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June 21, 2024
Election 2024

RFK Raises Just $2.6M, Faces Debate Exclusion.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s campaign announced that it raised just $2.6 million in May and ended the month with a dismal $6.4 million in cash on hand, according to recent filings with the Federal Election Commission (FEC). Despite these efforts, Kennedy’s independent presidential bid faces significant financial challenges in comparison to former President Donald J. Trump and the 81-year-old Democrat incumbent Joe Biden.

The campaign spent $6.3 million in May, outpacing the money it took in. A substantial portion of this expenditure, approximately $2.7 million, was directed to a consulting firm specializing in ballot access. Additionally, the campaign made several disbursements to prepare for the upcoming presidential debate on CNN, scheduled for June 27.

However, by Wednesday’s midnight deadline, Kennedy‘s efforts appeared unsuccessful in meeting CNN‘s requirements. Candidates needed to be on enough ballots to feasibly win the presidency and achieve at least 15 percent support in four national polls to qualify for the debate. While Kennedy claims to have made the requisite number of state ballots, his candidacy has yet to be officially certified by many states.

Kennedy’s fundraising totals lag significantly behind Biden and former President Trump. Trump’s campaign, along with the Republican National Committee (RNC), reported raising over $141 million in May. This spike followed the guilty verdict in his New York hush money trial. Meanwhile, Biden secured around $30 million during a Hollywood fundraiser that featured appearances from former President Barack Obama, George Clooney, and Julia Roberts.

Kennedy’s campaign has leaned on contributions from his running mate, Nicole Shanahan, who has an estimated personal fortune of $1 billion following her divorce from Google co-founder Sergey Brin. Shanahan donated $8 million to Kennedy’s campaign in April, supplementing earlier contributions.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s campaign announced that it raised just $2.6 million in May and ended the month with a dismal $6.4 million in cash on hand, according to recent filings with the Federal Election Commission (FEC). Despite these efforts, Kennedy’s independent presidential bid faces significant financial challenges in comparison to former President Donald J. Trump and the 81-year-old Democrat incumbent Joe Biden. show more
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June 19, 2024
Jack Montgomery
Election 2024

Axios: Biden’s Running a Fear Campaign, and Many Around Him Think It’s Not Working.

Senior Democrats are increasingly skeptical of Joe Biden’s fearmongering election strategy. Biden’s approach, focusing on January 6 and Donald Trump’s sham conviction in Manhattan, has the support of Biden’s inner circle, led by longtime aide Mike Donilon. They believe emphasizing the supposed threat to democracy will resonate with voters despite other critical issues like the economy and immigration dominating public concern.

Polls consistently show Biden either trailing or tied with Trump, with only a slight uptick, at most, following his lawfare conviction. Still, Biden’s core team remains steadfast in its commitment to the January 6 narrative. In March, Donilon predicted that as polling day draws near, the election’s “focus will become overwhelming on democracy,” and “the biggest images in people’s minds are going to be of January 6.”

Donilon thinks the 2017 protest, in which the only fatality was an unarmed woman shot by Capitol police, is comparable to 9/11, with close to  3,000 fatalities. He suggests that, as 2004 was “a 9/11 election,” 2024 will be a Jan 6 election.

“It is unclear to many of us watching from the outside whether the president and his core team realize how dire the situation is right now, and whether they even have a plan to fix it. That is scary,” a Democrat strategist told Axios.

The left-leaning news outlet notes, “Even with a once-in-a-century pandemic, Biden barely beat Trump by less than 45,000 votes across three states.”

Polling data indicates significant slippage in Biden’s support among crucial Democratic constituencies. Latinos, black voters, young voters, and union members are all turning away from him.

Democratic strategists increasingly fear the 81-year-old’s team is out of touch with the electorate’s priorities.

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Senior Democrats are increasingly skeptical of Joe Biden's fearmongering election strategy. Biden's approach, focusing on January 6 and Donald Trump's sham conviction in Manhattan, has the support of Biden's inner circle, led by longtime aide Mike Donilon. They believe emphasizing the supposed threat to democracy will resonate with voters despite other critical issues like the economy and immigration dominating public concern. show more
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June 19, 2024
Wake Up Right
Economy
Election 2024

Unions Flirt with Trump as Biden Coalition Unravels.

Major unions, like the Teamsters, are flirting with the idea of endorsing Donald Trump, and Democrats are panicking.

Back up: Historically, unions and union voters have been a reliable voting block for Democrats.

