At 27, Karoline Leavitt becomes the youngest US press secretary in modern history under President Trump’s second term. Leavitt started in politics from her family’s business background, gaining experience from Fox News and Trump’s 2016 campaign. Trump commended her smart, tough communication skills. Married with a son, Nicholas, Leavitt begins her new role with optimism.

Vivian Wilson, estranged daughter of Elon Musk, addressed accusations of her father’s alleged ‘Nazi salute.’ Critics liken Musk’s gesture during a Trump rally to fascist salutes. Musk denies the claims, calling them baseless. Wilson cryptically suggested the act was deliberate, emphasizing plausible deniability. Musk also criticized Wikipedia for referencing the controversial gesture.

Meta offers TikTok creators financial incentives, longer Reels video durations, and new editing tools to entice them to Instagram and Facebook amidst TikTok’s uncertainty in the US. Despite potential resistance due to Meta’s perceived political affiliations, financial rewards may sway creators’ and followers’ platform choices.

President Donald Trump revoked a 60-year-old executive order prohibiting discrimination in federal hiring and contracting, eliminating references to diversity, equity, and inclusion. His actions also included mandating the removal of DEI personnel and directing the FAA to stop diversity-focused hiring practices, arguing these measures compromise efficiency and safety.

Wikipedia’s Jimmy Wales and Tesla’s Elon Musk clashed over Musk’s controversial hand gesture at Trump’s inauguration, compared to a Nazi salute. Musk labeled Wikipedia an extension of ‘legacy media propaganda,’ while Wales defended the platform, asserting that the reported facts were accurate. Musk’s accusation led Wales to highlight Wikipedia’s non-profit nature and commitment to truth.