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Bongino Reveals The Untold Story Behind Trump’s Crime Crackdown
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Bongino Reveals The Untold Story Behind Trump’s Crime Crackdown

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FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino revealed new details about a nationwide law enforcement initiative directed by President Donald Trump to combat violent crime in major U.S. cities.

Speaking during a Fox News segment, Bongino described how he and FBI Director Kash Patel were tasked with developing a plan to address the growing violence and lawlessness in cities such as San Francisco and Chicago.

“With regards to this crush and violent crime, whether it’s in San Francisco, Chicago, any other major city early on, this is kind of the untold story of this op,” Bongino said.

“I get appointed, announced in February. Come in in March. Kash is there a little bit earlier? President brings us in early and in essence, this is kind of the behind the scenes guys.”

According to Bongino, President Trump was personally moved to take action after witnessing rising crime and homelessness in the nation’s capital and other large cities.

“He says to us, you know, listen, I’m a builder. I’m in a lot of these big cities. He has just zero tolerance for violent crime. He just does. He drives around Washington, DC on these OTRS, off the record movements. He sees homelessness, crime, he can’t stand it. He says, What do we got to do to fix this?” Bongino said.

Bongino recalled that the President’s directive was simple and direct.

“And his answer is very simple. President is like, go get them boys. Go get them. That was it. Like, you do what you have to do.”

Following those instructions, Bongino and Patel assembled a team of top FBI special agents from across the country to design an aggressive strategy to target violent offenders.

“So we got in there cash and I and we brought in the best sac special agents in charge across the country, guys who had forgotten more about crime and enforcing it. The most people ever know. They’ve done this their whole lives,” he said.

“One of them, we pulled in from Phoenix. He had an amazing job out there. We said, Hey, James, Joe. I said, Joe, you tell me what we need to do to go get these demon savages off the street. Tell me what we need to do,” Bongino added.

The team established what Bongino called a “violent crime roundtable,” consisting of the nation’s top criminal investigators.

“We brought in a violent crime roundtable of the best Crim agents in the country. We figured out a battle plan. How to kind of water balloon. You know, when you squeeze a water balloon, you get a bowl. How do we bulge agents here and in, bulge agents there, and we cleaned up at the President’s direction, the director and I with the SEC and the agents in the field, we water ballooned around the country,” he said.

The results, Bongino reported, have been unprecedented.

“Get a load of this, guys. This is, this is going to trip you out. 28,000 violent crime arrests in 2025 and the year is not even over,” he said. “You say, What does that mean? Put it in comparison prior three, four years, the FBI under prior leadership at average, about 15, 16,000 we’re at 28,000 28,000 we’re not even done with the year. We haven’t even hit Thanksgiving or Christmas yet.”

Bongino credited the increase in arrests to strong leadership and support from the President, Attorney General, and FBI officials who redirected the agency’s focus back to its core mission.

“Shows you when you get a president, an attorney general, a deputy attorney general, and an FBI leadership team that lets the FBI do FBI work instead of getting into other nonsense in the past, look what happens your cities get cleaner,” Bongino concluded.

The data cited by Bongino represents one of the largest year-to-date surges in violent crime arrests in modern FBI history, marking a significant shift in federal law enforcement operations under President Trump’s direction.

Philadelphia DA Admits ‘Mistake’ After Murder Suspect Freed Twice Before Killing Kada Scott
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Philadelphia DA Admits ‘Mistake’ After Murder Suspect Freed Twice Before Killing Kada Scott

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Philadelphia authorities confirmed Monday that human remains found in a shallow grave over the weekend belong to 23-year-old Kada Scott, a woman who had been missing since October 4. DNA testing verified the identity of the remains, according to local reports.

Police have charged 21-year-old Keon King with kidnapping and murdering Scott.

King, who is currently being held on $2.5 million bail, had previously been arrested twice within the past year on similar charges involving another woman, but was released after both cases were dropped when the victim did not appear in court.

District Attorney Larry Krasner acknowledged that allowing King to go free following those earlier cases was a serious mistake.

“Everyone involved at this point, including the [initial prosecutor], agrees that we wish this happened differently,” Assistant District Attorney Toczylowski said Thursday.

Scott was last seen on October 4 after arriving for her overnight shift at a senior-living facility in Philadelphia.

Her car was later found parked outside the workplace, and investigators discovered several personal belongings nearby, including her glasses, cellphone case, iPad case, and bank card.

