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Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) in better health attending a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing.

McConnell’s $226K Gatekeeper Cornered Outside Senator’s Home

STONEWALLED

The 84-year-old senator has not appeared publicly or been seen speaking in nearly two months as aides remain tight-lipped about his condition.

Trump's new hairdo

Trump Goons Reveal Trick Behind His Fluffy New Hair

MAGIC LIGHT

U.S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio participate in a cabinet meeting at Camp David in Thurmont, Maryland, U.S., July 31, 2026. REUTERS/Daniel Heuer

Rubio’s ‘President of Peace’ Flex Blows Up in His Face

🚨 SUCK-UP ALERT 🚨

Taylor Swift Humiliates Trump With Copyright SmackdownBAD BLOOD

Taylor Swift attends the 67th Annual Grammy Awards on February 2, 2025, in Los Angeles, California.

I Know Why Smacked-Down Trump Squeals About Ballroom: AuthorDEFEATED TRUMP’S MELTDOWN

Inside Trump's Head

Defeated Trump has a meltdown over his ballroom

Obama Pins His Biggest Scandal on Comedy LegendDRESS TO IMPRESS

Larry David and Barack Obama.

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Farmer Justus Walker

American Farmer Used as Kremlin Prop Faces Deportation

NYET!

‘It’s mind-boggling,’ says Justus Walker after first praising, then criticizing the Russian government.

Lara Trump and Markwayne Mullin

Lara Trump Performs Cringe Workout With President’s Top Goon

A photo illustration of Liz Meriwether and the casts of Furious and New Girl.

Why ‘New Girl’ Creator Hated the Show’s Cringey Tagline

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Russia's President Vladimir Putin attends a forum.

Putin Humiliated in Botched Battlefield Publicity Stunt

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito attends an event organized by the U.S. Embassy to the Holy See, in Rome, Italy, September 20, 2025. REUTERS/Vincenzo Livieri

Trumpy SCOTUS Justice, 76, Addresses Retirement Rumors

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John Goodman, 74, Appears 'Unrecognizable' in Candid Photo

UNITED STATES - JANUARY 16: ROSEANNE - "Promo's" 1988 Roseanne Barr, John Goodman (Photo by ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images)

Tom Holland Tries Wild Bodybuilding Trick for Shirtless Shot

Laura Mercier's Mint-Tinted Setting Powder Is My Redness Fix

Laura Mercier Mint Setting Powder Review

Sitcom Star Reveals Why She Had a Baby at 52

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Katey Sagal in an undated promotional photo for "Married...With Children"

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Ricky Gervais and Alley Cats.

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Ricky Gervais Hits New Low With Pathetic Netflix Series

The ever-polarizing comedian’s new animated outing isn’t offensive. It’s just lazy.

Wagner Moura, Noah Alexander Sosnowski, Riley Chung, and Greta Lee in "The Last House."

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Netflix’s Terrifying New Thriller Traps You Inside Forever

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‘Breakfast Club’ Star Reveals Shocking Last John Hughes Call

Dana Herrnstadt

Antonio Banderas and Dominic Sessa in Tony.

The Anthony Bourdain Origin Story Is a Tasty Revelation

NO RESERVATIONS

Energized by Dominic Sessa’s lead performance, “Tony” is a charming coming-of-age tale.

Nick Schager

Emmy Winner Was Desperate for Work Before Landing Hit Show

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Obsessed: The Podcast

A photo illo illustration of Shawn Hatosy and Noah Wyle in The Pitt.

The Kelce Who Cried at Taylor Swift’s Wedding Revealed

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift attend the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards at Dolby Theatre on March 26, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.

‘90210’ Meets ‘Silence of the Lambs’ in Wild Summer Trash TV

Homer Gere, Graham Campbell, Hayes Warner, Kaia Gerber, and Igby Rigney in The Shards

Netflix Comic Fights Back Tears Over ‘Extremely Sad’ Divorce

Christina Pazsitzky

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Trump Melts Down Over Ballroom Humiliation

