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Northern Territory Don't miss out on the headlines from Northern Territory. Followed categories will be added to My News. As footy competitions across the country come to close for the year, the NTFL bursts into life – and for that reason, plenty of top players have made their way north to try their hand at Top End footy. Whether they’re former AFL players or state league performers plenty of stars have made their way north to take advantage of the extra play time and mix it with the local NT talent . Even some legends of the game have come to the Top End including Eddie Betts and Gary Ablett Jr, boosting the profile of the league. There are other players that have the Top End their home including Nichols medal winners Brodie Filo and Dylan Landt, or multiple women’s best and fairest winner Jasmyn Hewett. But for the purpose of this list we’ve highlighted some of the standout men’s and women’s players who have arrived more recently so limited the list to players who have only played two seasons. Check out the list below. WOMEN Alessia Smythe (Southern Districts Crocs) Alessia Smythe (#24) of Southern Districts. Picture: AFLNT Media / Tymunna Clements. Smythe has state league experience, with seasons for Southport’s ressies and first grade outfits in the QAFLW. So far she has been a weapon for Districts and has earned six best player votes in her six games this season. Caitlin Sargent (St Mary’s Saints) St Mary's gun Caitlin Sargent (#28). Picture: AFLNT Media / Celina Whan. Sargent’s first full season with the green machine has got off to a flyer, in a side eager to go one better than their previous season. With her resume boasting time at St Bernards in the EDFL, Hillside in the Coates Talent League and more recently played a few matches for the Bombers and Bulldogs in the VFLW. Eilish Grundon (PINT Greenants) PINT premiership player Eilish Grundon (#6). Picture: AFLNT Media / Jack Riddiford. A seasoned veteran from Queensland, Grundon is in her second season for the Queenants. She has a lot of interstate experience with time in the QWAFL (Wilston Grange, Coolangatta Tweed), the VAFA and VFLW (Fitzroy, Port Melbourne) as well as time in the WAWFL (South Freemantle). In 2024-25 Grundon has earned three best player votes from six games. Eliza Hand (Nightcliff Tigers) Eliza Hand (#9) for Nightcliff Tigers. Picture: AFLNT Media / Jack Riddiford. The New South Welshmen has impressed many in the ruck in what is her first campaign at Nightcliff. With most of her career spent in the Hunter and North West leagues, Hand has been another great addition to the Tigers, and has earned three best player votes in her five games outings. Ella Ward (Palmerston Magpies) Ella Ward (#6) playing for the Palmerston Magpies. Picture: AFLNT Media / David Bradley. In her early 20s but already playing like a seasoned veteran the West Australian has been a menace in the ruck for Palmerston. With time spent in the WAFL and WAWFL at South Freemantle, Ward has quickly established herself as a cornerstone of the Pies’ rebuild with 15 best players in her 22 outings for the club. Ellie Kellock (Tiwi Bombers) Tiwi Bomber (#15) Ellie Kellock. Picture: AFLNT Media / Patch Clapp. The Glenelg premiership skipper is in her first season at the Bombers and has lived up to her billing. A Morphettville Park alum, Kellock is frequently one of if not the best on in the SANFL and has carried that from into the NTFL, already with seven votes in nine games. Erica Rowe (Palmerston Magpies) Palmerston Magpies' Erica Rowe (#34). Picture: AFLNT Media / Celina Whan. Another product from south of the border Rowe is in her first year at the Magpies. She has played her footy across the SANFLW and Barossa leagues, and has picked up three best on votes in her six caps. Gabrielle Deller (Nightcliff Tigers) Nightcliff Tiger Gabrielle Deller with the ball (#14). Picture: AFLNT Media / Celina Whan. Playing her second season for Nightcliff, Deller is a bit of a journey woman who has played in the VFLW and QWAFL. Capable of creating something out of nothing, Deller has received five best players in her six games this season. India Barker (Darwin Buffaloes) Darwin Buffaloes India Barker (#12). Picture: AFLNT Media / Celina Whan. Another Buffette in their second stint at the club Barker has been a great edition to a rebuilding side. With most of her footy career played in the EDFL for Maribyrnong Park FC, she’s since spent time at both the West Bulls and Williamstown in the VFLW. Imogen Loftes (Waratah Warriors) Waratah Warrior Imogen Loftes (#28). Picture: AFLNT Media / Celina Whan. In her first season at Waratah Loftes’ has injected a level of talent in the struggling outfit. She has high quality experience and skill from her time in the Adelaide Footy League and SAWFL for the Pulteney football club, and stint at West Adelaide in the SANFL. Jessica Nannup (Tiwi Bombers) Tiwi Bombers' Jessica Nannup (#28). Picture: AFLNT Media / Patch Clapp. A new addition to the Bombers, Nannup decided to play for