'I Think I've Done Enough': Elon Musk Says He'll Step Back From Political Spending 'I Think I've Done Enough': Elon Musk Says He'll Step Back From Political Spending
'I Think I've Done Enough': Elon Musk Says He'll Step Back From Political Spending Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk says he plans to cut back on future political spending just weeks after taking a step back from his role in President Donald Trump’s administration. "I think I've done enough,” the 53-year-old Musk said at the Qatar Economic Forum on Tuesday, May 20. “If I see a reason to do political spending in the future, I will do it. I don’t currently see a reason.”  Musk contributed approximately $290 million of his own money to support Trump in the 2024 presidential election. But since then, his efforts have been far less successful. He contributed f…
Trump Unveils ‘Golden Dome’ Space Anti-Missile System Costing Billions Trump Unveils ‘Golden Dome’ Space Anti-Missile System Costing Billions
Trump Unveils ‘Golden Dome’ Space Anti-Missile System Costing Billions This story has been updated. President Trump has announced the formation of a massive, so-called "Golden Dome" antimissile shield defense system. It would integrate ground-based interceptors and satellites to defend against sophisticated threats. "Once fully constructed the 'Golden Dome' will be capable of intercepting missiles even if they are launched from other sides of the world and even if they are launched from space," Trump said in the Oval Office Tuesday afternoon, May 20. Space Force General Michael Guetlein is expected to lead the project that aims to protect the US against thre…
Hochul Touts One-Time Baby Bonus For Eligible NY Families: Here's How Much To Expect Hochul Touts One-Time Baby Bonus For Eligible NY Families: Here's How Much To Expect
Hochul Touts One-Time Baby Bonus For Eligible NY Families: Here's How Much To Expect Expecting a baby? New York’s latest state budget will soon deliver a financial boost for some growing families. Low-income families with new babies who are on public assistance are eligible for an $1,800 birth allowance, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Tuesday, May 20. Known as the BABY Benefit (Birth Allowance for Beginning Year), the one-time cash payment was among a slate of measures in the newly passed FY 2026 state budget meant to ease the burden of birth-related expenses, Hochul’s office said. “By putting more money in the pockets of working families, the BABY Benefit will contribute …
Hov Hits Albany: Jay-Z Makes Surprise Visit To Capitol With High-Stakes Pitch Hov Hits Albany: Jay-Z Makes Surprise Visit To Capitol With High-Stakes Pitch
Hov Hits Albany: Jay-Z Makes Surprise Visit To Capitol With High-Stakes Pitch Jay-Z’s got 99 problems, and landing a Times Square gaming license just might be one. It’s not every day the New York State Capitol gets a visit from Hov. But the music mogul and business powerhouse made an unannounced stop in Albany on Monday, May 19. Jay-Z, legal name Shawn Carter, met with Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins to discuss something a little glitzier than legislation: a proposed Caesars Palace casino in Times Square, Albany station WRGB reports. The Brooklyn-born rapper’s company, Roc Nation, is part of a bid to secure one of the state’s coveted new downstate gami…
Trouble Ahead For Hochul In NY Governor's Race, Fresh Polling Shows Trouble Ahead For Hochul In NY Governor's Race, Fresh Polling Shows
Trouble Ahead For Hochul In NY Governor's Race, Fresh Polling Shows Fresh polling has alarm bells ringing in Albany. As New York’s 2026 race for governor begins to take shape, a new Siena College poll shows voters are craving new leadership, though incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul still leads potential Democratic challengers by a wide margin. The poll, released Tuesday, May 20, found that 36% of voters are ready to reelect Hochul, while 55% prefer “someone else,” a 10-point dip in support compared to last month. Her favorability rating sits at 44-46% and job approval at 50-46%—largely unchanged from April. Among Democrats, Hochul remains the frontrunner in a hy…
Trump Demands 'Major Investigations' Into Bruce Springsteen, 3 Other Celebrities Trump Demands 'Major Investigations' Into Bruce Springsteen, 3 Other Celebrities
