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"I'm John Aaron. And I'm Michelle bash. He shot a man ten times and that man had just been startled awake by officers, a grand jury has now handed up charges against the D.C. police officer who fired those shots. A grand jury is charging 41 year old Ennis Jeffrey with second degree murder in the killing of Antoine Gilmore. Body camera footage released after the shooting shows a group of D.C. police officers walking up on a running car in August of 2021. In watching the video, you can hear officers note Gilmore's asleep, and he is a gun in his waistband. When they tap on the glass, Gilmore startles and begins to drive forward, which is when Jeff fires his service weapon. At the time, chief Robert Conti said that Jeffrey's actions went against D.C. police policies, the 14 year veteran is also facing a federal civil rights charge as the jury contends that Jeffrey willfully deprive the 27 year old of his right to be free from the use of excessive force. Meghan cloher news. Could Washington commander's owner Dan Snyder be pushed out of the NFL. The Washington Post reports Snyder and his team ownership were reportedly discussed in owners meetings that wrapped up yesterday. Those with knowledge of the meetings tell the post, no decision was made about possibly taking a vote to remove Snyder if he refuses to sell some owners are said to be hopeful that Snyder will agree to sell the commanders without a vote to force a sale the next full NFL owner's meeting is set for later this month. A longtime senator is out of the hospital after being treated for a condition that affects many, especially among the elderly. Senator dianne Feinstein said she's out of the hospital and receiving treatment at home as she recovers from about of shingles. The 89 year old California Democrat said last week that she was hospitalized in San Francisco after being diagnosed with an infection in late February. She said that she hoped to be back in Washington D.C. later in the month. Shingles is a non life threatening viral infection that usually causes a painful rash. The CDC recommends that at age 50 to get two doses of the shingles vaccine. Matt piper, CBS News. Feinstein announced last month that she will not seek reelection to the Senate in 2024, kicking off a highly competitive race that will be among the most watched in the country
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"Should be spring like high reaching 50°, you're waking up to 34 in our nation's capital right now. Thanks for taking us along for your midweek Wednesday ride, I dean lane. Welcome in the D.C. police argent is where we begin charge this morning with killing a man and vital violating the victim's civil rights, this after the man tried apparently to drive away when police woke him up inside his running car in northeast D.C.. In August of 2021, a group of D.C. police officers walked up to a running car, wondering about the state of the driver, body camera video shows they found 27 year old Antoine Gilmore sleeping in the driver's seat with a gun in his waistband. After Tapping on the window and waking him up, Gilmore tried to drive the car forward and D.C. police sergeant Ennis Jeffrey shot him ten times. Shortly after the shooting, chief Robert Conti said the incident went against apartment policies in a federal indictment charging the 41 year old with secondary murder and a federal civil rights violation, a grand jury contends Jeffrey willfully deprived Gilmore the right to be free from the use of excessive force. Jeffrey has been on administrative leave since the shooting. Meghan cloher, WTO news. Four O four Wednesday morning, a young girl out for a walk locally at night was apparently raped near an area pedestrian bridge. This happened last year, meld the man prosecutors say is responsible, as this week pleaded guilty in the case. It was in April of last year when a 16 year old girl told Rockville city police that she went out for a walk and sat down at a Rockville pedestrian bridge along glenmore terrace and watched the cars go by, and as she sat there, she told investigators that then 18 now 19 year old caden rally wrote up on his bike to her, engage her in conversation, then attacked her in a nearby grassy area. After the attack, the girl went home and her mother called police, police would find Riley nearby and while he didn't give details of what happened, he admitted to encountering the girl and having remorse for his actions. He pleaded guilty to second degree rape and faces up to ten years in prison at sentencing. Mike Morello WTO news. An 18 year old student locally from wise high school in prince George's county has died this week in a very serious crash. There's pieces in parts of the car scattered all over the street. It's a white BMW that's completely demolished after smashing into a landscaping truck that was parked along Richie Marlborough road in upper Marlboro, acting deputy chief Anthony Klein with prince George's county police, officers once they got on scene, they identified an 18 year old female deceased. She had been sitting in the passenger seat of the car, an 18 year old man who was driving was injured, both of them attended wise high school, which is located near the crash scene, the cause of the crash is still being investigated in upper Marlboro nickel and Ellie doubled TOP news. Family is working to change drug testing policies in Maryland after their loved one died from an overdose back in October. Joss seems died from an overdose on his 31st birthday. His mom and I ended up calling for a wellness check found him unresponsive and cold on his bathroom floor. His partner Melanie Yates and family are pushing for legislation to require Marilyn emergency rooms to test for fentanyl on toxicology screenings. Maryland delegate Joe Vogel of Montgomery county says more accurate information is required. We need data driven solutions to this fentanyl overdose epidemic. A majority of Marilyn hospitals already do test for fentanyl. But I think this would really honor his memory and save other people's lives. Shy and corinne, WTO P news. Four O 7, heard of U line, you know, the habit all in stock ready to deliver, shipping and industrial supply specialists. The doing things for you, they're unheard of company.
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"Afternoon, I'm Hillary Howard and I'm Sean Anderson Jacob curr as our producer. We have two big stories this afternoon, one surrounds commander's owner Dan Snyder, and a $55 million loan that's got the attention of federal prosecutors. More on that in a minute. But first, a man is dead in southeast D.C. after police say he was shot and killed by a U.S. marshal. Let's go live to WTO's Megan clarity. Sean, this happened around 1 o'clock when D.C. police say U.S. Marshals were staking out an area in an attempt to serve a warrant for an arrest. They were observing an apartment complex on third street southeast, which is near oxen run park when D.C. police say the Marshall saw that man that they wanted to arrest and they approached him. That's when he took off running. Chief Robert Conti, who just gave a press conference says that man ran into a nearby breezeway and tried to climb a fence. But when he was trying to climb that fence, he pulled out a semi-automatic gun, it is unclear how many shots that both officers fired, but we do know both officers fired their service weapons and the man was killed. Police confirmed he is a person who they're intending to arrest, but are they not sharing his identity nor what he was wanted for and D.C. police is leading the investigation as their responsible for any death inside the district. Are Mike Morello is headed down there now and will bring you the latest from the scene. One man dead after U.S. Marshals shoot and kill him in southeast D.C., reporting live Meghan cloherty, WTO news. Thank you, Megan three 32 now to the other big story. Yet another huge development surrounding Washington commander's owner Dan Snyder. ESPN reports that a secret $55 million loan was behind Snyder's split with the former minority owners of the Washington commanders. And it's the focus of the federal investigation into alleged financial misconduct by Snyder and the team. In an exclusive report, ESPN says the partners were not told about the line of credit even though unanimous consent from the board is needed for the loans to be approved. Turns out NFL commissioner Roger Goodell signed off on that loan for Snyder. When the former partners turned to the NFL to investigate financial wrongdoing, both the commissioner and an arbitrator