DAVID MARCUS: Deluded wine moms are actually committing deadly crimes, not simply ‘protesting’
There seems to be a bit of confusion in our society of late about what “civil disobedience” is and what it isn’t. Last week, this very confusion got 37-year-old Renee Good killed.
Political protest in the form of civil disobedience has a long and very proud tradition, from Mahatma Gandhi nonviolently defying the British in India, to our own Martin Luther King Jr. penning his eloquence from a Birmingham jail cell.
There is a stoic dignity to this practice, which in and of itself grants the words of its practitioners a gravity and profound humility.
What we are seeing across the country as organized gangs of wine moms use Antifa tactics to harass and impede Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents is not civil disobedience. It isn’t even protest. It’s just crime.
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The word “civil” in civil disobedience refers to the fact that the protester is allowing themselves to be arrested in order to emphasize just how important their cause is to them. It is also generally done in a context that threatens minimal harm to police and bystanders.
Today, across the country, but especially in bastions of democratic socialism like Minneapolis, Portland and Seattle, we see something entirely different: bands of people following, harassing, doxxing and sometimes engaging in direct assault against ICE agents.
What these ICE Watch groups across the country, of which Good was reportedly a trained member, do is entirely different. They are trying to impede federal agents from carrying out democratically enacted laws, not sending a message, and importantly, they are trying to evade capture.
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Sorry, that is crime, not protest.
Further, we need to ask ourselves, quite seriously, if groups of people training and then executing missions that put law enforcement and the public in harm’s way may, in fact, be criminal conspiracies.
If one’s job is to be a neighborhood lookout for a street drug dealing operation, that is a crime. It’s not entirely clear why doing the same thing to protect illegal immigrants, including many of whom are vicious criminals, isn’t a similar activity.
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According to a recent poll, only 24% of Americans believe that it is acceptable to go beyond peaceful protest in response to ICE enforcement. But among White women 18-44, that number leaps to an astounding 61%.
Maybe they are listening to too many true crime podcasts, but we have to ask ourselves, how on Earth did this become acceptable behavior in our society?
The short answer is that for most of this century, our law enforcement agencies and courts have just let it happen. They have decided that some criminal activity is just fine so long as your cause is just.
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This often begins with infractions of the law that border on silly, such as throwing a Subway sandwich at a cop, but then the sandwich becomes a snowball, then a lock, and the next thing you know people are striking federal agents with SUVs.
The video of Good and her partner heckling and, let’s be honest, goading ICE officers with an obnoxious smugness that makes most people’s skin crawl, is just one of many.
We see these self-important White women doing it in video after video after video, taunting cops, insulting journalists or even bystanders, often with a weird and disturbing glee.
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Let’s be clear, this is happening because we let it happen. Where I live in West Virginia, if I saw a state trooper had pulled over a friend of mine and decided to start throwing things at the cop, I would rightfully be arrested. So why are the rules different when opposing ICE?
The responsible thing for every Democrat in politics and in the media to do today, right now, is to tell their audiences that it is never OK to assault a cop, it is never OK to impede a federal investigation, and they need to knock it off.
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Instead, Friday saw Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., riling up a Minnesota crowd from the back of a pickup truck saying, “You all have insisted that this resistance is not one that can be intimidated.” If she was referring to using automobiles to thwart federal agents, as she seemed to be, that is simply a call for insurrection.
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In fact, there is good reason to believe that anyone who would say that should not be in Congress.
Sadly, Democrats will not do the responsible thing, even though it would protect their own supporters such as Good, who should still be alive today.
No, there is only one answer here; enforcing the law.
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And here is my warning: If we do not enforce the law, if we simply allow these cosplaying would-be revolutionaries to do whatever they want, including hitting cops with cars, Renee Good will not be the last to needlessly die.
This madness needs to end, and it needs to end right now.
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Trump poised to hit Iran ‘very hard’ as regime allegedly kills dozens of protesters
Retired Gen. Jack Keane called on the Trump administration to confront Iran’s leadership head-on, urging a final warning before taking action against officials he says are responsible for violently cracking down on protesters.
