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April 3, 2025
Lawfare

DOGE Employee Takes Helm at U.S. Institute of Peace, Court Filing Reveals.

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❓What Happened: A court filing revealed that a Trump administration official from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is overseeing the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP).

👥 Who’s Involved: Nate Cavanaugh, an official of the Department of Government Efficiency, alongside board members from the U.S. Institute of Peace.

📍 Where & When: The developments were filed in federal court, with a status hearing conducted on Tuesday.

💬 Key Quote: “The deal is no longer merely ‘proposed’ but done, rendering plaintiffs’ requested relief moot as to that property,” said Judge Beryl Howell.

⚠️ Impact: The property of the U.S. Institute of Peace is in the process of being transferred to the General Services Administration, a move which could conclude despite judicial intervention efforts.

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Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) official Nate Cavanaugh has been appointed to replace the U.S. Institute of Peace’s temporary president, according to a recent court filing. The appointment, authorized by two of the institute’s board members, was revealed during a status hearing before U.S. District Court Judge Beryl Howell on Tuesday.

Established by Congress in 1984, the U.S. Institute of Peace has operated as a quasi-non-governmental organization (NGO) for decades—despite it ostensibly falling under the authority of the federal government’s executive branch. In February, President Donald J. Trump issued an executive order mandating the institute downsize its activities to a “statutory minimum.” However, the organization’s far-left leadership dismissed the order, arguing that the institute is a congressionally chartered NGO and not technically part of the executive branch.

The rejection of Trump’s executive order resulted in the institute’s leadership and staff being removed by police last month, with the Trump White House appointing an acting president to oversee its operations. In response to President Trump’s actions, the former leadership of the U.S. Institute of Peace filed a lawsuit in federal court claiming the Trump administration had engaged in an illegal attempt to seize control of the institute. The filing asked Judge Howell to halt the reorganization in order to stop what they allege is a “takeover by force.”

Despite the litigation, Cavanaugh has begun transferring the institute’s property to the General Services Administration (GSA), the government agency that oversees federal contracts and assets. Notably, the GSA has already terminated several federal leases at the urging of DOGE.

Tuesday’s status hearing regarding the request to halt the institute’s reorganization lasted for several hours. Judge Howell eventually ruled that the former leadership’s claims to the institute’s property were moot. “The deal is no longer merely ‘proposed’ but done, rendering plaintiffs’ requested relief moot as to that property,” the judge determined.

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April 2, 2025
William Upton
Breaking
Economy

BREAKING: Trump Announces ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs on Foreign Goods.

President Donald J. Trump has announced a series of new tariff rates at his administration’s “Liberation Day” event at the White House Rose Garden, including the imposition of a 10 percent across-the-board tariff on all foreign imports. In addition to the 10 percent blanket tariff, Trump is set to impose a series of targeted trade levies on imports from 60 nations—with the tariff rate often being set at half that which the targeted country places on American exports as an act of generosity.

“My fellow Americans, this is Liberation Day. April 2nd, 2025 will forever be remembered as the day American industry was reborn, the day America’s destiny was reclaimed, and the day that we began to Make America Wealthy Again,” Trump said. “For decades, our country has been looted, pillaged, raped, and plundered by nations near and far, both friend and foe alike. American steelworkers, autoworkers, farmers, and skilled craftsmen—we have a lot of them here today—they really suffered gravely; they watched in anguish as foreign leaders have stolen our jobs; foreign cheaters have ransacked our factories, and foreign scavengers have torn apart our once beautiful American dream.”

The America First leader went on to note: “We’re also standing up for our great farmers and ranchers who are brutalized by nations all over the world. Canada imposes a 250-300 percent tariff on many of our dairy products.”

Among the countries and regions facing additional tariffs above the 10 percent blanket rate are China, Vietnam, Taiwan, Japan, India, the European Union, South Africa, and South Korea. Notably, Chinese imports will be hit with a tariff rate of 34 percent and Indian goods will be tariffed at 26 percent.

Notably, Brexit has spared the United Kingdom, which faces only the base rate of 10 percent, from the 20 percent tariff imposed on the European Union.

