Day: June 8, 2025

Ukraine crushes Putin’s bombers, but can China and Russia do the same to the US?Ukraine crushes Putin’s bombers, but can China and Russia do the same to the US?

With Operation Spider’s Web, Ukraine inflicted the worst attack on Russian air power since World War II. The final damage is yet to be determined, but one tally is nine Tu-95s and three Tu-22M3 bombers gone, along with an A-50 “Mainstay” radar plane and an unlucky An-22 transport plane.   Whatever the final count, the […] ...

GREGG JARRETT: Biden, the ‘marionette president’ and the case of the runaway autopenGREGG JARRETT: Biden, the ‘marionette president’ and the case of the runaway autopen

There is mounting evidence that Joe Biden was president in name only during much of his time in office. In his stead, a cabal of top White House staffers appears to have secretly operated a de facto presidency, making crucial decisions without a shred of constitutional authority.   If proven true, it would call into question […] ...

DAVID MARCUS: Why Navy ships should not be named for gay rights iconsDAVID MARCUS: Why Navy ships should not be named for gay rights icons

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth kicked off Pride month this year with a shot across the bow of wokeness, as his plan to rechristen a Navy ship honoring gay rights icon Harvey Milk has emerged. Milk was one of the first openly gay elected officials in the country as a member of the San Francisco […] ...

Sanctuary cities forced to comply with federal immigration rules due to innovative programSanctuary cities forced to comply with federal immigration rules due to innovative program

Sanctuary cities’ runaround of the law may have finally come to an end, thanks to a creative program called Operation Guardian Angel. Launched by Bill Essayli, the new U.S. attorney for the Central District of California, this commonsense approach to force scofflaw sanctuary cities to cooperate with—and stop obstructing—federal immigration authorities should be copied by U.S. attorneys […] ...

MARK HALPERIN: Democrats try to construct a Frankenstein candidate while JD Vance gains momentum for 2028MARK HALPERIN: Democrats try to construct a Frankenstein candidate while JD Vance gains momentum for 2028

There are two truths about presidential candidates.   One: There is no such thing as a perfect candidate.  Two: It is very difficult to convince party elites that there are no perfect candidates.  CHARLAMAGNE GRILLS ERIC SWALWELL ON HOW DEMS CAN BE TRUSTED AFTER THEY ‘LIED TO US SO LONG’ ABOUT BIDEN President Donald Trump’s second […] ...

REP MIKE COLLINS: Staged car crash fraud puts all of us at risk. Congress and the Justice Dept can stop itREP MIKE COLLINS: Staged car crash fraud puts all of us at risk. Congress and the Justice Dept can stop it

Cornelius Garrison was murdered in New Orleans in 2020. He had been cooperating with federal authorities investigating a crash-for-cash insurance fraud scheme. For years, Garrison helped stage car crashes, directing participants to purposefully crash into trucks with the hopes of extracting a settlement from their companies. He would then funnel the passengers from these choreographed car wrecks to billboard attorney Vanessa […] ...

SEN ROGER MARSHALL: Trump’s One Big, Beautiful Bill will keep our border the most secure it’s been in historySEN ROGER MARSHALL: Trump’s One Big, Beautiful Bill will keep our border the most secure it’s been in history

Our country stands at a crossroads. Thanks to President Donald Trump’s and Homeland Security Secretary Noem’s leadership, our border is secure. We can either capitalize on this success and give law enforcement the resources it needs to keep it secure by passing the One Big, Beautiful Bill, or we can let the sacrifice of our men […] ...

Riley Gaines fires back at Simone Biles after social media dispute over transgender athletesRiley Gaines fires back at Simone Biles after social media dispute over transgender athletes

Simone Biles surprisingly sparred on social media with OutKick host Riley Gaines Friday, and Gaines has responded.  Biles took offense to Gaines calling out a Minnesota high school whose softball team won a state championship Friday with a transgender pitcher.  Marissa Rothenberger, a transgender athlete, threw a shutout to help Champlin Park High School win […] ...

