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Trump Unveils His Aggressive Final 30-Day Plan Ahead of Crucial 2026 Midterms [WATCH]
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Trump Unveils His Aggressive Final 30-Day Plan Ahead of Crucial 2026 Midterms [WATCH]

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President Donald Trump is preparing to make a major push for Republican candidates during the final stretch of the 2026 midterm elections, telling GOP lawmakers Wednesday that he plans to personally campaign in key races across the country, as reported by the New York Post.

Speaking at an End of Summer BBQ event with Republican lawmakers and administration officials at the White House Rose Garden on Sept. 2, Trump said he intends to devote the final 30 days before the Nov. 3 elections — and potentially more time — to helping Republicans in 35 closely watched races.

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“I’m going to take the final 30 days, maybe a little bit more than that, because it’s all about 35 races,” Trump said. “I’m going to go to every one of those 35 places, and we’re going to see if we can get everyone elected.”

Trump did not identify all 35 races he has targeted, but he asked lawmakers attending the dinner, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., to provide him with names of candidates who could benefit from his involvement.

“give me some names where, I say, is either tied, or you’re winning by a little bit, or you’re losing by a little bit,” Trump said.

The president indicated that his campaign efforts would not be limited to races in which Republican candidates already have a strong chance of winning.

“In some cases, you can be losing by a lot, and we’ll bring you over the line,” Trump added. “But mostly, it’s if you’re close – and we’ll get, I think, we’ll get all those people elected.”

Trump also said he plans to conduct a series of tele-town halls during the final weeks of the campaign.

He suggested that the schedule could include as many as 10 events in a single night, giving him another way to reach voters without having to physically travel to every location.

“They’re fantastic. They work amazingly,” he said.

The president specifically named two states where he intends to campaign for Republican Senate candidates.

In Texas, Trump pledged to campaign for Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton, who is facing Democrat James Talarico in a closely watched Senate race.

Trump also plans to travel to Alaska to campaign for Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan, who is seeking to retain his seat.

While discussing his plans for Texas, Trump joked about Paxton’s appearance, saying, “You might not like the way he dresses.”

Trump’s proposed campaign schedule comes as Republicans prepare for the Nov. 3 midterm elections and fight to maintain control of both chambers of Congress.

The president compared the effort to the final months of his 2024 presidential campaign, when he said he maintained an intense schedule and largely avoided taking time off.

Trump recalled that he had committed himself to a demanding campaign schedule four months before the 2024 election.

“Four months out I said, ‘OK, no days off.’ If I didn’t make 4-5 speeches a day it was very bad. I just went around and really campaigned hard,” he recalled.

Trump said he had decided during that campaign that he would not spend his time playing golf and would instead focus entirely on winning the election.

“For 4 months, there will be no pleasure. I’m not gonna go play golf. … All I’m gonna do is work, work, work, fight, fight, fight, win, win, win … and I did.”

The president’s comments signal that he intends to make himself a central figure in the closing weeks of the 2026 midterm campaign, particularly in races where Republican candidates are within striking distance.

With the elections approaching, Trump’s strategy will rely on a combination of personal campaign appearances and remote events designed to mobilize Republican voters and help candidates in competitive contests.

The effort also gives Trump an opportunity to use his national political profile in races that could determine whether Republicans retain their majorities in Congress.

The president’s remarks came as campaigns entered the final stretch before voters head to the polls on Nov. 3.

Elon Musk Predicts Billion Robot Army Will Outproduce All Humanity Within a Decade [WATCH]
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Elon Musk Predicts Billion Robot Army Will Outproduce All Humanity Within a Decade [WATCH]

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Elon Musk offered a series of predictions about artificial intelligence, humanoid robots, energy demands, and government regulation during a virtual G20 session Wednesday, including a forecast that more than 1 billion humanoid robots could be operating within the next decade, as reported by Breitbart.

Musk said he believes that number of robots, combined with significant advances in their capabilities, could eventually allow the machines to produce more than the entire human population.

According to CNBC, Musk addressed four major areas during the session: the limitations created by energy demands for artificial intelligence, AI’s potential economic impact, the development of humanoid robots and the question of how governments should regulate emerging technologies.

Musk provided a more detailed explanation of what he believes will drive advances in humanoid robotics.

He described the technology as depending on three primary components: AI software, the AI chip inside the robot, and electromechanical dexterity, particularly the ability of robotic hands to perform physical tasks.

According to Musk, all three areas are improving at an exponential rate.

He also predicted that the development of robots capable of manufacturing additional robots could accelerate the industry’s growth.

Once robots can build other robots, he said, production could initially develop slowly before expanding at a much faster rate.

Musk described his projection of more than 1 billion humanoid robots within 10 years as a conservative estimate.

He said each robot could ultimately be about five times as productive as an individual human worker.

