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19 May 2023
#illegals
Fox News: Border Patrol drops New Hampshire checkpoints near Canadian border
Border Patrol settles with ACLU over unconstitutional searches and seizures at Woodstock interior checkpoints in New Hampshire. The settlement bars federal agents from setting up any checkpoints in the town until Jan. 1, 2025. The decision arose from a 2017 checkpoint operation that led to the arrest of 16 people on minor drug possession charges, with no individual charged for crossing from Canada. The ACLU claimed border agents conducted illegal searches, leading to the arrest of U.S. citizens under state drug laws not related to immigration.
#politics
Breitbart: Brazil Convicts Ex-President Fernando Collor de Mello of Corruption
Former Brazilian President Fernando Collor de Mello has been convicted on corruption and money laundering charges by the Supreme Federal Tribunal. He was accused of receiving bribes to facilitate contracts with a former oil and gas subsidiary of state-run Petrobras from 2011 to 2014. The 73-year-old's presidency, which began in 1990, ended after just over two years, with his impeachment by the Brazilian Senate on corruption charges.
Washington Free Beacon: House Republicans Demand FBI Reopen Clinton Investigations
Republican House members are calling for the FBI to restart investigations into Bill and Hillary Clinton after the Durham report revealed that four probes into their potentially illegal activities were shut down in 2016. Rep. Matt Gaetz and former congressman Jason Chaffetz want the probes, three of which began in 2016, to be restarted over possible criminal activity by the Clinton Foundation. All the investigations were closed by senior FBI officials months before Clinton's 2016 defeat. The Durham report compared the FBI's investigation into Trump's alleged ties to Russia to its sluggish approach to Clinton's investigations.
PJ Media: Weekend Parting Shot: Dems Bring Their Usual Level of Dignity to the House Hearing
Representative Linda Sanchez embarrassed herself during a hearing for the House Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government by asking FBI whistleblower Marcus Allen to respond to a tweet about Nancy Pelosi that turned out to not be under his name. Despite knowing she had the wrong Marcus Allen, Sanchez kept talking and talking. The buffoonery was caught on camera and brought one to question her competency as a legislator.
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Fox News: Democrats target vulnerable GOP lawmakers for supporting McCarthy’s debt ceiling bill
The Democrats' Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) has launched "GOPVotedToDefault.com," targeting moderate and vulnerable Republicans for supporting spending cuts outlined in Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s debt ceiling bill. The website names 31 Republican members of Congress and accuses them of seeking to cut funding for veterans, Social Security, and seniors’ healthcare. Despite Republican denials, Democrats have accused them of the same attack lines even as Congress and the White House are trying to find an agreement on how to raise the debt ceiling before the government is unable to pay its bills after June 1.
The DCCC’s new online pressure campaign comes just as Democrats are gathering signatures to make an end run around McCarthy to bring a clean debt limit increase to the floor — something every GOP lawmaker has spoken out against. However, the website has been slammed as an attack on the Republicans without substance. The NRCC, House GOP’s rival to the DCCC, accused Democrats of ignoring their "spending crisis" to launch a partisan online attack.
Newsbusters: SPIKED: FBI Whistleblower Hearing Not Aired on ABC, CBS, NBC, MSNBC, NPR... CNN Did It
ABC, CBS, and NBC did not report on a House Judiciary Committee hearing on FBI whistleblowers, which was organized by Republicans. Even the morning shows on these networks avoided coverage. Fox, PBS, and NPR covered the hearing, while CNN offered a brief mention. The New York Times and USA Today did not cover the hearing, instead focusing on debt-ceiling negotiations and progressive concerns about Biden. The Washington Post covered the hearing but framed it as the FBI revoking the security clearance of whistleblowers who had made allegations of abuse.
The Blaze: 'Let the teachers teach, and shut up': Dem lawmaker gets nasty with voter who asked him to help pass parents' rights bill
A New Hampshire state representative, Tommy Hoyt, told a parent to "shut up" after the parent asked him to support a Parents' Bill of Rights in Education. The proposed legislation aimed to stop schools from withholding information about children from parents, including information regarding sex and gender. However, the bill received heavy opposition from teachers' unions, progressive activists, and left-leaning politicians who claimed that parents could pose a danger to their children. The bill was ultimately shot down in a 195-190 vote on Thursday.
