April 28, 2024:
Trump and DeSantis meet in Miami for first conversation since Florida governor dropped out of GOP primary Former President Donald Trump and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis met for several hours in Miami on Sunday, according to a source close to Trump. The meeting — their first conversation since DeSantis dropped out of the GOP primary in January — was arranged through Steve Witkoff, Trump’s longtime friend and luxury real estate developer, at the request of DeSantis, according to the source. It was first reported by The Washington Post. Witkoff is hosting a fundraiser in Miami for Trump next Sunday, according to a copy of the invite obtained by CNN. (CNN 4/28/24) READ MORE>>>>> Biden reiterated ‘clear position’ on Rafah invasion in phone call with Netanyahu Sunday President Joe Biden in a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday reiterated his “clear position” on a potential Israeli invasion of Rafah and discussed the need for humanitarian aid in Gaza, according to the White House. “The President and the Prime Minister also discussed increases in the delivery of humanitarian assistance into Gaza including through preparations to open new northern crossings starting this week,” according to a White House readout. The White House added, “The President stressed the need for this progress to be sustained and enhanced in full coordination with humanitarian organizations. The leaders discussed Rafah and the President reiterated his clear position.” (CNN 4/28/24) READ MORE>>>>> MISSISSIPPI April 26, 2024:
April 26, 2024:
Ron Reynolds: Why MAGA policies are detrimental to Black communities As a representative deeply invested in the well-being of my constituents, I feel compelled to shed light on the harmful impact of the MAGA agenda. While its proponents claim to champion America’s greatness, the reality is far from uplifting, especially for Black Americans. Let’s be clear: Make America Great Again (MAGA) is not a call for progress; it’s a thinly veiled attempt to turn back the clock on the hard-fought gains of marginalized communities, including Black Americans. From voting rights to healthcare to economic opportunity, the policies espoused under the guise of MAGA pose a direct threat to the advancements we’ve made in the pursuit of equality and justice. Take voting rights, for example. MAGA proponents peddle baseless claims of widespread voter fraud to justify voter suppression tactics that disproportionately target Black voters. The purpose of restrictive voter ID laws, purging voter rolls, and limiting early voting hours is to silence marginalized communities and maintain the status quo of power and privilege. (New Pittsburgh Courier 4/26/24) READ MORE>>>>> April 25, 2023:
Quitters in Office: Betraying Voters One Resignation at a Time So far, six GOP members of the current Congress have called it quits before the end of their terms. This leaves their districts unrepresented and the national balance of power teetering on the edge. We should be beyond concerned for our republic. Each vacancy not only leaves voters without an advocate at the federal level but also nudges the House closer to a Democratic takeover. (Newsmax 4/25/24) READ MORE>>>>> Senators Seek Answers on Migrants, Delivery Services A trio of Republican senators are demanding answers about reports that potentially dangerous immigrants are allegedly infiltrating Uber Eats, DoorDash, and GrubHub food delivery services and obtaining Americans' personal information, including home addresses. Sens. Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee, Mike Braun of Indiana, and Ted Budd of North Carolina on Thursday sent letters to the companies' chief executive officers, stating that President Joe Biden's open border policies have allowed "millions of illegal immigrants" to flood across the southern border and to be allowed to remain in the nation's cities. (Newsmax 4/25/24) READ MORE>>>>>
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DRIVEL"It's really unimaginable… It's going to take unprecedented efforts on so many levels to scale back all the damage that the Biden administration has done to this country." --Alabama candidate Caroleene Dobson to 1819 News Podcast 3.7.24 DRIVEL“It really is sad what’s happening to the media,” Cruz said when asked how he could reconcile the payments with his claims he isn’t compensated for the podcast. “The media exists right now seemingly to parrot left-wing Democrat attacks.” --Ted Cruz to ABC13 Shannon Ryan 3.3.24 DRIVEL“It’s my favorite book,” Trump said. “I’m proud to endorse and encourage you to get this Bible. We must make America pray again.” “Religion and Christianity are the biggest things missing from this country. And I truly believe that we need to bring them back and have to bring them back fast,” Trump said. “I think it’s one of the biggest problems we have. That’s why our country is going haywire. We’ve lost religion in our country.” --Donald Trump video posted to Truth Social 3.26.24 |
April 24, 2023:
Summer Lee dominates Bhavini Patel, wins Primary Election
In the words of former Pittsburgh Pirates broadcaster Lanny Frattare, “There was noooo doubt about it.”
U.S. Rep. Summer Lee, 36, took the swings from Democratic challenger Bhavini Patel and the countless people who think the Congresswoman is too progressive, but in the end, those people struck out, and Congresswoman Lee hit another home run. The Associated Press called the highly-watched congressional race for the state’s 12th District just before 9:30 p.m. on April 23, only 90 minutes after the polls in Pennsylvania closed. Congresswoman Lee was up to 59 percent of the vote in her favor when the AP made the call, ending any speculation as to if Patel, the 30-year-old Edgewood Borough Councilwoman, would upset Rep. Lee and take the Democratic nomination. (Pittsburgh Courier 4/24/24) READ MORE>>>>>
In the words of former Pittsburgh Pirates broadcaster Lanny Frattare, “There was noooo doubt about it.”
