Children in Michigan will soon be able to anonymously report their parents or other adults for “improperly” storing firearms “that are accessible to a minor.” The new tip line was part of an amendment to House Bill 5503, a supplemental K-12 budget that passed the Michigan legislature on Wednesday, The Midwesterner reported. A new gun storage law went into effect in Michigan earlier this year, requiring gun owners “to keep unattended weapons unloaded and locked with a locking device or stored in a locked box or container if it is reasonably known that a minor is likely to be present on the premises.” The new provision, which is part of a supplemental spending bill, allocates $1 million for the tip line for the 2024-2025 school year. The provision also requires that educational materials on how to properly store firearms be sent to school districts. The spending bill easily passed the Democratic-controlled state House, but was a closer vote in the state Senate, which is also controlled by Democrats. Republican senators refused to give the bill a two-thirds vote, meaning the bill will not become law until the first quarter of next year, The Detroit Free Press reported. Some Republican lawmakers blasted the tip line provision in the bill, with state Sen. Thomas Albert calling it “a tattletale provision” and state Sen. John Damoose arguing that it is designed “to enforce [Democrats’] gun control agenda.” “This hotline is nothing more than a page out of the Stasi playbook—encouraging children to spy on their own families,” state Rep. Angela Rigas told The Midwesterner. “This is a dangerous step toward weaponizing children in households for the left, and an outrageous government overreach under the guise of public safety.” The supplemental package was passed by the Michigan legislature after Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer was blasted by both Republicans and Democrats for signing an education budget in July that cut funding for school safety and mental health by $300 million, a 92% decrease. Am I Racist? Is In Theaters NOW — Get Your Tickets Here! Democrats worked to push through the supplemental legislation by providing an additional $125 million for mental health and school safety. The Michigan Coalition for Responsible Gun Owners also criticized the $1 million provision for what it called a “Report Your Parents Hotline,” writing on X, “While we all support responsible firearms storage, this is the type of thing we’d expect to see from a totalitarian police state.” Report Your Parents Hotline This amendment was inserted into the conference committee report of the Michigan School Aid bill (HB 5503 CR-1) today. The conference committee report is expected to be voted on immediately in the House and Senate with no testimony allowed. This… pic.twitter.com/qj7rF4nf3z — Michigan Coalition for Responsible Gun Owners (@MCRGO_Michigan) September 25, 2024 After Whitmer won re-election in 2022 and Democrats took control of the state legislature, the governor said there would be a renewed push for gun control, pointing to the November 2021 shooting at Oxford High School where a student killed four of his classmates. “I do believe that you will all of a sudden see a very different environment in Lansing where the Oxford families and advocates will have the ability to make their voices heard and to inform and drive the policy change that this current legislature has completely shut the door to,” Whitmer said at the time.

Vice President Kamala Harris gave her first solo interview on Wednesday, sitting down with friendly MSNBC anchor Stephanie Ruhle for a 25-minute conversation about her policy positions ahead of the 2024 presidential election — but it missed the mark by such a wide margin that even The New York Times panned her performance. The article was benignly titled “3 Takeaways From Kamala Harris’s Interview on MSNBC,” but the sub-headline cut straight to the quick: “In her first one-on-one cable TV interview since becoming the nominee, the vice president repeatedly dodged direct questions and stuck firmly on message.” The three main takeaways from the interview — which was granted to Ruhle just days after the MSNBC anchor argued in defense of Harris not taking any difficult policy questions — were laid out by reporter Reid Epstein. First, he said, “Harris had roundabout answers to open-ended questions.” Epstein then mentioned a question Harris had been asked on the economy — specifically why it was that voters continued to tell pollsters that they trusted former President Donald Trump more than they trusted her when it came to handling economic policy. Am I Racist? Is In Theaters NOW — Get Your Tickets Here! Harris gave no answer to the direct question about why Trump was resonating more with voters, and instead claimed that he was responsible for lost manufacturing jobs among other things. Epstein’s second takeaway was Harris’ apparent unwillingness to consider the possibility that even in the event that she won the presidency, Democrats could lose control of the U.S. Senate. Harris ignored a direct question from Ruhle on that, too, and continued to tout policies that would certainly flounder in a Republican-controlled Senate. “But we’re going to have to raise corporate taxes. We’re going to have to make sure that the biggest corporations and billionaires pay their fair share. That’s just it. It’s about paying their fair share. I am not mad at anyone for achieving success, but everyone should pay their fair share,” she said. The final takeaway was as much a criticism of Ruhle and MSNBC as it was of Harris: “A hard-hitting Harris interview is still yet to come.” Epstein noted that while Harris had been more open to doing interviews in the last week or so — after weeks of simply hiding from the press — she still appeared unwilling to take any questions from anyone who might actually demand a substantive answer. “Her media strategy has been to sit with friendly inquisitors who are not inclined to ask terribly thorny questions or press her when her responses are evasive,” he wrote, adding, “It’s not quite clear what Ms. Harris gained, aside from giving her campaign aides the ability to say she held a one-on-one cable television interview.” Ruhle herself admitted that Harris had not really given straight answers to her questions — although she did not offer any apology for her failure to press the vice president with any follow-up questions. YIKES. Stephanie Ruhle on her softball interview with Kamala: "she doesn't answer the question." pic.twitter.com/aPPkPGh4IV — Trump War Room (@TrumpWarRoom) September 25, 2024

