In a display of support, former Vice President Kamala Harris lauded Texas Democratic state Rep. Nicole Collier for her stand against the GOP, calling her a “hero” for refusing to comply with 24-hour police surveillance. Collier was among the Democrats who fled Texas to block a new congressional map, and her refusal resulted in her being confined to the House floor. She, along with other Democrats, have filed legal challenges and are fighting against the GOP’s actions as a vote on the redistricting plan is expected.
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During a recent episode of the “Joe Rogan Experience,” host Joe Rogan disputed Donald Trump’s assertion that the Jeffrey Epstein controversy is a “hoax.” Rogan pointed out that Epstein spent time in jail, and Epstein’s associate, Ghislaine Maxwell, is currently imprisoned on sex trafficking charges. Rogan’s guest, Jesse Welles, raised questions about Maxwell’s recent transfer to a minimum-security prison, prompting Rogan to speculate about potential motives, although he also noted it would be unlikely for those in power to waste money on a transfer. While the Justice Department has yet to explain the reasoning behind Maxwell’s move, Trump has denied any involvement or knowledge of the transfer.
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In response to criticism from MSNBC regarding his swollen ankles, Donald Trump launched an attack on the network via Truth Social. Trump’s rant included disparaging comments about MSNBC’s upcoming name change and its parent company, NBCUniversal. The criticism stemmed from MSNBC’s coverage, particularly from anchor Lawrence O’Donnell, who mocked Trump for seemingly hiding his ankles during public appearances due to the medical condition chronic venous insufficiency. O’Donnell’s remarks pointed to the president’s health issues, which may be exacerbated by his diet and lifestyle.
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Following a campaign event, a former advisor to Mayor Eric Adams, Winnie Greco, gave a reporter a potato chip bag containing cash, an act her attorney later defended as a cultural gesture of friendship. The reporter, who had previously scrutinized Greco’s conduct, discovered the money after Greco insisted she accept the bag, prompting a call and request for a story retraction. After Greco’s resignation from her role as director of Asian affairs, she has been present at campaign events and was a major fundraiser. Adams’ campaign has since suspended Greco, citing a lack of prior knowledge of her actions, while Greco’s home was searched in February 2024 amid ongoing federal scrutiny.
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A U.S. Navy sailor stationed in San Diego was recently convicted of espionage. According to the DOJ, the defendant provided a Chinese intelligence officer with imagery and technical materials. This exchange, for which the sailor received $12,000, involved classified information, including details about the USS Essex, a U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship. The conviction highlights the ongoing threat of foreign espionage within the military.
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Sony hikes PlayStation 5 prices in US as tariff uncertainty weighs. It seems like there’s a collective groan of frustration emanating from the gaming community right now, and honestly, I get it. The news that Sony is increasing the price of the PlayStation 5 in the US is not exactly what anyone wanted to hear. And the reasoning? Well, it seems like that old enemy – tariff uncertainty – is back to haunt us.
The truth is, we’re all probably already paying tariffs in one way or another, whether we realize it or not. It’s baked into the cost of so many products, even if they don’t come with a direct tariff, there’s a strong likelihood somewhere in the supply chain that’s being impacted.… Continue reading
A new report reveals a covert North Korean military base near the Chinese border, the Sinpung-dong Missile Operating Base, which poses a potential nuclear threat to both East Asia and the continental United States. This base, identified through satellite imagery and interviews, is believed to house advanced intercontinental ballistic missiles, potentially including the Hwasong-15 or Hwasong-18, capable of carrying nuclear warheads. Construction began in 2004 and was operational by 2014, representing one of many undeclared ballistic missile sites. North Korea’s ongoing weapons development, coupled with Kim Jong Un’s calls for nuclear buildup, underscores the ongoing challenges to denuclearization efforts.
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The Justice Department, under Attorney General Pam Bondi, has issued over 20 subpoenas to doctors and clinics, seeking extensive information, including patient data, related to gender-affirming care for minors. These investigations, revealed in court filings, target both states with bans on such care and those with shield laws. Legal experts suggest these actions are part of an effort to build a case alleging violations of criminal statutes and fraud, sparking chaos and confusion in hospitals nationwide. Some health professionals view these subpoenas as politically motivated retaliation intended to intimidate patients and providers, echoing similar investigations by Republican officials in states like Tennessee and Texas.
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Elon Musk must face lawsuit claiming he ran illegal $1 million election lottery. This whole situation is, to put it mildly, a mess. The core issue, as I understand it, is that Elon Musk is being sued over a lottery he allegedly ran that offered a million dollars to participants. The catch? It was tied to an election, and the accusations are that it was illegal. The initial reactions are a mixed bag, ranging from outright condemnation to a shrug of the shoulders. Some folks are immediately calling for his head, demanding everything from criminal charges to deportation. They view this as a blatant attempt to “buy votes” or, at the very least, a serious breach of ethical conduct and possibly the law.… Continue reading
According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Russian forces targeted an American-owned enterprise in Zakarpattia Oblast with cruise missiles on the night of August 20-21. The targeted business, a civilian enterprise producing items like coffee machines, was supported by American investment. Zelenskyy stated the attacks occurred despite international efforts to end the war. The strike on the city of Mukachevo resulted in 15 injuries.
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