Adults who consume cannabis are nearly four times more likely to develop type 2 diabetes than those who dont, according to a new study.Researchers led by Dr. Ibrahim Kamel from the Boston Medical Center in Massachusetts analyzed medical records from 54 healthcare organizations across the U.S. and Europe using the TriNetX Research Network.They compared about 96,800 people with cannabis-related diagnoses, from casual users to those with dependency, to more than 4.16 million individuals who had no record of drug use or chronic illness.DIABETES STUDY REVEALS DIAGNOSIS GAP AFFECTING MILLIONS OF PEOPLEOver a five-year period, 2.2% of cannabis users developed type 2 diabetes, compared to just 0.6% of non-users.Even after adjusting for other health risks like high blood pressure, cholesterol, heart disease and alcohol or cocaine use, marijuana users still faced a higher risk.Experts say a possible explanation is that marijuana affects appetite, metabolism and insulin resistance. Cannabis use is often associated with poor eating habits, which may contribute to rising blood sugar levels over time.Given the increasing legalization of marijuana, it is often seen as an alternative to alcohol or tobacco, but the research suggests that its long-term risks could be more serious than many realize."As cannabis becomes more widely available and socially accepted and legalized in various jurisdictions, it is essential to understand its potential health risks," Kamel stated in a press release.The study does have some limitations, the researchers acknowledged. Its design is retrospective, meaning it looked back at patient records rather than tracking new cases over time. That makes it difficult to prove marijuana directly causes diabetes.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTERAdditionally, someone who uses it occasionally may not face the same risks as someone who consumes it daily.As the researchers pointed out, the study has the potential for bias, as it relied on people to self-report their cannabis use even in places where it was illegal and didnt measure exactly how much they used.Physicians may soon need to "routinely talk to patients about cannabis use so they can understand their overall diabetes risk and potential need for metabolic monitoring," according to Kamel.MORE IN HEALTH NEWS"These new sights from reliable, real-world evidence highlight the importance of integrating diabetes risk awareness into substance-use disorder treatment and counseling," he added.Fox News Digital reached out to cannabis industry organizations requesting comment.

Thousands of mourners across the U.S. have gathered, both in solitude and in large groups, often in prayer, to grieve the tragic passing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.College students, church communities, and local residents nationwide have united in candlelight vigils and prayer services. NFL teams such as the Tennessee Titans, Miami Dolphins, New York Jets, New Orleans Saints and Dallas Cowboys observed moments of silence during week two of the regular season. Country music stars, including Jason Aldean and Morgan Wallen, paused their concerts to honor the founder of Turning Point USA.The cascade of support for Kirk, his mission, and legacy, fueled partly by the shared empathy for his widow, Erika, and their two children, includes a song gaining traction on TikTok and other social media platforms.JASON ALDEAN MOURNS CHARLIE KIRK DURING PERFORMANCE AS CONCERT CROWD ERUPTS IN SUPPORT"Something about it just hit me really, really hard," Michael Heffner, an aspiring musician, told Fox News Digital of Kirk's assassination.Heffner, an Ohio resident but Michigan native, wrote and recorded "Carry the Flame: A Tribute to Charlie Kirk."Despite having similar beliefs, Heffner was not a dedicated follower of Kirk and finds himself lackluster about politics.Unsettled and inundated with heartache, Heffner told Fox News Digital that he felt a call and a "fire" in him to write the song."I wanted to write something within the time I was emotionally invested in it, which was a couple of hours," Heffner told Fox News Digital.CHARLIE KIRK REMEMBERED BY COUNTRY MUSIC STARS AS ONE OF THE GREATEST YOUNG PATRIOTSHeffner, a one-man band, penned lyrics, composed with his guitar, digitally recreated instruments, and consulted his dad, who he said often goes by the "poetic patriot," and quickly crafted the track."It kind of just unraveled on its own," Heffner said. "When I felt like I was really, really invested, I was looking through tons and tons of videos of Charlie Kirk."Heffner affirmed two central themes of Kirks messages struck a chord with him."I used to be a