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Meghan McCain threatens to 'spill tea' on father's actual thoughts on Kamala Harris
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Meghan McCain Threatens to ‘Spill Tea’ on John McCain’s True Feelings on Kamala Harris
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Trump suggests without evidence that Biden delayed sharing his cancer diagnosis: President Trump was gracious on Sunday when former President Joe Biden announced ...
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Biden Faces Aggressive Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
At 82, Biden’s cancer has spread to bones, prompting bipartisan support and raising questions about his past fitness for office.
Key FactsMay 20 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Joe Biden was diagnosed with prostate cancer classified as Gleason score 9 with bone metastasis.

  • His office noted the cancer’s hormone sensitivity allows for effective treatment management.
  • Joe is a fighter — and I know he will face this challenge with the same strength, resilience, and optimism that have always defined his life and leadership.— Kamala Harris about Joe Biden's cancer diagnosis.
  • Leaders across political lines expressed support and highlighted Biden’s enduring strength amid the challenge.

  • The diagnosis sparked conversations regarding Biden’s health during his presidency.
Trump wants probe into Harris' endorsements from Beyoncé, Oprah Winfrey: The president has continued to take aim at some of his former rival's celebrity backers.
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Trump wants probe into Harris' endorsements from Beyoncé, Oprah Winfrey
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Trump Demands Probe into Harris Celebrity Endorsements
Trump claims without proof that Harris paid stars millions for campaign support during the 2024 election cycle.
Key FactsMay 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Donald Trump announced plans for a major investigation into celebrity endorsements received by Kamala Harris in the 2024 campaign.

  • He alleged without evidence that Beyoncé, Bruce Springsteen, Oprah Winfrey, and others were compensated for their backing.
  • IT’S NOT LEGAL! For these unpatriotic 'entertainers,' this was just a CORRUPT & UNLAWFUL way to capitalize on a broken system.— Donald Trump regarding the alleged payments to celebrities endorsing Kamala Harris.
  • Representatives for the celebrities denied these claims, explaining payments were made to production companies for event services.

  • Harris’ campaign spent over one million dollars on Beyoncé’s and Winfrey’s production companies without directly paying the celebrities.
Trump posts edited video of him hitting Springsteen with a golf ball: President Trump on Wednesday morning posted an edited video showing him hitting rocker ...
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Trump posts edited video of him hitting Springsteen with a golf ball
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Trump and Springsteen’s Feud Intensifies Online
Springsteen released a live EP with anti-Trump speeches while Trump posted a viral golf video mocking the singer.
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  • Bruce Springsteen launched a live EP featuring speeches condemning Trump as corrupt and authoritarian.

  • In response, Trump shared an edited video on Truth Social showing a golf ball knocking Springsteen over.
  • The America I love, the America I’ve written about that has been a beacon of hope and liberty for 250 years, is currently in the hands of a corrupt, incompetent and treasonous administration.— Bruce Springsteen made this statement during a performance in Manchester, criticizing the Trump administration.
  • Springsteen urged supporters to oppose authoritarianism and defend democratic ideals during his Manchester performance.

  • Trump accused Springsteen of illegal campaign contributions to Kamala Harris and demanded an investigation.
Zelensky, Carney and Ramaphosa: Trump and saga of him confronting world leaders at Oval Office | What message it gives to the world
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Trump Misuses Congo Footage in South Africa Claim
A February 2025 Reuters video from Goma, Congo was falsely shown by Trump as proof of white South African farmer killings.
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  • Trump displayed an image during a meeting with President Ramaphosa that he claimed showed murdered white farmers in South Africa.

  • The photo originated from a Reuters video filmed in February 2025 in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, amid clashes with M23 rebels.
  • "In view of all the world, President Trump used my image, used what I filmed in DRC to try to convince President Ramaphosa that in his country, white people are being killed by Black people."— Djaffar Al Katanty, Reuters video journalist, on Trump's use of his footage.
  • The footage actually depicts humanitarian workers handling body bags of conflict victims in Congo, not South Africa.

