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America First News
14 Jun 2023
#illegals
Daily Wire: Biden Admin Rescinds Trump-Era Policy, Extends ‘Temporary Protected Status’ For 300K Illegal Immigrants
300,000 illegal immigrants from El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Nepal can stay in the US under Temporary Protected Status for 18 more months, as the Biden administration overrules a Trump-era immigration policy. DHS cited "environmental disasters" as the reason for the policy reversal, but TPS only allows foreign nationals to live and work in the US and doesn’t give them a pathway to permanent residency or citizenship. The Biden administration’s decision comes as illegal immigration remains a hot topic nationwide .
#politics
The Epoch Times: CSIS Director Contradicts Minister Blair on Passage of Intel Related to Beijing Threats
Director of Canada's spy agency refutes Minister of Public Safety's testimony on information sharing protocol regarding Beijing threats against parliamentarians. CSIS Director David Vigneault testified that information is sent to the Department of Public Safety via a secure communication channel, not directly to the minister. The issue was brought to light by former special rapporteur on foreign interference David Johnston's report on CSIS' intelligence assessment regarding Chinese interference in May 2021. Conservative MP Michael Cooper sought to clarify the issue with Vigneault. Information coming to light in recent weeks indicates that no minister was informed of Beijing's threats.
Fox News: Elon Musk rebukes Biden for claiming that LGBTQI+ kids are 'all our kids': 'NOT your kids'
Elon Musk criticized President Joe Biden for referring to "LGBTQI+" kids as "our kids" in a recent speech, tweeting that the government should not claim ownership over individuals. This comes after a transgender model appeared topless at a White House event during Pride Month, prompting the White House to issue a statement condemning the behavior as "inappropriate and disrespectful." The model, Rose Montoya, defended her actions, stating that going topless is legal in Washington, D.C.
Fox News: Larry Elder counters Ramasamy's Trump pardon challenge with his own targeting 'Soros-funded' DAs
Republican presidential candidates Vivek Ramaswamy and Larry Elder exchanged challenges regarding the pardon of former President Trump. Ramaswamy vowed to pardon Trump if elected president and called on other primary candidates to do the same, but Elder refused to sign the pledge, instead challenging the "Soros-funded" prosecutors who are "refusing to do their job and enforce the law." Elder also criticized what he sees as the politicization of the criminal justice system, pointing to the lack of charges against Hillary Clinton and the length of time it is taking to investigate President Biden's handling of classified documents.
Fox News: Former Italian Premier Silvio Berlusconi honored with state funeral, day of national mourning
Former Italian Premier Silvio Berlusconi was honoured with a state funeral in Milan’s Duomo cathedral and a day of national mourning. Although he is often regarded as the most influential figure in Italy over recent decades, Italians remain fiercely divided on whether his legacy is positive or negative. Berlusconi was a media mogul, soccer entrepreneur and three-time former premier. In his eulogy, Milan Archbishop Mario Delpini expressed that Berlusconi was a businessman who found success and failure, a politician who won and lost, and a personality who had admirers and detractors. The day of mourning, which flags were flown at half-staff and all political events not involving charity were put on hold, has been questioned by Berlusconi’s political opponents.
The Epoch Times: Legal Experts Say DOJ's Case Against Trump Won't Be 'Speedy'
Former President Donald Trump has been arraigned with over three dozen charges in connection to allegedly mishandling classified records, which attorney Mark Zaid has said could lead to a drawn-out case. Special counsel Jack Smith said last week that he will opt for a “speedy trial” for Trump, but former prosecutors argue that Espionage Act cases like this tend to be complex and involve classified information, making it unlikely that a speedy trial will happen. Deciding how classified evidence is shared can get contentious and legal battles may play out largely behind the scenes under seal .
In Espionage Act cases like Trump’s, prosecutors need to ensure that classified evidence are protected while still ensuring that Trump is afforded due process by having access to the evidence to help him prepare a defense. Some of those hearings by law must be conducted ex-parte, meaning Trump’s own lawyers cannot be present, making the case even more complex. Early reports indicate that U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon, who was nominated by Trump, is overseeing the case. Trump pleaded not guilty to the 37 charges against him and alleged that the Department of Justice is targeting him for politically motivated purposes. In a televised statement, Trump said that he had the right to take those classified documents under the Presidential Records Act.
