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Ghislaine Maxwell Did NOT Implicate Trump in DOJ Interview, Source Reveals.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Ghislaine Maxwell met with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche to discuss the Jeffrey Epstein case, answering questions about numerous individuals without invoking privilege. Sources reveal that Maxwell informed Blanche that she had never witnessed President Donald J. Trump engage in any activities or behavior that would raise concern.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Ghislaine Maxwell, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, Attorney General Pam Bondi, President Donald Trump, and survivors of Epstein’s crimes.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Maxwell’s meetings with Blanche took place in July at a Florida courthouse. She has since been transferred to a minimum-security prison in Texas.

💬KEY QUOTE: “She was asked about maybe about 100 different people. She answered questions about everybody and she didn’t hold anything back.” — David Oskar Markus, Maxwell’s attorney

🎯IMPACT: The handling of the Epstein Files and the call for transparency have drawn bipartisan attention, with survivors urging the release of grand jury transcripts to expose the full scope of Epstein and Maxwell’s crimes.

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Ghislaine Maxwell, serving a 20-year sentence for her role in deceased pedophile Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking scheme, met with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche in July at a Florida courthouse. Sources close to the matter have revealed that during the course of the discussions, Maxwell informed Blanche that she had never witnessed President Donald J. Trump engage in any activities or behavior that would raise concern and that she was unaware of anything regarding Epstein that would be harmful to the America First leader. According to her attorney, David Oskar Markus, Maxwell answered questions about approximately 100 individuals and did not invoke privilege during the discussions.

The Trump administration has faced growing scrutiny over its handling of the alleged “Epstein Files.” To address transparency concerns, Attorney General Pam Bondi has requested the unsealing of grand jury transcripts related to Maxwell and Epstein’s cases. However, Maxwell’s lawyers oppose the move, arguing that releasing the transcripts would cause reputational harm and potentially influence future legal proceedings as she appeals her conviction to the U.S. Supreme Court.

When asked about Maxwell’s recent transfer to a minimum-security prison in Texas, President Trump said he had no involvement, stating, “I didn’t know about it at all. I read about it just like you did.” Trump has also denied any wrongdoing in connection with Epstein. Their friendship reportedly ended in the mid-2000s.

Survivors of Epstein’s crimes, including Annie Farmer, have called for the release of the grand jury transcripts, with redactions to protect victims. Farmer’s attorneys emphasized the importance of understanding the full extent of Epstein and Maxwell’s crimes, stating, “Given the magnitude and abhorrence of Epstein and Maxwell’s crimes, unsealing the grand jury transcripts is not just appropriate, it is necessary.” The Justice Department (DOJ) has acknowledged that much of the information in the transcripts is already public, though certain identities remain protected.

The National Pulse Editor-in-Chief Raheem Kassam previously raised the possibility that Maxwell’s attorneys are actively working to foment controversy around Epstein, President Trump, and the alleged client list as a ploy to secure freedom for their client. “I predicted this weeks ago, and non-practitioner, hyper-online, nouveau-MAGA internet idiots claimed I was insane. Turns out I’m just always right,” Kassam wrote on X (formerly Twitter), responding to the revelation that Maxwell’s lawyers are pushing Deputy U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche for a presidential pardon.

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Crime
News

Dershowitz Says All Epstein Material Should Come Out and Trump Should ‘Lead The Campaign.’

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Former Epstein lawyer Alan Dershowitz criticized the credibility of Jeffrey Epstein’s accusers and called for the release of Epstein-related files, suggesting President Donald J. Trump should lead the effort.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Alan Dershowitz, Jeffrey Epstein, Virginia Giuffre, Ghislaine Maxwell, President Donald Trump, and former President Bill Clinton.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Comments made by Dershowitz aired Tuesday on NewsNation’s Cuomo.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Everything should come out and the president should lead the campaign and start tomorrow, saying, ‘I’m ordering my attorney general to go in front of every judge, seek everything out there.” – Alan Dershowitz

🎯IMPACT: Renewed calls for transparency over Epstein files and scrutiny of high-profile connections.

