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Trump to Attend Supreme Court Hearing on Pivotal Case This Wednesday

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Trump to Attend Supreme Court Hearing on Pivotal Case This Wednesday


The Supreme Court is gearing up to address the contentious issue of birthright citizenship on Wednesday. President Donald Trump announced from the Oval Office on Tuesday that he intends to personally attend the oral arguments. “I’m going,” he disclosed to reporters, “because I have listened to this argument for so long.”

In a follow-up statement, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the President’s plans to be present as the justices deliberate over the legality of an executive order he enacted upon resuming office in January 2025. This directive, named “Protecting the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship,” aims to terminate birthright citizenship for children born in the United States unless they have at least one parent who is either a citizen or a permanent legal resident.

Unsurprisingly, the executive order was met with swift legal challenges, and lower courts have thus far deemed it unconstitutional. President Trump contends that the concept of birthright citizenship, as it is applied today, diverges from the original intentions of the framers of the 14th Amendment, which established the principle of birthright citizenship.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed later Tuesday that he did indeed plan on being there as the justices hear arguments over the constitutionality of an executive order he signed on his first day back in office in January 2025. Called “Protecting the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship,” the order sought to end birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. who don’t have at least one parent who is a citizen or permanent legal resident.

The lawsuits immediately flew in, of course, and lower courts predictably ruled that his order was unconstitutional. Trump argues that birthright citizenship has long been misunderstood and that its use today is not at all what the writers of the 14th Amendment, which codified birthright citizenship, had in mind.





‘…I’m going,’ Trump said when a reporter brought up the case. 

The President said he was attending ‘because I have listened to this argument for so long.’ 

‘And this is not about Chinese billionaires who are billionaires from other countries who all of a sudden have 75 children, or 59 children in one case, or 10 children, becoming American citizens,’ Trump argued. ‘This was about slaves.’

Birthright citizenship was established by the 14th Amendment, which was ratified in 1868 to guarantee citizenship to recently freed slaves – but historically has applied to every person born in the US or its territories. 

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Historians say there is no record of a sitting president ever attending a SCOTUS hearing.

Numerous leftist pundits are accusing the president of trying to bend the concept of separation of powers by using the executive branch to intimidate the judicial branch. Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division Harmeet Dhillon has a message for them: cool your jets.





Trump had said that he “might” attend a SCOTUS hearing on tariffs in November ’25, but in the end, he did not. It certainly would be something for the history books if he did this time. I just hope for his sake he doesn’t have to listen to one of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s diatribes, which are starting to grow legendary even to her fellow jurists for their length and strange interpretations of the law.

Good luck, Mr. President.


Editor’s Note: Thanks to President Trump, illegal immigration into our great country has virtually stopped. Despite the radical left’s lies, new legislation wasn’t needed to secure our border, just a new president.



Parents and Boyfriend Arrested for Alleged Abuse Leading to Toddler’s Severe Injuries and Dialysis

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Parents and Boyfriend Arrested for Alleged Abuse Leading to Toddler’s Severe Injuries and Dialysis

An Indiana woman, along with her boyfriend, faces grave charges after her 3-year-old daughter sustained life-threatening injuries, leaving the child in critical condition at a hospital.

Kami Nelson, 23, explained to authorities that she thought her daughter’s severe injuries occurred due to “walking into door handles and similar objects” during episodes of sleepwalking, according to the Star Press.

Police responded to an urgent call at Nelson’s residence on March 25, discovering the child unresponsive on the floor. Officers reported the young girl was “covered in bruises over much of her naked body,” appearing to be the victim of a severe beating. She was immediately transported to Henry County Hospital, and subsequently airlifted to Riley Children’s Hospital in Indianapolis, where her condition was described as “critical, with her injuries remaining life-threatening.”

Medical professionals identified “non-accidental” injuries, including lacerations to her colon and lower intestine, alongside internal bleeding.

A subsequent medical report highlighted “acute” kidney damage necessitating dialysis and identified fractures in her nasal cavity and jaw, all indicative of child abuse, according to the doctors.

As police interviewed Nelson and her boyfriend, 25-year-old Lee O’Donnell Jr, the couple eventually began to blame each other for the girl’s injuries. O’Donnell said that he had been unable to find employment because he was afraid to leave his own 3-year-old daughter in Nelson’s care. He said he didn’t want to discuss what he’d seen “because I don’t want to end up homeless,” the affidavit said.

