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Minnesota Governor Faces Backlash After Pardoning Convicted Child Offender New

Minnesota Governor Faces Backlash After Pardoning Convicted Child Offender

Minnesota officials, including Democrat Gov. Tim Walz, last month pardoned an illegal immigrant who was previously convicted of sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl and who was slated to be deported.With the recommendation of the Minnesota Clemency Review Commission (CRC), the Minnesota Board of Pardons — led by Walz, state Attorney General Keith Ellison and state Chief Justice Natalie Hudson — granted a pardon for Laos national Tou Lue Vang, 42, at its June 10 meeting, according to a letter informing Vang of the decision from Carli Stark, the executive director of the state CRC.The pardon essentially gives Vang a clean slate.“Being granted a pardon is a notable achievement and a reflection of the work you have done since your conviction,” Stark wrote in her letter to Vang.Vang was convicted in 2006 of first-degree criminal sexual conduct. Between 2002 and 2006, he repeatedly sexually assaulted the girl.At one point, he offered her $10 to keep quiet about the abuse, according to DHS.He pleaded guilty to first-degree criminal sexual conduct in a plea deal that spared him from going to prison. The Minnesota Clemency Review Commission voted to grant a pardon for Tou Lue Vang, 42, despite his conviction for sexually assaulting a young girl, just before he was expected to be deported back to Laos. DHS“Governor Tim Walz’s decision to pardon an illegal alien convicted child rapist so he can remain in our country is disgusting,” DHS Acting Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis said in a statement. “These are the criminal illegal aliens he and his Minnesota sanctuary politicians are protecting.”Bis noted that Vang lost his legal status following his conviction.Fox News Digital has reached out to Walz, the White House and the Ramsey County Attorney’s Office, which prosecuted Vang for the assaults.When he was arrested on charges in 2005, Vang admitted to having sexual contact with the girl but blamed cultural norms in Thailand, according to the complaint obtained by the New York Times. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz testifies during the House Oversight and Accountability Committee hearing investigating fraud in Minnesota state social services, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, March 4, 2026. REUTERSThe CRC, which includes nine members, voted to approve Mr. Vang’s petition in April. Four members voted in favor, two voted against, and three were absent, the Times reported.The board takes the commission’s review into account but retains the ultimate authority to grant or deny pardons.In his application, Vang cited his years of rehabilitation and argued that he has taken full responsibility for his actions.Vang entered the US through California in 1994, and was granted legal status by the Clinton administration. That status was revoked upon his conviction and final order of removal in 2006.He was detained by federal authorities last year as part of the Trump administration’s “Operation Metro Surge” in Minnesota.President Donald Trump has repeatedly criticized Walz and Minnesota officials over sanctuary policies that protect illegal immigrants, even those convicted of violent crimes, from federal authorities.DHS noted that the Review Commission has granted pardons to undocumented immigrants before.In May, the state pardoned Jai Vang, a Laotian citizen whose criminal history includes convictions for robbery, armed robbery of a business, and driving under the influence of liquor.

Jul 02, 2026
Why Anu Prattipati's Kosovo Jersey is Turning Heads New

Why Anu Prattipati's Kosovo Jersey is Turning Heads

13:30 | 2 Korrik 2026 H.E E ngarkuara me punë e Shteteve të Bashkuara në Kosovë, Anu Prattipati, ka pranuar fanellën e Kombëtares së Kosovës me numrin 250, në shenjë të 250-vjetorit të SHBA-së.Ajo ka falënderuar Federatën e Futbollit të Kosovës për gjestin, duke e vlerësuar atë si simbol të miqësisë së qëndrueshme mes dy vendeve./Arbresh.info

