First Black woman and openly gay White House spokesperson replaces Psaki

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2 years ago

May 6, 2022

Brittany Coles

US President Joe Biden has named Karine Jean-Pierre as first Black woman spokesperson of the White House

Biden has chosen Karine Jean-Pierre as White House press secretary to replace Jen Psaki, who leaves on May 13.

Jean-Pierre will be the first Black woman and the first openly LGBTQ+ person in the role.

Thank you ⁦@POTUS⁩ and @FLOTUS for this opportunity. It is a true honor. I look forward to serving this Administration and the American people. I have big shoes to fill. @PressSec has been a great friend, mentor and excellent press secretary. pic.twitter.com/1knmbe2Nxq
— Karine Jean-Pierre (@KJP46) May 5, 2022

In a statement, Biden says Karine brings talent and integrity needed for the difficult job.

“Karine not only brings the experience, talent and integrity needed for this difficult job, but she will continue to lead the way in communicating about the work of the Biden-Harris Administration on behalf of the American people,”
Biden says in a statement praising Jean-Pierre.

She has served as Biden’s principal deputy press secretary and will take to the mic full-time after Psaki exits the role to work back in TV news.

Lots to say about how grateful I am to @POTUS and @FLOTUS and the Biden family for trusting me to serve as @PressSec and plenty of time before my last day to share, but today is about @KJP46 so a few thoughts on this remarkable woman who will soon be behind the podium every day.
— Jen Psaki (@PressSec) May 5, 2022

Psaki says Representation matters and believes Karine will give a voice to many, and make many dream big about what is truly possible.

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki introducing future White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, who will be the first black and out LGTBQ person in the role pic.twitter.com/bvth2sEUko
— Arlette Saenz (@ArletteSaenz) May 5, 2022

“She will be the first black woman and the first openly LGBTQ+ person to serve as the White House Press Secretary,” Psaki says on the significance of the history-making appointment.

“Representation matters and she will give a voice to many, but also make many dream big about what is truly possible.”

Why Australia is becoming the new home of the Hollywood blockbuster

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1 day ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Australia’s multimillion-dollar campaign to attract Hollywood productions to its shores appears to be paying off.

The allure of Australia lies not only in its picturesque locations but also in its competitive financial incentives.

The government offers generous rebates and tax breaks to international productions, making it an attractive proposition for filmmakers looking to maximise their budgets.

Despite the recent intake of Hollywood productions down under such as ‘The Fall Guy’ and ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’, Aussie independents are still finding the space to carve their own creative path.

Rob Fantozzi joined the program to discuss the latest in Hollywood, and showcased his own upcoming project – ‘Omerta‘. #featured

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Portal between countries shut down after international flashing

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1 day ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

An international video portal has been forced to shut down after an OnlyFans model reportedly flashed passersby from across the globe.

On this episode of Ahron and Mike Live – Which would you prefer; pay rise or work perks, an international portal closes, the military reveal a submarine stingray and are you on a top or bottom burger bun?

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Mike Loder discuss. #featured #trending

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U.S. home prices surge 47%

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2 days ago

May 17, 2024

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American home prices are rising at faster pace now than in the last 20-years.

A recent analysis reveals a jaw dropping surge in the cost of American homes.

Since the start of 2020, U.S. home prices have surged 47% easily outstripping the gains seen in recent decades.

On top of that, home price growth so far this decade is on the verge of surpassing all the growth seen in the 2000s.

Many experts believe this decade’s housing market frenzy was ignited by a perfect storm — the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic triggering an unprecedented rush among buyers.

Tom Hutchens, the Executive Vice President of Production at Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions joins Veronica Dudo to discuss.

#IN AMERICA TODAY #economy #housing #housingmarket #homeprices #homesales #inflation #trending