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Speaker Johnson blasts Dems’ ‘theatrics' in Bondi, ICE hearings, calls them 'unserious people'
House Speaker Mike Johnson accused Democrats of turning congressional hearings into a "circus" this week, arguing their conduct reflects a far-left shift in the party and will pave the way for Republican gains in the midterm elections.
"These are unserious people, and they demonstrate that with their antics in the committee hearings now, which have really turned into theatrics," Johnson said Wednesday on "Hannity."
The Speaker's remarks came after Democrats overwhelmingly voted against the SAVE America Act, a Trump-backed election bill that would strengthen ID requirements for voting.
They also came after Attorney General Pam Bondi clashed with Democrats during testimony before the House Judiciary Committee.
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Bondi, during questioning from Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-Calif., said, "This isn't a circus, this is a hearing."
Johnson said the behaviors exhibited during hearings are emblematic of what he described as a broader pattern reflected in Democrats’ voting record, one he believes will become a central issue in November.
"That’s one of the reasons we’re so confident about this midterm election coming up," Johnson said.
"We are going to make history. We’re going to grow the majority for the Republican Party because we have an extraordinary record to run on, and they [Democrats] have an outrageous record that they have produced with their votes."
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The speaker argued that Republicans will highlight that record heading into the midterms, framing Democrats as aligned with what he called an "insurgent left party."
"We’re going to continue to put them on record, and make sure the people know exactly what they stand for…" Johnson said.
"This is not your father's Democrat Party anymore," he added.
"They're not serious people. They have an absolute Marxist, far-left, socialist ideology and that is what you will get if you elect Democrats to Congress."
Fox News Podcasts announces launch of ‘Crime & Justice with Donna Rotunno’
Fox News Podcasts will debut a new program, "Crime & Justice with Donna Rotunno," on February 18, the company announced on Thursday.
Criminal defense attorney Donna Rotunno will host the podcast that aims to break down the biggest crime stories and trials across the country. Rotunno will seek information and analysis from legal and criminal experts, along with Fox News reporters and contributors, to uncover new angles surrounding the cases captivating America.
"Crime & Justice with Donna Rotunno" will also feature special segments and bonus episodes, diving deep into new developments as they break.
Rotunno joined Fox News as a legal contributor in 2025. She has recently offered expertise on such topics as the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the trial of Charlie Kirk’s accused assassin Tyler Robinson, and the charges Luigi Mangione is facing after being accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
A criminal defense attorney with 25 years of experience, Rotunno began her career as a prosecutor in the Cook County State Attorney’s Office in Illinois before opening her own law firm in 2005. She has represented several high-profile clients, including serving as lead counsel for Harvey Weinstein in New York and representing a former Chicago Bears player who was under investigation for the murder of his pregnant girlfriend.
"Crime & Justice with Donna Rotunno" will air twice per week on YouTube, Spotify, Apple and wherever podcasts are found.
Who is Jasmine Jones? US Military Olympian becoming a viral sensation for taking pride in representing America
Jasmine Jones became an overnight hero to Americans craving patriotism as they watch the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
In an interview with Fox News Digital this week, the first-time Olympic bobsledder and Air Force service member expressed how proud she is to represent her country, military branch and family in Italy.
The show of patriotism garnered viral praise on social media by Americans starved for an Olympian to publicly take pride in the country this winter.
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Jones said her journey to reach this point has been defined by overcoming adversity and a devotion to family.
Jones had her daughter, Jade, in 2021. They will celebrate her fifth birthday at the end of the month.
Today, as she prepares to compete in her first Olympics, she takes pride in "being able to be a mom and show my daughter exactly how to go through different obstacles and what it means to overcome them."
Jones hopes her daughter will learn from the mom's example of joining the Air Force to advance her athletic career.
"Being able to show her different ways of, you know, you can join the Air Force, you can have these different things as well as being an athlete, continuing, and it's just more meaningful to say the least," Jones said.
The daughter is currently being looked after by Jones' mother back home in the U.S. while Jones competes in Italy.
"I'm glad to have my mom. She takes her in the winter time," Jones said. "I'm thankful for my mom for taking her in and allowing her to be there in Pennsylvania."
In Milan Cortina, Jones is extra motivated to take on the elite German team.
