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Associated Press

Kennedy to Head HHS

Trump’s nomination of RFK Jr. as Secretary of Health has sparked alarm among experts, who are concerned over his opposition to vaccines and promises to overhaul health agencies and policies.

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The Hill

McCarthy: Gaetz Won't Be Confirmed

Kevin McCarthy predicted that Matt Gaetz, Trump’s pick for attorney general won’t be confirmed by the Senate, saying, “Gaetz couldn’t win in a Republican conference, so it doesn't matter.”

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ABC News

Why Voters Chose Trump

Despite his unpopularity, Trump won the election by capitalizing on voter concerns about immigration, the economy, and leadership, while many overlooked misgivings about his rhetoric and character.

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The Wall Street Journal

The Luck of the Draw

“My college initiation involved the unexpected friendship of a 6-foot-5 inch football player nicknamed ‘Lone Wolf.’ I feel sorry for my son, who handpicked someone just like him.”

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Forbes

No Joke: Onion Buys Infowars

The Onion purchased Alex Jones’ Infowars out of bankruptcy to help pay the $1.5 billion owed to Sandy Hook families and plans to relaunch it as a parody site raising awareness about gun violence.

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CNN

What Could Musk Cut?

Elon Musk, tapped by Trump to lead the Department of Government Efficiency, plans to cut $2 trillion in federal spending, raising concerns about feasibility and impacts on major programs.

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NBC News

FDA Employees Brace for Bobby

FDA employees are considering leaving as Trump floats RFK Jr., known for his vaccine skepticism, for a key health role, raising fears about the agency's future direction.

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Politico

Durbin Wants Gaetz Report Preserved

Senate Judiciary Chair Dick Durbin has demanded the House Ethics Committee share its report on Matt Gaetz, citing its potential relevance to his Senate confirmation.

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The New York Times

Trump's Reckless Choices

The NYT Editorial Board criticizes Trump's appointments of unqualified loyalists, warning of the dangers of placing personal allegiance over competence in national security and law enforcement.

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Vice

"I Was Maced by Nick Fuentes"

Marla Rose recounts her experience of being maced by far-right streamer Nick Fuentes, with video of the attack displaying the dangerous hostility faced by activists who challenge white supremacist figures.

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The Atlantic

How the Ivy League Broke America

David Brooks argues that America's Ivy League-driven meritocracy has fostered elitism and cultural divide, leading to resentment among those who feel alienated by this narrow definition of success.

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Chicago Tribune

Next Time Oprah, Write the Check

The Harris campaign’s $1 million payment to Oprah Winfrey's Harpo Productions for a celebrity-filled town hall has sparked criticism, with voters preferring to hear Harris’s plans directly.

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Reuters

Polymarket CEO Home Raided

The FBI raided Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan’s NYC apartment, seizing electronics as part of an investigation into allegations of illegal U.S. betting on the crypto-powered prediction market.

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ESPN

Tyson Slaps Paul at Weigh-In

Tensions boiled over at the final weigh-in when Mike Tyson slapped Jake Paul during their stare-down, escalating the buzz surrounding tonigh’s highly anticipated boxing match.

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BBC

Manson Spoke of More Killings

A Peacock docuseries features newly-released audio of cult leader Charles Manson admitting to murders beyond the infamous nine committed by his followers in 1969, recounting violent events in Mexico.

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ABC News

New DA Noncommittal

LA's new DA Nathan Hochman emphasized the need for a cautious and thorough review of all evidence before deciding whether to resentence the Menendez brothers amid rising public calls for their release.

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Vox

Most Dangerous Roads in America

America's deadliest roads, like Philly's Roosevelt Blvd, highlight a crisis of outdated, state-controlled urban highways that prioritize speed over safety, leaving cities struggling to protect their residents.

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Axios

Dems Caught Flat-Footed on Trans Attacks

Senate Democrats, blindsided by a $77 million GOP ad blitz on transgender issues, faced internal criticism post-election for being unprepared to counter attacks that contributed to key losses in red states.

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PHL17 News

Eagles Beat Commanders

Saquon Barkley’s two late touchdowns powered the Eagles to a gritty 26-18 victory over the Commanders, extending their NFC East lead and marking their sixth straight win.

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NPR

Secret UAP Programs?

Experts testified before Congress, alleging the U.S. runs secret UAP retrieval programs and holds advanced nonhuman technology, amplifying calls for transparency in investigating unexplained phenomena.

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