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Texas Erupts After Mayoral Candidate Zul Mohamed Claims Not to Support the US Military: ‘Bold thing to say in Texas my guy’

That wasn’t the greatest thing to say

Illinois gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey posted a video clip on X in which Rep. Brandon Gill questions Gov. JB Pritzker about a past bathroom policy statement. Bailey contrasted the exchange with Pritzker’s efforts to retain the Chicago Bears. The post is generating strong online discussion.

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‘Pritzker Fights Harder to Keep Men in Women’s Bathrooms’: Gubernatorial Candidate Darren Bailey Calls Out Gov. JB Pritzker

Bathrooms over Bears?

USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins revealed that red states found 200,000 dead people and 500,000 duplicate cases getting SNAP benefits, according to data shared in Washington, while blue states are suing to stop the checks. Her comments in a viral X post have fueled heated online debate.

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‘We Found 200,000 Dead People Getting Food Stamps’: USDA Sec. Brooke Rollins Exposes SNAP Fraud in Washington, D.C., as Blue States Sue to Block Probe

What a mess.

U.S. Rep. Clay Fuller announced he is introducing an article of impeachment against Judge Eleanor L. Ross of Georgia’s Northern District, citing an alleged extramarital affair in her federal courthouse chambers. The claims have sparked strong online debate.

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Georgia Rep. Clay Fuller Introduces Impeachment Resolution Against Federal Judge Eleanor Ross: ‘Disgusting to Have a Federal Judge Conduct Themselves in Such a Way’

What a story.

Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar criticized Trump’s top labor prosecutor for siding with Amazon in a delivery drivers case. The X post quickly sparked strong backlash from users questioning her comments on accountability.

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Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar Faces Criticism After Calling Out Trump Labor Prosecutor: ‘You Really Want to Talk About Holding Law-Breaking People Accountable?’

Hypocrisy claims fly

Colorado Republican Grilled Over Controversial Claims: ‘This Is What Real Journalism Looks Like’

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Colorado Republican Pressed Over Gang Claims in Viral Interview: ‘This Is What Real Journalism Looks Like’

That’s some tough question

California Rep. Jimmy Panetta, a former Naval Intelligence Officer, posted a video on X questioning Bill Pulte’s qualifications to lead national intelligence, calling his lack of experience dangerous. The post has sparked sharp online debate.

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California Rep. Jimmy Panetta Draws Criticism After Questioning Bill Pulte’s Qualifications: ‘What Experience Did Your Father Have When He Was Appointed?’

Loyalty vs. resume?

Texas State Rep. James Talarico posted a campaign rally video on X urging voters to end 30 years of one-party rule and elect a senator who serves the people. The clip quickly drew intense backlash, with critics launching personal and policy attacks.

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Democratic Senate Candidate James Talarico’s Take Back Texas Video Sparks Fierce Backlash on X: ‘You’ve Lost Your Damn Mind. Not Happening!’

Not everyone buying it

Washington DC Trump sleep in event

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‘The President is Clearly Unwell’: Outrage as Republicans Call for 25th Amendment After Trump is Caught ‘Sleeping’ in Washington DC Event Again

On the job

Florida skeptical economic boost

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Florida Residents Skeptical as Officials Promise World Cup Economic Boom: ‘Only for the Corporate Overlords’

It is usually the workers who benefit the least

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent clashed with Pennsylvania Rep. Brendan Boyle during a House Ways and Means Committee hearing over polling data on presidential approval and consumer sentiment. The sharp exchange, including Bessent’s memorable pushback, quickly spread on X.

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Heated Exchange Erupts Between Scott Bessent and Pennsylvania Rep. Boyle Over Poll Data During Hearing: ‘You Don’t Know What You’re Saying’

Data vs. twaddle.

President Trump spoke from the Oval Office about election cheating in California, citing rapidly dropping numbers and shockingly discovered mail-in ballots. The video has sparked strong debate online over irregularities and accountability.

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Trump’s California Election Comments Reignite Mail-In Voting Debate: ‘I Just Don’t Want Cheating in Our Elections’

What’s really going on?

'You want illegals, someone you can control' Delaware Sen. Chris Coons Criticized After Commenting on Secure America Act

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‘You want illegals, someone you can control’: Delaware Sen. Chris Coons Criticized After Commenting on Secure America Act

Commenters don’t seem happy

Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders shared a video message on X calling attention to childhood poverty statistics and suggesting Republicans hold a hearing to address it. The post has sparked lively debate among users.

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Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders Slams Republicans on Child Poverty: ‘You Should Be Ashamed of Those Numbers’

Old song, new verse.

Trending

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a new climate partnership with France’s Ecological Minister Monique Barbut focused on wildfires, extreme heat, and clean energy. The X post drew critical replies questioning the costs to state taxpayers.

