Republican mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa is under mounting pressure to withdraw from the 2025 New York City mayoral race, as critics highlight several past controversies. Former campaign incidents resurfacing include staged crime-fighting stunts in 1992, loss of tax-exempt status for his group, and remarks targeting Orthodox Jewish communities. There is also mention of a settled child-support lawsuit linked to his personal life. Party leaders warn that Sliwa’s continued candidacy may split conservative votes and potentially hand the election to progressive rival Zohran Mamdani. Despite these calls to step aside, Sliwa remains defiant, refusing to drop out and defending his record of public-safety…
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A targeted immigration enforcement operation in South Los Angeles resulted in injuries to a US Marshal and a suspect. The incident occurred during a traffic stop early Tuesday morning, when federal officers say the suspect attempted to evade arrest by ramming law-enforcement vehicles. According to statements from the Department of Homeland Security, the suspect—an undocumented individual who had previously escaped custody—was fired upon after officers deemed his actions a threat to public safety. The suspect was struck in the elbow, while a U.S. Marshal was hit in the hand by a ricochet bullet; both were treated at the hospital and…
Former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre reveals in her upcoming memoir that she became the target of an internal campaign to remove her from her position—allegedly spearheaded by senior adviser Anita Dunn. Jean-Pierre claims the conflict began in October 2023 after she challenged Dunn’s instructions not to accompany President Biden on a key overseas trip. In the book, Jean-Pierre describes Dunn as admonishing her with remarks about her gender and motherhood, saying, “You’re a woman … you’re a mother,” when dismissing her travel request. Jean-Pierre asserts the confrontation was emblematic of deeper tensions over diversity and power within the…
Ukrainian military sources report that approximately 5,000 Russian soldiers have been stranded on a cluster of small islands in the Dnipro River, facing starvation and deteriorating conditions as supply routes have been completely severed. The soldiers, cut off after Ukrainian forces gained control of nearby positions, are said to be suffering from hunger, exhaustion, and disease. Ukrainian commanders claim that the isolated troops are unable to receive food, ammunition, or reinforcements, leaving them in what has been described as “floating death zones.” Satellite imagery and drone footage reportedly confirm that multiple Russian encampments remain surrounded, with Ukrainian artillery targeting any…
A previously convicted January 6 attacker, who received a pardon from President Trump, has been taken into custody after allegedly sending text messages threatening the life of House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. The individual, identified as Christopher P. Moynihan, 34, from Clinton, New York, was charged with making terroristic threats after communications surfaced expressing intent to kill Jeffries during a scheduled New York appearance. Moynihan’s prior involvement in the Capitol Riot included breaching security barriers, entering the Senate chamber, and obstructing Congress’s certification of the 2020 election. After being convicted and sentenced to 21 months in prison in 2022, Moynihan…
A sharp editorial by journalist Maureen Callahan claims that Meghan Markle has reached “a trashy new low” and alleges that Prince William has begun orchestrating a looming “ultimate humiliation.” The commentary suggests that Meghan’s recent actions mirror the image of a high-profile celebrity brand, rather than a working royal. Callahan writes that Markle’s shift toward celebrity-style platforms and commercial ventures signals a departure from traditional royal expectations. She points to lingering tensions stemming from the earlier handling of the Sussexes’ roles within the British Royal Family and notes that William, now heir to the throne, may be preparing for a stronger response once…
A 23-year-old Florida man, identified as Jacoby Tillman, was released on a $9,500 bond after being charged with first-degree attempted murder and attempted sexual battery following a brutal attack on a woman jogging along a trail near Orlando. Court records reveal that Tillman is facing at least four open felony cases stemming from incidents dating back to 2021, including robbery and violent battery convictions. Documents show that during his bond hearing, prosecutors urged that Tillman remain jailed, citing his extensive violent-crime history and what they described as a dangerous escalation in behavior. Investigators say the latest incident occurred on the…
