will increase tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum from 25% to 50% in response to Ontario's 25% electricity tariff on U.S. imports.
- Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced a 25% surcharge on U.S. electricity and might further escalate the electricity charge.
- Concerns about the economy rose after the stock market fell, with economist Larry Summers predicting a possible recession at 50%.
- The White House claimed that tariffs are encouraging companies like Honda and Volkswagen to consider U.S. factory investments, promising to create new jobs.
- No summary available because of a lack of coverage.
- President Donald Trump announced a tariff increase on steel and aluminum from Canada to 50%, effective March 12, as retaliation for Ontario's price increases on electricity sold to the U.S.
- Trump cited ongoing trade issues, including high Canadian dairy taxes and fentanyl smuggling, as reasons for his stance against Canada.
- The U.S. stock market declined significantly after Trump's announcement, with the S&P 500 index falling 2.7% on Monday, reflecting market concerns about the economic impact of his tariffs.
- Economist Larry Summers noted that the current environment raises concerns about inflation and the potential for an economic downturn.
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highlights Trump’s comments on tariffs as a ‘retaliation,’ emphasizing a combative approach to Canada’s actions.
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In response to Trump’s threat, Ontario said Tuesday afternoon the province would suspend the 25% electricity surcharge and meet with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to discuss a renewed trade agreement on Thursday, March 13.
Please see a joint statement from United States Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and myself:
— Doug Ford (@fordnation) March 11, 2025
Today, United States Secretary of Commerce @howardlutnick and Premier of Ontario Doug Ford had a productive conversation about the economic relationship between the United States…
“Today, United States Secretary of Commerce [Howard Lutnick] and Premier of Ontario Doug Ford had a productive conversation about the economic relationship between the United States and Canada,” the joint statement from Lutnick and Ford reads. “In response, Ontario agreed to suspend its 25 per cent surcharge on exports of electricity to Michigan, New York and Minnesota.”
The Canadian province of Ontario first announced the retaliatory electricity charge on Monday, March 10. Premier Doug Ford said the 25% surcharge on electricity exports to Michigan, Minnesota and New York would affect electricity sales to 1.5 million American homes and cost businesses and residents up to $400,000 per day.
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“I will shortly be declaring a National Emergency on Electricity within the threatened area,” Trump said on Truth Social. “This will allow the U.S. to quickly do what has to be done to alleviate this abusive threat from Canada.”
It’s not just about electricity
Trump also took aim at Canada’s import tariffs on U.S. dairy products that exceed 200%. The Canadian policy charges such tariffs if imports go above a pre-negotiated amount of tariff-free dairy sales. The International Dairy Foods Association said these tariffs have not been charged.
“Frustratingly, the U.S. has never gotten close to exceeding our USMCA quotas because Canada has erected various protectionist measures that fly in the face of their trade obligations made under USMCA,” the International Dairy Foods Association said.
Trump said his doubling of tariffs on steel and aluminum to 50% is just the start if Canada continues to retaliate against the U.S.
“If other egregious, long time Tariffs are not likewise dropped by Canada, I will substantially increase, on April 2nd, the Tariffs on Cars coming into the U.S. which will, essentially, permanently shut down the automobile manufacturing business in Canada. Those cars can easily be made in the USA!” Trump wrote.
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Canada and the 51st state
The president again reiterated his position Tuesday, March 11, that Canada should become the 51st state of the United States.
“America is not Canada. And Canada never ever will be part of America in any way, shape or form,” incoming Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Sunday, March 9. “We didn’t ask for this fight, but Canadians are always ready when someone else drops the gloves.”
This story was updated to reflect Ontario’s announcement of suspending the electricity surcharge.
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[SIMONE DEL ROSARIO]
President Donald Trump announced he will double planned tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum from 25% to 50%. He says those tariffs will take effect Wednesday. The doubling down is in retaliation to Canada’s 25% surcharge on electricity exports.
[DOUG FORD, ONTARIO PREMIER]
“Until these tariffs are off the table, until the threat of tariffs is gone for good, Ontario will not relent.”
