X’s new feature reveals surprising origins of some popular accounts

They go by names like @TRUMP_ARMY— or @MAGANationX, and their verified accounts proudly display portraits of President Donald Trump, voter rallies and American flags. And they’re constantly posting about U.S. politics to their followers, sounding like diehard fans of the president. But after a weekend update to the social media platform X, it’s now clear

Accusations of “sedition” spark uproar. Here’s what the law says.

Six Democratic lawmakers are facing federal inquiries after they recorded a video urging military service members not to follow unlawful orders, a message President Trump alleged was “seditious.” “Our laws are clear: You can refuse illegal orders. … You must refuse illegal orders,” said the Democrats, all of whom served in the military or worked

Swalwell sues housing official who’s made multiple criminal referrals for Trump critics

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell of California filed a lawsuit Tuesday against Trump housing official Bill Pulte, who referred him to the Justice Department earlier this month for an investigation of mortgage and tax fraud allegations.  Swalwell, who entered the California governor’s race last week, filed the 19-page federal civil lawsuit in the U.S. Court for

Civil rights groups sue to stop DOJ from closing office that aims to curb unrest

A group of civil rights organizations is seeking an order to prevent the closure of a Justice Department office dedicated to preventing unrest and violence in U.S. cities. The groups are suing for a preliminary injunction to avert the closure of the Community Relations Service, which was launched in 1964 to avert rioting and racial

FBI opens inquiry into Democrats over “illegal orders,” lawmakers say

Washington — The FBI has opened an inquiry into six Democratic members of Congress whom President Trump accused of “seditious behavior,” according to several lawmakers.  The group appeared in a video last week that called on service members and members of the intelligence community to “refuse illegal orders.”  In a statement Tuesday, four House members

Trump pardons turkeys Gobble and Waddle in annual tradition

Washington — President Trump on Tuesday pardoned turkeys “Gobble” and “Waddle” in keeping with storied White House Thanksgiving tradition.  Mr. Trump, with first lady Melania at his side, said he was granting the turkeys a “full and unconditional pardon.”  Tuesday’s ceremony is one of Mr. Trump’s final actvities at the White House before he heads