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Jim Jones Meets With NYC Mayor Eric Adams

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Jim Jones met up with New York City Mayor Eric Adams, earlier this week, at his own mother’s house. Afterward, he shared a photo of the interaction on Instagram. The two previously met for the first time at Drake’s Apollo Theater show back in January.

“Mayor E popped up at my mamma crib,” Jones wrote. “You know how I feel bout u if u the eat food out my mamma fridge. My love for my city is deep.” Fans of Jones weren’t entirely happy with the post. “Hey Jim, do us all a favor and tell Playboy Eric Adams to do some damn work. Please and thank u,” one person wrote. Another added: “Doing everything but his damn job!”

Eric Adams At A Get Out The Vote Rally

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 22: Democratic NYC Mayoral candidate Eric Adams raises hands with Jumaane Williams, New York City Public Advocate, and NYC Comptroller candidate Brad Lander during a Get Out the Vote (GOTV) rallyin front of Brooklyn Borough Hall on October 22, 2021 in Downtown Brooklyn in New York City. Democratic NYC Mayoral candidate Eric Adams attended a GOTV event with Jumaane Williams, New York City Public Advocate, and NYC Comptroller candidate Brad Lander on the eve of early voting in NYC. The event comes two days after Adams faced off in the first mayoral debate with Republican Mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)

After Jim Jones first bumped into Eric Adams during Drake’s Apollo Theater show, the Dipset rapper revealed that the Mayor texted him to plan a meeting within days. He wanted to discuss humanitarian efforts across Harlem with the legendary rapper. “A man of his word woke up to a text from @nycmayor askin if I can meet him in Harlem this afternoon Which was a surprise because our schedule meeting was for next month,” Jones wrote on Instagram at the time. “Thts wht I alway say stay ready so u do have to get ready. Harlem ur always on my mind n in my heart this is goin to b fun @gohardboyznyc @goharddance_harlemnyc.”

Eric Adams became the Mayor of New York City after defeating Republican Curtis Sliwa in the 2021 general election in a landslide victory. During his administration, he’s been a controversial figure for his tough-on-crime approach to policing. He’s reintroduced a plain-clothed unit of police officers and been strict about unhoused people sleeping on subway cars.

Jim Jones With Eric Adams

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Diddy Mourns Harry Belafonte: “A True King & Revolutionary”

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Diddy reflected on the life and legacy of Harry Belafonte on Instagram, Tuesday, after the legendary singer, actor, and activist passed away. Belafonte’s publicist, Ken Sunshine, confirmed to CNN that he died of congestive heart failure on Tuesday morning at the age of 96.

“I’m so blessed that I had the chance to get to know Mr.B,” Diddy captioned a photo of himself with the late Belafonte. “He taught me so much. The number 1 thing he taught me was to always have a rebel heart. Be fearless and do what others aren’t willing to do for the advancement of your people. ALL HAIL A TRUE KING AND REVOLUTIONARY! Thank you! Thank you!!”

Harry Belafonte At A Civil Rights Rally

A crowd of over 10,000 civil rights marchers gathers in the Manhattan Garment Center as Harry Belafonte sings at spiritual at a civil rights rally.

In addition to his work in the arts, Belafonte was a key voice in the civil rights movement, contributing his efforts as a strategist, fundraiser, and mediator. Over time, he even became a close friend of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Bernice King shared a statement in the wake of Belafonte’s passing. “When I was a child, #HarryBelafonte showed up for my family in very compassionate ways,” she wrote. “In fact, he paid for the babysitter for me and my siblings. Here he is mourning with my mother at the funeral service for my father at Morehouse College. I won’t forget…Rest well, sir.”

Later, Belafonte also led a campaign against apartheid in South Africa, and befriended Nelson Mandela. Additionally, he worked in the fight against HIV/AIDS and became a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. “I’ve often responded to queries that ask, ‘When as an artist did you decide to become an activist?’ ” Belafonte once said, as noted by CNN. “My response to the question is that I was an activist long before I became an artist. They both service each other, but the activism is first.” His efforts blended with his music when he came up with the 1985 hit song, “We Are the World.”

Diddy On Harry Belafonte

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Tucker Carlson Had This Reaction To Being Fired

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If you were paying attention to the news yesterday, you would have seen that Tucker Carlson was fired from Fox News. Overall, this came across as quite shocking for a number of factors. Firstly, Carlson brings in the most viewers for the network. Moreover, he is someone who has a large political influence within the Conservative movement. Although some will maintain that his beliefs are reprehensible, he still gets a ton of viewers. In the past, that is all that has mattered for Fox.

