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20 Jun 2023
#politics
National Review: The Corner: First Thoughts on the Hunter Biden Guilty Plea
Hunter Biden has been criminally charged for two tax misdemeanors and violating federal firearms laws. The charges avoid implicating Joe Biden or the rest of the family, and it's unlikely that Hunter will cooperate with other investigations. The deal seems like a tribute to vice and mockery of the notion that Hunter wasn't worthy of investigation.
Breitbart: Hunter Biden to Plead Guilty in Deal: 2 Tax Counts, 1 Gun Charge
Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, will plead guilty to federal tax violations and violation of gun laws. He will enter into a pre-trial diversion agreement regarding the gun charge and is expected to avoid jail time. Biden's business dealings with Ukrainian energy company Burisma and the alleged conflict of interest with his father's Ukraine policy have been a topic of controversy, with the issue coming to light during the Obama administration. The development of Hunter Biden's plea deal also comes shortly after the DOJ indicted former President Donald Trump on felony charges related to his handling of presidential documents.
The New American: Trump Is Winning Again - The New American
Trump's approval rating is on the rise again following the latest criminal indictment. However, the American people are not blind to the Democrats' attempts to stop Trump from running for president. The charges against Trump are a "weapon of mass distraction" to hide President Biden's serious crimes. Ordinary Americans care little about mishandling papers, and the latest indictment is a meaningless, victimless crime. The average American can see the difference between what is "legal" in a courtroom and what actually matters. They view Trump as their hero and want him to be president again in 2024 to expose the control-freak psychopaths who are afraid of him.
Fox News: Three momentous consequences of a 'conservative majority' on the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has shifted toward a "conservative" majority due to the appointment of three new justices during the Trump administration, but this does not mean they routinely support conservative laws or actions. Instead, they favor "originalism," which interprets and applies the Constitution based on its original public meaning. Originalism aims to recover the Constitution's original plan and has led to a revived interest in sustaining the founders' system of federal separation of powers and affirming individual rights, including the right to bear arms. It also led to the court's conclusion that no right to abortion can be found in the Constitution.
"The Politically Incorrect Guide to the Supreme Court," argues that the media's portrayal of the court as "conservative" is incorrect, and that conservative justices issue opinions based on jurisprudence, not politics. The book examines the process of recovering the original plan of the Constitution and the force the court should attribute to past precedents when they contravene its original meaning. Despite attacks, vilification, and intimidation from liberals in Congress and the media, the court shows no sign of surrendering to its critics. Intellectual dynamism and moral conviction are with its conservatives, and they may finally prevail.
Red State: Biden Fundraiser Co-Host Raises a Lot of Eyebrows
Joe Biden struggled during a California visit, stumbling over his words and misspeaking multiple times. He also attended a campaign fundraiser hosted by a man who has been connected to Jeffrey Epstein.
PJ Media: BREAKING: Hunter Biden Cops a Plea Deal
Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, has reportedly reached a preliminary deal with federal prosecutors to plead guilty to tax fraud and acknowledge a gun charge of lying on a government form. The charge could have resulted in 10 years imprisonment but Hunter will avoid prison time under the current deal. The plea deal is yet to be approved by a federal judge, and the specific date for his court appearance to enter the guilty plea has yet to be determined.
The Right Scoop: [UPDATE: Trump ASKED why he hired people he insulted] – Trump and Bret Baier goes back and forth on classified documents and the 2020 election
![[UPDATE: Trump ASKED why he hired people he insulted] – Trump and Bret Baier goes back and forth on classified documents and the 2020 election](https://therightscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/trump_bret_baier-620x300.jpg)
Trump admits to declassifying documents and there are concerns about obstruction of justice. They also dispute the outcome of the 2020 election and Trump criticizes Fox News.
Red State: BREAKING: Hunter Biden Charged With Tax and Gun Crimes, Appears to Get Off Easy
Hunter Biden will plead guilty to two minor charges of failing to file taxes as part of a plea agreement, after a five-year investigation. He has also agreed to enter a pre-trial diversion program for illegally possessing a firearm. Other potential charges, including tax evasion and fraud, appear to be off the table. He may receive only a fine, raising concerns about the length and outcome of the investigation.
