The Supreme Court on Monday waded deeply into thorny issues of race, with the court's GOP-appointed justices expressing skepticism over schools' use of racial box-checking to promote enrollment of Black or Hispanic students. … [Read more...] about Supreme Court eyes end of race-based preferences in school admissions
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Assailant wanted to break Pelosi's kneecaps if she didn't tell 'the truth,' federal officials charge
The man accused of assaulting the husband of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi with a hammer wanted to hold Mrs. Pelosi hostage and break her kneecaps if she didn't tell the "truth," federal officials said Monday as they filed criminal charges against the suspect. … [Read more...] about Assailant wanted to break Pelosi's kneecaps if she didn't tell 'the truth,' federal officials charge
Oath Keepers member: Capitol riot was historic, spontaneous
A Florida man who stormed the U.S. Capitol with other members of the far-right Oath Keepers testified Monday that he believed they were participating in a historic "Bastille-type event" reminiscent of the French Revolution. … [Read more...] about Oath Keepers member: Capitol riot was historic, spontaneous
Luke Bryan defends bringing Ron DeSantis onto stage during Florida tour stop
Country music star Luke Bryan stood up on social media for his decision to bring Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis onstage during a recent tour stop in Jacksonville, saying it was done to help victims of Hurricane Ian. … [Read more...] about Luke Bryan defends bringing Ron DeSantis onto stage during Florida tour stop
Musk to overhaul Twitter's verification process, weighing other changes
Twitter's new leader Elon Musk is planning to overhaul the verification process for assigning a blue badge conveying authority and authenticity on the social media platform, as the tech titan mulls other changes to the company. … [Read more...] about Musk to overhaul Twitter's verification process, weighing other changes