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The wheels are coming off the socialist bus.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is tapping the brakes on Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s $700 million plan for free city buses, casting early doubt on one of the far-left lawmaker’s biggest campaign promises, The New York Post reported.
Speaking at the SOMOS political retreat in Puerto Rico on Saturday, Hochul said she’s already spent heavily to support the city’s struggling MTA and questioned how much further the state could go.
“I continue to be excited at the work of making the slowest buses in America fast and free,” Mamdani said Monday during an unrelated press conference. “And I appreciate the governor’s continued partnership in delivering on that agenda of affordability.”
But Hochul’s comments in San Juan marked the latest break between the moderate Democratic governor and Mamdani, the Democratic socialist she endorsed just two months ago.
Hochul happily rode Mamdani’s coattails during the campaign as he energized progressives with promises of affordability and social programs, but she has shown far less enthusiasm for actually paying for them.
The governor has rejected several of Mamdani’s cornerstone ideas, including proposals to raise taxes on wealthy New Yorkers to fund $10 billion in new benefits like free child care and fareless transit.
Her caution could create a serious roadblock for the incoming mayor, whose ambitious plans rely on support from Albany to move forward.
The top two Democratic leaders in the state Legislature — Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins — have signaled more willingness to help Mamdani pursue his agenda.
That divide leaves Hochul increasingly isolated from the party’s energized left flank, which has been openly pressuring her to embrace higher taxes on the rich.
During recent public appearances, activists have twice interrupted the governor with chants of “Tax the rich,” drawing a sharp rebuke.
“The more you push me, the more I’m not going to do what you want,” Hochul told the SOMOS crowd in response.
Still, Hochul did not fully reject Mamdani’s wish list.
She said she’s open to working with him on expanding free child care, though she made clear it would be an expensive and long-term goal.
“We’ll be on a path to get there, because I’m committed to this as ‘mom governor’ — I get it,” Hochul said.
“But also to do it statewide, right now, it’s about $15 billion — the entire amount of my reserves.”
The cautious tone was a reality check for Mamdani, who has portrayed himself as the champion of “everyday New Yorkers” and promised to make the city more affordable through massive new public spending.
Hochul’s remarks also came as she continues her own political maneuvering ahead of a likely 2026 re-election bid.
After the SOMOS conference, she flew to the Dominican Republic to attend a breakfast celebrating cross-cultural exchange — an event seen as an appeal to one of New York’s largest and most influential immigrant voting blocs.
Hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers trace family roots to the Dominican Republic, making the outreach a politically savvy move for a governor seeking to rebuild her base while keeping the party’s left wing at arm’s length.
Whether Hochul and Mamdani can maintain their uneasy alliance may determine not only the future of free buses and child care, but also the balance of power within the New York Democratic Party.
In today’s fast-paced world, many people are unknowingly neglecting a crucial aspect of their health: their vitamin intake. Vitamins are essential for the body’s growth, immune function, metabolism, and overall well-being. They are required in small amounts but play significant roles in maintaining vital functions, from bone health to energy production.
However, when we fail to meet our body’s daily vitamin requirements, deficiencies can occur. While some of these deficiencies may show mild symptoms at first, long-term neglect can have profound and sometimes irreversible effects on overall health. Ignoring vitamin deficiencies, especially over an extended period, can lead to a variety of chronic health issues that can drastically affect one’s quality of life.
In this article, we’ll explore the dangers of ignoring vitamin deficiencies, highlighting the role of vitamins in long-term health and how deficiencies can impact various bodily functions. Additionally, we’ll examine how to recognize the signs of vitamin deficiencies and why it’s crucial to address them before they cause permanent damage.
Vitamins are organic compounds that are necessary for the proper functioning of the body. Unlike carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, vitamins don’t provide energy, but they are vital in many biochemical reactions that are essential for growth, metabolism, and immune defense.
There are two main categories of vitamins:
Each vitamin has a specific role in the body, and a deficiency in any one of them can lead to serious health complications.
Vitamins such as vitamin C, vitamin D, and vitamin A are crucial for maintaining a healthy immune system. These vitamins play a role in the production of white blood cells, which are the body’s primary defense mechanism against infections. They also help modulate the inflammatory response and maintain the integrity of skin and mucosal barriers, which act as the first line of defense against pathogens.
Calcium and vitamin D are two essential nutrients for bone health. Vitamin D aids in the absorption of calcium, and together, they maintain strong bones and prevent conditions like osteoporosis and rickets.
Certain vitamins, particularly vitamins C, E, and the B-complex group, play a role in maintaining healthy blood vessels, regulating blood pressure, and reducing inflammation. Vitamin K is also crucial for blood clotting and heart health.
B vitamins, particularly B12 and folate, are essential for proper nerve function and cognitive health. Vitamin B12 is crucial for the production of myelin, a substance that insulates nerves, ensuring efficient signal transmission. Folate, on the other hand, is necessary for DNA synthesis and repair.
Blake Shelton had quite a night! After wrapping his final episode of NBC’s The Voice on Tuesday, the longtime coach was feted with an epic after-party and a big surprise.
An eyewitness tells ET that Gwen Stefani surprised her husband by making an appearance and giving him a kiss at the show’s season 23 wrap party. The “Sweet Escape” singer wasn’t able to attend the live taping due to a prior commitment out of town, but arrived just in time to share some of the celebratory night with Shelton.
The couple socialized with friends and Voice crew members before Stefani led Shelton to the dance floor around midnight. The two danced to Beyonce before the DJ sent the crowd into a frenzy by playing No Doubt’s “Just a Girl.”
Meanwhile, Shelton’s fellow Voice coaches also enjoyed the party, with Kelly Clarkson spending most of her time on the dance floor, while Chance the Rapper and Niall Horan chatted.
Newly-minted champ Horan had reason to celebrate, as his Team Niall singer, Gina Miles, beat out Team Blake’s Grace West in what host Carson Daly said was the smallest margin of victory in Voice history.
