The President’s responses to the assassinations of Melissa Hortman and Charlie Kirk starkly contrasted, revealing a partisan approach to human life. While Hortman’s death received minimal attention, Kirk’s was framed as a national tragedy, prompting lowered flags, posthumous awards, and a video address promising vengeance against the left. Further fueling the issue, Trump appeared on Fox News suggesting that violence from the right was more defensible, indicating right-wing extremists are part of his political project. This selective mourning, coupled with his past actions, suggests a willingness to overlook or even encourage political violence from those on the right, thus implicitly devaluing the lives of Democrats.
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Despite attempts to dismiss the Epstein files, the pursuit of justice for survivors remains paramount, uniting individuals across the political spectrum. The goal is to release the full files to reveal who was involved and who has been shielded from accountability. A bipartisan discharge petition, led by the author and Representative Thomas Massie, is nearing the required signatures to force a vote on the bill to release the files. This effort is vital because the information released by the Justice Department so far is insufficient and fails to provide the transparency needed to address the widespread abuse and restore public trust.
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The Independent reports on the bipartisan backlash against Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. during a Senate Finance Committee hearing. Republicans and Democrats alike questioned Kennedy’s actions, including mass firings and perceived politicization of federal agencies, expressing concern over his stance on vaccines and potential misrepresentation during his confirmation. Kennedy faced criticism for undermining the COVID-19 vaccine program and was accused of diminishing the credibility of the U.S. government on public health. Despite a meek defense from the White House, Kennedy’s future remains uncertain as bipartisan pressure mounts, raising questions about his role in the administration.
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Recent polling data reveals a significant increase in the favorability ratings of Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez among New York Republicans, rising from 6% in 2019 to 21% in 2025. This surge in popularity coincides with her nationwide “Fighting Oligarchy” tour, attracting large crowds across both traditionally Republican and Democratic states. Ocasio-Cortez’s current favorability rating surpasses that of other prominent New York politicians, including Governor Kathy Hochul and Senator Chuck Schumer. This increased bipartisan appeal positions her as a potential contender in the 2028 Democratic presidential primary.
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