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America First News
25 May 2023
#illegals
Fox News: Gooden demands answers from United Way on federal grant money going to free services for illegal immigrants
Republicans are investigating the CEO of United Way Worldwide regarding allegations that NGOs are using federal grant money to provide free services for illegal immigrants. Representatives Gooden, Jordan, and McClintock sent a letter to the CEO demanding answers regarding the use of federal funds to provide food, services, shelter, and transportation. They warned of the increased risk of fraud, misuse, and abuse of funds due to current policies. The lawmakers have demanded that UWW turn over documents and information about the total dollar amount in grants and contracts that organizations have received from federal, state, and local government agencies.
#politics
Red State: Ron DeSantis Announces His 2024 Candidacy (VIDEO)
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced his official bid for the presidency in 2024. His campaign will focus on issues that blue-collar parents and families face, including border control, crime, and economical difficulties. He plans to differentiate himself from other candidates by turning America around through a culture of winning, keeping promises, and stopping the decline of the country. DeSantis is now the fifth big name in the Republican race, joining former President Donald Trump, former U.N. ambassador Nikki Haley, Sen. Tim Scott, and tech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy for the nomination, but his entry could change the dynamic of the race.
Fox News: Colorado history teacher who submitted resolution to replace capitalism files to run for office
Bryan Lindstrom, a Colorado history teacher and union organizer, announced his bid for House District 36 in Colorado, after introducing a resolution to replace capitalism with a new equitable economic system. Lindstrom submitted the draft resolution as a member of the Colorado Education Association, which originally stated that capitalism requires exploitation of children, public schools, land, labor, and/or resources. The finalized version passed by the association stated that capitalism is in opposition to fully addressing systemic racism, climate change, education inequality, and income inequality.
Fox News: Twitter Spaces crashes repeatedly during DeSantis 2024 announcement
Ron DeSantis' presidential campaign announcement was delayed due to repeated technical glitches on Twitter, with users voicing their complaints about being unable to hear the broadcast. The event was eventually shut down abruptly without explanation. First 700,000 users logged in to hear the announcement after it was launched.
Daily Wire: Sunny Hostin Slams DeSantis For Announcing With ‘Unpopular’ Elon Musk – Her Own Producers Fact-Check Her On The Air
Sunny Hostin criticized Governor Ron DeSantis for announcing his 2024 presidential bid with Elon Musk, claiming that Musk's approval ratings were low. However, Hostin was fact-checked by her own producer and informed that Musk's ratings were actually more favorable than Biden and Trump. DeSantis is expected to make his official entry into the 2024 presidential race on Wednesday, joining a primary field that includes former President Trump, Senator Tim Scott, former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson, and Vivek Ramaswamy.
The Federalist Papers: Texas Attorney General Calls on House Speaker to Resign After Shocking Video
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has called on Republican state House Speaker Dade Phelan to resign after a video emerged of him appearing intoxicated during a session. The video was taken Friday during a 14-hour session, KDFW-TV reported. In a clip, Phelan appeared inebriated as he slurred his words to the point at which some of them were impossible to understand. Paxton added, “His conduct has negatively impacted the legislative process and constitutes a failure to live up to his duty to the public. Texans were relying on the House to pass critical conservative priorities including protecting the integrity of our elections and preventing Chinese spies from controlling Texas land. His failures as Speaker have created a credibility crisis for all Republican candidates and for our entire Party. While I hope Speaker Phelan will get the help he needs, he has proven himself unworthy of Texans’ trust and incapable of leading the Texas House.”
Fox News: Twitter Files journalist rips IRS over home visit after agency finds it owes him money
The IRS investigation into journalist and Twitter Files figure Matt Taibbi was launched as he prepared to testify at a House Judiciary Subcommittee on Government Weaponization. Committee Chairman Jim Jordan's recent letter to IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel revealed the examination into Taibbi's 2018 tax return began on Christmas Eve 2022, which fell on a Saturday. Taibbi claims the probe was politically motivated.
While an agent subsequently visited Taibbi's home on the same day he testified before Congress, the journalist was found to be owed a substantial refund instead of being in arrears. Taibbi believes the Twitter Files saga has been a "roller coaster" experience and says that there has long been evidence that federal agencies come under political pressure to engage in politicking. He sees his case as either retaliation or an attempt at intimidation of future reporters who would look at such material.
