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14 Jun 2023
#illegals
Fox News: Ex-Border Patrol chief says letting migrants into US was 'only agenda' of DHS when Mayorkas took office
House Republicans accuse Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas of "dereliction of duty" during a hearing focused on allowing more migrants to cross the U.S. border with Mexico. Former Border Patrol Chief Rodney Scott testified that Mayorkas knew what effect his policies would have and that he was informed both verbally and in writing about Customs and Border Patrol's concerns. Republicans also summoned testimony from former acting DHS Secretary Chad Wolf and former acting director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Joe Edlow. The number of monthly encounters at the U.S.-Mexico border skyrocketed from 100,000 under Biden's first full month in office to over 200,000 under Mayorkas' leadership.
#politics
Fox News: North Carolina approve bill banning local ordinances that prevent expansion of energy services based on fuel
North Carolina legislature passed a bill prohibiting local governments from blocking energy services based on fuel type, including natural gas. The bill also prohibits local ordinances against the purchase, sale, or installation of appliances based on fuel type. Another bill increasing punishments for intentionally damaging utility equipment may also pass this week, making it a felony to purposefully damage energy facilities and allowing for monetary damages for those affected.
The Blaze: Former US attorney squashes Dem narrative about 'whataboutism' — and explains why questions about Clinton, Biden are legit
Legal expert Andrew McCarthy refutes claims of "whataboutism" by Democrats regarding the Trump indictment, stating that legal decisions are made based on precedent and comparison with other cases. McCarthy also points out the differences in the speed of the indictment against Trump compared to the Hunter Biden investigation, which has been ongoing for five years and is approaching the statute of limitations.
Red State: FBI Deputy Director's Disturbing Revelation About 'Biden Bribery' Recordings That Should Concern Us All
FBI Deputy Director Paul Abbate faced questioning from the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday regarding the extension of Section 702 under FISA and the Biden bribery scandal. Republican senators questioned Abbate on FBI bias in pursuing Trump versus Biden and called out the FBI for hiding 17 audio recordings related to the Biden-Burisma bribery scandal. Abbate admitted to redacting the information to protect the source and claimed to have no knowledge of the recordings' existence. The incident highlights the issue of two systems of justice and the undermining of the rule of law in the US.
The Federalist Papers: Matt Gaetz Sends Scathing Letter to Merrick Garland with List of 3 Demands - AG Has Only 3 Weeks to Comply
Florida GOP Rep. Matt Gaetz has asked Attorney General Merrick Garland for "all staff rosters, phone lists, or similar records" of the head of the special counsel into the investigation into former President Donald J. Trump, Jack Smith. Gaetz cited Smith's previous work and connections to Joe Biden and the overturn of a corruption case against a GOP governor, and noted that one of Smith's deputies, Karen Gilbert, had resigned from a position over misconduct; Gilbert donated to the campaigns of both Biden and Barack Obama. Gaetz has threatened to defund the special counsel's office via "procedural tools" available to the House of Representatives.
Townhall: It's Donald Trump vs. Wannabe Dictator Joe Biden
Former President Donald Trump claims that there are two different standards of justice in the country, one for Democrats and the radical left and another for Republicans and conservatives. Trump was indicted on federal charges, allegedly mishandling classified documents. Meanwhile, the Department of Justice is biased against Republicans, and current President Joe Biden is turning the federal government against his political opponents. This is election interference at the highest level .
While former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton got away with storing unclassified information on unauthorized servers, President Joe Biden is facing accusations of bribery for a multi-million dollar scandal. Biden and his son are alleged to have received $10 million from the co-founder of the Ukrainian gas company Burisma Holdings, who is believed to be an agent of Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service. In exchange, Biden allegedly fired a Ukrainian prosecutor who was investigating Burisma. The Department of Justice has done nothing to investigate these allegations, and readers are urged to become Townhall VIP members to support the truth-seeking reporting to expose this corruption .
PJ Media: Kari Lake Song ‘81 Million Votes, My A**’ Hits Number One on iTunes
Former Arizona gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake's new song "81 Million Votes, My A**" questions the legitimacy of Joe Biden's 2020 presidential victory and has topped the iTunes charts. Lake has been on a crusade to restore integrity to Arizona's elections, and Save Arizona, her organization, will conduct the most extensive ballot-chasing operation in the state's history during the 2024 election cycle. Lake wants to send a message to technocrats and tyrants that "we are on to what they're pushing."
The Epoch Times: Braverman: Militant Protesters to Face Full Legal Armoury of Police
The UK Home Secretary, Suella Braverman, has said that new anti-protest regulations give police “the full armoury of legal tools” needed to tackle “militant” activists such as Extinction Rebellion and Insulate Britain. Braverman said she was frustrated that such groups cause disruption to others trying to go about their daily business, adding that she expects a “swifter” police response under the new laws. The regulations were voted through by the House of Lords this week, despite opposition criticism that they constituted an “absolute fundamental constitutional outrage”. Critics claim the regulations are further evidence of the government sidelining Parliament, after previous such proposals were rejected by MPs.
