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Comey Under Fire: FBI Chief Faces Federal Probe Over Cryptic '8647' Post

Former FBI Director James Comey is embroiled in a federal investigation after posting a mysterious Instagram image arranged as '8647,' widely perceived as a threat against President Trump. Multiple agencies including Secret Service and DHS are scrutinizing the post's intent.

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24 Hours Comey investigated over cryptic '8647' post + Trump inks $200B AI and tech deals with UAE + Supreme Court hears birthright citizenship case + New Jersey Transit strike halts thousands of commuters + UnitedHealth shares plunge amid Medicare fraud probe + Baby receives world-first personalized CRISPR therapy + Georgia brain-dead pregnant woman kept on life support + Smokey Robinson under criminal sexual assault investigation + Senate GOP blocks Dem resolution on El Salvador deportations + DHS requests 20K National Guard for immigration enforcement + FAA probes Denver airport air traffic control outage + Russian general fired amid Ukraine war setbacks + Iran negotiates nuclear deal terms with U.S. + South African refugees arrive in U.S. amid tensions + Walmart warns prices to rise due to Trump tariffs + Aleady charged judge pleads not guilty in immigration case

Number 20,000 - National Guard troops requested by DHS to assist in immigration enforcement

Quote "Disgraced former FBI Director James Comey just called for the assassination of @POTUS Trump" — Kristi Noem

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Comey '8647' Post Sparks Federal Probe

DHS and Secret Service Investigate Comey Threat Post

The former FBI Director James Comey faces federal investigations and backlash over his social media post '8647,' perceived by some as a call for President Trump's assassination. Multiple government agencies including the DHS, FBI, and Secret Service are involved.

Trump Strikes $200B AI and Tech Deal with UAE

US-UAE Finalize Major Technology Partnership

Trump Announces $1.4T UAE Investment in US

President Trump seals massive commercial and AI technology deals with the United Arab Emirates, including plans for the largest AI campus outside the U.S., highlighting deepening economic and tech ties with Gulf states.

Supreme Court Hears Birthright Citizenship Showdown

Justices Grill Trump Admin on Citizenship Order

SCOTUS Debates Limits on Nationwide Injunctions

The Supreme Court is hearing arguments on President Trump's executive order aiming to end birthright citizenship and the limits of nationwide injunctions, a landmark case with potential sweeping implications for immigration and judicial powers.

NJ Transit Engineers Strike Paralyzes Commuters

New Jersey Transit Rail Strike Hits at Midnight

NJ Transit Strike Halts Train Service in NY Metro

New Jersey Transit rail engineers have gone on strike, causing massive disruptions affecting potentially hundreds of thousands of commuters as contract negotiations fail for the first time in four decades.

UnitedHealth Stock Plummets Amid Medicare Probe

DOJ Criminal Inquiry Targets UnitedHealth

UnitedHealth Faces Federal Medicare Fraud Investigation

UnitedHealth shares tumble sharply as a federal criminal investigation into Medicare fraud allegations intensifies, shaking investor confidence amid ongoing legal scrutiny.

Baby Survives After Personalized CRISPR Gene Therapy

World’s First Personalized Gene-Editing Baby Patient

Nine-Month-Old Treated With Custom CRISPR Therapy

A groundbreaking gene therapy using personalized CRISPR treatments has brought promising results for babies born with rare genetic diseases, marking an important leap in medical science.

Georgia Brain-Dead Woman Kept on Life Support for Baby

Hospital Says Brain-Dead Georgia Woman Must Carry Fetus

Pregnant Brain-Dead Woman Maintained by Abortion Ban

A pregnant woman in Georgia declared brain-dead after a medical emergency is being kept on life support due to state abortion laws, sparking controversy around medical ethics and reproductive rights.

Motown Legend Smokey Robinson Under Criminal Probe

LA Sheriff Opens Criminal Case Against Smokey Robinson

Smokey Robinson Investigated Over Rape and Assault Claims

Soul legend Smokey Robinson faces a criminal investigation after multiple sexual assault allegations from former employees surface, sending shockwaves through the music industry.

Senate GOP Blocks Dem Effort on El Salvador Deportation

Senate Defies Dem Call for Immigration Report on El Salvador

Senate Republicans block a Democratic resolution demanding transparency on U.S. deportations in El Salvador prison, showcasing ongoing partisan strife over immigration enforcement policies.

DHS Seeks 20K National Guard for Mass Deportations

Trump Administration Taps Guard for Immigration Crackdown

DHS Requests Massive National Guard Deployment for Immigration

The Department of Homeland Security requests 20,000 National Guard troops to bolster immigration enforcement amid aggressive deportation efforts by the Trump administration.

FAA Probes Six-Minute Denver Airport Radio Outage

Denver Air Traffic Control Communications Failure Under Review

Denver Airport Radio Outage Leaves Pilots Without Contact

The Federal Aviation Administration investigates multiple communication failures and outages at Denver International Airport, raising concerns over air traffic control safety and operational risks.

Putin Fires Commander of Ground Forces Amid Ukraine War

Russia Dumps Top General as Ukraine Fighting Persist

Russia replaces its ground forces commander as fighting continues in Ukraine, signaling internal shake-ups amidst ongoing conflict and strategic recalibrations.