  • This misleading use of imagery was employed in the White House to support unfounded allegations of violence against white South Africans.
Texas man executed exactly 13 years after setting convenience store clerk on fire
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Execution Marks 13 Years Since Texas Arson Murder
Matthew Lee Johnson was executed by lethal injection exactly 13 years after the 2012 convenience store killing.
Key FactsMay 21 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Matthew Lee Johnson was executed for the 2012 burning death of 76-year-old Nancy Harris during a robbery in Texas.

  • The lethal injection took place after 6 p.m. at Huntsville State Penitentiary on the anniversary of the attack.
  • I hurt an innocent woman. I took a human being's life. I was the cause of that. It was not my intention to – to kill her or to hurt her, but I did.— Matthew Lee Johnson, expressing remorse during his trial.
  • Appeals and requests to commute Johnson’s sentence were denied by courts and the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles.

  • Johnson admitted guilt at his 2013 trial, expressing remorse and attributing his actions to drug use and past abuse.
Bruce Springsteen Blasts Trump Admin As 'Incompetent And Treasonous': The Boss called upon "the righteous power of art, of music, of rock and roll" during a ...
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Bruce Springsteen Blasts Trump Admin As 'Incompetent And Treasonous'
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Key FactsSpringsteen Critiques Trump at UK Tour Kickoff
May 16 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Bruce Springsteen sharply criticized the Trump administration during his concert in Manchester, citing authoritarianism and a rollback of civil rights.

  • He urged supporters to raise their voices against the injustices and authoritarianism present in the country.
  • The America that I’ve sung to you about for 50 years is real, and regardless of its faults is a great country with a great people.— Bruce Springsteen during his concert in Manchester, England, at the opening of his U.K. tour.
  • Springsteen accused the Trump administration of reversing historic civil rights legislation and siding with dictators.

  • The White House responded, stating that the 77 million Trump voters disagree with Springsteen's remarks.
Joe Biden diagnosed with aggressive bone-spreading prostate cancer: Former U.S. President Joe Biden, 82, has been diagnosed with an aggressive and advanced form ...
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Joe Biden diagnosed with aggressive bone-spreading prostate cancer
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Late Diagnosis of Biden’s Aggressive Prostate Cancer
Biden’s last PSA screening was in 2014; cancer was diagnosed at age 82, seven years after his presidency began.
Key FactsMay 21 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Joe Biden was diagnosed on May 16, 2025, with advanced prostate cancer that had metastasized to his bones.

  • He underwent annual physicals throughout his presidency, but none included PSA testing due to guidelines for men over 70.
  • "It is a bit unusual in the modern era to detect cancers at this late stage."— Dr. Herbert Lepor, a urologist at NYU Langone Health, commented on the late detection of prostate cancer.
  • His last PSA test occurred in 2014 when he was 72 and serving as vice president.

  • Medical professionals note that avoiding routine screening in older men helps reduce risks like false positives and unnecessary treatments.
Abandoning trans people ‘a mistake’ for Democrats, says Tim Walz: Kamala Harris’s former running mate says ‘your cost of eggs ... has nothing to do with ...
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Abandoning trans people ‘a mistake’ for Democrats, says Tim Walz
Noem says DHS, Secret Service investigating Comey after he ‘called for the assassination’ of Trump
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Comey's Controversial '86 47' Social Media Post Explained
After posting '86 47,' Comey faced a Secret Service interview and removed the photo within hours amid assassination claims.
Key FactsMay 20 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • James Comey revealed that his wife, Patrice Failor, inspired him to share a photo featuring the numbers ‘86’ and ‘47’ on Instagram.

  • Trump supporters interpreted the post as a threat, prompting a swift investigation by the Secret Service.
  • I’m not afraid. I believe in the rule of law in this country. It’s under attack, but it exists, and I’m going to stand up and speak for it.— James Comey expressing his commitment to the rule of law during an interview with MSNBC.
  • Comey denied any violent intent and promptly deleted the post to avoid association with harm.

