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Vulnerable Dem senator ripped for voting in 'complete lockstep' with 'friend' Harris: 'Radical views'

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August 6, 2024

Vulnerable Dem senator ripped for voting in 'complete lockstep' with 'friend' Harris: 'Radical views'

Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris’ rise after President Biden dropped out of the 2024 race shifts the focus in the Ohio Senate race to a comparison between her record and the record of one of the most vulnerable incumbents in a key swing state.

Ohio Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown, who appeared to distance himself from Harris when recently pressed on whether he would campaign with her, has been criticized by his GOP opponent Bernie Moreno for his record of voting with the Biden-Harris administration nearly 100% of the time over the last 3.5 years, which shows the two are in “lockstep,” according to the Moreno campaign.

“Sherrod Brown and Kamala Harris conspired to pass the most liberal agenda in American history. Brown is in complete lockstep with Harris in her radical views and will help usher in the Green New Deal, Medicare for illegals, and tax hikes on the middle class,” Reagan McCarthy, the Moreno campaign’s communications director, said in a statement to Fox News Digital.

Brown, who endorsed Harris for president the day after Biden dropped out, served with Harris in the Senate from 2017 to 2021, where the two worked together and complemented each other often as they seemingly developed a close professional relationship.

VULNERABLE DEM SENATOR HIT WITH IMMIGRATION AD TYING HIS POLICIES TO HIS ‘NEW FRIEND’ KAMALA HARRIS

Sen. Brown endorsed VP Harris for president after calling on Biden to drop out. (Fox News)

Brown voted with Harris 84% of the time on average between the two sessions of Congress they served together as Harris was rated the most “liberal” member of the Senate by GovTrack before that rating was scrubbed from its website following Harris’ entry into the 2024 race.

While working together over those four years, Brown and Harris co-sponsored almost 500 bills and resolutions.

Some of those bills included the Justice in Policing Act of 2020, which limited legal protections for police officers; Senate Bill 2233, which would have nullified an executive order that directs federal agencies to share citizenship information with the Department of Commerce; and the No Ban Act, which would have imposed restrictions on the president’s authority to stop certain immigrants from entering the United States; legislation to set up a committee exploring reparation payments for black Americans, and legislation to ban oil operations on more than 1.5 million acres of federal land.

The two senators also worked together cosponsoring the SECURE Act which would have granted permanent residency to certain illegal immigrants.

‘HUGE PROBLEM’: VULNERABLE DEM SENATOR RIPPED AFTER INTERVIEW RESURFACES TOUTING SIMILARITY WITH BIDEN

Vice President Kamala Harris (Reuters/Kevin Mohatt/Pool)

“San Francisco socialist Kamala Harris was the most liberal member of the Senate and Sherrod Brown was right by her side on everything from mass amnesty to reparations to eliminating private health insurance,” National Republican Senatorial Committee spokesman Philip Letsou told Fox News Digital.

“Brown was happy to campaign with Harris in 2018 and even wanted to be her vice president, so it is surprising that he is now refusing to commit to campaigning with her at the top of the ticket.”

Harris has called Brown her “friend” on multiple occasions and adopted his often used phrase “dignity of work” as a motto when she ran for president in 2019, which Brown thanked her for using on social media.

MCCONNELL-ALIGNED GROUP SHREDS SEN BROWN’S ‘HANDOUTS FOR ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS’ IN OHIO SPOT

Sen. Sherrod Brown in the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 23, 2024. (Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images)

“And if I didn’t already love Kamala Harris, I did after that discussion, just that what we were talking about dignity of work and Dr. King always said all labor has dignity, no job is menial if it pays an adequate wage and that’s so much of what she’s fought for in her career and what has so mattered to her and so mattered to the people whom she serves,” Brown said about VP Harris after a 2021 roundtable. “So, Sen. Harris, excuse me, Vice President Harris, good to see you.”

The two have been friendly with each other on the campaign trail over the years, including during the 2018 election cycle when Brown took $10,000 from Harris’ Fearless for the People leadership PAC.

“Couldn’t be more grateful to have @KamalaHarris’ support this fall, as we fight to make this a country where everyone – no matter your background – has a fair shot to get ahead,” Brown posted online.

Harris was in attendance for an October canvass kickoff and rally for Brown during his 2018 campaign, which Brown thanked her for on social media.

“My friend and colleague @SherrodBrown is one of the most fearless fighters I know,” Harris posted in 2019. “I know he’ll continue to stand up for the workers of Ohio and the country in the Senate.”

Despite the deep ties between the records of Harris and Brown, some experts believe that her entrance into the race provides a better path for Brown to win re-election in Ohio, a state that Trump comfortably won by eight points in 2020.

