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Has big money always long dominated American politics? Yes. But what makes this year different quid pro quo of campaign money for preferential government treatment has become part of the cornucopia of corruption running through the Trump administration.

How the American oligarchy went hyperscale

Even his base has a breaking point.

Texans, check your voter registration.

Tapper: What is your husband saying about conditions on the ship? Wife of Service Member Aboard USS Lincoln: My husband is appalled at the conditions on this ship. This is not his first deployment. And he is saying that it is the worst deployment that he's ever been on. His shipmates say the same.

He didn’t change. They did.

When the U.S. withdrew from Afghanistan five years ago, thousands of Afghans who helped U.S. troops were brought here to rebuild their lives. But now, some fear the U.S. may want to send them back. n.pr/4xIREjz

In honor of Devon Witherspoon signing his (deserved) big deal, let’s revisit one of my favorite plays of the 2024 season

BREAKING: The #Seahawks and three-time Pro Bowler Devon Witherspoon have reportedly agreed to a record-setting four-year, $132 million contract extension that makes him the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history. sports.mynorthwest.com/nfl/seattle-...

Why Jon Sumrall is the best thing to happen to Florida football in 2 decades Free story link: www.nytimes.com/athletic/746...

EPA ordered—again—to release $2.8 billion in climate justice funds

BREAKING: Cleveland Cavaliers All-NBA star Donovan Mitchell has agreed on a four-year, $273 million maximum contract extension that includes a player option for the 2030-31 season and a full trade kicker, CAA's Co-Head of Basketball, Austin Brown, tells ESPN.

Cavs' Donovan Mitchell agrees to $273M max extension - via @ESPN App https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/49294892/agent-donovan-mitchell-reaches-new-4-year-deal-cavs

Rice's whales are one of the rarest whales on Earth — only 51 remain. We're co-sponsoring a webinar to learn all about them on tomorrow, June 25th at 8 pm ET/ 5 pm PT. Learn more about these critically endangered whales and what you can do to help them. Sign up now: https://biodiv.us/3QM94fn

On January 6, Donald Trump bought up to $1 million in NVIDIA stock. A week later, his Administration approved chip sales to China. Now, NVIDIA stock is through the roof. You don’t need to be a Wall Street guy to know the President shouldn’t be doing this.

Since they tried to bury it, you know what to do. Video: xcancel.com/patriottakes...

Americans have seen their insurance premiums climb up and up and up. Families can’t afford yet another jacked up cost in Trump’s economy. A new report shows just how deep the problem is – and how the insurance industry is part of the problem.

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The Supreme Court is taking us back to the Jim Crow era. The court’s six-to-three Republican-appointed majority issued a staggering ruling on Wednesday, essentially killing the remaining protections of the Voting Rights Act.

Shedeur Sanders spent much of his offseason here in Cleveland at the Browns facility. It was a testament to how laser focused he is on football and paved the way for some valuable interactions with Todd Monken too. roundtable.io/sports/nfl/b...

The celebrated mountaineer, who also served as the first full-time employee of the outdoor retailer REI and later as its president and CEO, died Tuesday at his home in Port Townsend, Washington, his family said. n.pr/4slmCLC

This man needs to resign his position in Congress now.

The results are another indicator that a blue wave is forming in November.

Last night, a Democrat won a special election in Trump’s own backyard in Palm Beach, bringing us to a total of 29 state legislature flips since Trump took office.

The Seahawks signed @jaxon_smith1 to a big contract. Only 1 WR has had more yards and receptions before the age of 24 than JSN. I put the deal in context and do a mock draft on today's HBAM. 🎙️ www.patreon.com/posts/jsn-si... 📺 youtube.com/live/pXwAd8D...

Thanks to Trump’s tax giveaways, Ticketmaster’s parent company paid $0 in federal income taxes last year, and made over $145 million – while overcharging Americans for concerts, sports, and more.

The VRA—and by extension, the fate of American democracy—will be in very, very bad shape.

There is a very chill and low-stakes Senate primary this week! www.motherjones.com/politics/202...

BREAKING: A suspect in a Texas bar shooting wore clothing that said "Property of Allah" and had an Iranian flag design, an AP source says.

Cincy WR Jeff Caldwell, who began his career at D2 Lindenwood, had a remarkable Combine. At 6-5, 216, he ran a 4.31 40 with a 1.48 10; verticaled 42 inches and broad jumped 11-2. Last year he broad jumped 11-9. He also measured an inch TALLER at the combine: www.nytimes.com/athletic/706...

'Paul McCartney: Man on the Run' is a new feature-length documentary about the former Beatle's life after the band's breakup.

Rough night for the bullpen but the walk-off W

Good morning. Where are the Epstein files?

Who else is excited that Canada has dropped tariffs on Chinese EVS from 100% to 6.1% for the first 49,000 units?

“They are not here to cause safety in this city,” Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey said in a press conference following the shooting. “What they are doing is causing chaos and distrust,” he continued, “and in this case, quite literally killing people.”

#BOOM Former UCF defensive tackle John Walker, the highest-rated signee in Golden Knights' history, is transferring to Ohio State.

Charles Cross, who should be back for the playoffs, gets $75M guaranteed. 💰 💰 💰

Legendary moment for Myles Garrett.

Myles Garrett sets a new single season sack record

BREAKING NEWS: Myles Garrett has set the new single-season record for sacks (23) 🔥

Some plain, honest talk. And quite right.

For the fourth time ever, the #Seahawks are going into the playoffs as the No. 1 seed after beating the 49ers 13-3 for a franchise record 14th win of the season. sports.mynorthwest.com/nfl/seattle-...

NFC WEST CHAMPIONS! www.fieldgulls.com/nfl-playoffs...

Some pre-game Rose Bowl reading on the dominant Indiana defense, which shut down Dante Moore and Julian Sayin; and has the best Red Zone D in a decade. Here's what makes Bryant Haines group such a handful: www.nytimes.com/athletic/692...