During a recent black-tie dinner, former President Donald Trump used his speech to criticize President Joe Biden, labeling him “stupid” and “mean.” Trump’s remarks included a personal attack on Biden’s intelligence and character, referencing a history of tension between the two. This pattern of attacking his successor is not new, with Trump repeatedly using similar language since leaving office. The speech was delivered at the American Cornerstone Institute’s annual Founders Dinner, an event organized by Trump’s former Housing Secretary.
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Appearing on Fox Business News, Ohio Rep. Michael Rulli expressed dismay over Democrats’ rhetoric, urging for it to be “toned down,” despite numerous instances of inflammatory language and actions by Republicans, including Donald Trump. Rulli focused on the death of Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, and the subsequent accusations against Democrats. This contrasts with the history of Trump and other Republicans, and their rhetoric against Democrats and other public figures. The article highlights instances of violent acts, hate speech, and disrespectful behavior on the right, including the weaponization of Kirk’s death for political gain, showing the hypocrisy of the Republican party.
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In a recent interview, Pete Buttigieg addressed Kamala Harris’s criticism of President Biden’s re-election bid. Harris’s upcoming book excerpt reportedly calls Biden’s decision “reckless.” Buttigieg responded, indicating the president “should not have run.”
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The Wall Street Journal’s editorial board has cautioned President Trump that blaming Joe Biden for negative economic news is becoming unsustainable. The board cited recent revisions to job creation data and the slow pace of economic progress, arguing that Trump’s policies are hindering growth. They also noted that the president’s anti-growth measures, like border taxes and deportations, are contributing to inflation and higher prices. The editorial concluded that Trump should change his economic policies to help businesses, workers, and consumers, as ignoring these economic indicators could be politically damaging.
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President Biden has chosen Delaware as the site for his presidential library, with a board of advisors being formed to oversee the project. The library will serve as a space for learning, civic leadership, and historical reflection, with a focus on Biden’s career. Fundraising for the library faces challenges given the current political climate, and costs are expected to fall somewhere between the libraries of George H.W. Bush and Barack Obama. Biden is also planning on a hub for leadership, service and civic engagement that will include educational and event space to host policy gatherings.
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Newly released FBI data reveals a significant decrease in both violent and property crime in 2024, contradicting former President Donald Trump’s assertions of a surging crime wave. The report indicates a 4.5% drop in violent crime and an 8.1% decrease in property crime, with declines across all violent crime categories. This data directly contrasts with Trump’s frequent claims on the campaign trail, where he blamed Democrats and immigrants for rising crime rates, a narrative used to justify his mass deportation policies. Despite previous attempts to discredit the FBI’s data, this report highlights a safer America during the last year of Joe Biden’s presidency.
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During a press conference, Georgia Republican Mike Collins made the false claim that former President Joe Biden was responsible for the 2020 civil unrest following the death of George Floyd, even though Biden was not in office at the time. Collins inaccurately attributed the violence and unrest to Biden’s administration, blaming him for encouraging and even funding the protests, despite the fact that the then-President Donald Trump was in office at the time of Floyd’s death. While Trump drew criticism for his response to the protests, and at one point used force to remove protesters for a photo opportunity, Collins went on to blame “socialist woke politicians” for the country’s current state. Notably, Biden was not even president at the time.
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A recent YouGov poll, released in the second quarter of 2025, indicates that President Donald Trump’s popularity has fallen below that of former President Joe Biden and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Trump currently holds the 17th position in the rankings, with only 37% of adults holding a positive opinion of him. The top of the list is dominated by Democrats, including former President Jimmy Carter at number one and former President Barack Obama at number two. Trump’s recent policy moves, such as the “ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL ACT,” are mentioned in his Truth Social post, where he discusses plans for mass deportations.
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In a Wednesday night address at a conference in California, former President Joe Biden stated that some of his key policy achievements are rapidly changing under the current administration. Biden spoke about the risks of U.S. isolationism and the importance of maintaining the NATO alliance, sharing that European leaders have reached out to him for advice. During his speech, Biden highlighted that he is giving advice regarding the current administration. Additionally, The White House responded, criticizing Biden’s foreign policy, while Biden himself is focusing on his health and family.
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Minnesota mourned the loss of former House Speaker Melissa Hortman, who was laid to rest alongside her husband after a politically motivated assassination. The attack, which also targeted Democratic state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, was carried out by a man impersonating a law enforcement officer. The assailant, Vance Boelter, was apprehended after a large manhunt, and a hit list of other politicians was found in his possession. The funeral was attended by prominent political figures and served as a moment of unity as the nation grapples with increased political violence.
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