Sanctuary cities fight Trump order over funding
San Francisco and Santa Clara County seek a nationwide injunction to block the January 25 executive order that would withhold federal funds from jurisdictions that do not detain or share information on undocumented immigrants. Judge Orrick heard the case as critics argue the policy is unconstitutional and dangerous to immigrant communities.
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Massive MOAB strike in Afghanistan kills dozens amid debate
The U.S. largest non nuclear bomb MOAB was dropped in eastern Nangarhar to hit Islamic State cave networks. Afghan defense ministry cites 36 militants killed while Gen Nicholson and officials note no civilian casualties. Karzai condemns the attack framing it as misuse of Afghanistan.
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West Virginia Governor Uses B S Plate Mock Budget
Governor Jim Justice staged a provocative display at the Capitol, presenting a plate of bovine droppings to dub the budget process as “B S” and calling for tax hikes while vowing to veto the Republican plan. He criticized the absence of new taxes and warned against political silliness.
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Judge blocks planned Arkansas executions over drug supply
Pulaski County Circuit Judge Wendell Griffen issued a temporary restraining order halting six planned executions in Arkansas. The order blocks use of vecuronium bromide and comes as the state faced limited time before midazolam expired, after two previous executions were halted by legal rulings. Governor Hutchinson warned of urgent action to avoid lethal injection delays.
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EPA chief calls for exit from Paris climate pact
U S environmental head Scott Pruitt urged exiting the Paris Agreement on Fox and Friends calling it bad for America and alleging unequal obligations. Critics note China and India have 2030 targets but are already reducing emissions. Withdrawal would take years under treaty rules.
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