Nelson was arrested on March 25, and O’Donnell was arrested on Friday. They have been both charged with neglect of a dependent resulting in catastrophic injury and neglect of a dependent resulting in serious bodily injury and are being held on $191,000 bonds.

Shocking Verdict: Grandpa Found Guilty in International Heroin Smuggling Scheme

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Shocking Verdict: Grandpa Found Guilty in International Heroin Smuggling Scheme
Claims that a grandfather was unaware a foldable camp bed contained illicit drugs despite being offered millions to bring it into Australia have been rejected by a jury.
He was carrying a green bag containing a camp bed with a mosquito net, which had 48 packages of heroin hidden within the metal frame.
About 2.5kg of pure heroin was found in a camp bed a 70-year-old man brought into Australia.
About 2.5kg of pure heroin was found in a camp bed a 70-year-old man brought into Australia. (Australian Federal Police)
The 70-year-old was found guilty of one count of importing a commercial quantity of a border-controlled drug by a NSW District Court jury today.

After deliberating for just over eight hours, jurors reached a decisive verdict.

During the trial, it was revealed that Calverley had been offered a staggering $10 million to transport a camp bed from Laos to Australia.

Commonwealth prosecutor Sheridan Goodwin informed the jury that the camp bed concealed approximately 2.5 kilograms of pure heroin.

In late 2023, Calverley received an email promising a payment exceeding $14 million.

This amount was later reduced to $10 million, contingent upon him collecting certain documents in Vientiane, the capital of Laos, and delivering a “gift” to an individual known as the “paymaster general” in Sydney.

He claimed he thought the money offered was compensation after he had been conned out of $260,000 in 2022.

He will face a sentencing hearing on April 22.

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Revitalize Your Core: 5 Bed Exercises for Quick Strength Recovery After 55

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Revitalize Your Core: 5 Bed Exercises for Quick Strength Recovery After 55

A fitness expert reveals five simple exercises you can do in bed to rebuild core strength.

When it comes to effective core exercises, planks are highly regarded. However, while planks are excellent for strengthening the core, they might not be the best choice for individuals over 55, particularly if you experience shoulder discomfort, wrist pain, or lower back issues.

Research indicates that exercises performed in bed can be beneficial for older adults as they alleviate joint pressure and allow for controlled movements. For those beginning their fitness journey or aiming to enhance core strength, these exercises offer a convenient and safe way to start.

We consulted with James Bickerstaff, CPT, a personal trainer at OriGym, who shared a series of straightforward bed exercises. These routines are specifically designed to restore core strength without the discomfort often linked with traditional ab exercises and planks.

Below, we spoke with James Bickerstaff, CPT, a personal trainer at OriGym, who shares simple daily bed exercises designed to help restore core strength without the strain associated with traditional ab workouts and planks.

“These exercises strengthen the muscles that stabilize your spine and pelvis,” says Bickerstaff. “That type of stability is essential for posture, balance, and everyday movement as we age.”

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Seated Knee Lifts

Seated knee lifts target your lower abs while improving your posture. Because the movement requires lifting your leg without leaning back, it encourages your core to stay engaged throughout the entire exercise.

How to do it:

  1. Sit up tall in a sturdy chair with your feet flat on the floor.
  2. Hold the sides of the chair for balance.
  3. Engage your core by tightening your abs.
  4. Slowly lift one knee toward your chest.
  5. Keep your torso upright without leaning backward.
  6. Pause for one to two seconds at the top of the movement.
  7. Slowly lower your foot back to the floor with control.
  8. Repeat with the opposite leg.
  9. Perform 2 to 3 sets of 10 to 12 reps per leg, resting for 30 to 45 seconds between sets.

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Glute Bridges

Although glute bridges are often associated with hip strength, they’re stellar for boosting core stability. “This exercise strengthens the glutes, lower back, and deep core muscles that stabilize your pelvis,” says Bickerstaff.

How to do it:

  1. Lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor or bed.
  2. Place your arms alongside your body with your palms facing down.
  3. Tighten your core and press your heels into the surface.
  4. Lift your hips up until your body forms a straight line.
  5. Squeeze your glutes at the top of the movement and hold for one to two seconds.
  6. Slowly lower your hips back down with control.
  7. Perform 2 to 3 sets of 10 to 12 reps. Rest for 30 to 45 seconds between sets.

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Standing March

Don’t let this move’s simplicity deceive you. The trick here maintaining a steady core brace throughout the exercise. “A simple standing march can become a powerful core exercise when you focus on bracing the abdominal muscles and controlling the movement,” Bickerstaff explains.

