1 hour ago Gabbard avoids condemning government secrets leaker Snowden in confirmation hearing

Lawmakers gave DNI nominee Tulsi Gabbard more than a half-dozen chances to withdraw past support of Edward Snowden in her confirmation hearing, but she didn't take them.

Politics

4 hours ago European Central Bank Cuts Interest Rates as Economic Growth Stagnates

The European Central Bank’s reduction, the fifth consecutive cut since last summer, came a day after the U.S. Federal Reserve held interest rates.

Economics

2 hours ago Turkey's Erdogan Meets Hamas Leaders: 'The Spirit of Resistance Will Not Disappear'

Turkey welcomed a delegation of high-ranking Hamas terrorists to Ankara on Wednesday to lend support to the jihadist cause. The post Turkey’s Erdogan Meets Hamas Leaders: ‘The Spirit of Resistance Will Not Disappear’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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38 hours ago Trump admin offers payouts for resignations in move mirroring Musk's memo at Twitter

The Trump administration offered an ultimatum to some federal employees asking them to choose if they want to resign in a pitch that echoes Elon Musk's moves at Twitter.

Technology

26 hours ago Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Promises to Ensure Tax Dollars Support Healthy Foods, 'Scrutinize' Chemical Additives in Food Supply

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Donald Trump's nominee for Health and Human Services Secretary, promised Wednesday that if confirmed he will ensure tax dollars will support health foods and scrutinize chemical additives in the food supply. The post Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Promises to Ensure Tax Dollars Support Healthy Foods, ‘Scrutinize’ Chemical Additives in Food Supply appeared first on Breitbart.

Science

2 hours ago Former FAA administrator and airline pilot provides analysis on midair collision in D.C. area

Steve Inskeep speaks with former Federal Aviation Administrator Randy Babbitt about the midair collision in Washington, D.C.

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19 hours ago Meta agrees to pay Trump $25 million to settle lawsuit over Facebook and Instagram suspensions

Meta agreed to pay President Trump $25 million to settle a 2021 federal lawsuit alleging First Amendment violations after his suspension from Facebook and Instagram in the wake of the Jan. 6 attack.

Economics

3 hours ago U.S. Consulate Sends Out Travel Warning over Cartel Explosives in Mexico

The U.S. Consulate in Matamoros, Tamaulipas, issued a travel warning about drug cartels using land mines and other explosive devices in key border cities in the Mexican state of Tamaulipas. After initially trying to conceal information about those devices and having previously tried to discredit previous alerts dealing with cartel kidnappings, the Tamaulipas government claimed to welcome the warnings and asked the public to be careful when moving through rural dirt roads. The post U.S. Consulate Sends Out Travel Warning over Cartel Explosives in Mexico appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

2 hours ago Boston residents who’ve lost relatives to overdoses can now apply for financial assistance

Family members can receive up to $5,000 to cover services including childcare costs, clinical therapy or behavioral health support, and legal assistance. The post Boston residents who’ve lost relatives to overdoses can now apply for financial assistance appeared first on Boston.com.

Politics

9 hours ago Trans community fears Trump's actions will upend legal precedent on prison protections

One of President Trump's first executive orders impacts transgender inmates incarcerated in federal facilities. It's just one in a series of actions signed by Trump that target the trans community.

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4 hours ago AI creations edited by humans can likely be copyrighted in US, agency says

In the U.S., AI-generated creations — books, movies, and so forth— that have been edited by a human can likely be copyrighted, but those without any human modifications or additions cannot. That’s according to a report published by the U.S. Copyright Office (USCO) on Wednesday, which outlined scenarios in which AI-generated content might be eligible […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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14 hours ago The Southport Killer Was Fixated on Extreme Violence. But Was it Terrorism?

Axel Rudakubana, who killed three girls in a stabbing spree at a dance class, was obsessed with violence but had no known ideology. His case has led to calls for a rethink of counterterror strategy.

