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Alex Thompson: 'Democrats were 'scared' to speak out on Biden's decline'
Alex Thompson: 'Democrats were 'scared' to speak out on Biden's decline'

Yahoo

time26-05-2025

  • Politics
  • Yahoo

Alex Thompson: 'Democrats were 'scared' to speak out on Biden's decline'

A new bombshell book is detailing Democrats' frustration with former President Biden's decision to run for re-election despite his ongoing decline. But is Biden the only one to blame for Trump's return to the White House? MSNBC's Ayman Mohyeldin, Catherine Rampell and Antonia Hylton speak with Axios' Alex Thompson on his new book, "Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again."

Rep. Ryan Rose Announces Re-Election Campaign for Arkansas House District 48
Rep. Ryan Rose Announces Re-Election Campaign for Arkansas House District 48

Associated Press

time22-05-2025

  • Business
  • Associated Press

Rep. Ryan Rose Announces Re-Election Campaign for Arkansas House District 48

Van Buren, AR May 21, 2025 --( )-- State Representative Ryan Rose (R – Van Buren/Ft. Smith) officially announced his candidacy for re-election Wednesday, seeking a third term representing Arkansas House District 48. 'From day one, I've been committed to fighting for the families, values, and future of the River Valley and all of Arkansas,' said Rep. Ryan Rose. 'I've worked to cut taxes, protect the unborn, advance education freedom, and deliver conservative healthcare reforms that save lives. I've been a bold voice for faith, family, and freedom in every committee, every floor debate, and every policy discussion. We've made major strides, but our work is far from done. That's why I'm running for re-election, to continue delivering real results and building a safer, stronger, and more prosperous Arkansas.' Rep. Rose was the lead house sponsor on 15 key pieces of legislation this session and he co-sponsored an additional 27 new laws. Some of his accomplishments from the 95th Legislative Session include: · Protecting Lives and Health: Authored HB1309 and HB1859 for early cancer detection and comprehensive reconstructive coverage, inspired by his wife Tiffany's battle with breast cancer. Rep. Rose also maintained a 100% pro-life voting record, vigorously defending the lives of the unborn. · Combating Human Trafficking: Led a multi-agency working group and passage of landmark legislation SB428 and SB430 to ensure justice and restitution for survivors of human trafficking. · Cutting Taxes and Government Efficiency: Co-sponsored legislation repealing the state grocery tax, increased the Homestead Property Tax Credit and championed measures eliminating bureaucratic waste. · Higher Ed & Education Freedom: Co-sponsored Arkansas ACCESS, which reforms higher education by enhancing academic readiness, streamlining admissions, expanding scholarships, and standardizing credits to better serve students and families. Continued the fight for education freedom and defending parental rights. Rose's effectiveness and leadership are widely recognized and endorsed by prominent conservative leaders: · Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders: 'I'm proud to endorse Representative Ryan Rose for re-election. He's a proven conservative leader for the people of Van Buren. He has championed pro-life causes, lowering taxes, empowering parents through education reform, and improving cancer treatments — an issue that is personal for both of us.' · U.S. Senator Tom Cotton: 'I wholeheartedly endorse Representative Ryan Rose for re-election. Ryan is a proven conservative who defends the unborn, cuts taxes, and champions education freedom.' · Attorney General Tim Griffin: 'Ryan has championed education and healthcare reform, helped lower taxes, and been one of the leading voices in the legislature for conservative pro-life, pro-family values.' Rose has also earned endorsements from Speaker Brian Evans, Senate President Bart Hester, and numerous state legislators from the River Valley. For more information, visit Contact: 479.285.6383 / [email protected] Contact Information: Ryan Rose for Arkansas Ryan A. Rose 4792856383 Contact via Email Communications Read the full story here: Rep. Ryan Rose Announces Re-Election Campaign for Arkansas House District 48 Press Release Distributed by

Tapper tells 'Morning Joe' hosts that Biden made targeted effort to convince Scarborough he was fit for office
Tapper tells 'Morning Joe' hosts that Biden made targeted effort to convince Scarborough he was fit for office

