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fromEsquire
6 days ago

The January 6 Crazies Are Now Suing the Cops Who Tried to Stop Them

Several individuals present during the January 6 insurrection are suing police for damages related to injuries sustained during the event.
fromBoston.com
1 week 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.
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Washington DC
fromBoston.com
1 week 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.
#jack-smith
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fromEsquire
2 weeks ago

Jack Smith Was onto Something-and Republicans Know It

Jack Smith's investigation revealed connections between Trump allies and co-conspirators in election interference efforts.
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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.
#january-6
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago
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Thomas Massie Accuses FBI of Arresting Wrong Man in Jan 6 Pipe Bomb Case Citing Analysis of Outlet That Made False Accusation

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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Thomas Massie Accuses FBI of Arresting Wrong Man in Jan 6 Pipe Bomb Case Citing Analysis of Outlet That Made False Accusation

Rep. Thomas Massie claims the FBI arrested the wrong person in the January 6 pipe bomb case, citing new analysis of physical differences.
fromPoynter
4 weeks ago

A correspondent known for his Jan. 6 coverage becomes the latest to leave CBS News - Poynter

To my incredible colleagues at CBS: I want to personally let you know that my work will soon no longer appear on CBS News. This is my decision, and I appreciate the bosses at CBS for understanding it. I will always value the opportunity I had to work alongside the talented and committed professionals here. For the next phase of my career, I look forward to some independence and finding new spaces to share my work in line with my personal goals.
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NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Gracie Mansion mayhem: Pardoned Jan. 6 rioter's bigoted protest sparks outrage and violent clashes | amNewYork

Far-right influencer Jake Lang organized a hateful demonstration against New York's Muslim community at Gracie Mansion, resulting in violent clashes with counter-protesters and multiple arrests.
Washington DC
fromWIRED
4 weeks ago

They Helped Plan the January 6 Rally. Now Their Events Company Is Raking in Millions in Government Contracts

Event Strategies, a Virginia firm linked to the January 6 rally, secured over $26 million in government contracts since Trump's return, including a potential $100 million GSA deal, with minimal competition.
Washington DC
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

It's the Symbol of MAGA Washington. All Is Not As It Seems.

Butterworth's bistro near the Capitol has become the emblematic gathering place for Trump administration staff and MAGA supporters in Washington's second term.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago

MAGA fanatic holds infant hostage in shootout while posting about "pedos" & "transgenders" - LGBTQ Nation

Now they're trying to arrest me simply because I do not believe in gay rights and abortion. I had the cops called on me. A SWAT team showed up, and I'm now engaged in a shootout. My state has been the number one abortion and gay rights state in the entire country and I've been segregated against for my beliefs.
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fromAdvocate.com
4 weeks ago

CBS News justice correspondent who covered January 6 flees network for 'some independence'

Scott MacFarlane, CBS News's justice correspondent known for covering January 6 prosecutions, is leaving the network after five years to pursue independent work.
fromCrooks and Liars
1 month ago

'You're Running Hot': J6er Shocks Alex Jones By Calling For Death Of Zohran Mamdani

I stand by our commander-in-chief. Now that we've engaged with the enemy, it's time for total decimation. I love seeing the Muslims being absolutely dominated by the American forces in the Middle East. It shows the warring Christians are stronger than the weak Muslims.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

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

Zapata admitted he had tunnel vision as he frantically searched for a suspect. Zapata and other police officers who gathered on Tanglewood drive did eventually find five people who were at Prairieland that night, though they were not what they expected. While they were wearing dark clothing, none of them were running, or carrying a rifle instead they were walking calmly along toward the police vehicles.
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fromemptywheel
1 month ago

Jacob Winckler Got Charged for His Cat Toy because Charlie Kirk Died - emptywheel

An unhoused man was acquitted of attempting to blind Marine Force One pilots after a Secret Service officer admitted he never actually observed where the laser pointer was aimed, relying instead on assumptions and feelings.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

MAGA Protester Crashes Stage at Anti-SOTU to Heckle Immigrant Guest Gets Dragged Away Instantly

Not one more dime for the Department of Homeland Security until they start following the law in this country! Fereshteh came to this country over a decade ago coming to the United States from a refugee camp. She told me just off stage that this is the moment, this is reason that she came here to the U.S. to speak truth to power.
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fromWIRED
2 months ago

