Liberal activist John Legend said young black and latino male voters are leaving President Joe Biden because former President Donald Trump’s form of “masculinity” appeals to some men. Speaking on the “Pod Save America” podcast — run by several former aides to former President Barack Obama — the 45-year-old singer said he thinks Biden should be the president and admitted Trump narrowing the margin with black and latino young male voters is going to have to be dealt with by the Biden campaign. “Well, I think Trump performs a form of masculinity that I think is attractive to some people,” Legend said. “To be clear, black men, even an uptick for Trump, is still a landslide for Biden. … But there is an uptick and that uptick, it may be enough to win Wisconsin or it may be enough to win Michigan.” “And so, it’s an issue that the campaign is going to have to deal with,” he added. “But I do think Trump performs a form of masculinity that is appealing to some men, black, white, hispanic, across the board, and that may explain the uptick.” This is what happens when the elite have no idea about the struggles normal citizens have. They need to shut the hell up. @johnlegend https://t.co/BvaZdDbT0j — Diane B (@dmb1031) May 29, 2024 The “Voice” coach also claimed that there’s a lot of “disinformation” going around about the economy, which he suggested is benefiting Trump. “I hear a lot of misinformation and disinformation about the economy under Trump and what’s happened since. To be clear, the economy is doing quite well,” he added. Later in the interview, the hosts and Legend talked about the feeling in the culture that it’s “uncool” to vote for Biden. “It does feel uncool and they are both old,” the singer replied. “And it’s hard for people. They both decline in their ability to talk to the people and just seem vigorous and energetic. And it’s hard for people to get excited about that.” CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP In May, a Fox News survey showed the president’s support among black voters has gone down from the 79% he was at before the 2020 election to 72% support. Polling from Gallup conducted in April showed that Americans named inflation or the high cost of living as the most important financial problem facing their families. Forty-one percent selected inflation or the high cost of living for the open-ended question, which is the highest figure yet in Gallup’s annual Economy and Personal Finance poll. Daniel Chaitin contributed to this piece.

House Republicans are pushing forward with legislation aimed at curbing noncitizen voting as part of their broader strategy to address foreign interference in U.S. elections. On May 23, 2024, the House Administration Committee passed two bills along party lines, signaling the GOP's focus on electoral integrity. The first bill, introduced by Rep. Bryan Steil (R-Wis.), seeks to prohibit noncitizens from voting in federal elections. While noncitizen voting is already illegal in federal contests, this bill aims to tighten enforcement and ensure states cannot allow noncitizens to vote in any federal, state, or local elections held concurrently with federal elections. Steil emphasized that the legislation is necessary to protect the sanctity of U.S. elections and to prevent any form of foreign interference. Under DC's new law, non-citizens–including agents of foreign governments–will now be able to influence outcomes of American elections in the district. If you are not an American citizen, you SHOULD NOT be voting in American elections AT ANY LEVEL. This should be common sense. pic.twitter.com/pbyPVJUXSj — Byron Donalds (@ByronDonalds) April 29, 2024 The second bill, championed by Rep. Rodney Davis (R-Ill.), targets foreign influence in U.S. election processes. This legislation would require states to verify the citizenship status of voters in federal elections and mandates regular audits of voter rolls to remove noncitizens. Davis argued that these measures are crucial for maintaining public confidence in the electoral system. BREAKING NOW: Lawmakers from the House of Representatives reveal bill to BAN NON-CITIZENS from voting in US elections..pic.twitter.com/yQHvng4LUH — Chuck Callesto (@ChuckCallesto) May 8, 2024 Democrats, however, have criticized these bills as unnecessary and politically motivated. Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif.) argued that the bills are redundant, given existing laws, and suggested they are part of a broader Republican effort to disenfranchise minority voters and sow doubt about election integrity. Despite the partisan divide, these bills highlight the ongoing debate over election security and noncitizen voting. Republicans see these measures as vital for preventing election fraud and ensuring that only eligible voters participate in elections. Democrats, on the other hand, view them as attempts to suppress voter turnout and distract from more pressing electoral reforms. As these bills move to the House floor, they are expected to face significant opposition from Democrats and civil rights groups. The outcome of this legislative push will likely play a significant role in shaping the narrative around election integrity and voter suppression ahead of the 2024 elections. The post House Republicans Advance Noncitizen Voting Bill Amid Messaging Effort appeared first on The Conservative Brief.