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During an appearance on NewsNation’s Cuomo, attorney Alan Dershowitz, who previously represented convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein, pushed back against allegations from several of Epstein’s accusers and called for the release of all files associated with Epstein. The retired Harvard Law School professor went so far as to suggest President Donald J. Trump should “lead the campaign and start tomorrow.”

Dershowitz insisted many of the claims against Epstein were fabricated, stating they were “all made up,” and dismissed the evidence of sex trafficking involving powerful men as “not credible.”

“I wish there were a client list. My fondest wish is that there were a client list ’cause I wouldn’t be on it. I wasn’t his client, I was his lawyer. He was my client,” Dershowitz said, refuting speculation about a supposed list of high-profile individuals connected to Epstein. He continued, “There was no client list. Only two people testified that they were trafficked. Both of them have been found to be complete liars.”

“So there’s no credible evidence basically about clients or about being passed around to people. That’s just all made up! And you know, I challenge anybody to come up with any testimony to the contrary of that,” he added.

Dershowitz advocated for the public release of files related to Epstein’s case, suggesting that sensitive information about victims could be redacted to preserve their privacy. He argued this would allow people to independently evaluate the credibility of the allegations. “Everything should come out and the president should lead the campaign and start tomorrow, saying, ‘I’m ordering my attorney general to go in front of every judge, seek everything out there,’” he said.

Addressing Epstein’s ties to former President Bill Clinton, Dershowitz acknowledged, “I can testify that Bill Clinton knew Jeffrey Epstein,” but added, “there was nothing in the files that suggests that he did anything wrong, that he was ever on the island, or that he ever had anything or did anything improper.”

Despite his own name appearing on Epstein’s flight logs, Dershowitz has long denied wrongdoing. He has admitted to receiving a massage at Epstein’s residence but described it as “therapeutic,” claiming it was performed by “an old Russian” while he remained fully clothed.

Dershowitz has also continued to defend Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s former associate, who is serving a 20-year prison sentence for sex trafficking a minor. He recently called for her release. Maxwell has been speaking with the Department of Justice (DOJ), with some speculation that she is looking for a pardon from President Donald J. Trump.

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War

Trump Hails ‘Highly Productive’ Witkoff-Putin Meeting.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: President Donald Trump announced a “highly productive meeting” between his special envoy and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Donald Trump, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The announcement was made Wednesday, following the meeting between Witkoff and Putin.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Great progress was made! Afterwards, I updated some of our European Allies. Everyone agrees this War must come to a close, and we will work towards that in the days and weeks to come.” – Donald Trump

🎯IMPACT: The meeting signals potential diplomatic progress on ending the Ukraine War, though no specific compromises were mentioned.

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President Donald J. Trump praised what he called a “highly productive meeting” between his special envoy Steve Witkoff and Russian President Vladimir Putin, as part of an effort to broker an end to the war in Ukraine.

“My Special Envoy, Steve Witkoff, just had a highly productive meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Great progress was made! Afterwards, I updated some of our European Allies. Everyone agrees this War must come to a close, and we will work towards that in the days and weeks to come,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.

In addition, Trump announced 50 percent tariffs on Indian exports to the U.S., citing India’s continued purchases of Russian oil. The move is part of a broader strategy aimed at economically pressuring countries that maintain close energy ties with Moscow. India has sharply criticized the tariffs, calling them “unfair” and warning they could affect billions in trade.

Witkoff’s meeting with Putin, reportedly held in Moscow, lasted several hours and was described by the Kremlin as “useful and constructive.” Russian state media reported that messages were exchanged between the two leaders, but no concrete agreement has been made public. A ceasefire proposal reportedly remains under discussion, with a U.S.-imposed deadline for progress expected by the end of the week.

The meeting comes amid ongoing fighting in Ukraine, where Russian forces continue to target infrastructure with missile and drone attacks. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has reaffirmed his commitment to defending territory and has said any peace deal must be based on a full Russian withdrawal.

