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Associated Press
Justice Thomas slams cancel culture, ‘packing’ Supreme Court
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas said he’s concerned efforts to politicize the court or add additional justices may erode the institution’s credibility, speaking Friday in Utah at an event hosted by former Republican U.S. Sen. Orrin Hatch’s foundation. Thomas, the most senior justice on the nine-member court, said he often worries about the long-term repercussions of trends such as “cancel culture” and a lack of civil debate. The court has leaned increasingly conservative since three justices nominated by former President Donald Trump joined its ranks.
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Axios
Zelensky warns of “new stage of terror,” citing abduction of mayor
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of “a new stage of terror” in a video posted to Telegram on Friday night, referencing the abduction of the mayor of Melitopol by Russian forces.Driving the news: The Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs called the kidnapping of Mayor Ivan Fedorov a war crime, according to a statement posted to Facebook on Friday.Get market news worthy of your time with Axios Markets. Subscribe for free.”It is a democratic world here therefore the capture of the mayo
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NextShark
Former teacher rises through lavender ceiling to become first out Asian American mayor in Florida’s history
In being elected Boynton Beach’s new mayor, Ty Penserga is now the first LGBTQ plus Asian American mayor in Florida history. Penserga won against three other candidates with 57% of the votes, while Golene Gordon and Cindy Falco-Di Corrado each finished with 18% and Bernard Wright received 6% of the votes. Born in the Philippines and raised in Palm Beach County, Penserga has been a part of the Boynton Beach City Commission for almost three years and worked as a high school teacher teaching chemistry and biology prior to becoming commissioner in 2020.
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NextShark
NYC suspect who hit Asian man with hammer has 47 prior arrests, threatens killing spree when she is released
An individual wanted for hitting an Asian man with a hammer on a Manhattan subway platform has been charged with hate crimes and ordered held on a $300,000 bail on Friday. Christian Jeffers, who reportedly identifies as a woman, was arrested on Wednesday in connection with the attack, which occurred on the 7th Avenue and West 14th Street station on the 1/2/3 line in Chelsea on Tuesday night. Jeffers, 48, and the unidentified victim, 29, reportedly bumped into each other and got into an argument.
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NextShark
‘They tricked me’: Vietnamese refugee sues ICE for trying to deport him three times
A Vietnamese man in Southern California has reportedly filed a suit against the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for allegedly trying to deport him three times since 2019. An Thanh Nguyen, whose family fled the Vietnam War, arrived in the U.S. at the age of 17 and became a legal permanent resident. Traumatized by war and bullied at school for his inability to speak English at the time, Nguyen eventually developed a criminal history.
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The Root
Mayor Adams NYC Subway Safety Plan May Disproportionately Affect People of Color
Following the back-to-back crime incidents in the subways, Mayor Eric Adams has proposed an initiative to increase safety, reported NBC News. The plan targets the homeless, however, New York’s homeless population is majority people of color. Advocates raised concerns about their safety and treatment as Adams aims to increase police presence.
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Reuters
Russia puts Kremlin critic Navalny’s spokeswoman on wanted list
Yarmysh left Russia last year after a court imposed 18 months of restrictions on her freedom of movement for breaching COVID-19 safety rules. Russian authorities have cracked down hard on the opposition, and many of Navalny’s most prominent allies have left Russia rather than face restrictions or jail at home.
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The Root
Sen. Lisa Murkowski Is Now Conflicted On How She’ll Vote For SCOTUS Nominee
Sen. Lindsey Graham stated his reasons as to why he’s leaning towards a no vote on Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s nomination to the Supreme Court. That would leave two more senators who voted Judge Jackson to the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals last year–Sens. Susan Collins (R-Maine) and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska).
Associated PressJustice Thomas slams cancel culture, ‘packing’ Supreme CourtU.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas said he’s concerned efforts to politicize the court or add additional justices may erode the institution’s credibility, speaking Friday in Utah at an event hosted by former Republican U.S. Sen. Orrin Hatch’s foundation. Thomas, the most senior justice on the nine-member court, said he often worries about the long-term repercussions of trends such as “cancel culture” and a lack of civil debate. The court has leaned increasingly conservative since three justices nominated by former President Donald Trump joined its ranks.AxiosZelensky warns of “new stage of terror,” citing abduction of mayorUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of “a new stage of terror” in a video posted to Telegram on Friday night, referencing the abduction of the mayor of Melitopol by Russian forces.Driving the news: The Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs called the kidnapping of Mayor Ivan Fedorov a war crime, according to a statement posted to Facebook on Friday.Get market news worthy of your time with Axios Markets. Subscribe for free.”It is a democratic world here therefore the capture of the mayoNextSharkFormer teacher rises through lavender ceiling to become first out Asian American mayor in Florida’s historyIn being elected Boynton Beach’s new mayor, Ty Penserga is now the first LGBTQ plus Asian American mayor in Florida history. Penserga won against three other candidates with 57% of the votes, while Golene Gordon and Cindy Falco-Di Corrado each finished with 18% and Bernard Wright received 6% of the votes. Born in the Philippines and raised in Palm Beach County, Penserga has been a part of the Boynton Beach City Commission for almost three years and worked as a high school teacher teaching chemistry and biology prior to becoming commissioner in 2020.NextSharkNYC suspect who hit Asian man with hammer has 47 prior arrests, threatens killing spree when she is releasedAn individual wanted for hitting an Asian man with a hammer on a Manhattan subway platform has been charged with hate crimes and ordered held on a $300,000 bail on Friday. Christian Jeffers, who reportedly identifies as a woman, was arrested on Wednesday in connection with the attack, which occurred on the 7th Avenue and West 14th Street station on the 1/2/3 line in Chelsea on Tuesday night. Jeffers, 48, and the unidentified victim, 29, reportedly bumped into each other and got into an argument.NextShark‘They tricked me’: Vietnamese refugee sues ICE for trying to deport him three timesA Vietnamese man in Southern California has reportedly filed a suit against the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for allegedly trying to deport him three times since 2019. An Thanh Nguyen, whose family fled the Vietnam War, arrived in the U.S. at the age of 17 and became a legal permanent resident. Traumatized by war and bullied at school for his inability to speak English at the time, Nguyen eventually developed a criminal history.The RootMayor Adams NYC Subway Safety Plan May Disproportionately Affect People of ColorFollowing the back-to-back crime incidents in the subways, Mayor Eric Adams has proposed an initiative to increase safety, reported NBC News. The plan targets the homeless, however, New York’s homeless population is majority people of color. Advocates raised concerns about their safety and treatment as Adams aims to increase police presence.ReutersRussia puts Kremlin critic Navalny’s spokeswoman on wanted listYarmysh left Russia last year after a court imposed 18 months of restrictions on her freedom of movement for breaching COVID-19 safety rules. Russian authorities have cracked down hard on the opposition, and many of Navalny’s most prominent allies have left Russia rather than face restrictions or jail at home.The RootSen. Lisa Murkowski Is Now Conflicted On How She’ll Vote For SCOTUS NomineeSen. Lindsey Graham stated his reasons as to why he’s leaning towards a no vote on Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s nomination to the Supreme Court. That would leave two more senators who voted Judge Jackson to the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals last year–Sens. Susan Collins (R-Maine) and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska).