All articles tagged with #political attack
Originally Published 10 days ago — by politico.eu
Donald Trump criticized George Clooney for acquiring French citizenship and mocked his political involvement and film career, referencing Clooney's past support for Biden and their known history.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by Los Angeles Times
The article condemns President Trump's harsh and cruel comments about Rob Reiner following Reiner's and his wife's deaths, highlighting Reiner's lifelong efforts to promote kindness, inclusion, and democracy, and criticizing Trump's dehumanizing rhetoric and political attacks. It urges readers to vote in Reiner's memory to oppose such cruelty and defend democratic values.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNN
The BBC faces a political and legal crisis after a misleading edit in a documentary about Trump led to his legal threats demanding $1 billion in damages, amid broader debates over the broadcaster's trustworthiness and future funding.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Politico
The Congressional Black Caucus PAC is using a texting scandal involving Young Republicans to attack Rep. Mike Lawler, linking him to racist messages and past controversial actions, as part of their campaign ahead of the midterms.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Guardian
The Open Society Foundations, funded by George Soros, criticized the Trump administration for allegedly planning politically motivated investigations against them, including potential charges like racketeering and terrorism, amid Trump's efforts to target his political opponents and liberal groups.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Politico
Andrew Cuomo has shifted to a more aggressive, underdog persona in his NYC mayoral campaign, focusing on personal attacks against his main rival Zohran Mamdani, including criticizing his background and policies, in an effort to gain ground after losing the primary and facing a steady lead for Mamdani in polls.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NBC Sports
The NFL Players Association's executive committee issued a strong statement defending Lloyd Howell amid controversy, dismissing reports of internal doubts and emphasizing unity, despite ongoing disputes over Howell's transparency and conflicts of interest.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by CNBC
The Federal Reserve has quietly responded to criticisms from the Trump administration regarding its $2.5 billion renovation project by updating its website with a FAQ that defends the project and clarifies misconceptions, amidst ongoing political tensions and accusations of mismanagement and overspending.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
President Trump falsely accused New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani of being a communist and illegally in the U.S., threatening to arrest him and criticizing his immigration status, amid ongoing political tensions and election campaigns.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Politico
During a Democratic primary debate for NYC mayor, former Mayor Bill de Blasio gleefully criticized ex-Governor Andrew Cuomo, praising some candidates and mocking Cuomo's record and responses, highlighting ongoing political tensions.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Axios
California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized Donald Trump by suggesting he is losing mental acuity due to age, marking a shift from his previous support for Biden's mental fitness. Newsom's comments focus on Trump's physical and cognitive signs of decline, contrasting with Trump's claims of good health and vigor. The exchange highlights ongoing political debates over age and capability of presidential candidates.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Politico
During the first televised Democratic mayoral debate in New York City, frontrunner Andrew Cuomo faced intense attacks from nine opponents, who focused on his past scandals, controversies over his Covid record, and allegations of misconduct, as early voting approaches. The debate highlighted the candidates' strategies to challenge Cuomo's lead amid concerns over issues like affordability, housing, and Trump’s influence in the city.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Politico
The article previews a NYC political debate focusing on attacks against Cuomo, his vulnerabilities, the Israel-Hamas conflict's impact on the race, and the influence of viral moments and undecided voters, highlighting potential shifts in the city's political landscape.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
Leonid Volkov, a long-time ally of late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, was attacked with a hammer and tear gas outside his home near Lithuania’s capital Vilnius. The motive for the assault is unclear, but it comes after Navalny’s unexplained death and ahead of Putin's expected re-election. Volkov, who has been leading anti-Putin activism from Lithuania, sustained injuries and called the attack a "clear political attack." The exiled Russian opposition, led by Navalny's widow, is urging Russians to vote en masse in the upcoming election, while critics question the effectiveness of overseas-based activists in influencing change within Russia.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS Colardo
President Joe Biden criticized Rep. Lauren Boebert during his visit to Colorado, attacking her for voting against the infrastructure law and repealing key parts of it. Biden praised the investments made possible by the law and highlighted the job opportunities it created. Boebert defended her voting record and referred to Biden's sinking poll numbers. The attacks come ahead of the 2024 general election, with Boebert's previous challenger, Adam Frisch, absent from the event. Biden referred to Boebert as a leader of the "extreme MAGA movement" and defended the law's benefits for Colorado's economy. Boebert responded with political jabs on social media, criticizing Biden's stance on fossil fuels and the Green New Deal.