Tiwi following her partner Marlion Pickett signing on for the Bombers’ season 2024-25. Originally from WA Nannup’s had experience in a number of different leagues including the WAWFL (South Fremantle), NFNL (Fitzroy Stars), and Moonee Valley (EDFL). Maddi Shaw (Southern Districts Crocs) Southern Districts' Maddi Shaw with the ball (#29). Picture: AFLNT Media / Tymunna Clements. In her maiden campaign with the Crocs, Shaw has already made an immediate impact. A winner through and through Shaw won the VFLW flag in 2023 with Port Melbourne and is currently signed to the Bombers VFLW list. Meg McGuiness (PINT Greenants) PINT Queenant Meg McGuiness (#8). Picture: AFLNT Media / Patch Clapp. A Queenslander playing her first season at PINT McGuiness has played her trade in the QWAFL for both Southport and Yeronga. In just the three games to date, McGuiness has earned two best player nods, making a noticeable impact to the reigning premiers. Roxy Beuzeville (Darwin Buffaloes) Roxy Beuzeville of the Darwin Buffaloes (#5). Picture: AFLNT Media / Celina Whan. The Sydney-sider is in her second NTFL season and continues to be one of the standout performers for the side. A Pittwater Tigers junior, Beuzeville has since established herself in the VFLW with the Western Bulldogs. Ruby O’Dwyer (Waratah Warriors) Ruby O'Dwyer with the ball for Waratah (#20). Picture: AFLNT Media / Jack Riddiford. In her second proper stint at the Tahs, O’Dwyer has become a mainstay of the team. From Victoria she’s played most of her footy in the SDFL and Coates Talent (Eastern Rangers). This season she’s had three best players from five matches. MEN Tom Simpson (Darwin Buffaloes) Tom Simpson playing for the Darwin Buffaloes against PINT in the opening round of the 2024-25 NTFL season. Picture: Pema Tamang Pakhrin It hasn’t been the start the Darwin Buffaloes would have wanted, but the recruitment of Simpson from Queensland has been one of the shining lights. Simpson has been with Labrador in the AFL Queensland League for the past few seasons earning him a call up into the state’s rep team earlier this year. At Buffaloes he’s a strong body in the middle with a booming kick that often gets around the ball in assistance of his standout skipper Jarrod Stokes. Lachlan Tardrew (Nightcliff Tigers) Lachlan Tardrew on the charge for the Nightcliff Tigers in the 2023-24 NTFL season. Picture: Celina Whan / AFLNT Media Tardrew has been one of the standout ring-ins for the Nightcliff Tigers across the past two seasons and brings a point of difference they rely on often being the one to burst through and find space. He’s only made one appearance so far this season, but it received a best player’s nod to go along with his six from seven outings in 2023-24. The Tigers fly-in had an outstanding season in the Bendigo competition too as a frequent standout for Sandhurst on their charge to the grand final. Sean Hunter (Nightcliff Tigers) Sean Hunter playing for the Nightcliff Tigers in the 2024-25 NTFL season. Picture: Celina Whan / AFLNT Media A young recruit at the Tigers who has shown all the talents already to prove he will play a big role in Nightcliff’s finals prospects. Hunter already has a Rising Star nomination from his first stint in the Top End as well as five best players nods from six appearances. The Victorian played in the Central Murray Football Netball League grand final for Kerang prior to his trip north, having played at that stage in both the previous seasons. Boyd Bailey (Nightcliff Tigers) Boyd Bailey playing for Nightcliff in the 2024-25 NTFL season. Picture: Celina Whan / AFLNT Media Bailey got his first taste of Darwin footy in the 2021-22 season when he featured for Banks in a Division 1 grand final making season, but this year he’s returned for a Premier League outfit. In the interim he has turned out for Morwell in the Gippsland League and is a near constant in the outfit’s best players when around. It makes him a huge boon for the Tigers this season where he has brought some pace, but crucially as proven against Palmerston he’s not bad in front of goal either. Cameron Nyko (Palmerston) Cameron Nyko playing for the Palmerston Magpies in the 2024-25 NTFL season. Picture: Celina Whan / AFLNT Media The midfield dynamo is another leading the bunch for Palmerston with multiple best player mentions for the Magpies already this season. Nyko is fresh off a VFL season with Essendon and is already making a name for himself in his debut season in the NT. A player who can impose himself on the contest and impresses with what he does with the ball, and one that can influence the young outfit around him. Nayef Hamad (Palmerston Magpies) Nayef Hamad playing for the Palmerston Magpies in the 2024-25 NTFL season. Picture: Tymunna Clements / AFLNT Media Hamad quickly made an impression in his first outing for Palmerston with a best on ground performance where he notched up 35 disposals. It was the Magpies’ first win since the 2022-23 season and one that indicated the former Footscray VFL player would be a perfect fit for the side. He’s an