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America First News
19 May 2023
#politics
The Federalist Papers: 'Dressed Like a Bum': Fetterman Gets Torched After Twitter Users See What He Wore to a News Conference
Senator John Fetterman appeared in a news conference dressed in a baggy hoodie, shorts, and sneakers, which undermined the tone of the event. The news conference was held by Senator Bernie Sanders to discuss debt ceiling negotiations, but Fetterman's appearance and faltering speech overshadowed the Democrat narrative. Some sources claim that Fetterman's "workwear" endeared him to the average voter, while others question if his trademark hoodie is used to conceal a lump or swelling occurring on his neck. Despite persistent health concerns that have plagued Fetterman's performance, including a stroke and depression, he still shows up dressed casually to public events.
Forbes: Trump Ad Claims DeSantis Wants To Raise Taxes: ‘Ron DeSalesTax’
MAGA Inc. accused Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis of wanting to raise federal taxes in an attack ad, giving him the nickname "Ron DeSalesTax." The ad references DeSantis' support for the Fair Tax Act during his time in Congress, which would replace income, estate, payroll, and gift taxes with a 23% national sales tax. DeSantis reportedly plans to launch his presidential campaign next week and has been ramping up his state and national political activity. He signed a string of bills aligning with his right-wing culture wars, which may serve as a platform for his campaign. Disney also cancelled plans for a $1 billion office complex in Orange County, Florida amid a feud with DeSantis.
PJ Media: West Coast, Messed Coast™ Report: Oregon Senate Republicans Go Balls Out to Stop Left's Sick Bills
Oregon Senate Republicans sacrifice their own jobs to block leftist legislative assaults on children, parental rights, gun ownership, and abortion. The GOP and independent senators boycott the legislative session as Democrats push for key bills on parental rights, abortion, and gun control. Meanwhile, California Governor Gavin Newsom turns the state’s budget surplus into a $32 billion deficit, defaulting on COVID unemployment loans from the feds. In Washington, a governor has signed a bill that will allow drug possession to be considered a crime again – sort of – but without going to jail.
Fox News: Red states rush to defend gun manufacturers from Mexican lawsuit seeking damages for gun violence
Republican attorneys general are defending gun manufacturers, including Smith & Wesson and Ruger, against a lawsuit from Mexico which claims they are liable for gun violence occurring in the country as they are aware their firearms are being trafficked there. The suit is supported by California and other Democrat-led states, but Montana and 17 colleagues from other states argue that the "legal theory is unsupported by fact or law." They suggest policy choices by the Mexican government, policy failures in the US, and independent criminal acts are responsible for gun violence in Mexico. The attorneys general highlight that only a minority of guns recovered at Mexican crime scenes can be traced back to the United States and many guns sold to the Mexican military and law enforcement ended up in cartel hands after soldiers or police officers deserted them. The lawsuit was initially dismissed by a federal judge in Massachusetts but was appealed by Mexico to the First Circuit.
The Epoch Times: Long-Rumored 2024 GOP Presidential Candidate Officially Files Paperwork to Run
Sen. Tim Scott filed paperwork to run for president in 2024 and will likely announce his candidacy on May 22. He has formed a political committee and reportedly plans to launch a $6 million ad campaign. Scott has been traveling to early voting states and has an advantage over other potential candidates with the most campaign dollars ever for a presidential campaign. While trailing in the polls, he hopes to win a Republican nomination and ultimately the presidency.
Flag And Cross: Watch: MTG Gets in Heated Debate with Dem Outside Capitol, AOC Jumps in at the End
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene engaged in a heated argument with Democratic Rep. Jamaal Bowman on the steps of the Capitol, with media outlets filming the exchange. Greene called for the impeachment of President Biden, while Bowman referenced the QAnon conspiracy theory. The argument began after Bowman urged Rep. George Santos, a Republican from New York, to resign from Congress. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez urged Bowman not to engage with Greene during the argument, while Greene claimed that Bowman called her a "white supremacist."
National Review: The Corner: The DeSantis Electability Argument: ‘Yes, and’
Republican Governor Ron DeSantis should not hold back in his bid to defeat Trump in the 2024 Republican primary, while also emphasizing the results he can deliver for the party's voters as president. Despite national polls suggesting that both DeSantis and Trump are competitive against a potential Democratic candidate, state-level surveys point to DeSantis being more electable. For example, DeSantis handily defeats Trump in Arizona and Pennsylvania, and enjoys a narrow lead over Joe Biden in Georgia and Nevada. DeSantis's team should capitalize on these numbers to boost his campaign.