Jack Montgomery contributed to this report.

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President Donald J. Trump has announced a series of new tariff rates at his administration's "Liberation Day" event at the White House Rose Garden, including the imposition of a 10 percent across-the-board tariff on all foreign imports. In addition to the 10 percent blanket tariff, Trump is set to impose a series of targeted trade levies on imports from 60 nations—with the tariff rate often being set at half that which the targeted country places on American exports as an act of generosity. show more
April 2, 2025
Economy

Tariffs Boosted Economy in Trump’s First Term.

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❓What Happened: President Donald J. Trump has announced new tariffs aimed at promoting fair trade and supporting American workers and businesses. Research shows tariffs boosted the economy in his first term.

👥 Who’s Involved: President Donald Trump, U.S. International Trade Commission, Economic Policy Institute, U.S. steel producers, American consumers.

📍 Where & When: United States, pledge made on the 2024 campaign trail and following President Trump’s inauguration.

💬 Key Quote: “Following implementation of Sec. 232 measures in 2018—and prior to the global downturn in 2020—U.S. steel output, employment, capital investment, and financial performance all improved,” the Economic Policy Institute reports.

⚠️ Impact: The tariffs resulted in reduced imports, increased domestic production, job creation, and investments in new or upgraded steel facilities.

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For the first time in several decades, the U.S. is poised to redefine its trade dynamics as President Donald J. Trump introduces tariffs aimed at equalizing trade conditions for American industries and American workers. This strategic move, reminiscent of actions taken during his first administration, aims to bolster economic growth.

Research conducted on the impact of tariffs from President Trump’s first term suggests that these measures fortified the U.S. economy. A 2024 study highlighted that tariffs resulted in significant reshoring in sectors such as manufacturing and steelmaking, while a 2023 U.S. International Trade Commission report revealed that tariffs curtailed imports from China and promoted local production.

The report indicated minor downstream price effects, aligning with findings by the Economic Policy Institute, which emphasized that the tariffs did not exacerbate inflation and had a negligible impact on prices overall.

“Following implementation of Sec. 232 measures in 2018—and prior to the global downturn in 2020—U.S. steel output, employment, capital investment, and financial performance all improved,” the Economic Policy Institute stated. This period saw U.S. steel producers commit over $15.7 billion to new or upgraded facilities, generating approximately 3,200 jobs.

A further analysis conducted by the Atlantic Council points to a potential increase in domestic product purchases prompted by tariffs. The Treasury Secretary under the Biden regime, Janet Yellen, supported this stance, stating that consumer prices would not significantly rise as a result of tariffs.

A separate 2024 economic analysis projected that a global 10 percent tariff could stimulate $728 billion in economic growth, create 2.8 million jobs, and lift real household incomes by 5.7 percent.

During President Trump’s first term, tariffs bolstered the iron ore industry in Minnesota, supported thousands of new jobs, led to investments exceeding $10 billion, and decreased steel and aluminum imports by nearly one-third from 2016 to 2020.

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April 2, 2025
Election Integrity
Lawfare

Trump Hails Wisconsin Voter ID Win as Key to Long-Term Electoral Success.

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❓What Happened: More than 60 percent of Wisconsin voters approved a state constitutional amendment to enforce voter ID requirements, strengthening existing state election laws.

👥 Who’s Involved: Wisconsin voters, President Donald J. Trump, Republicans, Democrats, Judge Susan Crawford, and Brad Schimel.

📍 Where & When: Wisconsin’s Spring Election this past Tuesday.

💬 Key Quote: Trump on Truth Social stated, “This is a BIG WIN FOR REPUBLICANS, MAYBE THE BIGGEST WIN OF THE NIGHT.”

⚠️ Impact: Strengthens the Republican position in Wisconsin, making it more challenging to alter voter ID laws through legal and legislative actions. Despite the win, a left-leaning judge was elected to the state Supreme Court, which could pave the way for other Democratic Party-backed changes to Wisconsin’s election laws.

