Keke Palmer has filed court papers accusing her ex-boyfriend Darius Jackson of physical and emotional abuse, destruction of her personal property, and threats to take their 8-month-old son away. Palmer is seeking a restraining order and sole custody of their son, while her attorney Lisa Bloom has released a statement in support of her. Jackson has yet to respond to the allegations.
Since the ousting of Rep. Kevin McCarthy as speaker of the House, the Republican conference has been in chaos as they search for a replacement. At least eight candidates are vying for the position, with Majority Whip Tom Emmer of Minnesota the latest to earn the nod and attempt to secure the 217 votes needed to win the gavel.
Nine candidates have entered the race for the House speakership following the ousting of Rep. Kevin McCarthy. House Republicans are now working to elect a new speaker, with the vote expected to take place on Tuesday. The candidates have a variety of backgrounds and experiences, and it is unclear who will be chosen as the new speaker.