National Review: Haley Pledges to Sign Federal Abortion Ban but Reiterates Uphill Battle in the Senate
Nikki Haley, former governor of South Carolina and former U.N. ambassador, said at a recent event that she would sign a federal abortion ban if one were to reach her desk as president, but noted that the chances of that happening soon are slim due to the lack of filibuster-proof support. Haley emphasized that she is pro-life and will not change her position when campaigning in states where that position is less popular. She suggested that instead of focusing on a federal abortion ban, the debate should focus on consensus policies like opposing late-term abortions and protecting the rights of medical professionals to refuse to perform an abortion.
#war
Fox News: Ukraine likely behind Kremlin drone attack, U.S. officials say: report
U.S. officials believe that a drone attack on the Kremlin earlier this month was orchestrated by Ukraine, which has conducted similar attacks on Russian targets. Russia claimed that Ukrainian forces attempted to assassinate President Putin in the failed attack. The drones caused little damage and no injuries. The attack has caused concern for the U.S., which has supplied Ukraine with military aid but fears that Russia could blame the U.S. and retaliate by expanding the war beyond Ukraine's borders. Intelligence experts disagree that Ukraine is capable of carrying out such an attack and believe it could have been a Russian false-flag operation aimed at giving Russia a reason to escalate the conflict beyond Ukraine. The Biden administration has cautioned Ukraine against conducting attacks inside Russia over fears that Moscow could escalate the conflict.
#economy
Foreign Policy: Russia and China Sign New Deals to Deepen Economic Ties
Russia and China signed a series of bilateral agreements aimed at strengthening their economic ties. The deals involve deepening investment in trade services, promoting Russian agricultural exports to China, and furthering sports cooperation. Trade between the two countries has increased since the war in Ukraine began, with the first three months of this year seeing $53.8 billion, a nearly 40 percent increase from the same period the year prior. Disapproval of Russia’s leadership has also increased in some traditionally favorable countries like Armenia, Moldova, Kazakhstan, and Azerbaijan. China held a Central Asia summit last week where Xi pledged a “new blueprint” for the region.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba is on his tour of Africa, seeking to encourage African leaders to support Ukraine. Kuleba cited the need for African support to keep Ukrainian grain exports uninterrupted via the Black Sea. The visit is part of a broader scheme to try to court favor with the global south, which has so far taken a more ambivalent view of Russia’s war in Ukraine. Russia plans to hold a Russia-Africa summit in July in St. Petersburg. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov had visited the continent last year and this year.
Forbes: Kohl’s New Leadership Brings Youthful Excitement
Kohl's plans to expand its partnership with Sephora, with 900 boutiques set to be in operation by the end of 2021. The company also aims to have a Sephora unit in all of its stores by 2025. Five mini Sephora boutiques will also be opened in smaller stores. Kohl's aims to focus on women's casual clothes and establish a long-term digital strategy. Despite a 3.3% decrease in net sales to $3.4bn, the company's gross margin improved by 67 basis points and selling costs decreased 4.2%. The company expects diluted earnings per share to be between $2.10 and $2.70 excluding non-recurring charges and operating margins to be around 4% for fiscal 2023.
The Epoch Times: House Votes to Overturn Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness Program
The House voted to overturn Biden's student loan transfer program. H.J. Res. 45 was passed by a vote of 218 to 203, with two Democrats joining 216 Republicans. The White House plans to veto it, believing it would "weaken America's middle class."
#health
The Epoch Times: Health Gets $900M Boost in Tasmanian Budget
Tasmania's health system will receive a $900m boost in this year's budget, with Premier Jeremy Rockliff and Treasurer Michael Ferguson saying there would be targeted support for community-based health and wellbeing initiatives. Total spending will be $12bn over four years, accounting for 60% of the budget, with education also a priority. A forecast budget surplus for 2023/24 will be impacted by economic headwinds and GST revenue write-down, but the government is still pledging dollars towards a $715m stadium and the Australian Football League team, among other initiatives.
Fox News: Gov. Justice announces leaders of 3 new agencies replacing health, human resources departments
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice has appointed the leaders of the three new state agencies that will replace the Department of Health and Human Resources. The new departments will be Health, Health Facilities, and Human Services from January. Dr. Sherri Young will lead the Department of Health, Dr. Cynthia Persily will lead the Department of Human Services, and Michael Caruso will head the Department of Health Facilities. The department was split up due to allegations of mistreatment and abuse of vulnerable residents in its care, and to increase transparency in the budget process. It currently accounts for 40% of the state's annual spending.
