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With fewer than 500 Amur tigers left in the wild, Rolling Hills Zoo is proud to announce the building of a groundbreaking new exhibit — Tiger Falls — a bold, immersive habitat designed to ensure a healthy future for Amur tigers and other endangered Asian species.

Tiger Falls will offer a state-of-the-art environment that mirrors the natural habitats these majestic animals need to thrive. Designed with both animal welfare and guest experience in mind, this innovative habitat will accommodate up to six Amur tigers, as well as snow leopards, providing them with the space, enrichment, and stimulation essential for promoting natural behaviors and enhancing their overall care.

“As one of central Kansas’ top destinations, Rolling Hills Zoo continues to raise the bar for animal care, conservation, and education,” said Ryan VanZant, Executive Director of Rolling Hills Zoo. “Tiger Falls will give guests unforgettable, up-close experiences with one of the world’s most endangered big cats, while deepening their understanding of the critical need for wildlife conservation.”

Visitors will have the rare opportunity to observe tiger training sessions, an interactive component of the exhibit that highlights how these incredible animals participate in their own healthcare — a key element of modern zoo animal management and welfare.

In addition to Amur tigers and snow leopards, Tiger Falls will also become home to red pandas, another beloved and threatened Asian species. Two red pandas have already been selected for transfer to Rolling Hills Zoo and will be among the first to join the new Tiger Falls area upon its completion.

At the heart of Tiger Falls lies Rolling Hills Zoo’s commitment to conservation and education. The exhibit’s flexible design and emphasis on enrichment will not only set a new standard in animal care but also serve as a powerful platform for raising awareness about endangered species and their survival. Building this one-of-a-kind habitat is a monumental effort — made possible through the generosity of donors, foundations, and grants.

In preparation for the main construction to begin this spring, the zoo’s female Amur tiger, Viktoria, is being relocated to the Louisville Zoo in Kentucky. This move comes at the recommendation of the Species Survival Plan (SSP) — part of the Association of Zoos &amp; Aquariums (AZA), under which Rolling Hills Zoo is proudly accredited. The SSP oversees the management and breeding of endangered species across accredited zoos to ensure healthy, genetically diverse populations. Viktoria will be paired with Louisville Zoo’s male tiger for breeding purposes, supporting the long-term survival of the Amur tiger species.

Guests will still be able to visit the snow leopards, Sherman and Bettina, through the end of November before the tiger loop is officially closed for construction preparations.

Upon the completion of Tiger Falls, Rolling Hills Zoo will welcome new Amur tigers, also recommended by the SSP for breeding. The new habitat’s design will support future generations of these critically endangered cats, fostering natural behaviors and reproductive success.

Rolling Hills Zoo invites the community to be part of this exciting new chapter in conservation by supporting Tiger Falls and helping create an experience that will inspire generations to come.

Rolling Hills Zoo announces groundbreaking of new exhibit to ensure the safety of endangered species

&nbsp;Salina Regional Health Center&nbsp;

The Rebecca A. Morrison House at Salina Regional Health Center, 513 S. Eighth&nbsp; Street, Salina, invites the community to an open house from noon to 2 p.m., Monday, November 24, in&nbsp; celebration of its 32nd birthday.

The home will offer public tours, cookies and conversation about the&nbsp; service that provides a home-away-from-home for loved ones of patients at the hospital and outpatients&nbsp; receiving treatment at the Tammy Walker Cancer Center.&nbsp;

A fundraising campaign also is being held with a goal of raising $32,000 to celebrate 32 years of&nbsp; service supporting patients and families. Thanks to generous friends of the Morrison House, all gifts&nbsp; given for the campaign will be matched dollar for dollar up to $16,000. Community support is needed to&nbsp; leverage each matching dollar and meet the $32,000 fundraising goal.&nbsp;

There is no charge for guests to stay at the Morrison House. The service is supported entirely by&nbsp; donations. Over the years, nearly 30,000 guests have stayed at the Morrison House who have been&nbsp; provided with more than 130,000 nights of accommodations. Guests have come from all 50 states, 18&nbsp; foreign countries and 453 Kansas communities. A majority of guests come from north central Kansas.&nbsp;

“We hear every day from guests what a tremendous gift the Morrison House is for families and&nbsp; patients facing difficult times,” said Lisa Hoffman, Morrison House manager. “Our location – right next&nbsp; door to the hospital – keeps families and patients together when they need it most.”&nbsp;

The Morrison House is operated by the Salina Regional Health Foundation. You can learn more&nbsp; about the Morrison House and support the fundraising campaign by visiting the Foundation’s website at srhealthfoundation.com.