worship leader for a really large church in Ohio, and I felt like I was super authentic then, but there are some people that I've met that talk about having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and Ive never understood," he said of the faithful essence.CHARLIE KIRK'S LEGACY OF FAITH AND FAMILY VALUES"The fact that Charlie, somebody who is younger than me, can talk about God like they would go golfing together, Im like, 'I want that."Kirk's strong emphasis on family, which was a clear and justified priority for him, inspired Heffner to revise the lyrics, replacing patriotic themes with those focused on family."I was so mad for his wife because some women, some men, choose to leave their spouse, and this was by no means her choice," he said of Erika. "He was stolen from her and I just think that the sanctity of the home is so beautiful."YOUNG COUPLE EXPLAINS WHAT CHARLIE KIRK'S LEGACY MEANS TO THEMCountry music star John Rich shared the song on X, writing, "Just heard this epic song, inspired by the life and mission of Charlie Kirk. Give this a listen."In "Carry the Flame," Kirks voice can be heard both in the middle of the song and at the end.Heffner said he clipped audio of Kirks voice and took some creative liberties to give the song themes of fortitude and self-nurturance and that he is receiving mostly support from social media users.One comment in particular stuck out to him, "America needs this," to which Heffner was stunned.CHARLIE KIRK'S BOLD LEGACY LIVES ON AND WILL SHAPE AMERICA FOR YEARS TO COME"I'm like, The whole country?," he asked. "I'm just a guy. I live under a rock."He was disappointed to learn he lost some social media friends over the song, particularly one friend on Meta who often opposes him, despite Heffner having previously shared messages of encouragement.The office of Michigan Sen. Jim Runestad invited Heffner to sing "Carry the Flame" at the capitol in Lansing on Monday."I have this weird feeling that I need to do this," Heffner said."Carry the Flame: A Charlie Kirk Tribute" can be heard on Apple Music and Spotify, among other streaming platforms.

Eric Trump warned that "the bullets are only flying one way" in America, linking the assassination of Charlie Kirk to what he called a years-long campaign of political violence against conservatives, including his own family."Listen, there's fringe on both sides, 100%, but like, I don't know," Trump said Tuesday on the "Will Cain Country" podcast, describing the two attempted assassinations of his father, President Donald Trump, the shooting of House Majority Leader Steve Scalise and the death of political activist Charlie Kirk.Kirk was shot and killed last Wednesday while speaking at Utah Valley University. As founder of Turning Point USA, he was a longtime friend and ally of the Trump family. He leaves behind a wife and two young children.COMPLETE COVERAGE OF CHARLIE KIRKEric Trump called Kirks death part of a larger effort to silence conservative voices."These people have tried to do everything they could to take us out of the game," he said. Trump pointed to impeachment proceedings, trials and multiple assassination attempts on his father.Trump described what he sees as a "siege" and directly compared Kirks assassination to the 2024 shooting of President Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania.DR. DREW WARNS CHARLIE KIRKS ASSASSINATION SHOWS DEADLY COST OF DEHUMANIZATION"Our dear friend Charlie's life was expunged when somebody shoots him in the neck with a high-caliber rifle while calling him a fascist," Trump said."Yet Charlies somehow the fascist, you know, coming from a guy on a roof dressed in black with a, with a rifle."While several of the recent attacks have targeted Republicans, former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman, a Democrat, was also killed earlier this year in what Gov. Tim Walz described as a "politically motivated assassination." In that same attack, a Democratic state senator and his wife were shot but survived.Trump said preventing future tragedies may require cultural change.CHARLIE KIRK'S ASSASSINATION LATEST CASE OF CONSERVATIVES BEING TARGETED FOR MURDER"The party that preaches tolerance in this nation is actually the least tolerant people that you've ever met in your entire life," he argued.Despite the grief over Kirks death, Eric Trump said he believes it has served as a rare moment of unity as the nation condemns the actions of the gunman."Honestly, this country is in harmony," Eric Trump said."I can't tell you how many people this has pushed to the right, to God, to country, to the Constitution, to the American flag, to everything that we love as Americans."

