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  1. More 'heartbeat' abortion bills advancing in Midwest and South https://www.foxnews.com/politics/more-heartbeat-abortion-bills-advancing-in-midwest-and-south If a new Mississippi law survives a court challenge, it will be nearly impossible for most pregnant women to get an abortion there. Or, potentially, in neighboring Louisiana. Or Alabama. Or Georgia. The Louisiana legislature is halfway toward passing a law — like the ones enacted in Mississippi and Georgia — that will ban abortions after a fetal heartbeat is detected, about six weeks into a pregnancy and before many women know they're pregnant. Alabama is on the cusp of approving an even more restrictive bill. Their hope is that a more conservative U.S. Supreme Court will approve, spelling the end of the constitutional right to abortion.
  2. Dems fume as Trump moves to amend DC's July 4 celebration, possibly address the nation https://www.foxnews.com/politics/dems-fume-as-trump-moves-to-amend-july-4-celebrations-address-the-nation President Trump has apparently taken charge of this year’s Fourth of July celebration in Washington, D.C., and will possibly give a personal address, angering some Democrats who fear the president will politicize the holiday. City officials in the nation's capital were notified of Trump’s plan to address the nation on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and move the traditional fireworks display from the Capitol Reflecting Pool to the nearby West Potomac Park, the Washington Post reported.
  3. Pentagon approves plan to shift $1.5B for wall along US-Mexico border https://www.foxnews.com/politics/pentagon-approves-plan-to-shift-1-5b-for-wall-along-us-mexico-border The funds are being reprogrammed from the Afghan Security Forces Fund, a project focused on chemical weapons, Air Force programs, savings related to a military retirement system, and coalition support funds. The Pentagon is also expected, at some point, to transfer up to $3.6 billion from military construction budgets to pay for wall construction, but details of those plans have yet to be announced.
  4. I agree I was more curious on if they let her get one who would decide. "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" Wrap that rascal ! 🖕
  5. In this case can you really say it's the woman's body it's between her and her doctor since she is only 11 years old. So now does the parents then have to make the decision and if so do both have to agree or can one parent override the other? Who would make the call in this situation and why?
  6. https://www.foxnews.com/us/video-planned-parenthood-democrat-rep-harasses-pro-lifewoman "Planned Parenthood protesters are scum!" Sims wrote in another tweet. "I’ve spent years as a patient escort witnessing firsthand the hate, vitriol, hostility and BLATANT RACISM they spew. You can 'pray for a baby at home.' You sure as hell can feed a kid or clothe one instead. Old, fake, White, wrong! #BeReal" Live Action, a pro-life organization, posted the video and messaged Periscope saying Sims' "broadcast violates your rules on abusive behavior. He is harassing, intimidating and using fear to silence this sweet elderly woman."
  7. by Jack Winter March 25, 2019 https://clutchpoints.com/browns-news-odell-beckham-jr-promises-to-give-cleveland-his-all/ The NFL world was giddy earlier this month when the New York Giants finally caved under the pressure of an onerous rebuild and rumors of discontent by trading Odell Beckham, Jr. Not only would the superstar wide receiver get a better opportunity to live up to his distinction as one of the league’s most gifted players while catching passes from rising star quarterback Baker Mayfield, but his presence on the Cleveland Browns – super aggressive in the opening days of the offseason – immediately made the league’s longest-suffering franchise more relevant than it had been in years. Suddenly, the Browns were being talked about as perhaps the most exciting young team in football, with game-changing talent on both sides of the ball that even led some sports books to making them prohibitive favorites in the AFC North next season. Beckham, though, didn’t quite share in that widespread excitement. In a deleted Instagram post last week, the three-time Pro Bowler wrote that he needed “some time to just vibe and get away” and “gather all my thoughts” after his trade to the Browns, which former Giants teammate Saquon Barkley said Beckham was not “really happy” about. Less than a week later, Beckham’s mindset seems to have changed, sparked by a viral video of an exhilarated Browns fan’s audible yelps in reaction to news of the trade.
  8. Ask Odell, Baker isn't the only one who wakes up feeling dangerous Posted: 7:10 PM, Mar 24, 2019 Updated: 35 minutes ago https://www.news5cleveland.com/sports/ask-odell-baker-isnt-the-only-one-who-wakes-up-feeling-dangerous CLEVELAND — Most people know that Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield often wakes up feeling a certain way, and it appears his habits are rubbing off on his fellow teammates, one in particular. On Sunday evening, newly acquired Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. took to Twitter to share how he was feeling and it was pretty dangerous. Mayfield, known for coining the catchphrase “I woke up feeling dangerous,” said the famous line during a postgame press conference last season. When asked after a game if he knew in warmups that he would play so well, he humbly said, " When I woke up this morning, I was feeling pretty dangerous." That "dangerous" mentality has been echoed throughout the city of Cleveland, inspiring Browns fans for a much different future for the team. It seems Mayfield is not only good at inspiring the city, but also his teammates.
