Tag: pandemics

White House wants Obama intel officials ‘held accountable’ for role peddling 2016 Russia hoaxWhite House wants Obama intel officials ‘held accountable’ for role peddling 2016 Russia hoax

Intelligence agency officials like former CIA Director John Brennan must be held accountable for their role in advancing allegations about President Donald Trump’s connections with Russia during the 2016 election, according to the White House. “President Trump was right — again,” White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said in a statement to Fox News Digital. […] ...

Democrats frustrated over lack of a heads-up from Hakeem Jeffries on delaying Trump’s spending billDemocrats frustrated over lack of a heads-up from Hakeem Jeffries on delaying Trump’s spending bill

Democrats were flustered that they didn’t get a heads-up that Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries would delay President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” on Thursday with an hours-long speech on the House floor.   “No one is upset Hakeem wanted to do this, but to not tell members, ‘be prepared, book multiple flights, be flexible,'” a House […] ...

Lia Thomas’ former teammates praise Trump’s protection of women’s sports at UPennLia Thomas’ former teammates praise Trump’s protection of women’s sports at UPenn

Former University of Pennsylvania swimmers who were teammates with trans athlete Lia Thomas are speaking out after the Trump administration reached an agreement with the school to keep biological males out of women’s sports. Margot Kaczorowski and Ellen Holmquist, two former UPenn swimmers, spoke with “Fox & Friends” to give their takes on the landmark […] ...

First lady Melania Trump makes ‘heartwarming’ visit to kids at hospital for ‘Be Best’ eventFirst lady Melania Trump makes ‘heartwarming’ visit to kids at hospital for ‘Be Best’ event

Ahead of Independence Day this year, first lady Melania Trump visited Children’s National Hospital (CNH) in Washington, D.C., on Thursday afternoon in her latest “Be Best” event. The first lady joined patients battling cancer, kidney and heart issues, among other diagnoses, in the garden room to participate in various patriotic arts and crafts, including rock […] ...

EPA places numerous employees on leave for alleged misuse of official titles in unauthorized letterEPA places numerous employees on leave for alleged misuse of official titles in unauthorized letter

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently placed nearly 140 employees on administrative leave amid an investigation into employees who signed on to a letter allegedly using their official titles and EPA positions. Written as agency employees, the letter contained information that misled the public about agency business, according to officials. The EPA confirmed it placed […] ...

2 lone Republicans vote against Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ as it heads to president’s desk2 lone Republicans vote against Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ as it heads to president’s desk

President Donald Trump’s agenda appeared on life support as defectors in the House GOP, for a time, appeared ready to torpedo it. But in the end, only two Republicans voted against the bill, and it’s now heading to the president’s desk. Reps. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., and Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., were the sole defectors against Trump’s […] ...

Sarah Michelle Gellar sizzles in swimsuit during tropical getawaySarah Michelle Gellar sizzles in swimsuit during tropical getaway

Sarah Michelle Gellar is turning up the heat this summer.  The “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” icon dropped a sizzling series of swimsuit photos that had her 4.8 million followers doing a double-take.  “Tropic like it’s hot,” Gellar wrote in her Instagram caption with a fire emoji. “I’m Sarah and I am an aquaholic.” SUPERMODEL ALESSANDRA […] ...

Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr arrested by ICE days after fighting Jake PaulMexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr arrested by ICE days after fighting Jake Paul

Famed Mexican boxer and criminal illegal immigrant Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on Wednesday, just four days after fighting Jake Paul at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.  The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the arrest on Thursday, noting Chavez was being processed for “expedited removal from […] ...

DNC chair says ‘bulls—‘ on air as Dem frustrations over Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ mountDNC chair says ‘bulls—‘ on air as Dem frustrations over Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ mount

The chairman of the Democratic National Committee let an expletive slip on air when describing President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” on Thursday. Ken Martin, who was elected DNC chair earlier this year, called Trump’s bill “bulls—” during an appearance on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe.” Network censors didn’t catch the word as he said it, so […] ...

‘Shark Tank’ star Barbara Corcoran reveals secret weapons in the battle against aging‘Shark Tank’ star Barbara Corcoran reveals secret weapons in the battle against aging

A famed entrepreneur and TV personality is getting candid about how she’s keeping aging at bay. Barbara Corcoran, “Shark Tank” star and real estate investor, recently shared on Instagram a rundown of all aesthetic procedures she’s undergone, from major plastic surgeries to more minor enhancements. Paired with an image of herself, Corcoran shared the list […] ...

Dodgers’ Clayton Kershaw joins elite group in MLB history after reaching 3,000 career strikeoutsDodgers’ Clayton Kershaw joins elite group in MLB history after reaching 3,000 career strikeouts

Los Angeles Dodgers legend Clayton Kershaw reached rarefied air on Wednesday night, becoming the 20th player ever to reach 3,000 strikeouts for his career.  It was a suspenseful night at a sold-out Dodger Stadium considering Kershaw had just two strikeouts against the Chicago White Sox when he entered the sixth inning. He had 2,999 strikeouts, […] ...

