There is nothing better than seeing a case of immediate karma being served to somebody who deserves it. In this case, a man allegedly harassing a group of black men received a helping of karmic justice when he doubled back to hurl more abuse at the group, only to crash his car into another driver. 273bp

The video, which is currently going viral on X and TikTok, starts with the group seemingly mocking the man who appears to have hit another driver.

The individual recording can be heard say “you need to leave” in a high-pitched voice multiple times until the man crashes out, getting angry to the point of violence as he smashes his own windscreen and headbutts the bonnet of his car.

The context 4il4l

According to X @lodiedodie14, who posted the clip, the man who crashed the car and angrily smashed his windscreen had previously been harassing the men who were now mocking him. The man apparently told the group that they needed to leave the neighborhood and had doubled back to continue his racist tirade only to hit another driver.

If that is truly what happened then it’s a case of karma acting swiftly. The mockery from the men recording is understandable. The man’s reaction is certainly a tad over the top though, which has led some to question whether the whole thing was staged or not. Based on the information available it does seem like a genuine video which just goes to show how stupid racism can make you. However, there doesn’t seem to be any footage showing what happened before the crash.

Either way the man’s behavior in the video is somewhat concerning. He could very well be a danger to himself and the people around him if he is unable to control his temper. One individual wrote, “Racism literally drives people insane. It should be classified as a mental disorder.” Another asked, “Is he okay upstairs?” Unfortunately it seems as though racism is becoming more and more prevalent in the U.S.

Where did the video come from? 4b26v

As mentioned there isn’t a whole lot of context to go off of. The man in the video was allegedly being racist to the group prior to the crash but it’s difficult to confirm if that is the case or not. One thing is for certain though, the video isn’t new. In fact the viral clip has been floating around for a couple of years now with people reacting to it on TikTok in 2023.

We’ll likely never know the full story here but it seems whoever the man in this video is he needs help managing his anger.

In an unusual and extreme step, President Donald Trump has called for a federal review of Miles Taylor, a former Chief of Staff at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), because Taylor criticized the president. The April 9, 2025, memo, “Addressing Risks Associated with an Egregious Leaker and Disseminator of Falsehoods,” orders DHS to look into Taylor’s time working for the government and possibly remove his security clearances.

This comes after Taylor wrote an anonymous 2018 opinion piece in the New York Times that strongly criticized the Trump istration, followed by his book, “Blowback,” which warned that Trump might misuse presidential power if he returned to office. The memo claims Taylor made up stories to sell his book. According to AP News, making the situation even more serious, President Trump publicly said Taylor might be “guilty of treason,” a crime that can carry the death penalty.

This highly unusual action has led Taylor and his lawyers to file a formal complaint with the Inspectors General of DHS and the Department of Justice (DOJ), per Time. The complaint argues that the president’s order is unconstitutional because it targets a private citizen for speaking out, not for committing any actual crime. It also warns that this kind of order threatens free speech and sets a dangerous example for future presidents.

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The effects on Taylor have been harsh. The investigation and the bad publicity it has caused forced him to leave his job, creating major financial difficulties. He has set up a legal defense fund to help pay his growing legal bills. His family has faced harassment and doxxing, with their home address posted online. The situation has even affected people connected to him; a high-ranking DHS official was reportedly fired after pictures appeared showing him at Taylor’s wedding in 2019.

This is not the first time something like this has happened. President Trump’s actions against Taylor are similar to how he has treated other critics. On the same day he ordered the investigation into Taylor, he also called for a similar review of Chris Krebs, a former top cybersecurity official who publicly disagreed with Trump’s claims of widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election.

The complaint from Taylor’s legal team stresses the important role of Inspectors General, calling them the “immune system of American democracy.” These independent officials are responsible for investigating wrongdoing and stopping government power from being abused within federal agencies. The complaint asks them to look into whether DHS and DOJ are being used to punish people for speaking out and whether government workers are violating constitutional rights.

The legal arguments in Taylor’s complaint focus on possible violations of his First and Fifth Amendment rights. It says the president’s memo breaks Taylor’s First Amendment rights by going after him for criticizing the president, calling it a “textbook example of political revenge and unfair prosecution.” It also argues that the lack of clear accusations against Taylor violates his Fifth Amendment right to due process.