Before the party ended around 12:15 a.m. PT, Horan did bust out some moves on the dance floor alongside friends and Miles.
The soiree comes just after Stefani surprised Shelton with an intimate dinner on Monday night, enjoying chips, salsa and margaritas with friends, including The Voice host Daly, at Casa Vega in Los Angeles, California. She documented the evening on social media, calling Shelton a “jerk” because “he thinks that I’m having some big party for him tomorrow and I’m not.”
Stefani did make a pre-taped appearance on Tuesday’s broadcast, singing her husband’s praises. In his 23-season tenure on the show, spanning 12 years, Shelton has delivered a record-setting nine wins. He and Stefani also famously met and fell in love while working together as coaches on the series, eventually marrying in 2021.
“Who would have thought that this Orange County girl and this country guy from Oklahoma would find each other on the set of The Voice,” Stefani marveled, sharing how meeting and falling in love with Shelton changed her life.
“When I first came on the show, our lives were having this parallel destruction happening,” she added, referring to their separate divorces, “and then next thing you know, Blake and I start becoming besties, and falling in love.”
Stefani even teared up, as she shared what it means to her “to find my soulmate.”
“It’s hard for me to even talk about it without getting super emotional,” she shared.
And she couldn’t help but give a proud message, noting, “The Voice is gonna go on, but Blake’s legacy will be there forever.”
Stefani’s message left Shelton grinning ear to ear and he shared with host Daly that he and Stefani were just as surprised by their love story as everyone else.
“At least once a week, we stop and go, ‘Can you believe that happened?’” he said with a laugh. “It’s been the greatest thing that’s ever happened to me in my life.”
The “Shefani” family won’t be away from The Voice stage for too long, as Stefani will be returning as a coach for season 24, leaving open the possibility of Shelton returning as a celebrity advisor for his wife’s team — something he previously told ET he wasn’t ruling out.
“Oh my god, I’d be honored to be Gwen’s mentor,” Shelton said after the couple’s last season together last fall. “Whatever she tells me to do, I’m gonna do.”
But in a video posted to Stefani’s Instagram Story on Tuesday, Shelton jokingly told her, “I’m going to The Voice for the last time. Don’t be asking me to be your mentor. I’m not going.”
ET spoke with Shelton ahead of last week’s live semifinal show, where he opened up about making the decision to leave the competition.
“I’m excited. I’m in a good place about this, you know? I don’t have any regrets about it,” he shared. “I’m definitely going to miss it at times, but it’s time.”
Ahead of Monday’s finale performances, Shelton shared what he’s looking forward to most about his newfound free time — which mostly involves plans to relax with Stefani, her three sons and the rest of his family.
“I want to finally have the opportunity to say yes to more stuff in my personal life,” he shared, “and not say, ‘Let me check,’ or just flat-out no.”
The Voice will return this fall for season 24.
Tyler Robinson, 22, who authorities say espoused leftist views and was in a relationship with a transgender partner, has been charged with aggravated murder and other offenses in the killing of Charlie Kirk, a father of two, at Utah Valley University.
The zinger — delivered after Omar’s string of vicious tirades against slain Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk — drew laughs and applause from Vice President JD Vance, FBI Director Kash Patel, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, and other top officials who clearly enjoyed the shot, the New York Post reported. [Read More]
One day after Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at an outdoor speaking event in Utah on Sept. 10, Omar criticized the widespread tributes to Kirk and denounced what she described as his “hateful rhetoric.”
“There are a lot of people who are talking about him just wanting to have a civil debate,” Omar told the progressive outlet Zeteo. “These people are full of s— and it’s important for us to call them out while we feel anger and sadness.”
She later posted a separate video on X criticizing Democrats and celebrities for “normalizing Kirk,” calling the Trump ally a “reprehensible human being” and a “stochastic terrorist.”
Omar reiterated her criticism during an appearance on CNN. “I’m not going to sit here and be judged for not wanting to honor any legacy this man has left behind, that should be in the dustbin of history, and we should hopefully move on and forget the hate that he spewed every day,” she complained.
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) introduced a measure to censure Omar, accusing her of “celebrating murder,” but the resolution was narrowly defeated last week after four House Republicans joined Democrats in opposition.
It failed 214–213, preventing the measure from reaching a full House vote. Reps. Mike Flood of Nebraska, Tom McClintock of California, Jeff Hurd of Colorado, and Cory Mills of Florida — joined Democrats in supporting the move.
In a statement to Explain America’s Carmine Sabia, Mace ripped Omar over her remarks. “If you’re Somalia first, you’re not America first, and a one-way ticket to Somalia is the nicest thing we could do,” she said.
Earlier, in a response to Omar, Mace posted on the X platform: “If you celebrate murder, maybe Somalia can take you back.”
In a statement to Fox News Digital, Mace said Omar mocked the assassination of Kirk, who was a husband and father of two.
“Now she’s lashing out because we called her out. What’s not ‘well’ is celebrating political violence,” Mace said. “What’s not ‘smart’ is defending it. Omar should be ashamed of herself. Omar can throw insults all day, but it won’t save her from accountability. She crossed the line, and we’re not letting her get away with it. Go back to Somalia.”
Pro golfer Phil Mickelson also criticized Omar for her remarks about Kirk, saying she should be “sent back” to her native East African country.
“Ilhan spews hate every time she opens her mouth, she came here fraudulently and will hopefully be sent back to Somalia soon,” the LIV Tour golfer wrote on X. The three-time Masters champ’s remarks were in response to a video of the left-wing politician calling Kirk “Dr. Frankenstein” and saying he “was killed by his monster.”
Tyler Robinson, 22, who authorities say espoused leftist views and was in a relationship with a transgender partner, has been charged with aggravated murder and other offenses in the killing of Charlie Kirk, a father of two, at Utah Valley University.
President Trump took a jab Thursday at Rep. Ilhan Omar, saying he told Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to “take back” the left-wing Democrat after she spewed what he called vile remarks about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
The zinger — delivered after Omar’s string of vicious tirades against slain Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk — drew laughs and applause from Vice President JD Vance, FBI Director Kash Patel, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, and other top officials who clearly enjoyed the shot, the New York Post reported.
