thedailycaller--2020-06-06--Gutfeld: The Left Is Hurting The Movement By Blurring The Line Between Protests And Riots

Fox News host Greg Gutfeld said on Friday ’ s edition of “ The Five ” that blurring the line between protesters and rioters is harmful to the protest movement .
Gutfeld was responding to New York Governor Andrew Cuomo ’ s comments on Twitter , where he said that “ there are those who want to intentionally blur the lines between peaceful , legitimate protesters and looters .
The president is among them.
” “ They want you to watch the videos of the looting — not the video of Mr. Floyd being murdered , ” he wrote .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” ( RELATED : Bill De Blasio ’ s Daughter Arrested During New York City George Floyd Protests ) New York has struggled to control the violent riots that erupted from protests over the death of George Floyd , who died wheile in police custody in Minneapolis .
Rioters set fire to cars , assaulted police officers and looted businesses as chaos spread across the nation .
President Donald Trump criticized Cuomo on Twitter for being unable to control the riots .
“ Yesterday was a bad day for the Cuomo Brothers , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was lost to the looters , thugs , Radical Left , and all others forms of Lowlife & Scum .
The Governor refuses to accept my offer of a dominating National Guard .
NYC was ripped to pieces .
Likewise , Fredo ’ s ratings are down 50 % !
” “ So who is blurring the lines between protesters and looters ?
” Gutfeld said Friday on The Five .
“ It ’ s not me .
It ’ s people like him .
Because every time you mention the rioters , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ It ’ s that blurring that hurts the protest movement .
But by exposing the violent mob , you protect the future of legitimate protests .
Not doing it forever links it to destruction and death , while saying or implying that black grievance only matters if it ’ s expressed violently.
” He added that both sides want to differentiate between protests and riots and that the black people actually in the movement understand the danger of rioting .

Fox News host Greg Gutfeld said on Friday’s edition of “The Five” that blurring the line between protesters and rioters is harmful to the protest movement.
Gutfeld was responding to New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s comments on Twitter, where he said that “there are those who want to intentionally blur the lines between peaceful, legitimate protesters and looters. The president is among them.”
“They want you to watch the videos of the looting — not the video of Mr. Floyd being murdered,” he wrote. “Don’t fall for it.” (RELATED: Bill De Blasio’s Daughter Arrested During New York City George Floyd Protests)
There are those who want to intentionally blur the lines between peaceful, legitimate protesters and looters. The president is among them. They want you to watch the videos of the looting — not the video of Mr. Floyd being murdered. Don’t fall for it. — Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) June 2, 2020
New York has struggled to control the violent riots that erupted from protests over the death of George Floyd, who died wheile in police custody in Minneapolis. Rioters set fire to cars, assaulted police officers and looted businesses as chaos spread across the nation.
President Donald Trump criticized Cuomo on Twitter for being unable to control the riots.
“Yesterday was a bad day for the Cuomo Brothers,” he said. “New York was lost to the looters, thugs, Radical Left, and all others forms of Lowlife & Scum. The Governor refuses to accept my offer of a dominating National Guard. NYC was ripped to pieces. Likewise, Fredo’s ratings are down 50%!”
Yesterday was a bad day for the Cuomo Brothers. New York was lost to the looters, thugs, Radical Left, and all others forms of Lowlife & Scum. The Governor refuses to accept my offer of a dominating National Guard. NYC was ripped to pieces. Likewise, Fredo’s ratings are down 50%! — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 2, 2020
“So who is blurring the lines between protesters and looters?” Gutfeld said Friday on The Five. “It’s not me. It’s people like him. Because every time you mention the rioters, they accuse you of smearing protesters.”
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“It’s that blurring that hurts the protest movement. But by exposing the violent mob, you protect the future of legitimate protests. Not doing it forever links it to destruction and death, while saying or implying that black grievance only matters if it’s expressed violently.”
He added that both sides want to differentiate between protests and riots and that the black people actually in the movement understand the danger of rioting.


thedailycaller--2020-06-06--Jenna Bush Hager Reveals Advice Her Grandfather President H.W. Bush Gave Her That Stands Out Above T

Jenna Bush Hager Reveals Advice Her Grandfather President H.W. Bush Gave Her That Stands Out Above The Rest

Jenna Bush Hager revealed the advice that she got from her grandfather , former President George H. W. Bush , that stands out above all the rest .
“ My grandpa , who lived until he was 94 , I ’ ll never forget , ” Jenna shared during a segment on the “ Today with Hoda and Jenna ” show .
The comments were noted by Fox News in a piece published Friday .
( RELATED : Here ’ s A Look Back At George H.W .
Bush ’ s Life In Pictures ) “ Well , first of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of rules that he lived by and they ’ re all really good ones , like , ‘ Don ’ t talk all the time .
Listen to your mentors and friends and learn from them , ' ” she added .
( RELATED : Here Were George H.W .
Bush ’ s Final Words To His Family ) Hager continued , while sharing the whole list that included things like “ don ’ t get down when your life takes a bad turn ; don ’ t blame others for your setbacks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ give credit to others ; don ’ t talk all the time ; listen to your friends and mentors and learn from them ; don ’ t brag about yourself.
” The TV host went on to explain how she realized she had completely “ memorized ” his tips for leading a good life , “ which is kind of weird , ” she admitted .
“ Give someone a hand , nobody likes an overbearing big shot.
” Jenna shared .
“ As you succeed , be kind to people .
Don @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tear when your heart is broken or because a friend is hurting.
” Hager then explained before the former president died in 2018 he told Jenna , “ ‘ Don ’ t forget to enjoy the game . '
” The “ Today ” show co-host admitted that last tip really “ broke my heart into a thousand pieces because what he meant is life is meant to be enjoyed , celebrate it .
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Jenna Bush Hager revealed the advice that she got from her grandfather, former President George H. W. Bush, that stands out above all the rest.
“My grandpa, who lived until he was 94, I’ll never forget,” Jenna shared during a segment on the “Today with Hoda and Jenna” show. The comments were noted by Fox News in a piece published Friday. (RELATED: Here’s A Look Back At George H.W. Bush’s Life In Pictures)
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“Well, first of all, he had this little list of rules that he lived by and they’re all really good ones, like, ‘Don’t talk all the time. Listen to your mentors and friends and learn from them,'” she added. (RELATED: Here Were George H.W. Bush’s Final Words To His Family)
Hager continued, while sharing the whole list that included things like “don’t get down when your life takes a bad turn; don’t blame others for your setbacks; when things go well, always give credit to others; don’t talk all the time; listen to your friends and mentors and learn from them; don’t brag about yourself.”
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The TV host went on to explain how she realized she had completely “memorized” his tips for leading a good life, “which is kind of weird,” she admitted.
“Give someone a hand, nobody likes an overbearing big shot.” Jenna shared. “As you succeed, be kind to people. Don’t be afraid to shed a tear when your heart is broken or because a friend is hurting.”
Hager then explained before the former president died in 2018 he told Jenna, “‘Don’t forget to enjoy the game.'”
The “Today” show co-host admitted that last tip really “broke my heart into a thousand pieces because what he meant is life is meant to be enjoyed, celebrate it.”


thedailycaller--2020-06-06--Ivanka Trump Blasts ‘Cancel Culture’ After WSU Disinvites Her From Commencement Over ‘Social Justice

Ivanka Trump Blasts ‘Cancel Culture’ After WSU Disinvites Her From Commencement Over ‘Social Justice Issues’

Ivanka Trump criticized Wichita State University for canceling her commencement speech over “ social justice issues ” Friday , saying the university had bowed to cancel culture over free speech .
Trump ’ s speech , which has now been released publicly , made no mention of George Floyd ’ s death while in police custody in Minneapolis , Minnesota .
Her remarks instead centered on the U.S. response to the coronavirus pandemic .
WSU Tech President Sheree Utash announced the cancellation Friday .
Republicans joined Trump in criticizing WSU , claiming that the university folded to pressure from social @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Estes also said he was “ disappointed to hear ” about WSU ’ s decision .
Utash released the statement announcing Trump ’ s cancellation the same day she previously said she “ couldn ’ t think of anyone better to address our 2020 graduates.
” Utash was responsible for initially inviting Trump to speak .
President Donald Trump appointed Utash to American Workforce Policy Advisory board in 2019 , where Ivanka also serves as co-chair , according to the Witchita Eagle .
“ You commence at a moment unlike any other , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ America and the world are battling a terrible pandemic .
Our entire society is engaged in a national endeavor to defeat the virus , protect our fellow citizens , and open up America again to rebuild our economy and take care of the safety and well-being of our people .
You are a wartime graduate.
” ( RELATED : Ivanka Trump Speaks Out On Impeachment Inquiry ) Trump would not have been the sole commencement speaker at for the university ’ s Saturday commencement .
The school instead recorded addresses from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ students to pick which one to hear .
Trump ’ s cancellation comes just one day after the New York Times exploded into a civil war over its editorial page ’ s decision to publish an op-ed from Republican Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton .
Cotton ’ s article called for state leaders to deploy troops more liberally to quell unrest , which many NYT staffers said would “ endanger ” black people .
( RELATED : NYT Writes Article About Its Own Employees Revolting Against The NYT ’ s Decision To Publish Tom @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than a day of complaints from staffers , the Times released an article saying the op-ed had been “ rushed .
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Ivanka Trump criticized Wichita State University for canceling her commencement speech over “social justice issues” Friday, saying the university had bowed to cancel culture over free speech.
Trump’s speech, which has now been released publicly, made no mention of George Floyd’s death while in police custody in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Her remarks instead centered on the U.S. response to the coronavirus pandemic. WSU Tech President Sheree Utash announced the cancellation Friday.
Our nation’s campuses should be bastions of free speech. Cancel culture and viewpoint discrimination are antithetical to academia. Listening to one another is important now more than ever!https://t.co/VW6W8TIL9c — Ivanka Trump (@IvankaTrump) June 5, 2020
Republicans joined Trump in criticizing WSU, claiming that the university folded to pressure from social justice factions.
This is absurd. @IvankaTrump, who leads economic development initiatives, was giving a non-partisan graduation speech at a community college. Great opportunity for grads to hear from a senior WH advisor. Instead, the woke mob struck. https://t.co/XOm0sXmQYJ — Tom Cotton (@TomCottonAR) June 5, 2020
Republican Kansas Rep. Ron Estes also said he was “disappointed to hear” about WSU’s decision.
Utash released the statement announcing Trump’s cancellation the same day she previously said she “couldn’t think of anyone better to address our 2020 graduates.” Utash was responsible for initially inviting Trump to speak.
President Donald Trump appointed Utash to American Workforce Policy Advisory board in 2019, where Ivanka also serves as co-chair, according to the Witchita Eagle.
“You commence at a moment unlike any other,” Ivanka said in her prepared remarks. “America and the world are battling a terrible pandemic. Our entire society is engaged in a national endeavor to defeat the virus, protect our fellow citizens, and open up America again to rebuild our economy and take care of the safety and well-being of our people. You are a wartime graduate.” (RELATED: Ivanka Trump Speaks Out On Impeachment Inquiry)
Trump would not have been the sole commencement speaker at for the university’s Saturday commencement. The school instead recorded addresses from more than 30 speakers and will allow students to pick which one to hear.
Trump’s cancellation comes just one day after the New York Times exploded into a civil war over its editorial page’s decision to publish an op-ed from Republican Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton. Cotton’s article called for state leaders to deploy troops more liberally to quell unrest, which many NYT staffers said would “endanger” black people. (RELATED: NYT Writes Article About Its Own Employees Revolting Against The NYT’s Decision To Publish Tom Cotton’s Op-Ed)
After more than a day of complaints from staffers, the Times released an article saying the op-ed had been “rushed.”


