A Hit On Trump Adverted!

Another attempt on the Trumper's life.

Expect more of these incidents.

The U.S. Secret Service, Florida State Police, the FBI and ATG will likely be involved in this latest incident. 

Despite all the chaos, bullshit and rancor, most politicians do not want President Donald J. Trump to die. They rather see him held accountable for his actions. If it involves serving time in federal time out or a removal from office, many of his opponents do not want him to see an untimely fate.

I want President Donald J. Trump, Vice President JD Vance, Elon Musk, Larry Ellison, Republicans, some Democrats, Israel, capitalism and the status quo to fail.

So far in the United States.

How many (up to 3 deaths or injuries) shootings? 

1,788 homicides and 2,959 shootings.

How many mass shootings?

65 mass shootings.

How many school shootings?

6 school shootings.

How many religious institution shootings?

1 religious institutions.

How many civilians killed by police?

124 people killed by police.

How many police officers killed by civilians, animals or nature?

15 members of law enforcement.

How many firefighters and first responders died in incidents?

4 members of firefighters and first responders.

Okay, the Secret Service killed a man who was armed trying to infiltrate Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach.

An armed man drove into the secure perimeter of Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump’s resort in Palm Beach, Florida, before being shot and killed early Sunday morning, according to a spokesman for the U.S. Secret Service.

Although Trump often spends weekends at his resort, he was at the White House when the breach occurred around 1:30 a.m.

The man had a gas can and a shotgun, authorities said. Investigators identified him as 21-year-old Austin Tucker Martin of North Carolina, according to a person familiar with the matter who was not authorized to discuss it publicly, and authorities said his family had recently reported him missing.

He’s believed to have purchased his shotgun while driving south, Secret Service spokesman Anthony Guglielmi said, and a box for the weapon was later discovered in the man’s vehicle.

Investigators have not identified a motive. However, Trump has faced threats to his life before, including two assassination attempts during the 2024 campaign.

The investigation is ongoing

The man entered the north gate of the property as another vehicle was exiting and was confronted by two Secret Service agents and a Palm Beach County sheriff’s deputy, according to Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw.

“He was ordered to drop those two pieces of equipment that he had with him. At which time he put down the gas can, raised the shotgun to a shooting position,” Bradshaw said at a brief press conference. The two agents and the deputy “fired their weapons to neutralize the threat.”

Any white shooter is "a leftist" according to Republicans and MAGAland.

The Moore County Sheriff’s Department in North Carolina said a relative of Martin’s reported him missing early Sunday morning.

Investigators are working to compile a psychological profile. Asked whether the man was previously known to law enforcement, Bradshaw said “not right now.”

The FBI encouraged residents who live near Mar-a-Lago to check any security cameras they may have for footage that could help investigators.

In a post on X, FBI Director Kash Patel said the bureau would be “dedicating all necessary resources” to the investigation.

Martin was described by family as quiet and averse to guns

On Sunday afternoon, vehicles blocked the entrance to a property listed in public records as an address for Martin at the end of a private road in Cameron, North Carolina.

Braeden Fields, Martin’s cousin, reacted with disbelief. He described Martin as quiet, afraid of guns and from a family of avid Trump supporters.

“He’s a good kid,” Fields, 19, said. He said they grew up together. “I wouldn’t believe he would do something like this. It’s mind-blowing,” Fields said.

He said Martin worked at a local golf course and would send money from each paycheck to charity.

“He wouldn’t even hurt an ant. He doesn’t even know how to use a gun,” Fields said.

He said his cousin didn’t discuss politics.

“We are big Trump supporters, all of us. Everybody,” Fields said, but his cousin was “real quiet, never really talked about anything.”

Of course, it has to do with the president slow walking the Epstein files. Many Trump supporters are turning on him because of his refusal to release the entire files.

He is not a leftist or any imaginary cause de jour.

Trump faced two assassination attempts during his last campaign

Sunday’s incursion at Mar-a-Lago took place a few miles from Trump’s West Palm Beach club where a man tried to assassinate him while he played golf during the 2024 campaign.

A Secret Service agent spotted that man, Ryan Routh, aiming a rifle through the shrubbery before Trump came into view. Officials said Routh aimed his rifle at the agent, who opened fire and caused Routh to drop his weapon.

Routh was found guilty last year and sentenced this month to life in prison.

Trump also survived an assassination attempt at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. That gunman fired eight shots before being killed by a Secret Service counter sniper. One rally attendee was killed by the gunman.

White House brings in shutdown politics

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said in a post on X that “the United States Secret Service acted quickly and decisively to neutralize a crazy person, armed with a gun and a gas canister, who intruded President Trump’s home.”

Leavitt used her post to blame Democratic lawmakers in Congress for the partial government shutdown affecting the Homeland Security Department, which began Feb. 14 after Democrats demanded changes to the president’s deportation campaign.

The Secret Service is among the agencies where the vast majority of employees are continuing their work but missing a paycheck.

“Federal law enforcement are working 24/7 to keep our country safe and protect all Americans,” Leavitt said. “It’s shameful and reckless that Democrats have chosen to shut down their Department.”

The White House referred all questions to the Secret Service and FBI. Both Trump and his wife posted statements on social media after the incident, but they were unrelated to the shooting.

Numerous recent acts of politically motivated violence

In the past year, there was the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk; the assassination of the Democratic leader in the Minnesota state House and her husband and the shooting of another lawmaker and his wife; and an arson attack at the official residence of Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro.

Five days ago, a Georgia man armed with a shotgun was arrested as he sprinted toward the west side of the U.S. Capitol. Trump is scheduled to deliver his State of the Union address there on Tuesday night.

Are you getting tired of this?

The status quo politics of "can't do nothing" or "now is not the time."

On average there are two mass shootings a day now. It never stops. 

Uh oh. Better see if the far right preparing to make this shooter a leftist.

I wonder if Charlie Kirk got something to say about it?

Nevermind.

The United States is the most violent country in the world. Israel and Russia follow behind respectfully. Israel, Russia and the United States are the most hated countries in the world. 

The United States is downsizing in democracy. 

What is wrong with white men, white women and white boys?

It's the guns stupid!

