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Seantors Push for Designation of Mexican Drug Cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations, White House Says 'No' – [your]NEWS
Senators Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) and John Kennedy (R-La.) made a statement about the importance of designating Mexican drug cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) and authorizing the U.S. military to retaliate. The senators argued in their March 8 press briefing that these cartels are responsible for the deaths of thousands of Americans every year and that the United States needs to take drastic action to stop them. “Drug cartels in Mexico have been terrorizing Americans for decades.
DPI Superintendent Catherine Truitt’s Activist Appointee
Marxism Goes to the Top of North Carolina School Administration with Assistant to the Superintendent, Julie Pitman. By: Savannah Hulsey Pointer and Sloan Rachmuth Special Assistant to the Superintendent of the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (DPI) Julie Pittman shows her true colors with her continued support of James E. Ford, the State school board member behind the critical race theory civics overhaul in North Carolina.
Jerry Seinfeld Tells Why He Won't Do Another TV Show And Answers Howard Stern's Questions
Jerry Seinfeld Tells Why He Won't Do Another TV Show And Answers Howard Stern's Questions Legendary comedian and television star Jerry Seinfeld told Howard Stern during a recent interview that he was done doing specials because he doesn't like seeing "old people" on TV. Stern opened the subject by comparing the comedian to Groucho Marx who continued to perform until he appeared frail and feeble.
BET Founder Robert Johnson Says Dems Are Taking Black Voters For Granted Calls For BLM Party
Black Entertainment Television co-founder Robert Johnson believes there’s a lot to be desired from the Democratic party on issues that affect the Black community according to a recent interview. Johnson called out presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden specifically, saying his comments have been problematic and Black Lives Matter should put forward it’s own candidates.
Food Network Host Removes Tweet Aimed At Barron Trump After Harsh Backlash
Food Network host and comedian John Henson caused controversy when he made a comment insinuating that President Donald Trump isn’t really Barron Trump’s dad. According to People, Henson, who hosts Food Network‘s Halloween Baking Championship, ABC‘s Wipeout and E!‘s Talk Soup tweeted on Father’s Day, “I hope Barron gets to spend today with whoever his dad is.” That tweet has since been deleted, but not before grabbing the attention of some who considered Henson’s comments to be a cheap shot.
Activist Shaun King Receives Death Threats After Calling Statues Of Jesus Christ A ‘Form Of White Supremacy’
Progressive activist Shaun King has received multiple death threats after his assertion that images and of Jesus Christ that appear to be caucasian are a form of white supremacy. The author and Black Lives Matter supporter stirred considerable controversy with his comments concerning Christianity that laid blame on numerous churches. King made his comments via Twitter on Monday, saying he thinks the statues of every white European that churches claim is the visage of Jesus should be taken down.
NASCAR Releases Statement Saying Bubba Wallace ‘Was Not The Target Of A Hate Crime’
The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing released a statement on Tuesday, informing fans that the Federal Bureau of Investigation had completed their investigation into the alleged racial incident involving racecar driver Bubba Wallace.
Fox News Guest Paul Batura’s Father’s Day Message To His Three Adopted Sons’ Bio Dads: ‘Well Done’
Fox News guest Paul Batura penned a Father’s Day opinion editorial that read like an open letter to the biological fathers of his three adopted sons, thanking them for making the decision to allow another family to adopt and raise their children. Batura’s piece, which was published on the Fox News site on Sunday, began by acknowledging that many fathers don’t have a large role in adoption, beyond giving their consent to allow the child to be given up.
Donald Trump Warns Of ‘Serious Force’ If Protesters Attempt To Create DC Autonomous Zone
President Donald Trump came out firmly against a District of Columbia autonomous Zone on Tuesday, warning protesters that they would be swiftly dealt with if they attempted to set up in the capital city. “There will never be an ‘Autonomous Zone’ in Washington, D.C., as long as I’m your President,” Trump tweeted on Tuesday morning.
Donald Trump Tells Interviewer That Barack Obama Committed ‘Treason’ During 2016 Presidential Campaign
President Donald Trump said that former President Barack Obama was guilty of treason in a recent interview with the Christian Broadcasting Network. “Treason. Treason. It’s treason,” Trump said in answer to the question about exactly what crimes he believes Obama is guilty of. The president didn’t elaborate further except to point to his earlier concern that his predecessor “spied” on his campaign during their Russia probe.