Fox News

time21-05-2025

  • Politics
  • Fox News

Tapper tells 'Morning Joe' hosts that Biden made targeted effort to convince Scarborough he was fit for office

CNN's Jake Tapper told MSNBC host Joe Scarborough on Wednesday that former President Joe Biden made a targeted effort to sell the MSNBC host on his re-election campaign during a conversation on "Morning Joe." Tapper described Biden to Scarborough as "a frequent viewer of the show," and then referenced a 2023 Washington Post column by David Ignatius, where the columnist wrote that the former president should not run for re-election. "And then [Ignatius] came on this show and you guys had a robust conversation about this," Tapper said, noting the MSNBC host agreed at the time that there were concerns about the former president running for re-election but also that there were no alternatives. Tapper and Alex Thompson, an Axios reporter, joined "Morning Joe" to discuss their new book, "Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again," which details the former president's decision to run again and the cover-up of his decline while in office. "Joe Biden saw that. Joe Biden said to staffers that he wanted to convince you that you were wrong, and he focused on you like you were a constituency, like you were farmers in Iowa, like you were the Kiwanis Clubs in New Hampshire. And he made sure that you thought differently," Tapper told Scarborough. Scarborough said he must have spoken to Biden on his "good days" as MSNBC's Willie Geist said that it was very possible Scarborough got to see the former president when he was well-rested and prepared. "It was a campaign though, for Joe, it was a campaign. The Biden people wanted to make sure that Joe [Scarborough] saw Biden at his best," Tapper added. Tapper asked the MSNBC host what time of day he saw Biden, and Scarborough said it was a lunch meeting. "There you go," Tapper responded. "Middle of the day." Scarborough was confronted with a viral clip of himself deeming the former president the "best Biden ever" on Tuesday, and ultimately stood by his comments during a conversation with Mark Halperin on his show, "Next Up with Mark Halperin." "I've said it for years now, he's cogent. But I undersold it when I said he was cogent, he's far beyond cogent. In fact, I think he's better than he's ever been, intellectually, analytically, because he's been around for 50 years," Scarborough said during a March 2024 "Morning Joe" broadcast. "Start your tape right now because I'm about to tell you the truth. And f-you if you can't handle the truth. This version of Biden, intellectually, analytically, is the best Biden ever." Scarborough argued to Halperin, "He stumbled and bumbled around, Mark. I mean, yeah, he certainly did. Donald Trump did, other politicians did, and it's actually the same case as a lot of times when I've gone in and talked to Donald Trump." "Put into proper context, I'm just not going to freak out and melt down on one or two clips here and there," the "Morning Joe" host added. "And again he bumbled around, and he stumbled around, but he has for quite some time. That didn't seem to me to get in the way of Joe Biden being able to analyze the most important issues."

Daphne Mayor Robin LeJeune to run for re-election
Daphne Mayor Robin LeJeune to run for re-election

Yahoo

time17-05-2025

  • Business
  • Yahoo

Daphne Mayor Robin LeJeune to run for re-election

DAPHNE, Ala. (WKRG) — Daphne Mayor Robin LeJeune has announced he will run for re-election. Gov. Kay Ivey, Alabama Legislature honor Mayor Sandy Stimpson for Mobile's progress During LeJeune's first term in office, the Jubilee City has seen several improvements, including finishing major infrastructure projects, improving public safety, expanding economic development and expanded recreational opportunities, a news release said. According to the release, LeJeune's administration secured more than $20 million in federal and state grant funds to help pay for the aforementioned projects. 'When I took office in 2020, my goal was clear — to continue to work to make Daphne an exceptional community where residents, businesses and families can truly thrive,' LeJeune said. 'By listening to our citizens and working closely together, we've made meaningful progress in enhancing the quality of life throughout our city, and I'm excited about continuing that momentum. FWC cracks down on boating safety in Pensacola Bay ahead of Memorial Day Weekend Before being elected mayor, LeJeune served on the city council for eight years, serving one of those years as city council president. He has also owned the Market by the Bay restaurant for nearly two decades. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

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