thedailycaller--2020-06-05--Abbott, Texas Republicans Condemn County Leaders For Sharing George Floyd Conspiracies And Racist Po

Abbott, Texas Republicans Condemn County Leaders For Sharing George Floyd Conspiracies And Racist Posts

• Local Texas GOP leaders are under fire after spreading the conspiracy theory that George Floyd ’ s death was a “ staged event ” to rally opposition towards President Donald Trump .
• Gov .
Greg Abbott , Sen. John Cornyn and Sen. Ted Cruz have called for the Bexar and Nueces County chairs to resign ; the Harris County chairman also shared the conspiracy theory .
• The Harris County chairman and Comal County chairwoman both shared racially divisive posts on Facebook .
Texas Republican Gov .
Greg Abbott called for the resignation of two GOP county leaders @ @ @ @ @ @ @ death of George Floyd .
“ These comments are disgusting and have no place in the Republican Party or in public discourse , ” Abbott spokesman John Wittman said in a statement Thursday morning , the Texas Tribune reported .
GOP chairs from Bexar and Nueces counties posted to separate social media pages that George Floyd ’ s death was a “ staged event ” as part of a conspiracy theory to rally opposition towards President Trump , according to the Tribune .
Floyd died May 25 after a Minneapolis police officer knelt @ @ @ @ @ @ @ minutes , video of the incident shows .
Bexar County GOP Chairwoman Cynthia Brehm shared a post that described Floyd ’ s death as a “ possibly filmed public execution for the purpose of creating racial tensions.
” Sharing the post , Brehm commented : “ rising approval rating of President Trump in the black community is why an event like this was unfortunately predictable.
” Brehm said that while she did not agree with what the post said , she would not resign , the Tribune reported .
Abbott condemned Brehm ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Thursday , the Tribune reported .
Other Texas Republicans soon echoed Abbott ’ s call for Brehm ’ s resignation , among them Sens .
John Cornyn and Ted Cruz , Lt .
Governor Dan Patrick , Texas House Speaker Dennis Bonnen and Texas GOP Chairman James Dickey .
Dickey said that he personally reached out to ask Brehm to step down , the Tribune reported .
Former Republican Texas House Speaker Joe Straus claimed that Brehm has a “ long history of making racist and inflammatory statements , peddling conspiracy theories @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Republicans , ” the Tribune reported .
Straus said in a statement that it was “ well past time for her to resign.
” Nueces County GOP Chairman Jim Kaelin shared the same post Brehm shared , calling it an “ interesting perspective , ” the Tribune reported .
Abbott also called for Kaelin ’ s resignation , Wittman told the Tribune .
“ Spreading conspiracy theories that the murder was staged simply defies reality ; it is irresponsible , and unbecoming of anyone who holds a position in the GOP , ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ County GOP Chair Lee Lester also spread the same conspiracy theory that Floyd ’ s death was staged in a Harris County Republican Party Facebook group commenting that the theory was “ food for thought , ” the Tribune reported .
Harris County GOP Chairman-elect Keith Nielsen posted a Martin Luther King Jr. quote over the image of a banana on Facebook and later deleted the post , the Tribune reported .
“ It is unfortunate that the sentiment of the quote and my admiration for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. has been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an image .
My hope is I will continue to be part of the solution and never part of the problem , ” Nielsen said .
( RELATED : Gov .
Greg Abbott Says ‘ Texans Can Take Care Of Texans , ’ Don ’ t Need Federal Assistance ) Texas Republican Rep. Dan Crenshaw told the Tribune that “ Nielsen has no place in our party .
Not now .
Not ever , ” and described Nielsen ’ s post as “ a sad reminder that such blatant ignorance and bigotry still @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Piner shared a post that said “ I pay white cops to murder black people .
And then I pay black people to riot because race wars keep the sheep in line , ” alongside a photo of George Soros , the Tribune reported .
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Local Texas GOP leaders are under fire after spreading the conspiracy theory that George Floyd’s death was a “staged event” to rally opposition towards President Donald Trump.
Gov. Greg Abbott, Sen. John Cornyn and Sen. Ted Cruz have called for the Bexar and Nueces County chairs to resign; the Harris County chairman also shared the conspiracy theory.
The Harris County chairman and Comal County chairwoman both shared racially divisive posts on Facebook.
Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott called for the resignation of two GOP county leaders after they shared conspiracy theories around the death of George Floyd.
“These comments are disgusting and have no place in the Republican Party or in public discourse,” Abbott spokesman John Wittman said in a statement Thursday morning, the Texas Tribune reported.
GOP chairs from Bexar and Nueces counties posted to separate social media pages that George Floyd’s death was a “staged event” as part of a conspiracy theory to rally opposition towards President Trump, according to the Tribune.
Floyd died May 25 after a Minneapolis police officer knelt on his neck for more than 8 minutes, video of the incident shows.
Bexar County GOP Chairwoman Cynthia Brehm shared a post that described Floyd’s death as a “possibly filmed public execution for the purpose of creating racial tensions.” Sharing the post, Brehm commented: “rising approval rating of President Trump in the black community is why an event like this was unfortunately predictable.”
Brehm said that while she did not agree with what the post said, she would not resign, the Tribune reported.
I have said it before and I will say it again now: the GOP must not tolerate racism. Of any kind. At any time. The appalling behavior by the four GOP County leaders must not stand. I urge them to do the honorable thing and step aside now. https://t.co/84CiZFW1kx — George P. Bush (@georgepbush) June 5, 2020
Abbott condemned Brehm’s statements and called for her resignation on Thursday, the Tribune reported. Other Texas Republicans soon echoed Abbott’s call for Brehm’s resignation, among them Sens. John Cornyn and Ted Cruz, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick, Texas House Speaker Dennis Bonnen and Texas GOP Chairman James Dickey. Dickey said that he personally reached out to ask Brehm to step down, the Tribune reported.
Former Republican Texas House Speaker Joe Straus claimed that Brehm has a “long history of making racist and inflammatory statements, peddling conspiracy theories, and bringing embarrassment upon Bexar County Republicans,” the Tribune reported. Straus said in a statement that it was “well past time for her to resign.”
Nueces County GOP Chairman Jim Kaelin shared the same post Brehm shared, calling it an “interesting perspective,” the Tribune reported. Abbott also called for Kaelin’s resignation, Wittman told the Tribune. “Spreading conspiracy theories that the murder was staged simply defies reality; it is irresponsible, and unbecoming of anyone who holds a position in the GOP,” Wittman said in a statement.
INBOX: Chair of @TexasGOP @jamesdickey calls for resignations of GOP chairs in Bexar, Harris, Comal, Nueces and Harrison counties #tx2020 pic.twitter.com/suyMQkzlqU — Evan Smith (@evanasmith) June 5, 2020
Harrison County GOP Chair Lee Lester also spread the same conspiracy theory that Floyd’s death was staged in a Harris County Republican Party Facebook group commenting that the theory was “food for thought,” the Tribune reported.
Harris County GOP Chairman-elect Keith Nielsen posted a Martin Luther King Jr. quote over the image of a banana on Facebook and later deleted the post, the Tribune reported. “It is unfortunate that the sentiment of the quote and my admiration for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. has been overshadowed by people’s misinterpretation of an image. My hope is I will continue to be part of the solution and never part of the problem,” Nielsen said. (RELATED: Gov. Greg Abbott Says ‘Texans Can Take Care Of Texans,’ Don’t Need Federal Assistance)
Texas Republican Rep. Dan Crenshaw told the Tribune that “Nielsen has no place in our party. Not now. Not ever,” and described Nielsen’s post as “a sad reminder that such blatant ignorance and bigotry still exists.”
Comal County GOP Chairwoman Sue Piner shared a post that said “I pay white cops to murder black people. And then I pay black people to riot because race wars keep the sheep in line,” alongside a photo of George Soros, the Tribune reported.
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thedailycaller--2020-06-05--Poll: 56% Of Americans Believe Police Are Behaving Appropriately Or Not Being Aggressive Enough

A new NPR-Marist poll found that 56 % of Americans believe that the police are behaving appropriately or not being aggressive enough during the nationwide demonstrations after George Floyd ’ s death .
The survey , which was conducted Tuesday through Wednesday , asked 1,062 American adults about police behavior in relation to the protests about George Floyd ’ s death with a margin of error of +/- 4 percentage points .
Out of all respondents , 18 % said that the police were not being aggressive enough .
The answers differed significantly along partisan lines , with 43 % @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not being aggressive enough compared to just 2 % of Democrats .
Responses also differed by race ; 20 % of white respondents thought the police were not being aggressive enough while only 6 % of African Americans agreed , according to the poll .
35 % of the total respondents thought that the police were being too aggressive during the protests , and answers were also split along party lines .
55 % of Democrats believed that police were being too aggressive , while only 55 % of Republicans thought so .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ For Police And WH Sets Amid Protests Following Floyd ’ s Death ) The two parties were more similar when asked if they thought the police were mostly behaving appropriately , with 35 % of Democrats and 39 % of Republicans saying they believed so .
Overall , 38 % of respondents said the police were responding appropriately .
Discussions about police brutality have been a center of public discourse in the wake of George Floyd ’ s death after a police officer kneeled on his neck for several minutes .
His death @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have escalated into violent riots .
Viral videos have emerged of protesters clashing with officers , which has often resulted in injuries .
Most recently , a video circulated showing a 75-year-old man bleeding from his head on the sidewalk after police pushed him to the ground .

