The New York City Police Department arrested state Assemblyman Eddie Gibbs on Thursday and took him into custody. Gibbs allegedly interfered with police as they pulled over his brother’s vehicle in Manhattan. “The NYPD’s Strategic Response Group stopped the Harlem Democrat’s sibling as he drove in East Harlem around 1:30 p.m.,” the New York Post reports. Harlem Assemblyman Eddie Gibbs taken into custody by NYPD: sources https://t.co/Lpe2jP8sAt pic.twitter.com/6LKW1EfAm3 — New York Post Metro (@nypmetro) October 3, 2024 Gibbs, a legislative ally of New York City Mayor Eric Adams, is the first formerly incarcerated New York Assembly member. From the New York Post: It’s not the first time Gibbs was caught in legal trouble. He dealt crack cocaine in the late 80s before he was locked up on murder charges. Gibbs spent a year in Rikers before working out a plea deal to reduce his charges to manslaughter for a shooting he claimed was in self-defense while his home was getting robbed. In 2022, he became the first person elected to the state legislature who had served time in prison. Gibbs was recently accused of illegally firing a former employee as he battled a health crisis that resulted in him losing his leg. Ex-staffer Keith Lily alleged in a June lawsuit that Gibbs axed him while he was in a hospital for several weeks. The East Harlem pol is closely allied with embattled Mayor Eric Adams and Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie. NY State Assemblymen Eddie Gibbs, friend of Mayor Eric Adams, had a sense of entitlement today which is called Obstructing Justice. He believes the NYPD should treat his brother DIFFERENTLY than every NYC citizen, some who actually voted for him, interfering with the law. pic.twitter.com/GIXtZOt2h0 — TheSalGreco (@TheSalGreco) October 3, 2024 BREAKING — Harlem Assemblyman Eddie Gibbs taken into NYPD custody: sources https://t.co/HCmA48oX4u pic.twitter.com/bnu8qt3krD — 1010 WINS (@1010WINS) October 3, 2024 POLITICO reports: Two people who spoke with sources inside the NYPD said Gibbs’ brother was pulled over for having an unregistered vehicle. The Assemblymember was in the car at the time and got into a heated conversation with the cops, who arrested him and gave him a summons. Nearly a dozen police cars responded to the incident on Lexington Avenue, just outside the James Weldon Johnson Community Center, according to Frederick Thomas, a security guard with the New York City Housing Authority. Cops from the Strategic Response Group patted down Gibbs, put him in handcuffs and drove him away from the scene. Three other eyewitnesses confirmed Gibbs’ arrest to POLITICO. It was first reported by the New York Post. It was not immediately clear if Gibbs was charged with a crime. Calls to his phone and his office were not returned, and an NYPD spokesperson said they did not have any information on the incident. Gibbs’ district office was closed Thursday. The Manhattan District Attorney’s office did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

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At least 45 container vessels were anchored outside U.S. ports on Thursday as a massive strike by dockworkers stretching from Maine all the way to Texas entered its third day. 

As the death toll rises from Hurricane Helene, devastating Americans in affected regions, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas told reporters that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)  “does not have the funds” to make it through the hurricane season after funding has been drained to accommodate the massive influx of illegal immigrants.

