Rep. Kevin Brady is the ranking Republican on the House Ways and Means Committee. As chairman in 2017, he pushed through the tax cuts that remain President Trump's top legislative achievement. Now, he's dealing with the role that Ways and Means might play in a possible Trump impeachment. (It is the only House committee that is permitted by law to demand the president's tax returns from the Internal Revenue Service, and Democrats are currently taking steps to do just that.)
Brady and I discussed the committee's role in the Trump investigations in a conversation for a new podcast Tuesday morning, but we started off with the news that Speaker Nancy Pelosi has come out (mostly) against impeachment. Pelosi told the Washington Post that impeachment is simply too divisive for the country, unless there are grounds that are "so compelling and overwhelming and bipartisan" that impeachment is justified.
Brady doesn't believe her. "Respectfully, I don't buy it," he said. The reason, he explained, is not that he doubts Pelosi's sentiments. It is that he doubts her ability to impose her will on House Democrats.
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"Come to think of it, we haven't heard Auntie Max screaming about impeachment lately."
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Tuesday, March 12, 2019
Pelosi Opposes ‘Divisive’ Efforts to Impeach Trump: ‘He’s Just Not Worth It’
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi revealed for the first time Monday that she opposes the impeachment of President Donald Trump.
"There have been increasing calls, including from some of your members, for impeachment of the president," noted Washington Postreporter Joe Heim.
"I’m not for impeachment," the California Democrat responded. "This is news. I’m going to give you some news right now because I haven’t said this to any press person before."
"Impeachment is so divisive to the country that unless there’s something so compelling and overwhelming and bipartisan, I don’t think we should go down that path, because it divides the country," she continued. "And he’s just not worth it."
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"There have been increasing calls, including from some of your members, for impeachment of the president," noted Washington Postreporter Joe Heim.
"I’m not for impeachment," the California Democrat responded. "This is news. I’m going to give you some news right now because I haven’t said this to any press person before."
"Impeachment is so divisive to the country that unless there’s something so compelling and overwhelming and bipartisan, I don’t think we should go down that path, because it divides the country," she continued. "And he’s just not worth it."
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St. Patrick’s Parade, Festival Set For Saturday
This Ocean City tradition, which began in 1980, has grown to become the second-largest St. Patrick’s Day Parade in the state, in addition to becoming a seasonal kick-off for many local businesses.
Leading the parade are Grand Marshals Fran and Michael Patrick Kelly, along with Lillian Farrell, Cultural Affairs Attaché from the Embassy of Ireland. Featuring the Chesapeake Caledonian Pipe Band and the Ocean City Pipe and Drum Band, the parade brings the sounds of Ireland to the streets of Ocean City. Also participating are local high school marching bands plus numerous festively decorated floats sponsored by local businesses, groups and organizations.
The procession begins at noon at 57th Street and marches south on Coastal Highway to the 45th Street Shopping Center, where the viewing and judging stands will be located. Trophies will be awarded for best marching band, best commercial float, best non-commercial float, best motorized unit, best adult marching unit, best youth marching unit, special committee award, judges’ choice award and best overall entry in the parade.
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Republicans in Both Houses Move to Finally Abolish the Time Change
There are plenty of things where taking Washington bureaucrats out of the equation would decidedly make things better.
It may not be the biggest change, but we can at least start with our clocks.
Two Florida Republicans — most notably Sen. Marco Rubio — are pushing to make Daylight Saving Time permanent by reintroducing a bill that would stop the federally mandated time change every year.
“Congressman Vern Buchanan (R-FL) and Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) today introduced the Sunshine Protection Act, legislation that would make Daylight Saving Time (DST) permanent across the country,” the two lawmakers said in a press release.
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It may not be the biggest change, but we can at least start with our clocks.
Two Florida Republicans — most notably Sen. Marco Rubio — are pushing to make Daylight Saving Time permanent by reintroducing a bill that would stop the federally mandated time change every year.
“Congressman Vern Buchanan (R-FL) and Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) today introduced the Sunshine Protection Act, legislation that would make Daylight Saving Time (DST) permanent across the country,” the two lawmakers said in a press release.
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Democrats introduce latest version of DREAM Act in effort to put millions on path to citizenship
Washington — House Democrats on Tuesday reintroduced the latest version of their nearly two-decades-long but elusive DREAM Act legislative effort to put millions of young undocumented immigrants and immigrants with temporary protections on a pathway to U.S. citizenship.