A new NPR-Marist poll found that 56% of Americans believe that the police are behaving appropriately or not being aggressive enough during the nationwide demonstrations after George Floyd’s death.
The survey, which was conducted Tuesday through Wednesday, asked 1,062 American adults about police behavior in relation to the protests about George Floyd’s death with a margin of error of +/- 4 percentage points.
Out of all respondents, 18% said that the police were not being aggressive enough. The answers differed significantly along partisan lines, with 43% of Republicans saying that the police were not being aggressive enough compared to just 2% of Democrats. Responses also differed by race; 20% of white respondents thought the police were not being aggressive enough while only 6% of African Americans agreed, according to the poll.
NPR-Marist poll: 56% of registered voters believe police behaving appropriately or not aggressively enough Only 34% believe police too aggressive. https://t.co/dtmqWjX25O — Josh Kraushaar (@HotlineJosh) June 5, 2020
35% of the total respondents thought that the police were being too aggressive during the protests, and answers were also split along party lines. 55% of Democrats believed that police were being too aggressive, while only 55% of Republicans thought so. (RELATED: Lego Pulls Marketing Campaign For Police And WH Sets Amid Protests Following Floyd’s Death)
The two parties were more similar when asked if they thought the police were mostly behaving appropriately, with 35% of Democrats and 39% of Republicans saying they believed so. Overall, 38% of respondents said the police were responding appropriately.
Discussions about police brutality have been a center of public discourse in the wake of George Floyd’s death after a police officer kneeled on his neck for several minutes. His death sparked nationwide protests, many of which have escalated into violent riots.
Viral videos have emerged of protesters clashing with officers, which has often resulted in injuries. Most recently, a video circulated showing a 75-year-old man bleeding from his head on the sidewalk after police pushed him to the ground.


thedailycaller--2020-06-05--NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell Releases Video Condemning Racism Following Demands Of Players

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell released a video statement condemning racial following the demands of league players .
Goodell shared the video from the official NFL Twitter account Friday .
“ We , the NFL , condemn racism and the systematic oppression of Black People , ” the NFL account tweeted Friday .
“ We , the NFL , admit we were wrong for not listening to NFL players earlier and encourage all to speak out and peacefully protest .
We , the NFL , believe Black Lives Matter.
” “ I personally protest with you and want to be part @ @ @ @ @ @ @ country , ” Goodell said in the video .
“ Without black players , there would be no National Football League and the protests around the country are emblematic of the centuries of silence , inequality , and oppression of black players , coaches , fans and staff.
” ( RELATED : Broncos Head Coach Vic Fangio Says He Doesn ’ t ‘ See Racism At All In The NFL ) “ We are listening , I am listening and we will be reaching out to players who have raised their voices and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ go forward for a better and more united NFL family , ” he added .
The video comes after NFL stars joined together and demanded the league publicly condemn racism and admit it was wrong to silence the players who used kneeling during the National Anthem as a form of protest .
The video featured star players including Patrick Mahomes , Ezekiel Elliott , Deshaun Watson and Saquon Barkley .
“ It ’ s been 10 days since George Floyd was brutally murdered .
How many times do we need to ask you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the players said in the video .
“ What will it take ?
For one of us to be murdered by police brutality ?
” “ What if I was George Floyd ?
” a player asked before listing other names of black people who have been killed by police brutality .

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell released a video statement condemning racial following the demands of league players.
Goodell shared the video from the official NFL Twitter account Friday.
We, the NFL, condemn racism and the systematic oppression of Black People. We, the NFL, admit we were wrong for not listening to NFL players earlier and encourage all to speak out and peacefully protest. We, the NFL, believe Black Lives Matter. #InspireChange pic.twitter.com/ENWQP8A0sv — NFL (@NFL) June 5, 2020
“We, the NFL, condemn racism and the systematic oppression of Black People,” the NFL account tweeted Friday. “We, the NFL, admit we were wrong for not listening to NFL players earlier and encourage all to speak out and peacefully protest. We, the NFL, believe Black Lives Matter.”
“I personally protest with you and want to be part of the much needed change in this country,” Goodell said in the video. “Without black players, there would be no National Football League and the protests around the country are emblematic of the centuries of silence, inequality, and oppression of black players, coaches, fans and staff.” (RELATED: Broncos Head Coach Vic Fangio Says He Doesn’t ‘See Racism At All In The NFL)
“We are listening, I am listening and we will be reaching out to players who have raised their voices and others on how we can improve and go forward for a better and more united NFL family,” he added.
NFL players put together this video, via @saquon: pic.twitter.com/l2426QUvj4 — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) June 5, 2020
The video comes after NFL stars joined together and demanded the league publicly condemn racism and admit it was wrong to silence the players who used kneeling during the National Anthem as a form of protest. The video featured star players including Patrick Mahomes, Ezekiel Elliott, Deshaun Watson and Saquon Barkley.
“It’s been 10 days since George Floyd was brutally murdered. How many times do we need to ask you to listen to your players?” the players said in the video. “What will it take? For one of us to be murdered by police brutality?”
“What if I was George Floyd?” a player asked before listing other names of black people who have been killed by police brutality.


thedailycaller--2020-06-05--Reddit Co-Founder Quits Board, Requests Black Replacement

Alexis Ohanian resigned from Reddit ’ s board on Friday , saying that he wanted to be replaced by a black candidate .
Ohanian , who founded the popular news aggregation and forum site in 2005 , posted a video on Twitter explaining his decision to step down .
“ I ’ m doing this for me , my family , and for my country , ” Ohanian says .
Ohanian also wrote a blog post on his personal website titled “ What Did You Do ?
” He writes , “ I ’ m writing this as a father @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his black daughter when she asks : ‘ What did you do ? '
” He also said he donated a million dollars to Colin Kaepernick ’ s “ Know Your Rights Camp ” charity and will donate money he makes from his Reddit stock position to the black community .
Ohanian and star tennis player Serena Williams had their first child in 2017 .
In response to the death of George Floyd , current Reddit CEO Steve Huffman penned a letter Monday saying “ we do not tolerate hate , racism , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ work to do to fight these on our platform , our values are clear.
” Reddit also made its logo black .
( RELATED : Washington DC Renames Part Of Street Near White House ‘ Black Lives Matter Plaza ’ ) George Floyd died while in Minneapolis police custody after an officer kneeled on his neck for more than eight minutes , according to video from the scene .
Mass protests and riots have erupted across the U.S. in response to his death .
Reddit has faced criticism in the wake of Floyd @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ellen Pao called Huffman out for not shutting down a pro-Trump forum titled r/The_Donald .
“ You don ’ t get to say BLM when reddit nurtures and monetizes white supremacy and hate all day long , ” Pao tweeted .
Reddit users have joined in a protest of the site ’ s policies as well , according to The Verge .
“ Reddit has harbored racists as policy for years , ” a moderator for the site ’ s NFL forum wrote .
Several subreddits have gone private or prevented users from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The subreddit r/The_Donald has been the subject of many attacks since it was created in 2015 .
Reddit placed r/The_Donald in “ quarantine ” last year after users made “ threats against the police and public figures , ” a reddit spokesperson told the BBC at the time .
Users who visit r/The_Donald today are greeted with a prompt that reads “ Are you sure you want to view this community ?
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Alexis Ohanian resigned from Reddit’s board on Friday, saying that he wanted to be replaced by a black candidate.
Ohanian, who founded the popular news aggregation and forum site in 2005, posted a video on Twitter explaining his decision to step down. “I’m doing this for me, my family, and for my country,” Ohanian says.
Ohanian also wrote a blog post on his personal website titled “What Did You Do?” He writes, “I’m writing this as a father who needs to be able to answer his black daughter when she asks: ‘What did you do?'”
He also said he donated a million dollars to Colin Kaepernick’s “Know Your Rights Camp” charity and will donate money he makes from his Reddit stock position to the black community.
Ohanian and star tennis player Serena Williams had their first child in 2017.
In response to the death of George Floyd, current Reddit CEO Steve Huffman penned a letter Monday saying “we do not tolerate hate, racism, and violence, and while we have work to do to fight these on our platform, our values are clear.” Reddit also made its logo black. (RELATED: Washington DC Renames Part Of Street Near White House ‘Black Lives Matter Plaza’)
George Floyd died while in Minneapolis police custody after an officer kneeled on his neck for more than eight minutes, according to video from the scene. Mass protests and riots have erupted across the U.S. in response to his death.
Reddit has faced criticism in the wake of Floyd’s death. Former Reddit CEO Ellen Pao called Huffman out for not shutting down a pro-Trump forum titled r/The_Donald. “You don’t get to say BLM when reddit nurtures and monetizes white supremacy and hate all day long,” Pao tweeted.
I am obligated to call you out: You should have shut down the_donald instead of amplifying it and its hate, racism, and violence. So much of what is happening now lies at your feet. You don’t get to say BLM when reddit nurtures and monetizes white supremacy and hate all day long https://t.co/VN5XCiYp5g — Ellen K. Pao (@ekp) June 2, 2020
Reddit users have joined in a protest of the site’s policies as well, according to The Verge.
“Reddit has harbored racists as policy for years,” a moderator for the site’s NFL forum wrote. Several subreddits have gone private or prevented users from posting content as part of the protest.
The subreddit r/The_Donald has been the subject of many attacks since it was created in 2015. Reddit placed r/The_Donald in “quarantine” last year after users made “threats against the police and public figures,” a reddit spokesperson told the BBC at the time.
Users who visit r/The_Donald today are greeted with a prompt that reads “Are you sure you want to view this community?” They must then verify their email address before entering the forum.
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thedailycaller--2020-06-05--Social Distancing, Social Justice, Science, And More. Here’s How Experts Keep Getting It Wrong

