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Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Ex-MLB star Zack Cozart says he'll stop supporting President Donald Trump if war breaks out: "If Trump gets us in a war..."
Former MLB star vows to cut support for Trump if U.S. enters war (Getty Images) As global tensions escalate in the Middle East, particularly between Iran and Israel, the political discourse in the United States is starting to reflect the unease. One unexpected voice has emerged from the sports world, signaling a strong personal stance—former MLB All-Star Zack Cozart has publicly warned that his support for Donald Trump could vanish if the president initiates a new war. Zack Cozart delivers strong message: He won't back Trump if U.S. chooses war path Zack Cozart, who earned All-Star honors in 2017 and was once a vocal backer of Trump, used his platform on social media to issue a clear message. 'If Trump gets us in a war, I will no longer support him, and I'm sure most of you know I love Trump,' he declared in a candid post on X. The statement marks a notable shift from his previous support, which had been emphatic and unwavering. Just last year, ahead of the 2024 presidential election, Cozart made no effort to hide his excitement. 'I dunno bout yall but I can't wait to vote for Trump… I've honestly never seen the party as united as now… they tried to kill our President … least we can do is VOTE!!' he wrote, reflecting his deep alignment with the Republican cause. But with President Trump closely monitoring the brewing Middle East conflict, the stakes have changed. His press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, acknowledged on Monday that Trump left the G7 summit early to 'attend to many important matters,' citing ongoing developments in the region. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo The situation has become increasingly volatile, prompting Trump to make bold declarations. He urged citizens to evacuate Tehran and stated, 'I'm not too much in the mood to negotiate,' while emphasizing the need for 'a real end, not a ceasefire.' This hardline posture may be driving even staunch supporters like Cozart to reconsider their allegiance. Cozart didn't stop with one post. He later shared another message, hinting at a sense of disillusionment among Republican voters. The tone suggested frustration over what some perceive as misplaced priorities—foreign entanglements over domestic issues. For a figure once so invested in Trump's political journey, Cozart's statement feels like more than just a fleeting opinion—it reflects a deeper concern over the consequences of military action. While war is far from certain, it's clear that even loyal followers are prepared to speak out if they believe the country's direction veers off course. Also Read: Bryan Reynolds rushes out of Pirates-Tigers game as his wife goes into labor mid-match
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Yahoo
Dad Accused of Killing His 3 Daughters Had Chilling Online Searches
Originally appeared on E! Online Police are continuing to investigate a horrific crime. After Washington state resident Travis Decker was charged with the murders of his daughters Paityn, 9, Evelyn, 8, and Olivia, 5, a U.S. Marshals Service affidavit, obtained by NBC News, reveals that he had suspicious searches on his Google account. 'These Google searches included the following: 'how does a person move to canada,' 'how to relocate to canada,' 'jobs canada' and 'jobs canada,'' US Deputy Marshal Keegan Stanley wrote in the June 6 affidavit, per NBC. 'After the above-listed Google searches, he visited the site 'Find a job - A manhunt is currently underway for Decker, 32, who has not been seen since his daughters were found dead with plastic bags over their heads in Chelan County, Washington near his abandoned truck June 2. 'Decker is currently wanted for three counts of Murder first degree and Kidnapping first degree,' a June 2 statement from the Wenatchee police read. 'Additional law enforcement officers responded and searched the immediate area. During the search, the bodies of the three missing girls were discovered.' More from E! Online Tony Awards 2025: George Clooney Gives Rare Update on His, Amal's Kids Ella and Alexander Why Scooter Braun and Ex-Wife Yael Cohen Really Broke Up Billie Eilish and Nat Wolff Confirm Romance With Steamy Makeout Session Decker had picked up Paityn, Evelyn and Olivia May 30 from their mother Whitney Decker for a regularly scheduled custody visit, her attorney Arianna Cozart told CNN June 8. The former couple, Cozart noted, had been divorced for many years but maintained a friendly relationship as co-parents. During the hand-off, Cozart explained that Decker told his ex-wife he would bring their daughters back to her at 8 p.m. that day, as their custody agreement did not allow for overnight visits. When Decker did not show up at the allotted time, Whitney became worried and called him—but his phone went straight to voicemail. She called authorities later that night, according to an affidavit obtained by NBC News. Cozart told CNN that Decker had struggled with mental health issues, but said, 'He never displayed any sort of 'red flags' to Whitney." In an affidavit obtained by NBC News, Decker is described as a military veteran who is 'well versed in wilderness survival and capable of spending days or even weeks in the wilderness on his own and with very little equipment.' (E! and NBC News are both part of the NBCUniversal family.) For the latest breaking news updates, click here to download the E! News App
