News site editor's ties to Iran, Russia show misinformation's complexity  —  Experts say an overlap in funding underscores concern that the spread of falsehoods and propaganda online is entering a more complicated stage as the November election draws closer.

Trump falsely claims he never called for Hillary Clinton to be locked up  —  “Lock her up” is perhaps one of the most popular chants among Trump supporters, and he agreed with it on several occasions.  —  Trump falsely tells Fox News he never said ‘Lock her up’

‘No way out without bloodshed’: the right believe the US is under threat and are mobilizing  —  In ‘mirror world’, Trump is martyr and Biden is autocrat, as calls for violence erupt on internet after ex-president's conviction  —  The posts are ominous.  —  “Pick a side, or YOU are next …

“Swept Up!”  The Russian Payments that Led to Trump's Felony Conviction  —  There has been a lot of performed ignorance about the origin of the investigation that led to the felony conviction of Donald Trump.  —  Former Attorney General Jeff Sessions' spox, Sarah Isgur, quoted Robert Jackson about prosecutors choosing defendants.

Half of Americans think Trump's guilty verdict was correct, should end campaign: POLL  —  47% say they think the charges against Trump were politically motivated.  —  Former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump walks to speak to the press after he was convicted …

Revenge: analysis of Trump posts shows relentless focus on punishing enemies  —  Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington documents former president's threats against perceived political opponents  —  A major study of Donald Trump's social media posts has revealed the scale …

Donald Trump joins TikTok and rapidly wins two million followers  —  Within hours of joining TikTok, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump had attracted over 2 million followers on the short video social media platform that he tried to ban as president on national security grounds.

What Are the 2024 Disaster Scenarios for Democrats and Republicans?  —  There are still some circumstances that could lead to a blowout for either side.  —  Everyone involved in political analysis has pretty much assumed that no matter who wins the 2024 presidential (and for that matter, congressional) elections, it will be close.

Australians Warm to Trump as Trust in Biden and US Plunges  — Poll shows Australians' support for Biden slumped 13 points  — Majority of Australians still want Biden to win upcoming vote  —  Australians are more distrustful of the US than at any time in Joe Biden's administration …

RNC co-chair Lara Trump attacks Hogan for calling for respect for legal process  —  Lara Trump doesn't commit to having the Republican National Committee give money to Hogan's run for Senate.  —  Lara Trump, the co-chair of the Republican National Committee and daughter-in-law of Donald Trump …

A Trump Win Is Seen as a Risk to Fed Independence, Bond Market: Poll  —  Survey respondents expect a move in Treasury yields if Trump secures a second term  —  The Federal Reserve will face a significant risk of losing its independence to ramped-up political interference if Donald Trump …

A Felon in the Oval Office Would Test the American System  —  The system of checks and balances established in the Constitution was meant to hold wayward presidents accountable, but some wonder how it will work if the next president is already a felon.  —  The revolutionary hero Patrick Henry knew this day would come.

REVEALED: Dr. Anthony Fauci confesses he ‘made up’ covid rules including 6 feet social distancing and masking kids  — Fauci said he does not know where the six foot social distancing rule came from  — He also said that he was unaware of studies recommending masks for kids