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1 hour ago
Culture
News
Politics

Dem Socialist Candidate Francesca Hong Calls for Cancellation of Christmas, Thanksgiving, July 4.

Posts by far-left gubernatorial candidate Francesca Hong (D-WI) attacking various traditional American holidays, such as Thanksgiving and Christmas, have resurfaced and drawn widespread backlash and criticism.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: Francesca Hong, a Democrat state representative in Wisconsin and member of the far-left Democratic Socialists of America, criticized Christmas, Thanksgiving, Valentine’s Day, and Independence Day celebrations.
📺 DETAIL: In previous X (formerly Twitter) posts, Hong called to “Cancel Thanksgiving,” claiming it celebrates “colonialism,” and expressed disdain for fireworks associated with Independence Day. Hong called Valentine’s Day “another day capitalism tells you how to show love” and felt “attacked” by an office computer background display celebrating Christmas. During an interview with CNN, when questioned about her past comments, Hong replied: “Thanksgiving is also a time that’s incredibly painful for many people in our communities.” The posts resurfaced ahead of her state’s Democrat primary for the upcoming gubernatorial race. The primary is scheduled to take place on August 11, and the gubernatorial race is scheduled for November 3.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “Should have done this in 1621. If it takes a worldwide pandemic for us to realize we should stop celebrating colonialism and the original superspreader event that killed Indegenous folx [sic] and women so be it.” – Francesca Hong (D-WI) on canceling Thanksgiving
🎯 IMPACT: Hong’s posts underscore the anti-American and anti-Christian sentiments on the far left. The resurfaced posts could pose challenges for Hong as she will have to appeal to a broad electorate in a swing state should she emerge triumphant in the upcoming Democrat primary. If she succeeds, she will face off against Representative Tom Tiffany (R-WI). The fact that Hong is competitive for the nomination further underscores the leftward shift of the Democrats on social policy and cultural matters, despite the growing body of research that shows such a shift contributed to the party’s loss in the 2024 Presidential election.
📺 FLASHBACK: Hong’s resurfaced comments coincide with Abdul El-Sayed’s victory in Michigan. El-Sayed, a far-left Democrat, narrowly defeated Representative Haley Stevens in the state’s Democrat Senate primary. El-Sayed was backed by Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY).

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13 minutes ago
Culture
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Court Upholds Florida Ban on ‘Lewd’ Drag Shows for Children.

A federal appeals court has upheld Florida’s law restricting children from attending sexualized drag performances, marking a significant legal victory for child protection advocates.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: A federal appeals court has upheld Florida‘s 2023 Protection of Children Act, ruling 8-5 that the state can prohibit minors from attending adult live performances deemed obscene for children, including certain sexualized drag shows. The full 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals overturned both a lower court injunction and an earlier three-judge panel decision that had blocked enforcement of the law after Orlando’s Hamburger Mary’s Restaurant and Bar challenged it.
📺 DETAIL: Writing for the majority, U.S. Circuit Judge Andrew Brasher said the law constitutionally advances Florida’s interest in protecting minors from obscene performances, emphasizing that the Constitution does not protect obscenity. The law defines prohibited performances as those depicting or simulating nudity, sexual conduct, lewd behavior, or the lewd display of prosthetic or imitation genitals or breasts, and makes it a misdemeanor to knowingly admit a child to such events, carrying penalties of up to one year in jail and a $10,000 fine. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier welcomed the ruling, calling it a major victory after three years of litigation. In a dissent joined by four judges, U.S. Circuit Judge Robin Rosenbaum argued the law was designed to discourage drag performances and could chill constitutionally protected speech.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “Preventing children from attending adult live performances obscene for them is rationally related to Florida’s interest in safeguarding the well-being of minors.” – Judge Andrew Brasher, writing for the majority
🎯 IMPACT: Florida joins Arkansas, North Dakota, Tennessee, and Texas in banning minors from adult live performances, setting a precedent for other states aiming to shield children from explicit content. The ruling reinforces the state’s ability to regulate obscenity while dismissing concerns that the law infringes on First Amendment rights.

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43 minutes ago
Crime
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Trump DOJ Charges Five Mexican Cartel Leaders.