Things to keep in mind when the blame game comes, will the suspect be:

• White
• Black
• Latino
• Muslim
• Arab
• Non White National
• Immigrant
• A member of the LGBTQ community 
• A disgruntled employee 
• A former student
• A current student
• A gang member
• A so called leftist 
• A person who has conservative views
• A person with easy access to firearm

The person with easy access to firearms should be the only answer. Alas, the far right is hoping for this to be a person they can scapegoat as their next de jour of outrage. Anyone can get firearm in the United States. Even, people who are non U.S. citizens are allowed to obtain firearms. 

The real issue is not just guns, it's white men, white women tears and white boys. They are losing their goddamn minds. Inspired by loneliness, politics, job loss, social media trends, endless perceptions of others, the lack of opportunities (besides joining the military) and the need to be ahead of everyone else is what drives these fools to commit endless chaos.

White privilege also santizes the white shooters. Already we are getting details of the mass shooters. Glaring profiles of these white mass shooters to paint them as unfortunate circumstances. Ignoring the fact, these terrorists had signs of potential danger but their families thought it was just noise.

That restraining order doesn't mean much to a deranged individual. It's a trigger!

I wish things could have turned out well! But unfortunately, a shooter never abides to a court order!

How can a piece of paper protect a victim when it's not reliant on stopping the perpetrator (from causing harm)?

Alleged suspect was considered a missing person.

The real issue is gun violence. Not comedians. Not activists. Not Black men. Not immigrants. Not Muslims. Not transgender Americans. Not video games. Not movies. Not rap music. Not the left.

A man made crisis that can be solved if these incompetent politicians and media agitators stop making excuses for the continued gun violence epidemic. Prayers are just words and speeches. Instead offering words, how about policies?

The United States is downsizing in democracy and freedom.

I just want to say that the Second Amendment is White, period.

A bullet does not care about color. We all bleed red and so many lives are lost to gun violence. Republicans offer no solutions other than "thoughts and prayers" with a touch of "lock em up."

Gun violence continues to be the number one threat in the United States.

I dismiss this ridiculous notion that criminals are the problem, not the guns. Firearms are often obtained through legal purchases. 

Again, having more security, teachers being armed and offering safe rooms are not solving the problem. The problem is lawmakers not willing to stop gun violence.

According to the far right: White shooters are always mentally ill or lone wolves. The far right believes they should receive some sympathy for their crimes. Black shooters are unrepentant thugs and criminals who deserve lengthy time in the iron college or death. Gay and transgender shooters are active groomers who want to be pedophiles on children. Muslim shooters are terrorists who should be surveiled or deported. Hispanic and Asian shooters are illegal immigrants and they should be deported. According to the far right, almost all white [or non-white] mass shooters are registered Democrats [leftist or some progressive activist] because they have liked or done one thing common to the politics of the left. Of course, they often share or post disinformation by using the ridiculous "Sam Hyde" meme or make bogus social media platforms with the shooter's image as a way to denounce most mass shooters being white or associated with conservative causes. The far right says a white person should "protect" themselves from thugs, terrorists or protesters. They believe the use of firearms are "justified" if they are protesting or even instigating a conflict. The far right believes if a shooter is a police officer, an active military member, a veteran or a citizen who supports conservative causes, they are considered a "heroes" and use of firearms are justified. If the shooters are teens in urban communities, the far right automatically assume the gunmen are Black. Even if the evidence turns out that the shooter has alignment with conservative causes or Republicans, the far right dismisses it as a hoax or a plot to demonize the MAGA movement.

Not lowering the temperature. Not learning from Butler.

The Republicans usually amplify white victims. Anytime a person of color kills a white victim, it is often wall-to-wall coverage on Fox, Twitter and they force it into national news. They make the case to blame Black Lives Matter, Barack Obama, Kamala Harris, Democrats, Rev. Al Sharpton and rap music for Black on whatever violence. Republican lawmakers who do not live in urban neighborhoods often troll social media to talk about gun violence or crime in Chicago, Baltimore, Milwaukee and New York City while not doing a damn thing to stop it. If a white person shoots a Black person, the shooter is given the benefit of doubt. White shooters are given glowing profiles about their perfect lives and how friends noticed something but refused to do something. When it comes to Black shooters, automatic vilification. They don't see mental illness. They see it as gang violence, allegedly fatherless homes, Democratic policies or the need for more firearms.

Trump gave us open season.

WHITE PRIVILEGE IS REAL! IT'S "SUIT AND TIE" WHITE SUPREMACY ON TELEVISION, RADIO, THE INTERNET AND AMERICAN POLICY!

FOR EVERY BAD COP, THERE WILL BE A DEAD COP!

IF THE UNITED STATES CONTINUES TO AID ISRAEL, THE WORLD WILL BOYCOTT THE U.S. AND ABANDON THE DOLLAR!

I DON'T BELIEVE EVERYTHING ON THE INTERNET OR THE COP'S VERSION.

These murderers don't have mental illness. They are calculated and prepared. It happened to be a moment where they have the opportunity to take out lives.

There's no sickness in the head. Most mass shooters legally obtain their assault rifles without little background checks. They have likely no criminal history and they are willing to use the assault weapon in the only thing it's good for: Killing numerous lives.

Holding these lawmakers accountable is not just a pledge, but a promise. You need to learn who represents your community. Your local community member, your school board member, your mayor, your state representative, your state senator, your governor, your U.S. Representative, your U.S. Senator and the president need to be held accountable for their actions.