Trump Demands 'Major Investigations' Into Bruce Springsteen, 3 Other Celebrities After firing back at Bruce Springsteen for criticizing him during a concert tour, President Trump is now calling for “major investigations” into Springsteen and other celebrities for their support of his opponent, Kamala Harris, in the 2024 election. In addition to Springsteen, Trump also named two other singer/songwriters — Bono and Beyoncé — as well as longtime TV host, actress, and producer Oprah Winfrey. Giving the all-caps key his usual workout, Trump posted on his Truth Social platform on Monday, May 19: “HOW MUCH DID KAMALA HARRIS PAY BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN FOR HIS POOR PERFORMANCE D…
VP JD Vance Raises Doubts About Biden’s Fitness As President Post-Cancer Diagnosis VP JD Vance Raises Doubts About Biden’s Fitness As President Post-Cancer Diagnosis
VP JD Vance Raises Doubts About Biden’s Fitness As President Post-Cancer Diagnosis Vice President JD Vance is questioning former President Joe Biden’s ability to serve as commander-in-chief following the announcement of Biden’s diagnosis with advanced prostate cancer.  Vance made the statement while speaking to the media aboard Air Force Two on Monday, May 19, on the way back from Rome where he attended the papal inauguration at St. Peter's Square. While Vance conveyed his hopes for Biden’s recovery, the VP stated, "Look, I will say, whether the right time to have this conversation is now or at some point in the future. We really do need to be honest about whether th…
Trump Jr. Draws Fire For Raising Questions About Biden Cancer Disclosure Trump Jr. Draws Fire For Raising Questions About Biden Cancer Disclosure
Trump Jr. Draws Fire For Raising Questions About Biden Cancer Disclosure Donald Trump Jr. has sparked controversy by suggesting news of former President Joe Biden's prostate cancer was hidden. “What I want to know is how did Dr. Jill Biden miss stage five metastatic cancer or is this yet another coverup???” the first son wrote on both the Truth Social and X social media platforms. Biden was actually diagnosed with a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5), not Stage 5 cancer.  Biden's office said in a statement on Sunday, May 18, that he received the diagnosis on Friday, May 16, and that the cancer had spread to the bone. That came after a “small nodule” was fo…
Secret Service Interviews Former FBI Director Over Trump's 'Assassination' Post Secret Service Interviews Former FBI Director Over Trump's 'Assassination' Post
Secret Service Interviews Former FBI Director Over Trump's 'Assassination' Post Agents with the U.S. Secret Service spoke to former FBI Director James Comey after an Instagram post sparked speculation that he was advocating for the assassination of former President Donald Trump, his one-time boss. Last week, Comey posted a photo of seashells arranged to spell out “8647.” The number 86 is often used as slang for “to get rid of” something, NPR reported. In the restaurant industry, it means to eliminate an item from the menu. Many observers interpreted the number 47 as a reference to Trump potentially becoming the 47th president. Comey said in the caption that he found a …
Video Shows Moment Ben & Jerry’s Co-Founder Ben Cohen Is Hauled Out Of Senate Over Gaza Protest Video Shows Moment Ben & Jerry’s Co-Founder Ben Cohen Is Hauled Out Of Senate Over Gaza Protest
Video Shows Moment Ben & Jerry’s Co-Founder Ben Cohen Is Hauled Out Of Senate Over Gaza Protest Dramatic video shows the moment Ben & Jerry’s co-founder and Long Island native Ben Cohen was escorted out of a US Senate hearing while protesting Congress’ role in the Israel-Hamas war. The 74-year-old Cohen was arrested Wednesday, May 14, after joining several protesters in interrupting a Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee hearing that featured testimony from Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Capitol Police said Cohen and the others were charged with “crowding, obstructing, or incommoding,” a misdemeanor offense related to illegal protesting…
School Of Horror: Hochul To Apologize For NY’s Role In Native Child Abuse At Notorious Site School Of Horror: Hochul To Apologize For NY’s Role In Native Child Abuse At Notorious Site
