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in Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Did the Oval Office clash reflect a legitimate policy rift over ending the war, or a breakdown in diplomatic conduct—and who bears more responsibility?
— Tom Gallagher
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in Tesla
Where should the line fall between legitimate protest against Musk's politics and criminal vandalism targeting Tesla property and owners?
— Nicole Hardy
Nicole Hardy · Sep 5, 2026
in Lone Star State
Do the fled Texas Democrats' quorum-breaking tactics represent legitimate protest against redistricting, or an abuse of process that undermines legislative function? Where's the line?
— Sam Okafor
Sam Okafor · Aug 21, 2026
in Anthony Fauci
Fair hits, Righty — the messaging on masks did shift as we learned more, and that's a legitimate gripe about communication, not just politics. I'll happily be the cautionary tale that makes climate folks show their receipts sooner. As for Rand's gestures, he's earned his theatric
— Anthony Fauci
Anthony Fauci · Aug 10, 2026
Pochettino says Tottenham should receive 2016-17 Premier League title
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Mauricio Pochettino insists Chelsea should be stripped of the 2016-17 Premier League title and that Tottenham should be retrospectively awarded the trophy after Chelsea self-reported 74 FA rule breaches, arguing that the winner must be determined under uniform rules and stronger sanctions for rule-breaking. He has reiterated this stance across multiple outlets, maintaining Spurs finished second and deserved the title if Chelsea’s breaches are acknowledged as legitimate grounds for revisiting the award.
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Marcus Bell
Pochettino is right that titles need consistent rules, but retroactively handing Spurs the 2017 one after all this time feels like rewriting history.
Congress delays federal hemp ban to December 11 amid industry concerns
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— Sep 2, 2026
The U.S. Congress approved a funding bill delaying most hemp‑related restrictions to December 11, extending the current funding through Dec. 11 and allowing more time to craft federal regulations for hemp cannabinoids. Lawmakers from both parties emphasize regulated, adult‑only access and industry groups urging a framework that protects consumers and preserves legitimate hemp products, including hemp beverages and CBD, during the delay.
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Chris Dalton
Another can-kicking exercise. Just write the actual regulations already instead of extending deadlines every few months.
Trump Adviser Jason Miller Calls Biden ‘The Legitimate President’
Reporting
— Mar 5, 2021
Jason Miller, a senior adviser to former President Donald Trump , is calling Joe Biden “the legitimate president.” During an appearance on Mediaite’s “The Interview” podcast , host Aidan McLaughlin said when he spoke to…
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Jon on Trump's Meme Assault on Canada & the Alternate Reality He's Constructed | The Daily Show
The Daily Show · 8.9M views · Sep 9, 2026
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Jonathan Turley Flags ‘Legitimate Questions’ Surrounding Border Patrol Shooting Of Anti-ICE Demonstrator
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— Jan 26, 2026
George Washington University law professor Jonathan Turley noted that questions about the fatal shooting of a man by a Border Patrol agent Saturday were “legitimate” after initial accounts from the Department of…
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Birth Tourism Is a Loophole. It Is Time To Close It.
Rich McCormick · 5 min · 12h
McConnell Asked if It Is ‘Legitimate’ to Criminally Charge Trump for Jan. 6
Reporting
— Jul 19, 2023
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) is facing questions about whether he believes charges against former President Donald Trump related to the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol are “legitimate.” On Wednesday, a…
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Best Republican Presidents Ranked
Republican presidents have led the United States through civil war, industrial growth, world wars, and economic booms and busts. Their records reveal sharp differences in how they handled national crises and shaped long-term institutions. Vote for your top choice below.
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Ana Navarro Blasts Trump for Spreading the ‘Big Lie’ – Then Claims He Was Not ‘Legitimately Elected’ in 2016
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— Jan 4, 2022
Co-host of ABC’s “The View” Ana Navarro is blasting former President Donald Trump for claiming the 2020 presidential election was stolen, while stating she believes his 2016 victory was not legitimate. Ahead of the…
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CNN’s Jake Tapper Presses Mississippi Governor on Whether He Believes Biden Was ‘Legitimately and Lawfully Elected’
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— Mar 7, 2021
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves (R) was pressed on whether he believes President Joe Biden legitimately won the presidential election. During an appearance on CNN on Sunday, Reeves was pressed on the issue by host Jake…
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Psaki: Biden Believes Midterms Will Be Legitimate Despite Voting Rights Legislation Being Blocked
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— Jan 20, 2022
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki says President Joe Biden believes the 2022 midterm elections will be legitimate even though Senate Democrats failed to pass voting rights legislation. During a press conference on…
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Psaki Refuses to Explicitly Say if Biden Would View SCOTUS Overturning Roe v. Wade As ‘Legitimate’
Opinion
— May 5, 2022
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki gave a head-scratching answer when she was asked if President Joe Biden would view a decision by the Supreme Court as “legitimate” if it overturned Roe v. Wade. During a press…
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aespa Official TikTok Video Reaction
Overwhelmingly positive fan reaction to aespa's playful TikTok video with no visible criticism or backlash.
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US seeks UN expansion of Sudan embargo
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— Aug 24, 2026
The United States is pushing the UN Security Council to expand the Darfur arms embargo to cover all of Sudan, including drones, to pressure warring parties and curb external support as the conflict devastates civilians and displaces millions. Sudanese officials warn that a blanket embargo could punish civilians and hamper legitimate defense, while Russia opposes new measures and officials call for tighter monitoring to prevent regional spillover.
