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Donald Trump's push to revoke Hunter and Ashley Biden's Secret Service protection has found some support from an ex-Secret Service agent.

Richard Staropoli, a former special agent with 25 years in the Secret Service, joined us Tuesday to talk about backing Trump’s decision, arguing it’s an extremely costly measure and there’s no real threat justifying their need for protection.

Staropoli -- who was appointed by Trump as the Chief Information Officer for the Department of Homeland Security in 2017 -- broke down the details of Secret Service protection, explaining it’s funded by U.S. taxpayers -- and he dives deep into the costs of providing protection for Hunter and Ashley.

D.L. Hughley is all in on Don Lemon's take, saying he agrees -- you can be Black and Republican, but supporting MAGA? That's a no-go.

We caught up with D.L. on "TMZ Live" Tuesday and he didn’t hold back -- saying Black people know they'll be tokenized, especially since Trump’s just using Black voters, trotting them out when it suits him ... like when Stephen A. Smith claimed Black people relate to Trump because of his felony convictions.

Catch the video ... D.L. dives deeper into his examples, noting how the Prez uses marginalized groups to sanitize his stances.

Prosecutors in Diddy's case are revealing the names of the 3 alleged victims in his federal indictment, but only for Diddy's attorneys to see ... for now.

According to a motion filed by Diddy on March 6, the disgraced music mogul requested the names of the three anonymous accusers and witnesses listed in the government's letter outlining the federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations case against him.

The judge reviewed Diddy's motion and ordered the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York to hand over the names to Diddy's defense by March 10.

"RoboCop" icon Peter Weller is all about returning to the franchise -- but hold up, he’s not jumping back in just yet, 'cause he tells TMZ the conditions have got to be right first.

We caught up with Peter at LAX, and he said he’d pretty much do anything if the script is good and the money’s right -- so, he's not exactly asking for much.

Catch the full video, because it looks like even if Peter gets a good deal for a "RoboCop" reboot, it'll have to compete with his latest passion -- he’s just written a book!

Keep your friends close, but your enemies closer -- it seems Kyle Richards had that in mind when she recently considered buying the house directly across the street from her nemesis Lisa Vanderpump ... TMZ has learned.

Multiple sources tell us ... Kyle was looking to possibly scoop up the 6-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom Beverly Hills house just feet away from LVP's famous Villa Rosa property. We're told Kyle toured the place a few times, even bringing along her daughters.

Our sources say Kyle's interest in the property had nothing to do with Lisa living in the neighborhood. Instead, we're told she really liked the house.

Mel Gibson has emerged as a popular Republican candidate to run for California governor ... and while he appreciates that confidence from voters -- there's no way in hell he's running.

A source close to Mel tells TMZ ... he's "flattered" to have done so well in a recent straw poll among 2,640 respondents, emerging as the top Republican candidate with 12% of the vote -- but it ain't happening.

We're told Mel has never had any political ambitions -- and that isn't changing now even if voters are digging his criticisms of current Democratic leadership on the state and local level.

Yung Gravy isn't denying $20 for a single strawberry is a steep ask ... but if that's what the ladies want, then so be it!!!

TMZ caught up with the country-rap-rocker out in Gravitas Beverly Hills this weekend surrounded by lovely ladies ... and we piqued his interest on the juiciest TikTok craze at the moment!!!

Bourgeois L.A. grocer Erewhon's Japanese strawberry retails for $20 for just 1 piece of the fruit, and Gravy gets easily convinced by the company he keeps. It's reminiscent of the world's oldest story ... Adam & Eve anyone?!?

We also got an update on Gravy and Haliey Welch -- AKA Hawk Tuah Girl -- and her dance-and-tango in the DMs from several months ago ... and turns out there's no news.

Signals got mixed and Haliey's since been accused of running a pump-and-dump crypto currency scheme and has disappeared off the map ... so Gravy is in the market to find a new girl to take to the market.

L.A. Reid is attempting to once again unload his Los Angeles mega mansion ... because TMZ has learned he just relisted the property for millions.

Real estate sources tell us ... Reid put the Bel Air estate back on the market for a cool $17.5 million on Monday. The home has 7 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms and over 11,000 square feet of living space.

The property has all the bells and whistles and is an entertainers paradise. There's a massive pool, spa, and outdoor kitchen with a big grassy yard.