refused to do so Instead, they pushed the former partners to settle by selling their shares of the team, which shut down their complaints. A federal grand jury subpoenaed documents on the team's finances, including information on that loan. It's three 33 now to Ukraine. The war in Ukraine is closer to Moscow. Today, two Ukrainian drones were shot down near Russia's capital. But others managed to hit targets in southwestern Russia and in Russian occupied Crimea national security correspondent JJ green joins us live with more JJ. Sean, one of those targets was in Belgrade or at least in the western part of Russia. This is a target that was an oil field that was set on fire. Ukraine turned those tables and sent a huge message to the Kremlin. Drones that the Kremlin said were launched flu deep inside Russian territory and one got within 60 miles of Moscow. This was a major breach of Russia's airspace defense. It was Ukraine's way of saying we can get to you. President Vladimir Putin ordered stepped up protection at the border and the airspace was closed in some locations for a time. This all was taking place as air raid sirens were going off around Moscow and Belgrade in southwestern Russia and in occupied Crimea. Moscow said in an emergency alert that their system had been hacked, both of these developments now raise questions about how well Russia's Defense Department can protect the nation. Reporting live, JJ green, WTO news. JJ, you've often spoke about the fact that Russia has depleted its stock of weapons, and now there appears to be a serious effort from China to arm them. Is this going to happen because there's a lot of opposition? Yes, there is a lot of opposition Hillary and that has not yet been determined. Last week, CIA director Bill burns told CBS he was confident. China was thinking about doing it. Seriously. Today, Pentagon press secretary general pet writer said they've seen no evidence that China has sent any weapons or is starting the process, but he echoed that same sentiment as Bernstein. They believe China is seriously thinking about doing that. What he did say is the U.S. is trying to impress upon China and they're using a number of different ways, including direct contact from the State Department. They're trying to impress upon them that that would be a huge mistake if they decided to do that. All right, JJ, thanks. You're welcome. WTO national security correspondent JJ green. Meantime, Congress has approved more than $100 billion in assistance for Ukraine. And house panel is trying to make sure that money is going where it's supposed to. Here's WTO's Mitchell Miller on Capitol Hill. Your knowledge, every sensitive weapon is currently under control of those who should have them. Georgia Republican Andrew Clyde, questioning The Pentagon's inspector general Robert storch about how money for weapons is being spent. Where laser focused on this issue and engaged in robust oversight to make sure that's the case. Storage testifying before the House armed services committee says to date, the money has all tracked to the weapons purchases. Some House Republicans have made it clear they don't want more U.S. funding to go to Ukraine. But the panel's GOP chair, Mike Rogers, says President Biden and the U.S. have to remain committed. This conflict must end and the president must be willing to do what it takes to end it with victory. On Capitol Hill, Mitchell Miller WTO B news. Keep it here on WTO P, the rising number of cyberattacks will have findings on a new report three
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"I'm Stephanie James Bryant, the top local stories we're following this hour. Supporters of Ukraine rallied Saturday at the Lincoln Memorial marking the start of the second year of Russia's war in Ukraine, which has killed tens of thousands. Blue and yellow Ukrainian flags in the winter wind held high above the crowd. The rally goers huddled closely together around Ukrainian ambassador to the United States, oksana makarova, who offered gratitude. Thank you, Americans. For each weapon, for each taxpayer's dollars of help for each prayer. And ten year old Maya a year of Morristown New Jersey wrote a little rhyme for the occasion. Supporting Russia is a sim, we won't stop fighting until Ukraine wins. Rally goers, including the ambassador, asked for continued support for Ukraine from the United States. See more coverage on WTO P dot com. D.C. leaders used a recent meeting to stress the importance of safety in the classroom. They also discussed whether that would mean more police in schools. Zarita eastman, a student at kip D.C. made clear her support for school resource officers. Having more experience in educated professionals in our schools provides a safer environment. D.C. police chief Robert Conti also spoke during the D.C. police oversight hearing, held by the committee on the judiciary and public safety. He expressed support for the program, which is down to only 40 SROs in D.C. schools. And I'm not saying that the police are the be all the end all, but we are an important part of that equation. Danielle robinette with the children's law center spoke out against the program and discussed alternative models like restorative justice programs. You can support students and the need that they have without being a police officer. The committee will review comments and determine next steps. Melissa Howell WTO news. Virginia's General Assembly dropped the final gavel Saturday on this year's regular session. Lawmakers enrichment squeeze through major energy legislation and a stopgap budget before a journey.
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"Evening IBM Crawford, top local stories you're following this hour, the Lincoln Memorial provided the backdrop Saturday for a rallied to support Ukraine a year into the Russian invasion. Here's WTO's dick giuliano. People prayed cheered and chanted for Ukraine and when asked her thoughts ten year old Maya a year from Mars town, New Jersey, said Ukrainians don't deserve what's happened to them. It's just an attack on innocent people who have done nothing, but just lived their own lives. The crowd heard from Ukrainian ambassador to the United States, oksana makarova, who said Ukraine's plan remains unchanged since the first day of the Russian invasion a year ago. More weapons more support to Ukraine and more sanctions to Russia. Particularly on WTO P news, see more coverage of that rally at WTO P dot com. It's 1104 should D.C. police be part of D.C.'s public schools. That is at the center of discussions by some leaders. The school resource officer program has been reduced to 40 officers for all charter and public schools. I think that this is one of the biggest mistakes that we've made as a city that we will regret. D.C. police chief Robert Conti speaking during the D.C. police oversight hearing held by the committee on the judiciary and public safety. Nikita Stewart with kip D.C. says the best way to ensure collaborations between police and schools is to fully fund the SRO program. The phase SRO reduction supported by this council is making it more difficult for schools to keep students safe. On a new go from ACLU D.C. pushed for proactive alternatives. Anything they do is going to be after an incident occurs. The committee will review comments and determine next steps. Melissa Howell WTO P news. Saturday marked the end of the lawmaking session in Richmond. For now, lawmakers passed an energy bill and a so called skinny budget as the regular session was gaveled to a close, the politically divided General Assembly did pass major industry energy legislation and he stopped cap budget bill. Today marked the end of the regular 46 day calendar, legislators still can't get together on $1 billion in tax cuts asked for by governor Glenn youngkin once they do have a broader spending plan hammered out the assembly will need to reconvene to pass it. It's Lebanon 6 and it was nearly a year ago that a man driving a tow truck was shot and killed by another driver and what police are certain was a road rage incident. This week, new video was released showing that incident and police hopefully will be able to identify a suspect as a result. We have to warn you first, you will hear shooting in this story by WTO's John doman. The shooting happened here on route 50 approaching the exit for four ten last march, dash cam video has been released showing 29 year old delonte hicks gesturing at another car, and then that