Morrison House to celebrate 32nd birthday with open house to support fundraising campaign 

TOPEKA&nbsp;—Governor Laura Kelly&nbsp;has sent a letter to the Federal Emergency Management Agency requesting a major presidential disaster for the Public Assistance Program due to damages caused by severe thunderstorms, straight-line winds, torrential rainfall and flooding during the period of Sept. 8-10, 2025, according to a media release from the Kansas Adjutant General’s Office.

“It is important to have federal support available to these counties to assist in rebuilding their infrastructure,”&nbsp;Governor Kelly&nbsp;said. “Damages sustained will require long-term recovery and these funds will go a long way to help these communities rebuild.”

Counties included in this request are Ellsworth, Lincoln, Ottawa, and Saline.

 Gov. requests a declaration of major presidential disaster for Sept. storm

Salina Police have arrested a man for allegedly possessing <a href="https://www.justice.gov/d9/2023-06/child_sexual_abuse_material_2.pdf">CSAM</a> material on a laptop.

According to the Salina Police Department (SPD) officers were dispatched to a home in Salina, for the report where a household member had been accessing a laptop that other family members had access to.

Reportedly, members of the home discovered "suspicious material" on the laptop relating to under aged children.

Lt. Andrew Zeigler called the "suspicious material"&nbsp;<a href="https://www.justice.gov/d9/2023-06/child_sexual_abuse_material_2.pdf">CSAM</a>, which is an acronym for&nbsp;Child Sexual Abuse Material.

Officers confirmed the material was CSAM and further made contact with the suspect, who is a male. When officers questioned the suspect, he admitted to being responsible for the crime(s).

All items were seized from SPD, which would be sent for further examination according to Lt. Zeigler.

Arrested was Cody Pacheco (41). Pacheco was booked into the Saline County Jail on the following requested charges:

Sexual Exploitation of a Child, Possession of Media Child (less than 18), Unlawful Visual Depiction of a Child.

The investigation is ongoing as further charges could arise, according to SPD.

Salina Police arrest man for allegedly possessing CSAM material on laptop

The Salina Police Department (SPD) are seeking tips regarding a business burglary.

ORIGINAL: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/a4a25d4b-6eb5-4249-9acc-a756409abc7a">Law enforcement investigating business burglary north of Salina</a>

According to SPD on Saturday, November 1, at about 7:45 pm,&nbsp;a burglary occurred at the Third Fairy business (153 N. Broadway).

The owner of the business had received an alert that the businesses cameras had gone "offline." The owner arrived to the business and discovered a bike and backpack along the west side of the building.&nbsp; 

The owner then entered the business and saw what he described as a&nbsp;"white male, approximately 5’8”, skinny, with possibly longer dark hair."

After the owner confronted, the suspect exited the building and left the area on his bicycle. It did not appear any items were taken. 

The suspect gained entry by damaging the back door of the business.&nbsp;&nbsp;

If you have any information concerning this incident or identification of the individual involved, call Crimestoppers at 825-TIPS.

You can also make an online tip at:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#">https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#</a>.

You may receive a cash reward of up to $1,000.

Tipsters may also contact the Salina Police Department at (785) 826-7210, case 2025-29791.

UPDATE: Law enforcement seeking tips regarding business burglary in north Salina

Following is recent booking activity for the Saline County Jail, as provided by law enforcement. Photos, if provided, are courtesy of Saline County Jail. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

NAME:&nbsp;Carroll, Steven Jean Neil

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Probation Violation

NAME:&nbsp;&nbsp;Lawson,Eric Christopher

REQUESTED CHARGES: Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs; Misdemeanor; Duty of driver to report; Unattended veh/prop;unkn; Improper driving on laned roadway

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Outside warrant/NCIC hit

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Unl possess visual depiction of child 12-16 yrs; Sexual exploit of child; poss media of child&lt;18

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Failure to appear

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Failure to appear; Failure to appear; Failure to appear; Failure to appear

Saline County Jail Bookings, November 21

After many years of neglect for the supply of quality drinking water for the residents of Sundowner West Mobile Home Park, there is still hope.&nbsp;

Last year, Sundowner got major publicity after recurring issues such as undrinkable water, inconsistent billing and lack of communication from Sundowner's water easement rights owner, Scott Kolling. 

