Gen Z’s Gender Gap & Pope Francis’ Tomb: Weekend Highlights
The political divide between men and women in America is stark, especially among Gen Z. A new survey shows that while 45% of young men approve of President Trump, only 24% of young women do — a 21-point difference. This gap extends to issues like immigration and Elon Musk’s approval. Overall, Trump’s approval rating among American adults is at 45%, with 55% disapproving.
On “Meet the Press,” Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the Trump administration’s deportation efforts, which included deporting children who are U.S. citizens alongside their mothers. Senator Bernie Sanders faced criticism for using the term “oligarchy” to describe Trump allies, highlighting divisions within the Democratic party.
In other political news, Democrats are divided on their path forward, Republican presidential hopefuls are waiting to see if Trump seeks re-election, and LGBTQ+ events at the Kennedy Center were relocated after Trump fired board members.
Pope Francis’ simple tomb opened to the public, reflecting his humble life. The pontiff’s funeral emphasized his messages of building bridges and helping the poor. Liverpool’s win in the English Premier League tied the club with Manchester United for the most league titles.
In sports news, quarterback Shedeur Sanders expressed gratitude for being drafted by the Cleveland Browns after a surprising slide in the NFL draft. Tragic events in Vancouver, Iran, and Gaza, as well as political developments in Russia and the theft of Secretary Kristi Noem’s purse, also made headlines.
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