Erika Kirk, Scott Presler, Laura Loomer, Riley Gaines, Lizzy Savetsky, Blaire White, Derrick Evans, Joey Saladino, Hermes, Eric Daughetry, Paul Szypula, Roseanne Barr, Steve Bannon, James Woods, Cam Higby, Tucker Carlson, Catturd, CJ Pearson, Steven Crowder, Tomi Lahren, Jack Posobiec, Waka Flocka Flame, DaBaby, James O'Keefe, Jacob Wahl, Nick Fuentes, Donald Trump, Jr., Eric Trump, Roger Stone, Terrence K. Williams, Ian Miles Cheong, Lindy Li, Andy Ngo, Alexis Wilkins, Olivia Krolcyzk, Brandon Tatum, Candace Owens, Nick Sorter, Phil McGraw, 50 Cent, Nicki Minaj, Harris Faulkner, Tara Bull, Theodis Daniel, DJ Daniel, Kevin Sorbo, Dean Cain, Rob Schneider, Gunther Eagleman, Chaya Raichik, Meghan McCain, Tim Pool, Megyn Kelly, Amir Odom, Jesse Watters, Bill O'Reilly, Mark Levin, Steve Bannon, Myron Gaines, Rochelle "Silk" Hardaway-Richardson, Jake Lang, Larry Elder, Eylon Levy, Ben Shapiro, Nick Sorter, Alex Jones, Owen Shroyer, Bill Cunningham, Andrew Tate, Tristan Tate, Kevin Hodge, Keith Hodge, Bill Maher, Forgiato Blow, Vanilla Ice, Amber Rose, Greg Gutfeld, James Woods, David Limbaugh, Ian Carroll, Gordon Robertson, April Chapman, Ali Alexander, Michelle Malkin, Ann Coulter, Brent Bozell, Matt Walsh, Benny Johnson, Olivia Nuzzi, Ryan Lizza, Laura Ingraham, Matt Drudge, Mike Lindell, Matt Gaetz, Vince Langman, Brian Kilmeade, Glenn Beck, Xaviaer DuRousseau, Sean Davis, Ian Jaegar, Christopher Rufo, Joey Mannarino, Sean "Softball" Hannity and every far right agitator are scared of being taken out by a gunman. They are scared that the bullet won't miss. They want you to risk your freedom or your life to protect their right to gas you up to commit unspeakable crimes against one another.

We need to put pressure on Republicans and Democrats to do something to improve everyone's lives.

Keep pressure on them with Israel. 

Israel must be held accountable for war crimes and the U.S. must end its aid. 

Our taxpayer money should not help Israel any further.

Expect more gun violence.

Republicans continue to offer extremely unpopular ideas. They will find out the risk of supporters being turned off by their policies.

Biden, Harris and the Democratic Party failed at understanding what is more important to the country. Trump, Vance and the Republican Party have already failed at understanding.

Both parties support of Israel had made some Arab Americans, Muslim and young voters vote against them. They have cost Biden a second term and Harris a historical victory.

The website Officer Down is a memorial to those police officers who were killed in the line of duty. Those victims who don't get their names or accomplishments mentioned in the junk food media. Also the website the National Gun Violence Memorial also keeps record of the many individuals killed by gun violence. We are covering workplace violence, religious facility violence, police violence and school shootings as well. 

Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (Lifeline) at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or 988, or text the Crisis Text Line (text HELLO to 741741). Both services are free and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The deaf and hard of hearing can contact the Lifeline via TTY at 1-800-799-4889. All calls are confidential. Contact social media outlets directly if you are concerned about a friend’s social media updates or dial 911 in an emergency. Learn more on the Lifeline’s website or the Crisis Text Line’s website.

If you or a loved one are a victim of domestic violence, you can call a 24-hour crisis hotline at 1-800-300-1080 or visit www.corasupport.org. 

The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START 87888.

The Network/La Red’s 24-hour hotline, 1-800-832-1901 provides confidential emotional support, information, referrals, safety planning, and crisis intervention for lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer and/or transgender (LGBTQ+) folks, as well as folks in kink and polyamorous communities who are being abused or have been abused by a partner.

If you care about the future and want to voice your frustration with your federal officials, let 2026 be the call to action. 

The call center to the White House and Congress should still be the same.

The call number to the White House and U.S. Capitol is now going to be used. This is the official White House numbers 202-456-1111 and 202-456-1414. This is the Congress official phone number, 202-224-3121. Please be respectful to operators, staff members and elected leaders. Your calls are monitored by the U.S. Secret Service and U.S. Capitol Police. 

Let them know that "thoughts and prayers," "hearts going to" and "good guys with guns" are no longer acceptable and you want legislation to curb gun violence. Let them know that we are tired of police officers using immunity when committing death of suspects in custody. You want no more qualified immunity for police officers who use deadly force when it's not justified. Let them know that deporting law abiding immigrants seeking refuge is inhumane. You want the U.S. to improve the immigration process. You want the U.S. lawmakers stop dehumanizing human beings. You want the U.S. to prove to the world its a beacon of freedom. You want our American military and Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents stop harassing people (regardless of nationality) out of our cities, the Middle East and every fucking international conflict in the world. You want legislation to focus on lowering the cost of rent, lowering the cost of food, lowering the cost of hospital visits, improving healthcare and building relationships with other nations. Let them know that you tired of being lectured about oppresive regimes overseas when the very people running our state and federal government are doing the same in real time. Let them know that you will not tolerate a government shutdown which affects federal services for Americans in need or in support of services. Let them know that pulling out of the UN Human Rights Organization, World Health Organization and Paris Climate Accords will put the U.S. in danger when catastrophic event happen. Let them know that you are tired of private equity firms getting away with destroying small businesses and long established companies. Let them know that you are tired of your taxpayer money going to foreign nations like Israel and Ukraine. You are tired of hearing about "Israel having a right to..." and the bogus claims of being anti-semitic or in support of terrorism because you support the freedom of Palestinians. You are tired of the propaganda being forced on your media platforms.

We have bigger issues at home and our tax dollars should solve the housing crisis, lowering food prices, fixing roads, bridges, helping reinvest in struggling urban and rural communities. We have hospitals closing, big box retailers leaving communities and television programs dying. There are bigger issues in the country than Israel. You want an immediate ceasefire, a weapons embargo, sanctions and accountability for war crimes done by Israel. You want no more domestic or foreign influence in American elections. You also want to make sure future presidents and lawmakers avoid influence from lobbyists and special interest groups.

THERE IS NO GOD!

GOD IS NOT FIXING THIS!

FUCK YOUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS!

LET ME BE CLEAR, PRAYERS DO NOT STOP FUCKING BULLETS!

THIS IS A MAN-MADE ISSUE! WHY IS IT SO HARD TO STOP A MAN-MADE ISSUE LIKE GUN VIOLENCE?

STOP SAYING YOU'RE PRAYING TO PEOPLE AFFECTED BY GUN VIOLENCE. IT IS FUCKING PLATITUDES. DO SOMETHING ABOUT FUCKING GUN VIOLENCE YOU WORTHLESS LAWMAKERS. PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP, THE CHOICE TO CONTINUE THE STATUS QUO WILL KEEP YOU AND OTHERS AT RISK OF VIOLENCE. MAKE A CHOICE TO STOP THE CHAOS AND ACT LIKE A FUCKING 79 YEAR OLD MAN. DO SOMETHING TO HELP THE COUNTRY.

Rondale Moore Passed Away!

