The past week has been marked by a series of controversies, from President Trump's appointments to a dire warning on the Ebola outbreak, and a scathing critique of a Trump-supporting athlete by Joy Behar.
What Happened
President Trump has appointed former Attorney General Pam Bondi to his panel on science and technology, nearly two months after firing her as the head of the Department of Justice. Bondi will serve on the Presidential Council of Advisors on Science and Technology, joining several business and technology leaders.
Meanwhile, ABC pundit Joy Behar slammed New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart for voicing his support of President Trump during an event last week in the Empire State. Behar condemned the professional athlete for "backing a guy like Trump," adding that the president has a "history of discrimination and racism."
Why It Matters
The Ebola outbreak in Congo risks becoming one of the "deadliest on record" if global health groups don't prioritize containing the viral disease, according to the International Rescue Committee (IRC). The outbreak is spreading faster than the response, with over 900 suspected cases documented in Congo and Uganda.
"The outbreak is spreading faster than the response, and if we don't prioritize containing it, we risk seeing one of the deadliest outbreaks on record." — IRC spokesperson
What Experts Say
Texas Tech University is voicing support for a star quarterback who checked himself in to rehab for gambling addiction and is fighting the NCAA for a return to the field this fall. Brendan Sorsby, who the school said has completed an intensive inpatient treatment program for a diagnosed gambling addiction and anxiety disorder, is asking for eligibility to play.
Key Numbers
- **900+: Suspected Ebola cases documented in Congo and Uganda
- **1: Number of Trump-supporting athlete criticized by Joy Behar
Background
The FCC is trying to enforce Section 315 of the Communications Act of 1934, which requires over-the-air broadcast stations to provide equal on-air opportunity for political candidates. But is "The View" a bona fide news program? ABC is playing the victim in an FCC complaint over the show.
What Comes Next
As the Ebola outbreak continues to spread, global health groups must prioritize containing the disease to prevent one of the deadliest outbreaks on record. Meanwhile, President Trump's appointments and controversies will likely continue to dominate the headlines.
Key Facts
- What: Trump appointments, Ebola outbreak, sports scandals
- When: This week
- Impact: Potential for deadliest Ebola outbreak on record, controversy over Trump appointments