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John Oliver Jokes About Secret Service Surveillance in 'Last Week Tonight' Segment
entertainment4 days ago

John Oliver Jokes About Secret Service Surveillance in 'Last Week Tonight' Segment

John Oliver used a recent 'Last Week Tonight' segment to humorously suggest that the Secret Service might be surveilling him due to his criticism of President Trump. He referenced historical practices where agents monitored potential threats by accompanying them to public events, proposing that agents take him to a Broadway show if they are indeed watching him. This lighthearted comment follows serious concerns raised by Oliver about the agency's staffing and funding issues.

via HuffPost|
#donald-trump#entertainment#john-oliver
John Oliver Warns Secret Service Is 'Actively Reckless' Amid 2028 Security Crunch
politics4 days ago

John Oliver Warns Secret Service Is 'Actively Reckless' Amid 2028 Security Crunch

John Oliver argues the US Secret Service is dangerously understaffed and underfunded, facing a critical 'Armageddon' in 2028 when it must simultaneously protect the LA Olympics, UN assembly, and two presidential candidates. The agency suffers from chronic burnout, low pay, and a culture of doing more with less, which Oliver links to past security failures like the 2024 Butler, Pennsylvania shooting. He calls for fundamental reform, noting that even unlimited budgets cannot fix deep cultural issues.

via The Guardian|
#2028-election#government-reform#john-oliver
Trump’s Medinah Visit Sparks Security Surge and Protests at Presidents Cup Finale
politics12 days ago

Trump’s Medinah Visit Sparks Security Surge and Protests at Presidents Cup Finale

President Donald Trump attended the final day of the 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club in suburban Chicago, serving as honorary chairman for the second time. His visit triggered a massive security operation, including TSA-style screening for 30,000 daily attendees and a temporary ground stop at O'Hare Airport. While supporters cheered his arrival, protesters clashed with police outside the venue. Trump kept his speech brief, stating the crowd wanted to watch golf, and the U.S. team ultimately secured the title despite trailing for the first time in 32 years.

via NBC 5 Chicago|
#donald-trump#medinah-country-club#politics
Trump Returns to Medinah for Presidents Cup Final Round Amid Heightened Security and Protests
sports-and-politics12 days ago

Trump Returns to Medinah for Presidents Cup Final Round Amid Heightened Security and Protests

President Donald Trump attended the final day of the 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club in suburban Chicago on Sunday, marking his second time serving as honorary chairman. The visit triggered significant security measures, including a temporary ground stop at O'Hare Airport and multi-layered screening for spectators. While Trump kept his remarks brief, citing a desire to let the golf speak for itself, the event drew both supporters and protesters. The U.S. team, captained by Brandt Snedeker, faced a rare deficit on the final day, trailing the International team for the first time in 32 years.

via NBC 5 Chicago|
#donald-trump#golf#medinah-country-club
Jim Copenhaver, wounded in 2024 Trump rally shooting, dies at 76
us-politics14 days ago

Jim Copenhaver, wounded in 2024 Trump rally shooting, dies at 76

Jim Copenhaver, a 76-year-old veteran wounded during the July 2024 assassination attempt on Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, has died. He succumbed to complications from his injuries two years after the shooting, which also killed Corey Comperatore and wounded David Dutch. Trump and House Republicans paid tribute to him, while his family highlighted his military service and patriotism.

via BBC|
#butler-shooting#donald-trump#jim-copenhaver
politics14 days ago

Veteran James Copenhaver dies two years after Butler shooting

James Copenhaver, a 76-year-old veteran wounded during the July 2024 assassination attempt on Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, has died. He passed away on September 23, 2026, at a Pittsburgh hospital after a two-year struggle with severe injuries, including nerve damage and bullet fragments. While the exact cause of death is under investigation, reports link his passing to complications from the shooting. Copenhaver had filed a lawsuit against the federal government over security failures. Political figures across the spectrum, including President Trump and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, mourned his loss, highlighting the long-term physical toll on survivors of the attack.

