Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani is off to a banner start with a new video telling illegals how to avoid ICE. He’s violating his oath of office before he even gets into office. His plan is to obstruct justice in a city with over 400,000 illegal aliens. According to 2022 data from the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant […] The post Mayor-Elect Mamdani’s Instructional Video on Obstructing ICE appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.

Suspected assassin Luigi Mangione reportedly pumped his fist in court on Monday, as video footage rolled allegedly showing officers finding a loaded magazine in his backpack. According to Fox News, Mangione pumped his fist while sitting in a Manhattan courtroom as body cam footage being played showed Altoona police officer Christy Wasser searching the suspect’s backpack and allegedly finding a magazine with bullets wrapped in wet underwear. “There was another magazine hidden in his underwear,” Wasser says on the video. Another person then says, “it’s f***ing him,” Fox reported. The footage was taken inside a McDonald’s, where Mangione was found after a days-long, nationwide manhunt. The Ivy League grad was then the only suspect in the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Mangione was charged last year with stalking and murdering Thompson. The CEO, a father of two, was shot from behind while walking toward a New York City hotel to attend a corporate investor conference for UnitedHealthcare last December. Prosecution claims Thompson was targeted over the suspect’s grievances with the health insurance industry, citing a “manifesto.” Additionally, recovered shell casings included the inscriptions “delay,” “deny,” and “depose.” 50% off DailyWire+ annual memberships will not return for another year, so don’t miss this deal! Join now at DailyWire.com/cyberweek. Mangione, who has pleaded not guilty on all counts, is facing life in prison for a state case against him, and potentially the death penalty if he’s convicted in a federal case. Currently, the 27-year-old is in week two of a pretrial evidentiary hearing for the state case. His lawyers are asking that key evidence be suppressed in the trial, arguing that the evidence was found on Mangione without a warrant and before Mangione was read his Miranda rights. The evidence in question is crucial to the case, including the 9mm handgun allegedly matching the murder weapon, and a notebook that prosecutors say contains writings revealing Mangione’s motive for the assassination. Mangione’s team also wants statements tossed that the suspect made to police, which they say were made before Mangione was read his Miranda rights. The state is arguing that the search of Mangione’s backpack was lawful and not unreasonable since officers needed to search the suspect’s bag over safety concerns, to make sure there were no weapons or dangerous items on Mangione when they found him at the McDonald’s. The prosecution also argues that Mangione spoke to them voluntarily and before he was in formal custody, so the Miranda requirement doesn’t apply. They also note that the only statement they plan to use is when officers asked Mangione for his name, and he allegedly gave a false name in response. Related: Luigi Mangione Groupies Flock To Courthouse In Support Of Alleged Assassin

Pregnancy loss is a subject that many women don’t want to talk about. The excitement they feel about bringing a new baby into the world and all their dreams come crashing down with insurmountable grief. Some brave souls choose to share their journeys to offer support to other moms and let them know they are not alone. Marissa Blackstock, the wife of Shelby Blackstock and the daughter-in-law of Reba McEntire, recently shared a heart-wrenching social media post about a family loss. “I’ve carried more loss this year than I ever imagined I could. First my brother-in-law, then my dad… and now our little boy. Grief has a way of reshaping your world, and I’ve learned that to survive it, you have to search for even the faintest glimmer of meaning— the small silver thread that helps your heart keep going,” Marissa explained. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Marissa Blackstock (@rissablackstock) The Baby Marked a New Beginning for the Blackstock Family Marissa Blackstock shared that she learned about her baby the day after Thanksgiving. And while she understands the loss occurred very early, she felt her baby’s presence. And even though he wasn’t with her very long, that unborn baby came with big dreams. “I know— it’s so early. But I wanted to acknowledge this for the people who have been excited for us. The ones who’ve followed our journey, our family, our heartbreaks and our hopes. Life happens quietly sometimes, and it’s such a shame we don’t talk about it more. How can we support one another if we don’t know?” She commented. Marissa made a point to give other parents hope. “And even in the weight of this season, I’m grateful for the light he brought with him; however brief, however delicate,” she wrote. “If you’re walking through your own losses, I hope you find your small threads of light too. Loved ones shared sweet words for the Blackstock family. “So sorry for your loss. You share your feelings so beautifully. You certainly are a strong person,” a note reads. This story’s featured image is by Terry Wyatt/WireImage.

