Trump’s new Federal Reserve nominee notes that growth has slowed “in part” due to trade uncertainty.
Economic Growth and Trade Policy Uncertainty Stephen Milan, recently appointed to the Federal Reserve Committee, shared insights on Friday regarding the slow economic growth observed in the US this year, attributing a portion of this stagnation to uncertainty around trade policies. Having just been confirmed in time for a Fed meeting, Milan noted that the […]
Colbert jokingly comments on Kimmel’s suspension with a parody video: ‘Be quiet’
CBS’s Stephen Colbert reacted humorously to the suspension of comedian Jimmy Kimmel’s show, featuring a parody video where the Disney character Lumiere dons a MAGA hat, instructing his coworkers to remain silent. “Listen,” Lumiere states in a video aired on “The Late Show” on Thursday. “In light of Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension, the Walt Disney Corporation […]
Conan O’Brien says Kimmel’s suspension ‘should worry everyone’
Conan O’Brien Critiques Jimmy Kimmel’s Suspension Longtime late-night host Conan O’Brien recently spoke out about the suspension of his colleague Jimmy Kimmel at ABC, raising concerns over the implications for free speech. In a post on X, O’Brien noted, “The suspension of @jimmykimmel and the expectation that other late-night hosts remain silent about the administration […]
Social Security leader retracts statement about increasing retirement age
Frank Vignano, the Social Security Commissioner, recently mentioned that one reform under consideration by the Trump administration is raising the retirement age. In an interview with Fox Business, when asked by Maria Bartiromo about changing the eligibility for full federal retirement benefits—which is currently set at 67—he suggested that all options are on the table. […]
Republican representative: Rhetoric should be toned down all around
Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.) appeared on CNN’s “The Lead With Jake Tapper” recently, expressing concern that the level of political rhetoric needs to decrease significantly. During the discussion, host Jake Tapper criticized the left for labeling individuals on the right as “extremists,” “fascists,” and “Nazis,” particularly in reference to Kash Patel’s testimony before a Senate […]
Less support among Republicans for the direction of the US following Kirk’s assassination: Survey
Following the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, there’s been a notable shift in Republican sentiment about the direction of the country. An investigation released by the Associated Press (AP) in collaboration with the NORC Centre for Public Service Research indicates that over 51% of GOP voters now feel the nation is on the wrong […]
Buttigieg criticizes Republican redistricting attempts in Indiana
Pete Buttigieg, the former Secretary of Transportation and a Democratic presidential hopeful, voiced strong criticism at a rally in Indiana regarding the Republican efforts to alter the Congressional map. He accused the party of “cheating” in their attempts to redraw voting districts. “They want to determine the outcome of the election before you even vote,” […]
Officials monitoring unknown dangers for Charlie Kirk memorial participants
Federal authorities are monitoring “some threats of unknown reliability” related to an upcoming memorial service in Arizona for Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist who was shot and killed in Utah last week. Threats against members of the Trump administration, Vice President Vance, and Kirk’s family are currently under investigation, according to two law enforcement sources […]
Waltz appointed as Trump’s representative to the UN before the international conference
The Senate confirmed Mike Waltz as UN Ambassador for President Trump on Friday, just days before the UN General Assembly kicks off in New York. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) expressed her support for Waltz, though his nomination faced several months of delays. Ultimately, he was approved by a tight 47-43 vote. This confirmation allows Waltz […]
Jimmy Kimmel’s departure from ABC does not signal the decline of free speech
There’s been quite a stir lately following news that Jimmy Kimmel’s show on ABC is indefinitely suspended. The reason? Some controversial comments Kimmel made regarding Charlie Kirk’s passing. Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) has labeled this move as “despicable,” arguing that Kimmel should have the right to express himself freely. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, […]