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Dad of Three Dies After Midair Brawl With Jet2 Crew and Passenger
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Dad of Three Dies After Midair Brawl With Jet2 Crew and Passenger

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A 35-year-old father of three died after being restrained by passengers and cabin crew during a disturbance aboard a Jet2 flight traveling from Cyprus to the United Kingdom, prompting an ongoing investigation by Greater Manchester Police and an independent police watchdog, as reported by The New York Post.

The incident occurred aboard a Jet2 flight that departed Larnaca, Cyprus, and landed at Manchester Airport on Monday morning.

Police said they were called to the aircraft after receiving reports that a passenger had assaulted another traveler and a member of the airline’s cabin crew during the flight.

According to Greater Manchester Police, the passenger, identified as Callum Kerr, was allegedly “acting aggressively” toward both airline staff and other passengers before the aircraft landed.

When officers boarded the plane after it arrived in Manchester, they found Kerr restrained by passengers and members of the cabin crew at the rear of the aircraft. Police said he was unresponsive when officers placed him in handcuffs.

Emergency medical personnel transported Kerr to a hospital, where he died the following day.

Authorities have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident and the events that unfolded during the flight.

Witnesses who spoke to the Warrington Guardian said Kerr had been arguing with his girlfriend during the trip before flight attendants moved her to a different seat.

The witnesses also claimed that Kerr, who competed as a bare-knuckle fighter, headbutted another passenger before fellow travelers intervened and helped restrain him.

Those witness accounts have not been independently confirmed by investigators.

Greater Manchester Police said detectives are working to establish a complete timeline of events aboard the aircraft.

Because officers had contact with Kerr before his death, the force also made a mandatory referral to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), which routinely reviews incidents involving deaths following police contact.

Police emphasized that the referral is required under established procedures whenever officers interact with an individual before a death occurs.

Chief Superintendent Mike Allen said investigators are continuing to gather evidence from those who were on board the aircraft.

“An investigation is now under way to establish what happened during the flight, and our specialist officers have been keeping them updated with all the information we know so far,” Allen said.

The chief superintendent acknowledged that many passengers witnessed the disturbance before officers boarded the aircraft.

“I know there were many people on the flight who witnessed the violence and disruption prior to officers’ arrival,” Allen added.

He also noted that investigators are examining the actions taken by passengers and airline personnel who intervened during the incident.

“We know passengers and aircrew worked to detain the man to bring the incident to an end. Our detectives are investigating this to understand the full circumstances.”

The Independent Office for Police Conduct said the officers who boarded the aircraft are currently being treated as witnesses rather than subjects of its investigation.

Kerr’s family released a statement following his death, remembering him as a devoted father.

“Callum was a family man, father to three beautiful young children, a lover of sport, and with a heart of gold,” the family said.

The investigation remains active as detectives continue interviewing witnesses, reviewing available evidence, and determining the sequence of events that led to Kerr’s death following the midair disturbance.

Neither Greater Manchester Police nor the Independent Office for Police Conduct has announced any findings regarding the cause of Kerr’s death, and authorities have indicated that the investigation is ongoing.

FBI Touts Massive Crackdown as Thousands of Predators Locked Up and 7200 Kids Rescued [WATCH]
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FBI Touts Massive Crackdown as Thousands of Predators Locked Up and 7200 Kids Rescued [WATCH]

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The Federal Bureau of Investigation released a retro crime film-style video on June 25 highlighting recent enforcement efforts targeting child exploitation, human trafficking, and child predators, presenting statistics the bureau says demonstrate increased investigative activity and arrests, as reported by PJ Media.

The video, shared by FBI Director Kash Patel on X, features a narrator describing the agency’s recent enforcement results while comparing them with those of the previous administration.

According to the video, the FBI has rescued approximately 7,200 children and arrested more than 3,500 individuals identified as child predators or human traffickers.

Patel’s post accompanying the video stated:

“7,200 children rescued. A 42% increase from the previous administration.

3,500 predators/traffickers locked up. A 102% increase from the previous administration.

If you mean to bring harm to the most precious and innocent among us (our children), WE WILL FIND YOU!”

The video itself provides slightly different percentage comparisons, describing the increase in rescued children as nearly 50% and the increase in arrests as more than 100% over the previous administration.

Using a narration styled after classic detective films, the video describes the FBI’s strategy of coordinating investigations with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies.