Fox News: Republican Sen. Tim Scott files to run for president in 2024
Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina, the only Black Republican in the Senate, is running for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. Scott launched a $6 million ad campaign in key presidential primary states on Friday, ahead of a scheduled campaign announcement on May 22. He joins former President Donald Trump in the race for their party’s nomination. Scott also becomes the second politician from South Carolina to launch a presidential campaign, following former two-term Gov. Nikki Haley.
Scott made three stops last year to Iowa to help fundraise and campaign for Republicans running in the 2022 midterm elections. He was also in Charleston, South Carolina the day after Haley formally announced her campaign, to deliver a speech on Black History Month as he began a listening tour. Scott emphasized the need for "an optimistic, positive message that brings our country back together." Trump remains the front-runner in early 2024 GOP presidential nomination polls, but the Republican field is likely to get more crowded with other potential candidates entering the race.
Red State: Yawn of the Day: Chris Christie to Announce His 2024 Presidential Candidacy 'in Coming Days'
Chris Christie is reportedly planning to announce his 2024 presidential candidacy soon, with financial backing from the owner of the Mets among others. Despite calling himself the "only serious GOP candidate willing to take on" Trump, Christie's chances of winning the nomination are slim, having been continually humiliated by Trump during the 2016 primaries and then prostrating himself at Trump's feet. Christie believes that "a line was crossed" when Trump refused to accept the results of the 2020 presidential election, but he is not a viable challenger to the former president.
Washington Free Beacon: WATCH: Liberal Media Call Durham Report Nothingburger, Mueller Report Smoking Gun
Liberal media dismissed Durham report on FBI failures to vet Steele Dossier as "nothingburger", despite implications for Trump investigation.
Fox News: Newsom invokes death of Emmett Till after Marjorie Taylor Greene said she felt threatened by 'Squad' Democrat
California Gov. Gavin Newsom accused Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of dangerous rhetoric that led to Emmett Till's death after she claimed to feel threatened by Rep. Jamaal Bowman's behavior. Greene introduced articles of impeachment against President Biden following a clash with Bowman during a vote regarding embattled Rep. George Santos. In response, Bowman claimed that Greene wants Black people "targeted for harm" and accused her of recklessly putting a target on his back.
#society
The Federalist: Viral Clips Paint Victims As Villains Just Because They're White
A white pregnant physician assistant is accosted and has her Citi Bike hijacked by a group of black troublemakers in New York City. Despite the woman's calls for help, onlookers stand idly by. The incident is captured on video and shared widely on social media, leading to the woman being put on leave by her hospital and facing widespread online abuse.
Fox News: Attorney for NYC hospital worker slams media after viral bike dispute: 'Without question' she's been 'defamed'
A viral video showed a New York City nurse, Sarah Comrie, getting into an argument with a group of Black men who accused her of taking their Citibike rental bike. Her lawyer, Justin Marino, claims Comrie had paid for the bike in question, and that she has two receipts that prove it. After the video went viral, Comrie faced threats to her life and job, with Bellevue Hospital putting her on administrative leave pending review. Marino is preparing defamation lawsuits against media outlets that called Comrie a racist. Her uncle has also set up a GoFundMe account to help save her livelihood and reputation.
Breitbart: WATCH: Maryland Man Shows up at Bus Stop Every Day with AR-15
A man in Maryland has been showing up at a school bus drop off for local elementary school students, openly carrying an AR-15 as a way to protest against new gun control laws signed by Governor Wes Moore. He claims to be a deterrent for crime in his neighborhood, but parents are fearful and police are increasing their presence at bus stops.
The Epoch Times: State Department Starts Tagging Employees With Gender Pronouns
The US State Department has allegedly started adding gender identity pronouns to their employees' emails, with some men receiving female pronouns and vice versa. The State Department's push to promote pronoun usage is not new; back in May 2021, it issued guidance asking officials to "consider a shift in language to avoid making assumptions that can be offensive to transgender and gender nonconforming employees," according to internal documents. Other federal departments under the Biden administration have also been promoting gender agenda in the country, including the Navy, prompting backlash from some individuals.
