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Longtime Trump Ally Dana White Suddenly Done With ‘Gross’ Politics
WHAT CHANGED?
Published 11.22.24 7:17AM EST 
Donald Trump and Dana White
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Dana White wants out. After nearly a decade of trying to help his friend Donald Trump occupy the Oval Office, the UFC boss told The New Yorker he “wants nothing to do with politics.” “I’m never f---ing doing this again,” he told the magazine. “I want nothing to do with this s--t. It’s gross. It’s disgusting.” His remarks came as Trump took a victory lap at last Saturday’s UFC fight with an entourage that included Elon Musk, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Tulsi Gabbard, and musician Kid Rock. White himself also joined their group after endorsing Trump at this year’s Republican National Convention. The longtime UFC chair also set up the president-elect with appearances on right-leaning podcasts—which helped Trump bring his message to millions of young listeners—and took to the stage to praise Trump at his election-night party. White also endorsed Trump at the 2016 Republican National Convention, donated $1 million to a pro-Trump super PAC in 2020, and stumped for Trump on the 2020 campaign trail. But now that Trump is entering his second and presumably final term in office in January, suddenly White is ready to be done with politics.

Read it at The New Yorker

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AOC Roasts Marjorie Taylor Greene’s ‘Actually Hilarious’ New DOGE Role
COULDN’T RESIST
Published 11.22.24 5:35AM EST 
Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez roasted Marjorie Taylor Greene’s new DOGE job alongside Elon Musk.
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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA), a MAGA darling and three letter initialism-haver, is poised to lead a new House Oversight Committee Subcommittee that will work with Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy’s ‘DOGE’ commission to “eliminate government waste.” Rep. Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), a progressive darling and fellow three letter initialism-haver, is fine with that. “This is good, actually,” AOC tweeted Thursday. “She barely shows up and doesn’t do the reading.” She then likened giving MTG the job to “giving someone an unplugged controller.” Earlier this month, President-elect Donald Trump anointed MAGA entrepreneurs Musk and Ramaswamy as the co-leaders of his planned Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which is not a government department but a commission that will table recommendations for how to take a chainsaw to U.S. Federal spending—Musk has mused about up to $2 trillion in cuts. “Absolutely dying at those two now getting assigned the ‘privilege’ of ‘working’ with MTG,” added AOC. “That is actually hilarious. Enjoy, fellas!”

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Level Up Your Thanksgiving Cookware Lineup During Made In’s Early Black Friday Sale
BLACK FRIDAY 2024
Published 11.15.24 5:55PM EST 
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Made In Cookware is known for quality kitchen tools that look as good as they perform. Its sleek, chef-approved kitchen essentials are for people who know that the plates matter as much as the food. That makes its full sets a great option for anyone looking for a little uniformity in their cabinets.

To sweeten the deal, Made In is not only offering up to 30 percent off, but shoppers can also score freebies like Dutch ovens, frying pans, and wine glasses with select purchases. We’ve pulled a few of their best deals just in time for your turkey prep.

The 10-piece Stainless Set includes everything a cook needs to get started in the kitchen. Each item was made in Italy and is compatible with gas, electric, and induction cooktops. These also come with a free Non-Stick Frying Pan for a limited time.

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The 7-Piece Copper Set offers elegance with peak performance. The copper was crafted in France and is safe up to 800° F. Right now, score a free Dutch Oven with your purchase.

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The Complete Tabletop Set is simple and timeless. Designed in the UK, these dishes are classically English and have a one-year no-chip guarantee. If you refresh your cabinets with these today, you’ll also receive a free Glass Wine Set.

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3
Matt Gaetz Approves Trump’s New Pick for Attorney General
'STELLAR'
Published 11.21.24 9:50PM EST 
Pam Bondi
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If Matt Gaetz’s stamp of approval still holds any weight on Capitol Hill after his scandal-ridden attorney general nomination went up in flames Thursday, then president-elect Donald Trump’s new pick for the role, former Florida attorney general Pam Bondi, is headed in the right direction. Bondi “is a stellar selection,” Gaetz wrote in a post on X Thursday. “Pam and I worked closely together when she was Florida’s Attorney General and I chaired Criminal Justice in the state house. She’s a proven litigator, an inspiring leader and a champion for all Americans. She will bring the needed reforms to DOJ.” Bondi has been just as candid a Trump supporter as Gaetz, having spoken at his rallies and attended sessions of of New York criminal trial. She was also a defense lawyer during Trump’s first impeachment trial. Like Gaetz and other cabinet nominees Pete Hegseth and Sean Duffy, Bondi has also appeared frequently on Fox News to defend Trump’s record.

