Morning Wire Trump’s VP Audition & Vaccine Injury Acknowledgement | 5.7.24
May 7, 2024
Potential vice presidential candidates for Donald Trump congregate at Mar-a-Lago, sparking intrigue about who'll snag the spot. Meanwhile, college campuses are in turmoil over different responses to pro-Palestinian protests, with institutions walking a tightrope between free speech and safety. In another hot topic, rising recognition of vaccine injuries prompts a look at the challenges individuals face in seeking compensation and the political implications of acknowledging these adverse effects. The landscape of these issues is evolving rapidly.
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VP Auditions and Controversies
- Several potential VP candidates gathered at Mar-a-Lago, including Tim Scott, J.D. Vance, Elise Stefanik, and Doug Burgum.
- Kristi Noem faced criticism for a story in her book about shooting a puppy and falsely claiming to have met Kim Jong-un.
College Responses to Protests
- Colleges are taking different approaches to anti-Israel protests, some with hardline stances and others more conciliatory.
- Schools like Harvard and the University of Florida implemented strict rules, while others like Columbia and UCLA faced cancellations and disruptions.
Vaccine Injury Acknowledgement
- The New York Times and other media outlets are reporting on individuals experiencing adverse effects after receiving COVID-19 vaccines.
- These individuals report varied symptoms and face difficulties getting help from doctors or compensation programs.