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Colin Kaepernick Accuses NFL Owners of Collusion Against Macklemore

Colin Kaepernick has accused NFL owners, including Robert Kraft, of colluding to remove rapper Macklemore from Ed Sheeran's U.S. tour due to Macklemore's pro-Palestinian comments. Kaepernick drew parallels between this incident and his own allegations of collusion by NFL owners that kept him out of the league after his protests against police brutality.

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Mike Huckabee Criticizes Macklemore for Antisemitism Comments

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee criticized Macklemore for his comments perceived as antisemitic and expressed support for canceling his performances. Huckabee also addressed rising antisemitism in Canada and discussed Israel's potential involvement in the conflict with Iran.

Fox News — Politics

Mike Huckabee Criticizes Macklemore for Antisemitism Remarks

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee criticized Macklemore for alleged antisemitism during an interview with Fox News Digital, supporting NFL owners who wish to cancel his performances. Huckabee also addressed rising antisemitism in Canada and discussed Israel's potential involvement in the conflict with Iran.

The Hill

Cook Political Report Changes Alaska Governor's Race to Toss-Up

The Cook Political Report has classified the Alaska gubernatorial race as a toss-up, moving away from its previous Republican lean. Polling data from AARP shows Democratic candidate Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins with 40 percent support among voters.

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Nebraska Senate candidate Dan Osborn appears to confirm audio regarding Trump supporters

Dan Osborn, an independent candidate for the Nebraska U.S. Senate, appeared to confirm leaked audio in which he criticized Trump supporters, suggesting their lives are unsatisfactory. In a subsequent interview, Osborn stated that the audio did not reflect his true views and emphasized his focus on disenfranchised voters. His opponent, incumbent Sen. Pete Ricketts, criticized Osborn's remarks as disrespectful to hardworking Nebraskans.

Los Angeles Times

FCC Approves Foreign Ownership in Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger

The FCC has approved a request from Paramount Skydance to allow foreign ownership by Middle Eastern royal families in the merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. The sovereign wealth funds of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi are set to indirectly own nearly 50% of the merged entity, raising concerns about foreign influence over U.S. media. The decision has faced criticism from some FCC commissioners and state attorneys general amid ongoing antitrust challenges.

PBS NewsHour

Man Sentenced to 14 Months for Spraying Rep. Ilhan Omar with Vinegar

Anthony Kazmierczak was sentenced to 14 months in prison for spraying vinegar at U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar during a town hall in Minneapolis on January 27, 2026. The incident occurred amid heightened tensions related to immigration issues. Kazmierczak expressed remorse during sentencing and will also serve three years of supervised release with no contact with Omar.

Washington Examiner

Federal Audit Finds UnitedHealthcare Overbilled Medicaid by $47 Million

A federal audit has determined that UnitedHealthcare overbilled Medicaid by approximately $47 million from 2020 to 2021 due to inflated Medicare billing claims. The audit, conducted by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, found that many medical records did not support the diagnostic codes submitted by the company. UnitedHealthcare has disputed the findings, claiming the audit methodology is flawed.

Washington Examiner

Man Sentenced to 14 Months for Assaulting Rep. Ilhan Omar

Anthony Kazmierczak was sentenced to 14 months in prison for spraying apple cider vinegar at Rep. Ilhan Omar during a town hall meeting in January. He pleaded guilty to the charges, which included assaulting a U.S. officer, and was also sentenced to three years of supervised release with no contact with Omar.

PBS NewsHour

Study Finds T. rex Had Body Temperature Similar to Modern Animals

A recent study has revealed that the body temperature of Tyrannosaurus rex was approximately 97 degrees Fahrenheit (36 degrees Celsius), similar to that of modern elephants and close to human body temperature. This finding, derived from analyzing fossilized teeth, suggests that T. rex was warm-blooded and could adapt to various climates in prehistoric North America. The study highlights the potential for further research on the thermal regulation of other dinosaur species.

Guardian — US

Man Sentenced to 14 Months for Spraying Ilhan Omar with Vinegar

Anthony Kazmierczak has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for spraying vinegar at Ilhan Omar during a town hall meeting in Minneapolis. The incident took place on January 27, 2026, during a period of heightened tensions related to immigration enforcement in the city.

PBS NewsHour

Federal Judge Orders Kennedy Center to Notify Before Making Changes; Other News Highlights

A federal judge has mandated that Kennedy Center officials must provide a 30-day notice before making significant changes to the building. In other news, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney supports a proposal for Canada to join the European Union as an associate member, while President Trump criticized the idea. Additionally, NASA discovered a large new crater on the Moon, and former Senator Jon Kyl and artist Peter Max have both passed away.

Washington Examiner

Israeli UN Ambassador Calls for Arrest of NYC Mayor Ahead of Netanyahu's Visit

Israel’s ambassador to the U.N., Danny Danon, called for the arrest of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s upcoming visit. This statement was made in response to Mamdani's previous comments about wanting to arrest Netanyahu during his time in New York City for the U.N. General Assembly.

PBS NewsHour

Congress Passes Bill for New Sanctions on Russia and Countries Using Russian Energy

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill imposing new sanctions on Russia and countries using Russian energy, which will soon be sent to President Trump for approval. The legislation includes sanctions on President Putin and tariffs on nations purchasing Russian oil. Congress also addressed college sports regulations and voted to end U.S. involvement in the Iran war, while articles of impeachment against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth were filed.

cnn.com

Kamala Harris Delays Decision on 2028 Presidential Run

Kamala Harris has not yet decided whether to run for president in 2028, keeping potential candidates in suspense. While she is focusing on the midterm elections and engaging with supporters, she has not made any major policy announcements or public appearances since August. Other Democratic figures are expressing their own ambitions without waiting for her decision.

dailymail.com

South Carolina Becomes Leading State for Foreclosure Filings in August

In August 2026, South Carolina recorded the highest rate of foreclosure filings in the U.S., surpassing Florida. The state had one foreclosure for every 1,547 housing units, with Columbia having the highest rate among large metropolitan areas. Nationwide, foreclosure activity increased, with 40,277 properties facing filings in August, up 1 percent from July and 13 percent from the previous year.