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Monica Lewinsky reveals what fueled her ‘bad decisions’ in DC

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Monica Lewinsky is admitting what led her to make choices that helped ignite one of Washington’s biggest scandals.More than 25 years after her relationship with then-President Bill Clinton detonated into a global firestorm, Lewinsky admitted her desire to feel "special" led her down a path of "bad decisions.""I think in some ways that's part of what got me in a lot of trouble in my early 20s of looking for and wanting to be special and feeling that feeling of specialness, of validation," she said on her podcast, "Reclaiming with Monica Lewinsky." "And when it came, I fell into that, making bad decisions a lot of times, not just in D.C., but a lot of different ways."MONICA LEWINSKY BREAKS DOWN IN EMOTIONAL CONFESSION ABOUT CLINTON SCANDAL On her podcast, Monica Lewinsky revisits her "bad decisions," admitting her need to feel "special" played a role. (Gilbert Flores/Unknown)Fox News Digital has reached out to Lewinsky for comment.MONICA LEWINSKY SAYS BILL CLINTON ‘ESCAPED A LOT MORE THAN I DID’ AFTER WHITE HOUSE SCANDAL A photograph showing former White House intern Monica Lewinsky meeting President Bill Clinton at a White House function was submitted as evidence

Socialist mayor’s blunt 1-word message to fleeing millionaires sparks outrage: ‘We're doomed’

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Katie Wilson, Seattle’s new self-proclaimed socialist mayor, sparked a social media firestorm after she gave her take on reports that millionaires are fleeing Washington state due to taxes and various far-left policies.While speaking at a forum at Seattle University earlier this month, the new Democratic mayor said, "I think the claims that millionaires are going to leave our state are like super overblown.""And the ones that leave, like, bye," she continued, waving her hand and laughing. Though the line drew laughs and applause from those in the auditorium, it did not go over as well online, as conservatives quickly blasted the new Seattle mayor."Seattle's Socialist Mayor responds to exodus of wealth from Washington State by saying "BYE" ... then laughing. We're doomed," wrote Brandi Kruse.MAMDANI'S RACIAL EQUITY PLAN A HIDDEN 'MOVING THE GOALPOSTS' PLOY TO JUSTIFY MASSIVE GOV EXPANSION: EXPERT Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson looks on after the ceremonial first pitch before the game between the Seattle Mariners and the New York Yankees at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, Wash., on March 30, 2026. (Steph Chambers/Getty Images)Kruse's post has been seen over 4 million times on social media as of Friday morning.Popular conservative

Non-woke college newspapers find home in new Drudge Report-style publication

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! EXCLUSIVE — A new website will be serving as a home for non-woke college newspapers across the country in the style of Drudge Report.The Collegiate Network, a program from the Intercollegiate Studies Institute (ISI) that provides grants to student-led publications combating liberal groupthink, has launched an aggregate platform that will highlight stories and reporting on college campuses."More than anything, we want these students to be in pursuit of the truth with no ideological bias," Collegiate Network executive editor Marlo Slayback told Fox News Digital in an interview. "We're trying to train these students to be trustworthy and reliable fixtures in newsrooms that are relied upon by the public to accurately and honestly report on what's happening, not just at their campus, but hopefully one day outside the campus bubble."Founded in 1953, ISI's stated mission is to promote "conservative thought and the Western tradition" on college campuses. Grants provided to the student-run newspapers go towards operational expenses like cameras, printers and costly materials for physical copies.LOYOLA STUDENT NEWSPAPER APOLOGIZES FOR CALLING SUSPECTED MURDERER OF SHERIDAN GORMAN AN ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT Collegiate Network is the school newspaper program from the Intercollegiate Studies Institute, which promotes

Six transgender Idaho residents file lawsuit to block new bathroom law

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Six transgender Idaho residents have filed a lawsuit challenging Idaho’s new bathroom law, which makes it a crime to enter a bathroom designated for the opposite sex, arguing the measure is unconstitutional, discriminatory and too vague to enforce.The complaint, filed in federal court Thursday, alleges House Bill 752 would expose transgender residents to "violence, harassment, and psychological harm" and could subject them to criminal penalties for using public restrooms that "align with their gender identity.""I've been enjoying life as a man and using the men's restrooms hasn't been a big deal," Diego Fable, one of the plaintiffs, said in a press release. "But this law would force me to use the women's facilities, and doing so would only invite suspicion, questions, and raised eyebrows... The only safe option truly available is to just stay home — or leave the state entirely, leaving my treasured friends and community behind."HB 752 passed the Legislature in March and was signed by Gov. Brad Little on April 1. It is set to take effect July 1. The law would make it a misdemeanor offense to "knowingly and willfully" enter a restroom or changing room designated for