“The president has told them, ‘If you kill them, I’m coming for you,’” Keane said during an appearance on “Life, Liberty & Levin” on Saturday.
“They’ve already killed more than 40 people, and they’ve jailed many more. And in jail, they will execute them.”
As nationwide anti-regime demonstrations across Iran hit the two-week mark, Keane argued that President Donald Trump should now follow through by issuing one last warning before targeting those responsible for maintaining an iron grip on the population.
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“I think the president could give one more warning and then take down some of the leaders responsible for conducting violence against the Iranian population,” Keane said.
“I believe that we have the leverage here to actually curtail this behavior.”
This comes as multiple Israeli sources told Reuters that the Trump administration is weighing possible U.S. military intervention.
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Fox News Digital previously reached out to the State Department and White House for comment.
Trump voiced support for the protesters in a Truth Social post on Saturday, writing, “Iran is looking at FREEDOM, perhaps like never before. The USA stands ready to help!!!”
The president also said at a Friday news conference that the U.S. would respond forcefully if the regime resorts to mass violence.
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“We’ll be hitting them very hard where it hurts. And that doesn’t mean boots on the ground, but it means hitting them very, very hard where it hurts,” he said.
Keane noted Trump’s outspokenness on behalf of the Iranian people, calling him the first president to voice explicit support for protesters.
“This president has done that, and I think he will likely have to follow through on it,” he added.
During a Sunday appearance on “Fox & Friends Weekend,” retired Navy Vice Adm. Robert Harward called Iranian regime change “inevitable.”
“This president does what he says. He’s made that very clear in Venezuela and other places, so it’s going to happen,” he said.
“We stand behind the people of Iran. And don’t forget what Iran was in the ’70s: a prosperous nation that enjoyed all the values and support of the West, so I believe this is four or five decades in the coming — It will happen.”
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Bears’ Ben Johnson fires verbal shots at Green Bay following wild card triumph
Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson was jubilant following his team’s comeback playoff victory over the Green Bay Packers on Saturday night, 31-27.
Johnson and the Bears’ players celebrated in the locker room as Johnson kicked off his postgame speech with an explicit message.
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“F— the Packers!” Johnson said. “F— them! F—ing hate those guys.”
The rivalry between the Bears and Packers is certainly revved up. Johnson threw gasoline on the fire when he first joined the Bears when he was asked why he chose Chicago. He said he “kinda enjoyed beating Matt LaFleur twice a year.”
The message sparked a few icy handshakes during the season, including one after the playoff game. Chicago went 1-1 against Green Bay in the regular season and defeated them when it counted the most.
The first-year head coach praised his players for their gritty performance, coming off two losses and going into halftime down 21-3. Johnson said his team was “built for pressure.”
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The Bears outscored the Packers, 25-6, in the fourth quarter. Caleb Williams had two touchdown passes in the quarter, including the 25-yard go-ahead touchdown pass to D.J. Moore.
Williams was 24-of-48 with 361 passing yards, two touchdown passes and two interceptions.
Packers quarterback Jordan Love was 24-of-46 with 323 passing yards and four touchdown passes.
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It will be Chicago’s first appearance in the NFC Divisional round since the 2010 season.
Young CVS clerk killed in Christmas Day robbery while filling in for co-worker
RIVERHEAD, N.Y. — Eddy Cine Jr., a 23-year-old aspiring computer technician, volunteered to cover for a co-worker on Christmas Day for his job as a CVS clerk in Lindenhurst, New York.
An armed robber stabbed him to death minutes before the end of his shift, at around 7 p.m., Suffolk County police said.
Now his suspected killer, a 43-year-old ex-con named John Pilaccio, of Lindenhurst, is facing a charge of first-degree murder — a more serious charge than suspected assassin Luigi Mangione in New York City.
“He took a Gatorade,” Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney said at a news briefing after the alleged killer’s arraignment Wednesday. “According to post-arrest statements, the motivation was robbery.”
