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America First News
15 Jun 2023
#politics
Newsbusters: Stephanopoulos Melts Down AGAIN When Guest Brings Up Biden Documents Scandal
ABC's George Stephanopoulos interviews Miami Mayor Francis Suarez about his campaign for the Republican nomination. Stephanopoulos repeatedly asks for Suarez's opinion on the indictment of former President Donald Trump, while Suarez insists on discussing his platform and attacking President Joe Biden instead. Stephanopoulos's partisan questioning style is criticized by Suarez and considered by him to be harmful to the country's political discourse.
Washington Free Beacon: Miami Mayor Who Sparred With DeSantis Over COVID Mandates, Immigration Enforcement Enters GOP Presidential Primary
Miami mayor Francis Suarez is running for the Republican presidential candidacy, taking a stance on COVID mandates and illegal immigration enforcement. Suarez has had a long-running feud with Florida Republican governor Ron DeSantis, criticizing him for opposing COVID restrictions and clampdowns on illegal immigration. In addition to this, he has endorsed liberal police reforms, such as minimizing the use of aggressive tactics and equipment. Suarez joins a crowded GOP primary field, including former president Donald Trump, former vice president Mike Pence, former United Nations ambassador Nikki Haley, and South Carolina senator Tim Scott.
Fox News: New Jersey Gov. Murphy appoints 2 Democrats, 2 Republicans to election watchdog posts
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has appointed four new commissioners to the Garden State's Election Law Enforcement Commission, made up of two Democrats and two Republicans. The new appointees' enforcement roles remain unclear, but most of the commission's oversight covers state spending, lobbying, and pay-to-play laws. The commission oversees campaign spending, lobbying and pay-to-play law in the state.
One of the new commissioners, Tom Prol, a Democrat who was the New Jersey State Bar Association's first openly gay president, was appointed by Governor Murphy to be the chairman, and he will serve a three-year term. Exercising his power under a new campaign finance law, Murphy has appointed four new commissioners in total, including Republican former Assembly member Ryan Peters, Democrat Norma Evans, who works in the office of the attorney general, and Republican Jon-Henry Barr, the municipal prosecutor in Clark.
Newsbusters: Proof of Leftist Media: Smear-Labeling the 'UItraconservative' 'Far-Right Freedom Caucus'
Left-wing media outlets like The Hill and The New York Times often use labels like "far-right" and "ultraconservative" to describe Republicans like the House Freedom Caucus, making them appear extreme and portraying the Democrats as moderate by comparison. This bias is reflected in their coverage of potential impeachment efforts against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, which focuses on Republican hardliners rather than Mayorkas. CNN's Inside Politics also uses the term "hardliners" to describe Republicans who caused a shutdown of House floor action for days, suggesting that they are the problem rather than those who caused the shutdown.
Daily Wire: DeSantis Torches Newsom Over Debate Challenges: ‘Stop Pussyfooting Around’ And Get In Presidential Race
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom for trying to increase his national profile by challenging DeSantis to a debate. DeSantis said Newsom needed to “stop pussyfooting around” and enter the presidential race instead of focusing on Florida. DeSantis also pointed out the huge problems in California that have caused many to flee the state.
The Epoch Times: GOP Senators Spar With Sen. Durbin Over FBI Document About Alleged Biden Bribery Scheme
Senators engage in heated debate over unclassified form related to alleged Biden family bribe during Senate Judiciary Committee meeting.
Washington Free Beacon: WATCH: Biden Lashes Out at Reporter For Asking About Foreign Bribe Allegations
President Biden angry at reporter asking about alleged foreign bribery scheme involving him and his son. Source claims Biden took bribes from Burisma executive Mykola Zlochevsky while VP. FBI informant alleges Zlochevsky paid $10M and has audio recordings to confirm scheme, referred to Biden as "the big guy." Biden's outburst was his first public response, allegations remain unverified.