Taylor’s lawyer, Abbe Lowell, said filing the complaint with the Inspectors General is an effort to “get the istration to do the right thing.” He added that if this does not work, they will consider other options, including possible legal action.

Meghan Markle recently hinted at a future business project she might do with her daughter, Princess Lilibet, which has sparked a lot of interest and speculation. The Duchess of Sussex shared this interesting idea during a recent episode of her podcast, “Confessions of a Female Founder,” where she talked with well-known businesswoman and mother Tina Knowles.

The conversation started with Knowles talking about her successful haircare line and how her daughter Beyoncé has been involved, but it slowly turned toward Markle’s own business dreams. Markle said, “I wonder if one day I’ll be in business with Lily and we’ll be building something, that’s the best.”

Beyond this business idea, the podcast also gave listeners a look into other parts of Markle’s life, especially her family’s love for beekeeping and their belief in natural remedies. Hello Magazine said Markle talked about her new hobby of keeping bees on her property and using the honey they produce to help with allergies, especially for her family. This fits with her belief in using natural solutions for health problems, something she openly discussed.

Meghan Markle wants to go into business with daughter in5e

She explained how local honey can help reduce allergic reactions, sharing a story about giving some of her family’s honey to a friend whose child has bad allergies and seeing positive results.

Markle said, “just the other day, one of Archie’s little friends at school, this little girl has such bad allergies… ‘Hold on a minute, we have bees. Let me give you a jar of our honey.’

She continued, “We have a little apiary down there, three of them, and Archie has this little beekeeper suit, the whole hat on, and the gloves, it’s great. But I will say, for allergies, it’s helpful if it’s local honey. All the pollen, all the same things in your system, and then it desensitises allergies.”

The conversation also touched on similar practices in Beyoncé’s family. Beyoncé, who also keeps bees, has talked about starting her own beekeeping because of her daughters’ allergies. The similarities between Markle and Beyoncé’s approaches are clear, showing they both believe in natural remedies and taking active steps to care for their families’ health. Both women focus on sustainable and holistic living, not just in their businesses but also in their personal lives.

The Markle family’s life in Montecito, California, provides a beautiful setting for this story. Their large home, which includes a wine cellar, swimming pool, and cozy kitchen, offers a comfortable space for their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. The property also has an orchard and two special palm trees. These palm trees, which grow from the same base, are meaningful to the family and even inspired the logo for Markle’s “As Ever” brand.

The image represents the couple’s strong bond and reminds them of their journey together. It’s in this peaceful, nature-filled setting that Markle imagines ing Princess Lilibet’s future and possibly building a business partnership with her.

Jon Stewart’s recent comments about Elon Musk leaving the Trump istration’s Department of Government Efficiency (D.O.G.E.) have gotten a lot of attention. Stewart’s segment focused mostly on Musk’s appearance at his final press conference, giving a humorous but critical take on Musk’s time working for the Trump istration.

Musk’s short role as a “special government employee,” which lasted 128 days, ended because these appointments are limited to 130 days. Stewart’s observations mostly centered on how Musk looked and acted at the press conference. As found by Variety, Stewart pointed out Musk’s black eye and described his overall behavior as exhausted and confused.

Stewart compared this to how energetic and excited Musk had been during his early public appearances for the istration. He suggested that this big change in Musk’s appearance was because of his time working under Trump’s leadership. Stewart said, “This dude has seen some s***, I’d like to know at least how that happened.”

Jon Stewart targets Elon Musk after black eye incident 3k1h3z

Stewart also talked about the relationship between Musk and Trump. He argued that Trump’s lack of real interest in policy and his focus on making himself look good and making money had a bad effect on Musk. Stewart’s point was that Trump mostly cared about getting attention, boosting his ego, and increasing his wealth. This, Stewart implied, made Musk feel used and unimportant.

The comedian also emphasized the difference between Musk’s original goals for improving efficiency and what actually happened. He described Musk’s change as going from a motivated tech leader to someone who seemed discouraged, implying that working under Trump was harmful to Musk’s mental state. Musk’s explanation for the black eye, which happened while playing with his son, was seen by Stewart as weak and just another sign of Musk’s overall condition.

Stewart continued, “Look, I believe things sometimes do happen when you’re roughhousing with your kid… But I’m also sure the one sentence no parent has ever uttered to their child is, ‘Go ahead, punch me in the face.’”

