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Satirical Site The Onion Acquires Infowars in Bankruptcy Auction
Texas, Friday, 15 November 2024.
The Onion has purchased Alex Jones’ Infowars in a bankruptcy auction, supported by Sandy Hook families. This unprecedented move aims to transform the controversial platform into a comedic website, marking a significant shift in media ownership and accountability for misinformation.
Trump Taps Musk to Lead Government Efficiency Drive
Washington D.C., Wednesday, 13 November 2024.
President-elect Donald Trump announces Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will spearhead a new Department of Government Efficiency. The initiative aims to streamline bureaucracy, reduce regulations, and cut wasteful spending by July 4, 2026.
Cost-of-Living Crisis Overshadows Biden's Economic Achievements
Washington, D.C., Tuesday, 12 November 2024.
Despite strong economic indicators under the Biden administration, including low unemployment and wage growth, voters’ perception of a cost-of-living crisis led to Democratic losses in the 2024 election. The disconnect between positive economic data and public sentiment highlights the challenges in communicating policy successes.