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Independent newspapers in the U.S. are rapidly disappearing as private investment firms take over, leading to increased news deserts, especially in rural areas, with most remaining newspapers owned by a few large corporations, reducing local community representation.
Maine Rep. Jared Golden, the only Democrat to vote with Republicans on a government funding bill, faces a primary challenge from Matthew Dunlap, who criticizes Golden for siding with GOP interests in a highly competitive district, highlighting ongoing party divisions and electoral tensions.
The SEC's decision to adopt a nine-game conference schedule starting in 2026, which includes Notre Dame, helps solidify the Irish's status as an independent school by allowing them to maintain nonconference games and their TV partnerships, while also influencing college football playoff expansion discussions.
Digital Foundry, a renowned video game media outlet known for technical analysis, has bought back its shares from Ziff Davis, making it fully independent for the first time since its acquisition by Eurogamer and subsequently IGN, emphasizing their commitment to independence and audience-focused content.
Digital Foundry, a trusted source for game console analysis, has become independent after its founder Richard Leadbetter purchased it from Eurogamer and IGN, marking a shift towards independent gaming journalism focused solely on audience interests.
Four Labour MPs, including Rachel Maskell, were suspended for rebelling against party lines on welfare reforms, but Maskell emphasized her continued support for the government as an independent and her commitment to advocating for her constituents, especially disabled people. The suspensions aim to enforce party discipline amid internal disagreements over welfare policy, with some MPs feeling the punishment is an overreaction.
Independent Dan Osborn announced his bid for Nebraska's Senate seat, emphasizing his independence from party politics and criticizing the influence of wealthy donors and billionaires. Last year, he narrowly lost to Republican Deb Fischer, and this year he faces a Republican opponent, Pete Ricketts. Osborn maintains a nonpartisan stance, has received Democratic support, but insists he will not caucus with either party if elected, aiming to demonstrate that independents can succeed in traditionally partisan states.
Karine Jean-Pierre, the former White House press secretary, announced she is becoming an independent after serving in Democratic administrations, prompting criticism from some Democrats who view her as ineffective and self-promoting, with insiders describing her tenure as problematic and her departure as unremarkable.
CNN commentator Scott Jennings criticized Democrats for removing Karine Jean-Pierre from her role as White House press secretary, praising her decision to become an independent and criticizing her tenure, amid her upcoming book that discusses America's political system and her experiences.
Karine Jean-Pierre, former White House press secretary, is leaving the Democratic Party to become an independent, citing a perceived betrayal by the party related to Biden's decision to end his re-election campaign, and plans to discuss this in her upcoming book.
Karine Jean-Pierre, former White House press secretary, has left the Democratic Party to become an independent, citing a need to 'free ourselves of boxes' and reflecting on her experiences in a new book set to be released in October 2025.
Karine Jean-Pierre has left the Democratic Party to become an independent, citing a need to 'free ourselves of boxes' and reflecting on her experiences in the Biden administration and her new book, which offers an inside look at the White House and the Democratic Party's recent challenges.
Karine Jean-Pierre, former White House press secretary and prominent Democrat, announced she is leaving the Democratic Party to register as an independent, citing a desire to move beyond party lines, as detailed in her upcoming book 'Independent.' Her decision comes amid Democratic struggles in recent elections and internal party criticisms.
Karine Jean-Pierre, former White House press secretary, has left the Democratic Party to become an independent, citing frustrations with party support and transparency, and plans to publish a book criticizing party politics and advocating for independence in American politics.
Karine Jean-Pierre, former White House press secretary, has left the Democratic Party to become an independent, citing a 'betrayal by the Democratic Party' in her upcoming book, which also advocates for embracing independent political identities amidst a fractured electorate.