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"Leaders used a recent meeting to stress the importance of safety in the classroom. They also discuss whether that would mean more police in schools. Zarita eastman, a student at kip D.C. made clear her support for school resource officers. Having more experience and educated professionals in our schools provides a safer environment. D.C. police chief Robert Conti also spoke during the D.C. police oversight hearing, held by the committee on the judiciary and public safety. He expressed support for the program, which is down to only 40 SROs in D.C. schools. And I'm not saying that the police are the be all the end all, but we are an important part of that equation. Danielle robinette, with the children's law center spoke out against the program and discussed alternative models like restorative justice programs. You can support students and the need that they have without being a police officer. The committee will review comments and determine next steps. Melissa. In Maryland, oversight of the state's troubled 5 29 college savings plan could shift to the state treasurer's office and there could be a wind down at those prepaid college tuition plans and suggested legislation set to be introduced as coming week in Annapolis, according to Senate president Bill Ferguson. Last year, Maryland's 5 29 board temporarily halted interest payments on the prepaid tuition account after the counting glitch. Parents who invested in the account accused the agency of suspending access to accrued interest leading them to lose tens of thousands in anticipated earnings and having to find other means to finance their child's education. The college investment plan is currently administered by an outside money manager and functions in a similar fashion to a 401k. It's 8 O 6 a Baltimore judge is ordering the release of redacted version of an investigative report that report details sex abuse allegations against more than a 150 Roman Catholic priests in the archbishop in the archdiocese of Baltimore. The report will also look at the response by the archdiocese to the decades long history of abuse. According to court filings, the nearly 500 page report identifies a 158 priests accused of abusing more than 600 victims over the past 80 years. The Baltimore circuit court judge Robert Taylor said in his decision to release the report, he did it because the victim suffered from decades of systematic injustice and the only form of justice now may be available as a public reckoning. Dan Ronan WTO P news, Virginia's General Assembly dropped the final gavel Saturday on this year's regular session, lawmakers in Richmond squeezed through major energy legislation at a stopgap budget before adjourning, but disagreement remains on the
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"It is 5 41. Will the district's revised criminal code ever be inactive? Well, it depends on what happens in Congress. It definitely faces an uphill battle in the Senate after the House voted to block it over fears that its soft on crime. But D.C. council chair Phil mendelson defends the updated code saying it's gotten a bad rap. It's really easy to demagogue crime. You know, we're increasingly a headline society. So the headline kind of like nails it. Mendelsohn blames both the city mayor muriel Bowser and D.C. police chief Robert Conti the third for casting the revised criminal code as soft on crime. It will not make the city less safe. And that's because sentencing in itself does not have a deterrent effect on crime. Mendelssohn says both the mayor and the chief don't understand the criminal code. If Congress intervenes, they will mess up our criminal justice system. Here are full conversation on how the changes would actually impact D.C. residents on this week's episode of WTO's DMV download podcast. Luke Garrett, WTO news. WTO reached out to the mayor's office and forced response to mendelssohn's comments so far no answer. 5 42, there's another push in Maryland to make court proceedings more transparent. This time a prince George's county woman is trying to make nearly all public court proceedings available on web streams. The group court watch PG is led by Carmen Johnson. The community needs to be a part of what's happening in courtrooms. And they need to be able to make sure that their loved ones are being treated properly. Usually it means watching a lot of Bond hearings. Because we need to see who's being held without bond or being held without release and why. There are other similar groups organized around the country, even overseas, and once a month, she and other leaders from those groups all get together and talk as well. To hear out ideas to come up with suggestions. John dome in WTO P news. Marilyn congressman Jamie Raskin is now halfway through his chemotherapy after being diagnosed with diffuse large B cell lymphoma. He announced the update on his recovery in a video to supporters. And since his diagnosis members of the progressive change campaign committee have sent him thousands of letters wishing him well. If I had on WTO V back on the ice for the capitals, soon, we'll talk about that. 5 43. Wendy's
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D.C. Police Chief Calls Out Media for Wrongly Pushing Racial Agenda
"Is from the blaze David pansky Angry D.C. police chief says black man fatally shot black teen amid 4 a.m. confrontation over car break ins And he blessed misinformation and allegations center around race Robert Conti chief of police in Washington was visibly angry during a Tuesday news conference during which he confirmed that the homeowner who fatally shot a 13 year old blackmail at 4 a.m. confrontation over a car break in also is black And that misinformation he said about the case and allegations centered around race are putting innocent people in danger Specifically wttg TV reported that a group posted a photo of a white man And he picture of Karen Blake the teen who was fatally shot implying that the white man is the one who pulled the trigger The fact that there's misinformation swelling around there and people are trying are tying it to race and other things and putting images of innocent people out there next to young Karen saying that this is the person that's responsible for that That's reckless and that's dangerous said the chief And he was raising his voice Imagine if that was your picture beside his and people showed up at your home with half information That's unacceptable He also said people are making allegations centered around race and that is wrong And emphasize that spreading of inaccurate information is dangerous reckless has the potential to adversely impact the investigation and the relationships in our community
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"Now the latest news from New York City and around the world here's Michael Barr There's laid word Russia has said to have begun evacuating diplomatic staff from Ukraine earlier a state of emergency was declared in Ukraine as the threat of a Russian invasion escalates with Vladimir Putin ordering troops into two breakaway regions in the eastern part of the country Putin's move was met by a round of economic sanctions sanctions include freezing public and private Russian financial assets and closing Russia's Nord stream two natural gas pipeline to Europe White House press secretary Jen Psaki said more sanctions are possible They're designed to have a squeezing impact over the course of time And we have many more escalatory steps that we could take Psaki says though that they are not going to completely close the door on diplomacy Meanwhile China is accusing the U.S. of creating fear and panic over the crisis in Ukraine and is against the sanctions The Pentagon has approved the deployment of 700 unarmed National Guard troops to the nation's capital as it prepares for trucker protests beginning next week The Pentagon says there will be used to assist with traffic control Some of the truckers protesting COVID restrictions are set to arrive for President Biden's State of the Union address on March 1st This trucker is coming from California You may be wondering why we're doing this okay For me personally it's about our freedoms as Americans Truckers say their goal is to create gridlock on the D.C. beltway D.C. police chief Robert Conti says they'll be ready We're going to plan as best we can work with our partners Both local and federal to do whatever we can to mitigate it So you've Gandhi says they're preparing for three trucker convoys heading for the capitol Golfer Phil Mickelson apologized for comments about the Saudis and proposed Super League Meanwhile KPMG became the first to Mickelson's corporate sponsors to announce him immediate end to their partnership Live.
