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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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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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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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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Amidst growing concerns over rising crime rates, the focus on specific cities by certain political figures has come under scrutiny. While the president threatens to deploy national guard units to cities like Chicago and Baltimore, analysis reveals a broader pattern. Violent crime rates in major cities are actually decreasing nationwide, particularly in areas with Democratic leadership. However, the president’s focus tends to concentrate on these blue cities, overlooking others with higher crime rates in red states.
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Recently, Donald Trump’s absence from public view prompted speculation, yet major news outlets provided limited coverage. Critics like John Passantino questioned the media’s silence, contrasting it with the extensive coverage of Joe Biden’s health concerns. While rumors of Trump’s health circulated, some, like JD Vance, criticized the media, accusing them of misinformation. However, the article suggests a different perspective: that the media’s coverage was, in fact, overly cautious. Ultimately, the piece argues that responsible journalism on a president’s health requires skepticism, persistent fact-finding, and avoiding both sensationalism and unquestioning acceptance of official statements.
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According to a senior Republican, Mike Johnson, former President Donald Trump was an FBI informant on Jeffrey Epstein, despite being associated with him in the past. Johnson stated that Trump viewed Epstein’s actions as horrific and the controversy as a “Democrat hoax” meant to attack him. This comes amidst speculation surrounding a “client list” allegedly containing Trump’s name and a push for transparency from both sides of the political spectrum. While Trump initially called for a full investigation into Epstein’s death, he later dismissed the scandal as irrelevant, yet the Department of Justice has found no evidence of a client list.
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