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Tragic Protest: Tibetan Man's Final Act Outside UN Captures Global Attention New

Tragic Protest: Tibetan Man's Final Act Outside UN Captures Global Attention

A Tibetan man protesting China’s occupation fatally set himself on fire outside the United Nations headquarters in Manhattan on Thursday evening, capturing the horrifying scene on livestreamed footage.The protester, identified by a friend as Lobga Rangzen, was dressed in full monastic garb when he planted a Tibetan flag on the sidewalk and then self-immolated along the busy street during the evening rush, according to the video.He scattered pieces of paper as he burned to death.Rangzen, who has lived in the US for about 20 years and worked as an Uber driver, crumbled to the ground less than a minute after he was engulfed in flames as passing cars honked their horns.An apparent protester set himself on fire outside New York City’s United Nations headquarters on Thursday. Obtained by the NY PostAbout 15 seconds later, a pair of first responders with fire extinguishers doused the flames. Rangzen, 42, was taken to Bellevue Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, police said.One witness, a 37-year-old man from New Jersey, said that he “just saw some smoke from over there, gushing up.”“It was a big flame with fire,” he continued, adding that he saw two officers from the UN put out the flames.“Thank god they were there, but it was too late man.”By the time first responders arrived, Rangzen’s breathing was so faint his survival seemed unlikely, the witness said.The incident occurred at 42nd Street and First Avenue, where an NYPD officer is seen holding a sign reading “China Out of Tibet.” William C Lopez/NY Post“He was too far gone.”Lobsang Paljor, a fellow Uber driver and friend of Rangzen, said he met Rangzen through their local Tibetan community and was shocked that he self-immoluted. Paljor said his friend embraced peaceful protests.“No, never aggression,” Paljor told The Post. “But he was always like, you know, peaceful protest, as always,” he continued.Paljor emphasized that Rongzen opposed the Chinese occupation and that he wanted “to have a complete, free Tibet.”Sources said Lobga Rangzen, the man who lit himself on fire, who was identified by a friend of his, did so at around 7 p.m. FacebookThe flag was still in place about an hour after the shocking display as cops investigated the scene.Police were spotted carrying the sheets of paper that Rongzen scattered, one of which said “CHINA OUT OF TIBET” — a slogan commonly associated with the Tibetan Independence Movement, or contemporary “Free Tibet” movement.Since March 2009, more than 150 people are known to have set themselves on fire in Tibet to protest what they describe as “Chinese occupation,” according to Free Tibet.The “Free Tibet” movement seeks to recapture sovereignty for the Tibet Autonomous Region, marked by the restoration of power to the Dalai Lama, the highest spiritual leader in Tibetan Buddhism.The protester was taken to Bellevue Hospital in grave condition. Obtained by the NY Post“Many of the protesters have shouted slogans while on fire, including calling for the Dalai Lama’s long life and his return to Tibet, for the Panchen Lama to be freed, and for human rights and freedom in Tibet,” Free Tibet says on its official website.“Severe punishments are handed out to those accused of assisting or encouraging the protesters or sharing information abroad,” Free Tibet continues.This movement challenges the region’s incorporation into China, which followed the Seventeen Point Agreement in May 1951 — an accord that sought to establish a peaceful transition while the People’s Liberation Army moved into the region.The Tibet flag was still on display about an hour after the shocking incident occurred. William C Lopez/NY PostDuring the 1990s, the movement gained international visibility through the “Tibetan Freedom Concerts” held in the United States, featuring prominent bands such as U2, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Rage Against the Machine.Prior to the Chinese Communist Party’s rise to power during the Republic of China era, Tibet functioned with de facto autonomy and maintained its own distinct administrative structures.While many individuals who choose self-immolation are not formally affiliated with Tibetan Buddhist monastic orders — with many coming from secular professions — these public displays remain a significant form of both political and religious resistance.

Jul 03, 2026
Jerry O'Connell's Twins Turn Heads with Their Striking Resemblance New