“The FBI is leading the charge. The monsters preying on our kids have become the prey. By launching massive task forces across federal and local lines, they’re kicking down doors and shattering trafficking networks from the inside out. Thanks to that relentless pressure, they’ve successfully located and rescued over 7,200 child victims. That’s right, 7,200 innocent young lives saved. That’s an absolutely staggering 49% increase.”

The narrator continues by emphasizing the bureau’s arrest totals.

“Such rescues,” the narrator says, mean “fewer broken families and a real wall of protection built around our homes. And they didn’t stop at the rescues. They tracked down and locked up over 3,500 child predators and human traffickers. That’s a 108% spike in arrests on our watch. It means you can sleep soundly at night, knowing the absolute worst of society are off our streets and behind bars.”

The video also highlights progress involving the FBI’s Most Wanted list.

“They’re even hunting the worst of the worst, apprehending eight of the Bureau’s ten most wanted fugitives in a 17-month blitz. That’s twice as many as the previous administration. There’s nowhere left for these predators to hide. People can argue all they want, but the numbers don’t lie.”

In addition to the enforcement statistics, the production credits joint operations involving multiple law enforcement agencies.

The FBI routinely works alongside state, local, tribal, territorial, and international partners during investigations involving child exploitation and human trafficking, with those partnerships assisting in identifying victims, executing search and arrest warrants, and dismantling criminal organizations.

The bureau’s video presents the reported increases in rescues and arrests as the result of expanded investigative efforts and coordinated task forces.

It also underscores the agency’s stated commitment to pursuing offenders involved in crimes against children.

The FBI has not indicated that these operations are complete, and investigations into child exploitation and human trafficking continue nationwide as federal authorities work with law enforcement partners to identify victims and apprehend suspects.

Democrat Senator Calls for Schumer and Jeffries to Step Aside After Party Implosion [WATCH]
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Democrat Senator Calls for Schumer and Jeffries to Step Aside After Party Implosion [WATCH]

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Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin suggested Thursday that Democratic congressional leadership should consider making way for new leaders if they are unable to adapt following the party’s losses in the 2024 election, as reported by the New York Post.

Slotkin made the remarks during an appearance on SiriusXM’s Straight Shooter with Stephen A, where she argued that Democrats have not fully recovered from their defeat in the last presidential election and continue to struggle with defining a clear direction for the party.

According to Slotkin, Democrats lost focus by attempting to appeal to too many constituencies instead of presenting voters with a simple, unified message.

“To me, the lesson was simple. Democrats had too many priorities. They tried to make everyone happy and answer every question. When you prioritize everything, no one knows what you actually stand for,” Slotkin told Stephen A. Smith.

She contrasted that approach with President Donald Trump’s campaign message during the 2024 election.

In contrast, “Donald Trump came in with one clear message. He said, ‘I’m going to make your life more affordable. I’m going to put more money in your pocket’. … He won because he kept his message simple and focused on the issue Americans cared most about.”

Slotkin argued that the Democratic Party continues to debate its future instead of settling on a consistent message for voters.

She said that even more than a year after Trump’s election victory, “every day there’s a debate within the party about the path forward.”

The Michigan senator said the party requires substantial changes in leadership and strategy if it hopes to regain political momentum.

“That’s why I believe we need significant new leadership,” she said. “The old models are no longer working, and that includes the Democratic Party.”

Slotkin also described what she sees as an internal problem within her party’s leadership structure.

The senator likened Democrats to a “circular firing squad,” where “everyone is reacting to the crisis, but too few people are talking about what they actually want to accomplish.”

“To me, that’s a fundamental failure of leadership,” she urged.

Host Stephen A. Smith later asked Slotkin whether her comments were directed specifically at Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries of New York.

New York, NY – September 7, 2020: Congressman Hakeem Jeffries speaks at US Senator Chuck Schumer and members of NY House delegation media briefing on 3rd avenue in Manhattan

Rather than directly calling for either leader to step down, Slotkin said leadership positions should be available to those who can respond to changing political conditions.

“I’m saying that if people can’t recognize that the game has fundamentally changed and can’t adapt, then they need to make room for others who can,” she responded.

Her remarks came as Democrats continue to assess the party’s direction following the 2024 election and amid ongoing discussion about leadership in both chambers of Congress.

Questions surrounding House Democratic leadership have also increased following primary election losses by two incumbent Democrats in New York City to challengers backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, prompting renewed attention on the influence of Jeffries within the party.

