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Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla Forcibly Removed From Secretary Kristi Noem’s Press Conference and Handcuffed

Alex Padilla · Los Angeles

Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla Forcibly Removed From Secretary Kristi Noem’s Press Conference and Handcuffed

43% Center coverage: 511 sources

'No Kings' protest against Trump policies scheduled for Saturday

US Politics · United States

'No Kings' protest against Trump policies scheduled for Saturday

61% Center coverage: 342 sources

Opponents of President Donald Trump’s administration are set to rally in hundreds of cities on Saturday during the military parade in Washington for the Army’s 250th anniversary — which coincides with Trump’s birthday.The “No Kings” protests are set to take place to counter what organizers say are Trump’s plans to feed his ego on what is also his 79th birthday and Flag Day. The Army birthday celebration had already been planned. But earlier this…See the Story

Ananda Lewis, former MTV VJ who shared breast cancer journey, has died at 52

Celebrity · United States

Ananda Lewis, former MTV VJ who shared breast cancer journey, has died at 52

57% Center coverage: 172 sources

Ananda Lewis, a former MTV VJ who connected a generation of music fans to their favorite celebrities in the network’s heyday, has died. She was reportedly 52. See the Story

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Maxine Waters on troop deployment to LA: Trump a ‘cruel, dishonorable human being’

Low coverage from Left Sources

Maxine Waters on troop deployment to LA: Trump a ‘cruel, dishonorable human being’

Mostly Mixed or Lower Factuality Sources

Some Republicans Have Regrets About Backing Trump’s Bill: NYT

No coverage from Right Sources

Some Republicans Have Regrets About Backing Trump’s Bill: NYT

Nelly and Ashanti to Star in a New Reality Show This Summer

67% Left coverage: 6 sources

The newlyweds are pulling back the curtain on their relationship in a new series.Celebrity · United States See the Story

Shannon Sharpe Apologies to Nicki Minaj After She Disses Him: ‘Hopefully We Can Move Forward’

60% Left coverage: 5 sources

Nicki Minaj has received a formal apology from Shannon Sharpe after the rapper dissed him on Lil Wayne‘s “Banned From NO (Remix).” In the latest episode of Sharpe’s Nightcap podcast, the NFL legend said he was sorry to Minaj, and explained how their misunderstanding led to him being name dropped on Weezy’s new track. “Bout to cop you slides, all you do is flip-flop / If I send a pic of Shannon, you ain’t that Sharpe,” Minaj rapped. The line …Lil Wayne · United States See the Story

What Black Men Secretly Want For Father's Day

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

It's not socks. Nor is it cologne. What Black men want for Father's Day is simple and free.Read more...Read Article

5 Gangsta Moves From Gov. Gavin Newsom Throughout the Years

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Between his quick comebacks and his no-BS attitude, Gov. Newsom might just be one of the biggest Democrat gangsters. Read more...Gavin Newsom · Sacramento Read Article

Woman Makes Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich During Court Hearing

34% Center coverage: 3 sources

DETROIT (WWJ) — In any court hearing, you want to balance the evidence, spread the facts evenly, and hope nobody gets jammed up in cross-examination. What if you apply those methods to making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich while you’re in front of the judge? Probably not the best idea. Asia Outerbridge found herself in a bit of a jam when she was called out for making her daughter a sandwich during a virtual court hearing. The Metro Detroit …Zoom · Detroit See the Story

Kenny Lattimore and Faith Jenkins Go After Youtubers For Spreading Lies About Them

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Lattimore, a popular singer, has remained out of the headlines as of late. But this new development has now changed that!Read more...Read Article

'Iconic' Rapper Implicated in "Jane's" Diddy Trial Testimony

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

So... it's not just Diddy hosting freakoffs?Read more...Social Media · New York See the Story

Florida Sheriff Who Threatened to Kill Protesters Has History of Corruption, Racial Profiling and Bribery Accusations

100% Left coverage: 2 sources

Florida Sheriff Wayne Ivey and his office have been sued multiple times throughout the years, including for false arrest and imprisonment.Brevard County · Brevard County See the Story

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