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Trump campaign and RNC pledge to unleash thousands to monitor vote counting in battleground states
The Trump campaign and Republican National Committee are pledging to deploy 100,000 volunteers and lawyers to monitor vote counting across battleground states this year – part of what officials describe as a stepped-up focus on “election integrity” by the national party.
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Aldi’s ‘aisle of shame’ is a middle row of goodies that have nothing to do with groceries. Shoppers are huge fans of it
Caitlyn Pratt is an avid Aldi shopper, so much so that she crosses state lines a few times a month to drive 45 minutes to the nearest one in neighboring Arkanas.
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'I tried telling them to stop': Video shows people yank bear cubs from tree for selfie
The incident was captured by a resident of the Asheville apartment complex. One bear cub was found "a bit traumatized." The other cub was not located.
5 min read - PoliticsHuffPost
Seriously?!? Stephen Colbert Spots 'Unsettling' Poll Where Trump Has A Huge Lead
The "Late Show" host breaks down one of the strangest polls you'll ever see.
1 min read - PoliticsThe Daily Beast
Fox News Anchor Reminds GOP Senator That Trump Killed His Border Deal
Fox NewsSen. James Lankford (R-OK), the GOP co-architect of the Senate’s failed immigration bill earlier this year, made what were perhaps his most critical comments yet on Donald Trump’s role in scuttling the legislation, alluding to Fox News Thursday that the former president was motivated by his political self-interest.On Your World, Lankford was confronted by anchor Neil Cavuto about the players behind the bill’s demise.“You are a real gentleman about this, and I know you’re not trying to zi
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Opinion: I survived the Holocaust. What I see happening in Berkeley is frightening
Holocaust survivor Susanne DeWitt reflects on the spike in antisemitism in Berkeley, California — her home of over six decades, and now, a place where Jewish hate has gone unchallenged in public forums, public schools and businesses.
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Bouncer at West Hollywood nightclub arrested after violent altercation
A bouncer at a popular West Hollywood nightclub has been arrested nearly two weeks after allegedly punching a person who was trying to get into the bar in the face so violently that they suffered severe head trauma. The incident, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, occurred on April 5 at around […]
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Nick Cannon WHO? Elephant Man Reveals He Has 38 Kids, And Wouldn’t Mind A Few More
The dancehall legend has no use for condoms...so here we are.
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Tom Cotton, Kari Lake show how much Trump, Republicans have normalized violent rhetoric
Republicans Kari Lake and Sen. Tom Cotton both spouted outrageous violent rhetoric this week, and nobody seems to care. Americans deserve better.
5 min read - EntertainmentTODAY
'SNL' shows behind-the-scenes footage of 'Beavis and Butt-Head' skit that broke Heidi Gardner
Heidi Gardner broke character and laughed in a "Beavis and Butt-Head" sketch on "Saturday Night Live" with Ryan Gosling, Mikey Day and Kenan Thompson.
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Man sets himself on fire outside the courthouse where Trump is standing trial
A man lit himself on fire Friday outside of the courthouse where Donald Trump's criminal trial is taking place, witnesses and police said.
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Clackamas Fire battles blaze at historic Timberline Lodge
Clackamas Fire has confirmed that a fire has broken out on Mt. Hood’s Timberline Lodge Thursday night.
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The Trump Trial Is Already Influencing Public Opinion in Big Ways
This is exactly the kind of movement that could determine the election.
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3 Reasons the End of This Social Security Spousal Rule Can Help Boost Your Retirement Budget
For decades, a Social Security spousal rule has allowed recipients to switch between their benefits and their spouse's to receive the maximum amount. That rule is scheduled to end this year for...