One day after Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at an outdoor speaking event in Utah on Sept. 10, Omar criticized the widespread tributes to Kirk and denounced what she described as his “hateful rhetoric.”
“There are a lot of people who are talking about him just wanting to have a civil debate,” Omar told the progressive outlet Zeteo. “These people are full of s— and it’s important for us to call them out while we feel anger and sadness.”
She later posted a separate video on X criticizing Democrats and celebrities for “normalizing Kirk,” calling the Trump ally a “reprehensible human being” and a “stochastic terrorist.”
Omar reiterated her criticism during an appearance on CNN. “I’m not going to sit here and be judged for not wanting to honor any legacy this man has left behind, that should be in the dustbin of history, and we should hopefully move on and forget the hate that he spewed every day,” she complained.
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) introduced a measure to censure Omar, accusing her of “celebrating murder,” but the resolution was narrowly defeated last week after four House Republicans joined Democrats in opposition.
It failed 214–213, preventing the measure from reaching a full House vote. Reps. Mike Flood of Nebraska, Tom McClintock of California, Jeff Hurd of Colorado, and Cory Mills of Florida — joined Democrats in supporting the move.
In a statement to Explain America’s Carmine Sabia, Mace ripped Omar over her remarks. “If you’re Somalia first, you’re not America first, and a one-way ticket to Somalia is the nicest thing we could do,” she said.
Earlier, in a response to Omar, Mace posted on the X platform: “If you celebrate murder, maybe Somalia can take you back.”
In a statement to Fox News Digital, Mace said Omar mocked the assassination of Kirk, who was a husband and father of two.
“Now she’s lashing out because we called her out. What’s not ‘well’ is celebrating political violence,” Mace said. “What’s not ‘smart’ is defending it. Omar should be ashamed of herself. Omar can throw insults all day, but it won’t save her from accountability. She crossed the line, and we’re not letting her get away with it. Go back to Somalia.”
Pro golfer Phil Mickelson also criticized Omar for her remarks about Kirk, saying she should be “sent back” to her native East African country.
“Ilhan spews hate every time she opens her mouth, she came here fraudulently and will hopefully be sent back to Somalia soon,” the LIV Tour golfer wrote on X. The three-time Masters champ’s remarks were in response to a video of the left-wing politician calling Kirk “Dr. Frankenstein” and saying he “was killed by his monster.”
Tyler Robinson, 22, who authorities say espoused leftist views and was in a relationship with a transgender partner, has been charged with aggravated murder and other offenses in the killing of Charlie Kirk, a father of two, at Utah Valley University.
President Trump took a jab Thursday at Rep. Ilhan Omar, saying he told Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to “take back” the left-wing Democrat after she spewed what he called vile remarks about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
I met the head of Somalia, did you know that?” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office. “And I suggested that maybe he’d like to take her back. And he said, ‘I don’t want her.’”
The zinger — delivered after Omar’s string of vicious tirades against slain Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk — drew laughs and applause from Vice President JD Vance, FBI Director Kash Patel, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, and other top officials who clearly enjoyed the shot, the New York Post reported.
One day after Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at an outdoor speaking event in Utah on Sept. 10, Omar criticized the widespread tributes to Kirk and denounced what she described as his “hateful rhetoric.”
“There are a lot of people who are talking about him just wanting to have a civil debate,” Omar told the progressive outlet Zeteo. “These people are full of s— and it’s important for us to call them out while we feel anger and sadness.”
She later posted a separate video on X criticizing Democrats and celebrities for “normalizing Kirk,” calling the Trump ally a “reprehensible human being” and a “stochastic terrorist.”
Omar reiterated her criticism during an appearance on CNN. “I’m not going to sit here and be judged for not wanting to honor any legacy this man has left behind, that should be in the dustbin of history, and we should hopefully move on and forget the hate that he spewed every day,” she complained.
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) introduced a measure to censure Omar, accusing her of “celebrating murder,” but the resolution was narrowly defeated last week after four House Republicans joined Democrats in opposition.
It failed 214–213, preventing the measure from reaching a full House vote. Reps. Mike Flood of Nebraska, Tom McClintock of California, Jeff Hurd of Colorado, and Cory Mills of Florida — joined Democrats in supporting the move.
In a statement to Explain America’s Carmine Sabia, Mace ripped Omar over her remarks. “If you’re Somalia first, you’re not America first, and a one-way ticket to Somalia is the nicest thing we could do,” she said.
Earlier, in a response to Omar, Mace posted on the X platform: “If you celebrate murder, maybe Somalia can take you back.”
In a statement to Fox News Digital, Mace said Omar mocked the assassination of Kirk, who was a husband and father of two.
“Now she’s lashing out because we called her out. What’s not ‘well’ is celebrating political violence,” Mace said. “What’s not ‘smart’ is defending it. Omar should be ashamed of herself. Omar can throw insults all day, but it won’t save her from accountability. She crossed the line, and we’re not letting her get away with it. Go back to Somalia.”
Pro golfer Phil Mickelson also criticized Omar for her remarks about Kirk, saying she should be “sent back” to her native East African country.
“Ilhan spews hate every time she opens her mouth, she came here fraudulently and will hopefully be sent back to Somalia soon,” the LIV Tour golfer wrote on X. The three-time Masters champ’s remarks were in response to a video of the left-wing politician calling Kirk “Dr. Frankenstein” and saying he “was killed by his monster.”
Tyler Robinson, 22, who authorities say espoused leftist views and was in a relationship with a transgender partner, has been charged with aggravated murder and other offenses in the killing of Charlie Kirk, a father of two, at Utah Valley University.
The zinger — delivered after Omar’s string of vicious tirades against slain Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk — drew laughs and applause from Vice President JD Vance, FBI Director Kash Patel, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, and other top officials who clearly enjoyed the shot, the New York Post reported.
