Newly-filed arrest affidavits in the case of the murder of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley state that the suspect‚ a 26-year-old illegal immigrant from Venezuela‚ used an object in the crime‚ is accused of “disfiguring her skull‚” and is also accused of dragging her body to a secluded area to hide the fact that he killed her. The allegation against Jose Ibarra of dragging Riley’s body was “was filed to support the charge of concealing the death of another person‚” ABC News reported. The affidavits estimate that Riley was killed between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. on February 22. Riley‚ a nursing student at Augusta University’s Athens campus who was a member of the Alpha Chi Omega sorority‚ was memorialized at a vigil on Monday. “Laken showed devotion with every aspect of her life‚” said Chloe Mullis‚ president of the University of Georgia chapter of Alpha Chi Omega. “Doing things halfway just wasn’t an option. We lost one of the brightest lights that has ever been.” CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP Ibarra was held by Border Patrol on September 8‚ 2022‚ after illegally entering the United States near El Paso‚ Texas‚ but was released for further processing‚ according to U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE). ICE added that at the end of August 2023‚ New York police arrested him and and charged him with acting in a manner to injure a child less than 17 and a motor vehicle license violation. ICE also claimed Ibarra was released before ICE had a chance to request he be held until immigration authorities could put him in custody. Riley’s family released a statement after her death saying in part‚ “Laken was an amazing daughter‚ sister‚ friend and overall person in general. Her love for the Lord was exemplified in every aspect of her life. She will be missed every day‚ but we promise to honor her life moving forward in a very big way. During this most difficult time‚ we ask that you respect our privacy‚ and provide us the time and space necessary to grieve our daughter’s life that was tragically cut short.”

Speaking on his show “The Lead‚” CNN’s Jake Tapper accused Republicans of “obviously seizing” on the murder of a Georgia nursing student that was allegedly committed by an illegal immigrant so the GOP could attack President Joe Biden on his immigration policies. The body of Laken Riley‚ 22‚ who had been jogging on the campus of the University of Georgia‚ was found last week. Police used footage from video cameras to track down Jose Ibarra‚ 26‚ a Venezuelan illegal immigrant who has been named a suspect in the case. “Republicans obviously seizing on this horrific tragedy at the University of Georgia‚” Tapper intoned. “This girl‚ this nursing student‚ killed by an undocumented Venezuelan migrant‚ and they’re seizing on this as an example of Biden’s failure to protect the American people‚ and to secure the border.” Tapper turned to former President Trump’s response: “Today‚ President Trump posted on his social media site Truth Social‚ quote‚ ‘When I am your president‚ we will immediately seal the border‚ stop the invasion. And on day one‚ we will begin the largest deportation operation of illegal criminals in American history. May God bless Laken Riley and her family.’ That’s the poor nursing student that was killed.” “What’s your reaction to that?” Tapper asked political commentator Doug Heye. Heye obliged Tapper by agreeing: “Well‚ first‚ obviously‚ it’s a tragedy and we should — we should recognize that before the politics enter this. But let’s not be naive. Politics enter these things very quickly. And Donald Trump knows how to take advantage of a situation like this and exploit it.” CNN's Jake Tapper whines "Republicans‚ obviously‚ seizing on this horrific tragedy at the University of Georgia."He admits the killer was an illegal but huffs: "They're seizing on this as an example of Biden's failure to protect the American people and secure the border." pic.twitter.com/kKNHFhXVlZ — Nicholas Fondacaro (@NickFondacaro) February 26‚ 2024 Trump was not the only prominent Republican to show his anger at the murder; on Saturday‚ Georgia GOP Governor Brian Kemp fired off a letter to Biden regarding Riley’s death. He wrote: Dear Mr. President: As I have stated many times in the past‚ your actions and those of your administration have resulted in every state in the country experiencing the disastrous impacts of an unsecured U.S. southern border. More than nine million illegal immigrants have crossed the border since you took office — additional‚ unknown number of migrants who were not detained and processed — while at least 58 people on the terror watchlist have been encountered between ports of entry this fiscal year alone. Moreover‚ nearly two thousand pounds of fentanyl and five thousand pounds of methamphetamines were seized at the border in just the month of January. In addition to the serious national security implications of this crisis‚ the increased burden on state and local resources is not only unsustainable‚ it also presents a clear and present danger to our citizens and communities. Laken Riley's tragic death struck the hearts of Georgians everywhere and has sparked national outrage. Joe Biden's failed policies have turned every state into a border state‚ and I'm demanding information from him so we can protect our people when the federal government won’t! pic.twitter.com/wsD4H6BSr6 — Governor Brian P. Kemp (@GovKemp) February 24‚ 2024 Also on Saturday‚ House Speaker Mike Johnson tweeted‚ “The brutal murderer who took the life of Laken was one of the millions of illegal aliens that the Biden Administration simply released and unleashed upon our country. For Laken‚ and the countless many others lost to this border catastrophe‚ House Republicans will continue to fight tooth and nail for a return to law and order.” Every parent‚ and every American‚ is saddened—and outraged—to hear about the loss of University of Georgia student Laken Riley. Our prayers are with her family and friends as they mourn this tragedy. The brutal murderer who took the life of Laken was one of the millions of… https://t.co/rlNr9J6sU4 — Speaker Mike Johnson (@SpeakerJohnson) February 24‚ 2024  