The details: The Teamsters, one of the largest unions in the U.S., made a rare donation to the RNC after their president, Sean O’Brien, met with Trump. O’Brien also requested speaking slots at both the Republican and Democratic conventions, signaling potential bipartisan engagement.

  • Another powerful union, the United Auto Workers (UAW), withheld its endorsement of Biden until January due to frustrations with his pro-EV policies.

Zoom out: Joe Biden likes to call himself the “most pro-union president,” and last September, dropped in on a UAW protest for a brief photo-op.

What do union workers think? According to exit polling, union voters swung for Biden by 16 percent in 2020. But according to the most recent polling, today, he leads by just 9 percent.

  • In April, Trump shook hands and took pictures with union workers outside his Manhattan ‘hush money’ trial. One worker, Darren Could, said: “They say unions aren’t big for Trump — well they are. Maybe the top union brass aren’t but when you talk to the men on the construction site, they’re all about Trump.”

Democrats hit panic button: Rep. Dean Phillips of Minnesota warned his fellow Democrats, saying they “have to recognize that this affiliation [with union leaders] … is not translating into electoral support [from union workers].”

Big picture: Joe Biden is bleeding support from every corner of his core constituencies – black voters, hispanic voters, and young voters – with all showing unprecedented shifts towards Donald Trump.

Real talk: I don’t see the Teamsters endorsing Trump. But the fact that their leadership is publicly feigning tells you they know their members are behind the 45th president.

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Major unions, like the Teamsters, are flirting with the idea of endorsing Donald Trump, and Democrats are panicking. show more
June 19, 2024
William Upton
Election 2024

Is There Really A Democrat Plot to Replace Joe Biden?

The upcoming June 27th presidential debate—hosted by CNN—could be a make-or-break moment for the 81-year-old Democrat incumbent Joe Biden. Reporting by the Daily Mail reveals that should Biden falter during the square-off with former President Donald J. Trump, Democratic Party leaders could move to push him off the 2024 ticket.

David Axelrod, a Democratic strategist, indicated that the debate is meant to demonstrate Biden‘s readiness to remain in the race. Former Clinton advisor Mark Penn noted that this debate might be Biden’s final opportunity to reassure voters of his capability. If Biden falters in this debate or if his polling numbers continue to plummet, it could prompt key Democratic figures—potentially Obama, Bill Clinton, Nancy Pelosi, and Chuck Schumer—to persuade him to step aside. Some party insiders suggest a unified front would be necessary to navigate such a significant change.

LOST AND DISORIENTED.

Questions regarding Biden’s potential withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race have intensified following several recent public incidents where the 81-year-old appeared disoriented. At a Saturday fundraiser in Los Angeles, former President Barack Obama was seen assisting the Democrat incumbent off the stage, further stoking speculation about the President’s health and fitness to serve another term. This followed an episode at the White House on Monday, where Biden appeared motionless for nearly a minute during a Juneteenth celebration, prompting onlookers’ concern, including Philonise Floyd, who appeared to intervene and check on the octogenarian Democrat.

Pollster Nate Silver has publicly fretted over Biden‘s struggling campaign and advanced age. In a recent social media post, Silver underscored Biden’s declining approval ratings—which have dipped to 37.4 percent in recent days. Silver emphasized that for many voters, Biden’s age has become a significant issue, stating that it’s “an extremely understandable concern” given that Biden would be 86 by the end of a potential second term. Prominent voices within the Democratic Party, like James Carville, have openly stated that Biden should not run for re-election.

NO GUARANTEE.

Nonetheless, the process of replacing a sitting candidate remains fraught with risk and complexity. Political commentators like Joe Klein have proposed that a dynamic new candidate could potentially galvanize the party with a powerful convention speech. However, Biden’s persistent candidacy and his reluctance to step down could complicate these efforts.

The Biden campaign has decided to conduct an online nomination with a “virtual roll call” ahead of the Democratic National Convention in August to maintain control over the process. If Biden were to step aside, the consensus among Democratic strategists is that his replacement would not automatically be Vice President Kamala Harris due to various political considerations.

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The upcoming June 27th presidential debate—hosted by CNN—could be a make-or-break moment for the 81-year-old Democrat incumbent Joe Biden. Reporting by the Daily Mail reveals that should Biden falter during the square-off with former President Donald J. Trump, Democratic Party leaders could move to push him off the 2024 ticket. show more

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June 19, 2024
Election 2024

It’s Fun to WATCH This CNN Reporter Freak Out About Biden’s Numbers.

