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America First News
22 May 2023
#politics
Washington Free Beacon: DeSantis Moves To Disqualify Judge in Disney Case Over Alleged Bias
Lawyers for Florida Governor Ron DeSantis are seeking the disqualification of a federal judge overseeing a dispute between DeSantis and Walt Disney Co, citing potential partiality. DeSantis is being sued for allegedly targeting Disney for its leadership's political views and the judge, U.S. District Judge Mark Walker, was named as an example of state retaliation in separate cases involving the company. The lawsuit alleges DeSantis “weaponized” state government in retaliation for the company’s criticism of a law banning discussions of sexuality and gender identity with younger children .
National Review: Trump PAC Has Now Spent More Attacking DeSantis than Backing GOP Midterm Candidates
Former President Donald Trump's super PAC, MAGA Inc., has spent more money on attack ads targeting Florida Governor Ron DeSantis than it previously did on supporting Republican candidates in the 2022 midterms, with $15.3 million spent against DeSantis and only $1,500 on supporting Trump. Trump has launched a series of attacks against DeSantis, who is expected to enter the presidential race this week, with MAGA Inc. targeting DeSantis's past views on entitlement reform as a weakness heading into 2024. DeSantis political team press secretary Bryan Griffin said the figures make clear that Trump views DeSantis as a threat.
The Epoch Times: Biden, McCarthy Meeting Offers Hope of Deal on Debt Ceiling
President Biden and Speaker McCarthy will meet in person on May 22 to discuss resolving the debt ceiling crisis. Negotiations stalled over the weekend as both sides doubled down on their demands. Republicans passed the Limit, Save, Grow Act on April 26, which includes spending cuts and work requirements for some beneficiaries of Medicaid and SNAP, oil and gas drilling, and an increase in the debt ceiling. Democrats criticize the proposal as an effort to balance the budget on the working class while preserving Trump-era tax cuts for wealthy Americans. Hard-liners on both sides have issued calls to avoid compromise on their core objectives.
PJ Media: Hunter Biden Cries Poverty During Child-Support Hearing
Hunter Biden shamelessly declared himself destitute during a child-support hearing, seeking a reduction in his payment obligations to his daughter's mother. Hunter traveled to and from the hearing in Arkansas by a private jet owned by his associate and Hollywood lawyer Kevin Morris, costing between $55,000 to $117,000. Hunter made a good living selling access and influence to his father during Joe Biden's vice presidency and had his first art show in 2021, which is believed to be an effort to conceal the selling of access to Joe Biden.
Fox News: British interior minister Braverman denies that she tried to pull strings after getting speeding ticket
UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman faced criticism after reports surfaced that she tried to arrange a private speed-awareness session instead of paying a fine and receiving demerits for a speeding ticket she received. Braverman declined to confirm or deny the allegations. She is known for her controversial stance on asylum-seekers and is a favorite of the right wing of the governing Conservative Party. The Prime Minister is considering whether to order a formal ethics investigation.
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is considering launching a formal ethics investigation into Home Secretary Suella Braverman after a report stated that she tried to arrange a private speed-awareness session instead of paying a fine and receiving demerits for a speeding ticket she received. Sunak promised a government of "integrity, professionalism, and accountability" but has lost several ministers to rule breaches. Sunak himself is also being investigated.
Red State: McCarthy Has Good News About Biden 'Bribery' Form the Whistleblower Was Talking About
The FBI has failed to comply with a subpoena to release the "bribery form" allegedly containing evidence of an illegal scheme involving then-Vice President Biden and a foreign national exchanging money for policy decisions. However, House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer is determined to follow up with the FBI to obtain the document, despite the agency acting as though the deadline was only the beginning of "negotiations." Now, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is pressuring FBI Director Christopher Wray to comply with the subpoena, leading to a possible release of the document that could harm Biden's reputation and the Democrats' chances in 2024.
