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Sky News AU
an hour ago
- Politics
- Sky News AU
Hypocrisy of ‘No Kings' protesters exposed
Sky News host James Morrow has exposed the hypocrisy of the 'No Kings' protesters who are 'mad' that the 'so-called king isn't one of their own'. 'When Barack Obama was president, the left wanted to turn him into a wise, benevolent, philosopher king and imbue him with behaviours that had someone suggested them for Donald Trump? Well, they would have screamed that this was all democracy-dodging tyranny,' Mr Morrow said. 'Back in 2014, NPR, recently defunded by the House, enthused about Obama using just two tools to get his way. Not the Constitution and the legislature, but a pen and a phone. 'And then, in 2012, CNN said that liberals – yes, the left, wanted Obama to be a king, not a president.'
DW
2 hours ago
- Politics
- DW
US court allows Trump to retain control of National Guard – DW – 06/20/2025
The court said that while Trump did not have unlimited powers to take over California's guard, his administration had a rationale to do so. Trump hailed the decision as a "BIG WIN" online. A US appeals court on Thursday ruled that US President Donald Trump can continue his control over National Guard troops in Los Angeles for now, despite objections from the state's governor. In a unanimous ruling, a three-judge bench said that Trump's "failure to issue the federalization order directly 'through' the Governor of California does not limit his otherwise lawful authority to call up the National Guard." Court says there was defensible rationale for deployment The 38-page document said that while a president did not have unchecked power to take over a state's guard, Trump's administration had presented enough defensible rationale for doing so. It added that the president was within his rights when he mobilized 4,000 members of the national guard into service for 60 days to protect "federal personnel performing federal functions" and to protect federal property. The ruling halts the decision of a lower court last week that ordered Trump to return the control of California's National Guard to Governor Gavin Newsom. Newsom has criticized Trump's decision to send in troops to LA to quell anti-immigration protests, calling it an authoritarian move. Trump also sent 700 US marines to LA despite objections from local authorities as he claimed they had lost control of the city. Trump military parade met with 'No Kings' rallies across US To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Trump celebrates 'big win' The US President took to his social media platform and said: "All over the United States, if our Cities, and our people, need protection, we are the ones to give it to them should State and Local Police be unable, for whatever reason, to get the job done." He hailed the ruling as a "great decision" and a "BIG WIN," while misspelling Newsom's name and calling him incompetent. Meanwhile, Newsom took to X, focusing on the portion of the ruling which said the US President's powers were not unfettered. "Donald Trump is not a king and not above the law," he wrote. "Tonight, the court rightly rejected Trump's claim that he can do whatever he wants with the National Guard and not have to explain himself to a court. We will not let this authoritarian use of military soldiers against citizens go unchecked." Edited by: Kieran Burke
9 hours ago
What to know about the fatal shooting at a Utah 'No Kings' rally
SALT LAKE CITY -- Utah investigators sought help from the public as they worked to unravel who was at fault when a safety volunteer at a weekend 'No Kings' rally fired at an alleged gunman and inadvertently hit and killed a protester. The safety volunteer, who has not been identified publicly, fired three rounds at Arturo Gamboa, 24, who had allegedly brandished a rifle at Saturday's crowd in downtown Salt Lake City. The gunshots hit both Gamboa and protester Arthur Folasa Ah Loo, according to the Salt Lake City police. Gamboa, who did not fire his rifle, was arrested on suspicion of murder, accused of creating the dangerous situation that led to Ah Loo's death, police said. No criminal charges have been filed. A state judge on Thursday granted a request by prosecutors to extend Gamboa's detention without bail until 5 p.m. on Monday, while investigators continue interviewing witnesses and reviewing footage of the incident, Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill said. Investigators are also looking into whether the safety volunteer was justified in firing his gun, according to police. Police on Wednesday asked the public for more video footage of events surrounding the shooting. It is unclear what Gamboa intended to do with the rifle. His father Albert Gamboa, reached by The Associated Press on Tuesday, declared his son's innocence in a brief phone call: 'My son, Arturo Gamboa, is an innocent guy. He was in the wrong place at the wrong time." Utah is an open-carry state, meaning people who can legally own a firearm are generally allowed to carry it on a public street. 'Inevitably there are going to be instances like this one, which may or may not have been a misunderstanding,' said Timothy Zick, a William & Mary Law School professor who has written about the laws surrounding public protests. "It's hard to sort out who's acting lawfully with a firearm in the middle of an already crowded, sometimes chaotic protest space,' he said. The protest of some 18,000 people was otherwise peaceful. Here's what is known so far about the shooting: Thousands of protesters were marching through downtown Salt Lake City when, around 8 p.m., the safety volunteer and another man said they spotted Gamboa, who was wearing all black clothing, move behind a wall and withdraw a rifle from a backpack, according to a police news release. The two men drew their handguns and ordered Gamboa to drop the rifle, but witnesses said he instead moved toward the crowd and held his rifle in a 'firing position,' according to police. The safety volunteer shot three rounds, hitting Gamboa and Ah Loo. Ah Loo died after being taken to a hospital. Gamboa's wound was relatively minor, and he was arrested nearby by police, who found a rifle, gas mask and backpack in the area. Police said they do not yet know why Gamboa had the rifle or allegedly disobeyed the orders from the two men. The protest was one of hundreds nationwide Saturday against President Donald Trump's military parade in Washington, which marked the Army's 250th anniversary and coincided with Trump's birthday. The Utah chapter of 50501 Movement, which helped organize the 'No Kings' protest, said in a statement Monday that the man who confronted Gamboa was a military veteran and 'safety volunteer' meant to help maintain order. 