Authorities launched an intensive search for Scott after her disappearance, and the investigation quickly focused on King, who had a history of violent behavior.

Prosecutors revealed that one of King’s earlier kidnapping cases had been largely captured on video.

“One of those cases — King’s alleged assault and abduction of the woman in January — was largely captured on video, prosecutors say, so the case could have moved forward even without the woman’s testimony,” The Philadelphia Inquirer reported.

Despite that evidence, prosecutors withdrew both cases when the victim declined to appear in court. In one incident, King was accused of choking and kidnapping a former girlfriend inside his car.

King was released after posting 10% of a $200,000 bail set in his first kidnapping arrest. When questioned about why his office did not seek a higher bail amount, Krasner described the decision as “strategic,” citing challenges with overnight court appeals.

“You have the option of trying to do what is often a midnight or three o’clock in the morning telephonic appeal to a municipal court judge,” Krasner said.

“The unfortunate reality of this is that some, but not all of these judges, don’t want you calling them in the middle of the night. And if you do, they lower the bail. They don’t raise it, they don’t leave it. They lower it. So it is always a complex, strategic decision.”

Krasner also noted that prosecutors were concerned about the safety of victims who might have to testify while the defendant remained free on bail.

“The reason they had to worry he was going to come out of the same door they went in the courthouse right after they testified against him is because he was on bail,” Krasner said.

The district attorney’s office has faced mounting criticism over its handling of violent offenders and bail policies following a series of high-profile cases involving repeat suspects.

In Scott’s case, investigators believe she was abducted after finishing her overnight shift. Her disappearance prompted a citywide search effort that lasted more than two weeks before the discovery of her remains.

King was arrested shortly afterward and charged with kidnapping, murder, and related offenses.

A preliminary hearing in King’s case is scheduled for next month. He remains in custody at a Philadelphia detention facility.

Golf Icon Takes Swipe at Biden and ‘No Kings’ Protesters with Viral Tweet
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Golf Icon Takes Swipe at Biden and ‘No Kings’ Protesters with Viral Tweet

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Professional golfer Phil Mickelson weighed in on the “No Kings” protests that took place nationwide on Saturday, taking a swipe at both the demonstrators and Joe Biden in a message shared on X.

Mickelson, 55, used his account on the platform to comment on the wave of anti-Trump protests held across multiple cities, which organizers said were intended to oppose what they described as authoritarianism.

The six-time major champion, who has publicly supported President Donald Trump in the past, used the occasion to mock both the protesters and Biden’s handling of executive authority.

“On this special day as we all gather to fight against blanket auto pen pardons and executive orders, lawlessness, and stealing citizen’s resources for illegal non citizens, I believe it has worked!! That is no longer happening so great job everyone,” Mickelson wrote.

The message appeared to reference the controversy surrounding Biden’s reported use of an autopen to authorize pardons and sign executive actions while in office.

Biden’s reliance on the device drew criticism from lawmakers and commentators who said it reflected a lack of engagement in presidential duties.

Mickelson’s post also came after Biden’s departure from the 2024 presidential race, which ended amid declining approval ratings and growing discontent within his own party.

His decision to withdraw from contention left Kamala Harris to lead the Democratic ticket through the final months of the election cycle.

Mickelson, who joined LIV Golf after a long career on the PGA Tour, has been outspoken about national and political issues in recent years.

His post on Saturday drew attention from both golf fans and political commentators who noted that it came during widespread demonstrations under the banner “No Kings.”

According to reports from Breitbart News and other outlets, the protests featured groups of anti-Trump demonstrators dressed in costumes and carrying signs with slogans opposing the current administration.

Protesters were seen wearing inflatable frog, cat, and dinosaur costumes while chanting against what they described as “authoritarian rule.”

The gatherings took place in several major U.S. cities, including Washington, D.C., New York, and Los Angeles.

The “No Kings” demonstrations, coordinated by left-leaning groups, were promoted online as a statement against “executive overreach.”

The events occurred during the ongoing partial government shutdown that began October 1, after the Senate failed to pass a funding resolution.

Mickelson’s message quickly went viral among conservative commentators who praised the golfer’s willingness to speak publicly on political issues.

The post also sparked pushback from critics who accused him of mocking legitimate protest activity.

The veteran golfer did not issue a follow-up statement, and his representatives did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

However, Mickelson’s public support for President Trump has been consistent.

