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fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Mass. man charged with threatening to kill Trump, 'hang him from the Statue of Liberty'

Emerald was indicted on eight counts of interstate transmission of threatening communications, with allegations of making repeated threats on Facebook to kill and injure President Donald Trump.
US news
Toronto startup
fromHigh Country News
3 days ago

What a bombing in Nevada reveals about the nation's appetite for violence - High Country News

A man detonated a Cybertruck filled with fireworks outside Trump International Hotel, resulting in his death and injuries to six others.
#first-amendment
fromemptywheel
2 months ago
US politics

DHS Assaulting Protesters Because Goons Believe They Are "Vicious, Horrible People" - emptywheel

US politics
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 day ago

The FAA's "Temporary" Flight Restriction for Drones is a Blatant Attempt to Criminalize Filming ICE

The Trump administration's flight restriction limits the First Amendment right to record law enforcement using drones near ICE and CBP vehicles.
fromemptywheel
2 months ago
US politics

DHS Assaulting Protesters Because Goons Believe They Are "Vicious, Horrible People" - emptywheel

France news
fromThe Local France
2 days ago

Far-right 'terror risk' prompts Paris police to ban Muslim gathering

Paris police banned a Muslim gathering due to significant terrorist risks and potential disruption by far-right groups.
Upper West Side
fromGothamist
3 days ago

The pipe bomber next door: Westchester man charged with menacing neighbors with blasts

A man was arrested for making pipe bombs in his apartment after neighbors reported loud explosions.
Social media marketing
fromWIRED
4 days ago

The New Era of Militia Influencers

The rise of social media influencers is reshaping the American militia movement, focusing on tactical gear and online presence over traditional activism.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Overwhelmed' Prevent at risk of missing threats as referrals rise, UK counter-terror chief says

Prevent scheme faces overwhelming referrals, risking identification of genuine threats due to increased volume and lack of triage system.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Trans activist tests bathroom ban by defying it in front of Capitol Police - LGBTQ Nation

Samantha Boucher tested Kansas' trans bathroom ban on Trans Day of Visibility, highlighting enforcement challenges and advocating for trans rights.
Washington DC
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Mass. man pleads guilty to plotting to assassinate Trump Cabinet member

A South Deerfield man pleaded guilty to charges related to a plot to assassinate a Trump Cabinet nominee at the U.S. Capitol.
SF parents
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Mass. man sentenced for online threats to public figures, children, elementary school

A Wilbraham man was sentenced to 32 months in prison for making violent threats against public officials, children, and a local school.
#nerdeen-kiswani
NYC politics
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
3 days ago

Lawyers for NYC Palestinian activist targeted in firebomb plot call for broader probe - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Lawyers for Nerdeen Kiswani seek justice beyond the arrested suspect, highlighting broader threats against her as a pro-Palestinian activist.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

After foiled firebomb plot at Palestinian activist's home, her lawyers call for broader probe | amNewYork

Nerdeen Kiswani's legal team plans to pursue further action against those creating threats against her beyond the arrested suspect in a foiled attack.
NYC politics
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
3 days ago

Lawyers for NYC Palestinian activist targeted in firebomb plot call for broader probe - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Lawyers for Nerdeen Kiswani seek justice beyond the arrested suspect, highlighting broader threats against her as a pro-Palestinian activist.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

After foiled firebomb plot at Palestinian activist's home, her lawyers call for broader probe | amNewYork

Nerdeen Kiswani's legal team plans to pursue further action against those creating threats against her beyond the arrested suspect in a foiled attack.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Alleged Bondi terrorist Naveed Akram denied suppression order over identities of family members

The Bondi attacker was denied a suppression order for family member details due to insufficient exceptional circumstances.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Irrelevant?' Justice Alito Grills ACLU Lawyer Over Key Precedent in Citizenship Case

Ask any American what our citizenship rule is and they'll tell you, everyone born here is a citizen alike. That rule was enshrined in the 14th Amendment to put it out of reach of any government official to destroy.
Social justice
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Social media influencers fuelling violent extremism', MPs warn

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for regulatory scrutiny of social media to combat extremism.
Mission District
fromWIRED
5 days ago

Opposing ICE Might Save the Country. It Could Also Ruin Your Life

Rafael Concepcion has dedicated himself to creating tools to resist federal immigration enforcement after witnessing the impact on his community.
#fbi
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Fired FBI Agents Cite Todd Blanche's CPAC Boast in New Class Action Suit

