DeSantis diverted $10M of Medicaid cash to wife's charity: report

Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ), a candidate for governor in Arizona, suggested moving Medicaid recipients to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) — or Obamacare — after trying to repeal the law. During an appearance on the War Room podcast, host Steve Bannon told Biggs that many of President Donald Trump's supporters were on Medicaid. "I mean, in Arizona, I think there's a ton of MAGA that are kind of working class that the way they make it meet is they're using Medicaid to have babies and to meet medical," Bannon said. "Because Medicaid is not this is urban, you know, legend anymore. It's actually out there...

Former child star Ricky Schroder, best known for his big-screen debut in the critically acclaimed box office hit, The Champ(1979), and the classic TV sitcom, Silver Spoons (NBC, 1982-1987), is now officially a senior citizen. He turned 55 years old on April 13, 2025.

After Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents busted a person in Waltham, Massachusetts, they left the 12-year-old boy that person was with stranded and unsupervised, WBZ News in Boston reported on Tuesday evening. Agents "were seen on camera leaving the boy by himself on a sidewalk after arresting the person he was with on Felton Street on Sunday, May 4. Neighborhood Watch volunteers were able to get the boy home safely," said the report, noting that the boy was informed of his rights before being escorted home. Colleen Bradley-MacArthur, who sits on the Waltham City Council, said of the i...

For Rae Vermeal, the experience of one Pima County senior illustrates the complexity of the housing struggle for older people in the region. The woman owns her home and gets $967 through Social Security.

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a delightful senior dog named Hillary, who was luckily rescued after a stranger saw her abandoned. "She and her pal CC were shoved out of a moving car on a busy street, leashes still attached. Thankfully, a kind stranger stopped traffic to rescue them and reached out to us. CC has since been adopted, and now it’s Hillary’s turn to find her forever home," explains Sandy Paws Rescue. This older little lady is hoping that her forever family finds her soon, as she has a lot of love and joy to bring them.

It's been over 50 years since the tragic demise of former child star Bobby Buntrock, best known as Harold Baxter on TV's beloved sitcom Hazel (NBC/CBS, 1961-1966). On April 7, 1974, Buntrock was in a fatal car accident on a bridge in Keystone, South Dakota. Like too many former child stars, before, during, and after his lifetime, Buntrock's life ended horrifically. This is his sad story.

Sacramento residents and Social Security recipients nationwide can expect changes to their payments this May. Nearly 74 million Americans will receive benefits electronically, with payment dates based on birth dates. For those born between the 1st and 10th, payments will arrive on May 14. Beneficiaries born from the 11th to 20th will see payments on May 21, while those born after the 20th will be paid on May 28.

Federal immigration agents used an undocumented Brazilian woman’s two daughters and infant grandchild as “bait” to carry out a chaotic arrest in Worcester, Massachusetts, last week, according to an explosive new report in Rolling Stone. The now-viral incident involving Rosane Ferreira de Oliveira, who entered the U.S. in 2022, began after the woman’s 21-year-old daughter, her three-month-old baby, and her 17-year-old sister were stopped by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, who were threatening to arrest one of them. “Ferreira de Oliveira’s frightened daughter told her mother that she...

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania was meeting last week with representatives from a teachers union in his home state when things quickly devolved.

On Wednesday morning, the New York Times handed over space on the editorial page to allow members ofDonald Trump's cabinet to pitch the idea that being booted off welfare is the "opportunity" of a lifetime. Under a headline that bluntly stated, "Trump Leadership: If You Want Welfare and Can Work, You Must," Trump inner circle members Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Dr. Mehmet Oz, Brooke Rollins and Scott Turner insisted there are too many "able-bodied" Americans who are receiving government assistance. As they put it, the plans to force Americans off the rolls should be contained in, as they called it,...

SHENANDOAH – A day after the ailing pharmacy chain filed for a second bankruptcy, Rite... The post Local Rite Aid stores listed for sale following bankruptcy filing first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

Over the weekend, President Donald Trump announced that the nation of Qatar would give him a new luxury Air Force One and that the plane would be donated to his presidential library after his term in office — meaning he can keep using it. Discussing the matter on Monday, Sunny Hostin, co-host of "The View" and former federal prosecutor, recalled working for the government and being told that taking such gifts was unacceptable. Whoopi Goldberg said that over the years, when she was invited to the White House for birthday events, she would bring the president a gift, but was ultimately told that...

A new warning from Brazilian pulp exporter Suzano SA has raised concerns about the potential for toilet paper shortages and price hikes in the United States. While store shelves currently remain well stocked, the company reports that ongoing supply chain disruptions and new U.S. tariffs are already affecting shipments.

An analysis by the National Alliance to End Homelessness shows that as many as 9 million people could become homeless if the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development ends rental assistance.

A Democratic legislative candidate from Virginia revealed that she and her husband are swingers. Yvonne Rorrer, who's running for the House of Delegates in a deep-red district along the North Carolina border, posted on X over the weekend that she didn't want her lifestyle arrangement to be used against her, so she explained that she and her husband of 22 years "are ethically non-monogamous," reported The Daily Beast. "In politics, people love to dig up the unexpected and spin it into a spectacle," Rorrer posted. "If you dare to step outside the box, they’ll try to use it to discredit you, dist...

Famed Hollywood star George Clooney was deeply disturbed when he saw former President Joe Biden at a major fundraising event last year, because although the two had known each other for decades, Biden seemed to struggle so badly he had to be repeatedly reminded who Clooney was, Axios reported Tuesday. It's one of many new behind-the-scenes revelations in Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson's new book about how Democratic officials came to conclude the former president had to leave the race. Clooney had last seen Biden in 2022, when he was far more energetic and in his form, noted the report — and he...