Nonprofits such as the Salvation Army of Salina, stepped in to alleviate the situation by providing water bottles and food for the residents. 

Resident and spokesperson for the 'frustrated' residents of Sundowner, Misty Livingston-Holmes still has hope and states that she will not 'give up.'

Livingston-Holmes describes that as of 2025, there have still been 'ongoing issues' with how the water is functioning at the trailer park.

"It's okay, then it's not," said&nbsp;Livingston-Holmes. "Sometimes I will turn on my faucet and I will get a whole bunch of black stuff coming out."

Livingston-Holmes stated the water is not as bad as last year's fiasco, yet herself and the residents have still been facing the same recurring issues for the past several years.

Learn the full story: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/fbf51323-7eb3-4f6c-8e69-37dea91cc2e6">Years of neglect causes water crisis at Sundowner Mobile Home and Trailer Park</a>

<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/fbf51323-7eb3-4f6c-8e69-37dea91cc2e6"></a>As Kolling is known to be the "one to blame" for the ongoing water crisis at the trailer park, there seems to be no course of action taking place from himself according to many State officials, county officials, residents of Sundowner and water well service companies.

Kolling took over as the overseer of the water pumps/utility infrastructure a few years back and Livingston-Holmes has stated that ever since Kolling took over the job, 'a lot of the problems began.'

Livingston-Holmes stated that her and the residents have still been facing the ongoing issues of 'inconsistent billing.' 

She commented that Kolling has been 'double-billing' and that whenever a bill is received, confusion arises with the differences of the current and previous balances.&nbsp;

Once the current balance is paid for,&nbsp;Livingston-Holmes states that she does not understand why&nbsp;she has a previous balance that is higher than the current. She commented that she does not pay for it,&nbsp;because she said that 'Kolling does not describe where it comes from.' 

Livingston-Holmes will then send a text to Kolling seeking an explanation on the billing, but said that he 'does not respond' or provide a possible solution.

"There's just random numbers that I don't even know where he is getting them from," said&nbsp;Livingston-Holmes.

Throughout the 'inconsistent billing,'&nbsp;Livingston-Holmes describes that she only uses the water to shower and do laundry.&nbsp;

"Pretty much that is the only way we consume the water that comes out and sadly we are forced to bathe in that kind of water," said Livingston-Holmes. "We don't brush our teeth with that water and showers are very quick."

Not only has the water been non-consumable, but it has also affected&nbsp;Livingston-Holmes' home. 

She stated that her toilet had to be replaced due to the water because it is 'disgusting.'

"The water is that poor, that you have to replace your appliances," said Livingston-Holmes. "We made replacements for our bathroom floor and appliances, as well as have sewer backup maintenance. We also have to resort to getting water from the store."

Although these recurring issues have been happening, actions have been taking place to solve the problem.

A lawsuit was filed against Kolling by the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) for a&nbsp;<a href="https://lsd.law/define/certificate-of-convenience-and-necessity">Certificate of Convenience and Necessity&nbsp;</a>,&nbsp;which would allow them to&nbsp;grant the services that is needed by the public and is in the public interest.

The current status of the lawsuit is not known at the moment, but Salina Post will provide updates once known.

Saline&nbsp;County Commissioner, Joe Hay is aware of the current situation, but has stated that ‘his hands are tied.’ Hay commented that he has discussed this issue with several different agencies and government bodies.&nbsp;

According to Hay a mortgage foreclosure notice has been filed against Kolling, after agencies such as <a href="https://rediclean.com/">Redi Clean Water Well Rehab (Little River, KS)</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://waterwiseenterprises.com/">WaterWise Enterprises (Oxford, KS)</a>&nbsp;and <a href="https://www.waltonplumbingandheating.com/">Walton Plumbing and Heating</a> have not 'received any payments' for the well and sewage services conducted at Sundowner.

“I am very upset that the water is not drinkable and that it has not gotten any better," said Hay.

Don Teeters of Redi Clean stated that Sudowner has been issued several 'do not drink orders.' 

Redi Clean, along with Walton Plumbing and Heating conducted water well services at Sundowner for manganese issues and Teeters commented that they never received any form of payment from Kolling.&nbsp;

Teeters stated that the foreclosure was decided to be put on Sundowner (Kolling) and the proceedings have already been taking place.&nbsp;

"Kolling would be out of a job if the foreclosure goes through," said Teeters. "Sundowner has had bad publicity for over 4 years and things may start be getting a little better."