The Department of Justice has announced sweeping actions against the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) for drug trafficking and defrauding elderly Americans in a sophisticated timeshare scam.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced indictments against members of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) for crimes including drug trafficking, weapons offenses, and a timeshare fraud scheme targeting elderly Americans. The cartel is accused of distributing deadly drugs like fentanyl and defrauding over 6,000 Americans of $400 million through fake timeshare deals, leaving many elderly victims financially devastated.
📺 DETAIL: Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche highlighted the cartel’s use of violence and fear to maintain control over drug distribution networks and described their fraudulent schemes as preying on vulnerable seniors. The scam involved fake promises of profits from timeshare sales, followed by demands for advance fees and threats of arrest. One 83-year-old victim lost hundreds of thousands of dollars over eight years. The DOJ worked with multiple federal agencies, including the FBI, DEA, and Homeland Security, to execute over 30 international transfers of custody and seize funds for victim restitution.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “I’m here to tell you today, for all these individuals that are on the run right now, you will not be on the run for long. We will hunt you down in every corner of the planet, and we will return you here to face American justice.” – FBI Director Kash Patel
🎯 IMPACT: The DOJ’s actions aim to dismantle the CJNG’s operations, reduce drug-related deaths, and recover stolen funds for victims. Trump administration officials have noted a 22 percent drop in fentanyl overdose deaths, attributing it to increased enforcement. Rewards totaling $100 million have been offered for information leading to the arrest of cartel leaders, signaling a strong commitment to combating cartel violence and fraud.
📺 FLASHBACK: CJNG has been described as one of the world’s most dangerous cartels, known for its violent tactics and deep entrenchment in Mexico’s government. The group has been linked to thousands of American deaths due to its role in the fentanyl epidemic.

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4 hours ago
Health
News

Senate Approves CDC Chief Amid Diarrhea Parasite Crisis.

Dr. Erica Schwartz has been confirmed as the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) amid the Cyclospora outbreak and disputes over vaccine policy.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: The United States Senate has confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the new Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in a party-line vote.
📺 DETAIL: Dr. Schwartz, who served as Deputy Surgeon General during President Donald J. Trump’s first term, faced questioning from the Senate’s Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee. In response to questions regarding how she would respond to supposedly politically motivated orders, Dr. Schwartz said: “The Secretary [of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.] will absolutely allow me to be CDC director.” The Senate’s questioning concluded with Dr. Schwartz being appointed. “I’m confident that she knows what she is doing and will stand against those who do not,” said Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Chairman of the HELP Committee.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “You can be CDC director and just take orders… We need a CDC director that will actually stand up to crazy, stupid things being said that undermine faith in immunization.” – Sen. Bill Cassidy.
🎯 IMPACT: Dr. Schwartz’s appointment as Director of the CDC coincides with an outbreak of Cyclospora, a parasite that causes severe diarrhea. The spread of the parasite has been linked to contaminated lettuce. Her appointment also coincides with ongoing disputes over vaccine policy. The nature of her appointment demonstrates how even ostensibly apolitical roles can evoke deep partisan tensions, as exhibited by the fact that Dr. Schwartz did not receive a full confirmation vote. Dr. Schwartz is not the only person to be appointed to the role during this Congress. Her predecessor, Susan Monarez, served briefly as Director of the CDC before being removed following a reported disagreement with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
📺 FLASHBACK: Thus far, two Michigan residents have died from Cyclospora, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. The department also recorded 193 hospitalizations by the end of last month, far above the state’s typical annual 50 cases. Since the outbreak began, President Trump has threatened to impose tariffs on Mexico due to the parasite being linked to lettuce imports from the country.

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5 hours ago
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British Defence Sec Took Donations Linked to Sam Bankman-Fried.