Former FBI agents filed a lawsuit alleging politically motivated firings by bureau leadership, claiming due process was denied based on perceived political affiliation.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump cases sue agency and DoJ over firings

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their work on Trump-related investigations, seeking to represent others fired for political reasons.
SF politics
fromRaw Story
5 days ago

FBI director Kash Patel hit with legal action for move to dig up dirt on Dem

Rep. Eric Swalwell has sent a cease-and-desist letter to the FBI regarding potential release of files related to a suspected Chinese spy.
#hezbollah
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Michigan synagogue attacker was inspired by Hezbollah, FBI says

Ayman Ghazali attacked a Michigan synagogue, inspired by Hezbollah, expressing intent to kill Jews before the act.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
Right-wing politics

FBI: Hezbollah-Inspired' Attacker Plowed Truck Into Synagogue After Web Searches for Largest Gathering of Israelis in Michigan'

US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Michigan synagogue attacker was inspired by Hezbollah, FBI says

Ayman Ghazali attacked a Michigan synagogue, inspired by Hezbollah, expressing intent to kill Jews before the act.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
Right-wing politics

FBI: Hezbollah-Inspired' Attacker Plowed Truck Into Synagogue After Web Searches for Largest Gathering of Israelis in Michigan'

US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

'Amateur hour at the U.S. attorney's office': L.A. prosecutors face more losses in protest cases

Prosecutors faced significant challenges in two separate trials for assault on federal officers in Los Angeles, with one case potentially dismissed due to discovery issues.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Anti-terrorist programme Prevent outdated and inadequately prepared', report finds

The Prevent anti-terrorism programme is outdated and needs a comprehensive reset to address modern extremist challenges effectively.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago

National Security Starts at Home - Not on the Battlefield

National security relies on enduring internal capacity rather than just accumulated hard power or visible instruments of power.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

As DOJ prepares to share state voter data with DHS, a key privacy officer resigns

The DOJ is acquiring sensitive voter registration data, raising privacy concerns, as a key privacy officer resigns amid ongoing legal challenges.
#ice
US politics
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

ICE says it bought Paragon's spyware to use in drug trafficking cases | TechCrunch

ICE has utilized spyware from Paragon Solutions to combat drug trafficking and foreign terrorist organizations' use of encrypted communications.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago

Bondi's post-Oct. 7 terrorism task force falters after initial fanfare

The Oct. 7 task force has lost resources and effectiveness in investigating terrorism and antisemitic attacks since its inception.
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks ago

What Counts As Domestic Terrorism in Trump's America?

The DOJ initiated a crackdown on antifa following the murder of Charlie Kirk, leading to terrorism charges against activists linked to the group.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Terrorism arrests rose 1,114% last year - so why aren't the security services more alarmed? | Zoe Williams

Terrorism arrest statistics in 2025 show a 1,114% increase to 3,034 arrests, primarily from Palestine Action protests, excluded from official figures pending judicial review.
#terrorism
NYC parents
fromFox News
3 weeks ago

Mysterious calls placed from NYC terror suspect family's home hours after alleged ISIS-inspired attack

Three emergency calls were made from a terror suspect's Pennsylvania home after a foiled NYC attack involving explosive devices thrown at a mayor's residence.
France news
fromThe Local France
3 weeks ago

Two brothers arrested in France over 'deadly and antisemitic' plot

Two brothers arrested in France for planning a deadly antisemitic terror attack inspired by Islamic State ideology and jihadist propaganda.
NYC politics
fromFox News
3 weeks ago

Pennsylvania men accused of ISIS-inspired bomb attack on NYC protesters near mayor's mansion: timeline

Two Pennsylvania men allegedly transported homemade bombs to New York City and threw them at protesters and police on March 7, with both devices failing to detonate.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

The Peculiar State of Islamic Terror in America

Two men threw homemade bombs at an anti-Muslim demonstration outside NYC's mayor's home, claiming ISIS inspiration, though no direct terrorist group connection was established.
fromFortune
3 weeks ago
US politics

'ISIS': Two New York teenagers arrested for throwing handmade explosives at anti-Islam protesters have disturbing inspiration, authorities say | Fortune

NYC parents
fromFox News
3 weeks ago

Mysterious calls placed from NYC terror suspect family's home hours after alleged ISIS-inspired attack

Three emergency calls were made from a terror suspect's Pennsylvania home after a foiled NYC attack involving explosive devices thrown at a mayor's residence.
France news
fromThe Local France
3 weeks ago

