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March 14, 2024
News

Border Officer Admits to Migrant Smuggling, Taking Bribes.

Emanuel Isac Celedon, a former Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer, pleaded guilty to smuggling migrants into the U.S. and accepting bribes for drug trafficking, authorities confirmed on Monday.

Celedon, stationed at the Lincoln Juarez Port of Entry in Texas, was found guilty of assisting smugglers by providing information about his work schedule and allowing them to pass through his lane without any inspection or documentation of passengers. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas, from September to November 2023, he did this at least nine times.

Celedon was also accused of altering information in a CBP database to avoid further inspection for certain drivers. Investigators revealed that Celedon actively advertised his role in the smuggling operation to Mexican counterparts to attract more business.

In addition to human smuggling, Celedon accepted bribes for facilitating the trafficking of what he believed to be cocaine but was actually part of a sting operation to catch him. Prosecutors state that Celedon was paid $6,000 after allowing vehicles loaded with imitation cocaine to cross the port of entry. Celedon also had $1,980 on him at the time of his arrest, which he admitted was payment for human smuggling.

Facing a maximum sentence of 80 years on four counts of smuggling illegal aliens, bribery, and drug charges, his illegal activities serve as a stark reminder of the challenges faced in maintaining law enforcement integrity at the border.

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Emanuel Isac Celedon, a former Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer, pleaded guilty to smuggling migrants into the U.S. and accepting bribes for drug trafficking, authorities confirmed on Monday. show more
March 14, 2024
William Upton
Education
Politics

Biden Dept Sued Over Federal Election Law Breaches.

Nonpartisan government watchdog Protect the Public’s Trust initiated legal action against the U.S. Department of Education on Wednesday, alleging the department knowingly failed to respond to a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. The group had requested documents related to a Biden government decision allowing the use of federal work-study program funds for election-related activities.

In the initial FOIA request made about one and a half years ago, the watchdog group questioned the Biden Education Department’s decision allowing the federal work-study funds for activities such as “broad-based get-out-the-vote, voter registration, providing voter assistance at a polling place or through a voter hotline, or serving as a poll worker.” Critics allege the Biden government’s policy change regarding work-study funds could potentially breach federal law.

“Not only has [the Education Department] performed a 180 on guidance designed to prevent the use of federal funds for partisan purposes, but the agency also is also trying to avoid its obligations under the law to provide records about this program,” said Protect the Public’s Trust director Michael Chamberlain in a statement. He added: “After a year and a half, we still don’t know when or even whether Education will produce the documents. Trust in government is at an all-time low. If it’s going to be restored, citizens must be certain that the bureaucracy works for them, and not for political purposes.”

Jason Snead, the Executive Director of the Honest Elections Project, went further, accusing the Biden government of exploiting federal resources for their re-election. “The Biden administration is weaponizing the federal government to aid its own re-election efforts. Using tax dollars to pay overwhelmingly liberal college students to register and turn out voters is only the latest scandal,” he said.

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Nonpartisan government watchdog Protect the Public’s Trust initiated legal action against the U.S. Department of Education on Wednesday, alleging the department knowingly failed to respond to a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. The group had requested documents related to a Biden government decision allowing the use of federal work-study program funds for election-related activities. show more
March 14, 2024
Crime
NatSec
News

Did John Kerry Conduct ‘Shadow Diplomacy’ With Tehran? 👀

House Republicans, led by Florida representative Mike Waltz, are insisting that John Kerry reveal specifics about his self-proclaimed “shadow diplomacy” with Iran during Trump’s administration.

The five GOP members, who are requesting Kerry provide all records of his ‘private correspondence’ with Javad Zarif, former Iranian foreign minister, believe understanding the nature of these communications is critical. They contend that discussions related to sanctions imposed by the Trump administration may have likely breached the Logan Act.

The Logan Act, enacted in 1799 under President John Adams, forbids private individuals from unauthorized communication with foreign governments in an attempt to shape that government’s interactions with the United States.

The group is also comprised of Representatives Brian Mast and Byron Donalds (R-FL), Keith Self (R-TX), and Gary Palmer (R-AL). They seek assurance from Kerry that he will retire his ‘shadow diplomacy’ if Trump retakes office.

During a 2018 radio interview, Kerry acknowledged meeting Zarif “three or four times” after his tenure as Obama’s Secretary of State, with a focus on eliciting Iran’s role in altering the dynamic in the Middle East for the better.