How to do it:

  1. Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart.
  2. Brace your core as if you’re about to cough.
  3. Keep your posture upright and your shoulders relaxed.
  4. Slowly lift one knee toward hip height.
  5. Pause for one to two seconds while keeping your abs flexed.
  6. Lower your leg slowly back to the floor.
  7. Repeat the movement with the opposite leg.
  8. Continue alternating legs in a marching motion.
  9. Perform 2 to 3 sets of 12 to 16 marches total, resting for 30 to 45 seconds between sets.

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Bird Dogs

This classic exercise forces your core to stabilize your spine while your limbs move, which is a crucial pattern for daily activities like walking, reaching, and lifting objects. “Bird dogs train the core to stabilize the spine during movement, which is exactly how the body uses core strength in everyday life,” says Bickerstaff.

How to do it:

  1. Get down on all fours with your hands positioned under your shoulders.
  2. Place your knees directly under your hips.
  3. Flex your core and keep your back neutral.
  4. Extend your right arm forward while extending your left leg behind you.
  5. Keep your hips level and avoid arching your lower back.
  6. Hold for one to two seconds at the end of the movement.
  7. Return to the starting position with control.
  8. Repeat with the opposite arm and leg.
  9. Perform 2 to 3 sets of 8 to 12 reps per side. Rest for 30 to 45 seconds between sets.

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Dead Bugs

Dead bugs are widely used in physical therapy programs because they strengthen your deep core muscles while protecting your lower back. “Dead bugs strengthen the transverse abdominis, which is key for posture and back support,” says Bickerstaff.

How to do it:

  1. Lie on your back with your arms extended toward the ceiling.
  2. Bend your knees so they form a 90-degree angle above your hips.
  3. Press your lower back gently into the floor or bed.
  4. Slowly lower your right arm and left leg toward the floor.
  5. Keep your core engaged and your lower back stable.
  6. Return your arm and leg to the starting position.
  7. Repeat the movement with the opposite arm and leg.
  8. Perform 2 to 3 sets of 8 to 10 controlled reps per side, resting for 30 to 45 seconds between sets.

Unveiling the Controversy: Trump’s Alleged Election Manipulation Tactics Exposed

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Unveiling the Controversy: Trump’s Alleged Election Manipulation Tactics Exposed

During Tuesday’s episode of Bloomberg’s “Balance of Power,” Representative Gregory Meeks (D-NY) accused President Donald Trump of attempting to undermine the electoral process by restricting voter access.

Meeks likened Trump’s actions to “Jim Crow 2.0,” expressing concerns about new barriers that could hinder nearly 30 to 40 percent of the population, including many women, from casting their votes. He highlighted issues such as discrepancies in identification for women who may use their husband’s surname, leading to mismatches with their birth certificates. Additionally, he noted that a significant portion of Americans do not own passports, which could further complicate their ability to vote if passports become a necessary form of identification.

The congressman attributed these efforts to the President’s declining approval ratings, which have reportedly fallen below 40 percent. Meeks suggested that Trump is dragging down fellow Republicans in Congress and is now attempting to “steal an election” by obstructing voter participation. However, Meeks expressed confidence that these tactics would ultimately fail to disrupt the democratic process.

Controversial Letter Delivered to Australia’s Largest Mosque Ahead of Ramadan

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Controversial Letter Delivered to Australia’s Largest Mosque Ahead of Ramadan

As the sacred month of Ramadan approaches, the Muslim community in Sydney is grappling with fear and unease after a chilling hate letter containing death threats was sent to the largest mosque in Australia. Lakemba Mosque, located in Sydney’s south-west, received this disturbing message, marking the third such incident in recent weeks.

The letter was not only filled with vile Islamophobic slurs and threats but also included a news clipping about previous threatening notes, a crude drawing of a pig, and menacing references to notorious events and individuals. Among its targets was Josh Lees, a prominent pro-Palestine protest organizer. The letter also disturbingly mentioned Brenton Tarrant, the Australian responsible for the tragic 2019 Christchurch mosque shootings in New Zealand, where 51 worshippers lost their lives.

Arriving just a day before the commencement of Ramadan, this letter prompted immediate action. An urgent meeting with New South Wales government officials was convened to discuss bolstering security measures at the mosque, as the community seeks assurance and safety during this holy period.

It also took aim at pro-Palestine protest organiser Josh Lees and referenced Brenton Tarrant, an Australian who shot dead 51 worshippers at a Christchurch mosque in New Zealand in March 2019.