• Experts have reversed advice on multiple topics in just the past week , including social distancing and social justice , the science of coronavirus treatment , and unemployment .
• Public health officials urged Americans to social distance for months to slow the spread of COVID-19 , but now some have said the public health risks of racism are more dangerous than those of the coronavirus pandemic .
• Economists ’ projections for the number of Americans unemployed during the month of May also proved wildly inaccurate .
Americans have relied on experts to guide them and to provide @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pandemic — but some experts have been proven wrong on multiple topics just this week .
Public health officials have urged Americans to social distance from one another since the coronavirus pandemic began .
Quarantines , social distancing orders , and lockdowns have kept Americans in their homes and away from friends and family .
Those who suggested that social distancing orders may have gone too far were publicly shamed .
In a viral Twitter thread , mother and commentator Bethany Mandel called for a return to normalcy and an end to months @ @ @ @ @ @ @ call me a Grandma killer , ” Mandel tweeted May 6 .
“ I ’ m not sacrificing my home , food on the table , all of our docs and dentists , every form of pleasure ( museums , zoos , restaurants ) , all my kids ’ teachers in order to make other people comfortable .
If you want to stay locked down , do .
I ’ m not.
” Media and experts alike tore into Mandel for her comments , accusing her of being selfish , a “ grandma @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ You ’ re a grandma killer yes .
But you ’ re also a nurse killer , a doctor killer , a cop killer , a grocery clerk killer , a student killer , a 5 year old killer , a bus driver killer , a father killer who just had a child killer , a family killer , ” tweeted CNN analyst Joe Lockhart .
“ Good people take care of their community.
” A few weeks later , experts have begun condoning the crowds joining protests following the death of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so far as to say that the public health risks of racism are more dangerous than those of the coronavirus pandemic .
Public health experts and media touted the results of studies in May showing damaging effects the supposedly damaging effects of using hydroxychloroquine and widely-used blood pressure medications to treat COVID-19 patients .
Both experts and media mocked President Donald Trump for his praise of the treatment as well as his own use of the treatment himself as a precaution .
( RELATED : Questions Emerge Over Studies Purporting Dangerous Effects Of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ COVID-19 Patients ) But only this week , serious questions posed by medical journals have emerged regarding both the studies .
Both The Lancet , which published the study on hydroxychloroquine , and The New England Journal of Medicine ( NEJM ) , which published a study on blood pressure medications , issued expressions of concern this week warning readers that concerns over the studies have emerged .
Major news networks that had criticized Trump over the medication did not cover the news regarding the studies , an examination by conservative blog Newsbusters @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ABC , CBS , and NBC refused to give airtime to the revelation that a lauded scientific study , purporting to show anti-malaria drug hydroxychloroquine was ineffective and deadly , was retracted Thursday because of questions surrounding its accuracy and ethics , ” Newsbuster ’ s Nicholas Fondacaro wrote .
“ That , even though all three had used the study to chide President Trump for pushing the drug and taking it himself.
” Economists ’ projections for the number of Americans unemployed during the month of May were wildly inaccurate .
Experts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be around 20 % and that about 8 million jobs would have been lost .
( RELATED : May Jobs Report : 2.5 Million Jobs Gained , Unemployment Falls To 13.3 % ) “ The forthcoming May jobs report will amount to a shocking sequel to the April horror story , ” a senior economic analyst for Bankrate Mark Hamrick had predicted to Politico .
“ It is likely to add further economic insult to the injury already established with the jobless rate .
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Millions more are expected to fall off @ @ @ @ @ @ @ saw the largest monthly gain in new jobs since the Bureau of Labor Statistics began tracking this data series in 1939 .
( RELATED : Grim Milestone ’ : WaPo Seems To Miss Changing Its Twitter Headline Claiming Unemployment Will Be ‘ Close To 20 Percent ’ ) The May jobs report showed that U.S. economy gained 2.5 million jobs in May and that unemployment fell to 13.3 % , according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics released Friday .
“ The U.S. economy is more resilient than expected , ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Shah told CNBC .
“ Remember all those commentators and journalists who smugly informed us that the woke craziness and suppression of campus speech was being overhyped and it was just a few overzealous students , ” Brookings Institute Fellow Shadi Hamid tweeted Thursday .
“ They ’ ll never admit they ’ re wrong .
But they were very , very wrong.
” The tweet came the same day that the New York Times apologized for and removed an op-ed by Republican Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton calling on Trump to end the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ police officers that have occurred throughout the country .
The Times ultimately decided to remove the op-ed following outrage from the publication ’ s employees , who expressed outrage and anger that their publication would publish such sentiments .
“ We ’ ve examined the piece and the process leading up to its publication , ” a NYT spokeswoman said Thursday .
“ This review made clear that a rushed editorial process led to the publication of an Op-Ed that did not meet our standards .
As a result , we ’ re @ @ @ @ @ @ @ long term changes , to include expanding our fact checking operation and reducing the number of Op-Eds we publish.
” Vox writer Matt Yglesias posted in a response to Hamid ’ s tweet Thursday that he has recently changed his mind about various topics “ thanks to a couple recent things ” that he did not discuss .
“ I was just saying in a Slack that I am going to have to admit I was wrong and the excesses are spreading , ” Yglesias tweeted .
“ I stand by a lot @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of five years ago , ” he added , “ but I wrongly thought the most egregious excesses of campus activists would stay on campus when they have instead spread as people age into other roles.
” Senior editor of Reason Magazine Robby Soave predicted in 2019 that the so-called social justice warriors would not subside in going after free speech , but would in fact grow .
“ Social justice warriors are just getting started , ” Soave wrote in a May 2019 op-ed for the Washington Examiner .
“ The current @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from the campus culture where it originated , ” Soave wrote .
“ It was student activists who normalized the leftist idea that words are themselves a form of violence and they can inflict pain just as sticks and stones do.
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Experts have reversed advice on multiple topics in just the past week, including social distancing and social justice, the science of coronavirus treatment, and unemployment.
Public health officials urged Americans to social distance for months to slow the spread of COVID-19, but now some have said the public health risks of racism are more dangerous than those of the coronavirus pandemic.
Economists’ projections for the number of Americans unemployed during the month of May also proved wildly inaccurate.
Americans have relied on experts to guide them and to provide factual, unbiased information throughout the coronavirus pandemic — but some experts have been proven wrong on multiple topics just this week.
Social Distancing To Social Justice
Public health officials have urged Americans to social distance from one another since the coronavirus pandemic began. Quarantines, social distancing orders, and lockdowns have kept Americans in their homes and away from friends and family.
Those who suggested that social distancing orders may have gone too far were publicly shamed. In a viral Twitter thread, mother and commentator Bethany Mandel called for a return to normalcy and an end to months of indefinite lockdowns.
“You can call me a Grandma killer,” Mandel tweeted May 6. “I’m not sacrificing my home, food on the table, all of our docs and dentists, every form of pleasure (museums, zoos, restaurants), all my kids’ teachers in order to make other people comfortable. If you want to stay locked down, do. I’m not.”
Media and experts alike tore into Mandel for her comments, accusing her of being selfish, a “grandma killer,” and much more.
“You’re a grandma killer yes. But you’re also a nurse killer, a doctor killer, a cop killer, a grocery clerk killer, a student killer, a 5 year old killer, a bus driver killer, a father killer who just had a child killer, a family killer,” tweeted CNN analyst Joe Lockhart. “Good people take care of their community.”
A few weeks later, experts have begun condoning the crowds joining protests following the death of George Floyd. Some health officials going so far as to say that the public health risks of racism are more dangerous than those of the coronavirus pandemic.
“We should always evaluate the risks and benefits of efforts to control the virus,” John Hopkins epidemiologist Jennifer Nuzzo tweeted Tuesday. “In this moment the public health risks of not protesting to demand an end to systemic racism greatly exceed the harms of the virus.” Abraar Karan, a physician at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, told Politico that “the injustice that’s evident to everyone right now needs to be addressed.”
“While I have voiced concerns that protests risk creating more outbreaks, the status quo wasn’t going to stop #covid19 either,” he tweeted. “As much as this is a chapter in American racism, so too is it in the #covid19 response. It’s beyond time for us in public health to step up.” Atlantic staff writer Connor Friedersdorf called on public health experts to “strive to provide a neutral accounting of risk” in the Thursday story: “The Protesters Deserve the Truth About the Coronavirus.” “Public health experts who explicitly adopt an ideological double standard in talking points about the risk of spreading COVID19 at protests ill serve protesters themselves and undermine their credibility in ways that will do lasting damage,” Friedersdorf tweeted.
Science Retraction
Public health experts and media touted the results of studies in May showing damaging effects the supposedly damaging effects of using hydroxychloroquine and widely-used blood pressure medications to treat COVID-19 patients.
Both experts and media mocked President Donald Trump for his praise of the treatment as well as his own use of the treatment himself as a precaution. (RELATED: Questions Emerge Over Studies Purporting Dangerous Effects Of Hydroxychloroquine And Another Class Of Medications On COVID-19 Patients)
But only this week, serious questions posed by medical journals have emerged regarding both the studies. Both The Lancet, which published the study on hydroxychloroquine, and The New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM), which published a study on blood pressure medications, issued expressions of concern this week warning readers that concerns over the studies have emerged.
Major news networks that had criticized Trump over the medication did not cover the news regarding the studies, an examination by conservative blog Newsbusters found.
CNN gave over 90 minutes in one day to now-retracted hydroxychloroquine study https://t.co/N9T6aDUjm4 — Curtis Houck (@CurtisHouck) June 5, 2020
“The evening newscasts of ABC, CBS, and NBC refused to give airtime to the revelation that a lauded scientific study, purporting to show anti-malaria drug hydroxychloroquine was ineffective and deadly, was retracted Thursday because of questions surrounding its accuracy and ethics,” Newsbuster’s Nicholas Fondacaro wrote. “That, even though all three had used the study to chide President Trump for pushing the drug and taking it himself.”
Unemployment
Economists’ projections for the number of Americans unemployed during the month of May were wildly inaccurate. Experts had predicted that the unemployment rate would be around 20% and that about 8 million jobs would have been lost. (RELATED: May Jobs Report: 2.5 Million Jobs Gained, Unemployment Falls To 13.3%)
“The forthcoming May jobs report will amount to a shocking sequel to the April horror story,” a senior economic analyst for Bankrate Mark Hamrick had predicted to Politico. “It is likely to add further economic insult to the injury already established with the jobless rate. . . Millions more are expected to fall off of payrolls.”
Instead, the economy saw the largest monthly gain in new jobs since the Bureau of Labor Statistics began tracking this data series in 1939. (RELATED: Grim Milestone’: WaPo Seems To Miss Changing Its Twitter Headline Claiming Unemployment Will Be ‘Close To 20 Percent’)
The May jobs report showed that U.S. economy gained 2.5 million jobs in May and that unemployment fell to 13.3%, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics released Friday.
“The U.S. economy is more resilient than expected,” chief strategist at Principal Global Investors Seema Shah told CNBC.
Suppression of Speech
“Remember all those commentators and journalists who smugly informed us that the woke craziness and suppression of campus speech was being overhyped and it was just a few overzealous students,” Brookings Institute Fellow Shadi Hamid tweeted Thursday. “They’ll never admit they’re wrong. But they were very, very wrong.”
The tweet came the same day that the New York Times apologized for and removed an op-ed by Republican Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton calling on Trump to end the violence, looting, and attacks on police officers that have occurred throughout the country.
The Times ultimately decided to remove the op-ed following outrage from the publication’s employees, who expressed outrage and anger that their publication would publish such sentiments.
“We’ve examined the piece and the process leading up to its publication,” a NYT spokeswoman said Thursday. “This review made clear that a rushed editorial process led to the publication of an Op-Ed that did not meet our standards. As a result, we’re planning to examine both short term and long term changes, to include expanding our fact checking operation and reducing the number of Op-Eds we publish.”
Vox writer Matt Yglesias posted in a response to Hamid’s tweet Thursday that he has recently changed his mind about various topics “thanks to a couple recent things” that he did not discuss.
“I was just saying in a Slack that I am going to have to admit I was wrong and the excesses are spreading,” Yglesias tweeted.
“I stand by a lot of my criticisms of the anti-PC discourse of five years ago,” he added, “but I wrongly thought the most egregious excesses of campus activists would stay on campus when they have instead spread as people age into other roles.”
Senior editor of Reason Magazine Robby Soave predicted in 2019 that the so-called social justice warriors would not subside in going after free speech, but would in fact grow.
“Social justice warriors are just getting started,” Soave wrote in a May 2019 op-ed for the Washington Examiner.
“The current incarnation of callout culture has trickled outward from the campus culture where it originated,” Soave wrote. “It was student activists who normalized the leftist idea that words are themselves a form of violence and they can inflict pain just as sticks and stones do.”
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thedailycaller--2020-06-05--FACT CHECK: No, Ellen DeGeneres Isn’t Under House Arrest For Child Sex Trafficking

