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10 hours ago
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Sheri Biggs announces headliner for inaugural "Salute to Liberty" event
The governor of Arkansas and former White House press secretary will be in South Carolina next month to headline a congresswoman's event. U.S. Rep. Sheri Biggs (R-3rd District) invited Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders to headline the inaugural "Salute to Liberty" event on Aug. 18. The gathering will celebrate patriotism, freedom, service, and other American values, according to a press release. Biggs stated that Sanders has enacted transformational, conservative reform as governor of Arkansas and led historic victories in her work at the White House. "I am deeply honored that my friend of many years and a true patriot for our nation, Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders will headline our inaugural Salute to Liberty," Biggs stated. Biggs will host "Salute to Liberty" at the Anderson Sports & Entertainment Center from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. General admissions tickets start at around $30. Setting the stage for the 2028 race Biggs is a relatively new member of Congress. She won the third congressional district's seat in 2024 and took office in 2025. Her predecessor, Jeff Duncan, took the seat in 2012 and held it until 2024, when he decided not to seek reelection. Duncan first started the tradition of bringing thousands of South Carolina Republicans to the Anderson Sports & Entertainment Center during the summer for his annual Faith & Freedom BBQ. More: Jeff Duncan's BBQ: SC evangelical voters split between DeSantis, Scott in Trump Country. In the past, Duncan's event featured remarks from top national Republicans with presidential aspirations, including Sen. Tim Scott (R-South Carolina) and Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Florida). Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis was set to be the event's keynote speaker in 2023, the last year of the event, before cancelling to return to his home state during Hurricane Idalia. Sanders, the headliner for Biggs' event, is another possible Republican name in the 2028 presidential race. Nonpartisan polling site 270toWin compiled an aggregate of 10 polls of possible 2028 Republican presidential candidates. Sanders ranked the seventh most popular candidate of 23 names, placing between Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy. Sanders is known for championing conservative policies and backing President Donald Trump. As governor, she signed a bill that opened the doors for medical malpractice lawsuits against doctors who perform gender affirming care and a ban on diversity, equity, and inclusion practices in local government. South Carolina — the launching pad for presidential campaigns The Palmetto State is the first Southern state to hold primary contests in an election cycle, making it an important win for presidential candidates' campaign momentum. Trump gained a significant lead over competitor former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley in the state's 2024 Republican primary, earning about 60% of the vote next to Haley's 40%. Haley dropped out of the race less than two weeks later. He also campaigned numerous times in the state leading up to the 2016 Republican primary. He ended up winning the state with about 32% of the vote compared to Rubio's and Ted Cruz's roughly 22% each, according to the South Carolina Election Commission. More: 'I will not stop using my voice.' Haley suspends presidential bid, doesn't endorse Trump Several Democratic politicians have visited the Palmetto State this summer, including Govs. Gavin Newsom, Andy Beshear, and Tim Walz. Sanders has not formally said whether she is considering a run for president, even though her name has come up in 2028 possible candidate polls. Biggs is expected to announce more guests in the coming weeks. Bella Carpentier covers the South Carolina legislature, state, and Greenville County politics. Contact her at bcarpentier@ This article originally appeared on Greenville News: Arkansas governor to speak at Sheri Biggs' "Salute to Liberty" event
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13 hours ago
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Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders to take first trip to Israel since her father became ambassador
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders is traveling next week on a trade mission to Israel, her first visit since her father Mike Huckabee was named U.S. ambassador there. Sanders, widely considered a potential Republican candidate for president in 2028, is also traveling to the United Arab Emirates on the trip, her office said. Sanders leaves Sunday and returns Aug. 9. The Senate in April confirmed Mike Huckabee, who served more than a decade as Arkansas governor, as the Trump administration's ambassador to Israel. This is Sanders' first trip to Israel since taking office as governor in 2023, though she has previously been. Sanders plans to meet with senior Israel government officials and is hosting roundtables with Israeli companies, focused on agricultural technology and defense. She also plans to connect with several companies that already have investments in Arkansas. She also plans to speak with companies in the UAE, focusing on aerospace and defense industries. Israel is one of Arkansas' top trading partners, and the state exported more than $150 million in products to the country in 2024. The Associated Press Sign in to access your portfolio
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16 hours ago
- The Guardian
Arkansas police arrest man in killings of married couple hiking in state park
A 28-year-old Arkansas man was arrested on Wednesday in the killings of a married couple in front of their children at Devil's Den state park over the weekend, officials said. Arkansas state police arrested James Andrew McGann from Springdale and charged him with two counts of capital murder. Police did not mention a possible motive. McGann had been hired at Springdale public schools as a teacher candidate for the upcoming year but had not yet come into contact with any of its families or students, the district said in a statement. A lawyer couldn't be located for him yet as he's just been arrested. It was not immediately clear when his first court appearance was, or where he was being held. 'No news can heal the enormous harm done to the Brink family in last weekend's crime, but this announcement is a comfort and reassurance for our state,' said Arkansas's governor, Sarah Huckabee Sanders, in a statement. 'If you commit a violent, senseless act here in our state, our law enforcement will hunt you down and bring you to justice, because that's what the people of Arkansas frankly deserve,' the governor added. Clinton David Brink, 43, and Cristen Amanda Brink, 41, were found dead on Saturday on a walking trail at Devil's Den. Their daughters, who are seven and nine, were not hurt and are being cared for by family members, authorities have said. Police had released a composite sketch and photo of a person of interest they were searching for in the attack. Along with the drawing, state police released a statement saying the suspect 'likely sustained an injury while attacking the couple'. It did not go into further detail. The state police have released few details, including how the couple was killed. The FBI has said its Little Rock field office is assisting in the investigation. The head of the state police praised the cooperation among law enforcement in catching McGann. 'Because of their hard work and investigative skill, we were able to take a monster off the streets, and bring relief to those two precious girls, and the rest of our citizens,' Col Mike Hagar, the director of the Arkansas state police, said. The Brinks had just moved from South Dakota to the small city of Prairie Grove in north-west Arkansas. Clinton Brink had been scheduled to start a job as a milk delivery driver on Monday in the nearby Fayetteville area, according to Hiland Dairy, his employer. Cristen Brink had been licensed as a nurse in Montana and South Dakota before moving to Arkansas. The Brink family said the couple died as 'heroes protecting their little girls'. Devil's Den is a 2,500-acre state park near West Fork, about 140 miles (220km) north-west of Little Rock, the state capital. The park's trails, which lead to the surrounding Ozark national forest, remained closed on Wednesday.
