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Kavanaugh Brings His Voter Suppression Record To A Court That Just Upheld A State’s ID Law

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N ewly minted Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh ’s approval of voter suppression laws was not needed in a high court ruling on Tuesday which allowed a state to enforce its voter ID requirement for the 2018 elections.   See Also: Brett Kavanaugh’s First Supreme Court Cases Will Seriously Affect Black America The court declined to overrule an appeals court order that permitted North Dakota to require government ID at the polls, The Hill reported. A group of Native Americans had challenged the ID requirement. Looking ahead, Kavanaugh brings a record on voter suppression cases that makes the court even less sympathetic to the concerns of people of color. Indeed, during his confirmation process, People for the American Way, a progressive advocacy group, warned that Kavanaugh “will threaten hard-won protections for the right to vote.” “The question is not whether Justice Kavanaugh will move the court in a more conservative and hostile direction on constitutional and civil rights, but instead how swiftly he will do so and how sweeping will the court’s rulings be,” Kristen Clarke , president and executive director of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, said in a statement to NewsOne . These two Supreme Court cases being heard this week by Brett Kavanaugh will seriously affect Black America. https://t.co/sHqBzd41CN pic.twitter.com/T2XCom8iVv — NewsOne (@newsone) October 8, 2018 The Native American group argued that the ID law disproportionately affected their population because a significant number of Native Americans live on reservations without standard address required to obtain the IDs. Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg  filed a dissenting opinion, which Justice Elena Kagan joined. As an appellate court judge, Kavanaugh “demonstrated his lack of commitment to racial justice” in a 2012 South Carolina voter ID case, the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights said. Kavanaugh wrote an opinion for a three-judge panel upholding a South Carolina voter ID law that was objected to by the U.S. Department of Justice because of the significant racial disparities in the law’s photo ID requirement, the Leadership Conference explained. The ruling affected approximately 60,000 nonwhite voters who were previously registered. SEE ALSO: Meet Kim Jackson, Brett Kavanaugh’s Black Supreme Court Law Clerk Policy That Terrorized Black People Expected To Be Supported By Trump And Kavanaugh [ione_media_gallery src=”https://newsone.com” id=”3830797″ overlay=”true”]

Kavanaugh Brings His Voter Suppression Record To A Court That Just Upheld A State’s ID Law

John-David Duggar and Abbie Grace Burnett: They… Are… Courting!

John-David Duggar has apparently come out of the closet. No, not like that . You do know which famous family he’s a part of, right? Last summer, though, we EXCLUSIVELY reported that John-David was involved in a secret courtship . That may or may not have been the case at the time. But now this Counting On cast member has gone public with a verified courtship, confirming to Us Weekly that he has taken this very, very serious step with Abbie Grace Burnett. “Abbie and I are just so excited, we’ve known of each other for several years,” the 28-year-old told the aforementioned tabloid of this relationship, adding: “We fell in love very quickly and it’s been a wonderful journey thus far.” This exciting piece of news comes about two years after Jinger Duggar sort of claimed that her brother was involved with some other woman, as questions about John-David’s love life have been plaguing the Internet for a long time now. The guy is 28 years old after all. That’s like retirement age for the Duggars in terms of courting, marrying and then having many babies. He’s fallen way behind already! This comes as little surprise to anyone familiar with John-David, as he’s considered the most quiet of almost all Duggars and perhaps the one least interested in the spotlight. John-David is Michelle and Jim Bob’s second-oldest son, the twin brother of fan favorite Jana Duggar… yet you probably know very little about him. He works as a pilot, firefighter and sheriff’s deputy and he sometimes clashes with his conversation/controlling father. There’s even been talk that Duggar may walk away from reality television entirely ! Abbie, who is 26, says the following to Us Weekly about when her love first bloomed for this reluctant TLC cast member: “John flew in for a church event here in Oklahoma where I’m from. We really got connected then.” Well… okay then! We see that she is a woman of few words. No wonder these two get along so well! According to the now-defunct BurnettFamily10 blog that was once run by Burnett’s family, Abbie had seven siblings as of 2010, including a brother whose hyphenated name is strikingly similar to that of her future husband. On the archived “About” section of this since-deleted blog, her siblings are listed as John-Clay, Hannah, Caleb, Charity, twins Maggie and Carinna and Benjamin. And according to the TLC website, Abbie works as a nurse, which makes her a perfect match for volunteer first responder John-David. She also resides in Oklahoma, while John-David lives in Arkansas with his family. We wonder where they will live if they get married. “Big news! #JohnDavidDuggar has a special someone,” wrote TLC on its official Instagram account this week, adding as a tease: “Visit TLCme.com to meet the happy couple, and learn more about #AbbieBurnett.” Wow. She has her own hashtag. This really must be serious! John-David one quipped that he’ll be a “bachelor until the rapture,” so he truly must have intense feelings for Abbie. Or he must feel intense pressure from his loved ones. Either way… best of luck to the new and official couple! View Slideshow: Duggar Family Courtship Application: Revealed! Bizarre! 423 Questions Long!!

