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RFK Jr. Denies Making Comment, Then Apologizes Over Remark Suggesting Black Children Be Sent to Farms and “Reparented”

https://twitter.com/Acyn/status/2047044963003937074?s=20 Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced sharp questioning during a tense congressional hearing Wednesday, where lawmakers challenged him on several past statements and current policies. One of the most contentious exchanges centered on previous remarks in which Kennedy suggested Black children prescribed certain medications should be sent to “wellness farms” to be “reparented.” Kennedy apologized for the comment while also denying he remembered making […]

todayApril 25, 2026 1

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Trump Revives Controversial Crowd Size Claim, Compares Rally Attendance to MLK’s Historic March

President Donald Trump is drawing renewed criticism after once again claiming that one of his Washington crowds matched — and possibly exceeded — the audience that gathered for Martin Luther King Jr. during the 1963 “I Have a Dream” speech. Speaking publicly, Trump said: “That’s where Martin Luther King gave his great speech. He had a million people. And I had the same exact crowd, maybe a little bit more. […]

todayApril 23, 2026 6

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President Trump Sparks Controversy With Lengthy Post Targeting Birthright Citizenship, ACLU

President Donald Trump is drawing national attention after publishing a lengthy online statement criticizing birthright citizenship, immigration policy, and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). In the message, Trump questioned the current interpretation of citizenship laws and argued that birthright citizenship should be reconsidered through a national referendum rather than decided solely through the courts. He also sharply criticized immigration policies and accused legal advocacy organizations of contributing to what […]

todayApril 23, 2026 8

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Trump Warns Virginia Vote Could Shift Power in Washington

President Donald Trump is warning Virginia voters that approving the state’s controversial redistricting amendment could have major national consequences, arguing it may help Democrats gain control of the U.S. House of Representatives. The referendum, set for Tuesday, asks Virginians whether lawmakers should be temporarily allowed to redraw congressional districts before the 2030 census in response to similar mid-decade redistricting moves made in other states. Supporters say the measure is meant […]

todayApril 20, 2026 1

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Rep. Dan Goldman Calls for 25th Amendment Review, Says Trump “Not Well”

Rep. Dan Goldman (D-N.Y.) is calling for members of President Donald Trump’s administration to consider invoking the 25th Amendment, arguing the president is unfit to serve following reports about his conduct during a recent military operation. Goldman’s comments came after a report summarizing claims that Trump was kept out of a command room while the U.S. military attempted to rescue two airmen downed in Iran. According to the report, aides […]

todayApril 20, 2026 3

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Florida Mother Says New Job Cost Her Housing Assistance, Sparks Debate Over ‘Benefits Cliff’

A Florida mother says accepting a new job may have cost her critical housing support, raising renewed concerns over how public assistance programs handle income changes for working families. Jaela Jackson of Jacksonville said she was approved for emergency rental assistance after falling behind on rent, but that decision was later reversed after she began working as an electrician’s assistant. Jackson says the sudden change left her feeling punished for […]

todayApril 20, 2026 10

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Illinois State Rep. Rita Mayfield Advances Multiple Bills Through House

Illinois State Representative Rita Mayfield (60th District) announced that several pieces of legislation she sponsored have successfully passed out of the Illinois House, addressing issues ranging from consumer transparency to public safety and healthcare access. Among the measures advancing is HB 4235, which ensures committed persons and their correspondents are not charged additional fees for mail services. HB 4247 would expand access to asthma medication for students participating in athletic […]

todayApril 18, 2026 2

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Chicago Man Charged After Allegedly Sending Detailed Assassination Threats Against President Trump

By Aidan Christion CHICAGO — A Chicago man has been charged in a federal case after allegedly sending a series of detailed threats to assassinate President Donald Trump, including claims he would carry out a sniper attack on the White House lawn using a high-powered rifle, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Michael Kovco, 29, of Chicago, is accused of transmitting multiple messages to official CIA and White House […]

todayApril 15, 2026 2