One day after Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at an outdoor speaking event in Utah on Sept. 10, Omar criticized the widespread tributes to Kirk and denounced what she described as his “hateful rhetoric.”
“There are a lot of people who are talking about him just wanting to have a civil debate,” Omar told the progressive outlet Zeteo. “These people are full of s— and it’s important for us to call them out while we feel anger and sadness.”
She later posted a separate video on X criticizing Democrats and celebrities for “normalizing Kirk,” calling the Trump ally a “reprehensible human being” and a “stochastic terrorist.”
Omar reiterated her criticism during an appearance on CNN. “I’m not going to sit here and be judged for not wanting to honor any legacy this man has left behind, that should be in the dustbin of history, and we should hopefully move on and forget the hate that he spewed every day,” she complained.
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) introduced a measure to censure Omar, accusing her of “celebrating murder,” but the resolution was narrowly defeated last week after four House Republicans joined Democrats in opposition.
It failed 214–213, preventing the measure from reaching a full House vote. Reps. Mike Flood of Nebraska, Tom McClintock of California, Jeff Hurd of Colorado, and Cory Mills of Florida — joined Democrats in supporting the move.
In a statement to Explain America’s Carmine Sabia, Mace ripped Omar over her remarks. “If you’re Somalia first, you’re not America first, and a one-way ticket to Somalia is the nicest thing we could do,” she said.
Earlier, in a response to Omar, Mace posted on the X platform: “If you celebrate murder, maybe Somalia can take you back.”
In a statement to Fox News Digital, Mace said Omar mocked the assassination of Kirk, who was a husband and father of two.
“Now she’s lashing out because we called her out. What’s not ‘well’ is celebrating political violence,” Mace said. “What’s not ‘smart’ is defending it. Omar should be ashamed of herself. Omar can throw insults all day, but it won’t save her from accountability. She crossed the line, and we’re not letting her get away with it. Go back to Somalia.”
Pro golfer Phil Mickelson also criticized Omar for her remarks about Kirk, saying she should be “sent back” to her native East African country.
“Ilhan spews hate every time she opens her mouth, she came here fraudulently and will hopefully be sent back to Somalia soon,” the LIV Tour golfer wrote on X. The three-time Masters champ’s remarks were in response to a video of the left-wing politician calling Kirk “Dr. Frankenstein” and saying he “was killed by his monster.”
Tyler Robinson, 22, who authorities say espoused leftist views and was in a relationship with a transgender partner, has been charged with aggravated murder and other offenses in the killing of Charlie Kirk, a father of two, at Utah Valley University.
President Trump took a jab Thursday at Rep. Ilhan Omar, saying he told Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to “take back” the left-wing Democrat after she spewed what he called vile remarks about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
I met the head of Somalia, did you know that?” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office. “And I suggested that maybe he’d like to take her back. And he said, ‘I don’t want her.’”
The zinger — delivered after Omar’s string of vicious tirades against slain Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk — drew laughs and applause from Vice President JD Vance, FBI Director Kash Patel, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, and other top officials who clearly enjoyed the shot, the New York Post reported.
One day after Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at an outdoor speaking event in Utah on Sept. 10, Omar criticized the widespread tributes to Kirk and denounced what she described as his “hateful rhetoric.”
“There are a lot of people who are talking about him just wanting to have a civil debate,” Omar told the progressive outlet Zeteo. “These people are full of s— and it’s important for us to call them out while we feel anger and sadness.”
She later posted a separate video on X criticizing Democrats and celebrities for “normalizing Kirk,” calling the Trump ally a “reprehensible human being” and a “stochastic terrorist.”
Omar reiterated her criticism during an appearance on CNN. “I’m not going to sit here and be judged for not wanting to honor any legacy this man has left behind, that should be in the dustbin of history, and we should hopefully move on and forget the hate that he spewed every day,” she complained.
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) introduced a measure to censure Omar, accusing her of “celebrating murder,” but the resolution was narrowly defeated last week after four House Republicans joined Democrats in opposition.
It failed 214–213, preventing the measure from reaching a full House vote. Reps. Mike Flood of Nebraska, Tom McClintock of California, Jeff Hurd of Colorado, and Cory Mills of Florida — joined Democrats in supporting the move.
In a statement to Explain America’s Carmine Sabia, Mace ripped Omar over her remarks. “If you’re Somalia first, you’re not America first, and a one-way ticket to Somalia is the nicest thing we could do,” she said.
Earlier, in a response to Omar, Mace posted on the X platform: “If you celebrate murder, maybe Somalia can take you back.”
In a statement to Fox News Digital, Mace said Omar mocked the assassination of Kirk, who was a husband and father of two.
“Now she’s lashing out because we called her out. What’s not ‘well’ is celebrating political violence,” Mace said. “What’s not ‘smart’ is defending it. Omar should be ashamed of herself. Omar can throw insults all day, but it won’t save her from accountability. She crossed the line, and we’re not letting her get away with it. Go back to Somalia.”
Pro golfer Phil Mickelson also criticized Omar for her remarks about Kirk, saying she should be “sent back” to her native East African country.
“Ilhan spews hate every time she opens her mouth, she came here fraudulently and will hopefully be sent back to Somalia soon,” the LIV Tour golfer wrote on X. The three-time Masters champ’s remarks were in response to a video of the left-wing politician calling Kirk “Dr. Frankenstein” and saying he “was killed by his monster.”
Tyler Robinson, 22, who authorities say espoused leftist views and was in a relationship with a transgender partner, has been charged with aggravated murder and other offenses in the killing of Charlie Kirk, a father of two, at Utah Valley University.
President Trump took a jab Thursday at Rep. Ilhan Omar, saying he told Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to “take back” the left-wing Democrat after she spewed what he called vile remarks about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
I met the head of Somalia, did you know that?” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office. “And I suggested that maybe he’d like to take her back. And he said, ‘I don’t want her.’”
The zinger — delivered after Omar’s string of vicious tirades against slain Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk — drew laughs and applause from Vice President JD Vance, FBI Director Kash Patel, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, and other top officials who clearly enjoyed the shot, the New York Post reported.
