SUMMARY: Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico criticized the EU’s plan to end Russian natural gas imports by 2027, calling it “absolutely unacceptable” and threatening a veto. The European Commission aims to ban new Russian gas contracts by the end of 2024 and phase out existing ones by 2027 to cut revenue for Putin’s war in Ukraine. Slovakia, which has a gas deal with Russia until 2034, warns this will raise gas prices and seeks compensation if the plan proceeds. Fico, known for his pro-Russia stance, also opposes halting oil and nuclear fuel imports from Russia and supports close ties with Moscow despite domestic protests.

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SUMMARY: The Trump administration is offering $1,000 to undocumented immigrants who self-deport using a new app, the CVP Home app, replacing a previous program. This initiative aims to save the federal government about 70% in costs, as deportation expenses average $17,000 per person, while self-deportation plus travel assistance costs about $4,500. Despite the financial incentive, many, like immigrant Francisco, remain skeptical and unwilling to leave. Around 7,000 people have used the app so far. Critics say the program highlights weak participation, and details about payment methods remain unclear. Immigration experts caution against false hopes of reentry.

The Trump administration announced Monday it will offer free airline tickets and a $1,000 incentive to some unauthorized immigrants if they sign up for self-deportation and return to their home countries voluntarily.

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SUMMARY: A former Nashville police lieutenant, Garet Davidson, was arrested on charges of theft, burglary, and official misconduct. He is accused of stealing case files, including documents related to the 2023 Covenant School shooting. Davidson, who worked in the Office of Professional Accountability, allegedly used his position to access restricted files. His attorney claims the charges aim to discredit Davidson, a whistleblower who reported serious misconduct within the department. Davidson had previously filed a complaint about police corruption, misconduct, and discrimination. Some of the charges relate to leaked materials from the school shooting, which sparked legal battles over public records.

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