Jussie Smollett Trends On Twitter After NASCAR Says A Noose Was Found In Bubba Wallace’s Garage
Former Empire actor Jussie Smollett is in the news once again, this time alongside NASCAR driver Bubba Wallace. NASCAR confirmed that Wallace’s crew reported finding a noose in the driver’s garage on Sunday and right-wing activist postulate that the driver put it in place himself, as The Inquisitr previously reported. Wallace, who is NASCAR’s only full-time Black driver, was part of the push to remove the Confederate flag from event centers, a move that was controversial to many.
Secretary Of State Mike Pompeo Makes Sly Jab At John Bolton On Twitter
Secretary Of State Mike Pompeo appeared to be poking fun at former National Security Adviser John Bolton in a recent tweet where he shared a photo of himself appearing to laugh at the news that Bolton had been fired by the White House. Pompeo’s tweet came on a day when Bolton has been firmly in the headlines thanks to his new book about the administration and the release of his first major interview.
John Bolton Lumps Democrats In With President Donald Trump On Partisan Politics
According to former National Security Adviser John Bolton, both the White House and congressional Democrats are a “danger” to the republic due to their constant infighting, according to Fox News. Bolton, who was fired by President Donald Trump, has since written a book about his experience working under the president, and his view of the current administration is less than positive.
Fox News Contributor Paul Batura’s Father’s Day Message To His Three Adopted Sons’ Bio Dads: ‘Well Done’
Fox News contributor Paul Batura penned a Father’s Day opinion editorial that read like an open letter to the biological fathers of his three adopted sons, thanking them for making the decision to allow another family, to adopt and raise their sons. Batura’s piece, which was published on Sunday, began by acknowledging that many fathers don’t have a large role in adoption, beyond giving their consent to allow the child to be given up.
Brett Favre Says Colin Kaepernick’s Will be Remembered As Hero Much Like Fallen Soldier Pat Tillman
Former National Football League quarterback Brett Favre told TMZ Sports that he believes Colin Kaepernick will be remembered as a hero like the late Pat Tillman. Favre said that the former San Francisco 49ers backup quarterback should be commended for his willingness to give up his career for social justice. The former Green Bay Packers star said that he believes Kaepernick will go down in football history as a legend due more to the time he hasn’t played, than the time that he has.
Brian Stelter Interviews ‘Tik Tok Grandma’ Thought Responsible For The Low Attendance At Donald Trump’s Rally
CNN‘s Brian Stelter interviewed Mary Jo Laupp, the originator of a video that encouraged people to reserve tickets to the Trump campaign rally in Tulsa, Oklahoma on Saturday, and then not show up. According to Stelter, that video was shared thousands of times and viewed hundreds of thousands of times.
NYPD Reportedly Planning A July 4 Strike To Show City What A Day Without Police Would Look Like
Messages circulating around the New York City Police Department are encouraging officers to call in sick on July 4 in an effort to protest to the anti-police sentiments surging through the city, according to The New York Post. Police have had their resources and training tested as demonstrations protesting the death of George Floyd have hit cities across the nation.
Tom Petty’s Estate Issues Scathing Retort To The Trump Campaign’s Use Of Petty’s Song
Family of the late singer Tom Petty issued a response to President Donald Trump’s campaign rally just hours after it got underway, calling out the president for the use of Petty’s song, I Won’t Back Down. The singer, who died in 2017, reportedly wrote the song for “the underdog” and they don’t consider the president’s campaign to fit the bill.
Democratic Strategist Explains Why The 2020 Presidential Election Might Come Down To What Women Want
Veteran Fox News contributor Leslie Marshall explained in a recent opinion editorial why she believes women could decide the November presidential election in favor of Joe Biden. In her explanation, which was published on Saturday, the Democratic Strategist said there is something even more important in recent polling data than just who is ahead and who is behind. Marshall cited polls that show Biden with a double-digit lead, some say up to 15 points.