Recent battlefield developments have tilted in Russia’s favor, with gains reported in eastern Ukraine. These advances may be weakening Moscow’s interest in a quick diplomatic resolution.

Reports have surfaced that Russia may consider a partial halt to airstrikes as a show of goodwill, though there is no confirmation that such a step will be taken.

Meanwhile, India remains one of the largest buyers of Russian oil, with imports making up over a third of its crude supply. The Trump administration’s tariff decision marks a significant shift in trade relations, as U.S. officials warn that further measures could follow if Russia resists ceasefire talks.

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Muslim Passenger Threatens to Rape, Set Light to Air Hostess.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A wealthy recruitment boss, Salman Iftikhar, was sentenced to 15 months in jail after threatening a Virgin Atlantic stewardess with gang rape and arson during a flight.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Salman Iftikhar, Virgin Atlantic stewardess Angie Walsh, and other cabin crew members.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The incident occurred on a flight from London Heathrow to Lahore, with Iftikhar arrested at his home in Buckinghamshire on March 16, 2024. He was sentenced to prison in August 2025.

💬KEY QUOTE: “I was abused for eight hours and 15 minutes. It has broken me. I was doing everything in my power to protect passengers and the crew from him.” – Angie Walsh

🎯IMPACT: Angie Walsh took 14 months off work, citing trauma, while Iftikhar faced legal consequences for his actions.

IN FULL

A 37-year-old Muslim recruitment firm director in the UK has been sentenced to 15 months in jail after an unhinged rant aboard an airplane in which he threatened to gang rape a stewardess and set her on fire. Salman Iftikhar was jailed after a series of abusive and threatening actions against Virgin Atlantic cabin crew during an eight-hour flight from London Heathrow to Lahore. The incident occurred while Iftikhar, who had been drinking champagne, was traveling in first class with his wife and three children.

Prosecutors revealed that Iftikhar directed a tirade of abuse at stewardess Angie Walsh, including threats to gang rape and set her alight. He also hurled racist insults and made death threats, leaving Walsh “broken” and “traumatized.” At one point, Iftikhar threatened to blow up the floor of the Avari Lahore Hotel, where the cabin crew was scheduled to stay, and made specific references to room numbers.

The situation unfolded in front of Iftikhar’s family, including his crying children, who pleaded for him to stop. Despite intervention attempts by the crew and even the pilot, Iftikhar’s behavior escalated. Upon landing, no immediate action was taken in Pakistan, but Iftikhar was later arrested at his home in Buckinghamshire over a year after the incident.

Angie Walsh, a 37-year veteran of Virgin Atlantic, described the ordeal as life-changing: “I was abused for eight hours and 15 minutes. It has broken me. I was doing everything in my power to protect passengers and the crew from him.” She also noted that the incident forced her to take 14 months off work due to trauma, though she has since returned to her role.

Recorder Annabel Darlow KC, in sentencing Iftikhar, highlighted the severity of his actions, particularly the impact on his children and the long-lasting trauma inflicted on Walsh. Virgin Atlantic praised Walsh and the cabin crew for their professionalism and bravery, affirming their zero-tolerance policy toward disruptive behavior. A spokesman stated, “We will always work closely with the relevant authorities and will not hesitate to seek prosecution for those individuals that cause disruption onboard through unacceptable behavior.”

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Media
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The Wall Street Journal’s Trump-Epstein Story is Already One of Its Most Read Ever.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) published an article alleging that President Donald J. Trump sent a lewd birthday letter to Jeffrey Epstein in 2003, which Trump has called “fake” and is suing over. Since its publication, the story has become one of the WSJ’s best-performing articles in modern history.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Donald J. Trump, Jeffrey Epstein, WSJ reporters Khadeeja Safdar and Joe Palazzolo, and WSJ Editor-in-Chief Emma Tucker.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The article was published on July 17 by the Wall Street Journal, and the alleged letter dates back to 2003.

