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America First News
18 May 2023
#politics
Daily Wire: ‘She Ain’t Worth It’: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Intervenes In Verbal Confrontation Between Marjorie Taylor Greene And Jamaal Bowman
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez intervened in a heated argument between Reps. Jamaal Bowman and Marjorie Taylor Greene, telling Bowman it wasn't "worth it" to continue arguing. The exchange occurred outside the Capitol building and was captured on video by a reporter. Bowman demanded that Greene be expelled and said the Republican party was "hanging by a thread," while Greene countered with calls for Biden's impeachment and saving the country. Ocasio-Cortez ultimately convinced Bowman to stop arguing with Greene and save their energy for more important issues.
National Review: The Corner: Tim Scott on the 2020 Election
Only one Republican candidate has gone on record about whether Trump lost the 2020 election: Tim Scott. Scott voted to count every Biden elector in every disputed state, stating that no evidence had been found to indicate the election results should be overturned. Other candidates, unless Chris Sununu enters the race, have not had to go on record. This could create a challenge for them in the upcoming primary debates, as the question of Trump's loss in the 2020 election is likely to come up.
Fox News: WV delegate resigns seat to take position with American Electric Power
West Virginia Republican delegate Erikka Storch is resigning from her position to take a job at American Electric Power. Storch's resignation is effective on May 19th, and she explained in a letter to House Speaker Roger Hanshaw that a private-sector opportunity arose that would not allow her to continue her service in the Legislature. Her new position will be external affairs manager at Appalachian Electric Power, where she will work on community relations, economic development programs, and serve as a legislative and media liaison.
Fox News: News site CEO apologizes to Mississippi ex-Gov. Bryant over welfare comments
Mississippi news website CEO apologizes to former Gov. Phil Bryant for making "false and defamatory" statement about his involvement in a welfare scandal, and retracts her statement. Mississippi law says anyone who intends to sue for libel or slander must give written notice before a lawsuit is filed. No criminal charges have been filed against Bryant, who has demanded apologies from other reporters as well.
The Federalist: Progressive Pro-Lifer's Mom Gets A Home Visit From FBI Karens
Two FBI agents visited the mother of Elise Ketch, a member of the Progressive Anti-Abortion Uprising (PAAU), inquiring about her whereabouts, but reportedly gave no indication as to what the investigation was about. Ketch believes she may have been targeted due to her pro-life activism or as part of an attempt to investigate her colleague, Lauren Handy, indicted under the FACE Act. PAAU has become prominent for protest tactics that are different from conventional pro-life demonstrations. The FBI's investigation highlights how the DOJ has been weaponizing the FACE Act against pro-life activists since the overturning of Roe v. Wade.
National Review: The Corner: A Strange Time to Complain about Revenue
Senator Elizabeth Warren calls for higher revenues to reduce national debt but fails to acknowledge that federal revenue reached an all-time high last year. Federal revenue increased from $4.05 trillion to $4.9 trillion between 2015 and 2022 as a percentage of GDP increased from 18 percent to 20 percent. If record-high revenue, equal to one-fifth of the U.S. economy, is not enough for Warren’s policies, it’s her responsibility to justify why taxpayers should be giving even more to the IRS.
The Epoch Times: GOP Introduces Resolution to Expel Adam Schiff From Congress
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) introduced a resolution to expel Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) from Congress for pushing the narrative of former president Donald Trump’s alleged collusion with Russia. Luna accuses Schiff of using his position on the House Intelligence Committee to push a lie that cost taxpayers millions of dollars and abused public trust, making him unfit for office. Schiff was the leading voice among Democrats claiming that Trump’s campaign conspired with the Russian government during the 2016 presidential election, but the special counsel investigation found no evidence to support this claim. Schiff remains defiant and insists that there was collusion, while Luna is calling for an ethics investigation.
