X (social platform)
Coverage of X (social platform) in the Nexus archive.
- DNC X account tells Miller: ‘Shut up you ugly f—‘
The Democratic National Committee (DNC) responded to White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller with a provocative social media post, urging him to 'shut up' after he criticized Texas Senate hopeful James Talarico. The DNC's message on X included the phrase 'Fired up. Ready to go. It’s time to take back Texas.'
- Republicans swipe at Democrats applauding King Charles after ‘No Kings’ protests
Republican lawmakers criticized Democratic lawmakers for applauding King Charles III following their prior support for 'No Kings' protests against President Trump. Senator Ashley Moody (R-Fla.) mocked the contrast on social media, asking why Democrats clapped for a 'real King' after opposing monarchical symbolism.
- US military intercepts 3 Iranian oil tankers
The U.S. military intercepted three Iranian oil tankers, including the sanctioned, stateless vessel M/T Majestic X in the Indian Ocean. The Pentagon released footage of troops boarding the tankers via helicopters.
- White House, FBI looking into case of missing scientists: ‘No stone will be unturned’
The White House and FBI are investigating potential links among nearly a dozen American scientists who have died or gone missing over the past three years. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the Trump administration's involvement in the inquiry.
- Iranian state news outlet questions foreign minister’s ‘unexpected tweet’ on Hormuz Strait
An Iranian state news outlet criticized Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi's 'unexpected tweet' about reopening the Strait of Hormuz following a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. The tweet stated the strait was open for all commercial vessels, prompting scrutiny from state media.
- Graham on Israel-Lebanon ceasefire: ‘Last thing’ US needs is to ‘throw Hezbollah a lifeline’
Sen. Lindsey Graham expressed cautious support for the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, emphasizing the need for realism about regional dynamics. He warned against actions that might inadvertently benefit Hezbollah, highlighting concerns over the ceasefire's long-term effectiveness.