  • He remained defiant against accusations and criticized the current administration’s leadership.
In the Netherlands: Bodies identified - missing children and father found dead: The search for Jeffrey (10) and Emma (8) has been going on for days ...
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In the Netherlands: Bodies identified - missing children and father found ...
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Multiple Bodies Found in Submerged Car near Winschoten
In May 2025, authorities recovered a vehicle containing several bodies during the search for two missing children near Germany’s border.
Key FactsMay 21 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • A car containing multiple bodies was discovered underwater near Winschoten in the northeastern Netherlands and subsequently retrieved.

  • Authorities believe the bodies may be those of Jeffrey (10) and Emma (8), who were allegedly abducted by their father.
  • "One must expect that it could be Jeffrey and Emma."— A police spokesperson said this to the ANP news agency in connection with the search for the missing children.
  • The father left a note indicating potential harm to himself and the children.

  • A large-scale search involving dogs, boats, helicopters, and specialized teams had been ongoing since Sunday.
Biden cost Democrats the 2024 election — but not in the way you think: A new book details Joe Biden’s cognitive decline and his advisers’ attempts to hide it ...
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Biden cost Democrats the 2024 election — but not in the way you think
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Trump-Backed Candidate Seeks GOP Primary Victory
Jack Ciattarelli relies on Trump's endorsement to secure New Jersey's June 10 GOP primary and won’t oppose executive orders in court.
Key FactsMay 21 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Jack Ciattarelli leverages former President Trump's backing in his bid for New Jersey governor.

  • He pledges not to legally challenge Trump's executive orders and supports strict immigration enforcement.
  • I'm going to continue to work with the president. We spoke about that last week when we spoke about making the country and New Jersey safe again.— Jack Ciattarelli discussing his support for Donald Trump during a debate on immigration policy.
  • During the debate, Ciattarelli defended issuing driver’s licenses to undocumented immigrants as a practical measure.

  • His campaign emphasizes the narrow 2021 loss as evidence of potential success in the upcoming general election.
History May Be Kinder to Biden — But It Will Take Decades: Biden ruined his own legacy. But like LBJ, his achievements will be lauded in time.
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History May Be Kinder to Biden — But It Will Take Decades
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Biden’s Health Cover-Up Exposed in New Book
The 2025 release reveals Biden’s aides concealed his prostate cancer and decline before the June debate with Trump.
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  • The book ‘Original Sin’ details how Biden’s family and aides hid his health issues from the public.

  • The revelations sparked strong media and political debates, with some dismissing the coverage as politically biased.

  • While Biden’s age is known, the concealment of his declining abilities and illness is the book’s central claim.

  • The investigative work behind the book is highlighted as vital journalism despite pushback from liberal media circles.
Obama, Trump, Harris and other political leaders react to Biden's cancer diagnosis
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Obama, Trump, Harris and other political leaders react to Biden's cancer ...
JD Vance To Attend Pope Leo's First Mass: LOADINGERROR LOADINGPresident Donald Trump embarked on a major overseas trip to the Middle East ...
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JD Vance To Attend Pope Leo's First Mass
Trump on China trade switch-up: They ‘would have broken apart’: President Trump believes that China would have suffered more harm than the U.S ...
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Trump on China trade switch-up: They ‘would have broken apart’
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Key FactsTrump on Trade War: China Would Have Suffered More
May 17 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • President Trump asserts that China would have experienced greater suffering than the U.S. in a prolonged trade war.

  • The U.S. reduced tariffs on Chinese imports from 145% to 30%, while China lowered tariffs on U.S. goods from 125% to 10%.
  • If I didn't do that deal with China, I think China would have broken apart. We are not going to break.— Donald Trump made this statement during an appearance on Fox News's 'Special Report,' discussing the effects of a trade war.
  • Trump claimed that the election on November 5 revitalized the country's spirit, leading to this trade agreement.

  • Reports indicate that Trump retracted some of his initial tariff plans due to their adverse effects on his supporters.
Trump takes shot at Taylor Swift, reigniting their feud
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Trump takes shot at Taylor Swift, reigniting their feud
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Key FactsTrump Targets Taylor Swift Again
May 18 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • The US President has reignited his public feud with Taylor Swift following her endorsement of Kamala Harris and Tim Walz for the 2024 presidential election.

