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Daniel Penny defense weighing malicious prosecution lawsuit after trial: ‘Collusion from the very beginning’

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December 11, 2024

Daniel Penny defense weighing malicious prosecution lawsuit after trial: ‘Collusion from the very beginning’

Marine veteran Daniel Penny’s defense team is eyeing a malicious prosecution lawsuit against District Attorney Alvin Bragg and others behind the charges, turning the tables after the lengthy high-profile case concluded with an acquittal.

“Just like Danny said in his interview, it was like they wanted to try and get him on something,” Penny’s defense attorney Steven Raiser said Wednesday, reacting to the acquittal on “Fox & Friends.”

“They knew they weren’t going to be able to get him, so they had to get rid of that top count in order to get to that second count, just in hopes that maybe they could pull out a win here, and they were unsuccessful, thank God.”

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Daniel Penny arrives for his trial in the NYC subway chokehold death of Jordan Neely

Daniel Penny arrives at Manhattan Supreme Court, Friday, November 22, 2024. (Rashid Umar Abbasi for Fox News Digital)

Raiser said the suit would target Bragg for “blurring” the “ethical lines” with the case’s handling. The filing would also home in on the medical examiner’s office, which he alleged colluded with Bragg’s office.

“The record was made fairly clear as to the extent of his involvement and what occurred here,” he said. “He was appointed by Mayor Adams, [who belongs to the] same political party as Alvin Bragg. There was collusion there, and the collusion began from the very beginning of this case and all the way through. The district attorney needed the medical examiner and needed the medical examiner to act quickly, and he did just that.”

Penny was charged with second-degree manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide in 30-year-old homeless man Jordan Neely’s death on a New York City subway after he put Neely in a chokehold for threatening other passengers.

DANIEL PENNY FOUND NOT GUILTY IN SUBWAY CHOKEHOLD TRIAL

The manslaughter charge was dropped at the prosecution’s request on Friday after jurors failed to reach a unanimous agreement twice, setting the stage for deliberations on the lesser, and arguably easier to prove, charge of criminally negligent homicide on Monday.

After a brief return to deliberations, jurors found Penny not guilty.

In a sit-down interview with Fox News’ Jeanine Pirro after the trial concluded, Penny said he didn’t regret his actions and that he “couldn’t live with” himself if he had allowed Neely to hurt someone.

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Jana Kramer’s husband will ‘never’ allow his wife to film sex scenes like the ones in ‘Yellowstone’

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December 11, 2024

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Jana Kramer’s husband will ‘never’ allow his wife to film sex scenes like the ones in ‘Yellowstone’

Jana Kramer and her husband, Allan Russell, were very candid about how comfortable they are with allowing sex scenes to be filmed during their marriage.

On the actress’ “Whine Down” podcast, Russell joined his wife and discussed a recent “Yellowstone” episode the couple watched together.

During one of the final episodes of the hit Western, Wes Bentley and Dawn Olivieri filmed a heated sex scene, which prompted the conversation between Kramer and Russell.

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Jana Kramer wears glittering dress to iHeartRadio Awards with Allan Russell

Allan Russell will “never” allow his wife, Jana Kramer, to film sex scenes like the ones featured in “Yellowstone.” (Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

“There’s not part of me that will ever, ever, ever allow that, ever, for a man to be that close to you like that,” Russell, a Scottish former professional soccer player, said to his wife. “Never.”

Kramer quickly asked, “What if Taylor Sheridan has me audition and I book a role where I have to have that scene?”

“There’s not part of me that will ever, ever, ever allow that, ever, for a man to be that close to you like that. Never.”

— Allan Russell

“Then I will go Tommy Lee on everyone,” Russell replied. “I will be phoning the producers and threatening the producers, ‘You need to change that scene. Well, this is for the good of your health, you need to change this scene.’”

Kramer pressed her husband further, and attempted to clarify if he would expect her to turn down any role that came her way if a sex scene was required.