School Of Horror: Hochul To Apologize For NY’s Role In Native Child Abuse At Notorious Site New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is gearing up to formally acknowledge a painful chapter in the state's history. Hochul is planning a historic visit to Seneca Nation Territory to apologize for the state’s role in the abuses carried out at the Thomas Indian School. In a joint statement, the governor and Seneca Nation President JC Seneca called it a pivotal moment in the long road to healing for Indigenous communities affected by the state-run boarding school system. The visit, scheduled for Tuesday, May 20, on the Seneca Nation’s Cattaraugus Territory will mark the first time a sitting…
Supreme Court Blocks Trump From Restarting 1798 Alien Enemies Act For Deportations Supreme Court Blocks Trump From Restarting 1798 Alien Enemies Act For Deportations
Supreme Court Blocks Trump From Restarting 1798 Alien Enemies Act For Deportations The Supreme Court has reaffirmed a temporary suspension of deportations for Venezuelan migrants facing removal under a seldom-used wartime law cited by the Trump administration. The high court has directed a federal appeals court to review claims from the migrants, asserting that their deportation under the Alien Enemies Act is legally questionable. The measure, enacted in the year 1798, permits deportations only under specific circumstances of national threat, leading to a judicial examination of the administration’s application of this statute.  This Supreme Court order will remain …
'Obnoxious Jerk': Trump Hits Back At Bruce Springsteen After Singer's Onstage Attack 'Obnoxious Jerk': Trump Hits Back At Bruce Springsteen After Singer's Onstage Attack
'Obnoxious Jerk': Trump Hits Back At Bruce Springsteen After Singer's Onstage Attack Donald Trump fired back at Bruce Springsteen following the singer’s scathing onstage criticism of his administration during the first stop of his international tour. The 75-year-old Springsteen opened the show in Manchester, England, with a powerful statement that was met with roaring applause on Wednesday night, May 14. "In my home, the America I love, the America I've written about that has been a beacon of hope and liberty for 250 years, is currently in the hands of a corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous administration," Springsteen said. "Tonight, we ask all who believe in democracy an…
'Dangerous Loophole' Shielding Drugged Drivers Must End, DA Urges NY Lawmakers 'Dangerous Loophole' Shielding Drugged Drivers Must End, DA Urges NY Lawmakers
'Dangerous Loophole' Shielding Drugged Drivers Must End, DA Urges NY Lawmakers With the clock ticking on New York’s legislative session, a Long Island district attorney is urging lawmakers to pass legislation he says is critical to saving lives. Suffolk County DA Raymond Tierney and a statewide coalition of prosecutors , safety advocates, and public health leaders kicked off a series of “Days of Action” in Albany on Monday, May 12, demanding politicians pass the Deadly Driving Bill. If approved, the law would close a “dangerous loophole” in New York’s drugged driving laws, Tierney said. Under current law, prosecutors cannot pursue charges against drivers impaired by s…
Bruce Springsteen Attacks 'Corrupt, Incompetent, Treasonous' Trump Administration At Concert Bruce Springsteen Attacks 'Corrupt, Incompetent, Treasonous' Trump Administration At Concert
Bruce Springsteen Attacks 'Corrupt, Incompetent, Treasonous' Trump Administration At Concert Iconic singer and songwriter Bruce Springsteen unleashed a sharp rebuke of the Trump administration while onstage during a concert. The 75-year-old Springsteen opened the show in Manchester, England, with a powerful statement that was met with roaring applause on Wednesday night, May 14. "In my home, the America I love, the America I've written about that has been a beacon of hope and liberty for 250 years, is currently in the hands of a corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous administration," Springsteen said. "Tonight, we ask all who believe in democracy and the best of our American experim…
RFK Jr. Posts Pics Of Family In Rock Creek, Where Swimming Is Banned For Health Risks RFK Jr. Posts Pics Of Family In Rock Creek, Where Swimming Is Banned For Health Risks
