Bucks County Board of Commissioners Chair Diane Ellis-Marseglia (D) is backpedaling on her pledge to count illegal ballots in the Senate election between Democratic incumbent Bob Casey and Republican challenger Dave McCormick.While multiple news outlets declared McCormick the winner, Casey has refused to concede the race, instead demanding a recount since the results were within the 0.5% margin that could trigger such a review.'Misinterpretation of [an] inartfully worded statement on my part.'The recount has sparked concerns about election integrity after Ellis-Marseglia basically admitted she planned to defy the Pennsylvania Supreme Court's order not to count undated or misdated mail ballots."People violate laws any time they want," Ellis-Marseglia stated. "So, for me, if I violate this law it's because I want a court to pay attention. There's nothing more important than counting votes." Again, on Monday, the state's Supreme Court ruled that undated and misdated ballots cannot be counted.Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley accused Democrats of "brazenly trying to break the law by attempting to count illegal ballots" to "steal the seat" from the Republican candidate."The RNC has filed four lawsuits over this already and will fight for as long as necessary," Whatley said. "This is the exact kind of left-wing election interference that undermines voter confidence."On Monday, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) broke his silence on the matter, claiming that there was "a lack of legal clarity surrounding undated mail-in ballots that caused significant confusion and put counties in a challenging legal position."He stated that county officials "were damned if they did and damned if they didn't — likely facing legal action no matter which decision they made on counting.""As we move forward, I want to be clear: any insinuation that our laws can be ignored or do not matter is irresponsible and does damage the faith in our electoral process," Shapiro stated, presumably referring to Ellis-Marseglia's previous statement."The rule of law matters in this Commonwealth, and as I have always said, it is critical for counties and officials in both parties to respect it with both their rhetoric and their actions," he added.Whatley called Shapiro's statement "better late than never.""Heartening to see. Once Democrats came to the conclusion that even ignoring the Pennsylvania Supreme Court can't scrape up enough ballots to win ... Governor Shapiro suddenly discovers that he stands with the rule of law," Whatley said.Later that day, Ellis-Marseglia appeared to backpedal on her previous comments, according to a report from the Philadelphia Inquirer.She blamed a "misinterpretation of [an] inartfully worded statement on my part.""I apologize for all the upset and confusion it caused," she said.Ellis-Marseglia claimed that the court's reaffirmed ruling on Monday provided some much-needed clarity."This is exactly what I was hoping for, for the court to weigh in and give us clarity," she said. "We were under a stay, and now we have full clarity."Blaze News reached out to Bucks County District Attorney Jennifer Schorn to determine whether her office plans to open an investigation into the matter. However, Schorn did not respond to a request for comment.Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!

House Oversight Committee Chairman Rep. James Comer (R-Ky.) announced on Tuesday that another whistleblower has come forward to accuse the Federal Emergency Management Agency of political discrimination.The new development followed a House Transportation and Infrastructure hearing where Congress members grilled FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell about a now-terminated hurricane relief supervisor who admitted to ordering workers to avoid homes with signs supporting President-elect Donald Trump.In the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, then-supervisor Marn'i Washington gave the directive to her team while administering aid in Lake Placid, Florida. She claimed the instruction was in accordance with FEMA's "avoidance" and "de-escalation" tactics to avoid "politically hostile" homes."This is not isolated," Washington stated, adding that the avoidance doctrine was also deployed outside Florida.During Tuesday's congressional hearing, Criswell rejected Washington's claims, insisting that the incident was isolated to the single rogue employee. She noted that an ongoing internal investigation had not found any evidence of a culture of political discrimination."I do not believe that this employee's actions are indicative of any widespread cultural problems at FEMA. FEMA, however, has taken appropriate action to ensure that this matter is fully investigated, and I am committed to ensuring that nothing like this ever happens again," Criswell told the committee."We are working with the inspector general to determine whether or not this is broader than this, but the evidence that I have seen so far shows that this was an isolated incident, and it has not gone beyond what this one employee did," she stated.However, after the hearing, Comer revealed that a second whistleblower had stepped forward with similar accusations. Comer shared the development in a post on X, writing, "My staff just made contact with a new whistleblower who provided a credible account that a FEMA contractor visited the home of an elderly disabled veteran's family around October 10.""While there, he recommended that the family remove Trump campaign materials and signs from their house and yard, stating that his FEMA supervisors view Trump supporters as domestic terrorists," Comer continued. "The elderly homeowners were so frightened by this and afraid that they would not recover their loss that they removed the signs. Nevertheless, FEMA has not returned to their residence."He noted that the alleged incident took place in Georgia, not Florida.FEMA did not respond to a request for comment from the New York Post. — (@) Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!