Meanwhile, Schumer has maintained that Democrats remain focused on regaining control of the Senate, saying the party is “united in the mission to take back the Senate and defeat Trump.”

Representatives for Schumer and Jeffries did not immediately respond to requests for comment following Slotkin’s interview.

The comments add to an ongoing conversation within the Democratic Party over its leadership, messaging, and electoral strategy as lawmakers prepare for upcoming elections.

Hochul’s Painful Attempt To Lead Bills Chant Falls Flat At New Stadium Celebration [WATCH]
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Hochul’s Painful Attempt To Lead Bills Chant Falls Flat At New Stadium Celebration [WATCH]

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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s attempt to energize Buffalo Bills fans during the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the team’s new stadium drew attention after multiple efforts to lead a crowd chant received little response, as reported by Fox News.

The Buffalo Bills officially celebrated the opening of their new stadium this week after years of playing home games at the original Highmark Stadium.

The ceremony in Orchard Park, New York, featured remarks from several prominent figures connected to the franchise, including Bills owner Terry Pegula and Mary Wilson, the wife of the late former owner Ralph Wilson.

Hochul also addressed attendees during the June 23 event, wearing a Buffalo Bills hat and clothing in the team’s colors as she took the stage before the assembled crowd.

She opened her remarks by attempting to rally those in attendance, saying, “Alright, let’s get this party started, let’s go!” The response from the audience appeared limited.

The governor then made another effort to encourage crowd participation.

“Buffalo, let’s go!” Hochul shouted while attempting to start a call-and-response chant. She pointed toward different sections of the audience in an effort to get fans involved, but the response remained subdued.

After the crowd did not join in, Hochul acknowledged the lack of enthusiasm.

“Alright, seriously? You want to win a championship season with that kind of enthusiasm? Men and women of labor, you know what I’m talking about,” she said before trying once more to start a chant.

Her second attempt also received little response from those attending the ceremony.

“We gotta give this place some good karma, right?” Hochul then said while referring to the Bills’ new stadium.

Video clips of the exchange quickly circulated online following the event, with many social media users commenting on the governor’s unsuccessful attempts to generate excitement from the audience.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked a significant milestone for the Bills organization as construction nears completion on the team’s new home.

The stadium carries a reported construction cost of approximately $2.1 billion and will seat roughly 60,000 fans when it opens for regular use.

According to Bill’s Senior Vice President of Design and Stadium Operations, Frank Cravotta, the stadium is 99.75% complete.

The Bills are scheduled to officially welcome fans into the facility on Aug. 8 with the “Return of the Blue & Red” training camp practice.

The venue incorporates several features designed specifically for Western New York’s winter climate.

Stadium architects Populous installed underground heating coils beneath the natural-grass playing surface to help prevent freezing temperatures from damaging the field.

The stadium also features specialized lighting systems designed to promote healthy grass growth throughout the season.

Additional weather-related features include a snow-melt system and a canopy intended to reduce wind inside the stadium, providing a more comfortable experience for fans during Buffalo’s cold-weather games.

The new facility replaces the original Highmark Stadium, which served as the Bills’ home for decades.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony brought together team officials, community leaders, and invited guests to celebrate the completion of one of the NFL’s newest venues ahead of the 2026 season.

While much of the event focused on the stadium’s completion and the Bills’ future in Western New York, Hochul’s unsuccessful efforts to lead chants from the stage became one of the most widely discussed moments from the ceremony after video of the exchange spread across social media.

DSA Leader Brags About Hijacking Democrat Party To Sneak Socialist Candidates Into Power [WATCH]
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DSA Leader Brags About Hijacking Democrat Party To Sneak Socialist Candidates Into Power [WATCH]

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The co-chair of the New York City chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) said during a recent television interview that the organization fields candidates on the Democratic Party ballot line while working to build its own political movement independent of the party’s traditional structure, as reported by The Gateway Pundit.

Gustavo Gordillo, who serves as co-chair of the New York City Democratic Socialists of America, discussed the group’s political strategy during an interview with Spectrum News following recent primary elections.

His remarks have drawn attention online after video clips of the interview circulated on social media.

According to Gordillo, DSA candidates seek office as Democrats and participate in Democratic primaries rather than running under a separate party label.

“Our candidates run as Democrats. We’re on the Democratic Party ballot line. We contest the primaries,” said Gustavo Gordillo. “And when they’re in the legislature, they’re part of the Democratic Party caucus.”

