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From House amendment to guitar performance, Dems try to put Trump and MAGA on defense over Epstein controversy

Democrats are seizing on the latest controversy facing President Donald Trump as his MAGA supporters express outrage over the Department of Justice’s announcement that it will not be releasing any bombshell report related to the conviction of pedophile sex trafficker, Jeffrey Epstein. From a legislative procedure and public statements to even an original guitar performance, the minority party is using every lever it has to make the outrage over the Epstein files stick politically for Trump. Republicans are noticeably divided […]

todayJuly 15, 2025

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Nelly takes dig at Kamala Harris and her ‘white husband’ while defending Trump inauguration performance

Backlash over rapper Nelly’s controversial decision to perform at President Donald Trump‘s inauguration continues to brew amid ongoing social media debate. The hip-hop star recently discussed the controversy on his new reality show, “We Belong Together,” with his wife Ashanti, and in a recent interview with Hot 97’s “Ebro In The Morning.” Nelly explained to the radio show that his performance was not about being “pro-Donald Trump” but rather about “respect for office.” According to Miami rapper Trick Daddy, Nelly […]

todayJune 29, 2025 1

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White House Correspondents’ Association cancels Amber Ruffin performance at dinner

Comedian Amber Ruffin will no longer serve as headline performer at this year’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner, the White House Correspondents’ Association announced on Saturday. “The WHCA board has unanimously decided we are no longer featuring a comedic performance this year,” said Eugene Daniels, WHCA president, in a statement to association members. He continued, “At this consequential moment for journalism, I want to ensure the focus is not on the politics of division but entirely on awarding our colleagues for […]

todayMarch 29, 2025

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Republican Rep. Gaetz slammed for boycotting Super Bowl over ‘Lift Every Voice and Sing’ performance

U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., is being slammed for controversial remarks he made ahead of R&B singer Andra Day’s Super Bowl performance of “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”In a statement provided to theGrio, U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Ill., said she was “disappointed” in Gaetz’s remarks. “It was a great game, and Andra did a beautiful job, so ultimately it was his loss,” she added. “Matt Gaetz failed to make any point except to show how ignorant he is.” Democratic strategist […]

todayFebruary 12, 2024 1