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A tiny rescued kitten is taking a bit longer to develop, but he has a whole team of older cats rooting for him every step of the way. FosterBabyCatsThe rescue journey of a kitten named Cookie Crumb has been nothing short of extraordinary.Cookie Crumb arrived at FosterBabyCats, a volunteer-run rescue, alongside his two siblings. They were immediately placed in an incubator, since kittens under three weeks old can't regulate their body temperature.It quickly became clear that they were likely premature. "Cookie Crumb didn't even have hair on his ears when I got him," Jillian, founder of the rescue, told Love Meow. Cookie CrumbFosterBabyCatsDespite tireless efforts to save all three kittens, Cookie Crumb became the sole survivor. He tackled every feeding with fierce determination and never once gave up.Kittens typically fully open their eyes at around two weeks old, but Cookie Crumb didn't even start peeking until day nineteen. Before he could see, he wiggled across his nest to claim the warmest spot or "bulldozed" his way to the incubator door whenever mealtime approached. FosterBabyCatsTo ensure he never felt lonely, Jillian provided a faux mama cat with a heartbeat, and Cookie Crumb curled beside it for every nap.With his eyes open, he grew bolder and more curious. He'd crawl to the edge of the incubator to demand his bottle. With more enthusiasm than coordination, he managed to climb into the incubator after feeding, only to realize he wasn't ready for another nap. FosterBabyCatsThanks to Jillian's late-night feedings and unwavering care, Cookie Crumb hit another milestone: he began wrestling with his plush toy. Though he moved in slow motion, he chomped and kicked with all the might he could muster before nodding off mid-tussle.He grew attached to his foster mom, often burrowing into her hair for comfort. For the first time, he fell asleep outside the incubator, safely tucked in Jillian's arms. FosterBabyCatsCookie Crumb may be taking more time to develop, but he's growing stronger each day. As a single kitten, he needs feline role models to guide him and teach him boundaries.Once he was big enough to begin weaning, the older cats in the house stepped in to lend their paws. "He is an only kitten, and we are working hard to find him a friend, so a lot of his time is spent with older foster cat 'uncles.'" Cookie Crumb with Dakota and PupFosterBabyCatsDakota, a former stray who traded streets for warm sheets, has become a mentor to orphaned kittens. He took Cookie Crumb under his wing, keeping him clean and showing him the ropes. Pup, a spirited cat who doesn't let paralysis slow him down, enthusiastically joined the grooming brigade.Other cats, Kevin, Chip, Shorty, and Tabby, have also embraced the kitten as one of their own. Cookie Crumb with Tabby and KevinFosterBabyCatsCookie Crumb recently turned one month old and has finally caught up in size. He toddles across every surface he can reach, eager to investigate the world around him. Born with a stubby tail, he wiggles it charmingly as he explores."It doesn't matter what's on (the tablet); he's watching it." FosterBabyCatsThe moment he hears Jillian's voice, he pauses, listening intently and bobbling his head as if agreeing with every word. Surrounded by feline friends and his devoted foster mom, his days are filled with affection and discovery.The highlight of each day is when Cookie Crumb offers the sweetest kisses before he melts contentedly into Jillian's arms. FosterBabyCatsCookie Crumb has come a long way since arriving as a fragile preemie. He has defied the odds at every turn and continues to flourish with the support of his foster family. He may be tiny, but he embodies the heart of a warrior.It won't be long before he masters the art of kitten mischief, following in the pawsteps of the older cats who have been rooting for him from the beginning. FosterBabyCatsShare this story with your friends. More on Cookie Crumb and FosterBabyCats on Instagram and Facebook.Related story: Cat Holds on Tightly to Person After Leaving Kennel, Days Later She Has Four Kittens by Her Side

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Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show has been extended for one more year, according to a statement from the ABC television network.The show was taken off the air in September after Kimmel implied that the suspect in the assassination of Charlie Kirk had been a member of the pro-Trump MAGA movement. The show was returned to broadcast after about six days.'Why do the TV Syndicates put up with it? Also, totally biased coverage. Get the bum off the air!!!'On Monday, Variety reported that sources confirmed the contract deal would keep Kimmel on as the host of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" until at least 2027.Many took the decision as a defiant statement against the wishes of President Donald Trump."These days, it's notable whenever a major media company ignores Trump's pressure and stands with talent. So let's note that Disney has renewed Jimmy Kimmel's contract for another year," CNN media analyst Brian Stelter said.Kimmel appeared to reference the president in a post confirming the deal on Instagram."I am pleased to announce another no-talent year!" he wrote, using an insult Trump had used against him and his show.Stelter went on to claim that Disney, the parent company of ABC, caved to pressure from some viewers who canceled their Disney Plus accounts to protest Kimmel's cancellation."It was clear that Kimmel was the big winner of that episode," he added. "He gained more power and leverage from the outrageous episode of government censorship."RELATED: Jimmy Kimmel's wife has cut off family members over Trump: 'We're not aligned anymore' Kimmel has been hosting the show since January of 2003.He has used the entertainment platform to bash Trump, his policies, and his supporters. The president has responded by issuing fiery insults on social media."Why does ABC Fake News keep Jimmy Kimmel, a man with NO TALENT and VERY POOR TELEVISION RATINGS, on the air?" the president wrote in November. "Why do the TV Syndicates put up with it? Also, totally biased coverage. Get the bum off the air!!!"Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!