In a recent exchange on X, Elon Musk questioned Donald Trump’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files, suggesting their non-release was a “very big deal.” Trump responded on Truth Social by staunchly defending Attorney General Pam Bondi and urging people to move on from the Epstein matter. Trump’s post, similar to his previous statements, repeated Epstein’s name while discouraging further discussion, which Musk and others have found problematic. Bondi, meanwhile, explained that the child pornography found was not going to be released to the public, as well as that the video was being reset every night, therefore deleting a minute.
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Following criticism of a ruling by Judge Maame Ewusi-Mensah Frimpong regarding ICE arrests in Los Angeles, an X account associated with California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Press Office responded to Stephen Miller’s post. The governor’s office’s post on X called Miller a “fascist cuck” and criticized his views on the ruling, which deemed certain locations as “safe havens” for illegal aliens. The initial post by Miller condemned the ruling and accused the judge of undermining the United States. Newsom’s Director of Communications, Izzy Gardon, later stated that the post was inspired by the White House’s use of the term.
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Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez labeled Donald Trump a “rapist” on social media, criticizing his handling of the released Epstein files. Her remarks were made amidst controversy surrounding the files, with Trump’s administration facing backlash for the lack of client lists and the reported modification of surveillance footage. Trump has responded by dismissing the ongoing discussion about Epstein. This isn’t the first time Ocasio-Cortez has used the term, and Trump has a history of being scrutinized for his association with Jeffrey Epstein, despite his denials.
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Representative Tim Burchett, initially claiming the FBI had discovered 1,400 new Jeffrey Epstein files, has now altered his stance. He suggests the files may have been destroyed under the Biden administration, despite a Department of Justice memo denying the existence of undisclosed evidence. This shift aligns with broader suspicions among some regarding the White House’s position on the Epstein case. Burchett, however, attributes the disappearance to the previous administration’s actions.
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Thomas Fugate, the newly appointed director of the DHS Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships, has come under fire due to a past incident involving threatening messages. The Daily Beast revealed that Fugate, then 18 years old, sent concerning messages to a love rival of his girlfriend, then a high school freshman. While the department initially claimed there was no formal investigation, the Cedar Park City Attorney’s Office later confirmed an investigation into “an alleged injury to a child.” These recent revelations regarding Fugate’s past actions have raised concerns about his suitability for such a critical role.
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Secretary Kristi Noem, speaking at the FEMA Review Council meeting, renewed her call for a complete overhaul of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Despite FEMA’s ongoing involvement in search and recovery efforts following devastating floods in Texas, Noem advocated for its elimination and replacement with a more responsive agency. She specifically stated that FEMA should shift its operational model to be state and locally driven, departing from its decades-long federal-led approach. This proposed restructuring aims to improve efficiency and effectiveness in disaster response.
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Recently, Senator Ted Cruz faced criticism for his actions during and leading up to a deadly flood in Texas. Before the disaster, Cruz ensured the Republican spending bill cut funding for weather forecasting. Amidst the crisis, he vacationed in Greece, sparking outrage given the severity of the floods that killed over 100 people. Critics have pointed out these cuts may have worsened the disaster, with environmental groups highlighting the impact of reduced funding on agencies tasked with disaster response.
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A Houston pediatrician and a former city official have drawn widespread condemnation for their insensitive social media comments regarding the Texas flooding. Dr. Christina B. Propst lost her job at Blue Fish Pediatrics after posting a controversial Facebook message wishing harm upon those with opposing political views and visitors, while Sade Perkins, a former city appointee, criticized the victims of the flood, specifically singling out the race and religious affiliation of a camp of victims. Due to Perkins’s comments, Houston’s mayor stated he would not reappoint her to any future positions. The backlash highlights the sensitivity surrounding the disaster and the impact of social media on public figures’ careers.
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Former President Donald Trump expressed strong disapproval of Elon Musk’s potential new political party, labeling the idea as “ridiculous.” Trump asserted that third parties have historically failed in the United States and would only cause disruption and chaos, particularly criticizing the timing given existing issues with the Democratic Party. Trump doubled down on his stance via Truth Social, while simultaneously claiming Musk’s issue with the bill wasn’t about the price tag but the electric vehicle mandate. Trump even went as far as calling Musk a “train wreck.”
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During a devastating flood in Texas, Senator Ted Cruz was spotted in Athens, Greece, sightseeing with his family while rescuers searched for victims. Cruz’s trip to Europe came shortly after the Texas Division of Emergency Management activated state emergency response resources and a day after the Guadalupe River burst its banks, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. This incident sparked criticism, as it echoed past instances where Cruz faced scrutiny for traveling during his constituents’ times of need. Despite the Senator’s later claims of being in contact with officials and returning to Texas, the timing of his trip raised questions about his priorities.
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