Yes, Kevin O’Leary referred to former Vice President Kamala Harris as a “loser” during a CNN panel discussion on *NewsNight* on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. The conversation centered around a book excerpt from *Original Sin: President Biden’s Decline, Its Cover-up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again* by CNN’s Jake Tapper and Axios’s Alex Thompson, which included criticism from Harris’s former advisor David Plouffe regarding her 2024 campaign. During the discussion, Democratic commentator Bakari Sellers defended Harris, stating, “There’s nothing about Kamala Harris that’s a loser.” O’Leary responded, “Oh, I think there is. She lost big time,” and further described…
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New York Attorney General Letitia James has been subpoenaed by a federal grand jury in the Eastern District of Virginia as part of a criminal investigation into alleged mortgage fraud. The inquiry centers on claims that James misrepresented a Norfolk, Virginia property as her primary residence in 2023 to obtain favorable loan terms, despite her legal obligation to reside in New York as the state’s attorney general. The investigation was initiated following a referral from Federal Housing Finance Agency Director William Pulte, a Trump administration appointee. Pulte’s referral alleges that James falsified mortgage documents related to properties in both Virginia…
In June 2021, scuba diver and glass-bottom boat tour operator Jennifer Dowker made an extraordinary discovery beneath the waters of the Cheboygan River in Michigan: a message in a bottle dating back to 1926. The message in the bottle is now 99-years-old. Imagine that! While cleaning the windows of her boat, the Nautical North, Dowker spotted a green bottle resting on the riverbed. Inside was a note penned by a man named George Morrow, which read: “Will the person who finds this bottle return this paper to George Morrow Cheboygan, Michigan and tell where it was found?” Dowker shared her…
In one of the most audacious and bizarre heists in NASA history, a former intern stole a safe filled with Moon rocks from the Johnson Space Center in 2002—and later, in a move that stunned authorities and amused the internet, allegedly had sex atop the samples in a motel room. Thad Roberts, a 25-year-old intern with aspirations of becoming an astronaut, masterminded the theft with help from his girlfriend, Tiffany Fowler, and another accomplice, Shae Saur. The trio managed to bypass security and wheel out a 600-pound safe containing lunar samples collected during the Apollo missions. The stolen rocks were…
In the late 1970s, McDonald’s found itself at the center of an unexpected controversy involving its spoon-shaped coffee stirrers. Designed to stir cream and sugar into hot beverages, these small plastic utensils inadvertently became popular tools for drug users to measure and consume powdered substances like cocaine and PCP. The stirrers, capable of holding approximately 100 milligrams of powder, were even nicknamed “McSpoons” within drug culture. The issue gained national attention in October 1979 when a newspaper article described a New York City party featuring a large bowl of cocaine accompanied by McDonald’s coffee spoons for guests to use .…
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez warned Republicans who were threatening to arrest Democratic lawmakers who broke laws while causing problems at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention center in Newark, New Jersey. AOC said: “They’re using public intimidation because they know that they cannot come for us all,” then claimed Trump officials were in the wrong. However, AOC is incorrect because Trump’s officials were not breaking the law or causing problems. AOC continued: “If anyone is breaking the law in this situation, it’s not members of Congress, it’s the Department of Homeland Security… It’s people like Tom Homan and Secretary Kristi Noem……
Washington, D.C. — Minnesota Governor Tim Walz leveled pointed criticism at former President Donald Trump during an appearance on MSNBC’s The Briefing with Jen Psaki, accusing Trump of championing policies that benefit billionaires at the expense of working Americans. Appearing on the show last week, Walz said, “Billionaires are winning, the rest of us are losing,” in reference to what he described as a growing economic gap worsened by Trump-era tax cuts and deregulatory moves. He dismissed Trump’s self-promotion as a successful businessman, arguing instead that his record is “all about the grift.” “He’s picking the winners and losers,” Walz…
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt staunchly defended President Donald Trump against allegations of personal financial gain during a press briefing on Friday. Responding to questions about the president’s promotion of a meme-based cryptocurrency and planned visits to Trump-branded properties during an upcoming Middle East trip, Leavitt dismissed the concerns as unfounded. “I think it’s frankly ridiculous that anyone in this room would even suggest that President Trump is doing anything for his own benefit,” Leavitt asserted. She emphasized that Trump had left behind a successful business empire to serve the public, stating, “He left a life of luxury and…