If those projections are realized, Musk said the combined productivity of such a fleet would exceed the output of humanity.

He argued that the physical economy could ultimately produce an even larger increase in overall economic output than the digital economy.

Energy availability, however, remains a major issue for the continued expansion of AI, according to Musk.

He cited a consensus estimate that AI chips could face an electricity shortfall of at least 15 gigawatts by 2027.

Musk said AI chip production is increasing by approximately 40% to 50% annually, while power generation outside China is growing at a significantly slower rate of about 10% to 20% per year.

Musk argued that the difference between those growth rates could become the primary constraint on AI development.

He said companies including Google and Anthropic are leasing computing capacity from SpaceX, which has built its own power plants to bring additional capacity online quickly.

China, Musk noted, has access to abundant electricity but faces restrictions on importing the newest AI chips because of GPU export bans.

His recommendation for other nations was to expand electricity generation, build AI data centers, and then tax the facilities or charge fees for their use.

Musk also put a figure on AI’s potential economic impact.

He predicted that digital artificial intelligence alone could eventually increase the global economy by between 20% and 30%, which he estimated would amount to approximately $20 trillion to $30 trillion annually.

He predicted that by the end of next year, AI should be capable of handling any digital task that does not require physically manipulating atoms by hand.

Musk also offered a timeline for AI’s progress in software development and other digital fields.

He predicted that AI could reach “Stockfish-level” capabilities within roughly 12 to 18 months, referring to the chess engine and mentioning five-time World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen.

Musk said that same general timeframe could apply to AI becoming highly capable in engineering and other forms of digital work.

During the discussion, Musk also promoted X, the social media platform he owns, saying that nearly all serious discussions about AI take place there.

On government regulation, Musk argued that new technologies should generally be considered legal unless there is a specific reason to prohibit them.

He pointed to the European Union as an example of a regulatory system he believes can slow technological development without stopping it entirely.

Musk used an image of young saplings growing alongside large trees to describe the relationship between startups and established corporations.

He argued that governments frequently provide greater support and access to large, established companies while startups struggle to receive similar attention.

According to Musk, major companies have greater access to political leaders than young companies typically do.

He argued that government policy should therefore be deliberately tilted toward startups to help offset that advantage.

Musk’s latest predictions follow previous comments about the potential impact of AI on employment, retirement savings and the broader economy.

Breitbart News previously reported on Musk’s appearance on the Moonshots with Peter Diamandis podcast, where he discussed the possibility that traditional retirement savings could become less important as AI changes the economy.

“Don’t worry about squirreling money away for retirement in 10 or 20 years. It won’t matter.”

Musk has also previously predicted that AI and robots could eventually make work “optional” and more comparable to a hobby.

His latest G20 remarks offer another look at the future Musk expects as artificial intelligence and robotics continue developing, with energy infrastructure, regulation and access to advanced computing resources remaining central issues in the race to expand the technology.

DOJ Crushes Hamas Crypto Pipeline, Seizes $560K and Recruitment Network [WATCH]
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DOJ Crushes Hamas Crypto Pipeline, Seizes $560K and Recruitment Network [WATCH]

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The U.S. Department of Justice announced this week that federal investigators seized approximately $560,000 in cryptocurrency allegedly intended to support Hamas and took control of websites and computer servers the terrorist organization was using for fundraising and online recruitment, as reported by Fox Business.

The operation was announced by Jeanine Pirro, U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, who said the seizures targeted financial and online infrastructure connected to Hamas and its military wing, the Al Qassam Brigades.

“A message to Hamas: We will stop your fundraising for terror,” Pirro said in a statement. “Your networks are not secure, your crypto is vulnerable, and we will not stop until your ability to wage war is defeated.”

In a video posted on X, Pirro described the operation as a “massive blow against foreign terrorism” and said the effort would interfere with Hamas’ ability to recruit supporters online.

“By seizing their servers and their domains, we were able to directly intercept money that was going to be used by the military wing of Hamas, the Al Qassam Brigade,” she said.

Pirro also said investigators obtained information that could identify thousands of people who attempted to financially support Hamas.

“And to add a little more interest to this, we also now have the names and identities of thousands of individuals who tried to give money to Hamas that we were able to intercept,” she continued.

The investigation began after federal authorities identified a group chat on an encrypted communications platform that claimed connections to Hamas.

According to federal court documents, the group chat directed supporters toward a fundraising website and provided a rotating collection of cryptocurrency addresses for donations.

Prosecutors said investigators relied on information obtained from multiple human sources on three occasions — March 25, June 25 and Oct. 10, 2025 — to identify, trace and seize approximately $560,000 in cryptocurrency allegedly intended for Hamas’ Al Qassam Brigades.