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16 hours ago
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Teacher arrested for Arkansas double murder while getting haircut: Police
A suspect has been arrested in connection with a double homicide at an Arkansas park, after a married couple was found dead on a walking trail over the weekend, authorities said. James Andrew McGann, 28, of Springdale, Arkansas, was arrested Wednesday and charged with two counts of capital murder in the killings of 43-year-old Clinton David Brink and his wife, 41-year-old Cristen Amanda Brink, Arkansas State Police announced Wednesday evening. The Brinks were "fatally attacked" while out hiking with their two daughters at Devil's Den State Park on July 26, police said. The children, ages 7 and 9, were not harmed in the incident. McGann was arrested shortly before 5 p.m. local time at a business in Springdale, about 30 miles north of the park, state police said. At a news conference Wednesday night, an official said the business McGann was arrested at was a hair salon. The official said McGann had recently moved to the area from Oklahoma and had been hired to work at a local school. Asked about a motive, investigators declined to comment, saying the case is still active and that it would be premature to do so. "Our entire state is grieving for the tragic loss and senseless and horrific crime that's taken place," Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders said, adding, "One of the worst experiences that certainly I've ever had was making a phone call to the Brink family earlier this week. Nothing like that should ever have taken place." Police previously said the suspect was seen leaving the area of the park in a black, four-door sedan, possibly a Mazda, with a license plate covered by tape, police said. MORE: Police release photo of person of interest sought after couple killed while hiking in Arkansas park Arkansas State Police had released a composite sketch and photo from behind of a man who was seen in Devil's Den State Park on Saturday, the day of the killings. Police asked for the public's help in identifying the man, who they said was wanted for questioning in connection with the double homicide. The FBI assisted Arkansas State Police with its investigation "by providing additional manpower and specialized resources." Police have not yet revealed how the Brinks were killed. MORE: Suspect on the run after killing couple hiking with their 2 kids at Arkansas' Devil's Den State Park: Police The Brinks had recently moved to Prairie Grove from another state, police said. The children are safe and in the custody of relatives, according to police. All trails at Devil's Den State Park, which were closed following the killings, will remain closed for now, Arkansas Secretary of Parks Shay Lewis said.
The Guardian
16 hours ago
- The Guardian
Arkansas police arrest man in killings of married couple hiking in state park
A 28-year-old Arkansas man was arrested on Wednesday in the killings of a married couple in front of their children at Devil's Den state park over the weekend, officials said. Arkansas state police arrested James Andrew McGann from Springdale and charged him with two counts of capital murder. Police did not mention a possible motive. McGann had been hired at Springdale public schools as a teacher candidate for the upcoming year but had not yet come into contact with any of its families or students, the district said in a statement. A lawyer couldn't be located for him yet as he's just been arrested. It was not immediately clear when his first court appearance was, or where he was being held. 'No news can heal the enormous harm done to the Brink family in last weekend's crime, but this announcement is a comfort and reassurance for our state,' said Arkansas's governor, Sarah Huckabee Sanders, in a statement. 'If you commit a violent, senseless act here in our state, our law enforcement will hunt you down and bring you to justice, because that's what the people of Arkansas frankly deserve,' the governor added. Clinton David Brink, 43, and Cristen Amanda Brink, 41, were found dead on Saturday on a walking trail at Devil's Den. Their daughters, who are seven and nine, were not hurt and are being cared for by family members, authorities have said. Police had released a composite sketch and photo of a person of interest they were searching for in the attack. Along with the drawing, state police released a statement saying the suspect 'likely sustained an injury while attacking the couple'. It did not go into further detail. The state police have released few details, including how the couple was killed. The FBI has said its Little Rock field office is assisting in the investigation. The head of the state police praised the cooperation among law enforcement in catching McGann. 'Because of their hard work and investigative skill, we were able to take a monster off the streets, and bring relief to those two precious girls, and the rest of our citizens,' Col Mike Hagar, the director of the Arkansas state police, said. The Brinks had just moved from South Dakota to the small city of Prairie Grove in north-west Arkansas. Clinton Brink had been scheduled to start a job as a milk delivery driver on Monday in the nearby Fayetteville area, according to Hiland Dairy, his employer. Cristen Brink had been licensed as a nurse in Montana and South Dakota before moving to Arkansas. The Brink family said the couple died as 'heroes protecting their little girls'. Devil's Den is a 2,500-acre state park near West Fork, about 140 miles (220km) north-west of Little Rock, the state capital. The park's trails, which lead to the surrounding Ozark national forest, remained closed on Wednesday.
