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1 Jun 2023
#politics
The Epoch Times: Independent Report Finds Ken Paxton Didn't Break Law in Firing Former Officials
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton did not break any laws by firing employees who accused him of wrongful dismissal and retaliation, according to an outside law firm. The Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith report refuted each of the former employees' allegations against Paxton, who was suspended after being impeached by the Texas House. Paxton was accused of bribery and abuse of public trust relating to involvement with Austin real estate developer Nate Paul. Paxton denied the allegations, calling the impeachment "politically motivated", but faces trial in the state Senate.
PJ Media: AOC Implicitly Threatens Legal Action Against Twitter Over Parody Account
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez warns of a fake Twitter account impersonating her and spreading false policy statements, but users point out that the account is marked as a parody. Some speculate that she may be considering legal retaliation, given her past support of censorship. She has previously celebrated the deplatforming of Tucker Carlson, claiming that "deplatforming works". AOC's actions and beliefs have been criticized as authoritarian, and some argue that members of Congress should not call for censorship.
Washington Free Beacon: WATCH: Biden Takes Hard Fall at Air Force Academy Graduation
President Biden took a tumble while giving out diplomas at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. He was helped up by three men on stage.
PJ Media: WATCH: Dawson of 'Dawson's Creek' Fame Goes Ham on Biden, DNC Over RFK Jr. Debate Lockout
Actor James Van Der Beek calls out the Democratic National Committee for not allowing a primary debate between contenders for the 2024 Democrat Party presidential nomination. He questions why the party that preaches the importance of democracy is acting undemocratically and not respecting the will of the people. The DNC's decision to coronate the Brandon entity without a debate may cause outrage among some voters, but they still expect them to obediently cast their ballots for Biden in the upcoming election.
Washington Free Beacon: Hunter Biden Lawyer Deposes Laptop Shop Owner in Aggressive New Legal Strategy
Hunter Biden's lawyer deposed the computer repairman who owned the shop where Biden left his laptop. Biden's aggressive legal strategy comes as he faces scrutiny over documents on the laptop that revealed his foreign business dealings. Biden's lawyers argue that the repairman had rights to the hardware, but not the digital contents.
Fox News: Supreme Court rules against unionized drivers in dispute over strike actions and property damage
The Supreme Court ruled against the unionized drivers who went on strike with their trucks filled with wet concrete. The decision provoked discussion among the judges, but a majority agreed the union failed to protect the company's property, which put the union's progress of labor law in jeopardy.
The Right Scoop: OOPS! Roger Stone caught on hot mic admitting how easy it is to manipulate Trump [VIDEO]
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Documentary footage shows Trump ally Roger Stone admitting to lying to Trump in order to manipulate him into saying what he wants him to say. Stone explains that he would tell Trump that he said something at a rally and then Trump would repeat it. Stone also claims to have been able to plant ideas in Trump's head by lying. Stone's remarks were recorded without his knowledge while he was being interviewed for a documentary.
The Epoch Times: Windsor Police Officer Appealing Discreditable Conduct Charge for $50 Donation to Freedom Convoy
Const. Michael Brisco, a Windsor police officer, has appealed his guilty charge of "discreditable conduct" for donating $50 to a protest through the website GiveSendGo. The donation had been made in support of the Ottawa Freedom Convoy. While Brisco maintains that he believed he had been "laid off" and made the donation as a civilian, retired Ontario provincial police Sgt. Morris Elbers stated that there was no reason for Brisco to think he was no longer employed. After being found guilty, Brisco was required to forfeit 80 hours of work. Now, the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms is representing Brisco in an appeal to the Ontario Civilian Police Commission.
The Federalist: The Campaign To Destroy SCOTUS Is Getting Increasingly Stupid
Slate's Mark Joseph Stern accuses Justice Samuel Alito of corruptly recusing himself in a case involving Phillips 66, despite proper disclosure. Stern claims Alito's lack of explanation for recusal violates non-existent SCOTUS ethic "rules.” However, the words “may” and “many instances” are used in the “Statement on Ethics Principles and Practices,” so explanation is optional rather than an obligation. Critics attacked Alito's recusal as an ethical issue, while they overlooked Justice Sonia Sotomayor's failure to recuse herself from multiple cases involving a publisher who paid her over $3 million while she was on the court.