The FBI also used information from human sources to identify websites and servers that were allegedly being used by the group. After federal authorities took control of that infrastructure, investigators were able to intercept cryptocurrency donations that were allegedly being sent to Hamas.

The Justice Department said the investigation also produced information involving thousands of individuals who allegedly contacted Hamas online in an effort to donate or attempt to donate money to the organization.

That information is expected to become part of the FBI’s continuing counterterrorism work.

The operation comes as federal authorities continue efforts to disrupt the financial networks used by terrorist organizations. Cryptocurrency has become one of the methods examined by investigators because digital transactions can move funds across international borders and through online networks.

The DOJ said the latest seizures were intended not only to take cryptocurrency out of Hamas’ possession but also to interfere with the organization’s ability to recruit and radicalize individuals online.

Assistant Attorney General for National Security John A. Eisenberg said the operation directly targeted resources Hamas relies upon.

“These seizures deprive Hamas of resources it relies on to recruit and radicalize individuals online and finance barbaric attacks like the one on October 7, 2023,” Eisenberg said.

Federal authorities said they intend to continue pursuing Hamas-linked online fundraising and recruitment networks.

“We will continue to tighten the vise on Hamas’s capacity for terror by infiltrating its online networks, confiscating its cryptocurrency, and shutting down its websites,” Eisenberg added.

Pirro’s announcement also highlighted the broader investigative value of the operation.

In addition to the cryptocurrency seized and the online infrastructure taken under federal control, investigators reportedly obtained identifying information concerning thousands of individuals who allegedly attempted to send funds to Hamas.

The Justice Department said the information gathered through the investigation will be used as part of the FBI’s ongoing counterterrorism efforts.

The operation demonstrates the increasing focus by federal investigators on digital fundraising and online recruitment as part of efforts to disrupt terrorist organizations.

Rather than limiting investigations to traditional financial institutions, authorities are also tracing cryptocurrency transactions, monitoring online networks, and pursuing the infrastructure used to solicit donations.

Federal officials said the latest action is part of the broader effort to prevent Hamas from accessing money and digital platforms that could support its operations and recruitment efforts.

Lawmakers Turn Resignation Into Escape Hatch as Expulsion Closes In
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Lawmakers Turn Resignation Into Escape Hatch as Expulsion Closes In

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A series of congressional resignations has highlighted a rarely used disciplinary process in the House, as lawmakers facing ethics investigations or possible expulsion have left office before the chamber could take formal action, as reported by Fox News.

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Fla., resigned from Congress Tuesday, just 20 minutes before the House Ethics Committee was scheduled to recommend her expulsion.

The Florida Democrat had been indicted six months earlier on charges related to the alleged embezzlement of $5 million from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

She has maintained that she is innocent and, if convicted, faces up to 53 years in prison.

Cherfilus-McCormick’s resignation came after the Ethics Committee had taken up her case and granted her a delay after she lost her legal representation.

Rather than continue through the disciplinary process, she left Congress and accused the committee of conducting a “witch hunt.”

The charges against Cherfilus-McCormick date to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021.

According to the indictment, federal disaster funds intended to address the pandemic were received through a health care company owned by her family.

Prosecutors allege that more than $100,000 was spent within two months to purchase a 3-carat diamond ring.

She was also charged with concealing personal expenses and political spending by identifying the expenditures as charitable contributions and business deductions.

Her brother and two aides were also named in the indictment, which included allegations involving money laundering, false tax returns, and contributions made through straw donors.

Cherfilus-McCormick, who serves as a member of the Congressional Black Caucus, won a special election to represent portions of Palm Beach and Broward counties.

She previously rejected the allegations as “an unjust, baseless, sham indictment” and had said she would not resign.

Her departure followed two other congressional resignations on April 14. Former Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., resigned after facing accusations of sexual misconduct, which he denied.

The resignation came after he abandoned his campaign for California governor and had repeatedly said he would remain in Congress.

Former Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, also resigned that day. Text messages had shown that Gonzales had an affair with staffer Regina Santos-Aviles.

He had previously vowed to remain in office even after Santos-Aviles died by suicide.

Both lawmakers left as pressure mounted and expulsion became increasingly likely. Under House procedures, the Ethics Committee loses jurisdiction over a lawmaker after that member leaves Congress.

As a result, a resignation can prevent an expulsion vote from taking place.

The recent departures have also raised questions about whether Congress is becoming more willing to pursue disciplinary action against its own members.

Historically, the bipartisan Ethics Committee has often been criticized for moving slowly or imposing limited sanctions.

The latest developments have not been limited to Democrats.

On Tuesday, the Ethics Committee voted to investigate Rep. Cory Mills, R-Fla., over allegations involving campaign finance laws during his 2022 and 2024 campaigns, false reports filed with Congress, improper gifts, misuse of government resources and accusations of “sexual misconduct and/or dating violence.”

