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“prevent the entry of foreign nationals who would take welfare and public benefits.”
The State Department explained the rationale behind pausing immigrant visa adjudications.
“This case concerns a narrow wrong — the BBC’s deliberate splicing together of two passages of President Trump’s January 6, 2021, speech spoken nearly fifty-five minutes apart,”
Donald Trump's legal team asked a federal court to reject the BBC's subpoena motion.
“it's unsettling out there right now.”
Mohamed El-Erian described the current state of market volatility and bond chaos.
“Opening the market to even more foreign beef, which American consumers cannot differentiate because of current labeling rules, will only exacerbate the problem and hurt domestic producers,”
Rounds warned that current labeling rules prevent consumers from distinguishing foreign beef, worsening the problem for domestic producers.
“I want guys to play, (Max) Kepler’s not playing today, and he’s a really good player,”
Lovullo discussed managing playing time with the Diamondbacks having an outfield surplus.
“I’m here to compete for everything, for big things like the Champions League,”
Rodri expressed his ambitions after being presented as a new Barcelona player.
“Michael, your work will live forever, but your love will live even longer in the hearts of those who knew you best. Rest peacefully, my love. You will be missed beyond words.”
Michael Wright's wife paid tribute to him in an Instagram post following his death.
“Retaliation will not be long in coming,”
Putin warned of intensified retaliatory strikes on Ukrainian economic infrastructure.
“A political message, expressed through a photo of seashells, is no true threat; now, the government’s use of Comey’s work of fiction to support this prosecution compounds the first amendment concerns.”
Mara Gassmann stated that James Comey's post was not a true threat and raised First Amendment concerns.
“The relief that the BBC’s Motion seeks cannot be segregated from the politically charged discovery campaign that it is based on, and which has already been ruled as improperly overbroad by this Court,”
Lawyers for Donald Trump argued against the BBC's efforts to subpoena members of the president's family in his defamation suit.
“In addition to its other defects, the Policy also exceeds the statutory authority that the INA vests in the Secretary of State,”
Judge Vargas found that the visa policy exceeded the statutory authority given to the Secretary of State.
“I’m extremely disappointed by this decision from the White House,”
Sen. Deb Fischer expressed disappointment over the White House's decision to suspend tariffs on ground beef imports.
“[I] think for me, one of the campers talking about how he lost everything in the conflict that day and all that was left was the volume control of his guitar,”
Kevin Bright reflects on a poignant moment during filming with one of the campers.
“Look at the culture and the environment that we live in. Do you want to bring that into your house [of worship]?”
Ali questioned whether mosques should seek federal security assistance grants given the current political climate.
“Every defendant has the right to appeal, and our thoughts and prayers remain with the Metcalf family in the painful wake of last week’s hearing.”
District Attorney Greg Willis acknowledged the defendant's right to appeal while expressing sympathy for the victim's family.
“And so I'm kind of angry that this is the culture that — and this is the industry — that people aren't taken care of.”
Justin Chatwin expressed frustration with the entertainment industry's culture regarding how people are supported.
“This was a human story, a human situation. People were traumatized and hurt. And it was about giving them a path forward to reach out and give something of yourself to give a path forward,”
Kevin Bright explains that the documentary focuses on the human story rather than politics.
“It will happen again, so long as there is greed for land and coal in humans,”
Asor Ali warned that floods would continue to recur as long as humans exploit land and coal.
“Because we were attacked.”
Mark Carney responded to a reporter's question about his strong reaction to new U.S. tariffs.
“Humans have similar types of contact rates. Just the way that humans bump into each other across the population is pretty consistent from year to year,”
Dr. Mina explained how consistent human contact rates help predict viral transmission patterns.
“I live in a capitalistic society. I’m a small business owner. I like to make money. I don’t see what the problem is,”
Angie Nixon responded to a question about whether she considers herself a capitalist.
“our politeness should never be mistaken for weakness”
Eby responded in a statement following the breakdown in trade negotiations.
“I am worried with the news that's coming out that we are not seeing a deal that will benefit our community at the very least,”
Matthew Shoemaker expressed worry about the terms of the emerging trade deal.
“wouldn't be something to celebrate”
Matthew Shoemaker shared his view on a prospective trade deal that includes tariffs on the steel sector.
“Now, we should point out that the WNBA has never had any known transgender athletes. Michele, the WNBA has seen explosive growth in recent years, but it seems like the league is also struggling to keep the spotlight on the court, doesn't it?”
Eyder Peralta discussed WNBA growth and controversies during an NPR sports roundup.
“However, that progress has not been enough to meet our objectives for Canadians.”
Mark Carney stated that recent negotiations were not enough to meet Canada's objectives.
“concentrated in sectors such as steel, dairy, appliances, agricultural equipment, pulp and paper, and electronics.”
Mark Carney outlined the specific economic sectors targeted by Canada's retaliatory tariffs.
“The need to brag and the need to get street cred sort of overrode caution,”
Chris Swecker commented on how Duane Davis' desire for street credibility overcame caution.
“When we remain focused on those principles, we win,”
Hemminger urged adherence to founding constitutional principles.
“We are grateful for the Seven Basin States, the thirty Basin Tribes, Mexico, and many other basin stakeholders who have provided the feedback and voluntary arrangements necessary for the development of the 2027-2028 Operating Guidelines,”
Doug Burgum expressed gratitude to basin states, tribes, and stakeholders for contributing to the operating guidelines.
“the instigators of these sanctions are deserving of trial and punishment”
Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned planned US sanctions and criticized their instigators.
“At camp, you experience a very wide spectrum of emotions,”
Dawson Sennes describes the wide range of emotional experiences encountered while working at camp.
