Tenure

NEW ORLEANS — “As a mayor, you should not be twerking. You should be working.” That’s what Belden “Noonie Man” Batiste told me when discussing his efforts to recall Mayor LaToya Cantrell of New Orleans, the first Black woman to lead the city, who has often been filmed dancing. Batiste is a small, bespectacled man who emphatically punches his hands and churns his forearms like the paddle wheel of a steamboat when he speaks. He is an energetic activist in the city and a serial candidate who has suffered serial losses, including for mayor. And he has raised serious concerns about the Cantrell administration, which has struggled with police retention, suspect spending and travel, charges of corruption, sanitation and particularly crime. But his twerking comment exposes a pettiness that has convinced several of the Black women I spoke to in the city not only that Cantrell is being held to a higher standard than a white man would be, but also that she is subject to a kind of sexism … [Read more...] about The Beleaguered Queen of New Orleans

close Video Ronna McDaniel says she's confident she has the support needed to win re-election as RNC chair Ronna McDaniel says she's confident she has the support needed to win re-election as RNC chair. McDaniel made her comments in an interview with Fox News Digital at the RNC winter meeting in Dana Point, California, on Jan. 25, 2023. DANA POINT, Calif. – After nearly two months of barbs and accusations, a major fight for the future of the Republican Party concludes Friday at a luxury seaside resort in southern California’s Orange County. That’s where the Republican National Committee’s (RNC) 168 members, gathering for their annual winter meeting, will hold a secret ballot vote for the national party’s next chair. On the eve of the highly anticipated vote, one of the most popular politicians in the GOP weighed-in on the race, as Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis called for "a change" and urged "new blood" at the RNC. The conservative governor, … [Read more...] about DeSantis weighs in, Trump doesn’t, in GOP brawl between McDaniel and Dhillon to chair the RNC

With Josh Gattis’ long-expected departure from the Hurricanes now official, Mario Cristobal and Miami are searching for a new offensive coordinator. Last year, Miami made a big splash by hiring Gattis, who was coming off a Broyles Award-winning season at Michigan. Unfortunately for UM fans, it did not work out as planned. The Hurricanes ended the season 97th in offense. Gattis, who also filled the role of wide receivers coach, is the second Hurricanes offensive assistant to leave this offseason, joining former quarterbacks coach Frank Ponce, who is the new offensive coordinator at Appalachian State. The Hurricanes will need to find a coordinator who can double up at one of those positions and find a new position coach for the other. But first, UM needs to find its new offensive coordinator. Here is a short list of possible candidates: Marcus Arroyo Arroyo, who was UNLV’s head coach until he was fired at the end of the 2022 season, has experience working with … [Read more...] about Who will be Hurricanes’ new offensive coordinator? Seven candidates to consider, including ex-Dolphins WR Brian Hartline

Countdown’s Susie Dent hints at future on show while addressing her ‘rude’ on-air blunders (Image: CHANNEL4•GETTY) SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Susie Dent , 58, has made over 4,500 appearances on Countdown, after making her debut on the show in 1992. However, the brainy star has recently insisted that despite her lengthy tenure, she’ll “never get tired of the show”. Related articles Sopranos' John Ventimiglia 'heartbroken' as daughter Odele dies at 25 Elton John ‘heartbroken’ as gig axed last minute due to 'emergency' The lexicographer fronts the hit Channel 4 programme alongside Rachel Riley, 37, and new host Colin Murray, 45. When quizzed on her experiences as part of the series earlier this month, … [Read more...] about Countdown’s Susie Dent hints at future on show while addressing her ‘rude’ on-air blunders

close Video Ronna McDaniel says she's confident she has the support needed to win re-election as RNC chair Ronna McDaniel says she's confident she has the support needed to win re-election as RNC chair. McDaniel made her comments in an interview with Fox News Digital at the RNC winter meeting in Dana Point, California, on Jan. 25, 2023. DANA POINT, Calif. – Republican National Committee chair Ronna McDaniel won re-election on Friday, bringing to an end nearly two months of barbs and accusations amid a major fight for the future of the GOP. "With all of us united, the Democrats are going to hear from us in 2024," McDaniel said from the podium after the results of the secret ballot was announced. McDaniel won the support of 111 committee members who cast ballots in a secret ballot vote for chair, more than the majority of the 168 members needed to secure a fourth two-year term steering the RNC, which is unprecedented in modern times. The vote … [Read more...] about Ronna McDaniel wins re-election to an unprecedented fourth term chairing the Republican National Committee

close Video Fox News Flash top sports headlines for January 27 Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. Conversations continue to swirl around Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy's job security . The noise only seemed to increase after the Cowboys were eliminated from the playoffs by the San Francisco 49ers for a second straight year. The possibility of Jerry Jones hiring Sean Payton or another experienced coach still seems to loom over the franchise, but McCarthy said the Cowboys owner wants him to stick around for much longer. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Head coach Mike McCarthy of the Dallas Cowboys and Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones talk with the media during a press conference at the Ford Center at The Star on January 8, 2020, in Frisco, Texas. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images) Following his third season and … [Read more...] about Mike McCarthy says owner Jerry Jones wants him to coach as long as this legendary Cowboys coach