Newsbusters: RAMPING UP THE FIGHT: GOP Senators Reintroduce Bill to Halt Big Tech-Government Collusion
Republican senators introduced the Disclose Government Censorship Act to counter government and Big Tech collusion in controlling social media platforms. The proposed bill aims to expose government coordination with social media companies to limit what Americans can say or read. The senators argued that this collusion violates Americans' constitutional rights to free speech, calling for transparency and accountability from Big Tech companies mirroring the First Amendment.
Fox News: FBI improperly used warrantless search powers more than 278,000 times in 2021, FISA court filing reveals
The FBI improperly used warrantless search powers over U.S. citizens more than 278,000 times in the year ending November 2021, according to an unsealed FISC filing. The individuals in question included Capitol rioters, George Floyd protesters, and donors to a congressional candidate.
Despite facing scrutiny for the misuse of Section 702, FBI Director Christopher Wray has stated that the bureau has taken steps to reform the system. The Office of the Director of National Intelligence has reported a "significant decline" in the total number of queries the FBI made into U.S. citizens between 2021 and 2022 under Section 702, due to changes in the bureau's systems, processes, and training.
The Epoch Times: Ron DeSantis Nears Presidential Candidacy Announcement Amid Speculation on Timing
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is rumored to be announcing his presidential candidacy to challenge former President Donald Trump and others for the 2024 Republican nomination. While anonymous sources claim he will file his federal campaign paperwork in Miami on May 25, a source close to him warns against trusting these reports entirely. DeSantis is expected to wait until after he signs the state budget and reviews starting legislative sessions before announcing his bid for presidency.
One reason DeSantis may be delaying his announcement relates to a bill that would clarify Florida's election law by stating the governor would not have to resign in order to run for president. This bill has not yet been transmitted to DeSantis for signing. The bill raises questions about whether he should resign before officially running for president, although the addition of this line exempts candidates for president or vice president from the resign-to-run requirement. DeSantis has not yet announced when he will get around to reviewing the bill as he has been preoccupied signing dozens of state bills.
Newsbusters: Hypocrites: The View Demands Feinstein Resign, ‘Not Ageism or Sexism’
The View co-hosts demand Senator Dianne Feinstein's resignation due to her age and health, despite previously denouncing mental competency tests and defending other politicians in similar conditions. They accuse Republicans of forcing her to return to work before being fully healed and criticize the Democrats for playing politics with the seat. The show exhibits a double standard on questioning a politician's ability to be in office.
#society
Flag And Cross: Lawyer for 'Karen' Accused of Trying to Steal from Black Men: She Paid for the Bike and Has Receipts to Prove It
A pregnant NYC woman was accused of racism during a dispute over a rented bike with young men on Twitter. Attorney Ben Crump accused her of endangering black men and labeled her a "Karen." However, the woman's attorney provided proof, including two receipts that show she paid for the bike, and claimed that a group of black teenagers robbed her bike. Her lawyer said he will sue several media outlets for defamation on her behalf. The woman, a physician's assistant at Bellevue Hospital, was placed on leave from her job after the video went viral.
National Review: The Corner: Sarah Comrie Deserves Her Good Name Back
A video circulated showing Sarah Comrie, a nurse at Bellevue Hospital in NYC, supposedly attempting to steal a Citi Bike rented by four black men. Benjamin Crump tweeted about it, likening her to white women who have endangered black men before. NewsOne even claimed she was like the murderer of Emmett Till. She was innocent.
Comrie was in fact the victim of a viral hate hoax. NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue immediately suspended her without the chance to present her evidence, despite it being clear cut. The situation shows the intoxicating effect of narrative-confirming stories of panicky white women by urban progressives.
Breitbart: PetSmart Pushes the LGBT Agenda: 'Celebrate Pride with Your Pet'
PetSmart is promoting the LGBT agenda during June pride month by selling rainbow-themed accessories for pets and making a donation to GLSEN, an organization that injects gender confusion into schools. The "You Are Loved Collection" features dog and cat accessories, as well as "pride wings" costumes and "pride vibes" tank tops for reptiles, and rainbow-themed aquarium accessories for fish. Other companies, such as Target, have also jumped on the woke bandwagon by rolling out their extensive pride collections, including a "tuck-friendly" bathing suit for confused boys and men who wish to appear more feminine.
