Tag: 2020 United States presidential election

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Face-to-Face Encounters Trump Digital Networks in Predicting Election Outcomes, Research Reveals

Physical co-location patterns predict county-level voting behavior with remarkable 97% accuracy, according to new research. The findings challenge assumptions about digital networks’ political influence and highlight the enduring power of real-world interactions. Offline social ties demonstrated stronger effects on individual voter choices than online connections.

Groundbreaking Study Reveals Physical Interactions Outperform Digital Networks

Real-world social encounters predict voting patterns with significantly greater accuracy than online social networks or residential proximity, according to a new study published in PNAS Nexus. The research, conducted by Michele Tizzoni and colleagues, analyzed massive-scale co-location data from Meta’s Data for Good program, which collects anonymized location information from Facebook users who enabled location services.

by Natalie Brooks
GovernmentPolicy

Trump Administration to Repatriate Survivors of Caribbean Anti-Drug Operation Following Vessel Strike

The Trump administration plans to send two survivors of a military strike on a suspected drug-carrying vessel back to Ecuador and Colombia. President Trump confirmed the operation destroyed what he described as a “large drug-carrying submarine” transporting fentanyl toward the United States.

Survivors to Face Prosecution in Home Countries

Two survivors rescued after a U.S. military strike action on a suspected narcotics submarine in the Caribbean will be repatriated to their home countries of Ecuador and Colombia, according to statements from President Donald Trump. The decision avoids potential legal complications regarding their status within the United States justice system, with the administration opting to have the individuals face detention and prosecution in their native jurisdictions.

by Darren Holt
GovernmentPolicy

Former Industry Lobbyist Set to Lead EPA Chemical Safety Division, Prompting Health Concerns

Douglas Troutman’s expected confirmation would mean the top four positions in EPA’s chemical safety division are held by former industry lobbyists. Environmental advocates warn this could reverse recent progress on toxic chemical protections and endanger public health.

Industry Backgrounds Dominate EPA Chemical Safety Leadership

The U.S. Senate is reportedly preparing to confirm Douglas Troutman, a current industry lobbyist, to lead the Environmental Protection Agency’s chemical safety and pollution prevention office, according to sources familiar with the nomination process. If confirmed, analysts suggest this would mean all four top positions in the agency’s toxics office would be held by former chemical industry lobbyists, raising significant concerns among public health advocates.

by Darren Holt
BusinessTelecom

AT&T Announces Another Monthly Internet Rate Increase for 2025

AT&T home internet customers face another monthly rate increase as the telecommunications giant confirms a $5 price hike effective December 2025. This marks the third consecutive year of increases, following similar hikes in 2023 and 2024 according to industry reports.

AT&T Implements Third Consecutive Internet Price Increase

AT&T customers will see their monthly internet bills rise by $5 starting December 2025, according to reports from multiple sources. This marks the third consecutive year that the telecommunications company has implemented similar price increases, with previous hikes occurring in 2023 and 2024 according to industry analysts.

by Natalie Brooks
BusinessTelecom

AT&T Announces Third Consecutive Annual Internet Price Increase

AT&T customers face another round of internet price increases as the telecommunications giant confirms a $5 monthly rate hike set for December 2025. This marks the third consecutive year the company has implemented similar increases, according to industry reports. Subscribers are being notified via email and encouraged to explore discount options to offset the rising costs.

AT&T Implements Third Consecutive Annual Internet Price Increase

AT&T customers are facing another round of price increases as the telecommunications company confirms a $5 monthly rate hike for home internet services effective December 1, 2025, according to reports. This marks the third consecutive year that AT&T has implemented similar increases, with previous $5 hikes occurring in both 2023 and 2024, sources indicate.

by Natalie Brooks