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Barack Obama Stamps Harris, Slights Trump in Riveting DNC Speech

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Barack Obama Stamps Harris, Slights Trump in Riveting DNC Speech

Former president Barack Obama had time. Returning to his hometown of Chicago to speak at the 2024 Democratic National Convention, Obama had two objectives in his evening closing speech: endorse Kamala Harris and tell the truth about Donald Trump.

Taking the stage in the local 10 p.m. hour on Tuesday night, Obama’s support of Harris was loud and clear: “America is ready for a new chapter. America’s ready for a better story. We are ready for a President Kamala Harris.”

Throughout his speech, Obama laid out the support for his Harris-Walz ticket as figures who align with the country’s future. He also laid into Donald Trump, a “78-year-old billionaire who has not stopped whining about his problems since he rode down his golden escalator nine years ago.” Obama highlighted Trump’s behavior is getting worse, citing the former president’s affinity for name-calling and obsession with crowd sizes.

You can hear every moment of Obama’s speech below.

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Conservative Judge J. Michael Luttig Endorses Harris-Walz Ticket, Citing Threat to Democracy

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Conservative Judge J. Michael Luttig Endorses Harris-Walz Ticket

Judge J. Michael Luttig, a respected conservative legal scholar and appointee of President George H. W. Bush, endorsed the Harris-Walz ticket, joining a growing list of prominent Republicans who are backing Vice President Harris over Donald Trump.

Luttig, alarmed by Trump’s persistent and knowingly false claims that he won the 2020 election, urged Americans to take a stand for democracy, the Constitution, and the rule of law. His endorsement marks a significant break with his party, highlighting the gravity of the upcoming election.

Judge Luttig joins other Republican figures such as Congressman Joe Walsh, Congresswoman Barbara Comstock, and Congressman Adam Kinzinger, all of whom have voiced their opposition to Trump’s re-election bid. These leaders, disturbed by Trump’s election denialism and role in the January 6 insurrection, are united in their determination to defeat him at the ballot box.

In a statement from Republicans for Harris-Walz 2024, spokesperson Austin Weatherford emphasized the critical nature of this election: “Democracy is on the ballot, and it’s going to take all of us, Democrats and Republicans alike, to save it from a second Donald Trump presidency.”

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Trump Boasts About Restricting Women’s Reproductive Rights: ‘No Regrets’

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Trump Questions VP Kamala Harris Race at NABJ Conference: 'She Happened to Turn Black'

The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade remains deeply unpopular, with two-thirds of Americans opposing the ruling. The Dobbs decision has already had significant impacts across the country—doctors are being threatened with jail time for providing essential care, maternity services are suffering in red states, and women are being forced to travel hundreds of miles to access necessary healthcare.

Despite this, former President Donald Trump continues to tout his role in the landmark decision on the campaign trail. In a recent interview with CBS News, Trump was asked if he regrets the decision. His response was straightforward: “No regrets.”

In response, Harris-Walz 2024 Spokesperson Sarafina Chitika issued a statement: “Donald Trump overturned Roe v. Wade, ripped away women’s freedoms in all 50 states, and wears it like a badge of honor. Give him the chance, and he’ll go even further and ban abortion nationwide.”

Chitika added, “The American people have no regrets about making Donald a one-term president. They’ll make him a two-time loser this November.”

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Trump’s Project 2025 Agenda Slammed at DNC: “It’s Worse Than You Think”

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During night one at the Democratic National Convention, former President Donald Trump’s Project 2025 agenda was thrust into the spotlight as Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow and a new video unveiled just how extreme and dangerous Trump’s blueprint for a second term could be for the American people.

McMorrow delivered a stark warning about the agenda’s potential to dismantle American democracy. “Whatever you think it might be, it is so much worse,” she declared. Highlighting one key aspect of Project 2025, she accused Trump of aiming to transform the federal government into a personal regime, loyal only to him.

