NBC: Disinformation poses an unprecedented threat in 2024 — and the US is less ready than ever
The U.S. presidential election comes at a time of ideal circumstances for disinformation and the people who spread it.
WaPo: Doing your own research is a good way to end up being wrong
Americans who have little trust in the system can easily find something to reinforce their skepticism. They often do.
Flashback: CNN's Chris Cuomo Claims It’s Illegal For Public To View WikiLeaks Emails
Cuomo opens a segment on leaked emails from Hillary Clinton campaign chairman John Podesta’s inbox by warning viewers they have to get all their information about the emails from the media, or they’re breaking the law.
When Will The Media’s Favorite Conspiracy Theories Stop Falling Apart?
When you don’t have facts and logic, the only option is to promote lies that elicit an emotional response. You don’t have to be right if you can control citizens’ heartstrings. You just have to make them believe you have the moral high ground.
Biden's DHS used terrorism funds to target conservatives
The DHS bankrolled a university propaganda effort for $700K from an anti-terrorism fund to equate conservatives with extremists.
Trump urges SCOTUS to bring 'swift and decisive end' to ballot challenges
Oral arguments will be heard on Feb. 8.
Judge orders Fulton County DA Fani Willis to respond to misconduct allegations, orders court date
On Thursday, Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee scheduled a Feb. 15 hearing to address the serious allegations of misconduct that surfaced against Willis last week.
Fani Willis Accuses Alleged Lover’s Wife Of ‘Interfering’ With Trump Case
“Joycelyn Wade is using the legal process to harass and embarrass District Attorney Willis, and in doing so, is obstructing and interfering with an ongoing criminal prosecution.”
Scathing DOJ report reveals police response to Uvalde school shooting ‘demonstrated no urgency’
The report identifies a vast array of problems from failed communication and leadership to inadequate technology and training that federal officials say contributed to the crisis lasting far longer than it should have.
California's Attack on Gig Work Predictably Drove Workers Out of Jobs
Self-employment in California fell by 10.5% and overall employment tumbled by 4.4% after A.B. 5's implementation.
Amid Homeless And Drug Crises, San Francisco’s Budget Deficit Could Reach $1.4 Billion, Officials Warn
Tax revenue is down as businesses flee downtown.
Denver hospital nears crisis after illegal immigrants, homeless, others racked up $136M in unpaid care in 2023 alone
Denver Health, the largest "safety net" hospital in Colorado, is nearing a crisis after rising numbers of illegal immigrants and homeless people are racking up hefty health care bills that they have little or no ability to pay.