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December 18, 2024
Politics

GOP Lawmakers Blast Speaker Johnson’s Continuing Resolution, Will Need Dem Support to Pass.

Congressional Republicans are lining up in opposition to a new government spending proposal to prevent a partial shutdown on Saturday, December 21, 2024. Subsequently, Republican lawmakers are voicing their disdain for the stop-gap spending measure, hammering the bill as an omnibus masquerading as a continuing resolution (CR).

Rep. Kat Cammack (R-FL) sarcastically suggested that conservative Republicans should create an OnlyFans account, commenting on how often they feel disregarded. “Conservative Republicans should start an OnlyFans account considering how often we get screwed… The CR is a bad deal,” the Florida Republican wrote in a post on X (formerly Twitter).

Meanwhile, Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) demanded his colleagues oppose the bill after the legislative language was made public. In a social media post, Sen. Lee shamed fellow Republicans for backing the spending measure: “Like a dog to its vomit, big-spending Republicans in Congress are returning to what’s familiar & neglecting what’s necessary.”

Adding to the chorus of critique, Rep. Paul Gosar (R-AZ) stated his intent to oppose the proposal. Gosar described the CR as a “garbage” document, making clear his refusal to support it. Meanwhile, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) called it a “Christmas CR lump of coal.” Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) also affirmed her opposition with a simple “nope.”

Similarly, Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL) criticized Republican leaders, arguing they failed to introduce a clean CR. The Florida Senator noted that House and Senate leadership’s lack of fiscal restraint illustrates why the country needs President-elect Donald J. Trump and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). An initiative set up by Trump to tackle government spending and waste, DOGE is being advised by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy. Musk voiced his opposition to the spending bill as well.

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Congressional Republicans are lining up in opposition to a new government spending proposal to prevent a partial shutdown on Saturday, December 21, 2024. Subsequently, Republican lawmakers are voicing their disdain for the stop-gap spending measure, hammering the bill as an omnibus masquerading as a continuing resolution (CR). show more
December 17, 2024
Election 2024
News
Politics

WATCH: ‘Biden Is, Like, Dead’ – NatSec Council Advisor Exposes President’s Decline.

A national security advisor to President Joe Biden has claimed that his mental faculties are waning, and he struggles to articulate himself behind closed doors. Undercover reporters from O’Keefe Media Group (OMG) have reportedly captured Henry Appel, a National Security Advisor, discussing Biden’s cognitive condition in an undercover video.

Appel told an undercover journalist that Biden struggles with articulating sentences, revealing that the situation has progressed. “Joe Biden is, like, dead. Not literally. Like, he, like, can’t say a sentence,” he said.

He recounted an incident where President Biden, during a trip with National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, forgot Sullivan was accompanying him. “Everybody recognizes” the Democrat’s cognitive challenges, Appel is reported to have said. “I can’t believe it wasn’t a bigger scandal earlier,” he said.

Appel went on to describe the emotional response within Biden’s team the morning after the election results, noting that many staff members were in tears.

Appel shared concerns about the incoming Trump administration’s potential investigations, expressing apprehension about needing new employment and the possibility of political scrutiny.

Appel also commented on the transition period when Biden stepped down, passing election leadership responsibilities to Vice President Kamala Harris. He noted dissatisfaction within Biden’s team about the transition, stating they felt marginalized.

Biden’s cognitive decline had been apparent for months, if not years, prior to the debate with President-elect Donald J. Trump that sank his reelection campaign. However, it was not until after this disastrous contest that the media and others questioned Biden’s cognitive decline.

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A national security advisor to President Joe Biden has claimed that his mental faculties are waning, and he struggles to articulate himself behind closed doors. Undercover reporters from O'Keefe Media Group (OMG) have reportedly captured Henry Appel, a National Security Advisor, discussing Biden's cognitive condition in an undercover video. show more
December 17, 2024
Politics

Biden Govt Rushing to Hire 1,200 DEI Officials Before Trump Takes Office.