The mosque received the note on Wednesday on the eve of Ramadan, sparking an urgent meeting with NSW government officials regarding an improvement to security measures.

It has since taken precautions to limit the number of staff who handle post to control fingerprints on potentially threatening letters.

Thousands of worshippers, including women and children are expected to attend the mosque during the holy month of Ramadan, which began on Wednesday night.

Crowds will also flock to the annual Lakemba Night Markets, which kicks off on Thursday and will run four nights a week during Ramadan.

A police investigation is underway after this disturbing note was sent to Lakemba Mosque

A police investigation is underway after this disturbing note was sent to Lakemba Mosque

Thousands of worshippers will visit the mosque during Ramadan

Thousands of worshippers will visit the mosque during Ramadan

There are growing calls for increased police and security patrols at the event, which attracts more than 50,000 visitors each night. 

‘Community members have contacted us expressing fear that something may happen, particularly given the current tensions in the broader environment,’ a mosque spokesperson from the Lebanese Muslim Association said.

‘Families are anxious. Parents are worried about bringing their children to prayers. No community should feel this way in Australia.

‘Every Australian should be able to practise their faith safely and without fear.’

The latest letter has since been seized by NSW Police to be forensically tested. An investigation was also launched.

‘Police will continue to conduct patrols of religious sites, including the mosque, and at community events under Operation Shelter,’ a spokeswoman told Daily Mail.

‘To provide reassurance to the Muslim community, there will be additional police resources, including under Operation Shelter, deployed to religious and community sites and events based on community needs and risks.

‘Police Area Commanders will be working and liaising with community leaders to provide reassurance and support to ensure members of the community are and feel safe.’

The start of Ramadan coincides with the annual Lakemba Night Markets, which kick off Thursday night

The start of Ramadan coincides with the annual Lakemba Night Markets, which kick off Thursday night

Community leaders have called for heightened security measures at Lakemba Mosque during Ramadan

Community leaders have called for heightened security measures at Lakemba Mosque during Ramadan

A 70-year-old man accused of sending a threatening letter to the mosque on January 24 was later charged with three counts for sending documents threatening death or grievous bodily harm.

Investigations into the origins of a second letter sent earlier this month continue.

Opened in 1977 with former Prime Minister Gough Whitlam in attendance, Lakemba Mosque is widely considered to be Australia’s most significant. 

The latest hate letter comes after One Nation leader Pauline Hanson singled out Lakemba as a suburb that she believes some Australians feel uncomfortable visiting.

‘It concerns me greatly that people can’t go into certain suburbs in this country … And I’ve been there myself and you feel unwanted, you do not want to be there,’ she told ABC TV. 

The senator’s comments sparked outrage from community leaders.

‘It is very challenging times for our country and we need to just make sure we look after one another,’ Canterbury Bankstown mayor Bilal El-Hayek told the ABC on Thursday.

‘This is no time for us to seek division at the moment and, unfortunately, Pauline Hanson loves a stunt and she did exactly that.’

President Trump to Deliver National Address on Iran: Key Highlights and Expectations

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President Trump to Deliver National Address on Iran: Key Highlights and Expectations

President Donald Trump is slated to deliver a national address concerning Iran on Wednesday evening.

The announcement was made on Tuesday night by Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, who hinted at a significant update regarding the situation in Iran.

The address is scheduled to be broadcast during primetime at 9 p.m. Eastern Time.

While the White House has yet to share further specifics about the speech, it is anticipated that President Trump will speak from the Oval Office.

This will be Trump’s first major address on the ongoing conflict with Iran since hostilities began late last month.

During a back-and-forth with reporters Tuesday afternoon, Trump said he planned to leave Iran ‘very soon,’ with the original military operation expected to go on no longer than six weeks. 

He estimated ‘two weeks, maybe three’ more weeks of conflict. ‘But we’re finishing the job,’ he said.

US and Israeli strikes on Iran started on February 28, hitting the month mark over the weekend. 

President Donald Trump sits at the Resolute Desk on Tuesday. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Tuesday night that the President will give an 'Address to the Nation' Wednesday at 9 p.m. ET to give an update on Iran

President Donald Trump sits at the Resolute Desk on Tuesday. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Tuesday night that the President will give an ‘Address to the Nation’ Wednesday at 9 p.m. ET to give an update on Iran 

A video shared on social media Tuesday shows the aftermath of a bombing campaign in Isfahan, Iran. President Donald Trump said US military intervention in Iran would last two to three more weeks

A video shared on social media Tuesday shows the aftermath of a bombing campaign in Isfahan, Iran. President Donald Trump said US military intervention in Iran would last two to three more weeks 

‘We’ve knocked out one regime. We knocked out the second regime. Now we have a group of people that’s very, that are very different. They’re much more reasonable, I think much more – much less radicalized,’ Trump said. 