Two brothers arrested in France over 'deadly and antisemitic' plot

Two brothers arrested in France for planning a deadly antisemitic terror attack inspired by Islamic State ideology and jihadist propaganda.
NYC politics
fromFox News
3 weeks ago

Pennsylvania men accused of ISIS-inspired bomb attack on NYC protesters near mayor's mansion: timeline

Two Pennsylvania men allegedly transported homemade bombs to New York City and threw them at protesters and police on March 7, with both devices failing to detonate.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

The Peculiar State of Islamic Terror in America

Two men threw homemade bombs at an anti-Muslim demonstration outside NYC's mayor's home, claiming ISIS inspiration, though no direct terrorist group connection was established.
fromFortune
3 weeks ago
US politics

'ISIS': Two New York teenagers arrested for throwing handmade explosives at anti-Islam protesters have disturbing inspiration, authorities say | Fortune

Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Justice department drops charges against veteran who burned US flag

The Department of Justice dropped charges against a military veteran prosecuted for burning an American flag in protest, citing First Amendment protections that have been constitutional since 1989.
#dhs
US politics
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago

DHS Is Still Shut Down Because Extremists Own Mike Johnson

The Department of Homeland Security faces the longest partial government shutdown in U.S. history due to congressional disagreements over funding and immigration enforcement.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US politics

DHS Spox Dodges Twice When Asked if Alex Pretti is Still Being Labeled a Domestic Terrorist' in Testy Exchange On Fox News

fromEngadget
1 month ago
US politics

Homeland Security has reportedly sent out hundreds of subpoenas to identify ICE critics online

DHS has increasingly used administrative subpoenas to request identifying data from tech platforms for accounts posting anti-ICE content, and some companies complied.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US politics

DHS Says Protesters Won't Let Immigration Agents Pee in Peace: Simply Trying to Take Bathroom Breaks'

Border Patrol and ICE agents in Minneapolis–St. Paul faced harassment, obstruction, assaults, and impeded restroom access during a targeted enforcement operation.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago

DHS Is Still Shut Down Because Extremists Own Mike Johnson

The Department of Homeland Security faces the longest partial government shutdown in U.S. history due to congressional disagreements over funding and immigration enforcement.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US politics

DHS Spox Dodges Twice When Asked if Alex Pretti is Still Being Labeled a Domestic Terrorist' in Testy Exchange On Fox News

fromEngadget
1 month ago
US politics

Homeland Security has reportedly sent out hundreds of subpoenas to identify ICE critics online

#terrorism-charges
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

U.S. terrorism case against former Ont. student includes 'classified' national security material | CBC News

fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

US: Investigators looking at ISIS motive in NY bomb attack

Two men were arraigned on terrorism charges after throwing improvised explosive devices at far-right protesters outside NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence during a Christian nationalist anti-Islam demonstration.
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Gracie Mansion terror plot: Suspects who threw dud bombs at protesters in ISIS-inspired' attack face federal charges | amNewYork

Two suspects from Pennsylvania were arrested and face federal terrorism charges for allegedly throwing non-functional bombs at protesters outside Gracie Mansion during a March 7 demonstration.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

U.S. terrorism case against former Ont. student includes 'classified' national security material | CBC News

U.S. prosecutors are protecting classified national security material in their case against Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, a Pakistani citizen accused of plotting a shooting attack targeting Jews in New York.
NYC politics
fromThe Philadelphia Tribune
3 weeks ago

Men who brought explosives to NYC protest cited Islamic State as inspiration, complaint says

Two men arrested for bringing explosives to a New York City mayoral mansion protest claimed Islamic State inspiration and face terrorism-related charges.
NYC politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

US: Investigators looking at ISIS motive in NY bomb attack

Two men were arraigned on terrorism charges after throwing improvised explosive devices at far-right protesters outside NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence during a Christian nationalist anti-Islam demonstration.
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Gracie Mansion terror plot: Suspects who threw dud bombs at protesters in ISIS-inspired' attack face federal charges | amNewYork

Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Jury Convicts 8 in Texas Case Tied to Trump's War Against "Antifa"

A federal jury convicted eight protesters of domestic terrorism for wearing black at an ICE facility protest where a police officer was shot, despite antifa being an unorganized group without legal designation authority.
#antifa-prosecution
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