via Politico|
#butler-shooting#donald-trump#james-copenhaver
Jim Copenhaver, 2024 Butler shooting victim, dies at 76
us-news14 days ago

Jim Copenhaver, 2024 Butler shooting victim, dies at 76

Jim Copenhaver, a 76-year-old veteran wounded during the July 2024 assassination attempt on Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, has died. His family confirmed his passing on September 23, 2026, attributing it to complications from 'life-altering' injuries sustained two years prior. While the family statement did not specify the exact cause of death, Fox News reports he died from complications related to his wounds, including permanent nerve damage and bullet fragments that remained in his body. Copenhaver was one of two people injured in the attack, which also killed former fire chief Corey Comperatore. The incident triggered a major Secret Service investigation, leading to the resignation of then-Director Kimberly Cheatle and suspensions for six agents. Copenhaver had previously filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government regarding his medical care and multiple surgeries. Political figures, including the House Republican Conference, expressed condolences, highlighting his status as a veteran and patriot.

via NBC News|
#butler-shooting#jim-copenhaver#secret-service
Peter Krause Roars Back as Secret Service Chief in NBC's Line of Fire
entertainment17 days ago

Peter Krause Roars Back as Secret Service Chief in NBC's Line of Fire

Peter Krause returns to TV as veteran Secret Service agent Mike Hollingsworth in NBC's Line of Fire, a Joshua Safran–created thriller produced by Jenna Bush Hager that follows a Washington, D.C. family across Secret Service, FBI, U.S. Marshals and DOJ; the series features a controversial on-screen romance with the President's daughter and premieres September 21 at 10 p.m. ET/PT. Krause, stepping back into scripted drama after 9-1-1, says the show blends thriller elements with family dynamics and politics aren’t its focus, aiming for suspense rather than current-events realism.

via USA Today|
#entertainment#jenna-bush-hager#line-of-fire
FBI: Would-be Trump assassin prepped long-range shot day before attack
politics23 days ago

FBI: Would-be Trump assassin prepped long-range shot day before attack

New, unclassified FBI files reveal 20-year-old Thomas Crooks, who opened fire at a July 2024 Trump campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, had become obsessed with guns and trained for long-range shots, including a reported 100-yard attempt the day before the attack. The 600-page collection of interviews with relatives, neighbors, and teachers shows a pattern of gun hobbyist behavior, crediting Crooks’ father with his Covid-era fixation on firearms. Crooks was killed by Secret Service agents at the scene after Trump was targeted. The documents also describe Crooks’ background, including his education, work, and interests, shedding light on his motivations and preparation for the assassination attempt.

via NBC News|
#assassination#fbi#pennsylvania
Trespass prompts security boost for Harris Malibu residence
politics26 days ago

Trespass prompts security boost for Harris Malibu residence

A woman trespassed Friday night onto former Vice President Kamala Harris and Doug Emhoff’s Malibu cliffside property while the couple was away. Security personnel stopped her before she reached the home; sheriff’s deputies responded and the woman left voluntarily without being arrested. Authorities say security on the property will be increased, highlighting ongoing debates over former presidents’ protection after the revocation of extended Secret Service coverage.

via Los Angeles Times|
#kamala-harris#malibu#politics
Six Months In, US-Iran Tensions Tighten as Sanctions Hit and Hormuz Stays Open
world1 month ago

Six Months In, US-Iran Tensions Tighten as Sanctions Hit and Hormuz Stays Open

Six months into the US-Iran standoff, Washington widens pressure with the Treasury's 'Economic Outcast' plan to choke IRGC funding, expanding secondary sanctions and blacklisting nearly 60 entities; officials say the Strait of Hormuz remains open and under control, while Iran denies plots against Barron Trump as the Secret Service investigates threats, with ongoing live coverage of the conflict.

via Fox News|
#barron-trump-plot#sanctions#secret-service