According to a recent analysis of federal job postings, the Biden-Harris government is recruiting up to 1,200 staff for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) roles. These positions, advertised with annual salaries reaching $310,000, could collectively amount to $160 million annually. The hiring effort is timed to rush onboarding new federal employees before President-elect Donald J. Trump takes office in January.

At least 33 DEI roles were advertised shortly after Trump’s election. The application window for these roles is timed to close before he is set to be inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States.

Trump has repeatedly promised to uproot the Deep State and fire federal employees who attempt to undermine his policies. However, the hiring frenzy appears aimed at stacking the government with new ideologues to resist the President-elect. Notably, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a vacancy for a Deputy Assistant Secretary for Minority Health on November 15, offering a salary up to $221,900. This role, which aims to advance health “equity,” closed applications by November 29, and the current administration is reviewing applicants.

Notable agencies like the Federal Deposit Insurance Commission (FDIC) are seeking to fill positions with substantial remuneration. A Director of the Office of Minority and Women Inclusion role is listed with a telecommuting option and a $310,000 salary. This position is tasked with developing and executing DEI strategies across the FDIC.

Similarly, other federal entities are pursuing roles to bolster DEI frameworks. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently entertained applications for an affirmative employment specialist, while the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reviewing candidates for a supplier diversity officer position.

Some agencies have discontinued DEI-related job postings, including a canceled Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Advisor role at the State Department.

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According to a recent analysis of federal job postings, the Biden-Harris government is recruiting up to 1,200 staff for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) roles. These positions, advertised with annual salaries reaching $310,000, could collectively amount to $160 million annually. The hiring effort is timed to rush onboarding new federal employees before President-elect Donald J. Trump takes office in January. show more
December 17, 2024
Health
Politics

Trump Targets Pharmacy Middlemen in New Healthcare Push to Cut Costs.

President-elect Donald J. Trump has announced he will move to eliminate Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs), criticizing them for inflating healthcare costs. Speaking at a press conference at his Mar-A-Lago residence on Monday, Trump argued that PBMs profit excessively without directly contributing to drug manufacturing. He indicated that his nominees for Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)—Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., and Dr. Mehmet Oz, respectively—have discussed extensive plans to address these issues.

“The horrible middleman that makes more money, frankly, than the drug companies, and they don’t do anything except they’re a middleman. We’re going to knock out the middleman,” Trump said. Meanwhile, Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA), an ally of the President-elect, plans to initiate measures against big insurance middlemen as part of the year-end government spending package. Johnson is expected to release the spending bill text this week, aligning with Trump’s goal of reducing the influence of PBMs.

PBMs, including CVS Caremark, Express Scripts, and OptumRx, command about 80 percent of the PBM market and oversee drug benefits for over 270 million Americans. Critics argue that PBMs drive up prescription prices by promoting costlier medicines on formularies, which are crucial for determining patient drug access. Pharmacy Benefit Managers’ influence on pricing and available medicines remains highly controversial, with allegations of prioritizing profits over patient needs.

Previously, Trump sought to reform the system by introducing a policy allowing seniors to benefit directly from drug manufacturers’ rebates. However, the Biden government repealed this rule under the Inflation Reduction Act, reversing potential savings for seniors.

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Image by Gage Skidmore.

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President-elect Donald J. Trump has announced he will move to eliminate Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs), criticizing them for inflating healthcare costs. Speaking at a press conference at his Mar-A-Lago residence on Monday, Trump argued that PBMs profit excessively without directly contributing to drug manufacturing. He indicated that his nominees for Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)—Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., and Dr. Mehmet Oz, respectively—have discussed extensive plans to address these issues. show more
December 17, 2024
News
Politics
World

Trump Welcomes Resignation of Canada’s ‘Totally Toxic’ Deputy Prime Minister.