Jul 02, 2026
Why House Democrats Rejected the Balanced Budget Amendment New

Why House Democrats Rejected the Balanced Budget Amendment

The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday rejected legislation aimed at requiring the federal government to maintain a balanced budget, dealing a setback to a long-standing goal of fiscal conservatives.Lawmakers voted 211-207 against the resolution, which would have begun the process of amending the Constitution to prohibit deficit spending.The measure required a two-thirds majority in both chambers of Congress before being sent to the states for ratification.Nearly every Democrat opposed the proposal, with only one voting in favor.The amendment effort faced significant challenges from the start, given the high threshold required for passage.Advertisement Despite the outcome, the vote was significant for budget hawks, including the bill’s sponsor, Rep. Andy Biggs, R-Ariz. He said the effort reflects years of advocacy among conservatives pushing for stricter fiscal controls.“Many of us have been agitating for years to do a balanced budget amendment, and out of the blue, they said, ‘we’re ready to do it,’” Biggs said in an interview.“They didn’t ask me to do anything, didn’t offer anything,” he said, referring to House GOP leadership. “Just out of the blue, I got a call,” Biggs added.Balanced budget amendments have been introduced more than 100 times since 1999, according to legislative data analyzed by the Pew Research Center.The concept saw its peak in the 1970s and 1980s and remains one of the most frequently proposed constitutional changes.Biggs’ proposal would have required that federal spending in a given year not exceed the average annual revenue collected over the previous three years, adjusted for inflation and population growth.The resolution included an exception for times of declared war, allowing Congress to approve spending beyond the cap.Modern military conflicts, including those following World War II, have typically been funded through deficit spending without formal declarations of war.That reality has complicated past efforts to impose strict balanced budget requirements.The proposal also sought to impose a two-thirds vote requirement in both the House and Senate for any new taxes or tax increases.Current law allows tax legislation to pass with a simple majority under certain procedures, including budget reconciliation.While the measure fell short, it underscores continued divisions in Congress over fiscal policy and the role of deficit spending in federal governance.Supporters argue that a balanced budget requirement would impose discipline on federal spending, while opponents warn it could limit the government’s ability to respond to economic downturns or emergencies.The House passed legislation Wednesday aimed at cracking down on illegal immigrants accused of committing welfare fraud, approving the measure over strong opposition from most Democrats.Lawmakers voted 231-186 to pass the Deporting Fraudsters Act, with 186 Democrats voting against it. The bill was introduced by Rep. David Taylor, R-Ohio.The legislation would amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to explicitly classify fraud involving public benefits as a deportable offense.Republicans said the measure is designed to ensure that noncitizens who defraud taxpayer-funded programs are removed from the country and barred from returning.“If you admit to or you’re convicted of fraudulently receiving public benefits, you are out of here on the next plane and can never return,” Rep. Tom McClintock, R-Calif., said during debate on the House floor.Democrats largely opposed the bill, arguing that existing law already allows for the deportation of noncitizens convicted of fraud. They characterized the legislation as unnecessary and duplicative.Republicans pushed back on that claim, saying the bill does not prevent criminal prosecution before removal and maintains existing legal processes.GOP lawmakers argued that the measure strengthens enforcement by closing perceived loopholes.The U.S. House is also trying to pass the Save America Act again this week.This article may contain commentary which reflects the author's opinion.

Jul 02, 2026
Podujevë Shooting: Why Three Injured Are Making Headlines New

Podujevë Shooting: Why Three Injured Are Making Headlines

Tre persona kanë mbetur të plagosur pas të shtënave me armë që ndodhën pasditen e së enjtes në qendër të Podujevës.Lajmin për Gazetën Sinjali e ka konfirmuar zëdhënësi i Policisë për rajonin e Prishtinës, Enis Pllana.Sipas tij, Policia ka pranuar informatën për të shtënat rreth orës 13:30 dhe njësitet policore kanë dalë menjëherë në vendin e ngjarjes.“Rreth orës 13:30, është pranuar informata për të shtëna me armë zjarri në Podujevë. Policia ka dalë menjëherë në vendin e ngjarjes dhe, nga informacionet e para, dyshohet se tre persona janë plagosur. Të njëjtit janë dërguar në QKUK për trajtimin e nevojshëm mjekësor. Aktualisht, njësitet policore po vijojnë me ndërmarrjen e veprimeve operativo-hetimore me qëllim të sqarimit të plotë të rrethanave të ngjarjes”, ka deklaruar Pllana për Sinjalin.Sinjali – aty ku e vërteta flet para lajmit!/GazetaSinjali/

