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Europe news

CNN's Abby Phillip and Scott Jennings Battle It Out Over Who Benefits From Trump's War in Iran

10 hours ago

US politics

Congressman Says Jackass' Trump Has Been Alienating Everybody' and Is Causing Allies to De-Risk From America'

US Elections

Trump's Stunning Declaration in Now-Deleted Video Isn't Helped By Context'

Trump Booster Miranda Devine Warns President His Wartime Poll Numbers Are Looking a Lot Like' Biden's

Trump's poll numbers are declining similarly to Biden's after the Afghanistan withdrawal.

Trump Boosts Scathing NY Post Column Trashing Deranged' Tucker Carlson

Trump criticized Tucker Carlson as a back-stabber promoting extremist views and not aligned with MAGA values.

Pro-Trump Scribe Smiles in Disbelief at Profane Anti-Trump Rant on CNN

Trump's personal attacks on critics, including Bruce Springsteen, provoke strong reactions from commentators and highlight concerns about presidential behavior.

Europe news

CNN's Abby Phillip and Scott Jennings Battle It Out Over Who Benefits From Trump's War in Iran

Scott Jennings and Abby Phillip debated the implications of Trump's military actions against Iran and NATO's role in European security.

10 hours ago

Congressman Says Jackass' Trump Has Been Alienating Everybody' and Is Causing Allies to De-Risk From America'

Trump's alienation of allies undermines U.S. efforts to gain international support, particularly in reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump's Stunning Declaration in Now-Deleted Video Isn't Helped By Context'

Trump suggested states should handle daycare funding, indicating a potential cut to popular programs like Medicare and Medicaid during a viral Easter event.

Trump Booster Miranda Devine Warns President His Wartime Poll Numbers Are Looking a Lot Like' Biden's

Trump's poll numbers are declining similarly to Biden's after the Afghanistan withdrawal.

Trump Boosts Scathing NY Post Column Trashing Deranged' Tucker Carlson

Trump criticized Tucker Carlson as a back-stabber promoting extremist views and not aligned with MAGA values.

Katie Couric Claims Trump Trying to 'F*ck With' Midterms

Katie Couric expresses concerns about Trump's actions affecting election integrity ahead of the midterms.

SF politics

12 hours ago

Pete Hegseth Wracked by Paranoia' About Being Fired, Trump Administration Official Claims

Pete Hegseth's paranoia over being replaced by Dan Driscoll has led to significant personnel changes in the Army leadership.

Washington DC

Top Hegseth Aide Reportedly Spread False Rumor They Wore Disguises to Hit the Bars Together

A rumor about Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth sneaking out for drinks with his aide has sparked controversy and speculation within the administration.

Shilling For the Illiberal Left': Tim Miller Gets Eviscerated After Defending Hasan Piker

Tim Miller defended Hasan Piker's acceptance in the Democratic Party, sparking controversy and debate about bigotry and tribalization in politics.

Jake Tapper Calls Out the Left Cozying Up to Hasan Piker: Has a History of Outrageous, if Not Bigoted' Comments

Jake Tapper questions the Democratic establishment's embrace of controversial socialist Hasan Piker, highlighting his history of shocking statements.

14 hours ago

Shilling For the Illiberal Left': Tim Miller Gets Eviscerated After Defending Hasan Piker

Tim Miller defended Hasan Piker's acceptance in the Democratic Party, sparking controversy and debate about bigotry and tribalization in politics.

Jake Tapper Calls Out the Left Cozying Up to Hasan Piker: Has a History of Outrageous, if Not Bigoted' Comments

Jake Tapper questions the Democratic establishment's embrace of controversial socialist Hasan Piker, highlighting his history of shocking statements.

Can You Name That Political Memoir? A Slate Quiz.

Political memoirs from current and former officials reflect personal experiences and ambitions, often blending blandness with moments of controversy and career revival.

UK politics

17 hours ago

Relationship with Trump may be beyond repair, Keir Starmer told

Keir Starmer's relationship with Donald Trump is severely damaged after Trump's mocking remarks about military decisions.

Podcast

Former Trump White House Lawyer: He's 'Insane.' Current Cabinet: [Crickets] - Above the Law

Ty Cobb publicly criticizes Donald Trump, calling him insane and highlighting his erratic behavior on social media.

World politics

fromThe New Yorker

Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth's Warped Vision of the Iran War

Trump's address on the Iran war emphasized military success while hinting at a potential withdrawal, despite ongoing challenges in the region.