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Dems Score Win on Judicial Nominees After Late-Night Deal With GOP
ELEVENTH HOUR
Published 11.22.24 12:01AM EST 
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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer struck a deal with Republicans, allowing Democrats the opportunity to confirm more federal judges in December. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) reached an 11th hour deal with congressional Republicans to quickly confirm more judges to lower federal court positions—in exchange for not moving forward with four nominations to federal appellate court positions. The deal will see the Senate consider seven judges for lower court appointments the week after Thanksgiving, while another six are put on the executive calendar for consideration later in December. Although Democrats control the chamber until January, President-elect Donald Trump called on congressional Republicans to block all appointments until his inauguration. Republicans in the Senate succeeded in delaying Wednesday’s confirmation proceedings out until after midnight, prompting Schumer to strike a deal that he defended from criticism. “The trade was four circuit nominees—all lacking the votes to get confirmed—for more than triple the number of additional judges moving forward,” a spokesperson for the Democratic leader told Politico. Democrats have approved 221 judges to the federal bench since President Joe Biden took office, and Schumer’s deal could get Democrats close to matching Trump’s total of 234 confirmed judges during his first term in office.

Read it at Politico

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Published 11.22.24 12:00AM EST 
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Alex Jones Praises ‘Stud’ Matt Gaetz
DISGUSTING
Published 11.21.24 6:26PM EST 
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Alex Jones called praised Matt Gaetz after a new sexual assault allegation came out against the former congressman. Screenshot/Infowars

Alex Jones on Thursday called Matt Gaetz “quite the stud” after a new allegation of sexual assault emerged against the former congressman. Gaetz, who had been picked by Donald Trump as his nominee for attorney general, withdrew his name from contention after he was contacted for comment on the CNN report about the alleged crime. In it, the same woman who said she had sex with Gaetz when she was 17 revealed that she had an additional underage encounter with Gaetz, involving another, adult woman. Jones, a far-right pundit and conspiracy theorist, took the news of the new criminal accusation as a chance to praise Gaetz for his sexual prowess. “I treat women super nice,” Jones explained to viewers of his show Infowars. “So does Trump. Women love me. And so, I mean, I know what’s happening to Gaetz.” Jones suggested that the allegations against Gaetz were being blown out of proportion, claiming that the victims, who were “super gorgeous,” surely thought Gaetz was “so nice.” “People are like, damn, Matt Gaetz is quite the stud,” Jones said, adding: “That’s it, we’re really bad people, we like women.”

Read it at RawStory

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Bob Casey Concedes Dramatic PA Senate Race to GOP Rival Dave McCormick
END OF AN ERA
Updated 11.22.24 3:55AM EST 
Published 11.21.24 11:04PM EST 
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Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey conceded his reelection bid to his Republican challenger, Dave McCormick. Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images

Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey Jr. conceded his re-election campaign to his Republican rival, Dave McCormick, ending his recount efforts and confirming the GOP’s new Senate majority of 53-47. The Senate race was called by the Associated Press on Election Night, but McCormick’s slim margin of victory automatically triggered a recount. By Thursday, Casey was behind McCormick by about 16,500 votes, The Philadelphia Inquirer reported—a lead that the Democrat could not overcome after Pennsylvania courts decided against counting undated ballots. In a message posted on social media, Casey thanked election officials for their work in the recount effort. “This race was one of the closest in our commonwealth’s history, decided by less than a quarter of a point,” he said. Casey, the son of former Pennsylvania Gov. Bob Casey Sr., was running for his fourth term representing the Keystone State in the Senate. “I want to thank the people of Pennsylvania for granting me the privilege of serving them for 28 consecutive years in public office as auditor general, state treasurer, and United States senator,” the outgoing Senator said. “Thank you for the trust you’ve placed in me through all these years. It’s been the honor of my lifetime.” McCormick, a former hedge fund CEO, thanked Casey for his “decades of service, hard work, and personal sacrifice” in a statement posted on social media.

Read it at Philadelphia Inquirer

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Toys ‘R’ Us Launches Reality Competition Show
SHOWS ‘R’ US
Updated 11.21.24 6:40PM EST 
Published 11.21.24 6:39PM EST 
A general view of the new Toys R Us flagship store at the Mall of America on January 04, 2024 in Bloomington, Minnesota
The show, Toys “R” Us Family Faceoff, will have families compete inside a “larger-than-life” toy store featuring new and nostalgic toys. AaronP/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images

A Toys “R” Us reality competition show is in the works at Fox, Deadline reported Thursday. The show, Toys “R” Us Family Faceoff, will have families compete inside a “larger-than-life” toy store featuring new and nostalgic toys, and the concept comes on the heels of more toy brands entering the entertainment space. Mattel is planning a slate of toy-related films, which began with 2023’s blockbuster Barbie, and Hasbro has also jumped into the movie game with its 2023 blockbuster, Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. Toys “R” Us declared bankruptcy in 2017 and 2018, but has reopened a handful of flagship stores since 2021. The head of Fox Alternative Entertainment, Allison Wallach, said the reality show “represents an evolution of the family-friendly competition genre, appealing to fans who love the iconic toys and games we all grew up with … and some new ones, as well.” Toys “R” Us Studios owner Kim Miller Olko added, “play is essential for everyone, no matter their age. It brings joy, fosters connection, and is simply fun. This show will capture that magic, offering a nostalgic nod while being fresh, dynamic, and full of surprises.”

