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Rep. Pramila Jayapal is facing criticism after telling the parents of murder victims affected by illegal immigration-related cases that she has “better things to do” during a heated committee hearing on sanctuary cities. Jayapal argued that the committee has repeatedly held hearings on the topic and emphasized that lawmakers should focus on other priorities. Her remarks quickly sparked backlash, with critics accusing her of dismissing grieving families during an emotional and politically charged discussion.

Two individuals climbed to the top of New York City's iconic Empire State Building and unfurled a banner from the skyscraper's antenna reading, "When the power of love beats the love of power, the world knows peace." The dramatic stunt quickly drew attention online, sparking debate over the message, the security breach, and how the climbers managed to reach one of America's most recognizable landmarks.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing backlash after urging residents to set their air conditioners to 78 degrees as a major heat wave approaches. Mamdani says the voluntary measure will help reduce strain on the city's power grid and keep electricity flowing during extreme temperatures. But critics on social media quickly pushed back, arguing New Yorkers shouldn't have to sacrifice comfort while questioning the city's energy priorities. Here's what Mamdani said, why the request sparked outrage, and how people are reacting online.

MacKenzie Scott has now donated more than $26.3 billion to charity over the past six years, cementing her status as one of the world's most prolific philanthropists.

Ford has quietly rehired over 300 veteran engineers after its AI-driven quality checks failed to match the skill and experience of longtime human inspectors, proving that automation still has serious limits in the real world. Patrick Bet-David and the team break down why "Team Human" is making a comeback, what this means for the future of AI in the workplace, and why human connection, struggle, and purpose can't be replaced by technology.

Sen. Chris Murphy is calling for a $25 federal minimum wage, arguing that full-time workers deserve a living wage. Patrick Bet-David and the panel debate whether the proposal would help workers or accelerate inflation, raise prices, and put small businesses at a competitive disadvantage.

The Texas State Board of Education, controlled by Republicans, has approved a statewide required reading list that mixes Bible passages with works by authors like E.B. White, Shel Silverstein, and Elie Wiesel, reflecting a push to re‑center Judeo‑Christian values in public schools

Zohran Mamdani says a democratic socialist can win anywhere in America, and Patrick Bet-David says Republicans would be making a mistake by dismissing him. The panel debates Mamdani's growing influence, the fight for young voters, affordability, and what it means for the 2028 election.

George Soros and his political network have committed more than $103 million ahead of the midterm elections, putting them on pace to break previous spending records. Patrick Bet-David and the panel debate how billionaire-backed political spending could shape key races, Democratic candidates, and the future of American politics.

Citizen Vigilante has become one of the most controversial films of the year. Patrick Bet-David and the panel debate whether the movie reflects growing frustration over crime and the justice system, why it has generated intense reactions in Europe, and whether films like this can influence real-world behavior.