"The Germans are always definitely a competitor in our team sport. They're definitely great athletes, they have the speed and everything, and I'm definitely excited to go toe-to-toe with them," Jones said.
Team Germany is considered the most dominant force in international bobsledding. In 2024, they won 11 of 12 medals at the World Championships and secured 28 World Cup medals in early 2026, while the rest of the world combined only won two.
"I'm definitely here to go against the best athletes in the world and I consider myeslf one of the best athletes in the world, and I'm just really excited to go out there and do that comparison with them," Jones added.
"It gives more of that fire within us."
In the 2024-25 season, Jones said she suffered eight crashes while competing and training for bobsled.
"At a specific track it was about five times," Jones said.
"Whenever you do crash it takes a toll physically, it takes a toll mentally, and going through those crashes, I just really felt down on myself, because I knew I really wanted to do so much more, and trying to give my all, right from the start. So going through that I definetly wanted to re-think how I go about everything with my training."
For Jones, the experience helped her define her goal of becoming a standout brakeman in the sport.
A bobsled brakeman is the rear athlete responsible for providing maximum acceleration during the initial push, riding in the back to maintain aerodynamics, and pulling the brake lever to stop the sled only after crossing the finish line. They are crucial for both the explosive start and safe deceleration.
"If I can make myself a standout brakeman, then I can get put into different positions of making sure that I'm not being brought down again, as well as being able to push my best," she said.
Jones barely missed out on qualifying for the 2022 Beijing Winter Games. So, she joined the Air Force in April 2023, which allowed her to undergo a much more rigorous training routine, which she credits for her ability to qualify for this year's games.
"I'm just thankful to be an airman," she said. "Going into the WCAP program, that allowed me to truly have my offseason training, allowed me to get to this point. … Having that offseason training to be able to focus truly and put in the work. That transpired with this moment."
Team USA fans can send Jones and fellow airman Kelly Curtis, who is also competing in Italy, a personalized letter through a program involving a partnership between Team USA and Sandboxx.
After giving birth to her daughter in 2021, she was looking for stability as a means to achieve her goal of reaching the Olympics. The Air Force gave her that path.
"I wanted to do something that gives me more stability. There was a time when I was working my civilian job and trying to train at the same time, and it just wasn't enough. I know I wanted to dedicate my time towards bobsled," Jones said.
"The biggest thing I've learned is being resilient, and I feel like that plays a part, where, going into basic, and you're waking up early. You're following orders. You're getting that discipline needed, and that goes into bobsled. … So, I feel like transitioning from basic training and having that discipline as well translates into just knowing exactly what I'm supposed to do."
Jones' Air Force training includes ample power lifting.
"I'm very power-based, where I do a lot of squats, cleans and everything," Jones said.
But the hardest workout she deals with, and still struggles with, is snatches.
A snatch workout consists of an advanced Olympic lifting movement where a barbel is lifted from the ground to overhead in one, fluid, continuous motion. It is a full-body, high-intensity exercise requiring explosive power, strength, speed, and coordination.
"Snatches are something I battle with, personally," Jones said. "Sometimes I struggle with that."
In a sport like bobsled, maintaining a certain weight is essential. So it also manifests in her diet, but not to Tom Brady-esque degree.
"In our sport, we're pretty strict on rules when it comes to weight guidelines," Jones said. "In a two women sled, both the pilot and the brakeman have to be a max 80 kilo[grams]. And throughout the season I make sure that I stay under 80 kilos.
"I still eat pretty clean, but I also don't shy away from the sweet stuff. So having that balance defietly works out. I feel like when I focus too much on trying to eat clean is when I gain the most weight."
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Latest FBI neighborhood canvass in Guthrie case could mean feds have 'digital evidence:' former agent
TUCSON, Ariz. — The FBI on Wednesday took to the streets and neighborhoods surrounding Nancy Guthrie's home to canvas for clues in her disappearance.
The federal law enforcement agency announced the search online, and asked the public to use caution.
"This morning, numerous FBI agents are conducting an extensive search along multiple roadways in the Catalina Foothills area related to the Nancy Guthrie investigation," the agency said. "We are asking the media and motorists to follow all traffic laws and to remain especially cautious when passing law enforcement personnel near the roadways."
