Look, I get it….our National Anthem is a hard song to sing. I also fully admit I can’t sing a note! But that also means I don’t volunteer to sing the National Anthem in front of a full stadium. And perhaps these ladies shouldn’t either because the “Worst Renditions of the National Anthem” club just got three new members. Of course it was delivered at the first “Women’s Professional Baseball” game, which I realize sounds absolutely terrible, so I guess they found some music to fit. With apologies to ears everywhere, watch here: Nothing will prepare you for the national anthem at the first women’s professional baseball game. And I mean nothing. pic.twitter.com/68tCZXvB4Q — Not the Bee (@Not_the_Bee) August 2, 2026 Backup here if you need it: !function(r,u,m,b,l,e){r._Rumble=b,r[b]||(r[b]=function(){(r[b]._=r[b]._||[]).push(arguments);if(r[b]._.length==1){l=u.createElement(m),e=u.getElementsByTagName(m)[0],l.async=1,l.src=”https://rumble.com/embedJS/u2oodx”+(arguments[1].video?’.’+arguments[1].video:”)+”/?url=”+encodeURIComponent(location.href)+”&args=”+encodeURIComponent(JSON.stringify([].slice.apply(arguments))),e.parentNode.insertBefore(l,e)}})}(window, document, “script”, “Rumble”); Rumble(“play”, {“video”:”v7bfvvg”,”div”:”rumble_v7bfvvg”}); I suppose we shouldn’t be too hard on her, because she after-all 85 years old. But Martha, why in the world would you put yourself in this situation if you knew you could no longer sing a note? Martha Reeves (the Motown legend from Martha and the Vandellas) and two unidentified accompanying/backup singers. Martha Reeves (age 85) is the only one named in coverage, on-screen graphics from the broadcast, and viral clips of the performance at the Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL) inaugural game on August 1, 2026, at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield, Illinois (LA Queens vs. New York Heights). She is the central figure in the widely shared video. The other two women appear alongside her in the video (one in a white cowboy hat and patriotic/American-flag-themed fringed dress; the other in a white fringe jacket). Reports and commentary consistently describe them only as “backup singers,” “two other singers,” or “accompanying” performers who were similarly off-key and out of sync. No public sources (news articles, social media discussions, Reddit threads, or official league references) identify them by name; they do not appear to be well-known figures. The performance itself went viral for being unrehearsed-sounding and poorly synchronized, with the group often in different keys. And for those of you curious about the new women’s baseball league, here are those details: This is a brand-new professional women’s baseball league: the Women’s Pro Baseball League (WPBL). It is the first sustained U.S. professional league for women playing hardball baseball (not softball) since the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL, famous from A League of Their Own) ended in 1954—roughly 70+ years later. The league was co-founded in 2024 by Justine Siegal (a baseball pioneer who became the first woman to coach in an MLB organization with the Oakland A’s in 2015, founded Baseball for All to expand opportunities for girls, and now serves as WPBL commissioner) and Keith Stein (a businessman and sports team owner). It aims to create a professional pathway for elite women baseball players, as opportunities have historically been limited—most girls play softball, and college/high school hardball programs for women remain rare. Key details of the inaugural 2026 season Start date and format Opened August 1, 2026. It features a short regular season of about 30 games (roughly 6–8 weeks, with teams typically playing 2–3 games per week, mostly midweek to weekends), followed by playoffs. Games are seven innings. Players may use wood, composite, or aluminum bats. Rosters are relatively small (around 15–25 players). Teams (all women vs. women) Four inaugural franchises representing major markets, with names inspired by pioneering women: Boston Hunters (inspired by physician Harriot Hunt) Los Angeles Queens (inspired by