#society
Washington Free Beacon: ‘Interphobia’: Blinken Celebrates International Day Against Phobias Nobody’s Heard Of
Blinken celebrated International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia, and Transphobia, calling for an end to conversion therapy practices. The United Nations also celebrated the day, but did not mention "interphobia." The State Department has been focusing on left-wing identity politics, including a $3 billion grant for "gender equity and equality around the world" and a program for "inclusive and responsible technology development" for marginalized groups in Africa.
Fox News: Whoopi Goldberg doubts Harry and Meghan's account of paparazzi car chase: 'It just doesn't work in New York'
Whoopi Goldberg was skeptical of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's claim of a "near-catastrophic car chase" in New York City. Mayor Eric Adams also found it hard to believe that there was a two-hour high-speed chase, and even the taxi driver for the couple said that the paparazzi were keeping their distance. Critics suggest that the wording of the spokesperson's comments may have led to the backlash, as the expression "car chase" called to mind the sort of dangerous chases seen in movies and television. The couple's exploits have dominated headlines over the past few years as they stepped away from being working royals in 2020 and made critical remarks about the Royal Family.
#war
Euromaidan Press: Ukrainian troops repelled all attacks in Bakhmut, advanced up to 1 km on flanks – Defense Ministry
Russian forces have significantly reinforced their group in Bakhmut, Donetsk oblast, with the majority of their reserves pulled there. The Ukrainians have successfully repelled all of the enemy's attacks so far and control the southwestern part of the city. Ukrainian troops have advanced by up to 1 km in some areas, achieving their military objectives of buying time for pre-planned actions.
Euromaidan Press: Russo-Ukrainian War. Day 449: Council of Europe summit supports Zelenskyy’s Peace Formula
Ukrainian forces advance 500 meters along the Bakhmut frontline, while another massive air strike hits Ukraine. The Council of Europe summit backs President Zelenskyy’s Peace Formula. The General Staff’s operational update reports continued aggression by Russia, with significant losses on both sides.
#foreignaffairs
The Epoch Times: US Should Strengthen Relationships With Allies to Counter China: Expert
The National Bureau of Asian Research president, Roy Kamphausen, has urged the US to build stronger relationships with allies and partners in order to counter China. He highlighted the Australia-UK-US navy deal, which will deepen existing ties and create new military partnerships, as a key example. Japan's doubling of its defence budget and the signing of the Washington Declaration between the US and South Korea regarding nuclear consultation were also noted. Kamphausen said mounting assertiveness had been seen among regional allies in pushing back against pressure from China, with Australia and Japan standing out particularly.
Growing tensions between the US and China in the Indo-Pacific region were predicted by Kamphausen, who called for the US and allies to proactively stand against the threat of China. He said China plays the power game and leverages its strengths, especially against weaker countries. The ideological clash between democracy and socialism was cited as a contributing factor to the tension.
The Epoch Times: China’s Unconventional War Strategies
Retired Marine Col. Grant Newsham warns about the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) strategy for unrestricted warfare, detailing the ongoing deployment of techniques against the United States, its plans for expansion in the Pacific and in the world, and Chinese vulnerabilities. Newsham warns that the Chinese want to seize Taiwan and they have built up a military that is capable of doing it, but they also need to ensure that the Americans are kept at bay. He warns that Asia and other countries will turn red if the United States fails to keep Taiwan free. Newsham suggests applying pressure through the convertible currency, U.S. dollars as the Chinese government is absolutely dependent on it which is being used to build their economy, their military, and the so-called comprehensive national power.
#economy
Breitbart: Advocacy Group Launches Ad Telling Biden to Compromise on Debt Ceiling
American Action Network tells President Biden to avoid default and “compromise” with Republicans. The ad campaign, backed by $250,000, will run heavily on cable on CNN, MSNBC, and Fox News in Washington, DC, and nationally on digital platforms. It highlights House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and the work done by the House Republicans to pass legislation to raise the debt ceiling.