Breitbart: Barr: Trump Engaged in Outrageous Acts of 'Obstruction and Deception'
Former AG Bill Barr accuses Trump of obstruction and deception with classified information that led to federal charges, stating that the Presidential Records Act covers the issue. Barr says that the President was being prosecuted for obstruction and deception, and that his arguments for keeping the documents were farcical and distracting. This case is about the President's outrageous acts of obstruction and deception against the subpoena, which is a violation of the law.
Foreign Policy: The Pacific Is Becoming a Testing Ground for Green Geopolitics
Papua New Guinea's security agreements with the United States exacerbate tensions with China by curbing Chinese companies' questionable environmental practices on the islands, thus reducing Chinese influence over Pacific politics. The agreements will help protect vulnerable fisheries and mitigate climate change. They also provide a boost to Papua New Guinea's organic enforcement capabilities, improving overall maritime domain awareness and helping it protect its sovereignty. The two agreements aim to prevent illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing, and combat illicit transnational maritime activity operations. China is unlikely to take kindly to the deal, but Papua New Guinea citizens are demanding it due to monetary and environmental losses from IUU fishing.
#society
The American Spectator: Liberal Women Apparently Want Conservative Men
The gender gap between liberalism and conservatism is growing in the US, making dating more difficult. Fewer people are willing to date someone who doesn't share their political views. Liberal women require their partner to support abortion, while also seeking men who plan dates and remain committed to them, mirroring more traditional dating expectations. The expectations of liberal women are not being met, as only 29% are completely satisfied with their relationship. The American Enterprise Institute revealed 60% of liberal women would find it "very difficult" to date someone who doesn't share their view on abortion.
Daily Wire: Thursday Afternoon Update: Harvard’s Alleged Morgue Marauder, Rand Paul Plays Hardball For COVID Docs, Germany Getting Its Own ‘Iron Dome’
The US Supreme Court has upheld a 1978 law granting Native American parents preference when their children are up for adoption. In the 7-2 vote, Justice Amy Coney Barrett argued that "Congress's power to legislate with respect to Indians is well established and broad." Meanwhile, several US federal government agencies have suffered intrusions by hackers thanks to a vulnerability in widely used software called "MOVEit," with The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency providing support to affected bodies. It remains unclear who is responsible.
Breitbart: Bad Day for Groomers: Texas Bans Children from Social Media Without Parental Consent
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a bill requiring parental consent for minors to create social media accounts and mandating social media companies to create new filtering systems to prevent minors from seeing harmful content. The law will take effect in September 2024, and the Texas attorney general will be able to sue any company found to be in violation. The law will have exceptions for educational and news content and email services. Utah has also passed similar legislation to protect the mental health of young people.
The American Spectator: Students Protested Massachusetts School Pride Event
Middle school students at Marshall Simpson Middle School participated in a Pride event hosted by the school’s gay-sexuality alliance club, but some students damaged the posters and chanted that their pronouns were “USA.” School officials accused the students of “intolerance and homophobia” and the Burlington Equity Coalition, “a group committed to building an inclusive, equitable and welcoming town community,” called for the reinstatement of a diversity, equity, and inclusion director. Some students’ parents complained that the event was “offensive.” The superintendent and the coalition called for this to be a learning opportunity for the community, with staff receiving resources, materials, and training to identify and respond to bigotry and discrimination.
Daily Wire: Supreme Court Upholds Law Enabling Tribes To Bar Non-Native Families From Adopting Native Children
A federal statute that forces states to place Native American children with Native families was upheld by the US Supreme Court. The Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) is designed to maintain Native American culture by prioritizing Native families in the adoption of Native children. The Court rejected challenges to the statute, with a 7-2 decision. Several families who lost children under the act had argued that it was unconstitutional and created race classifications.
