Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Anthony Bass issued an apology on Tuesday after posting a video expressing support for a boycott of Target and Bud Light, acknowledging that his words were hurtful to the Pride community. Prior to the game against the Milwaukee Brewers, Bass addressed the media, acknowledging the criticism he faced for sharing a video advocating a Christian boycott of the companies due to their LGBTQ advertising controversy. “I want to make this brief,” Bass stated. “I apologize to my close friends and family who are part of the Pride community for the post I shared yesterday.” Bass disclosed…
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After 30 years of dedicated federal service, Raul Ortiz, the chief of the United States Border Patrol, has announced his retirement. Ortiz shared the news with his employees via email on Tuesday. In his message, he expressed gratitude for the opportunities he had to serve his country and advocate for the American people throughout his 32-year Border Patrol career, which included assignments in various sectors, headquarters tours, and overseas duties in Afghanistan. With confidence, Ortiz stated that he can retire knowing that the Border Patrol has an exceptional workforce, strong relationships with union partners, and outstanding leaders who will continue…
Instead of viewing “sologamy” as an extension of an “auto-sexual” lifestyle, characterized by being sexually attracted to oneself, a progressive news outlet presented it as more closely related to mental well-being and the concept of “self-love.” While the exact number of individuals celebrating sologamy with ceremonies remains unknown, the concept has been discussed in recent news articles, according to CNN. Women who were interviewed described the act of self-marriage as a symbolic expression of self-love and an affirmation of a deep, meaningful relationship with oneself. Contrary to common misconceptions, the BBC highlighted that sologamy has nothing to do with renouncing…
In a stunning development, James Comer, the chairman of the House Oversight Committee, announced plans to hold FBI Director Christopher Wray in contempt of Congress. The reason behind this move is Wray’s repeated refusal to provide an informant file that allegedly implicates President Biden in a $5 million bribery conspiracy. Comer (R-Ky.) expressed disappointment in the FBI’s failure to meet the Tuesday deadline set by the committee. He stated that it is clear the FBI won’t comply with their request and accused them of withholding crucial information from the American public. While Comer plans to discuss the matter further with…
In a surprising turn of events, Bud Light, the world’s leading beer brand, faced its worst week ever with a staggering 25.7% decline in sales, raising concerns about its position in the market. This downward trend marks the sixth consecutive week of declining sales since influencer Dylan Mulvaney endorsed Bud Light on April 1. The prior week had already seen a 24.6% drop in sales. During the week ending on May 20th, sales of Modelo Especial experienced a notable increase of 9.2%, while Bud Light’s sales plummeted significantly, as reported by Bump Williams Consulting and NielsonIQ. The CEO of the…
Chick-fil-A, the well-known chicken sandwich chain that has garnered support from conservatives due to its stance against same-sex marriage, has sparked controversy with the appointment of a new executive overseeing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), leading to calls for a boycott. Following the company’s announcement of Erick McReynolds’ promotion to vice president of DEI, conservative voices took to Twitter to express their outrage, claiming that Chick-fil-A had succumbed to the trend of being “woke.” McReynolds has been with Chick-fil-A since 2007 when he joined the company. According to his LinkedIn profile, he assumed the position of vice president of DEI…
As per Twitter’s guidelines for parody accounts, the mentioned account does not violate any of their criteria. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a Democrat from New York, expressed her frustration with Twitter after a fake account impersonating her gained significant traction and placed blame on the platform’s CEO, Elon Musk. In a post on Tuesday, AOC clarified, “FYI, there’s a fake account on here impersonating me and going viral.” She further implied that Musk, by engaging with the account, was amplifying its visibility and aiding in its dissemination. The account has been spreading misleading policy statements, and AOC and her team are currently…
The arrangement to prevent a U.S. debt default struck by the White House and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) has been opposed by as many as 20 House Republicans. The conservative House Freedom Caucus has led the assault against the compromise, which would suspend the debt limit until January 2025 in exchange for various curbs on spending but is seen as overly watered down by many Republicans. If they continue to be resistant, passage will require support from both parties, even though Republicans have a slim majority in the House. Speaking during a press conference on Tuesday, Republican Representative Scott…
In a shocking incident on Friday, two pro-life protesters were subjected to a vicious attack outside an abortion clinic operated by Planned Parenthood in Baltimore, as reported by CBS News. According to eyewitness accounts, a suspect approached the scene and unleashed a brutal assault on the protesters. The assailant reportedly punched and kicked a 73-year-old man before delivering an “extremely forceful” kick to his face. Subsequently, the attacker proceeded to tackle an 80-year-old male. Disturbed by the violence, concerned individuals immediately contacted the authorities, leading to police intervention at approximately 10:30 a.m. Both victims were promptly transported to a nearby…
Haley Williams, lead vocalist of the band Paramore, has been vocal in her support of transgender youngsters receiving medical treatment. In a recent concert, “Paramore” frontwoman Hayley Williams ripped against her political opponents, declaring potential voters for Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate Ron DeSantis, “You’re f—ing dead to me.” Williams, co-founder of the successful pop-rock group, reportedly used Saturday’s Adjacent Music Festival in Atlantic City, New Jersey, to address her detractors, who have said she does not speak out politically enough online. While taking a break during her band Paramore’s performance, singer Hayley Williams reassured the audience, “I’ll be happy to…
In a bold move on Tuesday, Representative Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) threatened to bring contempt of Congress charges against FBI Director Christopher Wray by calling for a vote on the matter. The standoff between the House Oversight Chairman James Comer (R-KY) and the FBI revolves around a document that is believed to contain allegations of a criminal “bribery” scheme involving President Joe Biden. Over the past few weeks, Comer has been demanding the release of this document, issuing a subpoena with a final deadline set for May 30. During an appearance on Fox News, McCarthy declared, “I am going to notify…
In response to the arrest order filed by Russia on Monday, Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, a Republican, made a bold statement, asserting that he would cooperate with the International Criminal Court (ICC) if Russia does the same. The arrest order from Russia came after Graham publicly accused the country of committing war crimes in Ukraine and praised the United States’ military support to Ukraine as an investment well worth it. These remarks were made during a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Now, Graham is challenging Russia to present its case before the ICC, stating that he would…
The family of Rosalynn Carter, the former first lady, shared the news on Tuesday that she is currently living with dementia. At the age of 95, Rosalynn resides in Georgia alongside her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, who is 98 years old. The Carter Center released a heartfelt statement, highlighting Rosalynn’s significant contributions to mental health advocacy, as they revealed this deeply personal information. The statement emphasized that despite her condition, Rosalynn continues to find joy and contentment in her life at home with her husband. They described her appreciation for the arrival of spring in Plains and the comfort…
If Trump is re-elected in 2024, he has pledged to take immediate action by issuing an executive order that would bring an end to birthright citizenship. This promise forms a crucial part of Trump’s “Agenda 47” campaign, which he unveiled exclusively on Truth Social earlier this week. His objective is to address the issue of “birth tourism” by imposing restrictions on automatic citizenship for children born to undocumented immigrants within the United States. In his campaign video, Trump emphasizes the significance of securing the borders and outlines his plan to sign the executive order on his first day in office…
Pursuing a college degree can turn out to be a huge undertaking. The commitment can take a significant amount of time and effort. In addition to that, college is expensive! The average student spends a whopping $35,551 on education expenses each year. Many students don’t have that kind of cash lying around. This is why federal education grants are so important. Grants are beneficial because they typically don’t need to be paid back. Students that want to reduce how much they spend on college can benefit from various opportunities. In addition to that, grants can reduce a student’s need to…