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America First News
19 Jun 2023
#politics
Breitbart: More Voters Increasingly Believe Joe Biden Involved in Family's Business
Polls show growing belief among voters that President Joe Biden was somehow involved in his family's foreign business deals, despite his repeated denials and deflections. In June 2022, a Harvard Cap/Harris poll found that 66% of voters believed Biden discussed business with his son, while a previous Rasmussen poll from September 2022 indicated that 62% of voters thought Biden maybe consulted on and profited from family business deals. Despite accusations of a $5 million bribe by Ukrainian businessman Mykola Zlochevsky, Biden's campaign spokesman and Biden himself deny any involvement in overseas business.
The Epoch Times: Nearly 300 Absentee Ballots From 2020 Election Found in Michigan Storage Unit
Around 300 absentee ballots from Michigan's 2020 election were found in a shed. A Thetford Township Supervisor discovered the ballots in a storage unit while following up on a report from an employee in the township clerk's office. The ballots were sent for an audit, revealing that 39 people did not receive a ballot to vote, though others whose ballots were lost in the mail were able to cast their vote. The discovery could have affected the results of a local election where Katie Hicks lost by only 19 votes. Concerns remain over the integrity of future elections.
The Epoch Times: South Carolina GOP Sets Feb. 24 Date for First-in-the-South Presidential Primary
South Carolina's GOP executive committee has voted unanimously to set February 24, 2024, as the date of the state's presidential primary, with the Republican National Committee's approval still needed. The move aims to give GOP White House hopefuls more time to campaign in the first-in-the-South state. This comes as both major parties attempt to solidify their voting calendars ahead of the 2024 nominating process. By setting South Carolina's vote on Feb. 24, candidates would have more time after Nevada votes on Feb. 6 to focus their attention on the state, where support is pivotal for Republicans competing for their party’s nomination.
The Democratic National Committee rules panel has given New Hampshire until Sept. 1 to comply with new rules that leaders there fiercely oppose. But the committee opted not to immediately offer such an extension to another battleground state, Georgia, which hasn't set its date for next year's primary. At issue is President Biden’s plan to strip Iowa’s caucus of its traditional post leading off primary voting and replace it with South Carolina, which would vote on Feb. 3, 2024. Under the new calendar, New Hampshire would vote next, together with Nevada, on Feb. 6, which New Hampshire officials have decried.
The Federalist: Report: U.S. Funded Research Of ‘Covid Patients Zero’ In Wuhan
New evidence supports the "lab leak theory" that Covid-19 was created in a Chinese lab with U.S. government funding. FOIA documents reveal that three Wuhan Institute of Virology lab staffers were funded by U.S. taxpayers and may be the virus's "patient zero." FOIA documents from the NIH confirm that Ben Hu, a sick Wuhan lab staffer, reportedly conducted "gain-of-function" experiments funded by the NIAID and USAID. The lab leak theory may implicate Anthony Fauci and Peter Daszak, who downplayed its possibility and denied children their civil liberties.
Flag And Cross: DeSantis Bartends for Veterans, Brings Down the House with Bud Light Comment
Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis served free beer and took jabs at woke ideology during a visit to a veteran’s post in Nevada. DeSantis promised to restore sanity and integrity to American institutions and highlighted his success as governor of Florida, where there are currently no Democrats in statewide office. He also promised to be the president who finally solves the issue of the southern border.
Fox News: Judge grants DOJ protective order, bars Trump from disclosing alleged evidence in classified documents case
Former President Trump and his defense team have been granted a protective order on evidence provided in the classified documents case. The order states that discovery materials must be kept in the custody and control of defense counsel and only accessed by Trump under direct supervision. The order also specifies that discovery materials cannot be disclosed to the public or news media without the approval of the United States or Court, and within 90 days of the case's conclusion, all discovery materials and copies must be destroyed by defense counsel unless otherwise ordered by the Court.
Special Counsel Jack Smith requested the protective order on the materials as they contain information that could compromise ongoing investigations and identify uncharged individuals. The materials provided to Trump and Nauta, who have no objections to the order, include charges of unlawfully retaining national defense information, conspiring to obstruct justice, obstructing justice, and making false statements. Defendants and defense counsel are also prohibited from disclosing discovery materials or their contents to any person or entity besides those employed to assist in the defense, potential witnesses, counsel for potential witnesses, and other authorized persons to whom the Court may allow for disclosure.