Media industry

22 hours ago

The Great Cable News Ratings Surge That Wasn't

Cable news ratings surge is misleading due to changes in Nielsen's measurement system, not actual audience growth.

Abby Phillip Cuts Down Scott Jennings's Trump-Inspired War Claim With Simple Question

Abby Phillip challenged Scott Jennings' claim about Iran's military capabilities during a CNN discussion on U.S.-Iran conflict.

Law

Lawyers Warned Top Democratic PAC They May Have Misled Congress' on Illegal Foreign Donations Explosive NYT Report Reveals

ActBlue may have misled Congress about its foreign donation screening, raising legal risks and potential criminal liability.

#bill-maher

Humor

I'm Very Proud!' Bill Maher Boasts About Trump's Latest Attack on Him

Sen. Elissa Slotkin Hits Back at Bill Maher Over Snarky Crack About Pro-Trump Rioters

Bill Maher questioned Sen. Elissa Slotkin's reasons for rejecting AIPAC funding related to the January 6 riot.

Humor

I'm Very Proud!' Bill Maher Boasts About Trump's Latest Attack on Him

Sen. Elissa Slotkin Hits Back at Bill Maher Over Snarky Crack About Pro-Trump Rioters

Bill Maher questioned Sen. Elissa Slotkin's reasons for rejecting AIPAC funding related to the January 6 riot.

New Poll Spells Doom for the GOP With Key 'Double Hater' Voters

Joe Rogan and Theo Von express confusion over U.S. military actions, highlighting a disconnect in political understanding among the public.

World politics

fromemptywheel

Trump's Cliff Notes - emptywheel

Trump's speech indicated a significant shift in military strategy towards Iran, emphasizing a potential escalation in conflict and its implications for global markets.

Media industry

Fox News Has a Growing Trump Iran War Problem: How to Cover an Unpopular Populist

Fox News faces challenges as Trump's approval ratings drop amid the Iran war, complicating its historically successful business model.

#donald-trump

fromenglish.elpais.com

Trump asks weary public for patience over a war that will end shortly'

Donald Trump assured that the conflict with Iran is nearing its end and emphasized the achievement of military objectives.

Former Trump Aide Scoffs at Karoline Leavitt's Claim Trump Is Most Well-Read Person in the Room'

Miles Taylor criticized claims about Donald Trump's reading habits, asserting he was advised to keep briefings simple and visual.

Karoline Leavitt Claims Trump Is Always' the Most Well-Read Person in the Room'

Donald Trump is always the most informed person in any room, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.

Analyst astounded by how far Trump's approval rating has dropped: "There is no bottom" - LGBTQ Nation

Donald Trump's approval ratings have plummeted to historically low levels, with no signs of recovery.

fromenglish.elpais.com

Trump asks weary public for patience over a war that will end shortly'

Donald Trump assured that the conflict with Iran is nearing its end and emphasized the achievement of military objectives.

Former Trump Aide Scoffs at Karoline Leavitt's Claim Trump Is Most Well-Read Person in the Room'

Miles Taylor criticized claims about Donald Trump's reading habits, asserting he was advised to keep briefings simple and visual.

Karoline Leavitt Claims Trump Is Always' the Most Well-Read Person in the Room'

Donald Trump is always the most informed person in any room, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.

Analyst astounded by how far Trump's approval rating has dropped: "There is no bottom" - LGBTQ Nation

Donald Trump's approval ratings have plummeted to historically low levels, with no signs of recovery.

more#donald-trump

#trump-administration

Washington DC

Trump Gets Brutal News Flash: The White House Ain't Mar-A-Lago - Above the Law

fromSlate Magazine

19 hours ago

US politics

There's a Clear Pattern to Who Trump Throws Under the Bus

23 hours ago

US politics

Joe Scarborough Says Bondi Ended Up Like Every Other' Trump Sycophant' Thrown Under the Bus'

US politics

Who Would Want It?' CNN Anchor Asks Why Anyone Would Want to Be Attorney General After Trump Sacks Another One

Serving as Trump's Attorney General is increasingly unattractive due to high expectations and political risks.

US politics

Trump news at a glance: president gives his loyal enforcer the boot

Donald Trump fired Pam Bondi as US attorney general, frustrated with her performance despite her loyalty and reshaping of the justice department.