Student charged after 5 stabbed at high school in violent altercation over vape pen

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A student has been charged with four counts of first-degree assault with a deadly weapon following a stabbing at Foss High School on Thursday in Tacoma, Washington, where four students and a security guard were injured.The suspect was identified as Waleed Emad Essakhi, according to authorities, and was arrested shortly after the incident.Essakhi was charged in Pierce County Superior Court on Friday, where it was determined he would be tried as an adult.According to court documents, the student allegedly stole a vape pen from a fellow student the previous day at a skatepark, according to court documents. Four of the student’s friends later approached him in retaliation.One of the victims claimed Essakhi was "egging them on" to fight him as he slapped his own face.Court documents state surveillance footage shows the suspect allegedly pulling an object from his pocket before the four students began to fight him. None of the victims were armed.WASHINGTON MAN ALLEGEDLY LURES POLICE WITH BOGUS 911 CALL, SLASHES OFFICER IN FACE Waleed Emad Essakhi, 16, was charged with four counts of first-degree assault following a stabbing incident at Foss High School on Thursday. (Getty Images)Staff members and a

Kentucky Derby horse scratched after throwing jockey while getting loaded into starting gate

Things got very interesting even before the Kentucky Derby got underway when one of the horses reared up and threw his jockey as he was being loaded into the starting gate.As the starting gate was being loaded up, Great White, ridden by jockey Alex Achard, appeared to get spooked by something, reared up, and fell backwards.That sent Achard tumbling, with the 1,300-pound horse landing on his back and almost rolling on top of the jockey.CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGEFortunately, both Achard and Great White appeared to be OK after the incident, though the horse was immediately scratched and led away from the gate. The rest of the field was then loaded, and the race went off without incident.Golden Tempo, who entered the race at 30-1, came away with the win. Great White was scratched just moments before the start of the Kentucky Derby after throwing his jockey. (© Matt Stone/Courier Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)Man, what a heart-in-mouth moment that was before the race even began.For some reason, I think we forget just how big horses are because they're usually pretty cool. But now and then one decides, "Meh, I'm not doing this whole racing

Identities of pickleball players killed in plane crash on way to tournament released

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The names of the five people who were killed in the Central Texas plane crash that was taking a pickleball team to a tournament have been revealed.On board the flight were four Amarillo Pickleball Club players from Amarillo, Texas, Hayden Dillard, Seren Wilson, Brooke Skypala, and Stacy Hedrick, along with pilot Justin Appling.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM A crashed Cessna airplane is seen in a wooded area on Round Rock Road in Wimberley, Texas, Friday, May 1, 2026. (Jay Janner/Austin American-Statesman via AP)Dan Dyer, president of the Amarillo Pickleball Club, said he’d played many games with four of the five people who died."I’ve handed them medals. They were excellent players. They were out to win some games," Dyer said. "Every weekend there are dozens of tournaments. Some people get the bug; others don’t. But once they do, they’ll travel for a tournament."SMALL PLANE CRASHES NEAR HICKS AIRFIELD IN TEXAS, REPORTEDLY CAUSING MULTIPLE SEMI-TRUCK FIRESThe National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) investigators are on scene and serving as the lead investigative agencies, DPS said in its Saturday release.But the cause of the crash has yet

Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli continues strong form with Miami Grand Prix Pole