#society
The New American: Pro-life Rallies to Celebrate First Anniversary of Dobbs - The New American
Pro-life groups are celebrating the first anniversary of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, which overturned Roe v. Wade by the Supreme Court on June 24, 2022, with events including a "National Celebrate Life Day" rally at the Lincoln Memorial hosted by Students for Life of America. The group plans to roll out a new vision for the movement: "The 14th Amendment for All," based on the amendment's protection of the right to life. ProLifeAction.org is updating a listing of events celebrating the decision, including marches, rallies, and volleyball games, and Focus on the Family is promoting the "It's Still a Baby" video digitally and on television.
Restore Liberty co-founder Darin Gaub suggests making June "Pro-Life Month" to remember the millions of lives lost while celebrating victories won for babies across the nation. The month would represent national recognition and celebration of life, including protecting and defending the lives of the innocent.
Red State: Shut up and Play Ball: Texas Rangers Staying out of the 'Pride' Business
The Texas Rangers are the only Major League Baseball team to not host a Pride Night during Pride Month. However, the team has sponsored LGBTQ+ softball events and has made efforts to be inclusive in hiring practices. While some criticize the team's lack of a Pride Night, others appreciate their commitment to making all fans feel welcome and included. The team's stance may have helped them avoid the controversy faced by the Los Angeles Dodgers, who recently faced backlash for honoring an anti-Catholic group of drag queens. Some Major League Baseball fans just want to watch baseball and not be subjected to political messages.
#war
Human Events: BREAKING: Putin announces Ukraine signed a treaty with Russia 1
month into the war and then ignored it under Western influence
Putin claims Ukraine signed a peace treaty in 2022 but broke it right after. The treaty supposedly had Russia withdraw troops from Kyiv but keep them in other parts of Ukraine, prompting Putin to question future agreements.
Breitbart: Poll: 83% of Voters Say FBI Should Make Biden 'Bribery' File Public
A Harvard/HarrisX poll found that 83% of voters think that the FBI should release its informant file claiming that Joe Biden accepted a $5 million bribe from Ukrainian oligarch and Burisma founder Mykola Zlochevsky. Only 17% think it should be kept secret, and 74% of Democrats also believe it should be made public. The poll also found that only 45% of voters think the FBI is fully investigating corruption allegations against Biden. Republicans are calling to defund the FBI, which they believe is stonewalling their probe into the Biden family.
Breitbart: Uganda: Jihadists Burn Christian Students Alive, Hack Them with Machetes in School Attack
At least 42 people died in a terrorist attack on a boarding school in Uganda this weekend, with 37 of them being students, in what the government says was carried out by the Islamic State-affiliated Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), which it has previously targeted with “Operation Shujaa”. However, some reports are suggesting that outsiders might have used the extremists to disrupt the running of the school to divest a Canadian NGO of control over it. Those attacked were predominantly Christian, and while the ADF has not claimed responsibility, it has previously carried out similar attacks, in keeping with its jihadist agenda.
#foreignaffairs
Forbes: “Diplomatic Drive-By?” Blinken Gets Short Meeting With Xi As U.S.-China Contacts, Conflicts Continue
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken had a perfunctory 35-minute meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, aimed at reducing tensions between the two nations. Blinken also met with other high-level Chinese officials, discussing priorities in the bilateral relationship and global and regional issues. He raised concerns with China's alleged unfair economic practices, recent actions against US firms, and the anti-espionage law to come into effect on 1 July. The two countries agreed to follow-on senior engagements in Washington and Beijing to continue open lines of communication, with Chinese Foreign Minister Qin agreeing to schedule a reciprocal visit at a mutually suitable time.
Blinken's visit addressed the strains on US and Chinese business, with a lack of flights between the two countries posing particular problems. Beijing has also sought to boost the economy amid around 20% youth unemployment by attracting foreign investment. While Blinken said there was no change in US policy towards Taiwan, Blinken brought up the Ukraine, another source of tensions between the two nations, while both sides also agreed to work together on key global issues such as climate change, macroeconomic stability, food security, public health and counter-narcotics. Representatives from both sides also welcomed strengthening people-to-people exchanges between students, scholars, and business.