The Dream and Promise Act of 2019 would grant young undocumented immigrants who came to the United States as children, including those shielded from deportation by the Obama-era Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, an opportunity to acquire full U.S. permanent residency if they meet certain requirements. Additionally, the bill would allow hundreds of thousands of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) recipients — as well as Liberian immigrants covered by Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) — to gain permanent lawful status.
"I've been organizing for the DREAM Act for the last nine years," Greisa MartÃnez, a DACA recipient and the deputy executive director of the immigrant advocacy group United We Dream, told CBS News. "As an organizer, it would mean the realization of a dream. And as a person, it would mean that I get to be able to hug my dad again, who was deported to Mexico."
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The Dream and Promise Act of 2019 would grant young undocumented immigrants who came to the United States as children, including those shielded from deportation by the Obama-era Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, an opportunity to acquire full U.S. permanent residency if they meet certain requirements. Additionally, the bill would allow hundreds of thousands of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) recipients — as well as Liberian immigrants covered by Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) — to gain permanent lawful status.
"I've been organizing for the DREAM Act for the last nine years," Greisa MartÃnez, a DACA recipient and the deputy executive director of the immigrant advocacy group United We Dream, told CBS News. "As an organizer, it would mean the realization of a dream. And as a person, it would mean that I get to be able to hug my dad again, who was deported to Mexico."
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Reported barricaded subject with firearm in Princess Anne
On 3/12/2019 at approximately 1648hrs Troopers from the Maryland State Police Princess Anne Barrack received a 911 call from the complainant Maggie Jo Hobbs. Hobbs reported that her ex-boyfriend barricaded himself and their 6 month old child in his residence with a firearm. Hobbs advised she and her boyfriend Darryl Birkett had been arguing for most of the day, when at a point during the argument he took custody of the child, walked in the bedroom and advised he had access to shotgun. At that time Hobbs ran from the residence, called 911 in a frantic manner stating that Birkett was assaulting her, and threatened to kill himself and the child stating it was “going to be me or you”. At that time late shift units from the Princess Anne Barrack as well as Natural Resource Police, and Somerset County Sheriff Office Deputies expedited to the residence where Birkhead was alleged to be barricaded. After a brief period, positive verbal contact was made with the Birkett where he surrendered himself and was taken into custody without further incident. The 6 month old child was unharmed and given to the custody of Ms. Hobbs. Further investigation and interview revealed Hobbs’ initial facts provided on the recorded 911 line did not coincide with the statements she made in person to Troopers on scene. Investigation determined that no assault occurred and though the male party had access to a shotgun, he never retrieved it, or threatened to use it on her or the child in any manner. A totality of the facts ultimately resulted in the male party being emergency petitioned to Peninsula Regional Medical Center for statements he admitted to making. Sgt Pruitt from the Maryland State Police Criminal Enforcement Division responded to the Barrack and conducted interviews on the male and female party. Sgt. Pruitt determined that no crime had occurred between the two parties, and no charges would be filed, however the investigation is ongoing. It would be noted, Princess Anne Barrack command staff was notified and responded. Furthermore STATE Team personnel were contacted however prior to mobilizing they were advised they did not need to respond.
College coaches, others including Felicity Huffman, Lori Loughlin indicted in admissions bribery case
BOSTON — College coaches and others have been charged in a sweeping admissions bribery case unsealed in federal court.
The racketeering conspiracy charges unveiled Tuesday were brought against the coaches at schools including Wake Forest University, Georgetown and the University of Southern California.
Authorities say the coaches accepted bribes in exchange for admitting students as athletes, regardless of their ability.
Prosecutors say parents paid an admissions consultant $25 million from 2011 through February 2019 to bribe coaches and administrators to label their children as recruited athletes to boost their chances of getting into schools.
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The racketeering conspiracy charges unveiled Tuesday were brought against the coaches at schools including Wake Forest University, Georgetown and the University of Southern California.
Authorities say the coaches accepted bribes in exchange for admitting students as athletes, regardless of their ability.
Prosecutors say parents paid an admissions consultant $25 million from 2011 through February 2019 to bribe coaches and administrators to label their children as recruited athletes to boost their chances of getting into schools.
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Registration open for Pemberton Park Nature Camp and Kids Klub Summer Escape
SALISBURY, Md. – Kids can spend time with friends while participating in fun activities during Pemberton Park Nature Camp and Kids Klub Summer Escape. Registration is open now for both Wicomico County Recreation, Parks & Tourism summer camps.