Former President Trump greets Ohio Republican candidate for U.S. Senate Bernie Moreno during a rally at the Dayton International Airport on March 16, 2024. (Scott Olson/Getty Images)

“Having Harris take over is a huge benefit to the Sherrod Brown campaign,” University of Akron political science professor Dave Cohen told Spectrum News 1.

“He really needs to drive his base out to the polls. And, frankly, Democrats were not enthusiastic about, Biden as the nominee. Kamala Harris, you know, there’s this newfound enthusiasm,” Cohen said. “I firmly believe that Sherrod Brown is going to campaign together with Kamala Harris.”

In a statement to Fox News Digital, Brown campaign spokesperson Eliza Green did not say whether Brown would campaign for Harris but said, “Sherrod works for Ohio, which is why he’s stood up to his own party to block bad trade deals and worked with Republicans to make sure Border Patrol agents and law enforcement officers have the resources they need.”

“Bernie Moreno is trying to distract Ohioans from his record, shredding evidence he was legally required to keep, to get out of paying his employees and opposing the strongest border security bill in decades.”

The campaign also pointed to instances of Brown bucking the policies of the Biden administration, including opposing the Green New Deal, “Medicare-for-all,” working to fix energy regulations, supporting tariffs on China, and supporting “the most conservative border bill in decades.”

Andrew Mark Miller is a reporter at Fox News. Find him on Twitter @andymarkmiller and email tips to AndrewMark.Miller@Fox.com.

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Utah Mammoth take down Minnesota 5-2 to end the Wild’s winning streak at 6

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February 28, 2026

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Utah Mammoth take down Minnesota 5-2 to end the Wild’s winning streak at 6

February 27, 2026 / 11:13 PM CST
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The Wild were taken down by the Utah Mammoth 5-2 on Friday night to end Minnesota’s winning streak at six games.

Lawson Crouse scored twice and U.S. Olympian Clayton Keller had a goal and two assists for Utah.

Logan Cooley and Barrett Hayton also scored and Karel Vejmelka made 21 saves to help the Mammoth rebound from a 4-2 home loss to NHL-leading Colorado on Wednesday night in their return from the Olympic break. Utah began the night in the first wild-card spot in the Western Conference.

U.S. Olympian Matt Boldy scored and assisted on Kirill Kaprizov’s goal for Minnesota. Second behind Central Division-rival Colorado in the West, the Wild are 9-2-1 in their last 12. They beat the Avalanche 5-2 on Thursday night in Denver.

Cooley opened the scoring with a short-handed goal with 6:37 left in the first period. The former University of Minnesota star got the puck on the right side off a deflection and put a shot between Wallstedt’s legs for his 15th goal.

Keller scored his 18th at 4:26 of the second. Nick Schmaltz forced a turnover on a forecheck and fed Keller on the right side.

Crouse made it 3-0 at 7:49 of the second. He came down the middle, took a pass from Keller and beat Wallstedt with a backhander.

Kaprizov countered for Minnesota on a power play with 5:57 left in the second. He has 33 goals this season.

Hayton made it 4-1 on a power play at 1:19 of the third, and Crouse added his 16th of the season on a tip with 7:12 to go.

Boldy got his 35th of the season with 5:57 remaining.

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Missouri Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 winning numbers for Feb. 27, 2026

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February 28, 2026

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The Missouri Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.

Here’s a look at Feb. 27, 2026, results for each game:

Winning Mega Millions numbers from Feb. 27 drawing

11-18-39-43-67, Mega Ball: 23

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Winning Pick 3 numbers from Feb. 27 drawing

Midday: 3-5-8

Midday Wild: 6

Evening: 4-3-8

Evening Wild: 3

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Winning Pick 4 numbers from Feb. 27 drawing

Midday: 8-0-1-0

Midday Wild: 4

Evening: 2-6-8-2

Evening Wild: 3

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Winning Cash Pop numbers from Feb. 27 drawing

Early Bird: 02

Morning: 14

Matinee: 09

Prime Time: 09

Night Owl: 12

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Winning Show Me Cash numbers from Feb. 27 drawing

06-14-25-26-38

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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize

All Missouri Lottery retailers can redeem prizes up to $600. For prizes over $600, winners have the option to submit their claim by mail or in person at one of Missouri Lottery’s regional offices, by appointment only.

To claim by mail, complete a Missouri Lottery winner claim form, sign your winning ticket, and include a copy of your government-issued photo ID along with a completed IRS Form W-9. Ensure your name, address, telephone number and signature are on the back of your ticket. Claims should be mailed to:

Ticket Redemption

Missouri Lottery

P.O. Box 7777

Jefferson City, MO 65102-7777

For in-person claims, visit the Missouri Lottery Headquarters in Jefferson City or one of the regional offices in Kansas City, Springfield or St. Louis. Be sure to call ahead to verify hours and check if an appointment is required.

