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ICE officers arrested at least five people in New York City immigration courts despite court orders banning such arrests in most cases. ICE justified the arrests by citing the criminal histories of the individuals and claiming the courts are the safest location for enforcement. Advocacy groups and attorneys argue the arrests violate court orders and create an intimidating effect.

A first-of-its-kind analysis by The Intercept found that women in the Army are more likely to be killed by fellow service members than enemy combatants. Between 2011 and August 2025, at least 41 Army women died by homicide, with over half of perpetrators being current or former military personnel. Research suggests the military’s hypermasculine culture contributes to violence against women.

Daniel 'Des' Sanchez Estrada received a 30-year prison sentence for transporting anarchist zines, part of a broader case under President Trump's NSPM-7 counterterrorism policy. The prosecution argued the zines, linked to anti-government ideologies, were concealed to obscure evidence in a case involving his wife, who was sentenced to 70 years for her role in a protest where a police officer was shot.

Stripe, Anthropic, and OpenAI are funding a $500-million nonprofit called Intercept to prevent respiratory infections like the common cold and flu. The initiative aims to eliminate respiratory viruses through vaccines and air-cleaning systems, with support from Bill Gates and other investors.

Socialists in New York City achieved significant primary victories, with Mayor Zohran Mamdani-backed candidates Claire Valdez and Brad Lander winning their congressional races. The results highlight growing influence of democratic socialists in shaping the Democratic Party's electoral strategy, as seen in endorsements from Mamdani and Sen. Bernie Sanders.

Israel’s government requested Meta to censor social media content about its war against Iran, including posts supporting Iran, opposing Israel, and depicting missile impacts. Meta partially complied, citing its content moderation policies, which label Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a 'Dangerous Organization' and prohibit positive speech about its actions.

A U.S. Army major and former whistleblower, Amanda Feindt, discovered her 4-year-old son was abused at a military childcare center while supporting Pete Hegseth's Defense Secretary nomination. Military officials delayed providing evidence of the abuse, including surveillance footage, and other families reported similar obstructions in accessing records of child maltreatment at Army facilities.

ICE detained a Palestinian grandfather, Akram Mahmoud Omar, twice despite a federal judge's order to release him after he suffered a heart attack in custody. The judge ruled ICE violated Omar's constitutional rights by detaining him and denying him time to prepare for deportation, but ICE re-detained him 10 days later.

Graham Platner, a combat veteran and oyster farmer, won the Democratic Senate primary in Maine with over 70% of the vote after his opponent, Gov. Janet Mills, suspended her campaign. The article highlights his message of redemption and progressive economic agenda resonating with voters, while also discussing conservative conspiracy theories about voter suppression and the role of prediction markets in shaping political narratives.

Xavier Becerra, a former Health and Human Services Secretary under President Joe Biden, and Steve Hilton, a conservative former Fox News host, will compete in California's gubernatorial runoff. Tom Steyer, a billionaire philanthropist, was edged out of the primary, with Becerra's campaign benefiting from high-profile endorsements and the exit of Rep. Eric Swalwell after sexual misconduct allegations.

Hundreds of detained people at Delaney Hall in Newark, New Jersey, launched a hunger and labor strike to protest inhumane conditions, including lack of medical care and spoiled food, at the immigration detention facility operated by GEO Group. Protests were met with violent tactics from law enforcement, including tear gas and arrests, as described by Andrea Sáenz and Aaron Reichlin-Melnick, who criticized the Trump administration's restricted oversight and the impact on all Americans.

The Pentagon is utilizing an AI-driven propaganda initiative aimed at Latin America. The article highlights concerns over the use of artificial intelligence for influence operations in the region.

The Pentagon is using an AI-powered content platform called La Tilde to disseminate propaganda in Latin America, blending personal finance tips with praise for U.S. military operations. The site, funded by the U.S. government, is operated as a messaging tool for U.S. Special Operations Command South (SOCSOUTH) and includes articles glorifying missions like the alleged capture of Nicolás Maduro.

A Philadelphia fusion center is surveilling individuals criticizing AI data centers online, linking anti-AI rhetoric to potential threats from 'domestic violent extremists.' The bulletin cites social media posts and fictional references as indicators of risk, despite acknowledging a lack of specific threats.

U.S. casualties in the Iran War increased to 423 as American forces conducted 'self-defense strikes' in southern Iran. Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei criticized the vulnerability of U.S. bases, while the Pentagon faces scrutiny over discrepancies in casualty reports.

Rep. Haley Stevens received a $27,779.86 trip to Portugal funded by the centrist think tank Center Forward, which subsequently spent $2.4 million on television advertisements supporting her U.S. Senate campaign in Michigan. The funding arrangement has drawn criticism as her opponents have sworn off corporate contributions, highlighting concerns about Stevens' reliance on corporate backing.

Brazil's right-wing presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro sees his polling advantage threatened following revelations of his ties to a jailed banker involved in a multimillion-dollar fraud scandal. The 45-year-old senator had been competitive with incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva ahead of October's presidential election, but the damaging audio recording published by investigative outlet The Intercept may alter the political landscape.

Progressive journalist Austin Ahlman is running for Congress in Nebraska's first congressional district as a nonpartisan independent, challenging incumbent Rep. Mike Flood and Democratic nominee Chris Backemeyer. Ahlman criticizes Backemeyer as part of the establishment, while Backemeyer's campaign focuses on defeating Flood to stop harmful policies. The independent challenge complicates the Democrat path to unseat GOP incumbent Rep Mike Flood.

