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May 31, 2025

Post-Gazette

Trump Boosts Steel Tariffs to 50%

President Trump announced a tariff increase to 50% on steel imports and detailed U.S. Steel-Nippon partnership plans, highlighting significant investments and job security, creating a pivotal moment for the American steel industry.
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CBS News

Musk Says DOGE Will Save $1 Trillion

President Trump and Elon Musk celebrated Musk's tenure with the Department of Government Efficiency, despite falling short of spending cut goals, shaping broader issues of government reform and fiscal responsibility.
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Variety

Taylor Swift Buys Back Albums

Taylor Swift triumphantly buys back her first six albums from Shamrock Capital, marking a significant win after years of turmoil and underlining the importance of artists owning their work.
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The Hollywood Reporter

Loretta Swit Dies at 87

Loretta Swit, famed for her role as Margaret "Hot Lips" Houlihan on 'M*A*S*H,' passed away at 87, leaving a legacy of strong female representation on TV and dedicated animal activism.
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Politico

SCOTUS Gives Trump Deportation Win

The Supreme Court allows the Trump administration to revoke legal status for 500,000 immigrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, impacting immigration policy and potentially broadening deportations in the U.S.
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AP News

Oiler Captain Breaks Tradition

The NHL's tradition around the Stanley Cup, including the superstition of not touching it before winning, highlights the cultural significance and emotional weight the trophy holds within the sport's history.
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Fox News

Musk Explains Shiner in Oval Office

Social media lit up during the livestreamed event as eagle-eyed viewers noticed what appeared to be a fresh bruise under Musk’s eye, prompting speculation about everything from a gym mishap to a political dust-up.
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Mediaite

Biden Slams Tapper and Trump

Former President Joe Biden came out swinging against Jake Tapper, President Donald Trump, and Democratic critics in a feisty post-speech scrum with reporters in which he repeatedly talked about doling out beatings.
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The New York Times

Musk’s Tumultuous Life Unveiled

Elon Musk’s deepening involvement with former President Trump coincided with increased drug use, raising concerns about his erratic behavior and underlining the complex interplay between his political and personal life.
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USA Today

Could Trump Pardon Diddy?

Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces serious federal charges, and President Donald Trump could potentially end his trial with a pardon, underscoring the controversial power and implications of presidential pardons.
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Yahoo News

Poll: Buttigieg Leads 2028 Dems

A new Atlas Intel poll shows Pete Buttigieg as the top choice for Democrats in the 2028 presidential primary, ahead of Kamala Harris and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, indicating shifting dynamics within the party.
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Daily Mail

Greenwald in Sex Tape Scandal

Journalist Glenn Greenwald claims sex tapes were leaked by his 'political enemies' to advance a political agenda, illustrating the challenges of privacy and consent in the digital age.
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NPR

PBS Sues Trump Over Funding Cuts

PBS and Lakeland PBS sued President Trump over an executive order cutting public broadcasting funding, arguing it violates the First Amendment and endangers public television's autonomy and editorial independence.
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The Hill

Trump Fires National Portrait Director

President Trump fired National Portrait Gallery Director Kim Sajet for being 'highly partisan' and supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion, underscoring ongoing tensions between political ideology and cultural institutions.
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The Cooldown

Tesla Owners Face Vandalism Surge

A Guardian Service study reveals nearly 50% of Tesla owners report vandalism, leading to costly repairs and rising insurance rates, indicating challenges for EV adoption amid environmental concerns.
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WGN TV

Chicago Priest Fights Carjacker

Raleigh Ford, 18, was arrested in Chicago for two attempted carjackings, including an altercation with a priest, raising concerns about youth crime and the challenges of rehabilitating offenders post-parole.
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