Jerry O'Connell's Twins Turn Heads with Their Striking Resemblance

Jerry O’Connell and Rebecca Romijn’s twin daughters are the spitting image of their parents as they stepped out for a rare red carpet outing.In a Wednesday Instagram post, the “Tomcats” star, 52, posed alongside his twins, Charlie and Dolly, 17, while at the premiere of his new film “Summer’s Last Resort.”O’Connell — standing in the middle of his girls — wore a white shirt tucked into tan khakis and a blue blazer, while Charlie donned a long-sleeve green dress and Dolly opted for a white halter dress with silver hardware.The “Scream 2” actor captioned his post, “Summer’s Last Resort ( @tubi 7/3) screening w/ these two…”Jerry O’Connell and Rebecca Romijn’s twins, Charlie and Dolly, look just like their parents while at the premiere of their dad’s new film “Summer’s Last Resort” on Wednesday (as pictured here). mrjerryoc/InstagramFans were quick to comment how much the duo (pictured here with their dad) looks like the actor and actress. mrjerryoc/InstagramFans quickly flocked to the comments section to gush over the twins’ resemblance to their mom and dad.“Absolutely stunning one looks like the mom and the other looks like the dad!!! Just beautiful daughters,” one follower wrote, while a second chimed in, “Beautiful. The blonde looks just like her mother and the brunette resembles Jerry.”Rounding out the sweet messages, a third social media user added, “They are gorgeous. Rebecca got her mini me and you got your mini me only female version. ♥️.”O’Connell and Romijn, 53, tied the knot in July 2007.“Beautiful. The blonde looks just like her mother and the brunette resembles Jerry,” one follower wrote about the girls (pictured here with their parents in 2025). rebeccaromijn/Instagram“They are gorgeous. Rebecca got her mini me and you got your mini me only female version. ♥️,” another person wrote about the twins (pictured here with their mom in 2025). rebeccaromijn/InstagramIn May, while on “Live with Kelly and Mark,” the “Stand by Me” star recalled his mom, Linda O’Connell, telling him that she would cover for him if he didn’t want to go through with the wedding.The engaged couple spent the eve of their nuptials at their respective parents’ house, and the next day, the actor’s mom told him if he didn’t feel comfortable marrying the actress, he didn’t “have to do this.”Jerry impersonated Linda, sounding like a mob boss, adding, “You don’t gotta do this! I’m just sayin’! You can, if you want… You can go to the airport — no questions. We’ll cover for you. It’s okay. You sure about this? She’s a beautiful girl, she’s very nice, but you sure about this?”O’Connell and Romijn tied the knot in July 2007 before welcoming their girls (pictured here in 2025) in 2008. rebeccaromijn/InstagramIn 2020, the “Scream 2” star (pictured here with his family in 2025) said being a girl dad was “interesting” since he never grew up with sisters. mrjerryoc/InstagramNow, Jerry’s mother loves “everything” about Romijn, with Linda agreeing, “I do.”After the wedding, the lovebirds welcomed Charlie and Dolly in 2008.Last year, Romijn opened up about parenting duties, sharing on “Andy Cohen Live” that they decided from the start that “one of [them] would always stay home with” Charlie and Dolly.Last year, the actress, (pictured here with her family in 2017) shared that her and her husband agreed years ago that one parent would always be home with the girls. FilmMagic“No one else is ever going to raise them besides us,” the model (pictured here with her family in 2017) noted. Bruce Glikas“No one else is ever going to raise them besides us,” Romijn — who was previously married to John Stamos from 1998 to 2005 — expressed.In 2020, Jerry called being a girl dad “interesting.”“I never had sisters so it is a little different,” he admitted. 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 03, 2026
Why Trump's New Plan Targets 'Birth Tourism' in the U.S. New

Why Trump's New Plan Targets 'Birth Tourism' in the U.S.

