During a recent flight, President Trump alleged that Jeffrey Epstein stole women from his Mar-a-Lago spa, including Virginia Giuffre. Following his return, CNN’s Kaitlan Collins repeatedly questioned Trump about whether this raised any alarm. The President responded dismissively and refused to answer Collins’ questions before the staff cleared the way for him to leave. Trump also declined to comment on whether Epstein’s conspirator, Ghislaine Maxwell, requested a pardon.
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During a press engagement, President Trump was asked if his mood was affected by a poor round of golf in Scotland. The president, who had played at his Turnberry course, asserted that the golf was “beautiful” and that golf is always enjoyable. The query highlighted the blending of business and leisure during Trump’s trip, especially as he has been advocating for Turnberry’s Ailsa Course to host the Open Championship. The course, last hosting the Open in 2009, is highly ranked in the golfing world.
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Recent social media attention has focused on allegations of Donald Trump cheating at golf, with a video circulating that purportedly shows his caddy manipulating a ball’s position. This incident adds to a long history of accusations against the president regarding unfair play, highlighted by figures like actor Samuel Jackson and detailed in Rick Reilly’s book, “Commander in Cheat.” The controversy extends beyond cheating claims, encompassing criticisms of Trump’s frequent golf outings, potential conflicts of interest related to his golf courses, and the expenditure of taxpayer money on these trips. Furthermore, these golf trips are perceived to be in conflict with other presidential duties.
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The cancellation of Stephen Colbert’s show due to pressure from Donald Trump highlights escalating concerns regarding First Amendment rights. According to David Enrich, Trump’s administration actively attempts to intimidate media outlets critical of his actions and rhetoric. This aggressive stance reflects a broader pattern of suppressing dissenting voices and controlling the narrative. The situation underscores the potential dangers of political interference in the media and its chilling effect on free speech.
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The Epstein scandal has intensified as reports surface that Donald Trump’s name appears in the Epstein files, leading to accusations of misrepresentation by his administration. Despite denials, reputable news outlets report that Trump was informed of his inclusion in the files. The potential political fallout is substantial, challenging Trump’s narrative of opposing the elite. The administration’s attempts to deflect attention have proven ineffective, and public distrust is growing due to this issue.
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The article discusses the shift in the MAGA media ecosystem’s focus following Donald Trump’s directive to move on from the Jeffrey Epstein case. After Trump’s call to “let it go,” key ally Charlie Kirk announced he would cease discussing Epstein. This decision came after Kirk and other MAGA figures criticized the White House’s handling of the Epstein case, particularly Attorney General Pam Bondi’s findings. Despite initial criticism and calls for action, Trump’s support for Bondi and his plea to his base to drop the issue led to a noticeable change in media coverage, with some outlets seemingly following the president’s lead.
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During a visit to Kerrville, Texas, President Trump addressed the devastating flash floods. When a reporter questioned the effectiveness of warning systems and the potential for more lives saved, the president responded with harsh criticism, calling the reporter “evil.” Trump praised the efforts of first responders but did not directly address the families’ concerns about the lack of timely warnings. The president instead shifted the focus and attacked the media, with a Republican representative echoing his sentiments, while the community continues to grapple with the tragedy and remaining questions about preparedness.
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Armenia’s National Assembly Speaker, Alen Simonyan, has suggested the country consider suspending the broadcasting of Russian TV channels due to their potential to damage Armenian-Russian relations and interfere in domestic affairs. Simonyan specifically cited concerns about programming potentially funded by pro-Kremlin businessman Samvel Karapetyan, owner of the Gazprom-linked Tashir Holding. This consideration follows reports of Russian information operations aimed at discrediting Ukraine and amid Armenia’s complete freeze of its participation in the Collective Security Treaty Organization.
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Paramount Global agreed to pay $16 million to settle President Trump’s lawsuit over edits to a “60 Minutes” interview, allocating the funds to his future presidential library. The settlement avoided a potentially costly legal battle, though it prompted criticism from First Amendment experts. This deal was seen as a way to facilitate Paramount’s sale to Skydance Media, a deal that still requires FCC approval. As part of the agreement, “60 Minutes” will release interview transcripts with presidential candidates after airing, with redactions for legal or national security.
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Following the initial leak of a U.S. intelligence report regarding strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, President Trump accused the media of demeaning the military. The report suggested limited damage from the strikes, which Trump refuted, claiming pilots described the mission as “perfect.” Despite the fact the media only reported on the intelligence assessment, not the pilots’ actions, the president insisted reporters were attacking the military. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth also criticized the media, echoing Trump’s sentiments and focusing on the leak itself.
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