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• A Michigan defense attorney is pushing back against federal claims that a group of young men were plotting a Halloween terror attack — arguing that FBI Director Kash Patel’s description of the alleged plan was exaggerated and never existed. Questions continue to rise about political influence and overreach in national security narratives.
• In Washington, D.C., a statue of Confederate general Albert Pike has been restored as part of the Trump administration’s push to “reframe historical context.” Pike remains the only outdoor monument to a Confederate leader in the nation's capital — raising fresh debate over whose history gets protected and promoted.
• The federal government shutdown has now stretched into a full month — and airlines say they're running out of patience. With air traffic controllers and TSA staff working without pay, major carriers are warning Congress: safety, morale, and holiday travel chaos are all on the line.
🧠 Topic Tuesday Girl Dads 👧🏾👑
Fatherhood. Pride. Protection. Presence.
Today we highlight the lessons, the love, and the legacy of being a proud Girl Dad — and what it means in culture, community, and real life. From braiding hair to building confidence, Girl Dads are raising the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and world-changers.