In the afternoon, a "set" of black gloves was found about a mile and a half southeast of Guthrie's home.
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"There are likely two reasons they canvassed that specific area," said retired FBI Supervisory Special Agent Jason Pack. "First, it represents one of the most logical routes in and out to access Nancy’s home."
"Second, there may be digital evidence that prompted investigators to focus there," he continued. "Now we need to be cautious here because we don’t yet know if the gloves that were recovered are actually connected to this case. But if they are, that’s a significant development."
Pack said more canvasses can be expected as the investigation into Guthrie's vanishing continues.
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"Expect investigators to set up new canvasses expanding outward from that location, looking for additional cameras along the route from businesses, from homes, anything that may have captured movement," he said. "And they’ll be expanding the timeline backwards, looking at the hours before and after she went missing. The goal is to build a trail."
An individual seen on doorbell footage from Guthrie's home, also released by the FBI, was covered head to toe in a ski mask, jacket, pants and gloves.
Guthrie was last seen on the night of Jan. 31, and authorities suspect she was abducted from her home early the next morning.
No suspects have been named.
First lady Melania Trump achieves third reunification of Ukrainian children with 'unwavering commitment'
First lady Melania Trump announced Thursday that a third round of Ukrainian children have returned to their families as part of a Russia-Ukraine youth reunification initiative.
"I appreciate that Russia and Ukraine are dedicated to bringing back the children who have been displaced because of the circumstances surrounding this conflict," wrote the first lady in a statement.
"Although all parties are cooperating and our communications remain robust, I urge Russia and Ukraine to intensify their efforts to ensure the safe return of every child to their families and guardians," said Mrs. Trump.
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She added, "Today marks the third reunification since I have been working strategically with both nations. I have no doubt more progress will come."
Special Envoy of the President of Russia for investment and economic cooperation Kirill Dmitriev announced on X that six children were unified. "I thank the First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump, for her unwavering commitment and engagement in efforts to reunite children with their families," he wrote in his post.
Mrs. Trump has made her passion for the well-being of children across the globe a central focus of her role as first lady of the United States.
At the end of last year, Mrs. Trump reunited 15 children with their families in October and December.
The first lady previously wrote a "peace letter" to Russian President Vladimir Putin. telling him "it is time" to protect children and future generations around the globe, Fox News Digital reported in August.
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President Donald Trump then hand-delivered that message to the Russian leader before their summit in Alaska that month.
The announcement Thursday comes just after Mrs. Trump continued her Valentine’s Day tradition of visiting the Children’s Inn at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland, on Wednesday.
Mrs. Trump met with children, families and NIH staff involved in clinical trials.
Children and the first lady participated in arts and crafts — making valentines.
NIH director Jayanta Bhattacharya, Children’s Inn CEO Jennie Lucca and Vice Chair Scott Royal were also present.
"Love reveals itself in many forms, especially in the hardest moments of care and compassion," said Mrs. Trump.
"The Children’s Inn provides important support to children who have been diagnosed with rare and serious diseases," she added.
"Returning to The Children’s Inn at NIH is a special reminder of [the] warmth that exists here year-round thanks to the profound resilience of these young people and the dedication of those working to provide comfort, hope and support during clinical trials. I wish them all a very happy Valentine’s Day."
The first lady previously visited the Children’s Inn in 2018, 2019 and 2020.
One patient asked Mrs. Trump how she should be addressed — and she responded, "Melania."
In her recently launched film, "MELANIA," viewers get an inside look into the life of the first lady, showcasing her passion for helping children.
A scene shows Mrs. Trump speaking French during a discussion of the "Be Best" initiative with the first lady of France, Brigitte Macron.
Mrs. Trump ultimately secured a $25 million investment in foster youth to be included in the president's 2026 fiscal year budget.
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She is also shown in the film meeting with Queen Victoria of Spain at Mar-a-Largo to discuss their various children's initiatives.
Fox News Digital’s Greg Norman-Diamond and Rachel Wolf contributed reporting.
GOP senator, Minnesota AG clash at Capitol Hill hearing: 'Sit there and smirk, it's sick'
A Republican senator accused Minnesota’s attorney general of flashing a "despicable" smirk Thursday following a tense exchange at a hearing on Capitol Hill, — a reaction the Democrat in turn described as a "nice theatrical performance."
