political criticism
Jimmy Kimmel Lambasts Trump as "Son of a Bi**h" Following Late-Night TV Controversy
Oct 02, 2025 06:02 pm CST
In a remarkable crossover episode, late-night hosts Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert discussed their experiences being taken off air amid political pressure. Kimmel candidly criticized President Trump for celebrating their unemployment, calling him "that son of a bi**h" and expressing disbelief that a U.S. president would take pleasure in Americans losing their jobs. The exchange highlights the growing tension between political power and media freedom in America's changing television landscape.
Pakistan Army Chief Faces Backlash Over Diplomatic Role in Trump Meeting
Oct 02, 2025 01:27 am CST
Pakistan's Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir faces significant criticism after presenting rare earth minerals to US President Donald Trump during his third Washington visit in six months. The diplomatic gesture sparked parliamentary outrage with Senator Aimal Wali Khan questioning the constitutional authority of military leadership in foreign affairs, highlighting tensions between Pakistan's civilian government and military influence in international relations.
Tamil Nadu Opposition Leader Accuses DMK Government of Evading Responsibility for Deadly Karur Stampede
Sep 30, 2025 11:48 pm CST
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami has accused the Tamil Nadu government of failing to protect citizens during the Karur stampede that killed 41 people. He questioned the government's decision to hold a press briefing while a Commission of Inquiry is already investigating the incident, suggesting this unusual approach indicates an attempt to shift blame and evade responsibility for the tragedy that occurred during actor-politician Vijay's political rally.
First Amendment Protection: How the US Constitution Limits Government Crackdowns on Controversial Speech
Sep 26, 2025 04:52 pm CST
This article explores how the First Amendment protects controversial speech in America, even as the Trump administration vows to crack down on hate speech. Through landmark Supreme Court cases and recent controversies, it examines the constitutional limits on government censorship, the distinction between protected and unprotected speech, and why the freedom to criticize government remains at the heart of First Amendment protections regardless of political viewpoint.
Jimmy Kimmel To Be Back On Air But Still Face Partial Boycott
Sep 24, 2025 09:29 am CST
Jimmy Kimmel's late-night talk show will be back on the air in the United States Tuesday after a week-long hiatus following government pressure on broadcasters that critics said amounted to a chill on free speech -- but it won't be on everywhere.
Ex-Diplomat Rebuts M Kharge's H1-B Attack On Centre, Kiren Rijiju Reacts
Sep 21, 2025 06:42 pm CST
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju today latched on to a former Foreign Secretary's remarks on the Donald Trump administration's H1-B visa move to send a strong message to the main opposition Congress.
"Doing Them A Disservice": Milind Deora Snaps At Calls For Gen Z To Protest
Sep 20, 2025 03:05 pm CST
Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora took a swipe at Rahul Gandhi Saturday, although he did not name his former Congress colleague, over a call-out to India's Gen Z population to 'save the Constitution, protect democracy, and stop 'vote chori''.
"Good Health, Happiness...": Shashi Tharoor Wishes PM Modi On His 75th Birthday
Sep 17, 2025 09:37 pm CST
Four-time Congress MP from Thiruvananthapuram, Shashi Tharoor, on Wednesday extended birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.