Lizzie Murphy, the “Queen of the Diamond”) New York Heights (inspired by civil rights and women’s rights leader Dorothy Height) San Francisco Firebells (inspired by Lillie “Firebelle Lil” Hitchcock Coit) Venue All games in the first season are at a single neutral site—Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield, Illinois (capacity around 5,200)—to control costs and logistics. Expansion beyond four teams is planned later. Players and talent Drawn from tryouts (hundreds of registrants from multiple countries, with top players advancing to a draft). Includes U.S., Canadian, Japanese, Korean, and other international talent. Notable names include Mo’ne Davis (on the LA Queens; known from Little League World Series fame), Kelsie Whitmore (No. 1 overall pick by San Francisco; former Team USA and Savannah Bananas player), Japanese star Ayami Sato, and others with national team experience. Broadcasting and operations All games stream on ESPN Select; select games also on Scripps Sports Network, with international YouTube access. Players receive salaries (comparable to some minor-league levels, with draft order influencing pay), housing, meals on game days, and potential revenue shares from sponsorships. The league has no formal affiliation with MLB. Historical and cultural context The WPBL explicitly positions itself as a revival and modern evolution of women’s professional baseball. It has strong ties to AAGPBL history: Maybelle Blair (a 99-year-old former AAGPBL pitcher) serves as honorary chair of the advisory board, has been involved in tryouts and tributes, and symbolizes continuity. The league emphasizes providing visibility and professional opportunities amid growing interest in women’s sports (drawing parallels to the success of the WNBA and NWSL). The specific game tied to the viral national anthem clip was the inaugural contest on August 1, 2026: Los Angeles Queens defeated New York Heights 10–8 in a comeback win at Robin Roberts Stadium. Motown legend Martha Reeves (of Martha and the Vandellas) performed the national anthem (alongside others), and the unconventional style of the performance drew widespread online attention and mixed reactions, which is why the clip circulated widely. In short, this is genuine professional baseball played exclusively by women against other women, in a new independent league designed as a long-term platform rather than a one-off exhibition. The single-site hub model and shortened format for Year 1 reflect a practical startup approach while aiming for broader growth and visibility. I can’t wait to never watch a game! For other members of the National Anthem Club, see below — it’s a very exclusive group! The WORST National Anthem Of All Time? /*! 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And other than alligators, it’s one of my top fascinations around here other than politics. So it’s like Christmas morning when we get a new member admitted into the club. Please welcome Ingrid Andress into the exclusive group of “Worst National Anthems of All Time”. Does she claim the #1 spot? She’s got a real chance, but I’ll leave that up to you. Some Are Calling The HR Derby National Anthem The Worst Of All Time: You Be The Judge https://t.co/EoGpsJkcpW pic.twitter.com/gvFWDernS3 — Barstool Sports (@barstoolsports) July 16, 2024 Let’s play it first and then we’ll discuss. Watch here: The WORST singing of The National Anthem I have ever heard! I don’t know who Ingrid Andress is, but this is HORRIFIC pic.twitter.com/1SqBZz5nOO — Serenity (@polishprincessh) July 16, 2024 Full video player here: NEW: Singer Ingrid Andress checks herself into a rehab facility after her horrendous National Anthem performance at the Home Run Derby. Her announcement was made on X. “I’m not gonna bullsh*t y’all, I was drunk last night. I’m checking myself into a facility today to get the… pic.twitter.com/hxHxiFqrql — Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) July 16, 2024 Now let’s discuss a few things… First of all, until right now I had no idea who Ingrid Andress was, and I was happy about that. But when I first saw this I thought she looks like she was 12 so I had to check to make sure we weren’t making fun of a child. Nope, all clear.  