Wes Bentley and Dawn Olivieri film a spicy sex scene in a recent episode of “Yellowstone.” (John Nacion/Variety via Getty Images)

“No. I wouldn’t let you do that scene. No. That’s not good for a marriage, that type of role. It’s not. Especially [as] a man who’s not in the acting world, it’s difficult, therefore that’s my opinion based on, I’m not in that world.”

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“You can keep smiling and laughing if you want. But let’s flip it. Let’s flip it because we always do that,” Russell said.

Russell tried to give Kramer a different point of view and asked her how she would feel if he filmed an intimate scene. The “One Tree Hill” actress made it clear that she would be OK with it.

Jana Kramer sports grey sweater next to husband Allan Russell

Jana Kramer’s husband said he would go “Tommy Lee” on producers if they asked his wife to film a sex scene. (Tibrina Hobson/Getty Images)

“I’ve dated actors before that have had to do sex scenes,” Kramer said. “It’s literally the most uncomfortable thing ever. Like when I’m giving Turtle a hand job on ‘Entourage’ it’s so uncomfortable. I’m literally taking my hand and rubbing his leg. The motion of it – it’s the most uncomfortable – it’s not sexy.”

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Kramer went on to list past moments when she’s filmed intimate scenes with co-stars – including with Stephen Colletti in “One Tree Hill” and with Austin Nichols in “Gaslit By My Husband.”

“I don’t care. I don’t care. If you’re locking eyes with another man and you’re f—ing naked…” Russell began.

Jana Kramer wears sparkly blue dress on red carpet at awards show

Jana Kramer attempted to explain to her husband that all sex scenes are not that inappropriate. (Christopher Polk/Getty Images)

“You’re never fully naked though,” Kramer chimed in, adding, “You can see everything. I was in my lingerie for the ‘Gaslit’ one.”

“You don’t need to remind me,” Russell quipped. “Stop bringing these things up.”

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The couple, who tied the knot in July, continued to argue on-air before Kramer declared, “I literally can’t win.”

“No, you can’t win, so don’t try,” Russell responded.

Janelle Ash is an entertainment writer for Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to [email protected].

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7 must-have apps to save big this holiday season

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December 11, 2024

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7 must-have apps to save big this holiday season

Imagine walking into a store or browsing online, confident that you’re getting the best deals without spending hours hunting for discounts.

With the right tools at your fingertips, this can be your reality. We’ve researched and reviewed seven fantastic options that can help you save both time and money during your holiday shopping spree.

From cash-back apps to discount tools, these strategies will ensure you check off every item on your wish list without breaking the bank. Ready to save some money? Let’s dive in.

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1. Retailer apps and manufacturer sites

Downloading big retailer apps can lead to more savings that cannot be found in stores or online. From Target and Walmart to your local drugstore, many offer secret app-only savings and offers. Retailers are trying to get us to shop more with their own app by combining an app purchase with an in-store pickup that can at times offer additional savings. Look for each app in the official Apple app store and Google Play Store, never from a link or other site.

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2. Cash-back shopping apps

Rakuten

Cashback shopping apps like Rakuten let you earn cash back when shopping online. According to Rakuten, thousands of retailers participate in the savings.

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How it works is simple. Register for free online, then use their app or website while shopping at retailers that offer a commission for sending you to their shopping site.

Rakuten shares a portion of the commission it earns with you. Once you earn enough cash-back savings, you can choose to receive a check, have it paid to your PayPal account or use the American Express rewards program.

Click this link and get a $40 bonus when you spend $40.

Ibotta

I’ve mentioned this app before. Ibotta is an app that you use for couponing and gives you cash back on items you’re already purchasing at your favorite stores, including grocery stores, food delivery, movie and concert tickets, and more.

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Some of the most popular retailers you can find deals with through Ibotta are CVS, Walgreens, Target, Lowe’s, Petco, Domino’s Pizza, REI and more than 1,500 brands and retailers.