‘We’ve had regime change, we’re dealing with people much more rational,’ he added. 

Top Iranian officials continue to publicly deny that negotiations with the US are ongoing. 

During the Monday White House briefing, Leavitt said not to believe those statements. 

‘Despite all of the public posturing you hear from the regime and false reporting, talks are continuing and going well,’ she said. ‘What is said publicly is, of course, much different than what’s being communicated to us privately.’ 

Trump has held off on broader strikes of Iranian energy infrastructure as talks have reportedly continued. 

His top warmonger in the Senate, South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham, stepped back from his calls to escalate military strikes in an X post on Monday. 

Graham encouraged Trump to ‘wind down the war and wind up efforts for a historic peace deal.’ 

A man clear rubble leftover from drone attack on a residential building in Tehran, Iran on Tuesday

A man clear rubble leftover from drone attack on a residential building in Tehran, Iran on Tuesday

Cargo ships in the Gulf, near the Strait of Hormux, can be seen from Oman. President Donald Trump floated that US allies will be on their own getting ships through the Strait of Hormuz once the US's military strikes conclude

Cargo ships in the Gulf, near the Strait of Hormux, can be seen from Oman. President Donald Trump floated that US allies will be on their own getting ships through the Strait of Hormuz once the US’s military strikes conclude 

The South Carolina Republican said a goal of the conflict should be to have Saudi Arabia sign the Abraham Accords, which would normalize relations with Israel.

The Abraham Accords were considered a major diplomatic victory during Trump’s first term and administration officials have worked to have other Arab nations join them during Trump 2.0. 

Several Iranian-backed proxies have been responsible for continued tense relations between Israel and the Jewish state’s Arab neighbors, including Hamas’ October 7, 2023, terror attack on Israel that started the war in Gaza.  

Some of Trump’s main MAGA supporters on Capitol Hill have encouraged the Republican President not to mount a ground invasion in Iran, which would put thousands of US forces in jeopardy. 

Thousands of Marines and other US forces have been deployed to the Middle East in recent days. 

On Tuesday, Trump also floated that US allies could take care of themselves in getting oil ships through the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran is blocking, once the military intervention ends.

‘If France or some other country wants to get oil or gas, they’ll go up through the Strait, the Hormuz Strait, and they’ll be able to fend for themselves,’ Trump said. ‘I think it will be very safe, actually.’ 

‘But we have nothing to do with that. What happens to the Strait, we’ll have nothing to do with,’ he continued. 

Throughout the conflict, Trump has lambasted allies, particularly NATO members, for not volunteering to help patrol the Strait of Hormuz, a major global oil shipping lane. 

US allies weren’t given a heads-up before the US and Israel launched the joint strikes on Iran, which killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on the first day. 

Gas prices in the United States have gone up $1 a gallon nationally since the strikes started, according to AAA.

Unveiling the Latest Buzz: Erika Kirk’s Relationship Speculations Explored

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Unveiling the Latest Buzz: Erika Kirk’s Relationship Speculations Explored



Erika Kirk has been a constant presence in the news following the tragic death of her husband, Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA. Charlie was shot and killed on September 10, 2025, at the age of 31, during an event at Utah Valley University, marking the beginning of his “The American Comeback” tour. As a well-known conservative activist and supporter of Donald Trump, he played a significant role in the MAGA movement. In the wake of his passing, Erika Kirk was appointed CEO of Turning Point USA, prompting many to dig into her past, particularly her previous relationships.


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Erika Kirk has remained in the headlines ever since her husband, Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, was shot and killed at the age of 31 on September 10, 2025, at the Utah Valley University’s campus during the first stop on his national “The American Comeback” tour. The conservative activist and influencer was a prominent Trump supporter who fueled the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement. His wife, Erika Kirk, was named the CEO of Turning Point USA the week of Charlie’s death, motivating many to investigate her background, including her dating history. 

Erika raised suspicions when she claimed never to have dated before meeting Charlie, a statement soon contradicted by internet detectives who uncovered old photographs of her with past boyfriends. Her appearance on Bravo’s reality show “Summer House” further fueled speculation. Some believe she has already moved on, while others suggest she was engaged before meeting Charlie, sparking a flurry of dating rumors.

