New York City Mayor Eric Adams faces mounting calls to resign amid federal probes and resignations from officials in his inner circle. Now, fellow Democrats are starting to push for Adams’ resignation. “Eric Adams leads with corruption and mismanagement. 15+ of his associates are now under investigation. If his track record of cutting critical services and empowering NYPD abuse didn’t make it clear: Eric Adams is unfit to govern. NY deserves better. It’s time for him to resign,” Democrat City Councilwoman Tiffany Caban said. Eric Adams leads with corruption and mismanagement. 15+ of his associates are now under investigation. If his track record of cutting critical services and empowering NYPD abuse didn’t make it clear: Eric Adams is unfit to govern. NY deserves better. It’s time for him to resign. — Tiffany Cabán (@tiffany_caban) September 16, 2024 “NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban has resigned from his post a week after federal agents raided his residence as part of a corruption investigation,” 100 Percent Fed Up noted. BREAKING: NYPD Commissioner Resigns, Former FBI Official Temporarily To Fill Role "Late Saturday night, the mayor abruptly announced the resignation of his top lawyer and most ardent public defender," CNN stated. Adams' top City Hall lawyer resigns as federal investigations continue to swarm administration https://t.co/256FDQDePf pic.twitter.com/6cAAIPV8r1 — 1010 WINS (@1010WINS) September 15, 2024 Per CNN: The stunning departure of chief counsel Lisa Zornberg, a former federal prosecutor, opened up a new and troubling chapter in the political and legal crisis now gripping City Hall. “I am tendering my resignation, effective today,” Zornberg wrote in a short letter, “as I have concluded that I can no longer effectively serve in my position.” Adams in a statement thanked her and said he would name a temporary replacement in the coming days. “These are hard jobs and we don’t expect anyone to stay in them forever,” Adams added in a bid to downplay the remarkable nature of Zornberg’s decision. By Monday, at least three Democratic officeholders – progressives from the state assembly, Senate and city council – had called on Adams to resign. The mayor rejected the notion in a call with reporters and suggested his critics, particularly those who have sparred with him before, were politically motivated. “Any time anything happens in this city, and they call for me to leave, are we supposed to listen to them now?” Adams said. “I was elected by the people of this city and I am going to continue to meet my obligation to the people of this city.” Adams faces calls to resign amid federal probes https://t.co/NY0Fpq2fAo — Just the News (@JustTheNews) September 18, 2024 As four federal investigations plague the Adams administration, some are calling on the mayor to resign. Adams has repeatedly said he won’t step down. But here’s what would happen next if he did — or if he were forced out.https://t.co/TxOeJwEreT — THE CITY (@THECITYNY) September 18, 2024 FOX 5 NY reports: State Senator Julia Salazar and State Assemblywoman Emily Gallagher are also calling on the mayor to step down over the weekend, saying it's time to restore trust in city government. "Eric Adams is failing at his job," Assemblywoman Gallagher said. "His administration is rampant with serious scandal, and that's a sign of poor management." There are believed to be at least 4 federal investigations targeting the mayor and his top aides. This includes the investigation that prompted the former NYPD police commissioner Edward Caban to resign last week. Federal investigators are reportedly looking into whether Caban’s twin brother sold police protection to nightlife businesses. Several NYPD executives and a top Adams’ aide, Tim Pearson, have also been caught up in that investigation and had to turn over their phones to the FBI. Additionally, federal prosecutors are also reportedly investigating the three Banks brothers. Deputy Mayor of Public Safety Phil Banks, the Schools Chancellor David Banks and their brother, former MTA official Terence Banks. Reportedly, investigators are looking into whether David Banks and Phil Banks helped steer city contracts to their brother Terence Banks’ consulting firm and if Terence Banks was working as an unregistered lobbyist.

In a rare turn of events, the White House condemned an attack on free speech. The White House issued a rebuke against Brazil for not allowing the country’s residents to access Elon Musk’s X platform. “The White House issued a rare rebuke of Brazil Tuesday for banning the country’s residents from accessing X in a free-speech struggle with the platform’s billionaire owner Elon Musk,” journalist Michael Shellenberger wrote. “The White House issued a rare rebuke of Brazil Tuesday for banning the country’s residents from accessing X in a free-speech struggle with the platform’s billionaire owner Elon Musk.” Finally! pic.twitter.com/jpVlourkoh — Michael Shellenberger (@shellenberger) September 18, 2024 “When it comes to social media, we have been very clear that we think that folks should have access to social media. It’s a form of freedom of speech,” White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said, according to the New York Post. The outlet said her remarks came in response to a question from reporter Raquel Krähenbühl of Brazil’s TV Globo. BREAKING: White House condemns Brazil for banning ? in free-speech fight with Elon Musk. "When it comes to social media, we have been very clear that folks should have access to social media. It’s a form of freedom of speech” White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said. pic.twitter.com/ZzdGv8y36J — DogeDesigner (@cb_doge) September 18, 2024 From the New York Post: Brazil blocked the country’s more than 200 million residents from using X on Aug. 30 after Alexandre de Moraes, a powerful member of the country’s supreme court, demanded the censorship of a large number of accounts featuring alleged hate speech or misinformation. Musk refused, describing the diktat as anti-democratic and calling the judge a repressive “dictator” and “Brazil’s Darth Vader.” X pulled the company’s reps out of Brazil when de Moraes threatened to arrest them for not censoring the list of users ahead of the blanket ban. “Social media is not a no man’s land!” de Moraes wrote in an April ruling as his fight with Musk escalated. Ordinary Brazilians can still access X using VPN providers, but they can be fined for doing so under de Moraes’ policies. “Also today, members of Congress introduced anti-censorship legislation aimed at Brazil,” Shellenberger said. Also today, members of Congress introduced anti-censorship legislation aimed at Brazil. LFG!!! https://t.co/oPVQ3yG8tM — Michael Shellenberger (@shellenberger) September 18, 2024 “Unexpected, but appreciated,” Elon Musk said in response to the report. Unexpected, but appreciated https://t.co/9uEwTgLjbh — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) September 18, 2024 “Brazil seized 18.35 million reais ($3.3 million) from the bank accounts of Elon Musk’s X and Starlink to pay for ‘fines’ imposed by the country’s Supreme Court,” 100 Percent Fed Up noted. Brazil Seizes Over $3 Million From Elon Musk-Owned Companies

