In a recent exchange, former President Donald Trump criticized Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, alleging she possesses a low IQ and challenging her to take a cognitive test. Ocasio-Cortez responded on social media, mocking Trump by alluding to the clock drawing test, a component of cognitive assessments. This follows Ocasio-Cortez’s strategy of using mockery to address perceived insecurities within the Republican party, which she views as a tactic to counter what she considers authoritarian tendencies. She encourages her supporters to utilize this approach.
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The White House has refrained from disclosing when Donald Trump last underwent a cognitive test, despite his recent medical examination omitting any mention of one. This lack of transparency extends to details surrounding an MRI scan Trump revealed he had, which has spurred questions about his health. While Trump claims perfect results from the MRI, the White House physician’s report only mentioned “advanced imaging” and made no mention of the specific test or its findings. This has intensified concerns, especially as Trump’s latest visit to Walter Reed and subsequent health details have been met with public evasiveness.
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President Trump has approved federal disaster aid for several red states while denying it to blue states, raising questions about political motivations. Notably, the denied aid in Maryland impacted western counties that heavily supported Trump in the 2024 election. MSNBC’s Steve Benen highlights Trump’s selective approach, arguing the denial is a form of punishment against non-supporting states, even if it harms his own voters. This latest action further illustrates the problematic nature of Trumpism.
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The government shutdown has placed SNAP benefits for millions of Americans in jeopardy. The U.S. Department of Agriculture claims it cannot pay November’s benefits without congressional action. Democrats and anti-hunger groups, however, contend that the USDA has both the funding and authority to provide the benefits, accusing the administration of choosing to withhold aid. House Republicans place blame on Democrats for blocking funding. This dispute could have severe consequences for over 22 million households and become a major point of contention in the ongoing funding stalemate.
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Roberto Mosquera, a former Trump supporter, is currently imprisoned in Eswatini, Africa, after being falsely accused of murder by the Department of Homeland Security. Despite never being convicted of homicide, DHS officials wrongly labeled him as such, later deporting him to the African nation which is known for its human rights abuses. This action is part of a broader controversial initiative initiated by the Trump administration to expand the U.S. deportation program into Africa, despite warnings from human rights groups and lawyers. Mosquera, who served time for attempted murder in his youth, has been on a hunger strike since October 15 and has not received legal justification for his detention.
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During a recent conversation aboard Air Force One, former President Donald Trump touted his performance on a cognitive screening test taken at Walter Reed Medical Center, while challenging Representatives Jasmine Crockett and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to take the same exam. Trump seemed to be referencing the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), a test designed to detect early signs of dementia, which he previously scored perfectly on. Despite Trump’s claims, the MoCA’s creator clarified that the test is not designed to measure intelligence. Trump’s recent return to Walter Reed for additional medical evaluations, including an MRI, was also mentioned, although it remains unclear if he retook the cognitive test.
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The article details Donald Trump’s ongoing attempts to discredit the electoral process, now specifically targeting both mail-in and early voting methods. Despite previously utilizing these very methods himself and encouraging his supporters to do the same, he is calling for their elimination. Trump is falsely claiming these methods are proof of Democratic cheating, and urging the Justice Department to investigate the 2020 election outcome. These demands come amid record-breaking early voting turnout in several states, including a concerning shift in Republican voter behavior.
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During a recent discussion with reporters, President Donald Trump referred to an “IQ test” he took at Walter Reed Medical Center, while also challenging Democratic Representatives Jasmine Crockett and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to take the same exam. Trump has previously boasted about his perfect scores on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), a dementia screening test, and appeared to be referencing it again. Experts caution that the MoCA is not intended to measure intelligence. Trump’s physician has previously stated that the former president received perfect scores on the MoCA during his physical exams.
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Recent polling data reveals a stark contrast in American public opinion, with significantly more favorable views of Canada compared to President Donald Trump. Multiple polls, including those conducted by Gallup and Pew Research Center, show that a vast majority of Americans hold positive sentiments towards Canada. The ongoing trade dispute and Trump’s comments regarding the country have seemingly not diminished these favorable perceptions. In contrast, Trump’s approval ratings have fluctuated and remain lower than the favorability towards Canada.
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During a recent Asia tour, former President Donald Trump was criticized for dancing in Malaysia while millions of Americans face potential food assistance cuts. Critics like MeidasTouch podcaster Ben Meiselas and California Governor Gavin Newsom condemned the perceived insensitivity, highlighting the contrast between Trump’s celebratory actions and the domestic struggles of many Americans. This focus on foreign affairs has drawn criticism from within his own party, with some expressing concerns that it overshadows pressing economic issues and the “America First” agenda. This has been noted by some of his closest advisors.
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