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Cardi B and Offset: Married! Cardi Confirms Secret Ceremony

Cardi B and Offset are expecting their first child and the public believed that the two were engaged. They are not. As it turns out, Cardi and Offset got married in a secret wedding ceremony … all the way back in September of 2017. The public engagement that we all saw was just a sham. Sounds fake, right? But Cardi herself has confirmed the news. Take a look: Cardi B prefaced her confirmation by tweeting: “This why i name my album ‘Invasion of privacy’ cause people will do the most to be nosey about your life,” she wrote, commenting on one of the great pitfalls of being a celebrity. Cardi then went on to express a degree of fatalism about how fans can be intrusive. Succinctly, she wrote: “Welp f–k it.” “There are so many moments that I share with the world,” Cardi’s tweet began. That makes sense, given that she’s on social media in the first place. The “Bodak Yellow” singer goes on to explain that she still very much values her privacy. “And there are moments,” Cardi writes. “that I want to keep for myself!” That makes sense. She may be a public figure — and by choice — but she still has a right to privacy. Cardi explains: “Getting married was one of those moments!” Note that she says was. As in, she has already done so. She is already confirming what many fans already believed — that she and Offset are not merely engaged, but have gotten married. The wedding was secret, but the marriage is no longer under wraps. Many fans are of course wondering why Cardi would not only keep it private, but have a secret wedding in the first place. She understands that, and so she does the best that she can to explain her reasoning. “Our relationship was so new,” Cardi writes. That is not normally cited as a reason for marriage, but okay. She then describes how the two of them were “breaking up and making up and we had a lot of growing to do.” Cardi acknowledges these struggles, “but we [were] so in love.” Ah, yes, love. Usually a healthy component in marriages. “We didn’t want to lose each other,” Cardi explains. Cardi even sheds some light on how this secret wedding went down. “We found someone to marry us,” Cardi writes. “And she did, just the two of us and my cousin.” To clarify, we’re reasonably confident that she’s saying that her cousin is the one who officiated the marriage. Cardi and her cousin did not both marry Offset. Cardi describes the powerful occassion. “I said I do,” Cardi writes. “With no dress, no makeup, and no ring!” Hey, plenty of people have nude weddings. You don’t need a dress to say “yes.” So Cardi explains the very public proposal that Offset made — a proposal that the world now knows was a sham. “I appreciate and love my husband so much for still wanting for me have that special moment that every girl dreams of,” Cardi gushes. She describes “when he got down on his knee and put a ring on my finger and he did that for me!!” (Has anyone else noticed that her writing rhymes a lot?) Cardi finishes her message. “Well now since you lil nosey f–ks know,” Cardi writes with what we assume is a playful tone. “At least ya can stop saying I had a baby out of wedlock.” That’s fair. Though that sort of thing really shouldn’t matter. It’s worth noting that Cardi B’s televised wedding , of which so many fans had fantasized, could have been worth $1 million. Did nosy fans screw up that whole idea … or was Cardi never going to have a big, official wedding anyway? Congratulations to Cardi on her secretly wedded bliss. And extra congratulations to Offset, since he landed an incredibly gorgeous and talented woman.

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Scandal Shocker: Who May Be Dead?!?

