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November 25, 2024
TRUMP TRANSITION 2024/5

REJOICE! One of Trump’s Most Loyal Aides *WILL* Be By His Side in the White House.

Donald J. Trump‘s upcoming presidency features a remarkable but low-profile figure in Natalie Harp, a 33-year-old former cable host. Harp is known for her unwavering loyalty, writing him adoring letters. While not widely recognized outside Trump’s circle, she is expected to hold a significant role within the White House, positioned close to the Oval Office.

Without an official title, Harp gained notoriety during Trump’s campaign as the “human printer” due to her practice of trailing Trump with a portable printer to deliver hard copies of information. Her role further extended into managing a dynamic network of communications comprising text messages, articles, and an array of information aimed at Trump.

One of Harp’s information sources is the dissident right news site The Gateway Pundit, which infuriates corporate media journalists. Information provided by Hart frequently finds its way to Trump’s social media platforms, demonstrating her behind-the-scenes influence.

Harp personally credits Trump with saving her life by championing the Right to Try law, allowing her to access lifesaving treatment for bone cancer. Clips of Trump dictating social media posts to Harp during Kamala Harris’s speech to the Democratic National Convention (DNC) earlier this year went viral, with supporters and detractors of the America First leader fascinated to see how his notorious posting sprees come together.

Image by Gage Skidmore.

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Donald J. Trump's upcoming presidency features a remarkable but low-profile figure in Natalie Harp, a 33-year-old former cable host. Harp is known for her unwavering loyalty, writing him adoring letters. While not widely recognized outside Trump's circle, she is expected to hold a significant role within the White House, positioned close to the Oval Office. show more
chutkan
November 25, 2024
William Upton
Breaking
Lawfare

BREAKING: Far-Left Judge Dismisses DC Case Against Trump.

Far-left U.S. District Court Judge Tanya Chutkan is dismissing Department of Justice special counsel Jack Smith’s case against President-elect Donald J. Trump in Washington, D.C. Earlier today, Smith filed a motion in federal court asking that the charges be dropped and the case dismissed, noting that the prohibition on prosecuting a sitting president is “categorical.”

“Dismissal without prejudice is appropriate here. Where a prosecutor moves to dismiss an indictment without prejudice, ‘there is a strong presumption in favor’ of that course,” the judge wrote. Chutkan goes on to note, however, that the immunity enjoyed by a president is only temporary—suggesting a future Democratic government could seek to revive the charges.

The Washington, D.C. prosecution involved allegations that Trump conspired to overturn the 2020 presidential election. While this federal prosecution is officially over, it is expected that the second DOJ case—currently under appeal in Florida—will soon be dismissed entirely as well.

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Far-left U.S. District Court Judge Tanya Chutkan is dismissing Department of Justice special counsel Jack Smith's case against President-elect Donald J. Trump in Washington, D.C. Earlier today, Smith filed a motion in federal court asking that the charges be dropped and the case dismissed, noting that the prohibition on prosecuting a sitting president is "categorical." show more
November 25, 2024
William Upton
Economy

Trump’s First Term Tariffs Are Helping Decouple the U.S. from China.

The tariffs enacted during President-elect Donald J. Trump’s first term in office—and largely continued under Joe Biden—are already fueling the start of a decoupling between the United States and the People’s Republic of China. When Trump’s tariffs first took effect in 2018, China accounted for just over 21 percent of U.S. imports. However, by 2023, that number has plunged to just below 14 percent.

Meanwhile, Mexico and Canada have seen their share among U.S. imports grow—albeit modestly. Currently, Mexico accounts for just under 16 percent of U.S. imports, up from around 12 percent in 2014. Canada, which saw its share of imports collapse over the last decade, has slightly rebounded and accounts for just under 14 percent of U.S. imports—about on par with China.

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Even with the modest increase in Mexican imports to the U.S., the data suggests the American economy is increasingly becoming more self-sufficient and less reliant on cheap products produced by China. President-elect Trump has promised to enact a new round of tariffs against China as the latter has continued its aggressive currency manipulation.

China routinely deflates its currency to create trade imbalances and maintain a cheap manufacturing environment. This practice disadvantages domestic industry in the U.S. Additionally, the rivalry between the U.S. and China necessitates further decoupling—especially among critical technology sectors—to further American national security interests.

