Portland City Commissioner Rene Gonzalez has announced his intention to sue the city over its delayed response to investigate crimes committed against him during his 2024 mayoral campaign. The moderate Democrat accused the city of failing to protect political candidates who were frequently threatened with violence, particularly by anarchist groups like Antifa.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has ordered an open investigation into the mayor of Coalcoman, Michoacan, after a controversial Christmas party where local government officials allegedly praised drug lords from the notorious Cartel Jalisco New Generation (CJNG). The party, attended by city officials and a high-ranking military officer, reportedly saw cartel members distributing gifts to children, with a banner later thanking the cartel’s leader, Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera, and his sons for their “generosity.”
The official X account for Ford Motor Company was reportedly compromised on Monday, resulting in the posting of inflammatory messages, including one labeling Israel a "terrorist state."
President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team has instructed cabinet nominees to cease all social media activity ahead of Senate confirmation hearings, according to a report from the New York Post. The directive, issued by incoming Chief of Staff Susie Wiles on December 29, stresses that nominees should not speak publicly without prior approval.
The University of Oregon has dismissed Leonard Serrato, an Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life, after he made controversial remarks on social media calling for Trump supporters to "go jump off of a f*cking bridge" in the wake of the 2020 presidential election. The university confirmed to the Daily Mail that Serrato, who had previously been placed on administrative leave, is "no longer an employee," citing "personal reasons" for his departure without further elaboration.
