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Only a smattering of Republicans spoke out about clip in which Obamas’ faces were superimposed on bodies of apes

Donald Trump shared a video on Truth Social depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys, sparking condemnation from Democrats. The offensive imagery draws on a history of dehumanization used to justify racism and violence. Prominent Democrats, including Gavin Newsom's office and Ben Rhodes, denounced the post, highlighting its racist undertones.

Heim was not the fastest driver at Richmond, but he capitalized late to earn another victory for TRICON

The NASCAR Truck race at Watkins Glen nearly reached the sunset time limit due to several major incidents in the closing stages of the event, but on this evening, the earth’s rotation was set to Heim time. 

On Friday, each of the 31 NASCAR Truck Series entries for Kansas Speedway rolled through inspection. Most of the teams made it through without much drama, but not all of them. Four trucks, including three from ThorSport Racing, struggled to pass. 

ANALYSIS: Democrats lack a unified voice on Israel’s siege on Gaza more than a year and a half after it began. That gives Trump the advantage, writes John Bowden

Corey Heim earned his third win of the 2025 NASCAR Truck Series season at Texas Motor Speedway on Friday night, but it was far from easy. Heim watched a massive lead of nearly 16 seconds evaporate with a late-race yellow. It eventually got pushed into double overtime where Heim had…

After some difficult losses in recent weeks, Corey Heim rebounded in a big way at Texas Motor Speedway. Driving the No. 11 TRICON Garage Toyota, he held on in a fierce battle for the win after dominating most of the night, capturing his third checkered flag of the season.

Mike Donilon faces criticism for defending Biden's 2024 run despite concerns over his debate performance.