[SIMONE DEL ROSARIO]
Ontario announced the retaliatory electricity charge on Monday. Premier Doug Ford says he’s adding a 25% surcharge to electricity exports to Michigan, Minnesota and New York. The electricity Ontario sends powers 1.5 million American homes.
[DOUG FORD, ONTARIO PREMIER]
“This surcharge will cost families and businesses in these states up to $400,000 each and every single day. On an average, this will add around $100 per month to the bills of hard working Americans.”
[SIMONE DEL ROSARIO]
On top of doubling tariffs on steel and aluminum in response, Trump said on Truth Social, he’ll be “declaring a National Emergency on Electricity within the threatened area. This will allow the U.S. to quickly do what has to be done to alleviate this abusive threat from Canada.”
[DOUG FORD, ONTARIO PREMIER]
“If the United States escalates, I will not hesitate to shut the electricity off completely. Believe me when I say I do not want to do this. I feel terrible for the American people because it’s not the American people who started this trade war. It’s one person who’s responsible. That’s President Trump.”
[SIMONE DEL ROSARIO]
In response, Trump said, “Can you imagine Canada stooping so low as to use ELECTRICITY, that so affects the life of innocent people, as a bargaining chip and threat? They will pay a financial price for this so big that it will be read about in History Books for many years to come!”
Wall Street continued its decline Tuesday as Canada and the U.S. escalated this trade fight. On Monday, the Nasdaq posted its worst day since 2022 after the president declined to rule out the possibility of a recession. He said what he’s doing with trade takes time.
[PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP]
“I hate to predict things like that. There is a period of transition because what we’re doing is very big. We’re bringing wealth back to America. That’s a big thing. And there are always periods of, it takes a little time. It takes a little time.”
[SIMONE DEL ROSARIO]
On Tuesday, Trump also took aim at Canada’s import tariffs on U.S. dairy products that exceed 200%. The Canadian policy charges such tariffs if imports go above a pre-negotiated amount of tariff-free dairy sales set by the USMCA.
The International Dairy Foods Association says these tariffs have not been charged. “Frustratingly, the U.S. has never gotten close to exceeding our USMCA quotas because Canada has erected various protectionist measures that fly in the face of their trade obligations made under USMCA.”
Trump said his doubling of tariffs on steel and aluminum to 50% is just the start if Canada continues to retaliate against the U.S.
“If other egregious, long time Tariffs are not likewise dropped by Canada, I will substantially increase, on April 2nd, the Tariffs on Cars coming into the U.S. which will, essentially, permanently shut down the automobile manufacturing business in Canada. Those cars can easily be made in the USA!” Trump wrote.
Share prices for the “Big Three” automakers, Ford, GM and Stellantis, all fell during trading Tuesday. For SAN, I’m Simone Del Rosario. To stay on top of the rapid moves with tariffs and the markets, download the SAN app and enable notifications.
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Bias Summary
- President Donald Trump will increase tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum from 25% to 50% in response to Ontario's 25% electricity tariff on U.S. imports.
- Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced a 25% surcharge on U.S. electricity and might further escalate the electricity charge.
- Concerns about the economy rose after the stock market fell, with economist Larry Summers predicting a possible recession at 50%.
- The White House claimed that tariffs are encouraging companies like Honda and Volkswagen to consider U.S. factory investments, promising to create new jobs.
- No summary available because of a lack of coverage.
- President Donald Trump announced a tariff increase on steel and aluminum from Canada to 50%, effective March 12, as retaliation for Ontario's price increases on electricity sold to the U.S.
- Trump cited ongoing trade issues, including high Canadian dairy taxes and fentanyl smuggling, as reasons for his stance against Canada.
- The U.S. stock market declined significantly after Trump's announcement, with the S&P 500 index falling 2.7% on Monday, reflecting market concerns about the economic impact of his tariffs.
- Economist Larry Summers noted that the current environment raises concerns about inflation and the potential for an economic downturn.
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Ex-Philippine president arrested for alleged crimes against humanity
By Karah Rucker (Anchor), Shea Taylor (Producer), Jake Larsen (Video Editor)
- Authorities arrested former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte in Manila under an ICC warrant for alleged crimes against humanity. Duterte faces trial for his administration’s war on drugs, resulting in thousands of extrajudicial killings.