Read it at Deadline

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Trump Team Weighs Creating First-Ever ‘Crypto Czar’
CRAZY 4 CRYPTO
Published 11.21.24 6:17PM EST 
Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks at the Bitcoin 2024 event in Nashville, Tennessee, U.S., July 27, 2024.
Trump himself has several crypto businesses, having recently released his fourth collection of non fungible tokens. Kevin Wurm/Reuters

Donald Trump is considering creating a new White House position dedicated to overseeing cryptocurrency policy. According to Bloomberg, the president elect’s team is already vetting potential candidates. The post would be the White House’s first crypto-specific job. Trump himself has several crypto businesses, having recently released his fourth collection of non-fungible tokens and helped launch the crypto venture World Liberty Financial. Throughout his campaign, the president-elect promised to cut back crypto regulations, establish a presidential crypto advisory council and fire current Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler, who has hammered the digital asset industry. In recent days, however, several crypto allies have visited Mar-a-Lago to discuss the White House crypto position. Ex-Coinbase and Binance executive Brian Brooks, also a potential candidate for SEC chair, met with Trump on Tuesday, sources familiar with the meeting told Bloomberg. Coinbase Chief Executive Officer Brian Armstrong reportedly also spoke with the president-elect this week.

Read it at Bloomberg

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Get Access to Your Favorite Albums—and Audiobooks—With Three Free Months of Amazon Music Unlimited
PRESS PLAY
Updated 11.20.24 9:21PM EST 
Published 11.20.24 2:01PM EST 
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As any true audiophile already knows, Amazon Music Unlimited has long been a reliable destination for an elevated listening experience. With millions of high-quality songs and an unparalleled collection of top ad-free podcasts, the platform’s catalog is curated to capture both your attention and your imagination. Now, Amazon is raising the bar with an exciting update: Audible is officially joining Amazon Music Unlimited, cementing the brand’s status as an all-in-one audio hub.

Audible’s industry-leading catalog of audiobooks features an expansive selection of can’t-miss bestsellers, hot-off-the-press exclusives, and timeless classics to immerse yourself in. As an Amazon Music Unlimited subscriber, you’ll be free to select one book each month (of any length) and listen to it directly in the Amazon Music app. Whether you’re a fiction buff ready to dive into a thrilling new adventure or a non-fiction enthusiast looking to expand your horizons, Audible’s expansive collection is sure to have the right title that matches your tastes. Plus, when you’re ready to take a break from the book, you can seamlessly swap back to your favorite tunes and podcast episodes—all without having to leave the app. It’s all the audio that you’ll ever need, all in one place!

Best of all, this game-changing update is arriving just in time for the holiday season: start a new subscription, and enjoy your first three months of Amazon Music Unlimited, completely for free. Audio art, conversation, and storytelling—all in one place. What’s not to love? Sign up today and get lost in the sound.

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Bezos Shuts Down Musk After He Snickers About Mar-a-Lago Rumors
RICH V. RICH
Updated 11.21.24 3:48PM EST 
Published 11.21.24 11:58AM EST 
Tesla CEO Elon Musk in Washington, DC, on March 09, 2020; and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos in Washington, DC, on October 22, 2019.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk in Washington, DC, on March 09, 2020; and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos in Washington, DC, on October 22, 2019. BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/Brendan Smailowski/AFP

X, “the everything app”, has it all, according to billionaire owner Elon Musk’s preferred tagline. On offer today is a catty exchange between Musk, the world’s richest man, and the world’s second richest man, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. Musk, a rabid supporter of President-elect Donald Trump who denies he goes around offering acquaintances his semen, tweeted on his social network that he’d heard “Bezos was telling everyone [Trump] would lose for sure, so they should sell all their Tesla and SpaceX stock 🤭.” Musk is the CEO of both companies, while Bezos owns rival space firm Blue Origin. Bezos shot down the claim: “Nope. 100% not true.” The buff-bodied online retail magnate certainly didn’t exhibit any preference for Trump’s opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, during this year’s presidential campaign. In fact, he kiboshed an editorial page endorsement of Harris at the Washington Post, which he’s owned since 2013, provoking ire from hundreds of thousands of subscribers who canceled their subscriptions en masse.

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Florence Pugh Reveals Why She Froze Her Eggs at 27
SHOCK DIAGNOSIS
Published 11.21.24 5:24PM EST 
Florence Pugh attends the premiere of "We Live in Time" during the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival at Princess of Wales Theatre on September 06, 2024 in Toronto, Ontario.
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Florence Pugh opened up about the shock diagnosis that led her to freeze her eggs at 27. The actress revealed on the SHE MD podcast Tuesday that she was diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and endometriosis, which affect fertility. “I had a bit of a worry last summer and I just wanted to go and get things checked out and then we ended up finding out information that I probably wouldn’t have known until I started having kids in another five years,” Pugh said. Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi, the host of the podcast, diagnosed Pugh, who said she made the appointment after “a few weird dreams.” “It was just so bizarre because my family are baby-making machines,” she said. “My mom had babies into her forties, my gran… she had so many kids as well. I just never assumed that I was going to be in any way different and that there was going to be an issue with it, or that I had to think about it before I needed to think about it.”

Read it at CNN

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