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14 Jun 2023
#illegals
Breitbart: Watch Live: House Hearing on ‘Dereliction of Duty' on Border by DHS Chief Mayorkas
The Committee on House Homeland Security is investigating Alejandro Mayrokas’ failure to protect the border while leading the Department of Homeland Security. The hearing will include testimony from former officials and address the devastating impact of the crisis, including record fentanyl poisonings and strain on border communities.
#politics
Breitbart: PBS Warns Trump's Rhetoric Can Cause Violence During Speech Coverage
PBS NewsHour gave a warning about Trump's speech on YouTube, displaying two graphics about the dangers of inflammatory rhetoric and its potential to incite violence.
The Epoch Times: FBI Deputy Director Defends Redactions in Document Given to Congress Alleging Biden Bribery Scheme
The FBI redacted parts of a document given to Republican lawmakers due to claims the document contained references to alleged audio recordings between a Burisma executive and then-Vice President Joe Biden and his son, Hunter Biden. The FBI informant alleges that both Bidens were involved in a $5 million bribery scheme in 2015. FBI Deputy Director Paul Abbate defended the decision to limit information due to the need to “protect sources and methods.” He denied the FBI has become politicized but did state that the agency's job was to “protect the country, keep people safe, and uphold the constitution of our great country...objectively” when asked by Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.). The hashtag that best categorizes this news story is .
The Federalist Papers: Trump Sent Unmistakable Message with His Body Language in Courtroom
Former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to 37 charges in a Miami federal courthouse. Cameras were not allowed, but reporters and courtroom sketches showed a stoic Trump and his legal team. Despite the weight of the federal government against him, Trump appeared confident and received support from his followers outside the courthouse and during a surprise visit to a Cuban restaurant in Miami, where he was serenaded with a rendition of "Happy Birthday."
Fox News: DeSantis campaign, Elon Musk tear into Biden White House over LGBTQ-themed tweet about 'our kids'
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Elon Musk criticized the Biden administration for a video that celebrated the "LGBTQI+ Community" and "our kids." The video featured the presidential estate lit in rainbow colors, with narration from Biden, who claimed all children were "our kids." The DeSantis campaign and Musk argued that the government has no right to claim children as their own.
The video was released after President Biden and first lady Jill Biden hosted a Pride Month event at the White House, which drew criticism after some transgender activists were shown topless in a viral video. Several GOP-led states have passed laws banning gender-affirming medical care for transgender minors, which Biden has criticized as "hateful" and "targeting transgender children."
The Blaze: 'That's enough of that!' CNN anchor gets upset over footage of Trump meeting with supporters after court appearance
CNN anchor Jake Tapper criticizes CNN producers for airing footage of former President Donald Trump meeting with supporters after his arraignment in federal court. Tapper believes Trump is trying to turn his arrest into a campaign ad, and that viewers should remember that he is being accused of breaking national security laws and obstructing justice. Later in the day, Tapper refuses to air Trump's post-court speech live, saying that Trump says a lot of things that are not true and sometimes potentially dangerous.
The Epoch Times: Police Get New Powers to Stop 'Serious Disruption' by Protesters
England and Wales have updated the Public Order Act 1986 to give police the power to intervene if protesters cause “serious disruption to the life of the community,” lowering the threshold for what is considered serious disruption. This allows police to stop protests which would “hinder the carrying out of day-to-day activities.” This comes amid ongoing discord between Whitehall and Just Stop Oil activists. The group criticised the new legislation, with the Green Party stating that Labour peers chose to side with the Tories “and allow an unprecedented attack on democracy and peaceful protest.”
Flag And Cross: As Trump Addressed Supporters, MSNBC, Maddow Took Humiliatingly Hypocritical Stand
MSNBC anchor Rachel Maddow justified not carrying Donald Trump's speech live from his golf club after he was indicted on 37 federal felony charges, saying they don't knowingly broadcast untrue things. The relentless bias of both Maddow and MSNBC during the Trump administration is so clear it makes her blatant hypocrisy crossing over from typically arrogant to humiliating. This is Maddow and MSNBC we’re talking about here.
Forbes: CNN, MSNBC Refuse To Air Trump’s Post-Indictment ‘Litany Of Lies’
Donald Trump gave a speech in Bedminster, New Jersey, after being arraigned on 37 felony charges earlier that day. CNN and MSNBC refused to air the speech live, citing concerns over false information and dangerous rhetoric. Fox News and Newsmax both carried the speech live and drew criticism for their coverage.