Stewart’s commentary also looked at Trump’s goodbye gift to Musk: a ceremonial golden key. Stewart’s sarcastic remarks pointed out how fake and overly flashy the gesture seemed. According to Stewart, giving the key was more about Trump making himself look good than actually honoring Musk. He suggested that the whole thing was just another example of Trump treating relationships like transactions.

Stewart said, “you couldn’t just give him the fucking key? You had to make sure everybody knows you give them to a lot of people. You know, I’ve got a bunch of these. I give them to special people like… Who’s the guy who brings me my Diet Cokes? I give him one for every Diet Coke. Anyway, enjoy your useless key.’”

Stewart’s segment didn’t hold back in criticizing Trump’s leadership style and how it affected people around him. While his comments were strong, they were delivered in his usual funny and satirical way, using humor to point out the problems in Musk’s experience and the political situation.

Many of you are already aware that Jonathan Joss was tragically killed recently. His voice work as John Redcorn is instantly recognizable to fans who grew up watching the dark comedy King of the Hill.

The show had recently returned to the spotlight after news broke of a planned revival. But before fans could fully celebrate the return of the beloved series, tragedy struck. When news of Joss’s death first broke, few details were shared by his grieving family. That has since changed. His widow, Tristan Kern de Gonzales, posted an emotional statement on Facebook—using Joss’s former —revealing that the shooting was the result of a homophobic attack.

According to reporting from the BBC, an investigation is ongoing, and there are conflicting s of what happened. Joss and Gonzales were visiting their former home in Texas, which had reportedly been the target of an arson attack following repeated threats from neighbors. Gonzales recounted a horrific discovery at the site: the skull of one of their dogs had been deliberately placed in the ruins.

Overcome with grief, the couple began sobbing at the scene. It was then, Gonzales said, that a man approached them, shouting homophobic slurs. From his lap, the man raised a gun and opened fire. Joss pushed Gonzales out of the line of fire. “He saved my life,” a clearly devastated Gonzales shared. “My husband saved my life.”

The incident comes amid a disturbing rise in events motivated by homophobia. That it occurred on the cusp of Pride Month only deepens the sorrow, and many on social media have pointed to the killing as yet another reminder of why Pride still matters — why it remains necessary. Because, heartbreakingly, it is still dangerous in many places simply to live and love openly.

And people wonder why Pride Month exists.

RIP Redcorn.

— The EnBaron of Z-Land (@BaronOfZLand) June 2, 2025

However, the San Antonio Police Department has released a statement saying that, at this time, investigators have not found conclusive evidence to classify the killing as a hate crime. The department added that it takes such allegations seriously and will update the charge if new evidence emerges. The police said:

“Despite online claims of this being a hate crime, currently the investigation has found no evidence to indicate that the Mr Joss’s murder was related to his sexual orientation.”

An arrest has already been made. Sigfredo Alvarez Cejo is currently in custody on suspicion of murder. As the case continues to develop and more details come to light, everyone will likely get a fuller picture. Gonzales’s statement may also prove crucial in helping the police gain further context and clarity.

Tributes have poured in from colleagues and irers. The creators of King of the Hill issued a heartfelt statement saying Joss’s voice will be deeply missed. Actor Nick Offerman also shared a tribute calling him a “sweet guy.” Offerman not only co-starred with Joss on Parks and Recreation but also portrayed the lead in “Long, Long Time,” a widely praised episode of The Last of Us that tenderly explored a gay relationship and has since become one of the most celebrated portrayals of queer love on television.

Jonathan Joss’s death is a tremendous loss. He was recently present at a for the King of the Hill revival, which is set to premiere on Hulu starting August 4. This story is still developing.

When news of a live-action Legend of Zelda adaption first broke people were skeptical. In fact many still are, after all, how can you realistically adapt a world like Hyrule with its weird and wonderful characters without losing the essence of what truly makes the games special? Finding the right cast would be tough but fans think Hunter Schafer, who is being eyed for the role of Princess Zelda may be a perfect fit.

There’s simply no denying the fact that Schafer is a dead ringer for the princess. You’d be hard-pressed to find an actress with more Zelda-like features. Looking at the two side by side it’s easy to see why many think she’s perfect for the role.

