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Daily Mail
08-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mail
Kristi Noem's agents hit restaurant owned by CBS anchor's husband
By Federal immigration agents targeted a series of Washington, D.C. eateries this week asking for employment information – visiting high-profile establishment linked to CBS anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell. O'Donnell (Pictured), a contributor to '60 minutes' who moderated last year's vice presidential debate, is married to Geoff Tracy, proprietor of Chef Geoff's, one of the restaurants the agents visited. As at a handful of restaurants they visited amid Trump's 'mass deportation' campaign, agents asked to see I-9 forms for staff. The forms are used for employment eligibility. Agents also went to Millie's, a restaurant located near the American University campus in tony Spring Valley, Washingtonian reported. They also hit other restaurants in DC's Shaw neighborhood and downtown. 'They all came in all of the public entrances at the same time,' ownder Bo Blair told the magazine. The visits came amid rumors among DC's restaurants and businesses that ICE raids could be coming. Restaurants have been instructing managers and staff about how to respond when agents arrive. 'I have heard those reports. I've been getting them all morning. I am disturbed by them. It appears as though ICE is at restaurants, or even at neighborhoods, and it doesn't look like they're targeting criminals, and it does look like they're disrupting,' DC Mayor Muriel Bowser told Fox 5. Owners said the visits sent some employees into a panic. Her remark came during a week when she appeared with Trump at the White House as he announced a plan to build a new football stadium in Washington, DC on the site of the old RFK stadium. No one was taken into custody after nearly a dozen officials in Department of Homeland Security Agencies visited the establishment. Restauranteurs said the agents were polite but in some cases said they would be back to follow up. Trump sued CBS last year demanding $20 billion in damages after its '60 Minutes' interview with former Vice President Kamala Harris after attacking how it was edited. Although many legal experts have attacked the merits of the case, last week parent company Paramount began mediation talks with Trump's reps. Paramount and Skydance media are seeking approval of an $8 billion merger. Senate Democrats this week urged top Paramount shareholder Shari Redstone (pictured) not to settle. ICE didn't immediately respond to a request for comment.
Daily Mail
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mail
ICE Barbie Kristi Noem's agents shock during raid at restaurant owned by CBS anchor's husband
Federal immigration agents targeted a series of Washington, D.C. eateries this week asking for employment information – visiting high-profile establishment linked to CBS anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell. O'Donnell, a contributor to '60 minutes' who moderated last year's vice presidential debate, is married to Geoff Tracy, proprietor of Chef Geoff's, one of the restaurants the agents visited. As at a handful of restaurants they visited amid Trump's 'mass deportation' campaign, agents asked to see I-9 forms for staff. The forms are used for employment eligibility. Agents also went to Millie's, a restaurant located near the American University campus in tony Spring Valley, Washingtonian reported. They also hit other restaurants in DC 's Shaw neighborhood and downtown. 'They all came in all of the public entrances at the same time,' ownder Bo Blair told the magazine. The visits came amid rumors among DC's restaurants and businesses that ICE raids could be coming. Restaurants have been instructing managers and staff about how to respond when agents arrive. 'I have heard those reports. I've been getting them all morning. I am disturbed by them. It appears as though ICE is at restaurants, or even at neighborhoods, and it doesn't look like they're targeting criminals, and it does look like they're disrupting,' DC Mayor Muriel Bowser told Fox 5. Owners said the visits sent some employees into a panic. Her remark came during a week when she appeared with Trump at the White House as he announced a plan to build a new football stadium in Washington, DC on the site of the old RFK stadium. No one was taken into custody after nearly a dozen officials in Department of Homeland Security Agencies visited the establishment. Restauranteurs said the agents were polite but in some cases said they would be back to follow up. Trump sued CBS last year demanding $20 billion in damages after its '60 Minutes' interview with former Vice President Kamala Harris after attacking how it was edited. Although many legal experts have attacked the merits of the case, last week parent company Paramount began mediation talks with Trump's reps. Paramount and Skydance media are seeking approval of an $8 billion merger. Senate Democrats this week urged top Paramount shareholder Shari Redstone not to settle. ICE didn't immediately respond to a request for comment. Trump's representatives are in mediation with CBS over Trump's suit against the network
Yahoo
30-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Voting centers open for county's District 1 supervisor special election
