Sunday, June 8, 2025

Far-Left Demonstration Forces White House to Reschedule Saturday’s Spring Garden Tours.

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What Happened: The Trump White House is rescheduling Spring Garden Tours for Saturday, April 5, in response to a planned far-left protest against President Donald J. Trump.

👥 Who’s Involved: The Trump White House, The Office of the First Lady, Planned Parenthood, the Human Rights Campaign, the Indivisible movement, and dozens of other Democrat-aligned far-left advocacy groups.

📍 Where & When: The White House, Washington, D.C., other demonstrations are planned in cities around the country.

💬 Key Quote:  “This decision has been made out of an abundance of caution and to ensure the safety of all within proximity to public demonstrations planned near the White House on Saturday, April 5, 2025,” the White House said, advising that the Saturday tours will be rescheduled to Sunday.

⚠️ Impact: The rescheduling of the garden tours could impact thousands of tourists who had tickets for tours scheduled on Saturday. Meanwhile, the mass demonstration is notable as it will be the first large-scale protest against Trump since he returned to the White House.

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The Trump White House announced they are rescheduling Spring Garden Tours for April 5 “out of an abundance of caution” in anticipation of planned far-left demonstrations against President Donald J. Trump’s America First policy agenda in Washington, D.C., and other cities across the United States on Saturday. Some of the most influential Democrat-aligned nonprofit advocacy groups are organizing the mass protest and claim that they received 250,000 RSVPs by the end of March.

Among the groups behind the planned demonstrations is the Human Rights Campaign, a radical nonprofit advocacy group that pushes extremist pro-transgender policies. Planned Parenthood, the nation’s largest abortionist and a significant funder of Democrat election campaigns, is also part of the coalition organizing the protests. Additional organizers include Declaration for American Democracy—which backs Democratic Party legislative and lawfare efforts to undermine election integrity laws—and the anti-Trump Indivisible movement, which encouraged government employees to actively resist President Trump’s agenda during his first term in office.

“The White House is working closely with the United States Secret Service and National Park Service to safely accommodate all ticket holders for the 2025 Spring Garden Tours, which will continue to be held on Sunday, April 6, 2025, with the following adjustment,” the Office of the First Lady stated. “All previously allocated tickets for Saturday, April 5, will be honored on Sunday, April 6, between 10:00 AM and 2:30 PM (regardless of the original Saturday time slot printed on the ticket).”

According to the White House, those who hold tickets for tours scheduled for Sunday, April 6, “should plan to continue to adhere to the time slot noted on their ticket(s).”

The planned demonstrations are notable as they will be the first large-scale action orchestrated by Democratic Party-aligned activist groups since Trump’s landslide 2024 presidential election victory. Some political observers have speculated that Trump’s aggressive pace in implementing his America First agenda caught many of his political opponents off guard and contributed to their political demoralization.

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RINO Lawmakers in Florida Are Using Their Supermajority to Impose the Latest Green Agenda Scam.

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❓ What Happened: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is criticizing Republican lawmakers in the state legislature for not focusing on voter priorities and instead wasting time trying to implement the green agenda policy scams.

👥 Who’s Involved: Gov. Ron DeSantis, Republican lawmakers who hold supermajorities in the Florida House and Senate.

📍 Where & When: A hearing on a controversial environmental policy bill was held on Tuesday, starting its movement through the legislative process.

💬 Key Quote: “Carbon sequestration is a scam,” Gov. DeSantis said regarding the legislative proposal.

⚠️ Impact: While state lawmakers have been careful not to defy the Governor in the past, they are increasingly “moderating” and abandoning DeSantis’s more conservative policy goals now that he is a lame duck, set to leave office in 2026.

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) is hammering Republicans in the state legislature over their embrace of the latest green agenda policy scam that purports to reduce the impact carbon emissions have on climate change. While DeSantis works to push his plan to eliminate Florida’s sales tax, he contends the Republican legislative supermajority is wasting time and political capital on creating a far-left state task force charged with developing a framework to implement a carbon sequestration program in the state.