British Defence Secretary Wes Streeting faces scrutiny over donations linked to infamous fraudster Sam Bankman-Fried.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: British Defence Secretary Wes Streeting reportedly accepted approximately $50,600 in donations from the Labour for the Long Term (LLT) think tank between 2022 and 2023, despite concerns within Labour over the group’s funding after its founder, David Lawrence, received a $675,000 gift from disgraced cryptocurrency entrepreneur Sam Bankman-Fried shortly before LLT made its first donation.
📰 DETAIL: Bankman-Fried, the former FTX chief executive, was sentenced to 25 years in prison after being convicted of stealing billions of dollars from customers, prompting questions over whether money linked to his fraud could have indirectly benefited British politicians. Lawrence denied that Bankman-Fried’s funds were used to support LLT or Streeting, claiming the cryptocurrency billionaire’s donation went to British charities and that LLT’s contributions came from other Britain-based donors. Streeting’s office said it conducted due diligence, reviewed LLT’s donor list before accepting the money, found no indication of any connection to Bankman-Fried, and that all donations were properly declared under electoral rules. The report also highlights longstanding concerns over unincorporated associations, which can legally accept funding without publicly disclosing all donors, a loophole the Electoral Commission has urged Parliament to close.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “The Defence Secretary has serious questions to answer. He must immediately come clean about the source of his donations and any possible connections with the disgraced crook Sam Bankman-Fried.” – Alex Burghart, Shadow Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster

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6 hours ago
Immigration
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ICE Presses Sanctuary Sheriffs to Hand Over Criminal Illegals or Face Prosecution.

Federal immigration officials are threatening legal action against sheriffs in Minneapolis and Chicago for not cooperating with ICE detainer requests.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: Federal officials have warned two Democrat county sheriffs that they could face criminal charges for refusing to give immigration agents broad access to inmates subject to deportation, escalating the Trump administration’s campaign against so-called “sanctuary” jurisdictions.
📰 DETAIL: Letters delivered in early July to Hennepin County, Minnesota, Sheriff Dawanna Witt and Cook County, Illinois, Sheriff Tom Dart stated that failing to transfer inmates requested by immigration authorities could result in federal witness tampering charges. The Justice Department has increasingly targeted state and local governments that decline to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement as part of President Donald J. Trump‘s mass deportation agenda. Federal judges in both Illinois and Minnesota have previously dismissed lawsuits against Witt and Dart, ruling that the Constitution allows states and local governments to decline participation in federal immigration enforcement.
🎯 IMPACT: The threats highlight the ongoing tension between federal immigration enforcement and local jurisdictions that choose not to cooperate fully with ICE.
👀 FLASHBACK: This conflict is part of a broader pattern of legal and political battles over sanctuary policies, which have been a contentious issue since President Donald J. Trump returned to office in 2025 and began pushing for expanded immigration enforcement.

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7 hours ago
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Politics
UK

Top Aide to Prime Minister Andy Burnham Called President Trump a ‘Fascist.’

Kevin Lee, the closest and longest-serving political advisor to new Prime Minister Andy Burnham, called President Donald J. Trump “a fascist” and the worst President ever in posts unearthed by The National Pulse.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: One of Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s closest aides called President Donald J. Trump a “fascist” and blamed him for January 6.
📺 DETAIL: Kevin Lee has served as a political aide to British Prime Minister Andy Burnham for more than 15 years. Lee worked under Burnham during the latter’s failed bids for the Labour Party leadership in 2010 and 2015, as well as serving under Burnham while he was a Shadow Cabinet member. Lee was appointed Director of the Mayor’s Office when Burnham was elected Mayor of Greater Manchester in 2017. Lee advised Burnham throughout the Makerfield by-election. Since Burnham became Prime Minister earlier this month, Lee has been appointed as Special Advisor at Number 10 North, which was created by Prime Minister Burnham as a regional office of Number 10 Downing Street, the Prime Minister’s official residence in London. Lee is widely seen as the new Prime Minister’s closest and longest-serving advisor. On January 6, 2021, Lee described President Trump as a “fascist” in a post suggesting that the President had incited Jan. 6. Specifically, Lee posted on X (formerly Twitter): “Terrible scenes from the US. @realDonaldTrump proving what many of us believed, he is a fascist. For the millions of democrats (and the Democrats) in the US, we stand with you. #democracy #Biden.” The year prior, on November 6, 2020, Lee posted: “@SkyNews reporting that @realDonaldTrump is in an ‘awful mood’ – bloody good! Now he knows how he’s made the rest of us feel for the last awful 4 years of the worst Presidency ever. Goodbye Don and good riddance. #byebyeTrump.”
💬 KEY QUOTE: “Terrible scenes from the US. @realDonaldTrump proving what many of us believed, he is a fascist. For the millions of democrats (and the Democrats) in the US, we stand with you. #democracy #Biden.” — Kevin Lee, Special Advisor to Prime Minister Andy Burnham
🎯 IMPACT: This represents another example of a close advisor to the new British Prime Minister being extremely anti-Trump. Lee’s posts echo similar comments made by Matthew McGregor, the Prime Minister’s Head of Strategy at Number 10. McGregor also described President Trump as a fascist, Specifically, McGregor described the President as having “fascist tendencies.” Lee’s post attributing blame for January 6 to President Trump reflects a narrative pushed by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), Britain’s public broadcaster. The BBC edited footage of a speech the President gave on January 6 to make it look like he had directly incited the breach of the United States Capitol. The scandal led to the resignations of former BBC Director-General Tim Davie and CEO of BBC News Deborah Turness.

