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Springsteen Headlines 100K-Person Anti-Trump Rally in Minnesota

What Happened Minnesota will serve as the epicenter for the third “No Kings” protest movement on Saturday, March 28, 2026, when Bruce Springsteen performs his newly-written song “Streets of Minneapolis” at the state Capitol complex in St. Paul. The event is expected to draw 100,000 attendees, making it one of the largest political rallies in Minnesota history. The St. Paul rally is part of a massive nationwide demonstration with more than 3,100 events organized across all 50 states, involving an estimated 9 million participants.

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AG Pam Bondi Subpoenaed Over Trump-Era Epstein Files Cover-Up

What Happened US Attorney General Pam Bondi will face congressional questioning in April 2026 after being served with a subpoena related to a probe into the Trump administration’s handling of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents. The investigation centers on compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act, legislation that mandates government agencies release documents connected to the Epstein case. Bondi, who served in the Trump administration during the period when initial compliance with the transparency act was required, will be questioned about potential gaps or delays in document releases that congressional investigators have apparently identified.

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Top US Terror Chief Quits Over Iran War, Blames Israeli Lobby

What Happened Joe Kent, Director of the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), submitted his resignation and made a rare public statement criticizing the Trump administration’s approach to Iran. In his statement, Kent directly accused the president of initiating military action against Iran due to influence from “Israel and its powerful American lobby.” The NCTC director position is one of the most senior roles in U.S. intelligence, responsible for coordinating counterterrorism efforts across all government agencies and advising the president on threats to American security.

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Trump Raises Tariffs to 15% After Supreme Court Ruling

What Happened President Trump announced a 5 percentage point increase to his global tariff program, raising rates from 10% to 15% on all imported goods entering the United States. The decision follows a Supreme Court ruling that apparently removed legal barriers that had previously limited the administration’s tariff authority. The timing of the announcement comes as businesses across the country are seeking repayment for the estimated $133 billion the Trump administration has already collected through existing tariff programs.

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