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Thanksgiving isn’t complete without a sweet finish and there are so many Thanksgiving desserts to choose from. We need at least 2 pies for our Thanksgiving meal and usually a third non-pie dessert. Pecan pie is a must every year. The other ones are subject to change. The great thing about pies is they can be made a day or even two in advance without sacrificing any flavor. Below you will find lots of pie recipes plus a few cakes and cupcakes. There should be something for even the pickiest of eaters. Pecan Pie Recipes Salted Caramel Pecan Pie This Salted Caramel Pecan Pie recipe takes pecan pie to a new level. It has a deep caramel flavor and a teaspoon of sea salt really accentuates this flavor and creates that wonderful salty/sweet combo that is so popular in desserts. As with any pecan pie, I really like it served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or fresh whipped cream. Mocha Pecan Pie This is another pecan pie with extra flavor. Both coffee and chocolate make this Mocha Pecan Pie an exceptionally flavored pie. Crock Pot Pecan Pie Did you know you can make pecan pie in a slow cooker? You can. This Crock Pot Pecan Pie sets up fabulously and frees up valuable oven space. This Pecan Pie Cake tastes just like pecan pie but in cake form. I think it tastes even better than pecan pie. It’s made from a box of butter pecan cake mix with lots of butter, brown sugar, and eggs added. Pecan Pie Cupcakes have a gooey pecan pie filling in the middle and are topped with a creamy brown sugar buttercream. There’s no better cupcake for Thanksgiving. These cupcakes have so much buttery, crunchy pecan flavor! Pecan Pie Cheesecake is perfect for when you want something sweet, but not something sickeningly sweet. You still get to enjoy the flavor of a pecan pie, but the cheesecake layer cuts down on the sweetness. Pecan Pie Bubble Up– only 7 ingredients needed for this easy dessert that tastes just like pecan pie. Refrigerated buttermilk biscuit dough forms the base of this recipe. Pecan Pie Cobbler is a warm, gooey southern dessert with the wonderful crunch of pecans. So much easier to make than a pie, but it has all the flavor of a pecan pie. Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Desserts Southern Sweet Potato Pie is a southern tradition for fall and Thanksgiving. It’s a simple pie made from fresh sweet potatoes, sugar, eggs, flour and fall spices. So easy to make and I love its beautiful orange hue. Marshmallow Pumpkin Pie in a gingersnap crust is a must make fall recipe for pumpkin lovers. This pie is so easy and the marshmallows give it a light texture and really help it set up well. Pecan pie isn’t the only pie that can be made in a slaow cooker. This Crock Pot Pumpkin Pie is unbelievably easy to make. Tastes great too. Pumpkin Praline Torte has two layers of moist pumpkin cake flavored with fall spices and a sweet and crunchy praline topping. It is layered and topped with fresh whipped cream. Pumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust topped with salted caramel sauce is a wonderful combination of flavors. Pumpkin Cake with Rum Glaze– this doctored cake mix recipe is so moist and full of fall spices. Pumpkin Caramel Poke Cake– turn a box of spice cake mix into the most delicious fall dessert. A wonderfully spiced cake is drizzled with caramel sauce and slathered with cream cheese frosting. A Pumpkin Cake Roll flavored with fall spices and filled with a cream cheese filling just may be the perfect fall pumpkin dessert.  Butterscotch Pumpkin Trifle is a delightful fall and holiday dessert. Layers of crumbled spice cake, butterscotch/pumpkin pudding, and Cool Whip combine to create a gorgeous rich and creamy dessert. More Thanksgiving Desserts An Old-Fashioned Chocolate Meringue Pie with a rich custard filling, a light and airy meringue and a tender pie crust always brings back memories of childhood. Nothing beats homemade pie just like grandma’s pie. Chocolate Chess Pie is one of the easiest pies ever. The ingredient list is short and you are likely to alreay have them on hand. I love the rich chocolate flavor of this pie. This Toffee Nut Pie is like Pecan Pie but with so much more flavor. A combination of almonds, pecans, and toffee bits pack this pie with flavor. This is one of my all-time favorite pies. Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Pie is a classic, traditional southern pie. It’s simple and made from regular ingredients, but it tastes so good. Buttermilk Pie is creamy, sweet heaven. This Oatmeal Pie has a wonderful chewy texture. In addition, it is wonderfully sweet and gooey. Tastes very much like Pecan Pie without the pecans. Southern Praline Bundt Cake is a moist tender bundt cake with the wonderful crunch of pecans and a buttery, sweet praline icing. Butternut Spice Cake with Bourbon Glaze is a moist bundt cake made with butternut squash and lots of fall spices. A bourbon glaze adds to the sweetness. Classsic Southern Pound Cake is such a classic recipe, it’s a welcome addition at any holiday. So many people have told me this is the best pound cake they have ever made or eaten. Sweet Potato Layer Cake– fresh sweet potato, lots of fall spices, a cream cheese frosting and toffee bits make this fall dessert absolutely irresistible. The post Thanksgiving Dessert Recipes appeared first on Spicy Southern Kitchen.

Colin Petersen was one of the founding members of the Bees Gees, serving as their drummer from 1966 until their split three years later.  The talented instrumentalist was confirmed dead at 78 via a recently released statement from the Best of the Bees Gees, an Australian tribute band. His passing came days after Dennis Bryon’s, who also served as the band’s drummer in their peak years. Production manager of the Best of the Bees Gees, Gary Walker, noted that Colin was active and playful before going to bed on Sunday night, and it was shocking to find him dead in his sleep the next morning. Colin Petersen performed the weekend before his death Bee Gees, (l to r): Barry Gibb, Robin Gibb, Vince Melouney, Maurice Gibb, Colin Petersen, ca. 1967/Everett Confirming Gary’s words, Colin gave an energetic performance last weekend at the final show of the Best of the Bees Gees 2024 tour. He played alongside Evan Webster, who revealed that Colin was already looking forward to the next tour. Fans and fellow musicians have taken to social media to pay tribute to Colin, who is survived by his ex-wife, Joanne Newfield, and their sons, Jaime and Ben. The cause of his death is still unknown, and no speculations have made the news yet, as the late talent was generally healthy during his lifetime. Colin Petersen/Facebook Colin Petersen’s legacy He started his show business career as a child actor, starring in multiple films including The Scamp and A Cry From the Streets. He played with a few bands after high school, but stuck with the Bees Gees after meeting Maurice Gibb, who invited him to one of their recording sessions in Sydney. THE SCAMP, (aka STRANGE AFFECTION), from left: Richard Attenborough, Colin Petersen, 1957/Everett Colin was the first unrelated member of the Bees Gees as the rest were brothers, and he joined them to create their earliest albums and hit songs like “To Love Somebody,” and “Words.” The late icon did not consider himself the most skilled drummer, but he credited his prowess to his ability to connect with the songs and keep things simple. Next up: Jim Carrey’s Older Sister Rita Carrey Dies At 68 The post Tributes Pour In As Original Bees Gees Member And Drummer Colin Petersen Dies At 78 appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A

