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Thirteen U.S. Service Members Killed in Iran Conflict as VA Mental Health Care Faces Staffing Crisis

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Thirteen U.S. Service Members Killed in Iran Conflict as VA Mental Health Care Faces Staffing Crisis

By News Masher on March 13, 2026

Since the conflict with Iran began in late February, 13 American service members from diverse backgrounds have died, including six from a U.S. Army Reserve unit in Iowa and others in incidents across the Middle East. Among the fallen are Capt. Cody A. Khork of Florida, Sgt. Nicole M. Amor of Minnesota, and Sgt. Declan J. Coady of Iowa, each honored for their service and sacrifice by family and local officials. Separately, a ProPublica investigation reveals ongoing challenges in the Department of Veterans Affairs mental health system, with significant staff reductions and increased difficulties for veterans seeking consistent care despite the administration’s claims of improvement.

Survey Reveals 85% View Elon Musk’s Political Involvement as Harmful to Business, Raising Concerns for Tesla’s Future

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Survey Reveals 85% View Elon Musk’s Political Involvement as Harmful to Business, Raising Concerns for Tesla’s Future

By News Masher on March 12, 2025

A recent survey indicates that a significant majority of participants believe Elon Musk's political involvement negatively impacts business fundamentals, with 85% expressing concerns about his activities. Leland Dudek, acting commissioner of the Social Security Administration, has also voiced apprehensions about the potential consequences of Musk's political endeavors on governmental stability. These concerns coincide with a challenging period for Tesla, as a Morgan Stanley survey reveals that over 80% of respondents think Musk's political activities are harming Tesla's business, contributing to a nearly 40% drop in the company's stock this year.

White House Files Complaint Against Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito for Interview with Wall Street Journal

White House Files Complaint Against Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito for Interview with Wall Street Journal

By News Masher on September 5, 2023

The White House has filed a complaint against Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito for his involvement in an interview with The Wall Street Journal, in which he stated that Congress does not have the authority to impose ethics rules on the Supreme Court. In response, Democratic Senator Sheldon Whitehouse has sent a letter to Chief Justice John Roberts, accusing Alito of obstructing a congressional investigation and demanding action. The White House's complaint is the latest in a series of attempts to hold the Supreme Court accountable for its actions.

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas Discloses Trips Paid for by Billionaire Friend in Annual Financial Disclosure Report

By News Masher on August 31, 2023

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has disclosed trips paid for by his friend, billionaire Harlan Crow, in his annual financial disclosure report. This has renewed focus on judicial ethics, as it is the first disclosure form filed by the justice since he came under scrutiny for his relationship with the Texas developer. The remaining seven justices have filed their 2022 reports, but it is unclear if any of them have had similar trips paid for by outside sources.

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito’s Luxury Fishing Trip Raises Questions About Ethics and Influence of Wealthy Individuals

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Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito’s Luxury Fishing Trip Raises Questions About Ethics and Influence of Wealthy Individuals

By News Masher on June 23, 2023

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has been accused of ethical misconduct after taking a luxury fishing trip to Alaska in 2008 aboard a private jet chartered by a hedge fund billionaire. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse of Rhode Island has called the situation a "real mess" and Alito preemptively wrote an article in The Wall Street Journal defending himself against the allegations. This has sparked a debate about the ethical standards of Supreme Court Justices and the potential for conflicts of interest.

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito Defends Himself in Wall Street Journal Op-Ed Ahead of ProPublica Investigation

By News Masher on June 21, 2023

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has published a commentary in The Wall Street Journal defending himself from questions about his ethical conduct raised in an upcoming article by ProPublica. Alito claims he had recused himself from cases involving entities connected to hedge fund founder Paul Singer and reported gifts on his financial disclosure forms. ProPublica is expected to publish its investigation into Alito’s ethical conduct later today, raising questions about the accuracy of Alito’s claims.

Supreme Court Financial Disclosure Reports to Shed Light on Gifts Given to Justices

By News Masher on June 7, 2023

This article discusses the upcoming release of the Supreme Court's annual financial disclosure reports, which come after senators sought to question a billionaire about lavish gifts he gave to a Supreme Court Justice. The senators have indicated that they are considering taking action against the billionaire and the Justice, and the financial disclosure reports will provide more information for them to consider.

Intuit Agrees to Pay $141 Million to Settle Multistate Lawsuit Over Deceptive Advertising Practices

By News Masher on May 5, 2023

Intuit, the parent company of TurboTax, has agreed to pay $141 million to settle a multistate lawsuit over deceptive advertising practices. Consumers who were eligible for the IRS Free File program but were instead charged a fee to file their tax returns with TurboTax will receive restitution and relief as part of the settlement. Intuit must also suspend its "free, free, free" ad campaign and pay $11 million to the states that participated in the lawsuit.

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