RFK Jr. Posts Pics Of Family In Rock Creek, Where Swimming Is Banned For Health Risks Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. took a questionable swim with his family to celebrate Mother's Day on Sunday.  Kennedy shared photos of himself and his grandchildren on Sunday afternoon, posing and playing in the water in Rock Creek. "Mother’s Day hike in Dumbarton Oaks Park with Amaryllis, Bobby, Kick, and Jackson, and a swim with my grandchildren, Bobcat and Cassius in Rock Creek," he wrote on X.  Mother’s Day hike in Dumbarton Oaks Park with Amaryllis, Bobby, Kick, and Jackson, and a swim with my grandchildren, Bobcat and Cassius in Rock Creek. pic…
US, China Reach Breakthrough On Trade Deal After Geneva Talks: White House US, China Reach Breakthrough On Trade Deal After Geneva Talks: White House
US, China Reach Breakthrough On Trade Deal After Geneva Talks: White House After two days of intense, high-stakes negotiations in Geneva, the United States and China have reached a breakthrough on a new trade agreement aimed at easing tensions and addressing the $1.2 trillion trade deficit, the White House announced. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent and US Trade Representative Ambassador Jamieson Greer announced the deal on Sunday, May 11, following face-to-face meetings with Chinese officials in Switzerland. BREAKING: U.S. Announces China Trade Deal in Geneva pic.twitter.com/JjgvYAvAGe — The White House (@WhiteHouse) May 11, 2025 “I’m happy to report …
Trump To Accept Luxury Jet From Qatari Royal Family As New Air Force One: Reports Trump To Accept Luxury Jet From Qatari Royal Family As New Air Force One: Reports
Trump To Accept Luxury Jet From Qatari Royal Family As New Air Force One: Reports The Trump administration is poised to accept a luxurious Boeing 747-8 jet described as a "palace in the sky" from the Qatari royal family, which will be upgraded to serve as Air Force One, according to multiple reports. A senior official familiar with the matter said that the aircraft would later be donated to Trump’s presidential library, allowing him continued access as a private citizen, according to a report in The New York Times. A brand-new commercial Boeing 747-8 is valued at approximately $418 million, according to Simple Flying. The plan, which may represent one of the largest for…
Trump Declares 'Total Reset' After Trade Talks With China Trump Declares 'Total Reset' After Trade Talks With China
Trump Declares 'Total Reset' After Trade Talks With China President Donald Trump hailed significant advancements in trade negotiations with China, describing the discussions over the last couple of days as a “total reset” following weeks of escalating tensions between the world’s two largest economies. While specifics about the progress were not disclosed by Trump or US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who is leading the discussions in Geneva, Switzerland, the talks are ongoing. In a post on Truth Social early Sunday, May 11, Trump said: “A very good meeting today with China, in Switzerland. Many things discussed, much agreed to. A total reset ne…
White House Weighing Suspension Of Habeas Corpus To Combat Immigration Crisis: Reports White House Weighing Suspension Of Habeas Corpus To Combat Immigration Crisis: Reports
White House Weighing Suspension Of Habeas Corpus To Combat Immigration Crisis: Reports President Donald Trump is reportedly considering suspending habeas corpus—the right a person has to challenge their detention in court—ABC News reports. White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller told reporters that the move is being considered to "take care of the immigration problem," ABC News said. Suspension of habeas corpus is traditionally reserved for "actual rebellion or invasion posing the most dire threats to public safety," according to CNN senior legal analyst and former federal prosecutor Elie Honig. "The Privilege of the Writ of Habeas Corpus shall not be susp…
Trump Considers Renaming Another Part Of World Trump Considers Renaming Another Part Of World
