At a recent conservative gathering, tensions ran high as prominent figures took shots at each other instead of focusing on their usual targets. Erika Kirk, now leading the influential organization after her husband's passing, tried to keep things light, comparing the event to a lively family Thanksg
Celebrities often stick their necks out for politicians. They endorse candidates, hoping to sway their fans. But do their fans actually listen? In 2016, six big names supported different U. S. presidential candidates. Researchers checked out Twitter to see how fans reacted. They found something sur
Election Day in the United States saw a wave of celebrities taking to social media to endorse their preferred candidates and causes. Many stars focused on the New York City mayoral race, with several backing socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani. Comedian Ilana Glazer, actor Mark Ruffalo, and activist
New York City, New Jersey, and Virginia are in the spotlight today as crucial elections unfold. The spotlight is on the mayoral race in New York City, where Republican groups are targeting Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani. They aim to link him to the broader Democratic Party, painting Democrats as
Chicago was buzzing this week, with Lollapalooza bringing in crowds and big-name artists like Olivia Rodrigo and Tyler, the Creator. But the city wasn't just about music; politics was heating up too. Governor Pritzker signed some important bills, including one to boost pensions for certain Chicago p
Bruce Springsteen and Donald Trump are in a public spat. It's not the first time a musician has clashed with a politician. But this time, it's personal. The former president took to his social media platform, Truth Social, to criticize the singer. He shared a video of himself hitting a golf ball. T
There's a lot of talk about Andrew Cuomo these days. He's running for mayor of New York City and has just secured a big endorsement. The 1199SEIU, the city's largest health care workers' union, has thrown its support behind him. This might seem surprising to some. After all, the union's leader, Geor
Oakland, California, has a new leader at the helm. Barbara Lee, a well-known figure in progressive politics, has been elected as the city's new mayor. She won the race against Loren Taylor, who conceded the victory after the April 15 vote. Lee, at 78, is no stranger to public service, having represe
The recent promotion of Tesla stock by a high-ranking official has sparked conversations about government ethics. This incident is not the first time a government figure has endorsed a product, but it raises questions about the boundaries of ethical behavior in public office. The Commerce Secretary
Elon Musk, the founder of SpaceX and Tesla, along with hedge fund manager John Paulson, has a big idea for the U. S. budget if former President Donald Trump is re-elected. They want to slash spending by a massive $2 trillion. Musk's plan involves creating a government efficiency commission that he w
