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Billionaire Leon Black defends paying Epstein $158 million: ‘I knew Jekyll. I didn’t know Hyde’

Black is mentioned repeatedly in files that the Department of Justice has released related to the Epstein investigation

The Independent UK

Bipartisan changes made to kids’ internet safety bill

Bipartisan kids’ internet safety legislation is one step closer to reality as key House members announced an agreement including privacy and data broker provisions and indicated they hope to bring the bill to a suspension vote on the House floor. House Energy and Commerce Chair Brett Guthrie, R-Ky., and ranking…

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A coalition sues to block Kentucky's new 14.25% prediction markets tax

A coalition including Kalshi, Crypto

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MAGA warrior Lauren Boebert fires back after Trump threatens her job: ‘Got work to do’

The president is targeting the Colorado Republican because she campaigned for fellow GOP congress member Thomas Massie, of Kentucky, who has been critical of the commander-in-chief

The Independent UK

Michter's Announces 2026 Release of Its Coveted 10 Year Rye

LOUISVILLE, Ky., May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- This June, Louisville-based distiller Michter's will be releasing its 10 Year Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Rye. "At tastings, we occasionally encounter bourbon drinkers who are reluctant to taste rye because of past experiences," observed Michter's President Joseph J. Magliocco. "We explain that Michter's…

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Thomas Massie loses Kentucky primary to Ed Gallrein, but grabs the mic and roasts his opponent with brutal ‘Tel Aviv’ jab

Going down swinging.

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Kentucky election results: Did Donald Trump just end Thomas Massie’s political run in Kentucky? Here's the KY primary election 2026 result

President Trump secured a significant victory as his endorsed candidate, Ed Gallrein, defeated Rep. Thomas Massie in a costly Kentucky primary. Massie, a frequent critic of Trump, faced a retribution campaign fueled by substantial outside spending. This win further solidifies Trump's influence within the Republican party, demonstrating his power to…

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WILD TURKEY UNVEILS THE NEXT CHAPTER OF ITS BOURBON LEGACY: WILD TURKEY AUSTIN NICHOLS ARCHIVES, GOLD FOIL EDITION

LAWRENCEBURG, Ky., May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Wild Turkey, the award-winning distillery renowned for its bold Kentucky bourbon, is looking to its own legendary past for inspiration to inform its future. Today, the distillery introduced Austin Nichols Archives Collection, a new limited-edition annual series commemorating some of the most coveted…

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Donald Trump, Thomas Massie, and the Long, Slow Death of the Tea Party

Whatever happens in Kentucky's GOP primary, the populist right no longer even pretends to care about spending or government overreach.

Reason

Pete Hegseth gives Trump impersonation to bash Biden-era military policy and rally for MAGA candidate in Kentucky

Hegseth’s stop is the latest effort by Trump allies to take out Rep. Thomas Massie

The Independent UK

Tuesday’s primary vote will help determine more than control of Congress. It can have a lasting impact on the nation

ANALYSIS: Races in Kentucky, Pennsylvania and Georgia might determine control of the House, Senate - and maybe the future of the White House, Eric Garcia writes

The Independent UK

How to Bet $100 at the 2026 Kentucky Derby

Want to know how to get the best bang for your buck for Saturday’s big race? Pat Forde has you covered.

Sports Illustrated

Meet the Promiscuous Stud Building a Kentucky Derby Legacy

No horse can match the impact of Into Mischief, a 21-year-old stallion with three Derby-winning offspring and three more competing Saturday.

Sports Illustrated

Winning the AI ‘arms race’ holds appeal for both parties

When House Energy and Commerce Chairman Brett Guthrie, R-Ky., said the U.S. “is in an AI arms race with China” at a markup in January, it was routine. Earlier that month, at a House Ways and Means subcommittee hearing, Rep. Blake D. Moore, R-Utah, aired his worry that the words…

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20-Year-Old Kentucky Woman Arrested After Driving Into Crowd ‘With Extreme Indifference To Value Of Human Life’

"Wow. She looks really upset in the booking photo."

Axios

"Tell me to my face": Paul a "no" on Mullin after heated hearing

The hearing is off to a rocky start.

International Business Times UK

Jenny Din, 9, Found Dead in Florence Pond After Wandering Away Barefoot in a Mint Jacket and Pink Headphones

A nine-year-old autistic girl, Jenny Din, was found dead in a pond after a 25-hour search in Florence, Kentucky. The community-led search involved multiple agencies and volunteers.

Roll Call

Trump told MAGA supporters that ‘we won’ in Iran. They were silent

ANALYSIS — The silence from the Kentucky crowd, many wearing “Make America Great Again” gear, was deafening. The friendly audience in the commonwealth’s 4th District already had booed loudly at President Donald Trump’s mention of “Barack Hussein Obama,” with emphasis on the 44th president’s middle name. It would later howl…

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Trump confirms 'massive and ongoing' attacks on Iran, warns of possible casualties, and calls on Iranian people to overthrow regime

In a nod to a potential prolonged operation, Trump also warned "we may have casualties—that often happens in war,"

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If You Want To See Something New And Quirky In The USA, This Online Group Has You Covered (88 Pics)

An itinerary can help you save time and money on your travels, but it can’t replace the thrill of discovering things on your own. These pictures, on the other hand, show what you can find if you just dare to look aside. From giant statues to the most miniature of…

Budget and the Bees

The “Property Tax Elephant”: 4 Florida Proposals That Could Slash Your Bill in 2026

If you have looked at your escrow statement recently, you know the sinking feeling in your gut. Florida homeowners are currently trapped in a financial pincer move: insurance premiums are skyrocketing, and property tax assessments are catching up to inflated home values. While Tallahassee can’t control the hurricanes, they can…

Reason

Rand Paul Turns Against Section 230, Citing YouTube Video Accusing Him of Taking Money From Maduro

After Google refused to take down a video of him, the Kentucky senator suggested upending the legal framework undergirding the internet for three decades.

The Independent UK

The unexpected GOP rebels: These Republicans have had enough of Trump after one year and are standing up to him

ANALYSIS: From two Kentucky libertarians to one of his loudest supporters to a retiring senator ‘sick of stupid’ to a swing district Republican, Eric Garcia writes about the few Republicans willing to stand up to the president

Axios

Scoop: Musk shocks with $10 million donation in Ky. Senate race

It's the biggest sign yet that Musk plans to spend big for Republicans in the 2026 midterms.

Roll Call

Comer wants spending bill to delay intoxicating hemp ban

Kentucky Republican hopes to win a two-year extension in spending legislation needed this month to head off a partial government shutdown.

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