A set court date for the foreclosure is set to occur on December 3, 2025.

Just recently on Sunday, November 16 a <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/c66087d4-bd57-4f64-bbd3-1029c29b1b9b">boil advisory was issued at Sundowner.</a>

The&nbsp;Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) issued the advisory due to a waterline break, which resulted in a loss of pressure in the distribution system.

According to the KDHE, the advisory will remain in effect, until the conditions that placed the system at risk of bacterial contamination are resolved.

Salina Post will provide an update once the advisory is rescinded.

Hay stated the residents "seem to be doing okay," despite the advisory.&nbsp;

"We are moving forward, slowly," said Hay. "I really want to get this taken care of."

Salina Post has contacted Scott Kolling for a comment several times, and has not reached back out.

Stay connected with the Salina Post on this story, as we will continue to provide updates.

Promising future for Sundowner Mobile Home Park during its ongoing clean water crisis

The Salina City Commission will hold its regular meeting on&nbsp;Monday November 24, 2025. The meeting will begin at&nbsp;4:00 pm&nbsp;inside&nbsp;Room 107&nbsp;of the&nbsp;City-County Building,&nbsp;300 West Ash Street.

For those who cannot attend the meeting, you can watch the livestream Monday, November 24 on YouTube at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/cityofSalinaKansas">https://www.youtube.com/cityofSalinaKansas</a>.

Public hearings and items scheduled for a certain time&nbsp;

1. Conduct a public hearing on and consider approval of Resolution No. 25-8317, a Resolution of Advisability for issuing Industrial Revenue Bonds (IRBs) to A &amp; B Tool and Machine.

1. Consider approval of the minutes of the November 10, 2025, regular meeting.

1.&nbsp;Consider Resolution No. 25-8318 adopting the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan

2.&nbsp;Consider approval of Resolution No. 25-8321 adopting a Vision Zero Policy for the City.

3.&nbsp;Consider awarding the contract for Project Number 24030, West Magnolia Road Phase I, to Prairie Landworks, Inc., of McPherson, Kansas in an amount not to exceed $3,971,895.90.

4.&nbsp;Consider approval of Ordinance No. 25-11272 calling for a vote of the electors of the City of Salina, Kansas, on a question submitted pursuant to K.S.A. 12-3013.

1.&nbsp;Consider the acceptance of the offered utility and drainage easement dedications from Nine South Development, LLC to serve the Replat of the Nine South Addition, an eight (8) lot subdivision of an 8.83 acre tract of land located on the east side of S. 9th Street between the Market Place Apartments and Sam’s Club.

2.&nbsp;Consider approval of a License Agreement with Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.

3.&nbsp;Consider acceptance of an offered public drainage easement dedication from Amazon.com Services LLC on Lot 1, Block 1 of the Airport Industrial Center No. 3 Addition to the City of Salina.

4.&nbsp;Consider acceptance of offered public water line easement dedication from Amazon.com Services LLC on Lot 1, Block 1 of the Airport Industrial Center No. 3 Addition to the City of Salina.

Residents are invited to share their comments for 3 minutes with the commission.

1.&nbsp;Request for Executive Session - Legal

1 a. Move the City Commission recess into executive session for __ minutes to discuss with special legal counsel the subject of legal considerations relating to the Cozy Inn vs. City of Salina case based upon the need for consultation with an attorney for the public body which would be deemed privileged in the attorney-client relationship pursuant to K.S.A. 75-4319(b)(2).

For more information about each item listed, click&nbsp;<a href="https://agendasuite.org/iip/salina/meeting/details/1182">here</a>.

Commissioners to discuss Cozy Inn ruling with legal counsel during executive session in Nov. 24 meeting

Here is the lineup for the Saturday Morning Show with Dave Foor &amp; Nicolas Fierro on&nbsp;910 AM/107.5 FM KINA for&nbsp;November 22:

- Leslie Manning, fundraiser to improve infrastructure of animal barn at Expo Center

- Linda Henderson, Rolling Hills Zoo "Holiday Lights"

- Chad Young, Salina Rescue Mission "Dr. Temple Food Drive"

All episodes are recorded and uploaded on the&nbsp;<a href="https://streamdb7web.securenetsystems.net/cirrusencore/index.cfm?CFID=05fb1ecb-7d68-4542-adb3-9b7c11d9b5e5&amp;CFTOKEN=0&amp;stationCallSign=KINA&amp;onDemandAutoStart=true&amp;p92136680=true&amp;relocateURL=true">910 AM and 107.5 FM KINA website</a>, under the 'KINA Saturday Mornings'&nbsp;tab.