#economy
National Review: ESG, Wokeness, and Morality
The Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investment "discipline" is facing increasing criticism, particularly in red states, for being political and contrary to capitalism. ESG proponents, including billionaires Mike Bloomberg and Tom Steyer and climate change activist Al Gore, argue that opposing ESG is a failure to understand capitalism. Conservative critics argue that giving value to moral and scientific imperatives goes against the profit principle at the heart of the free market and is an effort to impose a "woke" agenda. A much deeper free-market critique of ESG and its symbiont stakeholder capitalism is based on the belief in property rights and democracy. Stakeholder capitalism and ESG dilute property rights and risk eroding democracy. The ESG ecosystem is worried about pushback from those who oppose it politically and economically and claim that their views on ESG risk restricting economic growth, investment and the willingness of some companies to go public.
The Babylon Bee: Sixth Guy Kicking Himself For Leaving The Company Before Five Guys Hit It Big
Mark Calloway regrets leaving the Five Guys burger chain just before it took off. Calloway, a close friend of the Murrell family that started the chain in 1986, claims he helped the business with burger recipes, fries seasoning, and marketing, but had to step away just before the official launch. He now wishes he had stayed on, and is planning to open a rival burger joint with oversized fries and expensive milkshakes.
The Epoch Times: Global Economic Surprise Index Plummets
Investor sentiment is bullish with CNN's Fear and Greed Index signaling "extreme greed", despite economic surprise indices declining in the eurozone and the US. Stimulus plans have failed to boost productivity and employment, with the eurozone experiencing poor performance and failing to benefit from the EU Next Generation stimulus plan. Social programs have also failed to improve poverty or social exclusion rates, despite enormous spending of over two trillion euros. Interest-rate hikes have not caused the eurozone's weakened economy, but rather giant government spending plans.
#military
The Epoch Times: Military Genes
A mother reflects on the decision to support her son's decision to join the military despite the risks and challenges he would face. From a young age, he was drawn to all things military and even had a fascination with army hats and uniforms. While the idea of her son going off to war and facing danger made her uneasy, she realized that his love for the military was in his genes and something he was truly passionate about pursuing. The article ends with a message to parents to support their child's career choice, even if it is not what they would have chosen for them.
#history
PJ Media: Today in History: 'The Arabs, Persians, and Ferocious Turks Flee' from Nicaea and 'Show Their Backs to the Christians'
Today in history, June 19, 1097, marked the first major victory of the First Crusade over the Seljuk Turks at Nicaea. The Crusade was a response to the atrocities committed in the years following the Seljuks' conquest of Anatolia. The Crusaders quickly laid siege to Nicaea, where the Seljuk sultanate was based. After a long and brutal siege, the Crusaders, led by Raymond of Toulouse with aid from Robert of Flanders, routed the Seljuk army and freed Nicaea from the Seljuks. The Crusade was launched in response to Pope Urban II's call to protect Christians and their sanctuaries from Muslim oppression.
#health
Daily Wire: Biden Advisor Defends Unsafe Sex: ‘One Person’s Idea Of Risk … Another Person’s Idea Of A Great Festival’
Biden's monkeypox advisor defends risky sexual behavior, saying his role is to promote joy instead of calling it "risky." Dr. Demetre Daskalakis believes stigma is a barrier to testing and vaccination. Monkeypox is often transmitted through close contact with the skin or mucosal surfaces of an infected person and has hit hardest among men who engage in sexual contact with other men.
Newsbusters: Girl Sues California Doctors For Chopping Off Her Breasts At Age 13
Doctors in California are being sued by 18-year-old Layla Jane for removing her breasts when she was just 13-years-old. Jane identified as a male at the time, but now considers it a "mistaken belief that she was transgender." Jane and her lawyers are suing for "ideological and profit-driven medical abuse," alleging that the doctors didn't question or understand Jane's psychological state. Jane had only attended a 75-minute session with a psychologist and a 30-minute session with a plastic surgeon before her breasts were surgically removed. The doctors didn't inform her about all possible side effects and risks of the procedure. Jane is now undergoing therapy for mental health issues.