Erika Kirk has been at the center of swirling rumors on X (formerly known as Twitter) since Charlie Kirk’s death. Regardless of the rumors’ validity, her name has been linked to several high-profile figures. In January 2026, speculation arose that she was involved with college football coach Lane Kiffin. This theory gained traction after a post on X suggested they were dating. However, the account responsible for the post specializes in satire related to college sports, which may explain the inclusion of Kiffin in the rumor.

The account’s bio clearly states, “Everything I do is Satire,” and Grok, X’s AI assistant, also clarified the situation regarding the Kiffin rumor. Grok explained, “No, this isn’t true. The post originates from a satirical account, and my searches find no credible sources confirming that Lane Kiffin is dating Erika Kirk (Charlie Kirk’s widow). It’s likely just a joke.” Despite this clarification, the rumor continued to spread, with one user humorously commenting, “Lane Kiffin collecting SEC W’s and grieving widows like Pokémon cards apparently.”

There are many rumors that Erika Kirk is already dating again


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Prior to the Kiffin speculation, another rumor suggested she was romantically linked to NFL legend Tom Brady. On January 14, 2026, a well-known parody account on X, Hoops Crave, claimed Kirk and Brady were an item. This post quickly went viral, prompting users to flood the comments with lighthearted remarks. Some even referenced the Brady rumors in discussions about Kiffin, with one user jokingly questioning, “how we go from tom brady, to this chump in 1 day.”

The X account’s bio reads, “Everything I do is Satire”. Grok — X’s AI assistant — also clarified the legitimacy of the Kiffin tweet. “No, this isn’t true. The post comes from a satirical account, and my searches find no credible sources confirming Lane Kiffin is dating Erika Kirk (Charlie Kirk’s widow). It’s likely just a joke,” Grok explained. However, this did not stop users from running with the rumor. “Lane Kiffin collecting SEC W’s and grieving widows like Pokémon cards apparently,” one user wrote. 

Shortly before her rumored romance with Kiffin, another popular rumor gained traction, claiming she was dating NFL superstar Tom Brady. On January 14, 2026, popular X parody account Hoops Crave posted that Kirk and Brady were dating. The post went viral, with many users flocking to the comments to make fun of the situation. In fact, some users referenced the Brady dating rumors in the later post about Kiffin. “how we go from tom brady, to this chump in 1 day,” one user asked. 

Erika Kirk and Vice President JD Vance have faced affair accusations


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One of the most popular, and scandalous, dating rumors Erika Kirk has faced is that she is having an affair with Vice President JD Vance. The romance rumors between Kirk and Vance started just seven weeks after Charlie Kirk’s passing at a Turning Point USA event, where Kirk compared Vance to her late husband. “No one will ever replace my husband. But I do see some similarities of my husband in JD — in Vice President JD Vance,” she said as she introduced him onstage during a Turning Point event in October 2025 (via People). “I do.” 

Afterward, Vance and Kirk shared a cozy hug on stage to make rumors worse. “Vance is going to leave his wife and kids to marry her,” one X user speculated after the event. On a November 22, 2025, appearance on “Megyn Kelly Live,” Kirk defended the controversial hug. “My love language is touch, if you will. So I will give you a play-by-play: They just played the emotional video. I’m walking over, [JD] is walking over. I’m starting to cry.”

Vance is married to Second Lady Usha Vance, and the couple has three children. On January 20, 2026, they announced on Instagram that they were expecting their fourth child. However, Usha and JD Vance divorce rumors were further fueled after she was spotted without her ring, which the couple claimed was an accident. “I think that we kind of get a kick out of it,” Vance told NBC News about the rumors. “But our marriage is as strong as it’s ever been, and I think Usha’s really taken to it, and it’s been kind of cool to see how she’s developed and evolved in this new role.”

Erika Kirk made controversial comments about dating


Erika Kirk speaking onstage

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In a CBS town hall that was held on December 16, 2025, Erika Kirk ruffled a lot of feathers when she claimed she never dated while living in New York City. She went on to make comments that criticized her roommate for dating. “I saw vicariously through my roommate how terrible it was,” Erika said in the CBS video. “Somehow, getting drinks became a replacement [for] having coffee or breakfast … I always thought it was very strange how she would go for drinks with one guy and then go to dinner with another.”

The controversial comments about dating and her head-scratching claim that she had never dated before meeting husband Charlie Kirk sent social media into a frenzy. Savvy internet users launched a full investigation into her dating history, unearthing several documented moments of her dating other people prior to Charlie. One of the most popular rumors was that Erika was formerly engaged to her 2015 partner Tyler “JT” Massey. “Happy hour with my favorite human and best friend, JT Massey, also conveniently enough my incredible boyfriend,” Erika wrote in a November 2014 article published in Arizona Foothills Magazine, confirming their past relationship.

