House Republicans protest more books on Navy reading list

Three House Republicans are protesting the inclusion of several books on the Navy‘s 2021 reading list. Republican Reps. Doug Lamborn of Colorado and Vicky Hartzler of Missouri on Thursday evening sent a letter to Adm. Michael Gilday expressing concern about the inclusion of the following books on the Chief of Naval Operations Professional Reading Program (CNO-PRP) reading list: Ibram X. Kendi’s … Continue reading House Republicans protest more books on Navy reading list

New York Democrat blasts Cuomo for ‘dismissing’ harassment, assault claims: ‘I’m shaking’

A New York state assemblywoman said Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D., “crossed the line” by dismissing an accuser’s harassment and assault allegations on Friday. Aileen Gunther, during an appearance on “America Reports,” said she was “shaken” by Cuomo’s statements, and she reiterated calls to have the governor resign after his “inappropriate” comments. Cuomo has been accused by seven women of … Continue reading New York Democrat blasts Cuomo for ‘dismissing’ harassment, assault claims: ‘I’m shaking’

New York care worker slams Cuomo over coronavirus conditions at homes for developmentally disabled

Huckabee: It’s over for Cuomo Mike Huckabee says he doesn’t see how New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo survives as a growing list of Democrats call for his resignation. A New York care worker slammed Gov. Andrew Cuomo over coronavirus conditions at homes for people with developmental disabilities in an interview with Fox News. “The way Cuomo ran this whole … Continue reading New York care worker slams Cuomo over coronavirus conditions at homes for developmentally disabled

Media Interpret Secretary of State Antony Blinken as Referring to Taiwan as a ‘Country’

According to Taiwan News on Friday, while addressing a House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing on Wednesday, Secretary of State Anthony Blinken described Taiwan as a “country that can contribute to the world, not just its own people.” The official House transcript of his remarks quoted Blinken somewhat differently, diminishing what the Taiwanese paper hoped could be a … Continue reading Media Interpret Secretary of State Antony Blinken as Referring to Taiwan as a ‘Country’

Democracies Pledge over One Billion Vaccine Doses, in Diplomatic Triumph

Pharmacist Danny Huynh fills a syringe with the Moderna coronavirus vaccine in Chula Vista, Calif., January 21, 2021. (Mike Blake/Reuters) In some quarters these days, the conventional wisdom holds that America’s diplomatic commitments can no longer be taken seriously by its allies since the U.S. withdrew from diplomatic pacts such as the Iran nuclear deal … Continue reading Democracies Pledge over One Billion Vaccine Doses, in Diplomatic Triumph

Republicans Accuse Zoe Lofgren of Breaking House Rules with Report Insinuating 1/6 Inside Job

Three Republicans on the Committee on House Administration accused Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D-CA) of breaking House rules following the release of her “Media Report.” Lofgren, chair of the House Administration Committee, wrote a nearly 2,000-page report documenting social media posts by Republicans who voted January 6 against certifying the presidential election results. The written report appears to … Continue reading Republicans Accuse Zoe Lofgren of Breaking House Rules with Report Insinuating 1/6 Inside Job

FACT CHECK: Biden Falsely Claims Coronavirus Deaths Exceed War, 9/11 Deaths

CLAIM: More Americans have died of COVID-19 “than in World War I, World War II, the Vietnam war and 9/11 combined.” VERDICT: MOSTLY FALSE. The total number of deaths in those conflicts, including non-combat deaths, is higher. In his address to the nation from the White House on the one-year anniversary of the coronavirus shutdowns, … Continue reading FACT CHECK: Biden Falsely Claims Coronavirus Deaths Exceed War, 9/11 Deaths

Rep. Jordan calls out Big Tech cancel culture in antitrust hearing

Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) (Photo by Alex Wroblewski/Getty Images) OAN NewsroomUPDATED 12:05 PM PT – Friday, March 12, 2021 Congressman Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) called out Big Tech’s role in perpetuating cancel culture in journalism. In a tweet Friday, the Ohio lawmaker said the biggest threats to freedom are “Big Tech, big media and big government.” … Continue reading Rep. Jordan calls out Big Tech cancel culture in antitrust hearing

Arizona Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick Announces Retirement in Competitive District Bordering Mexico

Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick (D-AZ) will not campaign for a sixth term in office, leaving an opportunity for Republicans to retake the seat that currently represents Tucson and Cochise County on the U.S.-Mexico border, one of the most historically contested districts. “Serving Arizonans has been my absolute honor and joy, but after much consideration, I have … Continue reading Arizona Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick Announces Retirement in Competitive District Bordering Mexico

Joe Biden and Kamala Harris Maintain Silence About Andrew Cuomo Scandal

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris maintained their silence Friday about New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s sexual harassment scandal as more top New York Democrats call for the governor to resign. White House press secretary Jen Psaki repeated during a press briefing Friday that Biden continues to believe “every woman who has come forward deserves … Continue reading Joe Biden and Kamala Harris Maintain Silence About Andrew Cuomo Scandal

Restriction-Heavy New York Reports More Cases of Coronavirus in Last 7 Days Than Florida

New York State, which has embraced some of the most stringent coronavirus restrictions in the country over the past year, has reported more cases both per capita and in overall number than Florida, which has faced backlash from establishment media outlets and pro-lockdown politicians for its coronavirus policies, allowing businesses to operate and abstaining from … Continue reading Restriction-Heavy New York Reports More Cases of Coronavirus in Last 7 Days Than Florida

Andrew Cuomo Again Refuses to Resign, Blames ‘Cancel Culture’ for Firestorm

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) defied New York Congressional Democrats’ call for him to step down Friday, insisting that he is actually a victim of “cancel culture.” “There are facts and then there are opinions. And I’ve always separated the two,” a defiant Cuomo told reporters during a conference call. “Politicians who don’t know … Continue reading Andrew Cuomo Again Refuses to Resign, Blames ‘Cancel Culture’ for Firestorm

Sen. Lankford: We should only borrow what absolutely needs to be spent

Senator James Lankford. (Photo by ANNA MONEYMAKER/POOL/AFP via Getty Images) OAN NewsroomUPDATED 11:15 AM PT – Friday, March 12, 2021 Sen. James Lankford (R-Okla.) condemned the recently passed stimulus package. He took to Twitter Friday and claimed “every dollar of the Democrats’ $2 trillion bill is borrowed from China or somewhere else.” Every dollar of … Continue reading Sen. Lankford: We should only borrow what absolutely needs to be spent

Democrats for defunding police aren’t accepting invitation to do ride-alongs: Cammack

Rep. Kat Cammack, R-Fla., said Friday that no House Democrats have accepted her invitation to go on police ride-alongs to reconsider their votes for a controversial federal policing bill. Cammack, whose husband is a firefighter and SWAT medic, is lobbying against the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act that passed the House along party lines last week, which Republican … Continue reading Democrats for defunding police aren’t accepting invitation to do ride-alongs: Cammack

Psaki pressed on Biden’s Fourth of July goal, cautions it’s not a ‘return to total normalcy’

White House press secretary Jen Psaki said President Biden’s aspiration for Americans to have Fourth of July celebrations is not calling for a “mass event” or “return to total normalcy.” Psaki wouldn’t say if that was the date by which the White House thought most Americans would be vaccinated for coronavirus. “It really depends on … Continue reading Psaki pressed on Biden’s Fourth of July goal, cautions it’s not a ‘return to total normalcy’

Positive COVID-19 Test for Virginia Nixes ACC Semifinal

The Atlantic Coast Conference has canceled its tournament semifinal game between No. 16 Virginia and Georgia Tech due to a positive COVID-19 test, quarantining and contact tracing within the Cavaliers program. It is second tournament game the league has called off in two days due to COVID issues. The ACC made the announcement Friday morning, … Continue reading Positive COVID-19 Test for Virginia Nixes ACC Semifinal

Malaysia Imposes Law Against Coronavirus ‘Fake News’

An “emergency ordinance” against “wholly or partly false” news content related to the coronavirus pandemic went into effect in Malaysia on Friday, prompting criticism from opposition politicians and international free speech activists. Violators of the ordinance face heavy fines and up to six years in prison. On the same day, Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin’s office … Continue reading Malaysia Imposes Law Against Coronavirus ‘Fake News’

