Eminem sticks it to NFL at Super Bowl

 

Today's Top Stories:

Eminem sticks it to NFL in Super Bowl halftime show
Marshall Mathers took a knee in solidarity with banished quarterback Colin Kaepernick’s stance against racism and police violence during a bombastic, hip hop throwback performance.

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Jim Jordan: Trump "right on target" to suggest executions for Clinton campaign aides
The congressman from Ohio dropped in on Fox & Friends over the weekend for a wee bit of inflammatory rabble-rousing.

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BOMBSHELL: Democrats score HUGE win ahead of midterms
No Lie with Brian Tyler Cohen: WOW.

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On Parkland anniversary, Biden urges Congress on gun control
Four years after 17 people were gunned down at Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, President Biden says his administration stands with the advocates working to end gun violence and urges the nation to uphold the "solemn obligation" to "keep each other safe."

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Bridge linking US and Canada reopens after police remove last protesters
The Ambassador Bridge, the busiest land border crossing between the US and Canada, reopened late Sunday after police cleared and arrested a lingering group of protesters demonstrating against COVID vaccine mandates.

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Rudy Giuliani reportedly in talks to testify before 1/6 committee
Rudy was subpoenaed by the committee last month along with three Trump attorneys involved in efforts to overturn the 2020 election: Jenna Ellis, Sidney Powell, and Boris Epshteyn.

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DeSantis digs in on redistricting fight... against fellow Republicans
Republicans in the Florida House and Senate have proposed a map that would largely preserve the political status quo, while DeSantis wants to break up a Democratic-leaning district to dilute the African-American vote.

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Ron Johnson under fire for throwing Wisconsin kids to the wolves
United Rural Democrats: Wisconsin is waking up to the horrors of their Republican senator, but we all need to do our part to flip this Senate seat blue!

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John Eastman claims attorney-client privilege over thousands of pages sought by 1/6 investigators
Eastman, a close ally of Donald Trump amid his effort to subvert the 2020 election, has attempted to shield more than 10,000 pages of emails and counting from congressional investigators, citing attorney client or attorney work-product privileges.

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Melania Trump charity event for foster kids under investigation for potential fundraising violations
Say what you will, but this family is never not on brand.

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Donald Trump used a Secret Service agent's phone to call Melania Trump after the Stormy Daniels allegations broke
The former first lady apparently was refusing calls from the disgraced ex-president's personal phone, so he, uh, called an audible.

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Biden calls out lack of Black head coaches in NFL in Super Bowl interview
"It’s not a requirement of law, but it’s a requirement, I think, of just some generic decency," the president said.

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Seriously?

Elite Canadian soldiers took part in convoy protests

11 injured in random stabbing spree in Albuquerque

Flight attendant subdues unruly passenger with coffee pot blows

Russian cleared to skate at Olympics, but medals will be withheld

Yes. Seriously.

130,000 Russian troops now staged outside Ukraine

US halts avocado imports from Mexico after cartel threat

Hong Kong 'overwhelmed' as COVID infections hit record

Hope...

Detroit getting EV-charging road to power vehicles wirelessly

Team Fluff wins 2022 Puppy Bowl

Basic income pilot program expands access to immigrant families

Erin Jackson 1st Black woman to win Olympic speed skating gold

 

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Don Jr. Caught Lying Under Oath in Inauguration Scandal Case and There's Video PROOF

Don Jr. Caught Lying Under Oath in Inauguration Scandal Case and There’s Video PROOF

BY JASON MICIAK
APRIL 27, 2021

To the District of Columbia’s district attorney’s office, they have stayed in their lane regarding what appears to have been a civil (as opposed to criminal) scheme to grab as much money from the non-profit 2016 Trump inauguration committee as possible. Of course, the Trumps used one of their favorite tools to move money. Pay themselves for their services from a non-profit. Sound familiar?

At issue is the event organized by Stephanie Winston-Wolkoff. You recall that Stephanie was Melania’s bff, and White House East-Wing employee until Melania and company was summarily dumped Stephanie overboard as soon as questions were asked about the funds. There are rumblings about a possible criminal investigation but the D.C. D.A. decided to go with a civil case to retrieve any non-profit funds used to secure a serious profit through exorbitant hotel pricing for rooms, some of which were not even used.

It was in this context in which Don Jr. was asked about his friendship or business relationship with Winston-Wolkoff. From here, we let Mother Jones pick up the coverage:

During his deposition, Trump Jr. was asked about Winston Wolkoff: “Do you know her?” He replied, “I know of her. I think I’ve met her, but I don’t know her. If she was in this room, I’m not sure I would recognize her.” He added, “I had no involvement with her.”

“…documents obtained by Mother Jones shows there’s evidence that Trump Jr.’s claim of having ‘no involvement’ with Winston Wolkoff was false,” writes Mother Jones’ David Corn. “On January 17, 2017, an assistant for Ivanka Trump texted Winston Wolkoff and said that Trump Jr. wanted to speak to her, providing Winston Wolkoff with his cell number.”

