Washington state Democratic Rep. Pramila Jayapal didn’t mince words when she admitted her complete hypocrisy over changing Senate rules after the devastating election for Democrats.

Far-left Democrats have called for senators to get rid of the filibuster rule in order to allow a simple majority to pass legislation instead of having to secure some support from the opposing party. Critics on the right and others cautioned against lowering standards for bipartisanship in Congress.

‘Clearly not enough voters knew what Democrats were gonna do to make their lives better.’

Jayapal was asked by Jennifer Bendery of the Huffington Post whether she still supported changing the filibuster rule after President-elect Donald Trump chalked up historic gains in the election.

“Am I championing getting rid of the filibuster now when the [GOP] has the trifecta? No. But had we had the trifecta, I would have been,” she responded.

Trump has been declared the electoral vote victor and will likely be declared the popular vote winner. Republicans have regained control the U.S. Senate while getting closer to increasing control of the House of Representatives.

“If we had had control of the trifecta and gotten rid of the filibuster to pass minimum wage, to pass paid sick leave,” Jayapal continued, “things that are passing on ballot measures that are so popular… then I think we would have built some trust with the American people.”

She didn’t even pretend to acknowledge the brazen hypocrisy of her position on the filibuster.

Jayapal added that it would have been justified for Democrats to get rid of the filibuster “because we have to show that the government can deliver.”

Jayapal also offered her explanation for the devastating election losses for Democrats.

“Clearly not enough voters knew what Democrats were gonna do to make their lives better,” she replied, “particularly poor and working class Americans across this country.”

She went to say Democrats were eager to mount an effort to defeat Trump’s appointments, which she said were extreme.

“I think we’re gonna continue to see a number of people that have disturbing histories being appointed to many of these positions,” Jayapal added. “We’re gonna have to figure out how we fight that best.”

Jayapal is the chair of the Progressive Caucus in Congress.

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One group Democrats can always count on to show their support for even the most radical candidates and policies is celebrities.

And this election season was no different. From Taylor Swift and Beyonce to Jimmy Kimmel and psycho Mark Hamill, Kamala Harris’ list of celebrity endorsements was long.

As it turns out, however, nobody cared.

Taylor Swift’s cringey Instagram post where she praised Harris and Walz and threw a jab at JD Vance was for naught. Beyonce’s “As a mother, I demand the right to kill children” speech at Harris’ Houston rally was for naught. In fact, every Harris celebrity endorsement was for naught because Donald Trump won in a landslide victory. Americans didn’t care what celebrities had to say.

Dave Rubin plays Megyn Kelly’s hilarious message for celebrities following the epic red sweep that just changed the trajectory for the nation.

“One of the big losers? The celeb crowd,” she began. “Beyonce? Loser. Oprah? Huge loser. J.Lo? … Loser!”

“We would like to know what happened between you and Ben Affleck, what happened between you and P. Diddy, exactly what you’re doing to your butt, and how you keep your skin so glowy. That will end the list of things we care about,” Kelly said regarding Jennifer Lopez.

Her message for Swift was even more brutal.

“Taylor Swift, sorry you effed around and found out. You do not have unlimited influence. The young girls love you because you sing songs about men who break up with you, and they can all relate to that. No one gives two s**** about your political opinion, so you should take it and stuff it,” she lambasted, adding that Swift’s next song should be called “Stuff It.”

Kelly also roasted Julia Roberts for narrating a Harris-Walz ad centered around a woman who secretly votes opposite of her husband’s political views.

Calling Roberts a “husband stealer,” Kelly said, “Maybe don’t be the voice of the ad in which we talk about women betraying their husbands.”

“Of course she’s right,” says Dave. “We’ve had it with the celebrities; we don’t care about these people. You want to talk about your skin regimen or your Botox or whatever, fine, fine. But stop bludgeoning us with your bulls*** because you’ve been to parties with child molesters.”

To hear more of Kelly’s epic celebrity roast, watch the clip above.

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A masked male was caught on video allegedly trying to kidnap a 6-year-old boy while the victim was holding his father’s hand on a sidewalk in Brooklyn over the weekend.

WABC-TV reported that the 28-year-old male was seen on surveillance videos yanking the boy so hard while he held on to his father’s hand that the victim’s feet came off the ground — but the the dad and son continued to hold hands tight.

‘I don’t think it was a hate crime, but it was scary.’

The father is seen on the clip quickly turning around and shoving the culprit, and the incident appears to end at that point.

You can view a video report here about the incident, which includes a pair of surveillance clips showing the suspect grabbing the child.

The incident occurred in front of multiple cameras on a block of Kingston Avenue in Crown Heights around 3:30 p.m. Saturday while the father and son were on their way to a Sabbath gathering, WABC said.

Incredibly, the boy’s mother told the station that the suspect is actually their neighbor.

