Former Biden press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre has criticized the Democratic Party in her new memoir, stating she believed President Biden was betrayed in the 2024 election despite his extensive public service, according to a Fox News report on October 20th, 2025. Jean-Pierre's remarks suggest a perceived lack of support for President Biden within his own party during the election cycle. The details of her criticisms were highlighted in a Fox News report referencing her newly released memoir. In separate developments, a New York Times report from October 19th, 2025, detailed an incident involving a U.S. Marine Corps training exercise on Interstate 5 in California. The report, cited on X by the account @RapidResponse47, indicated that live ordnance detonated prematurely, striking a vehicle on a closed portion of the highway. This event has led to calls for an apology to Californians and Americans. The federal government shutdown continues for its 20th day, with ongoing debates in Congress regarding funding legislation. Previous reports from Semafor indicated that House Republicans were scheduled to hold a call to discuss their strategy, while Democrats are focused on preventing increased premiums for Americans. Separately, divisions within the Trump administration regarding Ukraine policy have been reported. Amidst these political events, tax-exempt issue-advocacy organizations could see an increase in their ability to engage in electioneering activities, pending a federal court ruling. The Dispatch reported on October 20th, 2025, that this ruling could significantly empower groups that do not disclose their donors to participate more substantially in elections.
