NOW ANOTHER LAWMAKER ATTENDING THE SECURITY CONFERENCE THERE IN GERMANY IS SENATOR MARK Kelly of Arizona. The retired Navy pilot just won a preliminary injunction against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who had attempted to punish him for participating in a video telling service members they can and must refuse illegal orders. While the ruling represented a win for Kelly, he tells our friend MSNOW's David Rode that there is no reason to celebrate.This is not good news. Just by trying to do that, they're try ...

You know what that said when you got the word that the court looked at the facts and went, get out of here. Well, the system in this case held. The system THAT IS THE BEAUTY OF A GRAND JURY OR ANY JURY, RIGHT.THE FOUNDERS ACTUALLY DESIGNED IT FOR EXACTLY THIS PURPOSE IN MIND. THAT YOU COULD HAVE A ROGUE RUNAWAY PRESIDENCY THAT'S GOING TO WEAPONIZE THE GOVERNMENT against political opponents, as we have in this case. But a jury of the peers are going to say, no, not on our watch.We're not going to do it. That ...

MEANWHILE, THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION IMMIGRATION OFFICIALS TESTIFIED YESTERDAY FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE FEDERAL AGENTS SHOT AND KILLED ALEX PREDY AND RENE GOOD in Minneapolis. Republicans on the House Homeland Security Committee were mostly supportive of the administration's immigration policies, but there was some pushback. We have now seen the deaths of two American citizens in Minnesota.This is all unacceptable and preventable. The safety and law enforcement and the communities they serve and protect must ...

just hours after Alex Preddy was shot and killed by federal agents, ICE agents and police were seen deploying tear gas near a preschool during enforcement operations. Thousands of miles away, dozens IMMIGRANT FAMILIES ARE SEEING PROTESTING BEHIND THE FENCES OF A TEXAS DETENTION FACILITY. IT'S WHERE A FIVE-YEAR-OLD ECUADORIAN BOY AND HIS FATHER WERE SENT THIS WEEK AFTER BEING DETAINED IN MINNESOTA.SOME OF THEM HOLDING SIGNS I THINK IT'S A LITTLE BIT OF THEIR LIBERTY FOR THE KIDS. AT THIS POINT, IT IS DIFFICU ...

Christmas has come early for Democrats and a growing group of Republicans who are warning every day that Donald Trump's second term is off the rails and dangerous. That gift comes in the form of a rare on there recitation of Donald Trump's manifest lack of suitability or fitness for the office he holds. Quote, an alcoholic's personality.That's how Donald Trump's current chief of staff. The effective CEO of Donald Trump's White House describes Donald Trump right now. That's her view right now to journalist a ...

Media Industry & Antitrust Concerns - Potential merger of Netflix and Warner Brothers raises antitrust concerns due to significant market share, requiring government review to prevent monopolies and protect consumers [2][3][4] - The Department of Justice (DOJ) has an antitrust division to test the legitimacy of market share, but the independence of the DOJ is crucial to avoid political interference [4][5] - Trump's prior involvement in the AT&T/Warner merger faced criticism, and his current expressed intent to be "personally involved" in the Netflix/Warner merger raises conflict of interest concerns [5][6][7] - Jared Kushner's involvement in a hostile bid by Paramount (backed by the Ellison's) to buy Warner instead of Netflix creates a conflict of interest, as his family could potentially profit [6][7] - Government intervention to favor specific companies or punish political opponents through media oversight could be an abuse of power [10] Political Influence & Power Dynamics - Concerns are raised about Donald Trump's attempts to shape culture and exert influence over government institutions, potentially undermining their independence [1][16][17] - Trump ousted the board of the Kennedy Center to install loyalists, deviating from the historical bipartisan balance [13][14] - Trump renamed the Institute of Peace after himself, indicating a pattern of personalizing government institutions [14] - The Trump administration is seeking more power before the Supreme Court, raising concerns about the potential for a monarchy-like system [15][17] - Justice Sotomayor warns that granting the president unqualified removal power could lead to a corrupt patronage system [17][20]

FBI director Cash Patel has shown an appreciation for the finer taxpayer funded trappings of his perch. Patel jets to his country singer girlfriend Alexis Wilkins concert on government air and now he's facing scrutiny for using SWAT teams to protect his lady at multiple events across the country. The FBI says Wilkins has received hundreds of threats, but current and former FBI officials told the New York Times that Patel seems to be relying on SWAT agents on an ad hoc basis, sometimes giving them little not ...

Epstein Files Investigation - The House Oversight Committee is leading the Epstein investigation, focusing on releasing the files and examining financial crimes [7][10] - A law was signed requiring the DOJ to release the Epstein files, but concerns exist that the DOJ might use ongoing investigations to delay the release [7][8] - A subpoena issued by the Oversight Committee doesn't have the same limitations as the law, ensuring the release of documents regardless of any "sham investigation" [6][9] - The committee is now looking into bank records to uncover financial crimes related to the Epstein case, specifically who paid large sums of money for abuse [10] - The goal is to hold accountable those involved in the Epstein case, regardless of their political affiliation or wealth, and to seek justice for the survivors [11] Allegations Against President Trump - President Trump is accused of using the government to target political enemies, including members of Congress [1][15] - Trump's actions are described as a pattern of using government for political and personal purposes, including intimidating the public and Congress [3] - Trump is allegedly trying to cover up the Epstein files, with accusations of White House involvement and obstruction of their release [5] - A housing official is accused of mortgage fraud allegations against Trump's political opponents, indicating abuse of power [13][15] Congressional Oversight - The House Oversight Committee is working to document abuses of power by the administration and ensure accountability [16] - The committee aims to protect members of Congress' ability to check and balance the executive branch [16]

So, we've got an MS Now exclusive. It turns out FBI director Cash Patel's country singer girlfriend is getting a taxpayerf funed security detail. Sources tell my colleague Carol Lenigan and I that agents from the FBI's SWAT unit in Nashville have been assigned to protect Alexis Wilkins, Patel's 27-year-old partner.She lives in Nashville. Experts say this is unprecedented. People familiar with FBI security protocols say the girlfriends of top officials have never received government staff security details.On ...

Political Obstruction & Congressional Function - A Congresswoman from Arizona was delayed 50 days before being sworn in, which is considered an abuse of power by obstructing a duly elected member of Congress for political reasons [1][2][5][13] - The Congresswoman signed a discharge petition to release the Epstein files, forcing a House vote to direct the Justice Department to release the files [2][3] - The delay prevented the Congresswoman from leasing office space and opening constituent services, hindering her ability to serve her constituents [7][14] - The situation highlights corruption and cover-ups within the administration, emphasizing the need for elected officials to call it out [9][10] - There is a need for bipartisan legislation to ensure that no duly elected member ever experiences such obstruction again, regardless of party affiliation [13] Public & Bipartisan Reaction - The Congresswoman's situation has resonated with people, even those who didn't vote for her, who recognize the injustice of the obstruction [15][17] - There is hope that the situation will prompt questions about other potential wrongdoings within the government [18] - Republican representatives from Arizona's delegation showed support, indicating bipartisan concern about the situation [17]