Former President Donald Trump is expected to testify in a New York civil fraud trial on Monday, which has been years in the making. Ivanka Trump attempted to avoid testifying, citing "undue hardship" due to the school week, however her cousin Mary Trump noted that Ivanka and her husband Jared Kushner "probably have lots of help". Mehdi Hasan mocked Ivanka's excuse as a "breathtaking entitlement" and the trial is expected to last several weeks with Donald Trump's testimony being a key factor in the outcome.
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Survey Reveals Biden’s Support Has Dropped Significantly Among Muslim and Arab Democrats in Michigan
Survey Reveals Biden’s Support Has Dropped Significantly Among Muslim and Arab Democrats in Michigan
A survey conducted by Joe Biden's former pollster has revealed a drop in support among Muslim and Arab Democrats in Michigan, a key demographic group that overwhelmingly backed Biden in the swing state in 2020. Rep. Rashida Tlaib and Rep. Pramila Jayapal have both called for a cease-fire in Gaza, with Tlaib accusing Biden of supporting "the genocide of the Palestinian people". The survey results suggest that Biden's handling of the war in Gaza could have a major impact on the 2022 midterms, and he will need to take decisive action to maintain the support of Muslim and Arab Democrats.
Smiths Station, Alabama is in mourning after the death of their mayor, F.L. "Bubba" Copeland, who died by suicide two days after the conservative news blog 1819 News published a story with photos of him allegedly wearing women's clothing and makeup. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office reported that Copeland died in front of police officers who were performing a welfare check, and the community is now coming together to remember Copeland and to support his family.
The FDA is expanding an investigation into potentially lead-tainted pouches of apple cinnamon fruit puree marketed for children, with reports of seven illnesses in at least five states possibly linked to the contaminated puree. Two new companies have recalled certain cinnamon applesauce products due to the potential for high levels of lead, and the FDA is urging parents to check their homes for the recalled products and to discard them immediately. The FDA is working with the CDC to monitor the situation and is recommending that children under the age of six be tested for lead poisoning if they have been exposed to lead-tainted products.
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds is set to endorse Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for president at a rally in Des Moines on Monday, giving DeSantis a major boost in his campaign to challenge former President Donald Trump for the GOP nomination. Reynolds, a close ally of DeSantis, has previously appeared at his campaign events and will also be appearing at a stop in Davenport on Tuesday morning.
At the Republican Party's Freedom Summit in Kissimmee, Florida, former President Donald Trump and several other candidates addressed an enthusiastic crowd. However, Nevada's plans for the 2024 Republican presidential primary have created a confusing situation that could delegitimize the result. Former state party chair Amy Tarkanian expressed her confusion, and Trump used the occasion to attack Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. It is unclear how the Nevada primary situation will be resolved, but it is certain that the state's plans will be closely watched.
At the Florida Freedom Summit, Republican presidential candidate Asa Hutchinson was met with boos after suggesting Donald Trump could be convicted of a felony in 2021. Samantha Murchie, a 52-year-old resident of New Port Richey, Fla., expressed her support for Trump, citing her desire to see him have four years of uninterrupted progress on his agenda. Despite facing four separate criminal indictments with 91 felony charges, Murchie believes Trump should be given the opportunity to continue his agenda without having to worry about re-election.
At least 15 people have been killed and 70 injured in an attack on a refugee camp school in Gaza City, according to the Gaza health ministry. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has arrived in Jordan to meet with key Middle East leaders in an attempt to ease the plight of civilians caught in the fighting, which has killed over 200 people in Gaza and 10 people in Israel since May 10th. The United Nations has called for an immediate ceasefire.