Formula 1 is back after an unexpected one-month hiatus because of the war in the Middle East, and somehow the series has reconvened in Miami, right where we were and not where we were, if that makes sense.It may not, but I'll explain.Through the first three races, there were two clear-cut top teams: Mercedes and Ferrari. Mercedes' driver Kimi Antonelli had also won two straight Grand Prix coming into Miami, and is the current championship leader.ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli comes into the Miami Grand Prix as the championship leader. (Sam Navarro-Imagn Images)However, teams brought a considerable number of upgrades — plus the FIA and F1 have tuned the regulations a little after some team feedback — and suddenly, we've got more teams battling toward the front.CADILLAC UNVEILS ONE-OFF STARS-AND-STRIPES LIVERY AHEAD OF THE TEAM'S FIRST-EVER RACE ON U.S. SOILThis was noticeable in Saturday morning's Sprint, which featured a McLaren 1-2, led by reigning world champion Lando Norris.But the bigger shakeup came in qualifying.While the Silver Arrows' 19-year-old superstar took pole by around a tenth and a half, what was surprising was that he was battling Red

Golden Tempo wins 2026 Kentucky Derby

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Golden Tempo captured the 152nd Kentucky Derby on Saturday, marking a historic first for female trainers. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThe field was reduced to 19 instead of the maximum 20 early Saturday morning after The Puma was scratched due to a skin infection. He was ruled out past the deadline for a replacement, leaving Corona de Ora out of the field.Silent Tactic, Fulleffort and Right to Party were all scratched in the last four days, but were replaced by Great White, Ocelli and Robusta. But just before race time, the field was further reduced to 18 after Great White was scratched after flipping over as the others were loading up.Track conditions were much better this year as opposed to last year when Sovereignty crossed the finish line covered in mud after rain poured down at Churchill Downs. According to the historic race venue, the track conditions were fast with good visibility and low precipitation just an hour before post time. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPBut the weather was much chillier than years past at 54 degrees just an hour before race time. According to the

Rob Schneider says comedy reveals hidden beliefs, warns labels like ‘Nazi’ silence debate

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Comedian and actor Rob Schneider said during a recent episode of "The Dr. Phil Podcast" that comedy exposes hidden beliefs, while warning that labels like "Nazi" and "white supremacist" are increasingly used to shut down disagreement, as he discussed the psychology of humor, social offense and self-censorship.Schneider warned that terms historically associated with extremist ideologies are now used more broadly in everyday disagreements."Instead of saying you're wrong, I hate you, you're a demon, you're a Nazi, you're a fascist, because I'm old school," Schneider said."I come from a place where those words were used for fascists, Nazis, and white supremacists," he continued. "They weren't used as a word for people who aren't agreeing with you." Rob Schneider speaks on "The Dr. Phil Podcast" about how comedy exposes hidden beliefs and reflects cultural tensions. (Michael Tullberg/Getty Images)'ENTOURAGE' STAR JEREMY PIVEN SAYS PEOPLE ARE TOO EASILY TRIGGERED AND NEED TO HEAR EACH OTHER OUTHe tied that shift to a broader erosion of dialogue, referencing the consequences of cutting off conversation entirely."When you stop the conversation, that's when violence starts," Schneider said.Schneider made the remark while discussing the death of Charlie Kirk and the importance

Activist remains perched atop DC bridge protesting Iran war, AI development: 'The spirit moves me'

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! An ongoing blockade at the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge in Washington, D.C., continues as an activist protesting the Iran war and artificial intelligence (AI) sits atop the Beltway thoroughfare.Guido Reichstadter, 45, a former jeweler and math and physics student, climbed the 168 feet up the bridge Friday night and plans on staying "until the war is ended," he told Fox News Digital.Reichstadter previously climbed the same bridge in 2022, that time protesting the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. This time he is protesting both the Iran war and the development of AI."The situation with AI from my perspective, which I think is the shared perspective of many of the experts, it really couldn't be more dire," he told Fox News Digital in a video interview while perched atop the bridge.ABOUT 60 PEOPLE ARRESTED AFTER VETERANS' ANTI-ICE DEMONSTRATION IN WASHINGTON, DC, POLICE SAYThough his protest coincided with a wave of D.C. "May Day" protests the day before, Reichstadter did not claim to be a part of that movement."With these things, I kind of work as the spirit moves me," he told Fox News Digital, getting slightly emotional. "From the very

Caitlin Clark not listed on injury report as Indiana Fever host Nigeria in preseason finale