He previously praised Trump’s approach to business and sports infrastructure, including the President’s role in developing golf resorts and hosting professional tournaments.

The “No Kings” protests were among several nationwide events organized in recent weeks by groups critical of Trump’s administration and Republican leadership in Congress.

Mickelson, a 45-time PGA Tour winner and one of golf’s most recognizable figures, remains active in LIV Golf competition and has frequently used his platform to discuss both the sport and national issues.

Gran-Tifa: Boomers Show Up In Force for the ‘No Kings’ Anti-Trump Protests
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Gran-Tifa: Boomers Show Up In Force for the ‘No Kings’ Anti-Trump Protests

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Older demonstrators joined the nationwide “No Kings” protests on Saturday under the self-styled banner “Grantifa,” short for “Grandparents Against Fascism.”

The protests, which took place across the United States, were organized in opposition to President Donald Trump and his administration’s policies.

Photos and videos from the events showed older attendees holding handmade signs and wearing blue shirts identifying themselves as “Grantifa.”

Activist Shane Claiborne shared a photo from one protest showing two older participants carrying signs reading “GRANTIFA: Grandpops Against Fascism” and “GRANTIFA: Grandmoms Against Fascism.”

Claiborne wrote on X, “I met Grantifa today. We’re gonna be alright. #NoKings #NoKingsDayOct18th.”

Another image posted by X user William Coffin showed two older women in Arizona wearing shirts with the slogan “aka senior citizens against this bullsh*t,” with the caption, “It’s about to go down in AZ!”

The “No Kings” demonstrations were held in multiple cities nationwide and included a wide range of groups and participants. Protesters described their goal as opposing “authoritarianism” under President Trump.

Many attendees were seen in costumes shaped like frogs, cats, and dinosaurs, carrying homemade signs referencing civil rights and government accountability.

Democratic lawmakers including Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York, Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey, Sen. Adam Schiff of California, and former Rep. Beto O’Rourke of Texas participated in various events, joining organizers who said the demonstrations were meant to promote “power to the people.”

According to a report from Fox News Digital, the “No Kings” movement receives financial backing from a network of Democratic-aligned nonprofits, labor unions, and political action committees.

The report said several of the organizations tied to the movement have also been linked to anti-Israel activism.

Fox News cited billionaire donor George Soros’s Open Society Foundations as one of the primary sources of funding, noting that the foundation provided multimillion-dollar grants to groups participating in the protests.

Republican lawmakers including Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas and Sen. Chuck Grassley of Iowa have called for federal investigations into the financing and coordination of the demonstrations.

Lawmakers expressed concern that some of the groups involved could be using political donations to fund protests that overlap with previously identified Antifa-affiliated networks.

Breitbart News has reported that earlier “No Kings” protests also saw a rise in participation from older Americans.

At demonstrations in Virginia and other states, many attendees were over the age of 60, carrying signs referencing Social Security, Medicare, and opposition to what they called “authoritarianism.”

Some participants carried American flags or wore patriotic clothing while voicing criticism of the administration.

The emergence of the “Grantifa” identity comes amid heightened federal scrutiny of left-wing protest groups.

President Donald Trump formally designated Antifa a domestic terrorist organization in September, citing its involvement in organized acts of violence, intimidation, and doxxing.

The executive order directed federal agencies to identify, investigate, and dismantle Antifa’s funding networks, describing the group as a “militarist, anarchist enterprise” responsible for coordinating riots and attacks on law enforcement officers.

White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent have pledged to “use the whole of the federal government” to track and disrupt the financing of left-wing domestic terror networks.

In a joint statement, they said the administration would “follow the money” behind organized protest activity and identify “terrorist operations” operating under banners and slogans associated with Antifa.

Local police in several cities said they were monitoring events for possible criminal activity but did not indicate any major incidents.

Federal authorities continue to assess the scope and funding of nationwide demonstrations connected to Antifa-related networks.

NYC Socialist Candidate Brags About Campaigning with Imam Connected to 1993 WTC Bombing
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NYC Socialist Candidate Brags About Campaigning with Imam Connected to 1993 WTC Bombing

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New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani is facing renewed criticism after sharing a photo from a recent visit to Masjid At-Taqwa in Brooklyn, where he met with Imam Siraj Wahhaj and Harlem Councilmember Yusef Salaam.

The image, which Mamdani posted online and described as a “beautiful Jummah,” has drawn attention due to Wahhaj’s controversial history and past associations.