#society
The Blaze: NAACP declares Florida is not safe for black people, so Florida GOP chairman offers top NAACP leader irresistible gift
The NAACP issued a travel advisory against Florida, claiming the state is hostile towards African Americans, people of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals. The advisory is rooted in Florida's rejection of the AP African-American Studies course, which allegedly violated state law and is not "historically accurate."
Washington Free Beacon: WATCH: Radical Climate Activists Vandalize Historic Rome Fountain
Climate change activists pour diluted charcoal into Trevi Fountain during protest, calling for end to public subsidies for fossil fuels. Police remove activists, while some tourists film and others insult them. Ultima Generazione group links protest to floods in northern Italy, saying one in four houses in Italy is at risk of flooding. Rome mayor condemns the protest, calling for an end to attacks on Italy's artistic heritage.
Breitbart: Target Partners with Satanist Designer Abprallen for Gay Pride Collection
Target Corporation partners with UK-based designer Abprallen for its Pride clothing line. Abprallen's designs mix satanism with pro-LGBT activism, including a "Satan loves you" message and a "Cure Transphobia" sweatshirt. Abprallen's owner, a self-identified "gay, trans man" known as "Erik," claims that Satan is a symbol of passion, pride, and liberty, and that Satanists do not actually believe in Satan. Target features Abprallen's "Satan respects pronouns" pin, which features an image of the demon Baphomet. The company has a longstanding commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
PJ Media: Australians Who Criticized Male ‘Breastfeeding’ Told They Broke the Law
Twitter has notified two Australian users that their tweets criticizing a biological male who identifies as transgender would be restricted in Australia due to violating Australian laws. The user's tweets were censored after posting about an Australian male who publicly announced that he had supposedly induced lactation. The social media site informed the users that they may be obligated to take action regarding the content identified in the complaint in the future.
#foreignaffairs
Fox News: Leaders of European Union, South Korea agree to increase pressure on Russia, condemn North Korea missile tests
South Korea and the European Union have agreed to increase pressure on Russia over its war against Ukraine and to call on North Korea to cease actions that raise military tensions. They agreed to maintain and increase the collective pressure on Russia through the effective implementation of the respective restrictive measures. The leaders also called for North Korea to return to nuclear disarmament talks and cease its missile tests.
Forbes: A-10 Warplane Deployment Unlikely To Reassure U.S. Allies In The Persian Gulf
The US has sent A-10 Thunderbolt II attack planes to the Middle East to reassure allies of its commitment to security, replacing more advanced aircraft deployed to deter Russia and China. While Lt. Gen. Alexus G. Grynkewich praised the new deployment as a "true capability" against the Iran threat, Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall told Congress that the Warthog's time has passed. Experts suggest the deployment will hardly deter Tehran, which has formidable air defenses that can counter the slow-flying Warthog. This move could inadvertently make allies more skeptical, as they have previously expressed concern about US commitment and have called for more advanced suport like F-22 Raptor stealth fighters and Patriot missile defense systems.
Despite reassurance efforts through the deployment of F-22s and Patriots, Iran's past attacks on Saudi Arabia and the UAE have left allies unconvinced of US commitment to regional security. Previous US statements have been seen as unhelpful, and the deployment of older A-10 aircraft is unlikely to achieve the desired effect. The fact that the air force is retiring this fleet by 2029 further convinces Arab Gulf states that America's priorities are shifting away from their region. Ultimately, allies are calling for more advanced support, since these weapons are uniquely suited to counter or evade Iran's aging fourth-generation jets and high-altitude air defenses, which the A-10 is wholly unsuitable to do.
#economy
American Thinker: Overseas, China springs the debt trap on loans to a dozen countries
China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) strategy has left 12 countries, including Pakistan, Kenya, Zambia, Laos, and Mongolia, facing economic instability under the weight of hundreds of billions of dollars in foreign loans. Paying back the debt is consuming an ever-greater portion of the tax-revenue, leaving these countries without resources to keep schools open or provide electricity. Borrowers have also been required to put cash in hidden escrow accounts, which push China to the front of the line of creditors to be paid. Many of these countries are devoting more than a third of government revenue to paying off foreign debt.
