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December 13, 2024
William Upton
Lawfare
Politics

J6 Committee Chairman Wants Biden Pardon 👀

Congressman Bennie Thompson (D-MS), former chair of the House Democrats’ January 6 Committee, says he will accept a pardon from President Joe Biden if it is offered. Thompson made the admission while speaking with CNN’s Jim Acosta on Thursday.

“Congressman, apparently, the White House is discussing preemptive pardons for people who may be targeted by Trump when he gets back in office. Do you want the president to offer some kind of pardon to you?” pressed Acosta, with Thompson responding: “Well, you know, the president, it’s his prerogative. If he offers it to me or other members of the Committee, I think I would accept it.”

The Mississippi Democrat went on to defend the Committee’s work and the witnesses who testified, arguing none of them perjured themselves. However, The National Pulse reported earlier this year that after Republicans took control of the House of Representatives following the 2022 mid-term election, Thompson, former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-WY), and committee staff deleted at least one terabyte of encrypted files pertaining to its proceedings.

COMMITTEE COVER UP.

At the time, Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA)—who chairs the Committee on House Administration’s Subcommittee on Oversight—accused Thompson and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) of attempting to prevent the release of documents the Democrats did not make public in the course of the Committee’s investigation. In addition, Loudermilk also discovered that Thompson had destroyed the video records of witness depositions.

While Thompson asserts that none of the witnesses called by the Committee engaged in perjury, that appears untrue. The National Pulse reported in March this year that the January 6 Committee hid testimony by President Donald J. Trump’s Secret Service driver that refuted the claim made by former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson that Trump had lunged for the wheel in the presidential limo to join the protestors at the Capitol.

A HISTORY OF CORRUPTION.

Prior to the J6 committee, Thompson was perhaps best known for his support for an extremist, black secessionist group, and his backing of a Nation of Islam splinter group, as first revealed by The National Pulse.

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Congressman Bennie Thompson (D-MS), former chair of the House Democrats' January 6 Committee, says he will accept a pardon from President Joe Biden if it is offered. Thompson made the admission while speaking with CNN's Jim Acosta on Thursday. show more
December 13, 2024
Immigration
Politics

Mayor Adams Met with Trump’s ‘Border Czar.’

New York City Mayor Eric Adams met with Thomas D. Homan, President-elect Donald J. Trump’s incoming “border czar,” on Thursday. The two discussed the Trump administration’s border policy and how the city can work with federal officials to remove illegal immigrants who have committed crimes in the city.

Over the last year, Adams has engaged in a significant shit regarding his stance on illegal immigration and New York City’s status as a sanctuary city. The Democrat mayor, who once touted his city as a protector of illegal immigrants, now says the sanctuary law should be changed.

“We should not be allowing people who are repeatedly committing crimes to remain here, and we cannot collaborate with ICE in the process,” Adams said in February, blaming the New York City’s sanctuary status for his inability to crack down on surging migrant crime.

In his conversation on Thursday with Homan, Mayor Adams has indicated a willingness to support federal efforts to apprehend immigrants accused of crimes, emphasizing his viewpoint that due process rights should not extend to criminals who have entered the country without legal permission. He later clarified during a press conference that his remarks were directed at those immigrants identified as repeat offenders, emphasizing: “We are not going to be a safe haven to those who commit violent acts.”

However, despite Adams signaling a willingness to work with the Trump administration, his own city government is already undertaking efforts to hamper Homan’s deportation operation. The National Pulse reported earlier this week that New York City is moving to shutter a large tent complex used to shelter illegal immigrants at Floyd Bennett Field in Brooklyn. As the facility is built on federal land, city officials fear the estimated 2,000 migrants at the facility lack protection from immigration enforcement operations.

Image by MTAPhotos.

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams met with Thomas D. Homan, President-elect Donald J. Trump's incoming "border czar," on Thursday. The two discussed the Trump administration's border policy and how the city can work with federal officials to remove illegal immigrants who have committed crimes in the city. show more

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December 13, 2024
Christopher Tomlinson
Immigration
World

Now Nearly Half of Canadians Say They’re In Favor of Mass Deportations.

