Odette Yousef
Stories
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Politics
Trump's reelection victory pushes some LGTBQ Minneapolis residents to safety training
For some marginalized communities the second Trump term is fraught with fears over personal safety. In Minneapolis, one organization is helping with de-escalation services and gun training.
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National
Neighbors protecting neighbors: Worried marginalized communities prep for Trump term
For some marginalized communities the second Trump term is fraught with fears over personal safety. In Minneapolis, one organization is helping neighbors with de-escalation services and gun training.
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Law & Courts
Experts comb CEO shooting suspect's comments posted on social media
There are big unknowns about what might have led a suspect arrested for the shooting of the UnitedHealthCare CEO to allegedly commit the crime. Many experts are looking at the suspect's digital trail.
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National
Peter Hegseth's tattoos are raising some eyebrows
President-Elect Donald Trump's pick for Secretary of Defense — Peter Hegseth — has gotten a lot of attention for his tattoos.
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National
How COVID-19 conspiracy theories fueled support for Trump among Christian Nationalists
For some Christians in the U.S., the 2020 Covid lockdowns fueled the belief that they were being politically persecuted, prompting them to now resolve to “take back” America as the election nears.
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Politics
How veterans are showing up — and pushing back against extremism — this election
For many who served in the military, this election is a time to encourage civic participation and push back on conspiracy theories.
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Nationalist Christians rally to repent for what they consider to be the nation’s sins
A recent rally drew a fervently pro-Trump crowd of nationalist Christians to D.C. The gathering displayed how religion is attracting a multiracial and multiethnic component to Trump's base.
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National
Extremism experts are keeping an eye on an event targeted at women in Washington, D.C.
A conservative Christian gathering on the National Mall Saturday aims to bring together anti-LGTBQ, anti-abortion, and QAnon activists.
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National Security
Small communities brace for potential election-related violence
Civil society organizations are quietly undertaking unprecedented efforts to stave off possible election-related political violence. Many are focused on shoring up local communities against the worst.
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Politics
Political violence incidents, including attempts on Trump's life, increases in 2024
The apparent second assassination attempt of Donald Trump is stirring concern about growing political violence in the U.S.
