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France Urges Trump's America to Return Lady Liberty: Why It’s Not Happening

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 Hey, America: Return the Statue of Liberty to her original place.
 France
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 As stated by a French politician who is causing a stir in his nation for proposing that the U.S. is not deserving of the statue that was presented by France approximately 140 years ago.


 As a Member of the European Parliament and co-president of a minor leftist party in France, Raphaël Glucksmann can't assert that he represents all French citizens.


 However, his claim during a speech over the weekend that certain individuals
 Americans
 “have chosen to switch to the side of the tyrants” reflects the broad shockwaves that U.S. President
 Donald Trump
 's seismic shifts in foreign and domestic policy are triggering in France and elsewhere in Europe.

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 “Give us back the Statue of Liberty,” Glucksmann said, speaking Sunday to supporters of his Public Place party, who applauded and whistled.
 
 
 “It was our gift to you. But apparently you despise her. So she will be happy here with us,” Glucksmann said.
 
 
 Can France claim it back?
 
 
 Dream on.
 
 
 UNESCO
 , the
 United Nations
 ' cultural arm that has the statue on its list of World Heritage treasures, notes that the iconic monument is U.S. government property.
 
 
 It was initially envisaged as a monumental gesture of French-American friendship to mark the 100th anniversary of the July 4, 1776, Declaration of Independence.
 
 
 But a war that erupted in 1870 between France and German states led by Prussia diverted the energies of the monument's designer, French sculptor Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi.
 
 
 The gift also took time to be funded, with a decision taken that the French would pay for the statue and Americans would cover the costs of its pedestal.
 
 
 Transported in 350 pieces from France, the statue was officially unveiled Oct. 28, 1886.
 
 
 Is France's government offering asylum to Lady Liberty?
 
 
 No. French-U.S. relations would have to drop off a cliff before Glucksmann found support from French President Emmanuel Macron's government.
 
 
 For the moment, the French president is treading a fine line — trying to work with Trump and temper some of his policy shifts on the one hand but also pushing back hard against some White House decisions, notably Trump's tariff hikes.
 
 
 Macron has let his prime minister, François Bayrou, play the role of being a more critical voice. Bayrou tore into the “brutality” that was shown to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during his White House visit and suggested that Trump's administration risked handing victory to Russia when it paused military aid to Ukraine.
 
 
 Glucksmann's party has been even more critical, posting accusations on its website that Trump is wielding power in an “authoritarian” manner and is “preparing to deliver Ukraine on a silver platter” to Russia.
 
 
 In his speech, Glucksmann referenced New York poet Emma Lazarus' words about the statue, the “mighty woman with a torch” who promised a home for the “huddled masses yearning to breathe free.”
 
 
 "Today, this land is no longer what it used to be," Glucksmann stated.
 
 
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France Urges Trump's America to Return Lady Liberty: Why It’s Not Happening

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Trump Admin Defies Judge's Orders to Free Maryland Dad from El Salvador Jail, Despite Acknowledging Wrongful Deportation

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 White House Press Secretary
 
 Karoline Leavitt
 
 on Friday, they mocked a court decision that instructed the Trump administration to enable the return of an individual who had been deported.


 U.S. District Judge
 
 Paula Xinis
 
 directed the administration to secure the liberation of
 
 Kilmar Abrego Garcia
 
 from the well-known CECOT prison in El Salvador and return him to the U.S. Abrego Garcia is a Salvadoran citizen who was
 arrested
 In Baltimore on March 12, after quitting his job as a sheet metalworker to fetch his five-year-old child, this incident occurred. It is claimed by the government that Abrego Garcia is affiliated with the MS-13 gang. However, according to legal documents submitted on Monday, attorneys representing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement stated that Abrego Garcia’s deportation was caused by an "administrative mistake."


 Abrego Garcia was among over 260 international individuals apprehended in the U.S. and expelled to El Salvador for incarceration. The majority of those
 deported
 were individuals from Venezuela with no obvious ties to the Central American nation. It appears that none of those detained were afforded proper legal proceedings.


 "The documentation shows that Abrego Garcia was detained in Maryland without a valid reason… and was deported to El Salvador without additional proceedings or legitimate justification," Xinis stated in her report.
 order
 following his characterization of the deportation as "an unlawful action."


 In reaction, Leavitt strongly criticized the decision and rejected the notion that the judge had any legitimate grounds for making such a ruling.


 "We have not been made aware of the judge possessing jurisdiction or authority over the nation of El Salvador," Leavitt stated.


 White House adviser
 
 Stephen Miller
 
 Xinis was mocked on X for saying she "believes she's the president of El Salvador."


 Regarding that, the President of El Salvador
 
 Nayib Bukele
 
 also
 mocked
 the judge’s ruling.


 The White House has indicated that the administration thinks that after an individual is deported from the U.S., federal courts have no power to mandate their readmission—even for cases where the government admits they were wrongly expelled. It remains uncertain whether the administration feels this stance applies equally to American citizens who face deportation.

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Trump Admin Defies Judge's Orders to Free Maryland Dad from El Salvador Jail, Despite Acknowledging Wrongful Deportation

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AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Friday, they mocked a court decision that instructed the Trump administration to enable the return of an indi…

Trump Admin Defies Judge's Orders, Keeps Maryland Dad Imprisoned in El Salvador Despite Admission of 'Wrongful Deportation'

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 AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin
 
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 White House Press Secretary
 
 Karoline Leavitt
 
 on Friday, they mocked a court decision that instructed the Trump administration to enable the return of an individual who had been deported.


 U.S. District Judge
 
 Paula Xinis
 
 directed the administration to secure the liberation of
 
 Kilmar Abrego Garcia
 
 From the well-known CECOT prison in El Salvador, they aim to extradite him back to the U.S. Abrego Garcia is a citizen of El Salvador who was
 arrested
 In Baltimore on March 12, after quitting his job as a sheet metal worker to collect his five-year-old child, this incident occurred. It’s been claimed by the government that Abrego Garcia is affiliated with the MS-13 gang. However, legal representatives of U.S. Immigration Customs Enforcement stated in a court document on Monday that Abrego Garcia's deportation resulted from "an administrative mistake."


 Abrego Garcia was among over 260 international individuals apprehended in the U.S. and expelled to El Salvador for incarceration. The majority of these individuals were also sent away.
 deported
 were individuals from Venezuela with no obvious ties to the Central American nation. It appears that none of those detained were afforded proper legal proceedings.


 "The document shows that Abrego Garcia was detained in Maryland without any legitimate grounds...and was deported to El Salvador without additional proceedings or lawful justification," Xinis stated in her notes.
 order
 following his characterization of the deportation as "an unlawful action."


 In reaction, Leavitt strongly criticized the decision and rejected the notion that the judge had any legitimate grounds for making such a ruling.


 "We have no knowledge of the judge possessing jurisdiction or authority over the nation of El Salvador," stated Leavitt.


 White House adviser
 
 Stephen Miller
 
 teased Xinis on X, suggesting that she "believes herself to be the president of El Salvador."


 Regarding that, the President of El Salvador
 
 Nayib Bukele
 
 also
 mocked
 the judge’s ruling.


 The White House has indicated that the administration thinks that after an individual is deported from the U.S., courts have no power to mandate their reinstatement—even for cases where the government admits they were wrongly removed. It remains uncertain whether the administration feels this applies equally to American citizens who are expelled.

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Trump Admin Defies Judge's Orders, Keeps Maryland Dad Imprisoned in El Salvador Despite Admission of 'Wrongful Deportation'

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Tens of Thousands Unite in Global Protests Against Trump and Musk

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Throngs of individuals who are displeased with the leadership style of US President Donald Trump and his administration have gathered for widespread demonstrations across numerous American cities on Saturday to express their discontent.


 This marks the largest protest demonstration to date by the opposition group as they aim to reclaim their vigor following the unexpected initial weeks of the Republicans' tenure in office.


 The protest movement — known as Hands Off! — saw over 1,200 events across all 50 states, orchestrated by more than 150 organizations. These included civil rights groups, labor unions, LGBTQ+ supporters, veteran associations, and electoral activists.


 The gatherings seemed calm as officials reported no instances of significant unrest, conflicts, or detainments.