US antifa trial tests limits of Trump administration's domestic terror claims

The first federal prosecution alleging left-wing demonstrators are part of a terrorist antifa cell raises concerns about government overreach, as antifa is a decentralized movement, not an organized group.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

US antifa trial tests limits of Trump administration's domestic terror claims

The first federal prosecution alleging left-wing demonstrators are part of a terrorist antifa cell raises concerns about government overreach, as antifa is a decentralized movement, not an organized group.
Austin
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

FBI Investigating Austin Shooting as Act of Terrorism

The FBI investigates an Austin mass shooting that killed three and injured 14 as terrorism, with the shooter identified as a 53-year-old naturalized Senegalese citizen wearing religious and Iranian flag clothing, occurring after a U.S.-Israeli strike killed Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei.
fromCalifornia Post
1 month ago

California teen at center of FBI terror probe over his chemistry set speaks out: 'Personal battle'

What my interest truly was in is in creating these molecules called Cubanes, which have a three-dimensional structure, which can be manipulated in a way to allow these molecules to bind directly and in an efficient and better way than people have bound these compounds ever before. And this has been a truly personal battle for me because I lost my aunt to cancer in 2020.
SF parents
Right-wing politics
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

U.S. faces elevated terrorism threats amid cuts at FBI and DOJ. 'So much experience has been decimated from the ranks' | Fortune

Recent terrorism attacks in New York, Michigan, and Virginia reveal heightened threats amid U.S.-Iran tensions and staffing shortages in federal counterterrorism agencies.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

FBI investigates attacks in Michigan and Virginia. And, Senate passes housing bill

Israel intensified military operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon with strikes on central Beirut, while Iran's new supreme leader vowed to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed and the U.S. confirmed military casualties in Iraq.
Austin
fromAxios
1 month ago

FBI investigating Austin mass shooting as potential terrorism

A shooting incident in Austin left 14 people hospitalized with three in critical condition; authorities are investigating it as a potential terrorism matter.
#terrorism-investigation
US news
fromFox News
3 weeks ago

Warrants served in New Jersey, Pennsylvania as feds look into possible NYC terrorism

Federal agents executed search warrants in New Jersey and Pennsylvania investigating explosive devices thrown during a New York City protest, with two suspects in custody.
fromDailycaller
3 weeks ago
US politics

FBI Reportedly Raids ISIS-Inspired Suspects' Homes, Says Bombs Thrown Outside Zohran Mamdani's Office

US news
fromFox News
3 weeks ago

Warrants served in New Jersey, Pennsylvania as feds look into possible NYC terrorism

Federal agents executed search warrants in New Jersey and Pennsylvania investigating explosive devices thrown during a New York City protest, with two suspects in custody.
fromDailycaller
3 weeks ago
US politics

FBI Reportedly Raids ISIS-Inspired Suspects' Homes, Says Bombs Thrown Outside Zohran Mamdani's Office

#improvised-explosive-device
NYC politics
fromwww.fox23.com
3 weeks ago

Counterprotester threw improvised explosive at anti-Islam event in NYC, police say

An improvised explosive device was thrown by a counterprotester at an anti-Islam demonstration in Manhattan, potentially causing serious injury or death before extinguishing itself near police officers.
NYC politics
fromScripps News
3 weeks ago

Counterprotester threw improvised explosive at anti-Islam event in NYC, police say

An improvised explosive device was thrown by a counterprotester at an anti-Islam demonstration in New York City, potentially causing serious injury or death.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

PREMIUM A terrorism label that comes before the facts can turn 'domestic terrorism' into a useless designation

Domestic terrorism legally requires demonstrated intent to intimidate or coerce; labeling incidents as terrorism should await investigation and disciplined analysis rather than rapid public pronouncements.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Murder not a crime of violence,' Federal judge rules in terrorism case

Federal judge ruled first-degree murder can encompass unintentional killings, so murder does not categorically qualify as a federal 'crime of violence' for certain charges.
NYC politics
fromUS News & World Report
3 weeks ago

Counterprotester Threw Improvised Explosive at Anti-Islam Event in NYC, Police Say

An improvised explosive device was thrown by a counterprotester at an anti-Islam demonstration in Manhattan, with a second suspicious device later discovered in the area.
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Immigration Officers Sweeping Protestors' Photos, License Plates and Personal Data Into Huge Database

