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DOJ opens civil rights investigation into death of Alex Pretti

The Justice Department has opened a federal civil rights investigation into the shooting death of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. Pretti was gunned down by Border Patrol officers and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said the FBI would be leading the investigation. Blanche did not explain why DOJ decided to open an investigation into Pretti’s killing, but has said a similar probe is not warranted in the death of Renee Good, who was shot by an ICE officer.

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Trump signs order for IndyCar race in D.C. to celebrate America's 250th birthday

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Friday calling for an IndyCar race to roar through the streets of Washington in August as part of celebrations to mark the 250th birthday of the United States. The Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. would mark the first-ever IndyCar street race in the nation's capital. The event will be held near or on the National Mall, bringing open-wheel racing within sight of iconic Washington monuments and museums, and allowing free access for many. "We're celebrating greatness with American motor racing. It's going to take place on August 21st to the 23rd, and it's going to be so exciting," Trump told reporters in the Oval Office before signing the order. "And I love the race." The executive order represents an unusual presidential directive, mixing motorsports with patriotic celebration as the United States approaches its semiquincentennial in 2026. Trump, an avid golfer, also plans to host an Ultimate Fighting Championship at the White House in July, and has been promoting the soccer World Cup being held in the United States, Canada and Mexico from June 11 to July 19. Trump was joined at the Oval Office signing by Roger Penske, founder and CEO of Penske Corp, which owns the IndyCar Series and Indianapolis Motor Speedway, as well as officials from Fox Sports, which will be the media partner for the event. "It's going to be an economic benefit to the area, to the city," Penske said, without providing details. U.S. officials said the city last hosted a street race - involving horses - in 1801, when Thomas Jefferson was president. "This is going to be wild," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said, adding that Trump had challenged his Cabinet to "think outside the box" to make the 250th anniversary celebration "historic and cool." Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said planning for the event had been under discussion for months, but was finalized this past week. No details were provided about funding or logistical arrangements for threading race cars through the typically traffic-clogged streets of downtown Washington. Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser, a Democrat, supported the initiative, officials said, but was not present for the announcement. The IndyCar series currently features street races in cities including Long Beach, California, and St. Petersburg, Florida, but has never attempted to navigate the complex security and traffic considerations of the federal district.

Another Major Snowstorm Slams East Coast This Weekend

A powerful winter storm is about to impact the East Coast this weekend, and it’s not an ordinary one. Winter Storm Gianna is rapidly intensifying into a bomb cyclone, bringing heavy snow, damaging winds, blizzard conditions, and dangerous coastal flooding from the Carolinas to New England. Some areas could see over 6 inches of snow, wind gusts up to 70 mph, and life-threatening Arctic cold behind the storm. Travel disruptions, power outages, and coastal flooding are all possible as this major nor’easter peaks. Stay informed, stay prepared, and don’t underestimate this storm.

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Law, Order, and the Moral Center of America

Josh Hammer analyzes the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement strategy through the role of Tom Homan, including the arrest of Don Lemon, before turning to the cultural fascination surrounding Luigi Mangione and what it reveals about America’s growing confusion over justice and the death penalty. Rabbi Pinchas Taylor then joins to discuss the week’s Torah portion and the importance of Jewish-Christian bridge-building, and Josh closes with an encouraging reflection from a Young America’s Foundation event in Florida, offering a rare white-pill moment about the next generation.

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CONFIRMED: Anti-ICE Rioter Alex Pretti Wasn’t Jesus Reincarnated

The conversation delves into the fatal encounter between Alex Predde and ICE agents, exploring the context of his actions, the response of law enforcement, and the organized nature of protests surrounding immigration issues. It highlights the influence of foreign funding and local political corruption in these events, as well as the identification of key players involved in the protests. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carljacksonradio X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/carljacksonshow Parler: https://parler.com/carljacksonshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarljacksonshow http://www.TheCarlJacksonShow.com

Scott Jennings On Don Lemon's Arrest

Scott Jennings gives insight into his former colleague, Don Lemon's arrest. What comes next for Lemon?

Federal Judge Blocks Death Penalty in Mangione Case

A federal judge has ruled that prosecutors cannot seek the death penalty against Luigi Mangione in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. U.S. District Judge Margaret Garnett dismissed a federal murder charge against Mangione, finding it was legally flawed. The decision blocks the Trump administration’s effort to pursue capital punishment in the high-profile case. Garnett left in place federal stalking charges, which carry a maximum possible sentence of life in prison. Mangione has pleaded not guilty to both federal and state charges related to Thompson’s death. Thompson was shot and killed in December 2024 as he walked to an investor conference in midtown Manhattan. Prosecutors had described the killing as a premeditated assassination. While the death penalty is no longer an option at the federal level, Mangione still faces life-in-prison sentences if convicted. State murder charges remain pending, and future court dates are scheduled in both cases.

New Epstein files released by DOJ

The Justice Department has released a new batch of documents from its investigation into financier Jeffrey Epstein and his longtime associate, Ghislaine Maxwell. The records were made public Friday under a law aimed at increasing transparency around what the government knew about Epstein’s sexual abuse of underage girls and his interactions with wealthy and powerful individuals. The newly released files are part of a much larger collection of records. Federal officials say millions of pages are still being reviewed, with hundreds of Justice Department attorneys working to redact information that could identify victims or compromise privacy protections. Epstein was arrested in 2019 on federal sex trafficking charges but died by suicide later that year while being held at a New York jail. His death has fueled ongoing public scrutiny and conspiracy theories, as well as continued demands for the release of government records related to his case. The Justice Department says additional documents may be released as the review process continues.