THE WEEK IN REVIEW: APRIL 26-MAY 2, 2026: NEWS HIGHLIGHTS

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MAY 5 IS CINCO DE MAYO AND CHILDREN’S DAY IN JAPAN.

MAY 8 IS THE 140TH ANNIVERSARY OF JOHN PEMBERTON INVENTING WHAT WE KNOW TODAY AS COCA-COLA.

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MAY 10 IS ALSO WORLD MIGRATORY BIRD🐦 DAY.

AMONGST EVENTS AROUND THE W🌍RLD THIS PAST WEEK…

ACTUAL ONLINE TEXT

*Its Secretary-General Antonio Guterres says America still owes the United Nations money, whether or not the Trump/Republican regime actually wants to pay the debt.

*During King Charles III and Queen Camilla's diplomatic visit to America, the King addressed the US Congress and one comedic turn of note. The royal couple visited Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia before heading to Bermuda. (There are 6/SIX separate links in this item.)

*Bermuda concluded with launching a new space probe.

*The conflict in Mali is heating up again.

*Australia wants to tax tech giants to fund newsrooms.

*The Trump/Republican regime wants to establish a new oil pipeline between Canada and America.

*The reported COVID state of the world, as of May 2, 2026. But why has there been no data from the United States since January 21, 2025???

*America's military presence in Germany will be reduced. NATO wants details. (There are 2/TWO separate links in this item.)

*A look at illegal customs activity in the United Kingdom.

*Google/Alphabet Inc. plans further investment into AI development.

*Claire's of America is no longer maintaining stores in Ireland or the United Kingdom.

*Could you be owed money from Google's settlement with Android???

*So what happened to the missing Oscar???

*The world's oldest penguin🐧 recently celebrated its 38th birthday.

IN THE MIDDLE EAST…

*Concerning Israel, Palestine, Hamas, Hezbollah, the Gaza Strip and more. (There are 4/FOUR separate links in this item.)

*Has the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon ended prematurely??? The Israeli airstrikes continue. (There are 2/TWO separate links in this item.)

*The United Arab Emirates has decided to leave OPEC.

*There is currently a ceasefire between the US and Iran, but how long will it last??? After previous proposal(s) have been rejected, Iran has submitted another peace plan for America's consideration. (There are 2/TWO separate links in this item.)

*Speculation: Is Israel raiding cargo ships carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza in International waters???

THE RUSSIA UKRAINE WAR!

*As the war continues…  

*Could there be even a temporary ceasefire in the future???

THE TERRORIST REPORT…

*The Free Choice E-zine does not support terrorism, no matter what the “cause” or alleged “justification”. Thus we will only be posting news items in this section whenever terrorists are brought to justice through arrest and trial.

🌐THE CLIMATE CHANGE CHRONICLES…

*The Trump/Republican regime wants to establish a new oil pipeline between Canada and America.

*What about the Benzene emissions along the Texas Gulf Coast???

*May 3 is Wild Koala🐨 Day.

*May 8 is World Donkey🫏 Day.

*May 9 is Public Gardens Day.

*May 10 is World Migratory Bird🐦 Day.

🌌SPACE NEWS...

*So, about those UFOs... 👽

*May 5 is the 65th anniversary of Alan Sheppard, Junior being the first American astronaut in space during 15 minute suborbital flight.

😢PASSING PARADE…

*The innocent lives lost to war.  

*Nedra Talley of The Ronettes has passed away.

*Comic book and television writer Gerry Conway (DC, Marvel, the Law and Order franchise) is no longer with us.

*Actor Dion Anderson (The Shawshank Redemption, Days of Our Lives, more) has taken his last bow on life’s stage.

*Comic book writer Len Strazewski (DC, Now Comics and Malibu Comics) is no longer with us.

*Oscar winning sound technician Steve Maslow (many films between 1978-2023) has passed away.

*Roger Sweet, Mattel toy designer who developed He-Man and the Masters of the Universe franchise, is no longer with us.

*Singer/songwriter David Allan Coe (♫You Never Even Called Me By My Name♫, ♫Take This Job And Shove It♫, more) has passed away.

*Former professional basketball🏀 player Art Becker is no longer with us.

*Guitarist Georg Wadenius (Blood, Sweat and Tears and Saturday Night Live house band) has past away.

*Race car driver and Paralympics champion Alex Zanardi is no longer with us.

*Former professional football🏈 player Josh Mauro has passed away.

*Painter Georg Baselitz has passed away.

WITHIN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA…

ARE YOU AWARE OF THE THERMOS RECALL???

MAY 5 IS THE 135TH ANNIVERSARY OF CARNEGIE HALL OPENING.

WE NEED MORE

GUN RESPONSIBILITY

NOW!

ALL INEQUALITY HAS TO STOP!

BAN BOOK BANS!