  • In a Truth Social post, Trump claimed Swift is 'no longer hot' since he declared his dislike for her.
  • Has anyone noticed that, since I said ‘I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT,’ she’s no longer ‘HOT?’— Donald Trump made this statement in a Truth Social post regarding Taylor Swift.
  • Swift has voiced her disapproval of Trump multiple times, accusing him of treating the presidency like an 'autocracy.'

  • After Swift's endorsement of Harris, Trump suggested she could face backlash in the marketplace for her political views.
A Trump trifecta as he slams Taylor Swift, Bruce Springsteen and Supreme Court on same day
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Key FactsTrump's Increasing Frustration with Supreme Court
May 17 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • President Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with the Supreme Court after it blocked his administration's deportation efforts for migrants allegedly linked to Venezuelan gangs.

  • He has voiced his disappointment with the justices on Truth Social regarding immigration policies since returning to the White House in January.
  • THE SUPREME COURT IS BEING PLAYED BY THE RADICAL LEFT LOSERS, WHO HAVE NO SUPPORT, THE PUBLIC HATES THEM, AND THEIR ONLY HOPE IS THE INTIMIDATION OF THE COURT, ITSELF. WE CAN’T LET THAT HAPPEN TO OUR COUNTRY!— Donald Trump expressed his frustration with the Supreme Court, accusing it of being manipulated by the Radical Left.
  • While asserting respect for the judiciary, Trump shows frustration over obstacles imposed by the Supreme Court.

  • His recent critical remarks about the court have resonated within the MAGA community, and he urges his lawyers to emphasize his broad presidential powers.
'Joe is a fighter': Harris wishes Biden speedy recovery after cancer diagnosis: 'I know he will face this challenge with the same strength, resilience ...
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'Joe is a fighter': Harris wishes Biden speedy recovery after cancer ...
Audio of 2023 Biden interview with Hur reveals pauses, halting replies: Although a transcript of the interview had already been released, the recording is ...
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Audio of 2023 Biden interview with Hur reveals pauses, halting replies
2 officials fired by Trump return to court to challenge his power
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2 officials fired by Trump return to court to challenge his power
Biden destroyed Harris bid by staying in race too long, top adviser says in book: David Plouffe says Biden ‘totally fucked us’ and calls Harris’s 107-day sprint ...
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Biden destroyed Harris bid by staying in race too long, top adviser says ...
Joe Biden blames Kamala Harris’ loss on sexism and racism, rejects age concerns: Former President Joe Biden says he’s responsible for Donald Trump’s victory last ...
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Joe Biden blames Kamala Harris’ loss on sexism and racism ...
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Key FactsBiden Stirs Controversy Among Democrats
May 09 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Democrats are criticizing Biden's return to the spotlight following his interview on 'The View.'

  • Biden spoke negatively about Trump's second term and took responsibility for the Democratic losses in 2024.
  • "Elections are about the future. Every time Joe Biden emerges, we fight an old war."— Democratic strategist Anthony Coley, who worked for the Biden administration.
  • Some strategists urge Biden to avoid interviews and focus on community outreach to preserve his legacy.