A career ending injury led to Rondale Moore committing suicide.

Over the weekend, a NFL star committed suicide. He was distraught over a career ending injury and it lead to his passing.

Rondale Moore, an NFL receiver who had season-ending training camp knee injuries in each of the last two years after a standout college career at Purdue and a promising start with the Arizona Cardinals, was found dead Saturday, authorities said. He was 25.

Police said Moore died of a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound. Moore was found dead in the garage of a property in his hometown of New Albany, police chief Todd Bailey said. The death remains under investigation.

Floyd County Coroner Matthew Tomlin also confirmed Moore’s death. He said an autopsy would be conducted on Sunday.

After being traded to the Atlanta Falcons in 2024, Moore dislocated his right knee during training camp and never played for them. He signed with the Minnesota Vikings in 2025, but he blew out his left knee while returning a punt in their first exhibition game and spent another full season on injured reserve. Moore was so distraught after immediately realizing the seriousness of that injury that he slammed his hand down on a cart so hard the sound was audible throughout the stadium.

Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (Lifeline) at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or 988, or text the Crisis Text Line (text HELLO to 741741). Both services are free and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The deaf and hard of hearing can contact the Lifeline via TTY at 1-800-799-4889. All calls are confidential. Contact social media outlets directly if you are concerned about a friend’s social media updates or dial 911 in an emergency. Learn more on the Lifeline’s website or the Crisis Text Line’s website.

You can get help if you, a loved one or friend is dealing with drug abuse.

SAMHSA’s National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.

The Vikings said they had spoken with Moore’s family to offer condolences and support.

“I am devastated by the news of Rondale’s death. While Rondale had been a member of the Vikings for a short time, he was someone we came to know well and care about deeply,” coach Kevin O’Connell said in a statement distributed by the team. “He was a humble, soft-spoken, and respectful young man who was proud of his Indiana roots. As a player, he was disciplined, dedicated and resilient despite facing adversity multiple times as injuries sidelined him throughout his career. We are all heartbroken by the fact he won’t continue to live out his NFL dream and we won’t all have a chance to watch him flourish.”

In a statement, the Cardinals said they were “devastated and heartbroken.”

“Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with his family, friends, teammates, and everyone who loved him and had the privilege of knowing such a special person,” the team said in a social media post.

Moore grew up in New Albany, just across the Indiana border from Louisville, Kentucky, and was a first team All-American as a freshman at Purdue in 2018.

“Rondale Moore was a complete joy to coach. The ultimate competitor who wouldn’t back down from any challenge. Rondale had a work ethic unmatched by anyone. A great teammate that would come through in any situation. We all loved Rondale; we loved his smile and his competitive edge that always wanted to please everyone he came in contact,” Louisville coach Jeff Brohm said on social media. Brohm was the coach at Purdue when Moore played there.

Drafted in the second round by the Cardinals in 2021, Moore had 1,201 receiving yards and three touchdowns plus 249 rushing yards and one score over three seasons. He served as their primary returner for kickoffs and punts as a rookie before injuries pushed him away from that role.

“Can’t even begin to fathom or process this,” former Cardinals teammate J.J. Watt said on social media. “There’s just no way. Way too soon. Way too special. So much left to give. Rest in peace Rondale.”

Willie Colón Passed Away!

Willie Colón has 

The urban Latin music industry lost an iconic figure. He was a legend in his name.

Unfortunately, his politics leaned towards MAGA.

Willie Colón, the Grammy-nominated architect of urban salsa music and social activist, died Saturday. He was 75.

Over his decades-long career, the trombonist, composer, arranger and singer produced more than 40 albums that sold more than 30 million copies worldwide. He collaborated with a wide range of artists, including the Fania All Stars, David Byrne and Celia Cruz.

His celebrated collaboration with Rubén Blades, “Siembra,” became one of the bestselling salsa albums of all time, and the pair were known for addressing social issues through the genre.

Colón’s family and manager confirmed his death through social media posts.

“Willie didn’t just change salsa; he expanded it, politicized it, clothed it in urban chronicles, and took it to stages where it hadn’t been heard before,” manager Pietro Carlos wrote. “His trombone was the voice of the people, an echo of the Caribbean in New York, a bridge between two cultures.”

Colón, who was nominated for 10 Grammys and one Latin Grammy, made famous songs such as “El gran varón,” “Sin poderte hablar,” “Casanova,” “Amor verdad” and “Oh, qué será.”

Blades said on the social platform X that he confirmed “what I was reluctant to believe” and offered his condolences to Colón’s family.

The path to the trombone — and fame

Born in New York’s Bronx borough, Colón was raised by his grandmother and aunt, who from a young age nurtured him with traditional Puerto Rican music and the typical rhythms of the Latin American repertoire, including Cuban son and tango.

At age 11 he ventured into the world of music, first with flute, then bugle, trumpet and finally trombone, with which he stood out in the then-nascent genre of salsa.

His interest in trombone arose after hearing Barry Rogers playing it on “Dolores,” Mon Rivera’s song with Joe Cotto.

“It sounded like an elephant, a lion ... an animal. Something so different that, as soon as I heard it, I said to myself: ‘I want to play that instrument,’” he recalled in an interview published in the Colombian newspaper El Tiempo in 2011.

At 17 he joined the group of artists that formed the famous record label Fania Records, led and created by Jerry Masucci and Johnny Pacheco. Fania was largely responsible for the new sound that was produced in the Latin world of New York and would later be called “salsa.”

Colón’s main characteristic as a musician was the fusion of rhythms, as he harmonized jazz, rock, funk, soul and R&B with the old Latin school of Cuban son, cha-cha-cha, mambo and guaracha, adding the nostalgia of the traditional Puerto Rican sound that encompasses jíbara, bomba and plena music.

In 2004 the Latin Recording Academy awarded Colón a special Grammy for his career and contributions to music.

The music lives on.

Community leader and activist

As a community leader, Colón fought for civil rights, mostly in the United States. He was part of the Hispanic Arts Association, the Latino Commission on AIDS, the Arthur Schomburg Coalition for a Better New York and the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute, among others.

In 1991 he was honored with the Chubb fellowship from Yale University, a public service recognition also awarded to the likes of John F. Kennedy, Moshe Dayan, the Rev. Jesse Jackson and Ronald Reagan, among others.