“The Florida House of Representatives has a Republican supermajority, and what are they spending their time doing? Well, they are hearing in a committee a bill about carbon sequestration,” the Florida Governor said in a video posted to X (formerly Twitter). DeSantis continued, noting that the latest far-left green agenda policy fad would mean “Potentially injecting carbon into our soil, aquifer, and even our ocean floor.”

“Carbon sequestration is a scam, ” Gov. DeSantis declared. “It is part of climate ideology, and it should not be in law in the state of Florida, and certainly should not be the work of a Republican supermajority.”

DeSantis contends that Florida voters want lawmakers to focus on other policy priorities, and implementing a carbon sequestration program may generate a political backlash that could jeopardize the Republican supermajorities in both houses of the state legislature.

Carbon sequestration is a controversial and unproven process in which atmospheric carbon dioxide is captured and stored in man-made carbon sinks created by injecting the carbon into the Earth’s crust.

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REPORT: Trump Axes NatSec Staff Who Failed Laura Loomer’s Loyalty Checks.

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What Happened: Several members of President Donald J. Trump’s National Security Council (NSC) were fired on Thursday following a visit from independent investigative reporter Laura Loomer highlighting neocon infiltrators on the team.

👥 Who’s Involved: Laura Loomer pressed the administration to act, while a U.S. official and a source familiar confirmed the firings, with up to 10 NSC staffers, including senior directors, reportedly axed.

📍 Where & When: The firings hit Washington, D.C., on April 3, 2025, one day after Loomer’s Oval Office visit on April 2, 2025.

💬 Key Quote: A U.S. official said Loomer was “furious that ‘neocons’ had slipped through the vetting process,” calling the firings a “bloodbath.”

⚠️ Impact: The shakeup signals Trump’s intent to root out establishment hawks.

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President Donald J. Trump’s National Security Council was rocked by a string of firings on Thursday, just 24 hours after conservative firebrand Laura Loomer visited the Oval Office. Sources say Loomer handed Trump “research and evidence” targeting “neocons” on the Council—holdovers from the Bush-era foreign policy establishment. By the next day, multiple NSC members, possibly as many as 10, including senior directors, were out the door.

A U.S. official said that Loomer was livid about “neocons slipping through” the administration’s vetting process, and while it’s not yet confirmed her visit directly sparked the purge, the timing indicates a possible connection. The source called it an “anti-neocon move,” while the official warned of an ongoing “bloodbath.” still unfolding.

The firings also follow “Signalgate,” which saw National Security Advisor Mike Waltz accidentally loop an anti-Trump journalist into a group chat about strikes against the Houthis in Yemen. However, no connection between the firings and this misstep has been established.

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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Ditches Democrats, Will Seek Reelection as an Independent.

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What Happened: New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced his intention to seek reelection as an independent candidate.

👥 Who’s Involved: Eric Adams, currently serving as mayor; Former Governor Andrew Cuomo, who is also running for mayor.

📍 Where & When: The announcement was made during an interview with POLITICO, published on Thursday.

💬 Key Quote: Adams stated, “I’m in the race to the end… I’m not running on the Democratic line.”

⚠️ Impact: This decision signifies a shift in political strategy following the recent dropping of bribery charges against him.

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams has revealed his intention to run for reelection as an independent candidate, marking a significant shift in his political strategy. This announcement came during an interview with POLITICO, published Thursday. Adams’s departure from the Democratic Party and the launch of his independent bid for reelection comes on the heels of federal prosecutors deciding to drop all bribery and related charges against the New York City Mayor.

“I have been this racehorse that has been held back. This is so unnatural for me,” Adams said on Thursday. He continued: “I’m in the race to the end. I’m not running on the Democratic line. It’s just not realistic to turn around my numbers and to run a good campaign (from) where we are right now.”