Jen Psaki, former White House press secretary under President Joe Biden, has launched a new MSNBC prime-time show titled The Briefing with Jen Psaki. The program airs Tuesday through Friday at 9 p.m. Eastern Time, occupying the slot previously held by Alex Wagner Tonight. This transition follows Rachel Maddow’s return to a once-a-week schedule on Mondays . The Briefing evolved from Psaki’s earlier program, Inside with Jen Psaki, which debuted in March 2023 as a Sunday show. Due to its success, it expanded to Mondays and eventually transitioned into the current prime-time format in May 2025 . The show focuses…
In a significant development within the Trump administration, Russ Vought, a key architect of the conservative “Project 2025” agenda, has been appointed to lead the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This department aims to streamline federal operations and reduce expenditures, aligning with President Trump’s broader goals of minimizing government bureaucracy. Vought’s appointment has been met with both support and criticism. Proponents argue that his experience as the former Director of the Office of Management and Budget equips him to identify and eliminate inefficiencies within federal agencies. However, critics express concern over potential overreach and the rapid implementation of…
Washington, D.C. — In a surprising move that has sparked both celebration and controversy, President Donald Trump has appointed former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as the interim U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia. Pirro, a former Westchester County district attorney and New York judge, is best known for her fiery commentaries as host of *Justice with Judge Jeanine*. Her appointment, announced earlier this month, follows the withdrawal of Ed Martin’s nomination after facing bipartisan resistance in the Senate. This high-profile return to public office places Pirro in one of the most powerful prosecutorial positions in the country, overseeing…
Marissa Rothenberger, a transgender high school softball pitcher from Champlin Park High School in Minnesota, has become the center of a national debate regarding the participation of transgender athletes in girls’ sports. Rothenberger, a biological male who transitioned at the age of nine (wtf), has been delivering standout performances this season, leading his team to multiple victories and earning individual accolades. According to reports, Rothenberger has achieved a 4–1 record, with 52 strikeouts and a 0.88 ERA over 32 innings pitched. These statistics place his among the top pitchers in Minnesota’s Class 4A division. His dominance on the field has…
The French government has categorically denied allegations circulating on social media that President Emmanuel Macron was concealing a bag of cocaine during a recent train journey to Kyiv. The rumors, originating from pro-Russian sources, falsely claim that Macron, along with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, were involved in drug use during their diplomatic mission to Ukraine. The controversy stems from a video showing President Macron picking up a white object from a table while seated with Starmer and Merz. Conspiracy theorists have misrepresented this object as a bag of cocaine. However, the Élysée Palace clarified…
President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order aimed at reducing prescription drug prices in the United States by reinstating the “most-favored-nation” (MFN) pricing policy. This policy seeks to align U.S. drug prices with the lowest prices paid by other developed countries, particularly affecting Medicare Parts B and D. The MFN policy was initially introduced during Trump’s first term in 2020 but faced legal challenges and was subsequently rescinded by the Biden administration. The renewed executive order mandates that pharmaceutical companies reduce U.S. drug prices within 30 days or face payment caps based on international pricing benchmarks. Additionally, the…
Senator Elizabeth Warren has sharply criticized the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, over what she describes as “alarming failures” in protecting sensitive national security information. In a letter co-signed with Representative Gerry Connolly, Warren expressed concerns that DOGE employees may have shared classified government information using insecure communications channels, potentially exposing secrets about America’s defense and intelligence agencies. Warren’s criticism extends to DOGE’s handling of personal and taxpayer data. She highlighted reports that the White House is pressuring the IRS to grant DOGE software engineers broad access to IRS systems, property, and datasets, including private tax…
