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Immigration

Alligator Alcatraz: Inside the Everglades Detention Center

Sunset aerial view of an Everglades detention camp fenced with barbed wire and a lone alligator swimming in marshland, with bold text “INSIDE ALLIGATOR ALCATRAZ” across the orange sky.

Ever since its announcement in June 2025, Alligator Alcatraz has captured headlines as the Everglades’ latest—and most controversial—immigration detention center. Dubbed a “one-stop shop” for expedited processing and deportation, the facility is designed to leverage Florida’s famous wetlands and wildlife as natural security measures. In this article, we’ll dive into what Alligator Alcatraz is, how it operates, the debates it’s sparked, and what comes next. Stay informed about this evolving story

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Politics

Elon Musk Leaves Trump Administration Before X Feud

Elon Musk and Donald Trump face each other with a white 'X' between them, under the bold text 'MUSK DEPARTS TRUMP ADMINISTRATION' on a dark blue background.

Elon Musk officially stepped down from his role as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) at the end of May 2025, citing fundamental disagreements with President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” and his administration’s direction. Musk had joined the Trump administration in January to lead DOGE, an initiative aimed at cutting federal spending and modernizing government processes. Just days after Musk’s departure, a highly publicized Musk Trump Twitter exchange erupted, mar

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Politics

Trump Tariffs Ruled Illegal: What It Means for U.S. Trade and Consumers

Former President Donald Trump in front of a U.S. flag and tariff chart, with bold text stating “Trump’s Tariffs Ruled Illegal” highlighting the recent court ruling.

Court Blocks Trump's Sweeping Tariffs On May 28, 2025, the U.S. Court of International Trade ruled that President Donald Trump exceeded his authority by imposing broad tariffs on imports from trade partners. The court determined that the Constitution grants Congress, not the president, the exclusive power to regulate international commerce, rejecting the use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) for such tariffs. The court's decision delivered a blow to Trump's tariff-cente

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Politics

Trump Signs Take It Down Act to Fight Revenge Porn & Deepfakes

President Trump signs the Take It Down Act at the White House, joined by Melania Trump, officials, and supporters, in front of U.S. flags during the signing ceremony.

What is the Take It Down Act? In a significant move to safeguard digital privacy, President Trump has signed the Take It Down Act into law, addressing the critical issue of nonconsensual intimate imagery, commonly known as revenge porn. This landmark federal legislation also targets the emerging threat posed by AI-generated deepfake videos. Why the New Law Matters Previously, victims faced daunting hurdles trying to remove intimate images or deepfake content online. With this new federal cri

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Public Figures

Joe Biden's Prostate Cancer Diagnosis: What It Means

President Joe Biden wearing a dark blue suit and blue tie stands in front of a purple background with a cancer awareness ribbon, symbolizing his fight against cancer.

Joe Biden's Health Update: Prostate Cancer Diagnosis On May 19, 2025, former U.S. President Joe Biden, aged 82, publicly announced his diagnosis of an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones. The diagnosis followed medical evaluations prompted by urinary symptoms, leading to the discovery of a high-grade tumor with a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5). Despite the severity, the cancer is hormone-sensitive, offering potential for effective treatment options. In a h

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Immigration

DHS Considers Reality Show Where Immigrants Compete for Citizenship

Three diverse contestants on a game show stage press red buzzers with shocked expressions, standing before a large American flag backdrop and a blurred audience.

A Shocking Pitch: Turning Immigration Into Entertainment? In an unexpected twist that’s sparking national debate, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is reportedly reviewing a pitch for a reality television show in which undocumented immigrants would compete for a chance to win American citizenship. The proposed show—tentatively titled “The American”—was submitted by Canadian TV producer Rob Worsoff, known for his work on shows like Duck Dynasty. According to the pitch, twelve immig

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Politics

Amazon Faces White House Backlash Over Tariff Price Display Plan

Amazon shipping box with a bold “TARIFF” sticker beside a judge’s gavel, set against a blurred White House backdrop.

What Sparked the Controversy? Last week a Punchbowl News scoop claimed Amazon was preparing to show the exact cost of new import tariffs next to product prices on its bargain site, Haul. The White House reacted within hours: press secretary Karoline Leavitt called the idea “a hostile and political act.” President Trump personally phoned Jeff Bezos, saying the Amazon founder was “very nice” and agreed to scrap the plan after their chat. Amazon insists the label was only an internal discussion,

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Immigration

$1,000 Self‑Deportation Program: How Trump’s Voluntary Departure Incentive Works

Silhouette of a departing traveler in an airport, with a phone showing “CBP Self‑Deportation,” U.S. passport and $100 bills against an American‑flag window backdrop

The new “Voluntary Self‑Deportation Stipend” was announced by DHS and endorsed by President Trump on May 5. Migrants who depart through the CBP Home app receive a one‑time US$1,000 payment after officials confirm their exit. DHS will also fund basic airfare or bus tickets to the applicant’s home country. Key Features  * Fast‑track approval in as little as 10 days. * No formal removal order, avoiding a 10‑year re‑entry bar common in standard deportations. * Possible future visa eligibility,

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