In September, Adams faced allegations of accepting illegal campaign contributions from the Turkish government, leading to federal bribery, conspiracy, and campaign finance charges. He pleaded not guilty to all counts. However, earlier this year, the Department of Justice (DOJ) moved to dismiss the corruption charges, which were officially dropped on Wednesday after a federal judge approved the government’s dismissal motion. Adams expressed feeling “handcuffed” by the legal proceedings.

A recent survey conducted by Quinnipac University showed Adams with just a 20 percent approval rating among New Yorkers, suggesting his independent bid will face serious headwinds heading into the November election. Adams has already drawn a serious challenger in the mayoral race, with former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo also entering.

Over three million New York City residents are registered Democrats, and another 1.1 million identify as independents, while just 558,778 are registered as Republicans. However, a crowded Democrat primary field could result in a far-left candidate like Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani narrowly edging out a win, which Adams’s allies believe would be the best-case scenario for his independent reelection bid.

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Powerful GOP Establishment Lobbyist Tied to Florida Republicans Lobbies Against DOGE Cuts to PBS.

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What Happened: The Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) has hired powerful Republican lobbyist Brian Ballard to lobby against any proposed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) cuts to the public broadcaster’s funding.

👥 Who’s Involved: Lobbyist Brian Ballard, PBS, and DOGE.

📍 Where & When: Washington, D.C.

💬 Key Quote: “The Presidential Personnel Office, which is responsible for recruiting and vetting political appointees, will count its deputy director as Trent Morse… a former senior associate at Ballard Partners, the GOP-aligned lobbying firm where he worked on behalf of dozens of clients between 2021 and 2022, lobbying disclosures show.” — The Washington Examiner on January 23, 2025.

⚠️ Impact: Ballard’s extensive ties to the White House and Republican lawmakers on Capitol Hill could make DOGE efforts to reduce taxpayer funding of PBS a difficult task.

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Brian Ballard, an influential Republican lobbyist with ties to numerous establishment Republican Party figures and numerous top politicians in Florida, has registered as a lobbyist for the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). According to lobbying disclosure reports, Ballard’s lobbying work will pertain to PBS’s funding and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This likely means that the Republican lobbyist has been tapped by the public broadcaster to head off any potential cuts in taxpayer funding recommended by DOGE to President Donald J. Trump.

Since President Trump’s landslide 2024 election victory, a cohort of Republican Party insiders have seen a boon in lobbying contracts from individuals and companies that had previously alienated themselves from the America First leader. The National Pulse previously reported that Facebook founder and Big Tech billionaire Mark Zuckerberg hired establishment Republican money man Brian Baker to help smooth relations with GOP lawmakers and center-right think tankers in Washington, D.C. Baker is no stranger to the Facebook co-founder and billionaire, having helped Zuckerberg’s so-called “election infrastructure” efforts during the 2022 midterm elections.

In the case of Ballard, much like Baker, the GOP lobbyist has extensive ties to many key figures in the political establishment. Ballard has served as a co-chair for the inaugurations of three Florida governors: Ron DeSantis, Rick Scott, and former Republican Charlie Crist. Additionally, Ballard was active as the Florida Finance Committee chairman for John McCain‘s 2008 presidential campaign, Mitt Romney‘s 2012 presidential campaign, and the Trump 2016 presidential campaign. The GOP lobbyist also served as the Finance Vice Chairman of the Republican National Committee (RNC).

Notably, during the 2016 Republican presidential primary, Ballard first backed Jeb Bush and then Marco Rubio before finally lending his support to Trump once the nomination fight was all but settled. Ballard has worked as a lobbyist and fundraiser since the end of his tenure as chief of staff to former Florida Governor Bob Martinez, who left office in 1991.

Both PBS and National Public Radio (NPR) have come under intense scrutiny from lawmakers on Capitol Hill and DOGE staffers. For years, Republicans have pushed to defund the two entities and their parent organization, the taxpayer-funded Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB).

