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Trump heckled at his speech in Mississippi

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Sludge reports that a group supporting Cornel West’s 2024 ballot access got $7.7M through a Musk-linked funding network. That doesn't prove Musk directly funded it. https://readsludge.com/2026/10/26/musk-linked-dark-money-network-funded-the-group-behind-cornel-wests-ballot-push/

The Trump administration is reportedly preparing tougher collection efforts against defaulted federal student loan borrowers, including possible use of private debt collectors as early as November. #StudentLoans #StudentDebt #Politics

Trump is going after LeBron James again, accusing him of disrespecting the country during the National Anthem, calling him a “TOTAL DISGRACE,” and demanding an apology. The Trump-LeBron feud is back. #DonaldTrump #LeBronJames #NBA

A new poll shows Democrats holding the advantage on 5 of 6 major issues tested.

Nancy Mace rips Vivek Ramaswamy’s campaign ad

Trump targeted CNN Chief White House Correspondent Kaitlan Collins, calling her a low-IQ person when she asked about his decision to waive sanctions on Russia.

A Florida woman was arrested after allegedly writing violent threats in chats with Claude, which she reportedly treated like a personal diary. Investigators say the messages were reviewed by Anthropic and reported to police. How private should AI conversations be? #AI #Privacy #Claude

75% of Americans want President Donald Trump impeached, prosecuted and imprisoned,

The Trump administration is investigating Wells Fargo over programs aimed at expanding Black and minority homeownership. https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/wells-fargo-faces-regulator-probe-over-efforts-boost-black-homeownership-wsj-2026-10-07/

Kamala Harris Warns of Trump “Abuse of Power” Ahead of Midterms

MAGA Cheers as Trump Suggests Terrorists Take Out Los Angeles and San Diego 🤨

https://nypost.com/2026/10/02/us-news/texas-mom-shoots-daughter-4-in-murder-suicide-hours-after-losing-custody-battle/

McDonald’s is investing $8.5 billion in restaurant upgrades and AI as it tries to fuel a comeback. Big investment, but will better tech and updated stores actually bring customers back? #McDonalds #BusinessNews #AI #SteadyScopeMedia

steadyscopemedia.comA Month After Nepal-China Floods, Families Still Wait for Answers About Missing UkrainiansA month after catastrophic flooding along the Nepal-China border, families of more than 50 missing Ukrainians are still waiting for answers as identification efforts continue.

A month after Nepal floods, thousands are still missing and families face a long recovery

steadyscopemedia.comSteve Sarkisian Says President Trump’s Departure Briefly Disrupted Headsets During CFP Title GameTexas coach Steve Sarkisian says President Donald Trump’s movement briefly disrupted headset communication during Miami’s CFP title game loss to Indiana.

Steve Sarkisian says Trump's departure disrupted Miami's headsets in CFP title game; sources differ on timing

Burger King is testing a grilled chicken sandwich in select Southern California markets. President Tom Curtis says, “It’s hard to find a really good one right now.” Would you want grilled chicken back on the Burger King menu?

22 Sept

A grand jury has declined to bring criminal charges in the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, unanimously finding no evidence supporting charges.

22 Sept

Wells was found dead after a Fourth of July trip with friends to Horn Island, Mississippi. According to People, both autopsies listed his cause of death as undetermined, with findings consistent with drowning.

people.comGrand Jury Declines to Charge Anyone in Nolan Wells’ Death After July 4 Party, and Authorities Suspect Drowning Is to BlameNo one will be charged in the unusual death of Mississippi teen Nolan Wells, who vanished during a large Fourth of July party, authorities said.

22 Sept

War abroad. Costs at home.

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Are lawmakers doing enough to address the cost to Americans?

shopassociation.orgThe Price to U.S. Households for Iran WarHigher fuel prices, interest rates from conflict have cost each $1760 thus far: report.

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War abroad. Costs at home.

Moody’s Analytics estimates the Iran war’s economic impact at $1,760 per U.S. household as of September 11, including higher energy costs, higher interest rates, and military spending.

That’s an estimated household share of the economic burden, not a direct bill.

The White House has withdrawn Lance Schroyer’s nomination to lead Immigration and Customs Enforcement less than three months after announcing him for the position.