Trump Says Iran ‘Sort of’ Agreed to Nuclear Deal Terms

US and Iran Nuclear Talks Show Progress, Trump Optimistic

Iran Indicates Willingness to Halt Nuclear Weapons Program

Iran and the U.S. continue nuclear negotiations, with President Trump optimistic about nearing a deal aimed at preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

Afrikaner Refugees Start US Resettlement Program

South Africa’s Ramaphosa Mocks White Refugees After Land Seizures

South African President Taunts White Refugees as Cowards

Despite tensions, South African Afrikaner refugees begin arriving in the U.S. under a Trump-era resettlement plan amid criticism and political friction.

Walmart Warns Prices to Rise Due to Tariffs

Retail Giants Brace for Tariff-Driven Price Hikes

Walmart CFO Signals Higher Costs Soon from Trade War

Walmart and other major retailers warn consumers of upcoming price hikes triggered by tariffs imposed during the Trump administration, signaling inflation pressures at the consumer level.

Wisconsin Judge Pleads Not Guilty to Aiding Illegal Immigrant

Judge Charged with Helping Immigrant Escape ICE Arrest Denies Guilt

A judge charged in Wisconsin for allegedly aiding an undocumented immigrant pleads not guilty, highlighting ongoing legal battles involving immigration enforcement.

Chris Brown Arrested in UK Over 2023 Attack

UK Police Charge Singer Chris Brown with Assault

Singer Chris Brown faces arrest in the UK related to a 2023 nightclub assault, adding to the string of legal challenges facing high-profile entertainers.

NYU Withholds Diploma Over Pro-Palestine Grad Speech

NYU Graduation Speech Sparks Punishment for Student

Controversy rages around New York University after its commencement speaker was penalized for a pro-Palestine graduation speech, igniting debates on academic freedom and political expression.

GOP Probes Pfizer Over Alleged COVID Trial Data Scandal

Jake Tapper Exposes Alleged Biden Cover-Up

House Democrats Warn Biden on Science Funding Cuts

The Biden administration faces criticism and investigations over various scandals including whistleblower cover-ups, vaccine trial allegations, and funding misuse, intensifying political pressure from GOP opponents.

Denver Air Traffic Control Outages Raise Safety Alarm

New Jersey Transit Strike Strands Commuters

Walmart Warns of Consumer Price Hikes from Tariffs

Multiple airlines and airports face challenges including strikes, communication outages, and price pressures due to tariffs and operational issues, impacting travel and logistics sectors.

Diddy Lawyers Press Cassie on Infidelity Claims

Cassie Faces Tough Cross-Examination at Diddy Trial

Cassie Reads Explicit Texts During Sex Trafficking Trial

The Sean 'Diddy' Combs sex trafficking trial advances as defense attorneys cross-examine Cassie Ventura on relationship and explicit messages, revealing detailed and intense courtroom battles.

GOP Rift Threatens Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’

Senate Republicans Demand Changes to House Tax Deal

House GOP Divided on Medicaid Cuts in Major Bill

Political discord deepens as House GOP struggles to advance President Trump's 'big, beautiful' reconciliation bill amid conservative holdouts and Senate pushback over spending reforms and Medicaid work requirements.

Denver Air Traffic Controllers Lose Communication Twice

FAA Investigates Radio Failures at Denver International Airport

Pilots at Denver Airport Experience Six-Minute Communications Blackout

Multiple air traffic control disruptions at Denver International Airport caused pilots to face communication outages, highlighting concerns over aviation safety and infrastructure reliability.

FBI Warns of AI-Generated Voice Impersonation Scams

Cybercrime Using AI Voices Threatens U.S. Officials

Federal agencies and lawmakers ramp up efforts to combat AI-driven cybercrime and voice impersonations targeting U.S. officials, amid growing concerns over security challenges posed by malicious attacks using advanced technology.

Rubio: NATO to Agree on 5% Defense Spending Goal

Rubio Warns Iran Nears Nuclear Weapon Capability

US Delegation Attends Pope Leo XIV's Inauguration

Senator Marco Rubio asserts that NATO countries will reach consensus at the upcoming summit on increasing defense spending to 5% of GDP over the next decade, signaling shifts in alliance military commitments.

Bryan Kohberger Trial Faces Hurdles Over Jury Bias

Kohberger Trial to be Livestreamed to Public

Judge Demands Leak Probe in Kohberger Case

The trial of Bryan Kohberger, accused of killing four University of Idaho students, faces complications as the judge cites potential violations threatening an impartial jury. The trial is scheduled for August and will be live-streamed to the public.

Justice Thomas Blasts Nationwide Injunctions

Justice Thomas Exposes Injunctions’ Flaws

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas sharply challenges the legal basis for nationwide injunctions, raising questions about federal judges' powers to block presidential actions across the country.

Republican Senator Calls Qatar Jet Gift Political Espionage

Report: Trump’s Gulf Property Deals Could Net Millions

Trump administration faces backlash for securing a $400 million luxury plane from Qatar, with concerns over legality, political espionage, and potential profit motives tied to the deal and broader Gulf real estate investments.

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