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The Indiana Fever wrap up their 2026 preseason schedule Saturday night against the Nigerian national team.Caitlin Clark was not listed on the injury report entering the game. Concerns arose about her health and immediate availability after she collided with a Dallas Wings player in Thursday’s preseason matchup. She limped to the bench but appeared to walk it off during a replay review that resulted in a Flagrant 1 call.Clark returned to make two free throws before spending the remainder of the game on the sideline.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever brings the ball up court against Azzi Fudd of the Dallas Wings during the first half of a preseason game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana, on April 30, 2026. (Justin Casterline/Getty Images)She finished with a team-high 21 points. Clark made two of her three attempted three-pointers, while knocking down 11 of 13 from the free throw line. She also had two rebounds, four assists and one steal in the contest.Two days later, the two-time All-Star is available for Saturday night’s game despite the injury scare.A string of injuries sidelined Clark in 2025, limiting

Massive new cruise ship unveils jaw-dropping outdoor theme park in middle of the ocean

Cruise ship rescues stranded sailor and his cat in Gulf drama A Carnival cruise ship crew spotted distress flares while sailing to Cozumel, Mexico, and rescued a stranded sailor and his cat at sea. Both were brought safely aboard and received care. FOX 26 spoke with two passengers who were on board the ship when the rescue occurred. (credit: Fox 26/Alan Loy) NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Cruise lines have long competed over bigger ships and flashier amenities, but one company is now taking that rivalry to new heights — literally.MSC Cruises has unveiled plans for a sprawling open-air "theme park" at sea aboard its upcoming flagship, MSC World Asia, including an over-water swing ride that will send passengers soaring above the ocean, according to a company press release.The attraction, called "Cliffhanger," is billed as Europe’s first over-water swing of its kind, suspended high above the ship’s deck with unobstructed views of the surrounding sea. It will be part of a larger outdoor zone known as "The Harbour," designed as a central hub for open-air experiences and family activities, the company said.CRUISE LINES CANCEL SAILINGS, REROUTE SHIPS AS MIDDLE EAST CONFLICT DISRUPTS VOYAGESThe Harbour is expected to

Fernando Mendoza responds to question of whether he'll visit White House

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Fernando Mendoza responded to a question Saturday of whether he will visit President Donald Trump at the White House to celebrate the Indiana Hoosiers' historic college football championship.Mendoza said that he "believed" the scheduled date of the visit, May 11, was the first day of the Las Vegas Raiders' organized team activities (OTAs). But he was incorrect, as the Raiders' OTAs don't start until May 18.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Quarterback Fernando Mendoza, selected as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft by the Las Vegas Raiders, attends a news conference at the Raiders Headquarters in Henderson, Nev., on April 24, 2026. (Ethan Miller/Getty Images)"If it is on the first day of OTAs, like I said, I'm on the bottom of the totem pole here, I got to prove myself, I can't miss practice," Mendoza told reporters at a Raiders press conference on Saturday. "As a rookie, I don't think that's a good look. I want to try to best serve my teammates, and I don't think that would be accomplishing that goal."The Raiders don't have anything in their offseason program scheduled for May 11.INDIANA'S FERNANDO

Goldie Hawn thinks kids lack 'grit' from too much screen time, not enough real-world problem solving

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Goldie Hawn can't help thinking about why kids today lack "grit" when she reflects on her own childhood.During a recent appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" the 80-year-old actress spoke about the freedom she had in her childhood, noting "there were no tablets" and she and her friends were left to come up with different ways to have fun."We understood that we got in trouble. We had the kids together," she said. "We didn't have anybody looking at us, following us. We were alive and figuring out having the best day and I will never forget it. And kids aren't doing that today."The actress shared that her new book, "The After-School Kindness Crew," which aims to teach children about mindfulness, kindness and joy, "shows how kids can be together, relating together, solving problems together," which she says "is how you create more grit and critical thinking in your prefrontal cortex." Hawn shared kids today lack "grit" because they aren't left alone with other kids to work together to solve problems. (Gilbert Flores/Variety via Getty Images)KATE HUDSON IS TEACHING KIDS NOT TO ‘LEAN ON FAMILY’ FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORTIn the book, the characters can also

Lisa Kudrow still earns $20M a year in residuals from 'Friends' more than 30 years after show premiered