Saturday Morning Show lineup with Dave Foor & Nicolas Fierro, November 22

The Salina Family YMCA was honored to welcome lifelong member Pat Bolen and former CEO Phil Guries for a special visit and tour.

At 89 years old, Pat hadn’t been inside the Y in more than six years and was eager to see the many exciting changes made since his last, visit as well as to take a walk down memory lane. Pat has a deep history with the YMCA, remembering when it first moved from its downtown location to its current home. Over the years, he served on the YMCA Board three separate times, was an avid handball player, and always remained dedicated to the Y community.

Phil Guries first became acquainted with Pat when Phil became CEO in 1989, and together they worked to strengthen the YMCA’s mission of being a place for all. Coming from YMCAs in Denver and Fort Worth, Phil recalls one thing that has always made the Salina Family YMCA stand out — its sense of community.

“The Salina Y has always had something special,” Phil shared. “From working with local businesses to the friendly, familiar faces you see every day, the community here has always been the heart of this YMCA.”

We’re grateful to Pat and Phil for visiting and sharing their stories. Their dedication and love for the Y remind us of what makes our community so strong — a shared commitment to connection, service, and belonging.

Honoring YMCA legacy: Lifelong member returns for a special tour

<a href="https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?CityName=Salina&amp;state=KS&amp;site=ICT&amp;lat=38.8158&amp;lon=-97.6178">For a full look at the weather forecast, click here.</a>

Monitor local weather updates frequently in multiple ways by listening to the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/nwr/">NOAA Weather Radio</a>, checking local news and emergency notifications. You can also stay informed by following Saline County and the National Weather Service on social media.

For the latest forecast updates, visit the National Weather Service Wichita office at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/ict/">https://www.weather.gov/ict/</a>. To check forecasts frequently, go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/">weather.gov</a>.

Four day weather forecast Salina, November 21 - November 24

The US National Weather Service (USNWS) has issued Saline County a "Dense Fog" advisory until 11:00 am Wednesday morning.

The USNWS posted on Facebook&nbsp;a screenshot from the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT), of dense fog along I-70 near mile marker 229, at Lincoln Hill in central KS at 7:46 am (see above).

Please be cautious on the roads and drive safely during this advisory.

Saline County under "Dense Fog" advisory Wednesday morning

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ATCHISON COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations after an encounter with police.

Just before 2a.m. Wednesday, an officer on patrol observed a vehicle stopped in the lane of traffic in the 900 block U.S.Highway 59, according to Atchison Police Chief Mike Wilson. 

The officer made contact with the driver of the vehicle identified as 32-year-old Kyle White of Hiawatha who appeared to be asleep or passed out. 

An investigation at the scene resulted in the discovery of fentanyl and drug paraphernalia in White’s possession and in the vehicle. He was taken into custody and jailed on requested charges of&nbsp;possession of fentanyl and drug paraphernalia and driving while suspended.

Kan. man caught with fentanyl was asleep in his car on highway

WASHINGTON (AP) —&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-marjorie-taylor-greene-republicans-maga-feud-f4b0dffe06440dfed16d336d08a05422">Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene</a>&nbsp;of Georgia, a loyal supporter-turned-critic of President Donald Trump who faced his political retribution if she sought reelection, said Friday she is resigning from Congress in January.

Greene, in a more than 10-minute video posted online, explained her decision and said she didn’t want her congressional district “to have to endure a hurtful and hateful primary against me by the president we all fought for,” she said.

Greene’s resignation followed a public fallout with Trump in recent months, as the congresswoman criticized him for his stance on files related to Jeffrey Epstein, along with foreign policy and health care.

Trump branded her a “traitor” and “wacky” and said he would endorse a challenger against her when she ran for reelection next year.

She said her last day would be Jan. 5, 2026.

The White House did not immediately respond to a message seeking comment Friday night.

Greene was one of the most vocal and visible supporters of Trump’s Make America Great Again politics, and she embraced some of his unapologetic political style.

Her break with him was a notable fissure in his grip over conservatives, particularly his most ardent base. But her decision to step down in the face of his opposition put her on the same track as many of the more moderate establishment Republicans before her who went crosswise with Trump.