PJ Media: Does the Burisma Bribery Story Have Legs?
Republicans are investigating allegations that Burisma paid Joe Biden $5 million to force Ukraine to drop an investigation into state prosecutor Viktor Shokin. While there is no investigation into Burisma at the time, Republicans have been demanding clarity on the bombshell allegations. Although the unredacted report added little to the body of knowledge, the tantalizing nugget is that a Burisma executive has audio tapes of Joe Biden agreeing to a bribe, though the report doesn't claim that the recordings contain evidence of Biden accepting a bribe. Democrats point out there is no evidence of payments to Joe Biden, and the Republican attorney general refused to investigate the matter in 2020.
#society
Fox News: Cartoon Network to introduce they/them pronouns in 'LGBTQ inclusive episode' of kids' show
Cartoon Network's "We Baby Bears" introduces they/them pronouns for nonbinary characters. The episode, titled "Polly's New Crew," features discussions about pronoun use and one of the bears introducing a nonbinary character named Box. The move has sparked controversy online, with some accusing the network of targeting young kids, while others praise the show's commitment to inclusivity. The network previously faced criticism for a tweet celebrating "Trans Day of Visibility" and a corresponding video teaching gender pronouns.
Daily Wire: Middle Schoolers Accused Of ‘Homophobia’ After Chanting ‘USA,’ Tearing Down ‘Pride’ Decorations
Students at a middle school in Massachusetts organized a protest against a school-approved spirit day celebrating Pride Month, encouraging students to wear rainbow colors. Some students reportedly wore only red, white, and blue, chanted "U.S.A. are my pronouns" and took down LGBTQ+ themed banners and stickers, leading to accusations of homophobia. Although some parents were upset by the display, others found it offensive for the school to urge children to wear rainbow-themed clothing. The school's principal has since apologized and stated they plan to teach students about tolerance and acceptance.
#foreignaffairs
Red State: Biden Administration Tries Sneaking Kissy Faces With Iran While No One's Looking
The Biden administration is attempting to "cool" tensions with Iran and negotiate with them over releasing frozen overseas funds. Iran's actions have not gone down well with US officials as they have been sending weapons to Russia, currently at war with Ukraine. To Iran's prisoner release demands, Tehran is seeking access to billions of dollars in Iranian energy revenue trapped abroad by US sanctions. While the US is losing footholds in the region with its allies turning to Russia and China, they are trying to win over Iran, which regularly funds terror organizations hostile to US interests.
Fox News: Evan Gershkovich's friends react to bipartisan resolution demanding Russia let him go: 'We will not rest'
The U.S. House of Representatives has called on Russia to release Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, who was detained in March after espionage charges were brought against him. The resolution was unanimously passed with a vote of 422-0. Gershkovich has been supported by politicians and the broader journalism community, with the US having officially designated him "wrongfully detained" by Russia.
The House called for unrestricted consular access to Gershkovich until he is set free and the immediate release of prisoner Paul Whelan. David Whelan, the twin brother of former US marine-turned Russian prisoner, told Fox News Digital that he believed the Kremlin detains Americans to extract concessions from the US government. Whelan has been in Russian custody for over four years, convicted on charges of espionage, and has also been sentenced to 16 years in prison.
Fox News: Wuhan lab scientists were first to catch COVID-19: report
Three scientists at the Wuhan Institute of Virology in China were among the first people infected by COVID-19, according to a new report from U.S. government sources, strengthening the case that the virus accidentally escaped from the lab. Gain-of-function research, suspected as a source of the pandemic, is done to make viruses more dangerous, with the aim of preparing for the possibility of natural mutation, but critics argue it is often done for long periods for no practical purpose and with little oversight, and is often taxpayer-funded.
Spectator USA: Where is today’s equivalent of the Free Tibet movement?