Tupperware, known for its line of plastic containers for food storage and preparation, has filed for bankruptcy. “Tupperware Brands Corporation, an iconic global brand, today announced that the Company and certain of its subsidiaries have voluntarily initiated Chapter 11 proceedings in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware,” the company announced in a press release. “Tupperware will seek Court approval to continue operating during the proceedings and remains focused on providing its customers with its award-winning, innovative products through Tupperware sales consultants, retail partners and online. The Company will also seek Court approval to facilitate a sale process for the business in order to protect its iconic brand and further advance Tupperware’s transformation into a digital-first, technology-led company,” it continued. Tupperware has filed for bankruptcy. pic.twitter.com/kVJyZhy7EM — Pop Base (@PopBase) September 18, 2024 “Whether you are a dedicated member of our Tupperware team, sell, cook with, or simply love our Tupperware products, you are a part of our Tupperware family. We plan to continue serving our valued customers with the high-quality products they love and trust throughout this process,” Laurie Ann Goldman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Tupperware, said. “Over the last several years, the Company’s financial position has been severely impacted by the challenging macroeconomic environment. As a result, we explored numerous strategic options and determined this is the best path forward. This process is meant to provide us with essential flexibility as we pursue strategic alternatives to support our transformation into a digital-first, technology-led company better positioned to serve our stakeholders,” Goldman added. Tupperware files for bankruptcy after struggle to compete with copycats The 78-year-old company became a household name in the 1950s and ‘60s, but its patent only lasted for 20 years Read more https://t.co/sZeep5tR1T pic.twitter.com/DQC9oTU9Ku — The Telegraph (@Telegraph) September 18, 2024 Per CNN: Tupperware has historically sold to consumers only through so-called direct sales, most commonly at “Tupperware parties,” similar to cosmetic company Avon’s business model, and only began selling in Target in 2022. The 78-year-old brand empowered women to enter the sales business. “The party is over for Tupperware,” Susannah Streeter, head of money and markets at UK investment platform Hargreaves Lansdown, said in a note. “There is still a chance a buyer for the business can be found but, with plastic seen as far from fantastic among eco-aware consumers, revitalizing the brand will be an uphill struggle.” Even though the brand was once a household name, it became less popular with younger consumers, in contrast with some of its competitors. Tupperware rang the alarm bells in April 2023 when it disclosed in a regulatory filing that it could go out of business. The Florida-based company said at the time that, if it didn’t find more cash, it would no longer be able to fund its operations. Food storage brand Tupperware filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection this week. The company says its focus on direct sales, once a core strength, eventually became a weakness. https://t.co/Bk6PnLsARo — Fast Company (@FastCompany) September 18, 2024 Tupperware files for bankruptcy in US and hunts for new owners https://t.co/aYULJVSgy8 — Guardian Money (@guardianmoney) September 18, 2024 Newsweek reports: Tupperware’s troubles have not gone unnoticed by industry observers. Last year, the company sought additional financing to keep afloat, warning investors that it risked being delisted from the New York Stock Exchange. The warning proved prophetic—Tupperware’s stock has plummeted 75% this year, closing at around 50 cents per share on Tuesday, a sharp contrast to its former standing as an international powerhouse. Despite the challenges, Tupperware remains committed to keeping the business alive. The company stated its intention to restructure and find a potential buyer to help it navigate through the bankruptcy process.

O’Reilly calls out far left politicians and pundits who routinely call Donald Trump a “dictator.”

New legislation was passed in Georgia, SB 189 & SB 202. This separates the election board from the Secretary of State, but how will it affect the 2024 presidential election?

A flight attendant has died on board a domestic flight in Italy.

Florida GOP Representative Anna Paulina Luna announced that her office received a “very serious shooting threat” on Wednesday.

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and police officials touted the readiness of the county for Wednesday’s Trump rally at the Nassau Coliseum on the heels of an apparent assassination attempt at one of the former president’s golf courses on Sunday. Blakeman is terrific, and he will do a much better job than the Secret Service. I was going […] The post Trump Rally on LI: Fake Bomb Threat & Thousands on Line appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.