The House Republicans passed legislation to raise the debt ceiling last month and the Democrat-controlled Senate has yet to vote on the legislation. The legislation would raise the debt ceiling by $1.5 trillion while tackling America’s national deficit, saving the government an estimated $4.8 trillion over the next ten years. Additionally, Biden had refused to meet with McCarthy to discuss the House Republicans’ plan until recently.
The Epoch Times: Age of ‘Massive’ House Price Rises May Be Nearing an End: Government Economist
A senior economist from the UK's Office for Budget Responsibility has said that remote working due to the COVID-19 pandemic will lead to less upward pressure on residential property prices. Slowing population growth and rising borrowing costs are additional factors that will make runaway house price growth less likely. House prices have risen faster in the UK than many similar countries due to house building failing to keep pace with population growth. Upward pressure on prices is likely to ease in the coming years as interest rates rise and birth rates decline. Recent HM Revenue and Customs figures show a slowdown in house sales, with falling house prices expected over the course of this year, according to Halifax.
#culture
Daily Wire: German Gun Manufacturer Says ‘Changes Were Made’ After Twitter Account Manager Defended Woke Miller Lite Ad
Gun manufacturer Heckler & Koch distanced themselves from a pro-feminist tweet posted by the person running their Twitter account. The post showed a Miller Lite ad that celebrated female beer brewers. The tweet stated that the gun manufacturing company did "not engage in identity politics", adding that changes had been made.
#history
The Epoch Times: Desperate Times
Desperation and despair may seem like synonyms for hopelessness, but there is a distinction between the two. Despair is the complete loss of hope, while desperation is the absence of hope but with a sliver of hope in one's heart. Winston Churchill and the British people during World War II are an example of fighting on in desperation despite seemingly insurmountable odds. When we feel at our wit's end, we must never give way to despair and instead view the situation objectively, accept defeat if necessary, and emerge with some shred of hope intact.
#health
Human Events: WHO faces backlash after saying ‘sexuality education starts at
birth’
The WHO faces backlash over controversial guidance promoting sex education and gender exploration for children as young as four. The document, which suggests that "sexuality education starts from birth," has drawn ire from policymakers and campaigners in Europe and the UK. The WHO defends the guidelines as a "framework for policy makers," but the UK government has rejected the recommendations, stating that it offers its own guidance for teaching children about relationships and health.
#education
The Blaze: Parents SUE SCHOOL over 'trans' indoctrination
Parents sue Colorado school over alleged grooming of students into transgender ideology; public schools infiltrated by woke activists, says commentator.
#crime
The Federalist: Whistleblowers Expose FBI Corruption And Political Persecution
Whistleblowers accused the FBI of various forms of corruption during a recent House committee hearing, including manipulation of statistics, targeting political opponents and mistreating whistleblowers who sought to expose the agency's misconduct. The allegations emerged shortly after U.S. Attorney John Durham revealed that the FBI had no evidence to support its Crossfire Hurricane investigation into President Donald Trump's supposed collusion with Russia. During the hearing, former FBI agent Steve Friend detailed the corruption he witnessed while working on probes related to the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, claiming that the FBI used improper rules when conducting the investigations and suggested that agents' actions were attempts to inflate statistics on domestic extremism.
Other whistleblowers gave evidence that the FBI had retaliated against them for exposing malpractice. Former FBI agent Garret O'Boyle said that after he filed a complaint alleging that the FBI was targeting government critics, the agency approved his transfer within the country, but then left him suspended from duty after he had relocated his family across the country. Marcus Allen, who had served as an FBI staff operations specialist, also suffered similar misconduct when he queried the agency's official narrative about the Jan. 6 riot, and was subsequently accused of promoting "conspiratorial views" and of being unreliable. The whistleblowers accused the FBI of politicizing its work and attempting to silence criticism.