Gordillo said the organization differs from Democratic Party leadership in how it recruits volunteers and organizes political campaigns.

“But we don’t agree with the way the Democratic Party establishment organizes or runs its party apparatus, so we try to build independence by focusing on volunteer-led movement,” Gordillo continued, “we think that everyone should be able to be trained and to become someone who can participate in the political process and we don’t really think that the Democratic Party campaigns and the establishment are run that way. And we think, you know, you really see that difference in the races we are having tonight.”

He also described what he views as a conflict between major campaign donors and the interests of working-class voters.

“And I think in terms of the agenda, there’s a problem in the Democratic Party where they’re funded by billionaire donors and at the same time they’re trying to represent the working class. In our opinion, you have to choose between the billionaire class and the working class. It’s just impossible to satisfy all of them,” Gordillo said.

Following the interview, clips of Gordillo’s comments were widely shared on X, where users debated the DSA’s relationship with the Democratic Party.

One post summarized the interview by stating that the organization uses the Democratic Party primarily as a vehicle for ballot access while maintaining its own organizational structure and political goals.

The post argued that DSA candidates run as Democrats to compete in elections but continue building an independent movement outside the party establishment.

Additional discussion on social media focused on Gordillo’s background. One post identified him as being born in Peru before later relocating to New York City.

The same post stated that he is an electrician, a union member, and holds an Ivy League degree, while noting that he has participated in politics for less than a decade.

The discussion surrounding the DSA’s electoral strategy also prompted comments from former Democratic National Committee Chairman Jaime Harrison, who urged individuals who oppose the Democratic Party not to seek its nomination.

“I say this with no ill will or animosity: if you hate the Democratic Party, then please don’t run for our nomination.”

Harrison continued by asking prospective candidates not to rely on Democratic Party resources if they do not support the party.

“Don’t use our resources. Don’t rely on our volunteers. Don’t use our infrastructure. Don’t ask Democrats to invest their time, money, and energy in your…”

His comments came as debate continued over the role of Democratic Socialists within Democratic primaries and the broader direction of the party following recent election results in New York City.

The exchange has renewed attention on how organizations outside the Democratic Party’s traditional leadership compete in Democratic primaries while caucusing with Democrats after taking office.

Gordillo’s interview outlined the DSA’s approach of running candidates on the Democratic ballot line while simultaneously developing what he described as an independent, volunteer-driven political movement.

Fetterman Blasts Democrats for Sliding Into Communism After Socialist Primary Wins [WATCH]
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Fetterman Blasts Democrats for Sliding Into Communism After Socialist Primary Wins [WATCH]

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Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., criticized the direction of the Democratic Party following a series of primary victories by progressive and democratic socialist candidates in New York City and other jurisdictions, arguing that the party is moving further to the left, as reported by Fox News.

Speaking on “The Will Cain Show,” Fetterman reacted to Tuesday’s Democratic primary elections, in which several candidates backed by progressive organizations defeated more established Democrats.

“It was a huge night for the dirtbag left last night in New York City, without a doubt,” Fetterman said.

He argued that the Democratic Party is “drifting firmly into communism” and said the party is increasingly embracing candidates he described as “anti-Israel,” “anti-American,” and opposed to institutions such as immigration enforcement and prisons.

Fetterman specifically cited Democratic socialist Darializa Avila Chevalier, one of three progressive candidates who defeated establishment Democratic opponents in New York City primaries.

“If you want to get elected as a Democrat now, you have to hate on Israel and say the strongest anti-Israel kinds of statements,” Fetterman said.

“It’s a perfect correlation between if you’re going to be hating on Israel, become anti-Israel, you’re also going to be anti-American. And these kinds of views, they’re going to be anti-Western civilization…”

The New York City primary elections were viewed by many political observers as another sign of growing influence for progressive and democratic socialist candidates within the Democratic Party.

Outside New York, additional progressive candidates also advanced in several high-profile races.

In Los Angeles, Democratic socialist Nithya Raman advanced to a November runoff election, where she is scheduled to face incumbent Democratic Mayor Karen Bass.

In Washington, D.C., Democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George defeated Kenyan McDuffie in the Democratic primary to succeed Mayor Muriel Bowser.

The report also noted that Abdul El-Sayed was leading in many public polls in Michigan’s Democratic Senate race to replace retiring Sen. Gary Peters, while Graham Platner won the Democratic Senate primary in Maine.