POLITICALLY…

ON FOREIGN ISSUES…

FACT BASED OPINION

*During King Charles and Queen Camilla's diplomatic visit to America, the King addressed the US Congress and one comedic turn of note. The royal couple visited Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia before heading to Bermuda. (There are 6/SIX separate links in this item.)

*Its Secretary-General Antonio Guterres says America still owes the United Nations money, whether or not the Trump/Republican regime actually wants to pay the debt.

*America's military presence in Germany will be reduced. NATO wants details. (There are 2/TWO separate links in this item.)

*Claire's of America is no longer maintaining stores in Ireland or the United Kingdom.

*Democrats were unable to prevent the Trump/Republican regime from contemplating military actions against Cuba. Whether any actually happen remains to be seen. (There are 2/TWO separate links in this item.)

*The Trump/Republican regime wants to establish a new oil pipeline between Canada and America.

THE US-IRAN WAR…

FACT BASED OPINION

*Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth appeared before a Congressional Committee to answer questions about the war. But does he know anything about insider trading??? (There are 4/FOUR separate links in this item.)

*There is currently a ceasefire between the US and Iran, but how long will it last??? After previous proposal(s) have been rejected, Iran has submitted another peace plan for America's consideration. (There are 2/TWO separate links in this item.)

*60/SIXTY days into the war now... but will the Trump/Republican regime honor the time limits??? (There are 2/TWO separate links in this item.)

*Trump considers anyone against the war treasonous as he rejected Iran's latest peace proposal.

*One man's analysis of the war, so far.

*Republicans' latest opinions on the war.

THE TRUMP TARIFF TURMOIL AND THE ECONOMY…

*The Trump/Republican regime has issued a 25% tariff on all vehicle imports from Europe.

*The Trump/Republican regime will soon drop the tariffs on whisky imports after the royal visit.

*When his term as Chair ends, Jerome Powell will remain on the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, for now.

*Spirit Airlines has stopped flying because of rising fuel costs.

*Lammes Candies is going out of business.

*Analysis: Presidenting for profit. The record, so far. (There are 2/TWO separate links in this item.)

*Analysis: Why changing the SNAP/Food Stamp rules hasn't increased employment.

*Opinion: Who's to blame for rising gas prices???

*Speculation: Will there be more American oil drilling???

FACT BASED OPINION

ON IMMIGRANT ISSUES…

*Congress has come to an agreement to fund parts of the Department of Homeland Security, without money for ICE. Trump has since signed the measure into law. (There are 2/TWO separate links in this item.)

*The use of Tear Gas has been officially approved.

*An Appeals Court has ruled Alligator Alcatraz can stay open until all the legal issues are resolved.

*Green Card holders and applicants received 2/TWO legal decisions in their favor this week.

*Yet a Federal Court has ruled that immigrant children can be detained.

*Opinion: ICE's new sub-contractor.

*Border Patrol official Greg Bovino's opinions on current events.

*Speculation: Is there a new US Passport in the future??? Maybe. (There are 2/TWO separate links in this item.)

ON DOMESTIC ISSUES...

*May Day protests and rallies were held May 1 concerning the economy, social differences and other matters.

*The Trump/Republican regime obviously doesn't like science. First all the members of the National Science Board, which oversees the National Science Foundation, were fired. Then arrested was David Morens, a research assistant for Doctor Anthony Fauci. (There are 3/THREE separate links in this item.)

FACT BASED POSSIBILITY

*The Department of Justice has indicted former FBI director James Comey again, but will it go to trial??? (There are 4/FOUR separate links in this item.)

*The Trump/Republican regime probably won't like Pope Leo XIV's choice of new Bishop in West Virginia.

*Trump wants a probe into the January 6, 2021 Congressional riot ended.

*The Trump/Republican regime wants to change some key gun  safety regulation.

*The Trump/Republican regime on new retirement plans.

THE WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENTS DINNER OF APRIL 25, 2026...

PART OF INTERVIEW

*Those targeted were safe after an assassination attempt.

*The suspect allegedly wrote about his plans in advance.

*The Prosecution is already preparing its case.

*Trump isn't happy with 60 Minutes questions about the assassination attempt. (There are 2/TWO separate links in this item.)

*Republicans are already blaming the Democrats, who of course disagree. (There are 2/TWO separate links in this item.)

*The suspect is now on a suicide prevention watch.

*Analysis: So when did the suspect shoot???

*Speculation: The conspiracy theories have started concerning the dinner. (There are 3/THREE separate links in this item.)

*Speculation: Will they attempt to rehold the dinner???