President Donald Trump went on a Truth Social rampage after a federal court blocked the construction of his beloved vanity project.
Trump, 80, unleashed a nearly 500-word diatribe after an appellate court ordered a work stoppage on the White House ballroom, calling it a domain of Congress and not the executive branch.
The three-judge panel voted 2-1 to uphold a preliminary injunction earlier won by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, which sued the government when the Trump administration pursued the project without congressional approval.
“Congress has not ceded unfettered authority to the Executive Branch to dramatically redesign, reshape, and reconstruct the White House — the People’s House — to fit a particular President’s desires,” the court said. Obama appointee Patricia Millett and Biden nominee Bradley Garcia formed the majority, while Trump pick Neomi Rao dissented.
Trump said “the Military and Secret Service are viewing this horrendous, politically motivated, and unlawful ruling as a National Security threat to our Nation in that the entire Complex is being built for the protection of our Country and, additionally, all future Presidents.”
The president initially said a White House ballroom has been “wanted for 150 years by presidents” who lacked space to host big events. But over time, his rationale for the sprawling, $400 million pet project has evolved into one centered around national security.
Trump has repeatedly insisted that the bunker built into the ballroom’s design—complete with bomb shelters and medical facilities—is necessary for the safety of administration officials and visitors alike.
“It is all tied together as one big, expensive, and very complex unit, which is vital for National Security and Military Operations of the United States of America!” he claimed.
“The Circuit Court’s decision, which is totally wrong on the vital subject of STANDING, of which the plaintiff has none, severely jeopardizes the lives and welfare of the people who work, and will be working, at the White House — including all future Presidents of the United States, and their families, as well as the lives of all those visiting, such as Heads of State and other Dignitaries, and all Americans who wish to visit the historic, beautiful Executive Mansion,” Trump continued.
The president went on to claim that the ballroom is “a Gift from President Trump and Great Patriots of the United States of America,” echoing his previous statements that Americans would not have to foot the bill. But The Washington Post reported last month that invoices for the project put its cost at $600 million, with more than half coming from tax dollars.
“There will be no expense to the American Taxpayer. This unjust decision must be overturned by the Supreme Court in its entirety,” Trump wrote. “Thank you for your attention to this deeply important National Security matter!”

‘Ted Lasso’ Can’t Save Us From Our Current Nightmare

Brendan Hunt, Jason Sudeikis, and Tanya Reynolds in 'Ted Lasso'

Trump Goon Gives Bonkers Reason for Dismal Economy

A photo illustration of Kevin Hassett and Donald Trump for blaming job numbers on snow.

Reality Star Says She Regrets Her Multiple Plastic Surgeries

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A still of a 90s episode of The Simpsons shows the entire Simpsons family posing outside of their house.

Voice of Bart Drops Bombshell About ‘The Simpsons’ Endgame

¡AY, CARAMBA!

Dana Herrnstadt

Charlie's Angels

‘Charlie’s Angels’ Star, 80, Wows Fans With Youthful Glow

GOOD MORNING, ANGEL

U.S. President Donald Trump meets with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun (not pictured) in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., July 21, 2026.

Trump Gets Humiliating Response To Claim He’s Best Ever

REALITY CHECK

The unpopular president didn’t seem to realize why he could be impeached.

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QVC Host Drops to the Floor After Awkward X-Rated Blunder

SLIP OF THE TONGUE

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A photo illustration of Pete Hegseth, burning money, and a rocket barrage.

I've Got Proof. This Is The Worst Member of Trump's Cabinet

SUPERBAD

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This Cooling Wand Is My Ultimate Antidote to Puffiness

COOL DOWN

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I Tried the Buzzy Trampoline Workout Taking Over Fitness

BOUNCE WITH ME

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This Compact Sauna Is the Best Wellness Investment I’ve MadeSWEAT EQUITY

Hypochlorous Acid Is Skincare’s Rising Star—Derms Weigh InACID SPRITZ?

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Dominic Sessa and Leo Woodall in 'Tony'

Anthony Bourdain Was a Jerk Before He Was a God

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A photo illustration of Dr. Anthony Fauci and Donald Trump during his
deposition vs New York Attorney General (NYAG) Letitia James on August 10, 2022.

The Hypocrisy Exposing the GOP’s Blind Devotion to Trump

DOUBLE STANDARDS

Mitch McConnell as a tortoise

How Congress Should Prepare for McConnell’s Grand Return

WHAT'S MY AGE AGAIN?

BEDMINSTER, NEW JERSEY - AUGUST 10: Former President Donald Trump follows his tee shot on the 3rd tee during the pro-am prior to the LIV Golf Invitational - Bedminster at Trump National Golf Club on August 10, 2023 in Bedminster, New Jersey. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)

Video Shows Trump’s Latest Golf Win Doesn’t Quite Add Up

Vic Verbalaitis

Donald Trump, Jeanine Pirro, Reflecting pool

In Trump’s Courtroom, Judge Jeanine Is Now on Trial

Michael Ian Black

A photo illustration of Elaine Chao and Mitch McConnell as Weekend At Bernie's for The Swamp.

Politician Finally Dares to Ask If Missing Mitch Is Dead

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