'Our team of safety volunteers, who have been selected because of their military, first responder, and other relevant de-escalation experience, believed there was an imminent threat to the protestors and took action,' organizers said. The group did not give further details on the person's training or explain why he was armed. Sarah Parker, a national coordinator for 50501 Movement, which helped organize the 'No Kings' protests across the country, said all attendees, including those in safety roles, were asked not to bring weapons. It's extremely rare for safety teams, often called safety marshals, to be armed. Instead, they rely on calm demeanor, communication skills and relationships with police and protesters to help keep order, said Edward Maguire, an Arizona State University criminology and criminal justice professor. 'Arming marshals or peacekeepers is widely discouraged, as it tends to create more problems than it solves," Maguire said. Police said the permit for the protest did not specify that there would be armed security, and event staffers' roles were under investigation. Ah Loo was a successful fashion designer and former 'Project Runway' contestant who devoted his life to celebrating artists from the Pacific Islands. Benjamin Powell, a friend of Ah Loo's, said the 39-year-old was born in Samoa but lived in Utah for about a decade. Ah Loo, a self-taught designer known to many as Afa, devoted his life to doing 'good things for his neighbors and community,' state Rep. Verona Mauga, a close friend, told the AP. Their families were both from the small village of Lotopa in Samoa, she said. Ah Loo leaves behind a wife and two young children, according to a GoFundMe page for his family. Powell said he and Ah Loo were working on an August fashion show, which Powell said will now honor Ah Loo's unwavering commitment to his community.
Chicago Tribune
10 hours ago
- Politics
- Chicago Tribune
Donna Vickroy: Anger's not the answer in these days of turmoil; try a little kindness and do something positive
In a world of hate and cruelty, of murder and war mongering, of fear and uncertainty, of kings and tyrants, is it even possible to still be your old peace-loving self? Last weekend was a rollercoaster of emotion. The murders of state officials in Minnesota, the massive 'No Kings' protests, the underwhelming military parade. Lows, highs, in betweens. Our emotions were constantly in play. Increasingly, it seems we never get a break on this crazy train. These are tough times for people who strive for quiet, easy living. How long can we endure so much chaos? Will our communities survive this deep divisiveness? How many relationships will be torn asunder? Will this country ever truly be the UNITED States of America? And then, in a clearing where the smoke of gunfire still smolders, we see a light, a warm, embracing light. It reaches out and bear hugs us in love and kindness. It gives us just what we need. Direction. So many of us have spent these last few months running and thither from bad news to more bad news, from chaos to bedlam, from disbelief to shock. Unsettled has become our lifestyle. Scared has become our retort to the simple, 'How are you?' And through it all, through the destruction of agencies, through the collapse of status quo, through the disregard for law and customs and regulations and protocol, through the dismantling of decorum and civility, through the murder of public servants, we wonder what can we, regular folks, do to keep ourselves from becoming the very thing we despise — cruel? Sure, we can come together and protest. We can lift our voices. We can stand together. And, boy, does it feel good to connect with like-minded people in the name of peace and justice. But as soon as we begin to bask in the glow of a massive peaceful mobilization, the beating of war drums breaks our kumbaya. It never lets up. We are tired of being battered, tired of being angry, tired of shouting back. And, yet, is there an alternative? From the mouths of babes, comes a suggestion. From Sophie and Colin Hortman, the children of Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, come powerful words of wisdom, reminding all of us that, in times of turmoil, when the world seems on the brink of an emotional breakdown, small acts of kindness can help balance the universe. Just a few days after their parents and beloved dog Gilbert were maliciously gunned down in their home during the early hours of June 14, Sophie and Colin have extended to America a path back to civility. 'We are devastated and heartbroken at the loss of our parents, Melissa and Mark. They were the bright lights at the center of our lives, and we can't believe they are gone. Their love for us was boundless. We miss them so much.' These little lambs, immersed in horror and grief, are thinking of others. They thank the public for the outpouring of love and law enforcement for the swift action 'that saved others and for the coordination across communities that led to the arrest of the man who murdered our parents.' And then there's a request for you and me and all who have been saddened or angered or somehow changed by the actions of this new world order. They don't ask for flowers or donations to a cause. They don't ask for retribution. They simply ask that you pay your respects to their dedicated parents by carrying on their mission of kindness and appreciation. 'Our parents touched so many lives, and they leave behind an incredible legacy of dedication to their community that will live on in us, their friends, their colleagues and coworkers, and every single person who knew and loved them. 'If you would like to honor the memory of Mark and Melissa, please consider the following: Every single thing on this list is easy. Every single thing on this list has far-reaching consequences. In short, when you are hurt by the actions of others, resist the temptation to inflict more hurt. Sure, work for change, strive for a better world, but don't kick the dog in the meantime because he's there and will take it. The children end with: 'Hope and resilience are the enemy of fear. Our parents lived their lives with immense dedication to their fellow humans. This tragedy must become a moment for us to come together. Hold your loved ones a little closer. Love your neighbors. Treat each other with kindness and respect. The best way to honor our parents' memory is to do something, whether big or small, to make our community just a little better for someone else.'
