Day: January 17, 2025

After a 100-minute meeting with Senate Republicans, President-elect Donald Trump praised what he described as a “very strong” discussion about how to carry out his agenda. At the U.S. Capitol, Trump paid his respects to the late Jimmy Carter just feet away before briefly discussing the encounter with reporters. For a brief moment, Trump fielded questions about the California wildfires, border security, and even former Republican Representative Liz Cheney.“On California, Mr. President,” a reporter inquired. You frequently stated during the pandemic that you [inaudible] didn’t think you should help blue states. Are you open to cooperating with Governor Gavin Newsom in light of your criticism of him? “Oh sure,” Trump said in response. “And do you think California should continue to receive federal aid for however long it takes?” The reporter went on. It’s really unfortunate because I’ve been pleading with Gavin Newsom to let water in. Up there, you have amazing water. They send it out to the Pacific because they are attempting to save a small fish known as the smelt in other places. They also don’t have any water for the smelt’s benefit. In Los Angeles, there was no water in the fire hydrants today. That was… CONTINUE READING…

After missing President Jimmy Carter’s funeral, former First Lady Michelle Obama will not be present at President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on Monday. “Former President Barack Obama is scheduled to attend the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies,” the Office of Barack and Michelle Obama confirmed in a statement to the Associated Press. Michelle Obama, the former first lady, will not be present at the forthcoming inauguration. Michelle Obama extended her holiday vacation in Hawaii, the birthplace of President Barack Obama, and missed President Jimmy Carter’s funeral at the Washington National Cathedral on Thursday, citing a “scheduling conflict.” Since her mother, Marian Robinson, passed away in May, the former first lady has kept a lower public profile. She spoke about the profound impact her grief had on her during the August Democratic National Convention. She said to a crowded crowd at Chicago’s United Center, “I still feel her loss so profoundly—I wasn’t even sure I’d be steady enough to stand before you tonight.” Prior to Election Day, Michelle Obama headlined several campaign events for Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris, demonstrating her political activism despite her personal struggles. Barak Obama, her spouse, will be there.Despite his wife Michelle’s absence, which should come as a… CONTINUE READING…

When a couple from Los Angeles left their home for separate trips out of state, they could not have foreseen the wildfires that would break out in their neighborhood, leaving their three dogs in danger. Thanks to the selfless actions of two CBS employees, a heartwarming rescue unfolded amidst the chaos. On January 7, 2025, as the Palisades fires raged through Los Angeles, Andrea and Sixuan Pasinetti were away. Andrea was in San Francisco for work, while Sixuan was overseas. They had entrusted their three dogs—Alma, Archie, and Hugo—to a dogsitter, but the sitter was unable to reach their home due to road closures. The flames rapidly approached the couple’s neighborhood on Lachman Lane, putting the pets in grave danger. Desperate to save his beloved dogs, Andrea immediately booked a flight back to Los Angeles. “The flight into [Los Angeles] was definitely very, very hard because we just didn’t have any information,” Andrea shared in an emotional interview with CBS News. A friend met him at the airport with blankets and fire-retardant materials, ready for a daring rescue mission. However, as they neared the house, law enforcement roadblocks thwarted their progress. “It’s this feeling of helplessness and devastation,” Andrea recalled…. CONTINUE READING…