CNN data analyst and reporter Harry Enten was left stunned during a recent segment on the network by polling numbers suggesting a historic decline in black support for Joe Biden in the 2024 presidential election. Meanwhile, Enten also noted that former President Donald J. Trump appears to have made significant gains among the voter demographic—with the data suggesting he could capture upwards of 20 percent of the black vote.

In 2020, Biden had the support of 86 percent of African American voters. This figure has now decreased to 70 percent, indicating a 16-point drop. Conversely, Trump’s support in this demographic has increased from single digits in 2020 to 21 percent currently. This shift in voter support is unprecedented for a Republican candidate, with the CNN reporter describing it as a historic performance not seen in six decades.

The changes are even more pronounced among black voters under the age of 50. Biden’s lead, which was 80 points in 2020, has now reduced to just 37 points. The decrease in support within this age group is more than half. Enten’s findings also indicate that Biden is losing support among young people in general, not just black voters.

The Biden campaign is scrambling to address lagging voter enthusiasm and collapsing support, including hiring a ‘Meme Manager,’ aiming to connect with younger voters on social media. However, these efforts come amid criticisms and concerns about Biden’s age and health, with videos circulating online showing the president appearing disoriented.

WATCH:

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CNN data analyst and reporter Harry Enten was left stunned during a recent segment on the network by polling numbers suggesting a historic decline in black support for Joe Biden in the 2024 presidential election. Meanwhile, Enten also noted that former President Donald J. Trump appears to have made significant gains among the voter demographic—with the data suggesting he could capture upwards of 20 percent of the black vote. show more
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June 18, 2024
William Upton
Election 2024

Trump’s Plan To Eliminate Taxes on Tips Could Save Workers $250 BILLION.

Former President Donald J. Trump‘s proposal to end the taxation of tip wages could see workers in the service industry save billions of dollars every year. Analysis by the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget suggests that no longer subjecting tips to federal income taxes would result in a $250 billion tax cut over a 10-year budget window.

Under the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) statute, all tip income workers earn is subject to federal income taxes. Ending the taxation of tips would require Congressional action to amend the federal tax code and direct the IRS to stop collections on that source of income. However, it appears former President Trump‘s idea has gained traction among Republican lawmakers on Capitol Hill.

“This thing has really just organically caught fire,” Representative Tim Burchett (R-TN) said on Monday, noting the plan is “smart politics.” Burchett isn’t alone. Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) called the plan “terrific.”

“For someone that’s working as a waiter or waitress or someone that’s working as a taxicab driver or someone who’s working as a bellhop at a hotel, there are a lot of people who are starting to climb the economic ladder who rely on tips,” Cruz said, noting: “The caricature of Republicans is that Republicans were the party of the rich and Democrats are the party of the poor and the working class.”

Trump’s tax proposal comes amid a concerted effort by the presumptive Republican presidential nominee to continue his outreach to working-class voters. In the 2016 and 2020 elections, Trump made significant gains among white and Hispanic working-class voters who had typically voted Democrat in the past.

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Former President Donald J. Trump's proposal to end the taxation of tip wages could see workers in the service industry save billions of dollars every year. Analysis by the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget suggests that no longer subjecting tips to federal income taxes would result in a $250 billion tax cut over a 10-year budget window. show more
June 18, 2024
Election 2024
Immigration

DATA: 2/3rds of Hispanics Wants Illegals Deported.

A CBS News/YouGov poll conducted earlier this month reveals significant support among the American electorate for a national mass deportation program. According to the survey, 62 percent of registered voters back the deportation of all illegal immigrants currently living illegally in the United States, while just 38 percent oppose their removal.

The survey results show even more surprising trends within certain demographic groups traditionally associated with Democratic leanings. Notably, 58 percent of women and individuals holding at least a four-year college degree supported such a deportation policy. Additionally, 53 percent of Hispanic voters indicated their approval of the measure. This figure is slightly less than the 67 percent—over two-thirds—of white respondents.

Only among black respondents did support fall below 50 percent. Just 47 percent of black respondents said they support mass deportation.

The growing popularity of mass deportation among voters coincides with a trend that shows former President Donald J. Trump gaining traction among Hispanic voters. CNN data and election analyst Harry Enten noted that Trump commands considerable trust in issues of border security and immigration within this demographic. Enten highlighted that 49 percent of Hispanic voters trust Trump more on these issues compared to 24 percent who trust Joe Biden, marking a significant shift from the 2020 election when Biden won this group overwhelmingly.