Winnipeg Free Press
12 hours ago
- Winnipeg Free Press
What to know about the fatal shooting at a Utah ‘No Kings' rally
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah investigators sought help from the public as they worked to unravel who was at fault when a safety volunteer at a weekend 'No Kings' rally fired at an alleged gunman and inadvertently hit and killed a protester. The safety volunteer, who has not been identified publicly, fired three rounds at Arturo Gamboa, 24, who had allegedly brandished a rifle at Saturday's crowd in downtown Salt Lake City. The gunshots hit both Gamboa and protester Arthur Folasa Ah Loo, according to the Salt Lake City police. Gamboa, who did not fire his rifle, was arrested on suspicion of murder, accused of creating the dangerous situation that led to Ah Loo's death, police said. No criminal charges have been filed. A state judge on Thursday granted a request by prosecutors to extend Gamboa's detention without bail until 5 p.m. on Monday, while investigators continue interviewing witnesses and reviewing footage of the incident, Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill said. Investigators are also looking into whether the safety volunteer was justified in firing his gun, according to police. Police on Wednesday asked the public for more video footage of events surrounding the shooting. It is unclear what Gamboa intended to do with the rifle. His father Albert Gamboa, reached by The Associated Press on Tuesday, declared his son's innocence in a brief phone call: 'My son, Arturo Gamboa, is an innocent guy. He was in the wrong place at the wrong time.' Utah is an open-carry state, meaning people who can legally own a firearm are generally allowed to carry it on a public street. 'Inevitably there are going to be instances like this one, which may or may not have been a misunderstanding,' said Timothy Zick, a William & Mary Law School professor who has written about the laws surrounding public protests. 'It's hard to sort out who's acting lawfully with a firearm in the middle of an already crowded, sometimes chaotic protest space,' he said. The protest of some 18,000 people was otherwise peaceful. Here's what is known so far about the shooting: How did it unfold? Thousands of protesters were marching through downtown Salt Lake City when, around 8 p.m., the safety volunteer and another man said they spotted Gamboa, who was wearing all black clothing, move behind a wall and withdraw a rifle from a backpack, according to a police news release. The two men drew their handguns and ordered Gamboa to drop the rifle, but witnesses said he instead moved toward the crowd and held his rifle in a 'firing position,' according to police. The safety volunteer shot three rounds, hitting Gamboa and Ah Loo. Ah Loo died after being taken to a hospital. Gamboa's wound was relatively minor, and he was arrested nearby by police, who found a rifle, gas mask and backpack in the area. Police said they do not yet know why Gamboa had the rifle or allegedly disobeyed the orders from the two men. The protest was one of hundreds nationwide Saturday against President Donald Trump's military parade in Washington, which marked the Army's 250th anniversary and coincided with Trump's birthday. What are safety marshals for demonstrations? The Utah chapter of 50501 Movement, which helped organize the 'No Kings' protest, said in a statement Monday that the man who confronted Gamboa was a military veteran and 'safety volunteer' meant to help maintain order. 'Our team of safety volunteers, who have been selected because of their military, first responder, and other relevant de-escalation experience, believed there was an imminent threat to the protestors and took action,' organizers said. The group did not give further details on the person's training or explain why he was armed. Sarah Parker, a national coordinator for 50501 Movement, which helped organize the 'No Kings' protests across the country, said all attendees, including those in safety roles, were asked not to bring weapons. It's extremely rare for safety teams, often called safety marshals, to be armed. Instead, they rely on calm demeanor, communication skills and relationships with police and protesters to help keep order, said Edward Maguire, an Arizona State University criminology and criminal justice professor. 'Arming marshals or peacekeepers is widely discouraged, as it tends to create more problems than it solves,' Maguire said. Police said the permit for the protest did not specify that there would be armed security, and event staffers' roles were under investigation. Who was the protester who was killed? Ah Loo was a successful fashion designer and former 'Project Runway' contestant who devoted his life to celebrating artists from the Pacific Islands. Benjamin Powell, a friend of Ah Loo's, said the 39-year-old was born in Samoa but lived in Utah for about a decade. Ah Loo, a self-taught designer known to many as Afa, devoted his life to doing 'good things for his neighbors and community,' state Rep. Verona Mauga, a close friend, told the AP. Their families were both from the small village of Lotopa in Samoa, she said. Ah Loo leaves behind a wife and two young children, according to a GoFundMe page for his family. Powell said he and Ah Loo were working on an August fashion show, which Powell said will now honor Ah Loo's unwavering commitment to his community. ___ Bedayn reported from Denver. Associated Press writer Mead Gruver in Cheyenne, Wyoming, contributed.