experienced head who brings plenty of composure to a side that has struggled in recent times. Tristen Waack (Palmerston Magpies) Tristen Waack playing for Palmerston in the 2024-25 NTFL season. Picture: Celina Whan / AFLNT Media Palmerston fans had plenty to celebrate when they noticed that Waack was indeed back after a season and a half out of the outfit. His footy career has grown leaps and bounds in the time since his departure midway through in his debut 2022-23 season with VFL appearances for both Box Hill and the Northern Bullants. The Magpies can play across the ground whether in the ruck or down back in a rebounding capacity and he’s even good for a surge forward to goal when the need strikes. Riley Mayne (PINT) PINT interstate player Riley Mayne (#29). Picture: AFLNT Media / Celina Whan. The former QAFL player has slipped seamlessly into life at the DXC Arena club on his return to the footy scene. Mayne is a big unit who can do the business in the ruck as well as around the ground when required, even able to offer himself up for a goal or two. One of the big new signings at PINT he’s sure to be a menace for any opposition, and was particularly dangerous in outings against Districts and Palmerston. Christopher Nield (PINT) PINT’s Christopher Nield playing in the 2024-25 NTFL season. Picture: AFLNT Media / Tymunna Clements. Nield has returned to the fold at the Greenants after an injury sidelined him form an appearance in their 2023-24 finals debut season. The forward has been quick to make a reimpression as one of their better strike weapons in front of goal alongside Benjamin Brett. Nield hails from Tasmania and is both strong at taking marks and at booting the ball accurately, traits that have helped him become PINT’s top goal scorer of the season. Matt Shannon (Southern Districts) Matt Shannon playing for Southern Districts against PINT in Round 4 of the 2024-25 NTFL season. Picture: Pema Tamang Pakhrin Shannon has returned to the Crocs after a year off and is once again one of the dominant midfield forces of the competition. A hugely influential figure in generating play out of the middle and someone happy to go forward to score himself when the time is right, as proven in his recent six goal outing against Palmerston. The Crocs were already shaping up to be a side to be reckoned with considering their stars across the field, and Shannon brings something extra after narrowly missing out on a VFL premiership. Matthew Johnston (Southern Districts) Matthew Johnston in the Southern Districts vs PINT 2023-24 NTFL men's elimination final. Picture: Pema Tamang Pakhrin There’s no lacking of form for this man who came into the 2024-25 season fresh off captaining East Point to a Ballarat grand final, while picking up the Henderson Medal. Johnston kicked 22 goals across the distance for his side and now in the NTFL for the second time is bringing that same influence to Southern Districts. The midfielder comes as a package deal with his brother Jordan Johnston and the pair are already putting in some standout performances in side full of weapons. Wyatt Ryan (Southern Districts) Wyatt Ryan and Jackson Broadbent as Southern Districts took on the Tiwi Bombers in Round 3 of the 2024-25 NTFL season. Picture: Pema Tamang Pakhrin Ryan has established himself as the dominant ruck of the 2024-25 NTFL season racking up the hit outs for his side full of midfield performers. The SANFL player for West Adelaide joined the Crocs in the 2023-24 season where he quickly formed a strong partnership with Matt Dennis. But this season he has made the rucking position his own with knock down stats frequently exceeding 40 in a match, while he can make an impact elsewhere as well. Connor West (St Mary’s) Connor West playing for St Mary's in the 2024-25 NTFL season. Picture: Patch Clapp / AFLNT Media The former West Coast Eagle has had a strong start to life in the Top End with back to back strong showings in the Saints outfit. A strong possession getter compliments the Green Machine’s midfield and will be important tool for the side as the season progresses. West plays for West Perth in the WAFL having returned to the club following the close of his AFL career at the end of the 2023 season and now brings that experience to the NTFL. Joel Garner (St Mary’s) Joel Garner playing for St Mary's in Round 3 of the 2024-25 NTFL season. Picture: Celina Whan / AFLNT Media The VFL player has already made a bit of a name for himself in the Top End competition with a Chaney medal winning performance in Saints most recent premiership. Garner is known for his big tackles and important possessions that increasingly come to the fore as a game rolls on giving Saints their spark even in the dying stages. He’s returned to the fold this season and brought some friends in Chad Harris and Kaelan Bradtke along for the ride. Liam O’Brien (St Mary’s) Liam O'Brien playing for St Mary's in the 2024-25 NTFL season. Picture: Patch Clapp / AFLNT Media A Queenslander who is enjoying his first season in the Top End with reigning premiers St