Mamdani, a New York state assemblyman representing Queens and a self-described democratic socialist, met with the two men days after his debate with former Governor Andrew Cuomo.

His campaign event was framed as an outreach visit to the Muslim community, but the post quickly became the subject of public scrutiny once details about Wahhaj’s background resurfaced.

According to federal court records and historical reporting, Siraj Wahhaj was named an unindicted co-conspirator in the 1993 World Trade Center bombing case.

The attack, which killed six people and injured more than 1,000, was the first major terrorist assault on American soil by Islamist extremists.

Wahhaj had also testified in defense of Omar Abdel-Rahman, the “Blind Sheikh” who was later convicted of masterminding that bombing.

Wahhaj’s public statements have long drawn criticism from counterterrorism experts and political figures.

He has previously stated that “Islam is better than democracy” and predicted that “in time, democracy will crumble.”

In multiple sermons throughout the 1990s, Wahhaj advocated for the implementation of sharia law and expressed disdain for Western democratic systems.

During a 1991 sermon, Wahhaj reportedly said, “Those who struggle for Allah, it doesn’t matter what kind of weapons [you use] … If you have faith in Allah and a knife! If Allah wants you to win, you will win!” He continued, “Because Allah is the only one who fights. And when his hand is over your hand, whoever is at war against my friends, I declare war on them… The Americans are not your friends … The Canadians are not your friends … The Europeans are not your friends.”

Over the years, Wahhaj’s statements and activities have continued to generate controversy.

According to public records, several individuals affiliated with his Brooklyn mosque were later convicted for providing material support to terrorists, including individuals connected to Omar Abdel-Rahman.

Wahhaj himself has publicly accused U.S. intelligence agencies of wrongdoing, referring to the FBI and CIA as “the real terrorists” and warning followers to distrust federal law enforcement.

In 2023, Wahhaj endorsed Yusef Salaam, one of the exonerated “Central Park Five” members, in his successful campaign for a seat on the New York City Council.

Salaam was present during Mamdani’s recent visit to Masjid At-Taqwa, which took place just weeks before Mamdani’s latest campaign events.

The controversy comes as Mamdani continues to lead in early polling for the 2025 New York City mayoral race.

Surveys of likely Democratic primary voters show him holding a significant advantage over former Governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa.

Mamdani’s campaign has emphasized issues such as housing reform, expanded social programs, and criminal justice policies aligned with progressive city lawmakers.

The New York City Office of Muslim Affairs also declined to address questions about the candidate’s recent visit.

The photos from Mamdani’s meeting continue to circulate on social media, drawing a range of responses from both supporters and critics.

DOJ Fires Two Deep State Prosecutors After Leaks Linked to Letitia James Case
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DOJ Fires Two Deep State Prosecutors After Leaks Linked to Letitia James Case

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The Department of Justice has dismissed two prosecutors from the Eastern District of Virginia (EDVA) as part of an internal shakeup following a series of leaks and growing tensions between career prosecutors and new Trump administration appointees.

According to reports from Politico and MSNBC on Friday, Assistant U.S. Attorneys Elizabeth Yusi and Kristin Bird were terminated from their positions this week.

The firings came shortly after New York Attorney General Letitia James was indicted by a federal grand jury in the same district on charges of bank fraud and making false statements to a financial institution.

Sources cited by independent journalist Julie Kelly said Yusi and Bird were escorted from the EDVA offices and stripped of their security clearances after allegedly leaking sensitive case information to members of the press.

The Department of Justice has not commented publicly on the specific reasons for their removal but confirmed that internal disciplinary actions had been taken.

The firings are part of broader personnel changes inside the Justice Department since U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan took over leadership of the Eastern District of Virginia.

Halligan, who was sworn in last month, has been overseeing high-profile investigations involving senior state and federal officials.

Halligan secured the indictment of Letitia James last Thursday.

The federal indictment charged James under 18 U.S.C. §1344 for bank fraud and 18 U.S.C. §1014 for making false statements to a financial institution.

The case centers on a mortgage loan obtained for a property James owns in Norfolk, Virginia, known as the “Perrone Property.”

Court documents allege that James falsely represented the Perrone Property as a secondary residence while using it as a rental property in violation of loan terms.

The indictment states that the mortgage prohibited James from renting or allowing others to occupy the home under any form of shared ownership agreement.

However, filings show that James listed the Perrone Property as an investment property on her Schedule E tax form and reported rental income to the IRS, contradicting her stated loan application.