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Florida Special Elections Test GOP Strength in House Races.

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What Happened: Special elections are being held in two Florida congressional districts that were previously considered safe for Republicans, with increased attention after President Donald J. Trump removed Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) from consideration for U.N. ambassador over concerns the House Republican majority could be in jeopardy.

👥 Who’s Involved: Democratic candidate Josh Weil, Republican state Sen. Randy Fine, Republican Jimmy Patronis, Democrat Gay Valimont, former Rep. Mike Waltz (R-FL), former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL), President Trump, and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.

📍 Where & When: Special elections in Florida’s 6th and 1st Congressional Districts, with voting on Tuesday, April 1.

💬 Key Quote: President Trump stated, “We don’t want to take any chances… It’s basic politics.”

⚠️ Impact: These contests are drawing significant attention due to unexpected competitiveness and are seen as a litmus test for GOP strength, potentially affecting legislative support for Trump’s agenda.

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Two critical special elections in Florida are underway as voters head to the polls on Tuesday. The two high-profile races for the House of Representatives could significantly impact the Republican majority in Congress and whether the party continues to control the lower legislative chamber in the coming months.

Last week, President Donald J. Trump moved to withdraw Rep. Elise Stefanik’s (R-NY) nomination for U.N Ambassador as a Republican loss in either of the Florida races today could reduce the GOP majority to just a three-seat margin. Republicans currently hold a five-seat edge over the Democrats. However, there are four vacant House seats, with two of the vacancies being in deep blue Democrat districts.

The move to withdraw Stefanik’s appointment signals Trump’s intent to prevent further weakening of the House majority. Trump commented, “We don’t want to take any chances… It’s basic politics.”

In the 6th District, which spans Florida’s Eastern Coast, Democrat Josh Weil is facing off against Republican state Sen. Randy Fine. The district was previously held by Mike Waltz, who vacated his seat for a role as Trump’s national security advisor. Notably, Weil, a teacher, has gathered over $9 million in campaign funds by mid-March, significantly overshadowing Fine’s less than $1 million, as per Federal Election Commission data. Retaining this seat is considered absolutely crucial to the GOP majority’s continued control of the House.

Meanwhile, the 1st District in the Panhandle pits Republican Jimmy Patronis, Florida’s chief financial officer, against Democrat Gay Valimont, an ardent gun control advocate. This race replaces former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL), who resigned following House Ethics Committee allegations hindering his nomination for attorney general. Valimont’s campaign raised nearly $6.5 million compared to Patronis’ $2.1 million by mid-March.

These elections, alongside a Wisconsin Supreme Court race, are the first since Trump resumed office, offering insights into the GOP’s standing. Additionally, Wisconsin Democrats hope that control of the state’s Supreme Court can clear the way for mid-decade redistricting, with Republicans likely to lose a Congressional seat in the state under a new district map.

Despite enthusiasm among Democratic Party activists, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) has stopped short of guaranteeing any pickups for his party this evening. “What I can say, almost guarantee, is that the Democratic candidate in both of these Florida special elections will significantly over-perform, which will represent another sign that the Republicans are on the run and that Democrats are going to take back control of the House of Representatives next year,” Jeffries said on Tuesday.

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‘Nobody Wants Tim Walz’ — Mike Lindell Eyes Minnesota Governor Seat.

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What Happened: Mike Lindell, CEO of MyPillow and a notable supporter of President Donald J. Trump, is considering a run for governor of Minnesota in 2026.

👥 Who’s Involved: Mike Lindell, MyPillow CEO; Tim Walz, Governor of Minnesota; and Robert Zeidman, computer forensics expert.

📍 Where & When: Minnesota; next gubernatorial election set for November 3, 2026.

💬 Key Quote: “I live here in Minnesota. Everywhere I go, nobody wants Tim Walz.” — Mike Lindell on Lindell TV.

