Source: NurPhoto / Getty Given the rise of states approving medical and recreational marijuana , government regulation of the plant seems to be a natural next step. A bill that was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives could drastically change rules surrounding marijuana ‘s controlled substances standing and have it be regulated similarly to alcohol. Forbes reports : The new bill filed in the House on Wednesday by Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) is titled the Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol Act. If passed, it would remove cannabis from the federal Controlled Substances Act. “While the bill number may be a bit tongue in cheek, the issue is very serious. Our federal marijuana laws are outdated, out of touch and have negatively impacted countless lives,” Blumenauer said in a press release. “Congress cannot continue to be out of touch with a movement that a growing majority of Americans support. It’s time to end this senseless prohibition.” The outlet points out the clever use of 420 in the congressional bill, which is a significant number in cannabis culture as most enthusiasts are well aware of. The number has also been used in a legalization bill put forth in 2017 in New Hampshire and once before in California back in 2003. — Photo: Getty
Source: Scott Eisen / Getty New Class Of Lawmakers Sworn Into The House Of Representatives Today is a special day, not just any day — it’s not our anniversary but rather the momentous occasion when the House of Representatives will welcome six phenomenal women for the first time… Vanity Fair marked the occasion with a special photo shoot and featured the six women; Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Ayanna Pressley, Ilhan Omar, Deb Haaland, Veronica Escobar, and Sharice Davids in an article about the current state of politics. The article notes that the six women have been projecting the message, “We did not come to play,” since being elected. We love that they all posted their new placards… We’re counting on you ladies! Keep up the good work. Continue reading →
Source: Pool / Getty John Kelly To Resign As Trump’s Chief Of Staff Another day, another Trump administration official is ready to high-tail it outta there. According to CNN , General John Kelly will soon resign as Donald Trump’s chief of staff as their relationship has become hostile to the point of not talking for several days. It has been 17 months since Kelly accepted the job that not many people want. Trump is said to be looking for a replacement as we speak, possibly Mike Pence’s chief of staff Nick Ayers. John Kelly has been close to resigning several other occasions during his tenure in the White House but was somehow always convinced to stay. That is no more. It’s reported that Trump is shook of the Democrats taking over the House of Representatives next year and wants someone who is going to help cover is orange a$$ as it flaps in the wind for Special Counsel Robert Mueller to take target practice at. This presidency is so f**ked.
Teen Mom OG continues to undergo a massive cast overhaul. In the most stunning news of the week, Bristol Palin confirmed that she’s coming on board Season 8 of this long-running MTV franchise. And now Ryan Edwards and Mackenzie Edwards have their own statement to make… … they will NOT be interacting with Palin when new episodes premiere later this year. For what reason? Because the couple is leaving Teen Mom OG behind. But not before hurling producers far under the bus first. Following weeks’ worth of rumors about their status on the series — Would Ryan step away to focus on rehab ? Did Palin’s addition force Ryan out ? — the couple released a statement to E! News that shot down all of this chatter. In doing so, Mackenzie and Ryan made it clear they are finished filming… while doing all they could to paint the show in a negative light. “We’re not returning to Teen Mom this season. The network told us they don’t want to show Ryan as a recovering addict,” Mackenzie told E! , making a rather scathing accusation. She wasn’t done making it, either: “But they did want to enter a contract with our unborn baby and have the baby film with Ryan’s parents so it would look like someone else is raising it.” Uhhhh, excuse you?!? Mackenzie is pregnant with the twosome’s first child, this much is true. However, she’s really claiming here that producers were hoping JUST the baby, and not its parents, would appear on Season 8?!? Wow. Ryan, who has wrestled with substance abuse for nearly as long he’s been in the spotlight and who was arrested earlier this year for heroin possession, also talked to the aforementioned outlet. The ex-husband of star Maci Bookout, with whom he shares a son named Bentley, Edwards argues that executives refused to let him stand on his own. He alleges they only wanted him to appear again on Teen Mom OG under the condition that Bookout essentially speak for him. And he was not having that. Not when his ex has laid down her version of the law to him. “They also want to take Maci’s word on how I’m doing,” Ryan says. “Maci’s said she’s not going to film unless I enter rehab again and quit the show. “But I’m sober.” Mackenzie went on to explain that the couple was told Teen Mom OG is trying to recreate the dramatic magic of Teen Mom 2. “I know they did want five girls to begin with after Farrah [Abraham] left to sort of resemble Teen Mom 2,” she says, adding: “But they didn’t want to see another recovering addict storyline. So they’re writing us out of the show right now and making it seem like we dipped out