During a House hearing, Education Secretary Linda McMahon refused to definitively state whether accurately teaching that Joe Biden won the 2020 election constitutes “illegal DEI,” instead vaguely advocating for accurate and balanced social studies instruction. Representative Lee pressed McMahon on this and other historical events, such as the Tulsa race massacre and Ruby Bridges’ role in desegregation, revealing McMahon’s unfamiliarity with these pivotal moments in American history. This exchange occurred against the backdrop of Oklahoma’s controversial new curriculum, which promotes election conspiracy theories, and the Trump administration’s proposed 15 percent budget cut to the Department of Education. McMahon’s responses highlighted a concerning lack of clarity regarding the teaching of factual events in schools.
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Trump’s late-night social media posts have once again plunged into the realm of outlandish conspiracy theories, this time centered on the assertion that President Biden was somehow incapacitated and his actions during his presidency were orchestrated by an unseen force. The claim revolves around the idea that someone “usurped” a mentally declining Biden, employing an “autopen” to secretly push through a radical-left agenda. This isn’t just a stray comment; Trump has repeated this claim, solidifying its place as a central tenet of his current narrative.
The underlying motivation behind this conspiracy theory seems to be a desire to invalidate and reverse everything enacted during the Biden administration, particularly the presidential pardons.… Continue reading
The Washington Post issued a correction to a Sunday article claiming Israeli troops killed over 30 people near a Gaza aid site, citing unnamed “health officials.” The correction stated the article failed to adequately weigh Israel’s denial of involvement and presented unverified claims as fact, thus not meeting the newspaper’s fairness standards. The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation also denied any IDF attack or casualties at its aid distribution center, contradicting Hamas reports. The Post’s correction followed a significant online backlash.
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Rep. Stephen Lynch’s letter to HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. demands answers regarding the “Make America Healthy Again” report, citing concerns about fabricated citations, misrepresented studies, and potential use of AI to generate false conclusions. News outlets, including NOTUS and The Washington Post, revealed evidence suggesting the report’s citations were manipulated, with some initially linking to nonexistent studies and others exhibiting hallmarks of AI-generated content. Lynch’s letter emphasizes the report’s apparent attempt to cover up these errors after their initial exposure, raising serious questions about the Trump administration’s commitment to scientific integrity. The letter formally requests information on the report’s drafting, review, publication, and subsequent amendments by June 16th.
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ICE Barbie’s list of purported “sanctuary” cities, hastily released and quickly retracted, sparked a furious backlash, exposing the flawed methodology and partisan intent behind its creation. The initial rollout of the list, seemingly intended to target cities deemed uncooperative with federal immigration enforcement, instead highlighted the arbitrariness of the designation and the absurdity of the process.
The sheer number of misclassified locations raised immediate concerns. Many small towns and even counties, far from fitting the common understanding of a “sanctuary city,” found themselves inexplicably included. Some were identified as “sanctuary cities” based on the presence of unrelated laws, such as ordinances related to law enforcement resource allocation or even Second Amendment protections.… Continue reading
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Former President Trump recently shared a baseless conspiracy theory on Truth Social, alleging that President Biden was replaced by a robotic clone after his death in 2020. This claim, quickly embraced by some supporters, cites unsubstantiated evidence such as changes in Biden’s appearance. Simultaneously, Trump promoted another conspiracy theory involving a supposedly deleted interview with Stephen Colbert, which remains readily accessible online. Critics have expressed concern over these unfounded accusations. The White House has been contacted for comment.
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President Trump’s recent public appearances have been marked by increasing verbal errors, including mispronunciations and a correction regarding proposed DOGE-related budget cuts. These gaffes coincide with reports of Trump’s on-camera drowsiness, despite a recent clean bill of health. Meanwhile, allegations of drug use within the White House, potentially involving Musk, have emerged; this follows a previous report detailing widespread prescription drug use within the West Wing. Musk has not addressed the allegations against him.
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National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard is reportedly exploring methods to reform President Trump’s intelligence briefings, aiming to increase engagement and trust. Proposed changes include a video format mirroring Fox News, incorporating more graphics and animations, and shifting content focus towards topics like economics and trade. These adjustments stem from Trump’s limited engagement with the current briefing format and his preference for visual media. However, Gabbard’s office vehemently denies these reports.
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Multiple news outlets, including Al Jazeera and Reuters, reported that a strike near an American Gaza Humanitarian Foundation distribution center in Gaza resulted in at least 30 deaths and over 100 injuries. These reports cited various Palestinian news sources, including WAFA and Hamas-affiliated media. However, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) stated they were unaware of any injuries caused by IDF fire at the distribution site and that the matter was under investigation. The discrepancy highlights the conflicting accounts surrounding the incident.
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