#war
Euromaidan Press: The Battle for Askania-Nova: how Russia’s war threatens Europe’s ecological paradise
The Askania-Nova biosphere reserve in Ukraine, which is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including zebras, bison, and Przewalski’s horses, is at risk due to the Russian occupation. Military vehicles passing through the area have caused pollution, and animals have been deprived of essential medications and food. The area’s natural and scientific significance has been recognized by UNESCO, and ecological damage caused by the Russian invasion is estimated to cost over $46 billion. Ukraine has appealed to international environmental organizations to recognize Russia’s actions as illegal and activists around the world have joined hands to form a human chain calling for an investigation into violations of environmental protection laws by Russian troops.
The New American: Hungary to Block €500 Million in Weapons Funds to Ukraine - The New American
Hungary is reportedly blocking €500 million in EU funds from the European Peace Facility (EPF) that were meant to be used to purchase weapons for Ukraine, in response to Ukraine's moves to weaken the Hungarian economy and accusations that the Hungarian OTP Bank aided Russian actions in Ukraine. Hungary has demanded guarantees from Brussels to ensure the EPF's global horizon instead of solely weaponizing Ukraine. Meanwhile, Britain and the Netherlands pledged to set up an international fighter jet coalition to support Ukraine, after Zelensky's diplomacy tour of western Europe to lobby for F-16s and other aircraft. Poland and Slovakia have already deployed Soviet-era fighter jets, but Ukraine is aiming for more advanced weaponry.
#economy
Newsbusters: COMEDY: Inverse Jim Cramer Strikes Again
Jim Cramer's stock market predictions have been consistently bad, with his recent negative advice on tech company Nvidia backfiring as its shares rose 114%. He then did a complete 180-degree turn and enthusiastically endorsed Nvidia. Cramer's poor stock advice has led to an "Inverse" Cramer ETF that allows investors to bet against his picks.
Breitbart: RFK Jr.: 'I Got Sold on Bitcoin When I Saw What Happened to the Truckers in Ottawa'
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at the Bitcoin conference in Miami Beach, Florida pledging to support the use of Bitcoin as a check on centralized government power. Kennedy argued that the decentralized structure of Bitcoin is a solution to prevent governments from manipulating financial systems to repress speech and limit personal liberty. Kennedy stated that if elected, he would make sure that the US remains the global hub of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, and protect the right to hold and use Bitcoin from government intrusion.
Forbes: JetBlue, American Airlines Partnership Rejected, Judge Rules
Federal judge rejects partnership between American Airlines and JetBlue, ruling it suppressed competition and would raise flight prices in four northeast airports. Another antitrust lawsuit has been filed against JetBlue to block its $3.8 billion merger with Spirit Airlines.
Breitbart: 'Derelict Zombie Apocalypse:' Twitter Employee Lawsuit Reveals Elon Musk's Refusal to Pay Rent in San Francisco
Six former Twitter employees are suing Elon Musk for fraud and breach of contract, shedding light on Musk's refusal to pay rent for Twitter's buildings. One employee claims that Musk said he would pay rent "over his dead body" and his lawyer later claimed that charging rent in "derelict zombie apocalypse" San Francisco is unreasonable. The lawsuit involves claims of unpaid severance pay and contract breaches, and comes as landlords in several cities, including London, New York, and San Francisco, have taken legal action against Twitter for nonpayment of rent.
The Epoch Times: Huntington Beach Raises Parking Meter Rates
Huntington Beach approves ordinance to raise parking meter rates, adding meters on Main Street to boost revenue and address cost increases. Peak season rates to increase $1 to $1.25, with off season rates jumping to $3 from $2.25. Councilman proposes gate charge for certain events at city's beaches.
Flag And Cross: Biden Stays Optimistic About The Debt Ceiling Deal As The Clock Ticks On Negotiations
Biden vows US will not default on debt despite ongoing negotiations with Congress. Senate Democrats have urged President Biden to use the 14th Amendment to avoid default if no deal can be reached with Republicans. White House and Congressional leaders believe default would be catastrophic for the economy. Negotiations continue, with real differences between parties; stocks plunge as recession looms.