‘Wasted Tax Dollars’: Gov. Gavin Newsom’s New France Climate Deal on Wildfires and Clean Energy Sparks Backlash from Californians

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro posted a video saying a Democratic trifecta this November would let the state codify reproductive freedom in the constitution. The message drew mixed replies online.

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s Call to Codify Reproductive Freedom via Democratic Trifecta Draws Backlash: ‘Reproductive Freedom Means Murder’

Rick Scott Faces Backlash Over Iran War Gas Prices

Florida Sen. Rick Scott Doubles Down on Iran War After Gas Price Backlash: ‘Bomb the Living Daylights Out of Them’

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker posted a video of himself meeting film investor-producers and highlighting opportunities to bring more productions to the state. The clip has drawn replies focused on the costs of film incentives.

‘Why Does Hollywood Get Special Tax Cuts?’: Illinois Gov. Pritzker’s Film Mission Sparks Backlash Over Taxpayer Costs

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a new climate partnership with France’s Ecological Minister Monique Barbut focused on wildfires, extreme heat, and clean energy. The X post drew critical replies questioning the costs to state taxpayers.

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‘Wasted Tax Dollars’: Gov. Gavin Newsom’s New France Climate Deal on Wildfires and Clean Energy Sparks Backlash from Californians

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro posted a video saying a Democratic trifecta this November would let the state codify reproductive freedom in the constitution. The message drew mixed replies online.

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Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s Call to Codify Reproductive Freedom via Democratic Trifecta Draws Backlash: ‘Reproductive Freedom Means Murder’

Rick Scott Faces Backlash Over Iran War Gas Prices

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Florida Sen. Rick Scott Doubles Down on Iran War After Gas Price Backlash: ‘Bomb the Living Daylights Out of Them’

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New York Woman Sparks Attention After Calling for Mamdani's Arrest at Rally Against Antisemitism 'You do not speak for us'

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New York Woman Sparks Attention After Calling for Mamdani’s Arrest at Rally Against Antisemitism: ‘You do not speak for us’

By Nat CollazoJuly 27, 2026

That’s quite a demand

President Trump used his White House Correspondents’ Dinner remarks to address California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s absence, calling him “Newscum” and joking about fire and water. The clip has drawn mixed online reactions.

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Trump Revives Feud With Gavin Newsom During White House Correspondents’ Dinner: ‘He Definitely Doesn’t Want to Fight Fire With Water’

By Paul EkeJuly 27, 2026

Ouch, that one

Netanyahu Faces New York Backlash Over Mamdani

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New York Backlash Hits Netanyahu After He Accuses Mayor Zohran Mamdani of Fomenting Hate: ‘You Do Not Speak for Us’

By Adanna EzeJuly 26, 2026

He really didn’t hold back

Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren Blames Trump, Faces Amazon Tax Backlash

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‘Don’t You Write the Tax Laws?’: Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren Faces Heat After Claiming Trump Gave Amazon an $8 Billion Tax Break

By Adanna EzeJuly 26, 2026

She walked right into that

Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren posted a video calling a $3.3 million egg producers settlement “measly.” Replies quickly focused on when the alleged collusion happened and how much eggs cost now.

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‘Biden Was In Office When the Cheating Was Happening’: Sen. Elizabeth Warren Faces Pushback After Criticizing Trump on Egg Price Settlement

By Paul EkeJuly 26, 2026

Who’s right?

Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman told Lara Trump on Fox News he doesn’t fully get why so many Republicans like him, citing friendly shopping encounters and polls. The clip is drawing plenty of online reactions.

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‘You Live at Fox News’: Pennsylvania Sen. Fetterman Tells Lara Trump He Can’t Figure Out His Republican Popularity, Sparking Mockery and Debate Online

By Paul EkeJuly 26, 2026

Makes sense?

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Resurfaced Washington Election Email Says Non-Citizens Were ‘Inadvertently Registered to Vote,’ Igniting Online Firestorm

By Gabriel PurezaJuly 26, 2026

Controversial

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Virginia Erupts Over $1.8 Billion Gas Hike as Vindman Blames ‘War of Choice’

By David RodriguezJuly 26, 2026

The blame game is exhausting

Florida Praises Governor Candidate's Promise to Go After Epstein Co-Conspirators 'Hopeful, you win and you do'

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Florida Governor Candidate James Fishback Vows to Prosecute Those Named in Epstein Files: ‘You Will Be Brought to Justice’

By Nat CollazoJuly 26, 2026

That’s quite a promise

A University of Minnesota project developing paper dolls with interchangeable genitalia for children ages 4–10, linked to funding under Gov. Tim Walz, has sparked widespread online discussion after a viral X post.

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‘Obsession With Little Children Is Disgusting’: Gov. Tim Walz Faces Calls to Resign Over Minnesota Trans Dolls with Removable Genitalia for Kids

By Paul EkeJuly 25, 2026

How did we get here?