Fetterman has frequently taken positions that differ from many members of his party on several issues, including support for Israel.

During the interview, he contrasted his own views with those of the party’s progressive wing.

Fetterman said he considers himself a “normal Democrat” and stated that he is proud to support Israel and proud to be an American.

His comments come as Democratic strategists and political analysts continue evaluating the results of recent primary elections and the role progressive candidates may play in shaping the party’s direction ahead of the general election.

The victories by several candidates aligned with democratic socialist policies have renewed debate over the ideological balance within the Democratic Party.

Some observers have described the results as evidence of increasing momentum for progressive candidates in urban Democratic primaries, while others have suggested the outcomes reflect local political dynamics rather than a broader national trend.

Fetterman’s remarks add to an ongoing discussion among Democratic officials about the party’s future direction, particularly as candidates prepare for upcoming general elections and Senate races across the country.

The Pennsylvania senator has previously broken with fellow Democrats on several issues, and his latest comments continue that pattern as debate over the party’s ideological identity intensifies following this year’s primary contests.

Hochul and Mamdani Funnel Nearly Half a Million Dollars Into Expanding NYC Abortion Network [WATCH]
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Hochul and Mamdani Funnel Nearly Half a Million Dollars Into Expanding NYC Abortion Network [WATCH]

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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Thursday that New York City and New York State will provide additional funding to expand the New York City Abortion Access Hub, a program that connects callers with abortion providers and related support services, as reported by Fox News.

According to press releases issued by the mayor’s office and the governor’s office, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and the New York State Department of Health will provide a combined $495,000 to expand the program’s referral network.

The announcement states that the additional funding will allow the Abortion Access Hub to broaden its network of abortion providers and organizations beyond New York City’s five boroughs.

“The expansion will allow the Hub to connect callers with a broader network of abortion providers and support organizations outside the five boroughs, helping more people access reproductive health care regardless of where they live,” the press releases stated.

The state funding is intended to strengthen coordination between the Hub and providers located outside New York City, as well as organizations that assist patients with travel, lodging, and financial support associated with obtaining abortion services.

The two press releases differed on the amount of New York State’s annual contribution. The city’s announcement listed the state’s annual investment as $220,000, while the governor’s office stated the amount was $250,000. According to the report, Fox News Digital contacted both offices seeking clarification regarding the discrepancy.

The funding announcement coincided with the fourth anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2022 decision overturning Roe v. Wade.

The Court’s opinion stated, “The Constitution does not prohibit the citizens of each State from regulating or prohibiting abortion. Roe and Casey arrogated that authority. We now overrule those decisions and return that authority to the people and their elected representatives.”

According to the press releases, the New York City Abortion Access Hub was created following the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization.

The confidential hotline connects callers with abortion providers and offers assistance with insurance enrollment, transportation, lodging, and financial support.

Officials said that since the program launched, the Hub has answered more than 10,400 phone calls and nearly 5,000 live chat messages.

They also reported that more than half of callers sought medication abortion services, while approximately one-quarter of calls originated from outside New York State.

Mamdani said the expanded funding reflects New York’s continued support for abortion access.

“Four years ago, the disastrous Dobbs decision stripped away a fundamental right and put reproductive health care out of reach for millions of Americans across this country,” Mamdani said in a statement.

“Since then, New York has led the fight to protect abortion care. On this anniversary, we are expanding the successful Abortion Access Hub so that anyone seeking care can more easily find it. Together with New York State, we are strengthening a lifeline that connects people to abortion care, medication, transportation, lodging, and support. Because abortion is health care. And health care is a human right.”

Hochul also marked the anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision while announcing the funding.

“As we commemorate four years since the Supreme Court’s disastrous Dobbs decision, New York is sending a clear message to the rest of the country: We’re not going to let Washington Republicans take us backwards,” Hochul said.

“Thanks to our support, we are expanding the reach of this vital resource so more people have access to safe reproductive health care.”

The funding will be administered through New York City’s Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and the New York State Department of Health as the Abortion Access Hub expands its referral network and support services for callers seeking abortion care.

Shark Attack Survivor Awakens After Ten Days in Coma and Shares Emotional First Words [WATCH]
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Shark Attack Survivor Awakens After Ten Days in Coma and Shares Emotional First Words [WATCH]

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A woman who spent 10 days in an induced coma after a shark attack at a Sydney, Australia, beach has spoken to her family for the first time since the incident, according to an update shared by her brother, as reported by Fox News.