The Epoch Times: Cory Morgan: Canada Must Establish a Robust East/West Energy Corridor to Avert the Catastrophe of a Line 5 Shutdown
The Enbridge Line 5 pipeline battle is heating up with anti-energy activists targeting the cross-border pipeline and demanding it be shut down. Canadian energy security is now vulnerable and jobs will be lost if it is shut down. Even though Line 5 has been safely operating for over 65 years, ideologically driven opponents want it closed down at any cost. Indigenous bands have also joined in opposition to the pipeline. If Line 5 is shut down, this could trigger a crisis and Canada must take proactive measures to pursue domestic energy security and avert a pending catastrophe.
#health
Breitbart: Dianne Feinstein Appeared to Be Screening Calls During Senate Absence
Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) has returned to work after being hospitalized for shingles and undisclosed "complications." During her recovery, she screened her incoming calls and refused to have contact with California lawmakers, even rejecting an in-person visit from Sen. Alex Padilla (D-CA). She remained adamant about returning to work, but the New York Times revealed that she was much sicker than previously reported, having been hospitalized for brain inflammation. She has struggled to function in the job and people close to her are joking that she will only consider retiring from office when she's "dead."
#crime
The Blaze: 14-year-old male accused of kicking 35-year-old man in head as accomplice calls victim 'cracker'; teen hit with hate crime charge
A 14-year-old unnamed male kicked a man in the head as he yelled "You're not going to catch me, cracker!" The NYPD charged the boy with a hate crime assault but the other two suspects remain at large. Roosevelt Island F train station caught surveillance images of them. The man suffered head pain after the attack on April 14 but was not hospitalized. Crime Stoppers offers a reward of up to $3,500 for tips on the two other suspects. Twitter has responded with shock and outrage.
Fox News: Child accidentally hangs herself in amusement park inflatable while staff stared at phones: Report
A child died in Ukraine after accidentally strangling herself inside an inflatable trampoline at a kids' amusement park. The 4-year-old became entangled in the loops of the inflatable trampoline and died from suffocation. Three employees were supposed to be watching over the children, but instead were on their phones, according to witnesses. The owner of the trampoline has been detained in connection with the incident.
Forbes: James Patterson To Write Book About The University Of Idaho Murders—Just Months After Incident
Best-selling novelist James Patterson is teaming up with investigative journalist Vicky Ward to write a nonfiction book about the murder of four University of Idaho students in November 2022. The book will draw on exclusive interviews, reporting, and trial transcripts, and is expected to be optioned for a docuseries by Skydance Television. The murders shocked the nation, leading to a massive manhunt for the suspected killer, who was later identified as Ph.D. student Bryan Kohberger. The motive for the killings remains unknown.
The Babylon Bee: White 12 Passenger Van Either Belongs To Kidnapper Or Nice Catholic Family
The FBI is investigating a suspicious white van that picked up a group of kids outside a school and dropped them off at a church. The van is either owned by a kidnapper or a Catholic family.
The Blaze: Illinois man who lured girl with Disney cups then murdered her sent to prison: 'There's a girl inside, and I strangled her'
Arthur Jensen was sentenced to 50 years in prison for the strangulation murder of Adara Bunn, whom he lured to his home using Disney cups. Bunn had visited Jensen's trailer home to purchase Disney memorabilia, but Jensen strangled her to death the next day.
Fox News: Maryland assistant principal accused of making unwanted sexual contact with male student: police
Kelly Eugene McClure-Hewitt, a 55-year-old assistant principal in Maryland, has been charged with third-degree sex offense, fourth-degree sexual contact offense, and second-degree assault for allegedly making unwanted sexual contact with an 18-year-old boy who alleges that McClure-Hewitt also gave him gifts and discussed homosexuality with him. McClure-Hewitt has been placed on administrative leave, and St. Mary’s County Public Schools has not yet given any comment on the case.
McClure-Hewitt, a Lexington Park resident, is accused of making inappropriate sexual contact with the boy on multiple occasions in March when the victim went to his office. The victim and McClure-Hewitt had no prior relationship before the unsolicited interactions began. McClure-Hewitt has been held in custody on a no-bond status since his arrest.