President-elect Donald J. Trump has slammed Canada’s former Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, Chrystia Freeland, following her resignation, describing the globalist’s conduct as “totally toxic.” Trump made the comments on his social media platform Truth Social. “Her behavior was totally toxic and not at all conducive to making deals that are good for the very unhappy citizens of Canada. She will not be missed!!!” Trump said.

Freeland resigned after Trump proposed imposing a 25 percent tariff on Canadian goods entering the United States. Trump is demanding that Canada secure its border to avoid the tariffs.

Canada remains one of the United States’ largest export markets. Any increased tariffs would likely have significant repercussions for the Canadian economy.

Freeland resigned mere hours before the anticipated announcement of Canada’s Fall fiscal report. This confirmed a deficit of nearly $62 billion CAD. In her resignation letter, Freeland expressed disagreement with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over handling the tariff threat, emphasizing the need for a strategic, resource-conscious approach. She slammed Trudeau for “costly political gimmicks” and called for the tariff threat to be taken seriously.

After her resignation, Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc was appointed her successor. LeBlanc, a longtime ally of Trudeau, assumes his role amid internal political turmoil and public dissatisfaction.

Some Members of Parliament (MPs) for Trudeau’s Liberal Party have joined opposition leaders in calling for Trudeau’s resignation, urging an immediate election. Polling shows the Liberals would decisively lose a snap election to the Conservative Party (CPC). Trudeau also risks not being re-elected in his parliamentary seat.

Image via World Economic Forum/Sandra Blaser.

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President-elect Donald J. Trump has slammed Canada's former Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, Chrystia Freeland, following her resignation, describing the globalist's conduct as "totally toxic." Trump made the comments on his social media platform Truth Social. "Her behavior was totally toxic and not at all conducive to making deals that are good for the very unhappy citizens of Canada. She will not be missed!!!" Trump said. show more
December 17, 2024
William Upton
Crime
Politics

Congressional Report Accuses Liz Cheney of Tampering with J6 Witness, Recommends FBI Investigation.

An interim report on the January 6 Capitol riots accuses former Congresswoman Liz Cheney (R-WY) of illegally tampering with witnesses who testified before the Democrat-controlled January 6 Select Committee during the previous Congress. Released on Tuesday, the House Administration Oversight Subcommittee report reveals Cheney coached former Trump White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson on her testimony, urging her to alter parts of her story.

“Based on the evidence obtained by this Subcommittee, numerous federal laws were likely broken by Liz Cheney, the former Vice Chair of the January 6 Select Committee, and these violations should be investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation,” the committee states. Chaired by Representative Barry Loudermilk (R-GA), the House Administration Oversight Subcommittee report continues: “Evidence uncovered by the Subcommittee revealed that former Congresswoman Liz Cheney tampered with at least one witness, Cassidy Hutchinson, by secretly communicating with Hutchinson without Hutchinson’s attorney’s knowledge.”

“This secret communication with a witness is improper and likely violates 18 U.S.C. 1512. Such action is outside the due functioning of the legislative process and therefore not protected by the Speech and Debate clause,” the report concludes.

Loudermilk’s investigation also suggests that Hutchinson committed perjury while testifying before the January 6 Select Committee, likely at Cheney’s behest. However, the report alleges that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has withheld critical documents from congressional investigators, making it difficult to confirm that the witness lied to Congress. Additionally, the document indicates that Hutchinson may have lied in her interview with the FBI following the events of January 6.

Witness tampering is considered a federal crime, with those convicted being sentenced to as much as 20 years in prison.