The new regulations give police additional powers to intervene in protests, including those that involve tunnelling and road blockades. The previous Public Order Act also granted police extended powers. Braverman has praised the Metropolitan Police over its handling of the recent coronation, although the force came in for criticism over its decision to arrest six anti-monarchy protesters and three charity volunteers who were later released without charge. Rights group Liberty has begun legal action against the government, arguing that the new regulations undermine parliamentary democracy by being introduced through the back door.
Washington Free Beacon: Senators Won’t Reauthorize Warrantless Wiretapping FBI Used Against Trump Without Changes
US senators from both parties question the renewal of a surveillance program aimed at countering foreign threats, that intelligence officials have used to spy on Americans. The program, effected through the 2008 statute Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), was used by the Obama administration to conduct surveillance on Donald Trump's campaign associate in 2016. Intelligence officials defend the program as vital to national security, but lawmakers demanded explanations for past compliance issues and also want a warrant requirement for searches about Americans. The FBI improperly searched the database for Americans' information over 278,000 times in recent years.
Fox News: CA State rep warns parents of gender affirming law: ‘If you love your children, you need to flee California'
Senator Scott Wilk urged parents to flee California if they love their children, in response to concerns over legislation AB 957 which requires parents to affirm their children's preferred gender identity. Critics claim that parents who refuse to comply could face child abuse charges and custody disputes. The bill has raised concerns over its ambiguous language and potential to penalize parents based on false allegations.
#society
Flag And Cross: Why Are Dads So Hard To Shop For?
UK-based adults find dads the hardest people to buy gifts for, according to a survey. 38% of those searching for gifts say dads are the most difficult, with 44% always asking for the same thing or claiming they don't need anything. 'Old favorites' such as socks, craft beer, and aftershave remain popular, but 65% would like to be more inspired. A meal out, a good bottle of wine, or a good book were voted the most wanted Father’s Day gifts this year. The average respondent spends £33.80 ($42.51), with 36% finding the process somewhat difficult.
Daily Wire: Kelly Clarkson Says ‘Ego’ Made Her Stay Married To Ex-Husband For So Long
Kelly Clarkson spoke about her divorce from Brandon Blackstock on the “We Can Do Hard Things” podcast. She said that her ego had prevented her from ending the relationship earlier. She also discussed how she and Blackstock both did not want their children to experience divorce.
The Epoch Times: Youth Depend More on Online Influencers for News Over Media Outlets: Report
Social media influencers and celebrities have become the dominant source of news for young Americans using apps like Snapchat and TikTok, overtaking mainstream news sources, according to a report from the Reuters Institute. Snapchat reaches over 75% of GenZ and millennials in the US, while 37.3% of GenZ Americans use TikTok at least once a month. On TikTok, 55% of users got their news from personalities including influencers and celebs, compared to just 33% from mainstream news. The shift follows a trend of growing distrust in mainstream media sources and could pose a security threat as some of the apps, including TikTok, have ties with China.
Younger Americans are as likely to trust social media news as national news outlets, according to a Pew Research survey, which suggests that the shifting preference of news consumers is unlikely to change. The trend could pose a challenge to the security of the US, as several social media apps have ties with China. The FBI Director, Christopher Wray, has warned that TikTok's parent company, Bytedance, is controlled by the Chinese government, giving it control of the recommendation algorithm, which allows it to manipulate content and potentially engage in malicious cyber activity.
#foreignaffairs
Fox News: US taxpayer funds flowed to Chinese entities that conducted coronavirus research before COVID pandemic: GAO
US taxpayer funds went to Chinese entities such as the Wuhan Institute of Virology and an arm of the Chinese Communist Party's military to conduct coronavirus research prior to the COVID-19 global pandemic, according to a report by the nonpartisan agency Government Accountability Office. The report found that the funds were directed to these entities through American universities and the non-profit EcoHealth Alliance. The report states that between 2014 and 2021, all three Chinese entities received more than $2 million combined from the US government "through seven subawards" the GAO identified.
#economy
Fox News: Germany unlikely to meet its greenhouse gas cutback goals by 2030 with current climate measures
Germany's new array of climate measures will reduce emissions by 900 million metric tons of carbon dioxide by 2030, bringing them closer to their target of a 65% reduction from 1990 levels. However, an emissions gap of 200 million tons of CO2 will remain, mostly due to high emissions in the transportation sector. In response, Germany plans to increase wind and solar power, promote energy efficiency, and subsidize industries to reduce fossil fuel use to meet its climate targets.
Despite the progress made in implementing new climate measures, concrete plans to replace old fossil fuel heating systems with cleaner alternatives still need to be worked out. German officials believe it is possible to meet climate targets and urged the importance of picking up speed to close remaining emissions gaps. The solar industry has also warned of a need for more skilled workers to meet demand for photovoltaic installations expected to rise to 26 gigawatts by 2026 from 7.4 GW last year.