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"robert conti" Discussed on Ace and TJ
"There's no coming back from the store. That i just shared a bit. Actually we should just move on. And you're done you pooped in your pants. What else is there to talk. It's like you know yeah. Did you have underwear on boxer briefs. Yeah since worst. I'm trying to throw those out. Yeah in the garbage can outside not wash wash them. We can talk about something else now. Okay you ever had I've never really had any kind of unusual weird living arrangement. Like i remember when we first started doing a morning show. Tj and. i met met a couple but they weren't a couple and they were divorced but she lived in one part of the house. He lived in another part of the house and they stayed together because they wanted to both be there for their child. They were divorced in dating yet. All living in the same house yet and that was very uncommon back then but it's more common now that people do that because they don't you know they they don't want to have to go live on their own and Deal with the financial aspect of that. I guess it really is but it still seems weird to me sienese. Most people are weird as hail. This started it. I'm not weird. But the thought of of living in a house with your ex while your dating your xs dating but you might come in and your ex has somebody there. They're hanging out watching tv or they're cooking where you're gonna go. This is my ex my ex husband. And he's on a date cooking for another lee honest. Go to my bedroom here. It's like the movie. The break-up with vince vaughn and jennifer. Yes j. lit up but they have a super nice condo and they start dating and He gets upset but then he tries to do the same thing by bringing a data over. And oh in the hilarity. Ensues hilarity ensues. But it ended up just being kind of sad. Who's got the most who's been in at some point you you have been in the most awkward living arrangement because it seems like you. We've heard from people for that. Say things like. I've i live with my My boyfriend and his ex. There's a tv show out now on tlc. That has i've never seen the show but it's all about how these people who are too close to their moms and and yeah come of that like you live in the same house with this person. Mom who has their way too close to each other. It's very awkward and very weird in a lot of that comes from people not being able to afford houses as true that is true and a lot of people being you know. I dunno weird And sometimes it's done because they need help. They need assistance. You need some time. Hey can i live with you for six months. So you end up living with your Your husband and your husband's ex wife and kid who were all in the same house which is really kind thing to do. If somebody tell so what have you got. Who's got the most awkward living arrangement the kind of thing that would make the radio family which is hard to do go. Wow that's a little weird and tj. This is chief. Robert conti of the metropolitan police department. And i need your help. Drugged driving on dc streets trending upwards but together we can reverse this behavior driving high puts everyone at risk so take the pledge to never drive under the influence. It's just not worth it. This is the ace and tj show. There are people in the radio family. Who are in some awful situations. Maybe they're not off on this. We're talking about when you have a weird living arrangement. I've never had anything. I've ever alexis had gone living arrangement like when you kick your boyfriend. He was gone. You broke up and he was out right. Yeah we live together while we were broken up for a little bit but it wasn't that long then you weren't broken. Well no you're broken. Well they're lady here. That says me my ex and his girlfriend all live together at one time. It was winter and they were homeless ex or not. I have a heart. Oh wow yeah. That's amazing Never wouldn't have hard hard case. Sorry i'll give you a blanket. You couldn't let you wouldn't let your accent. His new girlfriend come back to live with. You definitely not just to get through the winter now. Because they're homeless now homeless problem. Okay said i have several while staying at my parents house. We were in the process of buying a new house. My husband and i guess they were husband or wife at the time. Had a co worker live with him. Who slept on air mattress in the room. Where they were because they were. They were at rooms so they're at their parents house. I guess the parents don't want the guys leave it on their couch. So she and her husband are asleep in the room. Bless you reagan's and the co worker sleeps on an air mattress at the foot of the bed. Every night is a slumber party for a while every night is a slumber party tonight. Years ago in college. I resigned my lease with my then boyfriend even though i knew it wouldn't last. We bro. a resigned my lease. We broke up a weekend of the lease and then had to continue living there for the next year together so for a year. They live together while dating other people and not being together. It's try to become roommates. I guess that's a millennial thing i believe. Is this a millennial person that saying this. No she doesn't look to be a millennial. Okay a lot older a lot either. He's like our grandkids. Are millennials from the looks of it not even close. I'm not gonna about taking the bait on now This this guy. His mother-in-law moved in with he and his wife and then he and his wife got a divorce and they all stay together so he lived with his ex wife and his ex- mother-in-law for no thank you mother-in-law. He doesn't say he doesn't have you still listening. Is your mother-in-law hot. Because i mean that would have been the perfect opportunity to kick the ex wife out and stay with the mother-in-law shoes high that would be amazing. Oh my goodness oh my goodness you've gotta go your mama can stay but you got to go and then this lady says her strange. Living arrangement is happening right now. My ex husband and our kids are living at my parents house while trying to save up for a house. So it'd be as if Say tj. Jody split up and tj and their two kids within go live with his in-laws.
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Man rams car into 2 Capitol police
"Today. The capital had to briefly. Go back on lockdown following and tragically fatal attack on the capitol building with a vehicle ramming into a barricade striking to officers Both were injured. One later pronounced dead. the suspect. was apparently shot after getting out of the car with a knife and attempting to attack the police officers. Now we've been gradually getting some information since the morning Robert conti the acting chief for the metropolitan police department said the attack near the us capital today quote does not appear to be. Terrorism related does not appear to be terrorism related. But obviously we'll continue to investigate to see if there is some type of nexus along those lines just an amazing way to say that Throughout the day the fbi washington field office was providing support to the us. Capitol police the dc national guard deployed immediate response force made up of members of the national guard to the capitol complex today to support the capitol police and there are roughly twenty three hundred national guard members in dc supporting the local state and federal authorities in dc. So they had a pretty immediate response and they had a very quick Breakdown of the situation of the press. Obviously you learning some lessons or at least wanting to reassure us that they've learned some lessons since what happened in january but this is obviously incredibly serious not just because they tacked up because the capitol police officer Did lose their
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Acting Washington, DC police chief on the changes he’d make if made permanent
"C. Police chief Robert Conti is going through a job interview with City Council members deciding whether he should be hired as the police department's permanent leader. Conte says one thing that he wants to focus on is diversity well use of force policies have already been closely examined. Acting D C. Police chief Robert County says police policies top to bottom inside now is that relate to equity have been subject to less review and county told council members that he wants to change that by bringing in an independent organization to refer You the department's policies related to diversity, inclusion and equity. He says. The review will look at how officers are recruited, trained and promoted. This is a court issue for community trust. And he says the review will include a specific focus on rooting out extremism, hate speech and white supremacy. Nick I.
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Washington, DC police shoot armed suspect, 1 man found dead
"Out what happened in Northeast D. C last night after officers opened fire on a man following another shooting there. This was around 6 P.m. on chillin Place Northeast just off New Hampshire Avenue. It's where officers were responding to a report of what police describe as some sort of trouble call. The officers noticed man was down. Once the officers noticed that man was down. They also noticed another individual carrying a long gun. Acting D c. Police chief Robert Conti. Has they engaged the suspect? A skin the suspect to put that weapon down. Hey, did not. Eventually police fired at him. He's been taken to the hospital. The man who was found on the ground was pronounced dead at the scene. Now police were trying to establish any connection between that man. The man that officers shot at John
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"But, you know, there's already an agreement between McConnell and Schumer that the trial is gonna bank began on February 9th. And that the president has until February, 2nd to file his answer with Secretary of the Senate In response to the summons for the impeachment trial, the House representative Has until, uh do figure. We're second to file a trial brief and that President Trump if you want. The final trial brief has until February, So they're a bunch of procedural deadlines. You know that have been put in place and the trial is going to happen. So, um, I think at this point, we're gonna have one and that's what Schumer said. He said. We're gonna you know we're not gonna He said that this morning on the Senate floor. We're going ahead with the trial. Make no mistake about it, And you know that's the expectation. So this talk of censure, I think is just kind of on the fringes right now. The caucuses Alex Bolton, senior reporter with the hill. Read more the hill dot com. Follow him on Twitter at Alexander Bolton. Thank you very much. Thank you. And we learned today a second Capitol police officer who responded to the attack on the Capitol January 6th committed suicide soon after it was officer Jeffrey Smith. Ah third officer died from injuries that day. News today. Coming from Washington, D C acting police chief Robert Conti to a closed door meeting of the House Appropriations Committee and the Homeland Security Department, issuing a national terrorism. Bolton this morning warning of the potential for lingering viol violence from people motivated by anti government sentiment after President Biden's election, suggesting the attack on the Capitol may embolden extremists and set the stage for additional attacks. President Joe Biden signing executive actions today, dealing with climate change. They include committing the U. S. To conserving 30% of public lands and waters by 2030. Stopping new gas and oil drilling leases on public lands are offshore waters and putting the US on a path to reaching net zero emissions by 2050 Ahead of those signings. John Kerry, the special presidential envoy for climate took questions at the White House. All of my man, perhaps for Secretary Kerry. How do you assure international.
