Praise for Trump’s press access as media personalities support Biden’s absence
Jack Blanchard, from Politico’s Playbook Newsletter, has stirred up some controversy among the left by appreciating President Donald Trump’s proactive presence. CBS star Scott Perry expressed his frustration, questioning the intentions of those defending democracy, labeling them as “truth seekers” and “pioneers of ignorance,” even while benefiting from Trump’s openness. By lunchtime on May 28th, […]
The absence of the middle class creates a significant challenge for Democrats.
Sometimes, a margin of just one vote can feel monumental. That’s likely how many Democrats perceived the 215-214 victory regarding the “One Big Beautiful Bill Law.” From the outset, it seemed that Democrats struggled to regain their footing, often resorting to less flattering labels for it, though they didn’t manage to unite opposition effectively. It’s […]
Jordan Klepper surprised by absence of ‘cruelty’ from Trump supporters
Jordan Klepper, a co-host on “The Daily Show,” expressed some surprise at the relatively mild reception he got from young male Trump supporters during a recent meeting. This encounter was part of his upcoming documentary titled “Maga: The Next Generation,” where he aimed to delve into the demographics of the fervent support for President Donald […]
Zimbabwe is finally returning after a long absence.
On Thursday, as strong winds swept over Grace Road, the atmosphere was a little sparse, yet still lively enough for fans to enjoy. Up on the pavilion’s balcony was Andrew Flintoff, while Mark Wood, nursing an injury, seemed focused on transition to coaching, cheerfully pacing the boundary’s edge. In the midst of it all, Josh […]
Trump refuses peace discussions on Russia-Ukraine in Istanbul, minimizes Putin’s absence.
Trump Skips Istanbul Talks Amid Putin’s Absence On Thursday, President Donald Trump announced that he would not attend the peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul, mentioning Russian President Vladimir Putin’s absence as a factor he would downplay. While advocating for a meeting between Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Trump cited a scheduling […]
Mike Lawler calls AOC the ‘leader of the Democratic Party’ while her constituents deal with her absence.
Rep. Mike Lawler has dubbed Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez the unofficial leader of the Democratic Party, chuckling at other Democrats while pushing back against President Trump. During a discussion on “real-time with Bill Maher,” Lawler (R-NY) mocked Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s attempts to rival Trump, suggesting Ocasio-Cortez would easily win a primary against him. “Chuck […]
To my newborn son: My absence is due to belief, not indifference.
Yaba Deen, it’s been two weeks since you came into the world, and these are the first words I have for you. On the early morning of April 21st, I waited anxiously on the other end of the line while your mother fought to bring you into existence. I could hear her struggle to breathe, […]
Trump’s tariffs will be difficult even in the absence of a recession.
Many economic analysts have recently revised their projections for U.S. economic growth downwards, which raises concerns about a potential recession stemming from President Trump’s announcement of “Liberation Day” on April 2. This adjustment seems warranted given the unexpectedly high tariff increases and a noticeable decline in consumer and business confidence metrics. Following this, Trump postponed […]
Defense Secretary states the West Point professor’s absence will not be felt after their resignation.
Graham Parsons, a Philosophy Professor at West Point, has resigned after 13 years at the academy, citing significant changes to the institution’s educational approach, largely influenced by the Trump administration. This shift drew immediate comments from Defense Secretary Pete Hegses, who stated on social media, “We don’t miss Professor Parsons.” Parsons announced his decision on […]
Amid Trump absence, WH Correspondents' dinner delivers defiant message: We're not the 'enemy of the people'
Dinner journalists at the White House Correspondents Association (WHCA) provided a passionate defense of their work at the annual event. This broke tradition and featured neither comedian – he said, “We are not the enemy of the nation.” “Our responsibility is not to line up with either party or gender, but to serve the people […]