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A Brooklyn activist group opposing President Trump has mostly women members, with men making up only about 20%. Many men have stopped participating in anti-Trump activities for various reasons, including feeling personally unaffected by political issues. The group believes inviting more men to join could help strengthen their movement.
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The activist group was started by two men but is now about 80% female.
After President Trump’s second term began in 2024, the group doubled in size.
Research shows that protest groups against Trump are mainly white, well-educated women in middle age.
Some men have stopped participating because they feel safe or not personally impacted by political issues.
Fewer men attend smaller protest events, though larger ones see more male participants.
The group encourages men on the sidelines to join and become active in resisting policies they disagree with.
Women currently lead most anti-Trump activism efforts in this group.
Leaders believe involving more men is important for building a stronger, more inclusive political movement.
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Congress is facing new sexual misconduct allegations, the most significant since the #MeToo movement in 2017-2018. Some lawmakers have resigned amid claims, and there is growing pressure, especially from Republican women, for stronger accountability and reforms in handling these cases.
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Two members of Congress, Reps. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) and Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.), resigned last month due to sexual misconduct allegations.
Swalwell denies the allegations; Gonzales admitted to an affair with a staffer who later died by suicide.
Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-N.C.) faces accusations of inappropriate behavior towards young female staffers, which he denies.
Republican women lawmakers like Reps. Anna Paulina Luna, Nancy Mace, and Lauren Boebert are vocal about exposing misconduct and demanding consequences.
Over $338,000 in taxpayer money was spent settling sexual misconduct cases involving eight former members over the past decade.
The House Ethics Committee has been criticized for slow investigations into misconduct, with calls for more resources and faster processes.
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is leading efforts to reform sexual harassment rules, aiming to improve reporting options for women on Capitol Hill.
There is ongoing tension and frustration about the culture of misconduct and lack of effective accountability in Congress.
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The meaning of the word "mom" is changing as more people use it to describe caring for pets or plants, not just raising children. This shift reflects changes in family life, where fewer people have children due to costs and other reasons, leading to debate about who should be recognized as a mom.
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Mother’s Day used to focus only on women with children but now includes people who care for pets or plants.
Many childfree people say being a “dog mom” or “plant mom” shows real care and responsibility.
Birth rates in the U.S. have fallen for four years in a row and are below the replacement level needed to maintain the population.
Cost is a big reason why many Americans think raising children is too expensive.
Nearly half of adults aged 18–49 without children say they probably won’t have kids, with many making this a deliberate choice.
The rise of “pet parenting” shows changing ideas about what counts as family and care.
Some mothers feel that calling pet owners “moms” diminishes the challenges of raising children.
People who care for pets argue that their role is a deep commitment and not just owning animals.
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New data shows that Olivia and Liam were the most popular baby names in the U.S. for 2025, keeping their top spots for seven years in a row. While traditional names remain common, more parents are choosing unusual and creative names, reflecting changing cultural trends.
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Olivia and Liam were the No. 1 baby names for girls and boys in 2025.
Traditional names like Charlotte, Emma, Noah, and Oliver still rank high.
The name Eliana rose into the top 10 for girls for the first time in 2025.
Unusual names like Kasai (meaning fire) and Klarity are quickly becoming popular.
Parents want names that feel unique but not too strange.
Names with "El-" sounds, like Eleanor and Ellie, are becoming trendy.
The share of babies given a top-10 name has decreased, showing more variety in naming.
These trends reflect broader cultural changes in how Americans choose baby names.
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Mothers in Minnesota and across the U.S. have organized resistance movements to fight against the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement, especially focusing on protecting children and families. These mothers support their communities by providing food, transportation, monitoring immigration agents, and campaigning to end child detention.
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Mothers in Minnesota formed support networks to help children get to school, feed families, protest, and protect communities during aggressive immigration enforcement called “Operation Metro Surge.”
A photo of five-year-old Liam Ramos detained with his father brought national attention to the issue of child detention under President Trump’s policies.