Kids Don’t Need Protecting from Pepé Le Pew

It’s hard to keep up with all the targets of cancel culture, whether they be ordinary citizens, historical figures, or fictional characters. One of the latest under fire is Pepé Le Pew, the very much not-beloved animated French skunk of the classic 1950s Warner Brothers cartoons. New York Times columnist Charles Blow charges that Pepé “normalized rape … Continue reading Kids Don’t Need Protecting from Pepé Le Pew

Texas Republican Party Defies Gov. Greg Abbott over Free Speech Platform Gab

The Republican Party of Texas announced yesterday that it would keep its account on Gab, the free speech social network, saying: “The First Amendment still shines brightly in the Lone Star State.” This came a day after the Governor of Texas, Greg Abbott (R), branded the site “anti-Semitic” — an allegation that led to widespread … Continue reading Texas Republican Party Defies Gov. Greg Abbott over Free Speech Platform Gab

La. Sen. Bill Cassidy: This admin. is betraying the most vulnerable children in the country

U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) arrives for the weekly Senate Republican policy luncheon in the Hart Senate Office Building. (Photo by Stefani Reynolds/Getty Images) OAN NewsroomUPDATED 10:55 AM PT – Friday, March 12, 2021 The Biden administration has faced backlash from state and local leaders for refusing to re-open public schools. Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) … Continue reading La. Sen. Bill Cassidy: This admin. is betraying the most vulnerable children in the country

Gavin Newsom recall campaign clears 2M signatures, organizers say

The petition to recall California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom broke the 2 million signature mark, organizers announced on Thursday.   Petition organizers announced on Thursday that, as of Wednesday evening, the movement to pull the Golden State governor from his post had garnered over 2,060,000 signatures. The movement only needed 1.5 million signatures to get the movement on the ballot, … Continue reading Gavin Newsom recall campaign clears 2M signatures, organizers say

DOD: Climate Change ‘Essential Element’ of Foreign Policy, National Security

The U.S. Department of Defense announced Wednesday it is assembling a “climate working group” following President Joe Biden’s executive order. “Yesterday the secretary established the Department of Defense climate working group to support Executive Order 14008, which identified climate considerations as an essential element of U.S. foreign policy and national security,” Pentagon Press Secretary Mike … Continue reading DOD: Climate Change ‘Essential Element’ of Foreign Policy, National Security

Tim Scott: Until the Media Come Out Against Hate from the Left Directed at Black Conservatives, We’re Going to Continue Being Divided

Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) on Friday responded to the backlash he has received for saying that “woke supremacy is as bad as white supremacy.” The remark came in response to MSNBC’s Joy Reid referring to Scott as a “patina of diversity” and a “token wrong.” Scott, reacting to CNN’s Don Lemon blasting him for likening “woke supremacy” … Continue reading Tim Scott: Until the Media Come Out Against Hate from the Left Directed at Black Conservatives, We’re Going to Continue Being Divided

Report: Chicago River Will Not Be Dyed Green for St. Patrick’s Day This Year

There are reportedly no plans to dye the Chicago River green this year for St. Patrick’s Day, a spokesperson for the Chicago Plumbers Union Local 130 told NBC Chicago on Friday. “The union said it does plan to live stream a parade from an undisclosed location beginning at 2 p.m. Saturday, however. Residents are encouraged … Continue reading Report: Chicago River Will Not Be Dyed Green for St. Patrick’s Day This Year

Cuomo refuses to resign, lashes out at ‘reckless’ politicians as Dems call for him to quit

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Friday refused to resign amid mounting pressure from fellow Democrats for him to step down over sexual misconduct accusations leveled against him — with Cuomo lashing out at “reckless and dangerous” politicians he accused of not knowing all the facts. “Women have a right to come forward and be heard and … Continue reading Cuomo refuses to resign, lashes out at ‘reckless’ politicians as Dems call for him to quit

Biden silent on whether Cuomo should resign after avalanche of Dem calls

President Biden isn’t weighing in on whether New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo should resign even as top New York congressional Democrats say it’s time for him to go, according to White House press secretary Jen Psaki. “The president believes every woman comes forward deserves to have her voice heard, to be treated with respect, to be able to … Continue reading Biden silent on whether Cuomo should resign after avalanche of Dem calls