Events

8 hours ago Trump signs executive orders stripping federal funding from schools that teach CRT, supporting school choice

One executive order removes federal funding from K-12 schools that teach critical race theory, and another supports educational choice initiatives.

Politics

17 hours ago FEMA Fraud: Scam Artists Pose as Fire Victims to Steal Relief from Desperate Residents

Scammers have been applying for aid from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the recent California wildfires, filling in addresses within the burn zone before the actual residents can claim their relief. The post FEMA Fraud: Scam Artists Pose as Fire Victims to Steal Relief from Desperate Residents appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

9 hours ago MAHA supporter says 'American health is at stake' unless RFK Jr. can bring 'radical transparency' to system

Founder and CEO of Daily Nouri Caroline Carralero explains why she and so many others across party lines are in support of RFK, Jr. senate confirmation and his vision for the future of American health.

Politics

19 hours ago Exclusive — CIA Director John Ratcliffe Hopes Close Relationship with Kash Patel Helps Repair Agency’s Relations with FBI

CIA Director John Ratcliffe hopes his close relationship with President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the FBI, Kash Patel, leads to deeper cooperation between the intelligence and law enforcement behemoths, Ratcliffe told Breitbart News exclusively. The post Exclusive — CIA Director John Ratcliffe Hopes Close Relationship with Kash Patel Helps Repair Agency’s Relations with FBI appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

9 hours ago Marla Maples backs RFK Jr. for Trump Cabinet, advocates for healthier food choices

Marla Maples shares her hopes for the Make America Healthy Again movement surrounding the Trump administration, while showing support for RFK Jr.'s confirmation as HHS Secretary

Politics

20 hours ago Rihanna Shows Support for A$AP Rocky With Los Angeles Shooting Trial Appearance

Rihanna Shows Support for A$AP Rocky With Los Angeles Shooting Trial Appearance  Billboard

Events

10 hours ago Democratic Sen. Patty Murray discusses holding the Trump administration to account

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Democratic U.S. Sen. Patty Murray, vice chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, following the White House's withdrawal of an order to pause federal spending.

Politics

21 hours ago Los Angeles Chargers chase former Top 3 pick in free agency projections

Los Angeles Chargers chase former Top 3 pick in free agency projections  Sports Illustrated

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10 hours ago Tension builds around Tulsi Gabbard’s confirmation with key GOP Senators undecided

Tulsi Gabbard may be in danger of not getting confirmed as director of national intelligence as sources confirm she doesn't have enough Republican committee support as it stands.

Politics

22 hours ago Opinion | How the Healthcare Sector Can Support Los Angeles Amid the Wildfires

Opinion | How the Healthcare Sector Can Support Los Angeles Amid the Wildfires  Medpage Today

Events

12 hours ago Mayor Lurie Secures majority support for fentanyl ordinance in San Francisco

Mayor Lurie Secures majority support for fentanyl ordinance in San Francisco  KTVU FOX 2 San Francisco

Politics

22 hours ago White House Temporarily Pauses Certain Federal Financial Assistance Programs But U.S. District Judge Pauses Pause Until February 3

White House Temporarily Pauses Certain Federal Financial Assistance Programs But U.S. District Judge Pauses Pause Until February 3  Womble Bond Dickinson

Events

12 hours ago Trump order cracks down on antisemitism and could deport foreign student protesters

The executive order directs government agencies to use all available tools to prosecute or remove perpetrators of antisemitic harassment and violence, especially on college campuses.

Politics

22 hours ago Dozens of former FBI agents rally around Kash Patel's confirmation: 'Lives have been shattered'

A group of over 50 FBI agents have joined together in a letter in support of Trump's FBI Director nominee Kash Patel to lead the embattled bureau.

Events

13 hours ago Senate confirms Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency

Senate confirms Lee Zeldin to lead the Environmental Protection Agency  The Washington Post

Politics

24 hours ago White House still committed to freezing ‘woke’ funds despite rescinding OMB memo

The White House remains committed to freezing federal grants and loans aimed at “woke" programs, Fox News has learned, despite the administration’s move to rescind the original Office of Management and Budget memo — effectively ending the legal battle and any “confusion" for Americans.

