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May 5, 2025

NBC News

Trump on Upholding Constitution: "I Don't Know"

In a “Meet the Press” interview, President Trump dismissed concerns about upholding the Constitution during mass deportations, saying “I don’t know” when asked if he was required to do so, and emphasized he would rely on his lawyers instead.
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The Mercury News

Trump's Alcatraz Plans Face Hurdles

President Trump’s plan to reopen Alcatraz as a prison for violent offenders faces major hurdles from California’s environmental and historic preservation laws, which protect the island’s wildlife, lack of infrastructure, and landmark status.
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BBC

Netanyahu Vows Response To Attack

After a Houthi missile struck near Israel’s main airport, injuring several and exposing a lapse in air defenses, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu vowed a forceful response against both the Yemeni rebels and their Iranian backers.
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WCVB Boston

Pence Receives Courage Award

Mike Pence received the JFK Profile in Courage Award on Sunday in Dorchester, MA, for upholding the Constitution and certifying the 2020 election results on January 6, 2021, despite threats to his life and political career.
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Associated Press

How the Markets Have Bounced Back

After a sharp plunge triggered by Trump's sweeping new tariffs, the U.S. stock market has rebounded to pre-announcement levels amid a temporary pause and strong corporate earnings, though volatility and uncertainty remain high.
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CBS News

60 Minutes Hammers Trump (Again)

A growing number of lawyers warn that President Trump's executive orders targeting law firms who opposed him in court represent a direct threat to the rule of law, setting a dangerous precedent of intimidation and political retribution.
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National Catholic Reporter

Catholics Outraged by "Pope Trump"

Catholic leaders are denouncing an AI-generated image of President Trump dressed as the pope – which was posted on social media by the White House amid mourning for the late Pope Francis – as offensive, disrespectful, and politically tone-deaf.
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The Independent

Fetterman Facing More Fallout

A bombshell profile of Sen. John Fetterman has left Democrats reeling, with allegations of emotional breakdowns, reckless behavior, and a hidden car crash sparking calls for his resignation and raising serious concerns about his fitness for office.
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USA Today

If You See Purple Paint, Stop

If you come across purple paint on trees or fences while hiking, it’s a clear indication to stop and turn back, as it marks private property and serves as a legal "No Trespassing" sign in over 20 U.S. states.
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The Wall Street Journal

There Will Never Be Another Buffet

Warren Buffett’s unprecedented success as an investor is a result of his unique combination of personal obsession with the stock market, a fortuitous historical timing, and the unconventional structure of Berkshire Hathaway, making him a figure in investing with no true equal.
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CBS News

Arrests in Planned Gaga Attack

Brazilian police arrested two individuals in connection with a foiled bomb plot targeting Lady Gaga's historic free concert in Rio de Janeiro, where over 2 million fans gathered at Copacabana Beach, with authorities uncovering a group spreading hate speech and planning to radicalize teens.
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Fox News

Portnoy PO'd by Antisemitic Sign

A Temple University student has been suspended, and two waitresses were fired after an antisemitic sign was displayed at Barstool Sansom Street in Philadelphia. Barstool Sports creator Dave Portnoy condemned the incident and offered to send those responsible to Auschwitz for Holocaust education.
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Politico

Rubio’s Rising in Trump World

Marco Rubio’s rising influence in the Trump administration, securing multiple key roles such as Secretary of State and interim National Security Adviser, is a testament to his strategic alignment with President Trump’s policies, though critics argue he has sacrificed his own principles in the process.
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BuzzFeed

Gigi and Bradley Make It Official

Gigi Hadid made her relationship with Bradley Cooper Instagram official by sharing a passionate photo of them kissing at her 30th birthday party, solidifying their "romantic and happy dynamic" that they've been linked to since October 2023.
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ARTnews

Art President on Leave for Nakedness

James Rondeau, president of the Art Institute of Chicago, is under investigation for an alleged incident on a flight to Munich in April, which reportedly involved him removing his clothes after drinking alcohol and taking prescription medication.
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The Atlantic

Why Are Young People So Unhappy?

Research shows that deep, in-person relationships are essential to happiness and meaning, but young people today struggle to build them amid declining institutions and rising digital isolation.
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The Hill

Trump's Golden Dome Unveiled

Trump’s ambitious $25 billion “Golden Dome” missile defense plan—touted as a high-tech shield for the U.S.—is drawing scrutiny over its massive cost, questionable feasibility, and potential conflicts of interest involving Elon Musk.
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Poynter

How Accurate Is “Conclave”?

While the movie “Conclave” accurately portrays key elements of the papal election process, it breaks from reality with dramatic rule-bending, off-limits communications, and a fictional twist involving a secret cardinal.
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