The Supreme Court’s ruling on birthright citizenship Tuesday may have resolved key constitutional questions.Still, the Trump administration says it is continuing to explore measures aimed at limiting so-called “birth tourism.”Now, the Trump administration has unveiled a “Plan B” to help address the issue.Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said the administration believes it has the authority to deny entry to women traveling to the United States late in their pregnancies if officials determine the trip is intended primarily to secure U.S. citizenship for a child.Mullin said the policy is intended to address both health and national security concerns, the Washington Times reported.Advertisement Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said the Justice Department also plans to intensify enforcement against companies that organize or facilitate “birth tourism.”According to Blanche, federal authorities will target businesses that advise pregnant women on how to obtain visas or evade scrutiny from U.S. consular and border officials.“Everybody should agree that it’s a violation of our laws if your intent in coming here if you’re pregnant is to have a child that’s a U.S. citizen,” Blanche told reporters on Wednesday.He added that birth tourism is a “booming industry.”Immigration advocates hailed the Supreme Court’s 5-4 ruling, but Mullin echoed Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito’s concerns about it impacting, potentially, national security.“This is truly a national security risk,” he said on Fox News.In a dissenting opinion, Alito argued that birthright citizenship could create national security concerns in certain circumstances.He suggested that citizens of adversarial nations could travel to the United States to give birth before returning home to raise U.S.-citizen children in countries hostile to American interests.Immigration experts have long identified China as one of the countries associated with organized “birth tourism,” in which pregnant women travel to the United States to give birth before returning to their home country.However, the overall number of births resulting from organized birth tourism remains unknown.The Supreme Court’s ruling applies to children born in the United States to both temporary legal visitors and immigrants who are in the country unlawfully.According to the most recent estimates from the Pew Research Center, approximately 245,000 babies were born in 2023 to parents who were both living in the United States without legal status.The research group also estimated that roughly 15,000 children were born to mothers who were in the country legally on a temporary basis while the fathers did not have permanent legal status.That latter category includes a range of temporary residents, such as international students and guest workers, in addition to any individuals who may have traveled to the United States specifically to give birth.But, it does happen, the Times noted.Justice Department attorneys told the Supreme Court that hundreds of businesses advertise or facilitate birth tourism services for foreign clients seeking to give birth in the United States.In one case cited by the department, federal prosecutors targeted USA Happy Baby Inc., which operated what authorities described as a “maternity house” in Rancho Cucamonga, California.According to court records, the company rented apartments to pregnant Chinese women who traveled to the United States to give birth before returning to China several weeks later.Prosecutors alleged that the company’s operators instructed clients to misrepresent the purpose and length of their trips when applying for U.S. visas.Court filings also allege that clients were advised to conceal their pregnancies from border officials by wearing loose-fitting clothing, minimizing how far along they were if questioned, and following other fraudulent strategies designed to avoid additional scrutiny.According to the DOJ, the company charged some clients as much as $100,000 for premium birth tourism services.Beyond addressing birth tourism, the Trump administration has continued to prioritize broader immigration enforcement.The Department of Homeland Security says it has reduced illegal border crossings while expanding efforts to remove immigrants who are in the United States unlawfully.Administration officials have described the strategy as a focus on stronger border security combined with increased interior immigration enforcement and deportation operations.This article may contain commentary which reflects the author's opinion.

Jul 03, 2026
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Wedding Rehearsal Decor Stuns Fans New

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Wedding Rehearsal Decor Stuns Fans

Fans got a sneak peek at Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s wedding rehearsal dinner decor on Thursday.In photos obtained by Page Six, large floral arrangements were seen being brought inside New York City’s Madison Square Garden, where the power couple is celebrating ahead of their massive reception.The flowers, surrounded by greenery, appeared to be large blooms in a peachy orange hue.Footage shared on social media showed the venue lit up in soft pink lights, with dusty rose curtains hanging around. Photographers snapped a first look at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s rehearsal dinner decor on Thursday evening, as seen above. Brian Prahl / SplashNews.comWorkers could be seen inside Madison Square Garden overseeing massive floral arrangements. Brian Prahl / SplashNews.comWorkers in everyday attire could be seen overseeing the installation of the decor ahead of the event.The romantic garden vibe echoes Swift and Kelce’s now-famous flower-filled engagement last August, which was held in the backyard of the NFL star’s Leawood, Kansas estate.“Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married 🧨,” they captioned photos from the proposal. The first glimpse of the long-awaited rehearsal dinner comes as A-listers — including Gigi Hadid, Bradley Cooper, and Selena Gomez — were seen making their way to the iconic venue for the event.Photos revealed bunches of blooms in an orange hue. Brian Prahl / SplashNews.comPhotos and social media showed MSG lit up in pink on Thursday evening, as seen here. GC ImagesThe lighting matched the coloring of rose colored drapes being hung around the venue. GC ImagesThe latest on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding Who’s making Taylor Swift’s wedding dress? As a longtime Swiftie and style expert, here are my best guesses Here’s what Travis Kelce will wear to marry Taylor Swift, according to his ‘tailor before Taylor’ Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s wedding guests face brutal travel delays before MSG nuptials How Travis Kelce is spending final days before massive Taylor Swift wedding Taylor Swift enlists help of one of her favorite NYC restaurants for wedding In photos exclusively obtained by Page Six on Thursday afternoon, the “Silver Linings” playbook star, 51, wore a classic dark suit while stepping into a gray SUV, which was occupied by Swift’s pal Ashley Avignone in the front passenger seat, and Hadid, 31, in the backseat out of view.Gomez — who Page Six previously reported is expected to be a bridesmaid for the “Opalite” hitmaker — shared selfies from the back of a vehicle while en route to the venue.The Disney Channel alum modeled a black floral lace gown, amping up the look with diamond earrings.The groom’s mom, Donna Kelce, was seen arriving in New York City on Thursday for the festivities, as well.Swift, seen above with Kelce in 2024, was spotted arriving in her SUV earlier in the day. Janet Mayer / SplashNews.comThe florals echoed Swift and Kelce’s flower-filled engagement, as seen above. Instagram/ Taylor SwiftThe couple, pictured here in March, are expected to have a huge celebration at MSG on Friday. Billboard via Getty ImagesAs the multi-day event heated up in the Big Apple, photographers snapped security team members sporting blue wristbands outside Madison Square Garden, and massive drapes being hung around the venue.Swift herself was seen entering the venue — behind cover of her SUV — shortly before 4:00 p.m this afternoon.The “Life of a Showgirl” songstress and Kansas City Chiefs tight end are already “legally married,” a source exclusively divulged to Page Six on Thursday. They’re expected to head back to MSG tomorrow for a much larger celebration, to which 1,000 guests are said to be invited. 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 03, 2026
Selena Gomez Steals the Show with $40K Diamonds at Swift's Rehearsal Dinner New