These findings align with broader voter concerns about the situation at the southern border, which has become a pivotal issue in the upcoming election. The National Pulse reported that during Trump‘s recent rally in the Bronx, New York, minority voters turned out in mass to see the former President while chanting: “Build the Wall.”

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A CBS News/YouGov poll conducted earlier this month reveals significant support among the American electorate for a national mass deportation program. According to the survey, 62 percent of registered voters back the deportation of all illegal immigrants currently living illegally in the United States, while just 38 percent oppose their removal. show more
June 17, 2024
William Upton
Election 2024

Hundreds of Officials Are Sounding Alarms Over Election Integrity.

Over 300 election officials across five swing states have raised the alarm regarding ballot irregularities and election integrity in their jurisdictions. Officials in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, and Wisconsin have all cited instances raising concerns about voter registration practices, ballot counting, and chain of custody.

The far-left, Democrat-aligned non-profit Public Wise has accused 334 state and local officials of being election deniers and working to ‘undermine democracy.’ However, an examination of the actual claims being made by the state and local election officials reveals legitimate concerns about the security and integrity of the U.S. elections. In at least two of the jurisdictions listed by Public Wise, officials have correctly called into question well-documented election irregularities and potential illegalities.

FULTON COUNTY, GEORGIA. 

One of the officials listed by Public Wise is Georgia’s Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones (R), who opposed the certification of the  2024 presidential election results in Fulton County, Georgia. The National Pulse reported in May that an investigation by Georgia election officials found that Fulton County had implemented improper procedures during its 2020 presidential election recount.

The inquiry was prompted by a complaint lodged on July 8, 2022, alleging the inappropriate count of 17,852 ballots. Consequently, the investigation revealed not only duplicate ballot images—implying probable multiple scanning of some ballots—but also that thousands of ballot images are missing. In late May, Julie Adams, a Republican member of the Fulton County, Georgia, Board of Elections, filed a lawsuit against the county’s election director, Nadine Williams, alleging she barred state officials from accessing critical election information during this year’s primary elections.

MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA. 

In Arizona, another state that Public Wise claims is being nefariously influenced by conservative election officials, Maricopa County faces an ongoing lawsuit for continuing to violate state election law. The plaintiffs allege county officials failed to maintain the mandatory chain of custody for ballots, resulting in a discrepancy of over 25,000 votes. Razor-thin margins decided several 2022 state-wide races. The gubernatorial contest saw just 17,117 votes separate now-Governor Katie Hobbs (D) from Kari Lake (R).

NONCITIZENS IN NORTH CAROLINA.

Meanwhile, in North Carolina, the issue of noncitizen voters has even drawn federal attention, with Department of Justice (DOJ) attorneys undertaking an extensive investigation into the occurrence, resulting in multiple prosecutions. The National Pulse reported federal prosecutors have brought charges against 37 noncitizens who voted in North Carolina’s 2016 election. By a three-to-one ratio, these individuals supported Democrats over Republican candidates.

The noncitizens cast 99 ballots in multiple elections dating back as far as 1996. Most of the noncitizen voters only participated in federal elections, with only a handful of ballots cast in local races.

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Over 300 election officials across five swing states have raised the alarm regarding ballot irregularities and election integrity in their jurisdictions. Officials in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, and Wisconsin have all cited instances raising concerns about voter registration practices, ballot counting, and chain of custody. show more
June 17, 2024
Jack Montgomery
Crime
Election 2024
Immigration

HOAX: Biden DOJ Official Arrested for Sending Himself ‘Racist, Anti-Immigrant’ Messages.

Texas Rangers have arrested a Democrat candidate and Joe Biden appointee in Fort Bend for allegedly fabricating racist online messages addressed to himself and framing supporters of his rival. Taral Patel, the Democratic candidate for Precinct 3 Commissioner, faces Online Impersonation and Misrepresentation of Identity charges.

Rangers took Patel into custody following an investigation that began in October 2023. The inquiry started after the incumbent, Republican Commissioner Andy Meyers, urged authorities to find the origin of the racist messages Patel received.

Patel’s arrest record reveals he spent several months creating fake online profiles to impersonate Meyers’ supporters and send himself derogatory comments. Patel posted the inflammatory messages on social media in September 2023, describing the remarks as driven by “deep and misguided fear” within the GOP.

