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fromwww.mediaite.com
28 minutes ago

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.
Podcast
fromAbove the Law
23 hours ago

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.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
13 hours ago

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.
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
22 hours ago

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.
World politics
fromemptywheel
1 day ago

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.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Mandelson tried to get Epstein's goddaughter' access to 10 Downing Street

In an email exchange, Epstein told Glenn Dubin, a hedge fund manager whose child he called his goddaughter, that he would organize a trip to Number 10, and the House of Lords with Peter Mandelson for you guys.
UK politics
SF politics
fromThe Atlantic
23 hours ago

Trump's Cozy Transportation Secretary

Richard and Elizabeth Uihlein have lobbied to reverse trucker work hour restrictions, influencing policy and political donations significantly.
Portland
fromFortune
21 hours ago

Colleges under pressure over building names with Epstein connections | Fortune

Protests at Ohio State University aim to remove Les Wexner's name from buildings due to his association with Jeffrey Epstein.
US Elections
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Congress May Finally Ban Its Own Stock Trading and NANC Would Feel It First

The investment case for NANC relies on Congress members' ability to trade stocks, now facing significant legislative challenges.
#white-house
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago
Photography

AFP, Getty Images Removed Unflattering' Photo of Karoline Leavitt After White House Was Reportedly Displeased

Washington DC
fromFast Company
18 hours ago

'We're going to wonder why we didn't do it earlier': Trump's White House ballroom gets a stamp of approval

The National Capital Planning Commission approved the White House ballroom expansion despite a court order halting construction.
Washington DC
fromAxios
2 days ago

Trump's White House ballroom project halted by judge

The National Trust for Historic Preservation halted the White House expansion project, arguing it requires congressional approval and violates constitutional protections.
Washington DC
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

Video: President Trump Shares Revised Plans for White House Ballroom

President Trump revealed updated designs for the White House ballroom addressing previous criticisms from architects and preservationists.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Critics Call Out Design Flaws of Trump White House Ballroom

Rushed design process for the White House ballroom raises concerns among architects about potential flaws and inadequate scrutiny before final approval.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago
Photography

AFP, Getty Images Removed Unflattering' Photo of Karoline Leavitt After White House Was Reportedly Displeased

Washington DC
fromFast Company
18 hours ago

'We're going to wonder why we didn't do it earlier': Trump's White House ballroom gets a stamp of approval

The National Capital Planning Commission approved the White House ballroom expansion despite a court order halting construction.
Washington DC
fromAxios
2 days ago

Trump's White House ballroom project halted by judge

The National Trust for Historic Preservation halted the White House expansion project, arguing it requires congressional approval and violates constitutional protections.
Washington DC
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 days ago

Video: President Trump Shares Revised Plans for White House Ballroom

President Trump revealed updated designs for the White House ballroom addressing previous criticisms from architects and preservationists.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Critics Call Out Design Flaws of Trump White House Ballroom

Rushed design process for the White House ballroom raises concerns among architects about potential flaws and inadequate scrutiny before final approval.
#bribery
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
2 days ago

Retired NYPD sergeant arrested in corruption probe linked to city lawmaker and governor's aide

A retired NYPD sergeant has been indicted on bribery charges linked to a city council member and a governor's aide in a corruption investigation.
Brooklyn
fromSpectrumlocalnews
2 days ago

Feds probe whether council member, Hochul aide took bribes

Federal prosecutors are investigating potential bribery involving a New York City Council member and her sister related to migrant shelter funding.
NYC politics
fromAol
3 days ago

Feds probe NYC councilor, Hochul staffer, in migrant shelter bribery case

Federal prosecutors are investigating a New York City Council member and her sister for alleged bribery related to migrant shelter funding.
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
2 days ago

Retired NYPD sergeant arrested in corruption probe linked to city lawmaker and governor's aide

A retired NYPD sergeant has been indicted on bribery charges linked to a city council member and a governor's aide in a corruption investigation.
Brooklyn
fromSpectrumlocalnews
2 days ago

Feds probe whether council member, Hochul aide took bribes

Federal prosecutors are investigating potential bribery involving a New York City Council member and her sister related to migrant shelter funding.
NYC politics
fromAol
3 days ago

