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fromThe Atlantic
18 hours ago

The Ballroom Truthers Have a Theory

Misinformation spread rapidly after the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, with many claiming the event was staged despite clarifications from credible sources.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
18 hours ago

The Ballroom Truthers Have a Theory

Misinformation spread rapidly after the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, with many claiming the event was staged despite clarifications from credible sources.
#trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
World news

Trump Dumps on NYT and CNN for Reporting He's Anxious' to End War: I am Possibly the Least Pressured Person Ever'

fromAbove the Law
18 hours ago
US politics

DOJ Files Ballroom Brief That Reads Like Truth Social Post - Because Trump Probably Wrote It - Above the Law

World politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

Trump Has Posted a Lot of Psychopathic Things Online. His Latest Truth Social Update Might Be His Worst.

Trump's rhetoric and actions reflect a dangerous disregard for moral responsibility and the consequences of his decisions on global security.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
1 day ago

More Than 8 in 10 Truth Social Posts Where Trump Calls Someone "Low IQ" Feature a Person of Color

Trump's use of 'low IQ' disproportionately targets nonwhite individuals, serving as a racist dog whistle to his political base.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
16 hours ago

Inside the Secret Group Chats Fueling MAGA's Messaging Machine

Trump used an assassination attempt to promote the need for a controversial White House ballroom, claiming it offers unprecedented security.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Trump Dumps on NYT and CNN for Reporting He's Anxious' to End War: I am Possibly the Least Pressured Person Ever'

Trump asserts he is not anxious to end the war with Iran and claims Iran is in a weakened state.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Is Heading for a Political Hell': Axios Founder Paints Devastating Picture For GOP In The Midterms

Trump's poll numbers are critically low, raising concerns for Republicans about maintaining control in upcoming elections.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
18 hours ago

DOJ Files Ballroom Brief That Reads Like Truth Social Post - Because Trump Probably Wrote It - Above the Law

Trump's legal team's emails and DOJ filings reflect a concerning decline in legal professionalism and clarity.
World politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

Trump Has Posted a Lot of Psychopathic Things Online. His Latest Truth Social Update Might Be His Worst.

Trump's rhetoric and actions reflect a dangerous disregard for moral responsibility and the consequences of his decisions on global security.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
1 day ago

More Than 8 in 10 Truth Social Posts Where Trump Calls Someone "Low IQ" Feature a Person of Color

Trump's use of 'low IQ' disproportionately targets nonwhite individuals, serving as a racist dog whistle to his political base.
#conspiracy-theories
fromEsquire
4 days ago
OMG science

The White House Has Latched on to a New Conspiracy Theory-Except This One Might Be Real

fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago
Right-wing politics

It's Insane': Fox News Host Brian Kilmeade Rips Suggestion Trump Assassination Attempt Was Staged' So His Approval Ratings Can Go Up'

Media industry
fromThe Verge
14 hours ago

It's primetime for conspiracy theorist video creators

Conspiracy theories about the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting are proliferating on social media, reflecting the impact of reaction video culture.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Conspiracy theory over UFOs and missing scientists spreads from web to White House

The disappearances of US scientists linked to space and defense have sparked conspiracy theories involving state enemies and UFOs.
OMG science
fromEsquire
4 days ago

The White House Has Latched on to a New Conspiracy Theory-Except This One Might Be Real

A series of mysterious deaths and disappearances of scientists linked to U.S. nuclear and aerospace research raises national security concerns.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

It's Insane': Fox News Host Brian Kilmeade Rips Suggestion Trump Assassination Attempt Was Staged' So His Approval Ratings Can Go Up'

Brian Kilmeade criticized conspiracy theories suggesting the assassination attempt on Trump was staged to improve his approval ratings.
Dining
fromArs Technica
15 hours ago

Anti-Trump Instagram pic of seashells now enough to indict ex-FBI directors

The term '86' in restaurant slang means something is out of stock, but it also has other meanings related to refusal and violence.
Washington DC
fromFast Company
15 hours ago

Those vanity Trump passports are rage baiting you

A limited-edition passport commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence features President Trump's portrait and is available in limited quantities.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Former MAGA Influencer Says MAGA Response to WHCD Shooting Is Paid' And Coordinated