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“I don’t plan to resign. We’re going to seek re-election,” Mills told reporters, adding that he is cooperating.

The House is closely divided, adding a political dimension to the disciplinary fights. Swalwell and Cherfilus-McCormick were Democrats, while Gonzales was a Republican.

Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., strongly supported expelling Cherfilus-McCormick but has declined to criticize Mills.

Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., has introduced a resolution seeking Mills’ expulsion.

A state judge issued a restraining order against Mills last fall after allegations by a woman who said she had lived with him in Florida. Mills denied the accusations and attributed them to a political opponent.

“Cory, your days are numbered. Start packing,” Mace said. Mace herself is being scrutinized by the Ethics Committee over allegations involving improper reimbursement practices.

Congress has expelled only 21 members in American history, with 17 of those cases involving members accused of supporting the Confederacy during the Civil War.

The first Senate expulsion occurred in 1797, when William Blount was removed over a conspiracy involving British efforts to seize Spanish territory.

The first House expulsion came in 1980, when Michael “Ozzie” Myers was expelled following the Abscam bribery scandal.

James Traficant was expelled in 2002 after convictions for racketeering, bribery, and tax evasion. Former Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., became the most recent member expelled when the House removed him in 2023 following an Ethics Committee investigation into campaign fraud.

The Constitution requires a two-thirds vote of the relevant chamber for expulsion. Historically, lawmakers have sometimes resigned before such a vote could occur.

Former Rep. Anthony Weiner resigned in 2011 during a sexting scandal rather than face possible expulsion. He later pleaded guilty in 2017 to sexting a 15-year-old girl and received a 21-month sentence.

The pattern of departures has also extended beyond Congress.

President Donald Trump has dismissed three Cabinet officials in recent weeks: Kristi Noem from the Department of Homeland Security, Pam Bondi from the Department of Justice, and Lori Chavez-DeRemer from the Department of Labor.

Chavez-DeRemer was under investigation by the Labor Department’s inspector general when she left. She denied wrongdoing.

Allegations against her included inappropriate use of government resources, personal travel, and other conduct involving staff and a security official. She had been scheduled to be interviewed by investigators.

“It has been an honor and a privilege to serve this historic administration and work for the greatest president of my lifetime,” Chavez-DeRemer said in an X posting.

The recent congressional cases have renewed attention on the House Ethics Committee and the extent to which lawmakers can be held accountable before voters or before the chamber itself.

While House members can ultimately face voters in elections, many congressional districts remain heavily tilted toward one party, limiting the possibility of a competitive general election.

The resignations of Cherfilus-McCormick, Swalwell, and Gonzales demonstrate how quickly an ethics proceeding can end once a member leaves Congress, potentially allowing lawmakers to avoid the formal record of an expulsion vote.

AOC Proudly Endorses Angie Nixon for Fierce Florida Senate Showdown
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AOC Proudly Endorses Angie Nixon for Fierce Florida Senate Showdown

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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., has endorsed Florida Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Angie Nixon ahead of Nixon’s November matchup against Republican Sen. Ashley Moody, as reported by Fox News.

Ocasio-Cortez announced her endorsement as Nixon campaigns for the Senate seat in a special general election contest. Nixon, a Florida state representative, secured the Democratic nomination and will now face Moody, who was appointed to the Senate last year by Gov. Ron DeSantis.

“At a time when working families are fighting tooth and nail to make ends meet while the Administration sells them out to corrupt special interests, we need to stand behind leaders who are accountable to working people and stand up to greedy corporations,” Ocasio-Cortez said, according to Nixon’s campaign.

The endorsement places one of the Democratic Party’s most nationally recognized progressive lawmakers behind Nixon as the Florida Democrat prepares for the general election.

Ocasio-Cortez said Nixon would pursue several progressive policy priorities if elected, including universal health care, universal childcare and a national rent freeze.

She also highlighted Nixon’s decision to reject corporate political action committee money.

“Angie Nixon will do just that – from fighting for universal healthcare and childcare to proposing a national rent freeze. Angie will be an exemplary fighter for the working families of Florida and will do it all without a dime of corporate PAC money. Angie did not get here by yielding to major political machines; she did it by building community power and by fiercely committing to her values, and that’s why I’m proud to endorse her for the U.S. Senate,” Ocasio-Cortez added in the statement issued by Nixon’s campaign.

Nixon welcomed the endorsement and said Ocasio-Cortez’s backing would strengthen her campaign heading into the November election.

“I’m honored to have the endorsement of Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and her support as we work towards a better future for Florida,” Nixon said, according to her campaign.

Nixon also praised Ocasio-Cortez as an example of progressive political leadership and said Florida voters were looking for changes in Washington.