Not everyone agrees with the potential Hunter Schafer casting 4s3f

Despite the casting seemingly being as close to perfect as we could possibly get, not everyone was happy with it. Predictably the bigots and alt-right transphobes have come out of the woodwork to criticize the casting purely because Schafer is trans. 

Usually these people will try to hide behind some other lousy excuse to criticize an actor or actress. For a recent example just look at the response to Bella Ramsey’s portrayal of Ellie in The Last of Us, there’s no question they can act the part, but a vocal minority of immature people (the same kind of people that complain about ”too much woke” in Hollywood) have gone after her for not looking enough like the character. 

They claim to only be upset over the changes to the source material but in reality it seems more like an excuse to justify bashing the lead actor who happens to be non-binary.

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In Schafer’s case there’s really no excuse, the people who disagree with her casting are just outright transphobes. Unfortunately there has been a rise in transphobia in online spaces and in society as a whole thanks to a general shift towards right wing values in the U.S. However, most people would love to see her play Zelda because she embodies the character so well.

Others have put forward Sydney Sweeney as an alternative which, as a Zelda fan I have to say, I really don’t see it.

Been getting death threats over this but now the Republican men are using Sydney to push an anti trans agenda against hunter Schafer as Zelda, I told yall !!! pic.twitter.com/zpkGJJglUw

— kenzie (@pk_kenzie) May 31, 2025

Some have also raised doubts as to whether these people are even fans of the games. Do they really care about the live-action Legend of Zelda movie? Or are they just trying to shove their opinions down other people’s throats">

Right now we don’t even know if Hunter Schafer is genuinely being considered for the role or not, it’s just a rumor, but it does make sense on many levels. Most Zelda fans can see this and most sensible people could not care less that she is trans. As always it’s just a vocal minority making a bunch of noise and spreading hatred.

Recently, Trump took to Truth Social to promote Kid Rock’s new restaurant — but questions quickly surfaced about what exactly had gone down before the launch of the self-described “MAGA-friendly” establishment known as The Detroit Cowboy.

There’s probably never been a time when politics and entertainment have been more entangled. President Trump has spent years on the outs with Hollywood, thanks in large part to his, let’s say, colorful public statements. But that doesn’t mean he hasn’t had his loyalists in the entertainment industry. His latest plug for Kid Rock shows just how messy things can get when that MAGA vibe shift starts turning on its own.

According to The Daily Beast, the post promoting the steakhouse felt oddly personal. Trump even referred to Kid Rock by his rarely used first name, “Bob,” as if we’re all suddenly on a first-name basis now. The post included a link to the restaurant’s website, which — on first glance — suggests a fine-dining experience. You might assume The Detroit Cowboy is in, well, Detroit. But no. It’s named after a Kid Rock song and is actually located in Nashville. Of course it is.

Thank you, Mr. President. Keep kickin’ ass for America, sir!@realDonaldTrump https://t.co/RpOX5SMQPk pic.twitter.com/knyoX6glxD

— KidRock (@KidRock) June 3, 2025

And that’s not even the most absurd name in Kid Rock’s culinary empire. He also owns a second Nashville eatery called Kid Rock’s Big Ass Honky Tonk Rock N’ Roll Steakhouse — a name that feels like a dare to Yelp reviewers just trying to be taken seriously. But the real story here isn’t the names. It’s that one of these restaurants — despite branding itself as “MAGA-friendly” — has reportedly run into trouble with immigration authorities.

Just a few weeks ago, the first steakhouse was allegedly the target of one of ICE raids. Reports claim that some late-night shift staff were sent home due to their undocumented status, and since then, the restaurant has been struggling to keep up with customers. Kid Rock hopped on X to express for deporting “illegal immigrants” and was quick to distance himself from the day-to-day operations. 

Clearly I do not have anything to do with day to day operations at my Honky Tonk – but it’s good click bait, I get it. That being said I 100% getting illegal criminals out of our country no matter where they are. I also like President Trump want to speed up the process of… https://t.co/1M0dn8rhLu

— KidRock (@KidRock) May 19, 2025

Kid Rock and Trump have been tight for a while now. He’s gone from performing at campaign rallies to golfing with Trump to playing the role of MAGA’s resident court jester — a title he might not even mind. He once described himself as the guy who just gives Trump “fun calls,” not advice or strategy. Just… vibes.