Trump Considers Renaming Another Part Of World In a move that could reshape diplomatic discourse, President Donald Trump is reportedly considering a proposal to rename another part of the world. This time, it’s far from the continental US. Trump is weighing the idea of officially changing the name of the Persian Gulf to either the Gulf of Arabia or the Arabian Gulf. The proposal could surface during his upcoming trip to the Middle East, where he is scheduled to visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. The Persian Gulf lies between Iran and the Arabian Peninsula. Iran has already pushed back, with Foreign Minister Abbas…
Elmo's LinkedIn Goes Viral After Federal Layoff — Yes, You Read That Right Elmo's LinkedIn Goes Viral After Federal Layoff — Yes, You Read That Right
Elmo's LinkedIn Goes Viral After Federal Layoff — Yes, You Read That Right Even Elmo isn't immune to cuts by the Trump administration.  With the president canceling certain grants that will greatly impact PBS, the historic puppet is looking for a job, according to a hilarious — and sad — "LinkedIn" post that went viral on social media.  Elmo’s LinkedIn update has me 😫😫😫 pic.twitter.com/mSJnw5k3Xz — Amanda Litman (@amandalitman) May 8, 2025 "Unfortunately, Elmo was recently laid off because of the federal budget cuts," the post on a since-deleted account reads. "Elmo worked at Sesame Street for 45 years. Elmo is sad. Elmo loved his time at Sesame Str…
Trump Names Former Westchester DA Jeanine Pirro Interim US Attorney For DC Trump Names Former Westchester DA Jeanine Pirro Interim US Attorney For DC
Trump Names Former Westchester DA Jeanine Pirro Interim US Attorney For DC Former Westchester District Attorney Fox News host Jeanine Pirro has been named interim United States Attorney for the District of Columbia, President Donald Trump announced Thursday, May 8. “Jeanine is incredibly well qualified for this position, and is considered one of the Top District Attorneys in the History of the State of New York,” Trump posted on Truth Social. “She is in a class by herself. Congratulations Jeanine!” Pirro, 73, was elected Westchester County Court judge in 1990 and district attorney in 1993, making her the first woman ever elected to either role. As DA, she launched…
New Pope Blasted Trump, Vance On X Before Election — And Now He’s In The Vatican New Pope Blasted Trump, Vance On X Before Election — And Now He’s In The Vatican
New Pope Blasted Trump, Vance On X Before Election — And Now He’s In The Vatican President Trump welcomed the new pope — though Pope Leo XIV hasn’t always welcomed him. As recently as three weeks ago, Pope Leo XIV — formerly known as Chicago's Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, 69 — shared articles and news on social media critical of President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and some of the administration's hard-line stances. Tweets condemning Trump date back to 2015, when he shared a story from the Washington Post about Trump's "anti-immigrant rhetoric."  In February, Prevost slammed Vance, stating that "Jesus doesn't ask us to rank our love for others," with a …
'What President Talks Like That?' Biden Blasts Trump In First Interview After Leaving Office 'What President Talks Like That?' Biden Blasts Trump In First Interview After Leaving Office
'What President Talks Like That?' Biden Blasts Trump In First Interview After Leaving Office In his first interview since leaving office, former President Joe Biden criticized President Trump at length.  Biden described Trump's actions regarding the Russia-Ukraine war as "modern-day appeasement," saying it's foolish to think Russian President Vladimir Putin would stop if Ukraine cedes territory.  "Anybody that thinks he's going to stop is just foolish," Biden told BBC. Biden expressed concern about the potential breakdown of US-Europe relations under Trump's leadership, stating it "would change the modern history of the world."  He emphasized the importance of NATO…
NY Among 19 States Suing To Reverse Trump's 20,000 Health Care Job Cuts: 'Reckless, Dangerous' NY Among 19 States Suing To Reverse Trump's 20,000 Health Care Job Cuts: 'Reckless, Dangerous'
NY Among 19 States Suing To Reverse Trump's 20,000 Health Care Job Cuts: 'Reckless, Dangerous' Over one-third of U.S. states are urging a federal judge to reverse President Donald Trump’s decision to cut 20,000 Department of Health and Human Services employees, arguing the move could have dangerous and long-lasting effects on public health. Nineteen states — including Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, and Maryland — along with Washington, D.C., filed a lawsuit in Rhode Island on Monday, May 5. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced in March that the agency would cut nearly 25 percent of its workforce as part of Trump’s push to overhaul the federal government and reduce spendin…