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., shared just a brief four-word response when a reporter asked him on Tuesday why he missed a congressional vigil for Charlie Kirk."I had a meeting," Jeffries said when the matter was broached during his afternoon press conference.House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., announced on Monday that Congress would hold a vigil later that evening to honor the conservative activist.LONGTIME BIDEN AIDE SAYS HE STOOD TO EARN UP TO $8M HAD PRESIDENT WON RE-ELECTIONKirk was assassinated last week when a gunman opened fire on him during a college campus speaking event in Utah.Fox News Digital witnessed just a handful of House Democrats at the vigil, side by side with dozens of Republican lawmakers.When asked why more Democrats did not attend, Jeffries said Tuesday, "I don't know.""I guess you'd have to talk to the individual Democrats as to what else was going on and why they were present or why they weren't present," he said.148 DEMOCRATS BACK NONCITIZEN VOTING IN DC AS GOP RAISES ALARM ABOUT FOREIGN AGENTSThe vigil was held in the U.S. Capitol's Statuary Hall in the 6 p.m. hour on Monday evening.Democratic lawmakers who attended include Reps. Tom Suozzi, D-N.Y., Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, D-Wash., John Larson, D-Conn., Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif., Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., Chris Pappas, D-N.H., and Don Davis, D-N.C.Notably absent were the top four House Democrats in senior leadership, including Jeffries.Johnson, however, downplayed the lack of Democratic attendance in comments to reporters on Monday."I honestly did not even see the composition of the group," he said when asked if he was disappointed in the number of Democrats who showed up."I'm glad it was bipartisan, and I wish more had participated, and I'm not sure why they didn't. So I don't know what else we can do other than offer an all-member bipartisan vigil. And we've done that routinely for other things."Fox News' Kelly Phares and Fox News Radio's Ryan Schmelz contributed to this report.

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi faced a torrent of criticism online Tuesday after she suggested in two separate interviews that the Justice Department would "absolutely target" hate speech in the wake of Charlie Kirks shooting death sparking intense backlash from Republicans and other conservatives and prompting her to further clarify her remarks.Bondi attempted to bridge the divide between her remarks and what she called hate speech that leads to threats in a lengthy social media post Tuesday."Hate speech that crosses the line into threats of violence is NOT protected by the First Amendment," Bondi said, citing three U.S. laws that criminalize threats of direct violence, such as threats of kidnapping or injury. "Its a crime."FOLLOWING KIRKS ASSASSINATION, LAWMAKERS REACT TO LETHAL POLITICAL CLIMATE: 'VIOLENT WORDS PRECEDE VIOLENT ACTIONS'"For far too long, weve watched the radical left normalize threats, call for assassinations, and cheer on political violence. That era is over," she said, adding that "free speech protects ideas, debate, even dissent but it does NOT and will NEVER protect violence."Bondi's remarks, made during a "The Katie Miller Podcast" interview and in an interview with Fox News' Sean Hannity during conversations about the fatal shooting of Kirk, prompted backlash across the aisle, though it was conservative voices who were the loudest. Many noted that Kirk, the Turning Point USA founder and subject of the interviews, was himself a vociferous defender of free speech protections under the First Amendment, which protects most forms of speech in the U.S., including offensive and hateful speech.Many also appeared to view the new statement as insufficient cover for Bondi's previous remarks."This isn't a correction or a retraction or a retreat; it's a post hoc attempt to bend the term hate speech to mean something that it never has," Charles C.W. Cooke, a senior editor at the National Review, said on social media.Nearly 24 hours after Bondi's remarks, the criticism has continued nearly all of it from Republicans and other notable conservative voices.Bondi came under fire for the two interviews Monday, neither of which distinguished the type of speech that threatened imminent violence from hate speech."Theres free speech and then theres hate speech," Bondi said Monday in an interview with former Trump administration aide and podcast host Katie Miller.."We will absolutely target you, go after you, if you are targeting anyone with hate speech," Bondi said.In a separate interview on Fox News, Bondi reiterated a similar sentiment, suggesting that the government could prosecute Office Depot after an employee reportedly refused to print posters with Kirk's face on them.She said further that the department was "looking at" the Office Depot case in question."Businesses cannot discriminate," Bondi said on Fox News. "If you want to go in and print posters with Charlies pictures on them for a vigil, you have to let them do that. We can prosecute you for that.""I have Harmeet Dhillon right now in our Civil Rights unit looking at that immediately, that Office Depot had done that," she said of the Office Depot employee in question. "Were looking it up," she said.Most of the criticism that poured in Tuesday was from Republicans, who noted that Bondi's remarks are a flagrant violation of free speech protections guaranteed under the U.S. Constitution.They are also, some noted, directly at odds with the views famously espoused by Kirk.GOP ERUPT ON DEM RUNNING FOR ATTORNEY GENERAL IN RED STATE OVER PROFANITY-LACED CHARLIE KIRK POST"Hate speech" is a hopelessly subjective term, and even if it werent, there is no hate-speech exception to the First Amendment," said Ed Whelan, a conservative legal expert who formerly clerked for the late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia."Im sorry, but this is the sort of leftwing progressivism that conservatives, including Charlie Kirk, abhorred," Erick Erickson said on X. "We stand with Jack Philips, not against him."Asked by ABC Newss Jon Karl to respond to Bondis remarks on Tuesday, Trump declined to clarify, and instead floated the idea of going after Karl's outlet, albeit in a joking tone."Well probably go after people like you, because you treat me so unfairly," Trump said.