In the political arena, he served as special assistant to David Dinkins, New York’s first Black mayor, and was later appointed special assistant and adviser to Mayor Michael Bloomberg.

Colón had little luck running for public office himself, however. He failed in a challenge to then-U.S. Rep. Eliot Engel in the 1994 Democratic primary, and in 2001 came in third in the Democratic primary for New York’s public advocate.

He backed Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign in 2008, but he told the Observer that he voted for Donald J. Trump in 2016.

Colón had public clashes with artists and politicians. His friendship with Blades ruptured after Colón sued for breach of contract over the 2003 concert “Siembra ... 25 years later,” held in Puerto Rico. He also sparked a controversy when he called the then-president of Venezuela, Hugo Chávez, “rotten” on a social network.

Colón acted in films such as “Vigilante,” “The Last Fight” and “It Could Happen to You,” and on TV in “Miami Vice” and “Demasiado Corazón.” More recently he appeared in Bad Bunny’s music video for “NuevaYol.”

He is survived by his wife and four sons.

JoAnne Bland Passed Away!

JoAnne Bland, an iconic Selma civil rights leader has passed away.

A life of service to help the vulnerable and protect the rights of the marginalized.

JoAnne Bland passed away on Thursday. Bland, a Selma native and lifelong civil rights activist, has died. She was 72.

Bland was an American civil rights activist. She was the co-founder and former director of the National Voting Rights Museum in Selma, Alabama.

Bland was a highly active participant in the Civil Rights Movement from her earliest days, and was the youngest person to have been jailed during any civil rights demonstration during that period.

Bland grew up in segregated Selma, Alabama, where she was not allowed to enter certain stores and was only allowed to go in the library and movie theater on days labeled "colored." 

As a result of growing up in segregation Bland lost her mother, who died in a "white" hospital waiting for a transfusion of "black blood."

Her grandmother encouraged Bland and her sister to march and become a freedom fighter to fight for their freedom, even though her father disapproved due to his fear for their lives.

Her father's objections did not stop Bland, who became active in the movement when she was eight years old. When she was eight years old, she attended a meeting with the Dallas County Voters League with her grandmother.

Bland grew up in Selma and became involved in the Civil Rights Movement as a child foot soldier in the 1960s, participating in the historic Selma voting rights marches, including Bloody Sunday.

In a statement released Thursday, Bland's family said that she “departed this life surrounded by love,” leaving behind a legacy marked by “strength, grace and unwavering dedication to her family and community.” Family members asked for privacy as they grieve and plan memorial arrangements.

"By the time I was 11-years-old, I had been arrested at least 13 documented times," she once wrote.

In 1989, she co-founded the National Voting Rights Museum and Institute and later helped establish Foot Soldiers Park, an initiative to preserve and teach the history of Selma and inspire future activists. Bland also led civil rights tours through her organization, Journeys for the Soul, educating visitors about Selma’s pivotal role in the struggle for racial justice.

"I am heartbroken to learn of the passing of Ms. Joanne Bland — a freedom fighter and daughter of Selma, Alabama," said Rep. Terri Sewell. "It was Foot Soldiers like JoAnne who put their lives and freedom on the line for the right of all Americans to vote."

"Today, Selma has lost one of her greatest daughters," said Mayor Johnny Moss III, adding that Bland "carried the spirit of Selma with strength, truth, and unwavering courage."

Bland’s work extended far beyond her hometown as she spoke widely on the importance of voting rights and civic engagement. Her family expressed gratitude for the “outpouring of love, prayers and support” from the community.

Huckleberry Hound Refuses To Hold Israel Accountable!

Tucker Carlson pushes U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee about how he can allow Israel get away with attacks on Christians.

Back in 2007, I won an opportunity to attend the YouTube Republican Debate hosted by CNN. When I was on YouTube posting about how my community was dying, it caught the attention of CNN.

I had an opportunity to see the debate. I went down to St. Petersburg, Florida and attended the event at the Xcel Center. I even met Chuck Norris, a famed martial artist and actor.

I shook hands with eventual Republican nominee John McCain, Matt Romney, Mike Huckabee and Ron Paul. I was a supporter of Ron Paul, unaware of his white nationalist past.

Had I known that, I would have directly called him out for his past newsletters.

Paul was anti-interventionist. He opposed funding endless wars, called for an investigation of prominent elites committing crimes but protecting themselves with wealth and focus on American issues. 

I was a Democrat who had an opportunity to experience a Republican debate.

I vehemently opposed a lot of the culture war nonsense they were barking about. Every mention from the Republicans were about Hillary Clinton. As of 2026, Clinton's name is still mentioned by figures in the Republican Party.

Donald J. Trump, Sean "Softball" Hannity, Mark Levin and even some influencers seem to have a fixation on name dropping her despite being out of politics since 2016. 

She has been a federal official since 2013.

She didn't earn the nomination. It went to Barack Obama. He would end up winning.

Republicans continue to mention his name as well. He has been out of federal office since 2017 and the Republican officials continue to bring him up. The same individuals mentioned earlier continue to name drop him.

Huckabee. He looks like he is dying. Maybe cancer.

He was a two term governor from Arkansas. His daughter, Sarah Huckabee Sanders is currently the governor of the state. He ran for president in 2008 and 2016.

He had became a media personality on Fox, TBN and Newsmax.

 

Benjamin Netanyahu and Mike Huckabee.

Arkansas is now a solid Republican state. The past Democratic senators Mark Pryor and Blanche Lincoln were conservative. The state is a relic of old school Democrats. Bill Clinton is a relic of the state. He was then governor and later president.

It's current delegation are Republican. The two senators Tom Cotton and John Boozman are very incompetent. They are supportive of Trump's attempts to overthrow Iranian government for the interest of Israel.

Huckabee became the U.S. Ambassador to Israel in 2025. 

He staunchly supports the apartheid genocidal ethnostate. He refers to The West Bank as Judea and Samera. He could care less about Gaza or any regions Israel plans on invading.

Israel has intentions to illegal seize the West Bank, Gaza, Lebanon, Cyprus, Iraq, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Turkïye and Iran.

Huckabee is all for it.

In his sit down with Tucker Carlson, Huckabee proudly stated that Israel is allowed to whatever it wants. On Fox, Huckabee denounced the idea of Israel being forced to pay for the destruction of Gaza. He will oppose any attempts by the international community to hold Israel accountable.

