today’s hot news
‘Get on the phone!’ Thune snaps back after Leavitt says Trump’s patience is running out
BS BRIEF: White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt declared President Trump's "patience is running out" over the Senate's failure to advance the SAVE America Act before the August recess, intensifying pressure on Senate Republicans. Senate Majority Leader John...
Trump activates never-used terrorist removal court in deportation fight, CNN calls it ‘secretive’
BS BRIEF: The Trump Justice Department has filed the first-ever petition with the Alien Terrorist Removal Court (ATRC), a specialized court Congress created in 1996 that had never heard a case until this month. The filing remains under seal because it involves...
Elon unloads on media’s ‘far right’ label in explosive sit-down: ‘False, misleading and nonsense!’
BS BRIEF: Elon Musk forcefully rejected claims that he supports the "far right," telling The Economist the media has redefined mainstream views as extremism. He challenged the interviewer to explain how secure borders, safe cities and responsible spending qualify as...
Oops! Hot mic catches Sacramento leaders plotting to ban critics after immigration meeting explodes
BS BRIEF: A live microphone captured Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty and Vice Mayor Karina Talamantes discussing how disruptive attendees could potentially be barred from future City Council meetings after a contentious immigration-related debate forced officials to...
Laura Ingraham concedes AOC is a talented force: ‘long, sleek raven hair and red lipstick’
BS BRIEF: Fox News host Laura Ingraham surprised viewers by acknowledging Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's political appeal, calling the New York Democrat "an attractive millennial with a powerful surface appeal" while arguing her policy agenda remains deeply flawed....
AP reports trans outreach workers in Napal have turned to sex work and it’s all Trump’s fault
BS BRIEF: An Associated Press investigation found that more than 100 former LGBTQ+ aid workers in Nepal have turned to sex work after USAID-funded HIV outreach programs were eliminated following the Trump administration's dismantling of USAID. The report says the cuts...
Health insurer claims AI can save customers $200 million over three years
Cigna Healthcare announced Thursday that it is “significantly expanding” its personalized medical care management programs via artificial intelligence-driven tools in an effort to save customers money. The AI-driven programs aim to “help identify customers who would...
More pros than cons: ALEC panel discussion focuses on positives of data centers
(The Center Square) – While much of the national conversation about data centers focuses on the amount of energy and water they consume, the pros of building more of them outweigh the cons, panelists at the American Legislative Exchange Council's annual...
Michelin chef faces jailtime after allegedly serving 49,000 ants with dessert
BS BRIEF: South Korean prosecutors are seeking a one-year prison sentence for the owner of Seoul's two-Michelin-starred Evett restaurant, alleging the establishment illegally imported and served roughly 49,000 dried ants on sorbet desserts since 2021. Authorities say...
Laura Ingraham concedes AOC is a talented force: ‘long, sleek raven hair and red lipstick’
BS BRIEF: Fox News host Laura Ingraham surprised viewers by acknowledging Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's political appeal, calling the New York Democrat "an attractive millennial with a powerful surface appeal" while arguing her policy agenda remains deeply flawed....
Oops! Hot mic catches Sacramento leaders plotting to ban critics after immigration meeting explodes
BS BRIEF: A live microphone captured Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty and Vice Mayor Karina Talamantes discussing how disruptive attendees could potentially be barred from future City Council meetings after a contentious immigration-related debate forced officials to...
‘Allahu Akbar’ screams ring out as NYC stabber targets Jewish man and Asian victim near Central Park
BS BRIEF: NYPD says detectives are investigating the attacks as possible hate crimes after multiple victims and witnesses reported suspect Raul Morales allegedly yelled "Allahu Akbar" during both assaults. Authorities say mental health may also have been a factor, but...
