Americans across the country are pushing back against AI-powered license plate readers like Flock. In 2026 alone, 23 states have seen contract suspensions or cancellations with the company. And now, 400+ cities across America are organizing to get the private surveillance cameras removed for good.
AI:A massive grassroots movement is rising against AI-powered license plate reader technology, specifically targeting companies like Flock as citizens fight back against encroaching mass surveillance. The backlash has reached a fever pitch in 2026, with over 400 cities organizing to demand the permanent removal of these private surveillance cameras and 23 states already taking action by suspending or canceling contracts. This widespread revolt highlights an intensifying national struggle against the deployment of invasive AI tools that monitor movement under the guise of public safety.Open
Government records uncovered in recent court filings show that the Department of Homeland Security launched a mass surveillance operation against groups that protested the immigration crackdown in Minnesota – including labor unions, nonprofits and climate groups. Undercover agents sat in churches, schools and public libraries, and infiltrated Signal chats. Emilia González Avalos, a Minneapolis organizer whose meeting was surveilled, said the operation "feels like a confession." The government, she added, "came looking for a conspiracy and found neighbors."
AI:Government records released through recent court filings reveal that the Department of Homeland Security conducted an extensive mass surveillance operation targeting various groups protesting the Trump administration's immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota. This intelligence-gathering effort involved undercover agents infiltrating private communications on Signal and monitoring sensitive locations such as churches, schools, and public libraries to monitor activities of labor unions, nonprofits, and climate activists. Local organizers have characterized these actions as a targeted attempt by the government to manufacture conspiracy theories out of community gatherings and legitimate civic activism during the ongoing immigration…Open
AI:In an escalating escalation of hostilities within the ongoing conflict with the red-green axis, Iran has issued bounties for the killing or capture of American soldiers. This move follows months of intense tension and increasing military pressure from President Trump's administration, including severe economic sanctions led by Bessent and strategic build-ups in the region. The decision marks a direct provocation against U.S. personnel as the conflict continues to intensify.Open
The lefty made four all-star teams while pitching for the White Sox, Dodgers and Yankees. An innovative procedure extended his career to 26 seasons.
AI:Baseball legend Tommy John has passed away at the age of 83, leaving behind a massive legacy both on and off the mound. A four-time All-Star who pitched for the White Sox, Dodgers, and Yankees, he became immortalized in sports history through the innovative elbow surgery that now bears his name, a procedure that revolutionized professional athletics by extending player careers by decades.Open
In mid-May, U.S. negotiators trying to reach a deal with Iran to end the war ran into a problem: They couldn't tell if the people across the table actually spoke for the country's powerful Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). - So Trump administration officials did something unconventional — they went around Iran's negotiators and reached out directly to IRGC leadership. The person they tapped for the backchannel was Nechirvan Barzani, the president of the Kurdistan region in Iraq, who had something very few others do: the trust of both U.S. and IRGC leaders. Why it matters: The episode, which was detailed by three sources with direct knowledge and has not been previously reported, shows how tricky it's been for the U.S. to…
AI:The Trump administration bypassed traditional Iranian negotiators to establish a secret backchannel directly with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) leadership in an effort to resolve ongoing hostilities. Following the assassination of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and subsequent instability that shifted actual power to the IRGC, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard utilized Nechirvan Barzani, president of the Kurdistan region, as a trusted intermediary due to his personal ties within the Iranian regime. While Barzani successfully facilitated communication with IRGC General Ahmad Vahidi to verify if Tehran's political officials were actually authorized to negotiate, proposed secret meetings in Erbil failed to materialize…Open
The newly sworn-in attorney general rejected the idea of an independent Justice Deportment, lent support to Jeanine Pirro and declared the “anti-weaponization” fund dead.
AI:Attorney General Todd Blanche has officially signaled a departure from the long-standing norm of Department of Justice independence by refusing to pledge that the agency will operate independently of the executive branch. In his recent remarks following being sworn in, Blanche also voiced support for Jeanine Pirro and declared an end to the "anti-weaponization" fund, marking a significant shift in how the DOJ will handle its internal priorities and relationship with the administration.Open
Jacob Soboroff went to Union Square Greenmarket to ask New Yorkers for their predictions on Karoline Leavitt’s replacement as White House Press Secretary, Rep. AOC’s egg-freezing journey, burrito-flation and more.
AI:White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt is stepping down from her role to prepare for motherhood, leaving a significant vacancy in the Trump administration's communications team. While legacy media outlets focus on trivialities and speculative predictions regarding her successor, her departure marks the end of a high-pressure tenure spent navigating the complexities of the briefing room during President Trump's second term.Open
Alabama is a traditional "red" state, but the political environment is such that democrats are looking to flip it blue. Do they have a chance? Former Senator Doug Jones hopes so. #alabama #dougjones #governor
AI:As the Democratic Party continues its push into traditionally conservative territory through various strategic maneuvers, former Senator Doug Jones is spearheading an effort to flip Alabama blue in the upcoming gubernatorial race. Despite the state's long-standing red status and a political landscape increasingly defined by resistance to radical shifts, Jones remains optimistic about his chances to capture the governorship. This movement in Alabama follows a pattern of aggressive Democratic outreach into deep-red regions as they attempt to regain footing following recent electoral setbacks.Open
Jennifer Sey and Dr. Gregory Brown discussed how the WNBA is handling the escalating transgender athlete debate on "Sunday Agenda."
AI:On Sunday Agenda, Jennifer Sey and Dr. Gregory Brown addressed the ongoing crisis within the WNBA regarding transgender player eligibility, emphasizing that biological male-to-female genetic differences cannot be undone through medical intervention. This discussion follows a period of intense scrutiny for the league as it struggles to define womanhood amidst mounting pressure from critics and athletes who argue that allowing biological males into women's sports undermines fair competition and women's rights.Open
By Joseph Ford Cotto Trump’s tariffs exposed a vast transshipment racket, and his administration is now closing the loopholes that let foreign exporters evade them.
AI:President Trump's aggressive tariff policies are finally dismantling the massive transshipment rackets that allowed foreign entities to bypass duties and continue undermining American industry. For years, global actors utilized complex evasion schemes to dodge taxes and drain the domestic economy, but the administration is now moving decisively to close these loopholes and ensure foreign exporters pay their fair share. By exposing these systemic scams, Trump is securing the nation's economic sovereignty and ensuring that previous era trade practices can no longer facilitate the erosion of American manufacturing.Open