#war
Washington Free Beacon: Biden Admin Admits $3 Billion Accounting Error on Ukraine Aid
The Pentagon overestimated the value of ammunition, missiles, and other equipment sent to Ukraine by around $3 billion, according to two senior defense officials and a Senate aide. They said the error was the result of assigning a higher value to weaponry taken from U.S. stocks and then shipped to Ukraine. It may lead to more weapons being sent to Kyiv for its defense against Russian forces, but U.S. Senator Roger Wicker criticized the accounting adjustment as an attempt at deception. The U.S. has sent weapons valued at about $21.1 billion to Ukraine from its stockpiles since August 2021.
Spectator USA: Why has Ukraine owned up to Russian assassinations?
Ukrainian military intelligence head Major General Kyrylo Budanov has admitted Ukraine is carrying out a campaign of sabotage and assassination inside Russia. The attacks in Russia range from the derailment of freight trains and bomb attacks on outspoken supporters of the war, including blogger Vladlen Tatarsky and author Zakhar Prilepin. Budanov's claims contradicted President Volodymyr Zelensky’s assertion that "we are not attacking Russian territory."
Euromaidan Press: US halts export of consumer goods to Russia, adds 71 companies to trade blacklist – Reuters
The US has stopped exporting consumer goods to Russia, including items that could be used for military purposes, and added 71 companies to a trade blacklist. The economic measures focus on aircraft repair, gunpowder, and engineering centers.
#foreignaffairs
Washington Free Beacon: Global Drugmaker's China Executive Promises Company Will 'Love the Communist Party'
AstraZeneca's China president, Wang Lei, stated at a company event in Wuxi that they will become a patriotic company that loves the Communist Party. Wang's speech, where he emphasised the building of a local, transnational company that loves the Communist Party and the country, comes after China started reopening its borders, following the end of its three-year zero-COVID policy. The company declined to comment on the remarks, but many local companies have in recent years publicly pledged allegiance to the ruling Chinese Communist Party. AstraZeneca is China's biggest drugmaker, and China accounted for 13% of AstraZeneca's total sales last year.
The Epoch Times: TikTok Pushing 'Dumbed Down' Content to Western Teens Warns Peer
TikTok is creating "dumbed down" content for Western users while providing more educational content to Chinese users on its sister app, Douyin, according to the president of the British Chambers of Commerce. Baroness Martha Lane Fox suggests TikTok may be "eroding ambition and motivation" by promoting "makeup tutorials to American children". The social media app introduced an optional time limit of 60 minutes per day for UK teens aged between 13 and 18. Fox said she did not want to see the app banned but called for ownership to be "separated properly". The app is facing backlash over concerns about its ownership structure and links to the Chinese government.
TikTok's ownership structure and links with the Chinese government have led to concerns over potential privacy risks. Montana, which became the first state in the United States to ban the social media app last week, signed a measure expected to be legally challenged for infringing First Amendment rights. TikTok argues it does not share data with China, but concerns persist over its potential use as a tool for information gathering and Beijing's intelligence legislation that requires firms to help the Communist Party if requested. Regulators in America have warned TikTok it faces a ban unless it financially separates from its China-headquartered parent.
The Epoch Times: Japan, France Agree to 'Coordinate Closely' on China Issues
Japan and France committed to strengthening bilateral economic and security cooperation, including military collaboration, during talks ahead of the G-7 summit. The two leaders pledged to maintain unity on issues including China and North Korea's nuclear and missile threats, while both sides also agreed to implement joint military training and send 100 Japanese entrepreneurs to France over five years. They reaffirmed their commitment to impose sanctions against Russia for its war in Ukraine and to uphold a free and open international order based on the rule of law.
Red State: Looks Like Biden Took out the Wrong Guy yet Again With Drone Strike
Biden's failures during the withdrawal from Afghanistan left allies and Americans behind, resulting in the death of 13 young American soldiers. His administration drone striked a family in Kabul, killing 10 people (including children) and falsely claiming they had hit a terrorist. Another drone strike in Syria targeted a poor man instead of a senior al Qaeda official, with doubts about who was killed and how the mistake happened. Biden's team constantly lies and backtracks without holding anyone accountable for their disastrous decisions.