A viral Facebook post claims talk show host Ellen DeGeneres is currently under house arrest for child sex trafficking .
There is no evidence to support the claim .
DeGeneres is a comedian and the host of the talk show “ The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
” The post , shared more than 3,600 times since May 31 , alleges , “ Ellen degeneres is on house arrest for child sex trafficking.
” The Daily Caller News Foundation found no evidence to substantiate the claim .
Celebrities often make headlines when they have run-ins with the law .
Had DeGeneres faced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would have been picked up by the media , yet none have reported on it .
Additionally , DeGeneres is a California resident , and California state law mandates that anyone convicted of sex trafficking must register as a sex offender .
A search for her name on California ’ s sex offender registry website turned up no matches .
It also appears nowhere on the Department of Justice ’ s national sex offender registry .
The accusation may be related to a baseless rumor shared on alternative news websites , like Our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ currently wearing an ankle monitor .
( RELATED : Viral Post Claims Ellen DeGeneres Is Giving Away $ 5,000 To 100 People Who Like And Comment On It ) This isn ’ t the first time a celebrity has been the target of false claims of arrest in connection to sex trafficking .
In March , social media users widely shared posts making such claims about television personality Oprah Winfrey , despite them originating in a QAnon conspiracy theory , according to the Washington Post .
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A viral Facebook post claims talk show host Ellen DeGeneres is currently under house arrest for child sex trafficking.
Verdict: False
There is no evidence to support the claim.
Fact Check:
DeGeneres is a comedian and the host of the talk show “The Ellen DeGeneres Show.” The post, shared more than 3,600 times since May 31, alleges, “Ellen degeneres is on house arrest for child sex trafficking.”
The Daily Caller News Foundation found no evidence to substantiate the claim. Celebrities often make headlines when they have run-ins with the law. Had DeGeneres faced a child sex trafficking charge, it would have been picked up by the media, yet none have reported on it.
Additionally, DeGeneres is a California resident, and California state law mandates that anyone convicted of sex trafficking must register as a sex offender. A search for her name on California’s sex offender registry website turned up no matches. It also appears nowhere on the Department of Justice’s national sex offender registry.
The accusation may be related to a baseless rumor shared on alternative news websites, like Our New Earth News, that DeGeneres is currently wearing an ankle monitor. (RELATED: Viral Post Claims Ellen DeGeneres Is Giving Away $5,000 To 100 People Who Like And Comment On It)
This isn’t the first time a celebrity has been the target of false claims of arrest in connection to sex trafficking. In March, social media users widely shared posts making such claims about television personality Oprah Winfrey, despite them originating in a QAnon conspiracy theory, according to the Washington Post.
DeGeneres did not return a request for comment.
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thedailycaller--2020-06-05--Thousands Of US Troops To Leave Germany As Trump Administration Orders Withdrawal

President Donald Trump ordered the Pentagon to withdraw 9,500 troops from Germany , administration officials said Friday , in a move that would mark a large drawdown in the US military presence in Europe .
Currently , there are 34,500 US troops stationed in Germany , and the move would reduce that number to 25,000 .
The change wasn ordered in a memorandum recently signed by national security advisor Robert O ’ Brien , and had been in the works for months under the direction of General Mark Milley , Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff , according to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that there would be a cap on the number of forces in Germany placed at 25,000 personnel , and that the additional troops currently in Germany would either be deployed to other bases in Europe or sent back home by September , the Wall Street Journal reported .
The Trump administration has clashed with Germany several times over a number of issues related to security and defense .
The president has repeatedly said that NATO members like Germany should contribute more money to the defense organization , although Germany has rejected these claims @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s energy dealings with Russia , viewing German dependence on Russian natural gas as potentially undermining the security guarantees between the United States and Germany .
( RELATED : Germany Profits While U.S.-Russian Tensions Rise ) Trump and German Chancellor Angela Merkel have also recently soured on each other after Merkel rejected Trump ’ s invitation to attend an in-person G7 meeting , citing the coronavirus pandemic .
Defense officials denied that the move was related to the recent spats between Trump and Merkel or to previous disagreements between the United States and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ullyot did not confirm the move , but said Trump “ continually reassesses the best posture for the United States military forces and our presence overseas , ” according to The Hill .

President Donald Trump ordered the Pentagon to withdraw 9,500 troops from Germany, administration officials said Friday, in a move that would mark a large drawdown in the US military presence in Europe.
Currently, there are 34,500 US troops stationed in Germany, and the move would reduce that number to 25,000. The change was ordered in a memorandum recently signed by national security advisor Robert O’Brien and had been in the works for months under the direction of Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley, according to The Guardian.
Administration officials also said that there would be a cap on the number of U.S. forces in Germany placed at 25,000 troops, and that the additional troops currently in Germany would either be deployed to other bases in Europe or sent back home by September, the Wall Street Journal reported.
The Trump administration has clashed with Germany several times over a number of issues related to security and defense. The president has repeatedly said that NATO members like Germany should contribute more money to the defense organization, although Germany has rejected these claims.
Trump has also criticized Germany’s energy dealings with Russia, viewing German dependence on Russian natural gas as potentially undermining the security guarantees between the United States and Germany. (RELATED: Germany Profits While U.S.-Russian Tensions Rise)
Trump and German Chancellor Angela Merkel have also recently soured on each other after Merkel rejected Trump’s invitation to attend an in-person G7 meeting, citing the coronavirus pandemic.
Defense officials denied that the move was related to the recent spats between Trump and Merkel or to previous disagreements between the United States and Germany.
National Security Council spokesman John Ullyot did not confirm the move, but said Trump “continually reassesses the best posture for the United States military forces and our presence overseas,” according to The Hill.


thedailycaller--2020-06-05--Billie Eilish Says She Wears Baggy Clothing Because She Doesn’t Want People To Judge Her Body

Musician Billie Eilish claimed she wears baggy clothing because she doesn ’ t want people to judge her body .
Eilish opened up about body image in an interview published Thursday by GQ .
“ Here ’ s a bomb for you : I have never felt desired , ” Eilish said .
“ My past boyfriends never made me feel desired .
None of them .
And it ’ s a big thing in my life that I feel I have never been physically desired by somebody.
” “ I dress the way I dress as I don ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ — I mean anyone , everyone — judging it , or the size of it , ” she added .
The interview comes after Eilish shared a video about body image to her Instagram .
( RELATED : ‘ You ’ ve Never Seen My Body ’ : Music Star Billie Eilish Shares Message About Those Who Criticize Her Body ) Eilish might not be dressed in baggy clothing forever .
“ But that doesn ’ t mean that I won ’ t wake up one day and decide to wear a tank @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , ” Eilish told the outlet .
“ Well , I do that and suddenly my boobs are trending on Twitter .
Which is fine — that s–t looks good , ” she added .
The discussion about body image comes after Eilish shocked fans by sharing photos in a bathing suit in January .