Trump’s UFC 316 appearance draws massive ovation in New Jersey, fighter celebrates with him after winTrump’s UFC 316 appearance draws massive ovation in New Jersey, fighter celebrates with him after win

President Donald Trump was back at UFC, and the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, didn’t disappoint with the welcome.  A thunderous roar befell the sold-out crowd at “The Rock” on Saturday night, as Trump walked into the building with UFC CEO Dana White ahead of a UFC 316 stacked main card. Trump did his […] ...

Fan tosses ball near home plate in strange sequence during Braves-Giants gameFan tosses ball near home plate in strange sequence during Braves-Giants game

The Atlanta Braves’ losing streak reached five games Friday. But much of the discussion after the San Francisco Giants’ 5-4 victory centered around a bizarre moment in the fourth inning. A fan sitting in the stands at Oracle Park threw a ball toward home plate at about the same time Braves first baseman Matt Olson […] ...

Marlins’ Ryan Weathers struck in head by catcher’s warmup throw in bizarre moment vs. RaysMarlins’ Ryan Weathers struck in head by catcher’s warmup throw in bizarre moment vs. Rays

Marlins starter Ryan Weathers was drilled in the head by a throw down to second base after tossing his final warmup pitch between innings during a Miami Marlins-Tampa Bay Rays game Saturday. As is customary between innings, the catcher will throw the ball down to second base to practice for a potential steal situation during […] ...

Injured Red Sox slugger tries to rally team with bizarre mustache sacrifice vs. YankeesInjured Red Sox slugger tries to rally team with bizarre mustache sacrifice vs. Yankees

Alex Bregman may not be available to play for the Boston Red Sox right now, but that didn’t stop him from trying to inspire an offensive rally Friday night.  It was with his mustache, not his bat. Baseball players are some of the most superstitious athletes in the world, and Bregman illustrated that during a […] ...

Ex-NFL star Adam ‘Pacman’ Jones arrested for allegedly assaulting police officer in latest legal troubleEx-NFL star Adam ‘Pacman’ Jones arrested for allegedly assaulting police officer in latest legal trouble

Former NFL star cornerback Adam “Pacman” Jones was arrested in Kentucky early Saturday morning for allegedly assaulting a police officer, among other charges.  The 41-year-old was charged with public intoxication, disorderly conduct and assaulting a police officer, according to Kenton County Jail records.  The Cincinnati Enquirer reports that Jones assaulted a Covington police officer, though […] ...

NFL receiver Chris Conley announces retirement after 10 seasons to pursue new careerNFL receiver Chris Conley announces retirement after 10 seasons to pursue new career

NFL veteran receiver Chris Conley is leaving football to pursue his other passions.  Conley, 32, announced his retirement from the NFL after 10 seasons with a post on social media, explaining he’s finally accomplished what he set out to do as a child.   “When I was a kid I wrote down a set of goals. […] ...

Barack and Michelle Obama among those showering Coco Gauff with praise after French Open winBarack and Michelle Obama among those showering Coco Gauff with praise after French Open win

For the first time in a decade, an American won at the French Open after Coco Gauff defeated Aryna Sabalenka in three sets to collect the trophy at Roland-Garros. Gauff’s second Grand Slam did not come easy. She had to throw the world No. 1 player’s game off on the famous clay court. She was […] ...

Knicks will seek permission to speak with Mavs’ Jason Kidd as coaching search kicks into high gear: reportsKnicks will seek permission to speak with Mavs’ Jason Kidd as coaching search kicks into high gear: reports

The New York Knicks’ head coaching search appears to be in full swing.  After making the surprising decision to part ways with Tom Thibodeau, the Knicks are now eyeing Jason Kidd as a potential candidate to replace the franchise’s fourth-winningest coach. According to ESPN, the Knicks are actively vetting Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd.  […] ...

