“I can’t help but think what an incredible metaphor this room is … a filled room of 9/11 first responders and in front of me, a nearly empty Congress” Source
Police arrest second suspect in connection with David Ortiz shooting
Police in the Dominican Republic arrested a second suspect Tuesday night in connection with the shooting of Red Sox legend David “Big Papi” Ortiz. It is still unclear why Ortiz was shot. Mola Lenghi reports. Source
Jon Stewart chokes up, slams lawmakers at hearing on 9/11 first responders fund
Jon Stewart’s latest impassioned plea to help 9/11 first responders sickened by the attack is giving the issue new urgency in Washington. Dozens of police, firefighters and others joined Stewart at an emotional Capitol Hill hearing Tuesday where the former “Daily Show” host blasted Congress for allowing a fund that was set up to pay for their health care run short of money. Nancy Cordes reports. Source
New poll calls Biden’s lead over Trump of “landslide proportions”
A new national poll shows President Trump trailing each of six Democratic candidates in potential head-to-head contests. The Democrats’ lead ranges from five points for Cory Booker and Pete Buttigieg to 13 points for Joe Biden. The poll calls Biden’s 53 to 40 advantage a landslide proportion. The president and former vice president traded sharp words in Iowa Tuesday. Ed O’Keefe reports. Source
Virginia primary yields mixed messages on what voters want
The progressive wing of the Democratic party flexed its muscles in some races and faltered in others Source
Hall of Famers Agree: Former Titans RB Eddie George Deserves More HOF Consideration
Leading up to Super Bowl LIII, three Hall of Famers spoke up in favor of former Titans running back Eddie George getting HOF consideration. All three players played in George’s era, and agreed his impact on the game should put him in greater consideration for the game’s greatest honor. Source
Steve McNair’s Son Reflects on Time with Dad, and Titans
Tyler and Trent McNair, sons of late Titans quarterback Steve McNair, served as Honorary 12th Titans for a 2017 game vs. the Ravens. Tyler McNair shared memories of his father with Titans Online leading up to that day. Source
Tyler McNair Honors Late Father with Moving Tribute
Tyler McNair honors his father with a moving tribute during the QB’s induction into the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame. Source
Transcript: Nada Bakos on “Intelligence Matters”
Former CIA targeting officer talks about post-9/11 hunt for terrorists Source
Women’s World Cup odds, predictions 2019: Betting lines, top expert picks for Nigeria vs. South Korea
The Soccerbot model is up 2,000 percent on its picks and just locked in plays for Wednesday’s Women’s World Cup match between Nigeria and South Korea. Source