ABC News correspondent Matt Gutman is under fire for putting a spotlight on what he called the "very touching" text messages Charlie Kirk's alleged assassin sent to his transgender partner.Following the press conference announcing the murder charges against 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, Gutman marveled at the "such specific text messages" that were unearthed about the murder weapon."But also, it was very touching in a way that many of us didn't expect," Gutman said. "A very intimate portrait into this relationship between the suspects roommate and the suspect himself, with him repeatedly calling his roommate, who is transitioning, calling him my love. And I want to protect you, my love.'""So, it was this duality of someone who the attorney said not only jeopardized the life of Charlie Kirk and the crowd, but was doing it in front of children, which is one of the aggravating circumstances of this case. And then, on the other hand, he was, you know, speaking so lovingly about his partner. So a very interesting and riveting press conference," Gutman continued.CHARLIE KIRK ASSASSINATION: AUTHORITIES COLLECT HOME SURVEILLANCE VIDEO THAT MAY SHOW KILLER FLEEING SCENEOn ABC News' livestream platform, Gutman doubled down, calling it "heartbreaking on so many levels," linking Kirk's brutal murder to the "portrait of a very human person.""I dont think Ive ever experienced a press conference in which weve read text messages that are A, so fulsome, so robust, so apparently, allegedly self-incriminating and yet, on the other hand, so touching, right?" Gutman said. "And the terminology he used, he was trying to protect him. He kept calling him my love. My reason for doing this is to protect you, you know, but also asking him to delete the messages and not speak to law enforcement. So theres this heartbreaking duality that were seeing very tragically playing out."Gutman quickly went viral with critics slamming his "disgusting" comments."Wait, what???" Sen. Jim Banks, R-Ind., exclaimed."Wtaf," New York Post columnist Karol Markowicz reacted."@MattGutmanABC the new front runner for worst take of the day, and thats an impressive feat today," Just The News correspondent Jerry Dunleavy wrote."All it takes is transgenderism being involved, and suddenly the mainstream press thinks the shooter and his boyfriend are a touching love story. Insane," Red State writer Bonchie posted."If they aren't going to change over this, they aren't going to change over anything," Versus Media podcast host Stephen L. Miller wrote.JAY LENO CALLS CHARLIE KIRK ASSASSINATION THE 'DEATH OF FREE SPEECH'ABC News did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment.Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray announced Tuesday that Robinson is being charged with several counts, including aggravated murder.Included in the indictment were text messages Robinson had sent to roommate Lance Twiggs, who Fox News Digital previously reported he had a romantic relationship with. Twiggs is a biological male who identifies as a woman."I am still ok my love, but am stuck in orem for a little while longer yet," Robinson wrote in one exchange, according to the indictment. "Shouldnt be long until I can come home, but I gotta grab my rifle still. To be honest I had hoped to keep this secret till I died of old age. I am sorry to involve you.""you werent the one who did it right????" the roommate exclaimed."I am, Im sorry," Robinson responded.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP

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Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is calling for more "transparency" after an ICE officer was seriously injured during an encounter with an undocumented immigrant outside Chicago. The suspect was shot and killed after allegedly dragging the officer for a significant distance with his car.ICE Deputy Director Madison Sheahan pushed back on Pritzkers comments, accusing Democrats of siding with illegal migrants over law enforcement."They obviously continue to take the sides of these criminal illegal aliens who put our people in harm's way," said Sheahan Tuesday on "Fox & Friends."ICE ARRESTS 'PEDOPHILES, RAPISTS, ABUSERS' IN CHICAGO SANCTUARY CITY CRACKDOWN OPERATION"Not just officers, it's the people of Chicago, people of these communities that these Democrats and Governor Pritzker continue to choose to protect."The Department of Homeland Security identified the suspect as Silverio Villegas-Gonzalez and said he resisted arrest and attempted to flee during a traffic stop. Sheahan said Villegas-Gonzalez, who entered the United States at an unknown date, had a record of reckless driving and a final order of removal.When officers tried to detain him, he allegedly drove toward them, striking and dragging one agent. The officer then opened fire. Villegas-Gonzalez was taken to a hospital where he later died.Sheahan said the ICE agent was put "in critical condition," but has since