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national20 days ago•22 min saved

Threats rise after Rhode Island judge blocks Trump funding plan

U.S. District Judge John McConnell, who blocked the Trump administration’s sweeping funding freeze in 2025, has since received credible death threats, illustrating the climate of intimidation facing jurists across political lines; a pizza-delivery incident in the name of a deceased son highlighted how threats can manifest, underscoring concerns about judge safety and the ongoing need for strong protections of the judiciary and the rule of law.

via The Washington Post|

#donald-trump #federal-courts #judges

crime1 month ago•3 min saved

Minnesota shooter sentenced to life as survivors address victims’ families

Vance Boelter received two consecutive life sentences plus 40 years after pleading guilty to stalking and shooting Minnesota lawmakers; the death penalty was removed as part of the plea deal. Survivors and relatives, including the Hortman and Hoffman families, described the lasting impact and grief from the attacks. Boelter also faces state charges, for which he has pleaded not guilty, while federal prosecutors stressed the long prison term ensures no release.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#boelter #crime #minnesota

world1 month ago•2 min saved

Murder charge filed in Widdecombe case as motive eyed by investigators

Prosecutors in the UK have charged 28-year-old Joshua Kerry with the murder of former Conservative MP Ann Widdecombe, who was found with serious injuries at her home and died; Kerry, arrested July 11, was initially held for murder but later charged with terrorism after evidence uncovered in custody, with investigators evaluating a possible political motive given Widdecombe’s profile and the attack’s targeted nature.

via Al Jazeera|

#ann-widdecombe #murder #political-violence

world1 month ago•197 min saved

UK’s Lethal Decade: Three MPs Murdered, Spotlight on Fragile Political Climate

CNN reports that three British MPs—Jo Cox (2016), David Amess (2021), and Ann Widdecombe (2026)—have been killed in just over a decade, prompting tributes in Parliament and a renewed focus on MP security. While authorities investigate Widdecombe’s death for potential terrorism links, motive remains unclear. The piece notes a sharp rise in crimes against MPs (nearly 1,000 in 2025) and discusses how online extremism and a harsher information environment are fueling threats to democracy, even as there is no border conflict akin to Northern Ireland’s Troubles. Experts caution against overgeneralizing but warn that the political climate is more febrile, altering MPs’ engagement with constituents and their routine work.

via CNN|

#david-amess #jo-cox #parliament-security

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

UK rocked as former MP Widdecombe found dead amid murder probe

Former Conservative MP Ann Widdecombe, 78, was found dead with serious injuries at her Devon home, prompting a murder investigation. Police say there is no indication the killing was politically motivated, but the case heightens concerns about MPs’ safety amid a history of attacks on British politicians. A 26-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder was released, and investigators pledge to move quickly with resources. Outgoing prime minister Keir Starmer and other leaders reacted with shock, underscoring the need for protection as experts note MPs have faced increased threats and harassment online and offline in recent years.

via NBC News|

#ann-widdecombe #mp-safety #murder-investigation

politics2 months ago•25 min saved

Massive '86 47' markings on National Mall ignite security response amid anti-Trump symbolism

Enormous numerals reading '86 47' were etched on the grass near the World War II Memorial on the National Mall, prompting a security response and officials calling it vandalism tied to anti-Trump sentiment; authorities are investigating the origin of the markings while White House officials condemn political violence and a correction notes a prior claim about James Comey arranging seashells.

via The Washington Post|

#86-47 #national-mall #political-violence

politics3 months ago•4 min saved

White House Shooting Highlights Surge in Political Violence Around Trump

A 21-year-old man was fatally shot by Secret Service after opening fire at a White House security checkpoint, injuring a bystander; motive is under investigation. The incident follows a series of politically charged violence linked to Trump’s circle, including an earlier shooting near the White House and past assassination attempts, underscoring growing safety concerns for public officials.

via NBC News|

#political-violence #politics #secret-service

politics3 months ago•5 min saved

Raffensperger faces credible threat as Georgia governor bid intensifies

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, a gubernatorial candidate, was targeted by a credible written threat—a manifesto with his photo and the word 'boom'—and a suspicious object found at a Macon campaign stop, prompting heightened security and a state-federal investigation as he presses on in the race.

via Politico|

#2026-elections #brad-raffensperger #georgia

politics3 months ago•4 min saved

Baldwin slams Kimmel for stoking hatred after WHCD shooting

Actor Daniel Baldwin criticized Jimmy Kimmel for his Trump-bashing monologues, saying such comments plant hatred that could inspire real violence after Trump survived the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting; he contrasted today’s rhetoric with past moments of restraint and noted Melania Trump’s response to the jokes.

via New York Post|

#daniel-baldwin #donald-trump #jimmy-kimmel

politics3 months ago•5 min saved

Rhetoric under fire as White House shooting sparks partisan blame

After a shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner during which Trump was targeted, both parties traded blame over political rhetoric. Trump praised unity but said Democratic and media hate speech helped fuel violence, while Democrats condemned the incident and highlighted Trump’s own inflammatory past. Prosecutors charged Cole Tomas Allen with attempting to assassinate Trump; investigators noted his manifesto-like emails and radicalized writings. The episode reignites debate over whether leaders’ rhetoric contributes to political violence and how both sides should condemn such acts.

via USA Today|

#democrats #political-violence #politics

politics3 months ago•2 min saved

Jeffries Defends 'Maximum Warfare' Claim Amid Redistricting Fight

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries defended his 'maximum warfare' remark about Democrats' redistricting, saying he stands by it despite Republican criticism and noting the phrase originated from a source close to President Trump; he framed the era as one of intensified political warfare while reaffirming that Democrats condemn violence.

via Axios|

#democrats #hakeem-jeffries #maximum-warfare

entertainment3 months ago•17 min saved

Clooney Urges Unity After Violence at Lincoln Center Chaplin Award

George Clooney accepted Film at Lincoln Center’s Chaplin Award and used the moment to condemn political violence, reference the White House Correspondents’ Dinner evacuation, and call on Americans across the political spectrum to unite in defense of democracy and civility, highlighting his career and humanitarian work.

via Variety|

#chaplin-award #entertainment #george-clooney

gaming3 months ago•3 min saved

Steam pulls indie game amid links to alleged would‑be assassin

Valve disabled sales of Bohrdom, a 2018 indie game by Cole Tomas Allen, after reports that he allegedly attempted to shoot at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner; the quirky, chemistry-inspired multiplayer title had little attention before the incident, and authorities are expected to press charges against Allen.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|

#bohrdom #gaming #indie-game

entertainment3 months ago•39 min saved

Springsteen Urges Peace After Washington Dinner Gunman Incident

Bruce Springsteen used his Moody Center show in Austin to condemn political violence and urge peace after a gunman stormed the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, D.C., an incident that led to Trump and VP JD Vance being escorted off stage and left the suspect, Cole Tomas Allen, in custody; the singer noted that the President and others were unharmed and stressed that disagreement is fine but violence has no place in the United States.

via Yahoo|

#bruce-springsteen #donald-trump #entertainment

politics4 months ago•10 min saved

Normalizing Violence: Trumpism Sparks a Slow Civil War in America

Journalist Jeff Sharlet argues that Trumpism has normalized violence in U.S. politics, linking the White House correspondents’ dinner shooting and broader gun-enabled acts to a broader pattern he terms a “slow civil war.” He contends that the era’s spectacle politics, deification of leaders, and widespread access to guns desensitize the public and harden partisan narratives, making political violence seem ordinary and acceptable rather than condemnable.

via Democracy Now!|

#gun-violence #political-violence #politics