Tensions escalated at the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs oversight hearing after Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., alleged Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison was encouraging unrest in Minnesota, which has been rocked by recent anti-U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) protests and the shooting deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Nicole Good.
"Were you ever concerned about encouraging — I guess, people that support you — to go out and put themselves into harm's way by impeding and obstructing a legal law enforcement action. Did that ever concern you?" Johnson asked Ellison.
"Sir, that never happened. We [at] all times said if you want to protest, protest peacefully, protest safely. But you'll never find me being against the First Amendment. I'll always be for the First Amendment," Ellison responded.
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Johnson then said, "I can't imagine encouraging somebody that supported me politically to go and put themselves into harm's way."
"Their vehicles have been rammed by some of these peaceful protesters, probably the trained activists. They've had rocks thrown at their vehicles. I can't imagine encouraging people ‘put yourself in harm's way, get out there and record that,’" Johnson said about anti-ICE sentiment.
"I, as a government official would have said, back off, let us work with ICE. Let's cooperate with them. Let's see if we can de-escalate this. But, attorney general, you did the exact opposite. And two people are dead because you encouraged them to put themselves into harm's way, and now you're exploiting those two martyrs. That was a tragedy. It never should have happened," he continued.
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"So now you're an ICE officer, you're doing enforcement action. You've got a team behind you trying to protect you. You've got all these trained activists behind you, is there any wonder... a tragedy was going to happen, and you encouraged it. And you ought to feel damn guilty about it," Johnson concluded.
He then told Ellison, "Yeah. Sit there and smirk. Smirk. It’s sick. It is despicable."
"Are you asking me for comment, Senator?" Ellison said. "Because everything you said was untrue. It was a nice theatrical performance, but it was all lies."
Driver federally indicted in 100-mph smuggling crash that killed Texas grandma, 7-year-old girl
Nearly three years after a high-speed migrant smuggling chase tore through the small West Texas town of Ozona and killed a grandmother and her 7-year-old granddaughter, a federal grand jury has indicted the Louisiana man authorities say was behind the wheel.
Rassian Nateray Comer faces a 13-count federal indictment stemming from the March 13, 2023, crash that left four people dead — including 71-year-old Maria Scorro Tambunga and her granddaughter, Emilia Tambunga, a second-grader at Ozona Elementary School.
According to the indictment, the pursuit began around 7:40 p.m., when a Texas Department of Public Safety trooper spotted a speeding 2021 Ram 1500 in Terrell County. Prosecutors allege Comer refused to pull over and accelerated to more than 100 miles per hour, turning east onto Interstate 10. The indictment states the truck crossed the median twice and at one point traveled the wrong direction on the highway before exiting toward Ozona.
Authorities allege Comer ran a red light while traveling approximately 84 miles per hour and slammed into Maria Tambunga’s pickup truck. Maria and Emilia were pronounced dead at the scene.
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Prosecutors allege Comer was transporting 11 migrants who had recently crossed into the United States illegally — eight in the cab and three in the bed of the truck. Two Mexican nationals riding in the bed died from injuries sustained in the crash, and nine others were seriously injured.
Tim Raymond, acting assistant special agent in charge for Homeland Security Investigations in Lubbock, said the case highlights the broader dangers tied to smuggling operations.
"Human smuggling is a crime that puts lives at risk. It’s dangerous, not only to those being smuggled, but also members of the public. This case is a tragic example of the consequences," Raymond said.
The indictment further alleges that Comer went live on Facebook during the chase, briefly showing police lights flashing behind him before panning to a speedometer reading 105 miles per hour. Authorities also say a stolen 9mm handgun was found under the truck’s brake pedal. Federal prosecutors allege Comer was operating as part of a broader smuggling organization.
The indictment includes one count of conspiracy to transport illegal aliens resulting in death, 11 counts of transportation of an illegal alien resulting in death and one count of possession of a stolen firearm. If convicted on the death-resulting smuggling charges, Comer could face up to life in prison.
"These are significant charges brought to address the severity of the defendant’s alleged conduct," U.S. Attorney Ryan Raybould said. "They subject Comer to a potential life sentence in federal prison if he is convicted."