She’s 32 years old. Also, she has now came out and blamed the performance on being “drunk last night” which I wasn’t aware made you unable to hit any note in the entire song, but I guess it does.   Singer Ingrid Andress apologizes after her performance of the US National Anthem at the MLB Home Run Derby, revealing she was drunk and will be going to rehab pic.twitter.com/opknFxLhj4 — Dexerto (@Dexerto) July 16, 2024 Our National Anthem is a beautiful song… But a hard song. With difficult lyrics to memorize and sing, especially with a stadium of thousands watching you. Which is why there are so many horrible, horrible renditions of the Anthem out there. It’s kind of one of my guilty pleasures, to rank these from Worst to Really Worst. This might give you a smile, it always does to me. And to kick off the Worst of the Worst list, we have to go with the King himself… I’m talking about you, Carl Lewis. For my money, nothing will ever beat Carl Lewis’s “UH OH!” or “I’ll make up for it now!” but Fergie gives him a good challenge. Watch for yourself and enjoy a little laugh: You gotta love all the players at the end cracking up when it ended and I think to this day Carl may still be doing that wave sound with his voice… So good. I didn’t realize until rewatching it today it was actually during one of Jordan’s games. Carl, how did you do my boy Michael like that? You don’t bring THAT presentation to a 90’s Bulls game! And then we enter the lounge for terrible Anthem #2: It’s a revered song, our National Anthem….not a jazz ditty in a boozy bar Fergie! You’re not Marilyn Monroe singing Happy Birthday to JFK! And ok…here is one more bonus terrible rendition. This honor goes to Cuba Gooding, Sr. and oh my is it terrible… You know when the headline compares you to Carl Lewis you’re in rare company. Bad company. My man sang this like he was late to catch a plane! Enjoy: And since we did the worst, it’s only fair to show you what might be the best next. One of the tops is Meatloaf from 1984. A general rule in life is that whoever they mock the most is usually the most talented and one of the best human beings.  Such seems to be the case with Meatloaf.  The man was awesome! And so was this: If anyone needs a timeline cleanse after Ingrid Andress' horrible national anthem, here's the greatest national anthem in the history of the MLB All-Star Game, courtesy of Meat Loaf in 1994 This is how it's done pic.twitter.com/xSUx6Kp1yj — JaguarGator9 (@JaguarGator9NFL) July 16, 2024 Of course the best of the best is widely considered to be Whitney Houston. Take a moment to enjoy this masterpiece: She made it look absolutely effortless. That’s what the best of the best always do. Absolutely stunning! Man, I miss the 1990s…. We had Whitney. We had Michael. It was just a better time. Ok, and while this isn’t the Star Spangled Banner, I have to add it into the list: It was just a better time back then. Let’s do a few more back to the Anthem…. Here is Ginger Gaetz and, yes, she’s related to Matt…they are married! Now prepare to be blown away… Watch here: Happy New Year! pic.twitter.com/ypiDQVszPE — Ginger Gaetz (@GingerLGaetz) January 1, 2023 And a backup saved to Rumble in case that gets taken down: I’ve watched several times. Incredible job Ginger! Beautiful! Last, to wrap it up we’ve done Worst, Best and now let’s do Serious. Serious and sentimental. Because this truly is great. Watch this flashback from last year as Brianna Fernandez from the NYPD starts the Anthem and then tosses it to the crowd to sing in unison. CHILLS. Absolutely wonderful, except for a few of the players who either don’t know the words or think they’re above singing. But for everyone else this may be the most heartwarming thing you’ll see in quite a while. I’ve already watched many times. Oh, and Memo to the NFL: you finally got one right. THIS is what fans want. Stop the Woke BS and try more of this. You might just find we actually start watching your games again. Please enjoy: Fans take over the National Anthem at the NY Jets v. Ravens