⚠️ Impact: Lindell’s potential candidacy could influence the political landscape in Minnesota, especially given his prominent role in the MAGA movement.

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Mike Lindell, the founder and CEO of MyPillow, has announced that he is considering a potential run for the governorship of Minnesota in 2026. Known for his outspoken support of former President Trump, Lindell has become a prominent figure within the MAGA movement. His influence extends through platforms like FrankSpeech and Lindell TV, where he frequently discusses conservative viewpoints and political strategies.

Speaking on his show, Lindell expressed dissatisfaction with current governor Tim Walz, stating that he is conducting “due diligence” with plans to announce further intentions in the future. “Everywhere I go, nobody wants Tim Walz,” Lindell asserted.

Governor Walz, the failed Democratic vice presidential candidate in 2024, has not yet confirmed whether he will pursue a third term. He was previously re-elected in 2022 but may be considering a U.S. Senate run in 2026—and even a presidential run in 2028.

Lindell’s political involvement has included arguing against the 2020 presidential election results, alleging fraudulent activities against Trump.

The upcoming Minnesota governor’s race is scheduled for November 3, 2026.

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President Trump Exempts National Security Agencies from Collective Bargaining Requirements.

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What Happened: President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order to end collective bargaining with federal unions in several agencies tied to national security. This action uses authority from the Civil Service Reform Act of 1978.

👥 Who’s Involved: President Donald J. Trump, Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), National Science Foundation (NSF), Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Justice (DOJ), Department of State, Department of Energy (DOE), and others.

📍 Where & When: The White House, recent Executive Order signing.

💬 Key Quote: “President Trump supports constructive partnerships with unions who work with him; he will not tolerate mass obstruction that jeopardizes his ability to manage agencies with vital national security missions,” the White House said in a statement.

⚠️ Impact: The order aims to ensure that agencies central to national security can operate without delays and intrusive union restrictions, affecting the implementation of policies and management decisions.

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President Donald J. Trump has signed an Executive Order to terminate collective bargaining agreements with federal unions in agencies associated with national security. This decision, made under the Civil Service Reform Act of 1978, involves ending union negotiations within pivotal government entities such as the Department of Defense (D0D), Veterans Affairs (VA), the National Science Foundation (NSF), and the Coast Guard. These agencies have essential roles, such as healthcare for troops, military research, and safeguarding national borders.

Besides defense, the order impacts border security, foreign relations, energy security, pandemic preparedness, cybersecurity, economic defense, and public safety. Within these sectors, departments like Homeland Security (DHS), Justice (DOJ), State, and Energy (DOE) will see collective bargaining with federal unions halted.

The move is meant to eliminate delays and impediments in policy implementation associated with union negotiations. President Trump points to the challenges posed by union activities as obstacles in executing crucial national security measures. Union contracts, often renegotiated under the former administration, impede the ability of agencies to modify policies as swiftly as necessary, especially during ongoing security threats.

For instance, unions have been able to delay adjustments to cybersecurity protocols, citing the need for bargaining rights. This has proven problematic for agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The Executive Order explicitly aims to counteract such obstructions, emphasizing a move toward more prompt and decisive governance.

Unions, considered adversarial by the administration, have filed numerous grievances against Trump administration policies, as demonstrated by the Veterans Affairs unions’ significant volume of actions taken since his inauguration. The administration argues that such union participation undermines the effectiveness of national security operations.

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Utah Bans LGBT Pride Flags in Public Buildings and Schools.

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What Happened: Utah’s governor allowed a law to take effect prohibiting the display of LGBT pride flags at public buildings, opting not to veto it despite concerns.

👥 Who’s Involved: Utah Governor Spencer Cox, Salt Lake City officials, Sundance Film Festival representatives, Utah Legislature, and the LGBT community.

📍 Where & When: Utah; the new law takes effect on May 7.

💬 Key Quote: Gov. Cox expressed appreciation for the LGBT community, acknowledging recent legislation has been challenging: “I want you to know that I love and appreciate you, and I am grateful that you are part of our state.”

