A planned social-media summit at the White House today will feature traditional conservatives voices but also is expected to attract some far-right promoters of fringe conspiracy theories and misinformation. Among those boasting of invitations are Bill Mitchell, a radio host who advanced the bizarre QAnon conspiracy theory, and activist Ali Alexander, who attempted to smear Sen. Kamala Harris using inflammatory rhetoric questioning whether she is an “American black." [CNN]
Topping the news: Utah political leaders call for unity and civility in the wake of an inland port protest that grew violent. But Gov. Gary Herbert and Mayor Jackie Biskupski hold separate news conferences because of continuing disagreements about the project.