Dolton, Illinois Mayor Tiffany Henyard, widely criticized as "America's worst mayor," is under scrutiny again after throwing an extravagant $85,000 party while facing multiple investigations into her spending practices. The August 17 event, “A Taste of Thornton Township,” featured performances by R&B singer Keke Wyatt and rapper J. Holiday, with each artist paid $25,000 for a 30-minute set. The party, funded largely by taxpayers, included $6,600 for children's inflatable attractions, but attracted a mere 60-70 attendees, leaving many questioning the value of the expense​. Henyard’s spending at the party adds to the mounting accusations of financial mismanagement during her term. The mayor has already been banned from using village credit cards except for board-approved purchases after racking up tens of thousands of dollars in questionable expenses, including lavish trips to Las Vegas and thousands spent at Amazon, Wayfair, and Best Buy. In response to the growing scandal, the Dolton trustees hired former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot to investigate the village’s finances, which revealed a deficit of $3.6 million under Henyard’s leadership. NEW: Dolton's 'Super Mayor' Tiffany Henyard threw an $85,000 party despite plunging her town's budget into debt and being cut off from state funds Tiffany Henyard, 41, spent $85,000 of taxpayer money on an event, including $50,000 for 60 minutes of performances and over $35,000… pic.twitter.com/Zm1Bbg0tzF — Unlimited L's (@unlimited_ls) September 10, 2024 The federal government is also conducting an investigation into Henyard’s alleged misuse of funds. However, despite widespread criticism and calls for her resignation from local residents, Henyard has shown no signs of stepping down. She defended her party by stating, “This is all for the babies,” as she live-streamed the event, dismissing the concerns of Dolton taxpayers. Many residents, however, remain angry. “That’s the people’s money,” Lansing resident Jennifer Robertz said, echoing the frustrations of many locals. The probe into Henyard’s finances is part of a broader investigation into her handling of public funds. Since taking office in 2021, Henyard has been accused of excessive and unauthorized use of village money. Before her election, Dolton had a $5.6 million surplus, but under Henyard’s leadership, the village is now grappling with a substantial deficit​. Wonder if @KeKeWyattSings and J. Holiday, know they were paid for with tax-payer money, and if they realize how shitty that is. If they have any integrity, they will return the money, and denounce Tiffany Henyard for this obvious abuse of tax-payer money. https://t.co/620VBEJJEM — RealJamesGrove (@RealJamesGrove) September 11, 2024 Some of Henyard’s more controversial expenses include $40,000 in Amazon purchases and an additional $10,000 spent at Wayfair and Best Buy, all charged to the village’s credit card. These transactions, along with her frequent travels, have triggered both local and federal investigations. Lightfoot’s audit, initiated by the Dolton trustees, was part of a larger effort to regain control over the town's finances, which have spiraled under Henyard's administration. While Henyard has not been charged with any crime yet, the ongoing investigations have raised significant concerns about the governance of Dolton. Even Dolton’s Deputy Police Chief Lewis Lacey, a Henyard ally, has been caught in a separate federal investigation, facing nine charges, including bankruptcy fraud. Many Dolton residents now wonder if Henyard will eventually face charges of her own, but for now, she remains defiant, continuing her duties as mayor despite widespread backlash. This latest incident, along with her history of financial mismanagement, has only solidified her reputation as "America's worst mayor" in the eyes of many Dolton residents and beyond. The post ‘America’s Worst Mayor’ Tiffany Henyard Hosts $85,000 Party Amid Spending Investigation appeared first on The Conservative Brief.

Stephen Nedoroscik is back at it again with another remarkable performance on the DWTS stage. This time, he and his partner, Rylee Arnold, danced an incredible Paso Doble routine. The star has earned himself the nickname “Clark Kent” because of his resemblance to the comic book character, so the pair decided to play on that in their performance. They danced to Superman-Main Theme from Superman by John Williams, and the result was just spectacular. From Clark Kent To Superman, Stephen Nedoroscik Dominates “DWTS” The performance started with a quick change from Stephen Nedoroscik. He came out in a black suit, and after a brief smoke show, he was in a glittery red vest and pants with an American flag shirt underneath. Then, the Olympian shows off his impressive arm muscles before descending further down onto the stage. His partner, Rylee Arnold, met him on the dance floor sporting a stunning red gown. The pair then tore across the DTWS stage like two experts before Stephen Nedoroscik brought out some more of his famous gymnastics moves, flawlessly leaping through the air. The duo was perfectly in character the entire time and looked like they had laser focus. Then, they ended with an impressive dip. The crowd erupted in applause. The Internet Loves This Pair Each week the comments that come are very supportive of Stephen Nedoroscik and his DTWS performances. This week was no different. After Dancing With the Stars shared the performance on YouTube, fans rushed in to share their love for this Olympic athlete. One user wrote, “I love Stephen because he’s truly a non-dancer just LEARNING… and doing amazing!! And Rylee is really stepping up this season. If they continue like this they would deserve to win.” Another added, “Every time Stephen takes off his glasses, I know he is gonna slay us all, and then he did the knee walks had me screaming at the TV.” A third commented, “HOW IS THIS ONLY WEEK 2!?!?!?!?! So impressed by Stephen!” With his stage presence and skills already improving on week two fans cannot wait to see how Stephen Nedoroscik continues to improve through this DWTS season. The source of the featured image is here. The post “DWTS”: Watch Stephen Nedoroscik Go From Clark Kent To Superman On The Dance Floor appeared first on InspireMore.

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