 Starting from the National Mall park in the nation's capital, Washington D.C., all the way to Midtown Manhattan, and including Boston Common as well as numerous state capitol buildings, thousands of demonstrators criticized both President Donald Trump and the globe’s wealthiest individual, Elon Musk.

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 Critics expressed their disapproval towards the present administration's strategies and actions, covering areas such as reducing the size of the federal government, impacting economic conditions, managing immigration, and addressing human rights issues.


 Protesters gathered to contest the administration's plans to dismiss numerous federal workers, shut down Social Security Administration branch offices, and essentially close whole governmental bodies like USAID.


 Musk has played a pivotal role in facilitating such actions, as he heads the newly created Department of Government Efficiency – or DOGE – which aims to slash “unnecessary government spending”. DOGE plans to cut around $2 trillion (€1.82 trillion) in federal expenditure.


 Protesters carried banners and posters with messages like " Trap the Muskrat" and " Deport Elon Musk," clearly showing their disapproval of his policies. Numerous individuals have also voiced criticism towards Musk—owner of Tesla, SpaceX, Starlink, and X—for his involvement in governance as a naturalized citizen.

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 "In America, Mr. Musk, justice cannot be purchased. We do not hold lotteries for million-dollar rewards to offer positions as state Supreme Court judges. Cease attempting to bribe us with your offers. Desist from exploiting our government. And cease pilfering our data," stated Congressman Jamie Raskin during the DC rally.


 In Boston, protesters carried placards with messages like "don’t touch our democracy" and "keep your hands off our social security." Mayor Michelle Wu joined the demonstration in the state capital of Massachusetts, criticizing Trump’s intimidating strategies and assaults on diversity and equality.


 "I reject the idea that they should live in a society where immigrants such as their grandparents are automatically seen as criminals," Wu stated.

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 Many individuals gathered for demonstrations in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, which is just a short distance away from President Trump’s golf course in Jupiter. On this particular day, Mr. Trump was present at his club participating in their Senior Club Championship event. Crowds assembled along both edges of PGA Drive, cheering as vehicles passed by and shouting anti-Trump slogans.


 When asked regarding the demonstrations, the White House issued a statement saying that "President Trump’s stance is unequivocal: he remains committed to safeguarding Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid for those who qualify."


 "Additionally, the Democrats' position supports providing Social Security, Medicaid, and Medicare benefits to undocumented immigrants, potentially leading to financial ruin for these programs and causing hardship for elderly Americans," said the White House.


 Demonstrations were also held overseas, with thousands of American expatriates and international individuals protesting against President Trump’s policies on foreign affairs.

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 Protests occurred from London to Berlin, demanding "an end to the turmoil," criticizing U.S. President's confrontational worldwide tariff policies that have caused upheaval in global stock markets. Additionally, these demonstrations supported Ukraine, a country Trump has often criticized.


 "People who supported him aren’t seeing the outcomes they anticipated due to these trade barriers. Everybody’s finances have suffered. Egg prices haven’t dropped; their quality of life hasn’t improved. Hence, they should feel more outraged than most," stated Alyssa, an American demonstrating in London.


 Protesters have organized national and global demonstrations against both Trump and Musk multiple occasions following his return to the White House.


 The demonstrators state they will keep up their peaceful protest against a government they believe fails to represent them or the general welfare of American citizens. Their aim is to apply pressure on the administration with the hope of persuading it to change its stance.

Tens of Thousands Unite in Global Protests Against Trump and Musk

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Throngs of individuals who are displeased with the leadership style of US President Donald Trump and his administration have gathered for widespread demonstrations across numerous American cities on…

Singh Promises National Rent Control as Atlantic Tour Concludes

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 HALIFAX — Amid unrelenting, heavy maritime rainfall, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh concluded his two-day tour of Atlantic Canada with a brief stop at a rally in Halifax that he had to shorten because of the weather conditions.


 Several hundred individuals had ventured out despite the persistent rain to join an "Elbows Up, Canada!" gathering outside a convention center. There, they stood in shallow pools of water several inches deep to enjoy live renditions of The Tragically Hip’s hits and some Stan Rogers tunes.


 "Oh, gosh," exclaimed a woman breathlessly as she spotted Singh navigating through the throng.


 The NDP leader was greeted with enthusiasm, though not overwhelming, at the flood-soaked gathering. There, he exchanged handshakes, posed for photos, enjoyed some tunes, then returned to the campaign coach. Originally intending to stay longer, his crew—predicting sparse attendance because of the downpour—opted to keep the visit brief.


 Perhaps this subdued conclusion aptly capped off a rather low-key journey that featured visits to St. John’s and Halifax. The tour lacked major gatherings or resounding cheers; neither did it encounter any jeering or hostility. In essence, it was remarkably unremarkable.


 Earlier in the day, Singh vowed to enforce nationwide rent controls aimed at safeguarding tenants from unjust rental hikes, stating that the federal government must "take action" to assist those facing hardships.


 They're discussing the high cost of rent, which can consume over half of their earnings," he stated during an announcement in Halifax. "This situation is unjust.


 The NDP claims that both housing and rental costs have surged twofold since 2015. According to Rentals.ca, the typical monthly asking rent in Canada stood at $2,088 in February.


 Singh stated that under his leadership, implementing rent control measures would be mandatory to receive federal funding for housing initiatives.


 “If any province or city desires federal funding… for constructing houses, they must implement regulations that safeguard tenants,” he stated.


 Rental rules differ significantly across provinces. For instance, Ontario implements a rent-control system capping yearly hikes for apartments constructed prior to November 15, 2018. Conversely, Alberta does not impose restrictions on how much landlords can raise rents annually.


 NDP suggests that rent control might come in different ways, such as setting limits for rental price hikes or controlling vacancies. They propose introducing a renters' bill of rights which would make sure federal money allocated for housing comes with requirements aimed at protecting tenants.


 According to a survey conducted by Royal LePage and published last year, 53 percent of Canadian tenants spent over 30 percent of their income on rent payments.


 At this moment, folks are looking for some hope," Singh stated. "I aim to provide you with some optimism.


 Singh made his commitment along with his candidate in Halifax, Lisa Roberts, who aims to reclaim a seat that the NDP had held for almost twenty years before the Liberals won across Atlantic Canada in 2015.


 Robert, who previously served as part of the provincial parliament, mentioned that she took on the role of housing critic for the NDP when she first learned about an individual in her constituency resorting to sleeping in a tent, which occurred not more than a decade back.


 At that time, I had people contacting my office stating, 'You must take action,'" she mentioned. However, she noted that nowadays, individuals have become accustomed to spotting tents throughout the city.


 On Saturday at Robert's campaign headquarters, teenage canvasser Asia Urquhart, who is still in high school at just 16 years old, stated that the housing crisis was a key factor motivating her participation in the NDP election efforts. "My ambition is to attend university and pursue my studies; however, I am aware that everything comes with such hefty costs," she explained.


 Currently, the NDP is trailing significantly behind both the Liberals and Conservatives in national polls and isn’t expected to secure any seats in Atlantic Canada.


 However, there was some positive news as well, with Singh stating on Sunday that Ruth Ellen Brosseau, a previous Quebec MP who symbolised what came to be known as the "orange wave" back in 2011, is trying for a political resurgence in her constituency of Berthier-Maskinongé.


 In 2019, Brosseau lost her position to the Bloc Québécois, as the NDP shrunk to just one seat in Quebec, yet she remains one of the most recognizable faces of the party within the province.


 On a Sunday evening appearance on the Quebec talk show "Tout le monde en parle," Singh dubbed Brosseau a "star candidate" and encouraged Quebecers to boost the number of NDP Members of Parliament sent to the House of Commons.


 However, when asked if this would mark his final campaign, Singh remained noncommittal.


 To be frank, my focus is on the election campaign ahead," he stated. "We still have a few weeks remaining.


 The report from The Canadian Press was initially released on April 6, 2025.


 — With contributions from Christopher Reynolds in Montreal and Catherine Morrison in Ottawa.