#military
The Epoch Times: Proposed $874 Billion Defense Budget Cleared for House Hearings Beginning Next Week
Six subcommittees of the US House Armed Forces Committee have unanimously adopted their components of a national defense budget, with the draft National Defense Authorization Act containing $841.5bn for the Department of Defense, an increase of 3% over the FY23 enacted NDAA, and $32.26bn for the Department of Energy’s nuclear weapons programs. The budget includes increased funding for research and development of new weapons systems using AI, hypersonic missiles and other emerging technologies, and boosts quality-of-life enhancements such as housing. Among the highlights are the authorisation to build 13 Virginia class attack submarines over the next five years, instead of the proposed 10, and a 5.2% pay raise for armed service personnel.
The committee's Strategic Forces Subcommittee has prioritised modernising the nation’s strategic defence and eviscerating the nation's lack of knowledge of hypersonic missiles in their spending plan; the proposed $874.2bn budget includes a pilot programme on near-term quantum applications and the Strategic Forces' budget addresses the cyber security challenges America faces in the emergence of China. The House Armed Forces Committee’s Military Personnel Subcommittee has prioritised caring for service members' families through the proposal of childcare solutions. The budget shall first have to receive a hearing before the full 59-member House Armed Services Committee on 21 June, then move on to the Senate for adoption by the 1 October deadline when fiscal year 2024 begins.
#culture
Forbes: Caitriona Balfe And Sam Heughan Discuss ‘Outlander’ Season 7: ‘It Is Pretty Intense’
Outlander stars Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe discussed the upcoming seventh season of the popular show, which sees their characters Claire and Jamie Fraser facing the Revolutionary War. Balfe reveals that the season is "intense," with a lot happening in the first few episodes. Heughan and Balfe also talk about their aspirations to direct, with Balfe directing a bit of second unit in season seven and planning to direct a full episode in season eight.
Fox News: Matthew McConaughey admires Kevin Costner’s ‘Yellowstone’ role: ‘What will men do to protect land and family’
Matthew McConaughey has shared his admiration for the simplicity and morality of "Yellowstone" and its lead character, played by Kevin Costner. McConaughey is set to join the "Yellowstone" universe in an extension series set within the show's world. He did not provide any further details about his role.
In a recent interview, McConaughey also discussed his Texas pride and his decision not to run for governor of the state. He cited his desire to focus on being a parent to his three children as the reason he chose not to pursue politics.
#health
The Epoch Times: Ontario Hospital Workers Awarded More Pay After Bill 124 Found Unconstitutional
Hospital workers in Ontario, Canada are set to receive additional wage increases over two years, after an arbitrator awarded them 3.75% and 2.5% for last year and this year. These deals were made following an Ontario court finding the province’s wage-restraint law unconstitutional. Further hearings are scheduled to determine whether this ruling should stand, but those affected by the law, such as the Canadian Union of Public Employees and the SEIU Healthcare union, have successfully argued for more money under arbitration. The increases should help with recruitment and retention of hospital workers, according to the arbitrator.
The Epoch Times: Tomato Power: Unlocking Heart Health, Anti-Aging, and Immune Boosting Benefits
Tomatoes are a versatile fruit that are nutritious and delicious. They contain lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that nourishes the heart and reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease. Tomatoes can be cooked to increase the absorption rate of lycopene and can also effectively assist probiotics to avoid erosion by gastric acid. Additionally, tomatoes contain a variety of antioxidants that rejuvenate and protect the skin against sunburn and aging, they protect joints while clearing heat and reducing internal fire, and they are good for the spleen and stomach, improving appetite and preventing disease. However, caution should be taken when eating raw tomatoes on an empty stomach or when they are unripe, as this can cause discomfort or toxicity.
#crime
Fox News: Massachusetts-based electric company manager pleads guilty to cheating contractor out of over $4 million
The general manager of LJ Electric, Inc. in Massachusetts, John Rafferty, has pleaded guilty to committing wire fraud in a scheme that led to Keolis Commuter Services being cheated out of more than $4 million. Rafferty spent millions of dollars on trucks, construction equipment, and a $54,000 camper, among other items, for his accomplice and his family and friends. Rafferty recovered the cost of the items by submitting fraudulent invoices. He faces up to five years in prison.
#sports
Forbes: Viewing To The 2023 NBA Finals Drop 6% From 2022
The Denver Nuggets win the 2023 NBA Finals against the Miami Heat in five games, with an average of 11.65 million viewers, a 6% decline from last year’s finals. Despite the decline, the NBA had strong ratings throughout the playoffs, generating the highest viewership in 9 seasons during the opening round, the highest ratings in 12 seasons during the first and second rounds, and delivering its best audience performance in 11 years when the two conference finals were included.
#outdoors
Flag And Cross: Watch: Bison Charge At Car At Yellowstone
A family of bison charged at a car in Yellowstone National Park while Marisah Yazbek filmed the event. While her friend panicked, Marisah remained calm and later said it was perfect to show the friendship dynamic between the two. Animal encounters in the park are common, with bears and bison often crossing the road.
#other
Daily Wire: Court Rules White Starbucks Manager Was Fired Because Of Her Race, Awards Her $25M
Starbucks was ordered to pay Shannon Phillips, a former regional manager, over $25 million for wrongful termination based on her race. Phillips alleged that she was fired after two black men were arrested in one of her stores in 2018. The jury awarded her $25 million in punitive damages and $600,000 in compensatory damages.