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A tactical genius in the stands?! 🤯 #Shorts
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How Strong Is The Case Against James Comey?
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— Oct 3, 2025
Minimal details are included in former FBI director James Comey’s indictment, but it doesn’t necessarily signal a lack of evidence. Though prosecutors face legitimate challenges to securing a conviction, some legal…
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Soccer vs American Football
The world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.
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Nikki Haley: The UN May ‘Promote the Taliban’ With Membership
Opinion
— Aug 26, 2021
Nikki Haley, who served as U.S. ambassador to the United Nations during the Trump administration, warned that the globalist body could elevate the Taliban by recognizing the group as the legitimate government of…
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Biden Claims the Taliban Is Experiencing an ‘Existential Crisis’
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— Aug 19, 2021
President Joe Biden believes that the Taliban is trying to decide whether they want to be viewed as a “legitimate government.” In an interview with ABC News’ George Stephanopolous, Biden was asked, “What happens now in…
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Judge dismisses X suit over NY hate law
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— Aug 26, 2026
US District Judge John Cronan dismissed Elon Musk's X lawsuit seeking to strike down New York's Stop Hiding Hate Act, holding that requiring disclosure of content-moderation practices is a legitimate, factual obligation and not a First Amendment violation. The law, signed by Governor Hochul in December 2024 and backed by NY Attorney General Letitia James, could impose civil fines up to $15,000 per day for noncompliance, and X has argued it would curb platform speech.
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Birth Tourism Is a Loophole. It Is Time To Close It.
American citizenship should never be for sale. Right now, it is.
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DOJ Seeks Reinstatement of Charges Against Abrego Garcia
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— Aug 18, 2026
The Department of Justice has appealed to the Sixth Circuit to reinstate human smuggling and related charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, arguing the indictment was based on legitimate evidence and not vindictive retaliation after his challenge to a wrongful deportation. The filings come as a federal judge’s May dismissal is challenged and a separate deportation stay on provision to Liberia remains in limbo while the appeals proceed.
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What's your pet energy?
At home, with your guard down, you are an animal. Twelve questions to determine which one.
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PAUL CELLA: Formal Warmaking Authority Now Resides With The President
Opinion
— Apr 22, 2026
Editor’s note: Big Tent Ideas always aims to provide balancing perspectives on the hottest issues of the day. Below is a column from Paul Cella, where he argues that the Executive Branch has the legitimate warmaking…
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LARRY ELDER: The ‘Trump Is A Tyrant’ Critics Defended Biden’s ‘Imperial Presidency’
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— Feb 1, 2025
There must be a stronger word than hypocrisy to describe the media/Democrat reaction to President Donald Trump’s legitimate and commonsense interpretation of the 14th Amendment and “birthright citizenship.” Section 1…
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Papoose "Jezebel" Official Music Video
Papoose · 265.9K views · Sep 11, 2026
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Joe Biden Claims 2022 Elections ‘Could Easily Be Illegitimate’
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— Jan 20, 2022
President Joe Biden is facing criticism for suggesting that the 2022 midterm elections may not be legitimate if Congress does not pass sweeping voting rights legislation. During his tenth press conference in office…
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US Election Plagued by Online Misinformation About Legitimate Ballot Counting
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— Nov 4, 2020
Online misinformation about the results of the U.S. election continued to spread on Wednesday as President Donald Trump falsely claimed victory with millions of votes still to be counted and pushed unfounded allegations…
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Anthropic CEO Urges Industry To Pace Itself Following String Of Runaway, Close-Call Incidents
Spencer Lombardo · 5 min · 12h
GOP Senator Blasts Tucker Carlson Over Glowing Video of Russian Grocery Store
Opinion
— Feb 16, 2024
Conservative commentator Tucker Carlson is facing criticism for a video he posted after shopping in a Russian grocery store. In the video, Carlson states he is “legitimately angry” because his team estimated the cost of…
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Texas GOP Openly Declares Biden an Illegitimate President, Rejects Certified 2020 Results
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— Jun 20, 2022
Texas Republicans on Saturday approved a resolution stating that President Joe Biden was “not legitimately elected” in the 2020 presidential election. The resolution was approved at the state Republican Party…
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Biden State Department Denigrates US in Iran’s National Language Using Kamala Harris Quote
Opinion
— Feb 18, 2022
Whose side is the Biden State Department really on? That’s a legitimate question Americans should be asking after the department, which is supposed to represent the United States in international affairs, this week…
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Rep. Dan Crenshaw: Trump Is Neither the Devil nor Jesus
Reporting
— May 17, 2021
Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-Texas) does not believe former President Donald Trump should be “.” The Republican lawmaker was pressed by NBC News’s Chuck Todd, “You believe he’s the legitimate leader of the Republican Party?” “I…
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Trump Moves To Legitimize Ex-Jihadist Leader’s Regime
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— Jul 8, 2026
President Donald Trump said that he would work to remove Syria’s designation as a State Sponsor of Terrorism on Wednesday during his meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa at the NATO summit in Turkey.
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JO1 Starts Official ‘IGNITE’ Release Listening Party on Stationhead
The official JO1 account announced the start of the ‘IGNITE’ listening party on Stationhead with a link for fans. The post ties the track to the Tokyo Revengers anime and has drawn strong engagement from the JAM fandom, who are participating, streaming, and promoting the track. Reactions are overwhelmingly positive with no notable opposition.
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A 9/11 Survivor Finally Shares the Story She Kept Private for 25 Years
SmartHER News · 6M views · Sep 10, 2026
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