Selena Gomez Steals the Show with $40K Diamonds at Swift's Rehearsal Dinner

Selena Gomez shared two selfie videos on her Instagram Story ahead of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding rehearsal dinner Thursday. Instagram/ Selena GomezSelena Gomez is sparkling.The 33-year-old singer gave fans a glimpse at her look for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s rehearsal dinner at Madison Square Garden Thursday evening, posting a few selfies from the back of her car while en route to the venue.Gomez wore a black floral lace dress and accessorized with plenty of diamonds, including a pair of drop earrings and a ring from Fernando Jorge.She selected the brand’s Flicker earrings, which feature 1.92 carats of pear-cut diamonds and retail for $29,000, with the matching Flicker ring worth $11,000.The actress wore a black lace dress and accessorized with diamond drop earrings and a matching ring. Instagram/ Selena GomezShe swiped on a lip gloss from her own Rare Beauty brand. Instagram/ Selena GomezThe star also swiped on a glossy lip color — apparently a forthcoming drop from her own Rare Beauty brand — to complement her smokey eyeshadow.It’s no surprise that Swift’s BFF would be one of the 100 guests at the intimate event, which is taking place at the same location where the couple is set to throw an enormous party Friday night; Page Six exclusively reported earlier in the day that Gomez is set to be a bridesmaid.Her Fernando Jorge drop earrings feature almost 2 carats of diamonds and retail for $29,000. Fernando JorgeThe matching ring is set with similar pear-shaped stones. Fernando JorgeThe latest on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding Who’s making Taylor Swift’s wedding dress? As a longtime Swiftie and style expert, here are my best guesses Here’s what Travis Kelce will wear to marry Taylor Swift, according to his ‘tailor before Taylor’ Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s wedding guests face brutal travel delays before MSG nuptials How Travis Kelce is spending final days before massive Taylor Swift wedding Taylor Swift enlists help of one of her favorite NYC restaurants for wedding She’s among A-list company at tonight’s smaller celebration, with Jack Antonoff, Bradley Cooper, Gigi Hadid, Erin Andrews and more also invited.Swift was also a guest at Gomez’s September 2025 wedding to Benny Blanco, dressed in a gold Oscar de la Renta gown with floral appliqués.With the big wedding bash set for tomorrow, July 3, we’re anxious to see what Gomez and other potential bridesmaids might wear for the occasion. 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 03, 2026
Jack Smith Raises Alarms Over 'Attack on Rule of Law' in U.S. New

Jack Smith Raises Alarms Over 'Attack on Rule of Law' in U.S.