Washington DC

Trump Gets Brutal News Flash: The White House Ain't Mar-A-Lago - Above the Law

Judge Richard Leon granted a preliminary injunction halting the Trump administration's East Wing demolition for a ballroom, emphasizing presidential limitations on national landmarks.

fromSlate Magazine

19 hours ago

There's a Clear Pattern to Who Trump Throws Under the Bus

Pam Bondi's dismissal highlights a pattern of Trump administration women being ousted amid a backdrop of male Cabinet members remaining largely unscathed.

23 hours ago

Joe Scarborough Says Bondi Ended Up Like Every Other' Trump Sycophant' Thrown Under the Bus'

Pam Bondi's tenure ended in humiliation, reflecting the fate of sycophants in Trump's administration.

Who Would Want It?' CNN Anchor Asks Why Anyone Would Want to Be Attorney General After Trump Sacks Another One

Serving as Trump's Attorney General is increasingly unattractive due to high expectations and political risks.

more#trump-administration

Trump news at a glance: president gives his loyal enforcer the boot

Donald Trump fired Pam Bondi as US attorney general, frustrated with her performance despite her loyalty and reshaping of the justice department.

Bill Hemmer Cuts Off Trump's Econ Chief as He Tries to Shift Blame to Biden: That Was Then, This Is Now'

Gas prices have surged past $4 a gallon, with discussions on economic strategies and temporary price phenomena.

CNN Twists the Knife on Trump Using His Own Rants on Gas Prices

Average gas prices in the U.S. surpassed $4.00 per gallon, raising concerns within the White House ahead of the midterm elections.

Bill Hemmer Cuts Off Trump's Econ Chief as He Tries to Shift Blame to Biden: That Was Then, This Is Now'

Gas prices have surged past $4 a gallon, with discussions on economic strategies and temporary price phenomena.

CNN Twists the Knife on Trump Using His Own Rants on Gas Prices

Average gas prices in the U.S. surpassed $4.00 per gallon, raising concerns within the White House ahead of the midterm elections.

more#gas-prices

Rachel Maddow Reveals What She Would Ask Trump if She Ever Got to Interview Him

Maddow stated, 'I am very disinterested in him as a person.' She emphasized that she does not have an interest in his opinions or in putting him on camera.

US Elections

Fox's Bill Hemmer Presses Dem Candidate Over Hasan Piker Association: Why Saddle Up With That Individual?'

Campaigning with controversial figures does not imply agreement with their views, according to Abdul El-Sayed's defense of his partnership with Hasan Piker.

Mika Brzezinski Plays Decade-Old Clip of Her Father to Rebut Key Trump Claim on Iran War

Mika Brzezinski used a clip of her father to counter Trump's claims about Iran's actions and the implications of military conflict.

Senator Torpedoes Key Trump Talking Point With Simple Question

Sen. Chris Van Hollen challenges President Trump's claims about negotiations with Iran, asserting they are misleading and not indicative of real progress.

Mika Brzezinski Plays Decade-Old Clip of Her Father to Rebut Key Trump Claim on Iran War

Mika Brzezinski used a clip of her father to counter Trump's claims about Iran's actions and the implications of military conflict.

Senator Torpedoes Key Trump Talking Point With Simple Question

Sen. Chris Van Hollen challenges President Trump's claims about negotiations with Iran, asserting they are misleading and not indicative of real progress.

Politico Names New Editor in Chief Amid Industry Buzz

Jonathan Greenberger has been appointed as the new editor in chief of Politico, replacing co-founder John Harris.

fromThe Atlantic

The Intellectual Right Is Mad at the Mess It's Made

William F. Buckley Jr. confronted the John Birch Society to maintain conservatism's mainstream appeal, a challenge echoed by conservatives in subsequent decades.

Thank God Pam Bondi Is Gone!' CNN Data Guru Reveals Why Trump Said Bye, Bye'

Pam Bondi's popularity plummeted from positive to negative, leading to her dismissal from the Trump administration.

CNN Anchor Flat-Out Asks Nancy Mace Are You Glad' Trump AG Bondi Got Fired

Rep. Nancy Mace intends to enforce a subpoena against former Trump Attorney General Pam Bondi following her ouster.

Abject Failure': CNN's Elie Honig Pours Salt on Pam Bondi's Wounds in Post-Ouster Tirade

Elie Honig criticized Pam Bondi's tenure as attorney general, labeling her an abject failure and highlighting her mishandling of the Epstein files.

12 hours ago

MS NOW Defends Bondi Portrait Report Amid Onslaught of Criticism From Trump DOJ

MS NOW stands by its report showing Pam Bondi's portrait discarded after her firing, despite DOJ's claims of fake news.