“[W]hen my Republican opponent’s supporters’ decide to hurl racist, anti-immigrant, Hinduphobic, or otherwise disgusting insults at my family, faith community, colleagues, and me – that crosses a line,” Patel wrote on Facebook, sharing screenshots of the supposed racist remarks. Patel allegedly used a photograph of an unsuspecting Fort Bend resident without consent to perpetuate the hoax.

Biden previously appointed Patel to the Office of White House Liaison and the White House Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (WHAANHPI) Committee. Patel also worked at the Department of Justice (DOJ), ironically in the Public Integrity Section of the Criminal Division.

MAGA COUNTRY?

Bobby Eberle, the Fort Bend County Republican Chairman, compares Patel’s actions to those of disgraced actor Jussie Smollett. Smollett infamously claimed that Donald Trump supporters yelled, “This is MAGA country,” beat him, and tied a noose around his neck in Chicago. Authorities demonstrated that he orchestrated the attack with the assistance of two African men with whom he had a sexual relationship.

“Whether Republican or Democrat, such tactics should be unequivocally condemned by all who value integrity and accountability in politics,” Eberle stated. “Fort Bend County residents deserve leadership that fosters trust and sincerity rather than deceit and manipulation for political gain.”

Hate crime hoaxes have become a common feature of American politics since 2016. Yasmin Seweid pleaded guilty to fabricating a story about Trump supporters ripping her hijab off on a New York subway in 2017. In 2020, authorities arrested Trumaine Foster in Mississippi for spraying his cars with the words ‘Leave N*****s’ and ‘Trump’. In 2022, transgender activist Nikki Joly pleaded guilty to torching his own home in Jackson, Michigan, burning two German shepherd dogs and three cats alive, blaming anti-LGBTQ arsonists.

Democrat Rep. Barbara Lee recently claimed a “white guy” tried to stop her from using a Capitol elevator reserved for Congressmen, accusing her of stealing her congressional lapel pin. Skeptics cast doubt on the story, though it has not been proven false.

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Texas Rangers have arrested a Democrat candidate and Joe Biden appointee in Fort Bend for allegedly fabricating racist online messages addressed to himself and framing supporters of his rival. Taral Patel, the Democratic candidate for Precinct 3 Commissioner, faces Online Impersonation and Misrepresentation of Identity charges. show more
June 17, 2024
Data
Election 2024

J.D. Vance Trounces Opposition in Turning Point VP Poll.

Senator J.D. Vance (R-OH) has emerged as a leading candidate for former President Donald J. Trump‘s vice-presidential pick following a poll of attendees at Turning Point Action’s People’s Convention held this weekend. The poll, which surveyed 1,986 attendees in Detroit, found that 43 percent preferred Vance over his competitors.

The three-day event, organized by Turning Point Action, saw Governor Doug Burgum (R-ND), Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL), and Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) also in contention. However, Scott was a distant second with 15.4 percent, followed by Rubio at 7.7 percent and Burgum at 7 percent. The poll was conducted by Big Data Poll on behalf of Turning Point Action, a grassroots movement founded by Charlie Kirk.

Despite Vance‘s lead in the poll, insiders suggest Trump has yet to make a final decision and could still consider Scott, Rubio, or Burgum. Trump, who spent Saturday in Michigan addressing attendees, is known for keeping his options open and often surprises with his choices.

Attendees at the convention also expressed strong opinions regarding House and Senate Republican leaders, as well as U.S. foreign policy. A significant portion disapproved of Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA)’s performance as leader of the House of Representatives—with over 50 percent saying they disapproved of his leadership. Meanwhile, a stunning 80 percent of respondents said they disapproved of Sen. Mitch McConnell‘s tenure as Minority Leader in the U.S. Senate. Additionally, there was overwhelming opposition—93.7 percent—against sending further aid to Ukraine.

The National Pulse polled its readers in May regarding their preference for Trump‘s vice-presidential pick. That poll found a plurality of support for Sen. Vance, with 32 percent of the vote. Meanwhile, Vivek Ramaswamy and Ben Carson came second, tied at 14 percent.

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Senator J.D. Vance (R-OH) has emerged as a leading candidate for former President Donald J. Trump's vice-presidential pick following a poll of attendees at Turning Point Action's People's Convention held this weekend. The poll, which surveyed 1,986 attendees in Detroit, found that 43 percent preferred Vance over his competitors. show more