The United States is facing an "attack on the rule of law that is different in kind and scope to anything I've seen in my lifetime," the special counsel who brought charges against Donald Trump after his first term said Thursday.Former special counsel Jack Smith told MS Now that judges can't trust the Justice Department as it's been reconstituted under the current Trump administration."That's happening every day. And so regardless of what you think politically, they're just not effective at doing their job anymore," Smith said of the DOJ."They've jettisoned expertise. We have a situation where we've got rid of people who know how to protect our national security. And we think that that's somehow not going to have an effect on our national security," he said.Smith also said that people inside the Justice Department are being "victimized" and "demonized" for doing their jobs. "We've seen so many times in these retribution cases where prosecutors wouldn't be a part of it," Smith said. "Prosecutors in Minnesota were like, I'm not going to investigate the family member of a shooting victim. I'm not doing that," Smith said in reference to shootings earlier this year by members of Immigration and Customs Enforcement carrying out the administration's immigration crackdown."Prosecutors wouldn't go through with retribution prosecutions," Smith said.Special Prosecutor Jack Smith walks away after addressing reporters after his grand jury has issued more indictments of former President Donald Trump, in Washington, D.C., Aug. 23, 2023.Bill O'Leary/The Washington Post via Getty ImagesThe former special counsel said there are also costs to the sweeping pardons Trump granted for those convicted in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol."There's the obvious cost of recidivism. These are people who committed their crimes in the name and in the interest of Donald Trump, and he's returned the favor by pardoning them," Smith said."That sends one message to them; a message I'm equally concerned about is the message that it sends to law enforcement," he said.Smith said that is "just plain wrong."As a result, he said, he is "very concerned" about the integrity of the upcoming midterm elections.Popular Reads"The people who perpetrated Jan. 6 have probably learned from how they did that," he said.Smith charged Trump in 2023 with undertaking a "criminal scheme" to overturn the results of the 2020 election in order to remain in power, and with mishandling classified materials after leaving the White House in 2021.Trump pleaded not guilty to all charges in both cases, before both cases were dropped following Trump's reelection due to the Justice Department's long-standing policy barring the prosecution of a sitting president, after a federal judge tossed the classified documents case on the grounds that Smith's appointment was unconstitutional."We did this case the way I've done cases throughout my career, same investigative techniques, same use of the tools that a federal prosecutor has," Smith said, adding that there was "no predetermined outcome" in his decision-making as special counsel. "That just that contrasts to what we're seeing today, where there is a predetermined outcome, process doesn't matter, and we just have to find a way to get to that outcome," Smith said, referencing the DOJ's recent cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James that were dismissed because the appointment of the U.S. attorney who brought the indictments was deemed invalid."The only reasonable explanation is the president has it out for these people," Smith said. "And he has people who are his former personal lawyers who are going to do what he says, regardless of the facts or law."After it was announced that a major law firm was representing Smith, the Justice Department targeted the firm by stripping Smith and attorneys representing him of their security clearances. "As soon as that becomes public, the president and the Justice Department target that law firm, and they do it because they don't want me to have counsel. They don't want to have anyone represent me," he said.The law firm stood by Smith, he said.Smith said he doesn't think about being indicted and said he is focusing on supporting the people who worked with him. A spokesperson for the Justice Department did not immediately respond to a request for comment from ABC News.

Jul 03, 2026
Jack Smith Speaks Out: The DOJ Crisis Under Trump's Influence New

Jack Smith Speaks Out: The DOJ Crisis Under Trump's Influence

The United States is facing an "attack on the rule of law that is different in kind and scope to anything I've seen in my lifetime," the special counsel who brought charges against Donald Trump after his first term said Thursday.Former special counsel Jack Smith told MS Now that judges can't trust the Justice Department as it's been reconstituted under the current Trump administration."That's happening every day. And so regardless of what you think politically, they're just not effective at doing their job anymore," Smith said of the DOJ."They've jettisoned expertise. We have a situation where we've got rid of people who know how to protect our national security. And we think that that's somehow not going to have an effect on our national security," he said.Smith also said that people inside the Justice Department are being "victimized" and "demonized" for doing their jobs. "We've seen so many times in these retribution cases where prosecutors wouldn't be a part of it," Smith said. "Prosecutors in Minnesota were like, I'm not going to investigate the family member of a shooting victim. I'm not doing that," Smith said in reference to shootings earlier this year by members of Immigration and Customs Enforcement carrying out the administration's immigration crackdown."Prosecutors wouldn't go through with retribution prosecutions," Smith said.Special Prosecutor Jack Smith walks away after addressing reporters after his grand jury has issued more indictments of former President Donald Trump, in Washington, D.C., Aug. 23, 2023.Bill O'Leary/The Washington Post via Getty ImagesThe former special counsel said there are also costs to the sweeping pardons Trump granted for those convicted in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol."There's the obvious cost of recidivism. These are people who committed their crimes in the name and in the interest of Donald Trump, and he's returned the favor by pardoning them," Smith said."That sends one message to them; a message I'm equally concerned about is the message that it sends to law enforcement," he said.Smith said that is "just plain wrong."As a result, he said, he is "very concerned" about the integrity of the upcoming midterm elections.Popular Reads"The people who perpetrated Jan. 6 have probably learned from how they did that," he said.Smith charged Trump in 2023 with undertaking a "criminal scheme" to overturn the results of the 2020 election in order to remain in power, and with mishandling classified materials after leaving the White House in 2021.Trump pleaded not guilty to all charges in both cases, before both cases were dropped following Trump's reelection due to the Justice Department's long-standing policy barring the prosecution of a sitting president, after a federal judge tossed the classified documents case on the grounds that Smith's appointment was unconstitutional."We did this case the way I've done cases throughout my career, same investigative techniques, same use of the tools that a federal prosecutor has," Smith said, adding that there was "no predetermined outcome" in his decision-making as special counsel. "That just that contrasts to what we're seeing today, where there is a predetermined outcome, process doesn't matter, and we just have to find a way to get to that outcome," Smith said, referencing the DOJ's recent cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James that were dismissed because the appointment of the U.S. attorney who brought the indictments was deemed invalid."The only reasonable explanation is the president has it out for these people," Smith said. "And he has people who are his former personal lawyers who are going to do what he says, regardless of the facts or law."After it was announced that a major law firm was representing Smith, the Justice Department targeted the firm by stripping Smith and attorneys representing him of their security clearances. "As soon as that becomes public, the president and the Justice Department target that law firm, and they do it because they don't want me to have counsel. They don't want to have anyone represent me," he said.The law firm stood by Smith, he said.Smith said he doesn't think about being indicted and said he is focusing on supporting the people who worked with him. A spokesperson for the Justice Department did not immediately respond to a request for comment from ABC News.