“AOC is a fighter and a reminder of what’s possible when you put the needs of the people first, instead of protecting the interests of the wealthy and well-connected. Florida deserves, and is ready for, the kind of leadership in the U.S. Senate that has been absent for far too long. Together, we’re going to fight for everyone: working families, students, and communities who have been ignored for too long. This endorsement adds fuel to an already energized campaign, reinforcing that people are looking forward to real change and representation. I cannot wait to call her my colleague in November,” Nixon added.

The special election follows the departure of former Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., who left the Senate before the end of his term to become secretary of state. DeSantis subsequently appointed Moody to the Senate seat.

Moody, a Republican, has the backing of President Donald Trump as she seeks to retain the seat.

Trump previously weighed in on the Democratic primary, celebrating Nixon’s victory over Lt. Col. Alex Vindman, a retired Army officer who also competed for the Democratic nomination.

In a Truth Social post last month, Trump sharply criticized Vindman while predicting Nixon would lose to Moody in the general election.

“The most gratifying loss last night was that of a real treasonous creep, Alexander Vindman, to a Radical Left Lunatic, who can’t speak or think properly, and who will go down to certain defeat at the hands of Ashley Moody, a truly Fantastic Senator, from the Great State Florida. Vindman, if you remember, was the one who lied about my ‘Perfect Call’ with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine, only to find out that the conversation was routinely recorded and proved that I was 100% in the right (Completely Innocent!),” Trump declared in the post.

Trump continued his criticism of Vindman while discussing the impeachment proceedings involving his call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

“It was, indeed, a Perfect Call, and the Dumocrats Fake Impeachment effort massively failed. Vindman should be prosecuted for what he did!” Trump added.

Nixon has previously drawn attention for positions on several election-related issues. Resurfaced clips have highlighted her past support for abolishing the Electoral College and implementing ranked-choice voting.

The contest between Nixon and Moody is expected to offer Florida voters a clear choice between two candidates backed by different wings of the national political parties.

Nixon now enters the general election with Ocasio-Cortez’s endorsement, while Moody has Trump’s support.

The election will determine who serves the remainder of Rubio’s Senate term following his departure for the State Department.

Lindsay Clancy Trial Spirals Into Chaos as Woman Is Arrested for Intimidating Jurors [WATCH]
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Lindsay Clancy Trial Spirals Into Chaos as Woman Is Arrested for Intimidating Jurors [WATCH]

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Jurors in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial entered their fourth day of deliberations Tuesday without reaching a verdict, adding another unexpected development to a case that has drawn national attention, as reported by Red State.

The jury sent a note to Judge William Sullivan after spending several hours discussing the case, telling him they were “unable to come to a unanimous decision.”

Sullivan directed the jurors to continue deliberating, pointing to the length of the trial as he sent them back to the deliberation room.

The deadlock comes as the trial enters a potentially critical stage. Clancy is accused in the deaths of her three young children, and her defense has centered on an insanity claim.

The defense has pointed to postpartum depression and medication as factors in her state of mind.

While the jury remains divided, authorities arrested a 56-year-old woman outside the courthouse Tuesday afternoon in an incident involving alleged intimidation connected to a criminal proceeding.

Dawn Light of Sutton was taken into custody at approximately 3:40 p.m., according to Massachusetts State Police.

She is expected to face a charge involving the intimidation of a witness, juror or person providing information in connection with criminal proceedings.

Police did not immediately release additional information about the arrest, including whether the alleged conduct was specifically connected to the Clancy trial.

However, the arrest occurred only minutes after the jurors were dismissed from the courthouse for the day.

Massachusetts State Police confirmed that Light was arrested outside the courthouse following the conclusion of court proceedings. She is expected to be arraigned Wednesday morning.

The timing has raised questions about whether the incident could affect the trial. Either the defense or prosecution could potentially seek a mistrial if either side believes the jury has been improperly influenced.

Under Massachusetts criminal procedure rules, the judge can also address issues involving the validity of a verdict.

Authorities have not explicitly stated that Light was attempting to influence the Clancy jury. The circumstances surrounding her arrest and the specific allegations against her were not immediately clear.

The possibility of outside interference comes as the jury’s deliberations have already attracted attention.

At least two jurors have reportedly worn pink clothing during proceedings, prompting speculation from some observers that the clothing could represent solidarity with Clancy.

There has been no official confirmation that the jurors’ clothing was intended as a statement about the defendant or the case.

The trial has received significant attention because of the circumstances surrounding the deaths of Clancy’s children and the defense’s argument concerning her mental state.

Clancy has admitted responsibility for the children’s deaths while maintaining an insanity defense.

The case has also generated controversy beyond the courtroom, with supporters of Clancy gathering on social media and outside the Plymouth, Massachusetts, courthouse.

Some observers have expressed concern over public displays of support for a defendant accused of killing her own children.