- The ICC investigated Duterte for mass killings under his leadership, citing estimates of 12,000 to 30,000 deaths during his presidency.
- Duterte’s arrest raises questions about extradition to The Hague, as the Philippine government sends mixed signals on cooperation with the ICC.
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Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested Tuesday, March 11, in Manila under a warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC). Authorities detained Duterte, 79, at the airport upon his return from Hong Kong.
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- Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested at Manila's international airport under a warrant from the International Criminal Court in connection with a crime against humanity case.
- The International Criminal Court has been investigating killings associated with Duterte's crackdown on illegal drugs from Nov. 1, 2011, to March 16, 2019.
- The investigation resumed after appeals judges ruled against the Duterte administration's objections in July 2023.
- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated that the government would cooperate with the ICC if a Red Notice for Duterte's custody is issued.
- No summary available because of a lack of coverage.
- Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested at Manila's international airport under an International Criminal Court warrant for crimes against humanity related to anti-drug killings.
- The ICC has been investigating Duterte's drug war from Nov. 1, 2011, to March 16, 2019, focusing on possible crimes against humanity.
- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated the Philippines would cooperate with the ICC regarding Duterte's custody, despite deciding not to rejoin the court.
- Families of victims expressed emotional responses, viewing the arrest as a long-awaited day for justice, hopeful for further accountability against those involved in extrajudicial killings.
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The warrant stems from the ICC’s ongoing investigation into his administration’s war on drugs, which led to thousands of extrajudicial killings.
Duterte, who served as president from 2016 to 2022, openly supported the execution of suspected drug offenders. His administration’s anti-drug campaign resulted in widespread allegations of human rights abuses, drawing international condemnation.
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What are the accusations against Duterte?
The ICC has been investigating Duterte for crimes against humanity, citing mass killings under his leadership. Estimates vary on the total death toll, with Human Rights Watch reporting at least 12,000 deaths in the first two years of his presidency and some estimates reaching 20,000 to 30,000 victims over six years.
The Philippine government acknowledged at least 6,252 deaths in police anti-drug operations by mid-2022.
Critics argued Duterte encouraged police and vigilantes to execute suspected criminals without due process. He once compared himself to Adolf Hitler, saying he would be “happy to slaughter” drug addicts to protect the country.
How has Duterte responded?
Duterte repeatedly denied the allegations and dismissed the ICC’s jurisdiction over the Philippines.
In 2019, he formally withdrew the country from the ICC, arguing it had no right to investigate crimes committed within Philippine borders.
While in Hong Kong, Duterte reportedly stated that he would accept his arrest, framing his actions as necessary for peace and stability.
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What happens next?
The Philippine government, led by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., has given mixed signals regarding cooperation with the ICC.
Marcos previously stated that his administration would not assist the ICC’s investigation, yet officials have acknowledged their obligation to comply with Interpol requests related to the case.
Duterte’s arrest raises questions about whether Manila will extradite him to The Hague. If transferred to the ICC, he would face trial for alleged crimes against humanity.
However, political and legal challenges could complicate the process, especially given Duterte’s influence and lingering support within the country.
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A FORMER PHILIPPINES PRESIDENT WAS ARRESTED AT AN AIRPORT ON A WARRANT ISSUED BY “THE INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT” OR “ICC.”
79 YEAR OLD RODRIGO DUTERTE —
WAS RETURNING TO THE PHILIPPINES FROM A VISIT TO HONG KONG — TAKEN INTO CUSTODY AT AN AIRPORT IN THE PHILIPPINES CAPITOL.
DUTERTE WAS ELECTED PRESIDENT IN 2016 — KNOWN BY A FEW NICKNAMES LIKE “THE PUNISHER” — FOR HIS YEARS-LONG CAMPAIGN AGAINST DRUG OFFENDERS WHEN HE WAS A MAYOR PRIOR TO HIS PRESIDENCY.