game on 9/11. Americans would much rather see this than see the NFL go Woke. CHILLS pic.twitter.com/JJB5zBOHbc — Benny Johnson (@bennyjohnson) September 11, 2022 Backups: The National Anthem at MetLife Stadium on the 21st anniversary of September 11th. (via @NFL)pic.twitter.com/YNnn1nGDhH — ESPN (@espn) September 11, 2022 The crowd sang the national anthem at MetLife (via @nyjets) pic.twitter.com/XRf5qiYB7c — SNY Jets (@snyjets) September 11, 2022 NEW YORK: Packed stadium proudly sings the National Anthem at the @nyjets game on the 21st Anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. The is the America we love! pic.twitter.com/LhRFb472zG — Katie Daviscourt (@KatieDaviscourt) September 11, 2022 Wow! This is a Guest Post from our friends over at WLTReport. View the original article here. What are your thoughts? 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Social media has been flooded with accounts of the 16-year-old lifeguard seen bravely rescuing a younger child from rough waters off the coast of California late last month. Even President Donald Trump took note, praising the teen’s actions and extending a White House invitation. As the New York Post reported:  The family of 16-year-old Ryder Williams has been contacted by President Donald Trump’s staff after the commander-in-chief vowed to honor the rookie rescuer who saved a drowning 10-year-old boy from pounding surf. “The White House has contacted us but there’s been no official date or time,” Ryder’s father, retired firefighter Shane Williams, 54, told The California Post on Saturday. Trump announced the invitation after video of Ryder’s dramatic rescue at Seabright Beach went viral, saying he plans to welcome the teen and his family to Washington, DC, and personally present him with a high civilian honor for his heroism. Meet the hero! 16-year-old lifeguard Ryder (reportedly Ryder Williams) This high school student and seasonal Santa Cruz State Parks lifeguard pulled off one of the most incredible rescues of the summer at Seabright Beach on July 25. A 10-year-old boy was being hammered by… pic.twitter.com/aptY6u0nSb — Sarah Fields (@SarahisCensored) July 28, 2026   Here’s some of the response from social media: Awesome honor for Ryder who is a true hero! Congrats to him and his family on this celebration of his incredible effort!https://t.co/IlUlnQ8kjW — The Outer Watch (@theouterwatch) August 2, 2026 Him like @POTUS didn’t back down and didn’t give up. A young hero ! ✨✨God bless ✨✨ — Glo (@Glo_riela) August 2, 2026 Fox News previously reported: “We’re going to bring this heroic young man, and his family, into the White House with, perhaps, the boy he saved, to give him a High Civilian Honor. Very brave, he deserves it!” Trump said in a post on X.  The California State Parks told Fox News Digital that Williams was on a “safety contact at Seabright State Beach when they observed a child lose his balance and get knocked down by a wave” at 3:32 p.m. on Saturday. “The child was swept into the ocean approximately 15 yards offshore and a State Parks lifeguard made contact with the victim until another lifeguard entered the water to assist. “ The juvenile was successfully pulled from the ocean with no serious injuries and was released to his parents, the agency said. The Santa Cruz State Lifeguard Association (SCSLA) also told Fox News Digital that its lifeguard did an “excellent job” during the rescue, praising him for saving a life.   And here’s a clip of remarks from the rescued 10-year-old boy’s father: "There’s no way I could ever repay him." The father of the 10-year-old boy rescued from pounding California surf is breaking his silence after the dramatic beach rescue that stunned millions. 16-year-old rookie lifeguard Ryder Williams battled towering waves to pull the… pic.twitter.com/c4Nr5z5fVE — Fox News (@FoxNews) August 1, 2026 What are your thoughts? TAP HERE TO ADD YOUR VOTE This is a Guest Post from our friends over at WLTReport. View the original article here. The post President Trump Invites Heroic Teen Lifeguard For White House Visit And ‘High Civilian Honor’ appeared first on 100PercentFedUp.com.