National Review: The Corner: NYT: GOP’s Diverse Field a Sign of . . . GOP Racism
New York Times reporters suggest Republican presidential candidates of color are being strategic or dishonest in their rejection of the "systemic racism" to which they themselves have been subjected. Yet, the authors misrepresent these candidates' views, downplaying the existence of institutionalized racism, while these candidates do in fact recognize American racism as an obstacle to be overcome. The authors’ allegations against Republican candidates appear to be founded in a political agenda rather than reality. The insidious structure of their line of argumentation purposes that non-white Republican candidates are inauthentic in a context that American minorities can only advance if managed by left-wing funding for redistribution of society's wealth.
#society
Fox News: Oregon county commissioner rails against $800K proposed DEI budget: 'Progressive widget box'
Clackamas County is reconsidering the $828,403 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) proposal. Clackamas County Commissioner Ben West criticized the DEI ideology for causing division instead of unity in communities based on immutable traits. West stressed the importance of merit and fairness in judging individuals, not their skin color or sexuality. He remains optimistic that communities will move away from the racialization of everything and find common ground that uplifts everyone.
#foreignaffairs
Fox News: China accuses US of interfering in training exercise before 'aggressive' fighter jet maneuver
In the South China Sea, a Chinese pilot flew past a US Air Force aircraft in an "unsafe" aerial encounter. The US accused a Chinese fighter jet of intercepting their RC-135 aircraft by performing an "unnecessarily aggressive maneuver." China's Defense Ministry denied the claims and accused the US of spying on their naval drills
The Epoch Times: Opinion: Beijing’s Targeting of O’Toole and Kwan Shows the Perils of Neglecting Intelligence
The Canadian government ignored crucial intelligence on Chinese Communist Party's attempts to interfere in federal elections in 2019 and 2021, according to a former intelligence officer. The CCP carried out clandestine campaigns to intimidate voters and promote certain candidates, including targeting individuals outside the sitting Liberal government. Normally, only officials belonging to the elected government and senior officials receive intelligence briefings, leaving opposition MPs in the dark. The author suggests trusted officials be brought into the loop in specific circumstances, such as threats to personal safety and clear efforts to interfere with their positions.
The Epoch Times: China’s CCP: World’s Most Dangerous Transnational Criminal Organization
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is engaged in transnational criminal activities such as trafficking illegal drugs, laundering cash, stealing intellectual property, and murdering people for their organs. With over 96.7 million members, the CCP is the world's largest transnational criminal organization. Its primary goal is rule over Planet Earth and near parts of the solar system, and it believes that whatever it does is within its right and not criminal. China uses its sophisticated surveillance state to monitor its people and all transnational crimes committed within the state, even those not committed by state agents, are the CCP's criminal acts as well. The CCP is responsible for the tens of thousands of Americans annually killed by fentanyl, with Chinese gangs designing and making opioids in Chinese laboratories. The CCP is increasingly apparent to have decided to foster the drug trade in the Americas to destabilize the region, spread corruption, addiction, and death. These are just a few of China's crimes detailed in Frank Gaffney's new book, “The Indictment: Prosecuting the Chinese Communist Party & Friends for Crimes Against America, China, and the World.”
The Epoch Times: Pro-Democracy Group for Hong Kong Launched in Canada; Parliamentarians Express Support
Hong Kong Watch officially launched its Canadian branch with 20 parliamentarians of various political stripes supporting its inauguration ceremony, urging the federal government to defend democratic values in the face of Chinese Communist Party (CCP) interference. The launch was hosted by four patrons and parliamentarians, including Conservative MPs and former Hong Kong Legislative Council member Dennis Kwok; the group urged Canadian action against all officials who support CCP activity and intimidate Hong Kongers. Hong Kong Watch Canada will also meet with Hong Kongers who face CCP intimidation in Canada and inform the Canadian government about it. The group is also focusing on advocating for Hong Kongers whose pension funds are jeopardized.
