CNN commentator Van Jones spoke for millions of Americans last night when he acknowledged the harm and fear a second Donald Trump presidency will cause. Jones reflected on the election results on air early Wednesday morning, becoming audibly choked up as he spoke. “I’m thinking about the people who are …
Read More »Billie Eilish, Jack White, Cardi B Respond to Trump Victory: 'It's a War on Women'
Despite a slew of celebrity endorsements for Kamala Harris, Donald Trump has declared victory in the presidential election. His supporters are expectedly thrilled, but many who supported Harris (and who support rights for women and minorities) have spoken out against the election results. Billie Eilish, one of Harris’ most vocal …
Read More »America Elects Convicted Felon to be President
Donald Trump — the twice impeached former president, Jan. 6 coup leader, convicted felon, adjudicated sexual abuser, and man who mismanaged the 2020 economic implosion and coronavirus disaster that killed more than 1 million people in this country — has persuaded American voters to give him another term in the …
Read More »World Leaders Congratulate Donald Trump: 'History's Greatest Comeback'
Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Benjamin Netanyahu, and Viktor Orbán were among the world leaders offering their early congratulations to Donald Trump in light of his presumed election win. Although the race had officially not been called when many leaders posted statements on social media, Trump was declared the winner early Wednesday morning. …
Read More »Jon Stewart Tries to Reassure Voters on Election Night: 'This Is Not the End'
Jon Stewart concluded his live coverage of the 2024 election by encouraging viewers to remain hopeful, even in the face of a potential Donald Trump presidency. “We’re going to come out of this election, and we’re going to make all kind of pronouncements about what this country is, and what …
Read More »Independent Dan Osborn Loses in Nebraska, GOP Retains Senate Seat
Populist independent candidate Dan Osborn has lost his bid for U.S. Senate in Nebraska to two-term Republican incumbent Sen. Deb Fischer. The result helps solidify the GOP’s control of the chamber, which it secured for the first time in four years on Tuesday. Osborn is a union leader, Navy veteran, …
Read More »Sarah McBride Will Be the First Openly Trans Member of Congress
Delaware state Sen.Sarah McBridewill become the first openly transgender person to be elected to the U.S. House of Representatives. The Associated Press called her victory over Republican John Whalen III at 9:43 p.m. EST. McBride, who defeated her Democratic primary opponentswith 80 precent of the vote in September, won the …
Read More »Republicans Lock Down Control of Senate
Donald Trump has won the presidency, and Republicans have taken control of the Senate in the culmination of an intense — and expensive battle — for dominance in Congress. The GOP picked up four seats this cycle, flipping the chamber and netting a decisive 53 seat majority. A Republican majority …
Read More »6 Books to Read Right Now for Some Self-Care and Mental Motivation
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. We’re often our own worst critics. While other external factors can affect our outlook and worth, a lot of it is up to us. And that’s not easy, …
Read More »Dems Lose Ohio Senate Seat as Sherrod Brown Falls to Bernie Moreno
Sen. Sherrod Brown, the Democratic Party’s mainstay in the red state of Ohio, has been ousted from the Senate by MAGA Republican Bernie Moreno. Moreno’s win, which was called by the Associated Press at 11:27 p.m. EST, all but ensures Republicans will take control of the Senate. Brown, a pro-labor …
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