💬KEY QUOTE: “A pal is a wonderful thing. Happy Birthday – and may every day be another wonderful secret,” allegedly written in the letter.

🎯IMPACT: The article has become one of WSJ’s most-read pieces, while Trump’s lawsuit seeks $10 billion in damages for defamation.

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The Wall Street Journal’s report about a lewd birthday letter allegedly sent by President Donald J. Trump to convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein in 2003 has become one of the paper’s most-read articles of all time, according to internal data.

The July 17 piece, titled “Jeffrey Epstein’s Friends Sent Him Bawdy Letters for a 50th Birthday Album. One Was From Donald Trump,” has garnered 4.4 million page views and 3.3 million unique readers, making it one of the WSJ’s best-performing articles in its modern history.

The article, authored by Khadeeja Safdar and Joe Palazzolo, described a birthday letter allegedly written by Trump for Epstein. The letter reportedly included a hand-drawn outline of a naked woman and was signed “Donald,” with the signature placed to resemble pubic hair. It concluded with the message: “A pal is a wonderful thing. Happy Birthday – and may every day be another wonderful secret.”

President Trump has dismissed the letter as “fake” and filed a $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the Journal, its parent company, News Corp, owner Rupert Murdoch, and the reporters involved. Murdoch and News Group Newspapers recently lost a major lawsuit to Britain’s Prince Harry in January, being forced to pay an undisclosed but “substantial” amount over hacking Prince Harry’s phone.

Some claims indicate that Trump personally contacted WSJ Editor-in-Chief Emma Tucker, urging her to retract the article, which Tucker reportedly refused.

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Science

Did Tulsi Gabbard Just Reveal Aliens Exist?!

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Tulsi Gabbard revealed her belief in the existence of extraterrestrials but stated she must be careful about sharing classified information.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Tulsi Gabbard, Director of National Intelligence, and Pod Force One podcast host Miranda Devine.

📍WHEN & WHERE: August 2025, during an interview on the Pod Force One podcast.

💬KEY QUOTE: “We’re continuing to look for the truth and share that truth with the American people.” – Tulsi Gabbard

🎯IMPACT: Renewed focus on UFOs and UAPs as Congress pushes for transparency and declassification of related information.

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Tulsi Gabbard, the Director of National Intelligence, has stated that she believes extraterrestrial life exists. However, she emphasized the need to tread carefully when discussing classified intelligence. Gabbard made the comments during an appearance on the Pod Force One podcast hosted by Miranda Devine.

When asked directly if she believes in aliens, Gabbard replied, “I have my own views and opinions. In this role, I have to be careful with what I share.” She later confirmed her personal belief in the existence of extraterrestrials and unidentified flying objects (UFOs), also referred to as unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAPs).

UFOs and UAPs have been a subject of speculation and investigation for decades. Last year, the House Oversight Subcommittee on National Security, the Border, and Foreign Affairs held multiple hearings on the matter. Lawmakers from both parties have expressed interest in increasing transparency and declassifying information regarding UAPs.

Gabbard noted that while her office does not currently have concrete evidence that is ready to be disclosed, she remains committed to transparency. “We’re continuing to look for the truth and share that truth with the American people,” she said. She also mentioned unresolved questions regarding sightings of drones over New Jersey and other parts of the country, stating, “I just personally still have a lot of questions that are unanswered.”

The issue has gained additional attention following incidents like the Chinese spy balloon that traversed U.S. airspace in 2023. Gabbard confirmed the intelligence community holds classified information on the matter but declined to elaborate further. The balloon was eventually shot down, but the delay in action drew criticism of the Biden government’s handling of the situation.

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BREAKING: Fort Stewart Locked Down Amid Active Shooter Reports.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Fort Stewart in Georgia, the largest U.S. Army base east of the Mississippi, was placed under lockdown following reports of an active shooter.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: U.S. Army personnel, law enforcement, and emergency responders.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Fort Stewart, Georgia, on Wednesday. The incident occurred in the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team area.

