Puck News
Coverage of Puck News in the Nexus archive.
- Ex-’60 Minutes’ boss Bill Owens pens tell-all ripping CBS, Paramount while collecting millions under separation deal: report
Bill Owens, a former '60 Minutes' boss, wrote a book criticizing CBS and Paramount while receiving millions under a separation deal. Executives and lawyers from the companies are discussing potential violations of his exit package.
- Meta removes controversial AI feature on Instagram after backlash
Meta has removed a controversial AI feature on Instagram following backlash from its user base. The company confirmed this decision to Dylan Byers of Puck News.
- These are the House Democrats who are — and aren't — paying their DCCC dues
House Democrats are facing challenges in collecting dues from members for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC), with over half paying less than 50% of their expected contributions. Notable members who have paid significantly more than required include Hakeem Jeffries, Katherine Clark, and Pete Aguilar, while others like Al Green, Jimmy Gomez, and Ilhan Omar have paid nothing. Retiring members and those facing primary challenges also show low or zero payment rates.
- Hasan Piker no-shows pro-communist event over alleged safety fears while mocking Trump assassination attempt
Hasan Piker, a self-described Marxist influencer, skipped a pro-communist panel event in New York due to alleged safety concerns but livestreamed from Manhattan while mocking Trump's assassination attempt and amplifying conspiracy theories. The incident highlights growing scrutiny of leftist rhetoric and online personalities' influence amid political tensions, following Piker's past controversial comments about violence.
- Hasan Piker no-shows pro-communist event over alleged safety fears while mocking Trump assassination attempt
Hasan Piker, a self-described Marxist influencer, skipped a pro-communist panel in Manhattan citing safety concerns but livestreamed from New York City, mocking Trump's assassination attempt and amplifying conspiracy theories. Critics highlight his inflammatory rhetoric, including past calls for violence against politicians, amid heightened scrutiny of leftist online personalities during a volatile political climate.