It appears that Mother Jones even has videotape proving the lie:

Yes. Well – that would seem to settle the matter, or at least be enough for a prosecutor to look at whether Donald Trump Jr. lied regarding what he knew and when. As Mother Jones put it:

This footage is from a tony candlelight dinner held at Union Station in Washington, DC, the night before Trump’s inauguration. This soiree was one of the official inauguration events. (A million-dollar contribution to the inauguration committee earned a Trump donor a ticket.) Here Trump Jr. can be seen profusely praising Barrack and Winston Wolkoff for the “incredible” work they did. It seems he did know her.

Yes, everyone’s favorite way of getting around tough questions in a deposition or in a criminal case is “I don’t recall,” and yet that only gets one so far. At some point, one may run into sufficient evidence to prove that the “I don’t recall… I don’t know her… I wouldn’t recognize her…” no longer works and this is especially true when there is tape. Good luck, Junior.

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Elder's humiliating election loss excuses leak before voting ends

Today’s Action: Save California!

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Today's Top Stories:

Ahead of California's recall election, Republican Larry Elder website blames loss on voter fraud
Elder is already demanding the state legislature investigate "the twisted results of the 2021 recall election of Gov. Gavin Newsom." The election ends today.

Take Action: Demand the Jan 6th select committee subpoena Trump and insurrectionist-supporting Republicans NOW

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VIDEO OF THE DAY: Larry Elder makes disgusting comment on eve of California recall election
The leading GOP candidate in the state's recall election is taking a page straight out of Trump's playbook of phantom grievances, challenging the results of today's vote before it's even begun.

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Texas Republicans pull horrific stunt
No Lie with Brian Tyler Cohen: Disgusting.

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House Democrats propose new retirement plan rules for the rich in push for more equitable tax code
The reforms would end "backdoor" and "mega-backdoor" sheltering strategies for the wealthy and add new rules for individuals with retirement savings over $10 million.

Take Action: Tell President Biden to tax the wealthy to fund the infrastructure plan!

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Justice Barrett concerned about public perception of hyper-partisan Supreme Court
Gee, whatever in the world could give her that impression?

Take Action: Demand Congress expand the Supreme Court and END the shadow docket!

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Senate Democrats near agreement on new voting rights legislation
The bill is part of congressional Democrats' broader campaign to strengthen voting laws at the federal level to fight brazen voter-suppression laws passed in GOP-led states, such as Texas and Georgia.

Take Action: Tell President Biden and Congress to guarantee healthcare to ALL Americans — including mental health!

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Text messages from Jan. 6 reveal a wholly disinterested, checked-out Melania Trump as insurrection unfolded
"Shocking!" said no one.

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🔥 Richard Ojeda RIPS Kevin McCarthy
No Dem Left Behind: Watch the Army veterean and Democratic star call out the "treasonous coward" in no uncertain terms.

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Capitol Police are upping security ahead of rally in support of Jan. 6 rioters
This weekend's far-right rally will present law enforcement officials with the first large-scale security test to the Capitol since the attack on the complex by a pro-Trump mob.

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QAnon supporter at center of ivermectin firestorm, dies after bout with COVID
It's almost as if championing conspiratorial anti-science has real-world consequences.

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Fox News host Brian Kilmeade asks why Biden won't "yell" at Black voters "who put him in office" to get the COVID-19 vaccine
The morning show TV talker apparently wants the president to issue race-specific mandates, rather than the sweeping mandates he's already announced.

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Mike Huckabee blames COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy on Biden "boring us to death" with science
We here at OD Action can't speak for the deceased, but we're pretty sure the 662,000 Americans we've lost in the pandemic would've taken boredom over COVID any day.

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Seriously?

COVID misinfo spread by some docs without penalty

State lawmaker who kicked student sentenced to... Facebook jail

Fox News personality walked out of restaurant over vax requirement

Yes. Seriously.

Nicholas makes landfall in Texas

Study finds large drop in antibodies 4 months after vaccination

Embalmer shares nightmare COVID experiences

Alabama man turned away from 43 hospitals amid COVID surge dies

Vladimir Putin self-isolating after inner-circle COVID outbreak

Hope...

GoodGoodGood: Denver tackling homelessness while saving money

Oldest WWII US vet celebrates 112th birthday

Judge issues injunction against anti-abortion group in Texas

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Today’s Action: Save California!

If you haven’t heard, California Gov. Gavin Newsom is facing a crucial recall vote TODAY. This election has the power to drastically change the trajectory of the country, and not for the better. 

Everyone in California must return their ballots voting "NO" on the recall by TONIGHT AT 8PM!

If you live in California, make sure to vote "NO" in the recall election that ends TONIGHT! Drop off your ballot in a secure dropbox or mailbox by 8pm. You can track your ballot here. 

Don’t live in California? Reach out to any friends and family to help them make a plan to vote!

This isn’t just a fight for California. The Golden State is leading the way when it comes to advancing progressive causes in our country. A Republican governor in Sacramento would cause catastrophic harm to our shared progressive agenda well beyond the borders of California.