In their recent letter, the GOP lawmakers compare Kerry’s actions unfavorably to then-Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy’s efforts to negotiate with the Soviets, suggesting that history would likely not be kind to Kerry’s clandestine efforts. They underscore the necessity to prevent any future private diplomatic affairs that could inadvertently amplify Iran’s strength.

Kerry, who also served as special envoy for climate under the Biden regime, recently resigned his position.

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House Republicans, led by Florida representative Mike Waltz, are insisting that John Kerry reveal specifics about his self-proclaimed “shadow diplomacy” with Iran during Trump’s administration. show more
March 14, 2024
Ed Kozak
Immigration
News
World

Haiti Mass Migration Alert! ⚠️

The Department of Defense has been warned of a potential “maritime mass migration” from Haiti to South Florida due to the deteriorating conditions in the Caribbean nation.

In her recent testimony, Rebecca Zimmerman, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Homeland Defense and Hemispheric Affairs, addressed these concerns at a House Armed Services Committee hearing. Representative Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) posed crucial questions about the fine line between Haiti and a failed state, highlighting the disastrous implications on Florida from a possible surge of Haitian migrants due to gang-related violence and governmental instability in Haiti.

“At the moment, we have not yet seen large numbers, what we would characterize as maritime mass migration,” Zimmerman said. “We are alert to that possibility. I think you’re right that the driving conditions in Haiti could very well press more people. We recently approved some additional assistance we could provide to the Coast Guard.”

Zimmerman’s promise of “some additional assistance” to the Coast Guard is unlikely to assuage potential Haitian mass migration concerns.

“Haiti is facing a crisis of Biblical Proportions,” Rep. Maria Salazar (R-Fla.), Chair of the House Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere, said. “With gangs overrunning the country, we need to contain this crisis before it overflows to the rest of the Western Hemisphere. Republicans are asking for a clear plan and accountability for the use of U.S resources. We want to see the crisis in Haiti come to an end immediately but need to do it responsibly.”

 

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The Department of Defense has been warned of a potential “maritime mass migration” from Haiti to South Florida due to the deteriorating conditions in the Caribbean nation. show more
March 14, 2024
William Upton
NatSec
News
Politics

Ex Obama AG Loretta Lynch is Lobbying the Pentagon on Behalf of China.

GOP House Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-NY) blasted former Attorney General Loretta Lynch for allegedly lobbying on behalf of the Chinese drone company DJI. According to Stefanik, the former Obama government official has been tasked with lobbying the Pentagon on the Chinese company’s behalf. The Department of Defense identifies DJI as a Chinese military tech producer.

“It is disgraceful but unsurprising that Barack Obama’s former Attorney General Loretta Lynch is now working on behalf of a Communist Chinese drone company that the Department of Defense has identified as a Chinese military company,” Stefanik told Fox News, continuing: “Former Attorney General Loretta Lynch is lobbying the DOD to request they remove DJI from this list so the Communist Chinese company can operate with impunity in America.”

“U.S. government officials, both past and present, should be working to ban these Communist Chinese spy drones and bolster the domestic drone industry, not advocating on behalf of a Chinese military company and the Chinese Communist Party,” Stefanik added.

Lynch, who served as Attorney General in the Obama government, now works for law firm Paul, Weiss. Her specialties include Congressional investigations and national security. The former Attorney General is believed to have requested that the Pentagon delist DJI as a Chinese military company. Although it’s legal for attorneys to represent foreign clients without mandatory public disclosure, Stefanik says Lynch’s efforts are concerning.

Meanwhile, Stefanik and GOP House Select Committee on China Chair Mike Gallagher (R-WI) are spearheading an effort to prevent DJI from operating on U.S. infrastructure by introducing the Countering CCP Drones Act. The potential legislation comes amid an escalating national discourse on foreign powers’ influence and security breaches concerning American communication systems.

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GOP House Conference Chair Elise Stefanik (R-NY) blasted former Attorney General Loretta Lynch for allegedly lobbying on behalf of the Chinese drone company DJI. According to Stefanik, the former Obama government official has been tasked with lobbying the Pentagon on the Chinese company’s behalf. The Department of Defense identifies DJI as a Chinese military tech producer. show more
March 14, 2024
Media
UK

UK Bans Foreign State Ownership of Newspapers in Blow to Jeff Zucker.

Ousted CNN boss Jeff Zucker’s plan to acquire Britain’s Daily Telegraph is in jeopardy as the UK government moves forward with legislation banning foreign state ownership of newspapers and news magazines. Zucker’s bid strongly depends on support from the United Arab Emirates.

