GET THE APP
Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Category: Election 2024

Border Invasion
October 25, 2024
Wake Up Right
Economy
Election 2024
Immigration

Illegal Migration Cost Americans $150 BILLION in 2023.

Illegal aliens cost American taxpayers over $150 billion in 2023, according to a new report.

The details: The report, conducted by the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR), found that federal, state, and local governments spent $182 billion on services for illegal aliens in 2023, like education, law enforcement, and medical services.

  • That is only offset by the $32 billion in tax revenue the illegals generate.
  • This leaves U.S. taxpayers on the hook for the remaining $150 billion.

For perspective, $150 billion is more than twice the Department of Homeland Security’s annual budget.

Zoom out: Jodey Arrington, Chairman of the House Budget Committee, says the $150 billion figure is a “conservative estimate.”

The impact: According to FAIR, the Biden-Harris regime spent $67 billion, and the remaining funds were paid by state and local governments, leading to major cutbacks in services to American residents. For example:

  • Denver had to slash $45 million from its budget, including $8.4 million for police and $2.5 million for fire services, to cover the $90 million it earmarked for illegal alien support.
  • NYC has had to spend $2.3 billion on providing services to the 210,000 illegals who have settled there since 2022.

What do Americans think? A recent poll found that 54 percent support mass deportation of illegal aliens—an idea that was taboo just a few years ago.

Big picture: Kamala Harris recently told Telemundo that she supports a “pathway to citizenship” for the millions of illegal aliens currently in the country.

Be sure to subscribe to the Wake Up Right newsletter! 

show less
Illegal aliens cost American taxpayers over $150 billion in 2023, according to a new report. show more
October 25, 2024
Election 2024
Election Integrity

More Non-Citizen Voters Indicted.

Grand jurors have indicted six foreign nationals accused of voting illegally in Ohio. Ahmed Aden, 35, from Columbus, along with Nicholas Fontaine, 32, of Kent; Van Thuy Cooper, 53, of Hilliard; Maria Dearaujo, 62, of Columbus; Ramesh Patel, 68, of North Royalton; and Lorinda Miller, 78, of Hudson, face accusations of voting despite being noncitizens between 2008 and 2020.

The defendants stand charged under Ohio’s illegal voting law, which prohibits individuals from voting without legal citizen qualifications or voting more than once in a single election. Illegal voting is classified as a fourth-degree felony, potentially leading to an 18-month prison sentence. “If you’re not a citizen, it is illegal to vote whether you thought you were allowed to or not, and you will be held accountable in the state of Ohio,” warned Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost.

Yost’s office intervened following referrals from Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose, who, in August, brought attention to 138 cases of alleged illegal voting. Yost’s office focused on noncitizen cases, with special state prosecutors leading the investigations.

Federal law mandates that only American citizens can vote in federal elections. Still, the fact that people are not generally required to present proof of citizenship when registering to vote—or to present photographic identification when voting in person—has allowed noncitizens to circumvent the law sufficiently to change the outcome of elections.

The vast majority of Americans want proof of citizenship and photo ID requirements to be introduced, but the Democrats—who benefit disproportionately from noncitizens voting illegally—are bitterly opposed to such safeguards.

show less
Grand jurors have indicted six foreign nationals accused of voting illegally in Ohio. Ahmed Aden, 35, from Columbus, along with Nicholas Fontaine, 32, of Kent; Van Thuy Cooper, 53, of Hilliard; Maria Dearaujo, 62, of Columbus; Ramesh Patel, 68, of North Royalton; and Lorinda Miller, 78, of Hudson, face accusations of voting despite being noncitizens between 2008 and 2020. show more
October 25, 2024
Election 2024
Election Integrity

Probe Launched into Stolen and Fraudulently Cast Mail-In Ballots.

Local election officials in Mesa County, Colorado, have initiated an investigation following the discovery of at least 12 stolen mail-in ballots for the 2024 election, with some counted as valid votes. On Tuesday, officials in this predominantly Republican county identified the issue through signature verification processes. One particular ballot raised suspicion when a voter tracking their ballot found it had been cast despite the fact they never received it.

Mesa County Clerk and Recorder Bobbie Gross, a Republican, stated that the office is dedicated to maintaining election integrity and is actively investigating the fraud attempt. According to state officials, three ballots were accepted as legitimate votes and cannot be invalidated, but the voters can submit another ballot. It has been acknowledged that the signature verification system flagged these ballots, yet an election judge—now reassigned—approved them.