Leah Stewart regained consciousness Tuesday after doctors reduced her sedation while she continued recovering in the intensive care unit.

According to a message posted on a fundraising page by her brother, her first words to her mother and partner were, “I love you.”

The update marked a significant milestone in Stewart’s recovery after she underwent multiple surgeries following the June 13 attack at Coogee Beach, a popular beach in Sydney.

“After a week of life-support and repeat[ed] surgeries, doctors were able to extubate Leah and reduce her level of sedation to bring her out of the induced coma for a short period of time,” Stewart’s brother wrote.

“This allowed Leah to share her first words, ‘I love you,’ with her Mum and partner Fernando, who have been by her side in ICU since the incident.”

He also said Stewart’s thoughts quickly turned to her young daughter.

“Her first thoughts were with her daughter August,” he wrote, adding that she immediately asked whether her daughter was OK.

Stewart, a teacher and mother in her mid-30s, remains in critical care as she continues recovering from the injuries she suffered during the attack.

According to the fundraising update, she has undergone five surgeries since arriving at the hospital, including the amputation of one arm.

Emergency responders airlifted Stewart to the hospital in critical condition after the attack occurred on the morning of June 13.

According to the Sydney Morning Herald, Stewart had been swimming near the shoreline at Coogee Beach while a friend watched her daughter from the beach when the attack occurred.

Her brother described her progress as encouraging and said her recovery has advanced more quickly than the family had expected.

“This is a lot faster than anyone expected, and for us this feels like a miracle and is everything so many of us have hoped and prayed for over the past week,” he wrote.

Although Stewart has regained consciousness and communicated with family members, her recovery remains ongoing.

“Leah has a long road ahead and still remains in critical care, but this is such a positive first step and gives us hope for Leah’s long-term recovery,” her brother added.

Medical staff continues to monitor Stewart in intensive care while she recovers from the surgeries and begins rehabilitation.

The attack has drawn renewed attention to a series of fatal shark attacks that have occurred in Australia in recent months.

According to the report, three men have been killed in shark attacks in Australia since May. Earlier this year, a 12-year-old boy was also killed in a shark attack in Sydney Harbour in January.

Authorities have not released additional details regarding the shark involved in Stewart’s attack.

Family members have continued providing updates through the fundraising page while thanking supporters for their messages and encouragement as Stewart remains hospitalized.

Her recovery continues under the care of medical teams in Sydney, with relatives expressing hope that her ability to speak to loved ones marks another positive step in her rehabilitation following the June 13 incident.

Florida GOP Candidate Says Socialist Victories Will Drive More People Out of New York [WATCH]
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Florida GOP Candidate Says Socialist Victories Will Drive More People Out of New York [WATCH]

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Florida Republican congressional candidate Scott Singer said he believes the outcome of New York City’s Democratic primary elections could contribute to additional residents and businesses relocating from New York, citing concerns about the growing influence of socialist-backed candidates within the Democratic Party, as reported by Fox News.

Singer, the former mayor of Boca Raton, is running for Congress in Florida’s 25th Congressional District. In an interview with Fox News Digital, he discussed the results of Tuesday’s primaries and their potential political and economic impact.

“It should be concerning for all Americans because you had the Democratic Party continuing to be co-opted by a fringe socialist base, which is now not the fringe,” Singer said.

“When you have two Democratic members of the House taken out by candidates who say things like they want to abolish ICE, abolish all prisons, and end private healthcare, it shows that the Democratic Party in New York and increasingly in America is not only not our parents’ Democratic Party, it’s not the Democratic Party of just a year ago. And this radical influence is going to continue to send shock waves that I hope will wake people up to understand where we are as a nation and where that party is.”

The comments followed Democratic primary victories by three congressional candidates endorsed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Two of those candidates also received endorsements from the Democratic Socialists of America.

The election results were widely viewed as another indication of the growing influence of progressive and democratic socialist candidates within New York City politics.

One of the closely watched races featured Brad Lander defeating Rep. Dan Goldman in a Democratic primary contest. According to the report, disagreements over Israel became a recurring issue during the campaign.

Singer also expressed concern about antisemitism in New York City.

“I think antisemitism is raging in the Democratic Party; it’s alarmingly raging in New York City,” he said.