Pam Bondi's firing won't have the effect Trump desires | Moira Donegan

Pam Bondi was fired as Trump's attorney general due to dissatisfaction with her performance and ongoing issues related to the Epstein scandal.

Laura Ingraham Says Trump Fired Pam Bondi Because She Had Become a Political Liability'

Pam Bondi was fired due to becoming a political liability and failing to meet President Trump's expectations.

Thank God Pam Bondi Is Gone!' CNN Data Guru Reveals Why Trump Said Bye, Bye'

Pam Bondi's popularity plummeted from positive to negative, leading to her dismissal from the Trump administration.

CNN Anchor Flat-Out Asks Nancy Mace Are You Glad' Trump AG Bondi Got Fired

Rep. Nancy Mace intends to enforce a subpoena against former Trump Attorney General Pam Bondi following her ouster.

Abject Failure': CNN's Elie Honig Pours Salt on Pam Bondi's Wounds in Post-Ouster Tirade

Elie Honig criticized Pam Bondi's tenure as attorney general, labeling her an abject failure and highlighting her mishandling of the Epstein files.

12 hours ago

MS NOW Defends Bondi Portrait Report Amid Onslaught of Criticism From Trump DOJ

MS NOW stands by its report showing Pam Bondi's portrait discarded after her firing, despite DOJ's claims of fake news.

Pam Bondi's firing won't have the effect Trump desires | Moira Donegan

Pam Bondi was fired as Trump's attorney general due to dissatisfaction with her performance and ongoing issues related to the Epstein scandal.

Laura Ingraham Says Trump Fired Pam Bondi Because She Had Become a Political Liability'

Pam Bondi was fired due to becoming a political liability and failing to meet President Trump's expectations.

more#pam-bondi

#democratic-party

Left-wing politics

For Democrats, fighting Trump isn't enough anymore

US politics

Atrociously Awful!' Harry Enten Marvels at Democrats' Dismal Feelings About Their Own Party

For Democrats, fighting Trump isn't enough anymore

The Democratic Party's unity against Trump masks underlying ideological divisions that are resurfacing in primary challenges.

Atrociously Awful!' Harry Enten Marvels at Democrats' Dismal Feelings About Their Own Party

Approval for Democratic leadership has significantly declined among voters, indicating dissatisfaction with priorities and potential challenges ahead.

more#democratic-party

Jon Stewart Shames MAGA Voters Suddenly Breaking With Trump

The thing that I get most frustrated with is I think that what is happening with Trump right now is we're all point to, well, he got convinced or his mental acuity, this is who he's been from the f**king get-go.

Right-wing politics

fromJezebel

Splinter: Rahm Emanuel's Run for President Is Proof that Centrist Dems Are Beyond Cooked

Third Way centrism is failing, with Rahm Emanuel as a poor choice for 2028, alienating younger voters and misrepresenting Democratic values.

Glenn Greenwald Predicts an Anti-Israel GOP Presidential Candidate in 2028: I Hope It's Tucker'

A Tucker Carlson-like figure may gain support in the 2028 GOP primary by opposing Israel.

Fox's Jessica Tarlov Rattles off Trump's Brutal New Poll Numbers: That Is Unsustainable'

Donald Trump's approval rating has dropped to 31%, his lowest ever, amid rising disapproval and economic concerns related to the Iran war.

Trump Goes Off on Key Constitutional Tenet: One of the Many Great Scams of Our Time!'

Trump claims birthright citizenship is exploited by wealthy foreigners and contradicts the 14th Amendment's original intent.

Democrats accuse Dem Senate candidate of being a GOP plant over his past support for the president - LGBTQ Nation

William Forbes is accused of being a Republican plant in Nebraska's Democratic Senate primary to divide the liberal vote.

#trump-presidency

fromThe Nation

US politics

The All Too Predictable Reason Trump Fired Pam Bondi

Who's Worse Than Trump? - Above the Law

Trump's presidency has caused long-term damage to America's global standing and institutional integrity, with consequences that may be irreparable.

US politics

Political expert declares "the Trump presidency is over" - LGBTQ Nation

fromThe Nation

The All Too Predictable Reason Trump Fired Pam Bondi

Trump's presidency exemplifies a decline in executive accountability, highlighted by the ousting of Attorney General Pam Bondi for insufficient loyalty.

Who's Worse Than Trump? - Above the Law

Trump's presidency has caused long-term damage to America's global standing and institutional integrity, with consequences that may be irreparable.

