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Donald Trump set to appear at CNN presidential town hall
According to a announcement from CNN, former President Donald Trump has agreed to participate in a CNN Presidential Town Hall on May 10 at 9 p.m. ET. Trump, who is seeking to bolster his support for a second presidential run, has frequently referred to CNN as “fake news” and “the enemy of the people.” The… -
GOP megadonor Peter Thiel reportedly plans to not back anyone in 2024
Republican megadonor Peter Thiel will reportedly hold out from funding political candidates in 2024, according to two sources close to Thiel. The Silicon Valley tech billionaire believes Republicans are making a mistake by focusing on cultural flashpoints and should be more concerned with spurring U.S. innovation, the sources said according to Reuters. Thiel’s business associate… -
President Biden’s notes at press conference branded ‘cheat sheets’ by critics
President Joe Biden is facing criticism after appearing to hold what some are calling a “cheat sheet” of reporter questions during a joint press conference at the White House. Close-up shots captured by a photographer show Biden with a white card in hand, detailing the name and picture of Los Angeles Times journalist Courtney Subramanian… -
Florida considers ‘resign-to-run’ law changes as DeSantis eyes WH run
A Florida state Republican lawmaker filed an amendment to the state’s law that would allow Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) to run for president, should he decide to declare his candidacy, without having to resign from his governor position. The proposal has prompted some opponents to urge former President Donald Trump to intervene and stop the… -
Disney sues DeSantis, alleges ‘campaign to weaponize government’
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is suing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, following the state’s latest attempts to exert control over the company’s theme parks. On Wednesday, April 26, Disney filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida, alleging that the governor has waged a “relentless campaign to… -
UK blocks Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard acquisition, its biggest tech deal in history
The United Kingdom’s antitrust regulator has blocked Microsoft’s proposed acquisition of Activision Blizzard, citing fears of “reduced innovation and less choice for U.K. gamers in the future.” The deal, valued at $69 billion, would have allowed Microsoft to expand its dealings in cloud gaming, a market where it already holds a global share of around… -
DeSantis, Youngkin visit Asia amid rumored White House bids
Two Republican governors, both rumored to be considering presidential runs, made trips to the Asia region to meet with foreign leaders during the week of April 23. The visits coincide with heightened U.S. efforts to counter Chinese influence, TIME reports. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis met with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida as part of a… -
College Board walks back revisions to AP African American Studies after criticism
Less than three months after announcing revisions to its AP African American Studies course curriculum, the College Board has announced plans for further changes. The initial revisions, which took place in February, removed topics deemed controversial by some critics, including reparations, Black Lives Matter and intersectionality. Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Fla., was one of the most prominent… -
Biden to announce reelection bid despite concerns over his age
President Joe Biden is expected to launch his bid for reelection as early as the week of April 23, according to sources familiar with the matter. The launch is expected to come despite concerns over his age. At 80 years old, Biden is already the oldest president in American history. The New York Times opinion… -
Seattle panel: Police should apologize over 2020 protest response
The Seattle Police Department should “offer a sincere, public apology” for how it treated demonstrators in the city after the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis, according to a conclusion from a Seattle panel of officers, citizens and accountability experts. The panel completed its final review of how police responded and reacted to months of… -
Biden officials fail to define ‘woman’, ‘assault weapon’: Media Miss
Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona declined to define a “woman” while testifying before the House Appropriations Committee Tuesday, April 18. Rep. Andrew Clyde (R-GA) repeatedly asked Cardona for a response. “I think that’s almost secondary to the important role that I have as secretary of education,” Cardona said. The hearing took place amid controversy over… -
Trump and other Republicans side with Disney over DeSantis in latest feud
Top Republicans are criticizing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis after he announced legislative plans to give Florida power to decide how to develop land near Disney’s theme parks, among other things. DeSantis made the announcement after Disney made moves recently to circumvent Florida’s oversight takeover of Walt Disney World. On Monday, April 17, DeSantis unveiled the… -
Biden signs executive order with over 50 directives on child and elder care
President Joe Biden signed an executive order on Tuesday, April 18, aimed at expanding access to affordable long-term care and child care. The order issues over 50 directives across nearly every federal agency. Under the order, the White House asks federal agencies to “identify which of their grant programs can support child care and long-term…
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