The Chinese Communist Party's influence in the entertainment industry has become too strong for any "Free Hong Kong" or "Stop Uighur Genocide" concerts to take place today. The US is facing catastrophic military and economic results due to China's desire to end US military dominance in Asia, as warned in Colonel Grant Newsham's new book, When China Attacks. The book also catalogs the ways Beijing has been preparing to fight the US, militarily, technologically, economically, and politically. American companies suffer damages between $225-$600 billion every year to hackers and corporate spies, harming not only profits but future earnings, R&D development, and American jobs, according to Newsham. The CCP seeks to revise the international order to be more amenable to its own interests and authoritarian government systems and has been at war with the US for decades.
#economy
The Epoch Times: The Miserly Social Security Death Benefit
The "death benefit" paid by Social Security is a $255 one-time payment to the spouse of someone who had worked and paid Social Security taxes, and was originally meant to reimburse family members with an amount equal to 3.5 percent of the money the deceased had paid to the system. Congress capped it in 1954 at $255 and restricted the payment only to a "spouse who was living with the deceased at the time of death" in 1983. It has been suggested to either raise the death benefit to something meaningful like $2,500 or eliminate it, but it remains a popular feature of the Social Security program.
The $255 death benefit is only paid on the account of someone who had worked and paid Social Security taxes. The expired individual's spousal benefits end once they die, meaning that the benefit rate will remain the same for the surviving spouse. The death benefit requires an application and is not automatic. Additionally, the law only allows for the death benefit to be paid to a widow who was living with the deceased at the time of death. It cannot be paid to divorced spouses.
Fox News: Republicans and Democrats can agree on energy policy. We're proof
Congressional Energy Export Caucus promotes pro-energy trade agenda for American energy solutions to stabilize global energy market, strengthen economy, and bolster national security. United States must concentrate on American energy exports to grow economy, support communities, and provide certainty in energy markets to create new job opportunities. Focus is on implementing new technologies and practices to build energy exporting capabilities while preserving traditional energy and supporting renewable energy innovations.
The Epoch Times: Phillips Curve Breaks Down Under High Inflation
Global tightening may not be strong enough to bring down inflation to the 2% target, many countries including the US, the Eurozone, the UK, and Australia are experiencing flat (and high) core inflation rates. Central bank research has attributed inflation to supply shocks, however, this line of reasoning is hardly correct nor can supply problems be solved through monetary tools. The relationship between inflation and unemployment, known as the Phillips curve, is never stable over time and there is a high degree of uncertainty when inflation is well above 2%. Essentially central bankers have to "decide meeting by meeting" as they do not have a clear idea about the short-term economic outlook.
The Epoch Times: Train Drivers Vote to Continue Strike Action for Six More Months
Train drivers have voted to continue striking for another six months over a pay dispute, with most members voting in favour by over 90 percent. Aslef general secretary Mick Whelan stated that drivers want “a fair deal on pay” and blame the government for their inability to manage the rail industry effectively. Whelan warned the government and the rail companies that they won’t be able to resolve the dispute by trying to bully Aslef members into accepting “worse terms and conditions”. The rail companies have previously urged the union to vote on the existing “generous” pay offer.
The New American: Foreign Investors Behind Carbon-capture Schemes - The New American
Summit Carbon Solutions, a for-profit company, is receiving taxpayer dollars in federal subsidies and tax breaks to install pipelines across valuable farmland. The company is suing 80 South Dakota landowners for voluntary easements related to carbon capture and storage, and a judge is allowing them to survey private land. Farmers across America’s Corn Belt fear eminent-domain claims related to these schemes. Legislators in North Dakota are investigating Summit's foreign investors, including SK Group and TPG Rise Climate, some with a history of fraud such as involvement with The U.S. Army and Department of Defense. Summit has yet to prove to be profitable without subsidies from the government.
The Epoch Times: Wall Street Subdued at Open as Investors Await Fed Decision
Wall Street opens cautiously ahead of Fed rate decision.
#religion
The New American: Author Elizabeth Sherrill Passes at Age 95 - The New American
Elizabeth Sherrill, co-author of the bestselling Christian book The Hiding Place, passed away in May 2023 at the age of 95. Her publishing company, Chosen Books, helped elevate the profile and impact of Christian publishing. Sherrill was also known for her talent as a manuscript stylist, editor, and publisher, with a knack for finding stories that needed to be told.
