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Saturday, September 12, 2026
3 hours ago
Crime
Election Integrity
News

Three Charged for Using Homeless to Forge Voter Signatures in LA.

A federal indictment charges James Brass and two associates with identity fraud in a scheme involving Skid Row homeless and stolen voter identities.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: Three people have been federally charged in an alleged scheme to pay homeless people on Los Angeles’ Skid Row to forge the signatures of registered voters on ballot petitions, according to federal prosecutors. James Brass, 47, was charged alongside Courtney Price, 49, and Jateisha Herron, 33, after prosecutors alleged the group used stolen voter identities to qualify initiatives for California ballots.
📺 DETAIL: All three defendants face a conspiracy charge involving identity fraud in furtherance of a state felony, while Brass and Price face additional identity fraud charges. First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli vowed that federal authorities would prosecute those involved in corrupting elections. The indictment follows a March undercover investigation by independent journalist James O’Keefe, whose footage appeared to show petition circulators paying homeless people to forge the signatures of real voters on Skid Row. O’Keefe’s investigation showed circulators providing names and addresses of registered voters and directing homeless people on what information to write, with the alleged forgeries potentially occurring thousands of times. The case also follows the May guilty plea agreement of California woman Brenda Lee Brown Armstrong, who admitted to paying homeless people on Skid Row to register to vote as part of a paid signature-gathering operation.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “The charged conduct undermines the confidence voters have in our election systems. We will vigorously investigate and charge anyone involved in corrupting our elections.” – Bill Essayli
🎯 IMPACT: The case will fuel further concerns about the integrity of California’s ballot-initiative process, particularly if prosecutors establish that real voters’ identities were systematically misused to manufacture petition signatures. It also gives election integrity advocates fresh evidence to argue that weak safeguards in signature-gathering and voter-registration systems can be exploited, increasing pressure for stronger verification requirements.

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A federal indictment charges James Brass and two associates with identity fraud in a scheme involving Skid Row homeless and stolen voter identities.

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3 hours ago
News
TECH

State AG Sues Netflix for Tracking, Selling Children’s Data.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has filed a lawsuit accusing Netflix of misleading consumers and exploiting children’s data for advertising purposes.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has sued Netflix, accusing the streaming giant of tracking children’s data and using the information to support its advertising business. The lawsuit alleges Netflix misled consumers by presenting itself as an ad-free service and claiming it would limit the collection and integration of user information. According to the complaint, Netflix had spent years accumulating consumer data and developing behavioral-surveillance systems that were eventually used after the company launched its advertising business in November 2022.
📺 DETAIL: Uthmeier said parents, rather than major technology companies, should control how their children’s privacy is protected. Netflix rejected the allegations, saying it takes member privacy seriously, complies with applicable data-protection laws, and maintains safeguards for children using the platform.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “This lawsuit is about parents, because it’s parents who should oversee the privacy of their kids, not a big tech company that’s profiting despite public safety.” – Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier
🎯 IMPACT: If successful, the lawsuit could force Netflix to alter its advertising model. It also highlights growing concerns over the exploitation of children’s data by major tech platforms. It comes amid broader scrutiny of technology companies over the safety and privacy of minors, including a case brought against Roblox alleging that its platform exposed children to predators while emphasizing its commitment to protecting young users. Roblox, which reported 151 million daily active users in its third quarter and nearly 400 million monthly users, has said roughly 40 percent of its users are under 13.

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4 hours ago
Crime
Immigration

Previously Deported Illegal Charged Over Fatal DUI Crash.

A previously deported illegal immigrant is accused of causing a fatal crash in Ohio, reigniting concerns over border security and illegal reentry into the U.S.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: A previously deported Mexican allegedly drove under the influence before losing control of his SUV and crashing into an oncoming vehicle, killing a newly engaged 23-year-old Ohio teacher, authorities said. Alvaro Uribe-Gonzalez, 33, faces aggravated vehicular homicide, DUI, and driving without a valid license in connection with the crash on U.S. Route 33 in Fairfield County that killed Cameron Lyon and seriously injured Lyon’s fiancée, Abrielle Kerns.
📺 DETAIL: According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Uribe-Gonzalez’s GMC Terrain left the roadway, and he allegedly overcorrected before crossing into westbound traffic and overturning into Lyon’s Chevrolet Trax, which then caught fire. Lyon was treated at the scene but died shortly afterward, while Uribe-Gonzalez suffered minor injuries. Federal officials said Uribe-Gonzalez first illegally entered the U.S. through Texas in January 2020, was ordered removed by an immigration judge, and deported to Mexico in April of that year before allegedly reentering the country illegally at an unknown date and location. U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) subsequently lodged a detainer with the Fairfield County Jail, requesting custody of Uribe-Gonzalez following his criminal proceedings. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said Lyon’s death was preventable and that the suspect “never should have been in our country.” 
🎯 IMPACT: The case is likely to intensify debate over illegal reentry and immigration enforcement, particularly because the suspect had previously been deported.