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Iran signals no plan to retaliate against Israel after drone attack
DUBAI/JERUSALEM (Reuters) -Explosions echoed over an Iranian city on Friday in what sources said was an Israeli attack, but Tehran played down the incident and indicated it had no plans for retaliation - a response that appeared gauged towards averting region-wide war. Iran's foreign minister said the drones, which the sources said Israel launched against the city of Isfahan, were "mini-drones" and that they had caused no damage or casualties. The limited scale of the attack and Iran's muted r
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Dear Abby: My hippie cousin’s armpit hair is ruining my wedding
Dear Abby weighs in on a guest whose appearance may be a distraction at her cousin's wedding and a gym instructor who makes her distaste for a student known.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene Gets Brutal New Nickname From 'Daily Show' Host Dulcé Sloan
Republicans also received a harsh home truth from the comedian.
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These are the 14 lawmakers who voted against condemning Iran’s attack on Israel
An overwhelming majority of the House voted Thursday on a resolution to condemn Iran’s recent attack on Israel. However, 14 members voted against the resolution: 13 Democrats and one Republican. The group of Democrats includes “squad” members Reps. Jamaal Bowman (N.Y.) and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (N.Y.), while Rep. Thomas Massie (Ky.) was the lone Republican to…
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The Best Frozen Pizzas You Can Buy at the Grocery Store
Two really stood out as clear winners!
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Man shoots himself inside Tulane School of Medicine, causing closure
Tulane University School of Medicine officials asked students, staff and nearby residents to avoid the area due to police presence on campus on Friday, April 19.
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I raised my son in Germany until he was 6. Now, we're back in the US, and my family is going through reverse culture shock.
As an American mom raising her son in Berlin, the author rarely saw parents correcting bad behavior. Now, living in New York, she's surprised by how many rules are enforced.
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Cleaning up from storm damage across the St. Louis region
ST. LOUIS — Severe storms on Thursday evening caused significant damage across the St. Louis region. A suspected tornado in Prairietown, Illinois destroyed a farm that had been there for nearly a century. The storm also left behind damaged tree limbs and downed power lines in the area. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, as no […]
1 min read - SportsThe Guardian
NBA playoffs 2024 predictions: the winner, key players and dark horses
Our writers pick the winner, key players and dark horses as the NBA postseason gets into full swing
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Trump Media warns Nasdaq of suspected market manipulation
Trump Media alerted Nasdaq Inc. on Thursday of suspected illegal short-selling activity that may be considered market manipulation, according to a letter Devin Nunes, the CEO of Trump Media, sent to the chair and CEO of Nasdaq.
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Kyrie Irving says he ‘grew up in a time’ when you had to try out for USA Basketball after omission from Paris 2024
Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving said he “just didn’t fit” into the 12-man basketball roster selected to represent Team USA at the upcoming Olympic Games.
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"Other People Notice": 32 Little Things Couples Do That Make People Think Their Relationship Won't Last
"When they get a tattoo of each other's names. As a tattoo artist, the number of names I've covered up is actually sadly hilarious."
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Lawrence O'Donnell Scorches Fox's 'Newest Liar' Jesse Watters Over Trump Jury Claim
O'Donnell took aim at Watters and his predecessors in the prime-time slot at what he called "the lying channel."
2 min read - EntertainmentElle
Taylor Swift Doesn’t Hide the Travis Kelce References in ‘The Alchemy’
The singer doesn’t hide the Travis Kelce references in the Tortured Poets Department track. Read the full lyrics here.
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A Study Has Revealed The Biggest Risk Factors For Getting Early Dementia, And Knowledge Is Power
Genetics is only one piece of the puzzle.
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Beijing half marathon: Top three stripped of medals after investigation
The top three finishers of the Beijing half marathon are stripped of their medals after an investigation into the controversial result.
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"An Anti-Inflammatory Diet Is A Good Idea For Anyone To Follow" — Doctors Shared The Food And Drinks That Could Be Causing Your Joints To Ache
Science shows a direct connection between diet and inflammatory arthritis. Here’s how you can craft your meals to promote healing, not hurting.