Jul 02, 2026
Trump's Border Triumph: 13 Months Without Illegal Releases Sparks Debate New

Trump's Border Triumph: 13 Months Without Illegal Releases Sparks Debate

In a resounding triumph for border security and the rule of law, the Trump administration has achieved what many once thought impossible.President Trump’s administration has revealed that for 13 consecutive months, zero illegal aliens have been released into the United States.This milestone, confirmed by official data from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), underscores Trump’s unwavering commitment to ending the open-border chaos of the previous administration and restoring sovereignty to the American homeland.On June 19, 2026, DHS and CBP announced the extraordinary record: For the 13th straight month, U.S. Border Patrol released zero illegal aliens into the interior of the country.Advertisement Every individual apprehended at the southwest border has been processed according to the full extent of the law—meaning detention, removal, or swift deportation rather than the catch-and-release nightmare that defined the Biden years.President Trump hailed the achievement as a direct result of his tough, America First policies.“For the past 13 months, zero illegal aliens have been admitted into the United States. Zero,” the President stated.“We are removing murderers, gang members, drug dealers, and dangerous criminals by the thousands. We have the strongest, most secure border in the history of our country,” Trump added.Trump’s remarks echoed across the nation, reminding Americans of the stark contrast with the record illegal crossings and releases under the prior regime.DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin celebrated the data in no uncertain terms: “Thirteen straight months of ZERO releases at the border. Under President Donald Trump’s leadership, we are delivering the most secure border in American history.”Mullin emphasized that robust enforcement, including expanded detention capacity, expedited removals, and international agreements to curb migration at the source, has transformed the border from a sieve into a fortress.CBP Commissioner Rodney S. Scott echoed the sentiment, drawing a sharp comparison to the Biden era.“What a difference, America! The U.S. Border Patrol released zero illegal aliens into our country again this month, unlike April 2024 when more than 68,000 were released under President Biden. Every minute of every day President Trump’s border security policies are making every American safer,” Scott said.Scott noted record drug seizures and apprehension numbers that have plummeted to levels not seen in decades—daily averages down over 90% from Biden-era peaks.This milestone didn’t happen by accident.Upon taking office, President Trump immediately reinstated and expanded proven border measures: completing sections of the wall, reinstating the “Remain in Mexico” policy, ending catch-and-release parole abuses, and pressuring foreign governments to stem the flow of migrants and fentanyl precursors.The Secure America Act provided critical funding for more agents, technology, and detention beds.The results speak for themselves—historically low encounters, fentanyl deaths dropping in communities across the heartland, and criminal aliens being removed at record paces rather than being cut loose to prey on American citizens.Under the Biden-Harris administration, chaos reigned supreme.Millions of illegal aliens were released into the country, overwhelming cities, straining welfare systems, and endangering public safety.The Trump administration’s enforcement-first posture has restored integrity to our immigration system. Apprehensions are at multi-decade lows, with October through recent months marking some of the quietest periods on record.ICE operations targeting the “worst of the worst”—sexual predators, drunk drivers, and gang members—continue unabated, with thousands removed thanks to restored cooperation from local law enforcement.Conservative leaders and border-state Republicans have praised the progress.House Judiciary Committee Republicans highlighted the data: “13 Months. 0 Releases. Border Secured. Thank you, President Trump.” Rep. Laurel Lee and others noted how strong policies deliver real results, protecting American workers’ wages, reducing burdens on schools and hospitals, and keeping communities safe.This article may contain commentary which reflects the author's opinion.

Jul 02, 2026
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Secretive Wedding Plans at Madison Square Garden New

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Secretive Wedding Plans at Madison Square Garden

