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politics1 year ago

Trump's Cabinet Nominee Withdrawals: A Recurring Pattern

The article discusses the trend of U.S. presidential nominees withdrawing from Cabinet positions due to controversies, highlighting recent examples from Trump's administration, including Matt Gaetz and Pete Hegseth. It notes that such withdrawals are not new, citing past instances from the Bush, Clinton, Obama, and Biden administrations. The piece also explores how Trump's approach to nominations, often bypassing traditional vetting processes, has led to increased scrutiny and controversy.

via NPR|
#cabinetnominees#confirmationprocess#politicalcontroversy
politics2 years ago

"Marjorie Taylor Greene Defiant as Florida Venues Cancel Her Jan. 6 Book Events"

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized those who attempted to cancel her book-signing event in Florida, which was intended to mark the third anniversary of the January 6 Capitol attack. Despite the Westgate Resort in Kissimmee canceling the event, claiming they were unaware of its nature, Greene announced a new venue in Orlando. The Osceola County GOP Committee confirmed the event would proceed, countering media claims of cancellation, while Florida state Rep. Anna Eskamani criticized the event's association with the insurrection.

via The Hill|
##booksigningevent#floridaresort
politics2 years ago

Trump's Controversial Remark to Iowans: 'Get Over' School Shooting

At a campaign event in Iowa, Donald Trump faced criticism for telling attendees to "get over" a recent deadly school shooting in Perry, Iowa. His comments, which came after expressing sympathy, were part of a pattern of deflecting substantial conversations about gun violence, previously blaming Democrats and other factors rather than guns. Trump's remarks were condemned by the Democratic Super Pac American Bridge. Despite facing numerous legal challenges, Trump continues to lead in polls for the Republican presidential nomination. The Perry school shooting resulted in the death of one student and injuries to seven others, with the shooter also dying from a self-inflicted wound.

via The Guardian US|
##campaignevent#donaldtrump
us-news2 years ago

"Photographer Captures the Controversy Behind Josh Hawley's Jan. 6 Fist Pump"

Photographer Francis Chung provided a firsthand account of capturing Senator Josh Hawley's raised fist gesture towards January 6 protesters, challenging Hawley's claim that he wasn't encouraging the MAGA crowd. Chung's photo, which became emblematic of Hawley's perceived solidarity with the rioters, showed the senator acknowledging the crowd before the violence at the Capitol escalated. Despite Hawley's dismissal of the gesture as supportive, Chung's testimony and the image itself suggest a moment of increased energy and excitement among the protesters, hinting at Hawley's support.

via Raw Story|
##capitolriot#january6
politics2 years ago

"Florida Resort Cancels Marjorie Taylor Greene's Event Commemorating January 6"

A Florida resort canceled an event that was initially described as a book signing for Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene but was later revealed to be a commemoration of the Jan. 6 Capitol attack. Westgate Resorts stated they were unaware of the event's true nature when agreeing to host it. Despite the cancellation, the Osceola County Republican Party continued to sell tickets, with the highest-priced tickets offering a private briefing on the Jan. 6 incident. The party chair blamed Democrats for the cancellation, while Greene dismissed questions about the event during a Trump campaign event in Iowa.

via HuffPost|
##eventcancellation#floridaresort
politics2 years ago

"London Ushers in 2024 with Dazzling Fireworks and Festive Celebrations Amid Criticism"

London Mayor Sadiq Khan is facing criticism for allegedly using the New Year's Eve fireworks display as an "ego trip." The display, which was introduced with a message stating "The Mayor of London presents," has been condemned by political rivals who argue that the event should represent the people, not the mayor. Critics also pointed out that the display did not highlight significant events such as Britain's support for Ukraine or the Lionesses reaching the World Cup final. City Hall defended the display as a message of unity, while Khan addressed concerns about rising knife crime in London, emphasizing a reduction in knife injuries among young people and a public health approach to the issue.

via The Telegraph|
##fireworksdisplay#london