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8 hours ago
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Politics
UK

New UK Foreign Sec Ducks Questions on Smearing Trump as an ‘Idiot, Racist, and Misogynist.’

The United Kingdom’s Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband was pressed on his past comments about President Donald J. Trump ahead of his meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband avoided a question asking whether he still views President Donald J. Trump as an “idiot, a racist and a misogynist” in a meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
📺 DETAIL: The meeting between Foreign Secretary Miliband and Secretary of State Rubio took place in Washington, D.C., following a previous meeting between the two during a summit in the Philippines. Miliband was asked by reporters whether he still viewed President Trump as an “idiot, a racist and a misogynist.” Miliband also described the President as “a racist, misogynistic, self-confessed groper” in 2016. The Foreign Secretary did not provide an answer. Instead, he replied: “We are looking forward to our meeting.” The meeting between the two will also include discussions on reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to stabilize global energy markets, as well as addressing the Ukraine war and the war in Gaza.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “I am greatly looking forward to my second meeting with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, in which we will discuss the ongoing work to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and secure a lasting ceasefire, which is essential to ease cost-of-living pressures on British families,” said Miliband ahead of the meeting.
🎯 IMPACT: Miliband’s past comments are not insignificant, especially since the Foreign Secretary himself has repeatedly conceded that the United Kingdom’s relationship with the United States is vital. The Trump administration expressed concerns about new Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s decision to appoint Miliband as Foreign Secretary. “The Trump administration took the extraordinary step of warning the new Prime Minister that the United States would view the appointment of ‘red diaper’ baby and self-described socialist Ed Miliband as very injurious to the ‘special relationship’,” said War Room host Stephen K. Bannon nearer the time. Miliband, known as “Red Ed” in Britain, was heavily criticized for his dogmatic support for net zero ideology while serving as Energy Secretary, despite Britain’s extremely high energy prices. This suggests that Miliband must prove to the Trump administration that his views have changed and that he’s willing to be a productive partner.

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9 hours ago
News
Politics

Far-Left Abdul El-Sayed Clinches Michigan Senate Primary.

Far-left Abdul El-Sayed’s victory in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary sets the stage for a high-stakes general election against Republican Mike Rogers in a race critical to Senate control.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: Abdul El-Sayed narrowly defeated Representative Haley Stevens in Michigan‘s Democratic U.S. Senate primary, handing the party’s left wing a major victory in one of the nation’s most closely watched battleground races. Backed by Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), El-Sayed campaigned on “Medicare for All,” ending U.S. military aid to Israel, and sweeping campaign finance reforms, while portraying himself as an anti-establishment alternative to Democratic insiders.
📺 DETAIL: Stevens, who was supported by retiring Sen. Gary Peters and benefited from more than $50 million in outside spending, including over $30 million from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and its affiliates, conceded the race and pledged to support El-Sayed in November. Republicans have already rallied behind former Congressman Mike Rogers, who ran unopposed in the GOP primary and is expected to make the race one of the most competitive Senate contests in the country. Democrats view the Michigan seat as essential to any chance of reclaiming control of the Senate during President Donald J. Trump‘s final two years in office. El-Sayed urged Democrats to unite after the contentious primary, saying the party must come together to prevent Rogers from winning the seat. Earlier this year, El-Sayed refused to comment on the killing of Grand Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as a leaked audio revealed he was concerned with upsetting Muslims in Dearborn who might admire the slain Iranian Supreme Leader.
🎯 IMPACT: The general election between El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers, a former congressman who ran unopposed for the GOP nomination, is expected to be one of the most closely watched races in the country. Control of the Senate could potentially hinge on this seat, making it a must-win for Democrats. Republicans have already allocated significant resources to support Rogers in the general election.

