Larry E. Swedroe's Blog, page 99

Trump orders Bondi to release Jeffrey Epstein-related grand jury testimony

President Trump late Thursday ordered the release of grand jury testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein.

7/17: The Takeout with Major Garrett

President Trump diagnosed with vein condition; Former VP Pence says he’s “disappointed” by Trump’s “retribution” for January 6 riot prosecutions

7/17: CBS Mornings Plus

President Trump calls Jeffrey Epstein controversy a "hoax"; Open Championship underway in Northern Ireland.

7/17: CBS Evening News

Medical expert on Trump's chronic venous insufficiency diagnosis; Women in Congress set aside partisanship, come together for annual softball game

Wall Street Journal reports Trump sent "bawdy" birthday letter to Epstein, Trump threatens to sue

The Wall Street Journal is reporting that President Trump sent Jeffrey Epstein a "bawdy" letter for the sex offender's 50th birthday. Mr. Trump is adamantly denying that reporting, calling the alleged letter fake, and threatening to sue the news organization. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.

"The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" to end in May 2026

CBS will end "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and retire "The Late Show" franchise in May 2026, the company announced Thursday.

Senate approves $9 billion in cuts to foreign aid, public media funding

The Senate passed President Trump's request to rescind $9 billion in foreign aid and public broadcasting funding early Thursday and sent it back to the House ahead of a Friday deadline.

7/16: CBS Evening News Plus

At least 19 Palestinians killed in stampede at Gaza food distribution site; Reporter's Notebook: A special day in history for America's scientific power

Body found in Turks and Caicos identified as missing American Brian Tarrence

body found early this month in Turks and Caicos has been identified as missing American tourist Brian Tarrence, authorities say.

Senate weighs amendments to foreign aid, public media funding cuts

Congress needs to approve the rescissions request before it expires at the end of the week, or the funds will have to be spent as lawmakers previously intended.