Nancy Pelosi’s COVID-19 Precautions Have Caused A Major Boom For One Virginia Boutique
One Alexandria, Virginia clothing boutique owner, Chris Lewis, owes much of his new business to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi who put his store on the map, due to the face masks she’s purchased from him. Pelosi has been seen numerous times in photographs, press conferences, and television interviews while wearing masks that coordinate with her outfit. According to CNN, those masks are from the boutique, Donna Lewis in Alexandria.
House Judiciary Committee Opening New Investigation Into Trump Administration
The House Judiciary Committee with Chairman, with Jerrold Nadler at the helm, has announced that they plan to “immediately open an investigation” into the Trump administration’s attempted firing of United States Attorney Geoffrey S. Berman, according to the Judiciary Committee’s chairman’s press release.
Muhammad Ali’s Son Describes What His Dad Would Have Thought Of Donald Trump & BLM
"My father would have said, ‘They ain’t nothing but devils.'" Muhammad Ali Jr., son of world heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali, said he thinks his dad would have stood against the Black Lives Matter movement and for President Donald Trump. According to The New York Post, Ali Jr. called Black Lives Matter, “racist” and the protesters “devils.” “Don’t bust up s–t, don’t trash the place. You can peacefully protest,” he said during his hour-long interview with The Post.
Attorney General Bill Barr Sides With Donald Trump On Concern About Mail-In Voting
Attorney General Bill Barr sided with the White House when he said that he’s concerned not only about the censorship of information but about a public loss of faith in the election process and voter fraud going into the November election. Barr made his comments to Fox Business anchor Maria Bartiromo in an interview that will air in its entirety on Sunday.
Colorado Gov Jared Polis Signs Police Reform Ends Immunity For Officers & Bans Controversial Police Tactics
Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed a police reform bill into law on Friday that would end qualified immunity for officers and put a ban on several controversial police tactics, including chokeholds according to The Hill the law comes after weeks of demonstrations in protest of the death of George Floyd, an unarmed 46-year-old African American man who died while in police custody in late May.
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee Signs ‘Strongest Pro-Life Law’ In State History
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced he will sign a bill into law that puts a ban on any abortions being performed after a heartbeat can be detected, according to Fox 17 Nashville. The heartbeat of an unborn child can usually be detected at about six weeks into the 40-week gestational period, which is often before a woman is aware they are pregnant. That fact alone puts this pro-life law in a position to block the majority of abortions that would have been performed under the earlier laws.
Donald Trump Mocks Joe Biden Over Philadelphia Area Campaign Event
President Donald Trump poked fun at presumed Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden on Twitter. The president shared a photo from a Philadelphia area campaign stop which showed guests in chairs with white circles on the floor around them. The chairs were placed in the same configuration used by some organizations looking to adhere to social distancing guidelines. The president, however, appeared to find the gathering humorous and mocked the lack of enthusiasm portrayed in the photo.
Chick-fil-a CEO Dan Cathy Symbolically Shined Shoes Of Fellow Panelist To Help Combat Racism
Chick-fil-a Chief Executive Officer Dan Cathy addressed racism head-on while speaking with several religious leaders just days ago, saying that Christians can help heal the racism in the United States by looking to see who they can serve.
NYPD Planning A Holiday Strike To Show City What A Day Without Police Would Look Like
Messages circulating around the New York City Police Department are encouraging officers to call in sick on July 4, as a way to protest to the anti-police sentiments surging through the city, according to The New York Post. Police have had their resources and training tested as demonstrations protesting the death of George Floyd have hit every major city in the nation.
Video Shows Chick-fil-a CEO Dan Cathy Washes Feet Of Fellow Panelist To Help Combat Racism
Chick-fil-a Chief Executive Officer Dan Cathy addressed racism head-on while speaking with several religious leaders just days ago, saying that Christians can help heal the racism in the United States by looking to see who they can serve.
Senate Republicans Break From Donald Trump On Trillion Dollar Pre-Election Infrastructure Bill
President Donald Trump has received resistance from his own party members in the face of a $1 trillion infrastructure spending bill, due to the longterm impact it will have on the national deficit, according to The Hill. The president’s election-year push for a bill that would infuse the economy with hundreds of billions of dollars comes as he is seeking to run on his record of a strong economy, despite the COVID-19 impact.
