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Biden grants controversial blanket PARDONS to Fauci, Milley and Jan. 6 Committee members Former President Joe Biden issued a series of pardons to high-profile figures, including Dr. Anthony Fauci, retired Gen. Mark Milley and House committee members investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol attack. The pardons mark a dramatic departure from traditional practices and set a precedent for future administrations, as they preemptively shield individuals from potential legal repercussions. Biden cited the […]

This is a rush transcript. Copy may not be in its final form.AMY GOODMAN: The ceasefire in Gaza has entered its second day. On Sunday, Hamas released three Israeli women who had been held captive for 471 days, since October 7th, 2023. All three were reported in stable condition as they reunited with their families. Israel released 90 Palestinian prisoners — all women and children, the youngest being 15 years […]

Trump deploys 1,500 troops to southern border, plans for 10,000 in major security overhaul President Trump deploys 1,500 active-duty troops to the U.S.-Mexico border to enhance security and combat illegal immigration. The deployment is part of a broader plan that could involve up to 10,000 troops, signaling a shift from Biden’s open-border policies. Troops will assist with logistics, transportation, and barrier construction but are barred from direct law enforcement activities. The administration […]

Tech Billionaires Share Stage as Donald Trump Takes Oath of Office as 47th U.S. PresidentTrump Declares Emergency at Southern Border, Promising "Millions and Millions" of DeportationsTrump Pardons 1,500 Capitol Rioters Including Proud Boys and Oath KeepersBiden Grants Clemency to Indigenous Political Prisoner Leonard PeltierTrump Withdraws U.S. from Paris Climate Agreement Trump Withdraws from WHO, Rolls Back LGBTQ Rights and Puts Cuba Back on Terrorism ListSenate Votes 99-0 to Confirm Marco Rubio […]

Trump criticizes Biden and his “very bad advisors” for escalating global conflicts, botching Afghanistan withdrawal President Donald Trump criticized former President Joe Biden for being misled by "very bad advisors" on foreign policy, particularly regarding Ukraine and Israel, weakening the U.S. globally. Trump claimed the Ukraine conflict could have been avoided under his leadership and vowed to resolve it within 100 days through his envoy, Keith Kellogg. He warned Russia to […]

This is a rush transcript. Copy may not be in its final form.AMY GOODMAN: President Donald Trump was sworn in Monday as the nation’s 47th president. The inauguration took place inside the U.S. Capitol, the same spot where Trump supporters staged an insurrection January 6th, 2021, in a violent attempt to keep him in power after he lost the 2020 race to Joe Biden. Hours after Monday’s inauguration, Trump granted […]

U.S. launches $500B AI initiative to counter China’s tech advancements President Donald Trump announced the $500 billion "Stargate" initiative on Jan. 21, aiming to establish AI data centers nationwide, create over 100,000 jobs and secure the U.S. position as a global AI leader. Backed by major tech companies like OpenAI, SoftBank, Oracle and Microsoft, the initiative received immediate funding of $100 billion, with the remaining $400 billion to be distributed […]

This is a rush transcript. Copy may not be in its final form.AMY GOODMAN: This is Democracy Now!, democracynow.org, The War and Peace Report. I’m Amy Goodman, with Juan González. During Monday’s inauguration, Donald Trump repeated his threat to retake the Panama Canal. The U.S. controlled the waterway since the early 20th century, but in 1977 President Jimmy Carter signed a landmark treaty to give Panama control of its canal. […]

“Off Grid Survival Skills” Episode 2: From driveway nuisance to superfood – the untapped potential of acorns in modern diets Episode 2 of "Off Grid Survival Skills," airing Feb. 2, focuses on the potential of acorns as a sustainable food source, featuring foraging expert Scott Sexton. Viewers will learn how to identify over 600 species of oak trees and properly harvest their acorns, essential skills for sustainable living. Traditional and modern […]