SEC head Greg Sankey sharply criticizes announcers for speaking out against poor refereeing in Texas-Missouri, calling it “unacceptable”
For many viewers watching Saturday’s matchup between Texas and Missouri, the officiating quickly became a point of concern. Several calls appeared questionable or went Texas’s way, enough that broadcasters Joe Tessitore and Jesse Palmer raised the issue during the game. Palmer said he would be furious if he were watching as a Missouri fan. “I’m […]
College football fans and media criticize SEC referees over the disputed ruling that a forward pass was a fumble in the Texas-Missouri game
Texas appeared to catch a break on a disputed third-down play against Missouri on Saturday, when officials ruled that Arch Manning had fumbled the ball forward rather than thrown an incomplete pass. The Longhorns were down 20-13 late in the third quarter, facing third-and-10. Manning dropped back and was hit as he released the ball. […]
Big Ten coach with a terrible SEC record believes his team would be ranked in the SEC
Illinois coach Bret Bielema went 11-29 against SEC opponents during his five seasons at Arkansas. Now, he figures his current team would be ranked if it were playing in that conference. That’s a generous assessment. Illinois is having a solid season so far. The Fighting Illini beat Nebraska 24-13 on Friday and are 6-3 with […]
Sec. Markwayne Mullin: Democrats Seeking to Eliminate DHS ‘Failed to Grasp What Occurred’ on 9/11
DHS Secretary Discusses Abolishing the Department Markwayne Mullin, the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), expressed concerns that some Democrats advocating for the department’s elimination lack an understanding of its origins and role. He shared his thoughts during a recent discussion with Breitbart News focused on border security, public safety, and American sovereignty. […]
Sec. Markwayne Mullin: DHS Using ‘Equipment That I Can’t Discuss’ at the Border
Border Security Updates from the Department of Homeland Security The Department of Homeland Security has been using equipment at the border that remains under wraps, as revealed by Secretary Markwayne Mullin during a discussion with Breitbart News. In conversation with Washington Bureau Chief Matthew Boyle on Tuesday, Mullin outlined the differing approaches to border security […]
SEC Chair Paul Atkins introduces significant cryptocurrency plan for U.S. investors
SEC Proposes New Crypto Custody Rules The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed new rules on October 1, aimed at clarifying how investment advisers and regulated funds can manage crypto assets on behalf of clients. This initiative seems to reflect an acknowledgment of the increasing importance of digital assets. This proposal is designed to […]
SEC Staff Indicates Token Buybacks Don’t Turn Crypto into a Security if the Network Functions
In brief The SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance has indicated that announcements regarding buybacks on operational crypto networks do not constitute promises of “essential managerial efforts” according to the Howey test. However, for networks that are not yet operational, promoting buybacks as a method to achieve yield or returns might still invoke securities regulations. Attorney […]
Kentucky surprises ninth-ranked Texas A&M with strong defense in SEC upset
Kentucky Upsets No. 9 Texas A&M After a tough loss to Alabama, Kentucky made a statement in their next Southeastern Conference matchup. The Wildcats’ quarterback, Kenny Minchey, threw for two touchdown passes, leading Kentucky to a surprising 31-21 victory over No. 9 Texas A&M at Kyle Field on Saturday. A strong performance in the third […]
Arch Manning throws 2 touchdown passes as Texas, ranked first, fends off UTSA with an SEC schedule approaching
Texas Longhorns vs. UTSA: Game Recap Arch Manning provided an early boost for the top-ranked Texas Longhorns on Saturday night in Austin, throwing two touchdown passes in their 30-6 victory over UTSA. However, Manning had a tough game overall, ending with 164 passing yards on 17 completions out of 33 attempts. He faced several punishing […]
How the Failure of the Clarity Act Gave Control of Crypto to the SEC and CFTC
In brief The Senate voted 49-50 against advancing the Clarity Act. Democrats united in opposition, joined by three Republicans. While this led to blame games among party members, a group of seven Democrats described it as “a setback, but not the end.” As frustrations with Congress mount, industry leaders are looking to regulators for support. […]