#society
Daily Wire: ‘It Was Like Christmas’: Mother Celebrates Son Using Female Pronouns At School
Parents of a young boy who identifies as a girl appeared on CBS' "This Morning", discussing their decision to support their child's gender transition. The parents reveal how the child had always gravitated towards girly toys and colours. Fearful of the child being bullied, the family began supporting their child’s transition, allowing for a happier life. Conservative groups disagree arguing that children do not know their future selves and does not make sense to rely on children’s feelings.
Fox News: RFK Jr proposes federal solution to end homelessness: 'More important than funding wars'
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. proposes using federal housing vouchers to combat homelessness, arguing that it’s "more important than funding wars". He believes that the U.S. could solve the problem of homelessness on a federal level by providing homeless vouchers, Section 8 vouchers, to homeless people. Kennedy said homelessness "has its own ideology" and added, "part of that is that only one in four poor people in this country are receiving housing vouchers".
San Francisco residents in the Mission District have raised over $25,000 dollars to install sidewalk planters to block homeless people from setting up tents there. Locals said Harrison Street had been "taken over" by encampments for the past three years. Neighbors suggested the planters because they were "too heavy to move and they compliment the streetscape."
The Blaze: Horowitz: Now is the time to counter the Rainbow Jihad’s assault on marriage
Support for same-sex relationships has decreased, especially among Republicans. A Gallup poll showed that support for the morality of such relationships diminished from 71% to 64% with the lowest number since 2014 from Republican voters at 41%. However, the question was never about banning people marrying for moral reasons but rather about the legal and social consequences of same-sex couples marrying.
The Epoch Times: Jim Caviezel Calls 'Sound of Freedom' His Most Important Film Since 'The Passion of the Christ'
Actor Jim Caviezel stars as Tim Ballard in the film "Sound of Freedom," based on the true story of the founder of Operation Underground Railroad, a nonprofit that rescues children from sex trafficking. The film follows Ballard as he rescues a young boy and sets out to save his sister from traffickers. Caviezel hopes to inspire 2 million people to see the film, which sheds light on the issue of human trafficking and its prevalence in the United States. "Sound of Freedom" will be released in theaters on July 4, 2023.
#foreignaffairs
The New American: “Limited Progress” From Xi-Blinken Talks - The New American
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Beijing to meet with senior Chinese figures, including President Xi Jinping. Although both sides pledged not to seek each other's overthrow, few issues in the Sino-U.S. rivalry were addressed. Despite Blinken "repeatedly" discussing the establishment of a crisis communication line between the American and Chinese militaries, China has not agreed to move forward with it. China-U.S. relations are complex, but both countries remain heavily reliant on each other for economic stability. While some officials have praised Blinken's visit as a step forward, others are less optimistic about the prospects of Sino-U.S. ties.
The Federalist: Blinken's China Trip Went About As Badly As You'd Expect
Secretary of State Antony Blinken's meeting with Chinese dictator Xi Jinping did little to improve America's confidence in the Biden administration's ability to manage US-China relations. The Chinese Communist Party declined to meet the administration's main request when it came to reestablishing communications between the US and Chinese militaries. This failure ultimately placed blame on the ongoing dispute on US sanctions.
Blinken played footsie with the Chinese government during his press conference following the meeting, stating that they do not support Taiwan independence, which undercut views espoused by Taiwan's leadership and gave credence to the CCP's narrative that Taiwan is a rogue PRC territory. Biden's desire to maintain peace in the Indo-Pacific is not the issue, but rather the administration's repeated attempts to secure an agreement with the Chinese no matter how weak or desperate it makes them appear.
#economy
The Epoch Times: Wall Street Kicks Off Week Lower on Fed Worries; PayPal Climbs
Wall Street drops at opening bell following hawkish Federal Reserve commentary, while PayPal shares rise after sale of European loans division.
American Thinker: Bidenomics: Poll shows one out of five Americans would rather quit the country?
Over one in five Americans express a strong desire to permanently move to another country due to financial stress, particularly young adults. Democrats and liberals are more inclined to leave, while Republicans and conservatives hold a contrasting sentiment. Financial worries include maintaining current standard of living, saving for retirement, healthcare costs, and mortgage payments. The result reflects the shambles the U.S. has become in the era of President Joe Biden with Americans losing faith in their financial futures.