Pemberton Park Nature Camp is held from June 17-Aug. 23 at Pemberton Historical Park in Salisbury.
“Kids who love the outdoors will have a blast at Pemberton Park Nature Camp,” said Brandi Belfield, program director of child care. “The 10 theme weeks offer a chance for children to really get in touch with nature, whether they are following animal tracks, going fishing or learning survival skills.”
Pemberton Park Nature Camp is for boys and girls ages 6-14. The early bird registration rate, available through April 30 at 11:59 p.m., is $140 per week, and the regular registration rate is $150 per week. There is also a sibling discount of $10 off per child per week when siblings are registered in the same week.
Registration is available at PembertonPark.org or at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center box office, located at 500 Glen Ave. in Salisbury (M-F, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.).
Kids Klub Summer Escape also offers 10 theme weeks and is held from June 19-Aug. 23 at North Salisbury Elementary, Delmar Elementary and Westside Intermediate schools. The last week of camp is held at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center.
“We’re looking forward to Kids Klub Summer Escape’s fun theme weeks,” Belfield said. “Campers will get to play games and participate in different activities that connect to each week’s theme. Each Friday, we’ll go to the pool and have a cookout.”
Kids Klub Summer Escape is for boys and girls ages 5-12, and the cost is $125 per week. There are also optional field trips that are $20-25 per trip.
Initial registration for Kids Klub Summer Escape and payment should be made in person at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center box office. Weekly registration and payment can then be completed atwww.WicomicoRecandParks.org or at the box office.
Both camps are held Monday through Friday from 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. each day, excluding July 4.
For more information on either camp, contact Belfield at 410-548-4900 x109 or bbelfield@wicomicocounty.org.
Pemberton Park Nature Camp is held from June 17-Aug. 23 at Pemberton Historical Park in Salisbury.
“Kids who love the outdoors will have a blast at Pemberton Park Nature Camp,” said Brandi Belfield, program director of child care. “The 10 theme weeks offer a chance for children to really get in touch with nature, whether they are following animal tracks, going fishing or learning survival skills.”
Pemberton Park Nature Camp is for boys and girls ages 6-14. The early bird registration rate, available through April 30 at 11:59 p.m., is $140 per week, and the regular registration rate is $150 per week. There is also a sibling discount of $10 off per child per week when siblings are registered in the same week.
Registration is available at PembertonPark.org or at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center box office, located at 500 Glen Ave. in Salisbury (M-F, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.).
Kids Klub Summer Escape also offers 10 theme weeks and is held from June 19-Aug. 23 at North Salisbury Elementary, Delmar Elementary and Westside Intermediate schools. The last week of camp is held at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center.
“We’re looking forward to Kids Klub Summer Escape’s fun theme weeks,” Belfield said. “Campers will get to play games and participate in different activities that connect to each week’s theme. Each Friday, we’ll go to the pool and have a cookout.”
Kids Klub Summer Escape is for boys and girls ages 5-12, and the cost is $125 per week. There are also optional field trips that are $20-25 per trip.
Initial registration for Kids Klub Summer Escape and payment should be made in person at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center box office. Weekly registration and payment can then be completed atwww.WicomicoRecandParks.org or at the box office.
Both camps are held Monday through Friday from 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. each day, excluding July 4.
For more information on either camp, contact Belfield at 410-548-4900 x109 or bbelfield@wicomicocounty.org.
Caribbean Joe's Now Selling Paddy Irish Whiskey
240 Year-Old Mechanical Doll
The Writer Automaton, Switzerland
A 240 year old doll that can write, a clockwork creation by Pierre Jaquet-Droz, a Swiss watchmaker. The doll is able to write any custom text up to 40 letters long, and it uses a goose feather to write, which he inks from time to time, including a shake of the wrist to prevent ink from spilling. His eyes follow the text being written, and the head moves when he takes some ink. You can view this doll in person at the Muse d’Art et d’Histoire of Neuchtel, in Switzerland.
A 240 year old doll that can write, a clockwork creation by Pierre Jaquet-Droz, a Swiss watchmaker. The doll is able to write any custom text up to 40 letters long, and it uses a goose feather to write, which he inks from time to time, including a shake of the wrist to prevent ink from spilling. His eyes follow the text being written, and the head moves when he takes some ink. You can view this doll in person at the Muse d’Art et d’Histoire of Neuchtel, in Switzerland.