Musician Billie Eilish claimed she wears baggy clothing because she doesn’t want people to judge her body.
Eilish opened up about body image in an interview published Thursday by GQ.
“Here’s a bomb for you: I have never felt desired,” Eilish said. “My past boyfriends never made me feel desired. None of them. And it’s a big thing in my life that I feel I have never been physically desired by somebody.”
“I dress the way I dress as I don’t like to think of you guys — I mean anyone, everyone — judging it, or the size of it,” she added.
The interview comes after Eilish shared a video about body image to her Instagram. (RELATED: ‘You’ve Never Seen My Body’: Music Star Billie Eilish Shares Message About Those Who Criticize Her Body)
Eilish might not be dressed in baggy clothing forever.
“But that doesn’t mean that I won’t wake up one day and decide to wear a tank top, which I have done before,” Eilish told the outlet.
“Well, I do that and suddenly my boobs are trending on Twitter. Which is fine — that s–t looks good,” she added.
The discussion about body image comes after Eilish shocked fans by sharing photos in a bathing suit in January.


thedailycaller--2020-06-05--Philly Food Market Offers Free Lunch To Cops Then Apologizes For Being ‘Insensitive’

A Philadelphia food market chain offered free lunch to local police officers following citywide riots , but the eatery quickly apologized to the public after backlash from its own employees .
Di Brunno Brothers on Monday extended the offer to all the city ’ s men in blue , allowing them to claim a free lunch and drink .
Riots had ripped through the city a day earlier and numerous businesses were feeling the aftermath of those livid with the death of George Floyd , who died in Minneapolis after an officer kneeled on his neck for over 8 minutes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but Di Brunno ’ s remained open , CBS reporter Matt Petrillo noted .
Employees of the Philadelphia chain spoke out and the restaurant removed a sign that was deemed inappropriate .
Nevertheless , Di Brunno ’ s staff penned a letter to executives presiding over the eatery , accusing management of offering “ preferential treatment to on-duty officers ” and rejecting the views of the Floyd movement , according to Philadelphia Magazine “ Di Bruno Bros. expressed support for police , while neglecting those rightfully demonstrating against against racial injustice , ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ deeply opposed to the company ’ s position on this matter , which runs directly counter to our own beliefs on these very important issues.
” ( RELATED : Police Unions Abandon Biden After He Promotes Cop Reform ) The food market chain heeded the demands of dissenting employees and issued an apology letter on Wednesday , in which they called their offer “ insensitive ” and immediately revoked it .
They also donated money to four liberal groups , including Black Lives Matter and the Southern Poverty Law Center .
“ By @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a situation this past Monday at our Chestnut Street location involving the offer of complimentary lunch to Philadelphia Police Officers , ” the letter said .
“ The decision was made in haste after a night of destruction and looting .
It was insensitive and we sincerely apologize .
The sign was removed , and the policy is revoked.
” Police unions have taken notice and have vowed to boycott the Philadelphia staple .
Fraternal Order of Police president John McNesby posted a message on Twitter , following the quick reversal of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ noted by Fox News .
“ I mean , if they wanted to offer the lunch , fine , nobody asked for it .
They did it , ” McNesby later told “ Fox and Friends.
” “ Why turn around and slap the cops over the head ?
You turn around and now you apologize , and everybody else , for something that we didn ’ t do.
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A Philadelphia food market chain offered free lunch to local police officers following citywide riots, but the eatery quickly apologized to the public after backlash from its own employees.
Di Brunno Brothers on Monday extended the offer to all the city’s men in blue, allowing them to claim a free lunch and drink. Riots had ripped through the city a day earlier and numerous businesses were feeling the aftermath of those livid with the death of George Floyd, who died in Minneapolis after an officer kneeled on his neck for over 8 minutes.
Most businesses were boarded up, but Di Brunno’s remained open, CBS reporter Matt Petrillo noted.
So many stores along Walnut and Chestnut Steeets in #CenterCity #philly are boarded up today and remain closed. But @DiBrunoBros is open. It’s also offering on-duty @PhillyPolice free lunch https://t.co/LsTkhdoroa pic.twitter.com/pmzognTHrm — Matt Petrillo (@MattPetrillo) June 1, 2020
Employees of the Philadelphia chain spoke out and the restaurant removed a sign that was deemed inappropriate. Nevertheless, Di Brunno’s staff penned a letter to executives presiding over the eatery, accusing management of offering “preferential treatment to on-duty officers” and rejecting the views of the Floyd movement, according to Philadelphia Magazine
“Di Bruno Bros. expressed support for police, while neglecting those rightfully demonstrating against against racial injustice,” the letter reads. “We feel deeply opposed to the company’s position on this matter, which runs directly counter to our own beliefs on these very important issues.” (RELATED: Police Unions Abandon Biden After He Promotes Cop Reform)
The food market chain heeded the demands of dissenting employees and issued an apology letter on Wednesday, in which they called their offer “insensitive” and immediately revoked it. They also donated money to four liberal groups, including Black Lives Matter and the Southern Poverty Law Center.
“By now, you may be aware of a situation this past Monday at our Chestnut Street location involving the offer of complimentary lunch to Philadelphia Police Officers,” the letter said. “The decision was made in haste after a night of destruction and looting. It was insensitive and we sincerely apologize. The sign was removed, and the policy is revoked.”
Police unions have taken notice and have vowed to boycott the Philadelphia staple. Fraternal Order of Police president John McNesby posted a message on Twitter, following the quick reversal of the store’s policy, as first noted by Fox News.
Rest assured Philly police will be boycotting @DiBrunoBros from here on out. #BackTheBlue — John McNesby (@john_mcnesby) June 4, 2020
“I mean, if they wanted to offer the lunch, fine, nobody asked for it. They did it,” McNesby later told “Fox and Friends.” “Why turn around and slap the cops over the head? You turn around and now you apologize, and everybody else, for something that we didn’t do.”
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thedailycaller--2020-06-05--Justin Trudeau Takes A Knee Alongside Protesters — They Tell Him To ‘Stand Up To Trump’

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau took a knee Friday to show solidarity with protesters on Parliament Hill .
The demonstration @ @ @ @ @ protest against police misconduct and racial inequalities , issues that have once again been brought @ @ @ @ @ death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody nearly two weeks ago .
As Trudeau @ @ @ @ @ in the crowd could be heard yelling , “ Stand up to Trump !
” @ @ @ @ @ For 21 Seconds Before Responding To Question About Trump And Protests ) Trudeau joined the @ @ @ @ @ silence .
Trudeau ’ s appearance at the protest came just as President Donald Trump @ @ @ @ @ Drew Brees , who had apologized a day earlier for saying that he would never @ @ @ @ @ kneeling .
“ There are other things you can protest , but not our Great @ @ @ @ @ !
” Trump tweeted .
Several critics were quick to call Trudeau out for using @ @ @ @ @ op , among other things .

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau took a knee Friday to show solidarity with protesters on Parliament Hill.
The demonstration was organized in order to protest against police misconduct and racial inequalities, issues that have once again been brought to the forefront since the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody nearly two weeks ago.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau took a knee while attending a demonstration on Parliament Hill that was organized to protest racial injustice and police brutality. Read more here: https://t.co/EqqbPu1nbu pic.twitter.com/Ae1fcO8va1 — CTV News (@CTVNews) June 5, 2020
As Trudeau approached the demonstration, some in the crowd could be heard yelling, “Stand up to Trump!” (RELATED: Trudeau Mute For 21 Seconds Before Responding To Question About Trump And Protests)
PM @JustinTrudeau takes a knee on Parliament Hill in solidarity with protestors. PM was greeted with some chants of “stand up to Trump” when he arrived on the hill with his security detail. — David Cochrane (@CochraneCBC) June 5, 2020
Trudeau joined the demonstrators for a moment of silence.
Protesters and the PM take a knee again as folks observe a moment of silence #cdnpoli pic.twitter.com/lpk1mawYY4 — Mackenzie Gray (@Gray_Mackenzie) June 5, 2020
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau might be the first world leader to kneel at an anti-black racism protest. pic.twitter.com/TCJcnloKg8 — Farah Nasser (@FarahNasser) June 5, 2020
Trudeau’s appearance at the protest came just as President Donald Trump criticized New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees, who had apologized a day earlier for saying that he would never disrespect the American flag by kneeling.
“There are other things you can protest, but not our Great American Flag – NO KNEELING!” Trump tweeted.
…We should be standing up straight and tall, ideally with a salute, or a hand on heart. There are other things you can protest, but not our Great American Flag – NO KNEELING! — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 5, 2020
Several critics were quick to call Trudeau out for using the protest as a photo op, among other things.
After Justin Trudeau joined the climate march for a photo-op he doubled down on building the pipeline. #cdnpoli — Derrick O’Keefe (@derrickokeefe) June 5, 2020


thedailycaller--2020-06-05--Chinese Nationals Sentenced To Prison For Entering And Taking Pictures Of US Naval Station

Three Chinese nationals were sentenced to prison after they illegally entered a restricted area at a US Navy base in Florida and took pictures , the Associated Press reported Friday .
Chinese national Liao Lyuyou , 27 , pleaded guilty to illegally entering the Naval Air Station Key West on Dec. 26 and taking photographs and video of property , according to the U.S. Attorney ’ s vOffice of the South District of Florida , the Associated Press reported .
Lyuyou was sentenced to 12 months in prison .
Jielun Zhang , 25 , and Yuhao Wang , 24 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Jan. 4 and were sentenced to 12 months and 9 months in prison , respectively , for taking photographs of property .
Additionally , all three were ordered to serve one year of probation .
Liao was verbally warned not to enter the restricted area but did anyway , taking pictures of an annex and government buildings near sensitive military facilities , according to CNN .
He circumvented a security fence that had multiple warnings on it and walked into restricted areas , later telling officials that he reads and understands English better @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also told officials that he was trying to take photos of the sunrise .
When military police looked through his camera , they saw images of the Truman Annex and photos of other government buildings , CNN reported .
( RELATED : US Ramps Up Crackdown On China ’ s Spying Efforts During Coronavirus ) Jielun and Yuhao arrived a week later at the guard station , and did not obey the security officer ’ s orders when they were told to leave the facility after not being able to provide military identification @ @ @ @ @ @ @ premises for roughly 30 minutes .
With proper consent , officers searched their cell phones and cameras and found pictures of US military structures .
The U.S. government “ secretly expelled ” two Chinese Embassy officials in September 2019 after they drove onto a restricted military base in Virginia , and were suspected of espionage .
American officials believe at least one of the Chinese officials was an intelligence officer , according to the New York Times .