An investigation has been launched after an explosive device was set off early Saturday morning outside the office of Alabama Republican Attorney General Steve Marshall. In a statement on Monday‚ Marshall said that there were no injuries from the explosion and that Alabama authorities would be further investigating the incident. No possible motives have been given and no suspects have been identified by state authorities.  “In the early hours of Saturday‚ February 24‚ an explosive device was detonated outside of the Alabama Attorney General’s Office building in Montgomery‚” Marshall said in a statement. “Thankfully‚ no staff or personnel were injured by the explosion. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency will be leading the investigation‚ and we are urging anyone with information to contact them immediately.” The explosion reportedly took place at the intersection of Washington Avenue and South Bainbridge Street in Montgomery. and followed reports of a suspicious package being at the scene.  “It was determined that the suspicious package was an explosive device that was detonated in the early morning hours of Saturday‚ Feb. 24‚” the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency said. “Nothing further is available as the investigation remains ongoing.” The Alabama Bureau of Investigation was informed of the incident around 8:19 a.m. on Saturday morning‚ according to Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Sgt. Jeremy Burkett. Burkett said that there was no property damage from the detonation.  CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP The incident comes after Alabama has been at the center of national attention after its Supreme Court ruled in an 8-1 decision that a fertility clinic could be sued for wrongful death by three couples after several embryos had been accidently destroyed. The court ruled that the embryos should be recognized and protected as unborn children.  The justices rooted their decision in the clause of Alabama’s Constitution that says that the public policy of the state is to uphold the sanctity of unborn life.  “Here‚ the text of the Wrongful Death of a Minor Act is sweeping and unqualified. It applies to all children‚ born and unborn‚ without limitation‚” wrote Justice Jay Mitchell in the majority decision. “It is not the role of this Court to craft a new limitation based on our own view of what is or is not wise public policy.”

The broadcasting arena is no stranger to unexpected outbursts from its presenters‚ but it becomes particularly charged when the comments stray from sports into the realm of politics. A veteran sportscaster recently eclipsed sports commentary with a fierce political opinion‚ launching an impassioned critique that has since reverberated through the media and public forums. This event highlights a broader tension within the public sphere regarding the suitability of political statements by individuals traditionally expected to maintain neutrality‚ or at least to compartmentalize their personal beliefs from their professional duties. Sports broadcasters generally navigate narratives filled with scores‚ player statistics‚ and team strategies. However‚ the intrusion of political commentary into such spaces marks a shift that warrants examination. Bob Costas is triggered: "You have to be in the throes of some sort of toxic delusion in a toxic cult to believe that Trump has ever been‚ in any sense‚ emotionally‚ psychologically‚ intellectually‚ or ethically fit to be president of the United States." pic.twitter.com/MjFHf8rF4H — Citizen Free Press (@CitizenFreePres) February 26‚ 2024 The commentator under scrutiny‚ a known figure with a longstanding career‚ bewildered audiences expecting a routine analysis of athletic performance. Instead‚ they were met with a vehement dialogue on political leadership‚ one that explicitly criticized a former president. This turn of events intertwines sports – a unifying pastime – with partisan politics‚ arguably altering the very essence of the sports broadcasting experience. The collision between personal political beliefs and professional conduct raises ethical considerations. For instance‚ this instance prompts questions about the sportscaster’s use of a non-political platform to deliver political judgments‚ which could potentially alienate part of their audience. It also underscores the blurred lines of punditry and objective reporting – a distinction growing ever more complicated in today’s charged socio-political environment. NEW: Nancy Pelosi goes on a drunken rant claiming that there needs to be an "intervention" into Donald Trump's "mental health‚" then continues to push baseless Russian collusion conspiracy theories. This woman is INSANE!!! pic.twitter.com/BR9eHIMhNl — Proud Elephant (@ProudElephantUS) February 26‚ 2024 Feedback to the outburst came swiftly and variedly‚ a testament to the divisive nature of politics. Some listeners applauded the candor‚ expressing support for the sportscaster‚ feeling that silence on the issues mentioned in the outburst could be seen as complicity. Others felt betrayed‚ preferring the sanctity of sports commentary remain untainted by the rancorous world of political discourse. Conversations following the broadcast have extended to the role of broadcasting networks in monitoring or controlling the narrative. The responsibility of the networks in such situations is multilayered – they face sponsoring partners‚ viewer ratings‚ and the broader reputation of their platform. This scenario creates a complex predicament‚ as networks balance support for their talent with maintaining a brand image that avoids partisanship. Moving forward‚ this episode serves both as a case study for media analysts and a catalyst for discussion in the sports journalism community. It asks whether there should be regulatory or self-imposed guidelines to navigate the delicate balance of personal expression and professional responsibility. Can‚ or should‚ sports broadcasters be bridges for all‚ regardless of the personal passions they may hold off the air? Ultimately‚ the impact of this sportscaster’s outburst extends beyond the moment of its delivery; it reflects and influences the evolving landscape of media‚ sports‚ and societal expectations. How this confluence will be navigated remains subject to ongoing debate‚ analysis‚ and‚ as always‚ the inexorable march of societal norms.   The post Longtime Sportscaster’s Unexpected Political Commentary Sparks Debate appeared first on The Conservative Brief.