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Yahoo
A look into Decker's relationship with his girls
Friday marks day seven of the state-wide manhunt for Travis Decker, the Wenatchee father accused of kidnapping and killing his three young daughters. Today deputies say they are narrowing down the search to Chelan and surrounding counties, with a focus on the mountains. This is thanks to more than five hundred tips from the public. Now, KIRO 7 is sharing an exclusive video that gives a closer look into Decker's relationship with his daughters. Since the beginning of the week, we have been in touch with the girls' mother, Whitney Decker, via her trusted friends and attorney. They tell us the reason this situation is so shocking is because they truly never saw it coming. Through exclusive videos and pictures, we see Paityn, Evelyn, and Olivia smiling, laughing, and having fun with their dad. Whitney Decker even gave us a photo compilation turned into a video. She told her attorney she made the video as a Father's Day gift for Travis prior to this year. Arianna Cozart said she has represented Whitney during the divorce between her and Travis. She said Travis was very present in the girls' lives. 'He was going to all the girls' dance and soccer practices, everything they did, you name it, he was being very active,' said Arianna Cozart, Whitney's attorney. 'Whitney would tell you Travis loved two things in this world,' Cozart said. 'Those girls and Jesus. That was Travis.' But she tells us a lot changed after Travis came back from his Army tour in Afghanistan. 'He was able to keep it together for the girls, but he certainly wasn't kind to her [Whitney] and he struggled with feeling he was worth a family, feeling his life was worth that,' Cozart said. Cozart said he is diagnosed with borderline personality disorder and struggles with Complex PTSD. 'He sought resources, a lot of that we didn't know before he abducted the girls,' Cozart said. She tells us those veteran's resources are crumbling, both here in the Valley and across the country. She said local organizations are even separating from some patients due to a lack of staffing and funding. 'If Travis would've been supported and his mental health struggles of course he never would've murdered his babies,' Cozart said. She said one local VA especially is struggling. 'They haven't been able to see any new veteran patients for six months,' she said. Because of this, Decker was without the help he needed to work through his mental health issues. 'I know Whitney believes that these children would not be dead if our government military veterans would've been supported,' Cozart said. Right now, Whitney Decker isn't ready to speak out on this horrifying tragic situation. Cozart tells us in time, she will, saying she has already mentioned using her voice and story to advocate for veterans' mental health benefits so that this never happens to anyone else.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Deer ticks have arrived in Montana
May 23—Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPPHS) officials are alerting the public about the recent identification of a tick new to Montana known as Ixodes scapularis, commonly referred to as a "deer tick" or "blacklegged tick". State health officials report that in the past year three blacklegged ticks were identified in the state for the first time through active surveillance conducted by researchers and public health officials. The ticks were found in Dawson and Sheridan counties. Blacklegged ticks are much smaller and darker in color than most other ticks in Montana that might feed on humans. The presence of blacklegged ticks in Montana may increase the risk of exposure to new tickborne illnesses in the state. "Not all types of ticks carry all tickborne illnesses," said Devon Cozart, DPHHS Vectorborne Disease Epidemiologist. "The presence of this new type of tick in the state could mean that Montanans have an increased risk of exposure to diseases that weren't previously a threat in Montana." Blacklegged ticks are extremely common in Northeastern United States. Recently, these ticks have steadily expanded into other states. Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, ehrlichiosis, Powassan virus, hard tick relapsing fever, and babesiosis are examples of diseases known to be transmitted by the bite of a blacklegged tick. According to the Centers for Disease Control, 70% of those bitten by a deer tick and then diagnosed with Lyme disease will have a bull's-eye rash in the area of the tick bite. One tick collected in Dawson County was confirmed to be a blacklegged tick by Rocky Mountain Laboratories in 2024. DPHHS, along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), confirmed in the fall of 2024 that two ticks found in Sheridan County were blacklegged ticks. These two ticks were tested by CDC and no pathogens that can cause illness in humans were detected, including Lyme disease. Currently, there is no known increased risk in Montana