“They’re talking about replacing the entire federal government with an army of loyalists who answer only to Donald Trump,” McMorrow said, raising alarms about Trump’s plans to weaponize the Department of Justice and the FBI to target his political opponents.

“We believe in a government of the people, by the people, and for the people – not the government of Donald Trump, by Donald Trump, and for Donald Trump,” McMorrow emphasized. She stressed the importance of preserving the rule of law and the separation of powers that underpin American democracy.

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Trump Uses Jeffrey Epstein’s Plane While His Own Undergoes Maintenance

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Trump Questions VP Kamala Harris Race at NABJ Conference: 'She Happened to Turn Black'

Donald Trump didn’t use his own plane for attending campaign fundraisers over the weekend. Instead, he flew on Epstein air. Trump used the blue Gulfstream jet that was once owned by Jeffrey Epstein.

According to Miami Herald, Trump’s plane had to land in Montana due to mechanical issues. The plane that was swapped in was one of Epstein’s former Gulfstream. The Herald notes the serial numbers of the planes matched to verify the plane’s ownership.

“The campaign had no awareness that the charter plane had been owned by Mr. Epstein,” a campaign spokeswoman said. “We heard about the former owner through the media.”

Epstein was booked for sex trafficking charges in 2019, resulting in death by suicide in a Manhattan jail cell a month later.

The plane is now owned by Threshold Aviation Group, which is based in Ontario, California, and operates a private charter service. For the trip, a decal reading “Trump 2024” was placed on the plane. After trips to Bozeman, Montana, Aspen, and Denver, Colorado, Trump was able to get back on his own plane.

In July, Plies went in on mainstream media on “X” (formerly Twitter) for seemingly downplaying former President Trump’s weird connections to the late Jeffrey Epstein, a controversial billionaire accused of severe crimes who later committed suicide while in federal custody. Okay … 

The “Bust it Baby” rapper believes that media coverage of the 2024 presidential election, particularly regarding current President Joe Biden, is intentionally skewed. Like skewed to focus on Biden’s age rather than Trump’s unfitness for office again while being connected to Epstein. What the actual “F.” He has a point, right?

“So Trump in the Epstein files is why mainstream media don’t wanna let go of the Biden story!” Plies wrote on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, July 9. “The longer they keep that front & center in the news, the more they can stay away from the Trump/Epstein story, hoping to bury it!”

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Get this: on July 10, Plies shared what he feels is evidence of Trump and Epstein’s acquaintance, posting a clip from a documentary that highlighted their relationship. 

What’s downright disgusting is this alleged connection is particularly controversial given Epstein’s accusations of sexually abusing over 36 women, some as young as 14. Epstein was arrested for sex trafficking in July 2019 and reportedly committed suicide in his jail cell a month later. Full stop. This is wild and now that we think about it, why isn’t the mainstream media focusing on this?

“Wait, so it’s a whole documentary about Trump & Epstein?” Plies questioned. “What was Trump calling Epstein for at 3 a.m.? Man, mainstream media has failed the American people badly! This is extremely embarrassing.”

Keeping that same energy, earlier this year, Plies criticized Trump for some ridiculous claim 45 made that Black people supported him because they could relate to being discriminated against. Some who agree with Trump need to hear this through a megaphone. Plies intelligently called out these supporters for ignoring Trump’s casual racism.

“I’m not even gonna lie, I’m starting to like the casual racism he gives you,” Plies posted on Instagram. “Keep treating them like ‘Tim Scott,’ Trump! They’ll jump even higher for you!”

He didn’t stop there. In another video, Plies shared footage of Trump referring to his Black voters as “Black ones” and made a bold prediction: “Before the election, he gonna flat out call them a ‘n***a’… I guarantee it, and his numbers gonna go through the roof! This is why he’s loved by his base. ‘Cause he says the quiet part out loud! Keep proving who America really is!”

With all these talking heads supposedly of the culture backing Trump, it seems Plies will keep up common sense talking points to expose what he feels is a man who should be nowhere near the Oval Office ever again. Golf clap. 

