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2 days ago
- Entertainment
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Gets Delightfully Catty On Trump-Musk Split
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) played the feud between President Donald Trump and former DOGE henchman Elon Musk for laughs on Thursday. (Watch the video below.) Approached by Spectrum News 1 about the fracture in their bromance, the smiling AOC said: 'Oh man, the girls are fighting, aren't they?' The progressive lawmaker could be forgiven for a little regressive humor. She has been one of the Democrats' most vocal opponents of Trump's so-called 'Big Beautiful Bill' ― the legislation that actually ignited the Trump-Musk row. Musk called the spending measure an abomination and once Trump finally expressed his disappointment in the Tesla magnate and Trump mega-donor, things turned personal between the two. The bill is being ironed out in the Senate and would reportedly ax 11 million people off Medicaid over time. Ocasio-Cortez had made a similar prediction last month. 'When this country wakes up in the morning, there will be consequences to pay for this,' she said at the time. But perhaps she didn't see the bill resulting in the breakup of DC's premier platonic power couple. For a moment anyway, it was something to crack wise about. Stephen Colbert Spots The Musk-Trump Feud Moment That Proves 'Things Are Bad' 1 Subtle Barb In Trump-Musk Blow-Out Has Dana Bash Saying 'Wow, Wow, Wow' 'My Prediction': Jimmy Kimmel Reveals Ugly Next Phase Of Trump-Musk Feud
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
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Trump pardons Michael Grimm, former NY congressman who pleaded guilty to tax evasion
President Donald Trump has pardoned Michael Grimm, the former New York congressman who served seven months in prison for tax evasion a decade ago, according to a White House official. The pardon is the latest in a string of clemency actions taken by Trump, who has largely circumvented the usual process run through the Department of Justice and instead has used his powers to commute or pardon individuals with ties to his political allies. Grimm, who represented Staten Island and parts of Brooklyn, was charged in April 2014 with tax evasion, but refused to give up his House seat for months. The pardon was earlier reported by Spectrum News 1. He later pleaded guilty and was sentenced in 2015 to eight months incarceration, seven of which he served in prison and one he served under house arrest. Aside from his criminal conviction, Grimm may be best remembered for threatening to break a reporter in half 'like a boy' when the reporter questioned him about his campaign finances during an incident caught on camera at the Capitol in January 2014. He also threatened to throw the reporter off a balcony. Grimm, who worked as an on-air personality for Newsmax, was badly injured in a fall from a horse during a polo competition last year. Trump also on Wednesday commuted the sentence of Larry Hoover, a former gang leader from Chicago, according to the White House official. Hoover, the co-founder of the Chicago-based gang called the Gangster Disciples, was convicted of murder in 1973 and has been serving several life sentences. Hoover's commutation was first reported by NOTUS.
Los Angeles Times
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
LA Times Today: Cannes Film Festival brings out the stars and early Oscar buzz
So far, the longest standing ovation this year at the Cannes Film Festival has set the record for the longest ever, lasting 12 minutes. For an insider's look at the movies getting the most acclaim plus new red carpet fashion rules Spectrum News 1 anchor Kate Cagle talked to L.A. Times film critic Amy Nicholson who joined her from the French Riviera.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Politics
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Here's How News Networks Will Cover the 5th Anniversary of George Floyd's Death
May 25 marks five years since the death of George Floyd in police custody in Minneapolis, Minn. Occurring at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, Floyd's death shook the nation to its core, sparking protests not only nationally, but also globally. The case led to a racial reckoning, with calls for societal reform, police reform, and reminders that Black Lives Matter. As the fifth anniversary of Floyd's death approaches, various networks are returning to Minneapolis with coverage plans to mark this solemn occasion. ABC News National correspondent Alex Perez will revisit George Floyd Square five years after being one of the first correspondents on the ground in Minneapolis. He also covered the subsequent protests and national reckoning on race in the month following Floyd's death. Meanwhile, ABC Owned television stations KTRK in Texas and WTVD in North Carolina will sit down with Floyd's loved ones as they reflect on his life and legacy. MSNBCThe network will offer live coverage from Minneapolis, plus dedicated coverage to mark the anniversary, and various guests will reflect on the anniversary. NewsNationThe network will offer coverage of the Commemorative Walk held in part at George Floyd Square on May 24th. Special guests and network correspondents will contribute additional reporting. NBC NewsCorrespondent Shaq Brewster will be on the ground in Minneapolis, reporting across all platforms on how the city has-and hasn't-changed five years later, and whether police reforms that were introduced after Floyd's murder have lasted. reporter Curtis Bunn will visit the infamous intersection of 39th Ave and Chicago St., speaking with residents who say the neighborhood has become unsafe. And NBC News Supreme Court reporter Lawrence Hurley will report on the status of a legal defense called 'qualified immunity,' which received national debate after Floyd's death. PBS NewsPBS News Hour special correspondent Fred de Sam Lazaro looks at where Minneapolis stands today on issues concerning racial justice and police reform. He also speaks to Floyd's aunt, as well as the former Minneapolis police chief, the current head of public safety, and a lawyer who has represented several police officers in the area. Spectrum NewsSpectrum News' local news channel, Spectrum News 1 in North Carolina, will air George Floyd: 5 Years Later on May 28 at 8 p.m. ET. Hosted by Spectrum News 1 political anchor Tim Boyum, the special will look back at Floyd's death, the events that followed, and efforts to create societal change.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Cameras Catch Scottie Scheffler's Son's Special Moment at PGA Championship
Scottie Scheffler showed the world, once again, why he is the best golfer on the planet. The No. 1 ranked golfer in the world won his first PGA Championship on Sunday, his third major of his career. Scheffler won the 2022 and 2024 Masters, and has many other career highlights including becoming the first golfer to win The Players Championship in back-to-back years (2023 and 2024). Advertisement Scheffler entered the final round with a three-stroke lead over Alex Noren. Scheffler would finish his final round with an even-par 71, walking away with a five-stroke victory over second place finishers Bryson DeChambeau, Davis Riley and Harris English. Alongside Scheffler at Quail Hollow on Sunday, was his wife Meredith, their one-year-old son, Bennett, and Scheffler's parents, Scott and Diane Scheffler. While the celebration and fanfare was going on around the course following the hoisting of the Wanamaker Trophy, another (apparent) family milestone took place seemingly unnoticed. The camera of Mike Solarte, the Sports Director at Spectrum News 1 in Charlotte, caught Scheffler's son, Bennett, standing on his own for the first time. Advertisement While it has not been confirmed if this was the first time Bennett ever stood up on his own, mom's reaction certainly seemed that way. While the video has been picked up by larger media outlets, totaling over four million views, Solarte had it first, posting it to his official X account (@MikeSolarte). Scottie Scheffler poses for a photo with his wife, Meredith and son Bennett after winning the PGA Championship golf tournament at Quail Hollow.© Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images Scheffler's one-year-old has already been garnering a lot of attention across social media. Following his final putt, Scheffler walked the rope of fans with his son in his arms, as the two made their way to sign dad's final scorecard. Scheffler went viral for placing Bennett on the floor, dropping his hat on the floor as a momentary distraction, before heading to the scorer's table. Advertisement Scheffler and his wife and son have plenty of reasons to celebrate this month, as Bennett turned one on May 8. Related: Rory McIlroy's 4-Year-Old Daughter Steals the Show at Masters Par 3 Contest
