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DOJ seeks 6-months in jail and $200K fine for Steve Bannon

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Federal prosecutors made the recommendations for the former White House advisor for contempt of Congress

On Monday, U.S. federal prosecutors recommended that former President Donald Trump’s White House advisor Steve Bannon receive a six-month jail sentence and a $200,000 fine.

The recommendation comes after Bannon’s refusal to comply with a subpoena from the congressional probe of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.

Addressing the media, Bannon said, “We may have lost the battle here today—but, we’re not going to lose this war.”

Citing Trump’s claims of executive privilege, Bannon’s lawyers justified their client’s refusal to comply with the subpoena saying that a president can prevent the release of certain White House documents or communications.

However, prosecutors rejected that argument in this case.

The recommendation comes on the heels of the U.S. House select committee unanimously voting to subpoena Trump on Thursday.

The committee is made up of seven Democrats and two anti-Trump Republicans who have been investigating for 16-months.

Previously, Trump has refused to voluntarily cooperate with the panel, calling it a partisan witch hunt.

Bannon is set to be sentenced on Friday which marks one year since the House voted to hold him in contempt of Congress.

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Trump urges Putin to halt Kyiv attacks after casualties

Trump urges Putin to cease attacks on Ukraine following deadly missile strike on Kyiv, killing 12 and injuring 90.

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Trump urges Putin to cease attacks on Ukraine following deadly missile strike on Kyiv, killing 12 and injuring 90.

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A missile and drone attack on Kyiv killed 12 and injured 90, prompting Trump to urge Putin for a peace deal amid escalating tensions.

Ukraine seeks an unconditional cease-fire, but ongoing strikes and unacceptable Russian conditions raise concerns over future peace negotiations.

In a recent missile and drone attack on Kyiv, 12 individuals were killed and 90 injured, marking the most severe air assault this year.

U.S. President Trump responded by urging Russian President Putin to halt attacks and pursue a peace agreement. He expressed concern over the loss of life, highlighting that 5,000 soldiers perish weekly.

The attack involved over 200 missiles and drones and targeted critical Ukrainian industries. Trump’s frustration has increased as peace talks stagnate, with him also critiquing Ukrainian President Zelensky for dismissing a peace proposal that would legally recognise Russian control over Crimea.

Peace deadline

Despite Trump’s previous reluctance to criticise Putin, the attack shifted his stance. He has signaled a deadline for both Russia and Ukraine to reach a peace deal while the U.S. contemplates the extent of its involvement in negotiations.

Ukraine seeks an unconditional cease-fire, but Russia’s conditions remain unacceptable to Kyiv. A recent U.S. proposal would allow Russia to retain substantial territory and would limit Ukraine’s NATO aspirations.

Zelensky accused Russian forces of terrorism, attacking civilian areas and inciting widespread destruction, while Trump acknowledged the challenges of restoring Crimea to Ukraine.

The situation continues to escalate, with ongoing strikes on civilian infrastructure, drawing international attention and condemnation. As rescue workers clear debris from the latest attack, uncertainties remain about the future of peace talks and the safety of Ukrainian citizens.

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Trump targets migrant gangs with deportation crackdown

Trump advocates for strong immigration enforcement to restore law and order, warns against court-blocked deportations, and labels gangs as terrorist organizations.

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Trump advocates for strong immigration enforcement to restore law and order, warns against court-blocked deportations, and labels gangs as terrorist organizations.


Former President Donald Trump says his administration is committed to restoring law and order through aggressive immigration enforcement.

He warns that dangerous consequences could unfold if courts block mass deportations.

Trump has labelled several gangs, including Tren de Aragua, as foreign terrorist organisations, and is pushing for faster judicial cooperation.

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Trump considers slashing China tariffs by over 50%.

Trump considers significant tariff cuts on Chinese imports to ease tensions; negotiations continue as China remains firm.

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Trump considers significant tariff cuts on Chinese imports to ease tensions; negotiations continue as China remains firm.


In a major policy shift, President Trump is exploring a significant cut to tariffs on Chinese imports — a move that could ease tensions between the two superpowers.
Talks are ongoing, and the White House suggests a new tiered approach. China, while open to negotiations, remains firm that it won’t engage under threats.

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