Representative Andy Kim has announced his intention to challenge Senator Bob Menendez in the upcoming election, the first major intraparty challenger since Menendez was indicted on bribery charges in 2018. Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has stated that he has no interest in running for the seat. The outcome of the election could have a significant impact on the balance of power in the Senate.
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Grammy Award-winning singer Usher is set to headline the Super Bowl LVIII halftime show in February 2021. Reality star Kim Kardashian broke the news in a sketch featuring Usher's "Confessions, Pt. II" music video, with Usher expressing his excitement for the opportunity. Fans of Usher are sure to be excited for the performance, which is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
Gisele Bündchen recently opened up about her divorce from Tom Brady in an upcoming interview with CBS News Sunday Morning. She has found a place to find renewal and contentment in her new life away from Brady in Santa Theresa, a town full of expats and world-class surfers. Bündchen says she wouldn't have any other life and wouldn't change anything if given the chance.
On Friday, a 13-foot alligator was seen with a human body in its mouth in Largo, Florida. The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office identified the body as 41-year-old Sabrina Peckham and the alligator was removed from the water and humanely killed. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating the incident and is asking anyone with information to contact them. They are also reminding people to stay away from alligators and not to feed or harass them.
Tropical Storm Ophelia made landfall near Emerald Isle, North Carolina on Saturday, bringing near-hurricane-strength winds and heavy rainfall to parts of the Mid-Atlantic and Central U.S. The National Weather Service has warned of flooding, coastal storm surge and potential tornadoes, urging residents to take necessary precautions.
The United States has expressed deep concern over allegations made by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau that India was involved in the June 18 murder of Sikh activist and leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has called for both Canada and India to work together to investigate the possible involvement of New Delhi agents in the murder, and the Indian government has denied the allegations. The U.S. is also calling for a full and transparent investigation into the matter.
North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum appears to have qualified for the upcoming Republican primary debate on Wednesday, according to an analysis by NBC News. The RNC is the final arbiter on who qualifies for the debates, and recent polling has secured Burgum a spot on the stage pending approval from the Republican National Committee. The memo from Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' campaign encourages donors and supporters to "help echo the governor's message" on social media throughout the debate.
Rep. Andy Kim (D-NJ) has announced his plans to challenge Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ) for his Senate seat in the upcoming election, after Menendez was charged with bribery in a recent indictment. Kim, joined by Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) and Democratic state committee chairman LeRoy J. Jones Jr., has called for Menendez to step down, saying "We cannot jeopardize the Senate or compromise our integrity." The election for the New Jersey Senate seat will take place in November 2020, and it is unclear if Menendez will seek re-election.