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As Iranian Americans watch the rapid escalation of the war, some fear that their native country, and perhaps the whole Middle East, could descend into chaos. LA Times
In the last week, Trump has instigated or been forced to navigate a stunning cascade of political threats, but has remained defiant, sounding more unbothered than embattled. LA Times
Iranian Angelenos are turning to a patchwork of communication apps, social media and cable news for updates on their loved ones some 7,500 miles away. LA Times
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Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s wife -- Rama Duwaji – once liked a social media post claiming Hamas’ rapes of Israelis during the Oct. 7, 2003 terror attack were a “mass hoax,” according to a new report. New York Post
VOA VIEW: They are both anti America idiots.
The offensive comes as latest estimates show the Kremlin is facing staggering losses in the four-year war – more than 1.2 million troops have been taken out and over 81,000 vehicles and fuel tanks destroyed, according to March 7 damage assessments from Ukraine’s armed forces. New York Post
VOA VIEW: Russia is losing big,
Ali Larijani, one of Iran’s remaining leaders, issued a chilling warning Saturday that President Trump must “pay the price” – following US and Israeli strikes that have decimated Tehran’s top figures. New York Post
VOA VIEW: He may soon be dead.
President Trump, who values loyalty, has at times tried to distance himself from his administration’s own actions when they become politically toxic. New York Times
After the House passed a bill on Thursday to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through September, the House Committee on Appropriations issued a statement asserting that the passage demonstrates "bipartisan support for protecting the nation" while blaming the standoff on a "Senate Democrat-instigated shutdown." OANN
VOA VIEW: The Dems were at fault.
As Operation Epic Fury nears its seventh day, the U.S.-Israeli offensive against Iran has spiraled into a broader regional conflict, with Israeli strikes now reaching deep into Beirut. Throughout the night and into early Friday morning, Israeli warplanes pounded Dahiyeh, the Beirut stronghold of the Iranian-backed terror group Hezbollah. OANN
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President Donald Trump said Saturday that the United States and Latin American countries are banding together to combat violent cartels as his administration looks to demonstrate it remains committed to sharpening U.S. foreign policy focus on the Western Hemisphere even while dealing with five-alarm crises around the globe. Washington Times
New York Attorney General Letitia James questioned the Border Patrol's version of events that led up to the death of a migrant in the state late last month, calling it "unreliable" and saying there are too many unanswered questions. Washington Times
VOA VIEW: James is an idiot.
A Pentagon policy limiting journalists' access to the building is depriving Americans of vital information about U.S. military operations while the country is at war, a New York Times attorney argued Friday in urging a judge to block the new rules. Washington Times
VOA VIEW: The judge does not the authority.
All six service members died during an unmanned aircraft system attack in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait. CBS
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The Department of Justice released another batch of files relating to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, admitting to coding errors in the release of the files, resulting in some files being "mistakenly withheld." CBS
Severe storms were sweeping across the central U.S., and forecasters warned tornadoes could turn dangerous across several states. CBS
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian apologized to the country's regional neighbors for retaliatory airstrikes against the U.S. and Israel's barrage of attacks. President Trump reacted to the apology on Saturday, calling Iran "the loser of the Middle East." CBS
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Italian Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, 68, is currently the Holy See's ambassador to the United Nations in New York. CBS
In July, Prasad was briefly forced from his job, but was reinstated less than two weeks later. CBS
The time change known as daylight savings is set to start for 2026, meaning most Americans will lose an hour of sleep when they "spring forward" on Sunday, March 8. CBS
Video of last year's fatal shooting of Ruben Ray Martinez obtained by CBS News appears to contradict claims that Martinez was shot by an ICE agent because he "accelerated" and "intentionally ran over" another agent. CBS
The Justice Department on Friday asked a federal appeals court to overturn a lower court ruling that invalidated President Trump's executive orders targeting four major law firms. CBS
VOA VIEW: As they should.
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President Trump predicted the destruction not just of college sports but the entire U.S. collegiate system unless the industry is fixed quickly. CBS
Brent oil prices could spike above $100 per barrel if the Gulf Arab countries run out of storage space and shut down production, according to JPMorgan. CNBC
The U.S. says it has hit more than 3,000 Iranian targets in the first week of the war, as Iran's president vows to halt attacks on neighbors. CNBC
VOA VIEW: It was no mistake,
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An unusual swell of Canadian patriotism seen after Trump's threats and tariffs last year has evolved into a new social and economic order. CNBC
Travelers who are far from falling missiles, drone attacks and other geopolitical flashpoints aren't immune to ripple effects. CNBC
A new report warns that the U.S. could lose its dominance in space to China in the next few years. CNBC
VOA VIEW: Liberal media stupidity.
Some Americans are using AI chatbots for therapy. Mental health experts share when it is, and isn't, safe to use those tools for emotional support. CNBC
CBP told Judge Richard Eaton that the technology upgrades it plans would save more than 4 million man-hours in processing refunds for Trump's tariffs. CNBC
Miran said in a CNBC interview that the Fed should be focusing more on supporting the labor market than worrying about inflation. CNBC
Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase 50,000 in February while the unemployment rate held steady at 4.3%. CNBC
The average IRS tax refund is up 10.6%, based on early filing data. Here's what you can expect. CNBC
VOA VIEW: Trump and the GOP were right.
The U.S. military conducted a targeted strike against a narco-terrorist network in Ecuador in a joint operation with Ecuadorian forces, SOUTHCOM officials said. FOX News
President Donald Trump announced at Saturday's "Shield of the Americas" summit in Florida that a new military coalition will focus on cartels. UPI
President Donald Trump warned Saturday that "Iran will be hit very hard" in the wake of Iran's rejection of his call for "unconditional surrender." UPI
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Soros and his ilk are idiots. Philadelphia’s top prosecutor, a George Soros-backed district attorney, is facing scrutiny and backlash after vowing to "hunt" down federal immigration agents as city leaders move to curb ICE operations.
Speaking during a morning event outside City Hall tied to newly unveiled "ICE OUT" legislation, District Attorney Larry Krasner sharply criticized Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers. "This is a small bunch of wannabe Nazis. That’s what they are," Krasner said. "In a country of 350 million, we outnumber them. If we have to hunt you down the way they hunted down Nazis for decades, we will find your identities. We will find you. We will achieve justice."
Krasner made the remarks as Philadelphia City Councilmembers Kendra Brooks and Rue Landau introduced a sweeping package of bills aimed at sharply limiting how ICE can operate within city limits.
The proposed legislation would bar ICE agents from using city-owned property, restrict cooperation between city agencies and federal immigration authorities, prohibit data sharing, and limit agents’ access to public facilities — including libraries, shelters and health centers — without a judicial warrant. framed his comments as a defense of constitutional rights and accused federal authorities of overreach, while praising individuals who film ICE agents during enforcement actions. Critics, however, said the language escalated tensions and raised concerns about rhetoric directed at federal law enforcement officers.
The remarks come just weeks after Pennsylvania lawmakers warned Krasner and Philadelphia County Sheriff Rochelle Bilal that any attempt to prosecute or interfere with ICE officers carrying out federal duties could trigger serious legal consequences and potential intervention from Harrisburg.
Earlier this month, Krasner warned that "any ICE agent [that] is going to come to Philly to commit crimes" should "get the ‘eff’ out of here," saying he would charge, arrest and prosecute such agents. He also argued President Donald Trump would be unable to issue pardons because any cases would be brought at the state level.