Fox News: Europe breaks against puberty blockers as US becomes 'outlier' in defending treatments for transgender minors
Europeans are discouraging the use of puberty blockers for children with gender dysphoria, citing uncertainties surrounding the treatment. The United Kingdom's NHS has limited their use outside of clinical research. Although countries such as Canada, Australia, and Spain still allow them, some are sounding alarm bells. In contrast, the US medical community largely supports transgender medical treatment and sees the US as becoming an outlier in the discussion. Some GOP lawmakers remain skeptical of the treatment, citing a lack of systematic review that states that there is strong evidence of benefits. Several states have enacted laws banning the use of puberty blockers for minors, and a judge in Indiana recently blocked a law prohibiting puberty blockers and hormone treatments for children that was set to take effect on July 1.
The Epoch Times: Former Police Commissioner Slams NYC’s Vending Machines for Drug Addicts
Former NYPD Commissioner Bill Bratton criticized NYC's decision to install vending machines that provide drug paraphernalia and fentanyl test strips, warning it encourages drug use. The vending machine in Brownsville offers crack pipes, fentanyl test strips, and NARCAN kits to revive users who overdosed. Overdose deaths in NYC reached record levels in 2021, with fentanyl identified in 80% of the cases. The vending machine plan has attracted criticism for encouraging drug use instead of focusing on rehabilitation. Bratton also highlighted the problem of cannabis and dismissed the idea of sustaining drug addiction rather than seeking to end them.
#education
The Epoch Times: LGBTQ+ Schoolbooks for Kindergarten, Elementary Students at Center of Parents' Lawsuit
Montgomery County Public Schools approves 20+ LGBTQ+ themed books for K-4, including "Pride Puppy!" & "Born Ready." Parents file lawsuit for opt-out.
Fox News: Florida math teacher fired after comparing students' skin tones to coffee types: 'Major mistake'
Florida math teacher fired for comparing students' skin tones to coffee roasts during a lesson. School board terminated him for racial harassment.
#crime
Fox News: NJ man's convictions, 55-year sentence in teen's shooting death, discarded by appeals court
A New Jersey court has overturned a man's convictions in the 2016 death of a teenage girl, citing problems with the prosecution. The then-17-year-old suspect was sentenced to 55 years in prison for shooting the victim in a minivan in Trenton. The court found issues with the process of moving the prosecution to adult court and the testimony of a detective.
Fox News: Human skull reportedly found at Iowa park
A possible human skull was found by campers at Iowa's Yellow Banks Park near a boat ramp. Police are investigating.
A human skull found in Seattle Park has prompted a homicide investigation. Detectives and medical examiners are seeking more information.
Red State: Man Sues Government Officials for Alleged Surveillance Without Warrant: 'They Think Their Power Is Limitless'
A Virginia homeowner has filed a lawsuit against state government agents, alleging they trespassed on his property without a warrant and stole his tree-mounted camera. The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) are suspected of searching Highlander's trail cameras for evidence of hunting violations. Highlander's brother was cited for “hunting over bait” in a different county earlier on April 8, so it is possible the officers are also using the cameras as evidence for his brother's citation.
Fox News: Gun dealers forced to sell gun locks under new Democrat bill: ‘Legislation that will save lives’
Democratic Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib has introduced the "Safe Storage Saves Lives Act," a bill that would make it illegal to sell a firearm without offering a compatible gun lock or storage device. The legislation also would levy a penalty of up to $1,000 for any violators. Tlaib said the bill aims to minimize the 4.6 million kids in America who live under homes with loaded, unlocked firearms. The National Rifle Association (NRA) responded that firearm manufacturers already supply a lock with every firearms purchase.
Breitbart: Watch: Pop Star Bebe Rexha Hit in the Face with Phone During Performance
During a Sunday night concert in New York City, a cellphone was thrown at pop star Bebe Rexha, hitting her below the left eye. Rexha turned away and dropped to her knees, clutching her face, while crew members rushed in to help. She was then escorted off the stage. It is unclear how serious her injuries are, but the attacker, a 27-year-old concertgoer from New Jersey named Nicholas Malvagna, was arrested and charged with assault. Fans expressed their outrage at the incident on social media, with some calling it literal assault and expressing their hope that Rexha is okay.
Fox News: Subway slasher accused of knifing women's legs on loose in New York City, police say
A man accused of slashing women's legs from behind in New York subway has been on the run from the police. He has attacked three women in separate incidents between 4 and 5 p.m. on Sunday, slashing them from behind and fleeing through the subway system. Police have released surveillance images of the suspect and are asking for the public's help in identifying and locating him.