However, the station recently settled with Dominion Voting Systems in a lawsuit that has cost them over three-quarters of a billion dollars. Tucker Carlson was largely at fault for the lawsuit due to his rhetoric about a “stolen election.” That said, there are plenty of theories that this was the catalyst for Carlson being let go. Furthermore, some have theorized that it could have been a much larger lawsuit had the network maintained Carlson’s services.

Tucker Carlson Out In A Flash

Former President Donald Trump, Tucker Carlson and Marjorie Taylor Greene during the 3rd round of the LIV Golf Invitational Series Bedminster on July 31, 2022 at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, New Jersey. (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

In a new article from Vanity Fair, it was revealed that Carlson was given the news on Monday morning by Suzanne Scott. Scott is the CEO of Fox News and reportedly never gave the host a clear reason for his dismissal. Consequently, Tucker Carlson was reportedly “stunned” by the news. At the time of his firing, he was looking to sign a long-term deal with Fox, and most insiders figured he was a lock to get it. Regardless, there are also reports that this came from “above.” This would imply Rupert Murdoch is giving the final say on all of this. Either way, Carlson is out of a job.

His dismissal came on the same day as Don Lemon’s firing from CNN. Once again, Lemon was very surprised by the news and slammed CNN on Twitter. Overall, it was not a good day to be a high-ranking network anchor. It just goes to show that no job is safe. Stay tuned to HNHH for more news from around the world.

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Joe Biden Takes Aim At “MAGA Extremists” In Re-Election Announcement

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President Joe Biden is someone who has experienced massive fluctuations in his approval rating. From the withdrawal from Afghanistan to gas prices, there have been plenty of headlines throughout his time in office. However, he certainly hasn’t had a turbulent tenure like the likes of Donald Trump. Regardless, Biden has a low approval rating, and it has led to speculation over whether or not he would run again for president in 2024. Overall, there are plenty of Democrats who would love to be in his position.

Although, it seems like President Joe Biden doesn’t care about the calls for him to step aside. We know this because today, Biden announced his re-election campaign. Yes, that’s correct. Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will be looking to maintain their spot in the Oval Office come January of 2025. In order to launch this new campaign, Biden offered a video on his Twitter account. Within this video, he explained his vision for America, while also taking aim at “MAGA Extremists.”

Joe Biden Has A Message For His Constituents

“Freedom. Personal freedom is fundamental to who we are as Americans. There’s nothing more important. Nothing more sacred,” Joe Biden said in the video. “Around the country, MAGA extremists are lining up to take those bedrock freedoms away.” With abortion rights and voting rights being taken away from the working class, Joe Biden is looking to make a case for the Democratic vision. Although, he will be facing stiff competition in the general election as it is looking likely that he will have a rematch against Donald Trump.

With Ron DeSantis plummeting in the polls, Trump looks like the likely Republican nominee. Overall, the general population has little interest in this sort of rematch. However, they may not have a choice. Either way, the next year and a half of political theatre is going to be exciting to watch. Trump and Biden do not like each other, and that hatred extends to their voter base. Let us know if you think it is a good idea for Joe Biden to run again, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news around the world.

Four More Years? President Joe Biden Launches Re-election Bid

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President Joe Biden has formally announced his re-election bid for the Oval Office. In a video released to social media, Biden reignited a potential rematch with Donald Trump and asked for voters to support his effort to “finish the job.”

The three-minute video highlights the threats of the MAGA group to counter the work done in the previous years, citing the battle for America is continuing.

“When I ran for President four years ago, I said we are in a battle for the soul of America – and we still are. The question we are facing is whether in the years ahead we have more freedom or less freedom, more rights or fewer,” said President Biden. “I know what I want the answer to be. This is not a time to be complacent. That’s why I’m running for reelection. I know America and I know we are good and decent people. I know we are still a country that believes in honesty and respect, and treating each other with dignity. We’re a nation where we give hate no safe harbor. We believe that everyone is equal, and that everyone should be given a fair shot to succeed in this country.”

Additionally, President Biden disclosed the first campaign leadership. The campaign’s national co-chairs will include Congresswoman Lisa Blunt-Rochester, Congressman Jim Clyburn, Senators Chris Coons and Tammy Duckworth, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar, Jeffrey Katzenberg, and Governor Gretchen Whitmer.