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Maryland teenager accused of plotting school shooting in 129-page document
A Maryland high school student has been charged with planning to carry out a school shooting, after authorities discovered a journal where he'd set out his intentions in detail and said he wanted to be famous.
3 min read - SportsAssociated Press
Coyotes' move to Salt Lake City elicits opposing responses in 2 cities
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman sat next to the former Arizona Coyotes owner in a downtown Phoenix hotel meeting room, trying to put a positive spin on the funeral for a franchise. Late Friday afternoon, Bettman will sit next to the new Coyotes owner in Salt Lake City to bask in the excitement of the league's newest city and a fan base that had been itching for another team to join the NBA's Utah Jazz. "If you look back from the perspective over the last three decades, the NHL support for hockey
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Bill Barr Basically Agrees With Donald Trump About Us “Vermin”
Has everyone forgotten about Barr’s 2018 Notre Dame speech? Well, I’m here to remind you.
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2 men whacked stranger with bat on Queens street: NYPD
JAMAICA ESTATES, Queens (PIX11) — Two men whacked a stranger in the head with a bat while he was walking home on a Queens street last weekend, police said. The suspects attacked the 22-year-old man near 189th Street and Aberdeen Road in Jamaica Estates at around 7:05 p.m. on April 13, according to the NYPD. […]
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Matt Gaetz attended 2017 party where minor and drugs were present, woman's sworn statement obtained by Congress claims
The House Ethics Committee is investigating whether or not Rep. Matt Gaetz used illicit drugs as a member of Congress, multiple sources familiar with the committee's work told ABC News. Committee investigators have inquired about whether Gaetz was under the influence of drugs at parties in Florida after becoming a member of Congress in 2017, according to the sources. According to a sworn written statement that has been obtained by the Ethics committee, a woman says that in summer of 2017, when
5 min read - USWCMH
Columbus-area neighbors frustrated by ‘drag racing’ on Interstate 270
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Neighbors near the northwest side of I-270 are outraged after hearing the loud traffic noise of speeding vehicles emanating from the highway. Community members took to social media to express their concerns about illegal street racing late Saturday that they say has been happening for years. In response to a post […]
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Kirk Cameron recalls questionable encounters with convicted child molester Brian Peck on “Growing Pains” set
"It's shocking," the actor said. "It's sickening."
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Mandisa, former ‘American Idol’ contestant and Grammy winner, dies at 47, reports say
She died at her home in Nashville, Tennessee, her team said.
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I’ve Been Shopping at Costco for 12 Years — This Is the Frozen Dinner Shortcut I’m Buying All Spring
It’s perfect for nights you don’t feel like cooking.
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Here Are 10 Proven Scientific Reasons Why Tall People Have It Better, And We Need To Know If You Agree
This goes out to anyone who has been asked, “How’s the weather up there?” in their lifetime.
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Border state lawmaker sounds alarm on bloodthirsty Venezuelan gang entering US: ‘They have no rules’
A Republican congressman whose constituents are on the frontline of the ongoing crisis at the southern border is warning about the dangers of a Venezuelan street gang.
3 min read - BusinessMoneywise
Florida man slapped with $143,000 phone bill after a 3-week trip to Europe. How to avoid the same bill shock
How to avoid similar bill shock when traveling outside the U.S.
4 min read - USFox News
Squatter charged after allegedly taking over $1M property, getting homeowner arrested for changing locks
Brian Rodriguez, 35, faces a litany of charges after allegedly squatting in Adele Andaloro's Queens home. Andaloro was arrested earlier this year for changing the locks.
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‘I Had No Idea That Line Would Precede Me For The Rest Of My Life’: Matthew McConaughey Shares The Real Origin Story Behind His Infamous ‘Alright, Alright, Alright’ Line
"Alright, alright, alright" and Matthew McConaughey go hand in hand, the actor explained the origin of the Dazed and Confused line.
