Politics

Chandler Fire Department Earns Certified Autism Center™ Designation Following Specialized Training

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Chandler Fire Department completes autism-specific training, becomes a Certified Autism Center™

The Chandler Fire Department has achieved the prestigious Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation, a recognition awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This milestone highlights the department’s dedication to providing compassionate and inclusive services to autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals in the community. To earn the CAC designation, at least 80% … Read more

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs Announces New Task Force to Combat Border Drug Trafficking

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Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs Announces New Task Force to Combat Border Drug Trafficking

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs took to the state’s southern border on Monday to unveil a bold new initiative aimed at tackling the rampant drug trafficking plaguing the region. Standing alongside Border Patrol agents at the Nogales Port of Entry, Hobbs introduced “Task Force SAFE,” a strategic operation designed to clamp down on fentanyl smuggling and … Read more

President-Elect Trump’s Mass Deportation Plan Raises Concerns in Illinois

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President-Elect Trump's Mass Deportation Plan Raises Concerns in Illinois

 President-elect Donald Trump’‘s proposal to use the U.S. military for mass deportations has sparked significant concern in Illinois, with local leaders and advocacy groups raising alarms about the legality and impact of such a plan. Trump’s announcement on Monday that he would declare a national emergency to fulfill his campaign promise of mass deportations has … Read more

Democrat Ruben Gallego Makes History with Arizona Senate Win

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Democrat Ruben Gallego Makes History with Arizona Senate Win

 In a closely watched election, Democrat Ruben Gallego achieved a groundbreaking victory, securing Arizona’s U.S. Senate seat by defeating Republican Kari Lake. Gallego’s triumph marks a significant moment as he becomes Arizona’s first Latino senator in its 112-year history. According to 12 News, Gallego won 51.1% of the vote, while Lake received 47.7%, with a … Read more

Trump Reportedly Weighing Criminal Charges for Military Leaders Over Afghanistan Withdrawal

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$151 Billion Spent on Illegal Immigration in 2023, Report Finds

In a development stirring political and military circles, former President Donald Trump’s transition team is reportedly exploring the possibility of prosecuting U.S. military leaders over their roles in the 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan. Sources close to the matter suggest that charges under consideration range as high as treason. According to NBC News, Trump’s team is … Read more

U.S. Immigration Judges Deport 3,500 Nepalis, Decline Noted Under Biden Administration

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U.S. Immigration Judges Issue Deportation Orders for 3,500 Nepalis, Decline Noted Under Biden

 About 3,500 Nepalis have received deportation orders from U.S. immigration judges; under the Biden administration, this number has decreased. A rise in “credible fear” denials coincided with the deportation orders issued to 12 Nepalis in October 2024. 52 of the 176 Nepali asylum cases examined in October were granted refuge, 31 were terminated, and 43 … Read more

Transgender Youth Flood Crisis Hotlines Amid Fears Over Trump’s Policies

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President-Elect Trump's Mass Deportation Plan Raises Concerns in Illinois

Fear of potential policy changes that might target their rights has led transgender youth in the United States to seek help in record numbers since Donald Trump’s election. Many are worried about the rollback of protections, particularly the potential exclusion of transgender students from Title IX protections,  which cover issues like bathroom use, pronouns, and … Read more

Special Counsel Jack Smith and His Team to Resign Before Trump Takes Office

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Special counsel Jack Smith and his team to resign before Trump takes office

Special Counsel Jack Smith and his team are planning to resign before President-elect Donald Trump assumes office, according to a source familiar with the matter. Smith’s office has been working on two federal criminal cases against Trump, but the Justice Department’s policy prohibits charging a sitting president with a crime. Smith has been overseeing investigations into … Read more

Juan Ciscomani, an Arizona Republican, secures victory in reelection

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Juan Ciscomani, an Arizona Republican, secures victory in reelection

Rep. John Ciscomani, a Republican from Arizona, has emerged victorious in his reelection campaign for Arizona’s 6th Congressional District. In a closely contested race for the seat representing the suburban areas of Tucson, Arizona, Ciscomani emerged victorious by defeating Democratic challenger Kirsten Engel. This election marked a rematch between the two candidates, with the incumbent … Read more

Protestors gather outside Georgian parliament demanding a new election with focus on European integration

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Protestors gather outside Georgian parliament demanding a new election with focus on European integration

In ongoing protests against the ruling party’s claim of victory in the parliamentary election on October 26, thousands of opposition supporters gathered in Tbilisi, Georgia’s capital. Allegations that Russia was involved in tampering with the election results have fueled the protests. A crowd of protesters gathered outside the Georgian parliament, waving both Georgian and European … Read more