One day after Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at an outdoor speaking event in Utah on Sept. 10, Omar criticized the widespread tributes to Kirk and denounced what she described as his “hateful rhetoric.”
“There are a lot of people who are talking about him just wanting to have a civil debate,” Omar told the progressive outlet Zeteo. “These people are full of s— and it’s important for us to call them out while we feel anger and sadness.”
She later posted a separate video on X criticizing Democrats and celebrities for “normalizing Kirk,” calling the Trump ally a “reprehensible human being” and a “stochastic terrorist.”
Omar reiterated her criticism during an appearance on CNN. “I’m not going to sit here and be judged for not wanting to honor any legacy this man has left behind, that should be in the dustbin of history, and we should hopefully move on and forget the hate that he spewed every day,” she complained.
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) introduced a measure to censure Omar, accusing her of “celebrating murder,” but the resolution was narrowly defeated last week after four House Republicans joined Democrats in opposition.
It failed 214–213, preventing the measure from reaching a full House vote. Reps. Mike Flood of Nebraska, Tom McClintock of California, Jeff Hurd of Colorado, and Cory Mills of Florida — joined Democrats in supporting the move.
In a statement to Explain America’s Carmine Sabia, Mace ripped Omar over her remarks. “If you’re Somalia first, you’re not America first, and a one-way ticket to Somalia is the nicest thing we could do,” she said.
Earlier, in a response to Omar, Mace posted on the X platform: “If you celebrate murder, maybe Somalia can take you back.”
In a statement to Fox News Digital, Mace said Omar mocked the assassination of Kirk, who was a husband and father of two.
“Now she’s lashing out because we called her out. What’s not ‘well’ is celebrating political violence,” Mace said. “What’s not ‘smart’ is defending it. Omar should be ashamed of herself. Omar can throw insults all day, but it won’t save her from accountability. She crossed the line, and we’re not letting her get away with it. Go back to Somalia.”
Pro golfer Phil Mickelson also criticized Omar for her remarks about Kirk, saying she should be “sent back” to her native East African country.
“Ilhan spews hate every time she opens her mouth, she came here fraudulently and will hopefully be sent back to Somalia soon,” the LIV Tour golfer wrote on X. The three-time Masters champ’s remarks were in response to a video of the left-wing politician calling Kirk “Dr. Frankenstein” and saying he “was killed by his monster.”
Tyler Robinson, 22, who authorities say espoused leftist views and was in a relationship with a transgender partner, has been charged with aggravated murder and other offenses in the killing of Charlie Kirk, a father of two, at Utah Valley University.
President Trump took a jab Thursday at Rep. Ilhan Omar, saying he told Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to “take back” the left-wing Democrat after she spewed what he called vile remarks about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
I met the head of Somalia, did you know that?” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office. “And I suggested that maybe he’d like to take her back. And he said, ‘I don’t want her.’”
The zinger — delivered after Omar’s string of vicious tirades against slain Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk — drew laughs and applause from Vice President JD Vance, FBI Director Kash Patel, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, and other top officials who clearly enjoyed the shot, the New York Post reported.
One day after Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at an outdoor speaking event in Utah on Sept. 10, Omar criticized the widespread tributes to Kirk and denounced what she described as his “hateful rhetoric.”
“There are a lot of people who are talking about him just wanting to have a civil debate,” Omar told the progressive outlet Zeteo. “These people are full of s— and it’s important for us to call them out while we feel anger and sadness.”
She later posted a separate video on X criticizing Democrats and celebrities for “normalizing Kirk,” calling the Trump ally a “reprehensible human being” and a “stochastic terrorist.”
Omar reiterated her criticism during an appearance on CNN. “I’m not going to sit here and be judged for not wanting to honor any legacy this man has left behind, that should be in the dustbin of history, and we should hopefully move on and forget the hate that he spewed every day,” she complained.
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) introduced a measure to censure Omar, accusing her of “celebrating murder,” but the resolution was narrowly defeated last week after four House Republicans joined Democrats in opposition.
It failed 214–213, preventing the measure from reaching a full House vote. Reps. Mike Flood of Nebraska, Tom McClintock of California, Jeff Hurd of Colorado, and Cory Mills of Florida — joined Democrats in supporting the move.
In a statement to Explain America’s Carmine Sabia, Mace ripped Omar over her remarks. “If you’re Somalia first, you’re not America first, and a one-way ticket to Somalia is the nicest thing we could do,” she said.
Earlier, in a response to Omar, Mace posted on the X platform: “If you celebrate murder, maybe Somalia can take you back.”
In a statement to Fox News Digital, Mace said Omar mocked the assassination of Kirk, who was a husband and father of two.
“Now she’s lashing out because we called her out. What’s not ‘well’ is celebrating political violence,” Mace said. “What’s not ‘smart’ is defending it. Omar should be ashamed of herself. Omar can throw insults all day, but it won’t save her from accountability. She crossed the line, and we’re not letting her get away with it. Go back to Somalia.”
Pro golfer Phil Mickelson also criticized Omar for her remarks about Kirk, saying she should be “sent back” to her native East African country.
“Ilhan spews hate every time she opens her mouth, she came here fraudulently and will hopefully be sent back to Somalia soon,” the LIV Tour golfer wrote on X. The three-time Masters champ’s remarks were in response to a video of the left-wing politician calling Kirk “Dr. Frankenstein” and saying he “was killed by his monster.”
Tyler Robinson, 22, who authorities say espoused leftist views and was in a relationship with a transgender partner, has been charged with aggravated murder and other offenses in the killing of Charlie Kirk, a father of two, at Utah Valley University.
The zinger — delivered after Omar’s string of vicious tirades against slain Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk — drew laughs and applause from Vice President JD Vance, FBI Director Kash Patel, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, and other top officials who clearly enjoyed the shot, the New York Post reported.
One day after Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at an outdoor speaking event in Utah on Sept. 10, Omar criticized the widespread tributes to Kirk and denounced what she described as his “hateful rhetoric.”
