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NBA Commissioner Shreds Hakeem Jeffries’ Trump Knicks Smear [WATCH]

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver pushed back Monday against criticism surrounding President Donald Trump’s attendance at a New York Knicks playoff game, saying the president has been a longtime supporter of the franchise and a familiar presence at Madison Square Garden for decades.

Silver made the remarks before Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, where he was interviewed by ESPN’s broadcast crew.

His comments came after House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries questioned Trump’s appearance at the game and suggested the president was using the event to draw attention to himself, as reported by Red State.

According to Silver, Trump’s history with the Knicks and Madison Square Garden is well established.

“He was a fixture at Madison Square Garden,” Silver said during the broadcast.

“You guys remember – all of you – when you played here back in the old days, he had courtside seats. He was here all the time. He was at drafts, so he’s a genuine Knicks fan.”

Silver’s comments were widely circulated on social media as debate continued over Trump’s appearance at the game.

The commissioner also used the opportunity to discuss the broader role of sports in public life, arguing that sporting events should bring people together rather than deepen political divisions.

“The arena is packed. People got through extra security,” Silver said. “I think we should be using sports to create more of a sense of community with people, not less.”

The discussion followed comments made earlier in the day by Jeffries during a press conference on Capitol Hill. The New York Democrat questioned whether Trump was genuinely a fan of the Knicks and criticized the president’s attendance at the game.

“It also is not clear to me that Donald Trump is a big Knicks fan. I mean, does this guy even know the difference between Karl Rove and Karl-Anthony Towns?!? I don’t think so. He’s just injecting himself into the NBA Finals because he always has to bring the MAGA circus into town, and that’s unfortunate,” Jeffries said.

The exchange added another political dimension to a high-profile sporting event that drew national attention.

Trump, who grew up in New York City, has attended Knicks games for many years and has frequently appeared at major sporting events during his time in public life.

Neither Trump nor the White House immediately responded to Jeffries’ remarks. However, Silver’s comments provided a direct response to questions surrounding the president’s connection to the team.

The controversy emerged as the Knicks continue their postseason run and as political figures from both parties increasingly use major sporting events as opportunities to connect with voters and supporters.

Silver did not address the political aspects of the dispute beyond his comments about sports serving as a unifying force. Instead, he focused on the president’s long history of attending games and participating in events associated with the franchise.

The episode underscores how major sporting events continue to intersect with politics, particularly when high-profile elected officials attend nationally televised games.

In this case, the debate centered not on the action on the court but on whether a longtime public figure’s ties to the team were genuine.

As attention remained focused on the NBA Finals, Silver’s remarks shifted the discussion back toward the league and the game itself, emphasizing what he described as the value of sports in bringing communities together.

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Platner Melts Down, Calls Fetterman an ‘A–hole’ in Explosive Town Hall Rant [WATCH]

Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner escalated his ongoing dispute with Sen. John Fetterman during a town hall event in Portland, Maine, on Sunday, using a profanity to describe the Pennsylvania Democrat while discussing how he would approach relationships in Washington if elected, as reported by Fox News.

The exchange came just days before Maine Democrats head to the polls in a closely watched Senate primary that will determine who challenges incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November.

During the town hall, Platner was asked by a supporter about lawmakers he hoped to work with if elected to the Senate. While discussing the importance of building relationships in Congress, Platner took aim at Fetterman, who has become one of his most vocal Democratic critics.

“The Senate really is a place of, it’s a lot about relationships, and I-I don’t want to go down there and simply be nonfunctional,” Platner said.

“I mean, as you can all probably tell, we got a lot of criticisms about the way this government functions. But in order for us to make it functional, we’re going to have to do stuff. And you can’t just go down there and be John Fetterman and just and just kind of just sort of be an a–hole.”

Platner then added, “He’s said mean things about me, I’m allowed to say that.”

The comments marked the latest development in a growing public feud between the two Democrats. In recent days, Fetterman has repeatedly criticized Platner over several controversies that have surrounded the Maine candidate’s campaign.