HE CONTINUED THAT CAMPAIGN — “A CRACKDOWN AGAINST ILLEGAL DRUGS” — AT THE PRESIDENTIAL LEVEL — BUT THE ICC HAS BEEN INVESTIGATING WHAT THEY CALL A “DEADLY WAR ON DRUGS” — WITH AT LEAST SIX THOUSAND PEOPLE EXECUTED IN A “TAKE-NO-PRISONER” APPROACH TO THE ISSUE.
IN CELL PHONE VIDEO TAKEN AT THE SCENE — YOU CAN HEAR DUTERTE ASKING WHAT CRIME HE COMMITTED.
THE CURRENT PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES CONFIRMED TO NEWS OUTLETS HE’S CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY AND COULD BE HANDED OVER TO THE ICC.
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Bias Summary
- Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested at Manila's international airport under a warrant from the International Criminal Court in connection with a crime against humanity case.
- The International Criminal Court has been investigating killings associated with Duterte's crackdown on illegal drugs from Nov. 1, 2011, to March 16, 2019.
- The investigation resumed after appeals judges ruled against the Duterte administration's objections in July 2023.
- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated that the government would cooperate with the ICC if a Red Notice for Duterte's custody is issued.
- No summary available because of a lack of coverage.
- Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested at Manila's international airport under an International Criminal Court warrant for crimes against humanity related to anti-drug killings.
- The ICC has been investigating Duterte's drug war from Nov. 1, 2011, to March 16, 2019, focusing on possible crimes against humanity.
- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. stated the Philippines would cooperate with the ICC regarding Duterte's custody, despite deciding not to rejoin the court.
- Families of victims expressed emotional responses, viewing the arrest as a long-awaited day for justice, hopeful for further accountability against those involved in extrajudicial killings.
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International
Russia hit by ‘massive’ drone attack ahead of US-Ukraine peace talks
By Karah Rucker (Anchor), Shea Taylor (Producer), Jake Larsen (Video Editor)
- Ukraine unleashed its largest drone attack since 2022, striking multiple Russian regions, with 337 drones intercepted overnight. Authorities confirmed two deaths and multiple injuries, with significant damage to infrastructure.
- Russia’s Foreign Ministry condemned the strike as a “terrorist attack,” while Ukraine maintained its strikes target military supply lines and logistical hubs.
- Diplomatic efforts continue, with U.S. and Ukrainian negotiators meeting in Saudi Arabia to discuss a potential ceasefire, despite escalating tensions.
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Ukraine launched its largest cross-border drone attack since Russia’s 2022 full-scale invasion, striking multiple regions, including Moscow.
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- Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Moscow, sending at least 91 drones, resulting in one death and multiple injuries, according to Russian officials.
- The Russian Ministry of Defence reported a total of over 70 Ukrainian drones shot down during the attack on the city, indicating escalating tensions and ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
- As peace talks commence between Ukrainian officials and a U.S. team in Saudi Arabia, the drone attack highlights the ongoing conflict.
- Travel disruptions ensued due to the attack, prompting airport closures and diversions across several regions, including Moscow and Kursk, as reported by local authorities.
- No summary available because of a lack of coverage.
- A total of 69 Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow were shot down, according to Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin.
- One person was killed and three were wounded due to the drone attack, as stated by Andrei Vorobyov, the governor of the Moscow region.
- The attack caused damage to seven apartments and a roof in Moscow, with Sobyanin describing the damage as "insignificant."
- Flights and train traffic were restricted in several areas, including four airports and surrounding regions, according to Rosaviatsia.
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Russia reported intercepting 337 Ukrainian drones overnight, with 91 downed over the capital alone. Moscow’s mayor described the attack as “massive,” with explosions heard across the city and air defenses firing through the night.
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Authorities reported at least two deaths and eight injuries, though casualty figures vary, with some reports indicating one death and three injuries. Damage included high-rise residential buildings, businesses and infrastructure. Airports in Moscow, Yaroslavl and Nizhny Novgorod temporarily suspended operations.
Russia’s Foreign Ministry labeled the strike a “terrorist attack,” and Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov alleged drones hit civilian areas.
How has Ukraine responded?
Ukraine’s military did not immediately comment on the strikes. However, Ukraine’s air force reported intercepting 79 of 126 drones launched by Russia in an overnight counterattack.