💬KEY QUOTE: “We are keeping the victims, their families, and all those who answer the call to serve in our hearts and prayers.” – Governor Brian Kemp

🎯IMPACT: Casualties have been confirmed, and the lockdown has disrupted operations at the base, including schools and airfields.

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Fort Stewart, located in southeast Georgia near Hinesville, was placed under lockdown Wednesday after reports of an active shooter. The incident occurred in the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team area, with scanner traffic indicating “two separate incidents” and a potential second shooter in a different building.

Law enforcement and emergency responders are actively addressing the situation, and casualties have been confirmed. Personnel on the base have been instructed to shelter in place, lock windows and doors, and report accountability to leadership. The lockdown also extends to Wright and Evans Army Airfields as well as Fort Stewart schools.

Lt. Col. Angel Tomko confirmed the presence of an active shooter but noted that details on injuries are still being assessed. Fort Stewart, which spans over 280,000 acres, serves as the home of the U.S. Army’s 3rd Infantry Division and plays a vital role in training, mobilization, and deployment operations.

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp (R) expressed sorrow over the incident, stating, “Marty, the girls, and I are saddened by today’s tragedy at Ft. Stewart. We are keeping the victims, their families, and all those who answer the call to serve in our hearts and prayers, and we ask that Georgians do the same.”

Fort Stewart is not only a critical military installation but also a significant economic and community presence in the region, employing thousands of soldiers and civilians. The base includes schools, medical facilities, and recreational amenities, contributing to a self-sustaining community. Its strategic importance and history dating back to World War II make it a cornerstone of America’s defense infrastructure.

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5 hours ago
News

Russia Hoaxer Adam Schiff Under Criminal Investigation for Alleged Mortgage Fraud.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Senator Adam Schiff (D-CA) is under criminal investigation for possible mortgage fraud after a referral to the Department of Justice by the Federal Housing Finance Agency.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Senator Adam Schiff, the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Maryland, FHFA Director William Pulte, and Fannie Mae financial crimes investigators.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The investigation spans alleged fraudulent transactions from 2003-2019 involving properties in Maryland and California.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Adam Schiff said that his primary residence was in MARYLAND to get a cheaper mortgage and rip off America, when he must LIVE in CALIFORNIA because he was a Congressman from CALIFORNIA.” – Donald Trump

🎯IMPACT: Allegations of mortgage fraud could have significant legal and political consequences for Senator Schiff, and raise concerns about the stability of the U.S. mortgage market.

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The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Maryland is conducting a criminal investigation into Senator Adam Schiff (D-CA) for alleged mortgage fraud. The investigation follows a criminal referral made by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) to the Department of Justice (DOJ).

Schiff is accused of altering bank documents and property records in several cases to secure more favorable loan terms. Allegedly, Schiff claimed both his Burbank, California, and Maryland homes as his primary residences to obtain advantageous mortgage rates. The allegations span transactions from 2003 to 2019. Notably, under the former Biden government, mortgage rates for American homebuyers surged to their highest levels in several decades.

FHFA Director William Pulte stated, “Based on media reports, Mr. Adam B. Schiff has, in multiple instances, falsified bank documents and property records to acquire more favorable loan terms, impacting payments from 2003-2019 for a Potomac, Maryland-based property.” He added, “As regulator of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and the Federal Home Loan Banks, we take very seriously allegations of mortgage fraud or other criminal activity. Such misconduct jeopardizes the safety and soundness of FHFA’s regulated entities and the security and stability of the U.S. mortgage market.”

President Donald J. Trump commented on Truth Social, “Adam Schiff said that his primary residence was in MARYLAND to get a cheaper mortgage and rip off America, when he must LIVE in CALIFORNIA because he was a Congressman from CALIFORNIA. I always knew Adam Schiff was a Crook. The FRAUD began with the refinance of his Maryland property on February 6, 2009, and continued through multiple transactions until the Maryland property was correctly designated as a second home on October 13, 2020.”