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News Jurassic World Next Jurassic World Film Will Likely Snag Mahershala Ali Hear us out: he’s a dhampir who hunts evil dinosaurs with a sword. By Vanessa Armstrong | Published on May 30, 2024 Screenshot: Universal Pictures Comment 0 Share New Share Screenshot: Universal Pictures Dinosaurs wreaking havoc on a theater screen near you will never go extinct! The next installment in the Jurassic World franchise is moving full steam ahead. We already knew that Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey, Rupert Friend, and Manuel Garcia-Rulfo are officially signed on to star in the upcoming feature directed by Rogue One and The Creator filmmaker Gareth Edwards. Today, we found out via The Hollywood Reporter that two-time Oscar-award winner Mahershala Ali is in talks to join the movie as well. Those talks better wrap up soon, because production on the film is set to start in London by mid-June, which is just a couple of weeks away. We don’t know the full title of the new film or much or anything about the plot, including what role Ali would be taking on. Given his credits (Moonlight, Green Book (pictured above), True Detective) it’s likely he would have a meaty role. This wouldn’t be his first foray into blockbuster franchises, however, as he voiced Uncle Aaron in Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse and is attached to a Marvel Cinematic Universe rendition of Blade, which has yet to go into production even though it’s been years since it was announced (though it has had a few rounds of directors and writers). [ed note: and even though it’s the easiest film concept in the world. Mahershala Ali, who is extremely cool, wears a cool leather coat and hunts cool vampires with a cool sword. WHAT IS HARD ABOUT THIS, MARVEL.] But back to Jurassic World. Here’s what else we know: David Koepp, who wrote 1993’s Jurassic Park and 1997’s The Lost World: Jurassic Park, has penned the script, and Universal Pictures has set a theatrical release date of July 2, 2025. [end-mark] The post Next <i>Jurassic World</i> Film Will Likely Snag Mahershala Ali appeared first on Reactor.

The Border Patrol announced the arrests of 10 foreign nationals affiliated with an international prison gang over the Memorial Day weekend, highlighting the threat emanating from the U.S.-Mexico border. Border Patrol Chief Jason Owens announced the arrest of the 10 individuals affiliated with Tren de Aragua, an international criminal organization originating in Venezuela whose members have been behind numerous high-profile crimes across the country. The Border Patrol chief confirmed the gang members will be processed for deportation. “Over the weekend, USBP agents across Texas arrested 10 subjects affiliated with the Venezuelan gang, ‘Tren de Aragua,’” Owens posted Wednesday on X. “Keep your eye on this gang. Their criminal activities represent a serious threat to our communities! All 10 subjects will be processed for removal from the US.” Over the weekend, USBP agents across Texas arrested 10 subjects affiliated with the Venezuelan gang, "Tren de Aragua."Keep your eye on this gang. Their criminal activities represent a serious threat to our communities!All 10 subjects will be processed for removal from the US. pic.twitter.com/XAppwRZLWZ— Chief Jason Owens (@USBPChief) May 29, 2024 Tren de Aragua began as a prison gang in the northern Venezuelan state of Aragua in 2014, according to reports. The gang has grown exponentially into the biggest criminal organization in Venezuela, boasting around 5,000 members with an international presence across Latin America and the U.S. The crime syndicate has been described as having “revolutionized” crime in Latin America and federal immigration authorities have warned that its members are attempting to get a stronger foothold in the U.S. Tren de Aragua members allegedly are behind several high-profile crimes, such as the illegal immigrant accused last year of kidnapping and strangling to death a Florida man. Diego Ibarra, brother of the illegal alien accused of killing Georgia nursing student Lakin Riley, is another suspected Tren de Aragua gang member. He was arrested after allegedly trying to hand an official a fake green card and carries a litany of other charges against him. Senate and House Republicans earlier this year urged the Biden administration to formally designate Tren de Aragua as a transnational criminal organization, arguing that doing so would better manage the threat the group poses. “Tren de Aragua is an invading criminal army from a prison in Venezuela that has spread their brutality and chaos to U.S. cities and small towns,” the GOP lawmakers wrote in March. “If left unchecked, they will unleash an unprecedented reign of terror, mirroring the devastation … already inflicted in communities throughout Central and South America. The breadth of Tren de Aragua’s operations encompasses murder, drug and human trafficking, sex crimes, extortion, and kidnapping, among other brutalities.” Originally published by the Daily Caller News Foundation The post Agents Arrest 10 Members of Infamous Venezuelan Prison Gang at Southern Border appeared first on The Daily Signal.