Nancy Pelosi’s Husband Arrested for DUI Memorial Day Weekend

People

While Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi was on the East Coast, her husband, Paul, was involved in an automotive crash. He was later arrested on suspicion of Driving while Under the Influence. Paul Pelosi was arrested overnight Saturday, and he was released Sunday morning.

Gasoline Prices Hit Yet Another Record High on Memorial Day Weekend

Economy

On Sunday morning, the national average price for one gallon of gas hit yet another record high at $4.61 per gallon. An expected 39 million Americans are predicted to have plans to hit the highways and byways of the countryside; however, there is no indication that the high prices will impact the rate of travel expected on summer's first holiday weekend.

Monkeypox Cases Rising, New Cases Reported in the U.S.

U.S. Politics

Monkeypox, a viral "cousin" of smallpox, has typically only been reported in the central and western countries in Africa. However, a recent outbreak in Europe and scattered cases in the United States have Americans concerned about the disease.

Latest Jobless Claims Show Weakening Labor Market

Economy

For the first time last week, initial jobless claims fell by 8,000, with 210,000 Americans filed unemployment claims. This is only a minuscule dip from the week before, but claims remain near four month high percentages. Ongoing claims went up unexpectedly from 1.315 million to 1.346 million.

Texas Authorities Respond to Accusations that Police Didn’t Engage Uvalde Shooter Immediately

U.S. Politics

On Friday, the Texas Department of Public Safety made public announcements about what happened at Robb Elementary. The Director of Texas DPS, Steven McCraw, spoke at a press conference where he answered questions about the response of local authorities at the time.

Greg Abbott Net Worth 2022: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Wife, Kids

People

Governor Greg Abbott's net worth is estimated to be around $14 million. Some of his net worth is due to his being awarded $7.8 million in a lawsuit due to his 1984 accident.

Dr. Oz Senate Primary; No Clear Winner, Recount Imminent

Elections

Pennsylvania held its primary on May 17, and certain contests were highly watched. One in particular is the Republican Senate primary with Dr. Mehmet Oz and David McCormick. Over a week after the primary, no clear winner has been declared. The margin of votes between the two candidates is only 902 with Dr. Oz in the lead. Pennsylvania law requires that an election go through a recount process "when candidates are within half a percentage point of each other."

O’Rourke Causes Scene at Uvalde Shooting News Conference

U.S. Politics

Beto O'Rourke is running for governor of Texas, and many are saying that his actions on Wednesday night could be highly detrimental to the future of his campaign. O'Rourke showed up at press conference held in Uvalde where Governor Abbott was speaking. Also in attendance was Senator Ted Cruz and the mayor of Uvalde.

Biden Describes Record High Gas Prices as “Incredible Transition”

U.S. Politics

Hop on any social media platform, and you've likely seen comments suggesting that the Biden Administration is not only responsible for high gas prices, but that the president, in fact, encourages them, much to the detriment of American citizens.

Beto O’Rourke Net Worth 2022: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Wife, Kids

People

As of 2022, Beto O'Rourke's net worth is estimated to be $5 million. Sources hold that Beto O'Rourke's net worth is chiefly due to his real estate investments as well as his wife's wealth.