Rita Moreno is getting her very own Barbie doll ahead of her 93rd birthday in December. The tribute toy will drop on November 20, and fans can grab theirs at the Mattel Shop. Rita noted in her statement for Barbie that she hopes her doll inspires girls to be courageous and resilient. She recalled how she fought through past challenges to hit star status, which includes being one of the few 21 people with at least an Emmy, a Grammy, an Academy Award and a Tony. She thanked Mattel for the tribute, adding that it was a pleasure to create the doll with them. Meet Rita Moreno’s Barbie Rita Moreno Barbie Doll/Instagram Rita’s Barbie is a replication of her red carpet appearance at the 34th Oscar ceremony in 1962. She wore a black and gold dress featuring a sweetheart neckline and no sleeves. She accessorized with black evening gloves, black heels and a chic pair of earrings to complement her hairstyle. The senior vice president of Barbie and global head of dolls at Mattel, Krista Berger, highlighted the cultural significance of Rita’s success to the Latino community, adding that it was a delight creating the Tribute Collection doll with her. Other celebrities with their miniatures in the collection include Lucille Ball, Vera Wang, Laverne Cox and Stevie Nicks. Rita Moreno Barbie Doll/Instagram Fans anticipate Rita Moreno’s Barbie doll Rita announced her doll on Instagram, and fans could not conceal their excitement ahead of its debut. “I love all things Rita Moreno and all I want for Christmas is this doll,” a follower stated, while another hailed the star for Puerto Rican excellence. Rita Moreno Barbie Doll/Instagram Some penned an emotional reply about how they have never owned a Barbie or any doll at all but are willing to get Rita’s due to its Latina representation. “This made me cry. My first thought was ‘That’s us!’ … Guess who’s her first Barbie doll ever, THANK YOU SO MUCH,” they gushed. Next up: Molly Ringwald Strikes Perfect Balance Between Festive And Chic With Christmas Decor The post Barbie Honors Rita Moreno With Her Own Doll As She Turns 93 appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A

Judy Garland’s second daughter, Lorna Luft, could not hold back her verdict on Wicked, as she took to Instagram to gush about the upcoming movie. This came after the New York screening of the Jon M. Chu-directed film, which is an adaptation of the hit Broadway musical The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Lorna posted candid photos from the event, including a couple with Jon, and accompanied it with a lengthy note capturing her thoughts. “This movie is astounding! It’s epic, brilliant, touching, and honest. It is breathtaking to look at,” she started. Lorna Luft gushes about ‘Wicked’ online             View this post on Instagram                         A post shared by Lorna Luft (@lornaluftofficial)   Lorna commended the set, costumes, makeup, choreography, music renditions and performances, noting that they were perfect and everything she wanted it to be. She also gave a special shoutout to Jon, noting that he added to The Wizard of Oz family and carried the story forward. The 71-year-old did not forget to praise lead actresses Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, as she gushed about their vocals and chemistry in the movie. “They take you on an emotional roller coaster, and you better hold on tight,” she warned. Michelle Yeoh and Jeff Goldblum were not left out either, as Lorna teased how good Wicked will do once it debuts. Wicked/YouTube video screenshot Fans react as Lorna Luft gushes about ‘Wicked’ Eager fans took to Lorna’s comments with high anticipation for November 22, when Wicked is scheduled to hit US theaters. “I’m so excited to see this film. I’ve been a lifelong fan of Wizard of Oz and your mother,” someone replied, praising Lorna’s mother, Judy. “As a child I would watch Wizard of Oz on repeat.”  Wicked/YouTube video screenshot Judy famously played Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, singing evergreen classics like “Over the Rainbow” in the hit musical. “It is definitely a great counterpart to the original Oz film we all love so much. Ariana and Cynthia are welcomed wholeheartedly to the Oz Hall of Fame next to your dear Mama!” a second fan exclaimed. Next up: Barbie Honors Rita Moreno With Her Own Doll As She Turns 93 The post Judy Garland’s Daughter Lorna Luft Says ‘Wicked’ Is Everything She Expected It To Be appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A

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