Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy faced backlash on social media after a clip from his broadcast appeared to suggest that Donald Trump played a role in the hypothetical assassination of Charlie Kirk. The controversy arose from a misinterpretation of Portnoy’s statement, which, when taken in context, was actually criticizing the divisive political climate and suggesting Trump’s divisiveness contributed to the issue. Portnoy clarified that he wasn’t blaming Trump but highlighting how his presence fuels political tensions, leading to a swift response from MAGA supporters who were quick to condemn the shorter, out-of-context clip. Portnoy responded by sharing the full clip and denouncing the accusations.
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On Thursday, Congresswoman Nancy Mace announced a concurrent resolution to authorize Charlie Kirk to lie in honor at the U.S. Capitol. Kirk, a conservative activist, was fatally shot Wednesday while speaking at a Utah college campus event. Mace stated that Kirk’s dedication to defending freedoms and inspiring millions makes him worthy of the distinction. If approved, the resolution would allow Kirk’s remains to lie in honor in the Capitol Rotunda for a period of time.
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Exclusive: Fed Governor Cook declared her Atlanta property as “vacation home,” documents show. Let’s get straight to it. It seems like some folks tried to make a mountain out of a molehill regarding Fed Governor Cook’s property in Atlanta. The heart of the matter is this: she declared it as a vacation home, and the documents seem to back that up. This isn’t a matter of a second primary residence, which is what some were insinuating.
Exclusive: Fed Governor Cook declared her Atlanta property as “vacation home,” documents show. Honestly, the whole thing feels like a manufactured controversy. It’s almost as if people were desperately searching for anything, anything at all, to criticize her.… Continue reading
During a House floor debate on amendments to the annual defense authorization bill, Representative Nancy Mace introduced an amendment advocating for bathrooms, locker rooms, and changing rooms on military installations to be based on biological sex, leading to a heated exchange with Representative Sara Jacobs. Jacobs countered Mace’s argument, citing the Williams Institute at UCLA School of Law study and pointing out that many members of Congress, including Mace, have received gender-affirming care. In response, Mace used transphobic slurs and personally attacked Jacobs, restarting her argument in an X post, which included insensitive remarks about Jacobs’ appearance.
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In response to the release of Jeffrey Epstein’s 50th birthday book, which allegedly included a message and lewd drawing attributed to Donald Trump, the former president has dismissed the issue as “dead.” Trump initially denied the existence of the message before shifting his defense to question the authenticity of the signature. Despite this, analysis of Trump’s signatures indicates the handwriting aligns with other known examples. The White House has since denied that the message or the signature is Trump’s, with Trump filing a defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal over the initial reporting.
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Social media erupted with debate over the authenticity of a signed sketch attributed to Donald Trump in Jeffrey Epstein’s birthday book, with many users pointing to similarities between the disputed signature and confirmed examples from various points in Trump’s life. Despite White House denials and Trump’s prior claim that the letter was a fabrication, comparisons of the signature on the sketch with his known autographs, including those dating back to the 1980s, quickly went viral. Trump’s niece and former associates shared their opinions, adding fuel to the fire. Comparisons by various media personalities highlight the striking resemblance, and examples of Trump’s signature in different periods of his life were shared and compared.
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The West Point Association of Graduates has canceled its 2025 Sylvanus Thayer Award ceremony for actor Tom Hanks, a decision announced just weeks before the event. The reason for the cancellation was to allow the academy to focus on its core mission of preparing cadets. While the announcement did not give a specific reason for the cancellation, Hanks has donated to Democrats and received the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The cancellation aligns with other actions taken by political figures against perceived enemies.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has faced criticism from his own family regarding his anti-vaccine views, with several members calling for his resignation and denouncing his actions. His sister criticized his performance before lawmakers, and his nephew accused him of misleading the public. Adding to the family rift, Kennedy’s nephew, Jack Schlossberg, is also teasing a run for Congress, potentially setting up a political clash with his uncle.
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The author recounts her experiences with Jeffrey Epstein and Donald Trump, detailing instances of non-consensual acts. She reveals that she was groped by Trump while in Epstein’s presence, and that Epstein claimed to have a video of her. Despite the author’s attempts to seek justice, including a polygraph and corroborating testimonies, the release of Epstein’s files has been met with resistance and alleged political maneuvering. She calls for the release of all the Epstein files, emphasizing that the experiences of survivors should not be politicized and justice for the victims is long overdue.
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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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