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DHS claims that individuals who enter the U.S. under the program undergo "robust security vetting."
They were there, making us proud, and giving us a glimmer of hope that not all is lost in this increasingly crazy world.
After much chaos, bigoted acts and intimidation against Jewish students, and other performative nonsense, the time has come for the NYPD to restore order and peace to the university campus.
Today on Capitol Hill...
Wednesday's shaping up to be a busy day on Capitol Hill, with multiple hearings set — not least of which is the House Oversight and Accountability hearing titled “A Hearing with the President of EcoHealth Alliance, Dr. Peter Daszak.” On the off chance you're not familiar with that name, I assure you, we've written on him extensively here at RedState. That one's undoubtedly going to be worth the watch.
Other hearings set for Wednesday include:
White House What's Up
Another taking-it-easy day for President Joe Biden on Wednesday as he participates in a campaign reception in D.C.
Full Court Press...
No court for former President Donald Trump on Wednesday — it's the regular Wednesday break for the Manhattan trial. Oh...but it's not a break for Judge Juan Merchan. He'll be busy with the pre-trial proceeding for former Trump advisor Steve Bannon in the "We Build the Wall" case, in which Bannon is accused of defrauding donors.
Meanwhile, disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein is due in court (in the same courthouse) Wednesday afternoon for re-arraignment following the April 25 overturning of his 2020 rape conviction.
Holy cannoli, we made it to May. We're one-third of the way through 2024. One suspects the fun and hijinks have only just begun, though, as we roll toward summer sporting shades of '68. Mixed emotions on that, as that also happens to be the year of my birth. (Yes, I'm old.) We can hope for less mayhem, but I wouldn't bank on it.
Is Dad worried he'll be recognized?