House Dem leader Jeffries denies anti-Israel protests that unleashed havoc on DC were left-wing progressives
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries sought to distance Democrats from the large numbers of anti-Israel protesters who rampaged through the nation’s capital on Wednesday, despite the demonstrators’ professed left-wing aims. Sen. Jeffries (D-N.Y.) emphasized that many of the protesters in recent months have targeted Democrats, but he did not mention that many of the attacks […]
Van Jones says Biden's speech shows that a leader 'can put the people first'
Democratic strategist Van Jones praised Biden’s Oval Office speech and decision to opt out of the 2024 presidential race, saying it showed the leader can still “put people first and pass the baton.” “He’s a good man. He threw himself on his sword. Most heroes fight to the end. He threw himself on his sword. […]
Trump shares letter from Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas on assassination attempt – and his response
Donald Trump on Tuesday released a letter he received from Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas condemning the assassination attempt against the Republican presidential candidate. “Your Excellency,” began Abbas’s brief letter to the 78-year-old former president, “I have heard the news and subsequently seen the video of the assassination attempt on Your Excellency and am deeply […]
Patriots have ‘clear’ leader in Jacoby Brissett-Drake Maye QB battle
One of the NFL’s most intriguing training camp battles appears to have an emerging leader early on. New Patriots head coach Jerrod Mayo spoke to the media on Tuesday as the team opened training camp, suggesting that veteran Jacoby Brissett is projected to be New England’s QB1 over rookie Drake Mayo. “Jacoby (Brissett) is clearly […]
Belarus Frees Leader of Banned Party Amid Political Prisoner Releases
TALLINN, Estonia (AP) — The leader of an outlawed Belarusian opposition party was freed Monday after two years in prison, respected human rights group Viasna reported, as the authoritarian country slowly releases political prisoners. Mikalai Kazlou, head of the United Civic Party, was serving a two-and-a-half-year sentence for organizing subversive activities. His arrest came amid […]
In Trump they trust: Republicans renew their faith in leader
MILWAUKEE — If there was a single unifying theme of the Republican National Convention, it was confidence in the leadership of former President Donald Trump. That’s not to say that making America safe, strong, and great again weren’t important parts of the Republican message over those four nights. But Republican delegates trust Trump to deliver on […]
Justin Rose chasing Englishman’s ‘dream’ at heels of British Open leader
TROON, Scotland — Justin Rose loves his position. The 43-year-old Englishman is bidding for his second major title of his career. And he did just that, qualifying for the 152nd British Open. Justin Rose reacts on the 18th green after the third round of the British Open on Saturday. Reuters He is at 3 under […]
The Open: Round 3 Tee Times, new leader in Shane Lowry
Welcome to Playing Through’s morning ritual, Golf Talk Today. Each morning, the crew discusses various elements of the PGA Tour, LPGA, LIV Golf and more. Today is moving day at the British Open! Who will best take advantage of the third round of the fourth and final major championship in 2024? Make some coffee, have […]
Trump’s ‘strength’ in response to assassination attempt won him critics’ support: Pittsburgh GOP leader
The Republican leader of Pennsylvania’s second-most populous county said Friday that the way former President Trump handled the assassination attempt on him likely won him the support of critics and undecided voters alike. Allegheny County Republican Party Chairman Sam DeMarco, whose county has been shaken by the news that shooter Thomas Crooks lives in the […]
Tucker Carlson on Trump Pumping Fist to Crowd: ‘Became the Leader’
Conservative journalist and commentator Tucker Carlson said that the moment former President Donald Trump raised his fist to the crowd after he was shot at a rally in Pennsylvania last Saturday, he “became the leader of this country.” meanwhile Busy Carlson explained that at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Trump was shot with […]