Jul 03, 2026
Dick Van Dyke's Rare Outing with Wife Sparks Conversation New

Dick Van Dyke's Rare Outing with Wife Sparks Conversation

Dick Van Dyke was seen using a walker while strolling with his wife, Arlene Silver.In photos obtained by Page Six, the pair went for a walk in Los Angeles Tuesday and stopped by a Starbucks to grab some refreshments.For the rare outing, Van Dyke, 100, wore dark blue sweatpants and a white collared shirt. Silver, 54, sported a black, off-the-shoulder graphic shirt with black pants.Dick Van Dyke was seen using a walker while taking a stroll with his wife, Arlene Silver, on Tuesday. BACKGRIDThe couple went for a stroll in Los Angeles and stopped by a Starbucks drive-thru to grab some refreshments. BACKGRIDAt one point, Silver assisted her husband in getting out of their car and transitioning to the walker. The couple was last seen in April at the opening of Malibu Urgent Care — where the Disney legend was spotted dancing and happily chatting.During the event, Van Dyke used a cane as he sat beside iconic musician Herb Alpert. Silver also joined him for the outing. The couple tied the knot in 2012, with the “Mary Poppins” star crediting the makeup artists for keeping him young.For the rare outing, Van Dyke wore dark blue sweatpants and a white shirt. BACKGRIDHis wife assisted him with his walker as he got out of their car. BACKGRID“I met Arlene in 2006 and she quickly became my soulmate and the love of my life,” he said during an interview with “Good Morning America” last December.“Without question, our ongoing romance is the most important reason I have not withered away into a hermetic grouch.”He also noted that at “half [his] age,” she makes him feel “somewhere between two thirds and three quarters [his] age.”The duo met in 2006 and wed six years later. BACKGRIDThe 100-year-old has credited the makeup artist for keeping him young, especially as he reached his milestone birthday last December. BACKGRIDDuring the sitdown, the six-time Emmy winner also revealed that he isn’t “afraid” of death as he reached his milestone birthday. According to the “Dick Van Dyke Show” star, “some people are afraid of death” because they think the person dying is “aware” of what’s happening.“Death doesn’t really frighten me,” he said, “although I’d like a lot more life!” 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 03, 2026
Why House Conservatives Are Defying Leadership Over the SAVE America Act New

Why House Conservatives Are Defying Leadership Over the SAVE America Act

The House remained largely at a standstill Tuesday after more than a dozen conservative Republicans continued blocking legislative business in protest over the stalled SAVE America Act.The group of holdouts, including Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., voted against a key procedural measure, preventing the House from moving forward with legislation.Their opposition came after GOP leaders were forced to delay several votes the previous week.The standoff brought much of the chamber’s work to a halt as House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., sought to advance several Republican priorities before lawmakers were scheduled to begin their recess, Fox News reported.Advertisement “Amid the impasse, House GOP leadership scrapped votes for the rest of the week, allowing lawmakers to leave Washington and begin the July 4 recess early,” Fox added.Lawmakers voted 198-224 against advancing a package of legislation, bringing House business to a halt. The procedural vote covered several measures, including a must-pass defense authorization bill that Republican leaders plan to pair with the SAVE America Act.Fourteen Republicans joined Democrats in voting against the rule, preventing the legislation from moving forward.The GOP holdouts included Luna and Reps. Max Miller, R-Ohio, Eric Burlison, R-Mo., Tim Burchett, R-Tenn., Andy Harris, R-Md., Randy Fine, R-Fla., Chip Roy and Keith Self, R-Texas, Eli Crane, R-Ariz., Victoria Spartz, R-Ind, Thomas Massie, R-Ky., and Lauren Boebert, R-Colo., Fox noted.Rep. Mike Turner, R-Ohio, also voted against the procedural measure, though his opposition was reportedly tied to separate concerns about the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-La., switched his vote at the end of the roll call, a procedural move that allows Republican leaders to bring the measure back for another vote.With Republicans holding only a narrow House majority, Johnson could afford to lose only a small number of GOP defections.The conservative lawmakers continued their floor protest despite President Donald Trump’s public call for them to end the standoff.In a Truth Social post last week, Trump urged the group to stop what he described as “grandstanding,” while Johnson criticized the strategy as “self-defeating” for advancing the Republican legislative agenda.“It doesn’t make any sense,” Johnson told reporters Monday. “We have to move forward with legislation and that’s what I’ll be telling them all.”Johnson was seen in a tense discussion with Luna and several of the Republican holdouts shortly before the procedural vote failed, Fox reported.In an effort to win over conservative lawmakers, Johnson employed a rare procedural tactic this week to revive the Trump-backed SAVE America Act, which has remained stalled in the Senate for months amid Democratic opposition.Republican leaders proposed attaching the act to the annual NDAA before sending the combined package to the Senate.The House has already approved a standalone version of the SAVE America Act, but Johnson has argued that pairing it with the traditionally bipartisan defense bill could improve its chances of advancing in the Senate.“Let’s just have the full bill that’s still sitting there and has been transmitted to the Senate, let’s send it again, but put it as part of something that we hope and believe will be a bipartisan vote in both chambers, and that Democrats in the Senate will understand,” Johnson said during a leadership press conference on Tuesday.The Republican holdouts have repeatedly pressed House leadership to use every available legislative tool to force the Senate to take up the SAVE America Act, which President Trump has described as one of his top legislative priorities.Before Tuesday’s vote, many of the conservatives signaled they would oppose Johnson’s strategy, arguing that pairing the election measure with the defense bill would not require the Senate to act on the voter integrity measure, Fox reported.This article may contain commentary which reflects the author's opinion.