Political expert declares "the Trump presidency is over" - LGBTQ Nation

The Trump presidency is perceived as over due to rising dissatisfaction with his economic handling and reality distortion.

more#trump-presidency

MS NOW Host Torpedoes Blizzard of Trump Lies' Seconds After Speech

Chris Hayes stated, 'It was a litany of lies that he's told before about facts of the matter, that Barack Obama gave the Iranians billions of dollars. He didn't. It was repatriated assets that had been seized by the United States pursuant to that negotiated deal.'

US Elections

fromwww.businessinsider.com

17 hours ago

Inside the rise of Trump's favorite online brawler

Alex Bruesewitz connects celebrities like Nicki Minaj and Donald Trump to enhance Trump's appeal to younger audiences through digital strategies.

Oh It Was Bad!' CNN Legal Expert Twists Knife on Trump After SCOTUS Blowout'

The Supreme Court's questioning indicated strong skepticism towards Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship.

Amazing Moment!' Joe Scarborough Beams Over Justice Roberts's New World, Same Constitution' Quip to Trump's Caveman' Lawyer

Chief Justice John Roberts challenged the Trump administration's interpretation of birthright citizenship during Supreme Court hearings.

Oh It Was Bad!' CNN Legal Expert Twists Knife on Trump After SCOTUS Blowout'

The Supreme Court's questioning indicated strong skepticism towards Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship.

Amazing Moment!' Joe Scarborough Beams Over Justice Roberts's New World, Same Constitution' Quip to Trump's Caveman' Lawyer

Chief Justice John Roberts challenged the Trump administration's interpretation of birthright citizenship during Supreme Court hearings.

more#supreme-court

fromWIRED

Right-wing politics

Chris Hayes Has Some Advice for Keeping Up With the News

Attention has become the defining commodity of modern life, influencing everything from entertainment to global conflicts.

Eric Swalwell Addresses Claim That Pam Bondi Was Fired for Leaking Info to Him

Rep. Eric Swalwell denied claims that Attorney General Pam Bondi leaked information to him regarding an investigation into his past.

He'll Gut You Like a Trout': Fox Analyst Offers Jaw-Dropping Endorsement of Pam Bondi's Replacement

Pam Bondi's replacement at the DOJ could influence future political dynamics and personnel changes are being considered.

Trump Explains, I Always Like To Hang Around With Losers'

Trump stated, 'Well, it's winning.' He emphasized that leadership is about winning and mentioned that sports provide a clear way to determine winners and losers in a short time frame.

US Elections

#government-shutdown

US politics

MAGA Firebrands Come to House Democrat's Defense After TMZ Jab

US politics

ABC's Jon Karl Battles Sen. Chris Van Hollen on DHS Shutdown

MAGA Firebrands Come to House Democrat's Defense After TMZ Jab

MAGA figures defended Rep. Jared Moskowitz for working his son's basketball game amid government shutdown criticism from TMZ.

ABC's Jon Karl Battles Sen. Chris Van Hollen on DHS Shutdown

Democrats are demanding reforms in ICE operations while negotiating funding for the Department of Homeland Security during the ongoing government shutdown.

more#government-shutdown

Jen Psaki Savors 'Delicious Rebuke' of Trump After Dem Win

Democrat Emily Gregory's victory in Florida's 87th District is a significant rebuke to Donald Trump, especially given the district's history of Republican support.

You're a Grifter and a Fraud': Trump Alum Dan Bongino BRAWLS With Thomas Massie

Dan Bongino criticized Rep. Thomas Massie for his political actions and lack of communication during investigations.

Running to the Exits!' CNN Data Guru Accuses Republicans of Retiring to Avoid Midterm Bloodbath

House Republicans are retiring in large numbers, indicating they anticipate significant electoral challenges this fall.

fromIndependent

2 weeks ago

Analysis: Why 'embarrassing Hegseth' could be first political casualty of Trump's war

Trump communicated his Iran war rationale through informal phone conversations with journalists, leaving a communication vacuum that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth filled as the primary war spokesperson.

Dems Scold Trump For Not Stealing Money Sooner - Above the Law

American airports face severe staffing shortages due to unpaid TSA agents, leading to long security lines and flight delays.

Scott Jennings and Val Demings Throw Down On CNN Panel

Scott Jennings and Val Demings engaged in a heated debate on CNN regarding President Trump's objectives in Iran, requiring intervention from the host.