Ashley St. Clair stated, 'So last week, I told you guys that all of MAGA is paid and they coordinate their messaging in lockstep via group chats.' She emphasized the improbability of many influencers independently arriving at the same conclusion regarding Trump needing a ballroom after the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
Social media marketing
#ai
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Experts Warn of AI Swarms Hijacking Democracy With Fake Citizens

AI can manipulate public opinion on a large scale, posing significant threats to democratic institutions through misinformation campaigns.
fromWIRED
4 days ago

The Online Civil War About 'Michael' Is a Battle Over Truth

Musically, Jackson was in a class all his own. He remains, even in death, one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with 13 number one singles and countless awards.
Independent films
World politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 days ago

Iran's Meme War Against Trump Ushers In a Future of Slopaganda'

Iran has effectively utilized memes to reshape its global image and influence perceptions during international crises and political events.
Digital life
fromFast Company
5 days ago

AI sycophancy could be more insidious than social media filter bubbles

AI chatbots may use flattery to enhance user engagement, similar to social media algorithms, leading to potential distortions in judgment.
#assassination-attempt
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

WHCD Suspect Urged Followers to Buy a Gun' as He Spiraled Into Anti-Trump Rage: KFile

Cole Allen attempted to assassinate President Trump, driven by escalating political rage and anti-Trump sentiments expressed on social media.
Women in technology
fromWIRED
1 week ago

This Scammer Used an AI-Generated MAGA Girl to Grift 'Super Dumb' Men

A medical student generates income by selling AI-generated images of a conservative woman, targeting a niche audience with higher disposable income.
#white-house-correspondents-dinner
Media industry
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Conspiracy theories are swirling about the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting

Gunshots at the White House Correspondents' Dinner led to chaos and unfounded conspiracy theories suggesting the incident was staged.
US politics
fromWIRED
2 days ago

'STAGED': Conspiracy Theories Are Everywhere Following White House Correspondents' Dinner Shooting

Conspiracy theories emerged on social media claiming the White House Correspondents' Dinner attack was staged, despite no evidence supporting these claims.
Media industry
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Conspiracy theories are swirling about the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting

Gunshots at the White House Correspondents' Dinner led to chaos and unfounded conspiracy theories suggesting the incident was staged.
US politics
fromWIRED
2 days ago

'STAGED': Conspiracy Theories Are Everywhere Following White House Correspondents' Dinner Shooting

Conspiracy theories emerged on social media claiming the White House Correspondents' Dinner attack was staged, despite no evidence supporting these claims.
Washington DC
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Good Job DOJ, Now The Conspiracy Theorists Have A Point - Above the Law

The DOJ swiftly demanded the National Trust drop its lawsuit after a gunman attempted to attack during the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

The Onion has agreed to a new deal to take over Infowars

The Onion plans to take over Infowars, transforming it into a parody platform if a Texas judge approves the deal.
SF parents
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago

Could Your Child Be a Member of the Most Dangerous Online Community? What Every Parent Needs to Watch Out For

The True Crime Community is a dangerous online subculture that idolizes mass shooters and has been linked to numerous violent attacks.
#alex-jones
Silicon Valley
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Breaking Free From Alex Jones

Josh Owens shares his experiences working for Alex Jones and the impact of conspiratorial media on personal beliefs and moral judgment.
Media industry
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Alex Jones has uncovered another massive conspiracy

Alex Jones faces losing Infowars to The Onion while targeting comedian Tim Heidecker's past work.
Media industry
fromConsequence
4 days ago

Alex Jones Losing What's Left of His Mind After Discovering Tim Heidecker's Old Adult Swim Clips

Alex Jones is reacting negatively to The Onion's acquisition of Infowars and the appointment of Tim Heidecker as creative director.
US politics
fromConsequence
1 week ago

Alex Jones Strips in Rant About The Onion, InfoWars Deal

Alex Jones ranted about The Onion's control of InfoWars, claiming they are 'bodysnatchers' and discussing skin in a bizarre tirade.
Silicon Valley
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Breaking Free From Alex Jones

Josh Owens shares his experiences working for Alex Jones and the impact of conspiratorial media on personal beliefs and moral judgment.
Media industry
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Alex Jones has uncovered another massive conspiracy