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Voters in San Diego County's District 1 can now cast their ballots for the supervisor special election at a handful of designated vote centers. Early in-person voting officially began on Saturday. The vote centers, seven in total, will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. from now until Monday, April 7. The vote centers are located throughout the district and include the following locations: Bonita-Sunnyside Branch Library – Community Room 4375 Bonita Rd., Bonita, 91902 Chula Vista City Hall 276 4th Ave., Chula Vista, 91910 County of San Diego HHSA – Conference Room 690 Oxford St., Chula Vista, 91911 West View Elementary – Auditorium 525 3rd St., Imperial Beach, 91932 Mountain View Community Center – Back Meeting Room 641 S Boundary St., San Diego, 92113 San Ysidro Senior Center 125 E Park Ave., San Ysidro, 92173 Spring Valley Community Center – Olsen Room 8735 Jamacha Blvd., Spring Valley, 91977 MORE: District 1 Supervisor special election On April 8, the final day of voting, six additional vote centers will open, bringing the total to 13 locations. Voting hours on that day will extend to 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voters can find more details on vote center locations or official ballot drop box sites through their voter information pamphlets or by using the View Voter Information Pamphlet (Sample Ballot) tool at This special primary election is for residents of District 1 only. The district spans from the Pacific Ocean to the Otay and San Miguel mountains in the east, and from Barrio Logan in the north to the U.S./Mexico international border to the south. The district includes the cities of Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, National City, and parts of San Diego, including Barrio Logan, East Village and Golden Hill, as well as the unincorporated areas of Bonita, East Otay Mesa, Lincoln Acres, Sunnyside and La Presa. The candidate who secures the most votes on April 8 will serve the remainder of the current term, which ends in January 2029. However, if no candidate receives a majority, the top two vote-getters will proceed to the special general election on July 1. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Arabian Business
26-02-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
UAE's Spring Valley to build $50mn agro-commodity hub at JAFZA, targeting regional food security
Spring Valley, a home-grown agro-commodity supplier, will invest $50 million (AED 184 million) to develop a new distribution hub at Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza). The new facility, spanning more than 106,000 featuring advanced processing and storage capabilities, including consumer packaging, roasting and grinding operations, is aimed at supporting regional food security, the company said. Toms Mathew, Executive Director, Spring Valley Food Industries, said as a home-grown brand, the new hub in Jafza will strengthen the company's role in regional food security. 'Our strategic location next to a world-class port ensures efficient logistics, enhancing the UAE's position as a leading hub for essential food,' he said. Abdulla Al Hashmi, COO, Parks & Zones, DP World GCC, said with 80 per cent of the region's food supply being imported and global demand set to soar for two billion more people by 2050, ensuring food security is more critical than ever. 'We are pleased to welcome Spring Valley to Jafza at a time when Dubai plays a vital role as a hub for the UAE's food trade, handling 75 per cent of the nation's food and beverage imports,' he said. Jafza's growing F&B sector The first phase of the Spring Valley project is to be completed within two years, with the hub expected to process more than 65,000 metric tonnes of staple food ingredients such as pulses, spices and nuts, generating over AED 440 million in annual turnover once fully operational. The facility will operate with 100 per cent sustainable and carbon-neutral processing, featuring a solar power plant in line with Dubai's renewable energy goals. Jafza, a key driver of the UAE's food trade, continues to see robust growth, hosting over 770 F&B businesses operating within the zone, up 14 per cent year-on-year.
Zawya
24-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Spring Valley to establish agro-commodity hub at Jafza, driving regional food security
Spring Valley, a home-grown agro-commodity supplier, is investing AED184 million to develop a new distribution hub at Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), supporting regional food security. Spanning more than 106,000 sq. ft, the facility will feature advanced processing and storage capabilities, including consumer packaging, roasting and grinding operations. The first phase will be completed within two years, with the hub expected to process more than 65,000 metric tonnes of staple food ingredients -- such as pulses, spices and nuts – generating over AED440 million in annual turnover once fully operational. Abdulla Al Hashmi, COO, Parks & Zones, DP World GCC, said, 'We are pleased to welcome Spring Valley to Jafza. With 80% of the region's food supply being imported and global demand set to soar for two billion more people by 2050, ensuring food security is more critical than ever. Dubai plays a vital role as a hub for the UAE's food trade, handling 75% of the nation's food and beverage imports. Jafza's dedicated F&B terminal, advanced logistics network, and vibrant business community continue to drive innovation, and we're committed to investing in solutions to secure the future of the global food supply.' The global agricultural commodity market is projected to grow from $220 billion in 2024 to $277 billion in 2028, driven by rising demand for healthier diets and a growing global population. Toms Mathew, Executive Director, Spring Valley Food Industries, said, 'As a home-grown brand, this new hub in Jafza strengthens our role in regional food security. Our strategic location next to a world-class port ensures efficient logistics, enhancing the UAE's position as a leading hub for essential food.' The facility will operate with 100% sustainable and carbon-neutral processing, featuring a solar power plant in line with Dubai's renewable energy goals. It will also adhere to the highest international food safety standards, with HACCP and BRCGS certifications. Jafza, a key driver of the UAE's food trade, continues to see robust growth, hosting over 770 F&B businesses operating within the zone, up 14% year-on-year. In 2023, its F&B sector facilitated trade worth AED23.2 billion, representing 26% of Dubai's total F&B trade value.