  • Despite the criticism, there are supporters who believe Biden's experience remains valuable to the party.
Tesla And SpaceX Reputations Plummet Following Elon Musk’s Right-Wing Activism: The Trump adviser's companies got low ethics rankings in a recent survey.
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Tesla And SpaceX Reputations Plummet Following Elon Musk’s Right-Wing ...
Biden’s Decline Was ‘Much Worse Behind the Scenes,’ Per New Book: Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson interviewed 200 sources and found those close to Biden tried to ...
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Biden’s Decline Was ‘Much Worse Behind the Scenes,’ Per New Book
Trump Tells UAE President About His Favorite 'Old Fashioned' Word: LOADINGERROR LOADINGPresident Donald Trump embarked on a major overseas trip to the Middle ...
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Trump Tells UAE President About His Favorite 'Old Fashioned' Word
Jake Tapper says the media didn't cover up Biden's decline: Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson's book has already generated a national debate about whether the White ...
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Jake Tapper says the media didn't cover up Biden's decline
Gen Z Isn’t the MAGA Generation After All: There's actually a big red flag for Republicans in the 2024 election data.
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Gen Z Isn’t the MAGA Generation After All
Harris struggled with younger, more-diverse, less engaged voters: Analysis: President Trump’s 2024 campaign was successful due to his appeal to less frequent ...
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Harris struggled with younger, more-diverse, less engaged voters: Analysis
Democrats reflect on 2024 loss amid reports highlighting Biden's decline: "In light of what has come out, it is painfully obvious President Biden should not have ...
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Democrats reflect on 2024 loss amid reports highlighting Biden's decline
Politics of age: Biden's decline and Trump's immunity : You would think that President Trump's bizarre ramblings would put a focus on his mental chops ...
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Politics of age: Biden's decline and Trump's immunity
Josh Shapiro’s failed warning to Joe Biden among the Pa. moments highlighted in Jake Tapper’s new book
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Josh Shapiro’s failed warning to Joe Biden among the Pa. moments ...
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Trump Alleges Biden Allies Exploited His Decline
Over 8 million illegal immigrants reportedly entered the US during Biden’s term amid concerns over his health and administration’s actions.
Key FactsMay 21 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Trump claimed that individuals in Biden’s administration took advantage of the former president’s cognitive decline to implement open border policies.

  • He insisted that Biden himself opposed such policies, attributing them instead to his allies’ destructive intentions.
  • Something very severe should happen to these Treasonous Thugs that wanted to destroy our Country, but couldn’t, because I came along.— Donald Trump regarding those in Biden's administration who allegedly took advantage of his cognitive impairment.
  • During Biden’s tenure, more than 8 million undocumented immigrants crossed into the United States, predominantly via the southern border.

  • Trump called for severe consequences for those he labeled as traitorous actors who endangered the nation.
CBS News boss Wendy McMahon exits amid Trump pressure: Wendy McMahon’s exit has some employees feeling “like a purge is underway,” one CBS correspondent told CNN ...
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CBS News boss Wendy McMahon exits amid Trump pressure
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Key FactsCBS News President McMahon Resigns Amid Leadership Dispute
May 19 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Wendy McMahon, president and CEO of CBS News, will resign.

  • The resignation stems from differing views on the company's future direction.
  • It's become clear that the company and I do not agree on the path forward. It's time for me to move on and for this organization to move forward with new leadership.— Wendy McMahon, president and CEO of CBS News, in a memo regarding her resignation.
  • In an internal memo, McMahon noted that recent months have been challenging.

  • She emphasized that it is time for the organization to move forward with new leadership.
Dems Hemorrhaged Support from All Demographics in 2024 — Including New Voters: Kamala Harris’ support from almost every demographic group collapsed in 2024 ...
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Dems Hemorrhaged Support from All Demographics in 2024 — Including New ...
USA: 18th execution carried out - | the last words of a murderer: The 17th and 18th executions of the year have been carried out in the USA ...
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USA: 18th execution carried out - | the last words of a murderer
Axelrod: Biden discussion should be ‘set aside’ after cancer diagnosis: Political strategist David Axelrod on Sunday said discussions about President Biden’s ...
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Axelrod: Biden discussion should be ‘set aside’ after cancer diagnosis
Kansas woman killed at Capitol Jewish Museum was 'trying to do the peace building,' father says
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Kansas woman killed at Capitol Jewish Museum was 'trying to do the peace ...
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Young Diplomats Killed in Washington Shooting
Two Israeli embassy staff were fatally shot at a Jewish museum event, intensifying US divisions over the Middle East conflict.
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  • Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim were shot dead while leaving a diplomatic event focused on Middle East humanitarian issues.

  • Both aspired to promote dialogue and bridge-building amid ongoing regional tensions.
  • "What I admired about her the most is that she was so dedicated to the Jewish community, and not just the Jewish community, but to humanity as a whole."— Joshua Maxey, Executive Director of Bet Mishpachah, an LGBTQ+ synagogue in Washington.
  • The gunman, chanting 'Free Palestine,' targeted a group of four before being detained by security.