Carlson has been influential to generating young Republican support. For the first time, more Republican are starting to oppose Israel. That is big trouble for the regime.

After his interview with Huckabee, the Israelis quickly detained him and his cameraman.

They were interrogated about the content and told to vacate immediately.

Is The Chicago Bears Moving To Indiana?

Bear-ed In.

It appears that George McCaskey, a billionaire white guy is going to force Hammond, Indiana taxpayers foot the bill for a new stadium.

Hammond has a population of 80,000. A mostly white suburb. It sits on Wolf Lake, a prominent lake and park in the Chicagoland. The city sits on the Indiana-Illinois border.

At least a 30 mile drive to the Loop from Hammond.

After a generation playing at Solider Field, the Chicago Bears are leaning towards relocation to Indiana.

Controversial decision.

This is crony capitalism at its best.

Like the damn Kansas City Chiefs moving from the Missouri side to the Kansas side.

Or the Cleveland Browns leaving its downtown location to Brook Park.

All of these decisions are on the cusp of taxpayers paying for the luxury of having a football stadium only used for 22 weeks. Of those weeks, they play at least ten games at home. 

If ever possible a concert or a political event could happen.

Not to mention the traffic congestion, the possibility of it being built near toll roads and the gentrification of prominent Black neighborhoods in Hammond. The price of food and merchandise will be more than what fans can afford. The ticket prices will be more than what is is at Solider Field.

None of this shit will guarantee a NFL conference championship or a Super Bowl win.

Likely they demolish Black neighborhoods and blighted sections for this.

In five years, the stadium opens and the revenue will go to Indiana not Illinois.

Something that Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson, Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL), Gov. JB Pritzker, his Lt. Gov., Julia Stratton (who is running for the Senate), Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) and Rep. Robin Kelly (D-IL) (both running the Senate) have to deal with.

The Indiana Senate already rapidly passed legislation setting the parameters for a deal with the Bears, including a bond issue, a lease with the team, and other agreements that a new board would make with the team, but questions remained over whether such legislation would make it through the House.

Fans will be mixed on the possible move.

Despite earlier comments that lawmakers would not push the bill forward without the team's commitment to build in Indiana, it appears things have shifted, with the Indiana House Ways and Means Committee passing an amended version of the bill unanimously Thursday, marking one of the biggest steps forward.

In their statement, the Bears said if the bill passes it would "mark the most meaningful step forward in our stadium planning efforts to date."

"We are committed to finishing the remaining site-specific necessary due diligence to support our vision to build a world-class stadium near the Wolf Lake area in Hammond, Indiana. We appreciate the leadership shown by Governor Braun, Speaker Huston, Senator Mishler and members of the Indiana General Assembly in establishing this critical framework and path forward to deliver a premier venue for all of Chicagoland and a destination for Bears fans and visitors from across the globe," the team said. "We value our partnership and look forward to continuing to build our working relationship together."

Lawmakers in Indiana had said they needed the Bears to show that they are serious about choosing a spot in northwest Indiana.

With that now seemingly official, and the Wolf Lake location appearing to be the chosen site, Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston said Thursday “there’s a shared commitment between both parties to make this happen."

"Indiana is open for business, and our pro-growth environment continues to attract major opportunities like this partnership with the Chicago Bears," Indiana Gov. Mike Braun said in a statement. "We’ve identified a promising site near Wolf Lake in Hammond and established a broad framework for negotiating a final deal. If approved, the proposed amendment to Senate Bill 27 puts forward the essential framework to complete this agreement, contingent upon site due diligence proceeding smoothly."

Hammond officials called the move a "once-in-a-generation opportunity" for Indiana.

It was not immediately clear if or when the full House would vote, but it would need to do so before the session ends on Feb. 27.

“Bringing the Chicago Bears to Hammond and Northwest Indiana is truly transformative,” Hammond Mayor Tom McDermott said in a statement. “I want to thank Governor Braun, Speaker Huston and Senator Mishler for their leadership in getting this deal done. I look forward to continuing to be a strong local partner in this project that will change Hammond and Northwest Indiana for future generations."

Meanwhile, legislative discussion on the stadium plans in Illinois was scheduled to take place in the Revenue & Finance Committee Thursday, but was canceled.

Billionaire NFL team owners always pressure cities to give them what they want despite it not always being in the benefits of the residents. But who wants to run for reelection knowing the NFL team left their city?

A spokesperson for Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker said the pause in discussion was requested by the Bears.

"Illinois was ready to move this bill forward. After a productive three hour meeting yesterday, the Bears leaders requested the ILGA pause the hearing to make further tweaks to the bill. This morning, we were surprised to see a statement lauding Indiana and ignoring Illinois," spokesman Matt Hill wrote on X.

Illinois lawmakers have been meeting frequently with the team to discuss the parameters of a deal to have a new stadium constructed in suburban Arlington Heights

That deal would lock in property tax rates and also help to finance infrastructure improvements around the stadium, and Gov. J.B. Pritzker this week confirmed that lawmakers are continuing to have near-daily meetings with Bears officials.

Still, some suburban officials say the process has been taking too long.

“Our region has been asleep at the wheel for the past three years,” Rolling Meadows Mayor Lara Sanoica said. “It’s a problem. It’s the only reason that Indiana looks like a more viable option than the Chicagoland area.”

Illinois lawmakers do have more time to negotiate with the Bears prior to the end of their legislative session. While Indiana’s legislature will be in session through the end of February, Illinois’ General Assembly will be in session through the end of May.

Mr. President, Congress Can Throw Around Tariffs!

Amy Coney Barrett, Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavannaugh, Kentaji Brown Jackson, Elena Kagan, Samuel Alito, John Roberts, Clarence Thomas and Sonia Sotomayor. The Supreme Court is just as unpopular as Congress and Trump.

The Supreme Court put a pause on President Donald J. Trump's antics. It placed a halt on his tariffs.

The Court struck down Trump’s far-reaching global tariffs on Friday, handing him a stinging loss that sparked a furious attack on the court he helped shape.

Trump said he was “absolutely ashamed” of some justices who ruled 6-3 against him, calling them “disloyal to our Constitution” and “lapdogs.” At one point he even raised the specter of foreign influence without citing any evidence.

The decision could have ripple effects on economies around the globe after Trump’s moves to remake post-World War II trading alliances by wielding tariffs as a weapon.