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An unprovoked Pilaccio allegedly demanded money and stabbed Cine in the chest with a knife, then jumped over the counter, stabbed him more and eventually fled, according to Tierney’s office.
He allegedly told investigators he had $25,000 in credit card debt.
He also had a violent criminal record that included a tire iron attack 20 years ago and had been discharged from parole at some time before the murder, Tierney said.
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“A number of the laws that have been passed have really made our parole system a joke,” he told reporters, singling out a change that blocks parole officers from having their parolees re-incarcerated for failure to comply with the terms of their release.
“If that’s the case, then why have parole?” he said.
Police arrived within minutes and applied first aid before an ambulance rushed Cine to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead from his injuries.
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The Suffolk County Medical Examiner’s Office listed his cause and manner of death as a homicide by sharp-force wounds to both his head and chest.
County authorities also criticized CVS over the handling of surveillance video of the incident, which they say wasn’t shared in a timely fashion. Tierney warned that if evidence isn’t turned over voluntarily, his office can and will seek search warrants.
A CVS spokesperson thanked Suffolk police for their rapid response and said the company had provided initial surveillance video on the night of the incident and allowed officers to watch it from inside the store. The company gave over additional footage the following morning.
“We’re devastated over the tragic stabbing that occurred inside our East Montauk Highway store on Christmas night,” the spokesperson said. “Edeedson Cine was a valued member of the store team, known for his strong work ethic. During his time with CVS, he was a hard-working and dedicated employee and his loss is felt by all of us. Our thoughts are with Edeedson’s family, friends and colleagues during this difficult time.”
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Cine was one of four siblings and grew up in a tight-knit family from West Babylon, according to an online obituary. He had attended the Hunter Business School and hobbies included cooking and music. He played the drums and had been a member of youth and children’s choirs.
Tierney described him as a “remarkable young man” and a credit to the community. The Hunter Business School, where he had studied to become a computer technician, revealed that his father, Ed Cine Sr., is an instructor there.
“Ed, we are standing with you,” the school said in a statement. “Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers are with the entire Cine family.”
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Pilaccio was arrested a day after the slaying and had initially been arrested on a charge of second-degree murder — which in New York state is the typical charge for a premeditated homicide. However, Tierney said that under state law, committing a murder in furtherance of a robbery justifies the higher charge of first-degree murder, which carries a sentence of life without parole.
In the Mangione case, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office had attempted to charge the accused assassin with first-degree murder, alleging that the slaying was an act of terror. However, a city judge tossed the top charge, leaving second-degree murder charges in its place.
The maximum sentence for second-degree murder in New York does include a chance at parole.
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Greg Rogers, a former FBI agent, attorney and criminal justice professor at Utah Valley University, told Fox News Digital previously that he believes the judge “made a grievous error” in his decision to drop the top charge against Mangione.
“They did charge terrorism, because they’re actually convinced they could prove it,” he said. “Terrorism statutes are, and this isn’t an oversimplification, if you commit a homicide in furtherance of a political motive, which he allegedly did, that satisfies that statute.”
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As for Pilaccio, he is being held without bail at the Suffolk County Jail in Riverhead. He’s due back in court on Feb. 23.
His attorney did not return a call seeking comment.
Saving that half-empty wine bottle? Texas bar owner shares how long you actually have
You might have an opened bottle of wine from a recent celebration and wonder, “Is this still good?”
Wine that’s been open for too long may not make you sick — but it won’t taste the way it was intended, according to the “Wine Country” blog.
Leaving wine open for too long can strip its brightness, dull its aromas and mute its flavors, experts say.
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In the worst cases, opened wine can develop a sour, vinegary taste.
What’s a good rule of thumb for opening and storing wines?
Dana Sacco, owner of The Empty Glass in Tomball, Texas, said there’s a reason opened wine doesn’t taste good forever.
Once opened, it’s “exposed to more oxygen, heat, light, yeast and bacteria,” the wine bar owner said.
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Those factors cause chemical reactions that alter the quality of the wine, Sacco said, which is why refrigeration is key.