Attorney General Pam Bondi has escalated tensions between the Trump administration and the judiciary following the arrest of Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan. Dugan was charged with obstruction and concealing an individual to prevent arrest after allegedly helping an undocumented immigrant evade federal authorities. Bondi labeled Dugan’s actions as “deranged” and vowed to prosecute any judiciary members who cross the administration. This incident has sparked criticism from a bipartisan group of 150 former judges, who argue that the arrest was an attempt to intimidate the judiciary. The situation highlights the ongoing conflict between federal immigration enforcement and local judicial…
New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging recent cuts to federal health programs. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, alleges that the administration’s decision to terminate these programs was abrupt, arbitrary, and lacked public input, violating administrative procedures. James argues that the cuts jeopardize critical health services and disproportionately affect vulnerable populations. The Trump administration has not yet responded publicly to the lawsuit. This legal action is part of a broader pattern of confrontations between James and the Trump administration. Previously, James led a successful civil fraud case against Trump and his…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under President Joe Biden has been under scrutiny after it was revealed that approximately $1.9 billion in taxpayer funds had been misplaced. The money, which had been earmarked for financial services administration, was not properly tracked due to procedural inefficiencies. This discovery was made as part of an ongoing effort by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which was created under the Trump administration with the help of tech entrepreneur Elon Musk. DOGE identified the misplaced funds, originally set aside for contracts with mortgage companies Carrington Mortgage Services and…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), established under President Donald Trump’s administration with Elon Musk as a key advisor, has reported several significant findings related to federal inefficiencies and potential misconduct. DOGE revealed that approximately $4.7 trillion in federal payments lacked the Treasury Account Symbol (TAS), a critical tracking code. The absence of this code made it “almost impossible” to trace these transactions, raising concerns about fiscal oversight. In response, DOGE has mandated the use of TAS for all federal payments to enhance transparency and accountability, said NY Post. A whistleblower from the National Labor Relations Board…
CNN anchor Kasie Hunt abruptly ended a live interview with Karoline Leavitt, then serving as national press secretary for Donald Trump’s presidential campaign. The interruption occurred after Leavitt criticized CNN’s upcoming debate moderators, Jake Tapper and Dana Bash, alleging bias against Trump. During the interview on *CNN This Morning*, Hunt inquired about the Trump campaign’s expectations for President Joe Biden in the forthcoming debate. Leavitt responded by asserting that Trump was entering a “hostile environment” on CNN, referencing the moderators’ purportedly biased coverage over the past eight years. She specifically mentioned that a quick search would reveal Tapper’s consistent negative…
Tom Homan, President Trump’s border czar, defended the arrest of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka during a visit to an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Newark, New Jersey. Baraka was detained and charged with misdemeanor trespassing while accompanying Democratic Representatives Bonnie Watson Coleman, Rob Menendez, and LaMonica McIver to assess conditions at the Delaney Hall detention center. Homan characterized the visit as politically motivated and emphasized that any actions impeding ICE operations would lead to arrests. He stated that law enforcement would continue enforcing immigration laws despite public or political backlash. A Department of Homeland Security (DHS) spokesperson claimed…
President Donald Trump dismissed Dr. Carla Hayden from her position as Librarian of Congress, nearly a year before the scheduled end of her 10-year term. Appointed in 2016 by President Barack Obama, Hayden was the first woman and the first African American to hold the role. Her tenure was marked by efforts to modernize the Library of Congress, expand digital access, and promote diversity and inclusion within the institution’s collections. The dismissal was communicated via a brief email from the White House’s Presidential Personnel Office. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that the decision was based on concerns that…