Jul 03, 2026
Protester Shocks NYC by Setting Himself on Fire at UN New

Protester Shocks NYC by Setting Himself on Fire at UN

A protester with a Tibetan flag set himself on fire outside the United Nations headquarters in Manhattan on Thursday evening, according to sources.The man was captured on UN surveillance footage planting the flag on a sidewalk at East 43rd Street and First Avenue before self-immolating around 7 p.m., the sources said. An apparent protester set himself on fire outside New York City’s United Nations headquarters on Thursday. William C Lopez/NY Post The incident occurred at 42nd Street and First Avenue, where an NYPD officer is seen holding a sign reading “China Out of Tibet.” William C Lopez/NY PostHe was taken to Bellevue Hospital in grave condition.The flag was still in place about an hour after the shocking display as cops investigated the scene.This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

Jul 03, 2026
Presidential Fitness Test's Return Sparks Debate on Kids' Health Impact New

Presidential Fitness Test's Return Sparks Debate on Kids' Health Impact

The Trump administration launched the return of the Presidential Physical Fitness Test this week with Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. participating in fitness activities with a youth organization.It comes after President Donald Trump signed an executive order last year reestablishing the President's Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition."We must address the threat to the vitality and longevity of our country that is posed by America's declining health and physical fitness," the executive order reads.Some kinesiology experts told ABC News they support the administration's efforts to promote fitness. They question, however, whether a fitness test alone will be enough to move the needle on physical activity and exercise."I'm a big believer that anything that raises the discussion on children moving and being active and being fit is a good thing," Jackie Goodway, a professor in the department of kinesiology at Michigan State University, told ABC News. "I think President Trump releasing this focus is a really good thing ... but I think, for me personally, the critique of [the test] outweighs the benefits of it."STOCK PHOTO/AdobeBenefits of physical activityThe origins of the Presidential Physical Fitness Test date back to 1958 when the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (AAHPER) established the Youth Fitness Project, which introduced the first standardized national fitness test in the U.S.The original test consisted of pull-ups for boys and modified pull-ups for girls, sit-ups, a shuttle run, standing long jump, 50-yard dash and softball throw for distance, with a 600-yard walk-run being added later.In 1966, then-President Lyndon B. Johnson established the Presidential Physical Fitness Award Program for youth who scored above the 85th percentile on all seven test items of the AAHPER Youth Fitness Test.The test underwent several modifications before it was retired in 2012 under the Obama administration with the President's Council launching the Presidential Youth Fitness Program, described as a comprehensive school-based program that promotes health and regular physical activity among American youth.The Presidential Physical Fitness Test is just one of many physical fitness tests that students may take in school.The kinesiology experts told ABC News that movement and physical activity are critical for children. Children who are more active have a healthier weight and may have a lower risk of developing conditions including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease or some cancers, research has shown.Additionally, children who are more physically activity tend to be at lower risk for depression and anxiety symptoms.Studies and meta-analyses have also shown that kids who are more active have better academic outcomes."A brain is built through movement and so one of the things we know is that children who have less opportunities to move as infants don't develop the executive function, the cognitive development in the same ways that other children do who are more active," Goodway said.Issues with the testPopular ReadsThe Presidential Physical Fitness Test has previously yielded negative results among some students, according to Goodway. When she has asked adults about their memories of the test, some loved it but others hated it, she said.For students who were less athletic, there's some public humiliation involved with the test, Goodway noted."When you think about a math test and English test, it's private failure. If you don't do very well on a test, the teacher knows and you know, but the rest of your classmates don't know," Goodway said. "But if you come in last in the mile run and everybody's laughing at you, it's public humiliation."2026 Presidential Physical Fitness Test.The White House Other health-related physical fitness tests discuss getting an individual into a healthy fitness zone, but the Presidential Physical Fitness Test has individuals competing against their peers, Goodway said.She said kids would be more incentivized to engage in regular physical activity if they were beating their own records rather than competing against other kids."Ideally what you would want to see is kids competing against themselves," she said. "The next time I do this, can I get a little faster in my mile run? Can I jump a little further?"Chad Killian, an assistant professor of kinesiology at the University of New Hampshire, said students are not getting enough time on physical education (PE) in schools every week.Killian is part of a group surveying PE teachers about the amount of physical activity opportunities available in their schools.The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine recommend 150 minutes of PE per week in elementary school and 225 minutes of PE per week for middle school and high school.The group found that many kids are getting much less than the recommended time, according to Killian."When I was a PE teacher in elementary school it was once a week for 30 minutes," he told ABC News. "So that's 36 times in a school year ... how can we expect kids to learn when they don't have time to learn right?"Killian went on, "If you're not going to give kids that time to learn and develop fitness, you shouldn't be assessing fitness. It's just inappropriate."He and Goodway said the success of the Presidential Physical Fitness Test depends on how it is implemented and should involve components such as practicing throughout the year or having teacher involvement."When I did it as a teacher, we did it together," he said. "We'll do it together and encourage each other ... there are good and bad ways to do fitness testing."