The indictment against James followed President Donald Trump’s recent decision to remove former U.S. Attorney Erik Siebert from the post last month.

Siebert’s removal came after he reportedly declined to move forward with several politically sensitive cases, including investigations involving James, former FBI Director James Comey, and Rep. Adam Schiff.

After Siebert’s dismissal, Halligan assumed the role of Interim U.S. Attorney and promptly pursued multiple pending matters.

Within weeks, she brought an indictment against Comey related to alleged misconduct during his tenure at the FBI.

Friday’s developments also mark the latest in a series of personnel removals at the Department of Justice under the Trump administration.

Senior prosecutor Maya Song and national security attorney Michael Ben’Ary were dismissed earlier this month.

In a letter to his colleagues following his departure, Ben’Ary urged remaining DOJ staff to “continue to uphold the independence of their work” despite the changes in leadership.

Halligan’s office has not commented on whether additional dismissals are expected, but a Justice Department spokesperson confirmed that ongoing internal reviews are underway regarding misconduct and unauthorized communications with the media.

She remains free pending her initial court appearance, which is scheduled in the Eastern District of Virginia next week.

The Department of Justice has described the actions taken in recent weeks as part of a broader effort to “restore integrity and transparency” within the federal prosecution offices.

Officials familiar with the matter say additional indictments and staffing changes in the Eastern District are expected in the coming days.

Hakeem Jeffries Get Leveled by Leavitt and The White House’s Hilarious Meme
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Hakeem Jeffries Get Leveled by Leavitt and The White House’s Hilarious Meme

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A heated exchange between White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries escalated Thursday into a public war of words after Leavitt criticized the Democratic Party’s voter base and Jeffries responded by attacking her personally.

The back-and-forth continued into Friday, drawing national attention as both sides doubled down.

The controversy began when Leavitt addressed reporters from the White House lawn, where she accused Democrats of prioritizing extremist groups and criminals over law-abiding citizens.

“The Democrat Party’s main constituencies are made up of Hamas terrorists, illegal aliens, and violent criminals,” Leavitt said.

“That is who the Democratic Party is catering to — not the White House, and not the Republican Party, who [are] standing up for law-abiding Americans. Not just across the country but [also] around the world.”

Her comments came amid heightened tensions in Washington, where lawmakers continue to debate immigration enforcement and foreign policy following the October 7 terrorist attacks in Israel.

The remarks quickly prompted an angry response from Jeffries, who accused Leavitt of making inflammatory statements while the administration manages a federal government shutdown.

“You’ve got Karoline Leavitt, who’s sick. She’s out of control,” Jeffries told reporters.

“And I’m not sure whether she’s just demented, ignorant, a stone-cold liar, or all of the above. But the notion that an official White House spokesperson would say that the Democratic Party consists of terrorists, violent criminals, and undocumented immigrants makes no sense, that this is what the American people are getting from the Trump administration in the middle of a shutdown.”

Jeffries’ remarks came as he also sought to deflect attention from a separate controversy involving a House Republican lawmaker, after a swastika flag was discovered in the congressman’s office earlier this week.

The representative has denied any connection to the incident, calling it an act of political sabotage.

Leavitt responded Friday morning during an interview with Fox News Digital, where she stood by her earlier comments and said Democrats were reacting defensively because her statement reflected reality.

“Hakeem and Democrats are lashing out because they know what I said is true,” Leavitt said.

“The Democrat Party’s elected officials absolutely cater to pro-Hamas terrorists, illegal aliens and violent criminals. House Democrats voted against a resolution condemning Hamas following the horrific October 7th terrorist attacks, and Democrats cheered on pro-Hamas radicals while they hijacked America’s college campuses and harassed Jewish students.”

Leavitt went on to criticize Democratic immigration and criminal justice policies.

“Democrats opened our borders and allowed tens of millions of illegal aliens into our country over the past four years, including rapists and murderers, because they view them as future voters,” she said.

“Democrats coddle violent criminals and support soft-on-crime policies like cashless bail that let violent offenders back on the streets to hurt law-abiding citizens.”

Shortly after Leavitt’s interview, the official White House X account weighed in, taking a jab at Jeffries with a digitally edited post that featured an image of the congressman wearing a miniature sombrero. The caption read:

“What’s ‘sick’ and ‘demented’ is the Democrats’ obsession with defending criminal illegal aliens — rapists, murderers, and those who’d burn our country to the ground. But ok, go off, Sombrero Guy.”