⚠️ Impact: The law may increase tensions between state authorities and local governments, particularly Salt Lake City, while also potentially influencing events like the Sundance Film Festival to seek new venues.

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Utah has effectively banned the display of LGBT pride flags on state and local government properties. Only select flags, such as the U.S. flag, the state flag, and military flags, are allowed to be flown. Governor Spencer Cox announced he would let the legislation become law without his signature.

The law, set to take effect on May 7, compels state and local governments to restrict flag displays, incurring a $500 daily fine for non-compliance.

The Republican governor expressed reservations over the extent of the law, noting the potential clash with politically neutral spaces, particularly in school settings. Despite his misgivings, Cox opted against a veto, citing an expected legislative override.

Governor Cox reached out to the LGBT community, expressing empathy while acknowledging the challenging nature of recent legislative actions but maintaining his support for their place in Utah. “I want you to know that I love and appreciate you, and I am grateful that you are part of our state,” the governor said.

The legislation coincides with the Sundance Film Festival’s decision to relocate from Park City, Utah, to Boulder, Colorado. While festival representatives stated their move was not politically driven, Utah’s political climate has surfaced as a topic of discussion as Boulder provides what the festival views as a “welcoming environment.”

Utah’s legislation comes a year after the Oklahoma GOP looked to ban the state funding of LGBT ideology as well as pride events and prohibit the display of pride flags on state property. The bill, however, died just months after being introduced, not making it out of committee.

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Trans Student Allegedly Attacks Conservative Activist with Bike Lock in Viral Video.

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What Happened: A conservative student was reportedly attacked by another student with a bike lock at the University of Texas, Dallas.

👥 Who’s Involved: Paige Neumann, a conservative student and chapter president of Turning Point USA, and Liam Thanh Tam Nguyen, who also identifies as Alyssa.

📍 Where & When: University of Texas, Dallas, on Monday.

💬 Key Quote: Neumann on the incident: “It did hit the back of my head. It hit me almost on my neck.”

⚠️ Impact: Neumann reported a head injury and had her phone shattered, while another student’s phone was also destroyed. Nguyen faces several charges from the incident.

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A student at the University of Texas, Dallas, is facing serious charges following an incident involving a bike lock used as a weapon. Liam Thanh Tam Nguyen, who identifies as transgender and uses the name Alyssa, is accused of attacking Paige Neumann, a Turning Point USA chapter president, during an altercation captured in a video on Monday. The footage reportedly shows Nguyen swinging a bike lock towards Neumann.

Nguyen was arrested the same day and booked into Collin County Jail. According to charges detailed by the Dallas Observer, Nguyen faces two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, alongside accusations of attempting to seize a weapon from an officer and assault of a peace officer.

Neumann, who recorded the incident, discussed the impact and her injuries in a television appearance. “It did hit the back of my head,” she said before continuing: “That is exactly what happened. It hit me almost on my neck.”

“If he would have aimed a little bit lower, I could have been paralyzed. I think he wanted to kill me,” Neumann added.

The confrontation also resulted in damaged property, with both Neumann’s and another student’s phones broken. Turning Point USA highlighted these details in a post on X (formerly Twitter), stating that the force shattered Neumann’s phone. “@TPUSAStudents Chapter President, Paige Neumann, and her secretary, Grace, were assaulted today while tabling at the University of Texas at Dallas,” the post reads, continuing: “The attacker (pictured below) struck Paige in the head with a metal bike lock, hitting her with enough force to shatter her phone. Grace’s phone was also destroyed.”

Subsequently, following the bike lock attack, Neumann filed a formal police report, and university authorities said they were taking the incident seriously. Neumann has emphasized she had no interaction with Nguyen before the alleged attack.

Neumann insists her presence at the incident was routine, without provocation towards Nguyen. She acknowledged ongoing discomfort from her injuries and intends to consult medical professionals for further assessment.

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