returned home.GRIEVING ILLINOIS FATHER BLAMES SANCTUARY POLICIES AS ICE ISSUES CRACKDOWN IN DAUGHTER'S HONOROn Monday, Pritzker said he has requested more details about how the failed arrest unfolded, but has received few details."We need more information. We've asked ICE for all of the information around it. They have given very little," he said."ICE is unwilling to provide the transparency that I think the American public and the public here deserves."Sheahan rejected the governors scrutiny."It is under investigation and we're [going to] continue to make sure we are transparent. The claims that we're not is just false," she said.EX-POLICE CHIEF WARNS CHICAGO COPS WILL GET HURT BECAUSE MAYOR JOHNSON WONT HELP ICEThe dispute comes as ICE expands "Operation Midway Blitz" across Chicago and Illinois. The effort is aimed at arresting illegal immigrants with criminal histories.However, Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson have strongly resisted the operation.Earlier this month, Johnson wrote on X: "Chicago doesn't want to see reckless, unconstitutional, militarized immigration enforcement in our city."Sheahan has noted that anti-ICE rhetoric makes officers jobs more dangerous.CHICAGO MAYOR CONCLUDES COUNCIL-DEMANDED PROBE OF CITY POLICES ROLE DURING RECENT ICE RAID"We're already at over a thousand percent increase year over year of the dangers that our officers are in because of the rhetoric that we're seeing online, the dangers of what elected officials continue to say," she said.Despite the pushback, Sheahan said ICE will continue its mission with the backing from the White House. "Law enforcement officers overwhelmingly want to work with ICE to keep their [communities] safe," she said.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP"And with the leadership of President Donald Trump and Secretary Kristi Noem, we'll continue to do this throughout the country."

A Utah man seen being led away in handcuffs after Charlie Kirks assassination has been charged after police say he distracted authorities in the minutes after the shooting by falsely claiming he was the perpetrator.George Zinn, 71, sparked confusion in the moments after gunshots rang out on Utah Valley Universitys campus last week when police said he approached an officer and yelled, "I shot him, now shoot me," according to a probable cause affidavit obtained by Fox News.Zinn was also hit with four counts of sexual exploitation of a minor after he let authorities search his phone and told them that he uses his phone to view child sex abuse material, the Utah County Sheriff's Office said.UTAH PROSECUTORS PREPARE POTENTIAL DEATH PENALTY CASE AGAINST CHARLIE KIRK SUSPECT TYLER JAMES ROBINSONAfter Kirk was shot and Zinn claimed to be the shooter, according to the document, the officer did not observe Zinn carrying a weapon, but ultimately arrested him after he yelled, "I shot him, now shoot me," again.When asked where his weapon was hidden, Zinn allegedly refused to tell the officer, who performed a search and was still unable to locate a gun.According to police, Zinn continued to claim that he shot Kirk as he was being led away in handcuffs, while telling the officer to "just shoot him."His arrest led to confusion in the crucial minutes immediately following the shooting, with videos of Zinn being taken away in handcuffs circulating online with false claims that the perpetrator had been captured.NEW VIDEO APPEARS TO SHOW ALLEGED CHARLIE KIRK ASSASSIN NEAR CAMPUS HOURS BEFORE SHOOTINGOnce Zinn arrived at the police department, he reportedly walked back his admission that he shot Kirk and asked for an attorney. While being questioned by authorities, who relayed to Zinn that they did not believe he was the real shooter, he allegedly admitted to making the false claims to "to draw attention from the real shooter."Zinn was subsequently transported to a local hospital to receive medical attention, where he later added he "wanted to be a martyr for the person who was shot," police said.As a result of Zinns distracting comments, Utah police said the investigation into Kirks assassination was delayed as law enforcement wasted resources needed to search for the real shooter, authorities said.DEATH PENALTY LOOMS FOR CHARLIE KIRKS ACCUSED KILLER BUT LEGAL BAR IS HIGH AS TRUMP, COX MOUNT PRESSURENearly 33 hours after the shooting, police arrested 22-year-old Tyler Robinson in connection with Kirks death. He is set to appear in court on Tuesday to face charges.Upon being taken into custody, authorities performed a search of Zinn's phone, which allegedly revealed images of child pornography, according to police. Zinn was subsequently taken into custody and booked into the Utah County Jail on four counts of sexual exploitation of a minor and one count of obstruction of justice, according to authorities.The Utah County Sheriff's Office did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Fox News Digital was unable to immediately locate an attorney for Zinn.

