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Fox News anchor Dana Perino criticized President Joe Biden and his White House staffers over their refusal to give real answers in a professional setting to questions that the press — and‚ by extension‚ the American people — are asking. Perino‚ who hosts “America’s Newsroom” alongside Bill Hemmer‚ was responding to a clip of the president as he was about to depart the White House aboard Marine One‚ and had stopped briefly to answer a few questions over the noise of the chopper. “I’ve done all I can do‚” Biden said in response to a question about the ongoing chaotic scene at the southern border‚ claiming that he had no authority to act unless Congress moved forward with a bipartisan deal. “Give me the power. I’ve asked for it from the very day I got in office. Give me the Border Patrol‚ give me the people‚ give me the people — the judges. Give me the people who can stop this and make it work —” WATCH: Fox News's @DanaPerino slams the Biden White House as Biden shuffles away towards Marine One: "I find it professionally insulting as someone who used to work there that they think that this is good enough." pic.twitter.com/2d1LPDU419 — RNC Research (@RNCResearch) January 30‚ 2024 Perino held nothing back in her reaction: “That’s terrible to me. That’s terrible!” “If they at the White House communications office want him to make news and want him to take questions‚ do it in a way where the American people‚ our allies‚ and our adversaries can hear him clearly‚ and then you won’t get all the questions as to his mental capacity‚ because you could actually hear him if he’s being coherent‚” she continued. Perino‚ who served as White House Press Secretary under former President George W. Bush‚ added‚ “I’m just‚ I find it professionally insulting as somebody who used to work there‚ that they think that this is good enough for the president to just‚ to take a question like that when you can’t actually hear him above the rotating blades. The other day‚ he was at the Nowhere Coffee Company‚ he answers a very important question about troops that have just been killed? It’s not good enough!” CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP Biden has often been criticized for his failure to give regular press conferences — and for keeping notes and cheat sheets on which reporters to call on and what questions they might ask. But still‚ Perino made it clear that she was willing to give him another chance: “He’s welcome to come on here! We’d love to ask him some questions.”

New Mexico may be small in terms of population‚ but we are the second largest producer of oil. We punch well above our weight when it comes to American energy and that’s becoming a problem for President Joe Biden. New polling data show Biden’s support in our state plummeting. With an approval rating of just 41% and a disapproval rating of 57%‚ Biden finds himself 16 points underwater. This decline is particularly worrying for the President‚ given that he won New Mexico by a comfortable 10-point margin during the 2020 election. One of the significant concerns for Biden is the erosion of his support among Hispanics. While a 2022 poll indicated a 53% approval rating among the Hispanic community‚ that number has dropped dramatically to a mere 36% today. This marks a significant 17-point dip in less than two years. Keep in mind‚ Hispanics make up more of the population in New Mexico than in any other state. We are a minority-majority state. If they’re abandoning Biden here‚ they’re likely doing so in other states too. The top issues of concern in New Mexico revolve around the economy‚ crime‚ illegal immigration‚ and the cost of living. Unfortunately for Biden‚ these are precisely the areas where he is failing to resonate with voters. A particularly contentious issue is Biden’s complete embrace of the green agenda. Having worked in the natural gas industry for 30 years‚ this is personal for me. A staggering 54% of New Mexicans believe the oil and natural gas industry is the most crucial sector for the state’s economy‚ surpassing all other industries combined. Despite New Mexico being the nation’s second-largest oil producer‚ Biden often attacks this vital industry. Recently‚ his administration canceled all exports of liquefied natural gas‚ a devastating blow for our foreign buyers‚ our allies in Europe. Adding insult to injury‚ the recent actions of President Joe Biden and New Mexico’s Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham regarding the imposition of regulations on natural gas production in our state are concerning to say the least. Despite New Mexico’s position as a national energy leader‚ these onerous rules seem to be aimed at hindering rather than promoting the industry that supports our state. It is particularly disheartening to note that these regulations were announced by the Biden administration and Governor Grisham while they attended an elitist United Nations climate conference in Dubai. This exclusive gathering‚ held thousands of miles away from our state‚ hardly seems like an appropriate venue for discussing and implementing policies that will directly impact our energy industry. Furthermore‚ the practical result of these regulations is effectively a tax on natural gas production. This additional financial burden on the industry can only serve to stifle growth and hinder job creation in our state. It is puzzling why our leaders would choose to impose such fees when New Mexico plays such a crucial role in meeting the nation’s energy needs. Additionally‚ electric vehicles (EVs) have become a contentious topic in New Mexico. While Governor Grisham was on Biden’s shortlist for vice president and is pushing for EV mandates‚ it is evident that New Mexicans oppose such measures. A staggering 59% of voters oppose EV mandates‚ with 72% believing they will lead to increased costs. This opposition to EVs further compounds Biden’s difficulties in securing support from the citizens of New Mexico. WATCH: “The Divided States of Biden with Ben Shapiro” on DailyWire+ If the economy is the primary concern‚ Biden’s pursuit of the green agenda is undoubtedly a major obstacle to overcome in this small state. With the majority of New Mexicans understanding the pivotal role that the oil and natural gas industry plays in their economy‚ the president’s attacks on this sector have been met with strong resistance. Furthermore‚ the push for EV mandates has faced overwhelming opposition‚ with voters expressing concerns over increased costs. The results speak for themselves: what is important to the people isn’t important to Joe Biden. He could be focusing on policies that prioritize the state’s economic growth‚ address crime concerns‚ tackle illegal immigration effectively‚ and alleviate the rising cost of living‚ but his agenda won’t allow it. Our little state is sending a big message to Joe Biden‚ but it’s doubtful he will ever listen. * * * Senator David Gallegos (R) represents some of the most productive energy land in the entire country. He worked for over 30 years in the natural gas industry before being elected to the state legislature in 2013 where he continually fights for American energy independence‚ 2nd Amendment rights‚ and the Right-to-Life. Senator Gallegos proudly lives in the Permian Basin in the town of Eunice‚ New Mexico with his wife. The views expressed in this piece are those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the Daily Wire.