Even the notably pro-mass immigration Canada seems to be second-guessing their open borders policies. A new poll suggests nearly half of the country’s population now supports mass deportations to fight illegal immigration.

The polling firm Leger found that 48 percent of Canadians now favor mass deportations as a way to control illegal immigration, just a single percentage behind the number of Americans who also support such a policy. Canadians, once one of the most pro-immigration populations in the Western world, are also increasingly skeptical of legal immigration. The poll found that 65 percent of Canadians think Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government is accepting too many immigrants legally.

While the number of illegal border crossers to Canada pales in comparison with the United States, an estimated 500,000 people live in Canada illegally after either overstaying visas or coming to the country illegally. America’s northern neighbor, which has a population of nearly 42 million people, has seen unprecedented levels of immigration under Trudeau, with legal migration driving the population to increase by over a million people in the span of just a year.

Mass deportations are favored by President-elect Donald J. Trump, who has called for the large-scale removal of illegals across the United States. The immigration enforcement operation will be overseen by former ICE official Tom Homan, who Trump has tapped as his border czar.

Some Democrats have pledged to resist efforts to deport illegals, including Denver mayor Mike Johnston, who said he would be willing to go to jail to block deportations. Homan, in response, said he would be willing to arrest Mayor Johnson if need be. Others, however, like the Democrat Mayor of New York City, Eric Adams, have stated they will work with the incoming Trump administration on illegal migration issues.

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Even the notably pro-mass immigration Canada seems to be second-guessing their open borders policies. A new poll suggests nearly half of the country's population now supports mass deportations to fight illegal immigration. show more
December 13, 2024
Jack Montgomery
Health
Immigration
UK

Now Britain’s Socialized Health Service is Defending Pakistani Cousin Marriage.

Britain’s National Health Service (NHS) is running defense for Pakistani-heritage couples who marry their first cousins, suggesting it is no more dangerous than White British women having children over the age of 34. The NHS trust covering Bradford, an English city where Pakistanis account for a substantial share of the population, said in literature on birth defects: “[I]t is important to mention that just like a cousin marriage is a cultural practice in Asian/British Pakistanis heritage, resulting in increasing risk factors for congenital anomalies, so too is choosing to give birth at or after the age 34 in White British women/couples.”

The trust accuses White Britons having children later in life of “choosing lifestyles embedded in liberal values such as preferring jobs, careers, bodily fitness and individualism over giving birth before the age 34.” It does not mention how rising house prices and an increasing tax burden strain White British couples, with these pressures partly driven by mass migration and failures in migrant integration. For example, the unemployment rate for Pakistanis stands at 11.1 percent, which is more than three times higher than the 3.3 percent unemployment rate for whites.

HEALTH RISKS.

Having children after 34 does increase the risk of birth defects, with such children—born to mothers of all ethnicities—accounting for 19 percent of cases in Bradford. However, cousin marriage appears to have far higher risks, accounting for around 30 percent of birth defects, despite Pakistanis only accounting for a little over a quarter of the city’s population.

First-cousin marriage is also linked to lower IQ and higher rates of mood disorders and psychoses, negatively impacting life outcomes across a wide variety of domains. Approaching 40 percent of Pakistanis in Bradford are in these consanguineous marriages, compared to fewer than one percent of White British couples.

Nevertheless, Muslim lawmakers are defending cousin marriage in Parliament, with Iqbal Mohamed MP telling the House of Commons that “ordinary people see family intermarriage as something that is very positive overall; as something that helps to build family bonds and puts families on a more secure financial foothold” during a debate on a bill to outlaw the practice.

Image by Gary Rogers.

