Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced he will vote to keep the government open despite a “very bad” funding measure, citing worse consequences of a shutdown. Some Democrats, including Rep. Ocasio-Cortez and Rep. Watson Coleman, criticized Schumer’s decision, while others like Susan Rice and Rep. Crockett expressed strong opposition. With Senate Republicans lacking full support and needing Democratic votes to advance the measure, the prospect of a government shutdown remains uncertain.
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Whoopi Goldberg pitches 'crowdfunding' to buy Washington Post from Bezos or 'time for a new newspaper'
Whoopi Goldberg of "The View" supported tech reporter Kara Swisher's ambition to acquire The Washington Post from Jeff Bezos, citing recent staff departures and editorial changes. Swisher expressed interest in forming an investor group to buy the paper, criticizing Bezos for prioritizing personal liberties and free markets in the opinion section. The Post has faced controversy over staff exits and a decision not to endorse a candidate in the 2024 election, prompting Swisher and Goldberg...
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