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Newsweek
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Why Was Joe Giudice Deported? Bravo Star Asks Trump for Pardon
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Reality star Joe Giudice, who was deported from the United States back to his native Italy in 2019 after being convicted on federal fraud charges asked President Donald Trump for a pardon on Thursday. "President Trump, I respect you and I'm asking for a second chance," Giudice wrote on Instagram, along with the hashtag "PardonJoeGiudice." Newsweek reached out to representatives for Giudice for comment. Why It Matters Giudice rose to fame alongside his now ex-wife Teresa Giudice on Bravo's Real Housewives of New Jersey. Teresa also appeared on the fifth season of The Celebrity Apprentice, which was hosted by Trump. Trump pardoned reality stars Todd and Julie Chrisley last month. The Chrisley Knows Best couple was convicted on fraud and tax evasion charges. Giuseppe "Joe" Giudice, from the "Real Housewives of New Jersey," stands during a hearing in the Passaic County Courthouse in Paterson, New Jersey, on October 15, 2014. Giuseppe "Joe" Giudice, from the "Real Housewives of New Jersey," stands during a hearing in the Passaic County Courthouse in Paterson, New Jersey, on October 15, 2014. William Perlman/NJ Advance Media via AP, Pool What To Know In 2014, Joe and Teresa each pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud, one count of bankruptcy fraud by concealment of assets, one count of bankruptcy fraud by false oaths and one count of bankruptcy fraud by false declarations. Joe also pleaded guilty to one count of failure to file a tax return. Teresa was sentenced to 15 months in prison, while Joe was sentenced to 41 months. After Joe completed his sentence, he was deported to Italy. Joe was born in Italy and moved to New Jersey when he was 1 years old. He never obtained U.S. citizenship. He has since relocated to the Bahamas. Teresa and Joe, who share four daughters, finalized their divorce in 2020. Joe's Instagram post, which currently has over 38,000 likes, is captioned: "I'm Joe Guidice. I served my time, and I've been deported from the U.S. for nearly a decade. I was raised in Jersey. I'm a father of four amazing daughters and I just want to be allowed to visit them again. President Trump, I respect you and I'm asking for a second chance. @realdonaldtrump @donaldtrumpjr." Teresa commented on Joe's post on Thursday with prayer hands and heart emojis. "I love you dad," Milania Giudice, Joe and Teresa's daughter, wrote. Their oldest daughter Gia Giudice also wrote, "I love you." Fellow Real Housewives of New Jersey stars Siggy Flicker and Jen Aydin shared supportive comments on Joe's post. "I'm trying. Joe should be back home with his beautiful daughters," wrote Flicker, who was appointed to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum's board of trustees by Trump. Earlier this year, Joe Guidice appeared on his ex-wife Teresa Guidice's podcast Turning the Tables where he spoke about fighting his deportation. "I got a lawyer working on something, but she's been working on it and hasn't done anything yet, so, I don't know, we'll see. I did get in front of the embassy and they denied that was it. I paid a bunch of money for that, so...I went, and it took not even five minutes and they denied it, so I'm done with this crap. It is what it is." What People Are Saying Joe Guidice said earlier this year on his ex-wife Teresa Guidice's podcast Turning the Tables about missing the U.S.: "Well, I mean, you got friends, family. I mean, everything. You grow up someplace, you get used to everything. I mean, that's why I adapt[ed] here in the Bahamas, Nassau, because it's kind of like Americanized, and I always see American people here. So, I kind of feel like I'm close to home. When I was in Italy, it wasn't really the same. It was nice, but it just felt far. Like, here, it's close. It's only two-and-a-half hours away, and I guess because everybody comes and visits me, I don't feel like I'm too far." What Happens Next? Trump has not commented publicly on whether he will pardon Joe. Do you have a story that Newsweek should be covering? Do you have any questions about this story? Contact LiveNews@
Time Business News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Business News
BREAKING — 'The Code of Secret Domination' Unveils Memory-Bartering Dystopia in New Sci‑Fi Blockbuster