Trump Can Ban Transgender People From Military, Supreme Court Rules Trump Can Ban Transgender People From Military, Supreme Court Rules
Trump Can Ban Transgender People From Military, Supreme Court Rules The Supreme Court has ruled that President Donald Trump may continue with his initiative to prohibit transgender individuals from serving in the military as cases objecting to the policy proceed. The order, announced Tuesday afternoon, May 6, includes the potential removal of currently serving transgender personnel.  However, it's not the final word on the matter as litigation continues, but during that time, the order will be in effect. Three of the nine justices dissented with the majority ruling: Obama appointees Elena Kagan and Sonia Sotomayor and Biden appointee Ketanji…
Social Worker Forcibly Removed From Rep. Mike Lawler's Town Hall In Hudson Valley Social Worker Forcibly Removed From Rep. Mike Lawler's Town Hall In Hudson Valley
Social Worker Forcibly Removed From Rep. Mike Lawler's Town Hall In Hudson Valley A social worker was forcibly removed from a town hall hosted by Rep. Mike Lawler (NY-17) in Westchester County, prompting an outcry from attendees and local progressive groups.  The incident occurred Sunday evening, May 4, when Emily Feiner, a resident of New York’s 17th Congressional District and local social worker, was reportedly singled out by private security and physically dragged out of the event, according to a statement from the New York Working Families Party. Lawler, a Republican who represents New York's 17th Congressional District, represents all of Rockland and Putna…
Trump On Whether He Must Uphold Constitution: ‘I Don’t Know’ Trump On Whether He Must Uphold Constitution: ‘I Don’t Know’
Trump On Whether He Must Uphold Constitution: ‘I Don’t Know’ President Donald Trump says you should ask his lawyers if he needs to uphold the Constitution. In an NBC interview on "Meet the Press" released on Sunday, May 4, the commander-in-chief fielded a number of questions, including one targeting his ongoing plan to carry out millions of mass deportations. In the interview, Trump argued that due process would require millions of trials, for "murderers, drug dealers, some of the most dangerous people out there ... The courts are holding me from doing it."  When pushed about whether the deportations were constitutional, Trump deferred to his c…
Trump Goes Full Sith With Red Lightsaber In White House’s May The 4th AI Post Trump Goes Full Sith With Red Lightsaber In White House’s May The 4th AI Post
Trump Goes Full Sith With Red Lightsaber In White House’s May The 4th AI Post Laugh it up, fuzzball. For the second straight day, the White House had fun using AI to impose President Donald Trump's face into an image, this time to celebrate "Star Wars Day."  On Sunday, May the Fourth (Force), the White House shared an image of Trump flanked by two bald eagles and American flags, while armed with a red lightsaber.  Others known to use red lightsabers in the Star Wars universe include Darth Vader, Darth Maul, Darth Sidious, and Kylo Ren. All fell to the Dark Side.  Happy May the 4th to all, including the Radical Left Lunatics who are fighting …
Trump Suggests Pair Of Possible Successors In Shift From Talk Of Third Presidential Term Trump Suggests Pair Of Possible Successors In Shift From Talk Of Third Presidential Term
Trump Suggests Pair Of Possible Successors In Shift From Talk Of Third Presidential Term President Donald Trump indicated he will leave office after his second term in a brand-new development, citing constraints that prevent him from seeking a third term. In an interview with NBC News' Meet the Press that aired on Sunday morning, May 4, Trump acknowledged, "I'll be an eight-year president, I'll be a two-term president. I always thought that was very important."  He also mentioned potential successors, highlighting Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio as capable leaders to carry the MAGA mantle. Trump's comments come after previously suggesting h…