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9 hours ago
Crime
News
UK

Police to Take Andy Burnham to Court Over Plan to Release Cop Killers Early.

Police officers from across the United Kingdom have vowed to take legal action against the Labour government to prevent the early release of two men convicted of the death of a police officer.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: British police officers have announced their intention to take legal action against Prime Minister Andy Burnham if Police Constable Andrew Harper’s killers are released early by the government.
📺 DETAIL: The Police Federation, representing rank and file police officers, has vowed to take the British government to court if PC Harper’s killers are freed under its early release scheme. PC Harper, a 28-year-old police officer, was killed in 2019 while responding to a theft in Berkshire, England. Harper was caught in a strap attached to a fleeing vehicle and dragged to death. PC Harper’s killers, Jessie Cole and Albert Bowers, who were sentenced to just 13 years in prison, would be eligible for early release under the government’s scheme, which includes those convicted of manslaughter, among other crimes. A petition launched by the Police Federation against the release of PC Harper’s killers has already garnered over 100,000 signatures. Aileen O’Connor, chairwoman of the Police Federation, warned that police officers would “not forget the Government’s inexplicable and unforgivable decision” and that the Federation would “throw everything at this through a proper legal challenge.” He added: “It is a final betrayal from the politicians, who are supposed to be on our side.”
💬 KEY QUOTE: “We will do what we have to do to protect Andrew Harper’s legacy and other victims up and down the country who don’t have a platform to put their points across.” – Aileen O’Connor
🎯 IMPACT: The decision to release the killers of PC Harper has sparked outrage among police officers, PC Harper’s family, and the public. The episode is being viewed as evidence that the Labour Party is inclined to side with criminals over law-abiding citizens and police officers. This scandal comes just a few weeks into new Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s premiership, representing one of his first major challenges alongside the country’s ongoing illegal migration crisis.

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10 hours ago
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Religion

Indian Government Moves to Seize Christian Churches.

Proposed legislation in India could allow government control over religious organizations receiving funding from overseas, sparking international and domestic backlash.

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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: India’s government is facing criticism over proposed changes to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), with opponents saying they could allow authorities to take control of Christian churches and other religious organizations if their FCRA registrations are canceled. The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill would create a “Designated Authority” to manage foreign-funded assets of organizations that lose their registrations, while requiring that any place of worship retain its religious character.
📺 DETAIL: U.S. Republican Congressman Riley Moore (R-WV) called the proposal a “clear attack against Christians,” warning it could become a major issue in U.S.-India relations if enacted. The legislation would also reduce the maximum penalty for FCRA violations from five years in prison to one year. Indian lawmakers rejected Moore’s comments, arguing that the legislation is a domestic matter and criticizing foreign intervention. The Indian government is expected to introduce the amendment in the Lok Sabha (House of the People) next week. According to the Ministry of Home Affairs, 13,520 organizations received about $5.8 million in foreign funding between 2019 and 2022, while the FCRA portal lists 14,449 active certificates, 22,498 canceled registrations, and 15,212 expired certificates. India has a history of anti-Christian hatred, with recent reports expressing concern over growing numbers of attacks, which have increased 500 percent over the last decade, combined with a weak response from the majority-Hindu government.
💬 KEY QUOTE: “This is a clear attack against Christians. If this bill proceeds in this way, it would be a point of major concern in our bilateral relationship with India.” – Congressman Riley Moore

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