Forbes: How Much Are Family Office Executives Being Paid Across The World?
The 2023 Global Family Office Compensation Benchmark Report, based on responses from over 650 family office professionals worldwide, examines compensation trends in the family office industry as well as trends in hiring and governance. The highest-ranking executive in a family office is typically the CEO, who oversees the operation and management. Across most regions, the majority of CEOs are non-family members, indicating the professionalisation and institutionalisation of family offices. CEO salaries vary by region, with European CEOs earning €198k–264k (~USD$216k-288k) and UK CEOs earning £198k–264k (~USD$252k-337k) alongside bonuses of up to 50% of their salary, while the most well-paid CEOs are found in the Middle East. Chief Investment Officers (CIOs) are responsible for managing investment portfolios and growing family wealth for generations to come. CIO salaries vary by region, with the most well-paid in the USA and Latin America earning over USD$1M. Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) is often overlooked in the family office industry and is crucial for aligning the interests of executives and having a direct impact on the long-term success of the family office. The report concludes that family offices are ready to adjust their compensation structure to remain competitive in talent race against other wealth management institutions.
#military
Forbes: Five Pillars Of Boeing’s Strategy For Staying Ahead In National-Security Space
Boeing's space business is complex, with thousands of employees working across national-security, civil, and commercial segments. The company has a range of commercial space services and is half-owner of a major launch provider. Much of its work is classified, including military spacecraft and intelligence missions. VP and General Manager Kay Sears has set a framework for shaping the future of national-security space that includes speed, resilience, and integration, diverse satellites in diverse orbits, multifaceted survivability, hybrid military-commercial architecture, and continuous adaptation. Boeing builds both national-security and commercial satellites, positioning the company to benefit from the government's augmentation of military constellations with commercial systems.
#culture
The Epoch Times: Disney's ‘Elemental’ Featuring Non-Binary Character Records Disappointing Opening Weekend Sales
Disney Pixar's "Elemental," featuring their first-ever non-binary character, had the lowest debut in the company's history, earning $29.5m in its opening weekend, failing to reach its $31m targets. The film is set in the fictional world of Element City, where people of fire, water, earth, and air live together, and focuses on the friendship of Ember and Wade. Despite poor reviews, with a 92% approved audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, the film collected $15m overseas for a total of $45m. The box office debut comes amid Disney's legal battle with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis over the Walt Disney World Resort's self-governance status in the state, which has been challenged by a bill strengthening parents' rights.
#health
Forbes: This Startup Is Rewriting The Language Of Life To Make Smart Biologics
Pearl Bio, a synthetic biology company backed by Khosla Ventures, has emerged from stealth mode with a portfolio of 24 patents that protect their groundbreaking technology: a generically recoded organism. Pearl Bio's genetically recoded organism, combined with the engineered translational machinery of the cell, enables the incorporation of building blocks beyond the 20 amino acids that exist in nature, and can produce novel chemistries that solve existing challenges in the immunotherapeutics space and pave the way for completely new materials. Pearl has positioned itself as the leader in this new field thanks to advancing technology and staking the IP landscape, enabling access to new disease targets and the evolution of entirely new classes of molecules.
The Epoch Times: Manitoba City Discusses Options, Possible Memorial to Honour 15 Killed in Bus Crash
A Manitoba city is considering a public memorial or vigil to honour the 15 seniors killed in a bus crash last week. Council members held a closed-door meeting, and the ministerial association is set to discuss options. The group was on its way to a casino when their minibus collided with a truck. The driver and ten passengers are still in hospital, with five in critical condition. Officials have not yet released the names of the dead. Mayor David Bosiak says their focus is on what the families need to heal, while the reeve for the rural municipality highlights the community’s response.
Flag And Cross: Why Half Of Dads Avoid Health Chats With Their Sons
Nearly half of UK fathers avoid discussing men’s health issues with their sons, and one in five do so out of fear of scaring their children, according to a study of 2,009 fathers with sons aged 18 or over. A similar number, 17%, find such chats awkward. 65% would like to be more confident discussing health. Dr. Prantik Das, a clinical oncologist at GenesisCare, called for men to break taboos and encourage early detection and treatment in talking about men's health. Men have a one in two chance of being diagnosed with cancer. GenesisCare offers guidance for initiating tricky health chats.