  9. Report: Odell Beckham Jr. Seeking Restructured Contract from Browns After Trade https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2825350-report-odell-beckham-jr-seeking-restructured-contract-from-browns-after-trade Following his reported trade to the Cleveland Browns, Odell Beckham Jr. wants to restructure his contract, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported the Browns have agreed to send the 17th overall pick in the 2019 draft, a third-round pick and safety Jabrill Peppers to the New York Giants for Beckham. Beckham's request comes after the Oakland Raiders amended Antonio Brown's contract immediately after they acquired him from the Pittsburgh Steelers. According to Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio, Brown will receive a little over $50.1 million through the 2021 season, up from $38.9 million under the deal's original terms. Brown's guaranteed money also climbed from zero to $30.1 million, per Florio. Beckham signed a five-year, $90 million extension with the Giants last August, but he has good reason to either seek a new deal or renegotiate the particulars of his current contract. While he has more than $72.7 million left on his contract, only $16.7 million of that is guaranteed salary, per Over the Cap. That guaranteed money is entirely limited to the 2019 season as well, so Beckham has little in the way of long-term security. The Browns made a big investment in Beckham by giving up so much for him in Tuesday's trade. However, they would have few hurdles if they wanted to release him at any point beyond this coming season. To avoid any friction with their newest star, the Browns might agree to restructure Beckham's contract. Adding a few million dollars and increasing his guarantees wouldn't significantly alter their financial flexibility going forward—at least much more than adding his existing contract to the payroll did.
  10. Kareem Hunt contract details revealed: Browns might not even have to pay him $1 million in 2019 https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/kareem-hunt-contract-details-revealed-browns-might-not-even-have-to-pay-him-1-million-in-2019/ The Browns' decision to sign Kareem Hunt this week might be a PR risk, but the team definitely didn't risk anything financially when they signed the former Chiefs running back on Monday. Not only did the Browns get Hunt to sign a one-year deal that includes zero dollars in guaranteed money, but the contract also includes a roster bonus for every game during the regular season that he's active, which means, if Hunt gets suspended, he won't be seeing much money in 2019. According to ESPN.com, the contract is worth a total of $1.1 million; however, it's not going to be easy for Hunt to collect all of that. The biggest part of Hunt's contract is his base salary, which will pay him a total of $645,000 in 2019. The running back will also get paid a $25,000 bonus for every game that he's on the Browns' active roster. Hunt can also collect another $55,000 if he meets the criteria for his offseason workout bonus. Of course, the only way that Hunt can earn all that money is if he's active all 16 games in 2019, which isn't a given. The former Chiefs running back has been under investigation by the NFL since December after a video was released that showed him shoving and kicking a woman during an altercation that took place at Cleveland hotel in February 2018. The NFL placed him on the commissioner's exempt list shortly after the video surfaced, and that's where he's been ever since. If the league decides to suspended Hunt for just four games in 2019, that means he would lose out on a total of $62,941 per week ($37,941 in base salary and $25,000 for his active roster bonus) for a total loss of $251,764. If that were to happen, Hunt's contract in 2019 would be worth just $848,236. If the suspension were to go on for six games, Hunt would lose out on nearly $380,000. Although Hunt won't be making much with the Browns, the money he'll be making in Cleveland will actually be a raise over what he would have made with the Chiefs. As a third-round pick in the 2017 NFL Draft, Hunt would have only made a maximum of $678,750 if the Chiefs had decided to keep him for the 2019 season. The Browns might not be taking a financial risk with Hunt, but there is some risk associated with signing him and general manager John Dorsey definitely realizes that. Dorsey, who drafted Hunt back in 2017 while both men were in Kansas City, told Cleveland.com that he signed the running back as a way to give him a second chance. "I think we're all appalled by it," Dorsey said of Hunt's actions. "But after doing extensive research, analyzing the situation, we came to the conclusion that I'm willing to help a man from a second chance moving forward to be a better person. My faith tells me that." Dorsey also noted that the team did its due diligence on Hunt before giving him the one-year deal. "We've done our extensive research," Dorsey said. "He's extremely remorseful for that. I've always believed that if a person wants to better themselves and be a better person, I'm willing to give them a chance. I truly believe he'll be a better man today than he was yesterday." The upside for the Browns is that if Hunt has a breakout season, he'll be a restricted free agent in 2020, which will make it easier for Cleveland to keep him. On the other hand, if Hunt struggles on the field or struggles to stay out of trouble, the Browns can dump him without taking a financial hit thanks to the way his deal is structured.
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