Senate Republicans Break From Donald Trump On Trillion Dollar Pre-Election Pet Project
President Donald Trump has received resistance from his own party members in the face of a $1 trillion infrastructure spending bill, due to the longterm impact it will have on the national deficit, according to The Hill. The president’s election-year push for a bill that would infuse the economy with hundreds of billions of dollars comes as he is seeking to run on his record of a strong economy, even despite the COVID-19 impact.
Admin Official Likens John Bolton’s Memoir To ‘Revenge Porn’ Against The President That Fired Him
President Donald Trump’s adviser, Peter Navarro weighed in on former National Security Adviser John Bolton’s forthcoming book, saying that it was tantamount to “revenge porn” and accusing the former administration official of just looking to “make a buck.” “This is deep swamp revenge porn,” Navarro said while being interviewed on Fox News.
Bruce Springsteen Lashes Out At Donald Trump Ranting About The President’s COVID-19 Response
Singer Bruce Springsteen lashed out at President Donald Trump during a recent radio broadcast telling the president to “put on a f***ing mask,” in order to protect himself and others from COVID-19. The musician was guest DJ for the latest episode of From My Home to Yours, a SiriusXM program where the musician cited the coronavirus death toll and placed the blame on Trump for his response to the illness.
Danny Masterson Charged With 3 Counts Of Rape, Faces 45 Years To Life In Prison If Convicted
Actor Danny Masterson has been charged with three counts of forcible rape, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office. Masterson is known for his roles as Steven Hyde in That ’70s Show and Jameson “Rooster” Bennett in The Ranch. Masterson, 44, is accused of raping a 23-year-old unnamed woman between January and December of 2001, according to a complaint filed against him.
GOP Operatives Betray Donald Trump Pushing Republicans To Support Joe Biden With Super PAC
Several high profile republican operatives are launching a super PAC which is aimed at turning Republicans vote toward the Democratic nominee, Joe Biden. The PAC’s website states that they are targeting “former Trump supporters” in an effort to harness their power to “help Joe Biden win and heal America.” According to a report in Axios, organizers of the event told them that there are prominent Republicans from the Trump and George W.
Nancy Pelosi Slams Donald Trump’s Decision On Chokeholds Saying ‘It’s A Lynching’
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi called out President Donald Trump for an executive order that did not include an across the board ban on chokeholds used by police. Trump was prompted to take action on police reform after weeks of protests and riots over the death of George Floyd, a 46-year-old unarmed African American man who died in police custody.
Seattle Black Clergy Members Join Donald Trump In Blaming Mayor Jenny Durkan And Lend Support To Police Chief
African American clergy with churches in Seattle have come out in support of Police Chief Carmen Best and put blame on Mayor Jenny Durkan in the aftermath of the east precinct being taken over by protesters. Demonstrators protesting the death of George Floyd, an unarmed African American man who died in police custody, took their frustration to a new level when they claimed a portion of the area of city of Seattle known as Capitol Hill.
Mike Pence Calls ‘Panic’ Over Second Wave Of Coronavirus ‘Overblown’
Vice President Mike Pence penned an opinion editorial published on Tuesday about his belief that the “panic” over the potential next wave of coronavirus outbreak. Pence’s editorial appeared in the Wall Street Journal as well as on the White House’s website where Pence lauded the leadership of President Donald Trump and his administration, saying that it was through his “courage and compassion” that our healthcare system is even stronger now than it was before the worldwide pandemic.
John Bolton Braces For Lawsuit By Administration Over Unredacted Tell All Book Release
Former Trump administration National Security Adviser John Bolton will likely be the subject of a lawsuit by his former employer over the information contained in a soon-to-be-released tell-all book about his time in the White House. ABC News reported information from individuals close to the situation, who told the network that Bolton should expect to see a suit in federal court aimed at stopping the release of the book as is.
CNN Columnist Pushes Back Against Narrative That Republicans Are Divided On Donald Trump In Blistering Op-Ed
CNN political analyst Julian Zelizer penned an opinion editorial, warning Democrats not to depend on division among Republicans on the subject of President Donald Trump. Zelizer, who is a professor of history and public affairs at Princeton University, saw his Op-Ed published on Sunday after a week of news about Republicans who have called into question their loyalty to the president of the United States.
Walmart Beef Recall Details Released - Possible E. Coli Contamination
Almost 43,000 pounds of ground beef, including a brand sold at Walmart stores, has been recalled due to the possibility of E. coli contamination, according to USA Today. According to The Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service, Lakeside Refrigerated Services of Swedesboro, New Jersey recalled select products sold under their brand names which were produced on June 1.
CNN’s Brian Stelter Calls Out Donald Trump For Using His Platform To Attack Private Companies
CNN‘s Brian Stelter penned an opinion editorial in which he called out President Donald Trump for using his social media and presidential platform to attack private companies. The opinion piece, which was published on his network on Sunday, used Trump’s recent tweet which encouraged his followers to drop Comcast, as an example of “an egregious use of his presidential platform to hurt an American business.” Concast is known for its terrible service.
CNN’s Brian Stelter Takes On Trump Campaign Attorney Who Called CNN Poll ‘Misleading Junk Science’
CNN‘s Brian Stelter interviewed Jenna Ellis, the Trump administration attorney whose signature was on the cease and desist letter sent to his network over a controversial poll. Stelter introduced Ellis, showing that she was the legal adviser who instructed his network to retract their poll, which showed President Donald Trump trailing competitor Joe Biden by 14 points.
Housing Sec. Ben Carson On Donald Trump Saying He Has Done The Most For African Americans Since Lincoln
Trump administration Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Ben Carson said on Sunday that he didn’t believe arguing over President Donald Trump’s recent claim about what he has done for the Black community “is not productive.” Carson’s comments came in the form of an interview with ABC This Week host George Stephanopoulos on whether he stood behind the president’s recent claim that he had done the most for African Americans since President Abraham Lincoln.
Celebrities ‘I Take Responsibility’ PSA Video Addressing White Privilege Met With Harsh Criticism
A newly released public service announcement that features some of the hottest names in Hollywood showed the rich and powerful taking responsibility for their white privilege. The seemingly well-meaning video showed big names like Sarah Paulson, Aaron Paul, Kesha, Justin Theroux, Debra Messing, Bryce Dallas Howard offering heartfelt promises to be more mindful of what they could do to promote racial equality.
Video Shows Seattle ‘CHAZ’ Protester Urging White Attendees To Give Cash To Black Protesters
Protesters in the newly formed Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone of Seattle, Washington were videoed encouraging the white protesters to find their African American counterparts and give them $10 before leaving the ongoing protest. The video, which was uploaded on Saturday, shows a speaker addressing a crowed formed in CHAZ, informing his fellow demonstrators that only those who are willing to make monetary reparations for past hurts toward people of color were the ones welcomed in the zone.
Celtics Legend Bill Russell Continues His Rebuke Of Donald Trump In A Scathing Series Of Tweets
Former National Basketball Association star Bill Russell has continued his criticism of President Donald Trump’s comments on race, calling out the president for his Saturday remarks about racial issues addressed by his administration. Russell cited the president’s remarks from earlier in the week where he said that he has done more for African Americans than almost any president in American history.
Republican Senator Susan Collins Denounces Donald Trump’s LGBT Healthcare Changes
Republican Senator Susan Collins of Maine promised to work to overturnPresident Donald Trump’s reversal of LGBT patients’ protections in the Affordable Care Act, according to The Hill. The senator spoke up after news broke on Friday that the Department of Health and Human Services would interpret sex discrimination based on “the plain meaning of the word ‘sex’ as male or female and as determined by biology.” Collins tweeted her promise to fight the change just a day after it was announced.
White House Advisers Reportedly Clashing On How The Administration Should Respond To Black Lives Matter
According to an investigative report by NBC News, White House staffers are clashing over the way the administration should treat the Black Lives Matter movement in the wake of the death of George Floyd. BLM has been the driving force behind national protests following Floyd’s death while in police custody. The movement, whose protests have at times devolved into riots and looting, have demanded that police reform take place in cities across the United States.
Starbucks Teaming Up With Black Partner Network To Make Custom BLM Shirts After Dramatic Policy Reversal
The Starbucks Corporation has not only reversed their earlier policy which banned employees from wearing Black Lives Matter clothing, they’re not working with designers to create custom shirts for their workers. According to a report in The Los Angeles Times, the shirts, which are designed by the Black Partner Network, will be considered acceptable workplace attire for their employees nationwide.
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