Fannie Mae financial crimes investigators accused Schiff of engaging in “a sustained pattern of possible occupancy misrepresentation” in five different loans. Trump added, “Mortgage Fraud is very serious, and CROOKED Adam Schiff (now a Senator) needs to be brought to justice.”

The National Pulse reported in April that New York Attorney General Letitia James, a key figure in Democratic Party lawfare efforts against President Trump, could face jail time stemming from allegations she engaged in multiple instances of mortgage fraud and falsification of records. Meanwhile, Schiff has also been accused by the DOJ Inspector General (IG) of having leaked classified materials to the media to push the Russia hoax narrative against Trump during his first term in office.

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Crime

Former DOGE Staffer ‘Big Balls’ Violently Assaulted in D.C. While Trying to Stop Carjacking.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A former member of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) team was viciously assaulted by teens while attempting to stop a carjacking in Washington, D.C.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Edward “Big Balls” Coristine, President Donald J. Trump, Elon Musk, Capitol Police.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The incident occurred on August 3 at 3 AM in the Dupont Circle area of D.C.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Perhaps it should have been done a long time ago, then this incredible young man, and so many others, would not have had to go through the horrors of Violent Crime.” – President Donald J. Trump calling for tougher sentences for juvenile criminals

🎯IMPACT: The attack shows the ongoing criminality in the nation’s capital, renewing the possibility of President Trump federalising the city and placing it under federal government control.

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Edward Coristine, a former Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) staffer widely known by the nickname “Big Balls,” was reportedly assaulted by a group of about ten juveniles near Washington D.C.’s Dupont Circle around 3 AM on August 3. Police say Coristine, who the government still employs, was with a woman described in the report as his “significant other” when the confrontation occurred.

Two 15-year-olds were taken into custody while trying to flee the scene, police said. The attackers also allegedly stole a black iPhone 16 valued at approximately $1,000.

President Donald J. Trump posted an image of a shirtless and bloodied Coristine on his social media platform, Truth Social, following the incident. The photo, taken by DOGE colleague Marko Elez, shows Coristine with apparent blood on his face, torso, and pants. Trump used the post to renew his call for tougher sentencing laws for juveniles.

“Perhaps it should have been done a long time ago, then this incredible young man, and so many others, would not have had to go through the horrors of Violent Crime,” Trump wrote.

According to Coristine’s account to police, the group approached him and his companion outside his vehicle and made a comment indicating they intended to take it. He said he managed to get the woman into the car before the group turned violent.

Elon Musk, who previously led the DOGE initiative, commented on the incident in a post on X (formerly Twitter), offering his own version of events. “A gang of about a dozen young men tried to assault a woman in her car at night in DC,” Musk claimed. “A [DOGE] team member saw what was happening, ran to defend her and was severely beaten to the point of concussion, but he saved her.”

Coristine currently works at the Social Security Administration and has previously held influential roles within DOGE. His government service has included efforts to dismantle the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and roles in agencies like the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), where he contributed to initiatives such as Gold Cards.

Trump, who has often criticized crime levels in the nation’s capital, has long advocated for placing Washington, D.C. under federal control.

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History

Moses Ezekiel’s Historic Civil War Reconciliation Sculpture Returns to Arlington.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin and the Center of Military History reached an agreement to install Moses Jacob Ezekiel’s gravesite sculpture in Arlington National Cemetery.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Governor Glenn Youngkin, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Moses Jacob Ezekiel’s family, and the Center of Military History.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The return of the statue was announced late Tuesday, August 5, 20225. After a complete restoration, the statue will be displayed at Arlington National Cemetery in 2027.

💬KEY QUOTE: “We are grateful for the care being taken to preserve and display this statue, which allows us to better understand the complex history of the United States.” – Glenn Youngkin

🎯IMPACT: The statue’s return marks a step toward preserving historical context and reconciliation after years of controversial removals.

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An agreement between the United States Army Center of Military History and Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin (R) has been finalized to return Moses Jacob Ezekiel‘s gravesite sculpture—known as “The Reconciliation Monument”—to Arlington National Cemetery. The statue, which was removed and warehoused under the former Biden government, will be restored and displayed near the artist’s burial site as part of a 50-year loan from the Commonwealth of Virginia.