For additional instructions or to download the claim form, visit the Missouri Lottery prize claim page.

When are the Missouri Lottery drawings held?

Powerball: 9:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 10 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
Pick 3: 12:45 p.m. (Midday) and 8:59 p.m. (Evening) daily.
Pick 4: 12:45 p.m. (Midday) and 8:59 p.m. (Evening) daily.
Cash4Life: 8 p.m. daily.
Cash Pop: 8 a.m. (Early Bird), 11 a.m. (Late Morning), 3 p.m. (Matinee), 7 p.m. (Prime Time) and 11 p.m. (Night Owl) daily.
Show Me Cash: 8:59 p.m. daily.
Lotto: 8:59 p.m. Wednesday and Saturday.
Powerball Double Play: 9:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

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How to Watch No. 12 Nebraska Basketball at USC with Preview, Breakdown, TV Channel

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February 28, 2026

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How to Watch No. 12 Nebraska Basketball at USC with Preview, Breakdown, TV Channel

Not even more sickness could stop the No. 12 Nebraska men’s basketball team.

With a nasty flu strain ripping through the Huskers and the UNL campus as a whole, Nebraska needed a little more time to take care of Maryland, but freshman star Braden Frager and his team-high 21 points and eight rebounds led a late NU surge for a 74-61 victory over the Terrapins. Forward Pryce Sandfort added to the effort with 16 points and eight rebounds while both Rienk Mast (13) and Sam Hoiberg (12) also reached double figures.

Now with just three games remaining in the regular season, the Huskers venture west for a two-game road trip to L.A., where they start off against a USC team in the middle of a long losing skid. Here’s all you need to know for Saturday’s mid-afternoon showdown between the Huskers and Trojans.

How to Follow Along

Matchup: Nebraska (24-4, 13-4 B1G) at USC (18-10, 7-10 B1G)
When: Saturday, February 28
Where: Galen Center, Los Angeles, Calif.
Time: 3 p.m. CST
Watch: Big Ten Network
Listen: Huskers Radio Network and Affiliates

USC head coach Eric Musselman has already surpassed the wins total from his first season in charge of the Trojans. | Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

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Head Coach

Eric Musselman | 2nd season at USC; 11th as HC
35-28 (.556) at USC; 256-121 (.679) College Career Record
6x NCAA Tournament Apps., 2x Elite Eight, 2x Sweet 16, 1x CBI Championship
3x MWC regular season, 1x MWC tournament
1x MWC Coach OTY (2018), 1x NBA D-League Coach OTY (2012)
Previous head coach at Arkansas, Nevada, Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors
Previous assistant at LSU, Arizona State, Memphis Grizzlies, Atlanta Hawks, Orlando Magic and Minnesota Timberwolves

2024-2025 Record & Awards

Record: 17-18 (7-13 B1G, T-12th)
Finish: L, 60-59 to Villanova in CBC Quarterfinals
All-B1G: 1x Honorable Mention

All-Time Series

USC leads 6-5
Jan. 22, 2025, last matchup, 78-73 USC

Washington guard Desmond Claude (1) was an All-Big Ten Honorable Mention pick last year at USC before transferring. | Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Key Returners

Terrance Williams II | F | Gr. | Was off to a great start with 10.6 points and 4.6 rebounds per game last year before getting knocked out for the season just seven games in; has not been the same with just 2.5 PPG in 27 contests this season.

Key Departures

Desmond Claude | G | Transfer | Named All-Big Ten Honorable Mention last season for the Trojans after leading the team with 15.8 points per game, but transferred to Washington over the offseason.
Wesley Yates III | G | Transfer | Another player that transferred to Washington, the Texas native was second on the team last season in scoring (14.1) and steals (40) as a redshirt freshman.
Chibuzo Agbo | G | Graduated | Veteran guard that scored 11.8 points per contest while leading the team with 76 made three-pointers as part of his final college season.
Saint Thomas | F | Graduated | The Omaha native and Millard North graduate scored 9.5 points and grabbed 5.9 rebounds per game in his final college season.
Rashaun Agee | F | Graduated | A 6-foot-8 veteran forward who proved to be USC’s most dangerous threat off the bench by scoring over nine points per game.
Josh Cohen | F | Graduated | A 6-foot-10 post that started in 25 of his 33 appearances while adding 5.9 points per game for the Trojans.
Clark Slajchert | G | Graduated | Another key reserve for the Trojans who put up four points per game in 11 minutes across 27 games.
Kevin Patton Jr. | F | Transfer | After scoring 9.8 PPG at San Diego, the California native saw limited action for USC off the bench to prompt his transfer to New Mexico over the offseason.
Matt Knowling | F | Graduated | Played in 27 contests with an average of over 18 minutes, but added little production with three points and 2.6 rebounds.