#culture
Fox News: After ‘Little Mermaid’ remake endures harsh reviews, IMDB steps in, alters review system for movie
A new live-action "The Little Mermaid" film has been subject to mixed reviews, leading to an "alternate weighting calculation" by the Internet Movie Database (IMDb) to preserve reliability of the rating system. Criticisms have included a non-white recasting of the lead role and the introduction of inappropriate themes for children. Thousands of collective users across multiple countries have given the film a 1/10 rating. Some have questioned the transparency of the process and suggested a lack of protection for conservative or faith-based films.
#health
Fox News: School closings, early dismissals ensue as Michigan scorched by unseasonable heat
Record-breaking heat wave causes school closures and shortened class days in Detroit and Grand Rapids, Michigan due to lack of air conditioning, with temperatures up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit predicted across the southern Lower Peninsula.
California Senate approves measure to plant trees in school grounds to cool down outside areas amidst sweltering temperatures in the Northwest affecting millions of Americans.
Fox News: Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot lands teaching gig at Harvard after leaving office
Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot will teach "Health Policy and Leadership" at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health as the Richard L. and Ronay A. Menschel Senior Leadership Fellow beginning at the end of August. The Menschel program offers a rare opportunity for those who have recently served in top-level positions in government, multilateral institutions, nonprofit organizations and journalism to spend time at the school mentoring and teaching students who aspire to similar roles.
Lightfoot led a coordinated, citywide response across government, business, and community organizations to safeguard public health and minimize economic impact from the COVID-19 pandemic. She received criticism for her policies, including getting a haircut at the height of pandemic lockdowns after telling citizens to remain home, and for placing police officers who declined to receive a COVID-19 vaccine on leave without pay.
Fox News: Exercise the pain away: Physical activity boosts tolerance, study finds
Regular exercise boosts pain tolerance. Patients say they're being dismissed by doctors. Tina Turner talks about her battle with kidney disease. AI could create better dental crowns. A brain abnormality could be responsible for SIDS. Your gut microbiome is essential to your overall health. Surgeon general cautions about the dangers of social media for young people. Learn about the risks of taking Ozempic while pregnant. The full-body cancer scanner Ezra uses MRI and artificial intelligence.
The Epoch Times: Privacy Commissioner Dismisses All Complaints Over COVID Vaccine and Quarantine Mandates
Privacy Commissioner Philippe Dufresne dismissed all complaints over federal vaccine and quarantine mandates, arguing COVID-19 pandemic measures enforced by the Liberal government were necessary and justifiable under the Privacy Act. The Commissioner issued seven separate reports in response to complaints against COVID-19 measures, according to Blacklock’s Reporter. None of the complaints were upheld. The complaints targeted cabinet decrees, including a requirement that border crossers and air travellers show proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
The Office of the Commissioner and provincial equivalents had previously written in a May 2021 joint statement that no existing federal law permitted governments to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations, as there must be “clear legal authority for introducing the use of vaccine passports for each intended purpose.” Then-Privacy Commissioner Daniel Therrien told reporters in 2021. The statement was later modified to remove a sentence it deemed problematic, leading to a controversy.
#education
The Blaze: University of North Carolina med school disbands DEI task force, rejects its recommendations to teach students 'medical system is structurally racist'
UNC's medical school is ending its diversity task force & will not incorporate social justice initiatives into its curriculum.
Fox News: Ted Cruz goes off on far-left student debate judges: 'This has me horrified'
Sen. Ted Cruz raises concerns over left-wing agendas of NSDA judges, describing it as indoctrination rather than debate.
National Review: Senate Votes to Roll Back Biden’s Student-Debt Relief Order
Senate rejects Biden's student-loan relief executive order, sparking controversy over the use of HEROES Act. Biden vows to veto resolution.
#crime
Fox News: Virginia man arrested in connection to drug robbery resulting in double homicide: police
Drug robbery turned double homicide in Falls Church, Virginia. Vladimir Garcia Montes, 18, charged with robbery resulting in death after one man was fatally shot and another was fatally stabbed. Fairfax County police discovered a significant amount of marijuana nearby that detectives believe is connected to the homicide.