July 02, 2026, 11:28 AMWedding festivities are reportedly set to begin Thursday for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce at Madison Square Garden in New York City.The first event will be held at the arena Thursday evening at around 6 p.m., with a guest list of about 100 people, sources familiar with the plans told ABC News earlier this week.Details about the event have been kept under wraps. On Friday, a second event will take place at the arena, starting around 4 p.m. with a cocktail hour, according to the sources. One thousand people are expected to be in attendance, the sources said, and the event isn't scheduled to end until 4 a.m. Saturday morning.The sources said both events will have a strict no-phone policy for everyone inside the venue, including guests, vendors and security personnel. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce attend Game Three between the New York Knicks and the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Rocket Arena, May 23, 2026, in Cleveland, Ohio.Gregory Shamus/Getty ImagesOutside of the venue, streets will be shut down. The sources said an event company has obtained permits to close portions of West 31st Street and West 33rd Street for the duration of the events. Streets will also be closed to both vehicles and pedestrians, according to the sources. For now, 7th and 8th Avenues are expected to remain open to pedestrians and traffic, they added.Singer Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs kiss during Game Three between the New York Knicks and the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Rocket Arena on May 23, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio.Jason Miller/Getty ImagesThose hoping to get a glimpse of attendees arriving at this week's events might be out of luck: the sources explained that tents and canopies will be set up to prevent the public from seeing those entering and exiting the venue. Multiple trucks were seen outside the arena earlier this week, leading up to the events, with workers loading in equipment with boxes labeled "Garden Party." Workers were also spotted rolling out a red carpet. Representatives for Swift and Kelce have not confirmed any details about the events.Swift and Kelce have been linked since 2023, when Kelce, a tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, attended one of Swift's Eras Tour shows at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, and tried to give Swift a friendship bracelet with his number on it.The "Love Story" singer attended her first Chiefs game in September 2023 and attended Super Bowl LVIII several months later to support Kelce as his team beat the San Francisco 49ers.The duo appeared to make their relationship Instagram official on July 24, 2025, when Kelce shared photos of the two spending time together in the NFL offseason. The pair shared news of their engagement on Aug. 26, 2025, in an Instagram post captioned, "Your English Teacher and your gym teacher are getting married 🧨." 

Jul 02, 2026
Lil Wayne Leaves Fans Stunned After Missing Tour Kickoff New

Lil Wayne Leaves Fans Stunned After Missing Tour Kickoff

Lil Wayne left fans outraged after he failed to take the stage at the opening night of his “20 Years of Carter Classics” tour Tuesday in Maine.The rapper, 43, was scheduled to headline the first stop of the tour at Bangor’s Maine Savings Amphitheater, but after opener 2 Chainz performed and a DJ kept the crowd entertained, Lil Wayne never appeared.His set had been scheduled to begin at 10:45 p.m., but by 11 p.m. the crowd was informed the show was over.Lil Wayne no-showed the opening night of his tour in Bangor, Maine, on Tuesday, leaving fans waiting. Getty ImagesNo explanation was given for why the Grammy winner missed the performance.Waterfront Concerts President Alex Gray apologized to the crowd, saying it was the first time something like this had happened in the company’s 251-show history, according to local station WABI.Gray said the venue requested a curfew extension from the city and did everything possible to make the concert happen.Fans didn’t hold back their disappointment.“Well, I came here for Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz, and it was the most terrible experience,” concertgoer Rita Sack told outlet. She said she drove more than six hours from Nova Scotia to attend the show.Opener 2 Chainz performed and a DJ filled time, but Lil Wayne never appeared despite being scheduled to headline. Getty ImagesMaine Savings Amphitheater in Bangor, Maine. Maine Savings Amphitheater¿ / Facebook“Never mind the money. It’s like, moments in life and that was going to be a moment,” she continued. “[My friend] left her six-month baby for the first time. Like, it’s people’s time. Just don’t waste people’s time.”“We paid for Lil Wayne. The least you can do is come out for a minute, apologize, you know?” Sack added. “Like, just take the moment and be like, ‘Hey guys, sorry, not feeling it, feeling a little sick.'”Lil Wayne — who was recently reported to be engaged to a woman in her 20s — also faced backlash online after posting unrelated content to X on Wednesday morning, with fans filling the comments to criticize him for skipping the concert.Fans who traveled hours for the concert voiced frustration after the rapper failed to take the stage. Getty Images“You’re a POS for wasting(sic) Bangors money!!!!” one person wrote.“I was front row at the Maine show! My fiancé and I were so excited to see you! It was a gift for her and you ruined the night by not showing up!” another responded.Later Wednesday night, Lil Wayne apologized to fans on Instagram and announced that the concert had been rescheduled for July 28.“My Maine fans, I’m so sorry,” he wrote. “Please hold on to your tickets, they will be honored for the rescheduled date. More information will be emailed directly to ticket holders.Lil Wayne later apologized on Instagram and announced the Bangor show would be rescheduled for July 28.“I ain’t s— without you. I can’t wait to come back and give you the show you deserve.”The rapper is currently scheduled to perform Thursday at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center in Saratoga Springs, NY, before heading to BankNH Pavilion in Guilford, NH, on Friday.The “20 Years of Carter Classics” tour is an extension of Lil Wayne’s 2025 “Tha Carter VI Tour” and is scheduled to run through October with additional stops in Chicago, Long Beach, Calif., Denver and Fort Worth, Texas. Community GuidelinesWelcome to the Page Six Community!Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas in a safe space.In order to do so, we've created a simple set of rules that will improve your experience.Simply put, keep it civil.Your post will/might be rejected if it contains: Spam Insults, profanity, incoherent, obscene or inflammatory language and threats of any kind Attacks on the identity of other commenters or the article's author User accounts will/might be blocked if we notice: Continuous attempts to re-post comments that have been previously moderated/rejected Racist, sexist, or homophobic comments Attempts or tactics that put the site security at risk So, how can you be a power user? Stay on topic and share your passion. Feel free to elaborate to get your point across. 'Like' or 'Dislike' when you are filled with emotions! Protect your community. Use the report tool to alert us when someone breaks the rules. Thanks for reading our community guidelines. Don't forget, freedom of speech is not the freedom of reach!

