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Judge rules Target must face shareholder lawsuit over Pride Month backlash
A federal judge in Florida says Target will have to face a lawsuit from a shareholder over the fallout from its sales of LGBTQ-themed merchandise last year. The suit accuses Target of misleading shareholders about the retail giant’s efforts to protect the company from social and political risks. The conservative group America First Legal is… -
Dr. Fauci, Schiff, Cheney: Biden weighs preemptive pardons ahead of Trump term
The Biden administration is considering issuing preemptive pardons for several public officials, according to sources close to the discussions who spoke with Politico. These pardons could be granted to individuals who senior aides believe may be targeted by President-elect Donald Trump. The potential pardons could include high-profile figures who have been outspoken against Trump, such… -
The DOGE Caucus welcomes first Democrat to help cut gov’t waste
The congressional “DOGE Caucus” is welcoming its first Democrat, Rep. Jared Moskowitz of Florida, to its ranks. Moskowitz will join the Delivering on Outstanding Government Efficiency Committee, which is focused on cutting government waste. In an interview with Fox News, Moskowitz, while acknowledging the caucus is a Republican initiative, said it is an effort more… -
Trump taps Peter Navarro as senior trade adviser
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Peter Navarro as the senior counselor for the Office of Trade and Manufacturing. Trump made the announcement through a post on Truth Social on Wednesday, Dec. 4. Navarro is no stranger to the White House. He previously served in a similar role during Trump’s first term as president. Further in… -
Federal judge rebukes Biden’s pardon of Hunter as trying to ‘rewrite history’
A federal judge rebuked President Joe Biden’s claims that his son, Hunter Biden, was unfairly prosecuted. In a court order issued Tuesday, Dec. 3, U.S. District Judge Mark Scarsi criticized the president’s statement suggesting Hunter Biden was singled out for political reasons. The president had pardoned his son for tax and gun offenses, stating that… -
Hegseth being replaced? Allegations, reactions, confirmation chances
President-elect Donald Trump may tap Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to replace Pete Hegseth as the secretary of defense nominee if he fails to secure enough votes in the Senate. Anonymous sources familiar with the discussions have told several news outlets DeSantis could step in. As of Wednesday morning, Dec. 4, Hegseth remained confident in his… -
Should the US end daylight saving time? Musk and Ramaswamy say yes
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have reignited the debate over America’s biannual clock changes, calling for an end to the practice. The suggestion, shared on Musk’s social media platform X, is tied to their leadership of the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under President-elect Donald Trump. Most states currently alternate between daylight saving… -
Meta executive admits to over-moderating COVID-19, election content
Is Meta moderating its content too much? A top executive at the company shared regrets over removing posts about the pandemic. Meta’s President of Global Affairs Nick Clegg admitted the company has wrongfully taken down posts across its apps, pointing to the height of COVID-19. He told reporters Monday, Dec. 2, “No one during the… -
Trump’s pick for head of FBI target of Iranian-backed cyberattack: US
U.S. intelligence revealed on Tuesday, Dec. 3, that an alleged Iranian-backed cyberattack targeted Kash Patel, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to head the FBI. The FBI reportedly told Patel the hackers attempted to infiltrate his communications. It’s unclear if the hackers succeeded in their attempt or how much information they stole. Although Trump’s team didn’t specifically… -
Judge dismisses Hunter Biden’s gun case amid opposition from prosecutors
U.S. District Judge Maryellen Noreika has closed the gun case against Hunter Biden a week before his scheduled sentencing. The dismissal comes after a sweeping pardon granted by his father, President Joe Biden. Following the decision Sunday, Dec. 1, Hunter Biden’s legal team submitted a motion to dismiss all charges with prejudice citing the “Full… -
Texas Gov. Abbott threatens to defund hospital over doctor’s viral TikTok
A viral TikTok video is creating tension between the Texas Children’s Hospital and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, a Republican. The video, posted by one of the hospital’s doctors, criticizes an executive order signed by Abbott that requires Texas public hospitals to collect information on patients’ immigration status and report healthcare costs for undocumented immigrants. In… -
US charges Chinese national with sending guns and ammo to North Korea
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) revealed that authorities have arrested and charged an undocumented Chinese national with allegedly buying and sending guns and ammunition to North Korea. That’s according to unsealed court documents unveiled on Tuesday, Dec. 3. According to the criminal complaint, Shenghua Wen told investigators that North Korean agents funneled $2 million… -
Hamas says 33 hostages killed, Trump demands release of remaining captives
Hamas announced on Monday, Dec. 2, 33 hostages have been killed as Israel’s more than year-long war against the militant group continues. This marks the first time the Palestinian militia group has revealed the number of Israeli hostage deaths since the war in Gaza began. The announcement has also drawn the attention of President-elect Donald…