In an X post, a user shared a black-and-white photo posted by Luna Bear Studios on March 16, 2015, featuring the couple holding hands and looking at each other. “Erika Kirk again in a couples photoshoot with Tyler Massey in March 2015, well within the 5 years she is claiming that she “never dated,” the X caption read. “This doesn’t make sense. Why would she expose herself as a liar knowing the information is out there countering her lies? Make this make sense?!” another X user commented.

Erika Kirk reportedly dated The Daily Wire editor in 2017

In 2017, Erika Kirk was photographed dating Cabot Phillips, senior editor of The Daily Wire and now a Turning Point USA speaker. In a resurfaced photo found by internet sleuths, the pair was photographed posing with their finished paintings while embracing. “Yes, we’re that couple who gets painting lessons together,” Phillips captioned the photo (via Yahoo! News). A popular X post featured a video to support the claims that the couple was once linked up, sharing a video of their now-deleted X posts where commenters referred to them as a couple. “The posts are now scrubbed but the replies to them are still there on Erika Kirk’s (old now locked) Twitter profile,” the post explained. 

In another X post shared in December 2025, the photo was reshared and opened up further scrutiny about the former relationship after Erika’s eyebrow-raising comments about not dating prior to meeting Charlie Kirk. “BREAKING: Erika Kirk is caught in a massive lie after old photos resurfaced showing her with an alleged boyfriend contradicting her claim on a CBS town hall that she wasn’t dating anyone at the time,” began the caption. “The man is now identified as Cabot Phillips who is currently touring with TPUSA.” 

Erika and Phillips’ former relationship has sparked controversy and fueled many negative rumors, given Phillips overlapping work and close proximity to the Kirks. After Charlie’s passing, Phillips became a more prominent figure in Turning Point USA, where Erika is now CEO. Phillips even gave a speech at an event called “How To Lead Like Charlie” that took place in December 2025. Phillips speaking on behalf of his ex’s late husband may not be the best optics in the court of public opinion.

Erika Kirk dated on a reality TV show

Armchair detectives on TikTok resurfaced Erika Kirk’s appearance on the 2019 season of Bravo’s “Summer House,” which was filmed in the summer of 2018, before first meeting Charlie Kirk. The reality TV show follows a cast of New Yorkers who have to share a house in the Hamptons on the weekends in the summertime. Kirk ultimately appeared on Season 3 of the show, where she mingled with parts of the group, and was even set up on a date with then-housemate Jordan Verroi. However, it was reported that the pair did not date outside of filming. 

In an Instagram post shared in May 2019, Kirk revealed that she gave up a cast member spot on “Summer House” to finish her juris master in American Legal Studies from Liberty University School of Law. She ended up graduating from the program with honors. “To the one’s that sent me insane amounts of encouragement & prayer as I silently pursued this degree and made my own career sacrifices (like turning down being a cast member for @bravotv Summer House & other various TV show opportunities).”

The timeline from when Erika first met and started dating Charlie in 2018 to when “Summer House” aired in 2019 had caused confusion, fueling rumors that her dating history was suspicious. When Erika shared a 5-year anniversary post in September 2023, it raised some eyebrows. “She went on a dating show in 2019…. I’m confused,” one Instagram user commented. “It was filmed summer 2018,” another user responded to the comment. While that would put the filming of “Summer House” right before the start of her relationship with Charlie in September, that means she moved on to Charlie very shortly after filming.



Australia’s Neighbors Face Escalating Crisis: Urgent Action Needed at the Doorstep

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Australia has been called upon to enhance its assistance as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East exacerbates food insecurity in neighboring regions, compounded by diminishing fuel supplies.

The humanitarian group World Vision has expressed concerns regarding the oil reserves in Papua New Guinea and Timor-Leste. Meanwhile, countries like Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are now implementing fuel rationing measures.

The recent closure of the Strait of Hormuz has already led to increased fuel prices across the region. This escalation is anticipated to result in inevitable food price hikes in Australia and beyond.

World Vision warns that this situation could significantly impact food security throughout Asia and the Pacific.

“In a place like Papua New Guinea, where child malnutrition and stunting rates are already high, there will be real downstream impacts on children and the most vulnerable,” stated Grant Bayldon, World Vision Australia’s CEO, in a conversation with SBS News.

