The Trump administration is seeking to overturn the EPA’s 2009 “endangerment finding,” which classified greenhouse gas emissions as a threat and served as the basis for climate regulations. This proposal aims to revoke the government’s authority to regulate pollutants from burning fossil fuels, like carbon dioxide and methane, under the Clean Air Act. The administration argues this move would drive down costs and boost American energy production, while critics express concerns about undermining climate action and benefiting the fossil fuel industry. The EPA is making legal arguments that the previous administration overstepped their authority. This decision faces potential legal challenges and could take years to resolve.
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Legendary Rochester jazz musician Chuck Mangione, known for his hit “Feels So Good,” has passed away at 84, confirmed by his attorney. Mangione, a two-time Grammy winner and Rochester Music Hall of Fame inductee, achieved international fame, including a performance at the 1980 Winter Olympics. His career began with his brother, and his impact on the city, where he also taught at the Eastman School of Music, is highly regarded. Mayor Malik Evans stated Mangione’s legacy will always be the beauty of Rochester.
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Recent polling indicates a significant decline in approval for Donald Trump among young adults aged 18 to 29. This shift marks a stark contrast to the period around his inauguration and even a swing towards him among Gen Z voters during the last election. The president is currently facing scrutiny regarding his handling of the Epstein files, which may be a contributing factor in this loss of support. The decrease in approval among young voters could be advantageous for the Democratic Party.
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Attorney General Pam Bondi canceled her appearance at an anti-human trafficking summit, citing a medical issue. This cancellation occurred shortly after a Wall Street Journal report claimed Bondi informed former President Donald Trump that his name was in files related to Jeffrey Epstein. The report sparked calls from Democrats for Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel to testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee regarding the files. White House communications director Steven Cheung dismissed the report as “fake news” and the former president has repeatedly bashed Epstein in various statements.
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In response to Gallego’s resolution, Mullin objected, claiming it was political theater and would be handled similarly to past investigations targeting Trump, such as the impeachments and special counsels. Mullin’s obstruction suggests an effort to shield Trump from scrutiny, particularly regarding the release of Epstein files, despite the failure to deliver on promises regarding these documents. The focus on President Biden’s non-involvement is seen as a weak argument, as Trump was also a former president during Epstein’s death. By blocking the resolution, Mullin is seen as using technicalities to delay the process and protect Trump.
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The Federal Communications Commission approved the merger between Paramount Global and Skydance Media, paving the way for an $8.4 billion sale including major entertainment assets like CBS and Paramount Pictures. This approval came after Paramount settled a lawsuit with Donald Trump for $16 million, a move criticized by some as a bribe, though the FCC chair maintained the review was separate from the settlement. The merger has raised concerns due to Skydance’s commitment to address conservative grievances and reduce diversity initiatives, a move that the sole Democratic commissioner believes erodes press freedom. Despite these concerns, the merger promises significant investment in Paramount’s operations and occurred alongside a new South Park episode that openly satirized the merger and its implications.
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Reports indicate that Donald Trump is privately concerned about the political repercussions of his past relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, even though he maintains he had no involvement in Epstein’s crimes. The former president has reportedly expressed fears of being falsely accused. Recent revelations suggest Trump’s name appears multiple times in Epstein files, including a letter from Trump to Epstein, which has sparked further scrutiny, despite Trump’s denials and subsequent lawsuit against the reporting outlet.
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In a recent development, Rep. Jasmine Crockett seeks Ghislaine Maxwell’s testimony before a House committee, preceding her meeting with the Trump Justice Department. This push comes after a House Oversight Committee subpoenaed Maxwell, setting a deposition date. Crockett, a frequent Trump critic, believes this would ensure bipartisan questioning, unlike the Justice Department’s approach. Despite these efforts, both Crockett and Rep. Robert Garcia acknowledge Maxwell’s history of dishonesty.
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Despite accusations of treason from some, Senator Ted Cruz has admitted that former President Barack Obama is unlikely to face charges. The admission comes amidst the Trump administration’s attempts to deflect from the Jeffrey Epstein case and after accusations from the Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, that Obama engaged in a “treasonous conspiracy”. Though potential criminal liability for Obama administration officials is suggested, no evidence of wrongdoing beyond requests for intelligence assessments has been provided. Obama has dismissed the accusations as a “weak attempt at distraction.”
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