During an appearance with Fox News host Sean Hannity, Fetterman criticized Platner and referenced reports regarding an online Kik account linked to the candidate.

“This is a guy that had a problem with me, how I dress, but he seemed to have no problem posing in a towel at a disgusting website that consistently had serious problems about that kinds of depravity,” Fetterman said.

The Pennsylvania senator also challenged Platner to release messages reportedly exchanged with women through the platform.

“Let me make a deal. I’ll tell P-Hustle, I’ll wear a suit every day, if he releases all those texts and messages that he’s had… [with] the dozen women,” Fetterman continued, referring to Platner’s reported username.

Platner responded over the weekend in a post on X.

“John Fetterman seems to genuinely think that the reason no one likes him is because he refuses to wear a suit.”

“It’s not the hoodie, dude. It’s because you’ve become a stooge for AIPAC and the Republican Party.”

The dispute has unfolded as Platner’s Senate campaign continues to face scrutiny over a series of controversies that have received national attention. Reports have focused on allegations involving sexually explicit messages sent during his marriage, an active Kik profile, past social media posts, and claims made by a former girlfriend regarding his behavior. Platner has denied allegations of abusive conduct and has described criticism of his campaign as politically motivated.

Despite the controversies, Platner focused much of Sunday’s event on his campaign message, emphasizing economic issues and what he described as growing concentrations of power in American politics.

“We must understand that we have entered a new phase in the American political story,” Platner told supporters.

“We have entered an era that I think looks a lot more like the 1880s or the 1930s or the 1960s than the last 40 years. We have entered an age of a politics of power, and we need to start acting like it.”

Earlier in the event, Platner described himself as an unlikely candidate seeking higher office.

“I am very much just some random guy from Sullivan, Maine,” he told the crowd before receiving a standing ovation after predicting that “we are going to beat Susan Collins” in November.

Platner enters Tuesday’s Democratic primary as one of the leading candidates in the race. Democratic Gov. Janet Mills and former senior government official David Costello are also on the ballot.

If he secures the nomination, Platner will face Collins in the general election this fall.

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Mamdani Ally’s Adviser Exposed for Questionable Nude Photo Past as Platner Scandal Widens [WATCH]

A Democratic political strategist credited with helping New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani secure a major electoral victory is facing increased scrutiny in Maine after old writings resurfaced while he assists Senate candidate Graham Platner as the campaign confronts a series of controversies ahead of a key Democratic primary, as reported by Fox News.

Morris Katz, a New York-based Democratic strategist, has drawn attention from Maine Republicans over comments he made in past writings and his role advising Platner as the candidate responds to reports about his personal conduct and campaign-related controversies.

Katz, who has been widely credited with helping Mamdani’s successful mayoral campaign, wrote in a 2019 post on the Medium blogging platform that he had both “sent” and “received nudes.”

He also authored a puberty guide for boys in 2020 that included a footnote stating he had initially considered using “images of my penis” to illustrate portions of the publication before being told by a publisher that such content would be inappropriate.

The resurfaced writings have become a new point of criticism from Republicans as Platner’s campaign continues to address questions surrounding reports that he exchanged sexually explicit messages with multiple women during the early years of his marriage through the messaging platform Kik.

Republicans in Maine have argued that Katz’s background raises additional questions about judgment as he works to help Platner navigate the fallout from the controversy.

Jason Savage, executive director of the Maine Republican Party, criticized Katz’s actions and alleged attempts to pressure individuals connected to the controversy.

“Morris Katz thinking that he was going to call up and intimidate Genevieve McDonald shows how bad his judgment is — he was never going to succeed at that, and the fact he didn’t have the instincts to know better is just the first red flag of many for him,” Savage told Fox News Digital.

Savage continued by criticizing both Katz and Platner.

“The combination of Morris Katz and Graham Platner is this weird horror story where neither one of them really understands the guardrails on decency. Neither one of them can recognize when there is a boundary,” he said.

An anonymous Republican strategist from rural Maine also criticized Katz’s involvement in the race and argued that national political operatives were attempting to influence a contest with significant implications for the state.