China's refusal to forgive debt and extreme secrecy about its loans' size and terms have kept multilateral lenders from stepping in to help. In past instances with such circumstances, big government lenders such as the US, Japan, and France would work out deals to forgive some debt, with each lender disclosing clearly what they were owed and on what terms. In contrast, China refused to join in multinational talks and insisted on confidentiality, prohibiting other countries from knowing the loan terms and if China had devised a way of muscling its way to the front of the repayment line. Many of these countries already have their maximum borrowing capacity or have defaulted.
The Epoch Times: Pakistan on the Brink of Collapse, CCP to Benefit
Pakistan is facing severe economic crises, political turmoil, terrorism, natural disasters, and hunger, exacerbated by the military arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. The unemployment rate remains at 7 percent, while inflation is expected to reach a record high of 27.1 percent. Foreign currency reserves held at Pakistan’s central bank fell to $4.38 billion, barely enough to cover one month’s worth of imports, and imports have been trending downward since last summer. Pakistan may default on its foreign debt, and it may leave China as Pakistan’s only hope of securing additional loans, putting them deeper into Beijing’s orbit .
On May 9, Imran Khan was arrested on allegations of corruption, sparking protests that escalated into violent riots. Amid economic catastrophe, Khan's supporters attacked military and police officers, burning and looting police stations, vehicles, and government buildings. In an attempt to quell the rioting, the government blocked mobile internet service and social media to suppress posts against the government and coordination of protesters. Authorities have also announced that those arrested during the riots would be tried in a military court. Khan's arrest was deemed "unlawful," and he was granted bail; however, the military and police surrounded Khan's home two days later, fueling a new round of protests. Pakistan is at risk of defaulting if it does not find $35-$36 billion in external financing needs for the upcoming fiscal year, and over the next three years, Pakistan needs to repay $77.5 billion in external debt.
#crime
Fox News: Jordan Neely family attorney torches Daniel Penny's first interview: 'Never called him a white supremacist'
Marine veteran Daniel Penny denies accusations of racism in the death of Jordan Neely, a homeless man who died after being put in a chokehold. Penny's attorney, Thomas Kenniff, says multiple passengers claim Neely was making threats and scaring people before Penny used the hold. Neely's death has sparked outrage over issues of race, mental health and homelessness.
Breitbart: 23 Shot During Brandon Johnson's First Weekend as Chicago Mayor
Over 23 people were shot, one fatally, during newly-elected Mayor Brandon Johnson’s (D) first weekend in Chicago. This gun violence follows a week in which 26 people were shot, four of whom died, under the outgoing mayor, Lori Lightfoot (D). The number of homicides during Lightfoot’s tenure was over 2,700.
PJ Media: Jeffrey Epstein Attempted to Blackmail Bill Gates Over Affair: Report
Jeffrey Epstein tried to blackmail Bill Gates into contributing to a charitable fund by threatening to expose Gates' extramarital affair with a Russian bridge player. The affair allegedly took place in 2010 with Mila Antonova, whom Gates had met during a bridge tournament. Epstein disguised the threat as a request for reimbursement of Antonova's coding school expenses. Gates' association with Epstein was cited as a contributing factor to his divorce in 2019.
Fox News: 4 people injured in Alabama bar shooting
Four people were shot and wounded outside an Alabama bar in an exchange of gunfire. Three men and a woman were injured and an SUV reportedly fled the scene. The shooting is under investigation.
#sports
Forbes: Top NBA Draft Prospect Scoot Henderson Forms Alliance With Steph Curry, Hopes To Build An ‘Empire’ Similar To SC30
Projected NBA draft pick Scoot Henderson has partnered with Golden State Warriors' Steph Curry for a mentorship and strategic alliance. Henderson, who signed a professional contract with NBA G League Ignite when he was 17, wants to build an empire with his family and replicate Curry's success. Henderson has also been working with Curry's trainers, with a focus on breathing while playing and core stability. Curry hopes to learn from Henderson's commitment to his community in Marietta, Georgia.