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Wisconsin voters have decisively approved a constitutional amendment that strengthens state voter ID requirements, with over 60 percent in favor. This new amendment will fortify existing voter ID laws, which have been in place since 2011, from legal and legislative challenges.

President Donald J. Trump praised the amendment’s approval by Wisconsin voters, suggesting it secures a strategic advantage for Republicans in the state for the foreseeable future. “VOTER I.D. JUST APPROVED IN WISCONSIN ELECTION. Democrats fought hard against this, presumably so they can CHEAT. This is a BIG WIN FOR REPUBLICANS, MAYBE THE BIGGEST WIN OF THE NIGHT,” Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social late Tuesday night.

He added: “IT SHOULD ALLOW US TO WIN WISCONSIN, LIKE I JUST DID IN THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION, FOR MANY YEARS TO COME!”

Republicans in Wisconsin pushed for the constitutional amendment to protect the law from potential changes by a future Democratic government or the state’s Supreme Court. Tuesday’s election also saw far-left judge Susan Crawford defeat conservative candidate Brad Schimel in a race for an open seat on the state’s high court—placing further importance on the adoption of the voter ID amendment.

Voter ID laws remain almost universally popular among the broader American electorate. Notably, an October survey by Gallup found that 84 percent of voters support the election integrity measures. However, the Democratic Party—through lawfare and legislative action—continues to work against voter ID requirements, claiming such laws disenfranchise voters.

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April 2, 2025
William Upton
Economy
World

‘Liberation Day’ and Trump’s Reciprocal Trade Tariffs Explained.

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❓What Happened: President Donald J. Trump is set to unveil his reciprocal tariff policy aimed at ending unfair trade practices used by other nations against the United States.

👥 Who’s Involved: President Trump, numerous countries, and leaders around the world.

📍 Where & When: “Liberation Day” press conference at the White House’s Rose Garden on Wednesday, April 2 at 4PM EST.

💬 Key Quote: “For the first time in decades, the United States will see fair trade as President Donald J. Trump announces tariffs to level the playing field for American workers and businesses,” the White House said on Wednesday.

⚠️ Impact: The Trump White House argues the tariffs will push foreign countries to reduce their own trade barriers against the United States eventually, but until they do, Americans will benefit from the increased revenue from import duties. Other world leaders say they fear the move will kick off a large-scale trade war.

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President Donald J. Trump will announce his reciprocal tariff policy today during a 4:00PM “Liberation Day” press conference at the White House’s Rose Garden. Despite intense media, corporate, and investor interest in how the tariffs will be structured, few details have emerged before the afternoon announcement. However, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt did state on Tuesday that the trade levies would be “effective immediately” following the Rose Garden event.

The White House has framed the tariff measures as a means to “free” American workers and domestic industries from unfair import duties and other trade restrictions enacted by foreign nations, forcing the United States to run a trade deficit. President Trump has repeatedly emphasized that the lack of action by past American leaders has resulted in the U.S. being “ripped off” by its major foreign trade partners.

While critics of Trump’s aggressive America First trade policy have tried to paint the reciprocal tariffs as overly broad—arguing instead for smaller, more targeted measures—only around 10 to 20 countries will be significantly impacted. Only around 15 foreign nations—who impose high tariff barriers against the U.S. but enjoy most of the U.S. trade volume—account for the entirety of America’s trillion-dollar trade deficit.

Although the White House has kept the actual rates at which the reciprocal tariffs will be imposed under a tight lid, based on recent revenue estimates cited by Trump administration officials, they are likely to be pegged at 10 percent, 25 percent, or 35 percent. Notably, the higher rate estimates account for the Trump administration including other foreign trade restrictions—such as the European Union’s value-added tax (VAT)—in their reciprocal tariff calculations.

The other central question surrounding reciprocal tariffs is whether they will be blanket—covering all exports from the nation they’re imposed on—or sector-based, targeting specific foreign industries instead. A blanket tariff could risk significant retaliation against U.S. exports by the targeted countries, though the substantial economic pressure they’d create may also force foreign leaders to quickly move to drop trade barriers in order to end the U.S. import duties. Meanwhile, industrial sector-based tariffs would give the Trump administration a degree of flexibility, allowing for the strategic targeting of foreign industries—though more targeted trade levies may have less of an economic and political impact overall.