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s decision was triggered by concerns over foreign control of influential British media outlets. These stemmed directly from the use of Emirati funds in Zucker’s bid. The Telegraph, along with its sister publication, The Spectator, holds considerable sway in British politics.

Zucker’s business, RedBird IMI, will now have to reconsider its approach. This could include seeking new investment partners and reducing the Emirati stake to comply with the upcoming rules.

Prominent members of the Conservative Party, including broadcaster Andrew Neil and Fraser Nelson, editor of The Spectator, publicly criticized Zucker’s reliance on Emirati funding. This amplified the political scrutiny of overseas influence on British institutions and rallied further opposition among Conservative lawmakers.

The acquisition was already under review by British regulators. The proposed legislation restricting foreign state ownership is expected to pass in Parliament, given the Conservative Party’s solid majority.

Zucker is a controversial figure in American media and politics. At CNN, he encouraged staff to divide America and promoted alleged scandals surrounding the Trump administration. He also presided over multiple internal sex scandals.

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Ousted CNN boss Jeff Zucker's plan to acquire Britain's Daily Telegraph is in jeopardy as the UK government moves forward with legislation banning foreign state ownership of newspapers and news magazines. Zucker's bid strongly depends on support from the United Arab Emirates. show more
March 14, 2024
Election 2024
Election Integrity

RNC Sues Michigan For Failure To Maintain State Voter Rolls.

On Wednesday, the Republican National Committee (RNC) initiated a legal challenge against Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson (D). Court filings accuse Benson of neglecting her responsibility to maintain the state’s voter rolls in accordance with federal law.

“Election integrity starts with clean voter rolls, and that’s why the National Voter Registration Act requires state officials to keep their rolls accurate and up-to-date,” newly-elected RNC co-chair Michael Whatley said in a statement. He added: “Jocelyn Benson has failed to follow the NVRA, leaving Michigan with inflated and inaccurate voter rolls ahead of the 2024 election.”

Analysis conducted by the RNC indicates inflated voter roll counts in 76 out of 83 of Michigan’s counties. According to the RNC’s filing, the discrepancy in voter roll numbers proves that Michigan is not in compliance with the federal National Voter Registration Act (NVRA). The federal election law requires state election officials to maintain updated and accurate voter rolls for federal elections.

The RNC’s lawsuit is seeking relief in the form of a court order directing Michigan election officials to establish and apply a comprehensive and effective voter list maintenance program. The program, they argue, will serve to bring Michigan into compliance with federal election law and reduce incidents of voter fraud. In addition to Benson, Michigan Bureau of Elections Director Jonathan Brater is listed as a co-defendant in the case.

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On Wednesday, the Republican National Committee (RNC) initiated a legal challenge against Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson (D). Court filings accuse Benson of neglecting her responsibility to maintain the state’s voter rolls in accordance with federal law. show more
March 14, 2024
Ed Kozak
Corruption
News
Politics
World

Poland’s New Globalist Govt Fires 50 Diplomats.

Poland’s new globalist government announced Wednesday its intention to recall 50 ambassadors appointed by the previous right-wing administration.

The Foreign Ministry claimed the initiative is part of an overarching strategy to improve the effectiveness of their diplomatic missions. The government refrained from releasing the names of the diplomats being recalled, leaving Foreign Minister Radek Sikorski to manage the process, which Prime Minister Donald Tusk has approved.

The Foreign Ministry also conveyed that the diplomatic reshuffle was critical to ensure a proficient execution of Poland’s complex foreign policy, without explicitly mentioning any timeline or plans for replacements. Despite this, the decision may face opposition from President Andrzej Duda, known for his connections with the previous government and his criticism of Tusk.

In circumstances where the recalls do not receive presidential approval, the Charges d’Affaires would control the missions. Despite emphasizing the need for “loyal envoys” in this challenging time — with neighboring Ukraine and Russia at war — Tusk insisted the recalls were “not a retaliation” against the former nationalist-populist Law and Justice government.

However, Tusk’s claims that the recalls are not “retaliation” against the former government have been met with skepticism, as his regime moved to arrest political opponents almost as soon as it took power.

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Poland’s new globalist government announced Wednesday its intention to recall 50 ambassadors appointed by the previous right-wing administration. show more
March 14, 2024
Jack Montgomery
News
Politics
TECH

WATCH: ‘They’re Whores’ – Laura Loomer Exposes Pay-for-Play Congressional TikTok Apologists.