Quentin Fulks will be the principal deputy campaign manager, reporting to Julie Chávez Rodrguez as the campaign manager. With more votes than any other presidential ticket in our nation’s history, President Biden and Vice President Harris were elected to the White House in 2020 thanks in large part to a coalition that was built and expanded by this team.

“This election is a generational moment for Americans across the country to stand up and fight for our democracy and freedoms. To win this fight, we need strong leadership that can build and expand our broad, diverse coalition from 2020,” said President Biden. “With this team leading the charge, we’ll be able to do just that. Julie and Quentin are trusted, effective leaders that know the stakes of this election and will bring their knowledge and energy to managing a campaign that reaches all Americans. Our campaign co-chairs are hardworking public servants that have dedicated their lives to making Americans’ lives better. I’ve been able to count on each and every one of them throughout my career, especially in the most challenging moments. Together, this team brings the expertise, leadership, and work ethic required to win this election and finish the job for the American people.”

“This is a pivotal moment in our history,” said Vice President Kamala Harris. “For two years we have made transformational investments to build a nation in which everyone can be safe and healthy, find a good job, and retire with dignity. In response, extremists have intensified attacks on basic, foundational freedoms and rights. For example, they want to take away a woman’s right to make decisions about her own body. They attack the sacred right to vote and attempt to silence the voice of the people. And they try to block common sense reforms to save lives and keep Americans safe from gun violence. The Republicans running for President want to take our country backwards. We will not let that happen. Just like we did in 2020, we must come together to fight for our democracy, continue to make progress, and make sure all Americans can get ahead and thrive. Joe and I look forward to finishing the job, winning this battle for the soul of the nation, an

You can see the full video below.

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Don Lemon Claims There Are ‘Larger Issues at Play’ After Being Fired by CNN

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Tucker Carlson wasn’t the only high-profile shake-up in news media. Don Lemon has also been removed from his spot at CNN.

Lemon hit Twitter and stated he was terminated and “stunned.” His full statement is below:

I was informed this morning by my agent that I have been terminated by CNN. I am stunned. After 17 years at CNN I would have thought that someone in management would have had the decency to tell me directly. At no time was I ever given any indication that I would not be able to continue to do the work I have loved at the network. It is clear that there are some larger issues at play. With that said, I want to thank my colleagues and the many teams I have worked with for an incredible run. They are the most talent journalists in the business, and I wish them all the best.

– Don Lemon

CNN immediately clapped back to his statement, tweeting, “Don Lemon’s statement about this morning’s events is inaccurate. He was offered an opportunity to meet with management but instead released a statement on Twitter.”

That statement was preceded by the one below:

Recently, Lemon has been riddled with controversy, specifically, recently calling Nikki Haley, a 2024 Republican presidential candidate, “past her prime.” Lemon apologized to the 51-year-old candidate.

According to Axios, firing Lemon was a business decision for CNN, adding that he also had issues with co-hosts and had several concerning comments.

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Tucker Carlson Tossed at FOX News

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It is a wrap for Tucker Carlson’s time at FOX News. In a statement from the network, Carlson and Fox agreed to part ways. He will not receive a parting show.

“We thank him for his service to the network as a host and prior to that as a contributor,” FOX said in a statement. “Mr. Carlson’s last program was Friday April 21st. Fox News Tonight will air live at 8 PM/ET starting this evening as an interim show helmed by rotating FOX News personalities until a new host is named.”

Carlson leaves FOX just days after the network reached a $787.5 million settlement with Dominion Voting Systems over 2020 election claims.

Carlson leaves FOX as the highest-rated single host at the company. According to CNN, he was told about his exit on Monday morning. The news comes after he gave former president Donald Trump his first interview after his arraignment in New York.

Carlson’s firing is stated to be a potentnial sign and “hope for a culture change.” Reports state there was a high level of misogyny and sexism in Carlson’s team.

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Fat Joe Teams Up With Busta Rhymes, French Montana, & Rick Ross For Hospital Price Transparency

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Fat Joe is teaming up with Busta Rhymes, French Montana, and Rick Ross to perform in Washington D.C. on Thursday in an effort to raise awareness for transparency in hospital billing. The event is being organized by Power to the Patients, which has partnered with Joe in the past. Joe also stars in a public service announcement for the organization that they released last year.