The Clancy case has unfolded against a broader backdrop of high-profile criminal cases in which defendants have attracted unexpected online followings.

The phenomenon has prompted debate about how social media users respond to serious criminal allegations and whether public fascination can cross into support for defendants accused of serious offenses.

For now, however, the central issue remains with the jury. After four days of deliberations, jurors have yet to reach a unanimous verdict.

The arrest of Light adds another complication to a case already facing an uncertain conclusion.

Her expected arraignment Wednesday could provide additional information about the circumstances that led to her arrest and whether prosecutors believe the incident had any connection to the Clancy proceedings.

The court could then face questions about whether the jury was exposed to outside influence and whether that exposure, if established, is sufficient to affect the trial.

Until more information is released, authorities have not confirmed that the arrest will result in a mistrial or otherwise change the jury’s deliberations.

The jury is expected to return Wednesday as the court continues to await a decision in the closely watched case.

80-Year-Old Career Dem Crushes Much Younger Radical in Massachusetts Primary [WATCH]
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80-Year-Old Career Dem Crushes Much Younger Radical in Massachusetts Primary [WATCH]

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Sen. Ed Markey, D-Mass., defeated Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Mass., in Tuesday’s Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary, turning back a younger challenger who made generational change a central theme of his campaign, as reported by Fox News.

The Associated Press projected Markey as the winner less than an hour after polls closed on Sept. 1, 2026. The victory puts Markey, 80, on track to seek another full term in the U.S. Senate after nearly five decades in Congress.

Moulton, who is 47, had made Markey’s age and the need for a new generation of Democratic leadership major parts of his campaign.

Despite that challenge, Markey held onto the Democratic nomination by emphasizing his progressive record and strong ties to the party’s left wing.

The race also highlighted a significant divide within the Democratic Party over transgender athletes and participation in sports.

Markey has continued to openly support transgender rights during the 2026 midterm campaign, including allowing transgender athletes to participate in sports.

“Trans athletes should be able to play,” Markey told The New York Times. “That reflects Massachusetts and who we are. And Seth Moulton does not.”

Moulton had previously taken a different position, arguing that Democrats paid a political price by avoiding the issue.

He said the party’s reluctance to address concerns about biological sex and women’s sports contributed to Democratic losses in 2024.

“I have two little girls, I don’t want them getting run over on a playing field by a male or formerly male athlete, but as a Democrat I’m supposed to be afraid to say that,” Moulton said at the time.

The disagreement placed the two Massachusetts Democrats on opposite sides of an issue Republicans have repeatedly used on the campaign trail.

Democrats nationally have generally been less vocal about transgender sports policies as they work to regain control of Congress.

Markey’s victory also represents a win for prominent progressives. The Massachusetts senator has long been associated with the Democratic Party’s progressive wing and co-authored the Green New Deal resolution.

During the primary campaign, Markey received endorsements from progressive figures including Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y.

The outcome also comes amid a larger debate inside the Democratic Party over age and leadership.

Calls for generational change intensified following the political turmoil surrounding former President Joe Biden and his effort to seek a second presidential term.

Several longtime Democratic incumbents have faced younger challengers in recent election cycles. In one notable example, Rep. John Larson, D-Conn., 78, lost to Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin, 47.

Moulton attempted to make a similar case in Massachusetts, arguing that the party needed new leadership.

His defeat means Markey will remain the Democratic standard-bearer for the Senate race in a state where Democrats have maintained a strong political advantage.

Massachusetts has not elected a Republican senator since 2013, when former Sen. Scott Brown lost his reelection bid to Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass. Given the state’s political makeup, Markey’s positions are unlikely to pose a significant obstacle to his expected November campaign.

After conceding the primary, Moulton said his challenge had been about more than defeating one incumbent. He argued that confronting longtime Democratic leaders was necessary for the party’s future.

“Challenging the establishment and calling for a new generation of leadership isn’t easy, but it is necessary. I will continue to push the Democratic Party — and our country — to look towards the future,” Moulton said in a statement.

Markey’s win is also not his first victory over a younger Democrat in a primary centered partly on generational change.

In 2020, Markey defeated former Rep. Joe Kennedy III in the Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary.

Kennedy, a member of the Kennedy political family, had challenged Markey in an effort to win the nomination and represent a younger generation of Democratic leadership.

Hunter Biden Says He’s 48.6 Percent Gay During Bizarre Podcast Flirtation [WATCH]
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Hunter Biden Says He’s 48.6 Percent Gay During Bizarre Podcast Flirtation [WATCH]

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Former first son Hunter Biden spoke openly and jokingly about his sexuality during a recent podcast appearance, repeatedly addressing questions about whether he considers himself gay, as reported by The New York Post.

Biden, 56, discussed the subject during an Aug. 16 episode of “The Luke Beasley Show.” The conversation included questions about his sexuality, his past struggles with substance abuse and his personal life.