Jena Griswold—Colorado’s Secretary of State and a Democrat—admitted that counting these ballots was regrettable but insisted the state’s election system functioned as intended. Officials did not disclose which candidates were marked on the affected ballots.

Currently, over 27,000 votes have been counted in Mesa County, a region where former President Donald J. Trump secured a significant victory in 2020.

show less
Local election officials in Mesa County, Colorado, have initiated an investigation following the discovery of at least 12 stolen mail-in ballots for the 2024 election, with some counted as valid votes. On Tuesday, officials in this predominantly Republican county identified the issue through signature verification processes. One particular ballot raised suspicion when a voter tracking their ballot found it had been cast despite the fact they never received it. show more
October 24, 2024
Jack Montgomery
Data
Election 2024
Election Integrity

Overwhelming Majority of Americans Want Photo ID, Proof of Citizenship for Voting.

As the presidential election approaches, Gallup polling indicates strong support among American adults for requiring voters to prove their citizenship and show vote identification. An overwhelming 84 percent want to require voters to show photo ID to cast their ballots, and 83 percent support a proof of citizenship requirement for first-time voter registration.

The poll reveals partisan differences in attitudes toward election integrity. Democrats are more inclined to support measures that making voting easier—and more open to fraud—such as early voting and automatic registration. Republicans support ID and proof of citizenship more strongly, and their support for early voting has fallen noticeably since 2016.

Currently, 47 states plus the District of Columbia offer early voting, and 36 states require some form of voter identification. All states provide voter registration at motor vehicle agencies, as federal law mandates. Around half of states have adopted automatic voter registration systems.

The Republican-controlled House recently passed a bill requiring citizenship proof for voter registration, but the Democrat-controlled Senate is declining to hold a vote on the legislation, and the Biden-Harris White House has vowed to block it.

Democrats dismiss conservative concerns around election fraud and, in particular, noncitizen voting by claiming it is against the law and, therefore, not an issue. However, weak vetting means noncitizens can and do vote without great difficulty, with research suggesting they have done so in sufficient numbers to alter election outcomes—in favor of the Democrats.

show less
As the presidential election approaches, Gallup polling indicates strong support among American adults for requiring voters to prove their citizenship and show vote identification. An overwhelming 84 percent want to require voters to show photo ID to cast their ballots, and 83 percent support a proof of citizenship requirement for first-time voter registration. show more
October 24, 2024
Election 2024
Immigration

Biden-Harris Immigration Official Allegedly Offered Advice to Illegal Border Crossers.

A Department of Homeland Security (DHS) official has been implicated in promoting illegal immigration through social media, as detailed in a report by the American Accountability Foundation. Wilson Osorio, serving as associate counsel with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS), allegedly used platforms such as TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram to engage with and advise potential border crossers, according to the watchdog group’s findings.

In these social media interactions, Osorio reportedly conducted interviews with illegal immigrants, encouraging them to discuss their earnings, journey to the U.S. and experiences of entering and living in the country unlawfully. Since the report’s release, Osorio appears to have adjusted his online presence by making his TikTok and YouTube accounts private and removing his LinkedIn profile.

Beginning in July, Osorio’s posts include the stories of individuals who have successfully navigated life in the United States after entering the country illegally. For example, one Instagram video highlights the success of a Honduran immigrant in the restaurant industry. Another video features an illegal immigrant offering advice to other illegal border crossers, cautioning them about potential dangers.

Additional posts have described experiences of illegal immigrants obtaining work permits and citizenship. Some testimonials describe financial achievements made possible by work in the U.S. despite initial illegal entry.

The report emerges amid heightened scrutiny of border security under the Biden-Harris government, which has witnessed a substantial influx of migrants. According to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), over 7.8 million migrants entered the country illegally, with thousands convicted of serious offenses. However, some estimates place the real number of illegal aliens at over 20 million.

show less
A Department of Homeland Security (DHS) official has been implicated in promoting illegal immigration through social media, as detailed in a report by the American Accountability Foundation. Wilson Osorio, serving as associate counsel with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS), allegedly used platforms such as TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram to engage with and advise potential border crossers, according to the watchdog group's findings. show more
October 24, 2024
Election 2024
Politics

Top Obama Advisor Says Kamala Offers ‘Word Salad City.’