"Let me be clear," Raybould added. "The Department of Justice stands up for crime victims. We will always prioritize these cases and use every single tool to hold those who commit these types of crimes accountable."
"Yet, in this sea of grief and fury, we find a beacon of hope and justice through the unwavering efforts of the Trump DOJ, led by the formidable Pam Bondi, Ryan Raybould, and the Jeff Haag team—your dedication to holding the guilty accountable restores a sliver of faith in our fight for righteousness," family member Gin Jespersen told Fox News Digital in a statement. "And an extended, profound thank you to Stephen Dodd, the Texas DA, for pressing forward with the Texas case despite the obstacles; your resolve ensures that Mom Coke and Emilia's memories fuel real change, not forgotten whispers in the wind. We stand grateful, empowered, and unyielding."
Sheriff disputes viral 911 call reporting key evidence found in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities are disputing a reported 911 call circulating on social media claiming a ski mask matching the description of the subject of interest in Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance was found in an alleyway located two hours from the 84-year-old’s Tucson, Arizona home.
The video posted to social media includes dispatch audio from relaying a 911 call reporting a ski mask had been found in an alleyway near her garage, located at 100 E First Avenue in Ajo, Arizona – located approximately 135 miles from Tucson.
"Looks like the same mask the assailant was wearing in the Nancy Guthrie case," the dispatcher can be heard saying in the video.
However, the Pima County Sheriff’s Office is disputing the clip to Fox News Digital, citing the department is unaware of any reports of a ski mask being found.
"We have not been advised of anything like that - so this cannot be confirmed," a PCSO spokesperson said in a statement to Fox News Digital.
The development comes on the heels of a black glove matching the description of the one worn by the subject in the footage being found alongside a road one and a half miles from Nancy Guthrie’s home, according to the New York Post.
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The glove was reportedly found on Wednesday, with sources telling Fox News Digital that one set of gloves found in the area is being processed by law enforcement.
The FBI released surveillance footage earlier this week showing an armed suspect clad in a ski mask approaching Nancy Guthrie’s front door the night of her disappearance.
In the video, the individual can be seen approaching Nancy Guthrie’s door twice – and in one clip attempts to use plants to cover the doorbell camera.
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Nancy Guthrie vanished from her Tucson home in the early morning hours of Sunday, Feb. 1.
The FBI has not identified a suspect or any persons of interest in Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance, and no arrests have been made.
FBI evidence in Nancy Guthrie case draws two-suspect claims, retired agent weighs in
A growing online firestorm is adding a new twist to the alleged abduction of Nancy Guthrie. After the FBI released photos and surveillance video tied to her disappearance, many are now pointing out what they see as a troubling discrepancy — asking whether the images and video actually show the same person.
The questions are fueling speculation and putting a spotlight on how federal investigators vet critical evidence in a high-profile case.
Retired Supervisory Special Agent of the FBI Scott Duffy told Fox News Digital that, at least from his initial review, the images appear consistent.
"Right off the bat, they do look like the same person," Duffy said. "I would be hard pressed to see two different individuals."
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Still, Duffy acknowledged that while the person captured on camera may be the same individual across the released materials, that does not rule out the possibility that more than one person could be involved in the crime itself.
"I’ve got to believe more than one person did this — but you never know," he added, noting the case presents "so many anomalies."
Duffy said investigators would have carefully vetted the images before releasing them publicly and are likely combing through every visible detail — from footwear and outerwear to potential logos and brand identifiers.
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"They want to put a name brand on one of those items," he explained, describing how agents attempt to identify specific clothing manufacturers or markings that could narrow the suspect pool.
However, he cautioned that mass-produced items can limit the usefulness of that strategy. "You realize now millions or thousands of that have been generated and there’s no way to trace it to a particular store."
As for claims that advances in facial recognition or other biometric software could quickly resolve questions about the suspect’s identity, Duffy urged caution.
"With all the clothing he has on, law enforcement has their work cut out for them," he said. "I don’t think any software alone is going to be able to say, ‘Oh, that’s him.’"
Instead, Duffy suggested the footage may ultimately be more valuable once investigators develop a specific suspect. At that point, experts can compare surveillance video from multiple locations, analyze gait and physical build, and layer in digital evidence such as cellphone data to determine whether someone was near Guthrie’s home at the time of the alleged abduction.
