by | Apr 30, 2024 | Aggregate
Former President Donald Trump has confirmed a reconciliation meeting with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, indicating a potential alliance in their efforts for the ‘Make America Great Again’ movement.
The Gateway Pundit reported the two political heavyweights, who have been at odds since a fiercely contested Republican primary, met for several hours on Sunday.
According to a post by Trump on Truth Social, the meeting took place at the scenic Shell Bay Club in Hollywood, Florida, facilitated by Steve Witkoff, a mutual friend and influential real estate broker.
Trump expressed satisfaction with the meeting, noting, “I am very happy to have the full and enthusiastic support of Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida. We had a great meeting yesterday. The conversation mostly concerned how we would work closely together to MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN.”
Trump also highlighted the ongoing success of Florida under DeSantis’s leadership, emphasizing his appreciation for DeSantis’s commitment to the country’s future.
Screenshot: @realDonaldTrump/Truth Social
This meeting is the first known reconciliation since the end of the primaries, where both parties engaged in personal attacks, creating a rift within the Republican Party. In January, after withdrawing from the race, DeSantis endorsed Trump, but the relationship remained strained until this latest development.
The gathering was a strategic move orchestrated by allies of both Trump and DeSantis, who are keen to mend fences. Steve Witkoff played a crucial role in bridging the gap between the two figures, which could mark a new chapter in the GOP landscape.
Despite previous acrimony, the meeting was reportedly amicable, with DeSantis agreeing to support Trump’s campaign, which is currently trailing behind Joe Biden in fundraising efforts. Trump’s team is optimistic that DeSantis will not only endorse Trump but also actively participate in fundraising activities for the upcoming campaign.
This alliance has reignited speculation about DeSantis potentially being considered for the vice-presidential slot on Trump’s ticket. Although Trump had previously acknowledged DeSantis as a potential running mate, many of Trump’s staff and supporters still harbor resentment towards the Florida Governor for turning his back on Trump.
Furthermore, DeSantis had explicitly rejected the idea of being a vice-presidential candidate, reaffirming this stance in an interview on ‘Your World with Neil Cavuto.’
What is clear from Trump’s enthusiastic social media post is that both leaders are looking to the future, with Trump teasing, “November 5th is a BIG DAY!!!”
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by | Apr 30, 2024 | Aggregate
The Baphomet statue is seen in the conversion room at the Satanic Temple in Salem, Massachusetts. (Getty Images)
The Satanic Temple (TST) has announced plans to deploy its ministers as chaplains in public schools across the state following the House’s recent legislation.
Senate Bill 36, which permits the presence of volunteer chaplains within educational institutions, has passed the House and now awaits Senate approval.
Oklahoma, currently under Republican control in both the legislative and executive branches, might see the bill enacted as soon as November 1 if it passes the Senate.
The proposed bill stipulates rigorous checks for those aspiring to be school chaplains. Background checks are mandatory and individuals with a history as registered sex offenders or felony convictions are disqualified from the role. Additionally, any form of child abuse, negligence, or conduct deemed morally questionable can result in termination, KTUL reported.
Tulsa World reported that SB 36 would permit districts to hire chaplains, whether paid or volunteer. These requirements include an endorsement from a “faith group” confirming that the individual is:
A minister, rabbi, priest, imam, lay leader, or similar functionary of the faith group;
Qualified morally, intellectually, and emotionally to serve as a chaplain; and
Sensitive to religious pluralism and able to provide for the free exercise of religion by all students.
Representative Kevin West, R-Moore, who sponsored the bill in the House, likens the role of school chaplains to those serving in military or emergency services, emphasizing the potential for chaplains to assist with personal struggles related to peer pressure, family, and emotional distress.
“A lot of the topics that chaplains wind up talking to people about are peer pressure, family issues, anger, grief, and loss,” West said, according to Tulsa World. “Teachers are tested at the same level of stress and anxiety as first responders. One thing that’s missing that’s available to first responders? A chaplain.”
TST has seized this opportunity to promote “religious plurality and community service.”