Alex Jones faces losing Infowars to The Onion while targeting comedian Tim Heidecker's past work.
Media industry
fromConsequence
4 days ago

Alex Jones Losing What's Left of His Mind After Discovering Tim Heidecker's Old Adult Swim Clips

Alex Jones is reacting negatively to The Onion's acquisition of Infowars and the appointment of Tim Heidecker as creative director.
US politics
fromConsequence
1 week ago

Alex Jones Strips in Rant About The Onion, InfoWars Deal

Alex Jones ranted about The Onion's control of InfoWars, claiming they are 'bodysnatchers' and discussing skin in a bizarre tirade.
fromMilitary.com
5 days ago

AI MAGA Influencer, Service Member Scams Fuel 'Digital Stolen Valor' Rise

The administrators behind Military Phony described 'digital stolen valor' as the online equivalent of wearing medals you didn't earn, using exaggerated or fabricated credentials to gain respect, sympathy or opportunity that would otherwise belong to someone else.
Social media marketing
Artificial intelligence
fromInfoQ
5 days ago

Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI Content Are Taking Over the Internet

AI has become ubiquitous in society, influencing various industries and products, but there are concerns about its overuse and effectiveness.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
22 hours ago

Everything that is wrong with politics is summed up in the recent assassination attempt on Trump - LGBTQ Nation

Political violence has become more common due to Donald Trump's rhetoric, which has embraced and even encouraged such behavior among his supporters.
Washington DC
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Cole Allen Charged With Attempting to Assassinate Trump

Cole Tomas Allen faces federal charges for an armed assault at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
US Elections
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Truth Social owner Trump Media ousts ex-congressman CEO after massive stock plunge

Trump Media & Technology replaces Devin Nunes with Kevin McGurn as CEO after a significant stock collapse, losing over $6 billion in investor wealth.
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Pro-Trump AI influencers are flooding social media.

Experts indicate that the creation of A.I. avatars is becoming easier, particularly for contractors and marketing companies that specialize in developing and dispatching these avatars in bulk.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

It's not a story that's over': inside the battle against hatred in America

With Hitler in LA, Leon Lewis hid the spy codes but once I figured it out, I realized, Oh my God, I've got a historian's dream here, which is an unknown story that's really important.
Right-wing politics
#donald-trump
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

Trump Can't Stop Lying About the Attempts on His Life

Donald Trump's dishonesty about assassination attempts undermines any sympathy he might receive, despite being a target of violence.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

Trump Can't Stop Lying About the Attempts on His Life

Donald Trump's dishonesty about assassination attempts undermines any sympathy he might receive, despite being a target of violence.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

The Trump administration is trying to force Reddit to reveal the identity of an online ICE critic

The Trump administration is demanding Reddit user data, seen as an attack on freedom of expression and a violation of constitutional rights.
Media industry
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

How the Internet Broke Everyone's Bullshit Detectors

Synthetic media is reshaping information warfare, prioritizing speed and virality over accuracy in online content.
Humor
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Meme-Washing of RFK Jr.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. uses humorous AI-generated memes to promote his health message, engaging a younger audience with absurdity and humor.
#tucker-carlson
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago
Right-wing politics

Seriously, Tucker Carlson? Come On

Tucker Carlson expresses regret for supporting Trump, acknowledging past mistakes and the consequences of his political endorsements.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Tucker Carlson claims he never intentionally misled his audience. That's another lie. - LGBTQ Nation

Tucker Carlson expresses regret for supporting Trump, acknowledging the impact of his influence on public perception and the consequences of that support.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Tucker Carlson claims he never intentionally misled his audience. That's another lie. - LGBTQ Nation

Tucker Carlson expresses regret for supporting Trump, acknowledging the impact of his influence on public perception and the consequences of that support.
Social media marketing
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

The New Era of Militia Influencers

The rise of social media influencers is reshaping the American militia movement, focusing on tactical gear and online presence over traditional activism.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Trump is the leader of the MAGA Death Cult and "drinking the Kool-Aid" - LGBTQ Nation