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A previously deported illegal immigrant is accused of causing a fatal crash in Ohio, reigniting concerns over border security and illegal reentry into the U.S.

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6 hours ago
Crime
Immigration
News

RFK Jr. Blasts Democrats for Turning Federal Government Into a ‘Collaborator in Child Trafficking.’

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. accused the Biden government of mishandling migrant children, linking it to increased risks of trafficking, during a speech at the GOP convention.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. accused the former Biden regime of turning the federal government into a massive child-trafficking operation during a speech Thursday at the Republican midterm convention in Dallas. Kennedy claimed that HHS had become a “collaborator in child trafficking for sex and for slavery” under Biden, saying the Trump administration had ended the practice.
📺 DETAIL: His remarks centered on federal data concerning roughly 300,000 unaccompanied migrant children who either did not appear for scheduled immigration court hearings or did not receive notices to appear. A 2024 Department of Homeland Security inspector general report found that more than 32,000 children failed to appear for immigration court hearings between fiscal years 2019 and 2023, while about 291,000 had not been issued notices to appear. The report warned that officials had no assurance the children were safe from trafficking, exploitation, or forced labor. Kennedy said the Trump administration is “very aggressively” searching for the children, framing the issue as part of its broader immigration agenda ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “During the Biden administration, HHS became a collaborator in child trafficking for sex and for slavery, and we have ended that.” – Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
🎯 IMPACT: Kennedy’s remarks reinforce the Trump administration’s broader argument that weaknesses in the Biden-era immigration system left children exposed to trafficking, exploitation, and other dangers, making child safety a central justification for tighter immigration enforcement.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. accused the Biden government of mishandling migrant children, linking it to increased risks of trafficking, during a speech at the GOP convention.

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8 hours ago
Economy
News

Core Inflation Surges, Increasing Likelihood of Fed Rate Hike.

Inflation ticked up in August, largely due to an increase in the price of gasoline, raising concerns about potential Federal Reserve action on interest rates.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: Consumer prices rose in August compared to July, according to new data from the Department of Labor.
📺 DETAIL: According to the new data released on Friday, consumer prices rose 0.4 percent in August, largely due to a 3.9 percent increase in gasoline prices, which surged 27.4 percent over the year. Meanwhile, grocery prices increased 2.2 percent, and electricity prices decreased 0.2 percent in August. Over the past year, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 3.4 percent, matching the annual rise reported in July. Core inflation, which excludes the price of food and energy, rose 0.3 percent over the month and 2.4 percent over the year. Core prices increased 2.4 percent over the past year, marking a slight slowdown from the previously recorded 2.5 percent annual increase. Economists forecast that the CPI would increase by 0.4 percent from the prior month and 3.4 percent from a year ago. Core prices were also expected to rise 0.2 percent for the month and 2.4 percent for the past year.
🎯 IMPACT: The higher-than-expected increase in core prices is likely to influence the Federal Reserve’s upcoming decision on interest rates. Rising energy costs and persistent inflation in key categories may pose challenges for policymakers aiming to balance economic growth and price stability. This coincides with a drop in consumer confidence among Americans. Last month, it was reported that confidence fell to 89.4 from 90.2 in July, marking its lowest level in seven months. While the new data show that an increase in gasoline prices has played an outsized role in overall price increases, core inflation is still rising, suggesting affordability concerns independent of the fallout from the ongoing Iran war and uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. These statistics reflect a broader problem of consumer sentiment, which declined to a record low of 49.8 in April, according to the University of Michigan’s Consumer Sentiment Index.

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Inflation ticked up in August, largely due to an increase in the price of gasoline, raising concerns about potential Federal Reserve action on interest rates.

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9 hours ago
News

U.S. Mint Releases 9/11 ‘Never Forget’ Commemorative Coin.