Major figures in the Democratic Party appear to be putting distance between themselves and Vice President Kamala Harris in the closing days of the 2024 presidential election. Notably, David Axelrod, former senior adviser to President Barack Obama, blasted Harris’s Wednesday night town hall event on CNN as a “word salad city”—referring to the vice president’s penchant for rattling off nonsensical responses.

A paid CNN contributor, Axelrod noted that Harris often delivers “word salad” responses when she is unwilling to answer questions directly. Even worse, the former top Obama advisor noted that Harris was either unable or unwilling to distance herself from President Joe Biden’s unpopular policies—something he considers a misstep.

“When she doesn’t want to answer a question, her habit is to kind of go to word salad city,” Axelrod said after the televised event. He continued: “And she did that on a couple of answers. One was on Israel. Anderson [Cooper] asked a direct question, ‘Would you be stronger on Israel than Trump?’ And there was a seven-minute answer, but none of it related to the question he was asking.”

IMMIGRATION.

“On immigration, I thought she missed an opportunity because she would acknowledge no concerns about any of the administration’s policies, and that’s a mistake. Sometimes you have to concede things,” Axelrod continued, adding: “You do want to relate to the people in front of you. She didn’t do a lot of that. She didn’t ask them questions. She didn’t address them particularly. She was giving set pieces too much.”

Harris has seen her campaign stall in the closing weeks of the 2024 election, with internal finger-pointing spilling out into the public. The National Pulse previously reported that Harris’s chaotic Pennsylvania campaign has alienated local Democratic leaders in Philadephia and jeopardized the chances of Democrats winning the critical battleground state.
Image by Gage Skidmore.

show less
Major figures in the Democratic Party appear to be putting distance between themselves and Vice President Kamala Harris in the closing days of the 2024 presidential election. Notably, David Axelrod, former senior adviser to President Barack Obama, blasted Harris's Wednesday night town hall event on CNN as a "word salad city"—referring to the vice president's penchant for rattling off nonsensical responses. show more
Border Invasion
October 24, 2024
Election 2024
Immigration

Biden-Harris Extend ‘Quiet Amnesty’ to Another Million Illegals.

A recent report from the House Judiciary Committee reveals that nearly one million illegal immigrants may remain in the United States indefinitely, with their cases dismissed or closed due to administrative measures by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Justice (DOJ). Released Thursday, the report indicates that administrative actions during the Biden-Harris government have resulted in many cases being terminated without deportation proceedings.

The report, based on information given to the committee, indicates that over 700,000 cases have been dismissed or closed in immigration court under the current government. The DOJ’s Executive Office for Immigration Review reported over 109,000 cases were completed in Fiscal Year 2023 without a decision on the merits. Additionally, the DHS did not file necessary documentation for around 200,000 cases, allowing many individuals to remain indefinitely in the country.

In response to the substantial backlog of cases facing approximately 700 immigration judges nationwide, a 2022 DHS memo directed U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) attorneys to prioritize case closures and dismissals for non-security threats. Concurrently, a 2021 memo from Biden-Harris Attorney General Merrick Garland reinstated the use of administrative closure, focusing on high-priority cases. The House committee has criticized the measures, as they can result in some migrants living in the U.S. on an ongoing basis but uncertain about their legal status.

show less
A recent report from the House Judiciary Committee reveals that nearly one million illegal immigrants may remain in the United States indefinitely, with their cases dismissed or closed due to administrative measures by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Justice (DOJ). Released Thursday, the report indicates that administrative actions during the Biden-Harris government have resulted in many cases being terminated without deportation proceedings. show more
October 24, 2024
Election 2024
Election Integrity

Footage Catches Suspect Behavior Around Ballot Drop Box.

In Montana, surveillance footage has captured what authorities describe as suspicious behavior at a ballot box. Crystal Cole, the Glacier County election administrator, has raised concerns with the state election unit, believing the action might constitute “tampering.”

The Montana Secretary of State’s office identified the individual as Laszlo Gendler, affiliated with the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC). An email seen by the media indicates that Cole contacted Gendler, who explained he was tasked with verifying the security of the ballot box. However, Cole noted that the Montana Democratic Party had not informed the elections office about sending someone for this task.

David Bergstein, a spokesman for the DSCC, claims that the individual was there to ensure the ballot box was securely attached but admits that the actions deviated from DSCC protocol.

