Analysis of Israel's increased presence in Gaza and criticism from the Biden administration. Concerns about empowering Hamas and bipartisan reactions to paused weapons shipments. Also, discussing Cohen's secret recordings of Trump, UNC's shifts in funding, and the GameStop stock surge driven by Roaring Kitty.
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Biden administration criticizes Israel's intensified actions in northern Gaza against Hamas group, warning against full-scale ground operations.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill opts to dismantle diversity programs, reallocating funds to public safety.
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Israel's Conflict with Hamas and Involvement of the US
Israel has intensified its actions in northern Gaza against a regrouped Hamas, despite criticism from the Biden administration for renewed combat in previously cleared areas. Plans to invade the Rafa stronghold in southern Gaza have drawn international concern, with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken cautioning against full-scale ground operations. The US's pause in weapon shipments to Israel has sparked bipartisan criticism, with Republican Senator Lindsey Graham advocating stronger support for Israel in their conflict with Hamas.
Controversy at Duke University Graduation and Michael Cohen's Testimony
Anti-Israel protests during comedian Jerry Seinfeld's speech at Duke University's graduation highlighted tensions, with students displaying Palestinian flags and walking out. Meanwhile, Michael Cohen's testimony in Donald Trump's Hush Money trial revealed recordings discussing payments to prevent allegations before the 2016 election. Actor Steve Buscemi confronted a random assault, while the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill decided to dismantle its diversity programs, allocating funds to public safety instead. GameStop shares surged following Roaring Kitty's presence, recreating the 2021 short squeeze frenzy.
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Intensified Israel Presence in Gaza and Biden's Criticism