The United States Mint has released a new half-dollar coin honoring the nearly 3,000 lives lost in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks carried out by al-Qaeda.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: The U.S. Mint has announced a new half-dollar coin to honor the victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
📺 DETAIL: The coin features the phrases “NEVER FORGET” and “IN GOD WE TRUST.” The coin also includes the date “09-11-01” and a picture of Lady Liberty. The reverse side depicts Lady Liberty passing a blazing torch, accompanied by the phrases “E PLURIBUS UNUM,” “HALF DOLLAR,” and “KNOWLEDGE IS THE ONLY GUARDIAN OF TRUE LIBERTY.” The coin was announced on Thursday by Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent. According to the U.S. Mint’s website, the coins will be available in rolls of 20 for $40 and bags of 100 for $100. Struck at the Philadelphia Mint, the coins can be pre-ordered through September 25, with shipping expected to begin on December 3. “The United States Mint honors and remembers those who lost their lives as a result of the September 11 terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and in Shanksville, Pa. #NeverForget,” the U.S. Mint posted on X (formerly Twitter).
💬 KEY QUOTE: “As we approach the 25th anniversary of September 11, we honor the memory of those we lost and the courage of those who risked their lives to save their fellow Americans. A quarter century later, our promise to the victims and their families remains the same: we will never forget.” – Scott Bessent, Secretary of the Treasury.
🎯 IMPACT: This is not the first time that the U.S. Mint has issued a commemorative item for 9/11. For the 10th anniversary in 2011, the U.S. Mint released a one-ounce silver September 11 National Medal, which featured Lady Liberty holding a “Lamp of Remembrance” and the inscription “ALWAYS REMEMBER.” The 25th anniversary coin will serve as a reminder of the attacks for years to come. The announcement of the coin coincides with the 25th anniversary 9/11 memorial service.
📺 FLASHBACK: Earlier this month, the U.S. Mint released a $1 gold coin featuring an image of President Donald J. Trump to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.

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The United States Mint has released a new half-dollar coin honoring the nearly 3,000 lives lost in the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks carried out by al-Qaeda.

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10 hours ago
Health
News

Illnesses Caused by 9/11 Aftermath Have Claimed Triple the Lives Lost in the Attacks.

The 25th anniversary of 9/11 highlights the ongoing health crisis, with thousands of civilians and first responders still suffering from toxic exposure and many unaware of available federal programs.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: More than 9,500 people have now died from illnesses linked to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, more than three times the 2,977 people killed on the day itself, according to prominent 9/11 attorney Michael Barasch. Barasch, whose firm represents more than 40,000 victims and their families, said he personally loses roughly two clients each day to 9/11-related illnesses, underscoring that the attacks continue to claim lives a quarter-century later.
📺 DETAIL: As the nation marks the 25th anniversary of the attacks, Barasch warned that thousands of civilians exposed to toxic air in Lower Manhattan remain unaware they may qualify for federal health care and compensation, with only about 15 percent of eligible civilians enrolled. He said roughly 300,000 office workers, 50,000 students and teachers, and 25,000 residents were exposed to toxins after the attacks, while qualifying members can receive coverage for illnesses, including 69 cancers presumed to be connected to their exposure. Barasch also warned that a generation is growing up without firsthand memories of 9/11, noting that roughly 100 million Americans have been born since the attacks and that six recent scholarship recipients told him their schools had not taught them about the tragedy. The anniversary has also fueled tensions surrounding New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, with Barasch saying some 9/11 families are angry that he has not unequivocally condemned the terrorists responsible for the attacks.
🎯 IMPACT: The consequences of 9/11 extend far beyond the 2,977 lives lost on the day of the attacks, with thousands more dying from related illnesses and many civilians still unaware they may qualify for assistance. Barasch’s statements underscore the challenge of preserving the memory of 9/11 as a younger generation grows up, while renewed political disputes over the commemoration show how the attacks remain a deeply sensitive issue 25 years later.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “Over 9,500 people have now died of 9/11 illnesses. That’s three times as many who died on 9/11,” said Michael Barasch.
📺 FLASHBACK: The 9/11 attacks resulted in nearly 3,000 immediate deaths when al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked four planes, crashing two into New York’s Twin Towers, one into the Pentagon, and one into a Pennsylvania field after passengers stopped the hijackers from reaching their intended target.

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The 25th anniversary of 9/11 highlights the ongoing health crisis, with thousands of civilians and first responders still suffering from toxic exposure and many unaware of available federal programs.

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11 hours ago
Health
News
UK

Lawmakers Vote Down Euthanasia Bill.

British Members of Parliament (MPs) have voted against the introduction of “assisted dying” (euthanasia), citing safeguarding concerns and the state of palliative care.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: British MPs have voted against a landmark bill that would have introduced so-called “assisted dying,” a woke rebrand of assisted suicide, or euthanasia.
📺 DETAIL: On Friday, British MPs voted against the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, with 270 MPs voting for the bill while 286 MPs voted against. The bill would have allowed those aged 18 and older in England and Wales with an estimated six months or less to live to request assistance to end their own lives. Support and opposition cut across conventional party lines, as it was a free vote of conscience, in which MPs are not bound by the party political whipping system. Euthanasia has proven highly controversial due to concerns about safeguarding. Specifically, opponents of the bill have argued that the bill’s safeguarding requirements would not reliably detect coercion and abuse. Opponents of the proposal have also questioned the decision to introduce assisted dying while Britain’s palliative care system remains underfunded.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “Well done Parliament and congrats to all campaigners who have worked so hard for so long in defence of the most vulnerable. Now let’s fix palliative care.” — Danny Kruger, Reform UK MP for East Wiltshire, on X (formerly Twitter).
🎯 IMPACT: The results prevent the legalization of euthanasia. This represents a major blow to the campaigners who supported the bill. The decision to vote against assisted dying bucks a trend seen across multiple Western countries, with several opting to implement the controversial practice in recent years.
📺 FLASHBACK: Back in 2024, British MPs voted in favor of assisted dying by 330 votes to 275 at the Bill’s Second Reading. The Bill subsequently passed through several further stages in the House of Commons, but it ran out of parliamentary time while being reviewed by the House of Lords, the upper chamber of the Houses of Parliament. As a result, the Bill had to be reintroduced from the start of the process. When it was first introduced, Reform UK leader Nigel Farage voted against it. “I voted against the assisted dying bill, not out of a lack of compassion but because I fear that the law will widen in scope. If that happens, the right to die may become the obligation to die,” Farage posted on X at the time.