Advocate and children’s TV host Rachel Accurso campaigned to end immigration detention for children, sharing emotional stories from detained kids like a spelling bee winner named Deiver.
Pediatricians who are mothers started a campaign involving thousands of medical professionals to highlight the health risks faced by children in detention centers.
These mother-led movements build on a long history of moms organizing for causes like gun control, police reform, climate action, women’s rights, and abortion access.
Groups like Vote Mama work to elect more mothers to public office, helping to push policies that support families and communities.
The activism of white suburban mothers surprised some commentators who previously focused mainly on Black and brown mothers in social movements.
These mother networks use everyday tools like carpools, meetups, and group chats to organize and protect their communities.
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Zachary Alam, who took part in the January 6 US Capitol attack and was pardoned by President Donald Trump in January 2025, has been sentenced to seven years in prison for burglary in Virginia. Alam was found guilty of breaking into a home, stealing items, and was sentenced despite his earlier pardon for federal charges related to the Capitol riot.
Key Facts
Zachary Alam was involved in the January 6, 2021 attack on the US Capitol.
He received one of the longest sentences for the attack—eight years—and served nearly four years before being pardoned by President Trump in January 2025.
In May 2025, Alam broke into a home near Richmond, Virginia, claiming he was there to fix the internet, but left with electronics and jewelry.
Alam was arrested the day after the burglary and found guilty in October 2025 of breaking and entering and grand larceny.
He was sentenced to 20 years for each charge, with most of the grand larceny time and 13 years of the breaking and entering time suspended, resulting in a 7-year prison sentence.
Alam will also serve 20 years of probation for each conviction after release.
Prosecutors said Alam believed he was “doing the right thing” during the Capitol attack and the burglary.
The pardon from President Trump did not protect Alam from state charges in Virginia.
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The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), which recently ceased operations, informed Congress that it has $19 billion available to pay for closing its programs. Some critics want these funds to be used to support urgent humanitarian needs instead.
Key Facts
USAID has $19 billion to cover costs from shutting down its programs.
The agency stopped operating last year.
The notification about the funds was sent to Congress recently.
There are discussions about how to best use the remaining money.
Some people suggest using the funds to save lives by helping people in need.
The closing costs are part of the total funds USAID has left.
The article does not specify what programs USAID ended.
USAID has historically worked on international development and aid.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth supported a bipartisan bill that some leading Republicans oppose because of its cost. The bill, named after an Army combat engineer who got cancer from toxic burn pit exposure, aims to help about 54,000 veterans with combat injuries.
Key Facts
Pete Hegseth, the Defense Secretary, showed support for a veterans benefits bill.
The bill is bipartisan, meaning both Republicans and Democrats support it.
Some important Republicans, including the Senate Armed Services Committee chair, oppose the bill due to its high expense.
The bill is named after a U.S. Army combat engineer who was diagnosed with cancer from toxic burn pits.
The proposed legislation would help around 54,000 veterans who were hurt in combat.
Burn pits are areas where the military burns waste, which has been linked to health problems for soldiers nearby.
The bill addresses healthcare and benefits for veterans exposed to these toxic conditions.
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A woman named Ladan Richardson had a Netflix password included in her divorce settlement after she asked for access during her court hearing. Experts say such requests reflect the modern reality that sharing digital accounts is part of daily life, but they are usually unusual and tricky to enforce legally.
Key Facts
Divorce settlements usually cover homes, money, and children but now may include digital subscriptions.
Ladan Richardson asked for her ex-husband’s Netflix password along with the car and dog during her divorce.
The judge included the Netflix access in the official divorce agreement.
Streaming services and shared digital accounts cost money and can be important in separated households.
Lawyers are often reluctant to put password-sharing agreements in legal documents because technology and services can change.
Enforcing password sharing by law is difficult and not an efficient use of court time.
Requests like this often show deeper issues like financial worries or emotional struggles during divorce.
Experts suggest settlements are better focused on financial terms than shared services to avoid future problems.
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State health insurance marketplaces created by ObamaCare are seeing fewer people signing up after Congress, controlled by Republicans, ended extra financial help. Experts say the number of people leaving coverage will likely increase across many states in the future.