Trump Doesn't Need the Proud Boys Anymore

Trump's militarization of ICE, Border Patrol, and embrace of white nationalist rhetoric has sidelined the Proud Boys, reducing street mobilization and driving online hostility.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Rioter convicted for carrying Pelosi's podium seeks Florida county office

Adam Johnson, who carried Nancy Pelosi's podium during the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, filed to run as a Republican for Manatee County Commission.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

You Sick B*stard!' Capitol Cop Gets Right in the Face of Jan. 6 Supporter in Wild Scene at Jack Smith Hearing

At Thursday's hearing, Fanone, who was at the Capitol on duty during the January 6 riot, was filmed during a break confronting Ivan Raiklin. At one point, Fanone was held back by multiple people, including fellow former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn. Raiklin is a 2020 election conspiracy theorist and a vocal supporter of the January 6 Capitol rioters. Footage from multiple angles on Thursday found Fanone and Raiklin exchanging words before Fanone walked towards Raiklin and called him a traitor to this country.
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#january-6-attack
#jeffrey-epstein
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fromwww.dw.com
2 months 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.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Attacks MTG Day After She Said His Rhetoric Led to 700 Death Threats Against Her and Her Kids

Donald Trump criticized Marjorie Taylor Greene and signaled plans to endorse a replacement while Greene reported receiving hundreds of death threats after his attacks.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Go F*ck Yourself!' Jan. 6 Cop Fanone Snipes at Republican Mid-Hearing Over Attack on Capitol Police Leadership

Jan. 6 officers demand accountability while Republican lawmakers blamed Capitol leadership, prompting audible confrontations and insults during a House hearing.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

IT'S F*CKED UP!' Alex Jones Turns on Trump Over Epstein Cover-Up Death Spiral'

Alex Jones called for ouster of officials linked to Jeffrey Epstein and argued political loyalty cannot justify covering up alleged crimes.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 months ago

MAGA organizer calls for 500,000 people to be "possibly killed" in response to Charlie Kirk murder - LGBTQ Nation

Ali Alexander urged using state power to silence political opponents and called for mass arrests, trials, and possible killings after Charlie Kirk's death.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Jan. 6 Cop Harry Dunn Praises CNN's Jake Tapper For Smackdown With Trump DHS Chief Noem

Like, platforming people and giving them the space to say their point, and just that is problematic. But when you go up there and you let somebody basically say all the dumb sh*t out their mouth, and then you tell them why you're 100% wrong, that's good. I like action. That's what I think I feel like you're modeling good behavior.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Letters: Trump's White House can't change truth of Jan. 6 insurrection

We all saw what happened on Jan. 6, 2021. Donald Trump urged his followers to prevent the lawful transfer of presidential power, even though he lost the 2020 election by 7 million votes. He was immediately impeached for this. A majority (57 percent) of the U.S. Senate, including seven Republicans, voted to convict Trump and banish him from office forever.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Alyssa Farah Griffin Warns of Tremendous Clashes' if Trump Takes Extreme Step' of Invoking the Insurrection Act

Invoking the Insurrection Act to federalize troops in Minneapolis risks extreme consequences and represents the most severe presidential step to suppress domestic protests.
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fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

There's a Direct Line Between MAGA Content Creators and the ICE Shooting in Minneapolis

An ICE officer shot and killed Renee Nicole Good in south Minneapolis; misleading viral reporting and official failures amplified false narratives and obstructed accountability.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Mark Kelly Announces He's Suing Defense Sec Pete Hegseth

Sen. Mark Kelly filed a civil lawsuit against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for initiating an administrative action to cut Kelly's pension and strip his military rank.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

The 5 Most Salacious Tidbits From the Bombshell Kyrsten Sinema Homewrecker Lawsuit

Kyrsten Sinema is accused of seducing a married bodyguard, prompting an alien of affection lawsuit seeking $25,000.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

This Is a Huge Shift!' Mediaite's Luke Touma Explains Why James Talarico Is Being Cancelled' by MAGA

Shortly after the progressive candidate appeared on The View earlier this month, FCC Chair Brendan Carr confirmed that he's opening an investigation into the ABC show, telling Laura Ingraham, the days that these legacy media broadcasters get to decide what we can say, what we can think, who we can vote for are over. ABC hasn't publicly commented on the action.
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