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Britain's National Health Service (NHS) is running defense for Pakistani-heritage couples who marry their first cousins, suggesting it is no more dangerous than White British women having children over the age of 34. The NHS trust covering Bradford, an English city where Pakistanis account for a substantial share of the population, said in literature on birth defects: "[I]t is important to mention that just like a cousin marriage is a cultural practice in Asian/British Pakistanis heritage, resulting in increasing risk factors for congenital anomalies, so too is choosing to give birth at or after the age 34 in White British women/couples." show more
December 12, 2024
News
Religion

Satanic Temple Statue Destroyed!

A statue put up outside a state capitol by the group known as the Satanic Temple was vandalized and destroyed just over a day after it was set up. The display was erected in Concord, New Hampshire, consisting of a mannequin representing the occult deity Baphomet.

The Satanic Temple of Salem, Massachusetts, was behind the display—which included elements like purple upside-down crosses and mock Roman Catholic vestments. Controversially, the mannequin of Baphomet was placed near a Christian Nativity display.

Democratic State Representative Ellen Read, who facilitated the Satanic Temple’s involvement, claimed the display was intended to reflect societal diversity.

“There was nothing inherently offensive about the display. There were accusations that it meant to denigrate Christians, but there was nothing about it that was denigrating Christians,” she stated, despite the statue’s vestments resembling those worn by  Catholic clergy.

Set up on Saturday, the mannequin was discovered “completely destroyed” sometime between early Sunday and Monday afternoon, according to police reports. Only the legs remained standing, while other parts, including the head and torso, were scattered. The incident is not being treated as a major crime.

A similar Satanic Temple idol was displayed in the state capitol in Iowa in December of last year and was also heavily vandalized. Christian veteran Michael Cassidy, who vandalized the idol, was charged with a hate crime.

Cassidy later pleaded guilty to the charges in May of this year, saying, “My conscience is held captive to the word of God, not to the bureaucratic decree. And so I acted.” A judge made him pay $855 in civil penalties and sentenced him to two years of probation.

Image by Jimmy Emerson, DVM. 

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A statue put up outside a state capitol by the group known as the Satanic Temple was vandalized and destroyed just over a day after it was set up. The display was erected in Concord, New Hampshire, consisting of a mannequin representing the occult deity Baphomet. show more
December 12, 2024
Culture
News

Surprise! 6ft 9 Son of Billionaire President is Popular With Chicks in College.

Barron Trump, the 18-year-old son of President-elect Donald J. Trump, is reportedly increasingly popular with female students at New York University (NYU), where he has been attending classes since September. The youngest of Donald Trump’s children is not only focused on business studies but is also gaining attention as a “ladies’ man,” some have claimed.

An insider mentioned that Barron stands out not only for his academic pursuits but also for his stature and appearance. His height, reported to be about 6 feet 9 inches, contributes to his noticeable presence on campus. Despite differing political views, Barron’s charm appears to extend across a diverse range of students.

Melania Trump, Barron’s mother, recently discussed her son’s college experience on Fox and Friends. She noted that Barron is aware his experience differs significantly from that of his peers, given his family’s high-profile status. Moreover, Melania disclosed that Barron has been involved in his father’s political endeavors, offering advice during the recent election campaign.

She highlighted that Barron’s understanding of modern communication trends, such as podcasts and streaming platforms, was instrumental in shaping the campaign’s outreach strategies. Barron’s influence is credited with helping Donald Trump successfully connect with youth demographics during the election.

Some have claimed that Barron advocated for President Trump to go on podcasts like the Joe Rogan Experience and others during the presidential campaign. The President-elect previously disclosed that Barron had advised him politically in the past.

Democrat mega-donor John Morgan also praised Barron in an interview following President Trump’s victory, saying, “Barron Trump is a lot smarter than everybody in the Harris [campaign].”

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Barron Trump, the 18-year-old son of President-elect Donald J. Trump, is reportedly increasingly popular with female students at New York University (NYU), where he has been attending classes since September. The youngest of Donald Trump's children is not only focused on business studies but is also gaining attention as a "ladies' man," some have claimed. show more
December 12, 2024
Christopher Tomlinson
Religion

Nativity of Christ Displayed at U.S. Capitol for First Time Ever.

