Kennedy Center disputes Dem whistleblower allegations over Trump renovations, defends M flooring contract

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is disputing whistleblower allegations from Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., arguing that critics have mischaracterized Trump-era renovation projects and procurement practices.In a statement to Fox News Digital, Kennedy Center officials say the senator’s allegations get key facts wrong, including that an “$8 million flooring contract” has been misrepresented, the Center isn’t subject to the federal contracting rules cited by critics, and that the renovation work complied with the law.According to Kennedy Center officials, the renovations are part of a long-term infrastructure renewal addressing decades…

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The Billionaire Tax Is A Retirement-Security Measure

California voters face a topsy-turvy choice in November, when two competing ballot measures go head to head. Prop. 42, branded as retirement protection, is actually a kill-switch measure that protects billionaire wealth. Prop. 40, called the “Billionaire Tax,” is the one that helps fund the systems retirees depend on. The…

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Is There A 3rd-Place World Cup Game? Who’s Playing In Bronze Game?

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Yes, there’s a third-place game in the 2026 World Cup.Following their semifinal round losses, France and England will play in the World Cup Bronze matchup on Saturday afternoon; France lost to Spain on Tuesday, while England lost to Argentina on Wednesday.Prior to…

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2028 Dem hopefuls torched over webinars teaching illegal immigrants how to ‘defy’ ICE

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin is putting prominent Democrats, including potential presidential contenders, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., and California Gov. Gavin Newsom, on blast for hosting webinars and sharing resources on how illegal immigrants can “defy” ICE.Mullins’ comments come after President Donald…

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Amazon tacks on sneaky fees for the upcoming ‘peak season’ — advising customers to buy early

New year, new fees. Amazon will tack on its “Peak Fulfillment Fees” once again during the holidays, the e-commerce giant confirmed last week. However, sellers can expect to see another surcharge this year.  While the fulfillment fee is the same as 2025 — averaging out to roughly 32 cents per item — the 3.5% “fuel and logistics” surcharge will also be applied as the online retailer first rolled out the charge back in April. The e-commerce behemoth added the extra rates as a short-term measure to help offset the increased operating costs it was experiencing. Fees primarily affect Amazon sellers…

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