During a confrontation with ICE agents, two legal observers had their faces scanned by a federal officer to include in a vague database. "We have a nice little database, and now you're considered domestic terrorists," the ICE agent said at the time. It wasn't clear at the moment whether the agent was bluffing. But now, new details reported by CNN reveal that Alex Pretti, the ICU nurse murdered by ICE agents in Minneapolis was indeed closely tracked by a border agent system before his killing.
Privacy technologies
Law
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

The Marathon Trial: An Assessment of FBI and NSA's Online Investigations

Dzhokhar Tsarnaev and his brother used TMobile phones and linked social accounts, raising questions about NSA dragnet coverage and investigative connection methods.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Man Who Threatened Trump Charges With Trying To Kill Agents

An Oklahoma man faces federal charges for attempting to murder law enforcement officers and making online threats against President Trump and federal agents.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

There's Something Disturbing About This Fundraiser for the ICE Shooter

A GiveSendGo fundraiser for ICE agent Jonathan Ross contains explicit white supremacist content and illustrates extremist support within conservative crowdfunding networks.
US news
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

NYPD's Spooks Didn't Find Two of the Most Significant Terrorists to Attempt Attacks on NYC

The NYPD built a secret intelligence unit targeting Muslim communities, using Israeli-derived mapping, informants in mosques, shredded records, and unofficial CIA links.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Boy planning terrorist acts wanted white supremacist utopia', Leeds court told

A 16-year-old from Northumberland allegedly prepared white supremacist terrorism, collecting weapons, explosives and extremist materials while affiliating with a banned neo-Nazi group.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Wakefield man sentenced for plot to support ISIS with gift cards

Mateo Ventura, 21, was arrested and charged in a complaint on June 8, 2023, and pleaded guilty to one count of concealment of financing of terrorism on Oct. 15. Ventura was convicted of providing multiple electronic gift cards to an individual he believed was an ISIS operative, intending that they be sold on the dark web for under face value with the profits being used to support ISIS.
US news
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Is DOJ Trying To Blow The DNC Pipe Bomb Case? - Above the Law

Brian Cole Jr., the alleged DNC pipe bomber, was arrested December 4, 2025 amid a politically charged, chaotic DOJ investigation and criticized prosecution handling.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

The Definition of Domestic Terrorism': Fox News Analyst Pushes Trump to Invoke Insurrection Act Against Anti-ICE Radicals'

Calls urged invoking the Insurrection Act to confront anti-ICE activists accused of using violence to subvert federal immigration law after two shootings.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Gessen: State terror has arrived in the United States

After the past three weeks of brutality in Minneapolis, it should no longer be possible to say that the Trump administration seeks merely to govern this nation. It seeks to reduce us all to a state of constant fear a fear of violence from which some people may at a given moment be spared, but from which no one will ever be truly safe. That is our new national reality. State terror has arrived.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

I Don't Know How We Recover From This': Trump Officials Reportedly Worried About Quick Claims of Domestic Terrorism'

Top administration officials quickly labeled the ICE shooting of Renee Good domestic terrorism, prompting internal concern that politicized rhetoric could undermine the investigation.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Frightening, Very Real Tool ICE Agents Have to Add You to a "Nice Little Database" if You Attend a Protest

Federal agencies, led by DHS, have expanded use of administrative subpoena power to access individuals' information and track protesters without judicial oversight.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The criminalizing of protest and dissent has a long history in America

Federal immigration agents increasingly label protesters and observers as domestic terrorists and prosecutors file charges against victims, using force and Section 111 to criminalize dissent.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

US: Would-be Trump assassin gets life without parole

Ryan Routh received life without parole for attempting to assassinate Donald Trump, found guilty on multiple federal charges after planning the attack.
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

Is Carmen Ortiz Subjecting Dzhokhar Tsarnaev to Solitary To Prevent Him from Learning about Developments in Florida?

Josh Gerstein provides a good overview of the SAMs, but they basically amount to inching Dzhokhar closer to full solitary confinement, as well as reviewing even legal materials his lawyers bring into the prison and prohibiting lawyers and other defense staff from passing on messages from third parties. The big question is why they're doing this. The government's excuses - that Dzhokhar employed "tradecraft" by (in part) throwing away a detonator in the trashcan outside of Gerry's Italian Kitchen,
US politics
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Homeland Security reportedly sent hundreds of subpoenas seeking to unmask anti-ICE accounts | TechCrunch

DHS increasingly uses administrative subpoenas to compel tech platforms to identify anonymous social media accounts that criticize ICE or reveal locations of ICE agents.
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