Weaponization Prosecutions Dismissed

Trump administration briefing: Democrats divided as funding bill passes; president rails against justice department

Democrats dismayed after some help Republicans avert government shutdown; Trump vents about prosecutions while taking DoJ victory lap – key US politics stories from Friday at a glance. The US ...

The Guardian - 15h

Von der Leyen says €150bn defence loans should be spent in Europe

Funds to be used on weapons from EU and like-minded European nations such as UK, Norway and Switzerland

Financial Times - 4d

Trump Is Reshaping the Nuclear Landscape

In recent days, the perceived value among allies of acquiring nuclear weapons is up, and confidence in the U.S. nuclear umbrella is down.

The New York Times - 3d

Paramount says Trump's CBS '60 Minutes' lawsuit seeks to 'punish' network

Paramount on Thursday asked a federal judge in Texas to dismiss the $20-billion lawsuit. The media company separately has agreed to have a mediator look at the case.

Los Angeles Times - Mar. 6

Justice Dept. Official Says She Was Fired After Opposing Restoring Mel Gibson’s Gun Rights

Elizabeth G. Oyer, the former pardon attorney, said that she was not told why she was dismissed, but that as events unfolded she feared they might lead to her firing.

The New York Times - 4d

‘People Are Scared’: Inside CISA as It Reels From Trump’s Purge

Employees at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency tell WIRED they’re struggling to protect the US while the administration dismisses their colleagues and poisons their partnerships.

Wired - 2d

North Korea Says It’s Building a Nuclear-Powered Submarine

The announcement came amid fears that Pyongyang may be receiving crucial military technology from Russia in return for sending troops and weapons for its war against Ukraine.

The New York Times - Mar. 8

Trump Allies Seek Pardons From an Emboldened White House

The new administration has created a system for awarding clemency that underscores the president’s grievances about what he sees as the political weaponization of the justice system.

The New York Times - 6d

Gabbard says security clearances canceled for top Biden officials and others

The revocations are the latest in a campaign to punish and cut off access to people who the president alleges "weaponized" the nation's court systems against him.

CBS News - 4d

A Swiss politician was fined for buying pink water pistols online

A Swiss politician has been fined for buying water pistols online after authorities said the toys violate the country’s weapons law

ABC News - 4d

Syrians Demand Better Protection Amid a Spate of Kidnappings

When the new government took over, it dismissed the Assad regime police and other forces, leaving a security vacuum. Now, many residents fear going out after dark.

The New York Times - 5d

CBS hits back at FCC over probe into '60 Minutes' edits

CBS argued that the news distortion complaint should be dismissed, saying the U.S. Supreme Court has never 'recognized a sweeping right by the government to second guess editorial decision-making.'

Los Angeles Times - 4d

Trump rejects pleas from business for more clarity on tariffs

President Donald Trump has dismissed the growing chorus of CEOs, investors and policymakers who are pleading with the White House for greater clarity about his sweeping tariff agenda.

NBC News - 4d

Judge orders Trump administration to reinstate most fired probationary staff

Ruling by California judge applies to thousands of employees dismissed from six federal agencies. A federal judge in California granted a preliminary injunction to reinstate thousands of fired ...

The Guardian - 1d

Second judge blocks mass firings of probationary federal workers

A second federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from firing federal workers, issuing an order Thursday that probationary employees be reinstated weeks after their dismissal. The ruling, ...

The Hill - 1d

Alarmed by Trump, Poland Must Look at Nuclear Options, Premier Says

As President Trump casts doubt on U.S. alliances, Poland needs to double its military manpower and consider more destructive weapons, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said.

The New York Times - Mar. 8

North Korea unveils work on nuclear-powered submarine for the first time

North Korea unveiled for the first time a nuclear-powered submarine under construction, a weapons system that can pose a major security threat to South Korea and the U.S.

NBC News - Mar. 8

"Super pigs" cause chaos along U.S.-Canada border

The U.S. border with Canada is under new scrutiny, with both countries focusing on increased migration and drug and weapons smuggling. But farmers and ranchers have another concern: So-called ...

CBS News - Mar. 8

14-Year-Old Boy Arrested in Connection With Fatal Newark Police Shooting

The boy, who has not been named, was charged with murder, attempted murder and possessing illegal weapons. The officer who died early Saturday morning was identified as Detective Joseph Azcona.

The New York Times - 6d

Can the US stop the brewing nuclear arms race before it erupts?

In the 80 years since the U.S. attacks on Japan, no other country has used a nuclear weapon in war. That remarkable record could soon be broken and all progress lost.

The Hill - 3d

Trump attacks Biden administration in rare visit to Justice Department

In a rare visit to the Justice Department, President Donald Trump lashed out at his perceived political enemies and claimed the department was weaponized against him while he was running for ...

NBC News - 20h

Trump calls out perceived opponents in Justice Department speech

President Donald Trump made a rare appearance at the Justice Department on Friday where he accused DOJ officials of weaponizing their power and illegally targeting him and his allies for political ...

NBC News - 4h

‘No way I’ll still be playing at 50’: Rory McIlroy saddened by Tiger Woods injury

‘When time is right I’ll have no problem standing aside’ American multi-major winner set to miss rest of season As Tiger Woods begins his recovery from yet another injury, Rory McIlroy has ...

The Guardian - 3d

Ukraine war live: Zelenskyy says Russia has carried out ‘hundreds of attacks’ against Ukraine this week

Ukrainian president calls for strengthened sanctions as he highlights weapons used against his country. Local officials from Russia ’s ruling party have caused controversy by presenting mothers of ...

The Guardian - 6d

Graham on Ukraine aid pause: 'If we pull the plug on Ukraine, it'd be worse than Afghanistan'

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said on Sunday he is worried about the consequences of suspending aid and intelligence sharing to Ukraine as the fighting continues against Russia. “Yeah, I am worried ...

The Hill - 5d

CoD: Black Ops 6 And Warzone Update Buffs D1.3 Sector And Extends TMNT Event

A small update has arrived to Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 And Warzone on March 11, and the patch notes reveal a buff for Season 2 Reloaded's new D1.3 Sector special weapon. Call of Duty's TMNT ...

GameSpot - 4d

Destiny 2 Lotus Eater God Roll Guide

Act II of Destiny 2: Episode Heresy has dropped and brought with it some new toys to have fun with. A new rocket-assisted-frame sidearm has arrived in the form of Lotus Eater. This new Void element ...

GameSpot - 2d

Destiny 2 Keraunios God Roll Guide

Destiny 2's seasonal event, Guardian Games 2025 , brings a brand-new weapon to the space shooter's arsenal: Keraunios. This Legendary Arc trace rifle is far more effective in PvE than PvP ...