Progressive journalist Austin Ahlman is running for Congress in Nebraska's first congressional district as a nonpartisan independent, challenging incumbent Rep. Mike Flood and Democratic nominee Chris Backemeyer. Ahlman criticized Backemeyer as a creature of the establishment in D.C. The district is a solid Republican stronghold, making it difficult for Democrats to win. Ahlman's entry into the race may split the vote, complicating the Democrat path to unseat Rep. Mike Flood.

The Trump administration's new counterterrorism strategy outlines terrorist threats and priority targets, including anti-fascist activists and ISIS. The strategy combines the administration's war on the wider world with its war on dissent at home. This approach has been criticized for being overly broad and flexible, allowing for the suppression of dissent.

The Trump administration's new counterterrorism strategy outlines terrorist threats and priority targets, including anti-fascist activists and ISIS, with a promise to find and kill enemies. The strategy combines Trump's war on the wider world with the administration's war on dissent at home. This approach has been criticized for being overly broad and potentially lethal.

A third failed assassination attempt on Donald Trump occurred at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, sparking conspiracy theories. Rep. Jamie Raskin and journalist Mike Rothschild discussed the incident, with Raskin emphasizing Democratic focus on policy over Trump's rhetoric, while Rothschild highlighted the rise of theories questioning the legitimacy of the attack.

The U.S. State Department under Secretary Marco Rubio has shifted its public messaging toward explicit Christian iconography and away from secular and multicultural themes, according to a The Intercept analysis of Instagram posts from 2020 to 2026. Posts now focus on Christian holidays like Good Friday and Easter, omitting prior celebrations of Islamic, Jewish, and cultural events under previous administrations.

Palantir is assisting the IRS in investigating financial crimes, with their software being used since 2018 as reported by The Intercept.

FBI Director Kash Patel admitted to two alcohol-related arrests in his past: one for public intoxication in 2001 and another for public urination in 2005. These incidents, revealed through a 2005 letter from his personnel file, occurred during his college and law school years. Patel's spokesperson defended him, stating his background was thoroughly vetted.

The Pentagon has removed 15 wounded U.S. troops from its casualty list during a ceasefire with Iran, sparking accusations of a 'casualty cover-up.' Officials failed to explain the discrepancy, and the Defense Casualty Analysis System (DCAS) is criticized for undercounting casualties, with data inconsistencies and delayed reporting.

Al-Fassel and Pishtaz News, Arabic and Farsi-language outlets, are revealed as U.S. government-funded propaganda operations promoting American foreign policy. The Intercept found these sites, which mimic legitimate Middle Eastern media, focus on anti-Iran messaging and praise U.S. allies like Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Their affiliations with a military psychological operations campaign are detailed, though CENTCOM and the DoD have not responded.

Democrats in the House are divided on renewing the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), with leadership offering no clear guidance as debates over reforms versus a 'clean' reauthorization unfold. The law, Section 702, grants the Trump administration warrantless access to Americans' communications, sparking concerns about surveillance abuses and oversight failures.

Amy Goodman discusses media's role in conflicts, criticizing the 'access of evil' where truth is traded for corporate influence. She promotes independent journalism through her documentary 'Steal This Story, Please!' and her 30-year-old news program 'Democracy Now!'.

The DOJ is seeking to eliminate a Watergate-era rule requiring presidential records to be made public, raising concerns about transparency. The move comes amid ongoing debates over Trump's classified documents and access to presidential records. The Presidential Records Act, which mandates public access, is at the center of this legal and political controversy.

The Trump administration is demanding Reddit unmask an anonymous user criticizing ICE, leading to a subpoena and grand jury summons. The legal battle began in the Northern District of California after Reddit failed to provide user data despite a prior summons.

The Pentagon continues undercounting U.S. casualties in the Iran war, including missing Major Sorffly Davius from official records. The Defense Casualty Analysis System (DCAS) provides incomplete data, prompting criticism from lawmakers and media outlets like The Intercept.

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) plans to spend up to $50 million on 123 types of 'less lethal' chemical munitions, including tear gas and pepper spray, amid criticism of their indiscriminate use. Experts question the tactical rationale for such a vast arsenal, citing potential misuse and inadequate training for federal agents.

Iran downed a U.S. F-15 fighter jet and an A-10 Warthog near the Strait of Hormuz, contradicting President Trump's claims that Iran lacked anti-aircraft capabilities. The incident highlights escalating U.S.-Iran tensions following Trump's military assertions and recent attacks on Iranian infrastructure.

President Trump addressed the nation about the U.S.-Iran conflict, making false claims about Iran's nuclear threat. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's religious rhetoric and ties to the Christian right are highlighted, with journalist Sarah Posner discussing their influence on U.S. policies.

The Intercept’s Press Freedom Defense Fund led a coalition of 42 media organizations and advocates in filing an amicus brief against Trump's unconstitutional executive order targeting law firms. The brief argues the order violates press freedom by restricting access to legal counsel for media outlets.

The Intercept reports the Pentagon is underreporting U.S. casualties in the Middle East since October 2023, with CENTCOM providing outdated figures. Trump downplayed casualties during a war with Iran, while officials accuse the administration of hiding death tolls.