THE 2026 MID-TERM ELECTIONS…

*The Supreme Court ruled in Louisiana's favor April 29
concerning the 1965 Voting Right Acts requirement of accurate social representation in voting districts. While Louisiana may be the only one who "properly redistricts" in time for the 2026 Mid-Term Elections this fall, other Republican controlled states are expected to follow suit before the 2028 Presidential Election. Democrats have vowed to legally fight the ruling and any ensuing attempted changes, yet repercussions of the Court's actions are already being felt. (There are 7/SEVEN separate links in this item.)

*The latest concerning Virginia.

*Analysis: Regardless of the reason(s) why, is redistricting legal??? But while Florida did draw a new map that is already facing court challenges, they may not be legally able to redistrict either. (There are 4/FOUR separate links in this item.)

*Analysis: Georgia's importance this fall.

*Analysis: Who will replace Nancy Pelosi???

*Speculation: Will Indiana redistrict???

NOTE: With the 2026 mid-term elections drawing near, the Trump/Republican regime is trying to make sure the Republican Party maintains control of the House of Representatives and the Senate to continue their agenda.

THE BALLROOM BLITZ...

*Survive an assassination attempt, demand a ballroom??? (There are 2/TWO separate links in this item.)

*But now tax payers are expected to contribute to its construction.

ALSO…

*So what happened to Trump Media???

*Voter remorse is growing as Trump's poll numbers and support shrinks. (There are 2/TWO separate links in this item.)

*First TACO. Now NACHO???

*Who still currently has a grant???

*Keeping track of all the legal actions against the current Trump/Republican regime and its personnel.

*The latest from the White House.

*Analysis: A late night posting spree.

THE JEFFREY EPSTEIN SITUATION…

*Former Attorney General Pam Bondi may be in contempt of Congress for not answering questions about the Epstein Files.

*NOTE: Any possible crimes happened BEFORE his first Presidential campaign so as a potential civilian suspect, Donald Trump is NOT covered by the Supreme Court’s Presidential Immunity Ruling in The Jeffrey Epstein Situation.

FACT BASED OPINION

MEDICAL NEWS…

*A mail order abortion pill has been officially blocked nationwide.

*The battles over raw milk continue.

*Trump has announced a new nominee to be Surgeon General.

*The current status of your hospital.

*Opinion: Has trust in vaccines been damaged???

⚖THE SUPREME COURT REPORT…

*The Supreme Court ruled in Louisiana's favor April 29 concerning the 1965 Voting Right Acts requirement of accurate social representation in voting districts. But not every Justice agrees with the decision. (There are 4/FOUR separate links in this item.)

*The Court is considering Immigrant Protections.

DEFENDING FREE SPEECH…

FACT BASED OPINION

*The Trump/Republican regime is still demanding Jimmy Kimmel be fired, including Melania, while the FCC is "reviewing" all of Disney's broadcast licenses. What happens next remains to be seen. (There are 4/FOUR separate links in this item.)

*Analysis: Does America still have Freedom of the Press???

*Speculation: The future of CBS News???

SOCIAL (IN)JUSTICE…

*Seattle, Washington will soon be initiating a Millionaire Tax.

*A suspect has been arrested in the Mac and Cheese scandal.

*Analysis: Does the Trump/Republican regime honor court decisions???

*There are differing opinions on why some people are no longer receiving food assistance.

*Opinion: Who's parents should have a say in school policies???

*Speculation: Will Trump pardon Nicole Daedone???

✅IT’S FACT CHECK TIME!

*Who got escorted out of the White House Correspondents dinner first???

*Fact Checking other Republicans.

*How big IS Greenland???

*Aluminum foil: Shiny side up or down???

ACTUAL MOMENT

MEANWHILE, IN CONGRESS…

*Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth appeared before a Congressional Committee to answer questions about the war. But does he know anything about insider trading??? (There are 4/FOUR separate links in this item.)

*Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin appeared before the House Energy and Commerce Committee April 28.

*Congress has come to an agreement to fund parts of the Department of Homeland Security, without money for ICE. Trump has since signed the measure into law. (There are 2/TWO separate links in this item.)

*Speaker of the House Mike Johnson did not have a good April 29.

*If you still have SNAP/Food Card benefits, you may soon be able to buy hot rotisserie chicken.

*The latest Bills pending before Congress.

*Opinion: So why won't his nominees admit Trump lost in 2020???

ELSEWHERE…

*Camp Mystic has decided not to reopen this summer.

*Could you be owed money from Google's settlement with Android???

*Google/Alphabet Inc. plans further investment into AI development.

*Blue Cross/Blue Shield owes some members money in a newly agreed to settlement.

*So what happened to the missing Oscar??? And the Academy has announced some future rule changes. (There are 2/TWO separate links in this item.)

*Golden Tempo won the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby, the first leg of the 2026 Triple Crown of horse racing.🏇

*So, about those UFOs... 👽

😀AND FINALLY, SOME GOOD NEWS…

*Woody from Toy Story knows sign language.

*The world's oldest penguin🐧 recently celebrated its 38th birthday.

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