Radical Dem Rep. Rashida Tlaib Declares Victory Over US in Chicago CAIR Speech, ‘The Muslims Are Here!’ (VIDEO)
Radical Democrat Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI) declared victory over the US government in a speech to terror-tied CAIR last month — the video just began making the rounds on social media earlier this week.
Congresswoman Tlaib was introduced by Executive Director of CAIR’s Florida chapter, Hassan Shibly — Shibly invoked the Islamic war cry as he introduced her.
“Allahu Akbar! The first Palestinian-American Muslim Congresswoman, our dear sister Rashida Tlaib!” Hassan Shibly said.
As soon as Rashida Tlaib walked up to the lectern to deliver her radical speech, she invoked the Muslim war cry of Allah in Arabic: “Bismillah al-Rahman al-Rahim!” Tlaib said, which means, “In the name of Allah, the merciful, the compassionate.”
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Congresswoman Tlaib was introduced by Executive Director of CAIR’s Florida chapter, Hassan Shibly — Shibly invoked the Islamic war cry as he introduced her.
“Allahu Akbar! The first Palestinian-American Muslim Congresswoman, our dear sister Rashida Tlaib!” Hassan Shibly said.
As soon as Rashida Tlaib walked up to the lectern to deliver her radical speech, she invoked the Muslim war cry of Allah in Arabic: “Bismillah al-Rahman al-Rahim!” Tlaib said, which means, “In the name of Allah, the merciful, the compassionate.”
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Hipster threatens lawsuit over the use of his photo in an article claiming all hipsters look the same. But it wasn't him in the picture.
A man threatened to sue a magazine over the use of his photo in a story about how hipsters "always end up looking the same." But it turned out that he wasn't the one in the photo after all. It was just someone who apparently looked like him.
Wait ... what happened?
On Feb. 28. the MIT Technology Review ran an article titled, "The hipster effect: Why anti-conformists always end up looking the same." The article used a Getty stock photo of a bearded man in a knit beanie and flannel shirt — someone who appeared to personify the generic definition of a hipster.
In a Twitter thread, MIT Technology Review's editor-in chief Gideon Lichfield related some of what happened next.
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Wait ... what happened?
On Feb. 28. the MIT Technology Review ran an article titled, "The hipster effect: Why anti-conformists always end up looking the same." The article used a Getty stock photo of a bearded man in a knit beanie and flannel shirt — someone who appeared to personify the generic definition of a hipster.
In a Twitter thread, MIT Technology Review's editor-in chief Gideon Lichfield related some of what happened next.
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Levin: Will the MSM care about this top Democrat’s Russia ties?
“There is significant evidence now of Russian collusion,” LevinTV host Mark Levin said on the radio Friday night, “and interestingly enough, it involves the chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, Jerry Nadler” — a top Democrat.
Levin was referring to a story that broke earlier that week about House Judiciary Committee Chair Jerry Nadler, D-N.Y., and his relationship with Ezra Friedlander — a political operative who does outreach to the Orthodox Jewish community for the congressman. One of Friedlander’s other clients is the wife of Russian propagandist Kirill Vyshinsky.
“So this lobbyist for a Putin propagandist is also a campaign consultant to Jerry Nadler,” Levin summarized.
“Jerry Nadler should recuse himself” from House efforts to investigate the president, Levin said.
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Levin was referring to a story that broke earlier that week about House Judiciary Committee Chair Jerry Nadler, D-N.Y., and his relationship with Ezra Friedlander — a political operative who does outreach to the Orthodox Jewish community for the congressman. One of Friedlander’s other clients is the wife of Russian propagandist Kirill Vyshinsky.
“So this lobbyist for a Putin propagandist is also a campaign consultant to Jerry Nadler,” Levin summarized.
“Jerry Nadler should recuse himself” from House efforts to investigate the president, Levin said.
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RIP William Kenneth Tyler Sr.
Sheriff Tyler served the residents of Worcester County with honor and pride from 1958 – 1966. Sheriff Tyler was first elected in 1958 and re-elected again in 1966. Sheriff Tyler also has the distinction of being the first Sheriff of Worcester County to wear a uniform and have a vehicle.
Lifestyles of the Rich and Socialist: From Chavez to Castro, leaders who lived the high life
Socialist leaders come to power promising to equalize society.