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The health insurance marketplaces were set up under ObamaCare to help people buy coverage.
Congress, led by the GOP, stopped enhanced subsidies that made insurance cheaper.
Millions of Americans have dropped their health insurance since these extra payments ended.
The effect of these changes varies in different states.
Experts and state officials expect enrollment in these marketplaces to keep falling.
The decline in coverage is linked to policies from a new law called the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
This situation could lead to more people without health insurance in the coming years.
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Saturday Night Live aired a comedy sketch making fun of the drinking habits of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, FBI Director Kash Patel, and Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. The sketch included jokes about their public reputations and referenced political and personal topics related to their roles.
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The sketch was the cold open of an SNL episode and featured Colin Jost as Pete Hegseth, Matt Damon as Brett Kavanaugh, and Aziz Ansari as Kash Patel.
It took place in a bar setting called Martin’s Tavern in Washington, D.C.
The characters joked about heavy drinking and used references tied to their public images and current jobs.
Kavanaugh’s character mentioned a “6-3 decision,” a nod to the Supreme Court's conservative majority.
Jokes touched on serious topics like war, abortion, and voting issues, using humor linked to the officials’ actions.
Patel’s character spoke about making his own “FBI bourbon” and joked about being mistaken for underage.
The sketch referenced rumors and reports about Patel’s alcohol use while working.
It ended with a joke about President Donald Trump potentially seeking a third term, which is legally prohibited.
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Labour Party members are debating whether to change their leader, Keir Starmer, after poor local election results. Some want a new leader, but top Labour officials, including Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson, say it is the wrong time to challenge him.
Key Facts
Labour lost control of around 40 councils and 1,500 seats in recent local elections.
Some Labour MPs, including Catherine West, plan to seek a leadership challenge against Starmer.
Bridget Phillipson and other Starmer supporters argue against a leadership contest now, saying voters want the party to focus on delivering results.
About 40 Labour MPs have publicly said Starmer should step down or set a date to leave.
Starmer aims to continue as Labour leader for 10 years and has brought in advisers like former Prime Minister Gordon Brown.
Labour members, voters, and union leaders express frustration and call for clearer policies to regain support.
A leadership contest could exclude non-parliament members like Andy Burnham from rejoining.
Some senior Labour figures suggest a need for unity and quicker action rather than internal conflict.
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Measles cases in the United States are increasing at the highest rate since 1991. Some public officials criticize Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who holds a top health position, for promoting anti-vaccine ideas that may undermine efforts to control the outbreak.
Key Facts
The U.S. saw the largest number of confirmed measles cases since 1991 in 2025.
Measles is a highly contagious disease that was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000.
Vaccination rates had kept measles under control until recent years.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. holds a high public health office and has expressed anti-vaccine views.
During President Trump’s first term, he supported vaccines and urged people to get vaccinated against measles.
Measles killed 83 people on American Samoa in 2019, after Kennedy spread anti-vaccine messages there.
If measles continues spreading for more than 12 months in the U.S., the country could lose its measles elimination status for the first time in 26 years.
The rise in measles cases coincides with increased vaccine hesitancy linked to anti-vaccine movements.
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A pastor, John Mark Burns, unveiled a large golden statue of President Donald Trump at a Florida golf course. The statue was meant to symbolize strength and patriotism, but some religious leaders criticized it for resembling idol worship, which the Bible forbids.
Key Facts
The statue is 22 feet tall and located at Trump National Doral Miami in Florida.
John Mark Burns, an evangelical minister and adviser to President Trump, led the unveiling ceremony.
Dozens of religious figures attended the event supporting the statue.
Burns said the statue represents resilience, freedom, patriotism, and courage, not worship.
President Trump shared the statue image on his social media platform, calling it the work of "great American Patriots."
Some religious leaders criticized the statue as violating biblical rules against idolatry, which is worshiping false gods.
Burns responded that the statue honors Trump’s impact, not worship.
The statue is part of broader efforts to promote Trump’s personal brand, including branded products and renaming buildings.