“While we would prefer states to invest in professional counselors over unlicensed religious support for students, we are prepared to adapt to these legislative conditions,” said Rachel Chambliss, TST’s Executive Director of Operations.
“We are committed to offering compassionate guidance to students who come to us so that we can help make positive changes in their lives by listening to their needs and providing support.
According to Chambliss, having TST Ministers in the state’s school system would aid in equal religious representation.
Tulsa World reported:
Opponents argued that trained counselors and psychologists are a better solution, if that is the goal.
They said SB 36, at best, will have minimal impact. At worst, said Rep. Mickey Dollens, D-Oklahoma City, it is an attempt to further insert “Christian nationalism, Dominionism, the New Apostolic Reformation and the Seven Mountain Tenants” into public schools.
At a more basic level, opponents were concerned that bringing in a chaplain from one faith or faction would lead to community quarrels and create legal liabilities.
There was also some concern about the effect on faith.
“The quickest way to kill and erode the value of religious faith in Oklahoma is to cloak it in the coercive power of the state,” said Rep. John Waldron, D-Tulsa.
“History tells us that when you give the power of the state to religion you degrade them both,” he said.
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by | Apr 30, 2024 | Aggregate
George Stephanopoulos, the former Bill Clinton staffer who is somehow now the political director of ABC News, opened his Sunday show this week with a mini rant about how abnormal the 2024 election is and how supposedly abnormal Trump is as a candidate.
To prove his point, George cites all of the sham investigations, court cases and flimsy allegations that Democrats have made against Trump.
He inadvertently admitted that all of the things Democrats are doing to Trump is not normal.
And remember, this is a guy who made a career off of covering up scandals for Bill Clinton.
The Washington Examiner reports:
Liberal Media Scream: Could you cry more, George Stephanopoulos?
For years, George Stephanopoulos ran block and worse for former President Bill Clinton. First, it was Gennifer Flowers, and then Travelgate and Whitewater. Multiple other scandals followed.
His boss got away with most and didn’t face the music until he was finally impeached for lying about the Monica Lewinsky sex scandal.
But on Sunday, in an editorial to lead off his ABC Sunday talk show, the former Clinton spokesman ripped into former President Donald Trump, who is facing several court cases for what some legal analysts see as political attacks. That every move Trump makes is hit by the media or added to his legal troubles isn’t enough for Stephanopoulos.
Instead, and the reason he’s our feature for this week’s Liberal Media Scream, he wants Trump treated differently, claiming that the former president has pushed the nation to the brink of civil war despite now being the candidate most people want to win in November, according to CNN.
Watch this ridiculous video:
“Until now, no American presidential race had been more defined by what’s happening in courtrooms than what’s happening on the campaign trail.” @GStephanopoulos on the latest political news: https://t.co/vsSg1XMv5C pic.twitter.com/6LEskOurFz
— This Week (@ThisWeekABC) April 28, 2024
So, the Democrats’ mistreatment of Trump is proof that he is bad? Is that what George is really arguing here?
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by | Apr 30, 2024 | Aggregate
Austin police remove booger-haired leftist from UT Austin pro-Palestinian encampment on campus.
Make America Texas Again
Austin police today took down the impromptu pro-Hamas hippy encampment on the University of Texas campus this afternoon.
There was a lot of screaming by the dirty leftists.
Booger-haired girl got carried off by no-nonsense police.
Dirty Hippy Airlines
You fly for free at Taliban Day Camp
We even deliver lmao pic.twitter.com/l4PnQNwwrD
— 0HOUR (@0HOUR) April 29, 2024
She was not as talkative as she was earlier.
Booger Hair Just Fucked Up
Assault on a police officer
Austin TX pic.twitter.com/IJMAdsUzVn
— 0HOUR (@0HOUR) April 29, 2024
The pepper spray was flying .
They getting the hot pepper sauce for dinner in Austin TX
pic.twitter.com/uKNdVUL4Xg
— 0HOUR (@0HOUR) April 30, 2024
Dude got a facial.