Three Chinese nationals were sentenced to prison after they illegally entered a restricted area at a US Navy base in Florida and took pictures, the Associated Press reported Friday.
Chinese national Liao Lyuyou, 27, pleaded guilty to illegally entering the Naval Air Station Key West on Dec. 26 and taking photographs and video of property, according to the U.S. Attorney’s vOffice of the South District of Florida, the Associated Press reported. Lyuyou was sentenced to 12 months in prison.
Jielun Zhang, 25, and Yuhao Wang, 24, illegally entered the same naval air station Jan. 4 and were sentenced to 12 months and 9 months in prison, respectively, for taking photographs of property. Additionally, all three were ordered to serve one year of probation.
Liao was verbally warned not to enter the restricted area but did anyway, taking pictures of an annex and government buildings near sensitive military facilities, according to CNN.
He circumvented a security fence that had multiple warnings on it and walked into restricted areas, later telling officials that he reads and understands English better than he can speak it. He also told officials that he was trying to take photos of the sunrise. When military police looked through his camera, they saw images of the Truman Annex and photos of other government buildings, CNN reported. (RELATED: US Ramps Up Crackdown On China’s Spying Efforts During Coronavirus)
Jielun and Yuhao arrived a week later at the guard station, and did not obey the security officer’s orders when they were told to leave the facility after not being able to provide military identification.
The two instead stayed at the premises for roughly 30 minutes. With proper consent, officers searched their cell phones and cameras and found pictures of US military structures.
The expulsions appear to be the first of Chinese diplomats suspected of espionage in more than 30 years. https://t.co/XOMEDyaBMm — Caitlin Yilek (@hausofcait) December 15, 2019
The U.S. government “secretly expelled” two Chinese Embassy officials in September 2019 after they drove onto a restricted military base in Virginia, and were suspected of espionage. American officials believe at least one of the Chinese officials was an intelligence officer, according to the New York Times.


thedailycaller--2020-06-05--‘Total Chaos’: Texas Sheriff Bill Waybourn Responds To The ‘Defund Police’ Movement

Tarrant County Sheriff Bill Waybourn joined the Daily Caller ’ s Stephanie Hamill to discuss the growing movement to “ defund police , ” the George Floyd protests and more .
During the interview Waybourn did not hold back on his thoughts about the growing movement to “ defund police ” in the wake of Floyd ’ s death .
“ It would be total chaos , ” said Waybourn .
“ Everybody would be on their own .
I would say at that point the Second Amendment would become the most important amendment in the world.
” Waybourn also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the anti-police sentiment is affecting morale among law enforcement .
( RELATED : Trump Lashes Out At ‘ Defund The Police ’ Campaign , Says A Vote For Him Means ‘ More Money For Law Enforcement ’ . )
“ I think that they ’ re angry , and when I say angry , I mean they ’ re angry because at a moment , they ’ re saying hey , we were standing with you and then suddenly we become your enemy , ” said Waybourn .
“ We agree with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ case.
” He went on to discuss how the anti-police sentiment may affect recruiting for law enforcement in the future .
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Tarrant County Sheriff Bill Waybourn joined the Daily Caller’s Stephanie Hamill to discuss the growing movement to “defund police,” the George Floyd protests and more.
During the interview Waybourn did not hold back on his thoughts about the growing movement to “defund police” in the wake of Floyd’s death.
“It would be total chaos,” said Waybourn. “Everybody would be on their own. I would say at that point the Second Amendment would become the most important amendment in the world.”
Waybourn also went into detail about how the riots and the anti-police sentiment is affecting morale among law enforcement. (RELATED: Trump Lashes Out At ‘Defund The Police’ Campaign, Says A Vote For Him Means ‘More Money For Law Enforcement’.)
“I think that they’re angry, and when I say angry, I mean they’re angry because at a moment, they’re saying hey, we were standing with you and then suddenly we become your enemy,” said Waybourn. “We agree with you that we want justice in this case.”
He went on to discuss how the anti-police sentiment may affect recruiting for law enforcement in the future.
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thedailycaller--2020-06-05--Emily Ratajkowski’s Husband Sebastian Bear-McClard Apologizes For Using N-Word

“ Uncut Gems ” producer Sebastian Bear-McClard apologized for using the n-word in the past .
The apology comes after his wife and model Emily Ratajkowski posted on Instagram saying she felt “ useless ” on Wednesday , according to a report published by Page Six .
Both Ratajkowski and Bear-McClard have joined the George Floyd protests .
BET ’ s style director Danielle Prescod reportedly responded and called out Ratajkowski ’ s husband for using the n-word .
( RELATED : ‘ Bachelorette ’ Star Hannah Brown Says The N-Word In Viral Video ) “ You probably have never @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Page Six reported .
“ I would like you to address the issues in your home and then you can help us out here .
I would like you to ask him what he can do differently … I mean this with the utmost sincerity .
It was hurtful and abusive.
” Bear-McClard apologized Thursday on Twitter saying he used the word “ casually.
” “ I used a word casually like it was mine to use .
It ’ s not , it never was , and never will be .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ve learned a lot about my privilege as a man and as a white person and about the history of racism in this country .
Owning our misteps is a crucial part of changing the way the world operates .
I ’ m embarrassed and ashamed and I sincerely apologize to everyone who I may have hurt .
”

“Uncut Gems” producer Sebastian Bear-McClard apologized for using the n-word in the past.
The apology comes after his wife and model Emily Ratajkowski posted on Instagram saying she felt “useless” on Wednesday, according to a report published by Page Six. Both Ratajkowski and Bear-McClard have joined the George Floyd protests.
BET’s style director Danielle Prescod reportedly responded and called out Ratajkowski’s husband for using the n-word. (RELATED: ‘Bachelorette’ Star Hannah Brown Says The N-Word In Viral Video)
“You probably have never seen this behavior,” Prescod wrote, Page Six reported. “I would like you to address the issues in your home and then you can help us out here. I would like you to ask him what he can do differently … I mean this with the utmost sincerity. It was hurtful and abusive.”
Bear-McClard apologized Thursday on Twitter saying he used the word “casually.”
“I used a word casually like it was mine to use. It’s not, it never was, and never will be. In the past few years I’ve learned a lot about my privilege as a man and as a white person and about the history of racism in this country. Owning our misteps is a crucial part of changing the way the world operates. I’m embarrassed and ashamed and I sincerely apologize to everyone who I may have hurt.”


thedailycaller--2020-06-05--Lisa Page Is The New National Security And Legal Analyst At NBC News

Former FBI lawyer Lisa Page is the new national security and legal analyst for NBC News and MSNBC , the network announced Friday .
“ We ’ re very happy to welcome to our network Lisa Page , former FBI lawyer who worked as special counsel for Robert Mueller ’ s legal team , ” Nicolle Wallace said .
“ She worked on the Russian government disinformation probe and on the Hillary Clinton email investigation.
” ( RELATED : Rachel Maddow Gushes Over Disgraced FBI Lawyer Lisa Page ) Page was discovered in 2017 to be having an affair with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ worked on special counsel Robert Mueller ’ s investigation before he was removed for showing bias against President Donald Trump in text messages exchanged with Page .
Thousands of the lovers ’ text messages , which were sent on agency-issued phones , were released by the Department of Justice ( DOJ ) and FBI in 2017 .
Page sued the DOJ and FBI for releasing her text messages , alleging that it was “ illegal.
” Page testified in July 2018 that the FBI did not see strong evidence of Russian collusion with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ its investigation .
She worked on the Mueller probe before evidence of her affair led to her dismissal from the team .
Page spoke in an interview with The Daily Beast in December 2019 , asserting that “ there ’ s no fathomable way ” she “ committed any crime at all .
”

Former FBI lawyer Lisa Page is the new national security and legal analyst for NBC News and MSNBC, the network announced Friday.
“We’re very happy to welcome to our network Lisa Page, former FBI lawyer who worked as special counsel for Robert Mueller’s legal team,” Nicolle Wallace said. “She worked on the Russian government disinformation probe and on the Hillary Clinton email investigation.” (RELATED: Rachel Maddow Gushes Over Disgraced FBI Lawyer Lisa Page)
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JUST ANNOUNCED: @MSNBC welcomes Former FBI Lawyer @NatSecLisa as an NBC News & MSNBC National Security & Legal Analyst. pic.twitter.com/cubW4jCQFm — MSNBC Public Relations (@MSNBCPR) June 5, 2020
Page was discovered in 2017 to be having an affair with former FBI agent Peter Strzok, who worked on special counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation before he was removed for showing bias against President Donald Trump in text messages exchanged with Page.
Thousands of the lovers’ text messages, which were sent on agency-issued phones, were released by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI in 2017. Page sued the DOJ and FBI for releasing her text messages, alleging that it was “illegal.”
Page testified in July 2018 that the FBI did not see strong evidence of Russian collusion with President Donald Trump 10 months after beginning its investigation. She worked on the Mueller probe before evidence of her affair led to her dismissal from the team. Page spoke in an interview with The Daily Beast in December 2019, asserting that “there’s no fathomable way” she “committed any crime at all.”


thedailycaller--2020-06-05--Michael Jordan, Jordan Brand Donating $100 Million To ‘Organizations Dedicated’ To ‘Racial Equality’

Michael Jordan , Jordan brand announced Friday plans to donate $ 100 million over the next 10 years to “ organizations dedicated ” to “ racial equality.
” “ Through our Jordan Wings Program , we have been focused on providing access to education , mentorship and opportunity for Black youth facing the obstacles of systemic racism , ” a statement from Craig Williams , President of Jordan Brand on the company ’ s website read about the donation .
The post was noted by YahooSports.com .
( RELATED : Pearl Jam Postpones North American Tour Over Growing Coronavirus Concerns @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do more , ” he added .
“ In addition to the investment from NIKE Inc. , we are announcing a joint commitment from Michael Jordan and Jordan Brand to donate $ 100 million over the next 10 years.
” ( RELATED : Minneapolis 3rd Police Precinct On Fire After Officers Evacuate Building Amid George Floyd Riots ) Williams ’ continued , while noting that “ we must join forces with the community , government and civic leaders to create a lasting impact together .
There is still more work for us to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Black Community .
We embrace the responsibility.
” The statement explained the donation will go towards “ organizations dedicated to ensuring racial equality , social justice and greater access to education.
” The announcement follows more than a week of protests and riots across the country following the death of George Floyd , a man who died while in custody of a Minneapolis police officer .