The Federalist Papers: Coach Baffled by Crowd Size for Brittney Griner's WNBA Return Game
WNBA star Brittney Griner returned to the court after being detained and arrested in Russia for carrying hash oil. Although her Phoenix Mercury team lost to the Los Angeles Sparks, Griner scored 18 points, and even received a standing ovation. Despite this, Mercury head coach Vanessa Nygaard lamented the fact that the game did not sell out. It is unlikely that Griner's return will have a significant effect on attendance, but it is worth noting that she has followed through on her word of having a newfound appreciation for the national anthem.
Forbes: Brooks Koepka's $3.2 Million PGA Championship Win Dwarfed By His LIV Payday—But Here’s Why It Looks Good For LIV Golf
Brooks Koepka became the first active LIV Golf member to win one of golf’s four major tournaments. Koepka won the 2023 PGA Championship and took home $3.15 million for his fifth major championship. LIV's seemingly endless checkbook from Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund shook the sport’s financial landscape.
Fox News: NBA great Carmelo Anthony retires after 19 seasons
Carmelo Anthony, 10-time NBA All-Star, has announced his retirement after 19 seasons. The 38-year-old basketball legend posted a video on social media acknowledging the cities and fans that have supported him along the way and thanked his son for carrying on his legacy. Anthony, who is considered a legend in the NBA and a member of the NBA’s 75th Anniversary Team, finishes his career with a lifetime scoring average of 22.5 points per game.
#outdoors
Fox News: Massive shark pings tracking system just miles from popular resort town
"Ironbound," a 12-foot-4-inch, 1,189-pound great white shark, was pinged off the coast of South Carolina, having been first tagged in Nova Scotia in 2019. The shark's movements are tracked by OCEARCH, and it has been recorded as having traveled more than 15,000 miles in 796 days.
Midwest Living: This Hot Air Balloon Festival Will Transport You to the Best of Two Iowa Worlds
The National Balloon Classic in Indianola, Iowa attracts over 100 participants and thousands of spectators every year. Pilots play a unique game of golf-meets-darts-in-the-sky, and the festival continues past sundown with fire-filled balloons lighting up the grounds. Explore Des Moines while you're in the area, dining at the Brickhouse Tavern or enjoying modern comfort food at Clyde's Fine Diner.
#technology
Fox News: Ford 'bullet train' electric SUV coming in 2025
Ford is developing a new electric three-row SUV alongside its electric pickup truck. The SUV will be similar in size to the Expedition but optimized for efficiency instead of towing capacity, and will have a range of 350 miles per charge. It will not replace the gas-powered Expedition but will be sold alongside it. The SUV is expected to be on sale in 2025.
The Blaze: EU smacks Meta with $1.3 billion fine over Facebook's alleged violation of privacy rules
European regulators hit Meta Platforms with a $1.3 billion fine for violating privacy rules, ordering the social media giant to suspend data flows from the EU to the US. The decision applies only to Facebook, with Instagram and WhatsApp unaffected. Meta pledged to seek a stay of the order and blamed a conflict of law between US government rules on data access and European privacy rights. The company warned that restricting border data transfers could put shared services and the global economy at risk, calling for a more cooperative approach from regulators while highlighting China's largely unchallenged data transfers.
#other
Fox News: Nick Cannon doesn't pay 'government' child support for his 12 children: 'They can have whatever they want'
Nick Cannon, worth $100 million, says he doesn't pay child support in an official capacity but has given his children whatever they need. He believes his money is their money and his account is their account, saying he can't run out of money. Cannon also says having 12 children with six women has made him emotionally unavailable for new relationships. He values the people already in his life too much to sacrifice that for anyone new.