If you scroll to the bottom of the app, you’ll see a section called “Special Deals.” If you scroll, you’ll see a panel called “Free made easy: All free offers all in one place.”

Ibotta special deals section of app (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

Click this link and use referral code mpiaurm to earn $5 when you submit your first receipt.

Copy the code to insert into the Referral code box on Ibotta “Create account” page: mpiaurm

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3. Discount and price comparison apps

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Discount apps like Flipp aggregate sales fliers and store circulars. All you do is put in your zip code and start browsing for savings from thousands of popular retailers. The Watch List lets you track items from your holiday shopping list. Make sure to create a tight shopping list of each item to track in case prices go down before or after your purchase.

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4. Automatic coupon code apps

PayPal Honey

PayPal Honey leads the pack by automatically entering coupon codes into the promo code field when checking out at 5,500+ retail sites.

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How it works: You can use the PayPal Honey app directly, but you are better off using it the way it was designed as a browser extension. Once added to your browser, it tracks where you are shopping and applies the best coupon codes without you needing to do anything. Just watch the total price drop as you are checking out when there is a match to a good discount.

The PayPal Honey browser add-on is available on Safari, Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Opera and Edge browsers. Again, for security, only download directly through your browser and not from a link or email offer.

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PayPal paid $4 billion dollars for the automated coupon code technology browser add-on. That’s when Honey became PayPal Honey you will find here.

While it has come under fire by Amazon for privacy concerns, upon close examination it does not collect anything more than most other shopping technologies and says it does not resell customer shopping data. Maybe Amazon does not like that it works with Amazon, too, which can drive down prices.

5. Shop refurbished and like new

Amazon Warehouse

Amazon Warehouse has millions of open boxes, refurbished, renewed and used goods. Few know that retail giant Amazon has a renewed outlet shopping area that can save you when buying items in good-to-like-new condition.

Make sure you get a very good understanding of an item’s condition before buying. You are protected by Amazon’s policies making it easier to return the rare dud.

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BookFinder.com buys and sells used textbooks. Search with your teacher or professor’s textbook ISBN to make sure you are getting the exact match. Watch that you have thoroughly checked the condition of any used textbook before pulling the trigger at checkout. Avoid textbooks that say there are notations on the various pages, as these may not be the notes that earn you a good grade.

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6. Buy discounted gift cards

You can buy discounted gift cards or sell unwanted gift cards for cash. I also recommend that you check the balance and expiration date of your gift cards before using them and use them as soon as possible to avoid losing them or forgetting about them. Check out the best way to buy gift cards ever by clicking here.

7. Set deal alerts

Set Deal Alerts at Slickdeals.net. This community of millions of fellow shoppers is looking for and sharing the best deals. When the price reaches a desired level, you’ll receive a notification so you don’t miss the deal.

Pro tip: I like to track larger dollar items and then create a calendar entry in my phone reminding me of the last day to reprice a purchase so that I can potentially get money back when the price goes down after the sale.

Make sure it’s a deal by using price tracking sites like Camelcamelcamel.com, which shows the history of sale prices.

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Kurt’s key takeaways

As we gear up for the holiday shopping season, remember that saving money doesn’t have to be a chore. With the right tools and strategies at your disposal, you can enjoy a stress-free shopping experience while keeping your budget intact. Whether you choose cash-back apps, discount tools or retailer-specific offers, there’s something out there for everyone. So, why not dive in and start exploring these options?

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Biden about-face on pardoning son Hunter unpopular with Americans, poll finds

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December 11, 2024

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Biden about-face on pardoning son Hunter unpopular with Americans, poll finds

President Biden’s decision to pardon his son Hunter after previously vowing he would not give his son a pass has the approval of only 20% of Americans, according to a new poll released Wednesday.

The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research poll found about half of adults disapprove of the pardon, which came after Hunter was convicted on felony gun and tax charges.

