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๐จ BREAKING: The Florida Supreme Court has DECLINED to intervene in a Democrat lawsuit attempting to BLOCK Floridaโs new Congressional map, 6-1
Democrats are stacking up the losses ๐คฃ๐ฅ
The new 24R-4D map will add 4 US HOUSE SEATS for Republicans in November
LFG!
h/t @scotus_wire
๐จ JUST IN โ ITโS OFFICIAL: With the stroke of a pen, President Trump signs into law a $70 BILLION funding package for ICE and CBP
LETโS GO! ๐ฅ
This funds CBP and ICE all the way throughout his term, into FY2029
No more holding ICE hostage!
๐จ MAJOR BREAKING: KARMELO ANTHONY SENTENCED TO 35 YEARS IN PRISON
He earned EVERY DAY of that
The prosecution wanted as little as 2 YEARS, so the crowd out here is absolutely LIVID
Things could escalate QUICKLY
Thank GOD this is happening in Texas and not some blue hellhole
The max sentence was 99 years
๐จ MAJOR BREAKING: KARMELO ANTHONY HAS BEEN FOUND GUILTY OF MURDERING AUSTIN METCALF
Justice has been SERVED!
Thank GOD!
Karmelo supporters are absolutely LOSING IT in the parking lot
Pray for Texas tonight
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Today, we pause not for politics, not for division, not for headlines โ but for remembrance.
On this Memorial Day, we honor the men and women of the United States Armed Forces who gave their lives in service to this nation. They never made it home to the backyard cookouts, the family gatherings, the beach trips, or the quiet moments we so often take for granted.
Freedom was not inherited without cost. It was defended by Americans who answered the call knowing they may never return. Some left behind spouses. Some left behind children. Some were barely old enough to start their own lives. Yet they stood anyway.
Today is about them.
Their sacrifice.
Their courage.
Their legacy.
As we spend time with family and friends, let us remember that the opportunity to enjoy these moments exists because generations of Americans were willing to sacrifice everything to protect this country and the freedoms we hold dear.
Fly the flag proudly.
Say their names.
Teach the next generation what this day truly means.
From all of us at IRC Media and Indian River Connections โ may we never forget those who gave all for the United States of America. ๐บ๐ธ
๐จ UPDATE: President Trump was COMPLETELY UN-PHASED as a shooter opened fire on the White House, and continued working amid the GUNFIRE outside
โCanโt stop, wonโt stop,โ the White House said
47 will NOT be deterred.
No matter how many times leftists try to kiII him ๐บ๐ธ
BREAKING: White House shooter was KNOWN to Secret Service, and previously tried to GAIN ACCESS to the White House MULTIPLE times โ CNN
He walked up to the perimeter, pulled out a gun, and OPENED FIRE on the White House
Thank GOD today's perimeter was further back than usual ๐๐ป
Today, our community stands together in solemn respect as we welcome home Private First Class Christopher Leone Belcher โ a son, a father, a soldier, and an American patriot.
Christopher answered the call to serve his country with honor, dedicating his life to something greater than himself. From Vero Beach to deployments overseas in Korea and Germany, he carried the values of duty, strength, and service wherever he went.
Though words can never ease the pain of this loss, we can ensure his sacrifice and his memory are never forgotten. Today, we honor not only a soldier in uniform, but a local father, a hero, who represented this community with pride.
On behalf of a grateful community, we thank him for his service, we pray for his family, and we stand united in remembrance.
Welcome home, Private First Class Christopher Belcher.
I am deeply grateful for the trust President Trump placed in me and for the opportunity to lead @ODNIgov for the last year and a half.
Unfortunately, I must submit my resignation, effective June 30, 2026. My husband, Abraham, has recently been diagnosed with an extremely rare form of bone cancer. He faces major challenges in the coming weeks and months. At this time, I must step away from public service to be by his side and fully support him through this battle.
๐จ UPDATE: President Trump has abruptly CANCELED his trip to Trump National in Bedminster, NJ, and will be heading STRAIGHT BACK to the White House following a speech in New York
It's unclear why, but in a post about not attending Don Jr.'s wedding, 47 said "I feel it is important for me to remain in Washington, DC, at the White House during this important period of time"
๐จ BREAKING NEWS ๐จ
Two personnel were injured Thursday afternoon following an incident at the High Explosive Research and Development Facility at Eglin Air Force Base.
According to officials, the incident occurred at approximately 2:00 p.m. on May 21. Both individuals were transported by ambulance to a local hospital for treatment. Their current conditions have not yet been released.
Emergency crews from Okaloosa County EMS, Eglin Air Force Base Emergency Medical Services, and the baseโs Explosive Ordnance Disposal team responded to the scene.
Officials stated that the damage appears to be confined to the High Explosive Research and Development Facility. The cause of the incident remains under investigation.
More updates will be provided as information becomes available.