#war
Forbes: One Of Ukraine’s Meanest Mechanized Brigades Just Joined The Southern Counteroffensive
The Ukrainian army's 93rd Mechanized Brigade, equipped with ex-Soviet tanks and fighting vehicles, has rushed troops into the Russian lines near Velyka Novosilka and helped defeat the Russian 60th Separate Motorized Rifle Brigade. The brigade has extensive wartime experience and has successfully driven back Russian forces in previous counterattacks, including in Kharkiv and Mazanivka.
The Epoch Times: Republicans Calling for More Oversight on Ukraine Spending Amid Growing Scrutiny
The proposed FY24 defense budget allocates $80 million for military aid to Ukraine, including Army Tactical Missile Systems. However, it does not provide additional funding beyond the current fiscal year that ends on October 1st. Any future Ukraine aid packages will be addressed in supplemental spending approved by Congress under the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative. Some Capitol Hill Republicans are demanding audits and greater accountability for previous aid, and are questioning further aid for Ukraine. The issue will be debated through the summer before the new fiscal year begins in October.
#foreignaffairs
The Epoch Times: Over $2 Million Taxpayers Money Went to Wuhan Research Labs, Government Report Says
Three Chinese research centers received over $2 million in U.S. taxpayer money from NIH and USAID for infectious disease work, including pandemics, between 2014 and 2021. The latest government report examines federal funds given to Wuhan University, the Wuhan Institute of Virology (WIV), and the Academy of Military Medical Sciences (AMMS). WIV received three federally-funded grants, including one for genetic experiments to combine naturally occurring bat coronaviruses with SARS and MERS viruses. Republican lawmakers called the report concerning amid the focus on the Wuhan lab-leak theory.
Washington Free Beacon: US Arrests Russian National Charged With Cyberattacks
DOJ arrested Russian national Ruslan Astamirov for his suspected role in cyberattacks that used ransomware to steal tens of millions of dollars from victims worldwide, including in Virginia and Florida. He is charged with conspiring to commit wire fraud and intentionally damaging protected computers to transmit ransom demands.
Astamirov is accused of being part of a group that used LockBit to lock companies out of their databases until they paid the ransom. With tensions between the US and Russia already high, the DOJ's move comes at a time when Russia is planning to deploy nuclear weapons to Belarus and has been accused of collaborating with Iran to build a drone factory for the invasion of Ukraine.
#economy
The Epoch Times: Worker Mobility Will Place People Over Robots in Future Labor Market, Experts Say
Economist Lant Pritchett predicts that wealthy nations like the US will face severe labor shortages in the next 30 years and that governments should consider labor mobility to ensure workforces. He argued against the 'false necessity' of job automation and called policies that enable labor mobility 'social technology'. Meanwhile, during a presentation held on June 12 for the Brookings Institution, professor of entrepreneurship Simon Johnson said that society must consider the developer's vision, the "bandwagon" effect, and the impact on the labor force when adopting new technology, like AI. Johnson co-authored "Power and Progress" with Daron Acemoglu and suggested that studying 1,000 years of technological progress can reveal labor impacts.
#military
Fox News: Pentagon leak suspect Jack Teixeira indicted by federal grand jury
National Guardsman, Jack Teixeira, indicted by federal grand jury, faces six counts of leaking highly classified military documents about Russia's war in Ukraine and other national security issues.
Teixeira was arrested in April on charges of sharing secret information via Discord, a social media platform initially intended for gamers. The breach included sensitive assessments of geopolitical interests, capabilities and other national security issues.
#religion
The Babylon Bee: Man Diligently Searches Scripture For An Impressive Verse To Share On Social Media
Fredrick Biel frantically looks for an impressive Bible verse to share on social media, often out of context but paired with a picture of trees or an inspiring sunset. He spends hours skim-reading until he finds the perfect verse, shying away from judgmental ones. After a quick post, he prays the likes represent souls saved.
