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National Day Calendar:

NATIONAL BUTTERCRUNCH DAY

Birthdays:

Buzz Aldrin (1930-Still Living) - Astronaut and second person to walk on the moon.

This day in History:

1909 - General Motors buys into the Oakland Motor Car Company, later becoming GM's Pontiac Division.

Daily Headline: Don Lemon leads Anti-ICE protest into church service

Anti-ICE protesters disrupted a Sunday church service in Minnesota after alleging a connection between a church leader and Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Don Lemon was present and livestreamed the event, later stating he was documenting the protest. The incident has reignited debate over protest boundaries, religious protections, and the role of media figures during politically charged demonstrations.

Daily Commentary: Where did Ilhan Omar suddenly get so wealthy

Questions have emerged following reports showing a significant increase in Representative Ilhan Omar’s household wealth over recent years. The gains have been attributed to disclosed income and spousal business interests. While no wrongdoing has been established, critics argue the rapid rise raises transparency and optics concerns, while supporters maintain all financial reporting requirements were properly followed.

Daily Feature: Popeyes files for bankruptcy protection

A major Popeyes franchise operator has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, citing debt, inflation, labor costs, and post-pandemic financial pressures. The filing does not involve the Popeyes brand itself, and locations are expected to remain open during restructuring. The move reflects broader economic strain facing franchise operators across the restaurant industry.

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