#culture
Forbes: How Princess Revolutionized Themed Dining
360: An Extraordinary Experience is a new restaurant on-board Princess Cruises that immerses diners in the regions where their food is grown. Rather than relying on the typical themed dining experience of dishes named after a theme, Princess Cruises has opted to create a multisensory experience. The restaurant features a circular room with a floor-to-ceiling LED screen that surrounds diners and a motion sensing cameras, projectors and scent atomizers hidden in the rafters and directed at each seat.
#health
Fox News: Pope Francis expected to be released from hospital in coming days following abdominal surgery
Pope Francis is expected to be released from the hospital soon after recovering well from a successful abdominal surgery last week. The 86-year-old pope is doing well and rested overnight, according to the Vatican. He is expected to continue his full agenda next week and recover fully before his upcoming trips to Portugal, Mongolia, and France.
The Epoch Times: NIH Tightens Funding Requirements for Foreign Research Collaboration
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) will put foreign collaborations under scrutiny if foreign partners receive sub-awards. The American partner must receive copies of the lab notebooks, data, and documentation from the foreign partner every three months. This follows laboratory leaks for the spread of COVID-19, which was linked to the funding –by sub-awards—of the NIH for gain-of-function research for bat coronaviruses in China. This policy could impact international collaborations. EcoHealth Alliance, funded by the NIH, reported two years late to the NIH on the transmissibility of hybrid coronaviruses they were creating or researching with Chinese partners. The NIH has awarded $4.1 million to EcoHealth to study various aspects of SARS, MERS, and other coronavirus diseases. $490 million of taxpayer money was paid to organizations in China in the last five years.
#education
The Epoch Times: Student Loan Payments Will Restart Soon: Here's the Timeline Borrowers Should Know
Student loan payments will resume in September 2022, with confusion over the exact date due to changes under the Biden administration and recent deals. Enroll in an IDR plan if struggling.
#crime
Forbes: Gun Expert During Fatal ‘Rust’ Shooting May Have Been Stoned, Prosecutors Claim
The weapons supervisor on the film Rust was allegedly hungover when she loaded a live bullet into the gun that Alec Baldwin used to fatally shoot cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Hannah Gutierrez-Reed is also alleged to have been drinking and smoking marijuana during the filming. Prosecutors have charged her with involuntary manslaughter.
Fox News: New Mexico authorities identify suspects in 1988 cold case disappearance of 19-year-old Tara Calico
After 35 years, authorities have enough evidence to pursue prosecution in the Tara Calico missing person case, where the 19-year-old vanished while cycling near her New Mexico home in 1988. The suspects have not been named and court records remain sealed, but the Valencia County Sheriff’s office hopes to provide more information as the case progresses. Family and friends have described Calico as a friendly girl who was a superior student and athlete, and the FBI had posted a $20,000 reward for information on her whereabouts.
#sports
Forbes: PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan Out On Medical Leave Days After LIV Deal
The head of the PGA Tour, Jay Monahan, will be absent for an unknown period due to a health condition following the announcement of a joint project with LIV Golf, supported by Saudi Arabia. Monahan will be replaced by COO Ron Price and president Tyler Dennis. The merger of the tours has raised concerns over the human rights record of Saudi Arabia, prompting criticism of Monahan and calls for his resignation by PGA players and 9/11 family representatives. The PGA Tour generated revenue of $1.5bn in 2019 and paid Monahan almost $15m in 2020 and 2021.
Fox News: LSU's Paul Skenes has opportunity to break NCAA strikeout record during College World Series
Paul Skenes, a pitcher for the LSU Tigers baseball team, is 15 strikeouts away from breaking an NCAA record that has stood for more than 30 years. Skenes has averaged just over 11 strikeouts per game this season and has helped lead LSU to its first trip to the College World Series in six years. His fastball routinely clocks 101 mph, making him a top MLB prospect. The NCAA record he is hoping to surpass was set by former LSU star Ben McDonald in 1989.
#science
Flag And Cross: June's Short Nights To Bring Plenty Of Stargazing Opportunities
June's shorter nights still offer stargazing opportunities. Look for a full moon on June 3, with multiple nicknames including the Strawberry Moon. A Venus and Beehive Cluster convergence on June 13 is a highlight, and astronomical summer officially begins for the Northern Hemisphere on June 21 with the solstice. The crescent moon can be spotted alongside Venus and Mars in the western sky on that evening.