A steakhouse, of course, is right up Trump’s dietary alley. Kid Rock’s not serving anything daring — just slabs of meat, oversized burgers, and whatever else screams “Iowa State Fair but indoors.” Maybe Trump will show up for a photo op, à la Elon Musk on the White House lawn, complete with a throwback performance of Kid Rock’s hits from 2001.

But the ICE raid throws a spotlight on the irony baked into it all. Trump’s hardline immigration policies are now hitting even his most enthusiastic ers. If those undocumented workers really were essential to the restaurant’s operation, maybe “Bob” should have at least tried to stick up for them with his “buddy.” But hey — court jesters rarely challenge the king.

Even after King Charles gave his charged, fiery speech in Canada, dissing Donald Trump without naming him, the U.S. president’s invitation to visit the monarch’s palace in the U.K. remains. Despite all the subtle digs at the POTUS, Charles will put on a big smile and still welcome him in a few months. But probably not Prince William.

After Charles’ cancer diagnosis, it became a fact that, unlike his father, he would be ascending the throne much sooner. But Trump might find that the warmth and willingness to momentarily turn a blind eye to his glaringly obvious vices will not be the usual treatment he gets when William is around. After all, the future king has made it beyond clear that letting go of grudges is not his style. Ask Prince Harry.

Anyway, Trump has already done the unthinkable, and even if William wasn’t a royal, forgiving his sleazy attitude towards Kate Middleton would have been impossible. Yes, you read that right.

Back in 2011, soon after William and Kate got married, the newlyweds were in Provence, , living their holidays in a chateau. While they were used to a breach of their privacy given their status, it reached outrageous levels when a paparazzi member used a long-lens photograph of the future queen sunbathing on the balcony, topless.

As ed by Royal biographer, Rob Jobson, in his book (Catherine, the Princess of Wales), the drama escalated to the point that the palace representatives had to intervene to stop the photographs from getting out. But all it managed to do was get those involved fined as the pictures were still widely spread and attracted all levels of snide comments from trolls. One such “troll” was America’s current president.

Though William never directly addressed Trump’s derogatory remarks, he was “furious,” as per Jobson.

Trump’s comments, combined with the public spectacle, left Kate feeling “violated” – it was only right that William would feel enraged about the whole issue where men like Trump ed degrading comments on his wife. The president doesn’t have a filter now, even as the leader of a country, imagine him back then, as the host and executive producer of NBC’s The Apprentice

Given how William has been stubbornly holding on to his grudge with Prince Harry, it is clear that he is not the “forgive and forget type.” But he is no civilian – he will be the monarch of Britain and other nations in the future. So, is he going to do what Charles does and put on a plastic smile as king to greet the man who insulted and shamed his wife?

Eyebrows are being raised to the sky after extremely fishy behavior in the D.C. Circuit, which is hearing the Trump istration‘s appeal against the tariff block. This represents a major roadblock for the Oval Office, and they’ve been determined to overturn the recent decision that it’s illegal for a president to impose tariffs without congressional approval.

There are 11 active judges available to sit on cases in the D.C. Circuit, with each appeal supposedly randomly selected to avoid bias. Of these 11 judges, three of them are Trump appointees: Roa, Katsas, and Walker.

Guess which three have been appointed to hear Trump’s claim? Yup, the Trump istration’s case will be heard by the exact he’d personally choose – an outcome that’s been dubbed him winning “the appeals court lottery”.

Trump wins the appeals court lottery in D.C.

The hearing emergency appeals this month appears to be: Rao, Katsas, Walker.

All three are Trump appointees — in fact the only Trump appointees on the DC Circuit.

They are handling one of the key tariff appeals. pic.twitter.com/ilbJ2cSPum

— Kyle Cheney (@kyledcheney) June 3, 2025

So, is this just one of those weird coincidences, or does the math suggest something is very much up? To figure this out, we need to know the likelihood that three specific judges would be selected. After crunching the numbers, an 11-judge selection results in 165 possible three-judge s.

Given that we’re figuring out the probability that precisely one specific is picked and no other, we divide one by 165. Converted into a percentage and rounded, this means the probability of Trump having these three specific MAGA judges to hear his appeal is 0.61% or betting odds of roughly 3:497. Please feel free to check my math!