“Storing wine in lower temperatures will help slow down these chemical reactions and keep opened wine fresher longer,” she said.
How long your wine can last depends heavily on the type, the wine expert said.
Sparkling wines can last between one and two days without losing too much of their flavor, while light white wines and rosés can last between four and five days, according to Sacco.
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Rich white wines should generally be consumed within three to five days after opening, with red wine having a similar timeline, Sacco said.
She noted that port is the sturdiest wine in this regard, as it can be consumed between one and three weeks after it’s opened.
In some cases, Sacco said, opening wine can actually improve its taste.
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“Aerating wines helps soften tannins, release complex scents and elevate your overall tasting experience,” Sacco said. “Full-bodied reds are normally better aerated.”
“Wine is supposed to be fun and educational, along with enjoyable,” she added.
If you want to preserve your wine at the best quality, Sacco recommends using wine pumps, which reduce the oxygen inside the bottle.
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“It helps the wine stay better longer,” she said.
Somali-American city councilor in Maine resigns after indictment and residency probe
A Somali man elected city councilor in Maine has resigned days after taking office following his indictment on a felony charge and an investigation over his residency in the district he served, according to local reports.
Iman Osman, who served as a city councilor in Lewiston, wrote in a resignation letter sent to Lewiston Mayor Carl Sheline and City Council President David Chittim that he did not come to the decision lightly, WMTW-TV reported.
“For the betterment of our community and in the best interest of our city, I believe it is time for me to step aside,” Osman wrote in the letter. “I hope my resignation serves as a call to action for those who remain — an opportunity to reflect on the values of respect, inclusivity and kindness that should guide our public service.”
Osman’s resignation comes after a grand jury indicted him on Dec. 1 on charges stemming from the alleged theft of two firearms between Nov. 15, 2023, and Oct. 11, 2024, according to the outlet.
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Osman pleaded not guilty at his arraignment in Lewiston District Court on Tuesday, Maine Public reported.
Osman also faced scrutiny over his residence, which was listed in the indictment as an address that has been condemned since October 2024, according to the reports.
On Monday, the Lewiston City Council voted 6-1 for Osman to be investigated over his residency. Osman was the sole vote against the investigation.
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Osman claimed in his letter that he faced “racist opposition” during his city council campaign and was bombarded with “vicious personal attacks” while serving in office.
Osman’s attorney, Kiernan Majerus-Collins, told WMTW that he believes the national rhetoric about the Somali community sparked an increase in the backlash against Osman.
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“The fact that the Trump administration is targeting Somali and Somali Americans across the country, absolutely played a role in ginning up the kind of hatred and threats of violence that ultimately forced him to conclude that he could no longer serve in public office at this time,” he said.
California hemorrhages $1T in wealth as billionaire tax proposal advances
Venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya says California’s proposed billionaire tax is accelerating an exodus of ultra-wealthy residents, a shift he argues will worsen and not solve the state’s budget deficit.
Palihapitiya, who has been tracking capital flight from the Golden State, said California has so far lost an estimated $1 trillion.
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“We had $2T of billionaire wealth just a few weeks ago. Now, 50% of that wealth has left – taking their income tax revenue, sales tax revenue, real estate tax revenue and all their staffs (and their salaries and income taxes) with them,” Palihapitiya wrote on X on Sunday.
Even as the measure remains under consideration for the November statewide ballot, some of Silicon Valley’s most prominent figures warn it could trigger an exodus of founders and capital.
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California has long depended on its billionaire class, among the largest in the nation, to help fund the state budget.
“California billionaires were reliable taxpayers,” Palihapitiya wrote.
“They were the sheep you could shear forever. Now California will lose this revenue source forever. Unless this ballot initiative is pulled, we will not stop the billionaire exodus. With no rich people left in California, the middle class will have to foot the bill.”
His comments come as California voters consider a proposed ballot initiative backed by the Service Employees International Union–United Healthcare Workers West that would impose a one-time 5% tax on the assets of California residents worth more than $1 billion.
Supporters say the revenue could help offset federal funding cuts for healthcare.