“There are a lot of people who are talking about him just wanting to have a civil debate,” Omar told the progressive outlet Zeteo. “These people are full of s— and it’s important for us to call them out while we feel anger and sadness.”
She later posted a separate video on X criticizing Democrats and celebrities for “normalizing Kirk,” calling the Trump ally a “reprehensible human being” and a “stochastic terrorist.”
Omar reiterated her criticism during an appearance on CNN. “I’m not going to sit here and be judged for not wanting to honor any legacy this man has left behind, that should be in the dustbin of history, and we should hopefully move on and forget the hate that he spewed every day,” she complained.
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) introduced a measure to censure Omar, accusing her of “celebrating murder,” but the resolution was narrowly defeated last week after four House Republicans joined Democrats in opposition.
It failed 214–213, preventing the measure from reaching a full House vote. Reps. Mike Flood of Nebraska, Tom McClintock of California, Jeff Hurd of Colorado, and Cory Mills of Florida — joined Democrats in supporting the move.
In a statement to Explain America’s Carmine Sabia, Mace ripped Omar over her remarks. “If you’re Somalia first, you’re not America first, and a one-way ticket to Somalia is the nicest thing we could do,” she said.
Earlier, in a response to Omar, Mace posted on the X platform: “If you celebrate murder, maybe Somalia can take you back.”
In a statement to Fox News Digital, Mace said Omar mocked the assassination of Kirk, who was a husband and father of two.
“Now she’s lashing out because we called her out. What’s not ‘well’ is celebrating political violence,” Mace said. “What’s not ‘smart’ is defending it. Omar should be ashamed of herself. Omar can throw insults all day, but it won’t save her from accountability. She crossed the line, and we’re not letting her get away with it. Go back to Somalia.”
Pro golfer Phil Mickelson also criticized Omar for her remarks about Kirk, saying she should be “sent back” to her native East African country.
“Ilhan spews hate every time she opens her mouth, she came here fraudulently and will hopefully be sent back to Somalia soon,” the LIV Tour golfer wrote on X. The three-time Masters champ’s remarks were in response to a video of the left-wing politician calling Kirk “Dr. Frankenstein” and saying he “was killed by his monster.”
Tyler Robinson, 22, who authorities say espoused leftist views and was in a relationship with a transgender partner, has been charged with aggravated murder and other offenses in the killing of Charlie Kirk, a father of two, at Utah Valley University.
President Trump took a jab Thursday at Rep. Ilhan Omar, saying he told Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to “take back” the left-wing Democrat after she spewed what he called vile remarks about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
I met the head of Somalia, did you know that?” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office. “And I suggested that maybe he’d like to take her back. And he said, ‘I don’t want her.’”
The zinger — delivered after Omar’s string of vicious tirades against slain Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk — drew laughs and applause from Vice President JD Vance, FBI Director Kash Patel, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, and other top officials who clearly enjoyed the shot, the New York Post reported.
One day after Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at an outdoor speaking event in Utah on Sept. 10, Omar criticized the widespread tributes to Kirk and denounced what she described as his “hateful rhetoric.”
“There are a lot of people who are talking about him just wanting to have a civil debate,” Omar told the progressive outlet Zeteo. “These people are full of s— and it’s important for us to call them out while we feel anger and sadness.”
She later posted a separate video on X criticizing Democrats and celebrities for “normalizing Kirk,” calling the Trump ally a “reprehensible human being” and a “stochastic terrorist.”
Omar reiterated her criticism during an appearance on CNN. “I’m not going to sit here and be judged for not wanting to honor any legacy this man has left behind, that should be in the dustbin of history, and we should hopefully move on and forget the hate that he spewed every day,” she complained.
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) introduced a measure to censure Omar, accusing her of “celebrating murder,” but the resolution was narrowly defeated last week after four House Republicans joined Democrats in opposition.
It failed 214–213, preventing the measure from reaching a full House vote. Reps. Mike Flood of Nebraska, Tom McClintock of California, Jeff Hurd of Colorado, and Cory Mills of Florida — joined Democrats in supporting the move.
In a statement to Explain America’s Carmine Sabia, Mace ripped Omar over her remarks. “If you’re Somalia first, you’re not America first, and a one-way ticket to Somalia is the nicest thing we could do,” she said.
Earlier, in a response to Omar, Mace posted on the X platform: “If you celebrate murder, maybe Somalia can take you back.”
In a statement to Fox News Digital, Mace said Omar mocked the assassination of Kirk, who was a husband and father of two.
“Now she’s lashing out because we called her out. What’s not ‘well’ is celebrating political violence,” Mace said. “What’s not ‘smart’ is defending it. Omar should be ashamed of herself. Omar can throw insults all day, but it won’t save her from accountability. She crossed the line, and we’re not letting her get away with it. Go back to Somalia.”
Pro golfer Phil Mickelson also criticized Omar for her remarks about Kirk, saying she should be “sent back” to her native East African country.
“Ilhan spews hate every time she opens her mouth, she came here fraudulently and will hopefully be sent back to Somalia soon,” the LIV Tour golfer wrote on X. The three-time Masters champ’s remarks were in response to a video of the left-wing politician calling Kirk “Dr. Frankenstein” and saying he “was killed by his monster.”
Tyler Robinson, 22, who authorities say espoused leftist views and was in a relationship with a transgender partner, has been charged with aggravated murder and other offenses in the killing of Charlie Kirk, a father of two, at Utah Valley University.
President Trump took a jab Thursday at Rep. Ilhan Omar, saying he told Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to “take back” the left-wing Democrat after she spewed what he called vile remarks about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
I met the head of Somalia, did you know that?” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office. “And I suggested that maybe he’d like to take her back. And he said, ‘I don’t want her.’”
The zinger — delivered after Omar’s string of vicious tirades against slain Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk — drew laughs and applause from Vice President JD Vance, FBI Director Kash Patel, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, and other top officials who clearly enjoyed the shot, the New York Post reported.