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Strict Security Measures In Place In Washington DC Ahead Of Inauguration Day
"Will be pretty much locked down for Biden's inauguration. It's usually a festive event here in DC Americans arriving from all over and cramming the National Mall this year will be significantly different Police chief Robert Conti. The third city is essentially locked down. I made what the Secret Service is. Matt Miller calls a very concerning chatter online after the Capitol riot. We cannot allow a recurrence. Of the chaos in illegal activity. There will be roughly five times as many national Guard members here in D. C. As there are U. S troops in Iraq and Afghanistan combined, Most of the national mall is closed and the inauguration ceremony itself will be smaller than usual. That disappoints House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Obviously, we're excited about nominating a new president of the United States. But, she says, What will not be different is the oath. Joe Biden takes Soccer Megane Washington I'm
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National Mall closed to public ahead of Biden inauguration
"Washington D. C will be close to shut down for Biden's inauguration because of last week's attack on the Capitol. AP Soccer Mahogany With more It's usually a festive event here in D. C. Americans arriving from all over and cramming the National Mall this year will be significantly different police chief Robert Conti. The third city is a sense We locked down. I made what the Secret Service is. Matt Miller calls a very concerning chatter online after the Capitol riot. We cannot allow a recurrence of the chaos in illegal activity. There will be roughly five times as many National Guard members here in D. C. As there are U. S troops in Iraq and Afghanistan combined, Most of the national mall is closed and the inauguration ceremony itself will be smaller than usual. That disappoints House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Obviously, we're excited about nominating a new president of the United States. But she says What will not be different is the oath. Joe Biden takes this is AP News.
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"robert conti" Discussed on 860AM The Answer
"Truly crazy didn't get to check all of the audio video cats before the show, and there's the one that Mr Ji says. I have to play for you. This is the new police chief of Washington, D. C. Robert Conti, the third With an unusual take on the events of last Wednesday. Video cut nine play cuts. I have talked to officers who said who have done two tours in Iraq and said that this was more was scarier to them, then their time and combat I'd like to know where they were when they were in Iraq. Yeah. What were they in the D fac? What were they making the lunch for everybody else. Because Iraq is scary, you know, I e DS militias, armed militias. But somebody told you is the chief of police that last Wednesday was scarier. Than Iraq. This is the theme for today's show. You are being gas let even by the new chief of police for the metropolitan area, the police Department, which I don't know. Did it do the job last Wednesday. Did it. Unarmed civilians. Entering that building. With Mary and obstruction. Let's go to your calls. Let's go to Dallas waiting very patiently in simple line to welcome, Dennis. Mr Gardner. Thank you for taking my call. Appreciate it. So you you've got a lot of inside office. You're pretty smart guy has been in politics for a long time involved the president forever. With all these folks have done on the democratic side for the last months and months and months, burning down their cities, inciting riots inciting damage to their own cities. How come the Republicans don't step up? Do something on their behalf. Like they're doing to the president, United States. I don't understand how they can get away with continuously doing this in the Republicans just kind of stand by idly and do nothing. Well, I mean, I presume that's a rhetorical question. I mean, you know the answer the question. I really don't. I don't understand how you even with all the legality of the voting that took place and allowing it to happen and not actually stepping up to the plate. And doing anything the Democrats. They stick by each other. They stand by each other, and they know what you said. You sound surprised, Dennis. I mean, have you not been alive for the last 30 40 years? I've been alive, but it's hard to believe why Why this is the GOP. Dennis Thing didn't happen now. This is the GOP. This is why we elected Donald Trump. I understand that. That's why I asked. The question is, why don't they? Why don't they band together? You got a strong relationship with the president. You see what's going on around them. Why not? They band together like the Democrats. Do I understand exactly what you're saying. And I know what problem Republicans have been for the last 30 40 years. You know, they're so completely that they just let everything fried and whatever comes whatever. Yeah, little complacent. They just don't wanna fight. I don't understand why you're asking the question if you know what the joke is being like. For the last 40 years. They don't fight. I don't want to find that they don't want to overturn the apple cart. They want to be very comfortable and pick up their pension, get their lobbying jobs and not disrupt business As usual. You know that, Dennis, right? I do You see that? But if the Democrats have been able to take on the stance over the course of years and years and years Why can't the Republicans Dennis? We're going around in circles. We're really going around in circles. Okay? The Democrats take politics seriously. The Republicans don't. That's why we like to Donald Trump. Is that clear now? Yeah, I am. And I totally understand that, OK, That's why which Trump was still there, But you're not the only one that is. Thank you, Denis. Thank you. They just don't want to fight it is that Simple. Let's go Toe Raja in Indiana Line three. Welcome, Roger. Hey, Dr Gorka, how you doing? Good. Hey, I was at the speech that Trump gave and I was also at the Capitol. Oh, wow. My sentiment was not what the media is saying. I did not feel like I wanted to go up there and tear into the capital or destroy anything matter What happened when you got to the capital. What did you witness with your own eyes? I seen everybody kind of sitting around. I've seen them having this great big American flag. They were taken to the crowd. I didn't see anybody doing anything violent or aggressive. Or anything like that whatsoever, and we were kind of standing down by the capital wall. And a matter of fact, we heard that the thumbs of the canisters. That's what we thought were canisters we took off. We looked at each other and said, You know what? Let's get out of here because it's something Something may be happening here pretty soon, so we split. Thank you. Roger. Thanks for your first hand account. Let's go to Dave. In Arizona of waiting very patiently line One. Welcome, Dave. Thanks for taking the call. Dr. Gordon. Thanks for your patience, Dave. Absolutely. As you know, I've called multiple times. I was the guy that drove all over Arizona registering people to vote holding the flag rallies. I've been out of the capital in America. The county Board of elections for the last two months nearly every day went to a GOP meeting Saturday night. There's a couple of strong people in the state of Arizona, but unfortunately they fenced off our capital. And I called the PL the public information officer for DPS, which is our state police. They said that they just listen the Lord Juicy and we can't get a republic back. I'm just frustrated. I don't know. When people I think people need to stand up and nurse the Liberty tree, the Jefferson quote. I don't see any other way. If we can't have fair and free elections we need to physically take our country. There were problems back. Yeah, I went out there and my friend were not there. And I'm not prepared to pay that price yet. Not yet. Because, remember What it cost the last time. Are you ready for that cost? I'm not ready for 600,000 people dead. And I tell you right now, then, or as powerful as you think they are. They may have won this time, but with a 50 50 split in the Senate. It's not going to be easy for the Democrats. So just wait. Just wait on the best thing you could do. God bless you. For all the volunteer you did in this election is you should run for office. Keep getting us. What should I do?.
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"robert conti" Discussed on WGN Radio
"Army Trail and Swift Westside Police activity, Congress and Coster and on the South Side and 63rd and Western Caravan of LGBT on traffic Central has bigger Nancy Pelosi says President Trump is a very dangerous person who should not continue in office even if his term will end in two weeks. This is urgent. This is emergency of the highest Magnitude. She says she'll start impeachment proceedings unless President Trump is removed from office immediately. She called him vice President Mike Pence to invoke the 25th amendment to remove the president. Now several Democratic congressmen and Illinois Republican Congressman Adam Kinzinger, also calling for the vice president and Cabinet to invoke the 25th amendment. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi tells WGN's John Williams. He thinks the energy these last two weeks would be better spent combating Cove in 19. You know what? We're all trying to make sure that we can Deploy maximum energies to, you know, getting people vaccinated and repairing the economic damage of the pandemic. The first member of President Trump's Cabinet has resigned. Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao says the violent attack on the Capitol has deeply troubled her in a way that she simply cannot set aside. Chow is married to House Majority Leader Mitch McConnell. Four people were killed in the attack, and dozens of police officers injured Washington, DC's acting police chief Robert Conti, I have one officer who's still in the hospital right now, hey, was snatched into a crowd. He was beaten. He was kicked. He was dazed several times. 68 people have been arrested so far back here in Chicago leaders at Saint Sabina Church or defending their pastor, Father, Michael Flicker. He's been accused of sexual abuse of a minor for more than 40 years ago. Kimberly Lime or belongs to the church. We boldly stand behind our senior pastor..