By the lofty, suspenseful, bat $hit crazy and awesome standards set by Shonda Rhimes, Scandal Season 6 has been somewhat of a disappointment. Up until last night, the first half of this latest run could mostly be summed up by one sentence: Rowan killed Frankie Vargas. Aside from that development, nothing has really stood out on what has long been considered the most twisty and turny show on television. But then the final minute of Scandal Season 6 Episode 7 aired. And our jaws have remained on the floor ever since, having dropped completely at the hour’s stunning conclusion. As the build up to this cliffhanger, we witnessed Huck get close to Phoebe Neidhart’s Meg, the friend of Jennifer Fields, who was just revealed last week to still be alive. Meg demanded answers about her friend’s supposed death, specifically pushing for Olivia to assist her and asking all kinds of questions about the heroine of Huck. Following some hot and heavy floor sex, Huck attempted to shut this problem down by introducing Meg to Jennifer Fields, who, of course, isn’t actually dead. Problem solved, right? It appears to be when Jennifer seemed psyched to see her friend… until Meg took out a gun and shot her in the chest. From there, the episode leaped ahead to Meg having a sit-down with Abby in a park. “Is it done?” Abby asked, as viewers wondered whether she could truly be the traitor. After hearing the confirmation of Jennifer’s murder, Abby went ahead and really made us gasp with her follow-up and inquiry: “And Huck?” Ummm…. WHAT?!? Huh? Say it isn’t so, Abby! Please! The action then cut back to that hotel room Jennifer had been hiding out in, with Meg turning her weapon on Huck and shooting him directly in the chest. Numerous times.  “Don’t worry, Ms. Wheelan. He’ll have no idea you were part of this,” Meg told Abby at the park. Is that because Huck is dead? For real? It wouldn’t shock us is the character was wearing a bulletproof vest, but it also wouldn’t totally shock us if he’s gone forever. It’s been awhile since Scandal featured a major death. Huck, of course, was on a mission from Olivia to kill her dad and learned in the process that Rowan was told to kill Frankie by someone who threatened a person close to him. Moreover, this same individual had planted a mole by Olivia’s side who possessed the power to “say the word, and she’s dead.” Could this really be Abby? The series clearly wants us to believe it is right now. View Slideshow: Scandal Cast Through the Years All we know for certain is that you better stop what you’re doing and watch Scandal online if you somehow missed this show-altering episode. Did we say “show-altering?” We meant “life-altering.” While we ponder the two major storylines to come out of Scandal Season 6 Episode 7, we want to hear from viewers and readers. You tell us: IS HUCK REALLY DEAD? Yes, may he rest in peace! No way! I don’t watch. View Poll »

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Alicia Keys Is Joining ‘The Voice’ As A Talent Coach

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In addition to putting the finishing touches on her sixth studio album and raising two sons, the singer will also join the cast of NBC’s “The Voice” as a coach.

Alicia Keys Is Joining ‘The Voice’ As A Talent Coach

Senator Orrin Hatch’s Epic New Reason For Obstructing Pres. Obama’s Supreme Court Nomination Of Merrick Garland

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Turns out “professional political activists” and their well-printed signs are all the confirmation Hatch needed to go forth in good faith obstructing Garland’s nomination to the highest court in the land.

Senator Orrin Hatch’s Epic New Reason For Obstructing Pres. Obama’s Supreme Court Nomination Of Merrick Garland

Get It Together: Senate Democrats Pushing GOP To Vote On Loretta Lynch’s Confirmation

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Republicans are holding up the confirmation process for Attorney General nominee Loretta Lynch over one key issue. The GOP is really dragging its heels on…

Get It Together: Senate Democrats Pushing GOP To Vote On Loretta Lynch’s Confirmation

My name is Talisa and I’m 17 years old from Brisbane, Australia….