Fox News: Prince Harry, Meghan Markle called out by Princess Diana's former bodyguard over alleged car chase
Former bodyguard for Princess Diana Ken Wharfe dismissed claims that the paparazzi were attempting to endanger Prince Harry and Meghan Markle during an alleged car chase in New York City. Wharfe said that the photographers were at worst a nuisance and wouldn't cause the death of anyone. He also suggested that Prince Harry's security team may not have had enough experience in dealing with high levels of interest from the paparazzi. Though New York City Mayor Eric Adams criticized the incident, saying it was "reckless and irresponsible," he found it hard to believe claims of a two-hour, high-speed chase in a city with heavy traffic and pedestrians.
Breitbart: Parents Arrested When 36-Pound 10-Year-Old Found Looking for Food
Georgia authorities arrest parents of 10-year-old boy weighing only 36 pounds who was found searching for food, with charges including cruelty to children and attempted murder. The child was reportedly being starved to death, locked up for days without water, toilet paper, or light. The other juveniles in the house were taken into care by the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services.
Fox News: Tennessee deputy shot, wounded during standoff expected to recover
A Tennessee deputy was shot in the chest during a standoff at a home in Lynnville, but is expected to recover because he was wearing a bulletproof vest. The suspect surrendered after negotiations.
#sports
Forbes: San Diego Padres Know May Gray As The Local 9 Tumbles Toward The National League West Cellar
The San Diego Padres, once touted as the preseason kings of the National League West, have struggled mightily this season, with a 20-24 record putting them in fourth place in their division. Despite spending a franchise-record $250 million this season, the Padres' expensive collection of athletes have been underperforming to the frustration of their fans, who have produced 10 sellouts but are now showering their team with boos. General manager A.J. Preller has been criticised for his inability to construct a winning team despite the size of the Padres' payroll, and the team has been plagued with inconsistency throughout the season.
With just one game separating them from the last-place Colorado Rockies and eight games from the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers, the Padres are in dire need of an upturn in fortunes, with their management and players left scratching their heads as to why the team is performing so poorly. Even the return of an All-Star in Fernando Tatis Jr. following his sentence for cheating failed to turn the team's fortunes around. As the Padres struggle to find form, their chances of moving up the division standings have been dealt a blow by the news that third baseman Manny Machado could be absent for an extended period with a broken hand. The Padres' season has been disappointing thus far, but there are still 118 games remaining for them to get back on track.
Fox News: Hyped NBA draft pick, World Cup champ's height difference stuns fans
French soccer star Kylian Mbappé and basketball prodigy Victor Wembanyama have very different physical builds; Mbappé is 5-foot-10 while Wembanyama is 7-foot-5. Wembanyama is likely to be selected by the San Antonio Spurs with the first pick of the 2023 NBA Draft, with the team having drafted future NBA Hall of Famers David Robinson and Tim Duncan during their previous two first overall picks.
Fox News: Husband of Olympic gold medalist Justyna Kowalczyk killed in avalanche at 38
Kacper Tekieli, husband of two-time Olympic Gold medalist Justyna Kowalczyk, died in a Swiss Alps avalanche. Tekieli, who married Kowalczyk in 2020 and shared a son with her, was a climbing instructor who had previously climbed Makalu, the fifth-highest mountain in the world. Kowalczyk won gold medals in cross-country skiing in the 2010 and 2014 Olympics.
Forbes: In A Familiarly Miserable May, The New York Mets Author A Much-Needed Recognizable Comeback
The Mets are taking audience polls for their mid-game singalong, with Celine Dion's "It's All Coming Back to Me Now" beating "Piano Man" and "Livin' on a Prayer." Despite their shortcomings this season, the Mets rallied in the 7th, 9th, and 10th innings, with a walk-off three-run homer from ailing Pete Alonso, defeating the top-ranking Tampa Bay Rays 8-7.
#science
The Blaze: Evolutionary biologist shuts down science magazine editor for using a bird to push far-left gender narrative
The editor-in-chief of Scientific American, Laura Helmuth, has been criticised by evolutionary biologist Dr Colin Wright for arguing that the white-throated sparrow demonstrates the existence of non-binary sex. Wright argued that although the bird has four distinct sex chromosomes, it has just two sexes, each of which is comprised of two colour morphs. Helmuth’s claims have been criticised for being a fallacious non sequitur and for misrepresenting the nature of the bird’s biology. Helmuth made her comments in a tweet.