Country superstar Reba McEntire is coming to NBC where she will headline a yet-untitled sitcom that has scored a pilot order for the network. The 68-year-old country singer will team up once again with former “Reba” showrunner Kevin Abbott‚ who will write the script for the project‚ according to The Hollywood Reporter. The music legend will also work with executive producers from “Reba‚” Michael Hanel and Mindy Schultheis‚ on the project‚ Deadline noted. The series will reportedly center around the music legend whose character is less than pleased to learn she has a half sister and a new business partner after inheriting her father’s restaurant. Reba McEntire to Headline New Sitcom a Decade After Her Last Turn as a TV Leading Lady — Get the Details! https://t.co/i6kiDGACBL — People (@people) January 30‚ 2024 In addition to the previous team who worked on her popular WB/CW series joining the show‚ Julie Abbott will also executive produce the new comedy‚ Deadline noted. McEntire’s “Reba” series debuted in 2001 and ran for six seasons. The hitmaker previously talked about the idea of rebooting the series with stars such as Steve Howey‚ Christopher Rich‚ JoAnna Garcia‚ among others‚ E! News noted. “We talked about that a lot‚” McEntire exclusively told the outlet in 2023. “I don’t think that’s ever going to come to fruition‚ but maybe one of these days.” Last year‚ Reba added to her acting credits when she starred in the ABC series “Big Sky.” She appeared in the series’ third season where she played Sunny Barnes alongside real life boyfriend Rex Linn‚ Deadline noted. The untitled “Reba” comedy is the first pilot order of NBC’s for the 2024 season which was greatly impacted by last year’s writers’ and actors’ strikes‚ THR noted. CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP NFL and Roc Nation recently dropped news — via posts on X — that this year’s “Super Bowl LVIII Pregame Lineup” includes McEntire performing “The Star Spangled Banner.” The “Fancy” hitmaker later shared the news with her followers and wrote‚ “I’m honored to be part of something as big and historic as the Super Bowl coming to Las Vegas for the first time!” Reba‚ a three-time Grammy Award winner‚ spoke to CBS Mornings about getting the call to perform on the world’s biggest stage and admitted at first she wanted to think about it. However‚ Linn spoke up immediately and said excitedly‚ “Yes she’ll do it‚ absolutely.” Related: Country Music Star Will Perform National Anthem At Super Bowl LVIII

Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) sparked calls for her removal from Congress over the weekend after she made remarks at an event in Minnesota in which she told a group of Somalis that she is advocating for Somalia — where she was born and raised during her early years — while serving in the U.S. Congress. A three-minute video clip of Omar went viral on Sunday that appears to have been translated by alleged officials from Somaliland‚ a breakaway region in Somalia that has claimed its independence from Somalia for decades but is not recognized by any other countries as being a sovereign state. Omar made the remarks on Saturday while speaking at an event at the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis celebrating the recent re-election of Said Abdullahi Deni as the President of the Puntland State of Somalia. Omar’s remarks come as there have been recent tensions between Ethiopia and Somalia over Somaliland. Ethiopia reportedly came to an agreement with Somaliland that would recognize Somaliland as a country independent from Somalia in exchange for Ethiopia‚ which is a landlocked country‚ gaining access to 12 miles of the coastline in the region through a lease agreement. Somalia flatly rejected the agreement‚ saying in a statement: “There is no space for mediation unless Ethiopia retracts its illegal [memorandum of understanding] and reaffirms the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Somalia.” According to a professional translation of Omar’s remarks acquired by The Daily Wire from an international translation service‚ Omar referenced the agreement between Ethiopia and Somaliland: “A few days ago‚ we heard the news about some people claiming to be Somalis getting into an agreement with Ethiopia.” Omar continued: I got calls from a lot of people saying‚ “Ilhan‚ you need to talk to the U.S. government; what is the government of the U.S. doing?'”My answer to their question was that the U.S. government will do what we tell them to do about it. We need to be confident in ourselves. We live in this country; it is the country that we pay tax to‚ and it is the country that one of your daughters is in. As long as I am in the U.S. Congress‚ no one will take a way in the Somali sea or water. And I will not support the U.S. government in supporting other people to rob us. Rest assured that it will not happen‚ Minnesota. The lady that you sent to Congress knows about you‚ and she feels your interest like you all do. Omar thanked Somali President Hassan Sheikh for “reminding everyone that even if Somalia is in crisis‚ we are people of talent who know their country and whose country cannot be put in danger.” “I want to congratulate the Somalis in Minnesota and the Somalis everywhere on how