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Lisa Kudrow's breakout role in "Friends" is still bringing in the big bucks over 30 years after it first aired in 1994.During a recent interview with The Times in London, the 62-year-old revealed she and the rest of the cast of "Friends" continue to earn $20 million a year in residuals from the show."Because Phoebe Buffay was so great?" Kudrow jokingly guessed as to why the dollar amount is so high, referencing her character from the show."Friends" first premiered in September 1994, and was an immediate breakout hit, and reportedly was ringing in 25 million viewers each week. Kudrow shared that the cast of "Friends" still receives $20 million in residuals every year. (Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for HBO Max)'FRIENDS' STAR MATTHEW PERRY'S DEATH ONE YEAR LATER: WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT THE INVESTIGATIONDespite its popularity, Kudrow shared she had never actually watched the show, telling the outlet she wanted to watch it after her former co-star, Matthew Perry, died in October 2023."Before, I only saw what I did wrong or could have done better," she explained. "But for the first time I truly appreciated just how great it was. I felt I

Hero principal takes a bullet to stop alleged planned school massacre

High school principal recounts stopping school shooter Pauls Valley High School principal Kirk Moore, a true hero, recounts the harrowing moments he stopped an active school shooter on April 7. Moore was shot in the leg but tackled the gunman, disarming him and preventing countless casualties. Kayleigh McEnany sits down with Principal Moore and other faculty as they reflect on the courageous actions that earned him the title of 'Prom King'. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! An Oklahoma principal credited with stopping a school shooting described his split-second decision to confront the suspect during an interview Saturday on Fox News.Principal Kirk Moore joined "Saturday in America" to discuss the April 7 attack at Pauls Valley High School, where a 20-year-old former student allegedly entered the building armed with two semiautomatic handguns. Investigators said the suspect told them he planned a mass shooting at the school."It's a gut reaction to protect," Moore told Fox News host Kayleigh McEnany, reflecting on his 37 years in education. "All the training that you go through, you can't prepare for the second, but it just seems like when it does happen, things fall into place."The situation escalated when the alleged gunman pointed

Jim Acosta demands CNN fire Scott Jennings after on-air confrontation with panelist

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Former CNN journalist Jim Acosta demanded the firing of his former colleague Scott Jennings, condemning his expletive-laced on-air brawl with a fellow panelist as a breach of professional standards."It’s appalling and it’s a fireable offense. I think he should be fired. I’ve been saying for some time. He should be fired," he said on Friday’s episode of "The Jim Acosta Show."Jennings’ fiery exchange unfolded Thursday on "CNN NewsNight with Abby Phillip," where he clashed with MeidasTouch influencer Adam Mockler over the U.S.’ posture in the Iran War."We all know that Scott Jennings is more than happy to defend a war with a country that starts with letters I-r-a that we are currently failing, that is going to put us trillions and trillions of dollars more in debt," Mockler said.CNN PANEL DESCENDS INTO CHAOS AFTER DISCUSSION ON IMMIGRATION GETS HEATED Scott Jennings argues with Adam Mockler on CNN on April 30, 2026. (CNN)Jennings fired back, arguing that the roughly eight-week conflict is not an "endless war," as Mockler suggested."You have the attention span of a gnat," Jennings said.As the conversation got increasingly aggressive, Mockler – who argued that the Iran War is "failing"

Carolina Hurricanes drop the nation's next great novelty beer cup

There are still two first-round series that need to be decided, but the NHL is itching to get the second round of the Stanley Cup Finals underway.The first series to get rolling is the first-ever postseason meeting between the Carolina Hurricanes and Philadelphia Flyers, and do you know what an occasion like this calls for?Hell yeah, brother: beer skates!ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON’T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW! Carolina Hurricanes fans are going to be able to get quite the souvenir beer cup during their second-round series with the Philadelphia Flyers. (Photo by Katherine Gawlik/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)Don't overthink this one. Starting with Game 1, fans at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh can order up a big plastic skate full of beer, Das Boot style!THE PHILADELPHIA FLYERS CHALLENGE FANS TO EAT THREE CHEESESTEAKS AND THREE ORDERS OF FRIES IN A SINGLE GAMEIt's beautiful.At the risk of sounding like a total simpleton, I like how you can see the beer thanks to the see-through holder, and I bet you that thing makes light domestic draft beers taste at least 30% better. The beer skates will be a hot ticket item at the Lenovo Center this