“I’m proud to announce that Moses Ezekiel’s beautiful and historic sculpture—often referred to as ‘The Reconciliation Monument’—will be rightfully be returned to Arlington National Cemetery near his burial site,” Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth wrote in a post on X (formerly Twitter) announcing the sculpture’s restoration. He added, “It never should have been taken down by woke lemmings. Unlike the Left, we don’t believe in erasing American history—we honor it.”

The sculpture, which was originally commissioned by President William McKinley and dedicated by President Woodrow Wilson, depicts the Roman goddess Virtus and commemorates the sacrifices of Ezekiel’s classmates from the Virginia Military Institute during the Civil War. It holds significant historical and artistic value, as Ezekiel was the first Jewish-American sculptor to achieve international acclaim.

“At the request of Moses Ezekiel’s family and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Moses Ezekiel’s sculpture will be returned to Arlington National Cemetery,” Governor Youngkin said. “We are grateful for the care being taken to preserve and display this statue, which allows us to better understand the complex history of the United States.” The statue’s removal in 2021 was part of a wave of actions targeting Confederate-linked memorials, which critics argue often lacked proper historical context.

The restoration and reinstallation of the 32-foot sculpture are expected to take approximately two years, with interpretive panels planned to provide a nuanced explanation of its history. The display will serve as a reminder of the nation’s complex journey toward reconciliation and unity, reflecting Ezekiel’s own inspiration from the biblical prophecy: “And they shall beat their swords into plowshares and their spears into pruning hooks.”

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Robert Mueller, Subpoenaed Over Russia Hoax, Living in ‘Memory-Care’ Facility, Report Claims.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Former Special Counsel Robert Mueller has reportedly been living in a memory-care facility, as House Oversight Chairman James Comer issued subpoenas to several political figures and officials connected to the ‘Russiagate’ investigation.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Robert Mueller, James Comey, Hillary Clinton, Bill Clinton, James Comer, Merrick Garland, and others subpoenaed by the House Oversight Committee.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Subpoenas were issued on August 5, 2025, with depositions scheduled for September and October 2025.

💬KEY QUOTE: “House Oversight Committee has subpoenaed Robert Mueller to appear for a Sept. 2 deposition to provide details from an FBI investigation of Jeffrey Epstein from decades ago — even though sources tell me Mueller has been living in a memory-care facility for the past few years,” said reporter Paul Sperry.

🎯IMPACT: The subpoenas could shed light on longstanding questions about Russiagate and other investigations, though Mueller’s health condition raises doubts about his ability to testify effectively.

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Robert Mueller, the former FBI Director and Special Counsel who led the investigation into alleged Trump-Russia collusion, is reportedly living in a memory-care facility. The news surfaced as House Oversight Chairman James Comer announced subpoenas targeting major political figures and officials involved in the Russiagate saga.

Comer revealed that subpoenas were issued to former President Bill Clinton, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, former FBI Director James Comey, and others. Mueller himself has been subpoenaed to appear for a deposition on September 2, 2025, to provide details on an old FBI investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.

Paul Sperry, a reporter for RealClearInvestigations, stated, “House Oversight Committee has subpoenaed Robert Mueller to appear for a Sept. 2 deposition to provide details from an FBI investigation of Jeffrey Epstein from decades ago — even though sources tell me Mueller has been living in a memory-care facility for the past few years.”

The subpoenas are part of a broader effort by the House Oversight Committee to examine the origins and conduct of the Russiagate investigation, which critics have long argued was politically motivated. Mueller’s health condition, however, raises questions about his ability to contribute to the inquiry.

Mueller’s appearance during his 2019 congressional testimony was widely criticized, with observers noting his apparent confusion and reliance on notes. Many have since questioned the extent of his involvement in leading the investigation, suggesting he may have been a figurehead for others driving the probe.

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