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Is James Comey inciting violence with seashells? Edward Helmore from The Guardian explores the backlash against Comey by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and MAGA Republicans over an Instagram post featuring "8647." This controversy highlights the political divide in interpreting language, revealing how terms like "eight-six" can shift meanings amid tensions. Click to read more: alternet.org/comey-86-noem-tru #JamesComey #KristiNoem #Trump #EightySix #PoliticalTensions #LanguageUsage #FBI #MAGA

Alternet.org · BUSTED: James Comey's cryptic '8647' doesn't mean what Trump voters say it meansBy Alex Henderson

Jason Smith's recent slip on Fox News reveals significant rifts within the Republican Party regarding Medicaid. Initially calling for “Medicaid cuts” before correcting himself, he faces backlash from Senator Josh Hawley, who denounces proposals as harmful. As legislation races toward a Memorial Day vote, divisions grow between far-right advocates for severe cuts and moderates worried about the vulnerable. The proposed changes could jeopardize over 8.5 million Americans' health insurance. Discover more about these political tensions here: thedailybeast.com/watch-gop-re #Republicans #Medicaid #JasonSmith #TrumpAdministration #Healthcare #PoliticalTensions

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The Daily Beast · WATCH: GOP Rep Makes Freudian Slip on AirBy Kenneal Patterson

James Comey's now-deleted Instagram post stirred controversy, with Trump officials decrying it as a potential threat after he shared a photo of seashells forming the number 8647. This sparked outrage, leading to condemnation from figures like White House Deputy Chief of Staff Taylor Budowich, prompting an investigation by the Secret Service. Comey later clarified his intent, underscoring the heated divide between him and Trump supporters. Read more here: thedailybeast.com/maga-flips-o
#JamesComey #Trump #MAGA #SocialMediaControversy #Threats #PoliticalTensions

MAGAworld saw more than just seashells in a now-deleted Instagram post by James Comey.
The Daily Beast · MAGA Flips Out Over James Comey’s ‘Disturbing’ Trump PostBy Julia Ornedo

Conover Kennard reveals the chaos at a recent town hall meeting with Republican Rep. Mike Lawler as he faced intense backlash from constituents. A key moment occurred when Emily Feiner was forcibly removed after questioning Lawler about his stance on a "lawless administration," igniting chants of "Let her stay!" from the crowd. This incident underscores growing tensions around political accountability and civil liberties. Read more here: crooksandliars.com/2025/05/sha. #MikeLawler #townhall #publicengagement #politicaltensions #civilrights #EmilyFeiner

Crooks and Liars · WATCH: Woman Forcibly Removed From Mike Lawler Town HallBy Conover Kennard

Democratic Party files impeachment motion against Prosecutor General Sim Woo-jung, citing allegations of insurrection involvement and employment favoritism, amid political tensions and opposition boycott.
#YonhapInfomax #DemocraticParty #ImpeachmentMotion #ProsecutorGeneralSim #JudiciaryCommittee #PoliticalTensions #Economics #FinancialMarkets #Banking #Securities #Bonds #StockMarket
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People Power Party members continue to urge Acting President Han Duck-soo to run for president, while the Democratic Party intensifies criticism, highlighting political tensions and the evolving landscape of South Korea's upcoming presidential election.
#YonhapInfomax #PeoplePowerParty #HanDuckSoo #PresidentialElection #DemocraticParty #PoliticalTensions #Economics #FinancialMarkets #Banking #Securities #Bonds #StockMarket
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National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-shik calls for constitutional order restoration and rule of law revival ahead of President Yoon's impeachment ruling, amid criticism for lack of bipartisan agreement.
#YonhapInfomax #NationalAssemblySpeaker #ImpeachmentRuling #ConstitutionalOrder #RuleOfLaw #PoliticalTensions #Economics #FinancialMarkets #Banking #Securities #Bonds #StockMarket
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South Korean government announces 10 trillion won supplementary budget focused on wildfire recovery and disaster response, raising concerns about its adequacy in addressing broader economic challenges amid downgraded growth forecasts and political tensions.
#YonhapInfomax #SupplementaryBudget #WildfireRecovery #EconomicChallenges #PoliticalTensions #GrowthForecasts #Economics #FinancialMarkets #Banking #Securities #Bonds #StockMarket
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