“The impact of increased food prices, we expect, will be really significant across the region.”

Bayldon called on the Australian government to continue its “consistent positive presence in the Pacific” through its aid program.

“Our message to the government is that this isn’t the time to abandon our neighbours when they need our help the most,” he said.

Government ‘looking at what we can do’, Wong says

Foreign Minister Penny Wong told SBS News the government was considering how it might help its neighbours, but its priority would be to secure fuel supply for Australians.

“But we are a responsible Pacific partner and we’ll continue to work with them and look at what we can do to support them through this,” she said.

Asked if Australia had an obligation if asked for help, Treasurer Jim Chalmers told SBS News “we work with our friends and partners in the region where we can”, but “our first responsibility and our highest priority is making sure that we’ve got enough supply here”.

The Timor-Leste government announced last week it had approved temporary measures to stabilise fuel prices and ensure supply, including a cap on petrol, diesel and jet fuel prices.

Several Pacific nations have already appealed for help with oil supplies.

Samoa’s Prime Minister La’aulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt said he had asked his New Zealand counterpart if it was possible to divert fuel to Samoa if needed.

Tongan Prime Minister Lord Fakafanua said partners including Australia and New Zealand were sharing intelligence with his country to help them prepare for shortages.

‘This is not a distant crisis’

World Vision, which has a presence in 10 countries across South Asia and the Pacific, is warning that the crisis will compound existing vulnerabilities that had been building for years across the region.

“A conflict thousands of kilometres away is now directly threatening the food on children’s tables and the medicine in their clinics,” Bayldon said.

“The children who will be hit hardest are those who were already the most vulnerable — in communities across South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific battling climate shocks, poverty and inequality long before this crisis began.”

Villagers in a house suspended above water in Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea’s fuel reserves are believed to be depleted, according to World Vision. Source: Getty / PA Images / Kirsty O’Connor

The current predicament is unfolding during the Pacific cyclone season, while typhoon season in South Asia is also looming.

“This is not a distant crisis. It is arriving at the doorsteps of families across our region right now,” Bayldon said.

World Vision has been tracking the impacts of climate shocks displacing residents who have degraded healthy food options.

This is exacerbated by surging fuel and fertiliser costs due to the conflict, with the potential for crucial crops to fail.

Statistics provided by the United Nations’ World Food Programme show an expected 24 per cent increase in food insecurity across Asia, as the price of fertiliser needed to protect crops surges due to supply chain disruptions.

World Food Programme statistics also assert that every 10 per cent rise in South Asian food prices can be linked to a rise of up to 4.3 per cent in child wasting. Child wasting, it says, is a condition that can leave children 12 times more likely to die than those that are well-nourished.

World Vision says many Pacific Islands are now reliant on imported food, which means international price increases can be devastating.

PNG is no stranger to fuel shocks — the country declared a 30-day “national emergency” after a dispute with the country’s largest fuel supplier and the national bank.

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Nurse Reveals Surprising 2-Year Journey After Doctor’s First Message

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Nurse Reveals Surprising 2-Year Journey After Doctor’s First Message

A post by a Nigerian nurse detailing her dating experience with a medical doctor has captured widespread attention on social media.

The nurse took to the microblogging platform X, previously known as Twitter, to recount her story.

‎Nurse Shares Encounter 

Identified as @Temitope-Afoo on X, she revealed that the doctor she was seeing abruptly stopped communicating with her merely days before her birthday.

Concerned by his sudden silence, she attempted to reach out through calls and messages, but received no response.

Explaining the reason behind his disappearance, she shared, “He thought I would ask him for money or a gift. I was genuinely worried and reached out multiple times, but when he didn’t reply, I decided to let it be.”

After her birthday, the doctor reached out, but she had moved forward.

However, upon tying the knot , she doesn’t share her number with doctors any longer.

‎In the tweet comment section, she revealed that 2 years ago he reached out to her for airtime, which left her laughing.

Meanwhile, the tweet which has garned 149,000 views has been flooded with reactions from users on the  X platform.

Reactions Trailing Below…

Miz17 remarked, “He did the right thing. Dating a Nigerian woman is like training a crocodile”.

Maker of Angels, “You’re married, ma’am. Make una dey respect una husband na. What is this talk about your ex and vendetta?”.

Hidden Nobel stated, “Most of em don’t know some things are meant to die with them once they’re married, there are some pasts that should remain hidden for life”.

Designs Hitman added, “If not that you wanted to really bill him, how did you know he was dodging you because of the billing. 😂”.

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