“This guy [Katz], who is unbelievably strange, comes in from out of state and tries to get this horribly flawed guy, like limping, pleading across the finish line. That is so arrogant,” the strategist told Fox News Digital.

“The arrogance that it takes to come in and say, ‘I’m an out-of-state progressive socialist here to make some money off a flawed candidate bleeding in the polls,’ and then try to take that away from the people who really need it, you’re going to take away what Susan Collins has done and will be able to do for these people.”

Platner is challenging incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins in one of the most closely watched Senate races in the country.

His campaign has faced a series of controversies in recent months. Reports have alleged that Platner exchanged sexually explicit messages with multiple women while married.

According to reports, Platner’s wife, Amy Gertner, disclosed the messages during an internal campaign vetting process. The campaign has acknowledged the messages existed while maintaining that the matter was handled privately between the couple.

Additional scrutiny followed reports that Platner maintained an active Kik profile. The profile reportedly featured a shirtless mirror selfie with a towel around his waist.

The image later became the subject of a protest outside Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee headquarters in Washington, D.C., where Republican staffers appeared wearing towels in an effort to mock the reported profile photo.

Platner has also faced criticism over a tattoo that critics identified as having links to Nazi symbolism. He has stated that he was unaware of the symbol’s meaning when he received the tattoo years earlier and later covered it up.

Genevieve McDonald has disputed his account and argued he was aware of the symbol’s meaning.

The candidate previously apologized after old Reddit posts resurfaced containing inflammatory comments regarding race, political violence, police officers, rural Americans, military veterans, and other subjects.

Platner has said his views changed over time and that some of the posts reflected a difficult period following his military service.

Most recently, Platner denied allegations from a former girlfriend who accused him of abusive behavior. He described those allegations as politically motivated.

His campaign has argued that critics and media coverage have focused heavily on personal controversies rather than policy issues affecting Maine voters.

Fox News Digital reported that requests for comment were sent to Katz, the Platner campaign, Fight Agency, Mamdani’s team, and McDonald.

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Repeat Offender on Probation Charged After Killing Texas Father Who Tracked Stolen Truck [WATCH]

A Houston man was killed Saturday after he tracked down a pickup truck that authorities say had been stolen from his family, leading to a confrontation that ended in gunfire and multiple criminal charges against a repeat offender who was already on probation, as reported by The New York Post.

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office identified the victim as 56-year-old Louis Erebia.

Investigators say Erebia was attempting to recover a stolen Chevrolet Silverado when he was allegedly shot by London Hogan Sr., who has since been charged with murder, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and aggravated robbery with a deadly weapon.

According to authorities, the incident began when Erebia’s son was putting gas into the Silverado. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office told FOX26 that Hogan allegedly approached, displayed a firearm, and took the truck.

After learning the vehicle had been stolen, Erebia and a friend used GPS tracking technology to locate it. The tracking data led them to the area where the truck was being driven.

Deputies said the vehicle Erebia was traveling in became involved in a collision with the stolen Silverado, disabling the truck. Authorities then say a male and female suspect exited the stolen vehicle and fled on foot.

According to investigators, Erebia pursued the suspects. During that pursuit, deputies allege Hogan opened fire.

Erebia was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Authorities also say Hogan allegedly shot another man during the incident. That victim is expected to survive.

The case has drawn additional attention because of Hogan’s criminal history and his status at the time of the alleged offense.

Court records cited by authorities show Hogan was serving a five-year term of community supervision after receiving deferred adjudication on Nov. 12, 2023, in a case involving assault of a family or household member by impeding breath or circulation.

Additional entries in Hogan’s criminal history include:

Sept. 3, 2020: Felon in possession of a weapon — dismissed
Sept. 3, 2020: Unauthorized use of a vehicle — dismissed
Sept. 3, 2020: Possession of a controlled substance — dismissed
Aug. 24, 2016: Possession of a controlled substance — guilty
Oct. 15, 2015: Possession of a controlled substance — guilty
Dec. 16, 2009: Burglary — guilty

During a court hearing Monday, a judge referenced Hogan’s probation status while reading the charges.