The congresswoman, who recorded the video announcing her resignation while sitting in her living room wearing a cross necklace and with a Christmas tree and a peace lily plant behind her, said, “My life is filled with happiness, and my true convictions remain unchanged, because my self-worth is not defined by a man, but instead by God.”

Greene had been closely tied to the Republican president since she launched her political career five years ago.

In her video Friday, she underscored her longtime loyalty to Trump except on a few issues, and said it was “unfair and wrong” that he attacked her for disagreeing.

“Loyalty should be a two-way street and we should be able to vote our conscience and represent our district’s interest, because our job title is literally ‘representative,’” she said.

Greene swept to office at the forefront of Trump’s MAGA movement and swiftly became&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/2022-midterm-elections-donald-trump-marjorie-taylor-greene-congress-ed7fb114dbe45d0cd703d8800c21bfa3">a lightning rod on Capitol Hill</a>&nbsp;for her often beyond-mainstream views. In her video Friday, Greene said she had “always been despised in Washington, D.C., and just never fit in.”

As she embraced the QAnon conspiracy theory and appeared with white supremacists, Greene was initially opposed by party leaders but welcomed by Trump. He called her “a real WINNER!”

Yet over time she proved a deft legislator, having aligned herself with then-GOP leader Kevin McCarthy, who would go on to become House speaker. She was a trusted voice on the right flank, until McCarthy was ousted in 2023.

While there has been an onslaught of lawmakers from both parties heading for the exits ahead of next fall’s midterm elections, as the House struggles through an often chaotic session, Greene’s announced retirement will ripple throughout the ranks — and raise questions about her next moves.

Greene was first&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/marjorie-taylor-greene-wins-georgia-seat-8e162ba61e53631512dde33238f596f4">elected to the House in 2020</a>. She initially planned to run in a competitive district in northern Atlanta’s suburbs, but relocated to the much more conservative 14th District in Georgia’s northwest corner.

The opening in her district means Republican Gov. Brian Kemp will have to set a special election date within 10 days of Greene’s resignation. Such a special election would include party primaries and a general election to fill out the remainder of Greene’s term through January 2027. Those elections could take place before the party primaries in May for the next two-year term.

Even before her election, Greene showed&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/donald-trump-technology-las-vegas-mass-shooting-media-social-media-700f28747d856a9bad22a59674a9afe6">a penchant for harsh rhetoric</a>&nbsp;and conspiracy theories, suggesting a 2017 mass shooting in Las Vegas was a coordinated attack to spur support for new gun restrictions. In 2018, she endorsed the idea that the U.S. government perpetrated the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, and mused that a “so-called” plane had hit the Pentagon.

Greene argued in 2019 that Reps. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., and Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., both Muslim women, weren’t “official” members of Congress because they used Qurans rather than Bibles in their swearing-in ceremonies.

She was once&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/election-2020-georgia-politics-elections-ga-state-wire-d78785cf8183d11c7e52d7aad5949279">a sympathizer with QAnon</a>, an online network that believes a global cabal of Satan-worshipping cannibals, including U.S. government leaders, operates a child sex trafficking ring. She eventually distanced herself, saying she got “sucked into some of the things I had seen on the internet.”

When Trump was out of power between his first and second terms, Greene was often a surrogate for his views and brash style in Washington.

While then-President Joe Biden delivered his State of the Union address in 2022, Greene stood up and began chanting “Build the wall,” referring to the U.S.-Mexico border wall that Trump began in his first term.

Last year, when Biden gave his last State of the Union address, Greene again drew attention as she confronted him over border security and the killing of a nursing student from Georgia, Laken Riley, by an immigrant in the country illegally.

Greene, wearing a red MAGA hat and a T-shirt about Riley, handed the president a button that said “Say Her Name.” The congresswoman then shouted that at the president midway through his speech.

But this year, her first serving with Trump in the White House, cracks began to appear slowly in her steadfast support — before it broke wide open.

Greene’s discontent dates back at least to May, when she announced she&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/mtg-greene-ossoff-georgia-senate-6df53b2ef8bf9d49272a4b4359abad21">wouldn’t run for the Senate</a>&nbsp;against Democratic incumbent Jon Ossoff, while attacking GOP donors and consultants who feared she couldn’t win.

Greene’s restlessness only intensified in July, when she announced she wouldn’t run for Georgia governor, either.

She was also frustrated with the Republican leadership on Capitol Hill, which worked in lockstep with the president.