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ICE has operated without a Senate-confirmed director since 2017.

theguardian.comWhite House withdraws nomination of ex-state trooper Lance Schroyer to head ICECritics had criticized administration for nominating Schroyer, who has no formal experience working in ICE

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The White House has withdrawn Lance Schroyer’s nomination to lead Immigration and Customs Enforcement less than three months after announcing him for the position.

Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, faced questions about his limited immigration experience as his nomination stalled. The White House did not provide an official reason for withdrawing his name.

Former ICE deputy Madison Sheahan is accused of starting a secret relationship with a 19-year-old Trump campaign staffer. Her campaign denied that it occurred. https://www.thedailybeast.com/ice-barbie-kristi-noems-enforcer-madison-sheahan-seduced-teen-girl-who-worked-for-her/

13 Sept

Angel Reese keeps collecting championships. National champion. Unrivaled champion. Now a FIBA World Cup gold medalist in her first appearance. Reese averaged 7.2 points and 5.0 rebounds in just 14.7 minutes per game while shooting 59.1% from the field. What championship will she add next?

12 Sept

Lil Durk has been found not guilty on all counts in his federal murder-for-hire trial. The verdict followed two weeks of testimony and three days of jury deliberations. The rapper remains in custody while awaiting a separate racketeering trial.

12 Sept

Jackson police arrested a man in connection with Tasia Fortune’s death after the medical examiner ruled it a homicide. Police say the investigation remains active and additional arrests may follow.

10 Sept

Tasia Fortune, 29, was found dead behind a vacant home in Jackson, Mississippi. Her family and community continue to demand answers. https://people.com/death-of-black-woman-found-hanging-from-tree-being-investigated-as-homicide-12114362

10 Sept

Gov. Gavin Newsom called Trump’s conditional $5,000 payment pledge “pathetic and sad,” accusing the president of trying to buy votes before the midterms. The proposal would require congressional approval and could cost more than $1 trillion. #Newsom #Trump #Midterms

10 Sept

Hillary Clinton says Democrats will retake the House and believes the Senate is now within reach. She argues voters are preparing to deliver a verdict on Trump amid war, economic turmoil and allegations of corruption and abuse of power. Do you agree? #Midterms #Politics

9 Sept

The IAEA Board of Governors voted 23–3 to report Iran to the U.N. Security Council over its failure to meet nuclear nonproliferation obligations. Read more: https://apnews.com/article/607ecdffcd8ef88ddf8f33041e86b720

8 Sept

Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch will retire at the end of 2026 following months of pressure from the Trump administration over how the institution presents American history. Read more: https://www.reuters.com/world/us/smithsonian-chief-lonnie-bunch-announces-departure-2026-09-08/

8 Sept

Faizon Love weighed in on the Fat Joe debate, arguing that Black and Puerto Rican communities have shared culture, history and experiences for generations. What do you think about his definition of Black culture?

8 Sept

t’s a question that sparks a much larger debate: Why is consensual sex between adults legal, but exchanging money for it can lead to arrest? Should sex work be legalized and regulated, or remain illegal?

7 Sept

Mike Davis is a prominent Trump ally and former Senate Judiciary staffer. Telling minorities to surrender their citizenship, leave the country and “never come back,” then insulting Black hair, is naked racism. This is MAGA in 2026.

7 Sept

U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner left Kyiv without a major breakthrough after meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Read more: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/sep/07/ukraine-war-briefing-us-envoys-leave-kyiv-no-breakthrough

6 Sept

Missouri assistant principal Daniel Ott has been charged with felony possession of child sexual abuse material. Investigators allege they found multiple illegal images and disturbing online messages on his phone.

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Netflix and The Pivot just made a major move. Starting Sept. 8, new video episodes will stream on Netflix every Tuesday and Friday, while library episodes will still be available on YouTube. Big win for athlete-led media and independent sports podcasting.

30 Aug

Trump is calling for FCC “rebuke or punishment” against NBC’s Kristen Welker after she described his endorsement record as having “mixed results.” Whatever you think of Welker’s comment, should a president be calling for government punishment of a journalist over political coverage?

28 Aug

Make America Healthy Again? At this rate, just make dinner safe again.