Donald Trump appointed Dr. Kevin Hassett as the Director of the White House Economic Council. Hassett was key in passing Trump’s signature Tax Cuts and Jobs Act in his first term. He will work closely with Scott Bessent, the new Treasury Secretary. “Together, we will renew and improve our record Tax Cuts and ensure that […] The post President Trump Nominates Kevin Hassett as Director of the NEC appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.

When Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton met, they were both amid their respective divorces from Gavin Rossdale and Miranda Lambert. As much as they tried to fight it, the attraction was palpable, and the pair was drawn together. Gwen opened up to People about meeting Blake and telling him she didn’t want a relationship. “We had just met, and it was chaos. Both of our lives were in complete turmoil, all over the ground. Nothing could save us at that point,” Gwen said. “There was a point where I was like, ‘I can’t even talk to you. This is insane. I already have enough problems. This is not happening anymore. We’re not going to text or nothing.'” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gwen Stefani (@gwenstefani) But Blake Shelton Wasn’t About To Let Gwen Stefani Go It seems he knew exactly how to snag the love of his life and began writing a song. “I think he really wanted to impress me because he doesn’t really write songs as much as he used to. And I love writing songs. That’s everything to me. If I want to feel like I have any kind of purpose or any kind of value or anything, it’s about writing a song. That’s where I get my fulfillment,” Gwen told People. Blake played it smoothly and asked her for help. “He sent it to me, and it was a half-written song. He was like, ‘Help me finish this.’ So I wrote him the verse back — the second verse on the song — and it’s just over text,” she says. “That was our first song that we ever wrote together. We were never even in the same room, but we were writing a song to each other.” That song became Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani’s first duet, Go Ahead and Break My Heart. Gwen told People, “Something that I wanted since I was a little girl is to be married and have this love that I saw my parents have and have babies. That dream was completely ruined; it was crushed, and I had to figure out how I was going to move forward and make a new dream,” she says, “and God putting Blake in my life was just that miracle.” This story’s featured image is by Tinseltown via Shutterstock. The post Gwen Stefani Told Blake Shelton “This Is Not Happening” Before They Began Dating appeared first on InspireMore.

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A kitten began "roaring" for affection when a kind person let him in, excited for what was to come. TobyLaila D'SouzaJust when Laila D'Souza was about to take a break from animal rescuing, a message came in about a tiny four-week-old kitten in need of help.A resident spotted the kitten lingering outside their apartment building, all alone. After looking into it, they discovered he'd been abandoned by a neighbor who no longer wanted him. Laila couldn't bear to leave the kitten to fend for himself, so she welcomed him into her care."He went from meowing frantically to purring nonstop once he knew he was safe," Laila told Love Meow. He was found alone outside an apartment buildingLaila D'SouzaDuring the ride to his foster home, Toby (the kitten) never had a quiet moment, screaming at the top of his lungs from the carrier. But his demeanor swiftly changed as soon as Laila brought him into his new room, complete with everything he needed to feel at home.After exploring his new digs, Toby made a beeline for his foster mom while revving his purr engine on high. Toby arrived at his foster homeLaila D'SouzaLaila began treating Toby's stomach issues, which had been troubling him. He was underweight, though it was hard to tell under his fluffy coat. With medication, he regained his appetite and strength, devouring his food as he tried to make up for lost meals.Toby put on some much-needed weight and was finally on the mend. He was cleaned up and treated for some stomach troublesLaila D'SouzaIt didn't take long for his personality to shine through. Having lived alone outside, he craved closeness with his people, determined never to be alone again. "He loves all the attention he can get.""Now, whenever he sees me from a distance, he starts purring. He's such an affectionate, playful kitten." Toby makes a beeline for his foster mom whenever she enters the roomLaila D'SouzaAlready a love bug, Toby likes to rest his paws on Laila's leg and gaze up at her with wide-eyed wonder. He watches and listens intently, never loosening his grip, as if to ensure Laila isn't going anywhere.He is always up for anything and never complains when his foster mom gives him additional care. He clings to his foster mom with both front pawsLaila D'SouzaFor the first two weeks, Laila lavished attention on Toby, reassuring him he was loved. Now that he's feeling much better, a gentle canine companion is eagerly waiting to meet him. "I'm so excited to introduce him to my dog, Leya."Toby clings to his foster mom, eventually dozing off with his paws still on her knee. He falls asleep still with his paws on his foster momLaila D'SouzaToby may be tiny, but he has a big voice and isn't afraid to use it. He cries out whenever Laila enters the room, demanding her immediate attention. With his expressive personality, he looks like a little animated character.While he screams for his foster mom, his purr motor never stops rumbling. Toby "roars" for affectionLaila D'SouzaToby has a lot to say. See on Instagram After more than two weeks of excellent care, Toby's stomach issues have subsided. With his health back, his energy levels are soaring. He's still a small boy but has the spirit of a lion. Laila D'SouzaThanks to the timely rescue, Toby has found a second chance at life. Now, he enjoys endless food, soft blankets for snuggling, and warm laps to curl up in. Happy and lovedLaila D'SouzaShare this story with your friends. More on Toby and Laila's rescues on Instagram@rescueforwinston.Related story: Person Went to Visit Animal Shelter But Ended Up Bringing Home Two Cat Sisters in Their Golden Years

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The Democratic Party released on Tuesday a brief and bizarre video from Vice President Kamala Harris weeks after the devastating losses on Election Day. 'Don't let anybody or any circumstance take your power from you.' Harris tried to encourage her supporters, who were likely distraught after she lost the election and Democrats lost control of the U.S. Senate while Republicans retained control of the U.S. House. "I just have to remind you: Don't you ever let anybody take your power from you," said Harris in the video. "You have the same power that you did before November 5. And you have the same purpose that you did. And you have the same ability to engage and inspire," she continued. "So don't let anybody or any circumstance take your power from you."The video was posted to the Democrats' official social media account and garnered nearly a million views in just two hours. Critics of the vice president said she sounded inebriated in the video and ridiculed her statement. "Kamala Harris has released her first video since the election and she sounds like a drunk girl hyping me up in the women’s restroom," replied influencer Tiffany Fong. "Trump literally broke Kamala Harris She looks exhausted, cooked and possibly drunk again She looks like a mess," responded commentator Drew Hernandez. "She is one of the worst communicators ever. I can’t think of anyone less inspiring than Kamala Harris," read another comment. "This is the drunk lady that sits next to you at the bar at 1 AM and starts talking like this. Get out of there quick," joked one user. "The joy clearly is gone, so a leathered Kamala has switched to ‘power,'" said another user.Democrats have been fighting over who is the most to blame for the election failures. Also on Tuesday, Harris campaign advisor David Plouffe admitted that internal polling never showed Harris ahead of Trump, and they were hoping for a jump in support on Election Day. Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!