Jul 02, 2026
Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper's Unexpected Arrival at Swift-Kelce Rehearsal New

Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper's Unexpected Arrival at Swift-Kelce Rehearsal

Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid were spotted heading to Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s wedding rehearsal dinner at Madison Square Garden on Thursday evening. In photos exclusively obtained by Page Six, the “Silver Linings Playbook” star wore a traditional suit and vest with sunglasses, and smiled broadly for photographers while standing outside an SUV.He appeared to be carrying a wallet and eventually was snapped stepping into the vehicle. Bradley Cooper was seen heading to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s rehearsal dinner at MSG on Thursday, as seen above. rosNYC / BACKGRID for Page SixGirlfriend Gigi Hadid was said to be in the backseat of a gray SUV, as seen above. rosNYC / BACKGRID for Page SixThe supermodel, meanwhile, was said to be in the backseat of the gray vehicle after leaving her New York City home for the celebration. Swift’s close pal Ashley Avignone, dressed it what appeared to be dark colored formalwear, occupied the front passenger seat. The sighting comes as buzz ramps up for the wedding of the year. He wore a traditional dark colored suit. rosNYC / BACKGRID for Page SixCooper carried what appeared to be a wallet while stepping into the vehicle, in which Hadid was said to be seated in the back. rosNYC / BACKGRID for Page SixThe latest on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding Here’s what Travis Kelce will wear to marry Taylor Swift, according to his ‘tailor before Taylor’ Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s wedding guests face brutal travel delays before MSG nuptials How Travis Kelce is spending final days before massive Taylor Swift wedding Taylor Swift enlists help of one of her favorite NYC restaurants for wedding On Thursday, Page Six exclusively reported that the “Cruel Summer” songstress and Kansas City Chiefs tight end have already tied the knot in private and will hold their reception tomorrow, per multiple sources. “They are already married,” one source told us, while a Nashville insider insisted people there are speculating the power couple “already got legally married.” An exclusive guest list for the rehearsal dinner includes, along with Hadid and Cooper, publicist Tree Paine, Jack Antonoff and his sister, Swift’s childhood pal Abigail Anderson, and sports reporter Erin Andrews and her husband, former NHL player Jarret Stoll.Swift’s pal Ashley Avignone could be seen in the front passenger seat, as pictured above. BrosNYC / BACKGRID for Page SixAvignone wore what appeared to be dark colored formalwear. rosNYC / BACKGRID for Page SixSigns of the massive event continued to unfold amid New York City’s heat wave on Thursday, with red curtains going up at the famed venue. Security was also seen outside the arena wearing blue wristbands. Prior to the Oscar nominee and model arriving for Thursday’s rehearsal dinner, Swift’s SUV was seen arriving at the venue, shortly before 4:00 p.m. This is a developing story… 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