Students at Thurston High School in Oregon staged a walkout this week after a teacher sparked outrage by publicly celebrating the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk. Despite widespread backlash, the teacher remains employed at the school.
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker is making a national pitch for his state to become the hub of America’s quantum computing revolution. Speaking at the 2025 Quantum World Congress in Virginia, Pritzker invited top researchers, investors, and startups to consider relocating their operations to Chicago and beyond.
Bernville, Pennsylvania Mayor Shawn Raup-Konsavage (D) is facing severe backlash after he posted on social media that he is “glad” Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk is dead. His comment read, “This is what MAGA represents, This is what Trump lowered flags for. If this represents you then I don’t want to hear that you are offended that I’m glad he is gone.”
President Donald Trump on Thursday criticized Jimmy Kimmel harshly following ABC’s decision to pull Jimmy Kimmel Live! off the air indefinitely. The suspension came after remarks Kimmel made about the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk.
Kamala Harris, in her memoir 107 Days, reveals Pete Buttigieg was her preferred running mate during the 2024 campaign — but ultimately, she decided against the pairing, believing the American electorate wasn’t ready. She writes that Buttigieg “would have been an ideal partner — if I were a straight white man.”
Customers at Starbucks have been ordering Charlie Kirk’s favorite drink—Mint Majesty tea with two honeys—in tribute to the conservative activist who said he drank it daily to protect his voice. Many provide the name “Charlie” or “Charlie Kirk” when placing their order.
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma, a form of skin cancer, amid a wave of legal challenges that include a 27-year prison sentence for "crimes against democracy."
Rep. Nancy Mace (R‑SC) has proposed the “No DEI in DC Act,” legislation aiming to dismantle Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) offices within the D.C. government. Mace argues that these DEI bodies waste taxpayer dollars and distract from fundamental city services, such as public safety, crime reduction, and infrastructure.
Allegations are emerging that Tyler Robinson, the 22‑year‑old suspect charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, had an online history involving sexually explicit “furry” content. These reports, not yet independently verified in full, are drawing attention as the investigation proceeds.
