Quick Bytes
- Russian Patriarch Kirill supports Putin’s self-election as president.
- Memorial Day weekend expected to see congested highways and airports.
- RFK Jr. emphasizes the active defense of the Bill of Rights for freedom.
- Biden administration cancels student debt for over 160,000 borrowers.
Key News Highlights
Recent statements and actions by influential figures and the government have sparked public interest and debate.
Following Vladimir Putin’s inauguration on May 7, Patriarch Kirill of the Russian Orthodox Church publicly endorsed Putin’s leadership, aligning the church’s influence with the political status quo. As the Memorial Day weekend approaches, travelers are being advised to prepare for heavy traffic and potential delays at airports, indicating a busy holiday period. In the realm of civil rights, RFK Jr. has made a poignant remark about the necessity of actively upholding the Bill of Rights to ensure the preservation of freedom, rather than relying on the document’s mere existence. Meanwhile, the Biden administration has taken a significant step in addressing student loan debt by canceling the debt of more than 160,000 borrowers, providing financial relief to a substantial number of individuals.
Read the full article on the Patriarch’s endorsement of Putin
Image Credits
- Getty Images: Vladimir Putin’s official portrait.