Donald Trump's Views on the US Economy

Donald Trump expresses hope for an economic crash to avoid being like Herbert Hoover. He takes credit for the US economy's growth under Biden. Critics blame his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic for economic downturn.

Donald Trump's interactions with Anthony Fauci during the COVID-19 pandemic

Anthony Fauci recounts in his memoir interactions with Donald Trump during the COVID-19 pandemic, including instances of foul-mouthed abuse and erratic behavior. Fauci describes Trump's love-hate relationship with him and their differing approaches to handling the pandemic.

Impact of Coronavirus Pandemic on Global Life Expectancy

The World Health Organization published a study showing a dramatic decline in global life expectancy to 2012 levels following the onset of the coronavirus pandemic. The decline reversed over a decade of gains in life expectancy, with the Americas and South-East Asia experiencing the largest drops. The study highlighted the impact of the pandemic on life expectancy and the challenges it poses to health systems.

2024 Memorial Day Travel Forecast

A record number of Americans are expected to travel over the 2024 Memorial Day holiday, with airports and roadways jam-packed due to lost travel during the COVID-19 pandemic. Severe storms are forecast for the Plains, Midwest, and mid-South, potentially affecting travel plans.

Increasing Drowning Deaths in the U.S. Since 2020

Drowning deaths in the U.S. have been increasing since 2020, possibly due to effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Recommendations include learning to swim, having CPR knowledge, and using safety measures like fences and life jackets.

Stimulus Payments to Deceased Individuals During COVID-19 Pandemic

During the COVID-19 pandemic, stimulus checks were mistakenly sent to deceased individuals, with the majority of these payments occurring during the Trump administration. A recent social media post falsely claimed that these payments happened under the Biden administration, resurrecting an old issue. The post by OpenTheBooks.com inaccurately stated that Biden paid 2.2 million dead people $3.6 billion, when in reality, the payments occurred before Biden took office. The government reports and media coverage at the time shed light on this issue. The payments to deceased individuals were a result of operational policies and procedures that did not include using death records as a filter to prevent payments to decedents.

Inmate Death at Wisconsin Prison

Another inmate, Donald Maier, has been found dead at the troubled Wisconsin prison, Waupun Correctional Institution. This is the fourth death at the facility since June 2023. Investigations are ongoing into the deaths. The Department of Corrections faced challenges including high staff vacancies and resource shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic.