Politics

ORLANDO — Barron Trump, the youngest son of former President Donald Trump, has been selected to serve as a delegate representing the Republican Party at this year's MegaCon Florida convention.

The 18-year-old will be one of several hundred GOP delegates in attendance at the massive pop culture event, which annually draws tens of thousands of fans of comic books, science fiction, gaming, and other genres. His participation marks the first time a member of the former First Family has taken such an official role at a major fan convention.

Boston — Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the prominent anti-vaccine activist and nephew of former president John F. Kennedy, took to social media yesterday to share his "favorite recipe" for pork carpaccio - a raw pork dish that health officials warn can pose serious food safety risks.

Kennedy, who has no formal training as a chef, posted a detailed set of instructions for preparing the thinly sliced raw pork delicacy along with photos of the bright red, uncooked meat plated with arugula, parmesan shavings and a drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice.

Tallahassee — In a controversial move, the state of Florida has banned the sale and production of lab-grown or "cultured" meat within its borders. The decision comes amid concerns that the lab-grown meat product could be seen as violating the state's fetal personhood laws.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Former President Donald Trump celebrated the Mexican holiday Cinco de Mayo on Saturday by visiting a Taco Bell restaurant in Virginia.

Trump arrived around noon at the fast food chain's location in Sterling, Virginia, about 30 miles outside Washington D.C. He was met by a crowd of supporters as well as protesters.

The former president spent approximately 45 minutes inside the restaurant. Video footage showed him ordering from the counter and posing for photos with employees and diners.

New York — Hope Hicks, the former White House Communications Director, has released a diss track titled “6:16 in New York,” which appears to be a direct mockery of Donald Trump.

The track, which was released on major music streaming platforms, has already garnered significant attention due to its controversial lyrics and the high-profile personalities involved. The title “6:16 in New York” is believed to be a reference to a specific event or incident, although Hicks has yet to clarify its meaning.

Washington, DC - The White House announced today that comedian Colin Jost will travel to Saudi Arabia next week in an effort to revive stalled peace negotiations between Israel and Palestinian authorities over the Gaza Strip.

Jost, best known for his tenure as a writer and Weekend Update co-anchor on Saturday Night Live, has no formal diplomatic experience. However, a senior administration official said President Biden personally recruited Jost due to his "unique brand of irreverent humor and disarming wit.

New York - In a surprising move days before his criminal trial, former President Donald Trump has fired his legal team and hired Arthur Aidala, the lawyer who recently secured a major appellate victory for Harvey Weinstein.

WASHINGTON D.C. - President Joe Biden has signed a bill authorizing a significant aid package to Taiwan. The Taiwanese government has announced that it plans to use a portion of these funds to acquire the popular social media platform, TikTok.

The aid package, which amounts to $95 billion, is intended to provide assistance to several countries, including Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan1. The bill was passed with bipartisan support in both the House and Senate.

Los Angeles — A Minnesota state senator was arrested on suspicion of burglary after allegedly breaking into the official residence of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass on Sunday night.

Democratic Senator Nicole Mitchell, 49, of Woodbury was found inside the Getty House in Los Angeles and taken into custody by police. She is currently being held in the Becker County Jail nearly 300 miles away in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota on suspicion of first-degree burglary, though formal charges have not yet been filed. 

WASHINGTON, D.C. (AP) - In a show of strong bipartisan support, the House of Representatives voted 332-91 today to approve a $47 billion aid package aimed at providing humanitarian assistance and military aid to the embattled people of Ukraine, Gaza, and Columbia University.