One day after Charlie Kirk was fatally shot at an outdoor speaking event in Utah on Sept. 10, Omar criticized the widespread tributes to Kirk and denounced what she described as his “hateful rhetoric.”
“There are a lot of people who are talking about him just wanting to have a civil debate,” Omar told the progressive outlet Zeteo. “These people are full of s— and it’s important for us to call them out while we feel anger and sadness.”
She later posted a separate video on X criticizing Democrats and celebrities for “normalizing Kirk,” calling the Trump ally a “reprehensible human being” and a “stochastic terrorist.”
Omar reiterated her criticism during an appearance on CNN. “I’m not going to sit here and be judged for not wanting to honor any legacy this man has left behind, that should be in the dustbin of history, and we should hopefully move on and forget the hate that he spewed every day,” she complained.
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) introduced a measure to censure Omar, accusing her of “celebrating murder,” but the resolution was narrowly defeated last week after four House Republicans joined Democrats in opposition.
It failed 214–213, preventing the measure from reaching a full House vote. Reps. Mike Flood of Nebraska, Tom McClintock of California, Jeff Hurd of Colorado, and Cory Mills of Florida — joined Democrats in supporting the move.
In a statement to Explain America’s Carmine Sabia, Mace ripped Omar over her remarks. “If you’re Somalia first, you’re not America first, and a one-way ticket to Somalia is the nicest thing we could do,” she said.
Earlier, in a response to Omar, Mace posted on the X platform: “If you celebrate murder, maybe Somalia can take you back.”
In a statement to Fox News Digital, Mace said Omar mocked the assassination of Kirk, who was a husband and father of two.
“Now she’s lashing out because we called her out. What’s not ‘well’ is celebrating political violence,” Mace said. “What’s not ‘smart’ is defending it. Omar should be ashamed of herself. Omar can throw insults all day, but it won’t save her from accountability. She crossed the line, and we’re not letting her get away with it. Go back to Somalia.”
Pro golfer Phil Mickelson also criticized Omar for her remarks about Kirk, saying she should be “sent back” to her native East African country.
“Ilhan spews hate every time she opens her mouth, she came here fraudulently and will hopefully be sent back to Somalia soon,” the LIV Tour golfer wrote on X. The three-time Masters champ’s remarks were in response to a video of the left-wing politician calling Kirk “Dr. Frankenstein” and saying he “was killed by his monster.”
Tyler Robinson, 22, who authorities say espoused leftist views and was in a relationship with a transgender partner, has been charged with aggravated murder and other offenses in the killing of Charlie Kirk, a father of two, at Utah Valley University. [/Read]
In the high-stakes world of politics, a carefully constructed legacy is everything. It is a narrative built over decades of public service, protected by loyalty, and polished by the glow of the public spotlight.
For years, the legacy of the Clinton family seemed unbreakable, a fortress of global influence and goodwill. But in a Congressional hearing room, under the harsh lights of scrutiny, an unexpected force has taken a sledgehammer to that fortress, leaving behind a ruin of shocking accusations, damning evidence, and a legacy forever tarnished.
At the heart of the hearing, led by Senator JD Vance, was a staggering and deeply troubling figure: $82 million. According to Vance, this wasn’t just a number; it was the documented proof of an audacious betrayal. With a calm and measured delivery, Vance presented a cascade of documents—receipts, transfer records, and signatures—that painted a damning picture of a scheme to systematically divert taxpayer money, allocated to USAID for international aid, into the coffers of the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI).
But the story didn’t stop there. The investigation alleges that this money, which was meant to fund charitable projects for the less fortunate, was instead used for the personal enrichment of Chelsea Clinton, financing a lavish lifestyle that included an $11 million mansion and an opulent $3 million wedding, all of which allegedly went undeclared to the IRS.
When confronted with these explosive accusations, Chelsea Clinton was quick to dismiss them as a “political hit job,” another chapter in the decades-long assault on her family. She spoke with a practiced air of confidence, referencing the schools her foundation had built and the relief programs it had funded.
But Vance was prepared, countering her defense point by point with an icy precision. He contrasted the alleged luxury expenses with the promised charitable projects that never materialized. He pointed to 47 documented transfers with no corresponding charitable activity and to empty lots where clinics were supposed to stand. “Service,” Vance declared in a short, powerful sentence that encapsulated the essence of the scandal, “does not entitle you to steal.” It was a moment that underscored the collision of public duty and private greed, a moment that will likely be replayed for years to come.
As the hearing deepened, it peeled back the layers of an operation allegedly rife with systemic fraud and tax evasion. Forensic accountants testified to over $27 million in undeclared personal benefits, money that was cleverly disguised as operational expenses.
LOS ANGELES, CA — Television is a world of carefully crafted moments, where every emotion is rehearsed, every line is scripted, and every camera angle is deliberate. But last night, during rehearsals for this year’s season of The Voice, a leaked video shattered that illusion. In a brief, unexpected interlude, Reba McEntire, Michael Bublé, John Legend, and Snoop Dogg bowed their heads in a solemn tribute to the late Charlie Kirk. What happened next—especially Michael Bublé’s whispered words to Erika Kirk—left fans and industry insiders reeling, sparking questions about grief, authenticity, and the boundaries of public mourning.
The video surfaced on social media just after midnight, posted anonymously to a fan account before spreading like wildfire. In the grainy footage, the four coaches—each a giant in their own genre—stood in a circle on the dimly lit stage. The mood was somber, a stark contrast to the show’s usual energy.
Reba McEntire, the queen of country, was the first to bow her head. John Legend and Snoop Dogg followed, their faces etched with genuine sorrow. Michael Bublé, known for his charm and effortless vocals, looked visibly shaken, his hands trembling as he reached for Erika Kirk, who stood quietly at the edge of the stage.
For a moment, time seemed to stop.
Charlie Kirk’s presence on The Voice stage was, in many ways, unexpected. As a conservative commentator and activist, he was more often seen at political rallies than entertainment events. Yet his recent passing had touched people across the spectrum, including those in the music industry.