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Isaac Hayes Estate Slaps Trump Campaign with Cease and Desist Notice

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The late soul legend Isaac Hayes’s estate has taken legal action against former President Donald Trump’s campaign, demanding they cease using Hayes’ music at their rallies. The estate’s lawyers have issued a cease and desist notice, calling for an immediate halt to the unauthorized use of the iconic musician’s work.

The situation escalated as the estate’s representatives, bolstered by a lawsuit, also seek $3 million in damages for the previous unlicensed use of Hayes’ music at Trump campaign events. The legal notice underscores the estate’s firm stance against the exploitation of Isaac Hayes’ legacy for political purposes without permission.

Roland Martin announced the lawsuit on his platform, where he shared the news with his followers. The tweet quickly gained traction, with many users supporting the estate’s decision to protect Hayes’ artistic rights.

Isaac Hayes, known for his deep, soulful voice and groundbreaking contributions to music, left an indelible mark on the industry. His estate’s actions reflect a broader trend among artists and their representatives, who have increasingly sought to prevent political campaigns from using their music without consent, particularly when the artist’s values do not align with those of the campaign.

This legal move adds to a growing list of musicians and estates who have taken similar steps against the Trump campaign. In the past, artists ranging from The Rolling Stones to Rihanna demanded that Trump cease using their music at his events, citing legal and ethical concerns.

As the legal battle unfolds, how the Trump campaign will respond to the cease and desist notice and the accompanying lawsuit remains to be seen. However, the message from the Isaac Hayes estate is clear: the unauthorized use of Hayes’ music will not be tolerated.

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Donald Trump’s Claims About Martin Luther King and Helicopter Incident Debunked by Bernice King and Willie Brown

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Trump Questions VP Kamala Harris Race at NABJ Conference: 'She Happened to Turn Black'

During a press conference at Mar-a-Lago yesterday, former President Donald Trump made a series of controversial claims, including that he drew larger crowds than Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and that he almost went down in a helicopter crash with former San Francisco mayor Willie Brown. However, these assertions were swiftly and decisively refuted by both Dr. King’s daughter, Bernice King, and Willie Brown himself.

Trump’s remarks have sparked outrage, particularly from those directly connected to the figures he referenced. Bernice King, the daughter of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., took to Twitter to set the record straight. In a pointed response, she wrote, “Absolutely not true. I really wish that people would stop using my father to support fallacy.” Her statement underscores the frustration many feel when historical figures like her father are misrepresented for political gain.

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Willie Brown also wasted no time in addressing Trump’s claim about a supposed near-death experience in a helicopter. The former mayor dismissed the story outright, stating, “He’s dreaming.” In a follow-up, Brown described Trump as “inept” and made it clear that the two never shared such an incident. Brown also used the opportunity to praise Vice President Kamala Harris, expressing his support for her and his eagerness to see her become president.

Brown’s response adds another layer of incredulity to Trump’s claim, particularly given Brown’s straightforward dismissal of the story as pure fiction. Brown further criticized Trump, emphasizing that he would never badmouth Harris and expressing his desire to see her succeed in the highest office.

This isn’t the first time Trump’s statements have been challenged for their accuracy, but the swift and direct responses from Bernice King and Willie Brown highlight the ongoing concern about the former president’s use of historical references.

Thoughts?

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Trump Calls Ye ‘Very Complicated’ with a ‘Good Heart’

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Kanye West Meets Trump WH

Donald Trump is offering a new opinion on Kanye West. During his stream with Adin Ross, Trump called Ye “very complicated.”

“He’s a really nice guy, but he can get himself into trouble and get some other people, but you know,” Trump said. “He’s got a good heart, he does. But he’s complicated.”

Just last month, former President Donald Trump was close to making Kanye West a de facto Secretary of Religion. During an appearance on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, former Trump staffer Alyssa Farah Griffin revealed Trump wanted Ye to perform a church service on the White House lawn to unite the country.