The post quickly went viral and drew mixed reactions online, with critics accusing the administration of mocking a sitting lawmaker and supporters calling the response a blunt rebuttal to Democratic attacks.

The exchange marks the latest in a series of partisan clashes between the Trump administration and House Democrats, as the White House continues to press for tougher immigration enforcement, crackdowns on campus unrest, and greater accountability for far-left activism.

While Jeffries has called Leavitt’s statements “outrageous,” the White House has shown no indication of walking them back.

Leavitt’s comments follow a pattern of strong public messaging from the Trump administration, which has frequently accused Democrats of being too lenient on illegal immigration, crime, and radical activism.

As both sides prepare for renewed legislative battles over border security and federal spending, the episode highlights the growing intensity of political rhetoric in Washington — with neither party showing signs of backing down.

Prince Andrew Gives Up Duke of York Title Amid Renewed Scrutiny Over Epstein Ties
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Prince Andrew Gives Up Duke of York Title Amid Renewed Scrutiny Over Epstein Ties

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Prince Andrew announced Friday that he is relinquishing his royal title, Duke of York, following new revelations about his relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The move marks the latest fallout in a scandal that has shadowed the British royal family for years, as reported by The New York Post.

In a statement released by Buckingham Palace, the 65-year-old royal said the decision came after discussions with his brother, King Charles III, and other members of the royal family.

“In discussion with The King, and my immediate and wider family, we have concluded the continued accusations about me distract from the work of His Majesty and the royal family,” Prince Andrew said.

“I have decided, as I always have, to put my duty to my family and country first. I stand by my decision five years ago to stand back from public life.”

The announcement follows the publication of excerpts from a posthumous memoir by Virginia Giuffre, who accused Epstein of trafficking her and claimed that she was forced to have sex with Prince Andrew when she was 17.

Giuffre, who died in April at the age of 41, wrote that the encounter occurred at the London home of Epstein’s associate, Ghislaine Maxwell.

Giuffre’s memoir describes Andrew as “entitled,” alleging he behaved “as if he believed having sex with me was his birthright.” Her account revived widespread media coverage of the case, which had largely faded from the public spotlight in recent years.

Prince Andrew, who has denied all allegations of sexual misconduct, reiterated his position in his statement Friday. “As I have said previously, I vigorously deny the accusations against me,” he said.

Andrew stepped back from public duties in 2019 after the allegations first became public and amid mounting criticism of his friendship with Epstein.

The Duke faced further backlash after a 2019 BBC interview in which he denied wrongdoing but failed to convey remorse over his association with the disgraced financier.

Epstein died in a Manhattan jail cell in 2019 while awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking charges. Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s longtime associate, was convicted in 2021 on federal charges of grooming and sexually abusing underage girls. She is currently serving a 20-year prison sentence.

Prince Andrew’s decision to give up his title adds to ongoing efforts by King Charles to distance the monarchy from past controversies as he reshapes the royal family’s public image. Buckingham Palace declined further comment on the announcement.

Milwaukee Brewers’ Karen Fired After Confrontation with Dodgers Fan Goes Viral
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Milwaukee Brewers’ Karen Fired After Confrontation with Dodgers Fan Goes Viral

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A Milwaukee Brewers fan who told another spectator to “call ICE” during Game 2 of the National League Championship Series has been fired from her job and has resigned from a local nonprofit board, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

The fan, identified as Shannon Kobylarczyk, had been employed by ManpowerGroup, a Milwaukee-based global staffing and workforce solutions company.

The company confirmed that she “is no longer with the organization” following an internal review of the incident.

Kobylarczyk also resigned from her position on the board of directors for Make-A-Wish Wisconsin, the outlet reported.

The exchange occurred Tuesday night at American Family Field during the Brewers’ matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Video posted online showed a verbal confrontation between Kobylarczyk and Dodgers fan Ricardo Fosado, a Los Angeles resident who was in Chicago on a business trip and attended the game in Milwaukee.

In the clip, Fosado can be heard asking, “Why is everybody quiet?” twice as he recorded the crowd around him. Kobylarczyk responded, “Real men drink beer, pu**y.”