About 18% of adults neither approved nor disapproved of the decision, while 8% said they didn’t know enough to say one way or the other, according to the poll.

While Democrats were more likely to approve of the pardon than Republicans and Independents, the poll showed just 38% of Democrats approve compared to 27% who said they disapproved of the about-face.

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President Joe Biden and his son Hunter Biden

Biden’s pardon of his son Hunter has been met with widespread criticism, with only about 20% of Americans approving of the decision, according to an AP-NORC poll released Wednesday. (Bonnie Cash/UPI/Bloomberg via Getty Images, File)

About 80% of Republicans and 51% of Independents disapproved of the pardon, according to the poll.

Biden issued a sweeping pardon for Hunter on Dec. 1 after he stated on record multiple times that he would not pardon him should a jury convict his son.

President Joe Biden accompanied by his son Hunter Biden

President Joe Biden pardoned his son Hunter Biden on Dec. 1, 2024. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, File)

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The first son had been convicted in two separate federal cases earlier this year. He pleaded guilty to federal tax charges in September, and was convicted of three felony gun charges in June after lying on a mandatory gun purchase form by saying he was not illegally using or addicted to drugs.

The president argued in a statement that Hunter was “singled out only because he is my son” and that there was an effort to “break Hunter” in order to “break me.”

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Reporters grilled White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre a day after the pardon, asking whether Biden and his surrogates lied to the American people. Jean-Pierre responded, “One thing the president believes is to always be truthful with the American people,” and repeatedly pointed to Biden’s own statement on the matter.

Fox News Digital’s Alexander Hall contributed to this report.

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Senators call on Biden to brief upper chamber on efforts to return Austin Tice from Syria

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Michael Weiss

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December 11, 2024

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Senators call on Biden to brief upper chamber on efforts to return Austin Tice from Syria

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EXCLUSIVE – In a rare bipartisan push Wednesday morning, senators on both sides of the aisle called on President Biden to instruct his administration to brief the upper chamber by Dec. 20 on efforts underway to free Austin Tice from Syria.

A letter, first obtained by Fox News Digital, was sent to the Oval Office by Sens. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, and Chris Van Hollen, D-Md, calling on Biden to “seize” the rapidly changing situation in Syria and secure Tice’s return.

“Given the recent fall of the Assad regime and the rapidly changing dynamics on the ground in Syria, we think this moment presents a critical opportunity to secure Austin’s release and bring him home to his family,” the letter, signed by 34 senators, read.

Freelance journalist Austin Tice went missing in Syria in 2012 and has not been heard from since. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)

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The letter applauded comments issued by both Biden and his national security advisor Jake Sullivan affirming that Tice’s return was a “top priority” amid the rebel takeover of Damascus, but lawmakers are looking to be briefed on detailed steps being taken to secure his release.

Multiple rewards systems have been initiated by both the FBI, which is offering up to $1 million, and the State Department’s Rewards for Justice program, which is offering up $10 million, for information pertaining to Tice’s whereabouts.

State Department spokesman Matthew Miller told reporters Monday evening, “There are intensive efforts underway by the United States to find Austin Tice and bring him home to his family.”

The State Department’s Reward for Justice program is offering $10 million for information relating to locating Austin Tice. (The State Department’s Reward for Justice)

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Efforts to connect U.S. officials with on the ground sources who may have information on where Tice is have been renewed.

Sullivan told ABC’s “Good Morning America” on Monday that the U.S. was working with partners in Turkey through back-channel communications with people in Syria who may have information on which prison Tice was kept in, and the State Department confirmed that hostage-affairs envoy Roger Carstens has been engaging in a similar outreach approach in Beirut.

The fall of the Assad regime on Sunday brought renewed hope for the return of Tice, who is still assessed to be alive despite his 2012 capture in Damascus and unknown condition, as rebel groups in recent days have begun freeing men, women and children held in Syria’s notoriously deplorable prisons.