Breitbart: GOP Sen. Johnson: 'Trump Had it Right' by Not Prosecuting Hillary Even Though She Was Guilty
Senator Ron Johnson argues that politicians prosecuting their predecessors or election challengers is dangerous and that Trump and Ford's decision not to prosecute Clinton and Nixon, respectively, was the right move. He believes that the issue surrounding Trump's handling of classified records should have been handled as a civil matter, not a criminal one. Johnson states that Biden's actions of prosecuting Trump are what totalitarians do. He suggests that the records should have been handled civilly and that the indictment should not have been issued.
The Epoch Times: Federal Agencies Routinely Spy on Phone Calls, Texts, Emails of American Citizens, Experts Say
U.S. agencies are using laws against foreign terrorism to gather the private data of innocent Americans without a warrant or evidence of a crime, according to reports. The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), which authorised warrantless monitoring of non-US persons, will be up for renewal this year. Critics say federal agencies including the FBI have used the act for domestic spying campaigns against US citizens such as journalists and political commentators. Congress is discussing the extension of section 702 of the act, which allows the searches and was added in 2008. The US Constitution’s Fourth Amendment prohibits such searches.
#society
American Thinker: Johns Hopkins University erases women
Johns Hopkins University has redefined the term "lesbian" on its "Gender and Sexuality Resources" webpage by including non-binary people who identify with the label. The entry for "gay man," however, only referred to men. The transgender movement is exclusionary and dangerous to women and is virtually erasing them from the lexicon.
Daily Wire: California School Teacher With No Interest In Defunding The Police, Takes Stand For First Amendment Rights
A high school teacher, Glenn Laird, who witnessed student-on-student violence, is committed to having police on American campuses for the safety of students and teachers. However, when Glenn discovered that his union, United Teachers Los Angeles (UTLA), was endorsing a campaign to defund campus police, he resigned from the union and filed a federal civil rights lawsuit demanding his First Amendment right to decide what political positions he supports. The Freedom Foundation supported him, and the result was a media firestorm. Glenn's mission to be the best teacher continues, and he is glad he didn't have to find out what would have happened if the Freedom Foundation had not been available to help him.
Washington Free Beacon: Bud Light Is No Longer the Top-Selling US Beer
Bud Light's sales have dropped 24% since it partnered with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney. The beer brand fell from first to second place among American beer sales, with Modelo taking the top spot. 65% of distributors believe the boycott against Bud Light will last another six months, while 32% think it could be permanent. The beer brand has attempted to win back its conservative base with several ads, and Anheuser-Busch, Bud Light's parent company, promised to spend more on marketing this summer. Republican Senator Ted Cruz is investigating the company for potentially targeting an underage audience.
Fox News: Kevin O'Leary hits back after Mark Cuban claims going woke is 'good business': 'Makes absolutely no sense'
Kevin O'Leary, "Shark Tank" investor, argues that getting involved in partisan issues will alienate companies' customer base. He believes that businesses' role is not to educate society on social issues, but rather to serve customers, employees, and shareholders. O'Leary suggests that companies should focus on selling to everybody to avoid losing a portion of their customer base. He points out that the market cap of companies decreases when they offend customers. #[politics]
Mark Cuban, owner of Dallas Mavericks, disagrees with the backlash against companies that promote "woke" ideology, claiming it's good for business. He suggests that invoking politics is not the reason for recent multi-billion dollar losses at companies such as Anheuser-Busch and Target, and that waiting out the news cycle is a viable strategy for CEOs. Cuban argues that the top ten market cap companies in the U.S. can be considered "woke" and attributes their success to this ideology. #[society]
#foreignaffairs
Fox News: Turkish President Erdogan says his country's stance on Sweden joining NATO hasn't changed
Turkey's President Erdogan has said NATO should not expect Sweden to be approved before a July summit. Erdogan has held off approving Sweden's bid because the country has not fully addressed Turkey’s security concerns. NATO had hoped to bring Sweden into the military alliance by the time of the leaders' summit in Lithuania in July. Erdogan accused Sweden of being too lenient towards groups that Ankara says pose a security threat, including militant Kurdish groups and people associated with a 2016 coup attempt. Turkey's government also criticised several separate Stockholm demonstrations.