The Epoch Times: IN-DEPTH: AI Revolution Takes Aim at Religion by Rewriting Bible and Leading Sermon
Artificial intelligence (AI) has moved into the realm of religion as hundreds of Protestants in Germany were led in a worship service by a "chatbot" delivering blessings and a sermon. The chatbot was produced by ChatGPT, an AI program designed to mimic human conversation through text or voice and able to create new content and generate solutions based on data interpretation. One of the World Economic Forum's senior advisers even suggested that AI could be used to rewrite the Bible, presenting both a literary and theological challenge to established religious authorities worldwide. However, using AI to direct religious services could give it unique control and soon the ability to manipulate and control people, posing a risk to society.
#health
The Epoch Times: 'Mass Casualty Collision' on Western Manitoba Trans-Canada Highway, Say RCMP
A serious mass casualty collision has occurred on the Trans-Canada Highway west of Winnipeg. The number of fatalities is currently unknown. Hospitals are prepared to receive patients related to the event or those relocated to create more capacity. At least 10 people are reported to have been killed in a crash between a semi-trailer truck and a Handi-Transit vehicle near Carberry.
PJ Media: WATCH: Disgraced CDC Director Dodges Accountability for Lockdowns, Censorship in Congressional Testimony
Outgoing CDC Director Rochelle Walensky faced Republican criticisms about COVID-19 vaccine transmission and data collection practices during her final appearance on Capitol Hill before joining a multinational pharmaceutical corporation . GOP lawmakers questioned Walensky on issues such as the influence of teachers’ unions on school protocols, gain of function research, and the CDC’s relationship with social media companies regarding vaccine misinformation. Walensky sidestepped some questions and declined to provide clear answers on others, including how the agency violated the First Amendment. Her replacement, who previously giggled about arbitrarily locking down the public, is unlikely to show more respect for taxpayers.
The Blaze: Vanderbilt’s Pediatric Transgender Clinic stops operations before law banning gender-transition treatments for children takes effect: Report
Vanderbilt University Medical Center has closed its Pediatric Transgender Clinic due to a new Tennessee bill, which prevents health care providers from prescribing minors puberty blockers or hormone treatments. Although the bill won't become law until July 1st, the children's hospital has ceased gender-transitioning treatments a month early. Under the new law, doctors can face a $25,000 civil penalty per violation, and children must stop treatment within nine months. The ACLU has taken legal action to challenge the law and hopes to secure a preliminary injunction before its effective date.
Newsbusters: Crenshaw Squashes Dem Who Can’t ‘Name One’ Study About the Benefits of Trans Procedures for Kids
Rep. Dan Crenshaw proposed provisions to remove federal funding from hospitals providing trans procedures for minors. During a House hearing, witness Dr. McNamara couldn't name any study to support her claims. Crenshaw argued that taxpayers opposed "barbaric treatment."
Breitbart: WATCH: Doctors Remove World's Largest Kidney Stone
Sri Lankan doctors remove the world's largest kidney stone, weighing 1.76 pounds and measuring 5.26 inches long, from a 62-year-old retired soldier named Canistus Coonge, setting two new world records. Guinness World Records confirms the previous records for length and weight are broken by this kidney stone. The patient is reportedly recovering well after the procedure.
#education
The Epoch Times: California School Board Terminates Superintendent Amid LGBT, CRT Debates
Temecula Valley school board terminates superintendent over critical race theory controversy. Interim superintendent appointed. Opposition from teachers' union and some parents. Facing a recall and demands for information from governor and AG.
The New American: "My Pronouns Are U.S.A." — Massachusetts Middle Schoolers Revolt Over LGBT "Pride" Event - The New American
Middle school students wear red, white, and blue instead of rainbow for LGBTQ "Pride" event. Officials complain of torn decorations.
#crime
The Blaze: Intruder beat chest, ate grass, then twice punched holes through door's glass; homeowner shot him each time, but he kept getting up. Fatal shots came after he busted door down.
