CNN 5 Things War plans via text, Turkey detains protesters, new CDC nominee & more
Mar 24, 2025
A journalist received military strike plans meant for Trump officials, causing quite the stir. In Turkey, thousands of protesters were detained following the mayor's arrest, highlighting rising tensions. The Trump administration attempts to justify the deportation of a pro-Palestinian activist amid legal disputes on wartime authority. On a health front, Dr. Susan Menares is nominated to lead the CDC, signaling a potential shift in public health strategy. Exciting updates around immigration and legal assistance for entrepreneurs are also featured!
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Accidental Text Leak
- The Atlantic's editor, Jeffrey Goldberg, was accidentally added to a Signal group chat.
- This chat included Trump administration officials discussing classified military strike plans.
Deportation Hearing Takeaways
- A federal appeals court heard arguments on the Trump administration's use of wartime authority to deport migrants.
- Judges questioned the due process afforded to alleged gang members deported to El Salvador.
Turkey Protests and Arrests
- Over 1,000 protesters were detained in Turkey after the arrest of Istanbul's mayor.
- Turkish President Erdogan criticized the mayor's ability to govern.