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Michael Roth, Wesleyan University's first Jewish president, says the Trump administration is using antisemitism as a "cloak" to get universities to be loyal to the president.
Wesleyan University president says Trump's antisemitism fight doesn't protect Jews
Michael Roth, Wesleyan University's first Jewish president, says the Trump administration is using antisemitism as a "cloak" to get universities to be loyal to the president.
www.npr.org
April 17, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Michael Roth, Wesleyan University's first Jewish president, says the Trump administration is using antisemitism as a "cloak" to get universities to be loyal to the president.
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A federal cybersecurity specialist alleges in a whistleblower statement that Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency caused a security breach at the National Labor Relations Board and may have illegally removed sensitive data.
Federal employee alleges DOGE activity resulted in data breach at labor board
In a sworn declaration sent to Congress, the employee said he witnessed several anomalies in DOGE’s handling of security.
nbcnews.to
April 15, 2025 at 8:45 PM
A federal cybersecurity specialist alleges in a whistleblower statement that Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency caused a security breach at the National Labor Relations Board and may have illegally removed sensitive data.
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Some 370 autoworkers in Kokomo, Indiana, were among the first laid off because of President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
But many in this formerly booming manufacturing town are optimistic about a rebound.
But many in this formerly booming manufacturing town are optimistic about a rebound.
The laid-off autoworkers who hope Trump’s tariffs bring back jobs
Some 370 autoworkers in Kokomo, Indiana, were among the first laid off because of Trump’s tariffs. But many in this formerly booming manufacturing town are optimistic about a rebound.
www.washingtonpost.com
April 15, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Some 370 autoworkers in Kokomo, Indiana, were among the first laid off because of President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
But many in this formerly booming manufacturing town are optimistic about a rebound.
But many in this formerly booming manufacturing town are optimistic about a rebound.
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Trump isshattering the status of U.S. as a global superpower youtu.be/ChF9VxpMMzo
Velshi: Trump ‘shattering’ status of U.S. as a global superpower
YouTube video by MSNBC
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April 14, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Trump isshattering the status of U.S. as a global superpower youtu.be/ChF9VxpMMzo
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The Trump administration announced Friday it would delay the implementation of a Biden-era rule meant to restrict coverage of unproven and costly bandages known as skin substitutes. The policy will be delayed until 2026, allowing companies to continue setting high prices for new products.
Trump Administration Delays Plan to Limit Pricey Bandages
Medicare spending on “skin substitutes” reached $10 billion last year. A leading seller made a large donation to President Trump’s election campaign.
www.nytimes.com
April 12, 2025 at 12:32 AM
The Trump administration announced Friday it would delay the implementation of a Biden-era rule meant to restrict coverage of unproven and costly bandages known as skin substitutes. The policy will be delayed until 2026, allowing companies to continue setting high prices for new products.
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Trump HHS eliminates office that sets poverty levels tied to benefits for 80 million people
www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-h...
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Trump HHS eliminates office that sets poverty levels tied to benefits for 80 million people
Recent cuts eliminated a small, specialized workforce that sets the poverty standards determining who is eligible for Medicaid as well as assistance with food, home heating, child care, and more.
www.cbsnews.com
April 11, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Trump HHS eliminates office that sets poverty levels tied to benefits for 80 million people
www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-h...
www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-h...
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FBI Director Kash Patel has reportedly been quietly removed as the acting ATF director after he stopped showing up to work.
Kash Patel Removed as Acting ATF Director After Ghosting Gig
He has been replaced by Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll after he reportedly did not show face in an ATF facility for weeks.
www.thedailybeast.com
April 9, 2025 at 5:36 PM
FBI Director Kash Patel has reportedly been quietly removed as the acting ATF director after he stopped showing up to work.
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A National Park Service web page about the Underground Railroad appeared to have been restored on Monday to prominently show the abolitionist leader Harriet Tubman, after it had been changed in recent months to remove a large photo and quotes from her.
National Park Service Restores Harriet Tubman Material to Underground Railroad Web Page
The page had been edited to remove material about the antislavery leader. Other government pages have been changed or deleted amid efforts to scrub references to diversity and inclusion.
www.nytimes.com
April 8, 2025 at 12:07 PM
A National Park Service web page about the Underground Railroad appeared to have been restored on Monday to prominently show the abolitionist leader Harriet Tubman, after it had been changed in recent months to remove a large photo and quotes from her.
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THIS STUPID NITWIT DOESN’T UNDERSTAND AMERICANS AT ALL! He actually believes Democratic “Billionaires” are funding these protests. He doesn’t get that everyday Americans HATE what he and his horrible friends are doing to us. Fuck you, Elon. Go back to where you came from, you fucking con-man!
April 6, 2025 at 1:21 PM
THIS STUPID NITWIT DOESN’T UNDERSTAND AMERICANS AT ALL! He actually believes Democratic “Billionaires” are funding these protests. He doesn’t get that everyday Americans HATE what he and his horrible friends are doing to us. Fuck you, Elon. Go back to where you came from, you fucking con-man!
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“Trust no man. Above all, trust no man of wealth who speaks of his concern for the welfare of the people or the common good. The nature of man’s treachery, greed and bestial hunger for power is eternal, which, well groomed, is the essence and sum of politics.”
April 1, 2025 at 2:48 PM
“Trust no man. Above all, trust no man of wealth who speaks of his concern for the welfare of the people or the common good. The nature of man’s treachery, greed and bestial hunger for power is eternal, which, well groomed, is the essence and sum of politics.”