Justice Alito’s warning about nationwide injunction ‘loophole’ looms over Trump casesJustice Alito’s warning about nationwide injunction ‘loophole’ looms over Trump cases

Justice Samuel Alito raised concerns about a “potentially significant loophole” in the Supreme Court’s decision to curb universal injunctions, and now his warning is hanging over lawsuits involving President Donald Trump. Alito said in his concurring opinion in Trump v. CASA that class action lawsuits and lawsuits brought by states leave room for judges to […] ...

Dem lawmakers to inspect ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ detention center, citing safety concernsDem lawmakers to inspect ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ detention center, citing safety concerns

Multiple Democratic lawmakers will visit “Alligator Alcatraz,” a new illegal immigrant detention center being constructed near the Everglades and Big Cypress National Preserve in Florida, on Thursday. The “official legislative site visit” is in response to what officials claim is “a series of deeply troubling developments at the state-run immigrant detention facility,” according to a […] ...

House Republican calls for third Trump term over passage of ‘historic’ tax billHouse Republican calls for third Trump term over passage of ‘historic’ tax bill

A key House ally of President Donald Trump is calling for the Republican leader to be eligible for a third White House term over passage of his “big, beautiful bill.” Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., also called for Trump to be added to Mount Rushmore in South Dakota alongside George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and […] ...

PGA golfer Justin Thomas discusses recent ‘ups and downs’ as golf season’s exciting homestretch approachesPGA golfer Justin Thomas discusses recent ‘ups and downs’ as golf season’s exciting homestretch approaches

Two years ago, Justin Thomas found himself struggling the most he ever had in his career. He was just a few months removed from his second major victory – a PGA Championship title at Southern Hills. But in the 2023 season, he didn’t even make the FedEx Cup Playoffs, cracking just four Top 10s in […] ...

GOP lawmakers rebuke Elon Musk’s primary threats, say Trump’s legislation ‘something we’ve got to do’GOP lawmakers rebuke Elon Musk’s primary threats, say Trump’s legislation ‘something we’ve got to do’

As lawmakers march toward a vote on President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill,” House Republicans aren’t too worried about primary threats from tech billionaire Elon Musk. Musk, who once served as the head of Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has been highly critical of the president’s legislative agenda. He had remained quiet about the […] ...

He’s not running again in 2028, but Trump’s returning to this crucial presidential nominating stateHe’s not running again in 2028, but Trump’s returning to this crucial presidential nominating state

President Donald Trump returns to Iowa Thursday evening. But his stop in the state that for half a century has held the lead-off contest in the race for the Republican presidential nomination is about 2026 rather than 2028. Trump will headline a Fourth of July eve event at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines […] ...

‘Golden Bachelor’ Mel Owens sets strict age limit for contestants despite producer pushback‘Golden Bachelor’ Mel Owens sets strict age limit for contestants despite producer pushback

The newest star of “The Golden Bachelor” has some strict criteria when it comes to choosing a life partner.  During an appearance on the “In The Trenches” podcast, Mel Owens – who was cast as the ABC show’s newest “Golden Bachelor” in April – admitted that he plans to cut any woman who is “60 […] ...

Researchers zero in on Amelia Earhart’s disappearance after 88 yearsResearchers zero in on Amelia Earhart’s disappearance after 88 years

Researchers are looking for answers and embarking on a special expedition following the 88th anniversary of the disappearance of American aviator Amelia Earhart. The Perdue Research Foundation (PRF, based in Indiana) and Archaeological Legacy Institute (ALI, based in Oregon) announced on Wednesday the “Taraia Object Expedition” project. Researchers will head to the remote island of […] ...

American cruise ship passenger disappears after hiking at summer vacation destinationAmerican cruise ship passenger disappears after hiking at summer vacation destination

Alaska authorities are searching for a missing tourist after she failed to return to her cruise ship following a morning hike in the capital city earlier this week, officials said.  Authorities received a report Tuesday afternoon regarding a 62-year-old woman from Kentucky who had not returned to the Norwegian Bliss before its departure time, according to […] ...

Girl on Disney cruise fell through porthole as dad jumped to save her in 20-minute fight for survival: policeGirl on Disney cruise fell through porthole as dad jumped to save her in 20-minute fight for survival: police

A dramatic ocean rescue ensued from the father of a 5-year-old girl who lost her balance while sitting on a railing and fell through a porthole, authorities revealed. The rescue unfolded around 11:30 a.m. Sunday, June 29 on Deck 4 of the Disney Dream ship while it was in international waters between the Bahamas and […] ...