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Donald Trump's Empire of Lies
“This is the biggest lie ever told to the American public.” These words weren’t spoken about a random conspiracy theorist. They were about Donald J. Trump, the 45th President of the United States—perhaps the most controversial figure in modern political history.
By Soul Pages7 months ago in The Swamp
Lenin vs Stalin: Their Showdown Over the Birth of the USSR
The question of where Russia begins and ends—and who constitutes the Russian people—has preoccupied Russian thinkers for centuries. The collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991 and the Russian aggression against Ukraine in 2014 turned these concerns into a big “Russian question” that constitutes a world problem: What should be the relation of the new Russian state to its former imperial possessions—now independent post-Soviet republics such as Georgia, Armenia and Ukraine—and to the Russian and Russian-speaking enclaves in those republics? How should mental maps of Russian ethnicity, culture and identity be reconciled with the political map of the Russian federation?
By Kristen Orkoshneli7 months ago in The Swamp
Trump Says Rosie O'Donnell Should Lose Her Citizenship — Her Response Broke the Internet
⚡ 1. Trump’s Startling Threat on Truth Social On July 12, former President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social that he’s “giving serious consideration” to revoking Rosie O’Donnell’s U.S. citizenship, labeling her a “threat to humanity” and suggesting she remain in Ireland, where she recently relocated. The dramatic declaration escalated their decades‑long feud, drawing widespread attention and outrage across the Internet.
By Bevy Osuos7 months ago in The Swamp
Air India Flight 171: The Mysterious Fuel Cutoff That Led to Disaster
1. A Catastrophe Minutes After Takeoff On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight 171—a Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner—crash-landed into a residential hostel in Ahmedabad just 30 to 40 seconds after takeoff. The plane was en route from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, carrying 230 passengers and 12 crew members. Of those aboard, 241 perished, and 19 were killed on the ground, with dozens more injured. Only one passenger survived, later identified as Vishwash Kumar Ramesh .
By Ikram Ullah7 months ago in The Swamp
Mahmoud Khalil Files $20 Million Claim Against Trump Administration for Wrongful Detention
Mahmoud Khalil, a prominent pro-Palestinian activist and Columbia University graduate student, has filed a $20 million administrative claim against the Trump administration for wrongful detention. Khalil, a green card holder, was held by ICE for over three months, alleging false arrest, malicious prosecution, and intentional infliction of emotional distress stemming from his activism.
By Kageno Hoshino7 months ago in The Swamp
"Under Watch"
Facial recognition technology was only seen in action films and airport security systems a few years ago. By 2025, you can find it in your neighborhood grocery store, on your corner, and even at work. Western democracies have long defended freedom and privacy, but a new age of surveillance, driven by AI, biometrics, and predictive analytics, has begun.
By Tousif Arafat7 months ago in The Swamp
Trump's Frustration with Putin and the Uncertain Future of the Russia-Ukraine War
The ongoing war in Ukraine continues to test the diplomatic resolve of world leaders, with recent developments highlighting growing frustration in the United States. President Donald Trump, who once vowed to end the war in Ukraine within 24 hours of taking office, now faces mounting obstacles in his attempts to broker peace. Despite multiple rounds of negotiations and increasing diplomatic engagement, a ceasefire remains elusive as Russia intensifies its military campaign against Ukraine.
By Ikram Ullah7 months ago in The Swamp
Ken Paxton’s Collapse: Divorce, Affairs, and a Senate Bid in Flames?
💥 1. A Political Power Couple in Crisis For decades, Ken and Angela Paxton were a power couple in Texas Republican politics. Angela, a state senator, often stood by her husband during his legal battles and political controversies. But now, that image has shattered.
By Bevy Osuos7 months ago in The Swamp
🇺🇸 The Hidden Truth: The Real Face of Donald Trump. AI-Generated.
✦ Introduction Donald Trump — a name that has left a lasting mark on American politics, business, and media. When he became the 45th President of the United States in 2016, the world was stunned: how could a reality TV star and real estate mogul rise to the most powerful office on Earth?
By Yousaf Khan7 months ago in The Swamp