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April 2, 2025
NatSec
UK

Trump ‘Approves’ Contentious Chagos Islands Deal.

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❓What Happened: President Donald J. Trump has allegedly approved Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Chagos Islands deal, which involves the United Kingdom and China-aligned Mauritius finalizing an agreement over the islands.

👥 Who’s Involved: Donald Trump, Keir Starmer, the British government, the Mauritian government, and the U.S. government.

📍 Where & When: Discussions have developed since February, with meetings occurring in Washington, D.C.

💬 Key Quote: Trump previously stated, “I have a feeling it is going to work out very well. I think we will be inclined to go along with your country.”

⚠️ Impact: The deal aims to secure strategic use of the Diego Garcia airbase in the Indian Ocean, and is part of broader British-American security arrangements. Criticisms have arisen due to potential costs and implications for British sovereignty over the islands.

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President Donald J. Trump has allegedly given his endorsement to an agreement led by Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer concerning the Chagos Islands, according to Britain’s government. With the U.S. approval, the Labour government edges closer to formalizing a treaty between the United Kingdom and Mauritius. The U.S. approval follows discussions held earlier in the year when Trump and Starmer met in the White House. In February, Trump hinted at his support for the deal despite apprehension from some Republican lawmakers on Capitol Hill.

The deal centers on the Chagos Islands, a group of Indian Ocean islands that the International Court of Justice has questionably determined belong to Mauritius, well over a thousand miles away. This ruling did not carry binding authority over Britain.

Discussions on the strategic leasing of the Diego Garcia airbase, considered vital for U.S.-UK security plans, form a significant part of the agreement.

Critics argue that the deal is financially burdensome, historically unjustified, and forfeits control over a critical military asset already retained by the United Kingdom. Estimates suggest the arrangement could command a cost of up to £18 billion ($23 billion), with the British government having bizarrely agreed to pay the Mauritians to take the islands.

British and American officials contend they have secured extended access to the Diego Garcia airbase for a minimum of 99 years—although the financial terms of this access remain undisclosed.

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April 1, 2025
Immigration

March Sees Record Low in Illegal Border Crossings.

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❓What Happened: Illegal crossings at the southern U.S. border declined significantly in March.

👥 Who’s Involved: President Donald J. Trump and U.S. Border Patrol.

📍 Where & When: Southern U.S. border in March.

💬 Key Quote: “Migrant crossings have slowed to a near halt” as reported by the Los Angeles Times.

⚠️ Impact: A sharp reduction in illegal crossings, reaching a 97 percent decrease compared to March 2022.

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In March, the number of unauthorized crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border fell sharply, marking a significant decrease from previous years. Under the administration of President Donald J. Trump, the U.S. Border Patrol registered encounters with 7,181 migrants attempting to cross into the United States unlawfully. This marks a substantial drop compared to March of the preceding years under former President Joe Biden, where figures were recorded at 137,473 in 2024, 163,672 in 2023, and 211,181 in 2022.

The term “Trump Effect” has been attributed to this drastic reduction, with proponents crediting specific policies aimed at bolstering border security. The Los Angeles Times reported a notable decline in apprehensions along the California-Mexico border. Where once daily arrests numbered over 1,200 during peak migration periods in April, current figures suggest only 30 to 40 such instances per day.

Since taking office this past January, President Trump has deployed members of the U.S. military to the southern border and secured an agreement with Mexico that has seen thousands of Mexican National Guard soldiers dispatched to the Mexican side of the border. The increased military presence from both countries and the surge in federal law enforcement, including agents from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) criminal division, have helped to deter unlawful crossings significantly.

Additionally, Trump’s mass deportation initiative—led by White House border czar Tom Homan—has discouraged many would-be illegal immigrants from attempting to make the dangerous multi-country trek to the United States through Central America. The prospect of immediate deportation from the U.S. back to their country of origin is seen by many as not worth the physical or financial risk of attempting unlawful entry.