 Maura Forrest from The Canadian Press

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D-1 尹의 운명은? "첫 번째 쟁점부터 파면…8:0 예상"

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윤석열 대통령에 대한 탄핵 심판 선고일이 하루 밖에 남지 않은 상황에서, 헌법재판소 연구관 경험자인 노희범 변호사는 ‘첫 번째 주요 쟁점을 보면 이미 파면될 것으로 보인다’는 의미로 발언했다. 그는 “결정적인 순간에는 모든 8명의 판사들이 동일한 견해를 가지고 있을 것이며 이는 곧 만장일치 찬성으로 파면될 것을 뜻한다”라고 설명했습니다. 간단히 요약하면 '8 대 0, 전원 합의체로서 무조건적으로 파면' 될 거라는 것입니다.

변호사 노 씨는 3일 CBS 라디오와의 인터뷰에서 “탄핵 사유가 다섯 가지라서 그 가운데 한 두 개만으로 중요한 헌법 위반이라고 할 만큼 심각하지 않거나, 결국 같은 결론이지만 이유를 추가하거나 새로운 근거를 제시하며 의견을 낼 수도 있는 판결관들이 존재할 수 있다고 생각한다”고 밝혔다. 그러나 여전히 다르게 해석될 가능성에도 불구하고 이런 견해를 표현했습니다.

 변호사 노 씨는 판결 시기를 연기하는 문제와 관련하여 처음에는 ‘법원 내 의견 분쟁으로 인해 다섯 대 세 명으로 갈라져 결정을 하지 못했다’는 견해가 나오다가, 이달 초 헌법재판소가 특정 날짜를 선언하면서 ‘적어도 다섯 대 세 명은 아닐 것’이라는 새로운 추정이 등장하자 다음과 같이 말했습니다: “내부적으로 법관들 사이에서는 어떠한 논의가 이루어졌으며 현재 그들은 무엇을 결론짓고 있는지를 파악할 수 없습니다.”


 그럼에도 불구하고 "의견이 5 대 3으로 엇갈린 듯 하지 않았다"는 제 생각이 들었습니다. 실제로 '5 대 3'이라는 견해는 일부가 추측한 것이며 실제와 다르다고 봅니다. 저는 여전히 만장일치로 결론이 나올 것으로 예상한다고 말했습니다.


 여권 내부에서 주장되는 '4대 4' 이론에 관해서는 "'그 분들’의 바람일 수 있겠지만, 이번 윤 대통령과 한 총리의 탄핵 이유는 완전히 다른 상황이며, 법적 범칙 행위의 심각성에서도 근본적으로 다릅니다."라면서 "따라서 한 총리 관련 사건 판결 결과로써 대통령의 탄핵 가능성이나 그 결과를 추정하는 것은 적절하지 않습니다"라고 말했습니다.


 그는 다음과 같이 말했습니다: “대통령의 이번 탄핵 이유로 가장 중요한 것은, 헌법을 보호할 의무가 있는 대통령이 오히려 헌법을 깨뜨리고 헌법 체계를 짓밟았다는 것입니다. 이는 실질적인 반역 행위이며 우리의 헌법에서는 절대로 용납되지 않는 상태입니다.” 그리고 그는 계속해서 이렇게 예측하였습니다: “헌법 수호자의 역할을 하는 헌법재판소 판사들은 이러한 중요성을 인식하여, 탄핵 심리를 통해 손상된 헌법 질서를 복원하는 판단을 내릴 것으로 기대됩니다.”


 '5개의 큰 쟁점 가운데 단 1개라도 파면에 이를 정도로 중대한 위헌 행위면 파면이냐'는 진행자의 질문에 노 변호사는 "당연하다"고 했다. 5개의 큰 쟁점은 △비상계엄 선포의 위법성, △포고령 1호의 위법성, △군·경 동원한 국회 장악 시도, △영장 없는 압수·체포 등 선거관리위원회 장악 시도, △정치인·법조인 등 체포 지시 등이다.


 노 변호사는 비상계엄 선포의 위법성과 관련해 "당시 비상계엄 선포 시에 전시, 사변이나 국가 비상사태가 명백히 아니었다. 그런 점에서 실체적 요건을 흠결한 것"이라며, 아울러 "또 국무회의 심의 절차를 거치지 않은 것으로 변론 과정에서 드러났기 때문에 이거는 중대한 헌법 위반"이라며 실체적‧절차적 흠결을 지적했다. '첫 번째 쟁점에서부터 이미 그러면 파면이라고 보는 것이냐'는 질문에 노 변호사는 "그렇다"고 했다.


 그는 "(윤 대통력이) 야당의 무분별한 탄핵 제기나 예산 삭감 문제를 놓고 국민들에게 호소하면서 야당을 경고하려고 비상 계엄을 선언했다고 말했지만, 실제로 대통령이 비상 계엄을 선포해야 할 상황은 전혀 아니다"라고 여러 번 주장했습니다.


 국회와 정당활동을 금지하며 언론자유도 구속하는 포고령 1호의 불법성을 논하면서 처음에는 “비상계엄 발포 그 자체가 본질적이고 절차적인 조건들을 만족시키지 못하므로 무효이며 따라서 포고령 역시 당연히 위반”이라 지적했다. 그리고는 “만약 적절하게 비상사태 계엄을 선언했더라도 의회 기능을 저하시키거나 가로막는 행위를 규제하기 위한 어떠한 법률적 근거조차 존재하지 않는다”면서 “대통령에게 주어진 독점권인 비상계엄 선포라 할지라도 이런 규정은 분명 잘못되었다”라고 덧붙였다.


 군과 경찰을 동원하여 국회의사당을 장악하려 한 시도에 대해 그는 다음과 같이 말했습니다: "헌법재판소 역시 중요한 것으로 지적했듯이, 일명 '최상목 메모'에는 국가 비상입법기관의 운영 자금 조달 방안 등이 포함되어 있습니다. 결국 대통령이 긴급조치를 통해 최종 목표로 삼았던 것은 사실상 국회를 해산하고 이를 대신할 국가 비상입법기를 설치함으로써 오랜 기간 권력을 유지하려고 한 것이며, 이것이 바로 효과적인 위정자 쿠데타였다는 강력한 의혹을 불러일으키게 됩니다."


 그렇게 말하면서도 그는 “정치적인 차원에서 반국가세력이나 종북주의자를 제거하려고 했었다”라고 언급하며, 이 발언은 실제로 대통령 자신에게서 직접 나왔다고 전했습니다. 그러므로 이번에 선언된 비상 계엄령이 실제론 민주constitutional 질서를 해체하였으며, 마치 준군사 쿠데타와 같은 행위였음을 자백하게 된 것입니다. 이런 맥락에서 보면 이러한 행동은 법률을 크게 어긴 것으로 간주되어야 한다는 데 무게를 두었습니다.


 변호사 노는 헌재의 선고 기일 통지를 다음과 같이 해석했습니다: “법원 안팎에서는 사실상 판결 결과가 정해졌음을 시사하는 것이죠. 아마도 이쯤 되면 대부분의 내용을 포함하여 최종 문건 초안이 마련되었겠구요, 그래서 내일 오전 11시에 열리는 선고 절차를 앞두고 있다고 볼 수 있습니다. 그러므로 오늘에는 언론에 배포될 정보 자료조차 거의 준비된 상태라고 생각합니다.”


 '선고일인 4일 오전 직전까지 평의를 열어 결론을 논의할 것'이라는 일각의 관측에 대해선 "사실과 다를 것이라고 생각이 된다"며 "박근혜 대통령 때 아마 그런 형태로 마지막 판결을 했다는 취지의 얘기를 저는 듣기는 했지만 사실은 그건 보안을 유지하기 위해서 형식적으로 아마 재판관들이 하지 않았을까. 왜냐하면 선고 1시간 전이나 30분 전에 최종 평결을 해서 선고한다는 게 사실상 그게 가능하겠느냐"고 했다.


 다음과 같이 덧붙였다: “주문이 낭독되는 순간부터 권한이 소멸되며, 앞으로 영구히 대통령 직위에서 해임당하거나 즉시 업무에 복귀하게 됩니다.” 그리고 파면된 경우에 대해선 다음과 설명했다: “전직 대통령에게는 연금 및 개인적인 안전 보장, 비서관 또는 사무실 제공 등 다양한 혜택이 주어지지만, 만약 파면된다면 이러한 모든 것이 제외되고 오로지 기본적인 인적보호만 유지됩니다."