WTOP
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"Does not act. That House may move forward with impeachment proceedings or information coming in about those arrested during the protests on Capitol Hill, acting Metropolitan Police chief Robert Conti. I just want to underscore that only one of the arrestees was from the District of Columbia. There have been nearly 70 arrests. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio called for an investigation into the unrest that this happened. It's not believable that they were just some overmatched Capitol police. I'm sorry. I don't accept that. This has been your CBS News Special report. I'm Lisa Matteo. Double d T o p. Capitol Hill correspondent Mitchell Miller joins us live more on the latest of IMF elements on the Hill and Mitch House Speaker Pelosi is making it clear she thinks it's time for the Capitol police chief and others to be held accountable for what happened yesterday. What's she saying she is calling for the resignation of Capitol police chief Steven Son and that's getting a lot of attention. It reflects the concerns of a lot of lawmakers, including Virginia Senator Tim Kaine. There was poor planning for the security challenge. There was a shocking disparity between the way the Capitol Police treated the protesters yesterday and the way they treated black lives matter. Protestors. In another development, Pelosi says the House sergeant at arms is resigning and a House subcommittee with oversight related to Capitol Police is planning to begin an investigation. What has changed in terms of security up there today? Mitch? Well, Hillary, you are seeing more law enforcement officials around the Capitol complex. But what people will notice the most. If they come down here is that a 7 FT High fence is going up all around the perimeter of the capital. It's going to extend hundreds of yards out on the West side toward the National Mall and Around the Capitol grounds on the East side as well. It's expected to stay up through the inauguration on January 20th and at least a few weeks beyond all right. W T. O P. Capitol Hill correspondent Mitchell Miller Well today, the Capitol police chief is defending his officer's actions. He's promising a joint investigation into the deadly police shooting of variety. U. S. Capitol police chief Steve Son said 35 year old Ashley Babbitt of California was shot is the rioters were trying to force their way into the House chamber where members of Congress were sheltering in place Wednesday afternoon. Son said a sworn Capitol police officer fired the shot that struck Babbitt in the shoulder. She later died of her injuries. Son, too, said the officer who shocked Abit has been placed on administrative leave with police powers suspended while Capitol police and the D C. Metropolitan Police Department carry out a joint investigation. Members of Congress, including Maryland Congressman Anthony Brown criticized the Capitol police response as slow and inadequate. Son called their actions heroic, but said a thorough review would be conducted. Take Ryan. W t o p new organ stain Former D. C. Police chief Charles Ramsey says there was a stark difference between police lack of preparedness for yesterday's march that ended with Ryder storming the Capitol and the Black lives matter. Protests over the summer. It should be no difference. The bottom line is you have to protect the capital. Did you actually think that they may actually break inside? Probably not. But that's the whole point of having enough resource is there so even if they thought it, they wouldn't be able to Ramsey disputes, comments that what happened is not who we are, He says. That is who we've become this facade. You know, we're still that shining light on a hill and forget about it. We got problems and unless we face it We will not survive is a democracy. Long term We just won't will crumble from within me, Lord consistent double U T l P news. It's 3 35.
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"8 41 on w T o P A curfew running through six in the morning in D. C. Arlington and Alexandria after today's deadly violence on Capitol Hill, the storming of the capital by Donald Trump supporters wt. Opie's Dick Uliano has this live report in some more details for us what Dmitri D. C Mayor Muriel Bowser vow that the city's curfew will be enforced. Acting police chief Robert Conti has warned that police are prepared to take action. Ah, spokeswoman for the Metropolitan Police Department says some arrests have been made for curfew violations and more will be made through the evening numbers available later this evening Curfews also in effect now in Arlington County and the city of Alexandria. Virginia governor Ralph Northam, imposing the curfew's at the request of Alexandria and Arlington. In addition to DC National Guard troops, DC's acting police chief says law enforcement agencies assisting D C. Police and U. S. Capitol Police include police departments from Arlington, Montgomery, Prince George's counties. And Baltimore and state police agencies from Maryland, Virginia and New Jersey. Reporting live Dick Uliano. W T. O P News more breaking developments tonight. We know that one of the main modes of communication for President Trump is his Twitter feed. And tonight Facebook has joined Twitter in banning the president from using the social media platforms in a release. Facebook says it has assessed to policy violations against President Trump's page, which will result in a 24 hour feature block, meaning he loses the ability to pull Just for 24 hours on Facebook on Twitter. For now, it's a 12 hour band. But Twitter also says it is considering permanently banning President Trump from Twitter. Stephanie Grisham, the chief of staff for first lady, Melania Trump, has turned in her resignation this afternoon, effective immediately. Grisham, who had also served as White House communications director and press secretary, was one of the longest serving administration officials. No comment yet from Grisham or from the first lady's office. We also do want to say that some remarks have come out from former President Obama and some other leaders as well. But let's read a little of what President Obama wrote for two months of political party and its accompanying media ecosystem has too often been unwilling to tell their followers the truth that this was not a particularly close election, and the president elect Biden will be inaugurated January 20th. Their fantasy narrative has spiraled further and further from reality, and it builds upon years of sewn resentments. Now we're seeing the consequences whipped up into a violent crescendo. The words of former President Obama will keep you updated on all the latest developments this evening..