Beyond whether the images depict the same person, Duffy said the suspect’s demeanor was another detail that stood out.
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"This individual does not seem to have any sense of urgency," he said, noting the person appeared calm and deliberate while on camera. "It seemed like they had a job to do and felt very comfortable in doing it."
That lack of urgency, he said, could suggest the suspect did not fear immediate detection and may have been familiar with the property or confident that no one would interrupt.
Duffy also addressed growing online speculation surrounding gloves seen in the footage and reports of discarded gloves found nearby. He explained that both suspects and investigators commonly wear latex gloves at scenes — suspects to avoid leaving forensic evidence, and agents to avoid contaminating it.
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"This person has gone through great lengths to cover their identity in many regards," Duffy said, adding that wearing latex gloves over another pair could indicate an effort to prevent fiber transfer or skin contact. At the same time, he cautioned that discarded gloves alone are not definitive proof of anything, as law enforcement and emergency personnel also routinely wear and discard gloves during investigations.
While public debate continues online, Duffy said investigators are likely relying on a combination of forensic review, digital analysis and tips from the community.
"Just give a name to law enforcement and let them run it down," he said, explaining that even partial tips can lead to deeper analysis, including cellphone location data and additional surveillance comparisons.
As speculation swirls, Duffy emphasized that high-profile investigations are methodical and layered — even if answers are not immediately visible to the public.
HGTV cancels Nicole Curtis' 'Rehab Addict' after star was caught using racial slur on set
HGTV's "Rehab Addict" has been canceled after its star, Nicole Curtis, was caught on video using a racial slur while filming the series.
In a video obtained by Radar Online, Curtis is heard blurting out the N-word while on set. The outlet released the clip on Wednesday, the same day the series was expected to return for its ninth season.
In a statement shared with Fox News Digital, a representative for HGTV confirmed the show has been removed from all HGTV platforms.
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"HGTV was recently made aware of an offensive racial comment made during the filming of Rehab Addict. Not only is language like this hurtful and disappointing to our viewers, partners, and employees — it does not align with the values of HGTV. Accordingly, we have removed the series from all HGTV platforms. We remain dedicated to fostering a culture of respect and inclusion across our content and our workplace."
Shortly after, Curtis apologized for her actions in a statement to TMZ.
"Regarding HGTV, I’m grateful for the 15-year journey we’ve shared," she wrote in a message to TMZ, which she posted to her Instagram Stories. "It’s been a meaningful chapter, but my focus isn’t on my career. My focus, at this moment is rightfully on my relationships, and my community — the people who truly know my character and where my heart is."
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"I want to be clear: the word in question is wrong and not part of my vocabulary and never has been, and I apologize to everyone," she added. "As discussed, I’m a mom and I was doing mom things all day and unplugged. I realize my shows were airing, but my family is my priority and I’m just catching up to all this now."
In a 2024 with Fox News Digital, Curtis reflected on how her priorities have changed since rising to fame 14 years ago and the advice that she would give her younger self.
"The best advice is they can all wait. Your children can't," said Curtis, who shares youngest son Harper, 11, with Shane Maguire. She welcomed her first child, son Ethan, 28, with her ex, Steven Cimini in 1997.
She continued, "When we were first shooting the show, my son was in sixth grade. And I wasn't chasing fame. I know there are a lot of influencers now and everything that – they just want their face on camera. They want a TV show. They want to do that."
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"And I just wanted to live comfortably," Curtis explained. "I wanted to give my son a life that he could enjoy things in life without seeing me struggle. And I was a house cleaner and I was a real estate agent. I was selling s--- on Craigslist."
"I was chasing the money," she admitted. "I was chasing that money hard because I wanted a better life for us. And there were moments when – I'll be honest – when I definitely thought maybe this would have been better if I was still cleaning houses because I did sacrifice quality time with a family in those early years."
"And that's something I will not do this time," Curtis asserted. "I don't care what it is. You cannot put a check in front of me that is going to take time away from my family. So I think that's absolutely the thing I would tell my younger self is that, you know what – you'll figure it out. You'll figure it out. And I did."
Fox News Digital's Larry Fink contributed to this post.