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While Trump is pushing for new tariffs on a number of countries, those targeting China are far higher and more aggressive than those he intends to enact against countries in, for instance, the European Union. The latter is more an issue of trade leverage, with tariffs being a tool to push a ratcheting down of trade barriers.

Image by Gage Skidmore.

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The tariffs enacted during President-elect Donald J. Trump's first term in office—and largely continued under Joe Biden—are already fueling the start of a decoupling between the United States and the People's Republic of China. When Trump's tariffs first took effect in 2018, China accounted for just over 21 percent of U.S. imports. However, by 2023, that number has plunged to just below 14 percent. show more
November 25, 2024
Jack Montgomery
NatSec

REPORT: Trump to Oust Trannies from U.S. Military.

President-elect Donald J. Trump is reportedly set to implement an executive order to discharge transgender individuals serving in the U.S. military. Sources say the expected order will reverse Joe Biden’s policy that allowed trans individuals to serve openly. This move marks a continuation of Trump’s earlier stance; during his first term, he banned trans service members, citing medical costs and disruption.

The anticipated executive order is part of a broader series of directives that Trump aims to enact upon returning to office. Throughout his campaign, Trump pledged to protect American women and youth from LGBTQ ideology, with a particular focus on preventing minors from being subjected to transgender drug and hormone therapies and genital mutilation procedures and keeping biological males out of women-only spaces and sports teams.

Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) and Representative Nancy Mace (R-SC) have moved in parallel with the Trump transition team to try to ban biological males from women’s restrooms on Capitol Hill and in federal properties generally. This has incensed some in the transgender community, with an influencer who goes by ‘Venus Andromeda’ posting a video on Instagram saying he hopes to run into Mace in a women’s restroom so he can beat her to death.

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President-elect Donald J. Trump is reportedly set to implement an executive order to discharge transgender individuals serving in the U.S. military. Sources say the expected order will reverse Joe Biden's policy that allowed trans individuals to serve openly. This move marks a continuation of Trump's earlier stance; during his first term, he banned trans service members, citing medical costs and disruption. show more
November 25, 2024
Breaking

BREAKING: SDNY Attorney Resigns Abruptly Ahead of Trump Return.

Damian Williams, the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York (SDNY), announced his resignation, effective at 11:59 PM on December 13. The announcement came via a press release on Monday, in which Williams reflected on his tenure leading the office.

“Today is a bittersweet day for me, as I announce my resignation as United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York. It is bitter in the sense that I am leaving my dream job, leading an institution I love that is filled with the finest public servants in the world,” Williams said. He continued: “It is sweet in that I am confident I am leaving at a time when the Office is functioning at an incredibly high level—upholding and exceeding its already high standard of excellence, integrity, and independence.”

“That success is due to the career attorneys, staff members, and law enforcement agents of this Office. Working with them during my tenure has been a privilege of a lifetime,” the Biden appointee said, adding: “They are worthy custodians of this Office’s tradition of doing the right thing, the right way, for the right reasons. They are patriots. They are my family. And I will miss them dearly.”

Williams concluded: “I thank President Biden for nominating me as United States Attorney, and Attorney General Garland for leading the Department and supporting the Southern District of New York during my tenure. It has been an honor to serve the American people.”

In Williams’s absence, Edward Kim, the current Deputy U.S. Attorney, will assume duties as Acting U.S. Attorney for the district. Prior to the announcement of Williams’ resignation, President-elect Donald J Trump had nominated Jay Clayton, a former chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, for the role of U.S. Attorney in the same district.

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Damian Williams, the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York (SDNY), announced his resignation, effective at 11:59 PM on December 13. The announcement came via a press release on Monday, in which Williams reflected on his tenure leading the office. show more
November 25, 2024
Lawfare

‘All DOJ Staff Involved In Anti-Trump Lawfare Should be Fired’ Says Senator.

Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) has called for the immediate dismissal of all U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) staff involved in cases against President-elect Donald J. Trump. In an appearance on NBC’s Meet the Press, Schmitt alleged that the DOJ was “weaponized” under President Joe Biden and that the Democrat administration targeted Trump and his allies in what is tantamount to political persecution.

“After the midterms, Joe Biden said that there was no way President Trump would ever be back in the White House,” Schmitt noted, adding: “After that speech, these zombie cases were resurrected.”

