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Biden’s Final Act: Leonard Peltier Freed After 50 Years
politics10 hours ago

Biden’s Final Act: Leonard Peltier Freed After 50 Years

On January 20, 2025, President Joe Biden commuted the life sentence of Leonard Peltier, the longest-serving political prisoner in the US, allowing him to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest. Peltier, an American Indian Movement leader, had been imprisoned for nearly 50 years for the 1975 deaths of two FBI agents on the Pine Ridge reservation, a conviction he has always denied. A new documentary, 'Free Leonard Peltier,' premiering on Netflix on October 12, chronicles his decades-long fight for justice and the broader context of Indigenous activism. While the commutation was a significant victory, it did not result in a full pardon, and Peltier continues to advocate for total freedom and the protection of tribal treaties.

via The Guardian|
#american-indian-movement#documentary#indigenous-rights
NYC Socialist Candidate Dismisses ICE Shooting Suspect’s Criminal Record, Demands Agency Abolition
us-politics16 hours ago

NYC Socialist Candidate Dismisses ICE Shooting Suspect’s Criminal Record, Demands Agency Abolition

Democratic congressional candidate Darializa Avila Chevalier stated that the violent criminal history of Oscar Belgal, a man shot by ICE agents in the Bronx, is irrelevant. She accused NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch of villainizing Belgal and called for the abolition of ICE. Belgal, a 28-year-old undocumented man with prior convictions for armed robbery and drug sales, was wounded in the neck on October 8 while driving with his five-year-old son. The incident sparked massive protests in New York City, where Chevalier was physically thrown to the ground by police. While Mayor Zohran Mamdani condemned the shooting, he has not yet dismissed Tisch or disbanded the NYPD’s Strategic Response Group, a move Chevalier is demanding.

via New York Post|
#darializa-avila-chevalier#ice-shooting#jessica-tisch
ICE vehicle strikes pedestrian in Houston during fugitive chase, leaving man hospitalized
us-politics19 hours ago

ICE vehicle strikes pedestrian in Houston during fugitive chase, leaving man hospitalized

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent struck a man with a vehicle in northwest Harris County, Texas, on Saturday while pursuing a suspect. The victim, Miguel Parra-Hernandez, suffered a broken leg and remains in ICE custody. The target of the operation, Jose Mendoza-Cervantes, who had a final order of removal, fled and remains at large. Local officials are demanding transparency and video evidence, while ICE describes the incident as a dangerous evasion attempt.

via The Guardian|
#harris-county#ice#immigration-enforcement
Arizona Rep. Alma Hernandez Fortifies Home After Escalating Death Threats
us-politics23 hours ago

Arizona Rep. Alma Hernandez Fortifies Home After Escalating Death Threats

Arizona State Representative Alma Hernandez has significantly fortified her home with security measures, including iron bars, cameras, and a fingerprint lock, after receiving numerous violent and death threats. These threats, linked to her political positions and legislative work since 2019, have altered her daily life and influenced her policymaking. Hernandez has expressed that the risks of public office have become untenable, questioning whether the role is worth the danger. Her brother now lives with her for protection, and she has removed trees from her yard on police advice to prevent intrusions. The situation highlights the increasing safety concerns for elected officials in the United States.

via The New York Times|
#alma-hernandez#arizona-legislature#lawmaker-safety
Pike Survival and Hasan Livestream Spark National Death Penalty Crisis
us-politics1 day ago

Pike Survival and Hasan Livestream Spark National Death Penalty Crisis

A botched execution in Tennessee and a planned public firing squad in the U.S. military have reignited fierce national debate over capital punishment. Christa Pike survived a lethal injection in September, while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan by firing squad in December. These events have polarized public opinion and legal experts, with opponents citing the Pike case as evidence of the death penalty's brutality, while supporters view the Hasan execution as a necessary deterrent. The controversy coincides with a rise in executions and declining public support for the practice.

via The New York Times|
#christa-pike#death-penalty#nidal-hasan
US Diesel Prices Stay Near Record Highs Despite Trump's Supply Pushes
economy1 day ago

US Diesel Prices Stay Near Record Highs Despite Trump's Supply Pushes

US diesel prices remain near record highs at $6.28 per gallon, up 70% since the US-Israel war with Iran began. Despite two major administrative moves to boost supply, prices have not fallen significantly. The first move was pressuring G7 allies to release 100 million barrels of oil reserves. The second was an executive order allowing tax-exempt 'red-dye' diesel on public roads. Industry experts argue these measures offer only temporary relief, as the root cause is a global supply crunch driven by conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine. With the November 3 midterm elections approaching, high fuel costs are pressuring Republican constituencies, including farmers and truckers, and contributing to President Trump's record-low 32% approval rating.