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Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) arrives to a luncheon with Senate Republicans at the U.S. Capitol on Feb. 7, 2024 in Washington, D.C. (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

“For more than 12 years, Austin’s parents have demanded our government bring him home, and given the evolving situation in Syria, we urge you to seize this opportunity to launch an urgent effort to secure Austin’s release,” the letter penned by Cronyn and Van Hollen stressed. “As a beloved son, brother, Eagle Scout, journalist, and veteran, Austin represents the best our nation has to offer and deserves the full and active support of our government to secure his release.

“Congress is committed and more than willing to work with you to return him to his loving family. We encourage your administration to utilize all available means to further discourage the hostage taking of American citizens,” it added.

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Biden shouldn’t issue pardons for Trump foes, Washington Post writer warns

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December 11, 2024

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Biden shouldn’t issue pardons for Trump foes, Washington Post writer warns

Washington Post associate editor Ruth Marcus warned President Biden in a new column to ditch the idea of preemptively pardoning government officials who have gotten on President-elect Donald Trump’s bad side.

In the wake of the reports that the Biden White House is considering pardoning Trump’s political enemies so that the Department of Justice can’t go after them once he returns to office, Marcus urged the president to pump the brakes in a Washington Post column, saying the move will inspire future presidents to abuse their pardon power.

“[S]uch a step by Biden would set an unfortunate precedent, one likely to be repeated by some future presidents seeking to shield their allies from retribution,” she wrote.

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Washington Post associate editor Ruth Marcus urged President Biden not to pardon President-elect Trumps political enemies. ((AP Photo/Julia Nikhinson and Evan Vucci))

After Biden pardoned his son Hunter Biden from any crime he “has committed or may have committed” from Jan. 1, 2014 to Dec. 1, 2024, reports began swirling that the president was considering preemptively pardoning some of Trump’s prominent political foes.

Politico reported last week that the White House is currently discussing issuing pardons for Dr. Anthony Fauci, Sen.-elect Adam Schiff, D-Calif., and former Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wyo.

The outlet noted that White House counsel Ed Siskel is arranging discussions about the potential pardons with several other senior Biden aides, including chief of staff Jeff Zients, though Biden himself has not been a part of the conversations yet.

Marcus argued that despite the threat of Trump going after these and other individuals upon his return, it’s not worth the preemptive pardons.

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Adam Schiff, Anthony Fauci, and Liz Cheney are being considered by Biden aides for potential preemptive pardons, per Politico. (Getty Images)

“Desperate times call for desperate measures. But not so desperate as having President Joe Biden issue preemptive pardons to government officials and others at risk of being prosecuted by the incoming Trump administration,” she wrote.

Marcus expressed that Trump targeting his opponents is a “serious prospect” and that he could very well abuse pardon power himself, but she stressed that Biden should not bite.

“And yet, a broad grant of preemptive pardons, however tempting, would be a mistake,” she advised, explaining that they would be some of the most sweeping pardons in U.S. history and only set the stage for further pardons down the road.

“Such pardons — issued well before any criminal charges have been filed — have few analogs in U.S. history, certainly not on the scale that would be involved in shielding officials from being prosecuted by the Trump administration,” the associate editor added.

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A November 29, 2024 photo shows US President Joe Biden and son Hunter Biden stepping out of a bookstore while shopping in Nantucket, Massachusetts on November 29, 2024. Biden issued an official pardon for Hunter, who was facing sentencing for two criminal cases related to tax evasion and the purchase of a firearm. (MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty Images)

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Outgoing Treasury Sec. Yellen ‘sorry that we haven’t made more progress,’ believes deficit must be decreased

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December 11, 2024

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Outgoing Treasury Sec. Yellen ‘sorry that we haven’t made more progress,’ believes deficit must be decreased

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Outgoing Treasury Sec. Janet Yellen said that she’s “concerned about fiscal sustainability” and thinks the deficit must be decreased.