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"Put a lot of power in the state of the art his hands, So we have to impress people constantly because this is true like this is one of the most important elections. The presidential election was important, but this one This one is This'll. One is right there with like it's very important that Jordan's get out of vote. And you hear that from a lot of Democrats here? No. Well, they're very conscious of Georges role in in the country right now, this decisive election that will decide control of the U. S senate. So Democrats have been focusing hard on population centers like Atlanta and also Savannah, where Vice president elect Kamila Harris campaigned over the weekend there, hoping these kinds of efforts will enable them to win these two crucial Senate seats and with that sort of certain cement George's reputation as a blue ng state But we should mention that Biden fared much better than either of these Democratic Senate candidates in November. So Democrats no, it won't be an easy win tonight. NPR's Sarah McCammon in Dalton, Georgia. Thanks, sir. Excellent. Here in Washington. Congress is expected to certify Joe Biden's victory in the presidential election tomorrow. Starting today, far right groups and supporters of the departing president Trump are converging in Washington, D C to protest the results of the free and fair election. Makayla LeFrak of member station W. A. M. You reports This is the third time in less than two months that proud boys another far right. Activists rally in D. C. The protesters have a permit from the National Park Service to gather at the Lincoln Memorial and applause in near the White House. City officials are prepared for the crowds to spread throughout downtown D. C. Mayor Mariel Bowser recognized their right to protest but urged Washingtonians who might disagree to stay away. We're asking D C residents and people who live in the region to avoid confrontations with anybody who's looking for a fight. On the best way to do that is to avoid the area. DC's most prominent resident president Trump Tweeted that he will be at tomorrow's rally. Trump support of the protesters and unfounded claims of voter fraud. Have DC leaders concerned that this week's crowds will be large. 1000 has called in the National Guard to assist with crowd control this week. We will not allow people to incite violence intimidate our residents. Or caused destruction in our city. Violence broke out during both of the previous proud boys protests in December more than 30. People were arrested and eight police officers were injured. Demonstrators also damaged property at four black churches and burn to black lives matter. Banner Yesterday D. C. Police arrested Proud Boys leader and wreak a tar eo on charges of destruction of property as he returned to Washington D. C for this week's rallies. Counter protesters were involved in the clashes last month. But Bowser says the out of town demonstrators at the past pro trump rallies came here looking for a fight. This is serious business. The will of American people through a fair and just election is being questioned in violence is being incited. The city has shut down a number of downtown streets for the next two days. Some businesses are also temporarily shuttering, including the hotel and bar that was a gathering place for proud boys. During the last rallies. During the December protests, four people were stabbed. Nearby. Police chief Robert Conti is trying to drive home one message to people coming into the city to protest firearms. Are not permitted. Repeat firearms are not permitted. Conte says he's been made aware of some protesters plans to bring guns into the city. Even with a concealed carry license. It's illegal to bring a firearm within 1000 ft of any permitted demonstration or areas under the jurisdiction of the National Park Service, like the National Mall. Conti is also concerned about the Corona virus pandemic. Unlike this summer's racial justice protesters, many of the far right activists have not worn masks while demonstrating in D. C. They're going to be a lot of people here. We certainly anticipate that on when we have a lot of people that are in our city, the chances for people to get us sick, namely My officers and other residents. We just want to be very careful with that again. Despite the health concerns, Bowser says police won't be focused on arresting people who violate the city's mask ordinance. She says officers main priority over the next two days is to curb violence and property destruction and keep people out of immediate danger. For NPR news. I'm Mikaela Lefrak in Washington. This year for the first time in NC, double a history. The entire March Madness tournament will be held in one metro area in central Indiana. This is pandemic related, of course, and the economic benefit to the area could be huge, but the health risks are also major. Here's Samantha Horton. Of Indiana public broadcasting this spring, 60 men's basketball teams from colleges and universities across the country will gather it Indianapolis for March Madness that includes athletes, coaches and staff, along with families and press. The organizer's goal is to create a bubble similar to what the MBA did over the summer. Indianapolis was already set to host the final four this year, which NC double A senior vice president of basketball, Dan Gavitt says made it a logical choice. We knew when we made the decision to come to one geographic location that Having as many of those venues in the city of Indianapolis and in Marion County, in particular was important for the health protocols to be very similar. Gavitt says The city's long history of hosting sporting events should help NC double A is headquartered here in the city..
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Trump Supporters To Converge On Washington DC To Protest Election Results
"Far right groups and supporters of the departing president Trump are converging in Washington, D C to protest the results of the free and fair election. Makayla LeFrak of member station W. A. M. You reports This is the third time in less than two months that proud boys another far right. Activists rally in D. C. The protesters have a permit from the National Park Service to gather at the Lincoln Memorial and applause in near the White House. City officials are prepared for the crowds to spread throughout downtown D. C. Mayor Mariel Bowser recognized their right to protest but urged Washingtonians who might disagree to stay away. We're asking D C residents and people who live in the region to avoid confrontations with anybody who's looking for a fight. On the best way to do that is to avoid the area. DC's most prominent resident president Trump Tweeted that he will be at tomorrow's rally. Trump support of the protesters and unfounded claims of voter fraud. Have DC leaders concerned that this week's crowds will be large. 1000 has called in the National Guard to assist with crowd control this week. We will not allow people to incite violence intimidate our residents. Or caused destruction in our city. Violence broke out during both of the previous proud boys protests in December more than 30. People were arrested and eight police officers were injured. Demonstrators also damaged property at four black churches and burn to black lives matter. Banner Yesterday D. C. Police arrested Proud Boys leader and wreak a tar eo on charges of destruction of property as he returned to Washington D. C for this week's rallies. Counter protesters were involved in the clashes last month. But Bowser says the out of town demonstrators at the past pro trump rallies came here looking for a fight. This is serious business. The will of American people through a fair and just election is being questioned in violence is being incited. The city has shut down a number of downtown streets for the next two days. Some businesses are also temporarily shuttering, including the hotel and bar that was a gathering place for proud boys. During the last rallies. During the December protests, four people were stabbed. Nearby. Police chief Robert Conti is trying to drive home one message to people coming into the city to protest firearms. Are not permitted. Repeat firearms are not permitted. Conte says he's been made aware of some protesters plans to bring guns into the city. Even with a concealed carry license. It's illegal to bring a firearm within 1000 ft of any permitted demonstration or areas under the jurisdiction of the National Park Service, like the National Mall. Conti is also concerned about the Corona virus pandemic. Unlike this summer's racial justice protesters, many of the far right activists have not worn masks while demonstrating in D. C. They're going to be a lot of people here. We certainly anticipate that on when we have a lot of people that are in our city, the chances for people to get us sick, namely My officers and other residents. We just want to be very careful with that again. Despite the health concerns, Bowser says police won't be focused on arresting people who violate the city's mask ordinance. She says officers main priority over the next two days is to curb violence and property destruction and keep people out of immediate danger.