Fox News: NJ lawyer waives extradition in 2008 Boston serial rape case
New Jersey lawyer, Matthew J. Nilo, suspected of a series of rapes in Boston 15 years ago, waived his right to extradition back to Massachusetts during his court appearance. Nilo is charged with three counts of aggravated rape, two counts of kidnapping and other charges for the Boston assaults in 2007 and 2008.
Fox News: Florida jury selection underway for former Parkland school resource officer accused of not confronting gunman
Former Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School resource officer, Scot Peterson, is facing jury selection for seven counts of felony child neglect, three counts of misdemeanor culpable negligence, and perjury for allegedly lying to detectives regarding his inaction during the 2018 Parkland, Florida school shooting. Peterson is the first law enforcement officer in the United States to face criminal charges for failing to act during an active school shooting. He may face prison time and the loss of his $104,000 annual pension if convicted of the child neglect charges.
After initial jury selection, 55 candidates were selected from the pool of 300 individuals for further questioning by prosecutors and defense attorneys. Out of the 55 finalists, six jurors and four alternates will be chosen to determine Peterson's fate. The trial may last up to two months, and opening statements are set to begin in the middle of next week if there are no delays.
Fox News: Missing Texas dad's coworkers describe final days before disappearance
Texas father Colby Richards, 31, has gone missing after his wife found their backyard gate open and Richards nowhere in sight. He had been waking up early due to his job and having small children, and colleagues mentioned that he had seemed tired. Richards had left his home early Friday morning without his phone or wallet. Authorities are continuing to investigate, with search teams deployed, but have found no other signs of Richards or his potential whereabouts. The family has created a GoFundMe page titled "Help us find Colby Richards" to raise funds for the volunteer search.
Fox News: Former Florida sheriff's deputy arrested after tipping off friend accused of having sex with minor
A former Florida sheriff's deputy was arrested for helping a friend escape arrest for having sex with a minor. Arturo Dominguez faces four felony charges, including obstructing an investigation and unlawfully accessing confidential information. He allegedly ran Omar Ayala's name in a database and tipped him off before telling him to flee.
Fox News: Tulsa girls sobs to police after allegedly stabbing nine-year-old brother during 'demonic' fit of rage
A 12-year-old girl in Tulsa, Oklahoma was arrested after allegedly stabbing her 9-year-old brother to death. Bodycam footage shows the girl pleading with officers after the incident, admitting to stabbing her brother while he slept. She led officers to where she had thrown the knife out of her window. The girl's motive remains unknown and her mother expressed shock over the incident.
Daily Wire: ‘Family Feud’ Contestant Who Gave Eerie Answer To Marriage Question Found Guilty Of Murdering Wife
Timothy Bliefnick, a "Family Feud" contestant, has been found guilty of breaking into his estranged wife's home and murdering her. The couple, who had three children, had been living apart and filed restraining orders against each other. During the trial, jurors were read a text Becky sent to her sister, warning that if anything should happen to her, Tim would be the number one "person of interest." Becky's family released a statement calling the verdict justice and said their loved one "was robbed of her life in the most hateful, cowardly and cruel way."
The Blaze: Man in wig allegedly robs convenience store with Nintendo Duck Hunt gun
A man in South Carolina robbed a convenience store using a spray-painted toy gun made for the video game Duck Hunt. He left with $300 but was caught in the parking lot of a Dollar General down the road. This is not the first such incident in the state.
Breitbart: Newark Cardinal Urges Faithful to Forgo 2nd Amendment Rights
Cardinal Tobin has urged Catholics to voluntarily forgo their Second Amendment rights by refusing to bear arms. He is calling for “voluntary self-restraint” involving the waiving of the right to purchase and own firearms, in order to change the culture of violence in society. Tobin contends that easy access to assault weapons could encourage individuals suffering from emotional illnesses and political agendas to take out their aggression on innocent people. The cardinal made headlines in 2017 when he trashed then-President Donald Trump in an interview, accusing him of appealing to the “dark side of Americans”.