Chaos erupted at a vigil for slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk when a Florida woman allegedly shoved a 73-year-old organizer to the ground, sparking a felony arrest.The incident happened as "The Villages MAGA Club," an organization at a Central Florida retirement community known as "America's Friendliest Hometown," held a vigil Sunday in honor of Kirk at a local medical center.Arrest records state Courtney Beth Anderson, 56, showed up to the solemn gathering, "yelling and holding up her middle finger to everyone at the event," affiliate FOX 35 Orlando reported.WATCH: CLEMSON STUDENT CAUGHT ON VIDEO APPEARING TO MOCK CHARLIE KIRK AFTER ASSASSINATIONValerie Jamieson, co-founder of The Villages MAGA Club, asked Anderson to leave due to her "aggressive and rude behavior," at which point Anderson allegedly pushed her to the ground, causing her to hit her head, according to the report."I walked towards her (Anderson) and I said, 'You're not coming up here, you need to get out of here,' and she just pushed me. I fell back, head hit the concrete," Jamieson told the outlet. "I was so angry."The Villages Fire Rescue Department responded to aid Jamieson, and witnesses told officers the alleged attack was "unprovoked."Anderson declined to speak with officers and invoked her right to counsel, according to the report. She was released on bond after being arrested and charged with felony battery of a person over 65 years old.FOX 35 reported Anderson has two prior convictions from June 2001 for misdemeanor battery.The incident came amid a nationwide wave of protester arrests at similar events held in honor of Kirk, who was assassinated at a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University last week.MAN ARRESTED FOR SICKENING ACT AT CHARLIE KIRK MEMORIAL OUTSIDE TURNING POINT HEADQUARTERS IN PHOENIXKirk advocated for peaceful and respectful debate, warning against violence."What is so important to our country is to find our disagreements respectfully," Kirk said in a now-viral video in which he discussed his mission with a critic."When people stop talking, that's when violence happens," he added. "I've been stormed out of restaurants. I've been assaulted publicly, multiple death threats. When people stop talking, that's when you get violence. That's when civil war happens, because you start to think the other side is so evil, and they lose their humanity."VIDEO CAPTURES FIGHT ERUPTING AT CHARLIE KIRK VIGIL AFTER ACTIVIST REPORTEDLY SHOUTS PROFANITY AT CROWDPresident Donald Trump has made previous appearances at The Villages, which is considered one of the largest retirement communities in the world and a Republican stronghold.During a 2020 rally in the community, Trump drew more than 10,000 supporters.The Villages also hosted one of MAGA's biggest inauguration bashes for Trump in January.The community also has a "Democratic Club," though it only had about 1,500 members as of January.Fox News Digital's Kaylee Holland and Matt Leach contributed to this report.

