AIPAC-backed Chicago Democrat loses primary despite outside spending blitz

AIPAC-backed Chicago Democrat loses primary despite outside spending blitz

Chicago City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Evrvin failed to defeat a crowded field of Democratic candidates Tuesday for a deep-blue House seat, despite the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) spending aggressively to put her over the top. Conyears-Ervin’s loss represents a notable defeat for the pro-Israel group, which frequently intervenes in Democratic primaries.  State Rep. LaShawn…

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Deadly blasts at market and hospital raise fears of renewed Boko Haram insurgency in Nigeria

Deadly blasts at market and hospital raise fears of renewed Boko Haram insurgency in Nigeria

Nigeria suicide bombings killed at least 23 people and wounded more than 100 others in Maiduguri, officials said Tuesday, as a Christian nonprofit leader warned the violence highlights ongoing religious persecution. The Associated Press reported that one of the deadliest attacks on Maiduguri in recent history involved explosions in crowded areas on Monday night, including…

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Why Trump is denouncing the media’s Iran war coverage as too negative – boosted by rhetorical FCC backing

Why Trump is denouncing the media’s Iran war coverage as too negative – boosted by rhetorical FCC backing

The U.S. military has devastated Iran and all but destroyed its military effectiveness. Period. Full stop.  Everyone recognizes this, and the coverage reflects it.  And yet President Donald Trump is accusing many in the media of wanting America to lose the war, and his FCC chairman is talking about networks losing their licenses.  There’s no…

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Jasmine Crockett defends her security guard who was killed in police standoff, wanted for impersonating cop

Jasmine Crockett defends her security guard who was killed in police standoff, wanted for impersonating cop

The man who worked security for Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, but was killed in a standoff with SWAT last week was accused of impersonating a police officer and other offenses, although the congresswoman is defending him, saying his criminal history does not include any violent offenses. The suspect, who was identified as Diamon-Mazairre Robinson, 39,…

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Jerry O’Connell claims wife, daughters ‘became physical’ after his comments about Harris losing to Trump

Jerry O’Connell claims wife, daughters ‘became physical’ after his comments about Harris losing to Trump

Actor Jerry O’Connell revealed in a new interview that his wife, actress Rebecca Romijn, and their daughters “became physical” with him after former Vice President Kamala Harris lost the 2024 presidential election. “If I say this, will I stay married?” the “Stand by Me” actor joked on Bill Maher’s “Club Random” podcast on Monday. O’Connell…

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WH chief of staff Susie Wiles diagnosed with early stage breast cancer, prognosis 'excellent,' Trump says

WH chief of staff Susie Wiles diagnosed with early stage breast cancer, prognosis ‘excellent,’ Trump says

White House chief of staff Susie Wiles has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer and will begin treatment immediately, President Donald Trump said Monday. Trump said Wiles has an “excellent” prognosis and plans to continue working at the White House while undergoing treatment. “Her Strength and her Commitment to continue doing the job she loves,…

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