GOP Representative Mike Lawler condemned a social media post by former President Donald Trump that depicted Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, calling it "racist" on Sunday. The post, which has drawn widespread criticism, was cited by Lawler as a reason to apologize. In other news, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged the world to take action against Russia's intensifying attacks, while the Big 12 Conference fined Oklahoma State $50,000 for anti-Mormon chants.
Lawler, speaking on ABC News' "This Week," reiterated his criticism of Trump's post, which featured a racist animation. He stated, "We should all just be able to acknowledge that and move forward." Lawler also indicated he was taking the White House at its word that the post was a "mistake" made by a staffer.
Meanwhile, Democratic Senator Adam Schiff expressed concern that Trump intends to subvert the 2026 midterm elections. Schiff told ABC News, "I think Trump intends to try to subvert the elections... and we really shouldn't question that." These remarks follow Trump's continued rhetoric surrounding the 2020 election results.
In Ukraine, President Zelenskyy called for international action against Russia's ongoing attacks. According to Zelenskyy, over the past week, Russia launched more than 2,000 attack drones, 1,200 guided aerial bombs, and 116 missiles into Ukraine. He emphasized that the attacks target energy facilities, infrastructure, and residential buildings, even as diplomatic efforts for peace continue.
In other developments, musician Kid Rock endorsed Republican Rep. John James in the 2026 race for Michigan governor, according to Fox News. Additionally, the Big 12 Conference fined Oklahoma State University $50,000 following an investigation into inappropriate chants referencing Mormons during a men's basketball game against BYU last week. BYU head coach Kevin Young claimed he heard "F--- the Mormons" chants coming from the student section.
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