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Legendary actor, director and icon of American cinema Robert Redford died Tuesday at age 89.His death prompted an outpouring of tributes from Hollywood stars including Meryl Streep, Jane Fonda, Marlee Matlin, Ron Howard and others.Redfords rep confirmed the beloved actors death to Fox News Digital.ROBERT REDFORD DEAD AT 89"Robert Redford passed away on September 16, 2025, at his home at Sundance in the mountains of Utah the place he loved, surrounded by those he loved," a representative shared in a statement. "He will be missed greatly. The family requests privacy."Streep, his co-star in "Out of Africa" and "Lions for Lambs," honored the Hollywood legend."One of the lions has passed. Rest in peace, my lovely friend," she said, according to Deadline.STARS WE LOST IN 2025Jane Fonda mourned the loss of her longtime friend. The two shared more than five decades of friendship Redford landed a breakout role in Neil Simons "Barefoot in the Park," first on the Broadway stage and then on screen alongside Fonda in 1967."It hit me hard this morning when I read that Bob was gone. I cant stop crying. He meant a lot to me and was a beautiful person in every way. He stood for an America we have to keep fighting for," she shared in a statement, according to People.Oscar winner Marlee Matlin took to social media to share a heartfelt tribute."Our film, CODA, came to the attention of everyone because of Sundance. And Sundance happened because of Robert Redford. A genius has passed. RIP Robert," Matlin wrote on X.Redford starred in popular films including "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid," a box-office smash from which his Sundance Film Institute and festival got their names. He played opposite Paul Newman in the 1969 film.He founded the Sundance Film Institute in 1981."Roberts legacy remains ingrained in our culture, transformed by his artistry, activism and the founding of Sundance Institute and Film Festival," Ethan Hawke said on Instagram, adding that Redford was a "relentless advocate for authentic storytelling and a fiercely passionate environmentalist."Some of Hawke's own films, including "Before Sunrise" and "Boyhood," have previously premiered at Sundance.Elizabeth McGovern, who worked with Redford on "Ordinary People," remembered more than just his films."Robert Redford gave me my first job in Ordinary People, setting a high bar in terms of a subsequent career," she shared in a statement to People."His intelligence, empathy and understanding, not only as a filmmaker, but also as a person have been difficult to match. When we shot Ordinary People,' he did my scenes on the weekend so that I could attend The Juilliard School during the week. This was the kind of caring person he was. I revered him then; I revere him now."Actor and filmmaker Ron Howard paid tribute to Redfords influence in the industry."RIP & thank you Robert Redford, a tremendously influential cultural figure for the creative choices made as an actor/producer/director & for launching the Sundance Film Festival which supercharged Americas Independent Film movement. Artistic Gamechanger," he wrote on X.In a statement to Fox News Digital, actor Ralph Fiennes said, "Im incredibly sad to learn of Robert Redfords death.""The Schindlers List" star recalled working closely with Redford on the 1994 drama "Quiz Show," a pivotal moment in his early Hollywood career."Thirty two years ago he cast me in Quiz Show alongside John Turturro and Rob Morrow," Fiennes said. "I remember his patience and kindness as I became acquainted with all things '50s America and American culture generally. It was challenging and intense and fun."Fiennes praised Redfords mentorship and said, "I loved his droll sense of humour as he guided me through screen acting skills and process."LIKE WHAT YOURE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWS"His maverick spirit was readily apparent, and he made clear his wariness regarding Hollywood clichs and practice," Fiennes added. "I treasure my experience of working with him, which was also an introduction to a great filmmaker with a true artistic vision of an American cinema that could be intelligent, original and politically provocative."Fiennes also reflected on a personal moment with Redford that left a lasting impression."He took me riding near his home in New Mexico. Im no horseman, but he made me feel I could be."He concluded, "The filmmaking world is smaller without him."Author Stephen King reflected on the era Redford helped define."Robert Redford has passed away. He was part of a new and exciting Hollywood in the 70s and 80s. Hard to believe he was 89," King wrote on X.Actress Rita Wilson shared a heartfelt statement on Instagram alongside a photo of Redford."Robert Redford. Your art stands the test of time. Your love of young filmmakers and artists gave us Sundance Film Festival," Wilson wrote. "You showed us the importance of nature. As a director, we were able to see your art from behind the camera. You will be remembered always. And you will be missed. May your memory be eternal."Jamie Lee Curtis also honored Redford with a black-and-white photo of the Hollywood actor."A life! Family, art, transformation, advocacy, creation, legacy Thank you Robert Redford," she posted on social media.Rosie ODonnell honored Redford with a photo of him as Hubbell Gardiner in "The Way We Were.""Oh Hubbell we will never be the same. Goodnight Bob what a legacy," she posted on Instagram.Actor Colman Domingo also weighed in with a nod to Redfords lasting influence.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER"With love and admiration. Thank you, Mr. Redford, for your everlasting impact. Will be felt for generations. R.I.P," he shared on X."Superman" director James Gunn honored Redford for his legendary work in several popular Hollywood films."THE movie star," Gunn declared on social media. "I grew up with his movies: his quiet, unforced performances and ever-present grace He [] will be greatly missed."William Shatner added on X, "Condolences to the family of Robert Redford."While actor Ben Stiller shared on social media, "No actor more iconic," with a photo of Redford.