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sports1 day ago

Steelers Town Hall Mock Draft Charts a 2027 Pick Bonanza

A Steelers fan-hosted Town Hall on Clubhouse ran a 12-player mock draft using the NFL Mock Draft Database Simulator, prioritizing guard, defensive tackle, and linebacker while trading to stock up 2027 picks. Highlights included Vega Ioane (Guard, Penn State) in Round 1, Jacob Rodriguez (ILB, Texas Tech) in Round 2, Domonique Orange (DL) and Zakee Wheatley (S) in Round 3, Ja’Kobi Lane (WR) in Round 4, and Drew Allar (QB) in Round 4, plus Tacario Davis (CB) and Kage Casey (OT/OL) later. A three-trade deal with Green Bay netted additional 2027 picks, enabling a total of 12 selections (with 8 extra 2027 picks from trades). The group noted some picks could be reaches, planned more mocks before the draft, and even signed off with a song cue for fun.

via Steelers Depot|
#mock-draft#nfl-draft#pittsburgh
Disney's Next Chief Steps Into the Spotlight as Iger, Walden Watch
business2 months ago

Disney's Next Chief Steps Into the Spotlight as Iger, Walden Watch

Disney’s incoming CEO Josh D’Amaro, joined by Dana Walden and outgoing chief Bob Iger, addressed a company town hall in Burbank, praising the transition process and sharing optimism for the company’s future. D’Amaro lauded the support from Iger and Walden, recalled a notable moment with Walden at Disney World, and noted his intent to honor Disney’s legacy while pushing for growth across streaming, films, ESPN direct‑to‑consumer, and global experiences. Iger praised the leadership bench and D’Amaro’s energy and creativity. Walden was promoted to President and Chief Creative Officer, with Iger staying on as strategic advisor until 2026, and D’Amaro set to take the reins on March 18, marking Disney’s third CEO transition in six years.

via Deadline|
#bob-iger#business#dana-walden
politics2 months ago

Vinegar-Spraying Incident at Omar Town Hall Triggers Federal Charge

Federal prosecutors charged Minneapolis resident Anthony Kazmierczak, 55, with assaulting or impeding a federal employee after he rushed Rep. Ilhan Omar at a Minnesota town hall and sprayed her with liquid; two security guards tackled him and he was arrested. Investigators say the substance was water and apple cider vinegar, which Kazmierczak reportedly admitted spraying. Omar said threats against her rise with the president’s rhetoric amid ongoing political tensions.

via Politico|
#anthony-kazmierczak#assaulting-a-federal-employee#federal-charges
Vinegar-Syringe Incident Leads to Assault Charge Involving Ilhan Omar
politics2 months ago

Vinegar-Syringe Incident Leads to Assault Charge Involving Ilhan Omar

A federal complaint charges Anthony J. Kazmierczak, 55, with assault for spraying Ilhan Omar with a syringe containing apple cider vinegar and water during a Minneapolis town hall; the liquid stained her clothing and may have reached her face and right eye, and witnesses say he followed up with a remark about Minnesotans; the FBI affidavit describes the syringe and incident as Omar spoke about Kristi Noem's resignation.

via The New York Times|
#assault#ilhan-omar#minnesota
DOJ charges man who sprayed substance at Rep. Omar during Minnesota town hall
politics2 months ago

DOJ charges man who sprayed substance at Rep. Omar during Minnesota town hall

The Justice Department charged Anthony Kazmierczak with forcibly assaulting, opposing, impeding, and intimidating a U.S. official during official duties after he sprayed a liquid from a syringe at Rep. Ilhan Omar at a Minneapolis town hall; the liquid, reportedly apple cider vinegar, stained her clothes and possibly reached her face, and Omar said the attack tied to national political rhetoric; the case is ongoing.

via NBC News|
#doj#federal-charges#ilhan-omar
Trump’s Rhetoric Fuels Real-World Attack on Ilhan Omar
politics2 months ago

Trump’s Rhetoric Fuels Real-World Attack on Ilhan Omar

Trump’s anti-immigrant, demeaning rhetoric toward Rep. Ilhan Omar has long preceded real-world threats; at a Minneapolis town hall, a man rushed the stage and sprayed her with a pungent liquid as she spoke, but she finished her remarks. The attack underscores years of threats Omar has faced and is part of a pattern tied to Trump’s inflammatory language. House Speaker Johnson had withheld her 24-hour Capitol Police protection for months before approving extra protection after the incident, and Omar has raised funds for private security. Allies say the violence reflects the danger of politicized rhetoric.

via The New York Times|
#donald-trump#ilhan-omar#political-violence
Omar Town Hall Attack: Suspect with Notable Criminal History Detained
politics2 months ago

Omar Town Hall Attack: Suspect with Notable Criminal History Detained

Police arrested 55-year-old Anthony Kazmierczak after he used a syringe to spray an unknown liquid on Rep. Ilhan Omar at a Minneapolis town hall; Omar was unharmed and continued speaking as officers detained him. Kazmierczak has a documented criminal history (including a 1989 felony auto theft conviction), multiple DUI arrests, and financial troubles. Investigators are evaluating the substance and potential charges, with prosecutors deciding on next steps, a reminder of the broader rise in threats against lawmakers amid intense political tension and Trump-related commentary.

via PBS|
#assault#donald-trump#ilhan-omar
Minnesota immigration fallout dominates CNN town hall and national debate
politics2 months ago

Minnesota immigration fallout dominates CNN town hall and national debate

Rolling coverage of Minnesota’s immigration crackdown and its political fallout: the White House proposes a new national fraud‑enforcement division, while the Alex Pretti shooting triggers investigations and scrutiny of ICE; DHS funding debates and calls to rein in border enforcement intensify as protests erupt at detention centers and politicians clash over policy in a tense national dialogue surrounding immigration and security.

via CNN|
#ice#immigration#minnesota
Apple cider vinegar suspected in spray on Rep. Omar at Minnesota town hall
politics2 months ago

Apple cider vinegar suspected in spray on Rep. Omar at Minnesota town hall

Forensic analysis concluded the unknown liquid sprayed at Rep. Ilhan Omar during a north Minneapolis town hall was likely apple cider vinegar; the attacker, 55-year-old Anthony J. Kazmierczak, was arrested on suspicion of third-degree assault after lunging at Omar, who continued addressing the crowd. CNN corroborated the substance, and Kazmierczak has a history of posts ridiculing Omar's stance on defunding police. The incident occurred after a Trump rally and did not stop Omar's participation in the event.

via kare11.com|
#apple-cider-vinegar#arrest#forensics