Student protesters at @UTAustin are being hit with pepper spray as they attempt to push police and state troopers off campus. pic.twitter.com/f01pZbJOgD
— Peter Holley (@peterjholley) April 29, 2024
They had their communist medics out in force.
Lmao
They got exhausted just standing for a day pic.twitter.com/Wf0hRvxP7M
— 0HOUR (@0HOUR) April 29, 2024
Another takedown by the Texas police.
Texas is doing Awesome
America is so fucking clapping
Go Police!! pic.twitter.com/XwLhB5jw6U
— 0HOUR (@0HOUR) April 29, 2024
The commies suffered major losses tonight in Texas.
Thanks Texas police for bringing hope back to America.
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by | Apr 30, 2024 | Aggregate
Screenshot: Samuel Parker/X
Virginia Commonwealth University has become the latest epicenter of violent protests, as pro-Hamas supporters occupied parts of the campus, leading to a tense standoff with riot police. Authorities issued a shelter-in-place order for all students.
The confrontation began Monday morning when a group of student protesters established what they called a “Liberation Zone” outside the James Branch Cabell Library on VCU’s Monroe Park campus. The group displayed Palestinian flags and chanted “Free Palestine,” demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and calling for VCU to sever all financial ties with Israel.
As the day progressed, tents were erected, and protesters fortified their position by forming a barrier around the zone.
As the day progressed, the situation intensified with pro-Hamas supporters occupying the library and courtyard. Police responded by deploying tear gas and pepper spray after protesters hurled objects at officers.
Social media posts showed tense standoffs between law enforcement and demonstrators, with the latter demanding that VCU disclose and divest any financial ties to Israel and protect pro-Palestinian speech on campus.
WATCH:
#BREAKING: A shelter-in-place order has been issued due to violent protests taking place at Virginia Commonwealth University, where riots are occurring⁰⁰#Richmond | #Virginia⁰⁰Currently, emergency officials have sent out a message instructing all students to… pic.twitter.com/gpbobuxmIe
— R A W S A L E R T S (@rawsalerts) April 30, 2024
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)
Air-raid sirens, riot police stand off, shelter-in-place orders given.
Joe Biden’s America.
Insurgency.
Counterinsurgency. pic.twitter.com/VT5afRWbCL
— Edward G. (@realEdwardG) April 30, 2024
All students at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond are instructed to shelter-in-place due to police action against the pro-Hamas rioters.
All Students are being told to Shelter-in-Place at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, due to the Police Crackdown on the Pro-Hamas Encampment on Campus which has taken over the Cabell Library Building and nearby Courtyard. pic.twitter.com/7Voz56gyUv
— OSINTdefender (@sentdefender) April 30, 2024
RTD News reporter Samuel B. Parker provided live updates from the scene.
The evening saw the police making multiple arrests and a trash truck arriving to clear the makeshift encampments. Despite the police’s efforts to disperse the crowd, chants continued, and the number of demonstrators reportedly grew.
“Officers have moved into position and disassembled the makeshift barricade. Pepper spray has been deployed and protesters threw bottles and other projectiles at officers.”
Officers move in. Pepper spray has been deployed and protesters threw bottles and other projectiles at officers. pic.twitter.com/4bB2h1UiSo
— Samuel B. Parker (@SamuelParkerRTD) April 30, 2024
“You don’t have to do this,” protesters are shouting. “You’re on the wrong side of history.” pic.twitter.com/ppYSrGFgDC
— Samuel B. Parker (@SamuelParkerRTD) April 30, 2024
Arrests, part 3. At least six that I’ve seen, but hearing of more. Hard to breathe or count through the tear gas. pic.twitter.com/5zguB16UOh
— Samuel B. Parker (@SamuelParkerRTD) April 30, 2024
There are far more people here now than there were when this started. Can’t imagine that was the intention. pic.twitter.com/U6zIvzwalt
— Samuel B. Parker (@SamuelParkerRTD) April 30, 2024
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