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An interim report on the January 6 Capitol riots accuses former Congresswoman Liz Cheney (R-WY) of illegally tampering with witnesses who testified before the Democrat-controlled January 6 Select Committee during the previous Congress. Released on Tuesday, the House Administration Oversight Subcommittee report reveals Cheney coached former Trump White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson on her testimony, urging her to alter parts of her story. show more
December 17, 2024
Media
Politics

DOJ Inspector General Says Schiff and Swalwell Behind Russia Hoax Leaks.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) Inspector General (IG) released a report last week revealing Democrat Members of Congress and their staff actively leaked classified materials to the media to push the Russia hoax narrative against President Donald J. Trump during his first term in office. According to the report, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) was aware of the classified leaks and their sources but failed to pursue the matter adequately.

Representatives Adam Schiff (D-CA) and Eric Swalwell (D-CA) were named in the report as having purposely leaked classified documents to several corporate media outlets. The report states that a whistleblower who served as a Democratic staffer on a congressional committee identified the two California Democrats to the FBI. The whistleblower stated they “suspected that Member 1 had previously leaked classified information and that Member 2 wanted to influence public opinion via the release of classified information.”

Additionally, the IG report states a senior Democrat congressional staffer was found to be communicating with at least three members of the media who subsequently published classified information that he had access to. However, despite evidence of the leak being handed over to the FBI, the agency declined to investigate further. The New York Times identified the suspected leaker as Michael Bahar.

The investigation included reviewing the communications of several congressional staffers. The DOJ appeared to monitor both Republican and Democrat staff members, as well as nonpartisan positions. A total of 21 Democrats and 20 Republicans had their communications analyzed. The report states that no charges were filed despite various individuals being implicated in leaks.

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The Department of Justice (DOJ) Inspector General (IG) released a report last week revealing Democrat Members of Congress and their staff actively leaked classified materials to the media to push the Russia hoax narrative against President Donald J. Trump during his first term in office. According to the report, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) was aware of the classified leaks and their sources but failed to pursue the matter adequately. show more
December 17, 2024
Jack Montgomery
Politics
UK

‘One More Chance to Save the West’ – Farage Holds ‘Historic Meeting’ with Elon Musk at Mar-a-Lago.

Reform Party leader Nigel Farage and party treasurer Nick Candy met with tech mogul Elon Musk at President-elect Donald J. Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Monday, December 16. “We had a great meeting with Elon Musk for an hour yesterday. We learned a great deal about the Trump ground game and will have ongoing discussions on other areas,” the pair said in a statement.

Farage is a longtime ally of President-elect Trump, having campaigned for him during his first run for the presidency in 2016. Trump, in turn, was one of the few international leaders to lend his weight to Farage’s efforts to secure Britain’s exit from the European Union (EU) the same year.

“We only have one more chance left to save the West and we can do great things together. Our thanks also to President Trump for allowing us to use Mar-A-Lago for this historic meeting. The special relationship is alive and well,” Farage and Candy, previously a major donor to the notionally center-right Conservative Party, said of the meeting.

Musk, who is of partly British descent, has clashed frequently with Britain’s far-left prime minister, Sir Keir Starmer, accusing him of presiding over a system of “two-tier” justice. He is rumored to be considering finding a way to support Farage’s efforts to supplant Starmer’s Labour Party—within the bounds of electoral finance laws—at the next British general election, which must be held no later than 2029.

Responding to a post shared by Farage of himself and Candy with Musk at Mar-a-Lago on the X platform, captioned “Britain Needs Reform,” Musk responded, “Absolutely.”

Image by Stuart Mitchell.

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Reform Party leader Nigel Farage and party treasurer Nick Candy met with tech mogul Elon Musk at President-elect Donald J. Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Monday, December 16. "We had a great meeting with Elon Musk for an hour yesterday. We learned a great deal about the Trump ground game and will have ongoing discussions on other areas," the pair said in a statement. show more

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So here’s what I know about this so far: The British political establishment is FREAKING OUT, fearing Musk may inject serious cash into Farage’s Reform Party operation at a time when both the Labour and Conservative parties are struggling with popularity and fundraising; Farage’s Reform really does need cash, and whatever laws or loopholes exist that would allow a foreigner like Musk to donate into the United Kingdom are being explored for rapid closure
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So here’s what I know about this so far: The British political establishment is FREAKING OUT, fearing Musk may inject serious cash into Farage’s Reform Party operation at a time when both the Labour and Conservative parties are struggling with popularity and fundraising; Farage’s Reform really does need cash, and whatever laws or loopholes exist that would allow a foreigner like Musk to donate into the United Kingdom are being explored for rapid closure show more
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December 17, 2024
News
Politics
UK

Brexit In Name Only: UK Dragged Into EU Court for Not Making Migration Easy Enough.