#economy
Forbes: EVs Just Made China The Largest Exporter Of Vehicles, Threatening American Jobs
China's dominance in the electric vehicle (EV) market has left America's car makers, including General Motors (GM), struggling to compete. EVs are easier to produce than gas-powered cars and with China locking up the battery market, electrification is cheaper in China. Chinese manufacturers sell EVs for as low as $11,999, making it almost impossible for foreign firms to compete. GM, once the largest and most powerful company in the world, faces a costly transition from selling profitable gas vehicles to less profitable EVs. Some financial analysts report that GM lacks the cash reserves to survive the EV race, suggesting a merger with another automaker or closure.
But the loss of GM would be a devastating blow to the US economy, particularly with over 709,000 jobs supported by the company. EV production requires fewer jobs for production, distribution, maintenance, and repair meaning many jobs supported by gas-powered vehicles may be eliminated or reduced. While America will remain a significant player in the automotive industry, China's dominance means that America's global dominance is over.
National Review: The Corner: ESG Reality Check
ESG ratings have been exposed as a manipulated game, with corporations focusing on diversity and inclusion rather than environmental impact and public health. Tesla received a lower ESG score than Philip Morris International, revealing how socio-political narratives overshadow serious issues, including the fact that cigarettes kill millions every year. The ratings don't actually assess a business’s environmental and social impact, but rather enable companies to paint a false image of ethical behavior and social responsibility. ESG should be ditched altogether.
The Epoch Times: ANALYSIS: How the Pandemic Impacted Trade Between the US and Mexico
US-Mexico trade has recovered after a hit during COVID-19, with trade surpassing pre-pandemic levels as many companies relocate their manufacturing operations from China to Mexico. The wave of “nearshoring” has created demand for warehouse space, contract manufacturing, and new manufacturing facilities. Almost any Fortune 500 company is now operating in Mexico or expanding their presence there significantly. Laredo, Texas is particularly reliant on trade from Mexico, with approximately 40-45% of goods coming from Mexico passing through Laredo borders, and the World Trade Bridge in Laredo is a critical U.S.-Mexico border crossing.
Officials and experts expect trade relations between the U.S., Mexico, and Canada to continue to grow in the future, with a more significant focus on binational cooperation and investment. Challenges include the need for clear and consistent guidelines and metrics to determine when the borders will be closed and reopened to commercial and personal movement.
Forbes: Bud Light No Longer America's Most Popular Beer Amid Conservative Boycotts
Modelo Especial surpassed Bud Light to become the most-sold beer in the US in May, according to consulting firm Bump Williams. About 8.4% of retail beer sales were Modelos, while Bud Light accounted for 7.3% over a four-week period ending 3 June. Bud Light sales fell in the period, marking two straight months of decline, while Modelo sales have been boosted by plunging Bud Light sales and a corresponding increase in spending on marketing. It is not yet clear if the trend will continue.
#military
Fox News: 18-year-old army trainee in Japan fatally shoots 2 fellow soldiers at firing range
An 18-year-old army trainee shot three fellow soldiers at a firing range in Gifu, Japan, killing two. The suspect was arrested, and the army has temporarily suspended exercises involving shooting and explosives nationwide while they investigate. Japan has strict gun control laws, but high-profile violence has occurred in recent years, including shootings, random knifings and arson attacks causing concern about homemade guns and explosives.
#culture
The Blaze: Kids’ cartoon features ‘non-binary’ characters who prefer ‘they/them’ pronouns after show’s crew members ‘came out’
Cartoon Network's "We Baby Bears" will have a new episode featuring two non-binary characters who use "they/them" pronouns. The show makers decided to add these characters after crew members came out about their pronouns. The episode, titled "Polly's New Crew," is set to premiere on June 17 and has been praised by GLAAD for incorporating LGBT-friendly themes into a children's cartoon.
#crime
The Blaze: 3 stabbed to death, 3 more run over with van by man 'dressed all in black' in early-morning UK attack
A West African man with a history of mental health issues has been arrested on suspicion of murder in Nottingham, England, after three people were found stabbed to death. The suspect allegedly stole a man's van and also drove into three people waiting at a bus stop. Two 19-year-old students were found stabbed to death, followed by a man in his 50s approximately two miles away. The suspect has settled status in England and does not have a criminal record. Authorities are keeping an "open mind" about the motive behind the attacks and have been working with counter-terrorism police.