A familiar face just returned to the Fox & Friends curvy couch. Steve Doocy was back inside Studio M this week, temporarily rejoining Ainsley Earhardt and Brian Kilmeade while Lawrence Jones took time away from the show. For longtime viewers, it was a welcome reunion. Doocy spent nearly three decades helping build the morning show before moving into a new coast-to-coast role last year. On July 28, during that short studio return, Doocy put a blunt hindsight question to President Trump about Dr. Anthony Fauci. Steve Doocy: “If you would have known then what you know now would you have fired [Dr. Anthony Fauci].” President Trump: “I would have FIRE him… I didn't listen to him, when he was with Biden he was like a God…” pic.twitter.com/F2xehWIm6D — Thomas Sowell Quotes (@ThomasSowell) July 28, 2026 President Trump answered without hesitation, saying he would have fired Fauci with the benefit of what is known now. Trending Politics News reports that Doocy told his Facebook followers he was filling in for Jones for only a couple of days. He said the brief return gave him a chance to catch up with Earhardt, Kilmeade and the Studio M crew. His update included a photo with the two hosts and a joke about catching up over an “insanely expensive” cup of coffee. The reunion put the familiar three-host lineup back together inside Fox’s New York headquarters. Doocy also made clear that the appearance was not a reversal of his current arrangement. He planned to resume his coast-to-coast assignments the following week, working away from the network’s Manhattan studio. The short homecoming was his first extended run on the famous couch in more than a year, and it placed him back in the interviewer’s chair for President Trump’s comments about Fauci. Fox News Media announced Doocy’s changed role in May 2025. Instead of reporting to the New York studio full-time, the founding co-host began appearing from cities and towns across the country while remaining part of Fox & Friends. The move allowed Doocy to base himself in Florida and report throughout the Southeast, Midwest and beyond. Fox noted at the time that he had joined the network at its 1996 launch and became a Fox & Friends co-host when the program debuted in 1998. That history is why seeing him back beside Earhardt and Kilmeade felt like more than an ordinary guest-host substitution. Doocy may now spend much of his time taking the show to the rest of America, but for a couple of mornings, one of the most recognizable faces in cable news was right back where viewers remembered him. This is a Guest Post from our friends over at WLTReport. View the original article here. The post Veteran ‘Fox & Friends’ Host Rejoins The Curvy Couch For A Limited Run appeared first on 100PercentFedUp.com.

A medical examiner has now made the ruling that turns the death of 18-year-old Yoseliani Ann Marte Ocasio into a murder investigation. Her death was a homicide. Marte was found with a gunshot wound inside a Mattapan rental property owned by Conan Harris, the husband of far-left “Squad” Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-MA). Nearly two weeks after the grim discovery, the case has moved from a death investigation to a confirmed homicide with no arrest publicly announced. The Boston Globe reported that the Massachusetts Office of the Chief Medical Examiner formally ruled Marte’s death a homicide on Thursday, July 30. The 18-year-old died from a single gunshot wound to the head. Boston Police homicide detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances of her killing. No suspect has been publicly identified, and authorities have announced no charges. The ruling came 12 days after Marte was found on July 18; an autopsy performed the following day established the gunshot wound as the cause of death, while the manner remained pending until the additional forensic work was completed. The homicide finding confirms that her death resulted from another person’s action rather than an accident or self-inflicted injury. The local report also made clear that investigators have not tied Pressley, Harris, or the property’s ownership to the shooting. The political connection is part of the address’s public record, not an allegation that the owners took part in the crime. 18-year-old victim inside Rep. Pressley's husband's home was shot dead, medical examiner confirmshttps://t.co/lkprZbv0y9 — Mass Daily News (@MassDailyNews) July 30, 2026 The police response began shortly before 2 p.m. on July 18, after someone walked into Boston Police District E-18 and reported that a person had been shot at 25 Malta Street. CBS News Boston reported that officers entered the property, conducted a protective sweep, and found Marte in a rear bedroom of the building’s second apartment. She was pronounced dead at the scene. An autopsy the following day established the gunshot wound as the cause of death, but additional forensic testing was required before the manner of death was finalized. That final determination has now come back: homicide. The incident report placed the body near a rear bedroom in the second-floor apartment; the walk-in