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NAACP Sues Elon Musk’s xAI Over Toxic Emissions in Memphis Area Neighborhoods

The NAACP has filed a lawsuit accusing Elon Musk’s xAI of illegally emitting toxic pollutants from unpermitted methane gas generators powering its datacenters near Memphis, impacting historically Black neighborhoods and violating the Clean Air Act.

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California Man Shot by ICE Arrested and Charged with Assault on Federal Officer

Carlos Ivan Mendoza Hernandez, shot by ICE agents in California, was arrested and charged with assault on a federal officer amid disputed claims about his background.

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Carlos Ivan Mendoza Hernandez and his pregnant partner at a baby shower celebration.

Congress Divided Over Section 702 FISA Surveillance Renewal Amid Intense Debate

The US Congress is divided over renewing Section 702 of FISA, a warrantless surveillance law set to expire soon. Intense debate surrounds privacy concerns, bipartisan opposition, and President Trump's push for a clean extension amid calls for reform.

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Bernie Sanders Seeks Senate Vote to Block US Weapons Sales to Israel

Senator Bernie Sanders will push Senate votes to block $447M in US weapons sales to Israel, testing Democratic support amid shifting views on Netanyahu and Iran conflict.

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Pope Leo Calls for Unity and Peace Amid Dispute with Trump and JD Vance

Pope Leo urges peace and unity amid ongoing disputes with Trump and JD Vance over the Iran war, emphasizing dialogue over conflict.

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Trump Warns Fed Chair Powell to Step Down or Face Dismissal; Warsh Nomination Faces Hurdles

Donald Trump threatens to fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell if he does not step down as term ends. Kevin Warsh's nomination faces Senate hurdles. Other news includes vaccine recommendation halts, budget hearing protests, FISA extension debates, and US-UK trade tensions.

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President Donald Trump speaks to the press outside the Oval Office at the White House.

US DOJ Seeks Dismissal of Capitol Riot Seditious Conspiracy Convictions

The US Department of Justice has requested a federal appeals court to dismiss the convictions of 12 individuals found guilty of seditious conspiracy related to the January 6 Capitol riot, a move that could mark a symbolic victory for former President Trump.

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Getty Images pro-Trump protesters, including Proud Boys leader Joe Biggs, (plaid shirt at bottom center of frame,) gather in front of the U.S. Capitol Building on January 6, 2021 in Washington, DC.

King’s US Visit Excludes Epstein Survivors but Aims to Ease UK-US Tensions

King Charles and Queen Camilla's US state visit excludes meetings with Epstein survivors amid legal concerns but aims to strengthen UK-US ties despite diplomatic tensions.

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PA Media King Charles and President Trump during the state visit in September. They are talking to each other, both wearing blue suits and ties

DoorDash Driver Who Delivered to Trump Previously Lobbied for 'No Tax on Tips' Policy

Sharon Simmons, the DoorDash driver who delivered McDonald’s to Trump at the White House, had previously lobbied for the 'no tax on tips' policy, prompting debate over the staged delivery and the policy's impact on low-wage workers.

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Donald Trump speaks with a DoorDash delivery worker carrying McDonald's at the White House

US Treasury Secretary Defends Short-Term Economic Pain for Long-Term Security

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says short-term economic pain is justified for long-term security amid US-Israel-Iran conflict. IMF warns of potential global recession due to energy price spikes and prolonged Middle East war, with regional economies facing varied impacts.

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Getty Images Workers unload goods from the back of a truck at the Jamila food market in Sadr City, east Baghdad on April 13, 2026.

New Allegation Emerges Against Swalwell for 2018 Drugging and Rape

Eric Swalwell faces a new allegation of drugging and rape from 2018, joining multiple accusations from women, including former staff. Swalwell denies sexual abuse but has resigned from Congress and dropped his governor bid amid ethics inquiries.

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Getty Images Lonna Drewes speaks alongside a photo of her with Congressman Swalwell

Investigation Launched into ICE Detention of US Citizen in Minnesota

Minnesota officials investigate ICE's warrantless detention of US citizen ChongLy Thao as possible kidnapping and false imprisonment amid Operation Metro Surge enforcement actions.

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