Fox News: Teen, adult charged in Pennsylvania triple homicide may face death penalty
Two young boys and a young man were shot and killed in eastern Pennsylvania in what police say was retaliation for a previous argument. The targeted individual, Joshua Lugo-Perez, was killed and the two boys, eight-year-old Jesus Perez-Salome and nine-year-old Sebastian Perez-Salome, were playing with kittens in their backyard when they were shot. Adult Alex Torres Santos and a 16-year-old male have been charged with three counts of criminal homicide and face a range of other offenses. Police are seeking a third suspect.
#sports
Fox News: Heat's Max Strus takes jab at Boston Celtics in celebratory social media post ahead of NBA Finals
Max Strus, the Miami Heat guard, is celebrating the team's win over the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals. Strus, who was undrafted in 2019 and released by the Celtics just before the start of the 2019-2020 regular season, posted on his Instagram story to acknowledge his stint with the Celtics. He has been a solid rotation player for the Heat since signing a two-way deal in 2020. The Heat now face the Denver Nuggets in the NBA Finals.
Fox News: Phillies announcers blast Mets' Francisco Lindor for nonchalant throw on easy double play
Mets' Francisco Lindor complete easy double play, but Phillies' broadcast criticize Lindor's actions as unprofessional.
Fox News: Tiger Woods' ex-girlfriend asks court to reconsider ruling, make legal battle public: report
The ex-girlfriend of golfer Tiger Woods, Erica Herman, has requested a court to reconsider a ruling that said she must resolve her legal battle through private arbitration. Earlier in 2021, Herman was told to adhere to the non-disclosure agreement she had reportedly signed. A request for reconsideration was filed by an attorney for Herman on Wednesday, as she alleged that an evidentiary hearing ought to be conducted.
Fox News: Churchill Downs announces new safety initiatives in response to 'unusually high' horse deaths
Churchill Downs announces new safety initiatives following a meeting with horsemen in response to a wave of horse deaths at the famous racetrack. Changes include restricting starts during an 8-week period, ineligibility standards based on poor performance, and pausing track-based incentives. The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority has called for an emergency summit over the "unusually high number" of deaths.
#science
Daily Wire: William Shatner Answers Whether He Plans To Return To Space
Actor William Shatner, who traveled to space in 2021 on a Blue Origin spacecraft, says he likely won't return, comparing it to “revisiting a love affair.” Shatner cited his observation of the Earth's smallness and the tragedy of life's extinction as reasons. However, he is set to lead a new reality competition series on Fox called “Stars on Mars,” debuting on June 5, where celebrities will live in a Mars colony simulation, including Lance Armstrong, Tom Schwartz, and Ronda Rousey.
#outdoors
Fox News: Haunting last words shouted to Baton Rouge teen after he went overboard and vanished
High school graduate Cameron Robbins disappeared after jumping into “shark-infested” waters off the Bahamas. Robbins had been on a cruise with fellow students after graduation. A video of Robbins swimming away from a life preserver has attracted over ten million views, and speculation on social media sites has suggested he was taken by a shark. The United Cajun Navy consulting with professors from Louisiana University will try to find out what happened. The search was called off on 26 May, two days after Robbins disappeared, and his family have released a statement saying they are now returning home.
Fox News: California deputies use rope to free bear trapped inside car, reveal preventative measures: video
Deputies freed a bear that got trapped inside a car near Lake Tahoe, California with yellow rope. The responding Incline Patrol deputies plan helped the bear out of the car, run away, and into the woods.
#technology
The Federalist: Evidence Suggests TikTok CEO Lied To Congress About User Data
TikTok stores sensitive US user data, including social security numbers and tax IDs, in China, despite previous denials by CEO Shou Zi Chew in statements made to Congress. The disclosure has prompted Sen. Marco Rubio to call for a Justice Department investigation, with the senator demanding that TikTok be banned in the US. This report is likely to add to growing concerns over the threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party-linked app.
Fox News: Little-known camera app on your phone unlocks amazing perk
"The Magnifier" app can turn your smartphone into an instant magnifying glass. For iPhone users, the app comes already installed on your phone and can easily be located using the search bar on your home screen. Android users can add a magnifying glass shortcut to their phone and adjust how zoomed in or out they want their camera to be by following a few simple steps in their Settings. This feature can be useful in everyday life when reading small text or examining details up close.