report specifically concerned a person who had been shot, prompting officers to enter the building and sweep the residence before locating Marte. The report did not identify the person who alerted police. City property records reviewed by the station list Harris as the owner. The house is a two-story, seven-bedroom rental assessed at roughly $919,000 and had been offered for sale for $1.15 million. Marte’s family had been demanding answers before the medical examiner’s ruling became public. Boston 25 News identified the victim through her mother, Elenie Ocasio, who described her daughter as deeply loved, kind, intelligent, and full of promise. Ocasio said she believed her daughter’s death involved domestic violence and that she wanted justice. Police have not publicly confirmed that allegation or identified a suspect. The grieving mother said she believed she knew who might be responsible, but authorities have not endorsed that claim. Her public appeal centered on finding accountability for her daughter, not on the property’s famous political connection. Friends remembered Marte as intelligent and full of life, with plans for college and a future that was only beginning. A memorial outside the Malta Street property included candles, balloons, teddy bears, and a smiling photograph of the teenager. Las autoridades de Boston, Massachusetts, declararon como homicidio la muerte de Yoseliani Ann Marte Ocasio, una joven dominicana de 18 años, cuyo cuerpo fue hallado el pasado 18 de julio con una herida de bala en una vivienda ubicada en el sector de Mattapan.#elavance pic.twitter.com/OiTZhekMOK — El Avance Media (@elavancemedia) August 2, 2026 Property records identify Harris as the owner of the two-story, seven-bedroom house. Pressley and Harris do not live at the Malta Street address; it is a rental property that had been listed for sale. Police have said there is no indication that the property’s owners are connected to Marte’s death. Pressley’s office offered condolences to the young woman’s family after the body was discovered and said neither the congresswoman nor her family was involved in the incident. The Massachusetts Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is responsible for determining the cause and manner of deaths involving violent, suspicious, or unexplained circumstances. Its ruling removes any remaining uncertainty about how Marte died. The unanswered question now belongs to Boston Police: who killed her? Anyone with information can contact the Boston Police Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470. Anonymous tips can be submitted through CrimeStoppers at 1-800-494-TIPS or by texting “TIP” to CRIME. This is a Guest Post from our friends over at WLTReport. View the original article here. The post Medical Examiner Makes Major Ruling in Teen’s Death at Home Owned by ‘Squad’ Democrat’s Husband appeared first on 100PercentFedUp.com.

RFK Jr. walked onto CNN Sunday morning as the interview subject. Then he turned the cameras around on CNN. Health and Human Services Secretary Kennedy was being pressed by Dana Bash about how America should prepare for another pandemic. Kennedy’s answer began with doctors, constitutional rights and the danger of silencing people who challenge official policy. When Bash tried to move the conversation along, Kennedy refused to let the subject disappear. He accused CNN of “press malpractice” and said a journalist’s job demands fierce skepticism toward authority—the very skepticism he believes vanished when COVID dissenters were marginalized. One of the sharpest moments came when Bash described COVID as a frightening period and Kennedy challenged the network’s role in creating that fear: Dana Bash: “Covid was a scary time.” RFK JR: “You were scaring people.” Bash: "Why are you saying that?" RFK JR: “Because that was the job of CNN. To put the chyrons up on how many people are dying to get people to believe a lie.” pic.twitter.com/JlYDlC3iWL — Patriots For Trump (@PatriotsFob900) August 2, 2026 There is one important correction to the caption circulating with that clip. The official CNN State of the Union transcript records Kennedy saying the network displayed death-count chyrons to get people to comply. The verified transcript does not say “believe a lie.” The interview aired shortly after 9 a.m. Eastern on August 2. Bash opened by asking whether President Trump shared responsibility for the pandemic response because Fauci served during Trump’s first administration. Kennedy answered that President Trump had pushed to reopen the country and blamed the lockdowns for long-term damage to businesses, churches and schools. Bash countered that governors imposed lockdowns while responding to overwhelmed hospitals. The transcript shows that Kennedy tied pandemic readiness to preserving constitutional rights and listening to doctors on the ground. Bash pushed back that she was asking about preventing a future health crisis, not relitigating the past. Kennedy’s response was that suppressing dissent was itself one of the failures that must not be repeated. He said doctors who challenged official policy had been