One mom caught her toddler doing the sweetest thing for her baby sister while the two were watching popular children’s show “Ms. Rachel.” As the smaller child looked up to her big sibling‚ the older girl noticed that the infant had lost her pacifier. So‚ she picked up the teething toy and gently placed it back into her sister’s mouth. The toddler also planted an adorably affectionate kiss on the baby’s cheek! TikToker Kyla Sherer was so proud to see her little girl taking such good care of her younger sister. She was so glad that she decided to film the two of them as they watched “Ms. Rachel” together. What a rare and special moment she caught on camera! Commenters were delighted by the sweet toddler’s response to her baby sister losing her pacifier. Even Ms. Rachel herself replied to the adorable video on TikTok! @kylasherer they litterally melt my heart #momsoftiktok #sisters #2under2 #youngmomsoftiktok #fyp #fypã‚· ♬ Bundle of Joy (From “Inside Out”) – Benny Martin “So precious!” she wrote. “I love my sister so much‚ too!” Kyla was thrilled to read Ms. Rachel’s comment. “My daughter has learned so much from you!!” she responded to the children’s entertainer. Screengrab from TikTok Of course‚ it sounds like the toddler has been learning from Mom‚ too! One user pointed out that children often copy their parents’ behavior. “The sweetest part about this video is that they’re mirroring what they see you do‚” they wrote. In the end‚ it doesn’t matter if this little girl picked up her caring attitude from Ms. Rachel or from her mother. Honestly‚ it’s probably a little bit of both! Either way‚ she’s certainly growing into an amazing big sibling. You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Mom Captures Touching Interaction Between Toddler And Infant Sister While Watching Ms. Rachel appeared first on InspireMore.

A little girl asked for one thing for her birthday party—a doll dressed in a Funfetti ballgown cake—but the bakery said they couldn’t make one‚ so her dad stepped up and created one himself. Mason Smith‚ a beloved dad influencer‚ shared his perfectly executed attempt at making his daughter’s dream cake on his TikTok page‚ dadsocial. He said it was his first time trying to bake such a novelty‚ but it looked like he was a seasoned pro. @dadsocial I want to start off by saying that I’ve never attempted to make a birthday cake beyond a basic square one‚ so give me some grace. Also‚ the doll was new and clean‚ dont worry. Please drop a comment with any tips or tricks you have for me for next time! #birthdaycake #dollcake ♬ I Want Candy – Bow Wow Wow “I want to start off by saying that I’ve never attempted to make a birthday cake beyond a basic square one‚” he captioned. “So give me some grace. Also‚ the doll was new and clean‚ don’t worry. Please drop a comment with any tips or tricks you have for me for next time!” Mason’s main subject was a large‚ blonde doll that was wearing a sparkly‚ blue tutu dress. To create a full-length gown‚ he used four different-sized bundt cake pans. After baking the birthday cake mix‚ the devoted dad cut larger holes in the layers‚ staked them on top of each other‚ and fit the doll inside. It was a perfect fit. Once he fitted the doll with her dress‚ all Maison had to do was decorate. This Dad Made the PERFECT Doll Cake. The blue-eyed beauty ended up getting an off-white skirt with pink ribbons‚ red flowers‚ and blue and yellow sprinkles. TikTok Maison seemed pretty pleased with the end result‚ as he should have been. “Saved yourself $300 AND got hero status? I call that winning! looks beautiful!” someone commented under the video. “Excellent job‚ Dad!” chimed another. “She will remember that FOREVER.” “Bro‚ the high standards you’re teaching your girl‚ that’s priceless well done” another person said‚ and they’re absolutely right! Remember to share this video with all the doting dads in your life! You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post When Bakery Refuses Little Girl’s Birthday Cake Request‚ This Dad Steps Up To The “Pan.” appeared first on InspireMore.