Mary’s and is holding his own in the squad. O’Brien plays for Palm Beach Currumbin in the QAFL, a club that has reached finals for the past three seasons with him playing an important role. He gets through plenty of possessions at Saints and throws himself into the contests to find a way to pull his side on top. Marlion Pickett (Tiwi Bombers) Marlion Pickett playing for the Tiwi Bombers against the Darwin Buffaloes in Round 4 of the 2024-25 NTFL season. Picture: Pema Tamang Pakhrin There’s always question marks on how an established player will perform when they first tackle the Top End heat, but signing of the season Pickett hardly missed a beat. The Richmond premiership player is not only an inspiring, experienced head for the young Bombers outfit but a constant grafter in the action as much as he can be. His handy possessions have helped give the Bombers stability in their early success, and his ability to play across the ground, including in the ruck, is vital to the building side. Jackson Broadbent (Tiwi Bombers) Tiwi Bombers 201cm new recruit Jackson Broadbent (#39). Picture: AFLNT Media / Tymunna Clements. The 201cm former draft prospect has proved a vital cog in a Tiwi machine that has been on the rise in the 2024-25 season, and having a big unit in the middle has sure helped. Broadbent played his first two Top End games for Banks before getting the call up to the Bombers, where he’s played his role well in the middle allowing the likes of Karlson Kantilla to go forward. The West Australian played for Eaton Football Club in the South West Football League throughout 2024, and has previous experience with Peel Thunder and South Fremantle. Liam Odea (Waratah) Liam Odea playing for Waratah in the 2024-25 NTFL season. Picture: Jack Riddiford / AFLNT Media The gun midfielder from Woori Yallock has brought plenty of pace to the Waratah midfield and forward line. Odea can win clearances and knows how to use his skills in the contest to either create a scoring chance or go himself when the time comes. Recently played in the Outer East Football Netball League’s preliminary final where he was named among the best and is having similar standout performances in the Top End. Ricky Monti (Waratah) Waratah player Ricky Monti (32) on the ball. Picture: AFLNT Media / Patch Clapp. Monti is one of several newcomers to the Waratah outfit for the season and has taken to the Top End game admirably for a younger player. Has been rated one of the Bendigo’s premier midfielders in the past couple of seasons, and played for the Essendon VFL side earlier this year, and the skills he’s put on show in the NT reveal why. Gets plenty of the ball in a Waratah midfield full of great players and does what he needs to in order to impose himself. Jack Bambury (Waratah) Jack Bambury with the ball as Waratah took on Southern Districts in Round 1 of the 2024-25 NTFL season. Picture: Pema Tamang Pakhrin Bambury has been one of the big pickups for the new look Waratah outfit of the 2024-25 season and has rewarded the club with some huge showings. The rebounding half-back was one of the best players for Sebastopol throughout the Bendigo league season and helped form them into a premiership threat. And again in the red and whites he’s part of a Waratah side that will threaten for top honours as well, with Bambury having achieved five best players’ nods already. Jaxon East (Wanderers) Wanderers midfielder Jaxon East in action during the NTFL season. Picture: NTFL Media The premier ball winner at Wanderers was the shining light in the early stages of the season for the side with his instinctive ability to make an impact on the play. East can hold his own against any midfield and usually comes away with plenty of the footy, as proven in his 38 disposal showing against Districts in Round 2. He played a crucial role in the side’s opening win of the season and it was an outing the Muk Muks have built on since. Jack Sinclair (Wanderers) Jack Sinclair playing for Wanderers in the 2024-25 NTFL season. Picture: Tymunna Clements / AFLNT Media The hero from Wanderers Round 8 defeat of PINT with his last minute goal from the sideline that not only took the lead but sealed the deal in an incredibly tight tussle. Sinclair has been one of the big signings for the Eagles in the 2024-25 season with previous experience in the Murray Football League and the Kyabram District competition. His strong possessions have added some attacking flair to the side, while he has more than proven his ability to kick a goal in trying times. Jak Trewin (Wanderers) Jak Trewin for Wanderers against the Tiwi Bombers in Round 1 of the 2024-25 NTFL season. Picture: Pema Tamang Pakhrin The Wanderers top goal scorer has added some real spark to the much-changed rebuilding outfit he has joined in the NTFL. Trewin is a potent threat up forward in a side that has made additions across the ground, including Jeremy Piercy and Billy Crofts, and has 16 majors to his name and assisted more than a few more. The new Eagle recently featured in the Murray Football League final for Congupna having scored four goals, after scoring a hat trick on the same stage the season prior. 