“Looks like you are on a 5-year felony deferred for assault, impeding breath. And Mr. Hogan entered into that deferred March 27th of 2024. Also, murder is an SB9 offense,” the judge said.

Family members and loved ones have continued to mourn Erebia following his death.

Amber Burrough, a relative of Erebia, shared a tribute on Facebook describing him as a man dedicated to helping others and serving his community.

“Louis died doing exactly what he did every day of his life—protecting others. He was a hero down to his very last breath. A pillar of our community, the backbone of our family, and a man whose selflessness impacted countless lives, Louis never hesitated to help those in need. He gave of himself freely and served others without question,” Burrough said.

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the case. Hogan remains charged in connection with the death, and the allegations against him will be addressed through the court process as the case moves forward.

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U.S. Army Helicopter Down Near Oman, Trump Confirms Army Pilots Safe [WATCH]

A U.S. Army helicopter operating near the coast of Oman went down Monday evening, prompting a rescue operation that successfully recovered both crew members, according to U.S. Central Command, as reported by Fox News.

The incident involved a U.S. Army AH-64 Apache helicopter that was patrolling regional waters when it went down near Oman’s coastline. Officials said the two soldiers aboard were rescued by American forces and are in stable condition.

CENTCOM announced the rescue in a statement posted Tuesday morning on X.

“At 7:33 p.m. ET on June 8, two crew members from a U.S. Army AH-64 Apache were rescued by American forces after their helicopter went down near the coast of Oman while patrolling regional waters,” the statement said.

Military officials noted that the rescue operation was completed within approximately two hours of the aircraft going down.

“The Soldiers were safely rescued within approximately two hours and are in stable condition. The cause of the incident is under investigation,” the statement continued.

CENTCOM said rescue efforts were conducted by U.S. Naval Forces Central Command and the 82nd Airborne Division, with additional support from U.S. Air Force and Navy assets, including U.S. 5th Fleet Task Force 59.

Before CENTCOM released its statement, President Donald Trump addressed the incident while speaking with reporters prior to boarding Air Force One.

“The pilots are fine,” Trump said when asked about reports of the helicopter going down.

The president also stated that there were no injuries resulting from the incident.

“Nobody injured,” Trump said.

He added that additional information would be released soon.

“We are gonna issue a report tomorrow,” he said, again emphasizing that “the pilots are fine.”

The helicopter incident occurred as U.S. forces continue operations connected to an ongoing blockade targeting the Islamic Republic of Iran. American military assets have maintained a heightened presence in the region as tensions remain elevated.

On June 8, CENTCOM also announced action involving a commercial vessel in the Gulf of Oman.

“U.S. forces disabled an unladen oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman, June 8, after the vessel violated the ongoing blockade against Iran by attempting to sail to an Iranian port,” a CENTCOM press release stated.

According to the military, the Palau-flagged tanker M/T Marivex was traveling through international waters toward Iran when U.S. forces intervened.

“U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) disabled Palau-flagged M/T Marivex as it transited international waters in the Gulf of Oman toward Iran. An F/A-18 Super Hornet from USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) fired a precision munition into the ship’s engineering and steering spaces after the crew failed to comply with directions from U.S. forces. Marivex is no longer sailing to Iran,” the release stated.

CENTCOM also provided updated figures regarding the enforcement of the blockade that began on April 13.

“CENTCOM forces have disabled seven non-compliant vessels, redirected 134 ships that complied, and allowed 42 vessels supporting humanitarian aid to pass since initiating the blockade on April 13,” the military command said.

The cause of the Apache helicopter incident remains under investigation. Military officials have not indicated whether weather, mechanical issues, or other factors may have contributed to the aircraft going down.

For now, officials say both soldiers were rescued safely and remain in stable condition as investigators work to determine exactly what happened off the coast of Oman.

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Facial Recognition Exposes Delaney Hall Leftist Rioters in Anti-ICE Chaos Across Multiple Cities [WATCH]

Federal officials are alleging that some of the individuals arrested during recent unrest outside the Delaney Hall ICE detention facility in New Jersey have ties to similar anti-ICE demonstrations in other parts of the country, including Oregon and Minnesota, as reported by The Post Millennial.

Border Czar Tom Homan made the claims during an appearance on Fox & Friends on Monday, where he discussed ongoing protests and arrests connected to the facility in Newark.

According to Homan, federal authorities have identified individuals involved in criminal activity at the site who are not residents of New Jersey.

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“The ones who we are charging with crimes, the ones that, you know, they go from protesting to criminal activity, insulting our officers and damaging government property: Most of them from out of state,” Homan said.

The comments come as demonstrations outside Delaney Hall have continued in recent days.

While many protesters have gathered to oppose federal immigration enforcement policies, law enforcement officials have reported incidents involving property damage and confrontations that resulted in arrests.

Homan said federal investigators have used facial recognition technology and other investigative tools to identify individuals allegedly involved in multiple anti-ICE demonstrations across the country.

“Look, these are paid protesters. We’ve got facial recognition of people from Portland, they’re at Portland riots, and many from Minnesota. This is a well-planned, established thing they’re doing,” Homan added.

He further argued that much of the unrest has been driven by individuals traveling into the area rather than local residents.

“This isn’t homegrown. There’s a lot of local people there to protest peacefully, and they certainly can do that. But the violence, majority of violence, not all of it, the majority is coming from an out-of-town people,” Homan said.

The allegations come amid broader concerns from the Trump administration regarding organized anti-ICE demonstrations that have taken place in several cities.

Federal officials have repeatedly pointed to incidents in Los Angeles, Portland, and other locations as examples of what they describe as coordinated efforts to disrupt immigration enforcement operations.

Activists protesting outside Delaney Hall have raised concerns about conditions inside the facility. Among the allegations are claims that detainees have received inadequate food and have been subjected to poor living conditions.

Some activists have specifically alleged that meals served inside the facility contained worms.

Homan has disputed those claims. He said he visited the facility without prior notice and personally ate the same meal provided to detainees.

“I made sure my tray equaled their tray. I had spaghetti and meat sauce. I had beans. I had green beans. I had bread and rolls. I had drinks. I had dessert. The food was good,” Homan said.

Reports have also indicated that detainees at the facility have access to recreational activities and other services, including yoga programs.

Several arrests were made Sunday night outside Delaney Hall as demonstrations continued. Authorities have not yet released complete details regarding all charges connected to those arrests.

Concerns about out-of-state agitators have also been raised by New Jersey officials. Democratic Gov. Mikie Sherrill addressed the issue during a news conference last week, warning individuals traveling into the state to participate in unrest.

“To the people coming from out of state to create chaos and dangerous situations, you should not be here,” Sherrill said in a news conference last week.

The situation at Delaney Hall remains a focal point in the ongoing debate over immigration enforcement and detention policies, with federal officials defending operations at the facility while activists continue to challenge conditions and enforcement actions.

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Dan Bongino Goes Nuclear on Tucker Carlson in Explosive Segment [WATCH]

Dan Bongino let loose a verbal firestorm at Tucker Carlson, and the conservative world is buzzing over every word. What began as a disagreement over the Epstein files has spiraled into a very public and deeply personal feud between two of the most recognizable names in the movement, as reported by Trending Politics News.

Bongino, known for his blunt, no-nonsense approach, pulled no punches during his on-air tirade, blasting Carlson and his circle in a way that few expected.

For Bongino, this was not just about media narrative but about loyalty and integrity within the grassroots right.

The former Secret Service agent accused Carlson of intentionally stirring chaos within the conservative movement, claiming the former Fox News host has grown obsessed with playing disruptor rather than unifier.

Bongino’s criticism reached an especially personal level when he targeted Tucker’s brother, Buckley Carlson, after Buckley mocked him on social media.

The former agent fired back with a profanity-filled outburst, labeling him “another one, a little Nepo baby bum” and even going so far as to say their “daddy’s probably looking down in disgrace that they spawned these two losers.”