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A sheriff, a felon and a conspiracy theorist walk into a hotel. They’re there for the same conference.
The Constitutional Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association conference in Las Vegas drew felons, disgraced politicians, election deniers and conspiracy theorists.
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Caitlin Clark's exploding value: List of Fever star's endorsements and contract details
Caitlin Clark's net worth has increased by her salary from the WNBA and her endorsement deals which will only continue to grow.
2 min read - SportsBroncos Wire
Leaked uniform details emerge for Broncos’ new helmets
Mario Vetanze says the Broncos will have three helmet shells: primary matte navy, alternate white and a blue throwback.
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Someone spiked the chowder with PCP on the set of 'Titanic' in 1996 — and we might finally find out how it happened
The "Titanic" PCP incident is one of the longest-running mysteries in movie history. The unredacted police report may finally be made public in May.
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Texans unveil new H logo on alternate helmets
The Texans have confirmed they'll wear an alternate helmet with a new logo this season.
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Travis Barker Posts Adorable Pic of Baby Rocky Snuggling With Kourtney Kardashian on Her Birthday
The mother of four turned 45 on Thursday (April 18).
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‘Unique’ 500-year-old chest — intended for battle — found on shipwreck in Sweden
Divers had noticed the chest before, but its contents remained a mystery — until now.
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Stephen Stills on the romance that drove a classic and the making of his first solo album
Growing tired of the tensions in CSN&Y, Stephen Stills moved to the UK to record his debut album, with a little help from Jimi, Ringo and Eric
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I tried store-brand peanut butter from Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Costco, and Wegmans. My kids couldn't get enough of the winner.
I tried and ranked peanut butter from different grocery stores, including Whole Foods, Costco, Trader Joe's, and Wegmans, to find the best spread.
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Kevin O’Leary: This Is the Magic Number You Need To Contribute To Your 401(k) To Retire a Millionaire
It is possible to retire a millionaire on an average income -- but it requires discipline. Check Out: 7 Bills You Never Have To Pay When You RetireTry This: How To Get $340 Per Year in Cash Back on...
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Why Fans Are Convinced the Last Verse of Taylor Swift's Song "Clara Bow" Is About Olivia Rodrigo
Fans think Taylor Swift's new song "Clara Bow" is about Taylor Swift—check out the lyrics.
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Ex-Prosecutor Explains Why Donald Trump Needs ‘Some Form Of Jail Time’ Soon
The former president has “already had not only one but two bites of the apple," Andrew Weissmann said.
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Texans owner Cal McNair drops photo to confirm new ‘H-Town’ helmet
Houston Texans owner Cal McNair made sure to drop one of the coldest photos online when confirming the new "H-Town" logo.
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Ukraine downs Russian strategic bomber after airstrike kills eight, Kyiv says
KYIV/DNIPRO, Ukraine (Reuters) -Ukraine shot down a Russian strategic bomber on Friday after the warplane took part in a long-range airstrike that killed eight people including two children in the central Dnipropetrovsk region, Kyiv said. Missiles rained down on the city of Dnipro and the surrounding region in the early hours, damaging residential buildings and the main train station. Regional Governor Serhiy Lysak said three people died in Dnipro, including a man whose body was pulled from th
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Rumer Willis’s Daughter Louetta Looks Like a Princess With a Bouquet of Balloons on Her First Birthday
Rumer Willis is officially the mom of a 1-year-old! Her daughter Louetta “Lou” Isley celebrated her first birthday this week, and the proud mom shared several photos to mark the occasion. Our favorite? Sweet Lou looking like a little princess for her birthday! “One whole year with you,” the Sorority Row actress wrote on her …
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The 4-Ingredient Snack I Wait All Year to Make
Salty, sweet, and done in 5 minutes.
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Social Security: Here Are the Best and Worst Ages to Take Benefits, According to Data
Here's what the research says about when to take Social Security.