CHANDRAKONA, India, June 27, 2025 — The Code of Secret Domination, the highly anticipated sci‑fi novel by Akash Mondal, launches readers into a chilling world where memories are currency and surveillance is law. Released just three months ago, this riveting debut is already generating buzz for its fast-paced plot, thought-provoking themes, and complex characters . 📚 Why It Matters: Memory, Identity & Dystopian ControlThis isn't just another dystopian thriller. The Code of Secret Domination delves into timely issues—privacy erosion, identity theft, and the ethics of memory manipulation—in an age of AI and data surveillance. With global conversations around digital rights and personal autonomy, Mondal's narrative feels prescient. 🔍 SEO Keywords to Watch The Code of Secret Domination dystopian sci-fi memory currency novel surveillance futuristic thriller Akash Mondal debut book ⭐ Early Praise critics call it a 'fast‑paced, thought‑provoking blend of dystopian speculation and pulse‑pounding suspense'. The narrative lingers long after the last page, a testament to its emotional depth and philosophical resonance. 🛒 Available Now The novel is available in both print and digital formats, with listings on platforms such as Amazon and Kindle, and rolling out soon on Flipkart.— The code of secret Domination – CoverDownload ## 🧠 A City Where Every Thought Can Be Bought or Sold Mondal constructs a surreal metropolis where memories are extracted, traded, and weaponized. His protagonist, Lina, emerges as an unlikely hero—teaming up with a reclusive inventor and a tenacious journalist to dismantle a surveillance apparatus that threatens the very truth of identity. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Politics
- Newsweek
Joe Rogan Speaks Out Against ICE Raids: 'That's Crazy'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Podcaster Joe Rogan has spoken out against ICE raids in a recent episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, where he described them as "crazy" and said: "I don't think anybody would have signed up for that." Newsweek has reached out to a representative for Rogan via email outside of regular working hours for comment. Why It Matters Rogan endorsed Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election and interviewed him on his podcast. He also attended Trump's inauguration. Trump campaigned on a hardline immigration stance, pledging to carry out the largest mass deportation in American history. Trump's administration has said it deported around 100,000 illegal immigrants in the initial months of the presidency. Many individuals have been deported following Trump invoking the rarely used Alien Enemies Act of 1798, something which has been criticized and blocked by judges. ICE has been conducting raids around the country. Some arrests have been viewed as heavy handed while others have wrongly targeted people suspected of having no legal status in the U.S. The raids have led to nationwide protests. Joe Rogan looks on during UFC 316 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, on June 7, 2025. Joe Rogan looks on during UFC 316 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, on June 7, 2025. Elsa/Getty Images What To Know In an episode that aired on June 18, Rogan was joined by comic and writer Luis J. Gomez and Big Jay Oakerson, a stand-up comedian and podcaster. Rogan raised the topic of ICE raids, and said: "These ICE raids are f****** nuts man." Rogan then says he was watching a protest on television, and is asked by Oakerson if he thinks the raids are nuts, or the protests are. "All of it's nuts," Rogan responds. Gomez then says that he thinks both sides are "taking it a little too hard." "I don't think if the Trump administration, if they're running and they said, 'We're gonna go to Home Depot and we're gonna arrest all the people at Home Depot. We're gonna go to construction sites and we're going to just like tackle people at construction sites, I don't think anybody would have signed up for that," Rogan said. It's not the first time that Rogan has spoken about ICE raids. In an April episode of the podcast, he praised Trump's crackdown on illegal immigration but shared his upset at the news that the administration had deported a gay Venezuelan asylum-seeker along with a supposed member of the Tren de Aragua gang. "It's horrific," he said at the time, adding that it was "crazy," that this could have happened. A poll from Reuters/Ipsos conducted between June 11-12, which surveyed 1,136 Americans nationwide found that 52 percent of respondents (including one in five Democrats and nine in 10 Republicans) supported deportations of people in the country illegally. However, 49 percent of people in the poll said that Trump had gone too far with his arrests of immigrants, while 40 percent said he had not. The clip of Rogan speaking about the ICE raids has been met with a mixed response online. What People Are Saying Joe Rogan, speaking on his podcast: "They said, 'We're gonna get rid of the criminals and the gang members first'. And now we're seeing like Home Depots get raided. Like that's crazy." The Tennessee Holler, a media and news company wrote on X: "You were warned Joe. Yet you signed up for it." @bullriders1 on X: "Why does Joe Rogan have to start making sense?" @thatchthoughts on X: "That's exactly what I voted for. Mass deportations." What's Next Another round of anti-Trump protests is being planned across the U.S. for July 17. Among their goals are an end to "attacks on Black and brown Americans, immigrants, trans people, and other communities," according to protest organizers.