#outdoors
The Epoch Times: Your Own Yellowstone
The Bar Cross Ranch, a working ranch spanning 12,000 acres with an additional 23,000 leased acres, is on the market for $35m. Dating back to the early 1900s, the ranch features a classic Western-style, 4,000 sq ft, four-bedroom main house and a permanent tented retreat, alongside additional accommodations including a 2,300 sq ft foreman's house and a bunkhouse. Improvements include two barns, an outdoor arena and pen, and a gravel airstrip. The property also has eight miles of trout fishing on Willow Creek and 2.5 miles of trout fishing on the New Fork River.
The Epoch Times: Pool Party Etiquette: How to Have Well-Mannered Fun in and Around the Water
Before jumping in the pool, ensure safety by keeping an eye on children and enforcing rules such as no running or diving in shallow water. Respect others by playing music at a reasonable volume and wearing appropriate swimwear. Avoid eating or drinking while in or near the pool and stay aware of children to prevent accidents. Bring your own supplies and towel, and don't "borrow" from others.
Fox News: Alaska's breaking ice jams, rapid snowmelt flood homes, businesses, roads statewide
Flooding caused by ice jams and a sudden snowpack melt has damaged homes and buildings across Alaska, including Glennallen. Portable restrooms were brought in as the sewer system was impacted, but emergency repairs are underway. While the Glenn Highway remains open, delays have been caused by motorists traveling through flooded areas. The flooding has led to a disaster declaration by Gov. Mike Dunleavy for four communities including Crooked Creek, Circle, Eagle and Glennallen. Some homes have been pushed off their foundations, with the potential for devastating consequences in small communities such as Crooked Creek and Circle.
#technology
Fox News: Facebook 'glitch' sent unintended friend requests to profiles visited by users: 'Spooky' and 'uncool'
Facebook fixed a bug on the app which caused automatic friend requests to be sent people who visited profiles through the app. Policy communications manager Emil Vasquez apologized for any inconvenience caused by the glitch. Users had mixed reactions on social media, with some being happy that they can "snoop" again, whereas others found the glitch spooky.
Fox News: Top Senate official warns Congress to 'move quickly' on artificial intelligence legislation
The Senate Majority Leader, Chuck Schumer, has formed a bipartisan group to create legislation regulating artificial intelligence (AI), citing the need to act quickly as AI technology advances rapidly. Schumer has already held meetings with over 100 experts in the technology field and revealed that a framework for AI regulation legislation had been proposed in April. Concerns have arisen regarding misleading chatbots and the potential loss of jobs.
Open AI, the company behind ChatGPT, has proposed a U.S. or global agency to license the most powerful AI systems to ensure compliance with safety standards and strip these licenses if necessary. Schumer is motivated by the need to beat China in their own regulation of AI, expressing that our nation requires a "wake-up call." He stated that if responsibly used, AI could create a tremendous amount of public good, but left unregulated, AI could cause significant harm.
Fox News: 6 effective ways to stop Google from knowing everything about you
Google collects personal data on anyone it can find, and that includes you. Here's how you can find out just what Google knows about you and how to manage your privacy settings to win back some of your life. To protect your privacy, you can turn off facial recognition and delete your YouTube history. You can also turn off personalized ads and disable location services on Google Maps and Google Photos.
#other
Fox News: India’s top court allows bull-taming sport to continue despite criticism from animal rights groups
India's Supreme Court ruled to allow the continuation of the bull-taming sport of jallikattu, celebrated as cultural heritage, despite animal rights groups' criticism. The court held that the government had taken sufficient steps to reduce animals' pain and suffering, and that the sport and other bull races could continue. The decision was met with protest by groups including People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, which called the ruling regressive and claimed that at least 104 people and 33 bulls had died since 2017.