The 7 Epstein ‘birthday book’; ICE raids in Chicago; ‘kissing bug’ disease; Banksy; and more
Sep 9, 2025
A provocative Banksy mural ignites discussions on protest and justice in London. The murky waters of immigration enforcement in Chicago provoke heated debates following a controversial operation. Controversial documents from Epstein's estate add more intrigue to the political landscape. The rise of Chagas disease draws attention to healthcare issues, while the Murdoch media family's struggles shed light on media control and education decline. It's a whirlwind of current events, tying art, politics, and public health into a captivating narrative.
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New Evidence In Epstein Files
- The House Oversight Committee released hundreds of pages from Jeffrey Epstein's estate including a redacted birthday book allegedly containing a note and sketch from Donald Trump.
- The note includes a handwritten signature and typed "Donald J. Trump," contradicting prior White House denials of its existence.
ICE Shifts Tactics In Chicago
- DHS launched Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago, marking a shift toward street stops rather than only serving warrants or court detentions.
- Immigrant advocates say the operation uses violent-crime rhetoric to target undocumented migrants and drew rebukes from Illinois Democrats.
Appeals Court Upholds Huge Judgment
- A federal appeals court upheld an $83 million judgment against Donald Trump for defaming writer E. Jean Carroll.
- The court found the damages fair and reasonable after juries earlier found Trump sexually abused and defamed Carroll.