Greene said in her video that “the legislature has been mostly sidelined” since Republicans took unified control of Washington in January and her bills “just sit collecting dust.”

“That’s how it is for most members of Congress’ bills,” she said. “The speaker never brings them to the floor for a vote.”

Republicans will likely lose the midterms elections next year, Greene said, and then she’d “be expected to defend the president against impeachment after he hatefully dumped tens of millions of dollars against me and tried to destroy me.”

“It’s all so absurd and completely unserious,” she said. “I refuse to be a battered wife hoping it all goes away and gets better.”

Amy reported from Atlanta. Associated Press writer Jonathan J. Cooper in Phoenix contributed to this report.

🎥Marjorie Taylor Greene explains why she is resigning from Congress

WASHINGTON (AP) — The&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/hub/us-supreme-court">U.S. Supreme Court</a>&nbsp;on Friday temporarily blocked a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-texas-map-blocked-lawsuit-trump-ab4dc519717c6661c63e116c9f26d899">lower court</a>&nbsp;ruling that found Texas' 2026 congressional redistricting plan pushed by President Donald Trump likely discriminates on the basis of race.

The order signed by Justice Samuel Alito will remain in place at least for the next few days while the court considers whether to allow the new map favorable to Republicans to be used in the midterm elections.

The court’s conservative majority has blocked similar lower court rulings because they have come too close to elections.

The order came about an hour after the state called on the high court to intervene to avoid confusion as congressional primary elections approach in March. The justices have blocked past lower-court rulings in congressional redistricting cases, most recently in Alabama and Louisiana, that came several months before elections.

The order was signed by Alito because he is the justice who handles emergency appeals from Texas.

Texas redrew its congressional map in the summer as part of&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-redistricting-gerrymandering-congress-texas-california-2c5587f38df6428953c15ed43d631e53">Trump’s efforts</a>&nbsp;to preserve a slim Republican majority in the House in next year's elections, touching off a nationwide redistricting battle. The new redistricting map was engineered to give Republicans five additional House seats, but a panel of federal judges in El Paso ruled 2-1 Tuesday that the civil rights groups that challenged the map on behalf of Black and Hispanic voters were likely to win their case.

If that ruling eventually holds, Texas could be forced to hold elections next year using the map drawn by the GOP-controlled Legislature in 2021 based on the 2020 census.

Texas was the first state to meet Trump’s demands in what has become&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/indiana-redistricting-jd-vance-mike-braun-25e5f8245d54b42d39deb921cc857735">an expanding national battle</a>&nbsp;over redistricting. Republicans drew the state’s new map to give the GOP five additional seats, and&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-gerrymander-trump-missouri-936e8daecadb32556fcfbd2eb9f7457b">Missouri</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/north-carolina-congress-redistricting-trump-5dccfdf94253efb56c59bbb3d3e3a6d8">North Carolina</a>&nbsp;followed with new maps adding an additional Republican seat each. To counter those moves,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/california-redistricting-prop-50-gavin-newsom-839193bfc2a817086acca7365315f26f">California voters approved</a>&nbsp;a ballot initiative to give Democrats an additional five seats there.

The redrawn maps are facing court challenges in California, Missouri and North Carolina.

The Supreme Court is separately considering a case from Louisiana which could further limit&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-louisiana-race-963c002fcb8a35afe36b2e14111cb88e">race-based districts</a>&nbsp;under Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. It's not entirely clear how the current round of redistricting would be affected by the outcome in the Louisiana case.

Supreme Court blocks ruling that struck down Texas' new GOP-friendly Congressional map

WASHINGTON (AP) —President Trump says he is not threatening Democrat lawmakers but says they broke the law.

The president insists he’s not threatening Democratic lawmakers for recording a video reminding military service members that they shouldn’t obey illegal orders.

“I’m not threatening them, but I would say they’re in serious trouble,” Trump said during an interview with Fox News Radio. “I’m not threatening death.”

Trump previously posted of those participating in the video, “SEDITIOUS BEHAVIOR, punishable by DEATH!” He subsequently shared a separate post that suggested, “HANG THEM GEORGE WASHINGTON WOULD !!”

Trump said Friday that the Democratic lawmakers “are bad people,” suggesting, “In the old days, if you said a thing like that, that was punishable by death.”

He added: “These are people that, in my opinion, broke the law. Now what happens to them? I can’t tell you. But they broke the law.”

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