But an unbowed Trump pledged to impose a new global 10% tariff under a law that’s restricted to 150 days and has never been used to apply tariffs before.

“Their decision is incorrect,” he said. “But it doesn’t matter because we have very powerful alternatives.”

The court’s ruling found tariffs that Trump imposed under an emergency powers law were unconstitutional, including the sweeping “reciprocal” tariffs he levied on nearly every other country.

Trump appointed three of the justices on the nation’s highest court during his first term, and has scored a series of short-term wins that have allowed him to move ahead with key policies.

Tariffs, though, were the first major piece of Trump’s broad agenda to come squarely before the Supreme Court for a final ruling, after lower courts had also sided against the president.

The majority found that it is unconstitutional for the president to unilaterally set and change tariffs because taxation power clearly belongs to Congress. “The Framers did not vest any part of the taxing power in the Executive Branch,” Chief Justice John Roberts wrote.

Justices Brett Kavanaugh, Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas dissented.

“The tariffs at issue here may or may not be wise policy. But as a matter of text, history, and precedent, they are clearly lawful,” Kavanaugh wrote. Trump praised his 63-page dissent as “genius.”

The court majority did not address whether businesses could get refunded for the billions they have collectively paid in tariffs. Many companies, including the big-box warehouse chain Costco, have already lined up in lower courts to demand refunds. Kavanaugh noted the process could be complicated.

“The Court says nothing today about whether, and if so how, the Government should go about returning the billions of dollars that it has collected from importers. But that process is likely to be a ‘mess,’ as was acknowledged at oral argument,” he wrote.

The Treasury had collected more than $133 billion from the import taxes the president has imposed under the emergency powers law as of December, federal data shows. The impact over the next decade has been estimated at some $3 trillion.

The tariffs decision doesn’t stop Trump from imposing duties under other laws. Those have more limitations on the speed and severity of Trump’s actions, but the president said they would still allow him to “charge much more” than he had before.

Vice President JD Vance called the high court decision “lawlessness” in a post on X.

Questions about what Trump can do next

Still, the ruling is a “complete and total victory” for the challengers, said Neal Katyal, who argued the case on behalf of a group of small businesses.

“It’s a reaffirmation of our deepest constitutional values and the idea that Congress, not any one man, controls the power to tax the American people,” he said.

It wasn’t immediately clear how the decision restricting Trump’s power to unilaterally set and change tariffs might affect trade deals with other countries.

“We remain in close contact with the U.S. Administration as we seek clarity on the steps they intend to take in response to this ruling,” European Commission spokesman Olof Gill said, adding that the body would keep pushing for lower tariffs.

The Supreme Court ruling comes after victories on the court’s emergency docket have allowed Trump to push ahead with extraordinary flexes of executive power on issues ranging from immigration enforcement to major federal funding cuts.

The Republican president had long been vocal about the tariffs case, calling it one of the most important in U.S. history and saying a ruling against him would be an economic body blow to the country. But legal opposition crossed the political spectrum, including libertarian and pro-business groups that are typically aligned with the GOP. Polling has found tariffs aren’t broadly popular with the public, amid wider voter concern about affordability.

Trump will defy the court order.

While the Constitution gives Congress the power to levy tariffs, the Trump administration argued that a 1977 law allowing the president to regulate importation during emergencies also allows him to set import duties. Other presidents have used the law dozens of times, often to impose sanctions, but Trump was the first president to invoke it for tariffs.

“And the fact that no President has ever found such power in IEEPA is strong evidence that it does not exist,” Roberts wrote, using an acronym for the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Trump set what he called “reciprocal” tariffs on most countries in April 2025 to address trade deficits that he declared a national emergency. Those came after he imposed duties on Canada, China and Mexico, ostensibly to address a drug trafficking emergency.

A series of lawsuits followed, including a case from a dozen largely Democratic-leaning states and others from small businesses selling everything from plumbing supplies to women’s cycling apparel.

The challengers argued the emergency powers law doesn’t even mention tariffs and Trump’s use of it fails several legal tests, including one that doomed then-President Joe Biden’s $500 billion student loan forgiveness program.

Justices reject use of emergency powers for tariffs

The three conservative justices in the majority pointed to that principle, which is called the major questions doctrine. It holds that Congress must clearly authorize actions of major economic and political significance.

“There is no exception to the major questions doctrine for emergency statutes,” Roberts wrote. The three liberal justices formed the rest of the majority, but didn’t join that part of the opinion.

The Trump administration had argued that tariffs are different because they’re a major part of Trump’s approach to foreign affairs, an area where the courts should not be second-guessing the president.

But Roberts, joined by Justices Neil Gorsuch and Amy Coney Barrett, brushed that aside, writing that the implications for international relations don’t change the legal principle.

Small businesses celebrated the ruling, with the National Retail Federation saying it provides “much needed certainty.”

Illinois toy company Learning Resources was among the businesses challenging the tariffs in court. CEO Rick Woldenberg said he expected Trump’s new tariffs but hoped there might be more constraint in the future, both legal and political. “Somebody’s got to pay this bill. Those people that pay the bill are voters,” he said.

Ann Robinson, who owns Scottish Gourmet in Greensboro, North Carolina, said she was “doing a happy dance” when she heard the news.

The 10% baseline tariff on U.K. goods put pressure on Robinson’s business, costing about $30,000 in the fall season. She’s unsure about the Trump administration’s next steps, but said she’s overjoyed for now. “Time to schedule my ‘Say Goodbye to Tariffs’ Sale!”

No Sir We Don't Like It!

Republicans are slowly breaking away from Israel.

Young Democrats and Republicans do not care about Jews. They have no hatred towards the Jewish faith. What they do have an issue with is, affordability.

They also have a problem with a boomer generation telling them that their opinions do not matter and they must adhere to the status quo.

They are tired of seeing their paychecks not equal the work rendered.

They are tired of stressing out over finances. 

If they cannot afford college, rent, a home, a child, a car, transportation or a vacation, they will have frustrations. 

Watching our lawmakers pass another defense budget to aid Ukraine, Taiwan and Israel has wanned its course.

Young voters gave Donald J. Trump one of his highest votes. In 2016, he barely cracked over 20%. In 2020, he pulled 30%. In 2024, he pulled 35%, one of the highest for an old geezer who failed in his first term only to return in a second term. 

He is already dealing with his second term, cursed.

More voters aged between 18 and 35 are angry at the course of U.S. politics. 

