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Elon Musk insists Ron DeSantis’s disastrous Twitter launch was a success: ‘The top story on Earth’

CEO insists glitches only revealed ‘massive attention’ governor’s event attracted

The Independent UK

Americans are increasingly moving to red, Republican-leaning states – where life is cheaper, but people also die younger

The United States is an increasingly polarized country when it comes to politics – but one thing that almost all people want is to live a long, healthy life.

The Conversation

What went wrong at Ron DeSantis’s US presidential campaign launch?

Announcement on Twitter – with Elon Musk present – was marred by technical glitches. We look at what happened

The Guardian - UK

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House Democrats laugh off Marjorie Taylor Greene’s call for ‘decorum’

Far-right Georgia Republican draws laughter after banging gavel and demanding order as Steve Scalise spoke

The Guardian - US

Florida groups warn America of danger from ‘dictator’ DeSantis

Minority and activist groups say Florida is ‘canary in the coalmine’ and warn rights will be trampled on if governor becomes president

The Guardian - US

What has White House contender Ron DeSantis said about the UK Government?

FLORIDA Governor Ron DeSantis has announced he will be running to be the next president of the United States.

The National (Scotland)

The NAACP says Florida isn’t safe for Black people. Unfortunately, they’re right

Ron DeSantis’s war on ‘wokeness’ is part of a larger effort to make Black people feel unwelcome, their identities un-American

The Guardian - US

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Meatball in the Machine

To be fair, launching a campaign at Disney World was out of the question

Salon

Registered Republicans win nearly ¾ of school board seats in Oklahoma

Welcome to Day 2 of our deep dive into this year’s spring elections, this time with a look at Oklahoma. ICYMI, check out yesterday’s report on Wisconsin.

Ballotpedia

Trump posts fake DeSantis Twitter Spaces video featuring Hitler, George Soros and the devil

‘Hold your horses Elon, the real president is going to say a few words,’ a fake Mr Trump interjects in the fake video

The Independent UK

Democrats are dreading a potential debt ceiling deal

"Democrats know they will have to eat a turd sandwich," one House Democrat told Axios.

Axios

Glitches hit DeSantis' safe-space strategy

His campaign launch was a rocky start to his strategy of largely ignoring mainstream media and sticking to conservative outlets.

Axios

Biden Reelection Bid Far From Sure Bet: Kiplinger Economic Forecasts

Kiplinger

Ohio election officials scramble ahead of August vote on state constitution changes

Ohio Republicans set up an August special election to decide whether to make it harder to amend the state constitution, before voters might see an amendment on abortion access.

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5 things people get wrong about the debt ceiling saga

Did spending by President Biden and the Democrats rack up the country's debt? Is a default the same as a government shutdown? Here are answers to things people often get wrong about the debt ceiling.

The Independent UK

Ron DeSantis mocked yet again for campaign ad packed with Elon Musk footage

Video interspersed with archive footage of the Twitter chief in various events

Tribune News Service

Editorial: He’s in, but Florida, state of extremism, pays the price for DeSantis’ 2024 run

We’ve known Gov. Ron DeSantis has been running — hard — for the White House for months, campaigning in all but name from Ohio and Michigan to Israel and Japan.

Los Angeles Times

Commentary: Florida’s censorship of ‘diversity’ efforts are a tantrum born of white guilt

In our country, privilege for one often means oppression for another. The anti-racism movement acknowledges this reality — making the movement a target for politicians such as Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, who last week signed into law a bill blocking public colleges from using federal or state funding on “diversity,…

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Tribune News Service

Patricia Murphy: Can Tim Scott break the Trump fever for the GOP?

Here we go again. A qualified, conservative, likable Republican gets into the GOP presidential primary against Donald Trump. And then so does another one, and another, and another until eventually, the race becomes a blob of Donald Trump vs. everyone else.

Tribune News Service

Bice ponders family leave bill as she juggles multiple priorities

Stephanie Bice is a busy woman. She sits on four committees — double the usual most House members get — represents the class of 2020 on the Republican leadership team, and is the vice chair of the Republican Main Street Caucus. Oh, and she’s chairing a subcommittee with a modest…

Chicago Tribune

While DNC coming to Chicago might provide good vibes, experts say economic boost might be overhyped

CHICAGO — When Chicago last hosted the Democratic National Convention in 1996, Mayor Richard M. Daley played the role of deep-pocketed Johnny Appleseed.

Tribune News Service

POINT: 2024 is not a 2016 rerun — Trump is a one-trick pony

Those afraid that the 2024 GOP presidential contest will become a repeat of 2016 need not worry. The race is radically different this year; it will not play out the same.

Tribune News Service

Editorial: Trump’s mouth on trial: Donald is compelled to spout off and the courts won’t abide it

Like the scorpion in the fable that causes its own drowning, Donald Trump cannot stop himself from attacking and insulting and belittling. It’s been his nature for his nearly 77 years and helped propel him into the White House. A fitting word for his attitude is contemptuous. While his sneering…

Tribune News Service

To Republicans’ delight, Georgia Rep. Mesha Mainor defies her party

Mesha Mainor may have a “D” next to her name, but she’s a star among Republicans.

Tribune News Service

COUNTERPOINT: Republicans falling into the same 2016 Trump trap

A large field of qualified candidates is setting up the Republican primaries for a repeat of 2016.

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