Kyiv has maintained that its strikes focus on military targets inside Russia, aiming to disrupt supply lines and logistical hubs.
Will peace talks continue?
Despite the escalation, U.S. and Ukrainian negotiators are set to meet in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to discuss a potential ceasefire.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. expects Ukraine and Russia to make concessions, without specifying what each side must yield.
Ukrainian officials have rejected any deal involving surrendering territory or lacking security guarantees against future Russian aggression. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Monday, March 10, reiterated that Ukraine remains committed to diplomatic efforts but will not accept a peace deal dictated by Moscow.
What does the US want from Ukraine?
The Trump administration pushed Ukraine to agree to a minerals-sharing agreement, which President Donald Trump framed as a way to offset the cost of U.S. aid.
Washington recently froze military support and limited intelligence sharing while negotiations continue.
Zelenskyy’s team proposed a partial ceasefire, covering long-range air strikes and naval attacks. Rubio acknowledged the idea but said it alone would not be enough to end the war.
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What happens next?
As diplomatic efforts unfold, drone and missile attacks from both sides are expected to continue. Ukraine’s air force reported intercepting a Russian Iskander missile and downing dozens of drones targeting Donetsk, Odesa, Kharkiv, Sumy and Kyiv.
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TURNING NOW TO THE WAR BETWEEN RUSSIA AND UKRAINE — AS U-S OFFICIALS PREPARE TO MEET WITH UKRAINIAN OFFICIALS FOR PEACE TALKS **TODAY**… RUSSIA SAYS IT WAS HIT OVERNIGHT WITH KYIV’S LARGEST CROSS-BORDER AERIAL ATTACK SINCE MOSCOW LAUNCHED ITS FULL-SCALE INVASION IN 20-22.
RUSSIA’S DEFENSE MINISTRY SAID ITS FORCES SHOT DOWN 337 UKRAINIAN DRONES OVER TEN DIFFERENT REGIONS — NEARLY A HUNDRED OF THEM OVER MOSCOW ALONE.
MEANWHILE — REUTERS IS REPORTING UKRAINE’S AIR FORCE SAID IT SHOT DOWN A BALLISTIC MISSILE AND 79 OF 126 DRONES LAUNCHED BY RUSSIA IN AN OVERNIGHT ATTACK OF ITS OWN.
AHEAD OF TODAY’S PEACE TALKS IN SAUDI ARABIA — SECRETARY OF STATE MARCO RUBIO TOLD REPORTERS THE “ONLY WAY” TO END THE WAR IS FOR UKRAINE TO MAKE CONCESSIONS OVER LAND THAT RUSSIA TOOK CONTROL OF IN 2014 — EMPHASIZING BOTH SIDES WILL NEED TO MAKE CONCESSIONS.
UKRAINE HAS LONG SAID A CEASEFIRE AGREEMENT THAT INCLUDES GIVING UP LAND OCCUPIED BY RUSSIA IS A NONSTARTER.
THE UKRAINIAN GOVERNMENT HAS ALSO CALLED FOR THE KREMLIN TO PAY REPARATIONS FOR THE WAR.
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- Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Moscow, sending at least 91 drones, resulting in one death and multiple injuries, according to Russian officials.
- The Russian Ministry of Defence reported a total of over 70 Ukrainian drones shot down during the attack on the city, indicating escalating tensions and ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
- As peace talks commence between Ukrainian officials and a U.S. team in Saudi Arabia, the drone attack highlights the ongoing conflict.
- Travel disruptions ensued due to the attack, prompting airport closures and diversions across several regions, including Moscow and Kursk, as reported by local authorities.
- No summary available because of a lack of coverage.
- A total of 69 Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow were shot down, according to Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin.
- One person was killed and three were wounded due to the drone attack, as stated by Andrei Vorobyov, the governor of the Moscow region.
- The attack caused damage to seven apartments and a roof in Moscow, with Sobyanin describing the damage as "insignificant."
- Flights and train traffic were restricted in several areas, including four airports and surrounding regions, according to Rosaviatsia.