Ted Danson had ‘10 good years’ in Speedos before wife Mary Steenburgen made the ‘brave move’ to ban them

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Ted Danson is sharing one of the compromises he had to make for his wife.During a recent episode of his podcast, "Where Everybody Knows Your Name," featuring Adam Scott, the topic of Speedos came up. Scott said he felt "embarrassed" to be seen in his Speedo as a teenager in high school, leading Danson to share he "was proud of my Speedos."The 78-year-old actor shared he "had about a good 10 years" of wearing Speedos before meeting his wife, actress Mary Steenburgen."The first time I put 'em on when we're together and my kids were all together on a vacation, all the kids are finally together," he said. "And Mary looked at me and said, 'No.' And my daughters went, 'Oh, thank you. Thank you so much for saying no to his Speedo.'" Danson shared he used to wear Speedos before Steenburgen banned him from wearing them on their first vacation together. (Weiss Eubanks/NBCUniversal via Getty Images)NICOLE KIDMAN, RACHEL RAY, TED DANSON KEEP MARRIAGES HOT WITH UNCONVENTIONAL RULESIn the end, the "Cheers" star was able to admit that "it was the right move" to ban him from wearing Speedos, with Scott praising

Black Chicagoans call on reparations from government, money deposits like 'stimulus' checks

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! CHICAGO — Some Black Chicagoans are saying they're all in on reparations, calling for the local and federal government to take action to redress slavery and other historical wrongs in one of the most hot-button topics of debate in modern America."Should be like the stimulus. Everybody sign up, and everybody get a deposit," William, a Chicago resident, told Fox News Digital.Fox News Digital hit the streets of Chicago last week to speak with advocates and residents as the city and the state are looking to potentially implement reparations in some form.CHICAGO REPARATIONS ADVOCATES SAY FEDERAL GOV MORALLY OWES '7 QUADRILLION DOLLARS' IN SLAVE LABOR Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has launched a community engagement effort called "Repair Chicago" to gather experiences of harm of Black Chicagoans as part of an effort to implement reparations. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)"I think the federal government should do that. Because as a government, you know, with slavery and everything, that's a whole government, not just a city thing," William added.Leonte Fraley, a native of the Englewood neighborhood in Chicago and a graduate of Kennedy King College, said that the money could help

John Fetterman breaks with party over ‘orgy of socialism’ May Day protests

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., warned against what he called a "small communist takeover" within his own party during an appearance on "Jesse Watters Primetime." Criticizing far-left groups involved in May Day protests, Fetterman described the current state of activism as an "orgy of socialism.""It’s like a marriage of the Palestinian, the anti-ICE, the abolish ICE, and now turning it into like an orgy of socialism here," Fetterman said Friday.The Pennsylvania senator noted that while he supports the labor unions that May Day is traditionally meant to celebrate, he believes recent demonstrations have strayed too far from the intended mission."I am an absolutely proud pro-union Democrat, but the kinds of mess that you see are showing up in many of them. That is the worst impulses that our party continues," he said.INSIDE ANTIFA-LINKED GROUP'S PLAN TO 'STRUCTURALLY CHANGE' THE US AS MAY DAY UNREST APPROACHES U.S. Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., speaks to reporters outside the Senate Chamber during votes on Nov. 10, 2025, on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)Hundreds of groups hosted May Day demonstrations, including chapters of the Democratic Socialists of America, People’s Forum and Code Pink.A Fox News

Harvard scientist convicted of lying about China ties rebuilds brain-tech lab in China

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Dr. Charles Lieber, a former Harvard scientist convicted in 2021 of concealing his ties to a Chinese-run recruitment program, has since rebuilt his brain-computer interface lab in Shenzhen, China, according to Reuters.Convicted of six counts related to lying about a contract he held with Wuhan University of Technology, Lieber served two days in prison and six months on house arrest for his crimes.Just over three years after that conviction, Reuters reported, Lieber fled for China, where he became the head of the nation's burgeoning program to connect human brains to computers.Lieber, considered one of the world's authorities on nanotechnology, is now head of China's Institute for Brain Research, Advanced Interfaces and Neurotechnologies, or i-BRAIN.CHINA’S ULTRASOUND BRAIN TECH RACE HEATS UP Charles Lieber, chair of Harvard University's chemistry and chemical biology department, is released from John Joseph Moakley United States Courthouse in Boston on Jan. 30, 2020. Federal authorities said Lieber, a nanoscientist and entrepreneur, received hundreds of thousands of dollars from his Chinese connections. (Jonathan Wiggs/The Boston Globe)"I arrived on April 28, 2025, with a dream and not much more, maybe a couple bags of clothes," Lieber said during a Shenzhen government

