Cuomo Earned Almost $5 Million Consulting. He Won’t Name His Clients. That headline really cuts to the chase, doesn’t it? It’s a pretty straightforward situation, but the implications are…well, they’re messy. Almost $5 million in consulting fees, and the guy won’t reveal who was paying him? That sets off alarm bells for a lot of people. It’s a classic transparency issue. How can the public trust someone who’s making that kind of money in the shadows, especially when they might be looking to get back into public service?
The crux of the matter is laid bare in those tax documents: nearly all of Cuomo’s income last year, a hefty $4.7 million, came from a consulting firm he set up.… Continue reading
Higgins’ statements are characterized by bitterness and a lack of empathy, particularly regarding SNAP benefits. He seems to disregard the reality that the average SNAP benefit of around $80 per week is insufficient, especially given rising grocery prices and economic challenges. Higgins’ remarks echo racially charged stereotypes. This lack of compassion is deeply concerning, especially from someone in a position of power, and it may impact the upcoming midterm elections.
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Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego criticized House Speaker Mike Johnson and the Republican party’s handling of the ongoing government shutdown, which has lasted 28 days. Gallego stated the situation was further complicated by President Trump’s absence in Asia and Johnson’s alleged inaction. Gallego accused Johnson of protecting pedophiles by withholding relevant files and failing to address pressing issues like healthcare costs, which Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene also criticized. Greene has also stated that Republicans have no plan to resolve the situation and address Americans’ concerns.
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New reporting reveals Donald Trump demanded the Justice Department pay him $230 million in damages stemming from investigations, marking a significant ethical breach. Experts like Michael Schmidt and Andrew Weissmann highlighted the severity of Trump’s actions on Deadline White House, emphasizing the unprecedented nature of shaking down the American taxpayer for personal financial gain. This unprecedented move is seen as a new low, raising serious concerns about the integrity of the Justice Department.
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President Donald Trump has commuted the sentence of former Rep. George Santos, who was serving a seven-year term for fraud charges, citing mistreatment and solitary confinement. Trump made the announcement on social media, claiming Santos had been “horribly mistreated” and stating that he signed a Commutation, releasing Santos from prison immediately. Santos, who had previously pleaded guilty to aggravated identity theft and wire fraud, was expelled from Congress in December 2023. This decision has received mixed reactions from lawmakers, with some applauding the move and others criticizing Trump’s priorities.
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Anti-porn GOP legislator allegedly had an account on an adult sexcam website. He denied that the account is his, but cyber data suggests otherwise. This is a story we’ve unfortunately heard before, and it’s a familiar pattern that seems to be on repeat. A politician, often with a strong stance against something, gets caught in a situation that directly contradicts their public persona. In this case, it involves an unnamed GOP legislator who’s built a career on anti-porn advocacy. The issue? Allegedly, he had an active account on an adult sexcam website.
The initial reaction to such a revelation is rarely surprise, especially when it comes to certain political circles.… Continue reading
American Journal News uncovered a disturbing scandal surrounding JRDeux, revealing that the Tumblr blog also promoted users with Nazi symbols and shared content with racial slurs. The candidate, running for office in Virginia, was found to be associated with a clique that eroticized slavery and exhibited Nazi fetishism. This scandal marks the second time in a year that a Republican candidate has been embroiled in a Nazi porn scandal. His career reflects the GOP’s evolution from traditional conservatism to a party that seems to embrace certain perverse ideas.
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The recent U.S. government shutdown has reportedly delayed the swearing-in of Adelita Grijalva, Arizona’s newly elected representative, which Democrats allege is a political maneuver. Grijalva’s confirmation is anticipated to trigger a political scandal, as she is expected to be the crucial 218th signer of a petition seeking the release of federal files related to Jeffrey Epstein, which may contain compromising information about former President Donald Trump. Her colleagues believe Republicans are using the shutdown to stall her arrival at the Capitol, ultimately delaying the release of said files. Once sworn in, Grijalva plans to sign the petition and begin representing her constituents.
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In a surprising turn of events, photographic evidence revealed the contents of a folder used by Bondi during questioning. The folder contained notes that appeared unrelated to official Department of Justice matters. Inside, Bondi had gathered social media screenshots, pre-written responses, and handwritten notes. These were designed to help her prepare “gotcha” moments during her interaction with Whitehouse, including a response to a post about Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas.
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During a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, Attorney General Pam Bondi’s prepared notes, inadvertently revealed in photographs, offered insight into her strategy for the session. The documents included attack lines, such as accusations of hypocrisy and associations with “dark money groups,” targeted at specific senators like Sheldon Whitehouse. Bondi also had a question prepared regarding potential financial ties between Whitehouse and Reid Hoffman, a known associate of Jeffrey Epstein, indicating her focus on deflecting criticism. These notes, which also included attacks on former special counsel Jack Smith, reveal a preemptive and defensive approach to the hearing, particularly concerning the Epstein files and investigations.
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