“One day, he [Trump] wanted to have Kanye West come and doa church service on the White House lawn to unify the country. I can think of a few things less unifying than that.

“We were like, ‘not the time or place, sir.’”

You can hear the story below.

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Harris Campaign Releases Statement on Trump at NABJ: ‘Stop Playing Games and Debate’

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The Harris for President campaign has released a statement on Donald Trump after his wild appearance at the 2024 NABJ Conference. While on stage, Trump attacked ABC and journalists, said he was unfamiliar with the Sandra Massey case, and, most notably, questioned the race of Vice President Kamala Harris.

“The hostility Donald Trump showed on stage today is the same hostility he has shown throughout his life, throughout his term in office, and throughout his campaign for president as he seeks to regain power and inflict his harmful Project 2025 agenda on the American people.

“Trump lobbed personal attacks and insults at Black journalists the same way he did throughout his presidency – while he failed Black families and left the entire country digging out of the ditch he left us in. Donald Trump has already proven he cannot unite America, so he attempts to divide us.

“Today’s tirade is simply a taste of the chaos and division that has been a hallmark of Trump’s MAGA rallies this entire campaign. It’s also exactly what the American people will see from across the debate stage as Vice President Harris offers a vision of opportunity and freedom for all Americans. All Donald Trump needs to do is stop playing games and actually show up to the debate on September 10.”

– Harris for President Official Statement

Former President Donald Trump’s appearance at the NABJ Conference in Chicago did not go well. The appearance, plagued by controversy over its being allowed to happen, went off the rails immediately. One of the moments that will echo in the forthcoming days was Trump questioning Vice President Kamala Harris’s racial identity.

When addressing the statements of Republican leaders calling VP Harris a DEI hire, Trump stated he “didn’t know she was Black.”

“She was always of Indian heritage, and she was only promoting Indian heritage. I didn’t know she was Black until a number of years ago, when she happened to turn Black, and now she wants to be known as Black. So I don’t know, is she Indian or is she Black?” Trump said.

“I respect either one, but she obviously doesn’t, because she was Indian all the way, and then all of a sudden she made a turn and she went and became a Black person,” he added. “I think somebody should look into that, too.”

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White House Press Secretary Calls Trump Questioning the Race of Kamala Harris ‘Repulsive’

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White House Press Secretary Calls Trump Questioning the Race of Kamala Harris 'Repulsive'

The White House has responded to Trump’s attack on Vice President Kamala Harris’s race during his appearance at the NABJ Conference in Chicago.

After stating Vice President Harris “happened to turn Black,” White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre called Trump’s remarks “repulsive.”

“As a person of color – as a Black woman, who is in this position that is standing before you at this podium, behind this lectern, what he just said – what you just read out to me– is repulsive, it’s insulting, and, you know, no one has any right to tell someone who they are, how they identify,” Jean-Pierre said according to CNN. “That is no one’s right. It is someone’s own decision.

““Only she can speak to her experience – only she can speak to what it’s like. She’s the only person that can do that, and I think it’s insulting for anybody – it doesn’t matter if it’s a former leader, a former president – it is insulting.”

Former President Donald Trump’s appearance at the NABJ Conference in Chicago did not go well. The appearance, plagued by controversy over its being allowed to happen, went off the rails immediately. One of the moments that will echo in the forthcoming days was Trump questioning Vice President Kamala Harris’s racial identity.

When addressing the statements of Republican leaders calling VP Harris a DEI hire, Trump stated he “didn’t know she was Black.”

“She was always of Indian heritage, and she was only promoting Indian heritage. I didn’t know she was Black until a number of years ago, when she happened to turn Black, and now she wants to be known as Black. So I don’t know, is she Indian or is she Black?” Trump said.

“I respect either one, but she obviously doesn’t, because she was Indian all the way, and then all of a sudden she made a turn and she went and became a Black person,” he added. “I think somebody should look into that, too.”

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