Trump troop cuts in Europe could be blocked by Congress — here’s how he might get around it

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! President Donald Trump's effort to broadly pull U.S. troops from key NATO allies over resistance to the Iran war could run into new limits imposed by Congress, but the administration may have a way around them. Trump ordered the withdrawal of 5,000 troops from Germany Friday, a drawdown which will happen over the next six to 12 months, according to Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell. Lawmakers have restricted large-scale troop reductions in Europe below 76,000. But Trump still retains broad authority as commander in chief to move forces between countries, opening the door to shifting troops away from allies like Germany, Spain or Italy without reducing the overall U.S. presence.Pentagon orders withdrawal of 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany as Trump escalates feud with MerzThe warning follows pushback from allies including Spain and Italy, which have limited how U.S. forces can use key bases for Iran-related missions, highlighting tensions inside NATO as Washington presses partners for support during the escalating conflict.Trump said Wednesday the U.S. is "studying and reviewing the possible reduction of troops" in Germany, comments that came after Chancellor Friedrich Merz said the U.S. was "being humiliated" by Iran.Merz downplayed the spat

Seattle's socialist Mayor Katie Wilson slammed for cutting short interview over basic public safety question

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Seattle’s socialist Mayor Katie Wilson is facing renewed backlash after abruptly cutting short an interview when pressed on a basic public safety question.The two-minute video has amassed nearly 1 million views on X and sparked fierce criticism of the newly installed mayor.Wilson awkwardly exited the interview with Seattle’s TV station KOMO after being asked about the role of surveillance cameras amid rising gun violence in the city."That's obviously been an issue that you weighed in on. Does that change it? Does that change your perspective at all?" the reporter asked.As the question was posed, the mayor began to break eye contact and glance at what appeared to be her press staffers off camera, who can be heard telling the reporter to "keep it on topic."SEATTLE MAYOR INTERVIEW CUT SHORT AS STAFF BLOCKS QUESTIONS ON GUN VIOLENCE, SURVEILLANCE Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson speaks at a community event at the Yesler Community Center shortly before gunfire was reported nearby, prompting a police response. (KCPQ)"Let’s keep it on the topic," the mayor reiterated.The reporter repeated the question, seeking an answer from the socialist mayor on an issue of concern to residents."But does that change your

Communist and socialist groups call for 'revolution' and seizure of property at Minneapolis May Day rally

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Communist and socialist groups called for a "revolution" at a May Day rally in Minneapolis Friday, highlighting the growing influence of far-left organizations at an event traditionally centered on workers’ rights.Some of those demonstrators denounced capitalism and pushed for the seizure of private property and the means of production, marking a shift in tone from past May Day rallies that primarily focused on labor issues.Protesters on the ground outlined a range of demands, including rent caps tied to income, a reduced work week and the redistribution of wealth from billionaires. The rally, which drew well over 1,000 people, was organized as an immigrant rights demonstration but brought together a broad mix of labor unions, activist organizations and far-left political groups marching side by side.Among the groups present were the Communist Party USA, the Freedom Road Socialist Organization (FRSO), the Revolutionary Communists of America (RCA), the Party for Socialism and Liberation (PSL), and members of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), with numerous participants carrying flags and signage featuring socialist imagery like the hammer and sickle.MAY DAY PROTESTS TO TAKE PLACE FRIDAY AS AGITATORS ACROSS THE US PUSH 'WORKERS OVER BILLIONAIRES' MOTTO Protesters

Shawn Langdon breaks NHRA speed record with 345 mph run at South Georgia Motorsports Park