#crime
Liberty Nation: Hunter Biden Criminal Plea Deal Revealed by DOJ – READ IN FULL
Hunter Biden's lawyers have proposed a deal to federal prosecutors regarding firearm and tax crime charges from 2015. Biden will plead guilty to two misdemeanor charges of failing to pay taxes in 2017 and 2018, with the amount in question believed to be $1.2 million for both years.
PJ Media: Democratic Donor Arrested and Charged With Setting Destructive Wildfire That Democrats Blamed on Climate Change
Edward Fredrick Wackerman has been arrested for starting the Oak Fire, which burned 19,244 acres, destroyed many homes and injured three firefighters. Wackerman is charged with arson, but no motive is known. He has donated money to many Democrats, including $1,000 to Tim Ryan's Senate campaign and $400 to the Lincoln Project. This raised speculation that Wackerman may have been trying to help Democrats prove that wildfires are caused by climate change, but it is more likely that he is a firebug who likes to watch the world burn. His case illustrates the problem with politicians who blame every extreme weather event on climate change, turning it into a political debate rather than a scientific one.
The Epoch Times: Hunter Biden Pleads Guilty to Federal Charges
Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, pleaded guilty to intentionally failing to pay federal income tax and violating a law that forbids a person who illegally uses a controlled substance from possessing a firearm. He has agreed to enter a pretrial diversion agreement.
Daily Wire: Hunter Biden Reaches Plea Deal Over Tax Crimes: Report
Hunter Biden to plead guilty to two tax crimes and admit facts of a gun charge as part of a plea deal with federal prosecutors.
#sports
Fox News: Lithuanian soccer star Karolis Chvedukas dead at 32
Lithuanian soccer player Karolis Chvedukas, who played for Marijampolė City and made 20 appearances for the national team, has died at 32. The Lithuanian Football Association released a statement on his passing, saying he "unexpectedly died." The cause of death was not made known. He played with several clubs over the course of his career, including FK Sūduva, RNK Split, Chojniczanka Chojnice, Dundalk, Waterford, Oratory Youths, and KPV Kokkola. Condolences poured in from the football community.
Fox News: Pro poker player faces cheating allegations, subject of heated moment at tournament
Professional poker player Dan Smith accuses Martin Kabrhel of cheating at the World Series of Poker $250,000 Super High Roller Bowl. Smith called for Kabrhel to be banned from the game, pointing to Kabrhel's past history of marking cards to try to cheat and making the game experience unpleasant for other players. Other players joined in on the accusations, but Kabrhel denies the allegations, calling them "pure lies." The organizers of the tournament are currently investigating the matter.
Fox News: World Series champ George Frazier dead at 68
Former MLB pitcher and World Series winner George Frazier has died at the age of 68. Frazier played for numerous teams from 1978-1987 and later worked as a broadcaster for the Colorado Rockies. He was described as "synonymous with Rockies baseball" by the team in a statement on Twitter.
The Epoch Times: Vegas-Florida Stanley Cup Final Shows the Value of Street Hockey in Many US Markets
The NHL has introduced a street hockey programme as part of its drive to make the game more accessible. Barriers to participation include cost, time commitments, competitive nature of youth sports, and a perception that hockey is not for them. Andrew Ference, a former NHL player, said that, despite the success of NHL teams in southern US states, more could be done to overcome barriers to the sport in such locations. The league is working to break down such barriers and enlist children who may become casual fans of hockey. The NHL is endeavouring to emphasise the creativity and culture of hockey, to make it enjoyable, and to remove the pressure of competition.
Fox News: Pirates top prospect Henry Davis ready to make impact after racing through minor leagues
Henry Davis makes his major-league debut with the Pittsburgh Pirates as a right fielder, despite the team's commitment to making him an everyday catcher. The 23-year-old responded with a double in his first at-bat in an 8-0 loss to the Chicago Cubs. Davis had been promoted to Triple-A Indianapolis on June 4 and was moved to the outfield to get his bat in the lineup, hitting .286 with three doubles, a home run, and three RBIs in 10 games. Pirates manager Derek Shelton said Davis will catch in games at the major-league level at some point, while veterans Jason Delay and Austin Hedges will act as mentors.