you all are united and how you all supported our President‚ who needs our support‚” she concluded‚ according to the translation. “Somalia is Somalia‚ and Somalis are all one; we are all brothers and sisters. No one can divide our land; we are missing land‚ and we will search for it soon. No one will divide whatever land that we have now.” A translation of Omar’s remarks that appeared in the video clip that went viral on social largely aligns with the translation provided to the The Daily Wire in conveying Omar’s overarching message‚ which is that she is advocating for her homeland from inside the U.S. Congress‚ and that it seems to be one of her top priorities‚ if not her top priority. Omar clearly signaled that she is working in Congress to protect Somalia and make sure that “Somalia will never be in danger‚” remarks that were included in the viral translation and verified by INGCO International‚ the service The Daily Wire contracted to perform the translation. The congresswoman asserted that Somalis love their homeland and promised that she is working “day and night to protect your interest.” Omar responded to the viral translation in a post on her X account: “It’s not only slanted but completely off‚ but I wouldn’t expect more from these propagandists.” Numerous top Republican politicians and conservative figures slammed Omar over her remarks. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis responded to the video clip: “Expel from Congress‚ denaturalize and deport!” “Listen to it all‚” said Donald Trump Jr. “It’s not hyperbole when we say our representatives are putting America last.” House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-MN) responded: “Ilhan Omar’s appalling‚ Somalia-first comments are a slap in the face to the Minnesotans she was elected to serve and a direct violation of her oath of office. She should resign in disgrace.” CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP “What if @Ilhan fought for Somalia from Somalia?” asked Rep. Mike Collins (R-GA). “Might be time to discuss expelling another member of Congress.” Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) commented in-part: “She flaunts using her position as congresswoman to protect Somalia’s border while our border is invaded by MILLIONS of illegals who are a danger to America.” Rep. Diana Harshbarger (R-TN) posted on X: “Terrorist sympathizer Ilhan Omar has shown her true colors. Her treasonous comments and allegiance to Somalia are a violation of her oath of office. Our elected officials have a duty to our nation‚ and our nation only. We must be vigilant when deciding who is allowed to enter our country.”

An agency of Nashville‚ Tennessee’s city government created to promote the arts has set out to allocate taxpayer-funded grants on the basis of race‚ hoping to leverage their funding to achieve “anti-racist outcomes.” The Metro Nashville Arts Commission’s director‚ Daniel Singh‚ outlined his goal to encourage “anti-racist outcomes” through the use of arts grants‚ hoping to return “land‚ money and narrative resources to Indigenous‚ African and Asian peoples within the ‘cultural community‚’” an investigation from The Pamphleteer‚ a local Nashville media outlet‚ revealed. Singh’s vision for the Metro Nashville Arts Commission was articulated in a presentation called “What Could An Anti Racist Cultural Planning Process Look Like.” The presentation endorsed the tenets of Critical Race Theory and the Diversity‚ Equity‚ and Inclusion (DEI) agenda‚ even claiming that “‘Race’‚ ‘the arts’‚ and ‘white people’ emerged at a similar point in history and worked together to facilitate the development of colonial and imperialism.” One slide of the presentation‚ titled “Example Principles of Antiracist Strategies‚” explains that the Metro Arts should seek to destabilize the “Pan European project of Whiteness” and “disrupt the invisibility of Whiteness” by disempowering “art forms that maintain frames of European Supremacy.” https://twitter.com/realpamphleteer/status/1749865270695559303 Another slide‚ called “Metro Arts’ Equity Framework” clearly articulates the commission’s intent to give out taxpayer money to grantees on the basis of their race in order to “deeply disrupt systemic inequities.” “Metro Arts’ is committed to consistently meeting criteria for antiracist reform‚ centering People of the Global Majority in decision-making‚ material benefit‚ and distribution of resources‚” the slide reads. The presentation was created in conjunction with Hillombo LLC‚ a Pennsylvania-based consulting organization that uses “critical pedagogy …. Marxism‚ and Critical Race Theory” to create an alternative to the “white racial frame.” While the commission asks grant applicants whether or not their organization qualifies as “BIPOC-led‚” Metro Legal Director Wally Dietz has stated that the commission asks “for demographic purposes‚ not for the purpose of prioritizing certain applicants” when asked if Metro Arts could be hit with Title VI lawsuits. The revelations come as millions of dollars worth of operating grants from the Commission have not been dispersed to grantees‚ with Singh unwilling to explain why the grants remain unpaid. Last month‚ Metro Nashville stated that it would audit the Arts Commission.