What a crazy coincidence! 2x5h6h

You can be the judge of whether that’s something that could feasibly happen by coincidence, perhaps if Trump were the luckiest man on the planet? Or, alternatively, whether someone’s interfering with the judicial selection at the DC courts to ensure that Trump’s case is heard before three very friendly judges?

Whether anything will be done about this remains to be seen. Presumably, information like this could be the subject of an appeal that could request an investigation into who chose the and whether they have MAGA sympathies or links to the Trump istration. But then, that would mean going to the Supreme Court, which is already stacked with six conservative justices and just three liberal ones. So what’s the point?

At this point, you might be wondering why the United States even has a politically appointed judiciary. After all, the concept of blind impartial justice should mean that judges consider the facts of the case before them without bringing their personal political opinions or biases into play. But that’s just going to have to be a debate for another time.

Either way, expect Trump’s appeal to be rubberstamped without much fuss by these Trump appointed judges, and the ongoing tariff chaos to continue into the foreseeable future.

Alec Baldwin and his wife Hilaria Baldwin have responded to online critics through a playful recreation of a viral meme that portrayed her as controlling in their relationship. The couple took to Instagram to address these claims in a lighthearted manner, showing they can take such criticism in stride.

The video, shared by Hilaria Baldwin on Sunday, features the 41-year-old standing on a chair while wearing a green dress, wielding wooden spoons as makeshift puppet controls. Below her, Alec Baldwin plays along by acting like a marionette, moving as if being controlled by strings. The performance was set to the iconic song “When You Wish Upon a Star” from Disney’s 1940 film Pinocchio.

According to The Daily Beast, the couple’s response to social media criticism comes as Alec Baldwin, 71, recently discussed the challenges of being an older father on their TLC reality show, The Baldwins. “And for me, as I’m getting older and older, and I don’t want to be tougher. I don’t want to be anything. I just want to be a father to my kids,” the actor explained during the episode. He emphasized his desire to focus on experiencing the remaining years with his family rather than making it about himself.

Baldwin’s address of family dynamics and public perception through social media 3k1z1u

Hilaria Baldwin acknowledged the inspiration behind their puppet skit came directly from their critics, captioning the Instagram video with “Well, you guys gave me the idea. I just HAD to try it out.” The post demonstrates the couple’s willingness to engage with public commentary about their relationship dynamics in a creative way.

The skit appears to be a direct response to a meme that had been circulating online, suggesting Hilaria maintained a controlling influence over her husband. Rather than responding with anger or dismissal, the couple chose to lean into the joke, turning it into an opportunity for playful content.

As parents to seven children, the Baldwins have often found themselves under public scrutiny regarding their family life and relationship dynamics. Their reality show has provided them with a platform to address these topics more openly, allowing viewers to see their perspective on various aspects of their family life.

The couple’s approach to handling criticism through humor and self-awareness demonstrates their strategy for managing public perception while maintaining their presence in the spotlight. Their willingness to engage with and even embrace memes about themselves suggests a conscious effort to control their own narrative in the public sphere.

In a way, it’s impressive that the bumbling incompetence of one man can rival a once-in-a-century global pandemic, but that’s Donald Trump for you. Ever since his catastrophic “Liberation Day”, on which he unveiled crushing tariffs on imports to the United States, domestic manufacturing has been in panic mode.

In simple , manufacturers depend on reliable international supply chains, which allow them to make long-term plans for fabricating products using raw materials and components from around the world. Trump’s tariffs have thrown a hand grenade into that, with manufacturers now unable to predict prices: if you order a bulk shipment of a Chinese-made component, you now have no idea how much you’ll pay for it when it’s fulfilled

As such, the Institute for Supply Management, which has been monitoring the business world for over a century, has had a truly miserable year to date. They’ve recently surveyed their clients, and the results make for dispiriting reading.

US May ISM manufacturing ISM -0.2pts to 48.5 with orders and employment remaining weak and prices elevated with respondents citing tariff disruption, eg “the istration’s tariffs alone have created supply chain disruptions rivaling that of COVID-19".
(Bloomberg chart) pic.twitter.com/jk8w6dgKi6

— Shane Oliver (@ShaneOliverAMP) June 2, 2025

Trump’s tariffs decreased the Production Index to “alarmingly low” levels, and overall domestic factory output is plummeting, with “companies still revising production plans downward amid economic uncertainty”. The headline-grabber is that this is approaching the same disruption as the height of the pandemic: “the istration’s tariffs alone have created supply chain disruptions rivaling that of COVID-19”.

