Trump said he had already signed an executive order directing the garden’s construction. The monument will feature statues of great Americans from every walk of life, from music and art to industry, science, and the military, he said. The announcement came at the end of his South Dakota speech condemning protesters for tearing down monuments to America’s founding generation. … [Read more...] about Black Lives Matter Protesters Filmed Dancing On American Flag In Washington, DC
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‘Lasagna Lady’: Washington state woman furloughed over coronavirus gives away slew of meals
“When word got out on social media, people from all over the world started donating to my cause,” Brenner said. “A lot of the people I make lasagna for have lost their jobs, and this is my way of saying, ‘I understand and I’m here for you.'" … [Read more...] about ‘Lasagna Lady’: Washington state woman furloughed over coronavirus gives away slew of meals
Monday Night Protests Were Widely Peaceful In Washington, DC
Floyd’s death after a Minneapolis police officer knelt on his neck for several minutes, according to video of the incident, sparked protests across the nation. Police efforts to contain the protests were organized, and they employed similar tactics to deescalate the scenes behind Lafayette Square, where chaos and defacing of monuments had taken place on previous nights. … [Read more...] about Monday Night Protests Were Widely Peaceful In Washington, DC
Canada’s Trudeau Unsure About Washington Trip, Citing Concern Over Tariffs
"We're still in discussions with the Americans about whether a trilateral summit next week makes sense," Trudeau said in a news conference. "We're obviously concerned about the proposed issue of tariffs on aluminum and steel that the Americans have floated recently." … [Read more...] about Canada’s Trudeau Unsure About Washington Trip, Citing Concern Over Tariffs
Washington Post under fire for ‘canceling’ woman over offensive costume at staffer’s 2018 Halloween party
Prince, 36, told the Post, "I felt very unsafe talking to that person in the first place. I was in an environment that, if it got heated, it would decidedly not be in my best interest.” She also revealed that she sought help from a therapist, saying she felt "threatened and physically and emotionally exposed... I felt powerless in a way that I never want to feel again." … [Read more...] about Washington Post under fire for ‘canceling’ woman over offensive costume at staffer’s 2018 Halloween party