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British Members of Parliament (MPs) have voted against the introduction of "assisted dying" (euthanasia), citing safeguarding concerns and the state of palliative care.

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12 hours ago
News

LISTEN: Kassam Remembers Charlie Kirk on First Anniversary of His Assassination.

Raheem Kassam, Editor-in-Chief of The National Pulse, shared his memories of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, one year on from his assassination in Utah.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: The National Pulse Editor-in-Chief Raheem Kassam spoke to Times Radio about the first anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s assassination during an open-air debate in Utah, remembering him as a “political superstar” whose presence is sorely missed.
📰 DETAIL: Kirk founded Turning Point USA (TPUSA) at the age of 18, quickly becoming a leading voice in conservative circles. Kassam discussed Kirk’s debate skills, the numerous conspiracy theories surrounding his killing, ranging from allegations of foreign involvement to internal betrayal, and especially his willingness to engage with young people beyond the conservative movement, in hopes of both winning converts and showing that his positions could withstand scrutiny.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “He didn’t believe in safe spaces at all… He actively went on to university campuses and engaged hostile audiences constantly. Unfortunately, that was also his end. His security team, the people around him, would always encourage him to have a glass screen in front of him. They received hundreds and hundreds of death threats every time they went onto a major university campus or embarked upon a major tour. But he refused. He said if I’m not accessible to people, then there’s no point in doing this at all.” – Raheem Kassam
🎯 IMPACT: Kirk’s intensified public scrutiny of left-wing political violence in the U.S. and the safety of public figures, especially those with conservative views.
👀 FLASHBACK: Kirk’s rise to prominence began with the founding of Turning Point USA, which became a huge force in conservative activism, particularly among young Americans. His close ties with President Donald J. Trump further cemented his legacy in the MAGA movement.

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Raheem Kassam, Editor-in-Chief of The National Pulse, shared his memories of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, one year on from his assassination in Utah.

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13 hours ago
Immigration
NatSec
News

ICE Has Deported Over 2,000 Known or Suspected Terrorists Since Trump’s Return to Office.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has arrested over 2,100 terrorists and suspected terrorists under the second Trump administration, with a similar number deported over the course of the year.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has deported over 2,000 terrorists and suspected terrorists since President Donald J. Trump returned to office, according to new data.
📺 DETAIL: According to data released by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), between January 20, 2025, and September 9, 2026, ICE arrested more than 2,150 foreign nationals suspected of terrorism. The data also revealed that 2,015 were deported during that period. This follows data showing that the agency made a record 50,925 arrests last month. This constituted the highest monthly total in ICE’s history, and followed two consecutive months of ICE making a record-breaking number of arrests. “The hard-working men and women of DHS continue to break records as they defend the homeland and protect the American people,” said Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin at the time. “Our job every single day is to make sure we are looking at the entire picture of the threats facing the Homeland, and we have GREAT men and women, 270,000 people that do it every day,” he said. The recent batch of arrests is likely to send a strong message to potential terrorists seeking to enter the U.S, especially as the report comes on the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks.
🎯 IMPACT: The new figures reflect the Trump administration’s ongoing efforts to arrest and deport illegal immigrants, especially those convicted of severe crimes. These actions underscore the role of immigration enforcement in preventing terrorism in the U.S. This represents the domestic front in the federal government’s crackdown on terrorism. In recent weeks, the Trump administration has also made moves to crack down harder on narco-terrorist operations importing drugs into the country from Latin America. For example, on Wednesday, the U.S military sank six large vessels used for refueling smaller drug-smuggling boats off the coast of Ecuador. “These interdictions cut off critical nodes in the narcotics logistics network,” read a statement from U.S. Southern Command.

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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has arrested over 2,100 terrorists and suspected terrorists under the second Trump administration, with a similar number deported over the course of the year.

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