United States and Russia Swap Prisoners
American journalist Evan Gershkovich, former Marine Paul Whelan, and others were freed from Russia in a prisoner exchange
Author: OT Editors
Donald Trump and The National Association of Black Journalists: Watch For Yourself
Former President Donald Trump and the National Association of Black Journalist were scheduled for a one-hour panel discussion. They made it 35 minutes.
Linky Friday: Outrages, Outages, and Outliers Edition
All the content of discontent cannot fit in just one post, but we sure can link to some of it if we try real hard…
President Biden Addresses the Nation Regarding Not Seeking Re-election
The full, uncut remarks by President Joe Biden as he declines to seek re-election for you to watch and discuss.
Updated: Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle Resigns
However bad you think Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle’s testimony before an unamused Oversight Committee went, it was probably worse
President Biden Drops Out, Endorses Vice President Harris
Joe Biden is out, Kamala Harris is in, and Trump recalibrates as the 2024 presidential election changes with 105 days to go, Discuss
US Senator Bob Menendez Found Guilty on All Sixteen Count
While it wasn’t the senator’s first trial for misdeeds, it is his first time being convicted after decades of speculation about corruption.
Judge Cannon Dismisses Trump Documents Case: Read It For Yourself
Citing the “Unlawful Appointment and Funding of Special Counsel Jack Smith” Judge Cannon has dismissed the classified documents case against former President Donald Trump
Trump Picks Senator JD Vance as Running Mate
US Senator JD Vance (R-OH) will be former President Donald Trump’s selection for the Republican vice president nomination.
Linky Friday: Eternal Vigilance Requires Eternal Listicles, Soundtracked to Roundball Rock
The Ordinary Times tradition of bringing you stories & writing from around the world and across the web for you to read, share, & discuss
Report: CNN Shuts Down Opinion Section
CNN has reportedly axed its opinion section contributors and staff, with a “pivot to video” cameo as a chaser.
Joe Biden Interview with George Stephanopoulos “I’m still in good shape”
Watch the ABC News interview of President Joe Biden for yourself and discuss in the comments.
About Last Night: Labour Landslide in UK Elections
Historically speaking, the Tories should really not go to battle on the 4th of July, as Labour whipped the Conservatives decisively.
Fourth of July Group Activity: Civics Quiz
Since it is Independence Day, dazzle your friends, family, and fellow Ordinary Times commentors with your civics knowledge.
SCOTUS Opinions on Trump Immunity, Corner Post, and Netchoice: Read Them For Yourself
Three more opinions came down from the Supreme Court involving Corner Post, Netchoice, and the much-awaited Trump immunity.
SCOTUS Strikes Down Chevron, and Other Rulings: Read Them For Yourself
Read for yourself the SCOTUS rulings regarding regulatory power, January 6th prosecutions, and “camping bans” aimed at the homeless.
Four More Decisions Continue Busy SCOTUS Term
Four more decisions came down from the United States Supreme Court, which still leaves quite a few headline-making rulings to come.
Ordinary World: Juneteenth Edition
The celebration of our country’s second Independence Day seems like a good time to break out OT’s classic listicle to read & discuss
President Biden Announces Protections, Citizenship Pathway For Undocumented Spouses
On the anniversary of DACA, President Biden announces changes and protections for undocumented spouses who have been in the United States for more than a decade.
Supreme Court Unanimously Rejects Abortion Medication Restriction on Legal Standing
The Supreme Court has rejected a challenge against the widely used abortion drug mifepristone citing a lack of standing by the plaintiffs.