Louisiana intruder seen on home security video eating grass, beating his chest, and punching holes through glass in a home's door before being shot multiple times by homeowner. Suspect identified as Kameron Serigny, 20; believed to have used illegal substance before incident. Toxin report pending.
The Blaze: Pedophile eats poisoned Snickers bar in court as jury finds him guilty of child sex crimes involving partner's daughter
A convicted Australian pedophile ate a poisoned Snickers bar during his trial for child sex crimes. The man, in his mid-70s and not named, was convicted of four child sex crimes and reportedly remained in custody despite his declaration that he had laced the chocolate bar with rat poison. He later collapsed in a police station cell and broke a finger and was treated for poisoning in hospital. The man is scheduled to return to court on 11 September for a preliminary hearing.
Breitbart: Federal Judge Bars Seattle from Vandalism Arrests: Free Speech!
A Seattle judge blocked police from enforcing their ordinance against vandalism due to censorship concerns over free speech. Judge Marsha Pechman deemed the ordinance too vague and "overbroad," granting discretion on when to arrest and prosecute vandals. The code in question covers any deliberate damage or inscription on public or private property under $1,000. The injunction invoked the city's whole property destruction code, rather than just the graffiti section, which has caused outrage among criminal law staff. Rising crime, including graffiti, has been a challenge since the city council voted to “defund” police, and left-wing activists claimed parts of the city in an “autonomous” zone.
Fox News: MI man convicted of killing jogger, 64, with truck; accused of having sex with victim's body
Colby Martin convicted of first-degree murder for intentionally hitting and killing a 64-year-old woman while she was out for a walk and sexually assaulting her corpse. Martin denied any sexual acts but acknowledged hitting the victim and leaving her body in the woods. The victim's family expressed gratitude for the verdict.
Fox News: ‘Dances With Wolves’ actor facing additional charges in Canada
"Dances With Wolves" actor facing charges including sexual exploitation, sexual assault and removing a child from Canada. Canadian police have issued warrants for him. The investigation spans several years and one of the alleged offences dates back to 2005.
Daily Wire: Man Charged In Stabbing Death Of Another Alleged Subway Menace
Jordan Williams is facing manslaughter and weapon possession charges after stabbing and killing Devictor Ouedraogo on a New York City train. Ouedraogo was allegedly harassing passengers when he began arguing with Williams and his girlfriend before punching the woman in the face. After a fight ensued, Williams pulled out a knife and stabbed Ouedraogo, who was pronounced dead after being taken to the hospital. Following the incident, Jason Goldman, who claimed to be representing Williams, raised concerns about his client receiving the “same treatment” as Marine veteran Daniel Penny, who was charged and released on $100,000 bail for placing another man in a headlock on a New York City train.
#sports
Fox News: Lindsay Whalen departs administrative role at Minnesota following termination as basketball coach
Former Minnesota women's basketball coach Lindsay Whalen has decided not to stay on in an administrative role following her dismissal. Her university contract included a $215,000 buyout. Though her dismissal was framed as mutual following a 5-season record of 71-76, the university release agreement referred to it as a firing. Fox News reports that Whalen will not keep a role as special assistant, instead leaving the program.
The Epoch Times: Dynamo Post Second Straight Shutout of Los Angeles FC
The Houston Dynamo beat Los Angeles FC 1-0 with a goal from Micael and a solid defensive performance. LAFC played without two key players, Bouanga and Cifuentes, who were on international duty. Houston's goalkeeper, Steve Clark, made only one save in his seventh shutout of the season.
Fox News: US Olympic ski jumper Patrick Gasienica died after motorcycle crash: police
U.S Olympic ski jumper Patrick Gasienica dies in motorcycle wreck in Chicago suburb. 24-year-old Illinois native had made his Olympic debut in Beijing. Gasienica survived by parents and two sisters.