Losing candidates could follow a playbook laid out by a defeated Republican North Carolina state supreme court hopeful who aggressively challenged his election loss for months. Democrat Allison Riggs defeated Republican Jefferson Griffin by 734 votes in November, but he waged a protracted fight to toss out 65,000 ballots cast by voters that his attorneys argued had not sufficiently proven their eligibility.The Guardian reported that future candidates could succeed in effectively changing election rules after the fact. “The damage to future North Carolina elections has already been done,” said ...

Progressive Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) unleashed a furious attack on MAGA lawmaker Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL), who she said "made a fool of himself on national television." Donalds was asked on “Meet the Press Now" whether he thinks everyone — citizens and non-citizens — are entitled to due process. “When it comes to due process, that is a privilege reserved for American citizens,” Donalds replied. "When people are in our country illegally, there is a semblance of due process, but not nearly at the level of a United States citizen, of an American. There are two different standards." W...

On May 23, 2025, Father Knows Best former child star Lauren Chapin will be 80 years old. A triumphant survivor, Chapin has faced several personal and professional challenges. This is her story.

Other than those indigenous to this vast and blessed land, we are all immigrants here in the United States of America, with rights enshrined in the constitution, no matter our status. The frantic mass deportations pushed by the current administration have affected visa holders, asylum seekers, tourists, and legal citizens. Sweeping reforms have eliminated due process in a web of reinterpreting archaic laws like the Alien Enemies Act and have revoked Temporary Protection Statuses (TPS) , affecting hundreds of thousands of innocent people.

In a heartwarming tale of rescue, Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a charming Chihuahua mix named Annie. At approximately 6 years old and weighing just 16 pounds, Annie's rescue story began when she was discovered struggling to cross a street in North Houston after being abandoned by her previous owner. "Annie was spotted on the streets of North Houston after her "owner" decided to kick her out. A rescuer spotted her struggling to cross the street and immediately went to grab her because she was afraid that the puppy would get run over," explains the nonprofit rescue. This timely intervention would prove to be the turning point in Annie's life.

Patch Virginia identified the most difficult Virginia colleges and universities to be accepted into. Those schools are listed below based on admission rates and other factors. Washington and Lee University in Lexington tops the list of Virginia colleges and universities that are hard to get into. That school has the strictest admission requirements. Only 17 percent of students who apply are accepted.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced another wonderful pup seeking her forever home. For those who read about Abra yesterday, today we're featuring her equally charming sister, Adah, who shares many endearing qualities with her sibling. Much like her sister, Adah starts off a bit reserved, but her sweet nature quickly shines through. "It doesn't take her long to warm up to new people," the rescue notes, highlighting her sweet personality.

A mayoral race in Nebraska's "blue dot" could be a test of voter dissatisfaction with Donald Trump's second presidency — and a bellwether for next year's midterm elections. Democrats in the liberal enclave in a conservative state are hoping to unseat Omaha's three-term Republican mayor, Jean Stothert, in a technically nonpartisan election. But anger over Trump's agenda has fueled closer-than-expected results in special elections for GOP-held seats in Florida and a decisive victory for Democrats in Wisconsin's Supreme Court race, reported the Washington Post. “What I’ve been working to do here ...

If you blinked or slept, you likely missed it. But perceptive and confused Marietta and Cobb County residents reported feeling a small earthquake today around around 9:05 am. The quake was confirmed by the US Geological Society as a magnitude 4.1 quake centered 12 miles SE of Greenback, TN. Quake reports available as of 9:40 am on the USGS website showed reports being filed from throughout North Georgia, including the Cobb County area. Residents who felt the quake can file a report with the USGS using the "Felt Report" site.

From the beloved children’s show “Bluey” to the blockbuster “Harry Potter” films, directors and producers have warned that President Donald Trump’s proposed 100 percent tariff on movies made in “foreign lands” would damage the U.S. entertainment industry’s ability to produce hit shows. But Lamont Pete, a veteran reality TV producer, told Raw Story “nobody should really pay this much mind,” because Trump’sMay 4 Truth Social post isn’t grounded in “reality.” “When he came out and said this I don't think he really thought it through, but surprise, surprise, that would not be the first,” Pete said...

MAGA influencers reacted with outrage Tuesday after House Republicans told them to get "off the sidelines." The controversy came following a vague post on the House Republican X account. "We need to get Americans off the sidelines," the House GOP account said. Want more breaking political news? Click for the latest headlines at Raw Story. "You are asking us to fight for you when you haven't done even one single thing that Trump supporters have told you to do?" Jan. 6 protester Philip Anderson asked. "F--- off. And enjoy the midterms." "OMG - did these worthless, lazy, always on vacation, do-no...

Outgoing acting U.S. Attorney Ed Martin is moving from his temporary post overseeing prosecutors in Washington, D.C., to the new Justice Department "Weaponization Working Group" that NBC News described as part of an effort to "investigate [President Donald] Trump's investigators." Speaking out about the matter on Tuesday, Martin said he would change the long-standing protocol and "name" and "shame" individuals even if the Justice Department is unable to charge them with crimes, according to the report. In a news conference, Martin referred to himself as the "captain" of the working group taske...

A federal judge in Maryland has issued a temporary restraining order against the Justice Department for terminating grants from the Office on Violence Against Women to the American Bar Association, finding that the decision was likely retaliation for the group's criticism of President Donald Trump and therefore a violation of the First Amendment. The grants provided $3.2 million to the bar association to train lawyers to represent survivors of domestic and sexual violence. After Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche canceled the payments, they said it was because ...