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My name is Talisa and I’m 17 years old from Brisbane, Australia. I have been a belieber for as long as I can remember. I have seen Justin a few times live before and saw him in person, but missed out on a photo with him when he had come to Australia previous times. In June 2013 I remember sitting and listening to the radio when they announced that Justin was coming back to Australia for the Believe Tour in November/December 2013. Right after they said there would be meet and greet package in Australia, I knew that I had to get one. During all pre-sales, I missed out on meet and greets in all states. I entered every competition they had to win meet and greets, but I pretty much had faced the fact I wasn’t going to meet him. Later, in September they released an extra show in Brisbane and I was determined once again to try for the meet and greets, but I didn’t get my hopes up. On the first pre-sale I tried like every other time and one minute after they went on sale I had got one! I was still so confused and shocked. I wasn’t sure if it was real. I got my confirmation email saying I had just purchased ‘ONE VIP MEET AND GREET PACKAGE.’ I sat there crying on the phone to my best friend and it was honestly the best feeling knowing I was going to meet my idol and finally get a photo. Finally November 26th had arrived. I went to the venue not really knowing anyone and straight away became friends with so many others that were just as excited as I was! We picked up our tickets and got our VIP lanyards and wristbands. We waited hours for Justin, then finally he arrived and we formed our line. We were close to the front and I could hear other fans go in and meet him. I realized it was going to happen. I was panicking about what I would do when I got in. Myself, along with a few other girls were let into the black curtain and I saw him. I was in complete awe of him, he was perfect and just looked so unreal. It was my turn and I walked up and wrapped my arms around him. I couldn’t see or hear anything else. It was like it was just me and him, as crazy as it sounds. I told him I loved him and he said it back so sweetly. I thanked him and he gave me such a sweet smile as I walked out. I was quickly rushed out but he kept eye contact with me until I was completely out of the room. I couldn’t believe what had just happened. I was in shock, I had finally met Justin. If you haven’t met Justin yet or seen him live, never ever give up. It sounds cheesy I know but if you believe in your dreams, they will happen! -Talisa (@fredofries) Go here to read the rest: My name is Talisa and I’m 17 years old from Brisbane, Australia….

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Kris Jenner-Bruce Jenner Separation: Real or a Ratings Ploy?

Kris Jenner and Bruce Jenner announced their separation yesterday. But there will be no divorce, both sides have made clear. The couple will remain legally married and also remain close to their children. So, many are now wondering, what was the point of the announcement? It’s been no secret that Bruce and Kris have been mostly living apart for months now. Why go public and make some big deal of it? Kris Jenner Separation: Just a Ratings Ploy? Unless there’s a publicity-based reason for the confirmation. Insiders tell TMZ that Bruce filmed scenes for Keeping Up with the Kardashians yesterday, not long after the separation statement went out. These same sources also say Season 9 is still very much a go and that the state of Bruce and Kris’ relationship will be used as a major storyline. When asked for his reaction to the split yesterday, Bruce cursed off a cameraman , meaning he won’t exactly be going on record with his side any time soon. This gives us no choice but to question and speculate: Could this be nothing more than a ratings ploy by the family? Are you surprised by the Jenner marriage falling apart?   Yes, shocked! No, it’s been clear for awhile now No, it’s just a Keeping Up with the Kardashians storyline View Poll »

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My name is Alissa, I’m 15 and I’m from a small…

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My name is Alissa, I’m 15 and I’m from a small village near Frankfurt in Germany. I want to tell you guys my Bieber experience. I never thought that I would ever meet him. I always dreamed that I would get the opportunity to meet Justin, but never thought it would really come true. It all started when the tickets for the Believe tour had been released. At first I bought tickets for the Golden Circle. I think I was the happiest girl in the world but one day when I came back from school, my mum told me that she has a big surprise for me. She told me I have to check my emails. There it was, the confirmation that I had a meet & greet ticket for the Believe tour. I couldn’t believe it. The 260 days until the day went by so fast. Then the day was here where I, Alissa Nane, meet the boy I fell in love with in 2009. On this morning I stayed up by crying, shaking and I don’t even know what was happening. In the car I went crazy and I was crying so hard because I knew that I would meet JUSTIN DREW BIEBER in a few hours. After waiting around for about four hours we were finally taken down backstage to meet him. We also met Dan Kanter. After waiting a few minutes, it was my turn. Justin smiled at me and his eyes twinkled. I was so flashed that I couldn’t say anything. All I could feel was my heart beating so fast. He was so beautiful, he was more beautiful than in videos or pictures. After we had smiled for the picture I walked out of the meet and greet room. I burst into tears and fell to the ground. I couldn’t believe that and I can’t believe this now. It is still so unreal.  All I can do is stare at my picture with Justin. I hope my story gives you hope and if you guys keep believing, you’ll meet Justin too. I love you Justin. Thank you for that amazing day, and thank you for making me smile when I needed it the most. I will never forget 3rd of March, 2013. -@itsalizza Read more: My name is Alissa, I’m 15 and I’m from a small…

My name is Alissa, I’m 15 and I’m from a small…