When Fosado repeated his question, Kobylarczyk tapped another Brewers fan on the shoulder and said, “Call ICE,” referencing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Fosado, who is of Mexican heritage and a U.S. Navy veteran, replied on the video, “Call ICE. I’m a U.S. citizen. War veteran, baby girl. War veteran. Two wars. ICE is not gonna do nothing to me. Good luck. Good luck. Good luck. Call them. Call them. F**king idiot.”

 

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The Journal Sentinel reported that Kobylarczyk later contacted stadium security, and Fosado was escorted out of the ballpark by staff.

In follow-up interviews, Fosado told the Journal Sentinel that while the situation reflected poorly on Kobylarczyk, he did not believe it warranted her termination.

“I don’t think it was like horrible or something that should get her fired. I feel bad for her,” he said.

“We cannot be judged on one mistake and a lot of emotions were involved. It was just hurt feelings, nobody physically hurt anybody.”

He added in an interview with Fox 6 that Kobylarczyk “showed us what she really thinks,” referring to her comments during the exchange.

ManpowerGroup addressed the matter in a statement posted to Instagram, writing that “the employee is no longer with the organization.”

The company initially placed Kobylarczyk on leave pending an investigation into the incident before confirming her dismissal.

The Make-A-Wish Wisconsin chapter confirmed separately that Kobylarczyk resigned from its board of directors in the wake of the controversy.

The Journal Sentinel reported that the confrontation drew significant attention after videos circulated online, prompting widespread social media reaction.

The Dodgers went on to win Game 2 of the NLCS in Milwaukee by a score of 5–1, taking a two-game lead in the series.

Los Angeles also won Game 3 at home to extend their advantage.

Fosado, who served in the U.S. Navy from 2001 to 2005, told the Journal Sentinel that he viewed the incident as an example of misplaced anger among fans but emphasized that he hoped both sides could move forward from it.

“It was just words,” he said.

“Nobody got hurt, and I think we all just need to do better.”

Lia Thomas to Receive ‘Voice of Inspiration’ Award at Dodgers-Sponsored LGBTQ Event, Riley Gaines Responds
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Lia Thomas to Receive ‘Voice of Inspiration’ Award at Dodgers-Sponsored LGBTQ Event, Riley Gaines Responds

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Former University of Pennsylvania swimmer Lia Thomas, who won the 2022 NCAA women’s swimming championship, is set to receive the “Voice of Inspiration Award” at Rainbow Labs’ Violet Visionary Awards on Thursday, as reported by Fox News.

Thomas, a biological male who identifies as transgender, drew national attention after winning the women’s 500-yard freestyle championship two years ago.

The victory ignited nationwide debate over fairness and biological advantages in women’s athletics and became a key flashpoint in the broader discussion surrounding transgender participation in female sports.

According to Rainbow Labs’ website, the “Voice of Inspiration” award “honors an individual whose story and actions ignite hope and courage within the LGBTQ+ community.”

The group’s annual Violet Visionary Awards celebrate “individuals and organizations that embody the spirit of empowerment, resilience, and joy.”

The organization says the event will “uplift the power of LGBTQIA+ expression – in fashion, art, dance, voice, and story – as a revolutionary force fueling queer joy and collective freedom.”

The event is sponsored by the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Los Angeles Football Club, among others. Both organizations did not respond to requests for comment from OutKick regarding their support for honoring Thomas as a “voice of inspiration.”

Riley Gaines, a former NCAA swimmer who tied Thomas in the 200-yard freestyle during the 2022 championships, criticized the recognition.

“Voice of inspiration? The only people Will Thomas inspires are other men who realized you can take everything from women – our records, our spaces, our opportunities – and still get a standing ovation,” Gaines told OutKick, using Thomas’ birth name.

“It’s 2025, not 2020. We’re done pretending that’s courage.”

OutKick was the first to report on Thomas’s recognition at the event. The award comes as the debate over transgender participation in women’s sports continues nationwide. Currently, 29 states have laws or regulations restricting biological males from competing in girls’ and women’s sports.

Earlier this year, President Donald Trump signed an executive order prohibiting transgender athletes from competing against females at federally funded schools and universities. The administration has emphasized that the order is designed to protect fairness and opportunity for female athletes.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have faced similar controversy over the past two years for their participation in Pride-related events.

In 2023, the team honored the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence — a group of drag performers dressed as “nuns” that has drawn criticism from Catholic groups — with a “Community Hero Award.”

The team initially rescinded the invitation following backlash from fans and players but later reversed its decision and issued an apology.

The Violet Visionary Awards will take place on Thursday evening in Los Angeles.


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