Another standout guard for USC last season, Wesley Yates III (9) transferred to Washington ahead of his redshirt sophomore year. | Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Impact Transfers/Newcomers

Rodney Rice | G | Jr. | The third leading scorer from a Sweet 16 Maryland squad last season, the transfer scored over 20 points per game for the Trojans before suffering a season-ending shoulder injury in December.
Chad Baker-Mazara | G/F | Gr. | A veteran transfer that aided Auburn’s run to the Final Four last season, the Dominican Republic native leads all active Trojans with 18.6 points per game and 71 total assists.
Ezra Ausar | F | Sr. | The 6-foot-9 forward transfer from Utah scores over 15 points per game and grabs over six rebounds per contest in an elevated role after the injury to Rice.
Alijah Arenas | G | Fr. | The son of former NBA star Gilbert Arenas, the true freshman missed the first 18 games of the season, but he’s been highly productive with a 13.9 points per game average in his first 10 college games.
Jacob Cofie | F | Soph. | A massive 6-foot-10 forward from Seattle, the Virginia transfer gives USC a weapon inside with 9.8 points and seven rebounds per game as a full-time starter.
Kam Woods | G | Gr. | A mid-season transfer from Robert Morris, where he led the program to its 10th NCAA Tournament appearance, the Alabama native has added over eight points and four rebounds in 16 contests this year.
Jordan Marsh | G | Jr. | The 2025 Big South Conference Newcomer of the Year last season at UNC-Ashville, Marsh acts as the sixth man for the Trojans with 6.7 PPG to lead all reserves.
Jaden Brownell | F | Gr. | A 6-foot-10 bench forward, the USC big man was a 14-point scorer at Samford last season before making his way to L.A.
Jerry Easter II | G | Fr. | An Ohio native who went to the heralded Link Academy in Missouri, Easter II has earned six starts in his 26 appearances by scoring 4.4 points per game.
Gabe Dynes | C | Jr. | The 7-foot-5 center led the country in blocks (104) last season at Youngstown State before transferring to USC, where he’s putting up three points per game, but has collected 30 blocks while only averaging 12 minutes per appearance.

Outlook

A veteran head coach at both the college and NBA levels, Eric Musselman was at the center of one of college basketball’s wildest coaching carousel moves following the 2023–24 season, leaving Arkansas for USC and paving the way for the legendary John Calipari to take over the Razorbacks program.

While Calipari marched his team to a Sweet 16 appearance in his first season, Musselman’s debut season in L.A. ended with a quarterfinal loss in the CBC for an underwhelming year. What followed was an exodus from the program, with top-two scorers Desmond Claude (15.8) and Wesley Yates III (14.1) both transferring to Washington despite standout seasons. Six others graduated, including Omaha native Saint Thomas (9.5) as well as Chibuzo Agbo, a veteran guard who scored 11.8 points per game in his final college season.

That resulted in a whole new crop of transfers to join the team, including the crown jewel of the haul in Rodney Rice, who played a big part in helping Maryland reach the Sweet 16 last season. The junior started out hot for the Trojans, logging over 20 points per game, but a devastating shoulder injury ended his season just seven games in, which immediately lowered the ceiling for a USC team with decent talent. Chad Baker-Mazara has stepped up in the place of Rice with 18.6 points per game and a team-high 71 assists after transferring from Auburn, where he helped the Tigers reach the Final Four.

Rodney Rice (1) was scoring over 20 points per game for USC before suffering a season-ending shoulder injury in December. | Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Utah transfer Ezra Ausar has produced at a high level with over 15 points and six rebounds per contest. Despite missing the first 18 games of the season, true freshman Alijah Arenas has averaged 13.9 points per game as a starter. Sophomore and Virginia transfer Jacob Cofie is the muscle in the post, scoring 9.8 points per game and grabbing a team-high seven rebounds per contest. Similar to Arenas, Robert Morris transfer Kam Woods has been a big mid-season addition with over eight points and 4.6 rebounds per game. Plus, Jordan Marsh (6.7), Jaden Brownell (5.3), and 7-foot-5 center Gabe Dynes give Musselman the opportunity to mix-and-match his lineup off the bench depending on the matchup.

The Rice injury is massive, and could end up being one of the primary reasons for the Trojans missing the NCAA Tournament, for which they are a bubble team in the latest projections. It’s crunch time for USC, which is in the midst of a four-game losing streak after dropping contests to Ohio State, No. 10 Illinois, Oregon, and UCLA. Three of those four were winnable for the Trojans and games that could really haunt them as they search for key wins down the stretch to lock up a spot in March Madness.

Against a Trojan team that doesn’t defend well, but ranks as one of the top rebounding teams in the conference, USC is an interesting matchup for Nebraska. Being on the road and dealing with more sickness isn’t helpful, but I’m riding the Huskers for this one to reach 25 wins on the year.

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