The Nativity of Christ has been displayed at the United States Capitol building for the first time in American history. Depicting the birth of Jesus, the display was placed at the southern steps of the Capitol, leading to the House of Representatives this week. The move comes after Rev. Patrick Mahoney, director of the Christian Defense Coalition, won a federal court battle designating the steps a public forum.

Rev. Mahoney posted a picture of the scene on X this week. He wrote, “7 months ago, we would’ve been arrested for having this Nativity Display on the steps of the US Capitol.”

Nativity scenes originated with Saint Francis of Assisi, who created the first one using real animals in 1223 AD in Italy. Like Christmas trees, invented by Saint Boniface sometime in the 700s AD, the Nativity scene has become a Christmas symbol for Christians of many denominations across the globe.

However, Christmas for Christians outside the United States may not be as merry. In Germany, at least two terrorist plots against Christmas Markets have been foiled in recent weeks, and in Syria, the future of the country’s ancient Christian population may be in peril after Islamist radicals overthrew the government.

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The Nativity of Christ has been displayed at the United States Capitol building for the first time in American history. Depicting the birth of Jesus, the display was placed at the southern steps of the Capitol, leading to the House of Representatives this week. The move comes after Rev. Patrick Mahoney, director of the Christian Defense Coalition, won a federal court battle designating the steps a public forum. show more
December 12, 2024
Christopher Tomlinson
War
World

NATO Chief Says Ukraine War Has Now Claimed a MILLION Lives.

NATO head Mark Rutte claims the number of people killed or severely injured in the war between Russia and Ukraine has passed by a million casualties, stating that as many as 10,000 people are killed or wounded every week. “Every day, this war causes more devastation and death,” Rutte said during a press conference in Brussels this week amid a meeting of the NATO Ministers of Foreign Affairs.

The exact number of casualties since the war began in February of 2022 is unknown, as neither Russia nor Ukraine publish any official figures. However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has claimed that only 43,000 soldiers have been killed in the fighting, but many experts put the fatality rates for Ukraine much higher.

President-elect Donald J. Trump stated on Truth Social that the Ukrainians may have lost as many as 400,000 troops to death or injuries, adding that Russian casualties could number as high as 600,000. The Economist magazine, meanwhile, estimates that as many as 100,000 Ukrainians have died in the conflict, and the BBC has claimed that anywhere between 141,000 to 197,000 Russians have been killed.

TRUMP DEMANDS A CEASEFIRE.

Trump has made it clear to all sides involved that he wants to see the conflict end as soon as possible, calling for an immediate ceasefire.

“Too many lives are being so needlessly wasted, too many families destroyed, and if it keeps going, it can turn into something much bigger, and far worse,” Trump said.

While both Ukraine and Russia have suggested they are open to dialogue, it is unlikely Russia will give up territories like Crimea or the regions it has claimed as part of Russia since the outbreak of the conflict. These include Donetsk, Luhansk, and other southern regions.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has previously stated that any negotiation must be based on the Istanbul deal, negotiated in 2022. The deal, before former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and the Biden-Harris regime sabotaged it, would not only recognize the southern regions as Russian but would also demand Ukraine become formally neutral and not enter NATO.

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NATO head Mark Rutte claims the number of people killed or severely injured in the war between Russia and Ukraine has passed by a million casualties, stating that as many as 10,000 people are killed or wounded every week. "Every day, this war causes more devastation and death," Rutte said during a press conference in Brussels this week amid a meeting of the NATO Ministers of Foreign Affairs. show more
December 12, 2024
Crime
News

The Cop Who Shot Ashli Babbitt Left His Post for a Card Game, Then Lied to Investigators.

The Capitol police officer who shot and killed Ashli Babbitt on January 6, 2021, is alleged to have a track record of lying to investigators. Michael L. Byrd, now 56, previously left his post at the Speaker’s Office to join a card game and subsequently provided false information during an internal investigation by Capitol Police’s Internal Affairs Division. However, despite recommendations for termination due to abandoning his post and making untruthful statements, Byrd was not fired.