Top Fuel’s Shawn Langdon certainly had the need for speed.Langdon broke the NHRA’s speed record on Friday during a qualifying run at South Georgia Motorsports Park, reaching 345.00 mph. Brittany Force had the previous record of 343.51 mph, which she set last year in Indianapolis.Langdon had several runs of 340+ mph in preseason testing, but the 43-year-old said members of the team weren’t sure if the numbers were legit.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Top Fuel driver Shawn Langdon sets a new NHRA speed record at the NHRA Southern Nationals at South Georgia Motorsports Park in Adel, Georgia, on May 1, 2026. (Marc Gewertz/NHRA via AP)"It was special for the guys," Langdon said. "I was happy for them, especially (crew chief) Brian (Husen). We were able to do that testing, and some people had different ideas on what they thought — if it was legit or not. We kind of talked about it and Brian was like, ‘Well, we’ll just do it in the season to prove it was legit.'""It’s also good to be able to do that here, at this new track, in front of these new fans. I knew it was on a good run, but

Shakespeare's missing London home pinpointed after centuries-long mystery, researcher says

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A researcher has pinpointed the exact location of William Shakespeare's missing London home — a mystery that has puzzled historians for centuries.The property lies in London's Blackfriars district, near the River Thames, according to a recent press release from King's College London (KCL).The property covered what is now Ireland Yard and parts of Burgon Street, including the area around 5 St. Andrew’s Hill in Blackfriars.MARINE EXPERTS FIND LIKELY REMAINS OF 18TH-CENTURY TREASURE SHIP THAT WAS LOST FOR CENTURIESProfessor Lucy Munro, a professor of Shakespeare and early modern literature at KCL, identified the location by uncovering a previously overlooked 1668 map.From there, Munro linked it to a chain of property records tracing ownership back to Shakespeare. A portrait of English playwright William Shakespeare, whose works are celebrated worldwide and commonly taught in American English courses. (Universal History Archive/UIG/Getty Images)The professor told KCL, "I was doing research as part of a wider project and couldn’t believe it when I realized what I was looking at — the floorplan of Shakespeare's Blackfriars house."The property's exact location "has puzzled academics since the 18th century," though scholars have long known that Shakespeare owned property in Blackfriars later

ICE lines up to boot illegal immigrant child sex predator after bogus asylum claim, early prison release

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Immigration and Customs Enforcement wants police in North Carolina to turn over an illegal immigrant from Romania who has been convicted of child sex crimes and faces deportation after a phony asylum case and early prison release.Rebeca Fratila-Ilies is facing possible deportation after ICE said she was convicted of two counts of carnal knowledge of a child and statutory rape for abusing a middle-school boy.She was serving a 10-year sentence inside a Staunton, Virginia prison up until her early release, ICE said.FOLLOW US ON X ICE wants police in North Carolina to turn over Rebeca Fratila. (ICE)Fratila-Ilies was arrested in North Carolina on March 12, 2025, for a probation violation, according to ICE, and the Guilford County Sheriff’s Office notified ICE Charlotte that it had her in custody."ICE lodged an immigration detainer against Fratila-Ilies with Guilford County April 17, asking them not to release this child predator back into the community," ICE Director Todd M. Lyons said in a statement. "Fratila-Ilies is a lawful permanent resident, but she’s been convicted of sex crimes against a child, which means she’s amenable to removal. She’s currently in removal proceedings and ICE is standing by

Power the future sends letter to lawmakers over data

Kevin O'Leary discusses Utah AI data center project to rival China Kevin O'Leary, chairman of O'Leary Ventures, explains his significant AI data center project in Utah, aimed at surpassing China's technological progress. O'Leary highlights the initiative's ability to generate its own power from a natural gas pipeline, accelerating permitting and providing essential compute power for U.S. AI companies and national defense, spanning 40,000 acres. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Power the Future, a pro-energy advocacy group, is asking Congress to take a closer look at the opposition to data centers that is springing up across the country.In a letter to Rep. James Comer, R-Ky., and Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., the group asked lawmakers to open formal investigations into millions of dollars in funding they believe is incentivizing nonprofits and local groups to take up an environmental stance against data centers.In their view, it’s a movement that’s trying to look more grassroots than it actually is."We request that your committees open a formal investigation into a coordinated, billionaire-funded, and potentially foreign-backed political campaign designed to block the construction of data center and AI infrastructure across the United States, which sits among the most important economic and national-security buildouts