#outdoors
Flag And Cross: Submersibles Expert Thinks He Knows What Happened to Missing Vessel: 'Deeply Worrisome'
Five tourists are missing after their submersible, the Titan, disappeared while exploring the wreck of Titanic. Steve Somlyody, a submersible industry expert, believes that the lack of communication or movement suggests that something went wrong and the lack of indication is deeply worrisome. The Titan was built to rise to the surface, but would have been detected by sonobuoys; pressure is the worst enemy at the depth where the Titanic lies. There are only two USA vessels that can go this deep and deploying them would take time. The voyage cost $250,000 per passenger.
Field & Stream: When Do Bass Spawn?
Bass spawning depends on water temperature, moon phase, time of year and water depth. Black bass spawn in shallow water when the temp ranges between 55 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit. They spawn all year round, with the depth and location depending on the geographical location. Largemouth bass will be the first to spawn, followed by spotted bass, then smallmouth bass. Specific baits and rigs need to be used to catch spawning fish effectively.
All Outdoor: Beginner's Guide on How to Pick The Right Fly Fishing Reel
Picking the right fly fishing reel depends on two factors: drag type and arbor size. The drag system, either disc brakes or click-and-pawl, provides resistance to the spool preventing line from being pulled out after catching a fish. Disc systems are more precise, while click-and-pawl are more durable. Arbor size, larger reels are better, provide faster line retrieval and more consistent drag and adjustment. Fly reel retrieval mechanisms can be complex, but a 1:1 crank reel is the best option. Stick with aluminum or coated steel for reel material and match reel to intended rod and line weight.
Flag And Cross: Planetary Duo To Glow Next To Moon On Shortest Night Of The Year
The U.S. will experience the shortest nights of the year in the coming week, but stargazers can still witness a celestial event as Venus and Mars appear alongside the crescent moon in the western sky an hour after sunset on June 20th. The phenomenon called Earthshine can also be seen during this time, with the Earth's sunlight reflecting off the moon. However, wildfire smoke from Canada is reducing air quality and the visibility of stars and constellations, with an uptick in humidity only adding to the haziness of the sky. This may potentially block out astronomy events like the Perseid meteor shower on the night of August 12th.
#technology
Fox News: Shock: Electric Cadillac Escalade revealed in first images ahead of August debut
Cadillac is set to release the electric Escalade IQ on August 9 at an event in New York City. The SUV is built on the Ultium electric vehicle platform and will share design elements with the popular Cadillac Lyriq. The Escalade IQ is expected to go on sale as a 2025 model and no hints about pricing have been revealed.
The New American: Google, ZTE, and Huawei Face off With Legislators at EU Commission - The New American
The European Commission has declared that it will no longer use services from Chinese telecommunications companies Huawei and ZTE due to concerns about the risks they pose to the EU's security. The Commission's second report on the adoption of the EU Toolbox revealed that 24 member states have adopted or are preparing legislative measures to assess suppliers and issue restrictions. Google may also face an EU break-up order over anti-competitive practices, with EU regulators threatening the company with their strictest penalty yet. The EU has accused Google of abusing its dominance since 2014 by favouring its own ad exchange and ad buying tools, and may require Google to divest its advertising business.
#other
Flag And Cross: Severe Overnight Storm In Northwest Florida Claims One Life
A severe storm hit Florida, causing heavy damage and claiming one life. The area experienced over 9 inches of rainfall, surpassing the old daily record set in 1985. The storm produced both flooding and lightning strikes, with power outages affecting over 20,000 customers in the state.
Daily Wire: Morgan Wallen’s 2-Year-Old Son Taken To ER After Dog Bites His Face
Country singer Morgan Wallen's two-year-old son was attacked by a dog and rushed to the hospital for stitches. Wallen's ex-girlfriend and mother to the child, KT Smith, adopted the dog, a Great Pyrenees breed named Legend, in April 2022 and shared on social media that she did not plan to euthanize the animal. Smith said she no longer planned to keep Legend in her home, but was looking for another family without small children to take him in.