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Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins, who could potentially mount a gubernatorial bid in the Sunshine State, appears to be taking jabs at U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, the candidate President Donald Trump has endorsed for governor. Collins — who Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis tapped for the lieutenant governor role earlier this year — retweeted a post on X that appeared to juxtapose him and Donalds with the phrases "Tough as Nails" and "Soft as Soy.""Hard times → Strong men," Collins wrote when retweeting the post. "Strong men → Good times," he continued. "Good times → Weak men," he added. "Weak men →

The granddaughter of E.B. White, the author of the classic 1952 children's book "Charlotte's Web," slammed the Trump administration on Monday for using the book's title as an inspiration for its immigration raid in Charlotte, North Carolina, which officials are calling "Operation Charlotte’s Web."Martha White said her grandfather, who died in 1985, would not support the immigration sweeps in Charlotte and across the country, as she denounced the Department of Homeland Security's reference to her grandfather's beloved tale."He believed in the rule of law and due process," Martha White, who works as her grandfather's literary executor, said in a statement.

On a night filled with mourning, the Dallas Cowboys honored their late teammate Marshawn Kneeland with a victory.Head coach Brian Schottenheimer had his eyes closed, like many others on the sideline during the national anthem in Las Vegas, while wearing a T-shirt honoring Kneeland, the 24-year-old who died by suicide earlier this month. Schottenheimer and the Cowboys had not played since Nov. 3, as they were on their bye in Week 10, and the group had been hurting since the news broke three days after their "Monday Night Football" loss to the Arizona Cardinals.Both teams honored Kneeland with a moment

Larry Summers, the former president of Harvard University, has announced that he will step back from public commitments, according to the Ivy League college's student newspaper.In a statement released Monday to The Harvard Crimson, Summers said it was part of an effort "to rebuild trust and repair relationships with the people closest to me."The announcement follows the release of seven years’ worth of correspondence between Summers and the disgraced financier Jeffrey E. Epstein by the United States House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.EPSTEIN BOASTED HE BRIEFED RUSSIAN DIPLOMAT ON HOW TO HANDLE TRUMP IN NEWLY RELEASED EMAILSThe documents showed

A raid at a sex and human trafficking operation in San Antonio operated by members of Tren de Aragua gang (TdA) resulted in at least 140 illegal immigrants being arrested, authorities said Monday. The raid was part of a joint operation between the Texas Department of Public Safety and federal and local authorities, Texas Gov. Gregg Abbott said. On Monday, a regional Homeland Security Task Force was created to combat transnational criminal organizations. The aim of the task force is to dismantle drug cartels, foreign terrorist organizations, and criminal networks responsible for crimes like human trafficking, drug smuggling, and money laundering.MS-13 GANG

In the lead up to Black Friday, Lowe’s is slashing prices on everything from tools to appliances. Name brands like Craftsman, DeWalt and Frigidaire are all heavily discounted. Power tools and lawn equipment such as circular saws, chainsaws and leaf blowers are on sale, as well as tool chests and holiday lights, so there’s something the whole family can enjoy. Whether you’re looking for the dad who spends weekends in the garage or the busy family that needs a fridge upgrade, now’s the time to shop for holiday gifts.SKIL orbital sander: $29.98 (25% off)Hisense 17.2-cu ft bottom-freezer refrigerator: $699 (36%

Michael J. Fox’s family has been his superpower throughout his battle with Parkinson’s disease.The actor attended the "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Cure Parkinson’s" event in New York City on Saturday, where he opened up about how his loved ones have remained devoted to him over the years.With his wife, Tracy Pollan, the 64-year-old is the proud father of four: son Sam, 36, and daughters Aquinnah and Schuyler, 30, and Esmé, 24. Their unwavering love and support have given him the courage to embrace life with hope and resilience.MICHAEL J. FOX CALLS OUT 'BULLY CULTURE' AND NAMES

Nordstrom’s Early Black Friday sale is packed with giftable finds for less than $100. Shop Le Creuset cookware for home chefs, Longchamp’s iconic Le Pliage bag and silk hair ties from Slip. There’s something for everyone – and all of it is on sale. Sand trap cheese board: $96.99 (14% off)La Mer mini essentials set: $98Cashmere scarf: $99 (35% off)Carhartt adjustable baseball cap: $40.79 (40% off)New Balance 550 sneaker: $71.49 (35% off)Bombas 4-pack ankle sock: $50Lands' End terry robe: $65.97 (40% off)Gucci men's fragrance set: $75Original price: $36The Le Creuset Holly Collection mini cocotte brings holiday charm to any kitchen. Available