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In December, California Gov. Gavin Newsom said he opposed the proposed billionaire tax, while cautioning against panic over the measure.
“It’s not something to be panicked about, but it’s part of the broader concern and narrative that’s developed in this country of the haves and have-nots, not just income inequality, but wealth inequality,” Newsom told an audience at The New York Times DealBook conference.
Youth hockey players unleash fury in wild on-ice melee during AHL intermission
One of the wildest fights of the hockey season may have occurred during the intermission of an American Hockey League game between the Hershey Bears and the Cleveland Monsters.
The Bears’ “Mites on Ice” segment features youth hockey players competing against each other during intermission. However, competitive play turned into an all-out brawl involving players from the Central Penn Panthers Youth Ice Hockey Club.
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The club said Sunday it was investigating the events that occurred leading up to the brawl.
“We have been made aware of an incident that occurred last night during the ‘Mites on Ice’ event between periods of the Hershey Bears game,” the organization said. “The safety, well-being, and positive experience of all participants—especially our young players—are of the utmost importance.
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“We are currently conducting an internal review to fully understand the circumstances surrounding the incident. This review will include gathering information from all relevant parties and assessing the situation thoroughly and responsibly.”
The club said it didn’t want to draw conclusions until the investigation was complete.
“At this time, we believe it is important to allow this process to take place before drawing conclusions. We appreciate the patience and understanding of our families, partners, and community as we work through this matter.”
It’s not the first time this season the Bears have had a “Mites on Ice” fight.
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Another brawl took place on Dec. 20 between youth hockey players. It didn’t appear anyone was injured.
Crew in limbo after ‘unprecedented’ medical emergency aboard space station, expert says
NASA has made an “unprecedented” decision to bring a crew home early from the International Space Station after a medical emergency in orbit, marking the first time in the station’s 25-year history that a mission has been cut short for health reasons.
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said Thursday that a single crew member experienced a medical situation aboard the station on Jan. 7 and is now stable. After consultations with medical and agency leadership, he ordered the early return of the crew.
“For over 60 years, NASA has set the standard for safety and security in crewed space flight,” Isaacman said during a news conference Thursday. “The health and the well-being of our astronauts is always and will be our highest priority.”
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Isaacman said the SpaceX Dragon Endeavour spacecraft would bring Crew-11 back to Earth within the coming days, ahead of their planned return later this year. The crew arrived at the ISS in August and was set to spend six to eight months there.
The crew includes Commander Zena Cardman, pilot Mike Fincke, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency astronaut Kimiya Yui and Russian cosmonaut Oleg Platonov.
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Space historian and NASA expert Rod Pyle said the decision represents a historic first in U.S. human spaceflight.
“The declaration of a medical emergency in space is unprecedented, certainly in the operation of the International Space Station, which has been crewed continuously for 25 years,” Pyle said. “They did have one notable medical emergency, in the past, when an astronaut suffered deep vein thrombosis, but they were able to actually stabilize that in orbit and continue on the mission.”
“This is the first time in the history of the ISS, and as far as I remember, the first time in the history of the American space program, where somebody had to be brought home early, in effect, evacuated from orbit.”
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Pyle, who worked at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory and the Johnson Space Center, lauded Isaacman’s decision, while discussing the research implications.
“The ripple effects of this are pretty significant. Certainly, they’re nothing as serious as having a life-threatening medical issue,” he said. “So it’s the right decision for them to come home. And I think we’re all happy that Jared Isaacman was in the seat to make that decision as the new NASA administrator. I think he handled this very well.”
Pyle explained that nearly half the astronauts’ time on the ISS is spent on research and daily activity, while the other time is spent on maintenance and repair due to the space station’s condition.
“Now some of that load will probably be handed off to the astronauts that remain behind. That’ll be three of them. But this does throw a bit of a ripple into the works. And what’s kind of critical about that, this would be important at any time, but we don’t have a lot of time left with the International Space Station as it is being de-orbited in 2030. It remains to be seen how quickly the private companies will be replacing it.”