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Ukraine says it took out one of Russia's supersonic strategic bombers for the first time
Ukraine reports shooting down a Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber for the first time since the 2022 full-scale invasion began.
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Friday NASCAR Xfinity schedule at Talladega Superspeedway
The Talladega Superspeedway weekend begins with qualifying.
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If Congress passes funding, this is how the US could rush weapons to Ukraine for its war with Russia
The Pentagon could get weapons moving to Ukraine within days if Congress passes a long-delayed aid bill. Moving fast is critical, CIA Director Bill Burns said Thursday, warning that without additional aid from the U.S., Ukraine could lose the war to Russia by the end of this year. Pentagon press secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder said, “We would like very much to be able to rush the security assistance in the volumes we think they need to be able to be successful.”
5 min read - PoliticsABC News
House Democrats help Johnson avoid defeat on foreign aid bills, despite GOP defections
The House on Friday cleared a key procedural hurdle in passing foreign aid to Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan, despite dozens of Republican defections, with Democrats helping Speaker Mike Johnson avoid a stinging defeat. The chamber voted 316-94 to advance the bills, setting up Saturday votes on final passage of $95 billion in foreign assistance that has been held up in a political fight in Washington for several months. Procedural votes such as Friday's are typically passed by the House majority a
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Nation's first high-speed rail project continues to expand, creating over 10k jobs: 'We couldn't build this system without them'
"High-speed rail construction has continued to flourish, creating good-paying construction jobs for men and women across the Valley."
2 min read - SportsUSA TODAY Sports
Who will win the Stanley Cup? Predictions for NHL playoffs bracket
USA TODAY Sports makes its Stanley Cup picks, giving the Final matchup and prediction for playoff MVP. Who will win it all?
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Mike Johnson pulls a fast one on Ukraine past a distracted Donald Trump
The House speaker finally got fed up with Republican shenanigans — but he may still end up like Kevin McCarthy
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Odds are shifting for the Commanders QB decision at No. 2
The odds took another dramatic shift Thursday regarding the Commanders the No. 2 pick.
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Prince Harry Offers Rare Peek Into His and Meghan Markle's Montecito Home
Here's what's on the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's bookshelves.
2 min read - PoliticsSlate
Trump’s Only Options for His Defense Are Really Quite Bad
Alvin Bragg’s case will leave little room for the former president’s lawyers.
5 min read - WorldThe Telegraph
Netanyahu has done what the world warned him not to
Israel’s strike on Iran on Friday morning will not come as a surprise to Western observers – but it will cause great concern in Washington and London as the region tips closer towards an all-out war.
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Your Daily Work Horoscope for April 19, 2024
Your Daily Work Horoscope for April 19, 2024. Discover your Daily Work Horoscope for each zodiac sign here.
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Video captures people pulling black bear cubs from trees for photos
No cubs were physically harmed when a group pulled the baby black bears out of trees to take photos.
2 min read - WorldThe Telegraph
Inside Iran’s top secret ‘nuclear energy mountain’
When explosions were heard in the Iranian province of Isfahan early Friday morning the thoughts of many Middle East watchers turned to a very particular target.
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Golden Retriever Tries to Keep His Cool When His ‘Girlfriend’ Spends the Night
He didn't want mom to see them kissing.
2 min read - EntertainmentLouder Sound
Al Kooper: My stories of the Rolling Stones, The Who, Bob Dylan, Joe Walsh and more
He freaked out Lynyrd Skynyrd, produced The Tubes and more, hung out at Keith Moon’s house and had George Harrison hang out at his. He's the legendary Al Kooper
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CNN analyst warns of ‘civil unrest across the country’ if Trump jailed for gag order violation
CNN analyst Mark Preston said he thinks if former President Trump is jailed for violating the gag order in his hush money trial, there would be “civil unrest across the country” and it would help him in the polls. Preston joined CNN’s Jim Acosta and others to discuss the possibility of Judge Juan Merchan putting…
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