 '선고 직전 윤 대통령이 하야를 선언할 경우 선고는 어떻게 되느냐'는 질문에는 "우리 법에는 명확하게 대통령이 심판 선고가 있기 전에 사임을 하는 경우에 탄핵 심판 절차가 어떻게 계속 진행이 될 수 있는지 결정을 선고할 수 있는지에 대해서는 명확한 규정은 없다"면서도 "독일 연방헌법재판소 같은 경우는 절차의 진행이나 그 결정에 영향을 미치지 않는다고 되어 있고, 학계에서도 탄핵 심판 절차가 변론이 종결되고 선고에 임박한 경우에는 탄핵 심판 절차의 어떤 본질이나 성격 기능에 비추어 봐서 탄핵 심판 절차에 영향을 미치지 않는다. 그래서 만약에 지금 이 짧은 시간이지만 대통령이 사임을 하더라도 헌법재판소는 탄핵 심판에 대한 선고를 그대로 할 것"이라고 전망했다.

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D-1 尹의 운명은? "첫 번째 쟁점부터 파면…8:0 예상"

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윤석열 대통령에 대한 탄핵 심판 선고일이 하루 밖에 남지 않은 상황에서, 헌법재판소 연구관 경험자인 노희범 변호사는 ‘첫 번째 주요 쟁점을 보면 이미 파면될 것으로 보인다’는 의미로 발언했다. 그는 “결정적인 순간에는 모든 8명의 판사들이 동일한 견해를 가지고 있을 것이며 이는 곧 만장일치 찬성으로 파면될 것을 뜻한다”라고 설명했습니다. 간단히 요약하면…

ファン支援で“左派”批判を浴びた韓国女性歌手、政治的中傷に初言及「関心の裏返し」

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歌手兼女優のIUが、自身に向けられた政治的批判について心境を明かした。


 IUは2024年12月、尹錫悦（ユン・ソンニョル）大統領の弾劾を求める集会に参加したファンのために、食べ物や飲み物を事前決済したことが一部の極右層から批判され、“左派IU”というレッテルを貼られる事態となった。


 Netflixシリーズ『おつかれさま』の最終回インタビュー（4月2日）で、IUはこの論争について「悲しい気持ちはあるけれど、受け止めなければならない部分でもある」と率直な立場を語った。


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 IUは「悲しいという表現が間違っているわけではないけれど、私自身はその映像やコメントなどを直接見たことはない。“なぜ私だけがこんなことを言われるの？”と感じたこともない」とし、「そういったことも含めて、受け入れるべきことだと思う」と淡々とした様子で話した。


 続けて「そうした反応も、私に対する関心の表れだと思っている」とし、「それ以上に、私のことを好意的に見てくださる方が多いことも分かっている。人生で不当だと感じた瞬間がなかったと言えば嘘になる」と付け加えた。


 また、IUは過度な誤解や歪曲に対しては制裁が必要だという考えも示した。「ただし、深刻に一線を越えるような表現や、事務所としても“これは看過できない”というレベルの誤解がある場合には、制裁が必要だと思う」と語った。


 正常な批判と悪質なデマを明確に区別し、批判には耐えるが、度を越した噂には毅然とした態度を示した形だ。


 一方、IUは『おつかれさま』の大ヒットについて「本当に幸せ」とし、「応援メッセージもたくさん届いているし、連絡を取っていなかった人たちからも連絡が来るほど、全世代から共感を得ている気がする」と笑顔を見せた。


 さらに最近の報道では、IUが山火事被災地に2億ウォン（約2000万円）を寄付していたことが明らかになり、その善行にも注目が集まっている。


 一部のネットユーザーからは、「極右の本拠地かもしれない被災地に巨額の寄付をしたというのは、器の大きさを示している」「イデオロギーではなく国民のための行動で善良な影響力を発揮している」といった声も上がっている。


 ◇IU プロフィール


 1993年5月16日生まれ。本名イ・ジウン。韓国・ソウル出身。2008年9月にソロ歌手としてデビューした。芸名のIU（アイユー）は“I”と“YOU”の合成語で「あなたと私が音楽で1つになる」という意味が込められている。女性ソロ歌手としてトップに君臨しつつ、女優業も並行。2011年のドラマ『ドリームハイ』で連ドラ初出演＆初主演を果たし、『麗＜レイ＞～花萌ゆる8人の皇子たち～』『マイ・ディア・ミスター～私のおじさん～』『ホテルデルーナ～月明かりの恋人～』などで主演を務めた。2022年12月、俳優イ・ジョンソクと交際中であることを認めた。同年3月30日、映画『ドリーム～狙え、人生逆転ゴール！～』の制作報告会で女優活動時の名前を本名から「IU」に統一すると発表した。

ファン支援で“左派”批判を浴びた韓国女性歌手、政治的中傷に初言及「関心の裏返し」

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歌手兼女優のIUが、自身に向けられた政治的批判について心境を明かした。 IUは2024年12月、尹錫悦（ユン・ソンニョル）大統領の弾劾を求める集会に参加したファンのために、食べ物や飲み物を事前決済したことが一部の極右層から批判され、“左派IU”というレッテルを貼られる事態となった。 Netflixシリーズ『おつかれさま』の最終回インタビュー（4月2日）で、IUはこの論争について「悲しい気持…

Lynched Travellers: Edo Politician Blasts Killings and Police Inaction Over Security Crisis

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Paul Okojie, a candidate aspiring for a senate position with the Labour Party in Edo State, has criticized the recent murders of 16 people from Northern Nigeria by an angry mob in Uromi, Edo State. He holds the police responsible for this occurrence.
 
 
 On Tuesday, Okojie released a press statement stating that the individuals killed by an enraged crowd and set ablaze were singled out due to escalating tensions caused by violent abductions and assaults on farmers carried out by criminals believed to be functioning as terrorist groups.
 
 
 He mentioned that the horrific murders have ignited anger nationwide, prompting numerous individuals to doubt the efficiency of local police forces.
 
 
 Okojie voiced profound grief and anger about the murders, blaming the Edo State Police Command for not stopping this disaster.
 
 
 He expressed regret over the increase in insecurity in Edo Central, notably in Uromi, where inhabitants have been facing constant attacks from criminals due to insufficient police support.
 
 
 He stated, "It is discouraging that even with multiple appeals for forward-looking law enforcement strategies and data-driven safety initiatives, the Edo State Police Command has continually fallen short in safeguarding our citizens."
 
 
 The blatant character of these murders indicates not only a failure in law enforcement but also an alarming degree of collusion due to lack of action.
 
 
 He additionally charged the police with neglecting their responsibilities, asserting that they were not present during the lynching and did not manage to apprehend those responsible for bringing these individuals to face justice.
 
 
 He stated that the police's failure to stop the crises in Edo Central by adequately addressing security concerns has encouraged criminal activities and put people’s lives at risk.
 
 
 Okojie urged the Inspector General of Police and related authorities to encourage CP Betty Otimenyin to face the difficulties of her role head-on or replace her with a Chief Superintendent who places higher importance on ensuring the security of Edo State’s citizens.
 
 
 He similarly called upon the Edo State government and federal security forces to carry out an open and thorough investigation into the murders, ensuring that all parties involved, including any security personnel who may have been complicit, face legal consequences. He further stated,
 
 
 The residents of Edo Central deserve tranquility, safety, and fairness. No more.
 
 
 The murders in Uromi have reverberated throughout Edo State and far beyond, sparking renewed worries regarding vigilante violence and the intensifying security challenges in the area. Both community elders and human rights organizations are calling for responsibility and rapid measures to stop additional loss of life.
 
 
 As inquiries progress, residents persistently demand changes to their state’s security framework, stressing the critical necessity of forward-thinking and capable law enforcement to rebuild public trust and guarantee justice for every victim.
 

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Paul Okojie, a candidate aspiring for a senate position with the Labour Party in Edo State, has criticized the recent murders of 16 people from Northern Nigeria by an angry mob in Uromi, Edo Stat…

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[포토] 與 "재보궐 선거 결과 무겁게 받아들여…노력 멈추지 않을 것"

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권영세 국민의힘 비상대책위원장은 3일 국회의사당에서 개최된 비상대책위원회 회의에 참석하여 발언을 진행했습니다. …

Will the Next Revolution Be Memed?

