Right-leaning outlets divide as Fox and Newsmax clash over Epstein: Bias Breakdown
The Epstein case is back in the news following the release of a DOJ memo stating there was no client list. While coverage of the development has surged on some networks, others — particularly on the political right — have devoted less time to the story. The absence of extensive coverage on networks like Fox […]
More retirees rely on Social Security as confidence in program slips: AARP
As Social Security approaches its 90th anniversary, more Americans are leaning on it as a critical part of retirement, even as confidence in the program’s future continues to decline. A new AARP survey finds that nearly two-thirds of retired Americans (65%) say they depend heavily on their monthly Social Security checks. That number has risen […]
Congress will subpoena Ghislaine Maxwell for deposition
The House Oversight Committee will subpoena Ghislaine Maxwell, the woman who helped run Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking ring, for a deposition. Maxwell is currently serving a 20-year prison sentence after being convicted in 2021 of enticing and trafficking minors to engage in illegal sex acts. “The Committee will seek to subpoena Ms. Maxwell as expeditiously […]
Newsom to release report on ‘right and wrong’ COVID policies in California
California is preparing to release a detailed report reviewing how the state handled the COVID-19 pandemic. Gov. Gavin Newsom said the review is expected to be approximately 1,000 pages long and will outline both the successes and failures of his administration’s COVID-19 response. The California Health and Human Services Department has been compiling the report. […]
‘Bad look’: Fake Jerome Powell resignation letter shared by Trump allies
A fake resignation letter claiming to be from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell set off a wave of confusion after it was shared by several high-profile conservative figures on social media. While the letter was not authentic, some Republicans wished it were amid the recent friction between President Donald Trump and Powell. Bogus letter draws […]
How will it work? CFB coaches, AD’s scramble ahead of new ‘pay for play’ era
The new college football “pay for play” era is just 32 days from kickoff, and no one can say for sure how it’s all going to work. Coaches and administrators are scrambling to establish ground rules and ensure everyone is on the same page, especially when factoring in Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) policies. How […]
Transgender women banned from US Olympic competition
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) has officially changed its rules and will bar transgender athletes from competing in women’s sports. That will put them in compliance with President Donald Trump’s executive order on the matter. Transgender rule change A 27-page document called the USOPC Athlete Safety Policy outlined the changes but was short […]
Vice mayor, venue subpoenaed in Florida investigation of June Pride show
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has issued subpoenas to Vice Mayor Linda Moore and her Vero Beach venue, the Kilted Mermaid, as part of a state probe into a “Pride Tea Dance” held in June. The Tuesday, July 22, announcement said Moore promoted the event online as “all ages welcome.” Now, officials allege that adult performers […]
US House lawmakers’ security budgets doubled after recent violence
Each U.S. House member is receiving a boost in taxpayer dollars for security. It comes after recent violence and threats against lawmakers around the country. Security boost House members can now spend $20,000 to increase home security, up from $10,000, according to a release from the Committee on House Administration. Members can now also spend […]