Jul 02, 2026
Lirim Ruhani's Tragic Passing Sparks Emotional Farewell in Prapashticë New

Lirim Ruhani's Tragic Passing Sparks Emotional Farewell in Prapashticë

07:19 | 2 Korrik 2026 Sot do të bëhet varrimi i Lirim Ruhanit, 25 vjeçarit që humbi jetën tragjikisht në Liqenin e Batllavës.Ceremonia mortore do të mbahet në fshatin Prapashticë, në rrugën “Naser Hasani”, me fillim nga ora 17:00.Trupi i pajetë i të riut u gjet dje, pas dy ditësh kërkimesh, pasi dyshohet se kishte rënë në ujë nga një mjet lundrues (anije).“Dhimbja jonë është e madhe, por kujtimi për Lirimin do të mbetet gjithmonë i gjallë në zemrat tona”, thuhet në njoftimin e familjes.LEXO EDHE:FSK gjen trupin e personit të zhdukur në Liqenin e Batllavës

Jul 02, 2026
Why Another Key Figure Resigned from LDK Amidst Tension New

Why Another Key Figure Resigned from LDK Amidst Tension

TBGazeta Minuti arbn · July 2, 2026 · Uncategorized Zhvillime të forta po tronditin radhët e Lidhja Demokratike e Kosovës. Burime brenda partisë bëjnë të ditur se një tjetër emër i njohur ka vendosur të japë dorëheqje, duke u larguar nga strukturat e partisë në një moment tensionesh të vazhdueshme dhe pakënaqësish të shumta pas zhvillimeve të fundit politike.Bëhet fjalë për një ish-kandidat për kryetar komune nga radhët e LDK-së, i cili mësohet se ka marrë vendimin për t’u tërhequr, duke thelluar edhe më shumë krizën e brendshme që po përfshin këtë subjekt politik.Ky largim vjen në një periudhë kur brenda LDK-së janë shtuar zërat kritikë ndaj lidershipit aktual, ndërsa përplasjet dhe pakënaqësitë në degë të ndryshme kanë nisur të dalin hapur në publik, duke sinjalizuar një situatë jo të qetë në partinë e themeluar nga Ibrahim Rugova. Related Articles

Jul 02, 2026
Shock in Suhareka: The Young Man Who Died After Lightning Strike New

Shock in Suhareka: The Young Man Who Died After Lightning Strike

09:31 | 2 Korrik 2026 E.K Suhareka është tronditur nga vdekja e papritur e të riut, Fatlind Bajselmani, i cili humbi jetën pasi u godit nga rrufeja në bjeshkët e Maqitevës.Ceremonia e varrimit do të mbahet sot në orën 17:00, në varrezat e fshatit Maqitevë, ku familjarë, miq dhe qytetarë do t’i japin lamtumirën e fundit.