Luke Beasley raised the subject early in the interview by directly asking Biden, “Are you gay?”

Biden responded, “Only a little bit.”

Beasley followed up by asking whether Biden was “more or less than 50 percent” gay. Biden answered, “48.6 percent.”

The exchange continued when Beasley asked whether he would be Hunter Biden’s “type.”

“A little bit more masculine would be my type, if I was gay,” Hunter responded.

Beasley then showed Biden an AI-generated image depicting the two men in a close embrace. The image showed Hunter Biden with his left hand around the podcaster’s waist.

“If I’m not your type, then why did you embrace me like this? Go ahead, take a look,” Beasley said as he handed Biden the image.

“Oh Jesus Christ, I don’t know. I just, it all is coming back to me,” Biden joked.

He then connected the joke to his history of substance abuse.

“I was in a stupor at that point. I think that was pre-2019 when I got sober,” he quipped.

Biden later returned to what he called “the gay question,” revisiting the percentage he had given earlier in the conversation.

He initially suggested that he might take back the figure, saying, “maybe I take back 48.5” percent.

The former president’s son continued joking about the subject, later saying, “More like 47 [percent] after that conversation. My gaydom went down a percentage point.”

Near the conclusion of the nearly 90-minute interview, Biden again changed his answer.

“I just wanted to let you know that I am back up to 48.5 percent gay,” he said.

The comments were made during a wide-ranging conversation rather than as part of a formal announcement concerning Biden’s personal life.

Hunter Biden has been married to Melissa Cohen since 2019, the two married six days after meeting.

Before his marriage to Cohen, Biden was married to Kathleen Buhle, his longtime wife. The couple share three daughters and divorced in 2017.

Biden’s personal life has remained a subject of public interest because of his status as the son of former President Joe Biden.

His public profile has also been shaped by his struggles with substance abuse, which he referenced during the podcast discussion.

The interview comes as Biden continues to make public appearances and participate in long-form conversations following years of intense scrutiny surrounding his family, career and personal history.

Rather than treating the discussion as a formal declaration, Biden used humor throughout the exchange, repeatedly adjusting the percentage he gave when asked about his sexuality.

His initial answer of 48.6 percent was followed by a joking reduction to 47 percent before he later returned to 48.5 percent.

The unusual back-and-forth became one of the more notable portions of the podcast, particularly because Beasley repeatedly pressed Biden on the subject and used an AI-generated image as part of the conversation.

Biden’s comments were made publicly during the Aug. 16 podcast episode, giving listeners an extended look at how the former first son chose to respond when questioned about his sexuality.

The episode also provided an opportunity for Biden to discuss his past, including his sobriety, while maintaining the joking tone of the exchange.

For a public figure whose personal life has frequently been examined, the podcast appearance offered another example of Biden addressing a personal subject directly while relying heavily on humor.

Doorbell Camera Shows GOP Staffer Get Struck by Lightning, Survive in Staten Island [WATCH]
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Doorbell Camera Shows GOP Staffer Get Struck by Lightning, Survive in Staten Island [WATCH]

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A Staten Island man is back at work just days after being struck by lightning during a storm, an incident captured by a nearby home’s doorbell camera, as reported by NBC Washington.

Thomas Fahmy was walking toward his car on Staten Island Thursday while carrying an umbrella when the lightning strike occurred.

Surveillance footage shows Fahmy approaching his vehicle before a flash appears near him. He then collapses to the ground.

Fahmy said the strike sent an intense sensation through his body, leaving him experiencing significant pain and numbness, particularly in his feet.

“This very intense burning sensation. Tingling, numbness, pain, severe pain, in both my feet,” Fahmy said.

Despite the severity of the shock, Fahmy said he never lost consciousness. After falling, he was able to get back on his feet and make his way toward a nearby home to seek assistance.

Stephanie Homan heard Fahmy calling for help and went outside to assist him.

“I heard ‘help me, help me’ so I ran to my door and saw him on the ground,” Homan said.

Fahmy did not suffer visible burns or major injuries from the strike. He was nevertheless taken to Northwell Staten Island University Hospital, where medical personnel monitored him overnight.

He was released from the hospital the following day.

Fahmy works in the Staten Island office of U.S. Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-N.Y. Malliotakis released a statement Monday expressing relief that her staff member had survived the incident.

“We are grateful that Thomas, a member of my congressional staff, is alive and well after being struck by lightning last week. I thank the Good Samaritan who ran to his aid and the medical staff at Staten Island University Hospital who treated him.”

Fahmy, who describes himself as a man of faith, said the experience has changed his perspective and reminded him to appreciate everyday life.

“Just to appreciate life, smile and breathe fresh air once in a while and don’t let life overwhelm you,” Fahmy said.