#sports
The Epoch Times: All-Time NFL Great Jim Brown Dies at 87
Football legend Jim Brown has died at the age of 87. The former NFL running back, actor, and civil rights activist passed away at his home in Los Angeles with his wife, Monique, by his side. Brown was a three-time league MVP and the only player to hold an eight-year career rushing record, breaking the league’s record books in an incredibly short career spanning 1957–1965. He played an integral role in increasing football’s popularity on television and went on to feature in over 30 films. Despite his on-field achievements, Brown was a controversial figure, having been arrested half a dozen times, mostly on charges of hitting women .
targetwalleye.com: Winnebago won dirt shallow, Blue mucous walleye, New bass hybrid – Target Walleye
Todd Zemke won the Lake Winnebago NWT with a 2-day total of 31 lbs 10 oz, catching walleyes in just 3 feet of water using spinners and 2-hook crawler harnesses. Tom Huynh landed in 2nd place with 31 lbs 3 oz using jigs super shallow up the river and the aid of a custom Northland Tackle plastic.
Fox News: Haslam family remembers NFL legend: ‘The greatest to ever put on a Browns uniform’
NFL Hall of Famer and civil rights activist Jim Brown dies at 87. Cleveland Browns owners Jimmy and Dee Haslam remember him as a true icon of not just the Browns but the entire NFL and one of the greatest players in NFL history. Brown was also an actor and founded Amer-I-Can, a group serving at-risk youth. He participated in the Cleveland Summit to support boxer Muhammad Ali during the Vietnam War and fought for civil rights and better education for youth. Brown entered the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1971.
Forbes: Baseball Hall Of Fame Sends Photography Exhibit On The Road
The Baseball Hall of Fame is taking a traveling photo exhibit on a three-year, four-city road trip that started in Long Island. The exhibit titled, “Picturing America’s Pastime: A Snapshot of the Photograph Collection at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum,” features around 51 black-and-white and color images representing a small fraction of the 750,000 images in the museum archives.
#outdoors
Backpacker: National Parks Close Roads and Campgrounds and Delay Summer Openings
The winter of 2022-23 brought epic snowfall to the western U.S., leading to one of the best ski and spring rafting seasons in decades. However, the snow also caused damage to national park infrastructure, with some areas still closed due to projected flooding. Parks affected include Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in California, Yosemite National Park, and Grand Canyon National Park. Despite the closures, there are still areas open for visitors to explore and enjoy.
#technology
Flag And Cross: How ChatGPT Helped This NYC Car Owner Beat A $115 Parking Ticket
A ChatGPT AI chatbot helped a New York City car owner contest a $115 parking ticket for allegedly parking in a crosswalk. The car owner used GPT-4 to generate a legal letter contesting the violation based on official definitions of crosswalks according to NYC parking laws. After submitting the letter, the judge ruled "Not Guilty" in favor of the car owner, showcasing the capabilities of AI technology.
Flag And Cross: Wendy's And Google Partner In An AI Chatbot For Drive-Thru Kiosks In A Pilot Program
Wendy's is partnering with Pipedream to launch a pilot program using robot-powered underground delivery systems for online orders. The fast-food chain aims to revolutionise customer experience, making it more efficient and seamless. The autonomous logistics company will use a network of tunnels to transport food from Wendy's kitchens to customers' cars. The delivery system employs an AI chatbot from Alphabet's Google Cloud, called Wendy's FreshAI, to streamline the ordering process. Though Wendy's will be the first quick-service restaurant to use Pipedream's unique delivery technology, customer reaction remains to be seen.
#other
National Review: The Corner: Congress Not on Track to Improve Rail Safety
Transportation scholar Marc Scribner analyzes the Railway Safety Act being debated in Congress and finds it violates sound public policy principles and will not improve rail safety. Scribner suggests a better approach would be to align regulations with railroads' economic incentives and points to the success of past deregulation measures, which led to a 75% decline in train accident rates and an 85% decline in employee injuries. He advocates for automation as a way to further improve safety, including automated track inspection and operations. Scribner criticizes the Railway Safety Act as a sloppily written piece of legislation that invents a problem and proposes solutions unlikely to address it.
The Epoch Times: Dan Bongino Reveals the Real Reason He Departed Fox News
Former Fox News host Dan Bongino denies any anti-Trump sentiment regarding his departure from the network. He claimed that Fox News wanted to renew his show, but he had a different vision for his role at the network since he couldn't work six days a week. Bongino stated that he received an offer that would allow the network to call him at any time to cover breaking news, but he couldn't do it, so he declined. He also revealed that he left the network immediately after failing to negotiate a contractual extension. Bongino did not discuss with Megyn Kelly why Tucker Carlson left the network nor his opinions on Carlson's departure.