for Lyme disease, or other pathogens transmitted by blacklegged ticks. However, the risk of encountering a blacklegged tick may be higher in Dawson and Sheridan counties. Public health officials are conducting further investigation to determine whether these ticks are found elsewhere in Montana and whether they are establishing their habitat in the state. DPHHS will continue to monitor tick activity in select locations throughout the state and will adjust guidance as needed if blacklegged ticks become established. "Currently, tick experts do not think that the blacklegged tick is present throughout Montana," Cozart said. "These ticks could have been carried into the state by a host animal, or they could be active and reproducing here — we just don't know yet. We will be conducting further investigations this spring." The tick species most common in Montana at this time include the Rocky Mountain wood tick and the American dog tick. These ticks can spread diseases such as tularemia, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and Colorado tick fever. This spring, DPHHS is launching a citizen scientist program and is requesting the public's help in tick surveillance, especially in Dawson and Sheridan counties. Anyone who thinks they have found a blacklegged tick is encouraged to fill out an online form at is also on the DPHHS website and includes instructions on how to submit the tick for identification. Cozart states the best way to reduce your chance of developing an illness from a tick bite is to reduce your contact with ticks. "Preventing tick bites is important while spending time outdoors, especially when walking through brushy or wooded areas," she said. "Though tick activity slows during winter months, ticks can be active any time temperatures are above freezing. Any outdoor activity in any season that disturbs leaf brush (such as yard work or hiking) or contact with other animals (such as hunting) increases the risk of encountering a tick." To prevent tick bites, follow these tips: — Wear an EPA registered insect repellent ( — Treat clothing and gear with products containing 0.5% permethrin — Check for ticks often and carry a tick removal device such as tweezers — Shower soon after being outdoors — Put clothing in the dryer for 10 minutes after being outdoors to kill ticks — Check pets regularly for ticks and talk to a veterinarian about tick prevention products "If you find a tick, remove it safely and quickly," Cozart added. "The less time a tick is attached, the less likely you are to develop an illness. If you have been bitten by a tick and start to feel sick with symptoms including fever, rash, body aches, and headaches, talk to your health care provider and let them know about your tick encounter." For more information about ticks and tickborne diseases, please visit: About Ticks and Tickborne Disease — Ticks — CDC.
Yahoo
28-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Old Farmer's Almanac, NOAA disagree on Pacific Northwest's spring outlook
PORTLAND, Ore. () — The Old Farmer's Almanac has predicted a drier, warmer spring for the Pacific Northwest, but a federal weather agency has said otherwise. The almanac recently released its forecast for next season. Experts have estimated most of the U.S. will see higher temperatures than normal, including the Pacific Northwest. Yet the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration from March to May. West Linn opts against bond measure for $7.9 million Oppenlander Field purchase In April, specifically, the Old Farmer's forecast shows temperatures from Seattle to Eureka, Calif., will exceed normal conditions by about 3 degrees on average. The almanac projected below-normal conditions for the following month. There is a similar outlook for the 'Intermountain West,' the neighboring region including portions of Central and Eastern Oregon and Washington. The almanac projects April temperatures will be at least 4 degrees above average from Spokane to Reno, but temperatures will be 3 degrees below average in May. The publication also noted 'chilly spells could lead to a late frost in some areas' that month. The main difference between the forecast for the Pacific Northwest versus the Intermountain West is the rainfall predictions. While experts estimate the northwest will see dry conditions, the neighboring region is expected to see above-normal rainfall. According to KOIN 6 Meteorologist Josh Cozart, only time will tell which forecast rings true in the coming months. Oregon man puts up billboard in protest of 'Greater Idaho' movement 'Keep in mind, these seasonal outlooks are an average,' Cozart said. 'There's always room for moments of extremes in either direction. However, NOAA's predicting a slightly cooler to normal temperature trend for the Pacific Northwest over the next three months. NOAA's also predicting a slightly wetter season too. This contradicts The Old Farmer's Almanac of a drier spring season. So, we'll likely have to wait week to week to see how this spring season unfolds in the PNW.' The almanac compiles forecasts by 'comparing solar patterns and historical weather conditions with current solar activity.' NOAA compiles them with data from sources including citizen scientists, satellites and buoys. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