But, in the words of George Orwell's "Animal Farm," their followers soon learn "some are more equal than others."
American democratic socialists have faced scrutiny for their own indulgences under the capitalist system -- for instance, Sen. Bernie Sanders has three homes and a proclivity for private jet travel.
But American socialists' luxuries pale in comparison to those of history's most infamous socialist and communist leaders around the world.
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https://www.foxnews.com/politics/lifestyles-of-the-rich-and-socialist-from-chavez-to-castro-leaders-who-lived-the-high-life
But, in the words of George Orwell's "Animal Farm," their followers soon learn "some are more equal than others."
American democratic socialists have faced scrutiny for their own indulgences under the capitalist system -- for instance, Sen. Bernie Sanders has three homes and a proclivity for private jet travel.
But American socialists' luxuries pale in comparison to those of history's most infamous socialist and communist leaders around the world.
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https://www.foxnews.com/politics/lifestyles-of-the-rich-and-socialist-from-chavez-to-castro-leaders-who-lived-the-high-life
The 10 most toxic items at dollar stores
When it comes to safety, dollar-store deals might not be a bargain after all. A 2015 study found 81 percent contained one or more hazardous chemicals. The tests, conducted by the consumer testing group Healthy Stuff, found chemicals associated with cancer, obesity, diabetes, asthma, thyroid and kidney diseases, learning problems, lower IQ, birth defects and early puberty. Here are 10 items you're better off buying elsewhere.
Dollar General issued the following statement regarding the safety of its products:
"...The allegations in this study are in direct conflict with Dollar General’s well-established standards and practices. We strive to provide safe, quality products, as well as our own standards and customers’ expectations. To that end, we have a number of measures in place, including our product safety testing program, to provide assurance that the company’s products either meet or exceed federal and state regulatory standards.
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Dollar General issued the following statement regarding the safety of its products:
"...The allegations in this study are in direct conflict with Dollar General’s well-established standards and practices. We strive to provide safe, quality products, as well as our own standards and customers’ expectations. To that end, we have a number of measures in place, including our product safety testing program, to provide assurance that the company’s products either meet or exceed federal and state regulatory standards.
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Igloo recalls coolers after 5-year-old gets trapped inside one
Igloo says it is voluntarily recalling its Marine Elite coolers, citing a concern that the stainless steel latch could inadvertently close and lock someone inside.
The recall comes after a Florida boy climbed into the cooler in an attempt to prank his parents. WSVNreports 5-year-old Nicholas Wanes climbed inside the Marine Elite cooler on March 2. The station reports Nicholas was in the cooler with the top lid cracked open before it eventually shut and locked itself.
"When I got locked, I was scared,” Nicholas said. "Like I got locked in there forever."
His parents, Rob and Maria, heard him screaming and thankfully were able to rescue him from inside the cooler.
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The recall comes after a Florida boy climbed into the cooler in an attempt to prank his parents. WSVNreports 5-year-old Nicholas Wanes climbed inside the Marine Elite cooler on March 2. The station reports Nicholas was in the cooler with the top lid cracked open before it eventually shut and locked itself.
"When I got locked, I was scared,” Nicholas said. "Like I got locked in there forever."
His parents, Rob and Maria, heard him screaming and thankfully were able to rescue him from inside the cooler.
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Doctor warns parents not to let kids play these 6 dangerous sports
About 36 million children play organized sports each year, but it's the high-impact ones we need to look out for. Some parents think getting hurt is just part of the game. Others think something must be said about the risks.
In an interview with "Today" in 2017, Dr. Bennet Omalu, a forensic pathologist, said high-impact sports can be dangerous, and the "big six" to avoid are:
Omalu also stressed that children should not be allowed to play until they're 18, a theory he discusses in his book "Truth Doesn't Have a Side." He called the act of going out on the field and suffering "repeated blows" to the head, the "definition of child abuse."
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In an interview with "Today" in 2017, Dr. Bennet Omalu, a forensic pathologist, said high-impact sports can be dangerous, and the "big six" to avoid are:
- American football
- Ice hockey
- Mixed martial arts
- Boxing
- Wrestling
- Rugby
Omalu also stressed that children should not be allowed to play until they're 18, a theory he discusses in his book "Truth Doesn't Have a Side." He called the act of going out on the field and suffering "repeated blows" to the head, the "definition of child abuse."
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