via NBC News|
#economy#energy#fuel-prices
Trump denounces Nobel snub as 'indelible stain' on Norway after losing to Pillay
politics2 days ago

Trump denounces Nobel snub as 'indelible stain' on Norway after losing to Pillay

President Donald Trump lashed out at the Nobel Committee for awarding the 2026 Peace Prize to South African jurist Navi Pillay instead of himself, calling the decision a 'disgraceful' stain on Norway. Speaking at a rally in Syracuse, New York, Trump claimed he deserved the honor for ending eight wars, though critics note his administration is currently engaged in active conflicts with Iran and Venezuela. Pillay, who chaired a UN panel finding Israel guilty of genocide in Gaza, responded with humor, joking she might share the prize with Trump if the applause continued.

via The Guardian|
#donald-trump#iran-war#navi-pillay
Trump Uses Columbus Day Event to Court Italian Americans Ahead of Midterms
us-politics2 days ago

Trump Uses Columbus Day Event to Court Italian Americans Ahead of Midterms

President Trump hosted a Columbus Day event at the White House, using the occasion to criticize Democrats and appeal to Italian Americans ahead of the midterm elections. He claimed that 'radical left communists' want to abolish Columbus Day and that he has protected the explorer's legacy. The event featured a marble replica of the Christopher Columbus statue that was toppled in Baltimore in 2020, which was installed on White House grounds earlier this year. Trump's popularity has slipped among nearly every demographic group due to surging fuel prices and the ongoing war with Iran, making the event a strategic move to court Italian Americans.

via The Independent|
#columbus-day#donald-trump#italian-americans
House Democrats rely on veteran leaders to shape 2026 legislative priorities
politics2 days ago

House Democrats rely on veteran leaders to shape 2026 legislative priorities

House Democrats are consolidating their 2026 agenda under experienced leadership, prioritizing a broad platform that includes repealing Medicaid cuts, restoring ACA tax credits, and reversing tariffs. This strategy aims to secure a large majority to protect Speaker Hakeem Jeffries from internal fractures, despite recent defections by centrist members who voted with Republicans on procedural rules.

via AP News|
#2026-midterms#congressional-leadership#house-democrats
Democrats Outline Eight-Point Investigation Strategy for Post-Midterm Congress
politics2 days ago

Democrats Outline Eight-Point Investigation Strategy for Post-Midterm Congress

If Democrats win the 2026 midterms, they plan to use subpoena power to investigate eight major areas, including Trump family business dealings, crypto profits, and the Epstein files. Key figures like Hakeem Jeffries and Robert Garcia have detailed specific demands for documents and testimony, signaling a shift from passive requests to active enforcement. The strategy prioritizes accountability over immediate impeachment, though that remains a potential option.

via The Guardian|
#2026-midterms#congressional-oversight#ethics-investigations
Army Report Blames Systemic Failures in D.C. Crash, Ignoring Pilot Error
us-politics3 days ago

Army Report Blames Systemic Failures in D.C. Crash, Ignoring Pilot Error

A 50-page Army report released on October 8, 2026, concludes that systemic training and technology failures contributed to the January 2025 midair collision near Reagan National Airport that killed 67 people. While the report recommends mandatory location-broadcasting technology, it differs from the NTSB by blaming air traffic controllers rather than the helicopter crew for the collision.

via The New York Times|
#aviation-safety#congress#ntsb
Collins and Jackson Clash Over Iran War and Kavanaugh in Heated Maine Debate
us-politics3 days ago

Collins and Jackson Clash Over Iran War and Kavanaugh in Heated Maine Debate

In the second of four scheduled debates, Maine Senator Susan Collins and Democratic challenger Troy Jackson engaged in a heated exchange centered on President Trump’s policies, the Iran war, and abortion rights. While Collins emphasized her independence from the White House and her role in securing federal funds for Maine, Jackson accused her of enabling Trump’s agenda and profiting from the Iran conflict. The race remains neck-and-neck, with polls indicating it could determine Senate control. The candidates are scheduled to debate two more times next week.

via The New York Times|
#2026-midterms#iran-war#maine-senate-race