“Empty shelves at retail” 2z5a3y

Nervous companies are now waiting to figure out their next move, as Trump’s repeated tariff reversals, concessions, and random demands mean it’s impossible to make any future plans for manufacturing goods. As the survey starkly concludes: “Chaos does not bode well for anyone”.

You may be thinking, “I don’t run a manufacturing company, why should I care?” Well, multiple alarms have been raised that the United States’ economy is currently on what’s dubbed “coyote time”, referencing Wile E. Coyote running off a cliff but not falling until he looks down. We’re now at the point where the United States is standing over the abyss with no safety net below us and the dawning realization that we’re about to plummet to the bottom and hit the ground hard.

It’s probably too late to make contingency plans for the future, but we can only hope that TACO Trump continues to fold under the slightest pressure, or as the report concludes, it’s going to mean “empty shelves at retail” by summer’s end.

The push to weaken Medicaid is at full force. During his campaigns, Trump assured voters that his incoming istration would not take away their medical coverage but recent developments suggest that was just another one of his famed alternative facts. Recently, Senate Majority Leader John Thune also weighed in on the matter, suggesting that if you ever need medical coverage — get a job.

Trump has been touting the “big beautiful bill” that he’s seemingly eyeing as his legacy. The bill has faced numerous criticisms, including from some of Trump’s closest allies. A portion of the criticism stems from the concern that it will balloon the national deficit in its attempt to cut taxes. However, the biggest concern right now is that when — or rather if — the bill becomes law, Medicaid will be fundamentally altered. One of the most controversial changes is the introduction of working hour requirements for U.S. citizens, reportedly aimed at cutting $880 billion from the program.

Republican Senator John Thune echoed similar sentiments while advocating for the bill, which he is fully intent on pushing through the House. According to Thune, “The best healthcare is a job.” That dismissive candor alone caused an uproar online. But s on X brought additional context to the conversation.

X Melanie D’Arrigo pointed out that currently, 30% of American jobs offer no healthcare coverage at all. She also noted that 49% of employed Americans cannot afford healthcare without incurring debt. For Melanie, this is all just a ploy by the Trump istration to find new ways to make life even easier for the elite class. 

30% of American jobs do not offer health benefits, and 49% of employed workers can’t afford healthcare without going into debt.

Trump’s cuts to healthcare are trading American lives and prosperity for more tax breaks for billionaires. https://t.co/NmGTlBHGJ6

— Melanie D'Arrigo (@DarrigoMelanie) June 3, 2025

As for the Trump istration, they’ve simply resorted to obfuscating the facts. Trump himself told a reporter that there would be no interruptions to Medicaid. Meanwhile, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, Russell Vought, claimed on CNN that no one would lose coverage as a result of the bill. That final claim was promptly refuted by Ohio Rep. Shontel Brown, who pointed out that in Ohio alone, 770,000 people would be removed from coverage if the bill es.

Outrageous lies. In Ohio alone the state has said 770,000 people will lose coverage. https://t.co/zg8Uh8gBcB

— Rep. Shontel Brown (@RepShontelBrown) June 1, 2025

The istration’s talking point is that the bill is designed to reduce waste and fraud. They’ve also alleged that the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) is not reliable, citing supposed past errors. But the CBO has long maintained a reputation for non-partisanship and has even refuted claims by high-level Democratic representatives who have made approximates that were as high as 14 million out of medicaid. Washington Post reports The CBO’s own projections estimate that 4.8 million people would lose coverage due to this new bill.

The bill is currently in the Senate, where even internal GOP deliberations are ongoing regarding the specific fiscal proposals. Now is the time to your representatives and make your views known, as the bill is still under debate. Once it es, your entire life — and your access to medical care — could change overnight.

This marks a definitive crossroads in the nation’s healthcare policy. The bill doesn’t just raise questions about which numbers are acceptable — it forces the country to confront whether healthcare for Americans is a right or a privilege. And disturbingly, the entire debate seems to hinge on whether billionaires are in need of yet more relief.