Global Scandals & Controversies

Massachusetts May 28

Harvard revokes professor's tenure in rare move amid data manipulation allegations

Harvard University revokes Francesca Gino's tenure over data fraud allegations. Gino, known for her work on ethics, denies the claims and filed a lawsuit.

France May 26

Emmanuel Macron's wife seen shoving him in the face in viral clip as France's first couple arrives in Vietnam

French President Emmanuel Macron was spotted being shoved in the face by his wife, Brigitte Macron, in a viral clip that he dismissed as playfighting.

Biden Cover-Up May 19

Jake Tapper declares Biden White House lied about 'cheap fakes' after CNN peddled narrative in 2024

Jake Tapper admitted the Biden White House lied about the "cheap fakes" claim nearly a year after CNN pushed the talking point to viewers while the president was seeking re-election.

Media May 14

Jake Tapper admits he didn't cover Biden's cognitive decline enough, claims to 'look back on it with humility'

CNN's Jake Tapper admitted criticism of his past coverage of Joe Biden is "fair" and that he didn't do enough to cover the former president's cognitive decline in office.

Donald Trump May 13

Trump's $400M Qatar jet gift follows long history of unusual presidential presents

From Lincoln's elephants to Trump's luxury jet, US presidents have a long history of receiving foreign gifts. But it is not without legal and ethical controversy.

Donald Trump April 27

Cousin of infamous fraudster 'Crazy Eddie' out to bring down Trump nemesis NY AG Letitia James

N.Y. Attorney General Letitia James faces mortgage fraud allegations as forensic investigator Sammy Antar presents documentation that could lead to serious legal consequences.

Global Economy April 24

World Economic Forum greenlights new investigation into whistleblower claims against founder Klaus Schwab

The World Economic Forum board said it supports an "independent investigation" into former chairman of the globalist body, Klaus Schwab.

South Korea March 24

South Korean PM Han Duck-soo reinstated as acting president after impeachment overturned

South Korea's Constitutional Court overturned acting President Han Duck-soo's impeachment, reinstating the nation's No. 2 official as acting leader on Monday.

FBI February 21

Kash Patel takes reins at scandal-ridden FBI with 'America always' mindset: 'Let good cops be cops'

After being confirmed by the Senate, Trump’s new FBI Director Kash Patel is not wasting any time in taking the reins at the country’s top investigative agency.

Biden Cover-Up December 19

Ex-CNN pundit apologizes for ignoring Biden’s mental decline: 'I should've pushed harder'

CNN's former editor at large Chris Cillizza issued an apology for not pushing hard enough in questioning President Biden's mental decline after recent bombshell reports.

Politics December 11

Former Democratic Rep. Anthony Weiner, convicted of illicit contact with minor, files to run for NYC Council

Disgraced former?Democrat Congressman Anthony Weiner, whose once-promising career was seemingly destroyed by sexting scandals, is eyeing a political comeback.

Scandals December 4

Al Sharpton's interview scandal becomes latest in decades-long history of controversies haunting MSNBC host

MSNBC's Rev. Al Sharpton had a long history of scandals and controversies with the "pay for play" allegations with the Harris campaign being the latest.

First Family December 4

Before Biden pardoned Hunter, the media speculated Trump would pardon his children ahead of leaving office

Four years before President Biden issued a pardon for his son Hunter, the media hyped speculation that then-President Trump would issue premptive pardons for his own children.

Media November 26

Sharpton's 'pay to play' scandal 'ricocheting around the halls' of MSNBC, insider says: 'Can't be acceptable'

The controversy over Rev. Al Sharpton's nonprofit accepting donations from the Harris campaign ahead of a friendly MSNBC interview with the vice president is rocking the network.

United Kingdom November 12

Church of England head resigns after failing to report decades-long sexual abuse by summer camp volunteer

Justin Welby, the head of the Church of England, has resigned after an investigation revealed he failed to report sexual abuse as soon as he became aware of it.

Army November 4, 2024

Head of US Central Command being investigated for getting physical with an airman on plane to Israel

One of the Pentagon’s top generals is under investigation for allegedly getting physical with an airman on a flight in early September.