It was a shot that left no room for reconciliation.

This feud has been brewing for weeks, as divisions inside the MAGA camp deepen over the Epstein files, foreign policy decisions, and criticism of the Trump years.

Carlson has long positioned himself as a truth-teller against entrenched political and media power. Bongino, meanwhile, carved out a reputation as a fighter for law and order and a voice of working-class conservatives frustrated with Beltway elites.

At one point, Carlson had defended Bongino, insisting that the former agent had been unfairly targeted during earlier controversies about Epstein.

But that alliance now appears to be history. Bongino has used his platform to denounce what he calls the “black piller” faction of the right, a group of commentators and influencers who, in his view, thrive on pessimism and nihilism rather than solutions.

Many in that faction see Carlson as an intellectual leader.

During his monologue, Bongino played a montage of what he claimed were contradictions in Carlson’s past statements.

“Tucker’s just making this up because he just needs, again, Tucker wants to make sure… that maximum chaos results,” Bongino said, accusing his rival of fueling division for attention. He added, “You only have to debate yourself when you don’t remember your own lies.”

Bongino also sought to draw a clear contrast between their upbringings, painting himself as the self-made man who earned every post through sweat and risk, while casting Carlson as the pampered son of privilege.

“Unlike Tucker, I actually did stuff. Like, did stuff. Actual stuff,” Bongino declared.

He rattled off his resumé from cop to Secret Service agent to FBI official, saying, “My father was a plumber. My mother worked in a supermarket. I worked in a cemetery cleaning mausoleums.”

Bongino’s central defense was aimed at debunking claims that he helped suppress information about Epstein. He flatly denied that accusation, suggesting instead that Carlson’s narrative was not only false but deliberately dangerous.

“Tucker just wants to cause a dangerous situation for me and others,” Bongino warned. He claimed that casting him as part of some elite cover-up was both reckless and harmful.

“Painting me as part of some elite class of people covering up this thing when I was resolutely focused on it and tasked hundreds of guys to this case to go through everything on it, you’re just doing it because either you want me to get hurt or you want other people to get hurt too.”

The intensity of Bongino’s remarks reflects how personal this split has become.

Once mutual defenders in the Fox News orbit, the two men now represent a broader gulf within the populist right: those focused on actionable patriotism and reform, and those who prefer commentary that tears everything down.

Some conservative watchers believe the Bongino-Carlson clash highlights a growing unease among grassroots Republicans who feel alienated from competing media personalities claiming to speak for them.

Bongino’s version of conservatism, grounded in service and accountability, appeals to those tired of grandstanders who talk big but deliver nothing tangible.

While Carlson’s fans view him as confronting uncomfortable truths about power and corruption, Bongino’s camp sees him as twisting narratives for clicks.

The feud may be ugly, but it lays bare the internal stress of a movement deciding its future after years of success and infighting.

If anything, Bongino’s fiery rant confirms that he is unwilling to let personal slander or online jabs slide. In his world, credibility and background matter more than social media fame. And when he feels attacked, he hits back twice as hard.

Whether this confrontation cools down or escalates further, one thing is clear: the conservative media landscape is changing fast, and there is no shortage of sharp elbows as big personalities fight for the microphone.

For Bongino, this battle might go beyond Carlson himself. It is about defining who speaks for the MAGA base, who represents the heart of the movement, and who merely exploits it for profit and fame.

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JD Vance Refers Tim Walz and Keith Ellison to DOJ Over Massive Fraud Allegations [WATCH]

Vice President JD Vance announced Monday that allegations involving Tim Walz and Keith Ellison have been referred to the Department of Justice for a potential criminal investigation related to alleged fraud involving federally funded social services programs in Minnesota, as reported by Fox News.

Vance made the announcement during an appearance on Fox News’ “Jesse Watters Primetime,” where he discussed findings outlined in a recent report from the House Oversight Committee.

According to the report, state officials were allegedly warned about fraudulent activity but failed to take sufficient action to stop it.

