Termination of employment

“We need these people to defend us against the Lunatic Left.”— Donald Trump wrote this on Truth Social while urging Dana White to bring several UFC fighters into the possible new role as White House press secretary.

“But I’ve always believed that to truly grow, you have to take a leap every now and then, and now is my time to throw myself into something new.”— Maya Jama explained in her social media farewell message why she is leaving Love Island.

“You led the worst-run administration under the worst president in history. Enjoy your place in history.”— Writer and activist Charlotte Clymer posted this in reply to Susie Wiles’ goodbye message on X.

“His behavior is all tailored towards sports performance — his diet, his sleep, and his recovery. He is a person deeply concerned with eating well, sleeping well and preparing his body properly. In my opinion, this is clearly where Cristiano's longevity comes from.”— Luis Castro, who worked with Ronaldo at Al Nassr, said this to Sky Sports in May 2025.

We are facing the biggest corruption scandal in our democratic history – a tremendous blow to the state, to private citizens, and to the country's credibility and image.

— Senator Rafael Filizzola spoke about the allegations surrounding the bank's collapse and the president's impeachment.

I’m sorry; I was out of line in my tone. I deleted my comment and have apologized publicly and personally to Mr. Ibrahimkhil for my choice of words.

— Manfred Pentz apologized after criticism of his Instagram comment; the statement was conveyed by his spokesperson, Christian Stadtfeld.

“His behavior is all tailored towards sports performance — his diet, his sleep, and his recovery. He is a person deeply concerned with eating well, sleeping well and preparing his body properly. In my opinion, this is clearly where Cristiano's longevity comes from.”— Luis Castro, who worked with Ronaldo at Al Nassr, said this to Sky Sports in May 2025.

“Secretary Hegseth has acted in a manner contrary to his trust as Secretary of Defense and subversive of constitutional government, to the great prejudice of the cause of law and justice, and to the manifest injury of the people of the United States of America.”— Thomas Massie read the statement from his impeachment resolution against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

“I take this action because I firmly believe that state-sanctioned killing is incompatible with California's values, undermines the foundations of our legal system, and diminishes each of us.”— California Gov. Gavin Newsom, in a letter explaining his decision to commute the state's death sentences to life without parole.

“I have watched for the last two years as Congress has failed to do their job, so I came here with the intention of putting people in seats that will do their job. I absolutely voted for Roy Cooper.”— North Carolina voter Matt Sheets told CNN as he cast his vote on Tuesday morning.

“We don't want our money sent to do apartheid, or genocide, or war.”— Abdul El-Sayed said this in his victory speech, referring to his criticism of Israel's actions.

“He told New Yorkers to pretend he was on the ballot. Well, Mr. President, you got your wish!”— Kathy Hochul said this in her victory speech after winning re-election, addressing President Donald Trump.

This is no vision for the future of Germany as an industrial location.

— Thomas Höhn, IG Metall’s company representative for Schaeffler, said this while criticizing the company’s latest cost-cutting program.

“When you see us standing with Hasan Piker and repeated hate, it’s not acceptable.”— Haley Stevens said this to reporters in Detroit on Sunday while explaining her support for Mike Rogers.

“Often there is hardly any humanity in this political world. Even when people are ill for a long time, it is barely talked about. There is a kind of culture of silence, because no one wants to appear weak in this tough political business.”— Bärbel Bas, speaking about how politics treats illness and perceived weakness in an ARD interview after her resignation.