The Secretary of State’s office has referred the incident to the Glacier County Sheriff. It comes amid heightened focus on Montana, the scene of a crucial Senate race between Democratic Senator Jon Tester and Republican contender Tim Sheehy.

WATCH:

show less
In Montana, surveillance footage has captured what authorities describe as suspicious behavior at a ballot box. Crystal Cole, the Glacier County election administrator, has raised concerns with the state election unit, believing the action might constitute "tampering." show more
October 24, 2024
Jack Montgomery
Election 2024

29 Million Early Mail-In and In-Person Votes Already Cast.

Around 29 million Americans have now cast early votes, either in-person or by mail. Data company TargetSmart reports that 43 percent of early voters so far are registered Democrats, 39 percent are Republicans, and 18 percent are not aligned with the two major parties.

While early voting does favor the Democrats slightly overall, other sources indicate Vice President Kamala Harris’s party is doing a worse job turning out supporters in battleground states than in previous elections, while Republicans are turning out much stronger for former President Donald J. Trump.

CNN—using data from Catalist, election officials, and Edison Research—notes that at this point in the 2020 election, early votes in Pennsylvania were 71 percent Democratic and 20 percent Republican. This year, the Democrats have dropped to 61 percent, and the GOP has risen to 29 percent.

Meanwhile, the Democratic advantage has vanished in North Carolina. In 2020, they led the GOP on 40 percent to 28 percent; now, the parties are tied at 34 percent.

Conversely, the GOP now leads early voting in Arizona and Nevada, accounting for 42 percent and 38 percent of early voters, respectively. Democrats sit at 36 percent in both states. At this point in 2020, the Democrats led Republicans in both states, 42 percent to 34 percent and 44 percent to 33 percent.

Local media in Nevada report an “unheard of” advantage for Republicans in early in-person voting, and the GOP is also said to be ahead in mail-in votes—traditionally a Democrat strength—in North Carolina. Early voting is also taking place in Georgia, Michigan, and Wisconsin, but information on the party registration of early voters in those swing states is not available.

Source: CNN.
show less
Around 29 million Americans have now cast early votes, either in-person or by mail. Data company TargetSmart reports that 43 percent of early voters so far are registered Democrats, 39 percent are Republicans, and 18 percent are not aligned with the two major parties. show more
October 24, 2024
Christopher Tomlinson
Election 2024
Politics

Even Mike Pence’s Chief of Staff Says General Kelly Is Lying About Trump.

Former Vice President Mike Pence‘s chief of staff has rejected statements made by General John Kelly, who claims that President Donald J. Trump had previously praised Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler and admires fascism. Nick Ayers took to X to refute Kelly, saying, “I’ve avoided commenting on intra-staff leaks or rumors or even lies as it relates to my time at the White House, but General Kelly’s comments regarding President Trump are too egregious to ignore. I was with each of them more than most, and his commentary is *patently false.*”

Kelly, former Chief of Staff to Trump, told the New York Times this week that Trump praised Hitler on several occasions and met his definition of “fascist.” He also claimed that Trump did not want to be seen with veterans who had lost limbs and had called servicemen and women who were injured or died in battle “suckers.”

Trump and his team have refuted similar allegations in the past, when The Atlantic magazine claimed in 2020 that Trump had called troops “suckers” and “losers” during the 100th anniversary of the First World War. John Bolton, who is hostile to Trump and was fired by him, also stated that the president never made the remarks.

Jeffrey Goldberg, the Editor-in-Chief of The Atlantic, is again pushing a similar story this week, claiming that Trump denigrated murdered U.S. soldier Vanessa Guillén. However, the family of Guillén, particularly her sister Marya, have reject the magazine’s claims.

“President Donald Trump did nothing but show respect to my family [and] Vanessa. In fact, I voted for President Trump today,” Marya Guillén stated.

Image by Kuhlmann/MSC.

show less
Former Vice President Mike Pence's chief of staff has rejected statements made by General John Kelly, who claims that President Donald J. Trump had previously praised Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler and admires fascism. Nick Ayers took to X to refute Kelly, saying, "I’ve avoided commenting on intra-staff leaks or rumors or even lies as it relates to my time at the White House, but General Kelly’s comments regarding President Trump are too egregious to ignore. I was with each of them more than most, and his commentary is *patently false.*" show more