She made the comments during the Wall Street Journal’s CEO Council Summit after Greg Ip, chief economic commentator for the outlet, noted that President Joe Biden and Yellen are leaving behind a big budget deficit. “Are you sorry you couldn’t make more progress on that?” he asked. Ip also asked Yellen how much risk the issue presents to the economy.

“Well I am concerned about fiscal sustainability. And I am sorry that we haven’t made more progress. I believe that the deficit needs to be brought down, especially now that we’re in an environment of higher interest rates,” Yellen replied.

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President Joe Biden and Treasury Sec. Janet Yellen

Biden delivers remarks alongside Yellen during a Cabinet Meeting at the White House on June 6, 2023 in Washington, D.C. ( Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)

Yellen helmed the Treasury Department during President Joe Biden’s White House tenure, but will soon step down as Biden’s term ends next month.

In that time, the already-massive national debt continued soaring to new heights, and has now surpassed $36 trillion.

“Today, the U.S. economy is in strong shape, with a robust labor market and solid economic growth. Tune in as I join @Greg_Ip at the @WSJ CEO Council Summit to discuss the economic progress we have made under the leadership of @POTUS and @VP,” Yellen declared in a post on X.

US NATIONAL DEBT HITS A NEW RECORD: $36 TRILLION

Yellen talks to reporters during a news conference at the Treasury Department on Oct. 22, 2024, in Washington, D.C. (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Trump decisively defeated Vice President Kamala Harris during the 2024 presidential contest, winning both the Electoral College and the popular vote.

The president-elect tapped Scott Bessent to serve as Treasury Department secretary in his upcoming administration.

“Scott is widely respected as one of the World’s foremost International Investors and Geopolitical and Economic Strategists,” Trump said in a statement last month.

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Yellen gives remarks at an event celebrating the Community Development Financial Institutions FUND (CDFI) at the U.S. Treasury Department on Nov. 21, 2024, in Washington, D.C. (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

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Yellen previously served as chair of the Federal Reserve Board of governors from early February 2014 through early February 2018.

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10 gifts for the golfer in your family this Christmas

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Michael Weiss

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December 11, 2024

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10 gifts for the golfer in your family this Christmas

Every golfer will appreciate one of these golf-themed gifts. (iStock )

With the holiday season upon us, the quest for the perfect present is in full swing. If you have a golfer in the family, you’re in luck because the golf world is filled with gadgets, gear and accessories that can make any enthusiast’s eyes light up this Christmas.

Whether they’re a seasoned pro or just enjoy hitting the greens on the weekend, this list of 10 Christmas gifts is especially curated to bring joy to anyone with a love for the game. From high-tech swing analyzers to luxurious golf attire, there’s something for every golfer.

Practice putting from anywhere. (Amazon )

Golfers are constantly practicing their swing. An indoor golf putting mat helps them practice skills indoors. The mat’s surface replicates the putting speeds and conditions found on an actual golf course.

Most purchases can be delivered to your door in 24 hours if you’re an Amazon Prime member. You can join or start a 30-day free trial to start your holiday shopping today.

These funny golf socks are sure to be a hit. (Amazon )

These Shanker golf socks are great to wear while golfing, or just while relaxing around the house. They feature a golfer swinging in frustration at the ball, a funny scene for golfers of any experience.

Easily store all your golf equipment. (Macy’s)

When heading to the golf course, a golf trunk organizer helps manage your shoes, shirts, golf balls and more. This golf trunk organizer from Macy’s has two expanding levels, so there’s always room for your belongings. A golf trunk organizer from Amazon also has plenty of storage space and separate, well-organized compartments.

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Original price: $119.99

A fun way to practice your swing. (Amazon )

Help the golfer in your life show off their love of the sport with a set of golf-themed cornhole boards. Rather than throwing bean bags like other cornhole boards, this set has a fun twist: you get to putt golf balls instead.