  • This tragedy is expected to deepen polarization in the United States regarding the Gaza conflict.
What the Hur Recordings Tell Us About Biden’s Memory Decline: Newly obtained audio shows former president speaking in low voice, struggling for words
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What the Hur Recordings Tell Us About Biden’s Memory Decline
Jake Tapper Accuses Biden's White House Of Lying About Ex-President's Declining Health
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Jake Tapper Accuses Biden's White House Of Lying About Ex-President's ...
Joe Biden Paid Campaign Adviser So Much, It Outraged Other Staffers: Book: Mike Donilon's salary was "orders of magnitude higher," creating jealousy among Joe ...
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Joe Biden Paid Campaign Adviser So Much, It Outraged Other Staffers: Book
Meet Carlie Irsay-Gordon, who is expected to take over the Colts from her father, Jim Irsay
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Meet Carlie Irsay-Gordon, who is expected to take over the Colts from her ...
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Jim Irsay: Colts Owner and Mental Health Advocate
Irsay led the Colts to a 2007 Super Bowl win and championed addiction awareness before his peaceful death at 65.
Key FactsMay 22 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Jim Irsay owned the Indianapolis Colts from 1997 and secured the franchise's only Super Bowl victory in 2007.

  • He became a prominent advocate for addiction recovery and mental health after battling personal struggles.
  • We’re stewards of the game.— Jim Irsay recalled the words of Lamar Hunt, the founder of the NFL.
  • His three daughters are expected to co-manage the team, with COO Pete Ward and GM Chris Ballard continuing operations.

  • Known for his outspoken and unconventional nature, Irsay also had a deep passion for arts and rock music.
2 accused of helping New Orleans inmates who escaped from jail: Ten inmates escaped from a New Orleans jail late last week.
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2 accused of helping New Orleans inmates who escaped from jail
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Key FactsFifth Inmate Caught After New Orleans Jail Break
May 21 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Five of the ten inmates who escaped from the Orleans Justice Center were recaptured in New Orleans.

  • A maintenance worker was charged with malfeasance and aiding the escape, with bond set at $1.1 million.
  • "Public trust and safety is paramount and when events such as the recent jailbreak occur it erodes that confidence."— Gary Westcott, Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections, discussing the impact of the jailbreak on public trust.
  • The breakout involved a hole behind a metal toilet, which was prepared over multiple days to facilitate the escape.

  • An audit was launched due to security lapses, outdated equipment, and staffing shortages at the facility.
Tim Dillon Rejects ‘Crazy’ Idea That Podcasters Turned Voters Off to Kamala Harris
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Tim Dillon Rejects ‘Crazy’ Idea That Podcasters Turned Voters Off to ...
Fiddling While Rome Burns: A new book about Trump’s 2024 election victory is a profoundly unsettling account of the Democratic Party machinery’s refusal to ...
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Fiddling While Rome Burns
Trump Snaps at Reporter in Viral Clip: ‘Get a Real Job’: The president asked where the journalist worked—and was not impressed with the answer.
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Trump Snaps at Reporter in Viral Clip: ‘Get a Real Job’
Harris responds to Biden’s cancer diagnosis: ‘Joe is a fighter’: Former Vice President Kamala Harris responded to news of President Biden’s cancer diagnosis on ...
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Harris responds to Biden’s cancer diagnosis: ‘Joe is a fighter’
Joe Biden's mental acuity becomes a Democratic litmus test: Joe Biden’s time in public office is now behind him, but his age and mental acuity have become a ...
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Joe Biden's mental acuity becomes a Democratic litmus test
Killer babysitter smashed girl's head on bathtub and poured boiling water on her: According to police, the defendant was good friends with the child's mother and ...
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Killer babysitter smashed girl's head on bathtub and poured boiling water ...
Texas man who set shop employee on fire executed: A man who pleaded guilty to killing a supermarket worker by setting her on fire was put to death in Texas in ...
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Texas man who set shop employee on fire executed
SNL's 50th season proved it's still relevant. Can it stay that way?: The season finale, with host Scarlett Johansson and musical guest Bad Bunny ...
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SNL's 50th season proved it's still relevant. Can it stay that way?
Charles Kushner, father of Trump’s son-in-law, confirmed as ambassador to France: President Donald Trump pardoned the real estate developer in 2020 ...
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Charles Kushner, father of Trump’s son-in-law, confirmed as ambassador to ...
Trump Sends Thinly Veiled Warning to Supreme Court Justices: The president’s intervention came after the court heard arguments about whether judges can block his ...
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Trump Sends Thinly Veiled Warning to Supreme Court Justices
Democrats want to focus on Trump. Instead, they're being asked about Biden's mental acuity
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Democrats want to focus on Trump. Instead, they're being asked about ...
Majority of Americans have concerns about Trump’s Qatar jet plan: Poll: A majority of voters say they have concerns about President Trump’s acceptance of a ...
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Majority of Americans have concerns about Trump’s Qatar jet plan: Poll
Donald Trump Jr. hears ‘calling’ to run for president: Donald Trump Jr. told fans in Qatar he hears a 'calling' to run for president ...
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Donald Trump Jr. hears ‘calling’ to run for president
'Trump and Melania are separated,' claims US president's biographer Michael Wolff
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'Trump and Melania are separated,' claims US president's ...
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Key FactsTrump's Marriage Under Scrutiny: Biographer Claims Separation
May 17 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Biographer Michael Wolff claims that Donald Trump and Melania Trump are 'separated' and do not engage in a traditional marriage.