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Fuck you, Musk!
April 2, 2025 at 4:03 AM
Fuck you, Musk!
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What a joyful day! I sold my (gulp) Tesla! No longer do I have to drive a symbol of racism, greed and ignorance! Life is suddenly so much better!!
April 3, 2025 at 12:35 AM
What a joyful day! I sold my (gulp) Tesla! No longer do I have to drive a symbol of racism, greed and ignorance! Life is suddenly so much better!!
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Huh. Russia is not on Trump’s tariff list. Wonder why?
April 4, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Huh. Russia is not on Trump’s tariff list. Wonder why?
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Stock market’s crashing, retirement savings are disappearing… and he’s out golfing.
April 4, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Stock market’s crashing, retirement savings are disappearing… and he’s out golfing.
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NSA is arguably the most powerful intelligence agency we have. Trump just fired its top two leaders. What’s next should worry everyone. www.cnn.com/2025/04/03/p...
Trump administration fires director of National Security Agency | CNN Politics
The Trump administration has fired the director and deputy director of the National Security Agency, the United States’ powerful cyber intelligence bureau, according to two sources with direct knowled...
www.cnn.com
April 4, 2025 at 2:06 PM
NSA is arguably the most powerful intelligence agency we have. Trump just fired its top two leaders. What’s next should worry everyone. www.cnn.com/2025/04/03/p...
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Why would a leader tank his own country's economy?
It's a key part of the aspiring autocrat's playbook.
Tariffs & chaos mean more power & control for Trump.
But America has no king. The Republican-led Congress can stop this at any time.
Let your reps hear from you.
5calls.org/issue/trump-...
It's a key part of the aspiring autocrat's playbook.
Tariffs & chaos mean more power & control for Trump.
But America has no king. The Republican-led Congress can stop this at any time.
Let your reps hear from you.
5calls.org/issue/trump-...
April 3, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Why would a leader tank his own country's economy?
It's a key part of the aspiring autocrat's playbook.
Tariffs & chaos mean more power & control for Trump.
But America has no king. The Republican-led Congress can stop this at any time.
Let your reps hear from you.
5calls.org/issue/trump-...
It's a key part of the aspiring autocrat's playbook.
Tariffs & chaos mean more power & control for Trump.
But America has no king. The Republican-led Congress can stop this at any time.
Let your reps hear from you.
5calls.org/issue/trump-...
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JUST IN: Dow drops over 1,200 points at open over global trade war fears following new tariffs
Dow drops over 1,200 points at open on trade war fears over new tariffs
President Trump announced sweeping tariffs on imported goods, which were higher and broader than many expected. The new import taxes are expected to raise prices and slow growth in the U.S., while pus...
www.npr.org
April 3, 2025 at 1:36 PM
JUST IN: Dow drops over 1,200 points at open over global trade war fears following new tariffs
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Breaking News: The S&P 500 plunged more than 3% as global markets reeled from President Trump’s tariffs.
Follow live updates.
Follow live updates.
Trump Tariffs Live Updates: Global Markets Reel From Shock of Tariffs
Stocks tumbled in the U.S., Asia and Europe. Allies and adversaries alike were weighing their responses.
www.nytimes.com
April 3, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Breaking News: The S&P 500 plunged more than 3% as global markets reeled from President Trump’s tariffs.
Follow live updates.
Follow live updates.
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Trump just imposed, by executive order, the single largest tax increase on consumers in American history.
April 2, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Trump just imposed, by executive order, the single largest tax increase on consumers in American history.
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Breaking News: Susan Crawford, a liberal judge, won a pivotal Wisconsin Supreme Court seat despite $25 million in spending by Elon Musk on her opponent. nyti.ms/4jbwPWD
April 2, 2025 at 2:50 AM
Breaking News: Susan Crawford, a liberal judge, won a pivotal Wisconsin Supreme Court seat despite $25 million in spending by Elon Musk on her opponent. nyti.ms/4jbwPWD
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Congratulations to Judge Susan Crawford on her victory, and to the people of Wisconsin for electing a judge who believes in the rule of law and protecting our freedoms.
April 2, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Congratulations to Judge Susan Crawford on her victory, and to the people of Wisconsin for electing a judge who believes in the rule of law and protecting our freedoms.
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NEW: Susan Crawford, a Democratically backed judge, beat back a well-funded GOP candidate to secure a seat on Wisconsin's Supreme Court, according to AP.
Dem-backed candidate wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race in rebuke to Trump, Musk
A record of at least $67 million was spent on the race.
www.axios.com
April 2, 2025 at 2:51 AM
NEW: Susan Crawford, a Democratically backed judge, beat back a well-funded GOP candidate to secure a seat on Wisconsin's Supreme Court, according to AP.
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🎉 Congratulations @crawfordforwi.bsky.social on a hard-won victory!
April 2, 2025 at 2:40 AM
🎉 Congratulations @crawfordforwi.bsky.social on a hard-won victory!
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Wisconsin hates Elon so much it could be one of his kids.
April 2, 2025 at 3:01 AM
Wisconsin hates Elon so much it could be one of his kids.
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Elon Musk's own AI -- Grok, the one he literally created! -- has identified him as a lying, hypocritical shithead.
Grok Is Rebelling Against Elon Musk, Daring Him to Shut It Down
Elon Musk's Grok AI has been trashing the man who made it for hot minute — and now, it's outright challenging its creator.
futurism.com
April 1, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Elon Musk's own AI -- Grok, the one he literally created! -- has identified him as a lying, hypocritical shithead.