The Real Columbia Takeover Was By Those on the Right

Columbia offers a case-study in how right-wing politicians are using exaggerated claims of anti-semitism to advance a conservative agenda.

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FACT CHECK: X Video Shows Pro-Palestine Students Praying, Not Converting To Islam

The claim was labeled 'misleading' by Snopes

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Jeffrey Katzenberg Calls Trump 'Colossal A**hole,' Says Biden Is 'Decent'

Hollywood mogul Jeffrey Katzenberg called former President Donald Trump a "colossal asshole" and a "catastrophe" during a recent Los Angeles event while also claiming that President Joe Biden is "one of the most decent human beings I know.”

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Columbia University just canceled its commencement

Columbia is canceling its main commencement event in the aftermath of protests against Israel's war in Gaza.

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3rd week of testimony at Trump criminal trial after Hope Hicks testifies

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Man sitting on side of Oklahoma interstate confesses to woman's cold case murder, police say

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Tesla sends out another wave of layoff notices as employees enter fourth week of job cuts

Elon Musk continues to cut deeper at Tesla. Workers posted about the latest wave on social media.

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GWU Anti-Israel Protesters Call to ‘Liberate’ World from ‘Colonialism, White Supremacy’ as U.S. Flag Replaced with Palestinian One

After replacing the elite school’s American flag with a Palestinian one, anti-Israel activists at George Washington University called to “liberate” the world from “colonialism, imperialism, white supremacy, capitalism, and Zionism."

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The Fed will spark an economic crash by delaying rate cuts, State Street equity research chief says

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Trump could see jail for gag order violations: ‘Fines are not serving as a deterrent’

Trump’s gag violations in his hush money trial ‘constitute a direct attack on the rule of law,’ judge warns

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Equinox launches $40,000 membership to help you live longer

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It's a tie: Biden 37%-Trump 37% in new USA TODAY / Suffolk poll

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DNC requests judges throw out RNC lawsuits in Michigan and Nevada, arguing they are aimed at sowing distrust in 2024 election

The Democratic National Committee is requesting that judges in Michigan and Nevada throw out “dangerous” and “flawed” voter roll- and mail-in ballot-related lawsuits launched by the Republican National Committee earlier this year, warning that they represent former president Donald Trump’s attempts to undermine the American public’s confidence in the upcoming November elections.

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Jen Psaki talks new book 'Say More,' weighs in on 2024 election

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Trump privately tells donors Kristi Noem 'is somebody that I love' after she bragged about killing her dog

Donald Trump offered praise for all of his potential running mates that showed up to a key fundraiser. But his words for Noem come at a critical time.

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How a romance scammer defrauded 3 Tinder dates out of over $100,000

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Trump’s hush money trial to resume for fourth week amid ‘Gestapo’ furore: Live

Former president due back in Manhattan Criminal Court on Monday for further witness testimony

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'Great News': RNC's RINO Election Integrity Lawyer Suddenly Resigns

An establishment lawyer handling election integrity portfolio at the RNC suddenly resigned, citing an alleged conflict of interest.

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Why Pro-Israel Groups Are Targeting An Indiana Republican

Former Rep. John Hostettler, an opponent of foreign aid, is accused of trafficking in antisemitic tropes. His response to criticism has not helped.

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Google Antitrust Case: DOJ Accuses Internet Giant of Deleting Sensitive Chat Logs

The DOJ has accused Google of encouraging employees to delete sensitive chat logs where they discussed the inner workings of the search giant's business, including messages potentially revealing the company's alleged anticompetitive practices and monopolistic intent in the search market.

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Gov. Kristi Noem on criticisms of new book: "I wanted people to know the truth"

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The Most Brutal Burns From Netflix’s Epic Tom Brady Roast

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New Liberia forest boss plans to increase exports, denies working with war criminal Charles Taylor

In an interview with The Associated Press, the new head of Liberia's forest management authority, Rudolph Merab, said he would work to increase timber exports and cut regulations.

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Emhoff to Meet Jewish Students on Antisemitism -- Including at West Point

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Judge Merchan finds Donald Trump in contempt for 10th time over gag order

Judge Juan Merchan has found former President Donald Trump in contempt for violating the gag order in the hush money trial for the 10th time and said he’ll consider jail time going forward.

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Trump Media hires new auditor after previous accounting firm charged with 'massive fraud'

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Robinhood Markets receives SEC notice for alleged securities violations at crypto unit

Robinhood Markets Inc. has received a notice from the Securities and Exchange Commission about alleged securities violations at its crypto division.

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Family of four survives direct tornado hit after being rescued by storm chaser

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Eye Opener: Storms bring flooding to Texas, tornadoes in the forecast

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Live camera shows peregrine falcons nesting on Alcatraz Island decades after species was largely wiped out from the state

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Judge Gives Trump Final Warning: Jail Is Next

The former president is all out of chances to avoid prison for violating his gag order, the judge said in court Monday morning.

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Karen McDougal Appears To Address Trump Trial With Not-So-Subtle Book Choice

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Israel issues warning to civilians in Rafah to leave, signaling possible ground invasion

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Columbia Cancels Commencement Ceremony as Anti-Israel Protests Roil Campus

Columbia students will celebrate graduation at ‘smaller-scale, school-based celebrations’ in place of a larger commencement ceremony.

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More Americans are feeling a six-figure salary can't afford them a middle-class lifestyle

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A boomer retired early, sold everything, and moved to Turkey. She pays just $500 for basic monthly bills and Social Security more than covers it.

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Bodies of three surfers who went missing in Mexico identified, suspects in custody

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I visited Walmart and saw more than 25 premium items you might not expect to find there

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Columbia cancels main commencement ceremony after weeks of protests: Live updates

Columbia University on Monday announced that it will cancel next week's university-wide commencement ceremony following weeks of protests on campus.

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Oxford Students Establish Anti-Israel Encampment Modeled after U.S. Campus Protests

‘The whole world has seen the powerful actions of the students of Columbia and other US universities. Now it is our turn to escalate,’ the organizers wrote.

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Columbia University cancels main 2024 commencement ceremony, will host multiple ceremonies instead

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Candidates for Federal Office Can Raise Unlimited Funds for Ballot Measures

A decision by the Federal Election Commission would allow the Biden and Trump campaigns to raise money for outside groups pushing ballot measures.

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FACT CHECK: Viral X Image Of Mike Lindell At Recent Trump Rally Is Digitally Edited

The image stems from an X account that posts satirical content, according to Lead Stories

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Trump trial to resume after tearful testimony from Hope Hicks, former top White House aide

Former Trump White House aide Hope Hicks cried on the witness stand and Judge Juan Merchan held Donald Trump in contempt of court in last week's proceedings.

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GOP Rep Who Voted To Impeach Trump Gains Primary Challenger

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Minnesota Democrats propose constitutional amendment to protect abortion and LGBTQ rights

Minnesota Democrats have introduced far-reaching legislation that would add abortion and LGBTQ rights to the state’s constitution.

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The Russian president’s gesture was so jarring that it reportedly made the ex-Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi throw up.

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Planters nuts sold in 5 states recalled due to listeria fears

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