“Our ministers over the last few months and years have issued statements of criticism, of condemnation and so forth, but as the letter makes clear, this is the time now where we need to see action on trade, action on settlements, more support for aid to go into Gaza, and the ending of the arms trade.”
Peter Millett called for specific governmental action on trade, settlements, aid, and the arms trade.
“This was a hotel with windows,”
Richard Edney emphasized that jurors could have seen prosecution personnel through windows in the hotel.
“Wendy was drunk almost 24 hours a day. She looked like she needed help. She did need help. She needed alcohol rehabilitation.”
Joe Tacopina discussed Wendy Williams' struggle with alcoholism on Nightline.
“proves routine in its elaborate plot machinations.”
Frank Scheck reviewed the horror sequel Insidious: Out of the Further.
“It's a really lonely career.”
Justin Chatwin reflected on the isolation that can accompany acting as a profession.
“I think the only focus was to be happy,”
Justin Chatwin shared what Hayden Panettiere's main goal was regarding her future.
“If granted, this declaration will mean significantly more resources to accelerate Indiana’s recovery from the recent severe weather. I will do everything in my power to ensure Hoosiers have the resources needed to recover,”
Indiana's governor advocated for federal disaster assistance following severe storms.
“Oh, goodness. Absolutely not — no.”
Nancy Kassebaum Baker reacted to talk of naming a new Topeka highway after her.
“What they’re trying to do is force these Palestinians to cross the River Jordan into Jordan itself,”
Peter Millett discussed the intent behind Israeli settler violence in the occupied territories.
“We’re pre-positioning all kinds of additional equipment and people. I’ve also authorised 100 rooms, hotel rooms, for people to go to, in case they don’t have enough services or protection, safety.”
Hawaii Governor Josh Green detailed emergency preparation measures being taken ahead of Tropical Storm Moke.
“Israel currently treats Syria, particularly the south, as a security zone it is trying to fill any vacuum in.”
Muhsen al-Mustafa commented on Israel's military strategy and security objectives in Syria.
“While Gravano claimed that the post was a call for violence against President Trump ('let’s kill Trump'), Gravano did not claim Mr. Comey’s seashell post to be a statement threatening that Mr. Comey would personally kill President Trump,”
Patrick Fitzgerald noted that Salvatore Gravano did not claim James Comey personally threatened Donald Trump.
“Health care, consumer staples, and energy receive the largest allocations in the portfolio, helping investors diversify away from the mega-cap tech giants. It has also significantly outperformed the S&P 500 Index this year,”
Neena Mishra recommended dividend-growth ETFs for diversification away from mega-cap tech stocks.
“Criticizing the actions of the Israeli prime minister, a military technology contract or the executives who supply it is not the same as criticizing Jewish people. This critical and necessary dialogue is then dishonestly framed as being anti-Israel.”
Mark Ruffalo defended his criticism of Israeli leadership, military technology, and executives supplying it.
“Today, if you choose a dress that is not a shade of white, you aren't breaking a rule of etiquette. However, when considering veering from the tradition, recognize that your choice may draw attention away from the purpose of the day or be upsetting to others from older generations.”
The Emily Post Institute outlined etiquette guidance for modern brides choosing non-white dresses.
“Angie Nixon, who will be my opponent in November, and her comrades want to destroy this country and everything that it is built on,”
Ashley Moody criticized Angie Nixon during an appearance on Fox News' Hannity.
“The NASA leadership team was in Mission Control, alongside the flight control team, watching as the Artemis II crew crossed that historic threshold and became the explorers that ventured farthest from Earth,”
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman commented on the Artemis II crew reaching record-breaking distances from Earth.
“hasn't been managing overall volatility, it's been managing specific volatility.”
Ben Kumar discussed the primary challenge facing investors in managing market volatility.
“Unfortunately, this is censorship. My message was approved and payment was accepted. You then changed it without giving me any opportunity to revise or respond, and you did so inside your own 48-hour window,”
Julie Potter objected via email after the New York Liberty altered her paid scoreboard message.
“if anything it looks under-hedged.”
Billy Leung observed that equity investors appear under-hedged despite bouts of volatility.
“The United States' declaration of new economic sanctions on Iran is far more than continued unlawful 'economic warfare' against a single country,”
Esmaeil Baqaei criticized the United States' declaration of new economic sanctions against Iran.
“complete erosion of sovereignty”
Iran decried impending US sanctions after Donald Trump threatened penalties for countries doing business with Tehran.
“Someday, your children will come across your disgusting and inhumane question. They will be sickened and embarrassed to have a parent be so callous and vindictive.”
The White House's social media account attacked CNN reporter Kristen Holmes following her question to Donald Trump.
“The firestorm has put a harsh spotlight on the WNBA with critics saying the league wasn’t ready for its explosion of popularity.”
Jan Crawford reported on the fallout and attention brought to the WNBA.
“My question is, where were you for the last 10 years, but absolutely the last eight years?”
Lisa Demuth questioned Amy Klobuchar's past attention to state fraud issues.
“asked too much and they offered too little”
Carney explained why Canada walked away from trade discussions with the US.
“We respect, and expected, the court’s decision denying the motion for a new trial. The jury’s guilty verdict stands, and we remain confident in the process,”
District Attorney Greg Willis responded to a judge's decision denying Karmelo Anthony's motion for a new trial.
“When you think about Gen Z, they are okay paying $10 for a drink that is craveable and that they can show on their Instagram or on TikTok, which is helping our customers drive margin and also beverage attachment.”
Tallman explains Gen Z's willingness to spend more on craveable and shareable drinks.