Frontier Airlines has severed ties with two contracted gate agents after a video capturing their unprofessional conduct toward a passenger at Raleigh-Durham International Airport went viral, sparking widespread criticism. The incident occurred when a 45-year-old Boston-bound passenger arrived at the airport approximately 50 minutes before his flight’s departure. Unaware of Frontier’s policy requiring passengers to check in at least 60 minutes prior to departure, he was informed that he had missed the window for self-service check-in and would need to pay a $25 fee for agent-assisted check-in. A heated exchange ensued after the passenger expressed frustration and reportedly stated, “I’m…
President Donald Trump signed an executive order initiating “Project Homecoming,” a program designed to encourage undocumented immigrants to voluntarily leave the United States. The initiative offers government-paid flights and a $1,000 “exit bonus” to those willing to self-deport. Migrants can utilize the Department of Homeland Security’s CBP Home app to book flights to any country, excluding the U.S., free of charge. The app also provides airport concierge services to assist in travel arrangements. President Trump emphasized that remaining in the country would result in severe penalties, including fines, jail time, and forced deportation. The executive order also mandates a communications…
Washington, D.C. — Former President Donald Trump ignited a firestorm of controversy this week with pointed remarks aimed at former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, questioning his qualifications and mocking his personal life during a press conference in the Oval Office. Responding to questions about ongoing air traffic control issues, Trump deflected blame and instead targeted Buttigieg, who served as Secretary of Transportation during the Biden administration until January 2025. “You know, he drives to work on his bicycle, with his husband on the back, which is a nice, loving relationship,” Trump said with a smirk. “But he didn’t have a…
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka was arrested at Delaney Hall, a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility in Newark, during a protest against its recent reopening. Baraka, who is also a Democratic candidate for New Jersey governor, has been a vocal critic of the facility, citing concerns over its permitting and operation. According to Acting U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Alina Habba, Baraka was taken into custody for trespassing and ignoring multiple warnings from Homeland Security Investigations to leave the premises. Habba stated, “He has willingly chosen to disregard the law. That will not stand in this state. He…
David Hackett Souter, a former Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court known for his unexpected shift from conservative appointee to a key member of the Court’s liberal bloc, died on May 8, 2025, at his home in Hopkinton, New Hampshire. He was 85. Early Life and Education Born on September 17, 1939, in Melrose, Massachusetts, Souter was the only child of Joseph and Helen Souter. He moved with his family to Weare, New Hampshire, at age 11. Souter graduated magna cum laude from Harvard University in 1961, majoring in philosophy. As a Rhodes Scholar, he earned a degree in…
Los Angeles, CA — Camryn Kinsey, a political commentator and former Trump administration official, fainted during a live broadcast of Fox News @ Night on Thursday, May 8. The incident occurred while Kinsey was discussing former President Joe Biden’s remarks attributing Vice President Kamala Harris’s 2024 election loss to sexism. During her commentary, Kinsey began to slur her speech and appeared disoriented before collapsing out of her chair. Host Jonathan Hunt, visibly concerned, announced, “Oh my goodness, we’re just going to get some help here for Camryn,” before the program cut to a commercial break. Upon returning from the break,…
Washington, D.C. — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth this week made headlines after delivering blunt remarks on military culture and policy, signaling a dramatic shift in the Pentagon’s approach to diversity and inclusion under the Trump administration. Speaking at the Special Operations Forces Week 2025 event in Tampa, Florida, Hegseth declared that the U.S. military is “leaving wokeness and weakness behind,” drawing cheers from a conservative audience. “No more pronouns. No more climate change obsession. No more emergency vaccine mandates. No more dudes in dresses — we’re done with that sh*t,” he said. The comments came on the heels of a…
Washington, D.C. — A routine House Financial Services Committee hearing turned unexpectedly personal and contentious this week as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent corrected Representative Maxine Waters (D-CA) over a disputed claim regarding their prior interactions. During the May 7 hearing, Rep. Waters asserted that she had never met Secretary Bessent, a claim he promptly challenged. “I actually met you on New Year’s Eve in the Bahamas,” Bessent said. “You were much better at the Electric Slide than I was.” The surprising exchange drew reactions across social media and news outlets, as Bessent’s recollection added an unexpected personal note to the…