Kamala Harris’s visit to Arizona has sparked significant debate over the U.S. border policies and the pressing issue of human trafficking. Former President Donald Trump has been very critical of Harris for the way she’s managed illegal border crossing. There’s been reportedly an uprise in human trafficking affecting over a million people. Kamala plans to change her administration’s image regarding immigration. At a Glance Harris advocates for tighter asylum rules and bipartisanship at the U.S.-Mexico border. Critics link Biden’s policy changes to a surge in human trafficking. Emphasis on using technology and increasing border security. Calls for bipartisan funding to support border agents. Border Policies Under Scrutiny Vice President Kamala Harris’s recent visit to the U.S.-Mexico border in Arizona aimed to support more stringent asylum measures and bolster border security. Harris advocates for policies to lower unlawful crossings and is linked to a broader call for bipartisan support. This visit comes amid criticism from Republican opponents, including Donald Trump, who have emphasized Harris’s role in reversing previous border security measures. The advocacy for tighter asylum restrictions aligns with Biden’s approach to reducing unlawful border crossings, which reportedly decreased by over 50% due to recent executive actions. However, her stance received criticism linking policy shifts to rises in human trafficking, impacting around 1.1 million individuals. Harris’s proposals revolve around resuscitating bipartisan cooperation and increasing funding to better equip border patrols against trafficking threats. As Attorney General of California, I prosecuted transnational criminal organizations that trafficked guns, drugs, and human beings. I know the importance of safety and security, especially at our border. Today, I visited the U.S.-Mexico border and spoke with Customs and Border… pic.twitter.com/tM310fcwrA — Vice President Kamala Harris (@VP) September 28, 2024 The Human Trafficking Crisis The rising human trafficking concerns triggered by recent border policy changes have become a focal point of discussion. Experts argue the necessity of comprehensive measures to dismantle trafficking networks that exploit border insecurities. House Committee Chairman Mark Green aligns with this concern, equating policy changes with increased vulnerability among illegal immigrants. “Stopping transnational criminal organizations and strengthening our border is not new to me, and it is a long-standing priority of mine. I have done that work, and I will continue to treat it as a priority when I am elected president of the United States,” Harris said. Harris resurfaced her experience tackling related crimes as California’s attorney general. She proposed strategies including increasing border personnel, implementing new technologies, addressing fentanyl trafficking through enhanced detection, and pressuring China to curb the supply of precursor materials. Kamala Harris says she fought against the cartel that traffics in human beings. Recently we learned 320K unaccompanied minors at the border were lost to human trafficking by Kamala.pic.twitter.com/XQtSY134N0 — Paul A. Szypula (@Bubblebathgirl) August 23, 2024 Rebranding and Political Stakes Amidst operational challenges and escalating border concerns, Harris’s visit also served as a strategic effort to rebrand her administration’s image. She emphasized bipartisan solutions juxtaposed with a need for a comprehensive overhaul of the immigration system. Her plans go beyond current policy, proposing stricter asylum rules and pathways to citizenship for DACA recipients and farm workers. “We do have a broken immigration system,” Harris declared in an interview. “And it needs to be fixed.” This strategy aims to address arguments from critics like Trump, who accuses the administration of playing politics over border policies. As immigration looms as a central voter concern in battleground states like Arizona, Harris’ visit underscores the political high stakes as the Biden administration grapples with border challenges amid a climate of scrutiny and changing public opinion. The post Kamala Harris’s Arizona Trip Raises Questions on Border and Trafficking Issues appeared first on The Conservative Brief.

Although Kate Middleton finished her personal chemotherapy treatment she is not done battling cancer. Furthermore, she is not finished helping others who are suffering from the terrifying illness. As the princess regains her strength, she is slowly stepping back into the spotlight. And in doing so, she is helping make dreams come true. Kate Middleton and her husband, Prince William, helped a young girl battling cancer complete an epic item on her bucket list. Kate Middleton Makes Bucket List Dreams Come True View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Prince and Princess of Wales (@princeandprincessofwales) PEOPLE shared that “On October 2, Princess Kate and Prince William’s team revealed that the couple met with Liz, a 16-year-old aspiring photographer from Harrogate, England.” Unfortunately, Liz is suffering from a rare and aggressive form of cancer. The 16-year-old was diagnosed with “desmoplastic small round cell tumor.” She was only given between six months and three years to live. One thing that Liz expressed interest in was photography, and Kate and William could help. Additionally, the investitures was very high on her bucket list of places to photograph. Upon hearing that, Kate Middleton and Prince William wasted no time helping. The Prince and Princess shared photos of the special moment on their social media. The caption of the post read, “A pleasure to meet with Liz at Windsor today. A talented young photographer whose creativity and strength has inspired us both. Thank you for sharing your photos and story with us. W&C.” Making Dreams Come True View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Prince and Princess of Wales (@princeandprincessofwales) Although Kate Middleton and Prince William have many royal duties to attend to, they made time to make Liz’s bucket list dreams come true. In the first photo shared on social media, Kate can be seen in a tight embrace with Liz. In the second, Kate and William stand alongside Liz and her family. Everyone is all smiles during the special occasion. The Prince and Princess also shared some of the incredible shots that Liz got from the ceremony. The caption reads, “Congratulations to everyone who received honors at Windsor today! It was a pleasure to have @lizhatton_photography helping us to capture these special moments.” The internet is loving both of the posts and the kindness that the royal couple has extended, particularly when it is during a challenging time for them. Internet Shares In The Joy In the carousel of Liz’s photos, one user wrote, “Love the credit to the photographer ?? Congrats to all deserving recipients!” Another added, “Beautiful pictures congratulations to everyone honored today .” Liz herself also commented on the post. She wrote, “It was my absolute pleasure to meet everyone and take photos today at Windsor, it was a great honour and was essentially a dream come true, so I truly hope to be a part of any and all future events! xx .” On the post that showed her hugging Kate Middleton, the comments were just as kind and supportive. One user wrote, “Well done, Liz. Wonderful to see the Princess of Wales together with Prince William again. .” Another added, “Liz is such a young talented girl . Sending strength to her and her family . We missed you so much Catherine ?.” It is clear that fans are ecstatic to have their princess back and everyone was happy that Liz had her bucket list moment. The source of the featured image is here. The post Kate Middleton Helps Teen With Cancer Fulfill “Bucket List” In Emotional Photos appeared first on InspireMore.

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