The European Union‘s unelected executive arm, the European Commission, has initiated legal action against the United Kingdom over alleged failures to adhere to ‘freedom of movement’ migration regulations following Brexit. This comes as pro-EU Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer looks to “reset” relations with the bloc, reportedly including moves to undo parts of Brexit.

The Commission has referred the United Kingdom to the Court of Justice of the European Union, citing non-compliance with the post-Brexit withdrawal agreement, particularly concerning the rights of residents to move and work in EU member states. The issue originated in May 2020 when the Commission accused Britain of impeding EU citizens and their families’ free movement rights. Despite previous communications and warnings, the Commission stated on Monday that several issues remain unresolved, particularly about workers’ rights and extended family members’ rights.

In his initial months in office, Prime Minister Starmer has prioritized a new deal with the EU. He is accused of setting up a “surrender squad” of pro-EU civil servants to negotiate with the bloc to roll back key parts of Brexit without technically re-joining the European Union.

Coinciding with the legal proceedings, it has emerged that Brussels plans to request that the British submit to certain EU laws in exchange for an improved trade agreement.

A strategy document suggests EU negotiators will demand British acceptance of the European Court of Justice’s jurisdiction as a condition for any enhanced trade deal, undermining national sovereignty. The document also emphasizes fishing rights—EU vessels have plundered the majority of fish in Britain’s territorial waters for many years—and a so-called “youth mobility scheme” allowing younger EU nationals to migrate to Britain easily.

Image via European Union–European Parliament.

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The European Union's unelected executive arm, the European Commission, has initiated legal action against the United Kingdom over alleged failures to adhere to 'freedom of movement' migration regulations following Brexit. This comes as pro-EU Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer looks to "reset" relations with the bloc, reportedly including moves to undo parts of Brexit. show more
December 16, 2024
News
Politics

WATCH: Bernie Warns Biden’s Pardon of Hunter Sets ‘Dangerous’ Precedent.

Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) has expressed concern over President Joe Biden’s decision to pardon his son, Hunter Biden, suggesting it might establish a dangerous “precedent” for future administrations.

Speaking on Sunday, Sanders acknowledged the personal aspect for Biden, noting the understandable desire of a parent to protect their family amidst political attacks. “When you have his opponents going after his family, as a father, as a parent, I think we can all understand Biden trying to protect his son and his family,” he said. “On the other hand, I think the precedent being set is kind of a dangerous one,” he added, warning that the scope of this pardon might create challenges for future presidents.

Biden’s White House pledged last year that he would not pardon his son Hunter after Hunter was indicted for several felonies, including lying about his drug habits on a federal firearms form. Despite that promise, Biden pardoned Hunter following the election victory of President-elect Donald J. Trump, granting sweeping immunity for any crimes Hunter committed or may have committed over a decade from 2014 to 2024.

U.S. District Court Judge Mark Scarsi, who presided over one of Hunter’s cases, called the pardon partially unconstitutional and an attempt to re-write history.

Following Hunter Biden’s pardon, others have called for pardons for top Democrats. Congressman Bennie Thompson (D-MS), former chair of the House Democrats’ January 6 Committee, stated he would accept a pardon if Biden offered it.

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Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) has expressed concern over President Joe Biden's decision to pardon his son, Hunter Biden, suggesting it might establish a dangerous "precedent" for future administrations. show more