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Labour Party member Catherine West has threatened to launch a leadership challenge against Labour leader Keir Starmer after poor election results. Starmer said he will not resign, and senior Labour figures, such as Bridget Phillipson, have expressed doubts about the need for a leadership contest.
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Catherine West, a Labour MP, wants a leadership contest to replace Keir Starmer as the party leader.
West needs support from 81 Labour MPs to trigger the contest but currently seems unlikely to get it.
Starmer refuses to step down as leader despite election losses for Labour.
Bridget Phillipson, a Labour Cabinet minister, respects West but believes a leadership contest is not the right solution.
Labour lost support partly because some voters feel the party has not delivered promised changes.
Phillipson admitted Labour made mistakes, including cutting winter fuel payments for many pensioners.
Some Labour officials say the party should focus on addressing voter concerns rather than internal conflicts.
Catherine West was a junior Foreign Office minister before being removed last year in a government reshuffle.
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Jayme Stephen, who has had Type 1 diabetes since she was seven, lost her right leg after stepping on a dog biscuit that caused a severe infection called sepsis. After several surgeries to stop the infection, doctors amputated her leg to save her life. Now, she is adjusting to life as a wheelchair user and hopes to return to outdoor activities she loves.
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Jayme Stephen is 39 years old and was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at age seven.
She stepped on a dog biscuit, which caused an infection leading to sepsis.
Her right foot swelled to three times its normal size and became extremely painful.
Jayme underwent three major surgeries in five days at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.
Doctors amputated her leg below the knee to stop the spreading infection.
Diabetes is a common cause of lower limb amputations, with over 180 amputations weekly in the UK.
Jayme struggled with anxiety and mental health challenges related to her diabetes before the infection.
Despite challenges, she aims to return to activities like kayaking and has bought a canoe since losing her leg.
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The fight over redrawing congressional districts in the United States has intensified. Virginia's Supreme Court has been asked to pause a decision that invalidated a new congressional map supported by Democrats.
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Redistricting is the process of redrawing district boundaries for elections, affecting political representation.
Virginia’s Supreme Court recently struck down the state’s new congressional map.
The new map was favored by the Democratic Party.
Virginia has requested its Supreme Court to delay enforcement of this ruling.
This is part of a broader nationwide conflict over how congressional maps are drawn.
Redistricting battles can influence which party has the advantage in elections.
Courts often play a key role in resolving disputes about political maps.
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Beverly Hills detectives are investigating the death of a widow found below a staircase in her mansion. CBS News correspondent Erin Moriarty reports on the case in the show "48 Hours."
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The incident happened in Beverly Hills.
A widow was discovered dead below a mansion staircase.
Detectives are working to understand how she died.
The case is covered on the CBS News program "48 Hours."
Erin Moriarty is the reporter presenting the story.
The report is available on the CBS News app and website.
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An explosion on a boat at Haulover Sandbar in Miami injured 11 people. Emergency teams responded quickly, and the injured were taken to hospitals for burns and other injuries. Authorities are still investigating what caused the blast.
Key Facts
The explosion happened on a boat at Haulover Sandbar, a popular tourist spot in Miami.
Eleven people were injured and taken to local hospitals.
Victims suffered burns and traumatic injuries.
Emergency crews, including fire rescue, the Coast Guard, and wildlife officials, responded to the incident.
Eyewitnesses reported seeing people thrown from the boat during the explosion.
The cause of the explosion has not yet been determined.
Videos showed emergency teams arriving by helicopter to help the injured.
Haulover Sandbar is known for clear, shallow water and is a common place for boating and tourism.
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A new poll from Politico finds that 72 percent of Americans believe there is too much money in U.S. politics. Only 5 percent of people disagree with this view.
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72 percent of Americans say there is too much money in U.S. politics.
Only 5 percent of Americans think there is not too much money in politics.
The poll was released by Politico on a Saturday.
The poll reflects opinions of a broad group of voters across the country.
Many voters who supported the former vice president had stronger concerns about money in politics.
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