For all those who doubted Mike Brown would pay big money to keep both Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins in a Bengals uniform, Pacman Jones has a message for ya ... "F*** you guys!!"

The former Cincy star unloaded on Brown's haters while out in NYC on Monday ... telling TMZ Sports the Bengals owner deserves a ton of credit for opening up his wallet and giving Joe Burrow's favorite targets some new, massive contracts over the weekend.

"F*** you guys who said Mr. Brown wouldn't do it," the ex-cornerback said as he shot out a single-barrel salute. "Shove it up your ass!

Jen Affleck has once again joined the world of male stripping in Vegas … this time, with the newfound support of hubby Zac Affleck.

Check out this exclusive video of Jen joining the steamy studs on stage – dancing, smiling, and showing off her pregnant belly – as "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" star is whisked around in a red throne while the chiseled, chest-exposing dancers perform all around her at their new home at The LINQ Hotel in Las Vegas.

This is not her first appearance at the show … in an infamously known moment in the first season, her morality was questioned by her fan-hated hubby … but it seems her Mormon man has had a change of heart.

Porn star Gigi Dior is reacting to a recent defeat in court at the hands of Christian Dior ... telling TMZ it's no sweat off her back because she's used to Big D giving her the shaft.

The adult film actress just finished a years-long legal dispute with the French fashion house after she tried to trademark her stage name ... Dior sued her, and now she won't win the rights to "Gigi Dior."

Gigi tells TMZ ... she knew the odds were against her in her legal war with one of the richest people in the world, Dior owner Bernard Arnault, and while she doesn't agree with the court's decision, she respects it and is taking it in stride.

NLE Choppa is taking exception to the notion he's baiting the gay community for clicks and giggles ... the community supports him and he supports the community -- it's simple math!!!

The "Shotta Flow" rapper caught up with TMZ Hip Hop at the Beverly Hilton for the 2025 Truth Awards on Saturday where he expressed his love for all colors, creeds, lifestyles and origins ... if you're a fan, it's all love!!!

NLE also pointed out his rap career was wildly successful before he incorporated the LGBTQ+ into his scope and became an ally ... hell, "Shotta Flow" was already 3x platinum!!!

The death of popular YouTuber P2istheName is still puzzling investigators ... but we're told cops do not suspect foul play.

Our law enforcement sources provided new details about the circumstances surrounding his death. We're told Philip Enewally, better known by his YouTube name, collapsed on the ground in front of mailboxes at his L.A. apartment building Friday afternoon.

Our sources say the property manager discovered P2istheName and phoned 911, prompting police and paramedics to respond.

Deshaun Watson's wife-to-be is walking around with a house on her finger -- TMZ Sports is told Jilly Anais' engagement ring has a value of AT LEAST $2 million!!

We spoke with the jeweler who provided Watson with the stunning ring he used to propose to his longtime girlfriend over the weekend ... and got all the details on the jaw-dropping accessory.

Vikar Ahmed told us the rock is called "The Glory Treasure" ... and holds over 20 carats of the finest diamonds, including color D-E-F & clarity IF to VVS.

"At the heart of this exquisite piece lies a premium D center diamond, renowned for its perfect cut and exceptional color & flawless clarity," Ahmed said.

Kim Kardashian is mulling over a big decision ... whether to go to court and ask a judge to strip Kanye West of joint legal custody of their 4 kids, because her ex-husband has flagrantly ignored their custody agreement.

The latest legal war was set off after Kanye agreed in a mediation Friday not to release a previously recorded song in which their daughter North raps. The track -- "Lonely Roads Still Go to Sunshine" -- also includes a phone convo between Diddy and Kanye.

Thing is ... Kim was vehemently opposed to letting North participate in any way ... and according to their divorce settlement, they both have equal say in making decisions for their kids.

Undefeated MMA fighter Dustin Lampros has made a name for himself in the cage, but he's also fighting to get child predators off the streets -- and he's telling TMZ Sports the wildest interactions he's had while trying to make that happen.

We caught up with 9-0 Lampros ahead of his Shamrock FC title fight on March 22 ... and he opened up on how he started his meaningful side gig with a friend two years ago to make a difference in his hometown.

"When he exposed it to me and brought me into that world, I instantly felt motivated to do something," he said. "I looked at him right away and said, 'Let's do it, let's help down here in the community.'"