On Thursday, the Democrat-controlled Senate once again rejected a border security bill that failed to pass earlier this year. “The Border Act,” which got blocked in February when linked to foreign aid, failed to meet the 60-vote threshold as a standalone measure to have the upper chamber invoke cloture and proceed with consideration. Fifty members voted against advancing the bill, while only 43 members voted in favor of moving forward with the legislation, which Senate Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) resurrected in the past week. One of the members who spent months helping to craft the bill, Sen. James Lankford (R-OK), came out against how leadership handled reviving the legislation. “I’m making it very clear with my vote that this is a stunt — not an attempt to do anything,” Lankford told Newsmax. “And I’m going to be interested in how many Democrats walk away from this.” Another negotiator, Sen. Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ), delivered a floor speech claiming that Democrats and Republicans have chosen “political theater” over real progress. The bill seeks to tighten up the asylum process and shore up border security to get a grip on the migrant crisis, but many GOP lawmakers argued it would codify President Joe Biden’s “open border” policies. House Republicans warned the bill would be “dead on arrival” if it came their way and instead pushed for the Senate to pass H.R. 2, a more stringent border security bill they passed last year that Schumer has refused to take up for consideration. Immigration is a top issue heading into the presidential election this November. CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) released a statement after the vote on Thursday, saying Schumer “should join House Republicans in demanding President Biden reverse course and use his executive authority to finally secure the border and protect American families.” Top Democrats accused Republicans of stopping progress toward a solution. “While the GOP isn’t interested today in getting this done — we’ll keep trying. It’s too important to our national security, our communities, our country,” Schumer said on X after the vote on Thursday. Biden claimed Republicans “do not care about securing the border or fixing America’s broken immigration system,” and said he remains “committed to taking action” to address the issue.

A sacred ceremony turned into a terrifying ordeal when a Florida priest was arrested for biting a woman during Communion. The incident, which has left the community in shock, has raised questions about the behavior of religious leaders and the safety of parishioners. The bizarre incident occurred during a routine Sunday mass at a church in Florida. As the congregation lined up to receive Holy Communion, the priest in question suddenly lunged forward and bit a woman on the hand. The woman, who has chosen to remain anonymous, screamed in shock and pain as the priest continued his bizarre behavior. Central Florida priest bites woman after denying her communion, police say https://t.co/fPLLlsuFQf — Josh Mankiewicz (@JoshMankiewicz) May 23, 2024 According to eyewitnesses, the priest appeared to be in a trance-like state and was muttering unintelligibly. He seemed to have no awareness of his actions and had to be restrained by church officials. The victim was rushed to the hospital for treatment while the priest was taken into custody by the police. As news of the incident spread, the community was left reeling in shock. This was not the first time the priest had displayed erratic behavior, and many have expressed concerns about his mental state. Some have even accused the church of not addressing the issue earlier, leading to this disturbing incident. Priest in dispute with woman over communion bites her during Mass, Florida police say https://t.co/jehFvRidtX — Rock Hill Herald (@RHHerald) May 23, 2024 The priest's arrest has also sparked a debate about the emotional and physical safety of parishioners. While many turn to their religious leaders for guidance and support, incidents like this raise questions about trust and accountability. It is essential for religious institutions to have proper protocols in place to ensure the safety of their members. In a statement released by the church, they expressed their shock and regret over the incident and promised to cooperate with the authorities in their investigation. They also offered their prayers and support to the victim and her family. However, this incident has undoubtedly left a stain on the reputation of the church and its leadership. As the investigation continues, many are left wondering what could have led the priest to act in such a violent and disturbing manner. Was it a mental health issue, a momentary lapse of judgment, or something more sinister? Whatever the reason may be, it has undoubtedly shaken the faith and trust of the community. In conclusion, the shocking arrest of a Florida priest for biting a woman during Communion has brought to light important questions about the behavior and accountability of religious leaders. It serves as a reminder that no one is above the law, and institutions must take appropriate measures to ensure the safety of their members. Let us hope that this incident leads to much-needed changes and safeguards in the future. What are YOUR thoughts? We want to hear from you! Please comment below to join the discussion. The post Unholy Communion: The Shocking Arrest of a Florida Priest for Biting a Woman during Mass appeared first on The Conservative Brief.

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