The Peoples Temple of the Disciples of Christ, today known as the Peoples Temple, was a U.S. new religious movement organization existing between its founding in 1955 until its dissolution in 1978. Founded by Jim Jones in Indianapolis, Indiana, the Peoples Temple spread a message combining elements of Christianity with egalitarian politics. Through the years, Jones tightened his control over the group, first by requiring members to spend Thanksgiving and Christmas together as a Temple "family" rather than with blood relatives.
History
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

MTG and Alex Jones Go Off on Trump And Fox News: Nonstop Propaganda' For Boomers'

MAGA influencers, including Marjorie Taylor Greene, criticize Trump and mainstream media for misleading narratives on the war in Iran.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

When Maga oligarchs control the platforms, it isn't really a debate about free speech' | Rafael Behr

Every society recognises that words and images, in certain contexts, do harm and that incitement to commit crime can be a criminal act. There is a spectrum of tolerance and enforcement. Repression of free speech is a symptom of tyranny, but all governments regulate it to some degree. The threshold for intervention is lower when children are involved. That is why the idea of banning under-16s from social media, already operational in Australia, is catching on elsewhere.
UK politics
Right-wing politics
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

MAGA Media Seems to Have Hit Its Breaking Point Over Iran

Candace Owens and other right-wing figures are calling for Trump's removal from office, citing his recent actions and statements as dangerous.
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago

MAGA fanatic holds infant hostage in shootout while posting about "pedos" & "transgenders" - LGBTQ Nation

Now they're trying to arrest me simply because I do not believe in gay rights and abortion. I had the cops called on me. A SWAT team showed up, and I'm now engaged in a shootout. My state has been the number one abortion and gay rights state in the entire country and I've been segregated against for my beliefs.
US news
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

MAGA YouTuber Goes On Fox to Beg for Help Paying Private Security Force

Nick Shirley is raising funds for private security due to threats following his controversial daycare investigation.
#social-media
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

MAGA influencer says he'd rather have Trump threaten war crimes than honor trans people - LGBTQ Nation

Erick Erickson prefers Trump's war crime threats over the Transgender Day of Visibility coinciding with Easter.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Misinformation is scaling. We need to get better at countering it

Most days, an email lands in my inbox with the promise to amplify my growth-my newsletter subscribers, the reach of my podcasts, the number of client leads, etc. I've gotten used to random people pitching me on their services, and some of the messages expertly prey on my insecurities as a business owner ("you're leaving so much on the table," et al.). I never answer any of them, but I sometimes wonder which ones might actually be legit.
Artificial intelligence
Social media marketing
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The X algorithm really is trying to radicalize you-researchers just proved it

X's algorithmic feed prioritizes engagement-driving content over user preferences, degrading the platform experience and pushing users toward sensationalized, polarized material.
US politics
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Trump pushes obviously fake videos bashing California

Trump reshared AI-generated videos falsely claiming Walmart would close 250 California stores, amplifying misleading, anti-California content despite clear signs of fabrication.
fromemptywheel
2 months ago

If MAGAt Political Culture Collapsed in the Woods and No Traditional Media Were There To See It... - emptywheel

Democrats successfully defended a conservative seat in rural Louisiana on Saturday night, as Chasity Martinez defeated Republican Brad Daigle by a dominant 62-38 margin-a massive 37-point overperformance compared to the 2024 presidential result. Republicans had hoped to score their first legislative pickup of any kind during Donald Trump's second term, and they had good reason to think they might succeed in the 60th House District.
US politics
#jeffrey-epstein
fromThe Verge
2 months ago
Right-wing politics

Jeffrey Epstein might not have created /pol/, but he helped carry out its mission

fromThe Verge
2 months ago
Right-wing politics

Jeffrey Epstein might not have created /pol/, but he helped carry out its mission

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Remember the Epstein Binder Photo Op? MAGA Influencers Hope You Don't.

Released Epstein-related documents documented social proximity among powerful figures and fueled partisan theater, but produced no criminal charges against some implicated individuals.
Right-wing politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

The Right-Wing Nonprofit Serving A.I. Slop for America's Birthday

Dennis Prager's book argues secularism causes moral decline and violence, while positioning Judeo-Christian values as the sole source of objective morality, despite selective use of examples that obscure religious complexity.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

How the right won the internet

Online platforms enable influencer cross-pollination that amplifies fringe-right ideas, converting engagement into durable political worldviews and mobilizing support despite mainstream backlash.
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