Feds probe NYC councilor, Hochul staffer, in migrant shelter bribery case

Federal prosecutors are investigating a New York City Council member and her sister for alleged bribery related to migrant shelter funding.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

White House Insists It Was Right At the Time' After Being Wrong About Maher Prize

The White House initially denied Bill Maher would receive the Mark Twain Prize, but later confirmed the award after further discussions.
#trump-administration
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago
US politics

The Ethically Fraught Four: Our Bracket Challenge Identifies The Four Trump Lawyers Most In Need Of An Ethics Probe - Above the Law

The ATL Madness bracket highlights which Trump administration lawyer deserves bar discipline, emphasizing the role of local licensing authorities in addressing unethical behavior.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

Trump WH Throws Tulsi Gabbard Under the Bus For Reportedly Failing to Fire Joe Kent for Leaking

Joe Kent, Trump's counterterrorism director, resigned protesting Iran war, claiming Iran posed no imminent threat and the conflict resulted from Israeli pressure.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
14 hours ago

Trump Mulls More Cabinet Firings: He's Very Angry and He's Going To Be Moving People'

President Trump is considering further cabinet changes, including potential terminations of Commerce Secretary Lutnick and Labor Secretary Chavez-DeRemer.
Washington DC
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

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.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

The Ethically Fraught Four: Our Bracket Challenge Identifies The Four Trump Lawyers Most In Need Of An Ethics Probe - Above the Law

The ATL Madness bracket highlights which Trump administration lawyer deserves bar discipline, emphasizing the role of local licensing authorities in addressing unethical behavior.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Trump WH Throws Tulsi Gabbard Under the Bus For Reportedly Failing to Fire Joe Kent for Leaking

Joe Kent, Trump's counterterrorism director, resigned protesting Iran war, claiming Iran posed no imminent threat and the conflict resulted from Israeli pressure.
fromPadailypost
6 days ago

Defense attorney says DA Rosen used Stanford protester case to solicit campaign donations

Judge Kelley Paul is considering whether to remove District Attorney Jeff Rosen from retrying five activists accused of vandalism, due to allegations of campaign fundraising misconduct.
California
SF politics
fromMission Local
22 hours ago

S.F. Ethics Commission will weigh in on Lurie-Trump phone records

Mayor Daniel Lurie faces scrutiny for not disclosing records of his call with President Trump regarding federal agent deployment.
#trump
fromRaw Story
1 day ago
US politics

Glaring error spotted in Trump's presidential library hype video: 'Is he stupid?'

Washington DC
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Court orders Trump to halt White House ballroom construction

A US judge ruled Trump cannot build a ballroom on White House grounds without congressional approval.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

NBC's Garrett Haake Confronts Karoline Leavitt in Tense Briefing Room Clash: Why is Trump Threatening a Potential War Crime?'

President Trump threatened Iran with military action, raising concerns about potential war crimes against civilian infrastructure.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Democrat Hurls Startling Accusation at Trump After Watching Him at Supreme Court

Rob Bonta accused Trump of potentially trying to intimidate the Supreme Court during his attendance at oral arguments in a birthright citizenship case.
US politics
fromRaw Story
1 day ago

Glaring error spotted in Trump's presidential library hype video: 'Is he stupid?'

A video mock-up of Trump's presidential library featured an American flag with 56 stars, sparking criticism and speculation about its meaning.
Washington DC
fromCurbed
1 day ago

The Bloated Trump Ballroom Is Paused for Now

Judge rules against Trump's East Wing construction, emphasizing presidential stewardship over ownership of the White House.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Judge Orders Trump to Stop Building White House Ballroom

A federal judge ordered Trump to halt the construction of a $400 million ballroom at the White House until Congress approves it.
Washington DC
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Court orders Trump to halt White House ballroom construction

A US judge ruled Trump cannot build a ballroom on White House grounds without congressional approval.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

NBC's Garrett Haake Confronts Karoline Leavitt in Tense Briefing Room Clash: Why is Trump Threatening a Potential War Crime?'

