Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin appears to be doing well after receiving treatment for a bladder issue that led to him being transferred into critical care at a hospital in Maryland on Sunday‚ the Biden administration official’s doctors said on Monday. Walter Reed National Military Medical Center officials provided a status update for Austin‚ who the Pentagon said has temporarily transferred his functions and duties to Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks as Austin recovers from yet another health complication after being treated for prostate cancer. Austin “underwent non-surgical procedures under general anesthesia to address his bladder issue. We anticipate a successful recovery and will closely monitor him overnight‚” the doctors said in a statement. “A prolonged hospital stay is not anticipated. We anticipate the Secretary will be able to resume his normal duties tomorrow. The current bladder issue is not expected to change his anticipated full recovery. His cancer prognosis remains excellent.” .@PentagonPresSec delivers a statement on @SecDef Austin's hospitalization‚ transfer of functions and duties to @DepSecDef Kathleen Hicks and that Secretary Austin will no longer travel to Brussels this week as originally scheduled. pic.twitter.com/BiZsh5RTMO — CSPAN (@cspan) February 12‚ 2024 Pentagon press secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder told reporters Austin no longer plans to travel to Brussels this week for meetings related to Ukraine and NATO‚ but other military officials will participate in the talks. Austin intends to appear virtually for a Ukraine Defense Contact Group discussion on Wednesday‚ Ryder added. Austin‚ 70‚ faced blowback after the revelation that the secretary had been hospitalized on January 1 for complications stemming from a prostate cancer procedure and delegated some of his duties to a deputy without informing top brass in the Biden administration and Congress. Some critics‚ including GOP lawmakers and former President Donald Trump‚ called for Austin’s ouster as more details emerged‚ including that Austin kept his cancer diagnosis under wraps until the story broke. Multiple inquiries ensued‚ and the White House released new guidelines for Cabinet secretaries to enhance transparency rules when authority is delegated to a subordinate. Testimony before a House panel has been scheduled for February 29. The Department of Defense said Austin resumed his duties from home after being released from the hospital on January 15‚ and the secretary returned to work at the Pentagon on January 29. Austin has expressed remorse for how his cancer diagnosis and hospitalization were handled. When Austin returned to the hospital over the weekend‚ the Pentagon announced his transport within hours of it happening and has provided multiple updates since that time. John Kirby‚ a spokesman for the National Security Council‚ told reporters on Monday that he was “not aware” of whether President Joe Biden had spoken to Austin following his hospitalization over the weekend but insisted the commander in chief did not have concerns about the secretary’s ability to serve.

  In a recent House Republican press briefing‚ the conversation took an unexpected turn when Rep. Anna Paulina Luna posed a provocative question that has since reverberated through the halls of Congress and across the nation. The query was simple yet loaded with implications: Should figures like Hillary Clinton or Stacey Abrams face charges of insurrection? The briefing‚ initially convened to promote a resolution affirming that former President Trump did not commit an insurrection‚ became the platform for Luna’s bold inquiry. This move underscores a growing sentiment among conservatives that there is a double standard in how political figures are treated based on their party affiliation. BOMBSHELL REPORT: Mike Pence's former chief of staff's wife Katherine A. Seaman WORKED ON FBI's counter-intelligence investigation of Hillary Clinton’s email server with Peter Strzok.. Pence has recently claimed He's confident FBI DIDN'T orchestrate Jan. 6.. PAYING ATTENTION… pic.twitter.com/pfM4StbJCK — Chuck Callesto (@ChuckCallesto) January 8‚ 2024 Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) echoed this sentiment during the briefing‚ stating unequivocally‚ “We are here today to authoritatively express that President Trump did not commit an insurrection and we believe Congress has the unique role in making that declaration.” This statement serves as a rallying cry for those who feel that the narrative around the events of January 6th has been unfairly skewed against conservative figures. The question raised by Luna is not merely rhetorical; it reflects a broader concern about accountability and the rule of law. Critics argue that while Trump supporters involved in the January 6th events have faced legal consequences‚ prominent Democrats accused of sowing discord or undermining election integrity have not been held to the same standard. BREAKING: Hillary Clinton called Joe Biden’s age a ‘legitimate issue’ in her interview with MSNBC’s Alex Wagne. pic.twitter.com/4MGw2uCJoa — Dom Lucre | Breaker of Narratives (@dom_lucre) February 10‚ 2024 Supporters of Luna’s position point to various instances where they believe Democratic figures have engaged in or encouraged behavior that could be construed as insurrectionist. They argue that if the term is to be applied consistently‚ then actions and rhetoric from both sides of the aisle must be scrutinized with equal vigor. The debate over what constitutes insurrection and who should be charged is far from settled. However‚ the fact that such discussions are taking place at the highest levels of government indicates a deep-seated concern about the impartiality of justice in America. It raises questions about whether certain individuals are above the law due to their political connections or public standing. As the discourse continues‚ it is clear that the issue is not just about individual accusations or legal definitions. It is about the integrity of the political system and the trust of the American people in their institutions. The call for an even-handed approach to allegations of insurrection is‚ at its core‚ a call for restoring faith in the democratic process. In conclusion‚ while the prospect of charging high-profile Democrats with insurrection remains contentious‚ the discussion itself is indicative of a larger desire for transparency and fairness in politics. As the nation grapples with these complex issues‚ the hope is that truth and justice will prevail‚ regardless of political affiliation.   The post GOP Raises Questions on Insurrection Charges appeared first on The Conservative Brief.