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April 1, 2025
William Upton
Economy
World

Trump Says Plans Are Set for Reciprocal Tariff Roll Out on Wednesday, ‘Liberation Day.’

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❓What Happened: President Donald J. Trump will unveil his administration’s reciprocal tariff policy on Wednesday.

👥 Who’s Involved: President Trump, numerous countries, and leaders around the world.

📍 Where & When: “Liberation Day,” Wednesday, April 2.

💬 Key Quote: “The president has a brilliant team of advisers who have been studying these issues for decades, and we are focused on restoring the golden age of America and making America a manufacturing superpower.” — White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt.

⚠️ Impact: The Trump White House argues the tariffs will push foreign countries to reduce their own trade barriers against the United States eventually, but until they do, Americans will benefit from the increased revenue from import duties. Other world leaders say they fear the move will kick off a large-scale trade war.

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President Donald J. Trump says the United States’ plans to impose reciprocal tariffs on Wednesday are ready and will be rolled out as part of what the America First leader has dubbed “Liberation Day.” The President will unveil the tariffs—which the White House says will take effect immediately—during a 4:00 PM news conference in the Rose Garden.

“That word reciprocal is very important,” Trump said during a press event in the Oval Office on Monday. He continued: “What they do to us, we do to them.” Meanwhile, during Tuesday’s press briefing, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told the media that President Trump has settled on the structure of the reciprocal tariff plans and was meeting with his trade advisor on “perfecting it.” Leavitt added that Trump is “always up to take a phone call” from foreign leaders who are willing to drop their barriers to U.S. imports, but at this juncture, the President is “very much focused on fixing the wrongs of the past.”

“The president has a brilliant team of advisers who have been studying these issues for decades, and we are focused on restoring the golden age of America and making America a manufacturing superpower,” Leavitt stated.

While globalists and anti-Trump politicians have tried to paint the reciprocal tariffs as an unprecedented and broad assault on global trade, the reality is that most countries will not notice significant changes. However, President Trump’s Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent, has warned that around 15 percent of countries—who impose high tariff barriers against the U.S. but enjoy most of the U.S. trade volume—will see significant economic disruptions. Bessent called this collection of nations the “Dirty 15.”

There are estimated to be between 10 and 20 countries that account for the United States’s entire trillion-dollar trade deficit. U.S. government data from the Department of Congress suggests these nations and blocs likely include China, Mexico, Vietnam, Ireland, Germany, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, Canada, India, Thailand, Italy, Switzerland, Malaysia, Indonesia, France, Austria, and Sweden.

While the tariff rate is not yet known—there is speculation that, on average, countries will likely see a 20 percent tariff on their exports to the U.S.

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April 1, 2025
NatSec
World

US, China Compete for Greenland’s Strategic Resources.

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❓What Happened: President Donald J. Trump’s administration is interested in acquiring Greenland, motivated by concerns over national security and the region’s mineral resources.

👥 Who’s Involved: The key figures include U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance, President Donald J. Trump, the People’s Republic of China, Russia, and the Greenlandic and Danish authorities.

📍 Where & When: The discussions around acquiring Greenland are ongoing, with recent comments made by Vice President J.D. Vance at the Pituffik Space Base in Greenland on March 28, 2025.

💬 Key Quote: Vice President J.D. Vance stated, “We need to ensure that America is leading in the Arctic because we know that if America doesn’t, other nations will fill the gap where we fall behind.”

⚠️ Impact: The push for control over Greenland aims to enhance access to critical minerals, secure strategic Arctic shipping routes, and add to the U.S. Naval presence in the North Atlantic and Arctic Oceans.

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President Donald J. Trump is intensifying efforts to assume control over the island of Greenland as part of an effort to secure the United States’s access to critical rare earth minerals and reinforce its strategic military position in the Arctic. During a visit to Greenland’s Pituffik Space Base last week, Vice President J.D. Vance reiterated the significance of American leadership in the Arctic, cautioning against the growing interests of China and Russia in Arctic shipping lanes and mineral reserves.