Case in point — California’s Diane Feinstein, 88, is the oldest member of the US Senate. A GOP governor, if given the opportunity, would fill any vacancy with a Republican — a move that would make Mitch McConnell Majority Leader, effectively dooming the rest of President Biden’s ambitious first-term agenda.

This election could cause irreparable harm if turnout is low among Democrats. We need everyone’s help in defeating this Trumpian recall election.

Spread the word for Californians to vote "NO" in the recall election that ends TONIGHT! Drop off your ballot in a secure dropbox or mailbox by 8pm. You can track your ballot here. 

Don’t live in California? Reach out to friends and family to help them make a plan to vote!

PS — Please don't forget to sign the petition to hold Florida Governor Ron DeSantis liable for his negligent response to the pandemic, and be sure to follow OD Action on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. 

Melania pours cold water on Trump's 2024 campaign plans

 

Today’s Action: Tell the Senate to pass the PRO Act for Labor day!

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Today's Top Stories:

Melania Trump tells friends she has no interest in being first lady again
Turns out we have something in common with Melania after all.

Take Action: Demand the Jan 6th select committee subpoena Trump and insurrectionist-supporting Republicans NOW

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VIDEO OF THE DAY: Chris Christie just made a fool of himself over the new Texas law on national TV
The former Republican governor tied himself in knots trying to defend the indefensible.

Take Action: Demand congress pass legislation protecting abortions nationwide!

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Texas Republicans pull horrific stunt
No Lie with Brian Tyler Cohen: Disgusting.

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More than 100 Democratic lawmakers introduce legislation to lower Medicare eligibility age to 60
Reminder to the "all politicians are the same" crowd, one party is trying to get Americans affordable healthcare while the other tries to take it away.

Take Action: Tell Congress to expand Medicare!

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Trump's Ambassador Craft steered US government business to her boss’ hotel
"An American diplomat using their position to line the president’s pockets is an example of the casual corruption that permeated the Trump administration and undermines confidence in the United States," said Jack Patterson of American Oversight.

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Judge stops Tennessee governor's anti-mask order
The judge did not agree with the Republican position that people have an inalienable right to endanger the lives of those around them.

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White nationalist Richard Spencer's life is in shambles as Charlottesville trial looms
Good.

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White nationalist Richard Spencer's life is in shambles as Charlottesville trial looms
Good.

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The legal minds who tried to overturn the election for Trump are being welcomed back Into polite society
Hey let's grab a cocktail and you can tell me about that time you tried to overthrow American democracy.

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They said they were vitamins: Inmates in Arkansas jail say they were unknowingly given ivermectin to treat COVID-19
Disgusting.

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Minnesota officers purged texts, emails after being sued over George Floyd protests
Just some casual destruction of evidence.

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Labor Day lessons from the American union movement's hidden history
This year, find inspiration in the bravery and sacrifice of generation after generation of workers who had nothing left to give — but still gave everything they had.

Take Action: Add your name to call for Congress to make the Child Tax Credit permanent!

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What in the world?

Taliban claims victory in last holdout province

Taliban stop planes of evacuees from leaving

South African ex-President Zuma released from prison on medical parole

Guinean military officer says president arrested, as coup unfolds

Sobering...

Former Marine wearing body armor fatally shoots 4 people, including baby

Man arrested for storming school with handcuffs when his kid was told to mask up

As Caldor Fire slows, 3 new wildfires erupt in California

Hope...

GoodGoodGood: India generating green energy from food leftovers

WWII veteran meets girl who sent him 'most-prized letter' 12 years later

Jill Biden returns to class as first First Lady to maintain fulltime job

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Today’s Action: Tell the Senate to pass the PRO Act for Labor day!

For many Americans, it will be another year of muted Labor Day celebrations, thanks to Covid year 2.

But that doesn’t change the meaning behind this day: to honor and further the labor movement and our workers that keep this country moving in the face of national tragedy. Our essential workers have received floods of thanks (as they should), but not necessarily the actual protections or hazard pay they need and deserve. And still, a year and a half into the pandemic, hospitals are understaffed and at capacity. 

In honor of Labor Day (created in response to 19th century worker’s strikes), we hope you’ll take a few moments out of your day to email or call (202.224.3121) your Senators demanding they support the PRO Act when they reconvene!

The PRO Act, or the Protecting the Right to Organize Act, would protect and guarantee the right to union membership and democratized workplaces. Everyone should have the right to organize their workplace and join a union, especially since wages have decreased while the cost of living has increased -- due in no small part to the fact that fewer than 11% of American workers are now unionized.

History shows that unions work. Teachers striking in LA in 2019 negotiated a 6% raise. Striking Frito-Lay workers in Topeka, Kansas, and Amazon workers in Bessemer, Alabama, have shown us just how valuable the right to unionize is by fighting incredibly wealthy corporations for better working conditions.

The fact is when unions thrive, American workers and families thrive too. It’s that simple. The PRO Act is an essential step in that direction.

Email or call (202.224.3121) your Senators and tell them to help pass the PRO Act in support of worker’s rights!

PS — If you haven't alreday, please don't forget to sign the petition to create a Sepcial Envoy to combat anti-Islamic hate, and be sure to follow OD Action on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.