Jul 02, 2026
Will Lumir Abdixhiku Face a No-Confidence Vote in LDK? New

Will Lumir Abdixhiku Face a No-Confidence Vote in LDK?

TBGazeta Minuti arbn · July 2, 2026 · Uncategorized Zhvillime të rëndësishme politike po përfliten në prapaskenat e Lidhja Demokratike e Kosovës, ku sipas informacioneve që qarkullojnë në qarqe të afërta me strukturat partiake, ka nisur një iniciativë për mbledhjen e nënshkrimeve nga delegatët e Kuvendit të partisë me synimin për thirrjen e një Kuvendi të Jashtëzakonshëm.Sipas këtij skenari, iniciativa është duke u zhvilluar mbi bazën e dispozitave statutare të partisë, të cilat parashohin qartë mundësinë që delegatët, nëse sigurojnë numrin e nevojshëm të mbështetjes, të kërkojnë organizimin e një kuvendi të jashtëzakonshëm për të diskutuar çështje madhore që lidhen me drejtimin dhe funksionimin e partisë.Burime jozyrtare pretendojnë se në rast të finalizimit të kësaj nisme, në rend dite mund të përfshihet edhe kërkesa për votë mosbesimi ndaj kryetarit aktual të partisë, Lumir Abdixhiku, duke e kthyer këtë në një nga zhvillimet më të forta politike të muajve të fundit.Kjo lëvizje, sipas zërave që po qarkullojnë, vjen pas një periudhe tensionesh dhe mospajtimesh të brendshme, ku thuhet se janë krijuar përplasje të vazhdueshme mes lidershipit aktual dhe figurave të rëndësishme qendrore të partisë, përfshirë debatet rreth vendimmarrjes, kursit politik dhe mënyrës së menaxhimit të zhvillimeve të fundit në skenën politike.Njohës të proceseve të brendshme partiake theksojnë se statuti i LDK-së është i qartë sa i përket mekanizmave demokratikë që delegatëve ua japin të drejtën për të kërkuar mbledhje të jashtëzakonshme, duke hapur rrugë për diskutime apo vendime të mëdha në rast se ekziston pakënaqësi e organizuar brenda strukturave.Nëse një zhvillim i tillë do të konkretizohej, ai do të mund të shënonte një moment vendimtar për të ardhmen politike të LDK-së, duke hapur debat të gjerë jo vetëm brenda partisë, por edhe në gjithë skenën politike në Kosovë.

Jul 02, 2026
Belgium's Dramatic Comeback Against Senegal Secures World Cup Spot New

Belgium's Dramatic Comeback Against Senegal Secures World Cup Spot

01:05 | 2 Korrik 2026 Belgjika ka siguruar kualifikimin në 1/8 e finales të Kupës së Botës, pasi mposhti Senegalin me rezultat 3:2 pas vazhdimeve, në një përballje dramatike të vlefshme për 1/16 e finales.Senegali kaloi i pari në epërsi me golin e Habib Diarras në minutën e 25-të, ndërsa Ismaila Sarr dyfishoi rezultatin në minutën e 51-të, duke e afruar skuadrën afrikane pranë kualifikimit.Megjithatë, Belgjika reagoi fuqishëm në fund të kohës së rregullt. Romelu Lukaku shënoi për 2:1 në minutën e 86-të, ndërsa vetëm tre minuta më vonë Youri Tielemans barazoi rezultatin në 2:2, duke e dërguar sfidën në vazhdime.Kur gjithçka po shkonte drejt penalltive, Belgjika fitoi një penallti në minutën e 120+5. Youri Tielemans u tregua i saktë nga pika e bardhë dhe realizoi golin e fitores për 3:2.Në 1/8 e finales, Belgjika pret fituesin e takimi ShBA – Bosnje Hercegovina./Arbresh.info

Jul 02, 2026