The report further alleges that concerns about litigation and accusations of discrimination contributed to hesitation among officials tasked with addressing the matter.

During the interview, Vance said the administration had already taken action before he appeared on the program.

“We’re certainly going to investigate this, Jesse, and I guess now I can make a bit of breaking news because I left the White House to come here to do this interview with you. And before I did, we actually referred this particular case to the Department of Justice for a full criminal investigation. We are not going to do what the Biden administration did and make judgments of the law before all the facts are in,” Vance said.

The vice president said allegations contained in the report raised concerns about how warnings from employees and whistleblowers were handled inside the Walz administration.

“But here’s what’s particularly troubling about this to me is, Jesse, you had people within Governor Walz’s office who were saying, you know what? This looks like fraud. It looks like these Somalian illegal immigrants are doing something that’s very shady, and then you had people who shut them down, who shut these whistleblowers down and said, you know, you’re a racist, or you’re a xenophobe for asking questions about where taxpayer money is going,” he continued.

Vance argued that such allegations, if proven true, would indicate that concerns about fraud were not treated with sufficient urgency by state officials.

“What that means to me, Jesse, is that clearly people weren’t taking fraud seriously. Whether it rises to the level of a criminal violation, we’re gonna investigate it, and of course, if it does rise to that level, we’re going to prosecute it. We have to,” Vance added.

The vice president currently leads the White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud, a role he assumed in February after President Donald Trump announced a government-wide effort targeting fraud and waste during his address to Congress.

Following his television appearance, Vance reiterated his position in a post on X, stating that state officials would be held accountable if evidence supports the allegations.

“Minnesota state officials are not above the law, and if they facilitated fraud, lied under oath about what they knew, or harassed and intimidated whistleblowers, they must face justice,” Vance wrote.

The allegations have intensified scrutiny of Minnesota’s handling of federally funded programs. Previous reports have raised questions about oversight and the use of taxpayer funds within certain state-administered initiatives.

The dispute between federal and state officials has also extended beyond the House Oversight Committee report.

Earlier this year, Vance and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator Mehmet Oz announced a pause on certain federal Medicaid reimbursements to Minnesota while federal authorities reviewed concerns related to program administration.

Walz rejected the move and argued that it was politically motivated rather than tied to fraud concerns.

“Trump is weaponizing the entirety of the federal government to punish blue states like Minnesota,” Walz said on Feb. 25.

Walz also maintained at the time that the reimbursement pause had “nothing to do with fraud” and characterized the federal action as a “campaign of retribution.”

The Department of Justice has not yet announced whether formal charges or additional investigative steps will result from the referral. The allegations remain under review as federal authorities determine whether any criminal violations occurred.

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Knicks Watch Party Erupts Into Complete Chaos as Fans Brawl With Each Other, Police [WATCH]

A large crowd gathered outside Bryant Park in Manhattan on Monday night for a public watch party during Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs, but the event was overshadowed by multiple disturbances that led to clashes with police and several arrests, as reported by The New York Post.

The unrest began as thousands of fans converged on the Midtown park to watch the game. Many spectators were unable to enter the official viewing area, and tensions rose as crowds swelled around the perimeter of the event.

According to reports from the scene, disorder erupted roughly an hour after tip-off. Large fights broke out near the park as New York City police officers moved in to regain control.

Officers wearing riot gear responded to the disturbances and deployed pepper spray while attempting to disperse sections of the crowd.

Videos shared online showed groups of fans climbing onto parked vehicles while chanting “We want Wemby!” in reference to Spurs star Victor Wembanyama.

One individual was seen burning a Spurs T-shirt, while another video appeared to show a group chasing a San Antonio fan across the street.

Additional footage captured damage to public property as several individuals repeatedly shook a metal bus sign near Bryant Park. The sign eventually detached from its pole, prompting cheers from some members of the crowd.

Another video from the scene showed the detached sign later being used during a street fight on West 42nd Street. The confrontation unfolded as multiple people exchanged punches and kicks while officers attempted to intervene.