#economy
The New American: Trump Sides With Disney in its Dispute With DeSantis - The New American
Former President Trump blames Governor DeSantis for Walt Disney Company's cancellation of a $1 billion project in Florida, causing a loss of over 2,000 jobs. Trump calls DeSantis "Desanctimonious" and says his "failed war on Disney" has done little for his "limping shadow campaign" and Florida's economy. DeSantis' spokesman says Disney's decision was more of an economic decision than a political one. Chris Christie also criticized DeSantis, saying his actions are not conservative. However, it was Disney that threw the first punch by pledging $5 million in support of LGBTQ "rights" and publicly condemning the Parental Rights in Education law. DeSantis called for an end to Disney's self-government, dissolving the sweetheart deal.
The Epoch Times: WestJet Avoids Pilots' Strike Through Last-Minute Tentative Agreement
WestJet has avoided a strike that would have grounded its flights using a tentative agreement signed with the Air Line Pilots Association. The agreement was signed hours before the deadline, ending eight months of negotiations over issues including better pay and job security, as well as more flexible schedules. WestJet had to cancel flights ahead of the deadline as a precautionary measure, but has since “ramped up” operations. Despite the new bargaining agreement, the CALPA pilots' union has noted that more than 340 of the airline’s staff have left over the past 18 months to work elsewhere.
#culture
The Federalist Papers: Fact Check: Ford Announced Pro-LGBT 'Very Gay Raptor' Truck
Ford had already promoted the "Very Gay Raptor" truck in 2021, but it is now receiving increased attention in light of a recent Bud Light commercial. The campaign, which shows a truck with rainbow graphics and several World's Strongest Man entrants of various sexual orientations, aims to demonstrate Ford's allyship with the LGBTQ+ community and drive out discrimination. Ford touted the "Very Gay Raptor" during England's Goodwood Festival of Speed last year, and has continued to use the rainbow-decorated vehicle as a symbol of masculinity and toughness. The increased scrutiny around the campaign may lead to a more low-key approach from Ford in the future.
#health
Fox News: Nanny and 5-year-old with Down syndrome saying daily affirmations is 'so emotional'
A nanny in Minnesota is helping a boy with Down syndrome build confidence by teaching him affirmations before school each day. Eva Abfalter began working with 5-year-old Cohen Nordin a year ago and found he was able to recite the affirmations - which include "I am smart", "I am important" and "I am going to have a good day" - unaided in the video. Abfalter got the idea from a TikTok video, said she hopes the tool can give Cohen confidence on tough days, and added: "He's the hardest working kid I know." Cohen's mother, Sarah Nordin, was moved to tears by the video, sent to her by Abfalter, and said Cohen adores her.
#crime
Fox News: Suspected Haitian gang members set police vehicle on fire, killing officer
Gang members ambushed Haitian police officers, killing one and setting their armored vehicle on fire, in the latest incident of violent gang activity that has engulfed the country. The gangs are estimated to control up to 80% of the capital Port-au-Prince, with communities north of the city now considered unsafe. The police force is understaffed and under resourced, and calls for international intervention to combat the violence have so far gone unanswered.
The Haitian National Police have condemned the attack, calling it "beyond reprehensible" and stating that it will not go unpunished. Suspected gang members, posing with the victim in a social media video, mentioned the name of Izo, leader of the "5 Seconds" gang, which has reportedly grown more powerful since the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse in July 2021. The UN reports that more than 21 police officers were killed in the first three months of 2023. Calls for international intervention by Haiti's Prime Minister have gone unanswered, and armored police vehicles have been seized by heavily armed gangs.
American Thinker: Caracas North: L.A. County sheriffs asked to show inspectors their gang tats
Gangs with names like "the Executioners" and "the Banditos" have infiltrated the LA County Sheriff's department, turning the stationhouses into jailhouse gangs. The reveal-your-tattoo measure hopes to prompt cooperation from the sheriffs, who have in the past obstructed investigation and faced discipline under current county policies. Many of these gang-tat gentlemen are apparently unprofessional and more loyal to gangs rather than the citizens or the city, and their behavior has contributed to the many police brutality cases, forcing Los Angeles to pay millions of damages for complaints and lawsuits from other gangs. The city may have to accept that they are increasingly resembling Caracas where gangs control the locals, particularly in the nastiest slums.