Joe spoke about the need for healthcare reform and his decision to work with Power to the Patients during a recent statement provided to The Hill’s In The Know. “Our healthcare system needs comprehensive reform and I remain committed to using my platform to work alongside Power to the Patients and give a voice to the voiceless,” the 52-year-old told the outlet. “We must demand accountability from hospitals and insurers, so people can get a transparent understanding of the cost of their medical bills and make more informed financial decisions on healthcare services.” He further continued: “With prices hidden, oftentimes, the bills are not even consistent at the same hospital,” adding, “It’s tearing families apart.”

Fat Joe With Busta Rhymes

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – AUGUST 21: Fat Joe and Busta Rhymes attend the Fat Joe Birthday Celebration at Harbor New York City on August 21, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

Joe also worked with the Power to the Patients campaign in February 2023 for a Super Bowl public service announcement. In doing so, he advocated for change in the healthcare system. In a statement posted to the organization’s website, Fat Joe adds: “Knowing prices is the only way we will be able to lower our costs in healthcare. So, we have to fight for the people. We all have to talk to our politicians and talk to everybody. It’s in the law that hospitals and insurers need to post prices and we all need to know this. I teamed up with Power to the Patients to educate our communities on their rights and help put an end to this injustice.”

TMZ Hip Hop reports that Joe’s trip to D.C. will also feature various meetings with lawmakers on Capitol Hill as well as a news conference with members of Congress to address the issue. The effort comes ahead of the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.

Fat Joe’s Power To The Patients P.S.A.

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CNN Claps Back At Don Lemon

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Earlier today, Don Lemon was let go from CNN after 17 years on the air. Overall, this wasn’t a huge surprise to some people. Mostly, this is due to the fact that Lemon had been suspended just a few months ago. Furthermore, reports alleged that Lemon had threatened some co-workers through text. Needless to say, the writing was on the wall. However, as Lemon alleges, CNN never gave him the slightest indication that he would be let go. In the statement below, you can see just how upset he is.

“I was informed this morning by my agent that I have been terminated by CNN. I am stunned. After 17 years at CNN I would have thought that someone in management would have had the decency to tell me directly,” Don Lemon wrote. “At no time was I ever given any indication that I would not be able to continue to do the work I have loved at the network. It is clear that there are some larger issues at play. With that said, I want to thank my colleagues and the many teams I have worked with for an incredible run. They are the most talented journalists in the business, and I wish them all the best.”

CNN Clears The Air (No Pun Intended)

In the tweet above, however, CNN immediately offered a response. “Don Lemon’s statement about this morning’s events is inaccurate,” the network claimed. “He was offered an opportunity to meet with management but instead released a statement on Twitter.” Overall, this wasn’t even the biggest firing of the entire day. Just minutes earlier, it was revealed that Tucker Carlson was out at Fox News. If anything, that was the biggest surprise of all considering how it is the most-watched news commentary show in the entire United States.

Either way, the fallout from this decision will be interesting to watch. There is no telling what avenues Lemon will pursue now that he is without employment. Let us know what you think of the recent decision from CNN, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for more news and updates from around the world.

Don Lemon Was Very Upset

Don Lemon Rips CNN After Being Let Go

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Don Lemon has proven to be a very controversial figure over at CNN. According to numerous reports, there have been some allegations of misconduct from the news anchor. Additionally, he was recently suspended for his comments about Nikki Haley. Overall, Lemon was becoming a bit of a liability for the network. However, they never made any indication that his job might be in jeopardy. Although now, things have changed drastically. According to Lemon himself, he has been fired by CNN.

This comes on the exact same day that Tucker Carlson was fired by Fox News. When it comes to Carlson, no one actually knows the reason for his termination. However, in the case of Don Lemon, it seems a bit more cut and dry. Regardless, Lemon is very unhappy with this new development. In a statement released on Twitter, Lemon went in on the network and its executives. Simply put, he did not expect to be let go in this manner.

Don Lemon Speaks

“I was informed this morning by my agent that I have been terminated by CNN. I am stunned. After 17 years at CNN I would have thought that someone in management would have had the decency to tell me directly,” Lemon said. “At no time was I ever given any indication that I would not be able to continue to do the work I have loved at the network. It is clear that there are some larger issues at play. With that said, I want to thank my colleagues and the many teams I have worked with for an incredible run. They are the most talented journalists in the business, and I wish them all the best.”

For both CNN and Fox News, this is a changing of the guard that no one really expected. However, there are plenty of people looking to take Lemon and Carlson’s jobs. If you are a political media nerd, then this might be the biggest day of your life. Let us know your thoughts on this news, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news from around the world.