The Epoch Times: No Time for 'Games': BC Solicitor General Gives Deadline for Surrey Policing Report
Solicitor general accuses Surrey city of playing games around its decision to retain RCMP as policing agency. British Columbia’s solicitor general Mike Farnworth asked the Mayor Brenda Locke to give him the report on the future of policing in the city and delay the vote until they could agree on what was safest for the people of Surrey, but council voted before he had a chance to determine if it would ensure safe and effective policing. Farnworth has warned the city that he needs the report by Monday afternoon, otherwise he’ll be forced to make a determination on safe policing without it.
#sports
Breitbart: VIDEO: Fishermen Lose $3.5M Prize When 600-Pound Marlin Disqualified
A 619-pound marlin caught in North Carolina was disqualified from the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament due to being mutilated by sharks before being caught. The Sensation's team would have won over $3 million in prize money. The disqualification was made based on tournament rules, resulting in Sushi's crew winning first place.
#outdoors
The Epoch Times: Most Residents of Northern Quebec Town Return After Wildfire Threat, but Risks Remain
Firefighters are making progress in fighting forest fires in Quebec, Canada, but officials remain concerned about the situation. Residents of Lebel-sur-Quévillon who returned home had done so smoothly, the mayor said. However, a new evacuation order may be issued if needed, due to the high flammability index in the region. Quebec's forest fire prevention agency reported about 100 active wildfires in the province, which has prompted the deployment of hundreds of firefighters from outside Quebec to help combat the blazes.
The Blaze: Titanic-bound submersible goes missing in Atlantic Ocean; massive rescue efforts under way
A submersible operated by OceanGate Expeditions on a mission to the Titanic wreckage has gone missing off the coast of Newfoundland. The vessel has a 96-hour survival time, affording rescuers some time to locate the crew members. Search and rescue operations have been complicated by local weather conditions. A comprehensive search effort involving the US and Canadian authorities is underway. According to reports, world explorer Hamish Harding is among the five people in the missing submersible. The cause of the submersible's disappearance is yet to be determined.
#other
The Epoch Times: Grilled Salmon with Creamy Cucumber-Dill Salad
Grilled salmon with cucumber-dill salad is a simple and refreshing summer dish. The salad is made by slicing cucumbers and red onions in a colander and leaving them to drain for 30 minutes before mixing them with a dressing of sour cream, mayo, white wine vinegar, garlic, dill, sugar and black pepper. The salmon fillets are rubbed with olive oil and grilled on medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes on the first side and 2-3 minutes on the next. Serve with the cold cucumber-dill salad piled on top or alongside.
Forbes: Lady Gaga’s Chromatica Concert Film Could Mean A Major Payday Is On The Way
Lady Gaga is set to release a concert documentary about her recent Chromatica Ball Tour, which could generate substantial earnings for the pop icon if sold to a streaming platform such as Netflix. The documentary's release is expected to boost sales and streams of her Chromatica album, as well as potentially leading to a surge in streams of her older hits showcased on the tour. There is also the possibility of a live album release tied to the film, though no official announcements have been made.
Fox News: 2 dead after small plane crashes in western Pennsylvania
A small plane crashed in Pennsylvania, killing two people. The twin-engine Piper PA-30 crashed in a wooded area near Ebensburg Airport. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.
Forbes: UN Adopts First-Ever International Treaty Protecting High Seas
Nearly 200 nations signed the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Treaty, also known as the High Seas Treaty, which creates the first-ever framework to govern fishing, oil extraction, and mining in international waters. The treaty establishes marine protected areas to prevent species extinctions due to environmental activities and requires countries to report the environmental impacts of their activities. The treaty still needs to be ratified by at least 60 members and advocates hope it will be completed by the UN's next ocean conference in 2025.
Fox News: Climate activists forcibly dragged from event with Biden energy secretary Jennifer Granholm
Climate activists associated with the radical left-wing group Climate Defiance were removed from an event where Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm spoke about the White House's green energy agenda in Michigan. The protesters criticized Granholm's past support for the Mountain Valley Pipeline and accused her of prioritizing fossil fuel production over meaningful climate action. Security officers were seen forcing the activists to leave the event as other protesters chanted anti-fossil fuel slogans outside. Granholm remained unfazed by the event and expressed her belief that the U.S. is moving closer to a net-zero future.