Media October 24, 2024

CBS hits back at Trump's legal threat citing First Amendment rights: 'We decline' to release full transcript

CBS News fired back at the legal threat made by former President Trump and his demand for the network to release the full transcript of its "60 Minutes" Kamala Harris interview.

Presidential October 21, 2024

Trump sends letter to CBS demanding unedited '60 Minutes' Harris transcript, teases potential lawsuit

In a letter obtained by Fox News Digital, an attorney for former President Trump is demanding CBS News to release the full transcript of its interview of Vice President Kamala Harris.

Media October 21, 2024

Olivia Nuzzi exits NY Magazine following RFK Jr. relationship revelations

New York Magazine announced it is parting ways with star correspondent Olivia Nuzzi following bombshell revelations of an inappropriate relationship she had with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Big Tech Backlash October 19, 2024

CNN pundit downplays Big Tech censorship of Hunter Biden laptop in 2020, calls government collusion 'nonsense'

CNN's Kara Swisher went viral for comments she made downplaying Big Tech's suppression of the Hunter Biden laptop story during the 2020 presidential election.

Politics on Late Night October 17, 2024

Bill Maher questions media avoiding Doug Emhoff controversies: 'Wouldn't that make it look worse?'

HBO's Bill Maher wondered whether the media avoiding the controversies surrounding second gentleman Doug Emhoff will ultimately backfire on the Harris campaign.

Media October 17, 2024

CBS News boss mulling 'editorial review' of its 'fairness in reporting' following Dopoukil-Coates drama

The Wall Street Journal reports that CBS News chief Wendy McMahon is considering an "editorial review" of the network's fairness in its own reporting following newsroom turmoil.

Media October 16, 2024

'60 Minutes,' under fire for Kamala Harris editing decision, has history of liberal controversies

"60 Minutes" has displayed liberal bias long before the Kamala Harris interview snafu, from dismissing the Hunter Biden laptop scandal to calling the COVID lab-leak theory "debunked."

Media October 10, 2024

Former CBS staffers call for 'outside investigation' into '60 Minutes' controversy: 'There's a problem here'

Former staffers are reportedly calling on CBS News to launch an independent probe into the editing of a "60 Minutes" interview with Vice President Kamala Harris.

Donald Trump October 10, 2024

Trump calls for CBS to lose its broadcasting license amid '60 Minutes' controversy: 'UNPRECEDENTED SCANDAL!'

Former President Trump blasted CBS News for what he calls "the single biggest scandal in broadcast history" as "60 Minutes" sparked outrage over its Kamala Harris interview.

Media October 10, 2024

CBS News staff told not to refer to Jerusalem as being in Israel: report

CBS News' standards and practices director reportedly told network employees to not refer to Jerusalem as being in Israel, according to a report from The Free Press.

Media October 10, 2024

CBS latest news outlet to face revolt from far-left staff after meltdown over contentious Israel interview

The drama unfolding at CBS News mirrors controversies at other news organizations including NBC News, CNN and The New York Times, where far-left staff revolt against their bosses.

LIFESTYLE October 10, 2024

On this day in history, October 10, 1845, US Naval Academy founded after planned mutiny shocks nation

The U.S. Naval Academy, known for its first five years as the Naval School, was founded on Oct. 10, 1845 after a planned mutiny aboard U.S. Navy brig Somers. It's the only mutiny in Navy history.

Media October 2, 2024

Politico's Ryan Lizza on leave after ex Olivia Nuzzi accuses him of harassment, blackmail amid RFK Jr. tryst

Politico's Ryan Lizza was placed on leave after ex-fiancée Olivia Nuzzi accused him of harassment and blackmail in a court filing following revelations of her RFK Jr. relationship.

North Carolina September 26, 2024

NC gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson hires Trump-friendly lawyer to investigate porn website allegations

North Carolina Republican Mark Robinson hired attorney Jesse Binnall to lead an expeditious investigation into claims he made comments on a porn site.