Media Highlights Black Trans Model in a Wheelchair
Aaron Rose Phillippe at the Met Gala Aaron Rose Phillippe, a Black transgender model with cerebral palsy, made an appearance at the Met Gala this past Monday. “It feels like the world has been sending a message to people like me—whether it’s because I’m Black, trans, or disabled—that I don’t belong in these major industries, […]
Justice Department mocks media opponents after judge rules in favor of federal government on Georgia ballots
The Justice Department has recently taken aim at journalists on social media, branding some as biased, after winning a legal battle over ballots and materials from the 2020 election that were seized this January in Fulton County, Georgia. In a public post, the department’s communications account remarked, “Another mistake, McFarlane,” targeting members of the Meidas […]
Florida man charged with making multiple threats on social media to kill Trump, Rubio, and Bondi
Florida Man Charged with Threats Against Trump and Officials A man from Florida has been charged for allegedly posting threats online to assassinate President Donald Trump, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and former Attorney General Pam Bondi, according to a news release from law enforcement. Nathaniel Sanders II, a 32-year-old from Miami Beach, appeared in […]
The role of digital media in encouraging a culture of anger and violence
The Role of Media in Political Tension The media certainly contributes to the problem at hand. But what exactly is the problem? It’s a lengthy list, really. In the past, I often remarked that cable news spurred on hyperbolic speech from lawmakers, as many sought to break the silence and have their voices heard. Presently, […]
Rutgers cancels graduation speaker following social media posts about Israel that reportedly upset students
Rutgers University Cancels Graduation Speaker Amid Controversy Rutgers University has decided to cancel a planned graduation speaker after an outcry related to comments on Israel, leading to a shift in university policy. The decision came after Rami Elghandour, the CEO of biotech company Arcelx and a Rutgers alumnus, used his social media to claim that […]
Dave Chappelle claims the media misunderstood his comedy on the Obama podcast.
Dave Chappelle Discusses Media and Modern Discourse In an open interview published on Wednesday, comedian Dave Chappelle, joined by former First Lady Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson, shared thoughts on today’s fast-paced news cycle and the lack of nuance in public conversations. During the episode, filmed in Chappelle’s hometown of Yellow Springs, Ohio, […]
Ted Turner served as the Braves’ manager for one night during his successful career in media.
Ted Turner Passes Away at 87 Ted Turner, the iconic businessman and philanthropist, passed away on Wednesday, leaving behind a remarkable legacy at the age of 87. His impact on media is truly profound. Turner is credited with laying the groundwork for cable news by founding what we now know as CNN. He began his […]
Scalise Labels Ted Lieu’s ’86 47′ Social Media Post as ‘Disgusting’ and States ‘It’s Not Occurring on Both Sides’
Scalise Responds to Lieu’s Comments on Comey Indictment During a segment on FBN’s “Mornings with Maria,” House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, a Republican from Louisiana, expressed his disapproval of Rep. Ted Lieu, a California Democrat, who had been tweeting “86 47” on his X account. This phrase was in response to the indictment of former […]
Agent Rich Paul continues to promote the argument that the media prefers Jokic over LeBron.
As discussions continue around Nikola Jokic’s performance in the Nuggets’ recent playoff loss, Rich Paul argues that the media isn’t being tough enough on him. Paul believes there’s a significant difference in how Jokic is treated compared to his top client, LeBron James. “People aren’t as vocal about Jokic’s losses because there’s a different sentiment,” […]
Shooting at unauthorized social media gathering in Oklahoma injures nearly 20 people
Shooting at Oklahoma Park Leaves Nearly 20 Injured A chaotic scene unfolded over the weekend at a park near Oklahoma City, where a shooting resulted in nearly 20 people being injured. New information has started to come to light regarding the causes of the violence. According to police, the chaos began Sunday night when arguments […]