Michael Jordan, Jordan brand announced Friday plans to donate $100 million over the next 10 years to “organizations dedicated” to “racial equality.”
“Through our Jordan Wings Program, we have been focused on providing access to education, mentorship and opportunity for Black youth facing the obstacles of systemic racism,” a statement from Craig Williams, President of Jordan Brand on the company’s website read about the donation. The post was noted by YahooSports.com. (RELATED: Pearl Jam Postpones North American Tour Over Growing Coronavirus Concerns)
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“But we know we can do more,” he added. “In addition to the investment from NIKE Inc., we are announcing a joint commitment from Michael Jordan and Jordan Brand to donate $100 million over the next 10 years.” (RELATED: Minneapolis 3rd Police Precinct On Fire After Officers Evacuate Building Amid George Floyd Riots)
Joint Statement from Michael Jordan & Jordan Brand regarding $100m donation. pic.twitter.com/yYXWh5eBZl — Estee Portnoy (@esteep) June 5, 2020
Williams’ continued, while noting that “we must join forces with the community, government and civic leaders to create a lasting impact together. There is still more work for us to do to drive real impact for the Black Community. We embrace the responsibility.”
The statement explained the donation will go towards “organizations dedicated to ensuring racial equality, social justice and greater access to education.”
The announcement follows more than a week of protests and riots across the country following the death of George Floyd, a man who died while in custody of a Minneapolis police officer.


thedailycaller--2020-06-05--‘NO KNEELING’: Trump Slams Drew Brees For Apologizing Over Pro-Flag Stance

President Donald Trump went after NFL quarterback Drew Brees on Friday after Brees apologized for saying the George Floyd protests didn ’ t justify kneeling during the national anthem .
Trump ’ s Friday comments on Twitter came after the New Orleans Saints player made multiple apologies for his initial response to questions about kneeling during the national anthem .
Floyd died while in Minneapolis police custody after former police officer Derek Chauvin pressed his knee into his neck for nearly nine minutes .
( RELATED : ‘ Very Disappointing ’ : Don Lemon Disappointed In Drew Brees After Comments @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) Brees was asked Tuesday where he stood on a potential resurgence of players kneeling for the anthem in 2020 ’ s NFL season .
He initially responded , “ I will never agree with anybody disrespecting the flag of the United States of America or our country.
” He also referenced the military service of both his grandfathers .
He published an apology for the statement to Instagram on Wednesday , followed by another on Thursday .
( RELATED : Tony Dungy Defends Drew Brees , Says Shutting Down People You Disagree @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ ) “ I would like to apologize to my friends , teammates , the City of New Orleans , the black community , NFL community and anyone I hurt with my comments yesterday , ” he wrote Wednesday .
“ In an attempt to talk about respect , unity , and solidarity centered around the American flag and the national anthem , I made comments that were insensitive and completely missed the mark on the issues we are facing right now as a country , ” Brees continued .
Trump has publicly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the country and are generally associated with the protests following Floyd ’ s death .
He delivered a speech from the White House on Monday saying he is a “ law and order president .
”

President Donald Trump went after NFL quarterback Drew Brees on Friday after Brees apologized for saying the George Floyd protests didn’t justify kneeling during the national anthem.
I am a big fan of Drew Brees. I think he’s truly one of the greatest quarterbacks, but he should not have taken back his original stance on honoring our magnificent American Flag. OLD GLORY is to be revered, cherished, and flown high… — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 5, 2020
…We should be standing up straight and tall, ideally with a salute, or a hand on heart. There are other things you can protest, but not our Great American Flag – NO KNEELING! — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 5, 2020
Trump’s Friday comments on Twitter came after the New Orleans Saints player made multiple apologies for his initial response to questions about kneeling during the national anthem.
Floyd died while in Minneapolis police custody after former police officer Derek Chauvin pressed his knee into his neck for nearly nine minutes. (RELATED: ‘Very Disappointing’: Don Lemon Disappointed In Drew Brees After Comments The QB Made On Protests At Games)
Brees was asked Tuesday where he stood on a potential resurgence of players kneeling for the anthem in 2020’s NFL season. He initially responded, “I will never agree with anybody disrespecting the flag of the United States of America or our country.” He also referenced the military service of both his grandfathers.
He published an apology for the statement to Instagram on Wednesday, followed by another on Thursday. (RELATED: Tony Dungy Defends Drew Brees, Says Shutting Down People You Disagree With ‘Doesn’t Make Sense’)
“I would like to apologize to my friends, teammates, the City of New Orleans, the black community, NFL community and anyone I hurt with my comments yesterday,” he wrote Wednesday.
“In an attempt to talk about respect, unity, and solidarity centered around the American flag and the national anthem, I made comments that were insensitive and completely missed the mark on the issues we are facing right now as a country,” Brees continued.
Trump has publicly denounced the riots which have erupted across the country and are generally associated with the protests following Floyd’s death.
He delivered a speech from the White House on Monday saying he is a “law and order president.”


thedailycaller--2020-06-06--Facebook, Twitter And Instagram Disable Trump Campaign Video Tribute To George Floyd Over Copyright

Facebook, Twitter And Instagram Disable Trump Campaign Video Tribute To George Floyd Over Copyright Claims

Facebook , Twitter and Instagram disabled a Trump campaign video honoring George Floyd on all three of their social media platforms Friday , citing copyright claims .
The campaign video , which YouTube has kept up , contains President Donald Trump ’ s voice playing in the background behind pictures and videos of both protests and riots that have ensued following George Floyd ’ s death while in custody of the Minneapolis Police Department , according to Reuters .
Trump criticized the removal of the video on Twitter , arguing that Twitter had violated section 230 of the Communications Decency @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are fighting hard for the Radical Left Democrats .
A one sided battle .
Illegal .
Section 230 !
” Trumps said on Twitter .
“ This was pulled because we got a DMCA complaint from copyright holder.
” Twitter ’ s CEO , Jack Dorsey , responded to Trump late Friday night .
It ’ s unclear what exactly led to the complaint , according to Reuters , but California lawyer Sam Koolaq , who heads the practice that submitted it , told Politico the video infringed on material from an artist @ @ @ @ @ @ @ very talented , so I can understand why the President chose to use their work as part of his re-election efforts , ” said Koolaq in an email to Politico .
“ Thankfully , the law protects artists from unauthorized usage , even when the unauthorized user is the President.
” ( RELATED : Time To Confront The Tyranny Of Social Media Censorship ) Facebook , which also owns Instagram , said it removed the video after receiving a copyright complaint under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act .
“ We received a copyright @ @ @ @ @ @ @ removed the post , ” a Facebook spokesperson said in a statement emailed to Politico .
“ Organizations that use original art shared on Instagram are expected to have the right to do so.
” YouTube spokesperson Ivy Choi told Politico that the video uploaded to their platform was different and did not contain the allegedly infringing content that the version posted to Twitter did .
She said the video will remain up , according to Politico .

Facebook, Twitter and Instagram disabled a Trump campaign video honoring George Floyd on all three of their social media platforms Friday, citing copyright claims.
The campaign video, which YouTube has kept up, contains President Donald Trump’s voice playing over pictures and videos of both protests and riots that have ensued following George Floyd’s death that occurred while in custody of the Minneapolis Police Department, according to Reuters.
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Trump criticized the removal of the video on Twitter, arguing that Twitter had violated section 230 of the Communications Decency Act by removing it.
“They are fighting hard for the Radical Left Democrats. A one sided battle. Illegal. Section 230!” Trumps said on Twitter.
Twitter Pulls Trump Campaign Video of President Showing Empathy For Peaceful Protesters https://t.co/5DEIoPHsud They are fighting hard for the Radical Left Democrats. A one sided battle. Illegal. Section 230! — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 6, 2020
“This was pulled because we got a DMCA complaint from copyright holder.” Twitter’s CEO, Jack Dorsey, responded to Trump late Friday night.
Not true and not illegal. This was pulled because we got a DMCA complaint from copyright holder. https://t.co/RAsaYng71a — jack (@jack) June 6, 2020
It’s unclear what exactly led to the complaint, according to Reuters, but California lawyer Sam Koolaq, who heads the practice that submitted it, told Politico the video infringed on material from an artist they represent.
“My client is very talented, so I can understand why the President chose to use their work as part of his re-election efforts,” said Koolaq in an email to Politico. “Thankfully, the law protects artists from unauthorized usage, even when the unauthorized user is the President.” (RELATED: Time To Confront The Tyranny Of Social Media Censorship)
Facebook, which also owns Instagram, said it removed the video after receiving a copyright complaint under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. “We received a copyright complaint from the creator … and have removed the post,” a Facebook spokesperson said in a statement emailed to Politico. “Organizations that use original art shared on Instagram are expected to have the right to do so.”
YouTube spokesperson Ivy Choi told Politico that the video uploaded to their platform was different and did not contain the allegedly infringing content that the version posted to Twitter did. She said the video will remain up, according to Politico.