Recent disclosures about Byrd’s past have raised questions about his 2023 promotion to captain, with concerns expressed by Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA) about Byrd’s disciplinary history potentially affecting internal operational decisions.

Records indicate that Byrd received significant financial support and security assistance from Capitol Police following the January 6 killing of Babbitt, with over $36,000 in retention funds and thousands more in reimbursements for security upgrades.

Byrd was provided temporary lodging at a military facility, along with a security detail, and was under consideration for placement at a secure Capitol Police site.

Further scrutiny of Byrd’s record has revealed additional incidents, including a suspension in 2019 for leaving a loaded service weapon unattended in a public area.

Byrd’s financial history, marked by multiple bankruptcies and a significant tax lien, has also been reviewed.

Republican congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) has demanded murder charges to be brought against Byrd over the killing, calling on President-elect Donald J. Trump’s Attorney General pick, Pam Bondi, to bring the charges.

The mother of Ashli Babbitt, meanwhile, has celebrated President Trump’s promise to pardon those still held in custody over the January 6 riots.

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The Capitol police officer who shot and killed Ashli Babbitt on January 6, 2021, is alleged to have a track record of lying to investigators. Michael L. Byrd, now 56, previously left his post at the Speaker's Office to join a card game and subsequently provided false information during an internal investigation by Capitol Police's Internal Affairs Division. However, despite recommendations for termination due to abandoning his post and making untruthful statements, Byrd was not fired. show more
December 12, 2024
Raheem J. Kassam
News

BREAKING: DOJ Inspector General Reveals 26 Federal Informants at Capitol on Jan 6, With Most Entering Restricted Areas.

A new report from the Department of Justice’s Office of the Inspector General reveals that 26 FBI “confidential human sources” (CHSs), aka federal informants, were present in Washington, D.C., on January 6, 2021. The FBI maintains that no direct employees of the agency were stationed at the Ellipse, National Mall, or Capitol grounds during the day’s events.

Of the 26 CHSs, three were reportedly tasked with monitoring domestic terrorism subjects who were expected to attend the rally, The National Pulse can reveal after reviewing the 88-page document released Thursday.

The sources in question were reportedly authorized to observe activities of interest but prohibited from entering restricted areas. According to the report, 17 such sources – 65 percent of the CHSs – entered restricted areas:

“We determined that of the 26 CHSs who were in DC on January 6 in connection with the events of January 6, 4 entered the Capitol during the riot; an additional 13 entered the restricted area around the Capitol, which was a security perimeter established in preparation for the January 6 Electoral Certification; and 9 neither entered a restricted area nor entered the Capitol or otherwise engaged in illegal activity. None of the CHSs who entered the Capitol or a restricted area has been prosecuted to date. The [Washington Field Office] (WFO) did not know that a total of 26 CHSs would be in DC for the events of January 6 because only 4 field offices had informed the WFO or FBI Headquarters that CHSs under the relevant field office’s jurisdiction—5 CHSs in total—would be traveling to DC on January 6.”

The news comes after years of allegations that the federal government or its agents, including informants, had participated in the riot, with some even alleging they helped to incite the situation. The FBI continues to deny this.

The report further criticizes the FBI for its failure to fully coordinate intelligence gathering and sharing prior to January 6. The Inspector General highlighted a missed opportunity to conduct a nationwide canvass of its CHSs, a standard preparatory step for large-scale events. This omission, coupled with fragmented intelligence sharing among field offices, reportedly hampered the FBI’s ability to provide actionable warnings to other law enforcement agencies.

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A new report from the Department of Justice’s Office of the Inspector General reveals that 26 FBI "confidential human sources" (CHSs), aka federal informants, were present in Washington, D.C., on January 6, 2021. The FBI maintains that no direct employees of the agency were stationed at the Ellipse, National Mall, or Capitol grounds during the day’s events.

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