Events

27 hours ago Trump fires two Democratic commissioners on civil rights enforcement agency as White House targets DEI

The White House fired Democrats Charlotte Burrows and Jocelyn Samuels from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), they each said.

Events

16 hours ago Passenger jet with 64 aboard collides with Army helicopter while landing at Reagan Airport near DC

The Federal Aviation Administration said the midair collision occurred around 9 p.m. EST when a regional jet that had departed from Wichita, Kansas, crashed into a military Blackhawk helicopter while on approach to an airport runway. The post Passenger jet with 64 aboard collides with Army helicopter while landing at Reagan Airport near DC appeared first on Boston.com.

Politics

27 hours ago Private prison firm gave $500K to Trump's inaugural, highlighting industry's support

Private prison firm CoreCivic donated $500,000 to Donald Trump's inaugural committee, underscoring the close relationship between Trump and the private prison industry.

Events

17 hours ago Head of Alaska environmental conservation agency named regional EPA administrator under Trump

Head of Alaska environmental conservation agency named regional EPA administrator under Trump  Anchorage Daily News

Politics

30 hours ago Britons Support Bringing Back Death Penalty For Child Killers and Terrorists, Say Pollsters

Two UK pollsters released research on the death penalty, finding strong support for executing terrorists in the wake of the Southport attack. The post Britons Support Bringing Back Death Penalty For Child Killers and Terrorists, Say Pollsters appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

18 hours ago Trump White House rescinds order freezing federal spending, reversing course

Trump White House rescinds order freezing federal spending, reversing course  The Washington Post

Politics

33 hours ago With a new home for DOGE in the White House, here's what you need to know

The Department of Government Efficiency, a post-election promise brought to life by President Trump via executive order looks different than its original proposal to broadly cut federal spending.

Events

19 hours ago Trump orders Education, Labor and other departments to enhance school choice

The president directed several departments to submit plans for using federal funds to expand school choice.

Politics

36 hours ago San Francisco community members rally to support business owner who was shot

San Francisco community members rally to support business owner who was shot  CBS News

Events

19 hours ago Trump's executive order aims to restrict education related to race, gender, politics

President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order that aims to cut federal funding to schools that teach certain lessons about race, sex, gender or politics.

Politics

39 hours ago Newsom’s LA Rises Initiative Not Just About Rebuilding Los Angeles, But City’s Rebirth & Path Forward For “The Next 50 Or 100 Years”

Newsom’s LA Rises Initiative Not Just About Rebuilding Los Angeles, But City’s Rebirth & Path Forward For “The Next 50 Or 100 Years”  Deadline

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20 hours ago Musk team’s push to gut federal workforce bypassed key Trump officials

Musk team’s push to gut federal workforce bypassed key Trump officials  The Washington Post

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39 hours ago Dick Durbin Pushes Anonymous Smear that Kash Patel 'Broke Protocol' When Commenting on a Hostage Rescue

Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL) on Monday pushed an anonymous smear about Federal Bureau of Investigation Director nominee Kash Patel just days ahead of his confirmation hearing on Thursday. The post Dick Durbin Pushes Anonymous Smear that Kash Patel ‘Broke Protocol’ When Commenting on a Hostage Rescue appeared first on Breitbart.

Events

20 hours ago Trump’s Federal Funding Freeze: Who Was Behind It and How Did It Unfold?

The order that froze trillions of dollars of federal grants and loans was published without vetting by key officials in the White House.

Politics

41 hours ago Texas Gov. Abbott orders DPS tactical strike teams to assist federal illegal immigration enforcement efforts

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ordered DPS tactical strike teams to assist the Trump administration's efforts to go after illegal immigrants inside the state, as Austin law enforcement officials vow to not comply.

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