#outdoors
The Great Lakes Fisherman: Recipe of the Week – Fish Tacos
The hosts of Outdoor Journal Radio's new podcast, Eating Wild, are sharing their famous Crappie taco recipe made with fresh fish, tortillas, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, cabbage, cilantro, cheese, and a marinade made from canola oil, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, Cayenne seasoning, salt, and pepper. The fish is pan-seared and served over warm tortillas with toppings and a sauce made from sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt.
All Outdoor: 9mm vs. 45 ACP - What's The Difference? Which One is Better?
The age-old argument of 9mm vs. .45 ACP is reviewed and compared for ballistic performance. The 9mm is a versatile, thin, fast round that provides reliable subsonic speed and accuracy, perfect for suppressed fire. The .45 ACP is a wide, slow round that wedges through the air and provides more power. The choice between the two depends on the application, such as hard-hitting close-range or maximum accuracy at a distance.
#technology
Fox News: Kias and Lucids are faster than Teslas at this
Electric car owners can now charge for up to 127 miles in 10 minutes with the Kia EV6, according to a study by P3 Group, with data used to inform J.D. Power and Edmunds consulting. The Lucid Air GT offered the greatest 20-minute range of 208 miles. In contrast, the Ford F-150 Lightning with an extended range battery offered only 59 miles in 10 minutes and the Mustang Mach-E with an extended range battery and rear-wheel drive managed 62.
Fox News: Massive distribution of malware exposes gamers to theft and data breaches
Cybersecurity researchers at Bitdefender have reported several developer accounts on popular Minecraft modding hotspots, CurseForge and Bukkit, have been compromised. Malware is being secretly integrated into modpacks, and as users download these packs, cyber criminals silently infiltrate their devices. The malware primarily targets Linux and Windows systems and aims itself at the Minecraft modders and developers community. Trusted antivirus software is vital to protect from potential attack.
#other
The Epoch Times: California Legislators Call on the EPA to Tighten Pollution Regulations Without Interfering With Controlled Wildfire Burns
California legislators call for tighter air pollution regulations without impeding controlled wildfire burns to avoid larger catastrophic wildfires that threaten public safety and the air quality gains being made. They support the EPA’s proposed ambient air quality standard to lower the allowable fine particulate pollution and believe it is vital to maintain prescribed burns as an option. They argue that restricting the use of controlled burns would exacerbate the risk of catastrophic wildfires that undermine air quality gains and devastate communities. California has experienced some of the largest fires in state history, and this has been a wake-up call for aggressive action on climate change .
Fox News: Chris Pratt urges couples to ‘rush’ to start a family: ‘Don’t wait’
Actor Chris Pratt encourages people to have children as soon as possible, saying that waiting means children miss out on having their parents in their lives. Pratt is father to three children, two daughters with his wife Katherine Schwarzenegger and a son with ex-wife Anna Faris. He says he believes every father secretly fantasizes about protecting their children from danger. Pratt admits he would make "wild" plans if anyone tried to harm his children. Pratt believes fatherhood has given him more emotional range as an actor, and he wants to choose roles that are merciful on the parents as well as entertaining for children. Schwarzenegger has been supportive of Pratt since he returned to the Marvel Universe.
Fox News: Volcano eruption in the Philippines that forced 18,000 people to evacuate could last for months
Philippines' most active volcano, Mayon, erupted last week, forcing nearly 18,000 people to evacuate from nearby poor farming communities. The potential gentle eruption could last for months and create a protracted crisis. Food packs and other aid have been distributed to displaced villagers. The Philippines is regarded as one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world, with about 20 typhoons and storms a year, frequent earthquakes, and 23 active volcanoes. The country's economy is also shattered by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Blaze: Stellantis, which recently fired thousands of Americans and moved plant to Mexico, just recalled 354,000 Jeeps because of vehicle defects
Stellantis is recalling over 354,000 Jeeps worldwide because of a coil spring defect in the rear that could result in a hazard to operators and others, leading to a crash or injury. The recall covers 2022 and 2023 Grand Cherokee and 2021-2023 Grand Cherokee L SUVs. Stellantis has had other recent recalls, including over 280,000 Ram heavy-duty diesel trucks for fire risks, nearly 63,000 plug-in hybrid Jeep Wrangler 4xe models for a software issue, and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee models and 2014-2019 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks with 3.0L diesel engines due to a crankshaft position sensor tone wheel defect.