Former US Surgeon General Jerome Adams has called for Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to be fired due to concerns over his handling of vaccine approvals, particularly regarding policy changes at the CDC and the FDA. Adams expressed worries that Kennedy’s actions are damaging the credibility of federal health agencies and posing a risk to the nation’s health and safety. The former surgeon general also highlighted concerns about Trump’s close relationship with Kennedy, urging the former president to take charge of health policy and recognize what he described as “the danger” Kennedy poses to both America and Trump’s legacy. Trump praised Kennedy’s performance during a recent congressional hearing but appeared to distance himself from decisions regarding school vaccine requirements.
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In the latest episode of “Right Now With Perry Bacon,” Monica Potts analyzes the contrasting reasons behind President Trump and centrist Democrats’ wariness of Zohran Mamdani’s potential mayoral run. Trump views Mamdani’s opponent, former Governor Andrew Cuomo, as a potential political ally. Conversely, centrist Democrats fear Mamdani’s potential success and his ability to legitimize progressive politics. The discussion also covers Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Capitol Hill appearance, Trump’s possible use of the National Guard in major cities, and the NFL’s place in American culture.
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Organizers of the US Open have instructed broadcasters to avoid showing any negative crowd reactions to Donald Trump’s expected attendance at the men’s final. The former president, a frequent visitor before his presidency, is scheduled to be shown on screen during the national anthem. This directive was communicated in an email to broadcasters, aiming to prevent any disruptions or reactions related to Trump’s presence. Despite the potential for overshadowed, Alcaraz views the attendance as beneficial for tennis.
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The Department of Justice is seeking to keep the names of two Jeffrey Epstein associates confidential after they received a combined $350,000 from him in 2018. NBC News filed a motion to unseal the names, but the DOJ is resisting, citing privacy concerns as the associates have objected to their names being released. The associates, described as “co-conspirators,” allegedly received the payments around the time of renewed scrutiny on Epstein’s past plea deal and were promised immunity from prosecution. Prosecutors suggest the payments may be evidence of efforts to influence witnesses.
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Former President Donald Trump posted a controversial meme on social media suggesting Chicago will soon experience an immigration crackdown, rebranding the city as the “Department of WAR.” The post, featuring a fabricated image of Trump, included threatening language and alluded to a major enforcement operation planned in the city, with federal agents already present. Democratic officials, including Governor JB Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson, condemned Trump’s rhetoric, accusing him of authoritarian tendencies and threatening the city. This planned Chicago operation mirrors a prior one in Los Angeles, the legality of which is currently being challenged.
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The Justice Department has asked a federal judge to keep the names of two associates who received significant payments from Jeffrey Epstein in 2018 sealed, citing privacy concerns. These payments, totaling $100,000 and $250,000 respectively, were made shortly after the Miami Herald began publishing stories critical of Epstein’s 2008 plea deal. Prosecutors had previously argued the payments were evidence of efforts to influence potential witnesses, who were also given protection from prosecution in the plea agreement. NBC News requested the names be unsealed due to Epstein’s death and the closure of criminal proceedings, but the Justice Department is defending the associates’ privacy interests.
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In response to the European Union’s $3.5 billion antitrust fine against Google, former US President Donald Trump criticized the decision as “unfair” and threatened retaliatory action. Trump stated the fine would take money away from American investments and jobs, vowing his administration would not allow such “discriminatory actions” to continue. This followed a meeting with Google executives where he praised a US court decision in a separate antitrust case, while the EU’s ruling focused on Google’s alleged abuse of its dominant position in digital advertising. Google has since rejected the ruling and plans to appeal the decision.
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A recent report in the *New York Times* detailed a failed 2019 SEAL Team 6 operation in North Korea, aimed at planting a listening device to intercept communications from Kim Jong Un. President Trump, when questioned about the mission, stated he had no prior knowledge of it. The mission, involving the same unit that killed Osama bin Laden, reportedly failed when the team was spotted and retreated without completing their objective. The Pentagon and White House typically do not comment on SEAL Team 6 operations.
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Following a U.S. drone strike that killed 11 alleged Venezuelan drug traffickers, Vice President JD Vance dismissed criticism of the action, responding defiantly to accusations of war crimes. The strike, which President Trump authorized, targeted a vessel in international waters and was celebrated by the administration as a blow to the drug trade. Vance defended the use of military force, stating that killing cartel members protects U.S. citizens, while the Department of Defense, now nicknamed the “Department of War,” has also defended the strike, claiming it was done in defense of the American people. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has since bragged about the strike.
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The Independent has reported that President Donald Trump seemingly confirmed through a Truth Social post that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations would begin in Chicago as early as Saturday. Trump’s post included an AI-generated image of himself in military attire, with the caption “Chipocalypse Now,” alarming Illinois officials. In response, Governor J.B. Pritzker condemned the president’s actions, while several Mexican Independence Day celebrations in the city have been postponed or canceled, despite some communities vowing to continue festivities with increased security and legal support. These actions mirror previous ICE operations in Los Angeles, further escalating tensions.
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