#sports
Forbes: Brittney Griner Returns To The WNBA After Detention In Russia—Here’s What To Know
WNBA star Brittney Griner returns to the court for the Phoenix Mercury's season opener in Los Angeles on Friday, more than a year after being detained and sentenced to nine years in a Russian prison for drug charges. Griner's high-profile detention and subsequent release prompted calls from US officials and prominent athletes for her release, as well as a failed attempt to bring back former US Marine Paul Whelan in a prisoner swap.
Fox News: Yankees' Aaron Boone appears to shout at Blue Jays pitching coach: ‘Sit the f--- down, Pete’
The New York Yankees and Toronto Blue Jays clashed in a heated four-game series. Yankees manager Aaron Boone's conflict with Blue Jays pitching coach Pete Walker caused a scene during New York's 4-2 win. The teams won't face each other again until September 19th.
Forbes: Group Licensing Opportunities Continue To Grow For Student Athletes
The Grove Collective is partnering with Hyperluxe for a monthly gaming tournament series, allowing student athletes who are part of The Grove Collective to compete and interact with the gaming community. The online tournaments will create opportunities for student-athletes and provide a constant stream of revenue. Group licensing encourages brands to utilise athletes in larger promotion campaigns. The Grove Collective's initiative is an opportunity for athletes who may not have had large platforms on their own and enhances storytelling and creates more opportunities.
Hally Shade Stix has been working with 250 student-athletes across 70 schools through group licensing. The brand recently launched its yellow and green colors with the Baylor women’s basketball team and over 100 athletes in other sports. The campaign strategy is designed to create content, conversation and grow the Hally brand profile, not just drive sales. Successful group licensing connects brands to multiple student-athletes and creates new products such as jersey sales and trading cards for universities and fans alike. Group licensing is only in its infancy and offers a new arena for athletes, universities, and businesses to benefit.
#science
Flag And Cross: Editor of Scientific American Fails Basic Biology - No, Sparrows Don't Have Four Different Sexes
Scientific American editor-in-chief Laura Helmuth received backlash on Twitter for claiming there are more than two biological sexes, based on a Scientific American article that explores the chromosomal differences in white-throated sparrows. Twitter's truth team fact-checked Helmuth's tweet, clarifying that despite the birds having four chromosomal combinations, they only have two sexes that produce either eggs or sperm. Numerous Twitter users criticized Helmuth's rejection of basic biology, and some accused her of sacrificing Scientific American's credibility for her left-wing activism. The magazine previously broke a 175-year tradition of being nonpartisan by endorsing Joe Biden for the US presidency.
The Federalist Papers: Editor of Scientific American Fails Basic Biology - No, Sparrows Don't Have Four Different Sexes
Scientific American's credibility is being sacrificed for left-wing activism under editor-in-chief Laura Helmuth. Helmuth was fact-checked on Twitter for claiming white-throated sparrows have four biological sexes, despite it only having two sexes with four unique chromosome combinations. Twitter roasted her for promoting unscientific gender nonsense. Scientific American broke a 175-year tradition by endorsing Democratic candidate Joe Biden in the presidential election under Helmuth's watch. The magazine trashed former President Trump, claiming he rejects evidence and science.
#outdoors
Backpacker: What to Wear For Your First Dayhike
Before hitting the trail, check the weather and choose appropriate clothing that protects from weather, plants, and bugs; however, you don't need to buy new hiking-specific apparel. Wear sturdy, closed-toe athletic shoes for the first few hikes, and opt for hiking boots with ankle support for longer treks or heavy pack loads. Choose materials for footwear that are waterproof and breathable, and consider the outsole for the surface type. Wear light layers against the body and carry extra warm layers, rain jackets, and hats. Avoid cotton and clothes you care about.
#other
The Epoch Times: Energy Commissioner Warns of 'Major Threats' to Power Grid
The U.S. faces an "elevated risk" of power outages due to summer heatwaves, droughts, and wildfires, warns a reliability assessment by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation. While Democratic Commissioners touted greater use of non-synchronous renewables, Commissioner Christie, a Trump appointee, worried over the lack of sufficient dispatchable generating capacity to prevent brown-outs and black-outs in the future. The energy industry analyst Burchill claimed that the addition of non-synchronous renewable energy to the grid mix should suffice in supplementing base grid generation and noted that this summer, aggregate net power generation is expected to increase primarily from solar and wind.
Fox News: A Corvette worth millions and more autos stories
Classic Corvette auctioned off for millions.
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