It's really hard to put into words honestly. I think we felt like it was such a victory when it passed the house. There was really this sense of momentum and energy and we were very excited but we were also stealing ourselves get because we believed that there would be a long road ahead of us with trying to get it to the floor of the Senate and then getting it passed the Senate.So to to hear, you know, at this moment when we were coming together honoring honoring survivors, you know, more generally and then ...

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Public Opinion & Political Strategy - Polling data suggests approximately 75% of Americans may not initially favor the White House East Wing demolition, but it's not a top concern compared to issues like economic policies [6] - Focusing on the demolition might be a trap for Democrats, as Americans are more concerned with issues like tariffs and economic hardship [7][8] - Democrats could focus on the lack of oversight and accountability in the decision-making process regarding the demolition [8][9] - The destruction of Confederate monuments resonated with the American public, suggesting that the White House demolition could also capture public attention if framed effectively [14][15] Historical & Symbolic Significance - The East Wing holds historical significance as a space dedicated to first ladies and their public lives [1][10] - The demolition occurred without proper permitting or adherence to historical processes [4] - The role and influence of first ladies, who wield significant power and influence, should not be diminished by focusing solely on the building [10][11] Communication & Preservation - There could have been better communication regarding the reasons for the demolition and plans to preserve or recreate elements of the East Wing, potentially in partnership with a museum [12][13] - A detailed scan of the East Wing was mentioned, but the implications for preservation are unclear [13]

On September the 7th, 1812, two great armies gathered on the fields near a small Russian village called Borodino. It was just west of Moscow. Napoleon's troops advanced from the west while Russian forces dug in to face them.History would remember the subsequent battle of Borodino as one of the bloodiest single days of combat in the Napoleonic Wars. The moment that the French invasion of Russia began to unravel. A half a century later, Leo Toltoy, a veteran of war himself, sat down to write about that event. ...

Chicago has long been one of Donald Trump's favorite targets. At this point, it is frankly difficult to keep track of all of the ways he is trying to intimidate that city. I mean, just today, the Trump administration announced that it plans to claw back $2.1% billion in federal funding for Chicago's desperately needed infrastructure projects. And those cuts come as Trump continues to threaten to deploy National Guard troops onto the streets of Chicago. Federal agents are already on the ground there openly c ...

Well, join me right now. We have Arizona Congresswoman Yasame Nanssari. She is on the Oversight, Education, and Natural Resources Committees.Welcome back to the broadcast. I know that you have lawmakers on both sides of the aisle, including Alexandria Kaz Cortez, also Nancy Mace. They are cancelling appearances. They are beefing up security after this killing.Do you share their fears and concerns. >> I absolutely share their fears and concerns. I think all of us here in Congress and elected officials across ...

Joining us a member of the House Oversight Committee, Congresswoman Yasiman Ansari, who is a Democrat from Arizona. So, um, your colleagues, Congresswoman Roana, Tom Massie, you heard them. They're confident. Are you confident.>> I am. I am. I mean, I'm disappointed that we don't have the numbers quite yet, but you know, I sat in the room with the survivors of Epstein and Galain Maxwell for several hours listening to their heartbreaking testimonies, their stories, their account of this massive cover up in t ...

Joining us tonight here on top story is Annie Farmer who was just 16 years old when she was flown to New Mexico to spend a weekend with Epstein and Maxwell and was abused. Annie, we thank you for joining us tonight. I do want to play some of what you said at the news conference on Capitol Hill and we'll talk more on the other side.Let's take a listen. >> For so many years, it felt like Epstein's criminal behavior was an open secret. Not only did many others participate in the abuse, it is clear that many we ...

Allegations and Testimonies - Survivors recount experiences of abuse by Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, detailing manipulation, exploitation, and the involvement of powerful figures [1][2][5][6][7][8][9][22][24] - Epstein's network extended to high-profile individuals in fashion, arts, and entertainment, enabling his abuse of young women [2][6][8][9][24] - Ghislaine Maxwell actively participated in the abuse and was a key architect of the trafficking scheme [20][22] Calls for Accountability and Justice - Survivors demand accountability for enablers and those who protected Epstein, urging Congress to prioritize survivors over predators [3][11][12][13] - There is a call for transparency and the release of government files related to Epstein, to reveal who knew, who was involved, and who protected him [11][13][26] - Survivors are creating a confidential list of names of those involved in Epstein's world, compiled by and for survivors [4][25][26][27][28][30] Reactions and Concerns - Survivors express devastation and dehumanization in response to claims that the Epstein issue is a hoax [15][16][17] - There is outrage and concern over Ghislaine Maxwell's transfer to a lower security prison, fearing she may receive a pardon [19][20][21][22] - Survivors highlight the fear of speaking out due to potential legal and personal attacks, emphasizing the lack of protection they received initially [27][28]

She should be here. Um, I am so honored to be here with with you guys. Um, she she would be here. She'd be screaming, you know.And I think, you know, they said it best. It's like, if I could really say what, you know, what we're looking for out of this is justice, looking for accountability. And I think it's, you know, we really have to start questioning what do we stand for.So, you know, it means the world to be here with you, all of you. And, you know, I think this is only the beginning of what's really t ...