Rory McIlroy’s new driver brings about concern as he shoots second-highest PGA Tour score before U.S. OpenRory McIlroy’s new driver brings about concern as he shoots second-highest PGA Tour score before U.S. Open

Rory McIlroy might have some serious driver troubles heading into next week’s U.S. Open.  The 2025 Masters winner missed the cut by 12 strokes at the RBC Canadian Open, shooting an 8-over 78 on Friday, which was his second-highest score in any PGA Tour event for his career.  The last time McIlroy shot a 78 […] ...

Aaron Rodgers officially signs one-year contract with Steelers worth over $13 million: reportAaron Rodgers officially signs one-year contract with Steelers worth over $13 million: report

Aaron Rodgers is officially headed to Pittsburgh next season. The four-time league MVP officially signed a contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday and will address the media on Tuesday for the first time following the team’s first minicamp practice, the Steelers’ senior director of communications Burt Lauten announced on X.   Rodgers, 41, signed a one-year […] ...

American tennis star Coco Gauff wins women’s French Open final after defeating top-ranked Aryna SabalenkaAmerican tennis star Coco Gauff wins women’s French Open final after defeating top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka

American tennis star Coco Gauff claimed her second career Grand Slam singles title and her first at Roland Garros after defeating top-ranked women’s tennis pro Aryna Sabalenka in the French Open final on Saturday.  Gauff, 21, dropped to the ground and covered her face after she defeated Sabalenka 6-7 (5), 6-2, 6-4. The win marked the […] ...

Red Sox’s Walker Buehler offers ’embarrassing’ personal assessment after debacle against YankeesRed Sox’s Walker Buehler offers ’embarrassing’ personal assessment after debacle against Yankees

Walker Buehler’s first season with the Boston Red Sox has gotten off to an uneven start.  He made his 10th start of the season on Friday at Yankee Stadium. The pitcher proceeded to deliver his worst performance of the year.  Buehler sacrificed five earned runs and was able to complete just two innings.  The Yankees […] ...

Wrestling legend Ric Flair reveals cancer diagnosis after previously denying reportsWrestling legend Ric Flair reveals cancer diagnosis after previously denying reports

Pro wrestling legend Ric Flair is battling skin cancer for the second time in three years, the Hall of Famer revealed this week.  The former WWE star, 76, revealed the diagnosis in an interview with PEOPLE after previously denying reports last month, a decision he told the outlet whad been made out of concern for his privacy.  […] ...

Skip Bayless unleashes on Steelers for bringing in ‘blame-deflecting diva’ Aaron RodgersSkip Bayless unleashes on Steelers for bringing in ‘blame-deflecting diva’ Aaron Rodgers

The Pittsburgh Steelers waited until the sixth round to select a quarterback in April’s NFL Draft. But, after drafting former Ohio State quarterback Will Howard, the Steelers quarterback room still featured more questions than answers. This week, Pittsburgh appears to have found a short-term solution to its signal caller concerns. The four-time NFL MVP agreed […] ...

Olympian Simone Biles faces fierce backlash after clash with Riley Gaines over trans athletes debateOlympian Simone Biles faces fierce backlash after clash with Riley Gaines over trans athletes debate

Seven-time Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles received harsh backlash on social media after the gymnastics star sparred with former 12-time NCAA All-American swimmer Riley Gaines over the debate surrounding transgender athletes competing in girls’ and women’s sports.  Gaines, a former University of Kentucky swimmer and current OutKick contributor and host of the “Gaines for Girls” podcast, took […] ...

Ex-Yankees star Alex Rodriguez says Aaron Judge ‘needs’ an October moment to be a true franchise legendEx-Yankees star Alex Rodriguez says Aaron Judge ‘needs’ an October moment to be a true franchise legend

For the New York Yankees, it is always World Series or bust. Of course, the Bronx Bombers have 27 titles to their name, and that includes a record 18-year drought from 1978 to 1996. But, after a new dynasty won four titles in five years, expectations changed once again. The Yankees, still, are a perennial […] ...