panalo999 com Congress readies nearly $900 billion in defense spendingBTS Jin aka Kim Seokjin has once again proven why he holds a special place in the hearts of ARMYs worldwide. The talented vocalist recently showcased his impeccable character, sense of humour and enduring friendships, leaving fans in awe of his many qualities. Here's a glimpse into why Jin continues to earn praise and admiration. In a heartwarming video shared by fans during promotions for his debut solo album Happy, Jin reflected on RM's role as BTS' leader. He said, “RM was the smartest, the best speaker, thoughtful and inspired by his direction in music, so I don't think there was any disagreement that he should be the leader.” His heartfelt acknowledgement of RM's leadership emphasized the camaraderie and mutual respect shared within the group, leaving ARMYs teary-eyed and proud. SEOKJIN: "(RM) was the smartest, the best speaker, thoughtful, and inspired by his direction in music, so I don't think there was any disagreement that he should be the leader."🥹 JINxAIBA SINCE THOSE DAYS #Jinxあの頃からわたしたちは #JIN #BTSJIN #RM pic.twitter.com/xwRcudWrE8 BTS' Jin shares new photo with RM, Suga and J-Hope via Instagram. pic.twitter.com/J2XtStrtUS Jin's gentlemanly nature came to the forefront in a recent episode of his variety show, Run Jin. During the episode, comedian Yoo Min Sang made a joke about fellow guest Yoon Hwa’s appearance, commenting on the length of her legs. Jin quickly intervened, lightheartedly asserting that only he had the privilege of making such remarks about his guests. His humorous but firm response diffused the situation, earning applause for his tactful defence. This gesture has gone viral in Japan, particularly among feminist communities, who praised him for standing up against unnecessary remarks. Seokjin has went viral on Japanese side for standing up for women. He heard the guy making fun of her appearance and told him to shut up, in nicer words Near 100k likes and a lot of positive comments from Japanese feminist locals https://t.co/Htl8XUJ0IB pic.twitter.com/NNSCPnzWKw Once again, Jin delighted fans by becoming the master of ceremonies at a friend’s wedding. Known for his warmth and wit, Jin even adapted his viral hit Super Tuna to suit the joyous occasion. ARMYs couldn’t help but gush over how he brought his unique charm to the event, with many calling him the "sweetest friend anyone could have." Seokjin is the emcee for a friend’s wedding again 🤩 And the way they modified Super Tuna for the wedding 😂😂😂 Argh Seokjin is the sweetest 🥹 pic.twitter.com/AyUSGJCtPJ In another interview snippet, Jin shared how he remains connected with the other BTS members despite their individual schedules. “When the members get together, we think we are gonna do a live performance together,” he revealed. Jin also mentioned contacting J-Hope, saying, “I asked him if he wants to eat with me if he has time... We ate together twice, but not as often as before.” Fans were touched by his enduring bond with the group, which continues to thrive even as they pursue solo projects. Seokjin was asked what BTS members will do once reunited again: 🐹when the members get together we think we are gonna do a live performance together They still contact me. They want to perform together,I'm sure everyone is waiting. 🐹: I talked to Hobi today as well, I asked him... pic.twitter.com/8idBMtoKik From praising RM’s leadership to protecting a woman with his quick wit, Jin’s actions have left ARMYs filled with admiration. Fans took to social media to share their love for the BTS member, with one commenting, “ARMYs sure chose the right man!” Another wrote, “Kim Seokjin, you’re truly one of a kind.” Also Read: BTS Jungkook Reveals Reason Behind Considering Ian As His Stage Name; ARMYs Say 'How Beautiful...' Also Read: BTS Jin's Post Military Life: Kpop Group's Hyung Keeps ARMYs Entertained With Debut Album And Variety Shows

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Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai: Tension Peaks As Armaan And Abhir Get Into A Fight Once AgainThe 1,813-page document released Saturday by the Senate and House Armed Services Committees outlines U.S. defense policy priorities and their costs for 2025. Most of the proposed funds, $849.9 billion out of the $895.2 billion topline, would go to programs within the Department of Defense. Though the result of a bipartisan compromise, some provisions remain a point of contention, including a Republican addition that prohibits the military’s health program from covering any gender dysphoria treatments on minors that could "result in sterilization.” Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee Adam Smith, D-Wash., has urged House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., to “abandon” the provision and allow the House to bring forward a bill that “doesn’t attack the transgender community.” Johnson has argued that the current NDAA will “restore our focus on military lethality and to end the radical woke ideology being imposed on our military.” If the legislation passes, junior enlisted service members would receive a historic 14.5% pay raise and all other service members a 4.5% basic pay raise. The NDAA plan would also address multiple quality of life issues for service members, highlighted in a September report from the Government Accountability Office that revealed unsanitary and rundown living conditions for military personnel. It authorizes $2.7 billion to improve housing conditions, build more housing, and increase oversight. It also increases healthcare access and childcare services for military members by cutting red tape and approving $176 million for the construction of new childcare centers and $110 million for the construction of new schools. “Funding our military is one of Congress' most important responsibilities,” House Foreign Affairs Committee Majority Chairman, Michael McCaul, R-Texas, said on X. “Our brave men and women in uniform and their spouses allow us to enjoy the freedoms we have today. They deserve every benefit in this bill.” The legislation authorizes hundreds of billions in defense-related infrastructure and technology investments, including approximately $17.5 billion for military base or industrial construction projects; $33.5 billion to build seven battle force ships; and more than $161 billion for innovation and technology research and related programs. Nearly $16 billion would go to the Pacific Deterrence Initiative, funding new technologies like hypersonic weapons and AI to deter the Chinese Communist Party and mitigate espionage and cybersecurity risks. Anti-terrorism initiatives in the Middle East and overseas U.S. military construction projects countering North Korea and Russia would also receive funding, as well as a U.S.-Israel missile defense program and the Taiwan Security Cooperation Initiative. “We remain determined to confront increasingly hostile threats from Communist China, Russia, and Iran, and this legislation provides our military with the tools they need to deter our enemies,” Johnson said in a statement. “The safety and security of the American people is top priority, and this bill ensures our military has the resources and capabilities needed to remain the most powerful force in the world.” U.S. border security receives a relatively small portion of funds from the NDAA, with $90 million authorized for the construction of a new command and control facility at the U.S.-Mexico border and a $10 million increase in funding for the DOD’s counternarcotics activities. The House Rules Committee is set to vote Monday afternoon on advancing the measure to the House floor, where it can pass with a majority vote. The Senate must vote on it by the end of the month for it to take effect.

