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politics15 days ago•138 min saved

FBI Director Kash Patel Engages Country Singer Alexis Wilkins Amid Ongoing Scrutiny

FBI Director Kash Patel and country singer Alexis Wilkins have announced their engagement, a development that has intensified scrutiny over the director's use of government resources for personal events. Wilkins, 27, revealed the news via social media on October 5, 2026, posting a black-and-white photo of the couple with the caption 'Went and got the law involved.' The pair have been dating since before Patel’s February 2025 appointment as FBI director. While Patel has not yet posted about the engagement on his own accounts, he reposted Wilkins' announcement. The relationship has previously drawn criticism for Patel’s use of an FBI jet to attend a pro-wrestling event where Wilkins performed the national anthem, as well as her performance at the America 250 celebration on the National Mall.

via The Cut|

#alexis-wilkins #engagement #fbi

politics3 months ago•2 min saved

Meyers skewers Trump 2.0's magnet obsession and the politics of distraction

Seth Meyers uses Late Night to mock Donald Trump’s 2.0 presidency, highlighting his fixation on magnets, aircraft carriers and other odd obsessions while juxtaposing them with stubborn inflation, rising costs and ongoing global flashpoints. The segment also references Trump’s promises on fuel and groceries, RFK Jr.’s controversial comments on sperm counts, a teleprompter operator profiting from Trump speeches, and a costly, unresolved deal with Iran, ultimately concluding that Americans just want affordable living amid a steady stream of scandals and distractions.

via The Guardian|

#american-politics #late-night-tv #politics

politics5 months ago•480 min saved

Numbed by Chaos: Why the News Cycle Has Politically Engaged People Checked Out

Amid the Trump 2.0 era, many formerly engaged people feel overwhelmed and numb to the news as fear and chaos mount; psychiatrists describe a survival-mode brain and learned helplessness, while protests still occur. The piece suggests coping steps: name your feelings, schedule focused news breaks, curate sources, and lean on community, journaling, or meditation to break the cycle.

via The Cut|

#coping-strategies #doomscrolling #mental-health

politics5 months ago•2 min saved

Pentagon in Firing Frenzy Amid Trump 2.0 Power Plays

Axios reports a wave of Pentagon exits in Trump 2.0's era, with at least 15 defense officials leaving or being pushed out as factions clash and leadership trust sours. The shakeup follows Navy Secretary John Phelan's and Army Chief Gen. Randy George's removals, fueled by personal rivalries (notably Phelan vs. Hegseth) and policy disputes such as shipbuilding reform, all while Iran war pressures complicate decisions and spur further rumors of more firings.

via Axios|

#defense-leadership #infighting #ousters

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Trump's Second Term: A Turning Point for America

The article compares Donald Trump's second term (Trump 2.0) to his first (Trump 1.0), highlighting how he has become more emboldened, erratic, and willing to challenge institutions, while also learning from past mistakes and implementing more aggressive policies, especially on immigration and foreign affairs.

via CNN|

#policy-changes #politics #presidential-differences

cryptocurrency1 year ago•0 min saved

Ethereum's Resurgence: Analysts Predict Bullish Trends Amid Political Shifts

Ether, the second-largest cryptocurrency, is poised to benefit significantly from a potential Trump 2.0 scenario, despite facing investor abandonment earlier this year. The article explores the reasons behind this potential resurgence, highlighting market dynamics and investor sentiment shifts that could favor Ether in the evolving political and economic landscape.

via CNBC|

#cryptocurrency #ether #investors

finance1 year ago•3 min saved

Analysts Predict S&P 500 Surge Amid 'Roaring 2020s' and Trump Impact

Veteran Wall Street strategist Ed Yardeni predicts the S&P 500 will reach 10,000 by 2029, driven by a "Trump 2.0" boost following Donald Trump's recent election victory. Yardeni anticipates a business-friendly environment with tax cuts and deregulation, leading to increased corporate profits and economic growth. He has revised his earnings expectations for the S&P 500 and sees a "Roaring 2020s" scenario as likely, though he warns of potential risks from Federal Reserve rate cuts.

via Benzinga|

#economic-growth #ed-yardeni #finance