“Congressman Goldman’s office was vandalized three days ago. You had him shut out of a restaurant because of the fact that he was Jewish, and he’s a congressman. If this is happening on everyday streets in New York, it’s bearing more and more similarities to Germany in the 1930s. God help us if we get there, but we have to understand what people want to do and what’s winning in the Democratic Party right now.”

Political analysts have suggested the primary results demonstrate continued momentum for the Democratic Party’s progressive wing, while more moderate candidates face increasing challenges in some districts.

Singer argued that the election results reflected a broader ideological shift within the party.

“The far left is trouncing what used to be the moderates in the Democratic Party, and the Democratic moderates are now becoming Republicans,” he said.

“And I think anyone who’s still looking at what this Democratic Party used to be, even a few months ago, has to understand where it’s going. Democratic members of Congress don’t often lose primaries, and two get trounced by far-left radicals who want to end prisons, end ICE, and end private healthcare.”

Singer said he believes the ideological differences between the parties will become a major issue during the general election campaign.

“Everyone needs to take note because when we’re running in November, we have a real choice between people who value our American system, our free markets, opportunities for all, and law and order, and those who want to end prisons.”

Singer has previously said business leaders have contacted him about relocating operations from New York to Florida because of taxes and public policy. Following Tuesday’s primary results, he said he expects that trend to continue.

“We’re going to continue to see people flee New York, and last night’s election should give a lot of people pause because if these Democratic socialists continue to win, not only in New York, but throughout America, we’re not going to recognize the country,” Singer said.

He added that one reason he decided to run for Congress was concern about “radicals influencing our state” as people relocate to Florida from other parts of the country, including New York.

The primary results are expected to remain a focus in the weeks ahead as candidates prepare for the November general election, and both parties assess the implications of the contests for future congressional races.

Supreme Court Delivers Huge Win for Trump in Border Asylum Battle
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Supreme Court Delivers Huge Win for Trump in Border Asylum Battle

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The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Thursday that federal immigration officials may turn away migrants seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border until they have entered the United States, reversing lower court decisions that had reached the opposite conclusion, as reported by The Gateway Pundit.

In a 6-3 decision, the Court held that migrants cannot apply for asylum before they have entered the country. The ruling represents a victory for the Trump administration as it continues implementing its border enforcement policies.

Justices Sonia Sotomayor, Elena Kagan, and Ketanji Brown Jackson dissented from the decision. In an uncommon step, Sotomayor delivered her dissent orally from the bench.

Justice Samuel Alito authored the majority opinion.

Explaining the Court’s reasoning, Alito wrote, “In ordinary speech, no one would say that a person ‘arrives in’ a place—for example, a house, a city, or a country—before the person enters that place.”

He continued, “The context in which the phrase ‘arrives in the United States’ is used in the immigration statutes at issue here supports an ordinary-meaning reading. So does the presumption against extraterritoriality. We therefore reverse.”

The decision centers on the interpretation of federal immigration law governing when an individual is considered to have “arrived in the United States” for purposes of seeking asylum.

The ruling allows immigration officials stationed at ports of entry along the U.S.-Mexico border to continue turning away asylum seekers who have not yet entered the United States.

According to the decision, federal officials may require migrants to wait outside the country before they become eligible to submit asylum applications.

The Supreme Court’s ruling overturns lower court decisions that had concluded Congress intended to allow migrants approaching official ports of entry to request asylum immediately upon presenting themselves to immigration officials.

According to Politico, the Court approved the continued use of a border “metering” policy that was first developed during the Obama administration and later expanded during President Donald Trump’s first term.

Under that policy, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers stationed at bridges and ports of entry along the U.S.-Mexico border limited the number of asylum seekers processed each day, requiring others to wait outside the United States until additional processing capacity became available.

Supporters of the policy have argued that it helps border officials manage processing capacity and maintain orderly operations at ports of entry.

Opponents have argued that the practice improperly delays access to the asylum process for migrants seeking protection.

Thursday’s ruling resolves the legal dispute in favor of the federal government’s interpretation of the immigration statutes governing asylum eligibility at the border.

The 6-3 split reflected the Court’s ideological divisions, with the six-member majority concluding that the statutory language supports requiring physical entry into the United States before an asylum claim may be filed. The three dissenting justices disagreed with that interpretation.

The decision is expected to affect immigration processing at ports of entry along the southern border by allowing Customs and Border Protection officials to continue implementing the metering policy while asylum claims remain subject to the Court’s interpretation of federal immigration law.


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