Police repeatedly ordered people to move back as they worked to separate those involved in the altercations. Several individuals were detained during the incidents, with some being restrained on the ground before being taken into custody.

Witness videos also showed individuals climbing onto NYPD barricade trucks while shouting profanities. Other clips captured groups surrounding yellow taxicabs and striking vehicle windshields with lightsabers as police attempted to clear the area.

Authorities said at least one person threw a bottle at a police officer during the disturbances. Officers continued efforts throughout the evening to restore order as crowds spread through nearby streets.

The heightened security environment around the game had already drawn attention earlier in the day. The New York City Police Department and the Secret Service had canceled a separate NBA Finals watch party planned near Madison Square Garden.

Fans attending Game 3 festivities were advised to arrive at least two hours before the game because of increased security measures related to President Donald Trump’s attendance.

The scenes outside Bryant Park contrasted sharply with the excitement surrounding the Knicks’ appearance in the NBA Finals. Throughout the postseason, large crowds have gathered across New York City to support the team during its deep playoff run.

By late Monday night, police had regained control of the area. An NYPD spokesperson confirmed that multiple individuals were arrested in connection with the disturbances.

The investigation into the incidents remains ongoing.

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Steve Hilton Surges Into California Governor Race to Face Xavier Becerra in High Stakes Showdown

Republican candidate Steve Hilton has advanced to California’s gubernatorial general election, setting up a November contest against former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra after a closely contested top-two primary, as reported by The Post Millennial.

According to a projection from Decision Desk HQ, Hilton earned one of the two spots available under California’s election system, which advances the highest two vote-getters to the general election regardless of party affiliation.

The race remained competitive throughout the vote-counting process, with several prominent candidates vying for a place on the November ballot.

On election night, Hilton narrowly led the field, receiving 27.8 percent of the vote. Becerra followed closely behind with 25.4 percent.

Billionaire activist Tom Steyer finished in third place with 19.6 percent of the vote. Other candidates, including Rep. Katie Porter and Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, divided much of the remaining support among voters.

The gubernatorial contest saw major changes during the campaign after Rep. Eric Swalwell, who had previously been viewed as a leading contender, withdrew from the race following the resurfacing of sexual assault allegations.

Swalwell has denied the accusations.

Following Swalwell’s departure, Becerra appeared to gain support among Democratic voters and emerged as one of the leading candidates in the primary.

His advancement to the general election sets up a high-profile matchup between two candidates offering sharply different visions for the state.

Hilton, a former Fox News host and political commentator, centered his campaign on several issues that have become focal points in California politics.

His platform emphasized reducing regulations, lowering gas prices, reforming the state’s education system, and increasing efforts to combat crime and government fraud.

Despite receiving an endorsement from President Donald Trump, Hilton faced competition within the Republican electorate.

Chad Bianco remained in the race through primary day, creating a split among conservative voters and forcing Hilton to spend the final weeks of the campaign encouraging Republicans to rally behind a single candidate.

The result positions Hilton as the leading Republican challenger in a state where Democrats have dominated statewide elections for years.

The November election is expected to draw national attention as Republicans seek to make gains in California while Democrats work to maintain control of the governor’s office.

The primary election also produced a significant development in Los Angeles politics.

Earlier Monday, Los Angeles City Councilmember Nithya Raman secured a place in the city’s mayoral runoff after moving ahead of Spencer Pratt during the extended vote-counting process.

Pratt had maintained a lead on election night and remained ahead for several days as ballots continued to be counted.

However, late-arriving mail-in ballots ultimately pushed Raman into second place, allowing her to advance to the November runoff against incumbent Mayor Karen Bass.

The outcome creates a contest between two Democrats and concludes one of California’s most closely watched local races.

Pratt’s campaign attracted national attention after the political outsider surged into contention amid growing voter concerns over homelessness, affordability, public safety, and the city’s handling of the 2025 wildfires.

With both the governor’s race and Los Angeles mayoral contest now set, California voters will head toward a November election season featuring several high-profile battles that could shape the state’s political direction for years to come.


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