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Infowars says reporter killed in Austin, Alex Jones blames district attorney
By Cole Lauterbach (Managing Editor)
- Austin Police Department is investigating the death of a man reported to be Infowars reporter Jamie White. He was found with signs of trauma and later died at the hospital.
- Infowars founder Alex Jones blamed Travis County District Attorney Jose Garza for White’s death.
- Jones’ media outlet faces financial uncertainty following defamation judgments related to his false claims about the Sandy Hook school shooting.
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A reporter for Infowars was “brutally murdered” late Sunday night in Austin, Texas, according to site founder Alex Jones. The Austin Police Department said in a statement that they were investigating a possible homicide shortly after midnight on Monday morning. The death occurred on the 2300 block of Douglas Street in South Austin, police said.
APD told Fox 7 Austin that officers arrived around midnight and found an adult male with obvious signs of trauma. Police say the man died from his injuries at the hospital. APD did not elaborate on how the man died.
The far-right radio show host later posted a statement to his website confirming reporter Jamie White’s death. Jones blamed his killing on Travis County District Attorney Jose Garza.
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“We are deeply saddened to inform you that InfoWars Reporter Jamie White was brutally murdered around midnight Sunday night due, in part, to the policies of the Soros Austin, TX D.A. Jose Garza,” Jones said.
The site, which has a history of misinformation, is the only outlet to confirm that White was the victim.
Jones promised that White’s death would “not be in vain, and those responsible for this senseless violence will be brought to justice.”
Jones’ future with Infowars is still uncertain. Recently, a judge rejected a deal for a second auction of the side to pay for two defamation judgments. The lawsuit stems from Jones’ false claims that the mass shooting at a Connecticut elementary school was a hoax to push a gun control agenda. Those claims led to harassment and stalking of the victims’ families by followers of the media outlet.
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Lifestyle
Entertainers among those most at risk for mental health struggles
By Kennedy Felton (Lifestyle Correspondent/Producer), Harry Fogle (Video Editor)
- Musicians, actors, and entertainers are among the top five occupational groups with the highest suicide rates, according to a study by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) from 2011 to 2015.
- The unpredictable nature of the entertainment industry, financial instability, intense public scrutiny and lack of healthcare access all contribute to the mental health challenges faced by entertainers.
- Researchers advocate for the music industry to adopt the Zero Suicide Framework. It includes increasing conversations about suicide prevention, providing training to recognize warning signs, implementing evidence-based interventions, ensuring continuity of care, and investing in ongoing research.
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Many entertainers face immense mental health challenges. A Frontiers new paper highlights that musicians and actors are among the professions with the highest suicide rates.
A report by Dr. George Musgrave, a musician and academic, and Dr. Dorian Lamis, a clinical psychologist, highlights the growing crisis. Their research draws from a study by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), which ranks musicians, actors, and entertainers among the top five occupational groups with the highest suicide rates from 2011 to 2015.
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Musgrave and Lamis point to several factors that contribute to these struggles. The unpredictable nature of the entertainment industry, financial instability, and intense public scrutiny all play a role.
Musgrave says some musicians enter the industry with pre-existing mental health conditions, but they’re stepping into a work environment that’s almost entirely unsuited to their emotional needs.
Lack of healthcare access creates a treatment gap
For many musicians, inconsistent healthcare makes it harder to get help. Lamis notes that their employment instability often means losing access to mental health resources. Touring artists, in particular, struggle to stay connected to their providers.
Industry-wide change needed
Musgrave and Lamis argue that the music industry must take a more proactive approach. They suggest using the Zero Suicide Framework, a seven-part model designed to prevent suicides in high-risk groups.
Applying this model to the music industry would include:
- Increasing conversations about suicide prevention among industry leaders.
- Providing training for managers, friends, and family to recognize warning signs.
- Implementing evidence-based interventions, such as the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale.
- Ensuring continuity of care for musicians on tour with scheduled mental health check-ins.
- Investing in ongoing research to improve mental health resources for entertainers.
Protecting entertainers’ mental health
The report calls for collaboration between researchers, industry executives, and mental health professionals. Musgrave and Lamis believe the industry must do more to protect its artists.
If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or visit 988lifeline.org for support.
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