on our baby, on Bentley and on everyone. “And that’s just not the case.” As for other details of their departure? “The show had been paying for my healthcare and for the baby so they could film the visits and then a week ago they let me know that would no longer be the case,” Mackenzie tells E! News. “They’re not going to film the birth. We’re not going to be on at all. Maci can’t speak to Ryan and Ryan can’t speak to Maci – that was a mutual decision. “But she doesn’t know what’s going on in our lives.” View Slideshow: Mackenzie Standifer Opens Up: Will She Divorce Ryan Edwards?! Mackenzie says she and Ryan are finished with the program, even if producers approached them down the line to return. Neither wife nor husband says their decision has anything at all to do with Bristol Palin, who has said the following about her addition to the cast: “I am excited to join MTV’s Teen Mom OG. I look forward to sharing my experiences and hope that I can help others on their journey.” Will she actually help viewers? That remains to be seen. But we’ll be tuning in each week to find out, that’s for sure! View Slideshow: Bristol Palin Confirms Teen Mom OG News: This is Why I’m Joining… UPDATE : This is what Ryan wrote on Instagram Friday in regard to his sobriety… Don’t take everything you see on MTV as factual truth. They don’t want to show me or Mack in a happy light or that I am active in my recovery. I AM. They want me to look angry, passive aggressive and uncaring regarding things that mean the most to me. I’m done taking their shit and letting the world believe this by standing up for myself. You’re believing a lie. And soon… very very soon, you WILL see the TRUTH behind the .
Anthony Anderson is under criminal investigation. A spokesperson for the Los Angeles Police Department has confirmed that it received a report against the Black-ish star, with The Blast writing that Anderson is accused of assaulting a woman last year after an event she catered for him. Inside tell the aforementioned website that the unnamed victum met with Anderson a second time after the event to discuss future opportunities. This is supposedly when the assault took place, although no other details are really known about it at this time Sources tell The Blast that the woman reported the incident months after it allegedly happened, as she was inspired by the #MeToo movement to finally speak out. “We have a crime report listing him as a suspect in a crime. It is an open investigation,” the LAPD has simply said in response to this story. A spokesperson for the star, meanwhile, has issued a statement on Anderson’s behalf. It reads as follows: “It’s unfortunate that anyone can file a police report, whether it is true or false. “The authorities have not contacted Anthony or any of his representatives about this matter. Anthony unequivocally disputes the claim. Back in 2004, Anderson and assistant director Wayne Witherspoon were accused of raping an extra on the set of the 2004 film “Hustle & Flow.” However, the charges were later dropped when the judge ruled that there was no probable cause to try the case. This has no practical bearing on the latest charges, we’re just reporting a few facts. Anderson was just nominated his fourth Emmy Award for his portrayal of Andre Johnson, the patriarch on the ABC sitcom Black-ish. He is set to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame later this year, as well. On the small screen, Anderson’s resume includes appearance and/or starring roles on Guys with Kids, Treme, Psych, Shameless and The Shield. On the big screen, he has had roles in The Departed (2006), Kangaroo Jack (2003) and Transformers (2007) and Scream 4 (2011). Anderson is married with two kids. We’ll have more on this story if/when news breaks.
“AGT” Winner Neal Boyd Dead at 42 Sad news for the music world today, as ‘America’s Got Talent’ contest winner Neal Boyd has passed away. He was 42. The opera singer who took home the $1 million grand prize back in 2008 passed away in his mother’s Sikeston, Missouri home around 6 p.m. last Sunday. According to Page Six , Boyd suffered from a number of medical issues, ranging from Kidney failure, heart failure, and liver problems. On top of that, he was severely injured in a 2017 car accident. After winning AGT, Nelson released an album called “My American Dream” back on 2009. He also later ran as a Republican candidate for a southeast Missouri House of Representatives seat, though he did not manage to win. May he rest in peace. Getty
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Atlanta’s own Crime Mob experienced massive success after the group released their 2004 hit “Knuck If You Buck” and “Rock Yo Hips” in 2006. The group eventually split in 2007 after the release of their second album due to in-house conflicts. The females of the crew, Diamond and Princess later released several independent projects and recently […]
Atlanta’s own Crime Mob experienced massive success after the group released their 2004 hit “Knuck If You Buck” and “Rock Yo Hips” in 2006. The group eventually split in 2007 after the release of their second album due to in-house conflicts. The females of the crew, Diamond and Princess later released several independent projects and recently […]
After Democrat California Representative Maxine Waters denounced President Trump in a speech on the floor of the U.S. House Representatives Monday evening, Bill O’Reilly made a comment stating that he did not pay attention to anything Waters’ said as he was distracted by her “James Brown wig”. This was not the first time that Bill O’Reilly […]