What’s more, the couple noted to WABC that they’ve seen the suspect before and said he’s never said or done anything unusual.

“He’d always hold the door, he always was nice,” the mother added to the station.

The mother also told WABC she’s heard from neighbors that something else was going on with the suspect, and he’d had a bad day.

She added to the station that while members of the Jewish community in the neighborhood already are on edge with a citywide increase in anti-Semitic incidents since October 7 of last year, the mother doesn’t believe it was a hate crime.

“I don’t think it was a hate crime, but it was scary,” she told WABC. “It was like a scary incident. When you live in New York, you don’t expect someone to attack a six-year-old and take him away from his parents.”

The mother noted to the station that she’s proud of her husband and son for the way they held on to each other and didn’t let go.

She added to WABC that her boy will be getting therapy, and her family is hoping justice is served in court.

The station said Stephen Sowe is charged with attempted kidnapping, harassment, and endangering the welfare of a child.

Anything else?

In mid-October, a male was charged with a hate crime after he allegedly hollered, “I’m gonna kill you f***ing Jews!” during Yom Kippur in a predominantly Jewish neighborhood in Brooklyn. Police said Muhammad Hashim’s alleged outburst was directed at a 43-year-old man in Borough Park, according to the New York Post.

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Leasing’s a great way to save on costs, but sometimes even the most unsentimental motorists find themselves catching feelings — and wanting to settle down.

If this is you, you may want to consider buying out your lease — especially if you have low miles and want a new(ish) car without committing to a huge monthly payment

But imagine you can get a good deal on your lease and the residual value is lower than expected. Leasing could let you avoid getting locked into a car until you know it fits your lifestyle.

Here’s how to determine whether a lease buyout is the right financial move for you.

When should you lease before buying?

A lease buyout is a good idea if you are ready to drive a vehicle long-term rather than going ahead with a new lease. If you want lower initial payments before committing to a car loan, leasing with the intent to purchase could be a good option.

It is not the right choice if you are the type of driver who always wants the latest model.

To decide whether to lease or buy, add the total cost of leasing a car, including upfront fees, to the car’s projected residual value at the end of the lease.

Then compare that number to the car’s sale price plus all fees and factor that over the life of the car loan. See which number is lower.

Sometimes, leasing and then buying is more expensive than buying outright. This is especially true if you exceed the dealer’s mileage limits or the residual value at the end of the lease is much higher than anticipated.

But imagine you can get a good deal on your lease and the residual value is lower than expected. Leasing could let you avoid getting locked into a car until you know it fits your lifestyle.

Before choosing the make and model of your potential lease, weigh your typical driving habits.

How long do you want to drive the car?

If you hope to buy or lease the newest model in fewer than two years, it doesn’t make sense to lease and then purchase the vehicle. It’s difficult to know whether your car’s residual value will increase or decrease over the lease term.

But if it decreases and you decide to keep the car for a short period, you’ll likely owe more than the car is worth, and the money will have to come out-of-pocket to swap it out.

How many miles do you typically drive a year?

Leases come with annual mileage limits. Typically 10,000, 12,000, or 15,000 miles. If you exceed those limits, purchasing your vehicle after the lease might save you from excess mileage fees. But be sure that those fees outweigh the price you’ll pay to purchase the vehicle.

Will you truly save money?

Compare a new monthly vehicle payment to a lease payment. Also, factor in:

The purchase priceThe security depositThe acquisition feeDocumentation fees

If you would pay more while leasing to buy, it might be smarter to buy the vehicle outright rather than leasing it first.

How to buy out a car lease

1. Weigh your financing options

Get at least three different auto loan rates for a car purchase or a lease before signing off. The more offers you have in front of you, the better your chance of receiving a good deal.

It can also help you determine whether leasing a different vehicle or buying the car you’ve been driving will be more affordable over time. Shopping for a lease buyout loan should be approached with securing a traditional loan.

Consider getting the vehicle checked before deciding to go through with a buyout. Depending on how long you have had the lease, you may be under the factory warranty and get necessary repairs cheaply. You shouldn’t purchase the vehicle if it is in poor condition, but be prepared to cover excessive wear and tear with fees charged by the dealer.

2. Negotiate the price

Often, companies have a no-negotiations rule for the purchase price of a lease buyout, leaving little opportunity for haggling. Still, it can’t hurt to raise the subject. Ask the seller to consider a few concessions, like:

Waiving the purchase-option feeOffering purchase incentivesDiscounted financing

Experts point to the purchase-option fee as a sticking point many sellers are willing to take off the table.

3. Weigh the costs

Only go ahead if you are getting a great deal on both the lease and the payoff amount. If it would be cheaper to buy your car upfront or if you think you’ll want the car for a long time, skip the lease. Just buy a car directly instead.

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