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One of the most frequent questions posed by those outside Kenya, is whether the country is poised to erupt once more, as it did during the Gen Z-led anti-tax and anti-corruption protests of 2024. It certainly feels that way. Kenyans on social media are seething with anger.There is a growing sense that, in this era of viral content—where governance is dissected in 200 characters and protest anthems are reborn on TikTok—Kenya’s next revolution will not be broadcast on television. It will be memefied. The struggle for hearts and minds has shifted from the streets to the glow of tiny screens, where satire, packaged in bite-sized visuals, often outpaces government press releases and rebuttals.Once brushed off as mere digital toys, memes are emerging as the new currency of political resistance in the country. They mock, mobilise and amplify dissent with breathtaking speed. As economic frustrations mount, young Kenyans—equipped with smartphones, a razor-sharp wit and an even sharper disdain for authority—are spearheading this charge. They are effectively rewriting the rules of protest, one viral image at a time.With over 70 per cent of its population under 35 and an internet penetration rate of 97 per cent by 2024, Kenya is a nation primed for upheaval. Affordable smartphones and cheap data have transformed social media into a political gladiatorial theatre. Here, hashtags replace placards, and GIFs deliver both jabs and jest.Self-censorshipVast swathes of traditional media, hampered by bureaucracy, editorial timidity, or state, corporate and self-censorship, are floundering in the wake of this shift. Memes need no editorial green light. They strike swiftly, condensing complex grievances into a single, searing image. A bumbling politician paired with a sarcastic caption inflicts more damage—and travels further—than a 1,000-word opinion piece.What is unfolding is a fierce tango between President William Ruto and a broad youthful coalition, many of whom were once his tech-savvy foot soldiers in the election of 2022. Consider the “Zakayo” meme: a biblical Zacchaeus recast as Ruto, perched in a tree, gripping tax receipts with a collector’s fervour. It started as a jest but swiftly morphed into an economic critique. Zakayo was not just Ruto; he embodied a leader who pledged to uplift the hustlers yet ended up taxing their last shilling.Then there is “Kasongo”, borrowed from an old Lingala tune by Orchestra Super Mazembe, repurposed as a symbol of political evasion. Whenever Ruto seemed to sidestep accountability, the internet chorused, Kasongo, yeye!Kenya has also provided Africa’s most striking example of memes evolving beyond mere mockery into rallying cries. The Gen Z-driven protests against the Finance Bill 2024 showed how digital activism can leap from screens to streets. What began as memes lampooning the government's perceived tax overreach soon swelled into a full-blown movement. “Ruto Must Go” trended relentlessly.Amid street clashes with police, tear gas and truncheons, memes kept the fight alive long after curfews descended and roads emptied.A meme's power lies not just in critique but in unity. A single viral post can hit a million screens before breakfast, turning personal gripes into shared outrage.Near-reckless playfulnessThis is not exclusive to Kenya. The Arab Spring had its “dictator memes”; Nigeria’s #EndSARS campaign wielded online humour against police brutality. Yet Kenya adds its own flair—a blend of biting satire, rich cultural nods and a near-reckless playfulness that renders even grave issues digestible to a wide audience.Politicians have tried to co-opt this culture. Ruto himself embraced the “Zakayo” label. But memes owe no allegiance. They remain tools of critique, twisting even governmental self-deprecation into fodder for the next satirical salvo. Efforts to clamp down on online spaces have only fanned the flames. Each attempt at censorship spawns fresh memes ridiculing the crackdown itself.Today, Kenya stands at a crossroads, and memes serve as its mirror. The youth are restless. Economic hardship gnaws at many. Trust in institutions is crumbling. Yet amid this, a vibrant energy pulses—a refusal to swallow the status quo.Memes seize that spirit, magnify it and broadcast it far and wide. But therein lies their Achilles’ heel. Memes wield immense power, yet they are fleeting. Still, their cumulative impact—eroding authority, raising consciousness, steering discourse—cannot be dismissed.The perennial question lingers: will this digital momentum translate into tangible political action? Will the youth remain keyboard warriors, or will they carry their sarcasm to the ballot box? History hints that revolutions do not always arrive with fanfare. Sometimes, they begin with an idea, shared and reshared until it is impossible to ignore.In Kenya, that idea might just arrive cloaked in a meme. But politicians are canny too. They know that if they bide their time, they might outlast the memes' shelf life.The author is a journalist, writer, and curator of the "Wall of Great Africans". X @cobbo3 Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
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Will the Next Revolution Be Memed?

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Politics Under Siege: 'Handcheques' Eroding Democracy

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President William Ruto’s assertion that his ex-deputy Rigathi Gachgua, who faced impeachment towards the end of last year, requested Sh10 billion for his backing, underscores that Kenyan politics predominantly revolves around individual gain and self-interest. Prior to this statement, Mr. Gachgua had claimed that the president had proposed paying him Sh2 billion to step down. These disclosures offer compelling evidence of Kenya's deeply entrenched transactional political culture.
These politicians ostensibly champion the welfare of citizens at both local and national levels; however, their own ambitions typically take precedence over all else. Consequently, they may resort to whatever means necessary to safeguard their grip on authority.
The president's revelation validates the widespread occurrence of "handshake deals" before and following elections. Such practices dictate governance dynamics within the nation and render electoral participation meaningless in genuine democratic processes. It is deceptive when officials utilize state finances to perpetuate their dominance since buying such roles grants them impunity regarding misappropriation of additional public assets aimed at maintaining their influence. Thus, true participatory democracy gets compromised under these circumstances.
A heated discourse currently centers upon whether certain leaders misuse official capacities by distributing vast sums sourced from tax revenues to secure allegiance. Corruption significantly influences alliance formation strategies too. Reports indicate that government figures bribe legislators into either opposing or endorsing legislation and investigative committees based solely on financial incentives. Legislators forsake their duties as guardians representing citizenry whenever adequately compensated financially.
For many statesmen, engaging in politics serves merely as an avenue for accruing wealth rather than fulfilling responsibilities toward serving constituents through legislative bodies properly.
If substantiated, instances of attempted bribery constitute clear infringements against Article 6 of the constitution mandating ethical conduct amongst leadership—providing substantial grounds warranting removal from office via impeachment proceedings.
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Selfish Legislators • How can Members of Parliament defend their recent raise of KES 360,000 when intern doctors aren’t receiving their agreed-upon wages because "there are insufficient funds"? queries Ruth Gituma. She questions why none of the politicians seem bothered enough to speak out about this issue publicly. This raises doubts as to whether these officials prioritize nothing beyond personal gain." For correspondence reach her at rgitum@gmail.com.
Inconsistency • The very commission that sanctioned a wage hike worth KES 360,000 for parliamentarians, senators, and women representatives advised public sector workers like educators and medical professionals not to anticipate increases anytime soon," states Eliab Otiato. "Such practices suggest a double standard; treating everyone equally yet privileging certain groups over others?" You may get in touch with him via mabwaeliab@gmail.com.
Political Reflections • The successful presidency of Ibrahim Traoré underscores issues within democratic systems throughout Africa,” asserts Newton Tonui. “Traoré’s achievements under authoritarian rule contrast sharply with those claimed by several democratically chosen African heads-of-state.” Interested parties should direct communications to newtoniu.kl@gmail.com.
Authoritarianism Concerns • Chiefs of Defense Forces Charles Kahereri and Intelligence Director Noordin Haji discouraged citizens from voicing discontent through slogans such as 'Ruto Must Go,' thereby violating fundamental rights regarding free speech according to Edwin Wagara. Their directive seems reminiscent of autocratic governance methods rather than upholding constitutionally protected freedoms." Contact information for Mr. Wagara is available at edwinwagara@gmail.com.
Unresolved Puzzle • What insights does Carol Maina seek into potential irregularities surrounding Kenya’s eCitizen payment system? According to Ms. Maina, confusion reigns supreme concerning management responsibilities for online transactions particularly during hospital visits where additional fees apply without clear justification. Additionally, ease of use remains questionable despite frequent utilization attempts." Those wishing to communicate directly might send emails addressed to carshima2000@yahoo.com.
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Historic Overdue Victory: Karnataka BJP Chief Reacts to New Waqf Amendment Bill 2025

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 Bengaluru (Karnataka), India, April 3 (ANI): Karnataka
 BJP
 President Vijayendra lauded the Central Government on Thursday for the passage of the
 Waqf Amendment Bill 2025
 and stated that this is a historical adjustment that had been long awaited.
 