Investigative reporter Laura Loomer has slammed TikTok apologists in the U.S. Congress as “bought and paid for” by vested interests, willing to sell their country out “like a bunch of cheap hookers.”

Speaking on Steve Bannon’s War Room, Loomer said, “we have to be aggressive with these people because they’re whores.”

“I have to expose these political prostitutes for what they are,” she continued, highlighting Senator Rand Paul and Senator Mike Lee, in particular.

“[They] are on Twitter… talking about how, ‘Oh, we are against a ban on TikTok because it is a violation of freedom of expression’ – but then what they don’t want to tell you is that they are bankrolled by Jeffrey Yass, who is a billionaire GOP megadonor and also happens to be the largest U.S. investor to TikTok,” she explained.

“Rand Paul didn’t disclose the fact that he received $2.3 million dollars from Jeffrey Yass,” she said, adding Lee also received a “max donation” from the billionaire.

Paul has reportedly received over $10 million from Jeffrey Yass, whose stake in China-based TikTok parent company ByteDance is worth around $33 billion, since 2020.

Yas has been “bullying” a number of GOP lawmakers over legislation that would force TikTok to cut ties with ByteDance, explained by The National Pulse editor-in-chief Raheem Kassam on Wednesday.

The Kentucky Senator, who has characterized the communist influence tool as nothing but “a few dance videos,” posted on X that “reactionaries” are wrong to say TikTok is “owned by China,” citing its “international investors” – like Yass.

Paul’s post was slapped with a Community Note advising X users the Chinese state holds “a ‘golden share’ stake in ByteDance,” allowing it “to outvote all other shareholders.”

The CCP holds also controls one of three veto-wielding seat on ByteDance’s three-man board of directors, occupied by CCP executive Wu Shugang.

Loomer took particular issue with Paul’s free speech defense of TikTok, asking: “Since when does the Chinese Communist Party care about freedom of speech?”

“If you make a TikTok video and you criticize Xi Jinping you will go to jail; you will be thrown into a Chinese concentration camp like the Uyghurs,” she added.

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Investigative reporter Laura Loomer has slammed TikTok apologists in the U.S. Congress as “bought and paid for” by vested interests, willing to sell their country out “like a bunch of cheap hookers.” show more

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With all the noise around ByteDance being a completely above board, American-style business, totally independent of the CCP, it’s worth taking a second to cut through the noise around algorithms and shareholders to remind ourselves what “private enterprise” looks like in a communist dictatorship
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With all the noise around ByteDance being a completely above board, American-style business, totally independent of the CCP, it’s worth taking a second to cut through the noise around algorithms and shareholders to remind ourselves what “private enterprise” looks like in a communist dictatorship show more
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March 14, 2024
William Upton
Election 2024
Immigration

Biden’s Abandonment of Working Class, Embrace of Mass Immigration Is Sinking Him Among Black Male Voters.

Joe Biden’s embrace of far-left progressive policies is costing him black male voters.

Biden’s dwindling support amongst Black male voters is becoming a pressing issue for his re-election campaign. Unlike other demographics within the Democratic coalition, Black men comprise a critical voter base in crucial battleground states like  Georgia.

According to Roger House, professor emeritus of American Studies at Emerson College, Biden’s abandonment of working-class economics in favor of mass immigration and other progressive policy priorities is at the root of the collapse in support. House contends Biden’s policy agenda has been captured by the likes of Vice President Kamala Harris and the more progressive elements of the Congressional Black Caucus, who are out of touch with the needs of the working class.

“Biden’s reluctance to crusade for working-class men is mind-boggling,” House wrote in the Daily Beast, adding: “One suspects it stems from the priorities of a coterie of upper-class Black confidants, like Vice President Kamala Harris, who tend to keep the constituency at arm’s length.”

House says he believes Georgia’s upcoming presidential primary will be telling for Biden. He predicts the Democrat incumbent will experience a similar underperformance among Black men as the Stacey Abrams gubernatorial campaign did in 2022. Abrams, House contents, listened to consultants who convinced her that criminal justice reform was the vote-moving issue for Black men. Meanwhile, her opponent, Governor Brian Kemp, focused on “pocketbook” issues — drawing support from working-class white and Black men. Kemp easily won the election with 53.4 percent of the vote to Abrams’s 45.9 percent.

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Joe Biden’s embrace of far-left progressive policies is costing him black male voters. show more