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"robert conti" Discussed on KCRW
"They put a lot of power in the state of the art his hands, So we have to impress people constantly because this is true like this is one of the most important elections. The presidential election was important, but this one This one is This'll. One is right there with like it's very important that Jordan's get out of vote. And you hear that from a lot of Democrats here? No. Well, they're very conscious of Georges role in in the country right now, this decisive election that will decide control of the U. S senate. So Democrats have been focusing hard on population centers like Atlanta and also Savannah, where Vice president elect Kamila Harris campaigned over the weekend there, hoping these kinds of efforts will enable them to win these two crucial Senate seats and with that sort of certain cement George's reputation as a blue ng state But we should mention that Biden fared much better than either of these Democratic Senate candidates in November. So Democrats no, it won't be an easy win tonight. NPR's Sarah McCammon in Dalton, Georgia. Thanks, sir. Example. Here in Washington. Congress is expected to certify Joe Biden's victory in the presidential election tomorrow. Starting today, far right groups and supporters of the departing president Trump are converging in Washington, D C to protest the results of the free and fair election. Makayla LeFrak of member station W. A. M. You reports This is the third time in less than two months that proud boys another far right Activists rally in D. C. The protesters have a permit from the National Park Service to gather at the Lincoln Memorial and applause in near the White House. City officials are prepared for the crowds to spread throughout downtown D. C. Mayor Mariel Bowser recognized their right to protest but urged Washingtonians who might disagree to stay away. We're asking D C residents and people who live in the region to avoid confrontations with anybody who's looking for a fight. In the best way to do that is to avoid the area. DC's most prominent resident president Trump Tweeted that he will be at tomorrow's rally. Trump support of the protesters and unfounded claims of voter fraud. Have DC leaders concerned that this week's crowds will be large. Hauser has called in the National Guard to assist with crowd control this week. We will not allow people to incite violence, intimidate our residents or caused destruction in our city. Violence broke out during both of the previous proud boys protests in December, more than 30. People were arrested and eight police officers were injured. Demonstrators also damaged property at four black churches and burn to black lives matter. Banner Yesterday D C. Police arrested Proud Boys leader and wreak a Torrio on charges of destruction of property as he returned to Washington D. C for this week's rallies. Counter protesters were involved in the clashes last month. But Bowser says Thea out of town demonstrators at the past pro trump rallies came here looking for a fight. This is serious business. The will of American people through a fair and just election is being questioned in violence is being incited. The city has shut down a number of downtown streets for the next two days. Some businesses are also temporarily shuttering, including the hotel and bar that was a gathering place for proud boys during the last rallies. During the December protests. Four people were stabbed. Nearby Police chief Robert Conti is trying to drive home One message to people coming into the city to protest firearms are not permitted. Repeat firearms are not permitted. Conte says he's been made aware of some protesters plans to bring guns into the city. Even with a concealed carry license. It's illegal to bring a firearm within 1000 ft of any permitted demonstration or areas under the jurisdiction of the National Park Service, like the National Mall. Conti is also concerned about the Corona virus pandemic. Unlike this summer's racial justice protesters, many of the far right activists have not worn masks while demonstrating in D C. There's gonna be a lot of people here. We certainly anticipate that on when we have a lot of people that are in our city, the chances for people to get us sick, namely my officers and other residents, we just want to be very careful. With that again. Despite the health concerns, Bowser says police won't be focused on arresting people who violate the city's mask ordinance. She says officers main priority over the next two days is to curb violence and property destruction and keep people out of immediate danger for NPR news. I'm Mikaela LeFrak in Washington. This year for the first time in NC, double a history. The entire March Madness tournament will be held in one metro area in central Indiana. This is pandemic related, of course, and the economic benefit to the area could be huge, but the health risks are also major. Here's Samantha Horton. Of Indiana public broadcasting this spring, 60 men's basketball teams from colleges and universities across the country will gather it Indianapolis for March Madness that includes athletes, coaches and staff, along with families and press. The organizer's goal is to create a bubble similar to what the MBA did over the summer. Indianapolis was already set to host the final four this year, which NC double A senior vice president of basketball, Dan Gavitt says made it a logical choice. We knew when we made the decision to come to one geographic location that Having as many of those venues in the city of Indianapolis and in Marion County, in particular was important for the health protocols to be very similar. Gavitt says The city's long history of hosting sporting events should help NC double A is headquartered here in the city..
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"robert conti" Discussed on WNYC 93.9 FM
"The art his hands, So we have to impress people constantly because this is true like this is one of the most important elections. The presidential election was important, but this This one is This'll. One is right there with like it's very important that Georgians get out of vote. And you hear that from a lot of Democrats here? No. Well, they're very conscious of Georges role in in the country right now, this decisive election that will decide control of the U. S senate. So Democrats have been focusing hard on population centers like Atlanta and also Savannah, where Vice president elect Kamila Harris campaigned over the weekend there, hoping these kinds of efforts will enable them to win these two crucial Senate seats and with that sort of cement George's reputation as a blue ng state But we should mention that Biden fared much better than either of these Democratic Senate candidates in November. So Democrats no, it won't be an easy win tonight. NPR's Sarah McCammon in Dalton, Georgia. Thanks, sir. Excellent. Here in Washington. Congress is expected to certify Joe Biden's victory in the presidential election tomorrow. Starting today, far right groups and supporters of the departing president Trump are converging in Washington, D C to protest the results of the free and fair election. Makayla Frank member station W. AM Yu reports. This is the third time in less than two months that proud boys another far right. Activists rally in D. C. The protesters have a permit from the National Park Service to gather at the Lincoln Memorial and applause in near the White House. City officials are prepared for the crowds to spread throughout downtown D. C. Air. Mariel Bowser recognized their right to protest but urged Washingtonians who might disagree to stay away. We're asking D C residents and people who live in the region to avoid confrontations with anybody who's looking for a fight in the best way to do that is to avoid the area, DC's most prominent resident president Trump Tweeted that he will be at tomorrow's rally. Trump's support of the protesters and unfounded claims of voter fraud. Have DC leaders concerned that this week's crowds will be large. Hauser has called in the National Guard to assist with crowd control this week. We will not allow people to incite violence, intimidate our residents or caused destruction in our city. Violence broke out during both of the previous proud boys protests. In December. More than 30. People were arrested and eight police officers were injured. Demonstrators also damaged property at four black churches and burn to black lives matter. Banner Yesterday D. C. Police arrested Proud Boys leader Enrique Torrio on charges of destruction of property as he returned to Washington D. C for this week's rallies. Counter protesters were involved in the clashes last month. But Bowser says the out of town demonstrators at the past pro trump rallies came here looking for a fight. This is serious business. The will of American people through a fair and just election is being questioned in violence is being incited. The city has shut down a number of downtown streets for the next two days. Some businesses are also temporarily shuttering, including the hotel and bar that was a gathering place for proud boys. During the last rallies. During the December protests, four people were stabs nearby. Police chief Robert Conti is trying to drive home one message to people coming into the city to protest firearms are not permitted. Repeat firearms are not permitted. Conte says he's been made aware of some protesters plans to bring guns into the city. Even with a concealed carry license. It's illegal to bring a firearm within 1000 ft of any permitted demonstration or areas under the jurisdiction of the National Park Service, like the National Mall. Conti is also concerned about the Corona virus pandemic. Unlike this summer's racial justice protesters, many of the far right activists have not worn masks while demonstrating in D C. There's gonna be a lot of people here. We certainly anticipate that on when we have a lot of people that are in our city, the chances for people to get us sick, namely my officers and other residents, we just want to be very careful. With that again. Despite the health concerns, Hauser says police won't be focused on arresting people who violate the city's mask ordinance. She says officers main priority over the next two days is to curb violence and property destruction and keep people out of immediate danger for NPR news. I'm Mikaela LeFrak in Washington. This year for the first time in NC, double a history. The entire March Madness tournament will be held in one metro area in central Indiana. This is pandemic related, of course, and the economic benefit to the area could be huge, but the health risks are also major. Here's Samantha Horton. Of Indiana public Broadcasting this spring, 68 men's basketball teams from colleges and universities across the country will gather it Indianapolis for March Madness that includes athletes, coaches and staff, along with families and press. The organizer's goal is to create a bubble similar to what the MBA did over the summer. Indianapolis was already set to host the final four this year, which NC double A senior vice president of basketball, Dan Gavitt says made it a logical choice. We knew when we made the decision to come to one geographic location that Having as many of those venues in the city of Indianapolis and then married county in particular was important for the health protocols to be very similar. Gavitt says The city's long history of hosting sporting events should help NC double A is headquartered here in the city..
WTOP 24 Hour News
Bowser names Contee new Washington DC police chief
"Against a national search for a new police chief for the city and W T. O P has learned that she will name Robert Conti to replace Peter Newsom. The 48 year Old County is now an assistant chief in charge of the homicide unit. He's been on the force for 31 years, joining as a cadet while he was still in high school. He sees Attorney General Karl Racine telling W. T O P. He's pleased with the mayor's pick the native Washingtonian who understands the District of Columbia. And I think really has a firm grasp of, you know of the community on D trust the community, and I think the community trust him as well. Conti grew up in the Carver Langston neighborhood of Northeast Washington during the crack coat crack cocaine error of the late 19 eighties. He's has said he witnessed police using brute force during that time. Karima