Democracy Now! Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Headlines for September 30, 2025; Trump’s Gaza Plan Is Mere “Repackaging of Genocide” for Israel’s Benefit: Diana Buttu; “Break the Blockade and End the Siege”: Nelson Mandela’s Grandson Speaks from Gaza Aid Flotilla; “The Government Has Been Shut Down” Since Trump Took Office: David Dayen; “We Do Not Want Federal Troops”: Oregon Rejects Trump’s Plan to Send Forces to Portland; Chicago Activist on Organizing Community ICE Patrols as Trump Escalates Immigration Crackdown

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