Sen. Schmitt argued that the cases, which he described as unfounded, unraveled under scrutiny, calling for accountability. When questioned by NBC’s Kristen Welker about potential prosecutions of those involved, Schmitt clarified he advocated for their firing instead.

The DOJ has pursued Trump over efforts to challenge the 2020 election outcome and accusations of improper handling of classified materials post-presidency. Special counsel Jack Smith, who led the investigations, is believed to be finalizing plans to conclude these cases by December 2, with expectations of resignations within his team ahead of Trump’s inauguration.

President-elect Trump has indicated he intends to dismiss DOJ staff who handled the cases against him, opting to instead redirect department resources towards cracking down on instances of voter fraud or incidents where local election officials outright ignore election laws, as was recently seen in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.

Schmitt’s call for the dismissal of the DOJ staff who targeted Trump echoes similar calls by former Attorney General Bill Barr and Democrat election attorney Thomas Goldstein, who have both called on the DOJ to drop their prosecutions of Trump. Both Barr and Goldstein contend the American people issued their own verdict by returning Trump to the White House.

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Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) has called for the immediate dismissal of all U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) staff involved in cases against President-elect Donald J. Trump. In an appearance on NBC’s Meet the Press, Schmitt alleged that the DOJ was "weaponized" under President Joe Biden and that the Democrat administration targeted Trump and his allies in what is tantamount to political persecution. show more
Trump Border Mass Deportations
November 25, 2024
Data
Immigration

DATA: Majority Support Deportation of Illegals.

A majority of Americans support President-elect Donald J. Trump’s plan for mass deportations to address the illegal immigration crisis in the United States, according to a new survey. Trump’s stance on deportations has enjoyed significant support among the populace since late Spring, and data suggests the issue played a significant role in his landslide 2024 election victory.

The poll, conducted by YouGov on behalf of CBS, shows 57 percent of respondents supporting Trump’s deportation plan. However, Americans also appear wary of using U.S. military assets to remove illegal immigrants. According to the data, 82 percent of respondents said they want federal immigration and border patrol agencies to carry out the deportations. Meanwhile, 64 percent said they’d like to see federal law enforcement agencies involved. Forty percent said they would want the U.S. military involved in deportations.

Democratic respondents overwhelmingly express fear regarding threats to their rights under Trump. However, motivation to actively oppose his policies seems to have waned, with fewer Democrats feeling energized to contest his agenda compared to previous years.

The poll also indicates support—albeit more narrow—among Americans for Trump’s economic measures, particularly tariffs. Overall, 52 percent of respondents said they viewed Trump’s tariff plan as favorable, while 48 percent said they oppose the tariffs. Among self-identified Trump voters, the tariffs enjoy 83 percent support.

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A majority of Americans support President-elect Donald J. Trump's plan for mass deportations to address the illegal immigration crisis in the United States, according to a new survey. Trump's stance on deportations has enjoyed significant support among the populace since late Spring, and data suggests the issue played a significant role in his landslide 2024 election victory. show more
November 25, 2024
Economy
TRUMP TRANSITION 2024/5

Markets Are Rallying After Trump Tapped Scott Bessent for Treasury Secretary.

Financial markets rallied early Monday as stocks and bonds positively responded to President-elect Donald J. Trump‘s announcement that he is naming macro and hedge fund manager Scott Bessent as his Secretary of the Treasury. Bessent, the founder of Key Square Group, is perceived as a stabilizing influence anticipated to effectively manage the $28 trillion Treasuries market.

Dow futures were up nearly one percent before the opening bell. Meanwhile, S&P 500 futures had risen 0.5 percent.

Wall Street analysts see Bessent as a steady hand whose economic nationalist views fit well within the incoming Trump administration. Consequently, investors are signaling that Bessent’s even-handed and coherent economic vision aligns with their preferences, which—in part—explains Monday’s positive market reaction.

In recent years, Bessent has become a leading advocate for a combination of traditional fiscally conservative positions like tax cuts and regulatory reform. However, he’s also pushed a series of economic nationalist stances, including using tariffs as leverage in international trade negotiations.

A former adjunct professor at Yale University, Bessent is seen as having a significant influence among the more populist Republicans on Capitol Hill, including Vice President-elect J.D. Vance. Trump himself has referred to Bessent as “one of the most brilliant men on Wall Street.”