Microfiber towels help golfers stay dry on hot days. (Amazon )

During hot sunny days on the course, a set of microfiber golf towels can help wipe sweat away. A pack of three towels from Amazon come in a variety of colors and have a convenient carabiner built-in so the towels can easily be hung on golf bags. You can gift a similar set of microfiber golf towels from Walmart as well.

Original price: $199.99

Track all your golf stats through an app on your phone. (Amazon )

Across smart sensors attach to the grip of your golf clubs and help you accurately measure your game. This set has 14 weather-resistant sensors for every club in your bag. Just download the app and start syncing your games.

A convenient way to store balls and tees. (Amazon )

Perfect for just hitting the driving range or walking around the golf course, a personalized golf ball and tee holder is something every golfer will want to show off. It has a space for multiple balls and tees, and has a clip so you can clip it into your golf bag or belt.

A handy gift for golfers and beer-lovers. (Amazon )

A whimsical but thoughtful gift, a golf club bottle opener celebrates the giftees love of golf and beer. Get a nickel plated bottle opener with wood accents from Amazon or a metal opener in gold or silver finish from Walmart.

Original price: $159.99

A hardshell golf bag lets you easily travel with your clubs. (Amazon )

A hardshell golf bag from Amazon protects a golfer’s club and is easier to cart around the course thanks to the built-in wheels. For a slightly more affordable option, Walmart has a padded golf travel bag that also comes with built-in wheels.

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Original price: $64

Fun golf shirts are always a good gift idea. (Sunday Swagger)

Golfers always need new golf shirts. You can have fun with the pattern and choose bright and colorful shirts from Sunday Swagger or go simple with sweat-wicking golf shirts from Nike.

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Ex-world champion cyclist faces prison time after pleading guilty to lesser charge in death of Olympian wife

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Michael Weiss

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December 11, 2024

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Ex-world champion cyclist faces prison time after pleading guilty to lesser charge in death of Olympian wife

Rohan Dennis, a two-time world champion cyclist and two-time Olympic medalist, is facing up to seven years in prison after he pleaded guilty for his role in the 2023 death of his wife, fellow Australian Olympian Melissa Hoskins, in court on Tuesday.

Dennis, who retired from the sport in 2023, negotiated a plea deal with prosecutors in Australia that will not hold the 34-year-old responsible for the death of his wife, who was struck by his vehicle in front of their home in Adelaide on Dec. 30, 2023 and later died from the injuries she sustained.

Rohan Dennis, a two-time world champion cyclist and two-time Olympic medalist, will be sentenced in January. (Getty)

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The original and more serious charges of dangerous driving causing death and aggravated driving without due care were dropped. Dennis instead pleaded guilty to an aggravated charge of creating likelihood of harm.

“There was no intention of Mr. Dennis to harm his wife and this charge does not charge him with responsibility for her death,” Dennis’ attorney said in court, via The Australian.

Melissa Hoskins and Rohan Dennis were engaged in 2017 and married the following year. (Getty)

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According to initial reports, it is believed that the couple were engaged in an argument at the time of the incident, and that during the fight, Dennis allegedly dragged Hoskins as she was holding onto his vehicle. She suffered serious injuries in the crash and later died at Royal Adelaide Hospital.

Dennis will be sentenced at a later date and could face significant jail time.

Rohan Dennis of Australia competes during the men’s cycling individual time trial at the 2020 Summer Olympics on July 28, 2021 in Oyama, Japan. (AP Photo/Christophe Ena)

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The couple share two children together. They were engaged in 2017 and married the following year.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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Biden will veto bill that would give Trump more federal judges to appoint

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December 11, 2024

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Biden will veto bill that would give Trump more federal judges to appoint

President Biden and key Democrats are now opposing a once bipartisan bill that would have authorized 63 new permanent district judgeship, now that President-elect Trump would be the one to fill 21 of those slots once he takes office.