  • Wolff made these remarks during a podcast, noting Melania's limited public appearances since Trump's return to the White House.
  • "They live separate lives. They are separated."— Michael Wolff, biographer of Donald Trump, made this statement during an interview on The Daily Podcast regarding the relationship between Trump and Melania.
  • He suggested they lead separate lives, fueling ongoing speculation regarding their relationship.

  • The White House dismissed Wolff's claims, calling him a 'blithering idiot' and asserting that his credibility is highly questionable.
Kamala Harris 2028? Hard Pass. : Brat Summer is over and never coming back.
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Kamala Harris 2028? Hard Pass.
April Jones' father dies without ever finding his daughter's body: April Jones was just five years old when she was abducted near the family home in Machynlleth ...
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April Jones' father dies without ever finding his daughter's body
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Key FactsFather of Murdered Schoolgirl April Jones Passes Away
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Tributes have been paid to Paul Jones, father of murdered schoolgirl April Jones, following his sudden death.

  • He passed away at 55 from a brain disease contracted in 2018, six years after his daughter's tragic death.
  • "It is with broken hearts that my brother and I wish to let people know our dad (Paul Jones) passed away early hours this morning."— Jazz Jones, the stepdaughter of Paul Jones, announced his death.
  • His stepdaughter Jazz Jones and friends expressed their sorrow, highlighting his legacy as a devoted father and friend.

  • Paul struggled with memory loss due to encephalitis, which forced him to repeatedly confront the painful reality of his daughter's murder.
Trump tax bill is too expensive. GOP needs to make deep spending cuts. | Opinion: President Donald Trump's tax bill isn't so beautiful when you look at how much ...
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Trump tax bill is too expensive. GOP needs to make deep spending cuts ...
Presumably kidnapped by their father: Missing children found dead in the Netherlands
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Presumably kidnapped by their father: Missing children found dead in the ...
Supreme Court allows Trump to fire independent regulators for now: The order, which drew a sharp dissent from the three liberal justices, powerfully endorsed ...
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Supreme Court allows Trump to fire independent regulators for now
Donald Trump Jr. does not rule out presidential candidacy: Donald Trump Jr. may be considering a presidential candidacy. At the economic forum in Qatar ...
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Donald Trump Jr. does not rule out presidential candidacy
Israeli forces kill Palestinian boy who witnessed Rafah medics massacre: Father says 12-year-old Mohammed al-Bardawil was deliberately targeted after witnessing ...
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Israeli forces kill Palestinian boy who witnessed Rafah medics massacre
AOC's Chances of Leading Democrats Compared to Kamala Harris: Poll: AOC was the frontrunner among the choices but tied with "no one" as likely voters seem unsure ...
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AOC's Chances of Leading Democrats Compared to Kamala Harris: Poll
Trump approval rating holds steady as concerns over economy ease: Poll: President Trump’s approval rating held steady in the latest Harvard CAPS/Harris poll as ...
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Trump approval rating holds steady as concerns over economy ease: Poll
Kamala Harris to headline Democratic fundraiser as she ramps up public appearances
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Kamala Harris to headline Democratic fundraiser as she ramps up public ...
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Key FactsKamala Harris Boosts Democrats with Increased Public Engagement
May 06 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Former Vice President Kamala Harris is participating in a New York fundraiser to support Democrats.

