Politico and The New York Times have reportedly received millions of dollars from the U.S. government through USAID raising questions about media independence, according to a report by ZeroHedge.

ZeroHedge's investigation, published on February 5, 2025, reveals that Politico, which was sold to German media giant Axel Springer in 2021, received up to $27 million from various U.S. agencies during the Biden administration. In one notable example, approximately $500,000 was allocated for 37 subscriptions to Politico's premium service, Politico Pro.

Questions started to be raised when Politico staff were not paid a day after DOGE shut down USAID.

Politico released a statement saying that it was due to a technical glitch. Zerohedge is quoted as saying “While there's no evidence the two are linked, the suggestion prompted internet sleuths to look into Politico's sources of funding. What they found was absolutely shocking.”

The funding has sparked concerns about potential influence on editorial content. Elon Musk commented on the situation via X, highlighting the unusual expenditure on subscriptions, saying, "This is odd." Similarly, Chris Tomlinson, another X user, questioned the transparency of these subscriptions, suggesting, "Politico should be transparent about how many of these pro subscriptions are government-funded."

The implications of such funding are significant, with critics arguing that this is a compromise journalistic integrity for independent media organizations to be paid by who they are supposed to be covering.

The New York Times, although not detailed in the same depth in the ZeroHedge report, was also implicated in receiving government funds, raising questions not only about the relationship between major news outlets and government financing but also political bias in reporting. Both Politico and the New York Times have been notably hostile towards President Trump during both his election campaigns and terms in office with Zerohedge quoted as saying “According to government spending tracker website USASPENDING.gov, Politico - which laundered the Hunter Biden '51 intel officials' propaganda during the 2020 election - received up to $27 million (and by some counts $32 million) from various US agencies during the Biden years.”

Rogan delivers KNOCKOUT blow to Kamala lies: "Just not true!"

Podcaster Joe Rogan has fiercely rebutted claims from Kamala Harris' campaign, suggesting that the former vice president's team twisted the truth about why she didn't appear on his show.

In a recent episode of his podcast, Rogan addressed allegations from Harris' campaign, as detailed in an upcoming book by NBC reporter Jonathan Allen and The Hill reporter Amie Parnes, "Fight: Inside the Wildest Battle for the White House." The book alleges that Rogan's team told Harris' campaign he couldn't interview her on the same day he interviewed Donald Trump due to a "personal day."

Rogan refuted this claim, stating, "One of the things they said that weren't true was that we lied about the day that Trump was coming on." He further clarified that Trump was "really easy to book," accepting the first date proposed without setting restrictions on topics.

Moreover, Rogan denied the assertion that Harris' campaign sent a team for a studio walkthrough, a preparation step that was actually taken by Trump's team. 

The book also describes how both campaigns attempted to schedule Rogan's interviews, with Harris proposing a Texas rally as a cover for the interview setup. However, Rogan insisted he wanted both interviews released simultaneously, offering to do Harris' late on the same day as Trump's if necessary.

Rogan concluded by saying, "So this whole idea that we f****d her over, and that we f****d her over for Trump — incorrect. Just not true." He emphasized he has "receipts" to back his account of the events.

Riley Gaines pro-women’s sports video is A MUST SEE!

Former NCAA swimmer Riley Gaines has taken center stage in a new commercial by XX-XY Athletics, a brand dedicated to advocating for the protection of women's sports. The advertisement, which has garnered significant attention online, features Gaines alongside her sister, Neely, a Tennessee state gymnastics champion, highlighting the struggles female athletes face when speaking out against transgender athletes competing in women's sports.

The commercial begins with the Gaines sisters listening to radio commentators labeling their advocacy as "bigoted" and "transphobic." It then shifts to showcase the dedication and sacrifices made by female athletes, juxtaposed with the criticism they receive for standing up for fairness in sports. 

Jennifer Sey, the founder of XX-XY Athletics, emphasized the importance of the ad in a statement, saying, "The athletes featured in the film prove that sports serve as a training ground for developing young people into outstanding, courageous individuals." The commercial also includes Nevada volleyball co-captain Sia Liilii and Costa Rican Taekwondo senior Jaycee Bassett, reinforcing the message of resilience and courage.

The ad has sparked a conversation on social media, with posts on X describing it as "pure cinematic glory" and urging for broader support to amplify its message.

Conservative influencer DROPS A BOMBSHELL on New York Magazine over “racist” front cover!

Conservative activist CJ Pearson is preparing to sue New York Magazine, alleging defamation in a recent cover story that he claims falsely portrayed supporters of former President Donald Trump as racists.

Pearson, who has become a prominent voice in conservative circles, particularly among younger audiences, criticized the magazine’s narrative as "despicable" and misguided. "We need to fight back and hold their feet to the fire," Pearson stated, indicating his intent to challenge what he perceives as libelous content.

The contentious article, penned by New York Magazine writer Brock Colyar, was titled "The Cruel Kids' Table" and described a new wave of "casually cruel Trumpers" as storming Washington. Pearson argues the piece unfairly targets and misrepresents the conservative community, especially those who support Trump.

New York Magazine has not yet responded to requests for comment regarding the lawsuit. However, they previously defended their coverage by stating to Fox News Digital that the story aimed to explore the dynamics of the new class of conservatives during the inauguration weekend.

Pearson's lawsuit could set a precedent for how political commentary and journalism navigate the fine line between critique and defamation. The case remains in its early stages, with no court dates set as of this report.