President Trump threatened Iran with military action, raising concerns about potential war crimes against civilian infrastructure.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

An impossible situation': Readers clash over King's US state visit

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting during critical moments in US history.
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago

A Former Federal Prosecutor on Why He Quit Donald Trump's Department of Justice

Troy Edwards, who resigned from a senior national-security position, stated, 'When the Justice Department indicted Comey on grounds widely seen as flimsy, I knew I had reached my red line.'
Law
NYC politics
fromFox News
2 days ago

NYC Dem, Hochul aide under investigation over alleged migrant shelter bribes

Federal prosecutors are investigating potential bribery involving a New York City Council member and her sister related to migrant shelter funding.
US politics
fromAxios
1 day ago

Exclusive: Trump's DOJ says he's not required to turn over official records

The Presidential Records Act mandates that presidential records belong to the U.S. government, a law Trump has challenged by retaining documents.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Sharpie Rebuts Trump's Account of Phone Call With Company: We Don't Have Any Information About the Conversation'

Newell Brands denied Trump's claims about customizing Sharpie pens for presidential use.
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Federal prosecutors investigating if NYC Council member, Hochul aide took bribes to help migrant shelter provider: report

Federal prosecutors are investigating Brooklyn Council member Farah Louis, her sister Debbie Louis, and Edu Hermelyn for possible bribery related to BHRAGS Home Care Inc., which has received over $200 million in city contracts for migrant shelter services.
Brooklyn
Media industry
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

White House outraged over new CBS News hire

CBS News hired a former Liz Cheney communications aide, sparking White House criticism over perceived anti-Trump bias and tensions with the network.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

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.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks ago

White House Heard Lewandowski Kickback Allegations, Did Nothing

Corey Lewandowski, serving as DHS de facto chief of staff, allegedly sought payments from companies in exchange for help securing DHS contracts, with the Trump administration reportedly aware of these allegations for months.
Higher education
fromNature
4 weeks ago

The Epstein scandal is a wake-up call - new rules are needed on links with rich donors

Academic institutions failed to implement proper oversight of faculty donor relationships, allowing Jeffrey Epstein to influence research despite having no scientific expertise and a criminal history.
Miscellaneous
fromFortune
1 month ago

Bill Clinton on his Jeffrey Epstein relationship: 'I saw nothing, and I did nothing wrong' | Fortune

Bill Clinton testified to Congress that he saw no signs of Epstein's abuse and did nothing wrong in their relationship, which ended before Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Calling Epstein Island': Journalists Phoning White House Get Quite the Surprise

A glitch in Google's caller ID mistakenly labeled the White House number as Epstein Island, affecting Android devices but not iPhones.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Bill Clinton says he 'did nothing wrong' with Epstein as he faced grilling over their relationship

Former President Bill Clinton testified to Congress that he saw no signs of Jeffrey Epstein's sexual abuse and did nothing wrong in their relationship from over two decades ago.
Washington DC
fromEsquire
3 days ago

The White House Ballroom Is Already a Monstrous Disaster

Experts warn that the rushed construction plans for the president's new ballroom could lead to significant design flaws and architectural issues.
fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

DOJ Lawyers Just Had to Make One of Their Most Embarrassing Confessions Yet

The Department of Justice offered a startling confession to a court on Tuesday, acknowledging that it repeatedly made a 'material mistaken statement of fact' while defending Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests of noncitizens at immigration court.
US politics
#hillary-clinton-testimony
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Bill O'Reilly Says He's Appalled' by Republicans Grilling Hillary Clinton Over Epstein: Trying to Embarrass Her Over Nothing'

Bill O'Reilly criticized House Republicans for calling Hillary Clinton to testify about Jeffrey Epstein, calling it a partisan farce designed to embarrass political opponents rather than pursue legitimate crimes.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Bill O'Reilly Says He's Appalled' by Republicans Grilling Hillary Clinton Over Epstein: Trying to Embarrass Her Over Nothing'

Bill O'Reilly criticized House Republicans for calling Hillary Clinton to testify about Jeffrey Epstein, calling it a partisan farce designed to embarrass political opponents rather than pursue legitimate crimes.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Who in Hillary Clinton's team thought it would be a good idea to capitalise on the Jeffrey Epstein case? | Arwa Mahdawi

Political figures increasingly monetize controversial moments and scandals through merchandise sales, from Trump's mugshot shirts to Clinton's cow-themed hats referencing Epstein testimony.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Attention will swing back': Epstein outrage unlikely to subside despite Trump's Iran war

