Vice President JD Vance met with Joe Kent, a top aide to Tulsi Gabbard and director of the National Counterterrorism Center, the day before Kent’s public resignation in protest of President Trump’s war in Iran. During this White House meeting, Kent presented his resignation letter, and Vance reportedly encouraged him to consult with White House leadership before making a final decision. Kent, an anti-interventionist like Vance and Gabbard, cited his inability to support the war in good conscience, claiming it was initiated due to pressure from Israel rather than an imminent threat.
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This initiative centers on Jewish culture, with a particular emphasis on amplifying the voices of women within that community, making it inherently aligned with diversity, equity, and inclusion principles. Funding for projects, including a museum HVAC upgrade and a newspaper archive, was unexpectedly cut due to a broad interpretation of “radical and wasteful government DEI programs” used by the Trump administration. Grants explicitly mentioning terms such as “BIPOC,” “homosexual,” “LGBTQ,” or “tribal” were almost certainly excluded. The fallout from related depositions has led to a judicial order for video content to be removed from the internet, though such content remains accessible.
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During a luncheon with Kennedy Center board members, a former president, whom the speaker expressed liking, reportedly stated, “I wish I did it. I wish I did,” referencing actions taken regarding Iran. The speaker further elaborated in the Oval Office, mentioning speaking with a former president who expressed a similar sentiment: “I wish I did what you did.” While refusing to identify the specific former president, the speaker indicated it was not George W. Bush and declined to confirm or deny if it was Bill Clinton, citing concerns about the individual facing political backlash due to “Trump derangement syndrome.”
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Despite voting for President Donald Trump multiple times, one Pennsylvania woman expressed extreme frustration with his handling of rising gas prices, calling him a “worthless pile of s**t.” While this supporter voiced her discontent, other Trump voters in the swing state offered more understanding views, supporting the president’s actions regarding Iran and believing that current gas prices are a necessary sacrifice for national security, with the expectation of eventual relief. Crude oil prices have surged above $100 a barrel following Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz, impacting national average gas prices significantly, and attempts to gain international aid for reopening the strait have thus far been unsuccessful.
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Gregory Bovino, a senior U.S. Border Patrol commander, is reportedly retiring from the Department of Homeland Security to avoid repercussions from an internal investigation into alleged anti-Semitic remarks. This departure follows mounting scrutiny, including a probe into comments made about a U.S. Attorney’s observance of Shabbat, and a previous investigation into his alleged misconduct during immigration enforcement operations. Bovino’s exit also comes after the recent dismissal of DHS head Kristi Noem, with an insider suggesting Bovino is choosing to leave before being officially pushed out.
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The article advocates for continued support of journalism that scrutinizes those in power, particularly in light of President Trump’s criticisms of news coverage regarding the Iran war and threats from the FCC chairman to revoke broadcasters’ licenses. It urges readers to become members of HuffPost to sustain this essential function of holding power accountable.
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During a press conference, President Trump criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom’s intelligence, suggesting his dyslexia makes him unfit for higher office. Trump’s remarks contained a slip of the tongue, as he mistakenly referred to Newsom as “the president of the United States” while delivering his critique. Governor Newsom subsequently responded online, humorously acknowledging the gaffe and affirming his belief in democratic elections.
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Andrew Osborne, a PR specialist at DLR Group, resigned after discovering the firm’s involvement in a contract to convert an Oklahoma prison into a new ICE detention center. This revelation sparked significant backlash from employees, leading DLR Group’s CEO to announce that the firm would cease all work for ICE detainment or deportation facilities. Despite this commitment, the company will not abandon its existing contract for the Oklahoma project, nor will it end its relationships with private prison companies. This internal conflict highlights broader ethical debates within the architecture profession regarding work on correctional facilities and the role of design in potentially perpetuating or challenging systemic issues.
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This critical moment in US history requires in-depth reporting, and The Independent is committed to providing factual accounts across vital issues like reproductive rights and geopolitical conflicts. Supporters of Donald Trump’s Make America Great Again base overwhelmingly support the war in Iran, with nearly 90 percent backing the president’s military attacks, according to recent polls. This broad base approval stands in contrast to some prominent pro-Trump media figures who have voiced opposition to the conflict. While MAGA supporters appear to be on board with the strikes, most Americans, according to polls, disapprove of Trump’s handling of the war in Iran.
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During a meeting at the White House, Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin emphasized the dire human cost of global conflicts, stating that “too many people are dying” and calling for peace in the Middle East and Ukraine. President Trump, in response to questions about US actions in Iran, defended his hardline stance, asserting that Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons. The discussion also touched upon trade, with Martin expressing concerns about tariffs impacting Ireland and the EU.
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