After two tied runoff elections and two recounts, the Yellowstone County Democratic Central Committee on Monday evening selected three potential candidates to replace Emma Kerr-Carpenter in the Montana House. The longtime state representative from Billings was appointed last week to succeed Democrat Kathy Kelker in the Montana Senate. State Rep. Emma Kerr-Carpenter, D-Billings, speaks during a public forum at the MSU Billings College of Education on Dec. 15, 2022. Kelker, 81, resigned on Nov. 13 , leaving an opening for her position representing central Billings in the upper legislative chamber. The Yellowstone County Commission unanimously selected Kerr-Carpenter, 35, to serve the remainder of Kelker’s term, which ends on Jan. 4, 2027, from among three candidates nominated by the local Democrats. Billings Democrat Emma Kerr-Carpenter is sworn in by Judge Colette Davies on Dec. 3 to serve in the Montana Senate. Yellowstone County Commissioners Don Jones (left) John Ostlund (center) and Mark Morse (right) appointed Kerr-Carpenter, who represents District 46 in the Montana House, to replace state Sen. Kathy Kelker, who resigned on Nov. 13. Later this month, the commission is expected appoint a new representative to serve Kerr-Carpenter's two-year term in the House. Kerr-Carpenter, who has represented central Billings in the legislature since 2018, was re-elected on Nov. 5. Her appointment to the state Senate, leaves her position in House District 46 open just ahead of the Jan. 6 start of the legislative session. By state law, when a vacancy occurs, the central committee from the outgoing lawmaker’s political party nominates three potential successors. The county commissioners then select one of them to appoint. The local Democrats’ top picks to replace Kerr-Carpenter are Billings City Councilwoman Denise Joy , retired psychiatrist Dr. Mark Nicholson and artist and property manager Anne Ross . Joy, 60, a special needs assistant for Billings Public Schools, is currently serving her second four-year term on the council. When she was first elected to represent Midtown and the South Side in 2017, she was the only member of the Democratic Socialists of America to win public office in Montana. Billings City Councilwoman Denise Joy poses for a portrait at Moav Coffee House after becoming Montana's only elected member of the Democratic Socialists of America in November 2017. Danny Choriki , who previously served on the council with Joy, spoke on her behalf. He said she couldn’t miss the council meeting to be present when the party selected nominees on Monday evening because she’s the only member with a perfect attendance record. Choriki praises Joy’s work for Billings neighborhoods “That’s especially interesting because she was there the night after her father was murdered ,” Choriki said. “She’s been a tireless advocate for the working class and other minorities. ...And she has those years of experience of knowing what’s going on with the government and what the city needs from the state legislature.” Nicholson, 70, ran in the Nov. 5 election for a four-year term serving parts of Southwest and central Billings in Montana Senate District 24 . Although he lost by 608 votes, or 54% to 46% , to longtime local leader Republican Mike Yakawich, he said, he learned a lot by listening to voters during his campaign. Retired psychiatrist Dr. Mark Nicholson leaves a flyer at a home on Prickett Lane in Billings while campaigning for Montana Senate District 24 on Sept. 27. “We really need to continue our traditional Democratic work of making the system work for people,” Nicholson said. “But we also have to convince them that we’re doing that.” Nicholson shares what he heard on the campaign trail of 2024 If appointed, Nicholson said, he’d start helping working people by focusing on expanding Medicaid, reducing property taxes, improving education and curbing crime. Ross, 39, also competed for a legislative seat on the Nov. 5 ballot. Republican Curtis Schomer, however, won the two-year term to serve parts of Southwest Billings in House District 48 , by 641 votes, or 57% to 43% . Ross said her education studying art and psychology at MSU coupled with her experience working in mental health care for Youth Dynamics and being a parent made her want to start fighting for underdogs. Billings artist and property manager Anne Ross ran for a two-year term representing Southwest Billings in House District 48 in the Nov. 5 election. “I definitely saw how close we all are to homelessness, to instability in our finances and things like that. We’re all just one lost paycheck away from something that could spiral into something much deeper,” she said. “Realizing that gave me a lot more empathy for the people who are struggling to get by.” Ross talks about fighting for Montana’s underdogs Becky Riedl, chairwoman for the local Democrats, said she plans to submit the three nominees to the Yellowstone County Commission by 5 p.m. Wednesday. The commissioners will then have 15 days to appoint Kerr-Carpenter’s successor. Riedl said Kelker hasn't given a reason for her resignation. She did not respond to the Gazette's request for an interview. 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