Newsweek
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Newsweek
Joe Rogan Reacts to Trump, Musk Social Media Brawl: 'Take His Phone Away'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Podcast host Joe Rogan was alerted to the social media feud between President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk in real-time while recording with Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel on Thursday, calling for someone to take Musk's phone away. Why It Matters Musk took a swipe at the Trump-backed spending bill this week, the bill the president has named the "big, beautiful bill." The quarrel exploded Thursday, leading to a public back and forth on X, formerly Twitter. Musk accused Trump of being "in the Epstein files" and said his tariff plan would send the United States into a recession this year and even questioned if there should be a new political party. Trump hit back, saying that Musk was "wearing thin" and that he asked him to leave the White House. Trump tasked Musk with heading up the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) during the first few months into his second term. Musk was hit with massive backlash in praise in response to his cutting of waste, fraud and abuse from the federal government. What To Know In the Thursday recording that went live on Friday, Patel and Rogan were speaking and were then flagged about the feud unfolding in real-time. "Since we were talking about fake news, this is going to come up because it's been going on since we've been recording and Trump seem to be in a bit of a spat," a person out of screen said in part. Rogan then read Musk's tweet about the Epstein files accusation, saying, "Jesus Christ." "I'm not participating in any of that conversation between Elon and Trump," Patel quickly interjected. Musk's post on Thursday read, "Time to drop the really big bomb: @realDonaldTrump is in the Epstein files. That is the real reason they have not been made public. Have a nice day, DJT!" Musk followed up, saying, "Mark this post for the future. The truth will come out." "Someone should take his phone away," Rogan said, still reacting to Musk's post. "Jesus Christ, that's a crazy thing to say. How does he know? Does he know that Donald Trump is in the Epstein files? Does he have access to the Epstein files," Rogan asked Patel. "I don't know how he would, but I'm just staying out of the Trump, Elon thing," Patel said, adding, "I know my lane, and that ain't it." Rogan went on to add that he believes continuously posting on social media is bad for someone's mental health. The conversation then pivoted to the FBI responding to "bots" on social media. Joe Rogan can be seen during an interview with FBI Director Kash Patel in a recording that went live June 6, 2025. (Joe Rogan Experience) Joe Rogan can be seen during an interview with FBI Director Kash Patel in a recording that went live June 6, 2025. (Joe Rogan Experience) What People Are Saying Trump on Truth Social on Thursday: "I don't mind Elon turning against me, but he should have done so months ago. This is one of the Greatest Bills ever presented to Congress. It's a Record Cut in Expenses, $1.6 Trillion Dollars, and the Biggest Tax Cut ever given. If this Bill doesn't pass, there will be a 68% Tax Increase, and things far worse than that. I didn't create this mess, I'm just here to FIX IT. This puts our Country on a Path of Greatness. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!" Independent Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont on Friday: "Trump's right: The easiest way to save money is to eliminate the 'Billions and Billions' in corporate welfare Elon Musk has received. Musk's right: Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' is a 'disgusting abomination' that must be defeated. Let's do both. It'll be a win-win for America! Republican Senator Ted Cruz of Texas, to Fox News' Sean Hannity on Thursday, in part: "Look, I think it's incredibly unfortunate. You and I are both good friends with President Trump and we're both good friends with Elon Musk. They're both extraordinary men, and they've both done extraordinary things for our country. "Elon is an incredible inventor and business leader. His buying Twitter was massively important, his leadership of DOGE for President Trump was massively important. President Trump is doing phenomenal work every single day. His victory pulled this country back from the abyss. I'll tell you Sean, I was in the Oval Office with the president when this back-and-forth began, and it's really unfortunate. They are both, I think, American heroes. They are both incredibly strong leaders. And listen, it's obvious they are both pissed off right now," Cruz said. What Happens Next It is immediately unclear if Trump and Musk will make up as tensions overflowed this week. Meanwhile, the president has given Senate Republicans a firm deadline to pass the spending bill and get it to his desk by July 4th.
Spectator
05-06-2025
- Politics
- Spectator
Nigel wants YOU, secularism vs spirituality & how novel is experimental fiction?
How Reform plans to win Just a year ago, Nigel Farage ended his self-imposed exile from politics and returned to lead Reform. Since then, Reform have won more MPs than the Green Party, two new mayoralties, a parliamentary by-election, and numerous councils. Now the party leads in every poll and, as our deputy political editor James Heale reveals in our cover article, is already planning for government. The party's chair, tech entrepreneur Zia Yusuf, describes the movement as a 'start-up'; and like a start-up, Reform is scaling up at speed. Among the 676 councillors elected last month, a number are considered more than ready to stand as MPs. James also interviewed Reform's deputy leader, the MP Richard Tice, who said that the Reform movement cannot be thought of within the traditional left-right political spectrum. James joined the podcast to discuss further; you can also hear an extract from his interview with Richard. (1:01) Next: are young people turning to religion? A recent survey by the UK's Bible Society has found that over the past six years, Church attendance has risen by 50 per cent. There are signs that this is being driven by younger people – why are Gen Z turning to religion? A new book by Lamorna Ash, Don't Forget We're Here Forever: A New Generation's Search For Religion, seeks to answer this question and is reviewed in the magazine this week by Rupert Shortt. To unpack this potential Church revival, Rupert – the author of The Eclipse of Christianity and Why It Matters – joined the podcast, alongside Georgia Clarke, director of youth ministry at St Elizabeth of Portugal Roman Catholic Church in London. (21:25) And finally: is experimental fiction truly novel? Philip Hensher writes in the magazine this week about the modern trend of 'experimental literature'. For Philip, not only do these novels have incredibly rigid rules, but they are far from 'experimental' as he feels many of their components aren't truly new. To discuss further, Philip – who has been writing his own history of the novel – joined the podcast, alongside Simon Okotie. Simon, author of The Future of the Novel, is also a judge for the Goldsmiths Prize, which awards a novel which 'breaks the mould or extends the possibilities of the novel form'. (33:11) Plus: extracts from Tanya Gold's article on selling bathwater (17:54) and Madeline Grant's on the decline of period dramas (19:35). Hosted by William Moore and Lara Prendergast. Produced by Patrick Gibbons.