While Bessent was long considered the front-runner for Treasury Secretary, President-elect Trump was careful to weigh his options. Others considered were investment banker Howard Lutnick—who will serve as Secretary of Commerce—former Federal Reserve governor Kevin Warsh, and Mark Rowan of Apollo Global Management.

In addition to Lutnick and other members of Trump’s economic team, Bessent will oversee what is seen as a robust trade agenda, which will rely heavily on tariffs to level the international playing field.

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Financial markets rallied early Monday as stocks and bonds positively responded to President-elect Donald J. Trump's announcement that he is naming macro and hedge fund manager Scott Bessent as his Secretary of the Treasury. Bessent, the founder of Key Square Group, is perceived as a stabilizing influence anticipated to effectively manage the $28 trillion Treasuries market. show more
November 23, 2024
Data
Election 2024

Majority of Americans Back Trump’s Second Term Plans: Pew Research.

Following the 2024 election, American public sentiment toward President-elect Donald J. Trump has brightened significantly compared to previous elections. A Pew Research Center survey released on Friday highlights that 53 percent of Americans approve of Trump’s agenda for his upcoming term, compared to 46 percent disapproving.

This survey, conducted from November 12 to 17 with over 9,500 adult participants, reveals heightened confidence in Trump’s abilities concerning economic policy (59 percent), law enforcement and criminal justice (54 percent), immigration (53 percent), and foreign policy (53 percent).

The survey also measured feelings toward Trump, with 43 percent of participants indicating “warm” or “very warm” attitudes, up from 34 percent following the 2020 election and 36 percent post-2016.

These findings were corroborated by a Harvard CAPS/Harris poll, which reported a 54 percent approval rate for Trump as he prepares to assume office.

Trump’s early administrative actions included proposing Tom Homan as his “border czar” to enforce his campaign’s mass deportation promise. Polling taken before the November presidential election suggested that the majority of Americans support mass deportations and restrictions to limit the number of migrants who can claim asylum.

Young adult approval has notably surged, with a recent YouGov poll indicating a 57 percent approval rating among 18 to 29-year-olds—a 19-point rise from earlier in November.

There has been a shift toward right-wing and populist parties and politicians among young voters across the West in recent years. In Europe, several populist parties enjoy ample youth support, including the Austrian Freedom Party, which won the most youth votes in September’s national election.

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Following the 2024 election, American public sentiment toward President-elect Donald J. Trump has brightened significantly compared to previous elections. A Pew Research Center survey released on Friday highlights that 53 percent of Americans approve of Trump's agenda for his upcoming term, compared to 46 percent disapproving. show more
November 22, 2024
William Upton
TRUMP TRANSITION 2024/5

Trump Naming Macro Fund Manager Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary: Report.

President-elect Donald J. Trump is reportedly naming Scott Bessent as his Secretary of the Treasury, a position pivotal in government decisions regarding the U.S. economy and fiscal policy. During Trump’s first presidential administration, Steven Terner Mnuchin served in the role for all four years, assisting President Trump in building one of the most robust American economies in history.

Bessent, 61, was an early Trump backer, donating a million dollars to his 2016 presidential campaign. He has helped raise nearly $60 million for Trump since. Bessent, a macro fund manager, was an integral figure in monetary markets in the 1990s and early 2000s.

The former adjunct professor at Yale University is known for being friendly with Vice President-elect J.D. Vance and has been called “one of the most brilliant men on Wall Street” by Trump. Bessent, meanwhile, says he was drawn to back Trump again in 2024 after the Democrats launched their unprecedented lawfare campaign against the former Republican president.

In recent weeks, Bessent has argued that the Trump White House’s America First agenda will continue to strengthen the dollar and lead to the re-shoring of American jobs from overseas. During the 2024 campaign, the billionaire macro fund manager argued the economic rally fueled by a surging stock market was due in large part to investor anticipation of a second Trump term in office.

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President-elect Donald J. Trump is reportedly naming Scott Bessent as his Secretary of the Treasury, a position pivotal in government decisions regarding the U.S. economy and fiscal policy. During Trump's first presidential administration, Steven Terner Mnuchin served in the role for all four years, assisting President Trump in building one of the most robust American economies in history. show more