 
 "A Historic Milestone for Bharat: The passing of the Unified Waqf Management Empowerment, Efficiency, and Development (UMEED) Bill, 2024 marks a significant rectification that has been awaited for a long time and is greatly needed," wrote Vijayendra on X.
 
 
 He went on to say that for many years, the Waqf Board operated as a dictatorship within a larger state structure.
 
 
 "The declaration of lands as Waqf occurred without prior notification, functioned opaquely, and suppressed legitimate landowners' voices. This reflected the appeasing political approach of Congress, resulting in an entity endowed with extensive authority, devoid of supervision, and lacking responsibility. The recent amendment ultimately disbands this framework. Specifically, it repeals Section 40, which permitted any piece of land to be designated as Waqf property instantly. Additionally, it mandates governmental scrutiny in cases involving property disagreements. Furthermore, it incorporates openness and constitutional safeguards over the board’s jurisdiction,” the statement elucidated.
 
 
 The
 BJP
 The Karnataka leader stated that the bill embodies Dr B.R. Ambedkar's concept of checks and balances, emphasizing that no institution should be beyond examination and no community should stand above the legal system.
 
 
 This goes beyond mere reform; it embodies Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s vision of checks and balances, ensuring no institution remains unexamined and no group stands above the legal system. The Central Government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, deserves praise for reinstating constitutional equilibrium and safeguarding the rights of all Indians—without bias, prejudice, or concessions,” he stated.
 
 
 Earlier today, the Lok Sabha approved the
 Waqf Amendment Bill 2025
 Following an exhausting marathon and intense debate where club members argued passionately,
 INDIA bloc
 strongly objected to the legislation while the
 BJP
 And its partners strongly backed it, stating that it would introduce transparency and improve the effectiveness of Waqf boards.
 
 
 The bill was approved following the rejection of amendments proposed by the opposition members. The session continued past midnight to ensure the legislation was enacted.
 
 
 Speaker Om Birla subsequently declared the outcome of the vote. He stated, "Pending any errors, Ayes 288, Noes 232. The motion has been approved with a majority supporting it."
 
 
 After integrating suggestions from the Joint Parliamentary Committee that reviewed the initial legislation, which was presented in August of the previous year, the updated bill was reintroduced by the government.
 
 
 This legislation aims to revise the 1995 Act with the objective of enhancing the governance and oversight of waqf assets within India. Its primary goals include addressing deficiencies present in earlier versions of the law, boosting the effectiveness of Waqf councils, refining the registration procedures, and amplifying the utilization of technological solutions for maintaining waqf documentation. (ANI)
 
 
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Landmark Passage: Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy Speaks on Historic Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 in Lok Sabha

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 Bengaluru (Karnataka), India, April 3 (ANI):
 Union Minister
 HD Kumaraswamy
 referred to as the passing of the
 Waqf Amendment Bill 2025
 In the Lok Sabha, they called it a "transformational step," stating that the Union Government remains committed to implementing reforms that promote equity and transparency.
 
 
 "Historic moment! The WAQF Amendment Bill 2025 has been passed in the Lok Sabha, marking a significant step towards transparency and justice. Under the visionary leadership of Hon'ble PM Shri Narendra Modi avaru, the Union Government continues to ensure reforms that uphold fairness and accountability. Applaud this transformative move!" Kumaraswamy posted on X.
 
 
 BJP lawmaker Dilip Saikia stated that the Muslim community will reap significant advantages from the Waqf Amendment Bill.
 
 
 "The behaviour of AIMIM Chief Asasuddin Owaisi in the
 parliament
 "is unconstitutional... The Muslim community will receive significant advantages from the Waqf Amendment Bill... This legislation is groundbreaking and will finally bring an end to the opposition's policy of appeasement," stated Saikia.
 
 
 Earlier today, the Lok Sabha approved the
 Waqf Amendment Bill 2025
 Following an extended marathon debate where members of the India bloc vehemently contested the bill, asserting it would undermine principles, the BJP along with its partners robustly endorsed it. They argued that the legislation would foster greater openness and improve the efficacy of Waqf boards.
 
 
 The bill was approved following the rejection of amendments proposed by the opposition members. The session continued past midnight to ensure the legislation was enacted.
 
 
 Speaker Om Birla subsequently declared the outcome of the vote. He stated, "Pending any errors, Ayes 288, Noes 232. The motion has been approved with a majority supporting it," he noted.
 
 
 The updated bill was presented by the government following the incorporation of suggestions from the Joint Parliamentary Committee that reviewed the legislation initially introduced in August of the previous year.
 
 
 The bill seeks to amend the Act of 1995. The Bill seeks to improve the administration and management of waqf properties in India. It aims to overcome the shortcomings of the previous act and enhance the efficiency of Waqf boards, improving the registration process and increasing the role of technology in managing waqf records. (ANI)
 
 
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EXCLUSIVA: Mike celebra victoria tras Florida consolidar mayoría republicana en la Cámara de Representantes

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 EXCLUSIVA:
 
 El presidente de la Cámara de Representantes, el republicano Mike Johnson, festeja la victoria del partido GOP en dos ocasiones.
 elecciones especiales celebradasFlorida ,
 A pesar de los enérgicos esfuerzos del partido Demócrata para recolectar dinero.
 
 
 "Las victorias contundentes y con doble digito en Florida vuelven a demostrar que los estadounidenses siguen entusiasmados por continuar votando por los republicanos de la Cámara de Representantes, incluso después de ser marginados y desvalorizados por las narrativas engañosas de los medios de información", afirmó Johnson a Fox News Digital.
 
 
 "Jimmy Patronis y Randy Fine serán ahora las voces poderosas de Florida y nuestro país, quienes nos asistirán a llevar a cabo la misión que los electores nos han confiado en el Congreso," agregó.
 
 
 
 LOS LIBERALES OBTIENEN LA VICTORIA EN LOS PRIMEROS COMICIOS ESTATALES SIGNIFICATIVOS DE 2025, TRANSFORMÁNDOLO EN UNA CONSULTA POPULAR ENTRE MUSK Y MUSKA.
 
 
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 Celebra que la Cámara deRepresentantes del GOP esté ahora “completa” luego de iniciar el año y el período tricenal del gobierno republicano con una ventaja sumamente estrecha, seguida por dos importantes deserciones durante la reconducción de la administración Trump.
 
 
 Dijo Johnson: 'Los demócratas se encuentran desestructurados y, pese a haber gastado cientos de millones de dólares sin sentido, fueron incapaces de promover sus ideologías extrema y radical que el público rechaza'. Además mencionó que ‘con toda la bancada republicana en la Cámara ya funcionando, seguiremos adelante con las políticas América Primero impulsadas por el presidente Trump y protegeremos nuestra posición mayoritaria hasta 2026’.
 
 
 
 LEER EN LA APLICACIÓN FOX NEWS
 
 
 
 Las victorias de Patronis, quien fungió como tesorero de Florida, y del senador estatal Fine indican que los republicanos contarán con una mayoría momentánea de 220-213 en la Cámara.
 
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 Los demócratas cuentan con dos posiciones abiertas después de eso.
 reciente muerte de
 dos legisladores.
 
 
 No obstante, hasta que esto cambie, Johnson podrá tolerar hasta tres ausencias de miembros del partido Republicano en cualquier votación.
 
 
 Sus votos serán esenciales para Johnson al momento de implementar la agenda del presidente Donald Trump sin mucha o ninguna respaldo demócrata, especialmente cuando los republicanos busquen sacar adelante una legislación significativa usando ese procedimiento.
 de reconciliación presupuestaria
 .
 
 
 
 UN ANTERIOR COLABORADOR DE DeSantis VENCE A UN REPRESENTANTE DEL PARTIDO DEMÓCRATA POR EL ASIENTO DE MATT GAetz EN LA CAMARA BAJA
 
 
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 Bien Ganó su competencia de carreras contra
 el demócrata Josh Weil
 Con aproximadamente el 57% de los votos en el sexto distrito congresual de Florida. Se postuló para remplazar al Consejero de Seguridad Nacional Mike Waltz.
 
 
 En el Primer Distrito Congresual de Florida, donde el exrepresentante republicano Matt Gaetz dejó un puesto vacante al renunciar para intentar sin éxito ser fiscal general, Patronis superó a la demócrata Gay Valimont por una diferencia similar.
 
