Melania Trump’s Inaugural Ball gown may have been a nod to the American Dream. The first lady attended three balls on Monday night after her husband, Donald Trump, was inaugurated as the 47th U.S. president. Melania wore a dress by French-American designer Herve Pierre, which was complimented by a black choker from jeweler Harry Winston. Newsweek contacted the First Lady’s office, and representatives of Pierre, the Smithsonian Museum and Harry Winston, for comment. Why It Matters The fashion choices of the first ladies have always been a point of conversation and what they choose to wear at the Inauguration Balls...
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Cheney responds to Trump jail threat: ‘Here’s the truth’
Former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) responded to President-elect Trump’s threat that he would throw members who sat on the House committee that investigated rioting at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, in jail, calling his remarks an “assault on the rule of law.” “Here is the truth: Donald Trump attempted to overturn the 2020 presidential election and seize power,” Cheney said in a statement provided to The Hill. “He mobilized an angry mob and sent them to the United States Capitol, where they attacked police officers, invaded the building and halted the official counting of electoral votes. Trump watched...
Continue reading...9 US States Under Threat from Severe Winter Storm – Weather Forecast Through Wednesday
One state has already declared an emergency due to the approaching winter storm. Several affected states have also issued guidelines on how to stay safe during this period. On January 21, 2025, the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a winter storm warning for nine U.S. states. The affected states include Alabama (AL), South Carolina (SC), North Carolina (NC), Georgia (GA), Louisiana (LA), Mississippi (MS), Florida (FL), Texas (TX), and Alaska (AK). Below is a breakdown of the affected areas in each state, the expected duration of the storm, and other important details. Louisiana Areas Affected by the Winter Storm Warning...
Continue reading...People are just realising why Melania Trump’s inauguration outfit looks so familiar
In earlier this afternoon (20 January), the incoming First Lady of the United States appeared alongside Donald Trump and their son, Barron, at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Lafayette Square, Washington D.C. Melania wore a black and white ensemble – but it was her statement hat which really attracted the attention of people online. One X user who wasn’t a fan of the hat commented her outfit: “I don’t like the hat. You don’t wear a hat in a church. I’m old fashioned.” “That hat!” exclaimed a second, while a third fan loved it: “Love Melania’s hat! Why can’t we...
Continue reading...Donald Trump’s attempt to kiss wife Melania during inauguration has people very confused
Donald Trump’s attempt to kiss wife Melania’s face today for his inauguration was attracted attention by an aspect of her clothing. Outgoing president Joe Biden and former VP Kamala Harris attended the inauguration to receive their welcome into the festivities. Trump’s family, including his five children and Melania, were already awaiting him at the time, after which Trump approached them. The President-elect then attempted to kiss his wife, only to be hampered by her wide-brimmed hat in a disaster. One viewer commented: “I’ve just realised why Melania is wearing that wide-brimmed hat – it made it impossible for Trump to...
Continue reading...Government funding plan collapses as Trump makes new demands days before shutdown
President-elect Donald Trump abruptly rejected a bipartisan plan Wednesday to prevent a Christmastime government shutdown, instead telling House Speaker Mike Johnson and Republicans to essentially renegotiate — days before a deadline when federal funding runs out. Trump’s sudden entrance into the debate and new demands sent Congress spiraling as lawmakers are trying to wrap up work and head home for the holidays. It left Johnson scrambling late into the night at the Capitol trying to engineer a new plan before Friday’s deadline to keep government open. “Republicans must GET SMART and TOUGH,” Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance said in...
Continue reading...Melania Trump stuns in symbolic navy outfit by NY-based designer for husband Donald’s inauguration
WASHINGTON, DC: Melania Trump turned heads with her sophisticated and symbolic outfit designed by New York-based independent designer Adam Lippes at her husband Donald Trump’s inauguration. The former model chose a custom navy double-breasted coat paired with a matching skirt at the event on Monday, January 20. Who is Adam Lippes? Adam Lippes, known for his minimalist and elegant designs, has built his eponymous label over the past decade, earning acclaim for his modern take on American luxury, according to Vogue. Sharing his thoughts on the tradition of the presidential inauguration, Lippes stated the event “embodies the beauty of American...
Continue reading...JUST IN: Pete Hegseth Issues Bold Statement as Media Storm Intensifies
President-elect Donald Trump’s choice for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, vowed Tuesday to foster a “warrior culture” at the Pentagon and confronted allegations of sexual assault and excessive drinking and questions about his derisive views of women in combat during a heated Senate confirmation hearing. Hegseth repeatedly deflected the various misconduct allegations and instead focused on his own military experience in the Army National Guard as senators determine whether the combat veteran and former TV news show host is fit to lead the U.S. military. “It’s time to give someone with dust on his boots the helm. A change agent,” Hegseth...
Continue reading...“Disgusting” Arsonists Caught On Camera During LA Wildfires, Henry Winkler’s Theory Gains Ground
The sadness and anger caused by the Los Angeles wildfires have led its inhabitants to search for answers, as well as for the culprits to blame for the devastation. Actor Henry Winkler, known for his role as “The Fonz” on the sitcom Happy Days, was eager to answer the question and sparked a viral conversation yesterday (January 8) when he shared his belief that the disaster was caused by an arsonist. “There is an ARSONIST here in LA. May you be beaten unrecognizable!!! The pain you have caused!!!” the actor wrote on X, with the post going viral with more...
Continue reading...FACT FOCUS: Inspector general’s Jan. 6 report misrepresented as proof of FBI setup
The watchdog report examined a number of areas, including whether major intelligence failures preceded the riot and whether the FBI in some way provoked the violence. Claims spreading online focus on the report’s finding that 26 FBI informants were in Washington for election-related protests on Jan. 6, including three who had been tasked with traveling to the city to report on others who were potentially planning to attend the events. Although 17 of those informants either entered the Capitol or a restricted area around the building during the riot, none of the 26 total informants were authorized to do so...
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