And they sure as hell angry at the U.S. government funding Israel's genocide.

For the first time, Republicans under 35 have frustration with the president not focusing on America First. Literally, the president is more concerned with protecting pedophiles, the elite, the apartheid genocidal ethnostate of Israel and the status quo.

Trump made over $4 billion in one year as the 45th/47th President Of The United States.

Since 2023, Democrats have soured on Israel. It cost Joe Biden his reelection and Kamala Harris her historical run. They were tone deaf. And it appears that Harris who is hinting another run is still tone deaf.

Democratic voters have warned the party that they will reject candidates that take money from AIPAC. They want members to openly say Israel is committing a genocide.

They want the Democratic Party to stop coddling to pressures of Jewish extremists.

Criticizing Israel is not antisemitc. Holding Jewish extremists accountable is no different than holding Christian and Muslim extremists accountable.

Anyone who wants to inflict harm on our freedoms is not an ally.

Democrats have won the Jewish vote for years. The Israel issue has become a real wedge issue where they fear they could lose their vote. Yet, they are gambling young voters, Arab American voters, Muslim voters, non religious voters and of course the Black vote.

8 in 10 Black voters (hypothetically) oppose Israel.

84% of Democrats oppose funding Israel and call upon an arms embargo or sanctions.

45% of young Republicans oppose funding Israel and feel like the party is not focusing on issues that won their support.

Tucker Carlson took a risky gamble. He traveled to Israel. The country detained him after he interviewed white nationalist U.S. ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee.

Young Democrats and Republicans fear the government is taking away more freedoms instead of granting. 

Old generational Republicans are trying to push for religion in schools, repealing gay marriage, restricting access to social media, pornography and violent content.

Let's make this clear... Israel does not represent Judaism. 

Nor does Miami, Brooklyn, Beachwood, Naperville or Los Angeles.

Jews should start to understand that supporting Israel is the cause of antisemitism. 

Israel has cross so many lines. The public is starting to notice and they are getting sick and tired of their paychecks going to that apartheid ethnostate.

When young Americans are seeing children being blown up, Israeli Defense Soliders wearing the clothes of their victims, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lecturing Americans on what is justified opinionated concerns, the AIPAC lobby trying to deflect by painting critics as being bought by foreign influence, the ADL trying push censorship campaigns on social media, the deflections to blame Muslims, the calls to deport critics because they oppose Israel, calling people "antisemitic" and a "terrorist" to stifle critics is seriously backfiring.

Americans Are Tired Of The Status Quo.

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Israel 🇮🇱 Will Be Destroyed. ☠️☠️☠️☠️

This 🇮🇱 And Zionism Will Be Regarded As A Symbol Of Evil In The 21st Century.

Antisemitism has become just fucking noise. Folks are tired of being censored because of opinions. 

It is free speech to call for the destruction of Israel, death to America or wishing for President Donald J. Trump to fail. It is not a crime nor it should be a punishment for terminations of employment.

It does not discriminate against race, religion, gender, sexuality or nationality. 

Israel is a nationalist foreign country. People don't have to agree with the actions of its ongoing conflicts, its mass starvation, its genocide of ethnic indigenous Palestinian, Syrian and Lebanese people, the policies, the apartheid or religious supremacy it engages in without being labeled a hate monger.

Israel has become one of the biggest road blocks in the Democratic and Republican Parties. Also the age issue is haunting both parties. Many of the leaders are old, tired and stuck on the 20th Century's policies as both parties carry into a quarter of the 21st Century.

Israel and its allies overplayed the use of antisemitism. From now on, as long as there is no violence towards anyone practicing Judaism or Islam, I will not hold my tongue when criticizing Israel, Jews, President Donald J. Trump, Vice President JD Vance, former president Joe Biden, former vice president Kamala Harris, most members of Congress, Benjamin Netanyahu, the Anti-Defamation League, Jonathan Greenblatt, the Canary Mission, Zionism, colonialism, imperialism, slavery, racism, Christian nationalism, Jewish supremacy and white supremacy.

Israel is the cause of global instability in the world.

Again, as long as there is no violence towards anyone practicing their religious beliefs, there is no antisemitism when criticizing the Jews.

The Butler Smells The Roses!

It's 2026, please don't be like him.

The butt of all jokes comes from an Ohio village mayor breaking into a home to smell the panties of 13 year old girl. Pedophilia and voyeurism.

Richland County, Ohio is located 70 miles from Columbus. It's county seat is Mansfield.

The county gave President Donald J. Trump one of his highest voter turnout. 

Over 70% of the county voters gave him the win.

So this is not a Democratic mayor.

Even his name is a joke.

Butler.

Richland.

Mansfield.

Dingus.

All the ingredients of an offensive joke.

MAGA family values.

Butler, Ohio is a village with 1,000 people. All white, all white. Led by a mayor named Wesley Dingus, the community sits only 10 miles from Mansfield.

The mayor was caught inside his family's home. He was soon caught rangling through a young girl's dresser smelling her panties.

Dingus, 48, was charged on Wednesday with two counts of voyeurism, a misdemeanor. The Richland County Sheriff’s Office says both incidents, which occurred on Jan. 13, were captured on video. The Sheriff’s Office says it was “sent a video showing an adult male going through [a child’s] bedroom, picking up her underwear and smelling it.”

Unauthorized intrusions for sexual thrills are against state law.

He was arraigned on Thursday after he allegedly sniffed the underwear of a teenage girl, who, according to a police report, is a “minor relative” in the care of Dingus.

“No person, for the purpose of sexually arousing or gratifying the person’s self, shall commit trespass or otherwise surreptitiously invade the privacy of another, to spy or eavesdrop upon another,” Ohio’s criminal code states.

The underwear in question was previously worn, according to the Richland County Sheriff’s Office.

A magistrate set Dingus’s bond at $10,000 and ordered the defendant not to have contact with the alleged victim. Dingus pleaded not guilty to both counts.

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Dingus is no stranger to the Richland County court system. In July, he allegedly hit a man twice with his vehicle. The man was allegedly fleeing a traffic stop when Dingus struck the man. As a result, Dingus was indicted the following month on two felonies – aggravated assault and vehicular assault – and two misdemeanors – falsification and dereliction of duty. He pleaded not guilty to all charges. That incident was also captured on camera. Bond was set at $25,000 in that case.

The suspect is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.