 
 Tanto el primer como el segundo distrito muestran una tendencia predominante hacia los candidatos republicanos, aunque los demócratas han realizado significativos esfuerzos para recolectar fondos.
 


 
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McMorrow Joins Michigan Senate Battle, Focusing on Working-Class Voters

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(DIwida.Blog & News) -- Michigan State Senator
 Mallory McMorrow
 , whose fiery floor
 speech
 gained national attention in 2022, announced that she will run for the US Senate seat being vacated by retiring Democrat Gary Peters.


 McMorrow, a Democrat from suburban Detroit, said her campaign will break from what she described as her party’s over-reliance on polarizing social debates. Instead, she plans to run a centrist, economically focused campaign aimed at winning back middle-class voters who drifted toward Donald Trump in last year’s election.


 “It’s Time for a New American Dream,” will be the campaign’s theme, McMorrow said in an interview. “There are far too many Michiganders who do not fundamentally believe that the American dream is attainable.”

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 In 2022, McMorrow gained recognition when she strongly refuted a false claim made by a Republican counterpart accusing her of supporting the grooming of minors. During an address that became widely circulated online, she affirmed her self-identity as "a straight, white, Christian, married mother from suburbia" and declared her refusal to allow hatred to prevail.


 Her task ahead for the 2026 Senate race will be attracting working-class voters who still have doubts about Democratic leadership due to rising inflation rates that surged in 2021 and 2022 during former President Joe Biden's tenure. Trump’s
 pro-tariff
 Anti-immigration measures are viewed by working-class voters as significant tools for safeguarding employment against both imported goods and foreign labor.


 McMorrow stated that she plans to highlight her tenure in the Michigan Senate, during which she was part of both the Economic and Community Development Committee and the Appropriations Committee. She helped attract new businesses to the state and established an annual fund worth $50 million aimed at promoting affordable housing.


 McMorrow stated she will argue that Trump and Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency are not valid.
 working
 For the people, this is a frequent theme echoed by many Democratic legislators.


 When individuals hear 'MAGA,' they reminisce about the better times in the past," McMorrow stated. "They are cutting back on Medicare and Medicaid programs. This reduction is being redirected to provide tax cuts for wealthy individuals. What I'm conveying is that these benefits are being taken away from ordinary citizens.


 However, she intends to critique the Democratic Party's communication strategy as well, pointing out that the party might push away potential voters by presuming their worries according to their demographic characteristics.


 “Democrats need to stop patronizing people,” she said. “Oh, you’re a woman, you must care about abortion. If you’re Hispanic, you must care about immigration. Democrats talk about people without talking to them.”


 Nevertheless, she has promoted laws that resonate strongly with progressive constituents. McMorrow helped draft the initial version of a ballot measure that ultimately enshrined legal abortion in Michigan’s state constitution. Additionally, she supported bills aimed at tackling issues related to gun violence.


 “Even if you’re in minority, you still have to fight,” McMorrow said.


 So far, no other candidates have formally entered the race. Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, a fellow Michigan Democrat, said in February that he would not run.


 (Updates with McMorrow comment in penultimate paragraph.)


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(DIwida.Blog & News) -- Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow , whose fiery floor speech gained national attention in 2022, announced that she will run for the US Senate seat being vacated by …

ガソリン暫定税率廃止暗礁立民・野田氏「野党まとまれば実現」も国民民主は距離

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 ガソリン税に上乗せされている暫定税率の廃止に向けた議論が暗礁に乗り上げている。昨年12月に自民、公明、国民民主の3党が廃止で合意したにもかかわらず、その後の協議が停滞し、廃止時期が一向に定まらないためだ。立憲民主党の野田佳彦代表は、日本維新の会や国民民主と連携し、暫定税率の廃止法案の国会提出に意欲を見せるが、野党各党の思惑や感情的な対立も絡んで一致した行動を取れずにいる。


 「具体的にいつから暫定税率をやめるのか、3党協議を再開すべきだ」


 国民民主の古川元久代表代行は2日の記者会見でこう訴えた。


 暫定税率の廃止は昨年12月、自民の森山裕、公明の西田実仁、国民民主の榛葉賀津也の各幹事長が会談で取りまとめた合意文書に明記された。ところが、その後、自民と国民民主は暫定税率の廃止と併せて協議していた「年収103万円の壁」の引き上げに関して意見が折り合わず関係が悪化、廃止時期の決定は先送りされた。


 玉木氏、与党との交渉に軸足


 一方、高校授業料無償化で自民、公明両党と合意した維新も今夏をめどにした暫定税率の廃止を掲げ、3月27日から与党側と協議を始めた。ただ、自民の宮沢洋一税調会長は「技術的にいくつか難しい点がある」と難色を示した。


 維新と国民民主がそれぞれ自民の「壁」に直面する中、立民の野田氏が野党の糾合に動く。30日、新潟県で講演し、「野党がまとまれば（暫定税率の廃止は）できる」と訴えた。廃止法案の施行日は7月1日とする方針も明らかにした。


 もっとも、野田氏の呼びかけで野党が大同団結できるかどうかは見通せない。


 維新の岩谷良平幹事長は「与党が暫定税率の廃止に後ろ向きならば他の野党と廃止に向けた法案を提出することもある」と語るが、国民民主の玉木雄一郎代表は「昨年12月の自公国の合意は生きていると思っている」と述べ、あくまで与党との交渉に軸足を置く姿勢を見せる。


 立民、国民民主と維新の間には暫定税率廃止を巡る遺恨も残る。3党は3月に暫定税率の廃止法案の提出を目指し、立民と国民民主は4月からの廃止を掲げていたが、維新は「地方税収に大きな影響が生じる」などとして離脱した。


 その後、維新は今夏をめどに廃止する方針を打ち出したが、国民民主は新たに取りまとめた経済対策で6月までの廃止を訴えた。維新幹部が「（国民民主は）いつも後出しや」と批判するなど、野党間の溝は深い。（永原慎吾、深津響）

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ガソリン税に上乗せされている暫定税率の廃止に向けた議論が暗礁に乗り上げている。昨年12月に自民、公明、国民民主の3党が廃止で合意したにもかかわらず、その後の協議が停滞し、廃止時期が一向に定まらないためだ。立憲民主党の野田佳彦代表は、日本維新の会や国民民主と連携し、暫定税率の廃止法案の国会提出に意欲を見せるが、野党各党の思惑や感情的な対立も絡んで一致した行動を取れずにいる。「具体的にいつから…

Residents Swarm 'Hands Off' Protest at Heritage Plaza

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 On Saturday afternoon, as part of nationwide demonstrations, numerous residents from Yolo County filled the sidewalks along Main Street in front of Heritage Plaza and the Opera House to voice their opposition to President Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and the administration’s latest moves regarding government reduction, economic policies, human rights, and various other topics.


 As a large demonstration was happening simultaneously at the state Capitol, people filled Heritage Plaza from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., sending a strong message of " Hands Off" to the present government.


 As reported by ABC News, over 1,200 " Hands Off! " demonstrations were scheduled across the country by more than 150 different entities such as civil rights associations, trade unions, LGBTQ+ supporters, veteran groups, and proponents of unbiased elections. These events were set to take place at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., various state capitals, and multiple sites spanning all 50 states.


 Heritage Plaza has hosted two significant anti-administration demonstrations recently. The initial event occurred on February 3rd, themed "A Day Without Immigrants." Following this, another rally was orchestrated by Brown Issues on March 8th in solidarity with undocumented immigrants.

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Dems Hoped Biden Would Withdraw or Step Down: Book

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<a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/democrats/index.html">
 Democrats
 </a>
 had been covertly plotting regarding the previous President
 <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/joe-biden/index.html">
 Joe Biden
 </a>
 to
 <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13585511/Joe-Biden-drops-2024-presidential-race-debate-disaster.html">
 withdraw from the presidential contest
 </a>
 Or even "pass away in office" as early as 2023, according to a scathing new book.


 Senior party members, headed by the ex-Vice President,
 <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/kamala-harris/index.html">
 Kamala Harris
 </a>
 communications director Jamal Simmons developed backup strategies for numerous scenarios ahead of the 2024 election.