#sports
Fox News: Pistons head coach Monty Williams almost didn't take job because of wife's cancer diagnosis
Monty Williams, former coach of the Phoenix Suns, has been named as the new coach of the Detroit Pistons. After being fired by the Suns, Williams initially dropped out of contention for the Detroit job after his wife was diagnosed with breast cancer. However, he had been in contact with Pistons General Manager Troy Weaver and when Williams received good news about his wife, he returned to consider the job. Williams discussed his wife’s health during his introduction, emphasizing the need for early detection testing.
Fox News: Conor McGregor on mascot punch: 'It was a skit, and all is well'
Conor McGregor downplayed the punches he delivered to the Miami Heat mascot during a timeout in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. McGregor spoke with TMZ Sports and said there was no animosity, and after the skit, he talked things out with the mascot. McGregor was at the arena as a promotional gimmick for a pain-relief spray, and the mascot wearing oversized boxing gloves and a robe akin to a fighter's clothes, took a left hook and a punch to the floor before being sprayed with the relief product. Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra admired the toughness of the man in the suit.
Flag And Cross: Denver And Its NBA Champion Nuggets Face Historic Rain This Month
Denver has experienced its wettest year on record, with only three rain-free days since the start of June and numerous thunderstorms and hailstorms hitting the area. The city won its first NBA championship and is set to host a celebration parade on Thursday. AccuWeather senior meteorologist Heather Zehr says more chances of thunderstorms are forecast for the rest of the week, with brief downpours potentially soaking revelers. The city has measured 7.95 inches of rain from May 1 to June 12, more than double the historical average of 3.02 inches.
#outdoors
The Epoch Times: Tree Staking and Palm Trunks
Trees should be staked loosely for at least a year after planting and allowed to flex in the wind to develop a sturdy trunk and strong root system. Remove the stakes after a year. Use soft materials that won't damage the trunk.
An expanding hole for a palm tree in a deck may not be necessary as palms don't substantially increase in trunk diameter once they reach their maximum diameter. They grow differently than trees and have a V-shaped stem base. An expanding hole may be needed if the palm is one that expands at the base and the deck is not too high off the ground.
#technology
The American Mind: The Exterior Darkness
The development of AI language software like ChatGPT has raised questions about the ability of machines to think and whether they possess an inner life. The Turing Test proposes that if a machine can respond to a human in a manner indistinguishable from another human, it is "thinking." However, objections to this definition suggest that "the inner life" is unique to humans and is attributed to thoughts and emotions felt. While AI language software can produce passable output, it is simply running a series of calculations and doesn't reflect the internal experience of things in the same way humans do. The fear is that if we lose the ability to distinguish between human and machine-generated output, we may lose the ability to distinguish between inner experience and algorithmic calculations.
The Federalist: China's Burgeoning AI Supremacy Threatens American Stability
The CEO of OpenAI warns that AI is here to stay and could wreak havoc without proper regulation. China poses the greatest threat to American interests in AI with its cohesive approach to the integration and utilization of AI. The U.S. lacks a consistent and focused national strategy. The U.S. must act to attain AI supremacy and remain competitive on the global stage, or risk being displaced as hegemon by China.
#other
The Epoch Times: Toronto's Pearson Airport Fines Poorly Performing Baggage-Handling Companies
Toronto's Pearson International Airport is cracking down on contractors that fail to meet service standards, including baggage handling, after a poll by J.D. Power found the airport ranked among the lowest in Canada and the United States for customer satisfaction. Penalties are now being imposed for non-compliance. The Greater Toronto Airports Authority has updated its rules and has issued fines totalling CAD100,000 ($75,000) so far. The rules do allow for unforeseen circumstances that may impact airport operations.
Forbes: Will Madonna Continue Her Winning Streak Next Week With Sam Smith?
Madonna's new single "Popular" with The Weeknd and Playboi Carti debuts at No. 43 on the Hot 100, her highest debut in a decade. She also has a new single with Sam Smith called "Vulgar" that is currently racking up streams and sales. The two could potentially reach several Billboard charts, including the Hot 100. The collaboration between Madonna and Smith holds immense potential, showcasing their shared penchant for electro-pop sounds and dark, controversial lyrics.
If the song continues to gain traction, it may secure a spot on various Billboard charts, including the prestigious Hot 100. While duplicating the success of Smith's "Unholy" may be a tall order, the combined star power of Madonna and Smith certainly increases the likelihood of achieving significant chart success.