  • A DNC spokesperson described Harris as a powerful voice who is helping strengthen the party.
  • Instead of an administration working to advance America's highest ideals, we are witnessing the wholesale abandonment of those ideals.— Kamala Harris sharply criticized President Donald Trump over tariffs, government cuts, and the direction his administration is taking the country in remarks at a gala celebrating an organization that supports Democratic women running for office.
  • Harris recently criticized President Trump's policies and highlighted the influence of art on culture and politics.

  • Speculation about her political future, including a potential gubernatorial run in California, continues.
Jelena Dokic's father and ex-coach Damir Dokic dies: Damir Dokic, the father and former coach of Australian tennis player and commentator Jelena Dokic ...
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Jelena Dokic's father and ex-coach Damir Dokic dies
Voter optimism ticks up on direction of country: Voter optimism on the direction of the country has ticked up in new polling, signaling attitudes may be bouncing ...
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Voter optimism ticks up on direction of country
Donald Trump Jr. does not rule out running for US president: Donald Trump's eldest son can imagine succeeding his father one day.
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Donald Trump Jr. does not rule out running for US president
Trump orders Alcatraz Prison to be reopened: Donald Trump has ordered the reopening and expansion of Alcatraz, the notorious prison off the coast of San ...
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Trump orders Alcatraz Prison to be reopened
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Key FactsTrump Calls for Alcatraz Reopening After Film Airs
May 05 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Donald Trump called for the reopening of Alcatraz as a maximum-security prison shortly after a PBS station aired 'Escape from Alcatraz.'

  • In social media posts, Trump emphasized the need to isolate dangerous criminals and recalled the past practice of incarcerating such offenders.
  • Alcatraz is, I would say, the ultimate, right? Alcatraz, Sing Sing, and Alcatraz, the movies. But it’s right now a museum, believe it or not.— Donald Trump during an Oval Office press conference where he expressed his views on reopening Alcatraz as a prison.
  • Experts noted that restoring Alcatraz would cost millions and take years, as its operational costs are three times higher than normal prisons.

  • During a press conference, Trump described Alcatraz as a symbol of law and order, despite the prison being closed for over 60 years.
Kangana Ranaut deletes post about Trump, regrets sharing 'very personal opinion': Ranaut said she deleted the post after she received a call from BJP national ...
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Kangana Ranaut deletes post about Trump, regrets sharing 'very personal ...
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Key FactsKangana Ranaut Deletes Trump Post, Regrets Personal Opinion
May 15 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has deleted her post about US President Donald Trump.

  • She expressed regret over sharing her 'very personal opinion' on social media after a call from BJP President JP Nadda.
  • "I regret posting that very personal opinion of mine."— Kangana Ranaut expressed her feelings about sharing her opinion on Trump on social media.
  • Ranaut stated that she immediately removed the post from Instagram following the instructions.

  • Trump mentioned in Qatar that he told Apple CEO Tim Cook he does not want iPhones manufactured in India.
Robert De Niro rips ‘America’s philistine president’ at Cannes: Robert De Niro tore into President Trump at the Cannes Film Festival on Tuesday ...
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Robert De Niro rips ‘America’s philistine president’ at Cannes
Dispute with Supreme Court: Netanyahu appoints top general as head of domestic intelligence service
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Dispute with Supreme Court: Netanyahu appoints top general as head of ...
Biden’s Policies, Not His Age, Doomed Democrats in 2024: The book ‘Original Sin’ by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson argues that Biden’s age and ‘decline ...
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Biden’s Policies, Not His Age, Doomed Democrats in 2024