 One possibility mentioned was "Biden could pass away during his term," as stated by Jonathan Allen and Amie Parnes.
 <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14496821/joe-biden-kamala-harris-donald-trump-debate.html">
 forthcoming book "Fight: The Most Intense Battle for the White House"
 </a>


 The book states, 'They aimed to ensure that the party was prepared for all potential scenarios should Biden initiate his campaign and subsequently withdraw before the primaries began; or alternatively, if he secured numerous primary victories but became unable to proceed afterward.'
 <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/books/2025/mar/26/democrats-biden-withdraw">
 according to The Guardian.
 </a>


 'If he obtained sufficient delegates to secure the nomination but withdrew prior to a floor vote at the convention and consequently created an opening at the head of the ticket after accepting the nomination.'


 The secretive gatherings centered around what the party guidelines outlined for such scenarios and discussed whether those regulations should be altered, particularly if the president was unwilling or unable to continue their term.


 One of the plans they developed was a 'hit list' of judges who might administer the oath of office to Harris if President Harris, aged 81 at the time, were to pass away, according to the book, which references two anonymous sources.


 Simmons did not inform the Vice President about the death-pool roster prior to departing her camp in January 2023. However, she suggested to her peers that they should alert him right away if anything occurred to Biden, as he had developed a comprehensive communication plan for such situations, according to the book.


 He subsequently handed over the spreadsheet to another assistant working with Harris.


 One official participating in confidential discussions emphasized the concern that Biden might not arrive.
 <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/us-elections-2024/index.html">
 election
 </a>
 As Allen and Parnes pointed out: “This demonstrates the efforts required to adapt under our specific conditions, which involved supporting someone over 80 years old who was seeking office.”

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 Nevertheless, Biden stayed committed to pursuing a second term, supported by his spouse, the former First Lady Jill Biden—despite this challenge.
 <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14213159/joe-biden-senile-presidency-gaffes-stumbles-mental-decline-scandal.html">
 went through a string of public blunders and mistakes.
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 But when Biden
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 came face-to-face with Republican nominee Donald Trump
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 During the summertime debate, the president's diminishing mental sharpness became unmistakable.


 Following this, ex-President Barack Obama and various dignitaries such as former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi,
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 moved forward to attempt persuading Biden to resign.
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 Simultaneously, they started viewing Harris as the sole option.


 "One seasoned agent encapsulated the sentiment of Democrats who were concerned about potentially ending up with Harris but still desired Biden’s departure by stating, 'At least she has a heartbeat,'" Allen and Parnes write in their upcoming book set for release next week.


 On July 21, Biden ultimately declared that he would not pursue re-election and threw his support behind Harris to become the party's candidate for president.


 Nevertheless, he continued to demand unwavering loyalty from his vice president, as stated in the book.

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 It
 <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/galleries/article-14498389/Bidens-three-word-warning-Kamala-debate-Trump.html">
 states that on the day of Harris' initial debate with Trump, Biden phoned the vice president to get some encouragement.
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 Nevertheless, it ended up being mostly about safeguarding Biden's legacy, accompanied by a brief three-word caution.


 "No daylight, kid," Biden allegedly told the then 59-year-old Harris.


 The former president would
 
 frequently employed that phrase to link John McCain with George W. Bush before the 2008 election when he was running alongside him.
 
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 Ultimately, Allen and Parnes proposed that regardless of whether Harris triumphed or faltered in her contest against Trump, she would damage him solely by making their separation public. Meanwhile, Biden’s team stayed loyal to her campaign.
 


 
 At some point, according to the authors, Sean Clegg—a Harris aide not trusted by the Biden team—was assisting the vice president in preparing for an event alongside his running mate, Tim Walz. During this preparation, she began enumerating various achievements they had both made together.
 


 
 According to the book, Clegg swiftly intervened.
 


 "Wait, wait, wait! Let’s not do this. Let’s avoid revisiting old times," Clegg stated, as mentioned in an earlier publication excerpt.
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 Regarding this comment, Clegg was apparently barred from attending future media preparation sessions by veteran Democratic communication strategist Stephanie Cutter.

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 Aides for Harris have alleged that the Biden campaign intentionally refrained from collaborating with them due to the president deciding to step down.


 Previously, Biden was blamed by senior Harris advisor David Plouffe for her loss because he refused to drop out of the race sooner.


 He asserted that no Democratic nominee could have triumphed without an appropriate primary process—a mistake he referred to as 'the cardinal sin' of the campaign.


 He mentioned that he was surprised by the internal poll results once he eventually became part of the team.
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 Biden
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 left with fewer than four months remaining, a circumstance he termed "disastrous."


 "When I entered, it was the first time I actually saw the figures behind the scenes, and they were quite horrifying," he shared with The Atlantic.


 Ultimately, Harris and Walz
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 lost all of the battleground states to Trump
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 resulting in a decisive Electoral College victory.


 This was the first time since 2004 that a Democrat ticket lost the popular vote, making it only the second occurrence since 1988.

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Judge Tells Dismissed Government Watchdogs: Little Can Be Done

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 Eight inspectors general were suddenly dismissed by President
 Donald Trump
 At the beginning of his second term, he appeared in federal court on Thursday to contest his dismissal—a slim-chance case that still managed to create sparks during the oral arguments.
 
 
 On Thursday, U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes conceded that it would be challenging for the court to bring back the eight removed inspectors general. These officials were among a larger cohort of 17 governmental oversight officers suddenly dismissed by Trump at the start of his second term in office, just four days after taking over the White House.
 
 
 Last month, in a legal case, the eight inspectors general contested their dismissals as “both unlawful and unjustified” and requested to be returned to their positions—a solution that Reyes admitted on Thursday would be extremely challenging to implement, particularly if she determined that their removal from office was unconstitutional.
 
 
 “Unless you provide me with compelling reasons,” she stated to the plaintiffs, “I fail to understand how I can return the inspectors general to their positions.”
 
 
 
 FORMER GOVERNMENT OVERSIGHT OFFICIAL STATES THAT TRUMP IS ENTITLED TO REMOVE HIM FROM HIS POSITION
 
 
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 Reyes proposed that the most the court could award would be back wages. Despite this, she conveyed to all involved, “It’s undeniable that the dismissal of these individuals—the manner in which they were let go—contravened legal standards.”
 
 
 
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 The initial court hearing for an injunction took place over a month following the lawsuit filed by the eight dismissed inspectors general, who argued that their removal was unconstitutional. The plaintiffs requested the judge to reinstate them in their roles, emphasizing in their submission, “President Trump’s effort to eradicate this vital and long-standing provider of unbiased, non-partisan scrutiny of his administration goes against legal principles.”
 
 
 Nevertheless, these solutions are seen as a long shot — and proponents of Trump argue that the president had the authority within his purview as outlined by Article II of the Constitution, previous Supreme Court rulings, and revisions to federal policies to make such staffing choices.
 
 
 
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 In 2022, Congress
 Updated its Inspector General Act from 1978
 , which previously mandated that a president inform Congress of any "reasons" at least 30 days prior to making any decisions. This notification requirement was revised in 2022 to mandate providing merely a "detailed substantive justification, complete with specific and case-related explanations," for such actions.
 
 
 The 30-day timeframe was a key point during Thursday’s hearing, as the court deliberated on whether inspectors general should be classified as 'principal' officers or as lesser officials.
 
 
 The director of presidential personnel at the White House has stated that these dismissals align with that necessity, reflecting "shifting focuses" within the administration.
 
 
 The Senate Judiciary Committee Chair, Chuck Grassley from Iowa who belongs to the Republican party, proposed at an earlier date that Congress ought to receive greater details regarding the causes behind these dismissals; however, his position lately has been one of refraining from providing further commentary on the issue.
 
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 As for Reyes, she apparently was not swayed by the plaintiffs' request for urgent redress before.
 
 
 She chose not to approve their previous request for a temporary restraining order—a stringent legal hurdle that demands plaintiffs demonstrate “irreparable” and imminent damage due to the actions—and informed both sides during the proceeding that unless fresh or significant evidence emerges, she has no intention of ruling in favor of the plaintiffs at the upcoming broader preliminary injunction hearing.
 


 
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Eight inspectors general were suddenly dismissed by President Donald Trump At the beginning of his second term, he appeared in federal court on Thursday to contest his dismissal—a slim-chan…