“We know that Russia and China and other nations are taking an extraordinary interest in Arctic passageways and Arctic naval routes and indeed in the minerals of the Arctic territories,” Vance said during a March 28 diplomatic visit to the island. He added: “We need to ensure that America is leading in the Arctic because we know that if America doesn’t, other nations will fill the gap where we fall behind.”

Greenland’s mineral wealth includes several rare earth elements considered essential for batteries and technology. The Trump administration sees these elements as crucial for diminishing reliance on Chinese imports. A 2023 report highlights that Greenland holds 25 of the 34 minerals classified as “critical raw materials” by the European Commission.

Ownership and control issues are complex, though, with local and Danish authorities resisting any potential U.S. control. Greenland, notably, is currently an autonomous territory of the Kingdom of Denmark, with the island heavily reliant on aid from its European sovereign.

However, a number of Greenland’s mining operations have recently seen American-based companies take controlling interests in order to prevent Chinese investment in and influence over the island. Despite the influx of American financial backing, Greenland’s lack of infrastructure, harsh Arctic climate, and environmental concerns continue to pose hurdles to capitalizing on its mineral wealth.

Image by NordForsk/Terje Heiestad.

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April 1, 2025
Politics

Powerful GOP Establishment Lobbyist Tied to Florida Republicans Lobbies Against DOGE Cuts to PBS.

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❓What Happened: The Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) has hired powerful Republican lobbyist Brian Ballard to lobby against any proposed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) cuts to the public broadcaster’s funding.

👥 Who’s Involved: Lobbyist Brian Ballard, PBS, and DOGE.

📍 Where & When: Washington, D.C.

💬 Key Quote: “The Presidential Personnel Office, which is responsible for recruiting and vetting political appointees, will count its deputy director as Trent Morse… a former senior associate at Ballard Partners, the GOP-aligned lobbying firm where he worked on behalf of dozens of clients between 2021 and 2022, lobbying disclosures show.” — The Washington Examiner on January 23, 2025.

⚠️ Impact: Ballard’s extensive ties to the White House and Republican lawmakers on Capitol Hill could make DOGE efforts to reduce taxpayer funding of PBS a difficult task.

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Brian Ballard, an influential Republican lobbyist with ties to numerous establishment Republican Party figures and numerous top politicians in Florida, has registered as a lobbyist for the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). According to lobbying disclosure reports, Ballard’s lobbying work will pertain to PBS’s funding and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This likely means that the Republican lobbyist has been tapped by the public broadcaster to head off any potential cuts in taxpayer funding recommended by DOGE to President Donald J. Trump.

Since President Trump’s landslide 2024 election victory, a cohort of Republican Party insiders have seen a boon in lobbying contracts from individuals and companies that had previously alienated themselves from the America First leader. The National Pulse previously reported that Facebook founder and Big Tech billionaire Mark Zuckerberg hired establishment Republican money man Brian Baker to help smooth relations with GOP lawmakers and center-right think tankers in Washington, D.C. Baker is no stranger to the Facebook co-founder and billionaire, having helped Zuckerberg’s so-called “election infrastructure” efforts during the 2022 midterm elections.

In the case of Ballard, much like Baker, the GOP lobbyist has extensive ties to many key figures in the political establishment. Ballard has served as a co-chair for the inaugurations of three Florida governors: Ron DeSantis, Rick Scott, and former Republican Charlie Crist. Additionally, Ballard was active as the Florida Finance Committee chairman for John McCain‘s 2008 presidential campaign, Mitt Romney‘s 2012 presidential campaign, and the Trump 2016 presidential campaign. The GOP lobbyist also served as the Finance Vice Chairman of the Republican National Committee (RNC).

Notably, during the 2016 Republican presidential primary, Ballard first backed Jeb Bush and then Marco Rubio before finally lending his support to Trump once the nomination fight was all but settled. Ballard has worked as a lobbyist and fundraiser since the end of his tenure as chief of staff to former Florida Governor Bob Martinez, who left office in 1991.

Both PBS and National Public Radio (NPR) have come under intense scrutiny from lawmakers on Capitol Hill and DOGE staffers. For years, Republicans have pushed to defund the two entities and their parent organization, the taxpayer-funded Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB).

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