marginalized and vilified. Bash rejected his accusation and said she would not let claims she considered inaccurate go unanswered. The interview then moved through vaccine effectiveness, measles and autism research. Bash cited public-health studies and repeatedly challenged Kennedy’s assertions, while Kennedy demanded that she identify the evidence behind the claims she was repeating. That sequence is essential context. CNN did not give Kennedy an uncontested platform, and Kennedy did not limit his criticism to one chyron or one disputed medical claim. That exchange is what made the interview bigger than another argument over Anthony Fauci or vaccines. Kennedy was questioning who held power accountable when the country was afraid—and what happens when the press begins defending authority instead. This was a long-overdue moment on CNN. RFK Jr. called out the network on air for helping to silence dissent during COVID. Dana Bash was getting visibly irritated, after she repeatedly tried to move the conversation away from censorship. Then he aimed his fire at Dana Bash… pic.twitter.com/yHmIxjgz25 — Overton (@overton_news) August 2, 2026 The documentary record makes that question impossible to dismiss as mere hindsight. In Murthy v. Missouri, the Supreme Court described extensive communications between federal officials and social-media companies during the pandemic. Platforms were removing, demoting and fact-checking posts that contained claims they considered false or misleading. The record covered contacts involving the White House, the Surgeon General’s office and the CDC. Lower courts concluded that some of those communications crossed the line into coercion and entered an injunction restricting future contacts with the platforms. The Supreme Court reversed that result because the plaintiffs lacked standing to obtain the forward-looking injunction they requested. The majority found that the plaintiffs had not sufficiently tied likely future moderation decisions to the named government defendants. That was a ruling about standing. The justices did not issue a merits holding that federal officials violated the First Amendment, and the decision did not erase the documented communications that drove the case. That distinction matters. The constitutional lawsuit ended without the sweeping judgment either side wanted, while the political and journalistic accountability questions remained. The Republican-led House Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government later concluded that federal pressure and Big Tech moderation had suppressed Americans’ speech. Its final report highlighted Mark Zuckerberg’s acknowledgment that the Biden White House pressured Facebook over COVID content, including humor and satire. The committee also said its investigation exposed a larger network of government agencies, technology platforms and outside organizations involved in policing contested speech. The committee released its findings in December 2024 after hearings, subpoenas and interviews conducted across the previous Congress. Its four-part staff report ran thousands of pages and covered disputes involving social-media moderation, federal law enforcement, intelligence officials and advertiser pressure. Among the outcomes it claimed were changes to platform policies and the dissolution of the Global Alliance for Responsible Media. The committee presented those developments as evidence that congressional scrutiny had forced institutions to retreat from systems that punished lawful political speech. Those are the receipts sitting behind Kennedy’s challenge to CNN: Americans were not imagining that powerful institutions coordinated around what the public was allowed to see and say. That does not mean every dissenter was right. Some claims were false, reckless or unsupported. A serious press should challenge those claims aggressively. But it should challenge government officials, health agencies and favored experts just as aggressively. Skepticism cannot become a one-way weapon reserved only for people outside the approved circle. HOLY CRAP! Sec. Bobby Kennedy just OBLITERATED Dana Bash to her face "I'm not debating this with you. Of course you won't. All you know how to do is repeat things that people told you and say, 'Trust the experts!' That's what you did during Covid.” “Now we know that Anthony… — Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) August 2, 2026 Bash never conceded Kennedy’s case. She challenged him repeatedly and defended her role as questioning public officials and consulting experts. That is exactly why the exchange landed. For once, the people who spent the pandemic demanding answers were not outside the studio being labeled and dismissed. The argument was brought directly to one of the country’s biggest news networks, live on its own air. And CNN had to answer. This is a Guest Post from our friends over at WLTReport. View the original article here. What are your thoughts? TAP HERE TO ADD YOUR VOTE The post WATCH: RFK Jr. Turns CNN Interview Into a Reckoning Over What Happened to COVID Dissenters appeared first on 100PercentFedUp.com.