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Gaza City warning, Epstein birthday letter, MAGA’s almost fist fight & more

Sep 9, 2025
Tensions rise as Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu issues a warning for Gaza City residents amid growing conflict. A controversial birthday letter tied to Jeffrey Epstein and Donald Trump was released, stirring up legal discussions. Democrats react strongly to a Supreme Court decision that allows roving ICE patrols in California. Controversy brews as two of Trump's economic officials nearly clash at a dinner, showcasing fierce competition within his administration. Finally, efforts to repatriate South Korean workers detained in Georgia highlight ongoing immigration challenges.
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Netanyahu Warns Of Gaza City Assault

  • Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned Gaza City residents to leave as ground operations are being organized.
  • Only about 70,000 of ~1 million Gaza City residents had evacuated by last Wednesday, signaling large displacement risks.
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Birthday Letter Shapes Epstein Lawsuit

  • The House Oversight Committee released Jeffrey Epstein documents including a 50th birthday letter bearing Donald Trump's name.
  • The letter's existence undercuts Trump's claim it was non-existent and shifts disputes to signature authenticity in his defamation suit.
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Supreme Court Backs Roving ICE Patrols

  • The Supreme Court allowed roving ICE patrols to continue in Southern California despite lower courts finding likely Fourth Amendment violations.
  • The decision drew sharp criticism from Democratic leaders who called it an attack on communities and racial profiling.
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