The Senate in August passed the “Judicial Understaffing Delays Getting Emergencies Solved Act” or the “JUDGES Act of 2024,” which staggers the 63 new permanent judgeships the president may choose over the next 10 years. Citing how courts are burdened by heavy caseloads, the bill says the president shall appoint 11 of those permanent judgeships in 2025 and 11 more in 2027. The president would tap another 10 judges in 2029, 11 in 2031, 10 in 2033 and 10 more in 2035, the bill says.

Democrats are decrying how the bill did not come to a vote in the House before the election – when control of the next presidency, and therefore which party would choose those next 21 judges, still hung in the balance.

The White House released a statement on Tuesday saying Biden would now veto the bill if it comes to his desk.

“While judicial staffing is important to the rule of law, S. 4199 is unnecessary to the efficient and effective administration of justice,” the White House said. “The bill would create new judgeships in states where Senators have sought to hold open existing judicial vacancies. Those efforts to hold open vacancies suggest that concerns about judicial economy and caseload are not the true motivating force behind passage of this bill now.”

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President Biden speaks at a “Christmas Dinner for All” in the East Room of the White House in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024. (Samuel Corum/Sipa/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

“In addition, neither the House nor the Senate fully explored how the work of senior status judges and magistrate judges affects the need for new judgeships,” the White House continued. “Further, the Senate passed this bill in August, but the House refused to take it up until after the election. Hastily adding judges with just a few weeks left in the 118th Congress would fail to resolve key questions in the legislation, especially regarding how the judges are allocated.”

During a House Rules Committee hearing on Monday, Rep. Chip Roy, R-N.C., and House Judiciary Committee chair Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, made the argument that a significant number of districts in states, regardless of their political make-up, have sounded the alarm about staffing shortages worsening the backlogs of cases. But despite the significant need, they argued, the appointment process has become politicized.

“We need the number of judges,” Rep. Jerry Nadler, D-N.Y., the ranking member on the House Judiciary Committee, admitted. “However, President Trump has shown, he bragged that by his three appointments, he overturned Roe v. Wade. He said he was going to do it. He did it. So don’t tell me it’s not political.”

“Under this legislation, we all promised to give the next three unknown presidents a certain number of judges,” Nadler said. “Because no one can tell the future we were all at an equal disadvantage, but for this deal to work, the bill had to be passed before Election Day.”

The bill text cites how as of March 31, 2023, there were 686,797 pending cases in the district courts across the country, with an average of 491 weighted case filings per judgeship over a 12-month period.

Rep. Jerry Nadler, D-N.Y., says he now opposes the JUDGES Act that President-elect Trump won on Election Day. (Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images)

Shortly before the White House released its statement signaling Biden would veto the bill, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., gave a speech noting how the JUDGES Act passed the Senate by unanimous consent in August.

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The bipartisan support, McConnell argued, proved “that the right to a speedy trial still enjoys overwhelming popularity.”

“I was particularly encouraged by the vocal endorsement of our friend, the Democratic leader, who recognized the measure as, quote, ‘very responsible, bipartisan and prudent bill that would lead to a better functioning judiciary.’ Soon, we expect the House to take up and pass the JUDGES Act with similar overwhelming support,” McConnell said. “And normally, we could rest assured that such popular action would be signed into law without further ado. But maybe not this time.”

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., slammed the White House’s newfound opposition to the once bipartisan JUDGES Act. (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

“Last week, the White House seemed to suggest, through anonymous comment that President Biden has concerns with the bill. I, for one, would be curious to hear the president’s rationale. It’s hard to imagine a justification for blocking the JUDGES Act that doesn’t smack of naked partisanship,” McConnell, who did lead the GOP effort to block former President Obama’s appointment of Merrick Garland to the Supreme Court, said. “It’s almost inconceivable that a lame duck president would consider vetoing such an obviously prudential step for any reason other than selfish spite.”

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“Litigants across America deserve their day in court,” he said. “They deserve to know the federal judiciary has the bandwidth to carefully and thoroughly consider their cases. The president, former chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, is well equipped to appreciate this fact, and I hope he acts accordingly.”

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