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The city of Greeley announced on Thursday that John Herge will join the city staff immediately as the director of strategy, a new position in the city government. “I am honored to join the City of Greeley and excited to contribute to its growth and development,” Herge said in a city news release. “I look forward to working closely with the city’s leadership, employees and community stakeholders to build a strong foundation that will support long-term success. Together, we will tackle key challenges and seize opportunities to enhance the quality of life for all residents.” Herge will bring more than 30 years of experience helping the growth of industries across a variety of sectors including energy, utilities, consumer products and government. Herge’s previous role before joining the city was as the director of transformation delivery advisory at KPMG LLP, one of the world’s four big accounting agencies, where he helped businesses and government groups become more efficient, implement advanced technology and align operations with long-term plans. “We are thrilled to welcome John to the city of Greeley,” Chief People Officer Kimberly Southern-Weber said in the release. “John’s experience in driving transformation, coupled with his collaborative approach will be invaluable as we work to enhance public services, promote economic growth, and address the challenges our community faces. His leadership will help guide Greeley’s long-term vision, ensuring that we are meeting the needs of our residents and creating a sustainable future for all.” As the director of strategy, Herge will work with the city’s leadership team to create strategies that will meet the needs of the community and will also help guide the city’s long-term vision, improve public services, and support economic and social development.
Senators rocked by Matt Gaetz's surprise attorney general withdrawal but admit 'it's a relief' The ex-lawmaker dropped from Congress last week to pursue his AG nomination CLICK HERE: Sign up for DailyMail.com's daily U.S. politics newsletter By JON MICHAEL RAASCH, POLITICAL REPORTER FOR DAILYMAIL.COM Published: 17:03 EST, 21 November 2024 | Updated: 17:05 EST, 21 November 2024 e-mail View comments Senators on both sides of the aisle were shocked upon finding out how quickly Matt Gaetz withdrew himself from consideration to be Donald Trump 's attorney general. The former Florida Republican surprisingly wrote on X Thursday afternoon that he was no longer seeking the top law enforcement position in the U.S. 'I had excellent meetings with Senators yesterday. I appreciate their thoughtful feedback - and the incredible support of so many,' Gaetz said. 'While the momentum was strong, it is clear that my confirmation was unfairly becoming a distraction to the critical work of the Trump/Vance Transition.' He then explained he would be withdrawing his name from consideration amid new allegations that he had a threesome involving a minor. It seemingly tanked his chances of being confirmed by a majority of the Senate . Senators were shocked by the news that his nomination was derailed eight days after Trump had tapped him for the job. 'There's a sense of relief of course,' Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., said in reaction. 'I think he did a pretty noble thing, frankly an honorable thing by getting out himself. I look forward to a new nominee that we can get fully behind,' he added. Even as Gaetz met with senators on Capitol Hill alongside Vice President-elect J.D. Vance earlier this week, many lawmakers seemed reluctant to back the firebrand. Ex-Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fl., dropped his bid to become attorney general for the upcoming Trump administration Thursday. Republican senators were shocked at his sudden withdrawal Matt Gaetz mets with Vice President-elect JD Vance and senators in the Capitol in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday Gaetz faces the release of a House Ethics Committee report alleging his involvement in sex with minors and drug use while in office CNN reported that a woman testified to the House Ethics Committee that she had two sexual encounters with Gaetz when she was 17. That allegedly included an encounter with another adult woman, CNN reported on Thursday, just prior to Gaetz's announcement that he would withdraw. The adult woman in question denied the incident. Gaetz has denied all of the allegations, and has reminded concerned senators skeptical of his record that Joe Biden's Justice Department investigated him for sex trafficking, but ultimately did not charge him . Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., who met with Gaetz on Wednesday, said there was no indication in his sit-down with the former Florida lawmaker was going to reverse course. Hawley admitted he found out Gaetz dropped his AG campaign via X, where the former nominee posted a statement explaining his reasoning for no longer pursuing the job. 