#outdoors
On The Water: Squeteague and Why We Fish
Sergeant Feller, armed with a fly rod and a determination to catch his first squeteague, navigates the crowded Northeastern coastline in search of a rare and elusive fish. Through research, he learns about the use of squeteague swim bladders in the production of isinglass, an adhesive collagen product used for clarifying beer and wine, as well as restoring artwork and historical documents. After hours of casting into the night, Feller catches his first squeteague, marveling at its shimmering and speckled scales, before releasing it back into the water.
Backpacker: This Mud-Bathing Bear Is Our Summer Trail Vibe
Despite a cool, wet start to summer in Colorado's Front Range, a bear was spotted taking a mud bath at Roxborough State Park. While some trails are still muddy and others are cratered with footprints, it's important to appreciate the current weather conditions rather than wishing for something else. Outdoor enthusiasts should learn to love the conditions they are given, including playing in puddles and admiring the green hills.
#other
The Epoch Times: Powerful Ideas to Shift Your Self Belief
The author shares mindset shifts necessary for a transformative journey: I Am Enough, I Am Allowed to Feel My Emotions, I Love Myself When I Feel Stuff, I'm Not Stuck in Right Versus Wrong, I Trust Myself, I Choose My Life. These shifts help eliminate judgment and self-doubt, leading to greater self-trust and a sense of freedom. The author recommends having support to make the shifts and practicing the new mindsets regularly.
Forbes: L.A. Live Introduces The Peacock Theater And Peacock Place As It Rebrands Performance Spaces In Partnership With NBCUniversal
AEG's LA Live announces a partnership with Peacock, naming the theater and outdoor plaza Peacock Theater and Peacock Plaza. Peacock will become LA Live's exclusive streaming partner, with multiple digital signs displaying information about upcoming events at both LA Live and on Peacock.
The partnership between Peacock and LA Live goes beyond just branding, with full integration in displays and an onsite content studio, enhancing the overall fan experience. Having the ecosystem under one company with options for food, drinks, and lodging makes the experience better.
Fox News: El Niño ocean currents, not avian flu, blamed for mass bird deaths along Mexico's Pacific coast
Experts suspected avian flu when hundreds of birds were found dead earlier this year on Mexico's Pacific coast. The cause of the mass die-off was ultimately attributed to the warming Pacific ocean currents associated with El Niño, which can be fatal to sea birds.
Forbes: Halsey And Suga’s New Collaboration Comes With An Added Benefit: A Possible Grammy Nomination
Halsey and Suga's collaboration "Lilith (Diablo IV Anthem)" has achieved chart success and could earn them a Grammy nomination in the Best Alternative Music Performance category. The success of the song on the alternative Billboard charts and Halsey's previous experience in the category enhance their prospects. If recognized, they could potentially make history, as no solo K-pop artist has received a Grammy nomination before. The official nominations will be announced later this year.
The Federalist Papers: Fox News Gets Taken Down from Powerful Position Network Has Held For More than 2 Years
Fox News has lost its top spot in cable news ratings during prime time to MSNBC. This is due in part to the departure of conservative-populist host Tucker Carlson in April. The network's decline is also reflected in the worst demographic numbers for the 25 to 54 age group that it has ever posted. Conservatives feel marginalized in many major institutions, and Fox News used to provide an escape from this reality. However, some now believe the network has succumbed to the pressures of woke culture and has started silencing its own honest voices.
Fox News: Biden re-ups call for amnesty as he marks 11th anniversary of Obama's DACA program
President Biden urges amnesty for DACA recipients who arrived in the U.S. as minors. Over 800,000 "Dreamers" have been granted protection and the ability to work in the U.S. Since DACA has been on ice since 2021, activists push for the DREAM Act to grant a pathway to citizenship for approximately 2 million illegal immigrants. The administration also expanded Medicaid and ObamaCare health coverage to DACA recipients and ordered the Department of Homeland Security to "preserve and fortify" the controversial Obama executive order. Democrats aim to pass the DREAM Act before Republicans take the House, but it is unlikely to pass unless it was part of a broader border security package.