Trump's delayed release of Epstein files under congressional pressure created ongoing controversy among supporters and critics despite signing the transparency act into law.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Former Trump Official Tricia McLaughlin Rips GOP Senator

Former DHS spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin disputed Senator Kennedy's corruption allegations, clarifying that her husband's company had no direct DHS contract and only received $226,137 as a subcontractor for limited production services.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

House Oversight panel votes to hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress

The House Oversight Committee voted to hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in criminal contempt after they defied subpoenas tied to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Bill Clinton Testifies That Trump Told Him He Had Great Times' With Epstein But Split With Him Over A Real Estate Deal'

House Oversight Committee released depositions showing Trump told Clinton that Epstein was removed from his circle over a real estate deal, contradicting Trump's previous public claims about the reason for their falling out.
#epstein-investigation
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

WATCH: House GOP Posts Bill Clinton's Epstein Deposition

Bill and Hillary Clinton were deposed by the House Oversight Committee regarding their connections to Jeffrey Epstein, with Hillary denying any relationship to him and Bill defending his wife while claiming he did nothing illegal.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

WATCH: House GOP Posts Bill Clinton's Epstein Deposition

Bill and Hillary Clinton were deposed by the House Oversight Committee regarding their connections to Jeffrey Epstein, with Hillary denying any relationship to him and Bill defending his wife while claiming he did nothing illegal.
#jeffrey-epstein-investigation
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Fallout From the Epstein Files

The Department of Justice faces scrutiny for missing Trump records in the Epstein files release, with bipartisan congressional pressure for transparency now shifting as Republicans reverse their positions.
#congressional-testimony
fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

'I do not recall ever encountering Mr. Epstein': Hillary Clinton claims ignorance | Fortune

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Bill Clinton to finally face Epstein questions from Congress-behind closed doors, at home in Chappaqua | Fortune

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

'I do not recall ever encountering Mr. Epstein': Hillary Clinton claims ignorance | Fortune

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Bill Clinton to finally face Epstein questions from Congress-behind closed doors, at home in Chappaqua | Fortune

#clinton-testimony
US politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

Leaked photo briefly derails Hillary Clinton deposition

Bill and Hillary Clinton underwent congressional depositions under subpoena regarding Jeffrey Epstein, with a hearing pause occurring due to a photo violation of House rules.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

I WILL NOT BE BLACKMAILED': Republican Accused of Having Affair With Aide Who Killed Herself Speaks Out

Rep. Tony Gonzales rejects an NDA, denies allegations, and demands release of the Uvalde police report after an aide's reported suicide linked to an affair.
#jeffrey-epstein
fromAxios
2 months ago
US politics

"Total miscalculation": Inside Democrats' shock revolt on holding Bill Clinton in contempt

fromAxios
2 months ago
US politics

"Total miscalculation": Inside Democrats' shock revolt on holding Bill Clinton in contempt

US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

How Bill and Hillary Clinton Could Soon Become Criminal Defendants

Republicans have sought Clinton criminal prosecutions for decades; recent refusal to comply with Epstein subpoenas may prompt a politicized DOJ to pursue criminal contempt charges.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

House oversight chair says panel will move to hold Hillary Clinton in contempt

House Oversight will move to hold Hillary Clinton in criminal contempt for refusing a subpoena to testify about Jeffrey Epstein; Bill Clinton likewise refused.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Bill Clinton Accuses House GOP of Running a Kangaroo Court,' Demands Public Hearing

Bill and Hillary Clinton say they cooperated with subpoenas, call for public hearings and full release of Epstein files while criticizing closed-door, partisan proceedings.
US politics
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

The Coordinated Leaky Drips In The White House

The Obama White House condones organized leaking of classified information for political advantage while prosecuting whistleblowers who expose government wrongdoing.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Is There a Remedy for Presidential Profiteering?

Trump and his family leveraged the presidency for large profit, including a secret Emirati payment and an A.I. chip sale, raising emolument and secrecy concerns.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Jen Psaki Calls BS on Trump Over Bumbling' Epstein Island Answer That Threw His Commerce Secretary Under The Bus'

Jen Psaki accused President Trump of giving a contradictory, self-serving response about Howard Lutnick's visit to Jeffrey Epstein's private island, throwing Lutnick under the bus.
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