#crime
Fox News: UPS driver shot in Arkansas, hospitalized in critical condition
A UPS driver was shot in Arkansas and is in critical condition. The police are searching for the gunman and have not disclosed any details about the suspect. UPS is cooperating with the authorities.
Fox News: Ex-convict accused of killing woman on Phoenix trail enters not guilty plea
Ex-convict Zion William Teasley has entered a not guilty plea for the first-degree murder of 29-year-old Lauren Heike who was stabbed to death on a desert trail in Phoenix. The attack is believed to be random and without provocation. The county attorney’s office is reviewing the case to determine if the death penalty will be sought.
#sports
Fox News: Commanders' trademark application denied due to existing registrations
The USTPO denied the Washington Commanders' trademark application, citing likelihood of confusion with other registrations. The Commanders must fight the decision, come to an agreement with a D.C. citizen who previously applied for similar trademarks, or change their team name for the third time since 2020.
Fox News: Packers' Jonathan Owens is ready for new competition after honeymoon
Jonathan Owens, former Texans safety, got married to Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles and then joined Packers for their safety competition. Owens has 19 career starts, the most among all Packers' safeties. With his wife's tenacity, he found motivation and is confident to become one of the best tacklers in NFL.
Fox News: Charles Barkley ‘so mad’ over lack of attention toward Nuggets after sweep: ‘I actually turned the TV off’
The Denver Nuggets sweep the Los Angeles Lakers to advance to their first-ever NBA Finals. Charles Barkley is annoyed that LeBron James' possible retirement is stealing the spotlight from the Nuggets' historic achievement.
Fox News: Formula One drivers face new strict speeding rule
Formula One drivers will be required to adhere to stricter speed limits behind safety cars in double yellow flag zones to improve safety, according to motorsport governing body FIA. The new measures apply to both safety cars and virtual safety cars, and follow research and reviews of previous incidents. Drivers will receive visual and audible warnings of the maximum set speed limit in double yellow flag zones. The new speed limit has not been announced.
Fox News: Manchester United making push to re-join Champions League
Manchester United needs only a point from its final two matches to secure a return to the Champions League and a place in the top four, which will be a confirmation of their coach Erik ten Hag's job. It would offer United much-needed revenue, strengthen its transfer negotiations and demonstrate that United is moving in the right direction.
The Epoch Times: Dodgers Place LHP Clayton Kershaw on Bereavement List
Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw placed on bereavement list but expected to make Saturday start. Gavin Stone recalled and Wander Suero designated for assignment. Kershaw has 2.98 ERA this season. Stone started on Monday against Braves.
#technology
Breitbart: Is It Live or Is It Memorex?: Spotify Explores AI Tools to Mimic Podcast Hosts' Voices for Targeted Ads
Spotify reportedly plans to develop AI tools to mimic podcast hosts' voices to deliver targeted ads. Podcast host Bill Simmons, the founder of The Ringer, which is owned by Spotify, disclosed the strategy in a conversation with The Atlantic's Derek Thompson. Spotify's AI system could be used to refine advertisements for businesses, focus on particular cities or demographics, or to improve podcast accessibility through translation services, suggested Simmons. Spotify confirmed it is "always working to enhance the Spotify experience" but said it had "nothing to announce at this time". Critics have raised concerns over the use of AI-generated content, including music imitating the styles of well-known artists.
#other
Fox News: Taylor Swift announces new music after being scared by seemingly possessed piano during Eras Tour
Taylor Swift's piano malfunctioned during her Eras Tour show in Massachusetts, prompting the singer to instead play "Red (Taylor's Version)" with her guitar. The glitch was caused by damage to some of her instruments due to heavy rain during her three-night, sold-out appearance in the state. Undeterred, Swift announced on Twitter that she will be releasing a "Midnights" deluxe album featuring appearances from Lana Del Ray and up-and-coming rapper Ice Spice. The singer performed the entire show in the rain, describing the experience as a "full on deluge that never let up."
Fox News: Past Calvin Klein ad of trans man wearing a bra goes viral as Twitter wonders if company is the next Bud Light
Calvin Klein is facing backlash after a 2022 ad featuring a trans man wearing a sports bra goes viral. Some social media users have criticized the campaign, with one suggesting it could cause the brand to go bankrupt. The model, Bappie Kortram, who has not had top surgery, thanked Calvin Klein in an Instagram post for showcasing diverse bodies and promoting fat pride and trans inclusivity. #(other)