President Trump warned the militant group Hamas this week that if it fails to comply with the terms of the Gaza cease-fire, a coalition of Middle Eastern allies stands ready to intervene with overwhelming force. During a post on his platform, Trump thanked regional partners who offered military support, stating that the moment of truth had arrived: “If they do not do what is right, an end to Hamas will be fast, furious & brutal.” While stressing a preference for diplomacy, the president made clear the patience of the United States and its partners is limited. Trump called on Hamas…
Illinois State University has terminated the teaching assistant position of graduate student Derek Lopez following a video showing him overturning a display table belonging to Turning Point USA and tearing down flyers on campus. The incident occurred on the university quad, where the student chapter of Turning Point USA was promoting a forthcoming event. In the footage, Lopez is seen telling a bystander, “Well, you know, Jesus did it, so you know I’ve got to do it, right?” before flipping the table and dismissively waving as he departed. University officials confirmed that while personnel matters remain confidential, Lopez has been relieved…
Kim Kardashian’s 12-year-old daughter, North West, shared videos showcasing a bold, stylized makeover—complete with fake facial tattoos, a faux septum ring, pastel-blue braids, colored contacts, and a black grill. The TikTok posts also captured her backstage at a concert and boarding a private jet with friends, though comments were disabled. North accompanied the posts with the caption “Fake piercings and fake tatts 4 life,” clarifying the alterations were temporary. The look comes after public scrutiny of an earlier wardrobe choice during a family trip to Rome, when she wore a corset and platform boots while her mother, Kim, acknowledged making…
Nationwide “No Kings” rallies, held in over 2,600 locations and attracting millions, were increasingly marked by aggressive imagery and violent language, raising concerns amid what were otherwise large-scale demonstrations against perceived authoritarianism. Videos captured during the events show protestors brandishing signs equating federal immigration agents with fascists and, in Chicago, a man publicly called for ICE agents to be “shot” and “wiped out,” prompting demands for a Justice Department investigation. In San Antonio, councilwoman Misty Spears condemned widespread graffiti tied to the protests—slogans like “No King” and “Trump Sucks,” painted on churches and private property—calling the vandalism “divisive” and harmful…
A Texas-based couple has been arrested on felony child-neglect charges after authorities say they left their 6-month-old daughter unattended under a beach tent while they walked the shoreline with their three older children. The incident unfolded at Miramar Beach, Florida, where witnesses alerted security upon noticing the baby alone for nearly an hour. Deputies report the parents admitted to placing the infant down for a nap and departing with the older siblings, claiming they “lost track of time.” When checked by first responders, the baby was unharmed and not in distress, though the family’s other children were temporarily placed in…
Former President Joe Biden completed a several-week course of radiation therapy on Monday at Penn Medicine Radiation Oncology in Philadelphia, his office confirmed. The 82-year-old was diagnosed in May with a Gleason score-9 prostate cancer that had already spread to his bones, making it a high-risk form of the disease. Following a previously announced schedule of hormone treatment and surgery to remove skin cancer lesions, Biden took part in the tradition of ringing a silver bell at the clinic to mark the completion of his radiation phase. His daughter, Ashley, shared the moment on Instagram and thanked the medical team…
The House Judiciary Committee has formally referred former CIA Director John Brennan to the Department of Justice for possible criminal prosecution, alleging that he made false statements during his 2023 testimony about the agency’s handling of intelligence linked to the 2016 election. According to the committee’s letter, chaired by Rep. Jim Jordan, Brennan is accused of misleading lawmakers about the CIA’s involvement in compiling the 2017 Intelligence Community Assessment, which included material later connected to the controversial Steele dossier. The committee claims that newly declassified evidence contradicts portions of Brennan’s sworn testimony, suggesting that the former intelligence chief may have…
Republican lawmakers are advancing efforts to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, even as they push back against Democratic attempts to link the measure to government funding negotiations. The move underscores the GOP’s strategy to separate health care policy from the ongoing budget standoff that has kept federal operations partially shuttered for over two weeks. House Republicans, led by several moderate members, argue that the premium tax credits established under the ACA remain essential for millions of Americans facing rising insurance costs. In a joint letter, a group of GOP representatives called for immediate action to prevent price hikes and…