The incident occurred during a period when several lightning-related incidents were reported around the country, including some that resulted in deaths and serious injuries.

In Florida, a father was killed by lightning while jet skiing in the waters off St. Petersburg over the weekend. In Margate, Florida, a mother and her toddler were struck by lightning while walking on a sidewalk.

An Illinois mother and her son also suffered serious burns after being struck during a camping trip to Lake Superior.

Lightning strikes are relatively uncommon for any person, but millions of lightning strikes occur across the United States each year.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 37 million lightning strikes hit the ground in the United States annually.

The agency says the odds of an individual being struck are less than one in a million, while nearly 90% of people who are struck by lightning survive.

Fahmy’s experience illustrates the unpredictable nature of lightning strikes.

Although the incident left him with significant pain and required an overnight hospital stay, he was able to return home the following day and resume his normal activities.

The doorbell camera footage also provided a record of the moment Fahmy was struck and his efforts to find help afterward.

For Fahmy, the experience has brought a renewed appreciation for life.

He said the incident reinforced the importance of taking time to enjoy everyday moments rather than allowing the pressures of life to become overwhelming.

Just days after the frightening encounter, Fahmy was back at work at Malliotakis’ Staten Island congressional office.

Stunning Number of Democrats Say Americans Focus Too Much on 9/11 [WATCH]
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Stunning Number of Democrats Say Americans Focus Too Much on 9/11 [WATCH]

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A new poll conducted ahead of the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks found differences between Democrats and Republicans over how Americans remember the attacks and how their aftermath continues to affect the country, as reported by The New York Post.

The YouGov survey, released Monday, found that 13% of registered Democrats believe Americans currently focus too much on remembering the events of Sept. 11, 2001.

The finding comes as the nation prepares to mark 25 years since the attacks, which killed nearly 3,000 people after Islamic terrorists hijacked four passenger planes.

Two aircraft were flown into New York City’s World Trade Center, another struck the Pentagon, and a fourth crashed in a rural area of Pennsylvania.

Among Democrats surveyed, 19% said Americans focus too little on remembering Sept. 11. That compared with 43% of Republicans who said Americans focus too little on the attacks.

The survey also found a partisan difference over whether Sept. 11 should become a national holiday commemorating those who died.

Sixty-two percent of Republicans said the anniversary should become a national holiday, compared with 43% of Democrats.

Questions about the long-term effects of the attacks also produced significant differences between the two parties.

Seventy-one percent of Democrats said the Sept. 11 attacks continue to affect how Muslims are treated in the United States, compared with 42% of Republicans.

The survey found an even larger gap when respondents were asked whether Muslims have been treated worse than people of other religions since the attacks.

Seventy-two percent of Democrats said Muslims have been treated worse, while 28% of Republicans agreed.

The poll also examined views about political extremism and violent attacks in the United States since Sept. 11.

Democrats were more likely than Republicans to identify right-wing extremism as responsible for the greatest number of violent attacks in the country since the 2001 attacks.

Forty-five percent of Democrats said right-wing extremists had committed the greatest number of violent attacks since Sept. 11. Only 6% of Republicans gave the same response.

Republicans were more likely to point to left-wing extremism or Islamic extremism.

Twenty-six percent of Republicans said left-wing extremists had been responsible for the greatest number of violent attacks, compared with 2% of Democrats.

When asked about Islamic extremism, 29% of Republicans and 14% of Democrats said it had been responsible for the greatest number of violent attacks since Sept. 11.

The results highlight continued differences between Democrats and Republicans over the legacy of the attacks, including how prominently Sept. 11 should remain in public memory and how Americans view the treatment of Muslims in the years since.

The anniversary is expected to bring renewed attention to the events of Sept. 11, 2001, when the four hijacked passenger planes were used in attacks in New York, Virginia and Pennsylvania.

The attacks killed nearly 3,000 people and led to sweeping changes in U.S. national security and foreign policy.

They also prompted years of debate about terrorism, immigration, religious discrimination, military operations overseas and domestic security.

The YouGov survey provides a snapshot of how Americans view those issues 25 years later, with the poll showing particularly wide differences between the two major political parties.

The finding that 13% of Democrats believe Americans focus too much on remembering Sept. 11 comes as communities across the country prepare for the 25th anniversary.

At the same time, the survey indicates that Republicans are considerably more likely than Democrats to favor making Sept. 11 a national holiday and to say Americans do not focus enough on remembering the attacks.

Democrats, meanwhile, were substantially more likely to say the attacks continue to affect the treatment of Muslims in the United States.

The poll’s findings come as Americans prepare to commemorate a pivotal event that remains a defining moment for those who experienced it and for generations that followed.

The 25th anniversary will provide another national moment of remembrance while also highlighting continuing disagreements over the legacy of the attacks and their impact on American society.


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