If you’ve ever watched America’s Got Talent‚ odds are‚ you’re familiar with the incredible Kodi Lee. He won in 2019 and has been in various spin-offs of the show over the years‚ including the current one called AGT: Fantasy League. In order to make it to the finals‚ Kodi has poured his heart out into performances of original songs. This includes a particularly touching one about his mom‚ Tina. But with the guidance of his new mentor‚ Howie Mandel‚ Kodi went a different direction this week. Rather than singing an original song‚ this talented musician sang the classic Queen song Bohemian Rhapsody. This song has been covered many times‚ but none have pulled off an emotional version quite like Kodi’s. Kodi Lee Transforms Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody While Queen’s version is rock and roll perfection‚ Kodi’s piano rendition gives the song a uniquely haunting feel. Just like with his original songs‚ Kodi delivers each line with the emotion needed to give the audience chills. Although the judges took note of how much they enjoy when he performs a Kodi Lee original‚ it’s clear that his twist on a Queen classic is a total hit! There’s certainly no doubt that Freddie Mercury would have been proud. Facebook “Kodi has an amazingly rare talent to be able to sing across different musical genres‚” one fan shares. “He owns them all!!!” “This version is unlike anything anyone has ever seen before‚” another says. “It’s truly a masterpiece.” You can find the source of this story’s featured image here! The post Kodi Lee’s Epic Take On “Bohemian Rhapsody” Would Make Freddie Mercury Proud. appeared first on InspireMore.

So you’re not a huge football fan? There is no way for you to understand the hype around the Super Bowl. It’s OK. You are not alone. The nation stands still on Super Bowl Sunday for “the big game.” The snack aisle sells out of your favorite chips and dip. All your friends are gathering for watch parties. And there you sit‚ watching reruns of some old sitcom to avoid the game. Have no fear! The Nickelodeon Super Bowl is here to save the day! The Nickelodeon Super Bowl has been insane pic.twitter.com/C4B7zH1Nat— Cole Adams (@coleadamss) February 12‚ 2024 Although this is not the first time the NFL and Nickelodeon have partnered to bring you great football coverage‚ it is the first time the events have been broadcast simultaneously. The Nickelodeon version was hosted by none other than SpongeBob SquarePants and his sidekick‚ Patrick Star. The play-by-play commentary provided by the comic duo is legendary. Sandy Cheeks provides sideline coverage‚ and Dora the Explorer leads the auxiliary crew as the official rules trainer. Our rules expert‚ Dora the Explorer: #SBLVIII on Nickelodeon pic.twitter.com/9bmH2N41uc— NFL (@NFL) February 12‚ 2024 Interspersed within the broadcast are many other twists‚ such as labeling Travis Kelce “Taylor Swift’s boyfriend.” The banner below Taylor’s boyfriend also proclaimed he is “Good at Football.” Image from X (Twitter). Live from Bikini Bottom‚ the broadcast adds a family-friendly and humorous twist to this yearly “sports ball” extravaganza. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes was displayed in pirate regalia. Looking pretty splendid‚ complete with a parrot on his shoulder! pic.twitter.com/UBC3SFOL7U— CJ Fogler account may or may not be notable (@cjzero) February 12‚ 2024 Larry the Lobster showed off his over-developed physique in the backfield during gameplay. For those not interested in the game‚ plenty of slime-time fun was happening to keep you entertained. The Nickelodeon Blimp was dropping slime on the crowds. The end zone had fountains of slime for every touchdown. It was a busy evening for Nickelodeon crews. Image from YouTube. Super Villain Plankton made his presence known by using a giant Plankton Robot to dump buckets of “chum” over the unsuspecting crowds. Image from YouTube. Replays And Highlights Of The Nickelodeon Super Bowl If you weren’t fortunate enough to catch the entire broadcast‚ you can watch a 12-minute highlight clip on YouTube. There likely won’t be any (legal) full-length replays available for a while. But now that you know this awesomeness exists‚ look for future partnerships between the NFL and Nickelodeon. If sportsball isn’t your thing‚ but you enjoy a good laugh‚ Nickelodeon’s Super Bowl coverage certainly brought their “A” game. Please share this if you know others who need to put this event on their calendars for next year! You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Top Moments From The Funniest Way To Watch The Super Bowl: The Nickelodeon Broadcast. appeared first on InspireMore.

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