'I mean, ultimately, at the end of the day, this is the President's call, and I trust his judgement on this, he's got to get a Cabinet that can implement his agenda,' Hawley said, indicating Trump was behind Gaetz's withdrawal. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., said Wednesday that the pair had a good meeting the day prior. He had also urged his colleagues not to act like a 'lynch mob' ready to convict Gaetz before reviewing his merits. But when DailyMail.com asked for his reaction immediately after Gaetz withdrew, he only offered 'no comment' and quickly walked off. Within the hour his office had released a new statement saying: 'I respect former Representative Matt Gaetz’s decision to withdraw his name from consideration and appreciate his willingness to serve at the highest level of our government.' 'He is very smart and talented and will continue to contribute to our nation’s wellbeing for years to come.' ‘Holy s**t I didn't see that coming!' Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania said sarcastically to reporters on Capitol Hill. 'Yes, he was the ultimate troll and people have the opportunity they can freak out over a thing and respond and if you want to do that ... you better to pace yourself though because it's not even Thanksgiving ,' he added. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., only offered 'no comment' after the surprising news Gaetz had withdrew himself from the AG nomination. Graham's office later released a statement in support of the withdrawal Senator Josh Hawley from Missouri speaks with the press outside the Senate Chamber after Matt Gaetz announced he would drop out of consideration for Attorney General It also came a day after the House Ethics Committee deadlocked on releasing a report into allegations of sexual misconduct and illegal drug use by Gaetz . Reports indicate that Gaetz was not able to get the support of moderate Republicans who would be needed to seal his confirmation. Sens. Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins and Mitch McConnell were thought to be among those Republicans unwilling to support the ex-lawmaker's appointment. 'I'm pleased with his decision,' Collins told reporters Thursday. 'Certainly there were a lot of red flags.' Gaetz and Vance were meeting with senators Wednesday to rally support for Gaetz's nomination Longtime GOP Senate leader McConnell responded to Gaetz's withdrawal: 'I think that was appropriate.' For Democrats universally applauded Gaetz's decision to drop his AG bid Thursday. Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., told DailyMail.com the withdrawal was ‘a positive step’ and that ‘I doubt very much that [Gaetz] would’ve been supported by the Senate.' 'It was bad judgment just to suggest him,' Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., said of Gaetz nomination. 'The first lesson of proposing anyone for a position of responsibility is to make sure that there are no skeletons, and he had skeletons that were hidden in plain sight.' Matt Gaetz Florida Politics CNN Capitol Hill Share or comment on this article: Senators rocked by Matt Gaetz's surprise attorney general withdrawal but admit 'it's a relief' e-mail Add comment
Historic Athens: Henderson County Food Pantry: Designed to Care7.0 earthquake off Northern California prompts brief tsunami warningx YouTube Video Listen to our archived episodes: Pandora | LibSyn | YouTube Support the show: Patreon | PayPal: 1x or monthly | Square Cash * David Waldman counts the days up f rom the future leader of the free world’s felony conviction as we count down the days until the words felony and conviction legally require quotation marks . In 29 days, there will be the first of several attempts to drown the government in a bathtub . However, there’s only hours until the weekend! Years before D lied to his voters , he just lied to people . Matt Gaetz was of course lied to , and of course part of a bigger lie . The truth will come out when Matt finally wears out his usefulness. Notorious dog rustler and foreclosure fraudster fluffer Pam Bondi will now find Gaetz’ cabinet member Botox and spray tan discounts , along with maybe a little something extra in her Christmas stocking , maybe a lot of something if she plays her cards right . Marjorie Taylor Greene has now stuck around long enough to become the doyenne of Congressional headcases and announced liaison to the super-geniuses at the Department of Purging Excellence . Sure, Marge is a moron , but how smart does one need to be, to be Elon’s federal rubber stamp and designated waterboarder of Anthony Fauci ? Do you know how RFK Jr. falsely denied his connection to a deadly measles outbreak in Samoa? He lied. Get over it, like you’ll be getting over a lot of things soon. A Trump judge canceled the overtime pay for millions coming in for the millions calling in sick. Meanwhile, droves of Haitians flee their shithole country ... to return to Haiti.
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