Sources close to the production say the tribute was meant to be private—a moment of respect among colleagues, not a televised segment. “It wasn’t about politics,” one producer explained. “It was about honoring someone who meant a lot to people in that room.”
Reba McEntire, always the anchor, led the tribute with a short prayer. “We’re here to remember a friend, a husband, a father. May his memory be a blessing.”
John Legend, who has spoken openly about the need for empathy in divided times, added, “We may not always agree, but we can always show love.”
Snoop Dogg, ever the iconoclast, simply nodded, his eyes closed in silent reflection.
But it was Michael Bublé’s reaction that truly stunned those present—and, later, the millions who watched the leaked video. As the prayer ended, Bublé turned to Erika Kirk. His face, usually lit with a playful grin, was pale and drawn.
He leaned in, whispering something so quietly that only Erika—and the sensitive boom mic—could catch it. The words were not immediately clear on the leaked audio, but lip readers and audio engineers have since pieced together fragments.
“I’m so sorry,” Bublé said, his voice breaking. “He changed so many lives, but you changed his.”
Erika Kirk’s eyes filled with tears. She reached for Bublé’s hand, squeezing it tightly. For a moment, the two stood in silence, the weight of loss hanging heavy between them.
Fans who saw the video described the moment as “haunting,” “unexpected,” and “piercing.” Many were struck by the intimacy of the exchange—a rare glimpse of vulnerability in a world that often demands composure.
The question on everyone’s mind is simple: Why was this moment not meant for broadcast?
Insiders say the tribute was intended as a private gesture, a way for the coaches and crew to process their own grief before the cameras began rolling. “We have these rituals,” explained a longtime Voice staffer. “Sometimes it’s for someone who’s passed, sometimes it’s for someone who’s struggling. It’s about the people, not the show.”
But the leak has reignited debates about the ethics of privacy, the power of authenticity, and the role of celebrity in public mourning.
Media analyst Dr. Felicia Wong notes, “There’s a hunger for real emotion in entertainment. When something unscripted happens, it cuts through the noise. But there’s a risk—when private pain becomes public content, whose story is it?”
Erika Kirk has found herself at the crossroads of grief and spectacle. In the months since Charlie’s passing, she has been both celebrated and scrutinized, her every word parsed for meaning.
After the tribute, Erika released a statement thanking the coaches and crew for their support. “Last night was one of the hardest nights of my life,” she wrote. “But it was also a reminder that love and kindness can break through even the darkest moments.”
She declined to comment on the specifics of Bublé’s words, saying only, “Michael is a beautiful soul. His kindness meant everything to me.”
Social media exploded in the hours after the leak. Hashtags like #TheVoiceTribute and #BubleErika trended nationwide, with fans dissecting every frame of the video.
Some praised the coaches for their empathy, calling it “the most authentic moment in TV history.” Others questioned the motives behind the leak, accusing producers of exploiting grief for ratings.
“Is nothing sacred anymore?” asked one Twitter user. “Let people mourn in peace.”
But the overwhelming response was one of empathy. Fans shared their own stories of loss, drawing parallels between Erika’s pain and their own. For a brief moment, the usual snark and cynicism of internet culture gave way to something gentler—a collective acknowledgment of the universality of grief.
Producers scrambled to contain the fallout, issuing statements about privacy and respect. “We deeply regret that a private moment was shared without consent,” read an official release. “Our hearts go out to Erika and the Kirk family.”
The network has launched an internal investigation, vowing to tighten security and prevent future leaks. But behind the scenes, there is a sense that the genie cannot be put back in the bottle.
“People saw something real,” admits one executive. “You can’t unsee that.”
The leaked tribute comes at a time when public mourning is increasingly common. From celebrity funerals to viral memorials, the boundaries between private sorrow and public spectacle are blurred.
Sociologist Dr. Robert Fields explains, “We live in an age of performative grief. People want to share, to connect, but there’s also a risk of exploitation. The challenge is to honor the pain without turning it into content.”
For Erika Kirk, the tribute was both a comfort and a burden. “I never wanted my grief to be entertainment,” she told a close friend. “But I’m grateful for the love. It helps me keep going.”
Michael Bublé’s role in the tribute has sparked renewed interest in his own journey. Known for his smooth vocals and easy charm, Bublé has faced his own share of hardship, including his son’s battle with cancer.
Fans see his interaction with Erika as a reflection of his character—empathetic, genuine, and unafraid to show emotion.
“He’s always been real,” says longtime fan Jessica Martin. “That’s why we love him.”
Industry insiders say Bublé’s vulnerability is part of what makes him so compelling. “He’s not afraid to break the fourth wall,” says producer Mark Daniels. “He reminds us that music—and life—is about connection.”
As The Voice prepares for its live shows, the shadow of the tribute lingers. Producers are reportedly considering a formal segment to honor Charlie Kirk, though no decision has been made.
Erika Kirk has been invited to attend, but sources say she is weighing her options. “She wants to honor Charlie,” says a family friend. “But she also needs space to heal.”
The coaches, meanwhile, have vowed to continue supporting Erika and the Kirk family. “We’re here for her,” Reba McEntire told reporters. “Whatever she needs.”
In a world obsessed with spectacle, the leaked tribute stands out for its authenticity. It was not meant for broadcast, not designed for ratings or virality. It was, simply, a moment of human connection—a reminder that, behind the lights and cameras, real lives are being lived.
For Erika Kirk, for Michael Bublé, and for the millions who watched, the message was clear: Grief is universal, and kindness matters.
As the dust settles and The Voice returns to its usual rhythms, the haunting words whispered on that stage will linger. They are a testament to the power of empathy, the importance of privacy, and the enduring need for real connection in a world that often feels unreal.
Jennifer L. Harper is a senior feature writer with more than twenty years’ experience covering entertainment, culture, and the intersections of public and private life. Her work has appeared in Rolling Stone, Vanity Fair, and The Los Angeles Times.