U.S. Rep. Summer Lee, 36, took the swings from Democratic challenger Bhavini Patel and the countless people who think the Congresswoman is too progressive, but in the end, those people struck out, and Congresswoman Lee hit another home run. The Associated Press called the highly-watched congressional race for the state’s 12th District just before 9:30 p.m. on April 23, only 90 minutes after the polls in Pennsylvania closed. Congresswoman Lee was up to 59 percent of the vote in her favor when the AP made the call, ending any speculation as to if Patel, the 30-year-old Edgewood Borough Councilwoman, would upset Rep. Lee and take the Democratic nomination. (Pittsburgh Courier 4/24/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Freedom Caucus Blasts Barrasso For Supporting Warrantless Surveillance Bill
President Joe Biden signed the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) over the weekend, which extends warrantless government spy powers for another two years. U.S. Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyoming, supported the legislation, a position that's drawn outrage from the Wyoming Freedom Caucus. “We are repulsed by Sen. Barrasso’s decision to side with the same FBI that conducts armed pre-dawn raids on peaceful pro-life demonstrators and with the same DOJ (Department of Justice) that has labeled concerned parents 'domestic terrorists,'" the Freedom Caucus said in a statement. (Cowboy State Daily 4/24/24) READ MORE>>>>>
President Joe Biden signed the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) over the weekend, which extends warrantless government spy powers for another two years. U.S. Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyoming, supported the legislation, a position that's drawn outrage from the Wyoming Freedom Caucus. “We are repulsed by Sen. Barrasso’s decision to side with the same FBI that conducts armed pre-dawn raids on peaceful pro-life demonstrators and with the same DOJ (Department of Justice) that has labeled concerned parents 'domestic terrorists,'" the Freedom Caucus said in a statement. (Cowboy State Daily 4/24/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Z-NOTE: April 23, 2024:
DONALD TRUMP GOES TO COURT
Donald Trump was in court again today. He seems clueless as to why he is there, but probably not more than his Maga fan club.. who have been told by Maga spokes people, like Lara Trump, that he is being charged for a clerical error. He is charged for a hush money scheme to hide things he was involved in so he could win the 2016 presidency.
Today he expressed concern as to why his supporters weren't there to protest. He said it was because the police presence was keeping people out. My theory:
6 Reasons they may not be there:
1) Their moms said they needed to stay home and clean up their basement bedroom
2) They might get arrested for previous crimes and misdemeanors.
3) They don't know where Gags come from and are afraid one might show up and give them orders.
4) They left all their Confederate Flags at back in Texas
5) They're visiting Nice Young Callgirls cuz they didn't know NYC stands for New York City.
6) Marjorie Taylor Greene told them Putin would send them a bus.
Today he expressed concern as to why his supporters weren't there to protest. He said it was because the police presence was keeping people out. My theory:
6 Reasons they may not be there:
1) Their moms said they needed to stay home and clean up their basement bedroom
2) They might get arrested for previous crimes and misdemeanors.
3) They don't know where Gags come from and are afraid one might show up and give them orders.
4) They left all their Confederate Flags at back in Texas
5) They're visiting Nice Young Callgirls cuz they didn't know NYC stands for New York City.
6) Marjorie Taylor Greene told them Putin would send them a bus.
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April is Grilled Cheese Month? I better start thinking up some
tough questions then. -Zorek Richards
tough questions then. -Zorek Richards
Russian State TV Gushes Over Marjorie Taylor Greene: 'A Beauty'
A top Kremlin propagandist gushed over Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene on state TV, calling her a "beauty." Margarita Simonyan, editor-in-chief of the Russian state-controlled media organization RT, made the remarks while speaking on TV channel Russia-1 alongside host Vladimir Solovyov, one of the most prominent figures in Kremlin-backed media. The Daily Beast's Julia Davis shared an excerpt of the broadcast on X, formerly Twitter, on Sunday. Newsweek
reached out to Russia's Foreign Ministry for comment via email.
(Newsweek 4/22/24) READ MORE>>>>>
A top Kremlin propagandist gushed over Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene on state TV, calling her a "beauty." Margarita Simonyan, editor-in-chief of the Russian state-controlled media organization RT, made the remarks while speaking on TV channel Russia-1 alongside host Vladimir Solovyov, one of the most prominent figures in Kremlin-backed media. The Daily Beast's Julia Davis shared an excerpt of the broadcast on X, formerly Twitter, on Sunday. Newsweek
reached out to Russia's Foreign Ministry for comment via email.
(Newsweek 4/22/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Who will RFK hurt more, Trump or Biden? New startling poll might have the answer
The big question continues to loom over the 2024 race: Will Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s run pull more votes from Joe Biden or Donald Trump? Pundits and polls have swung back and forth on the matter. But increasingly, recent polling has shown Kenndey could do more damage to Trump and that the former president and Kennedy attract the same voters. The latest was in a Marist poll that showed Biden beating Trump 43%-38% in a multi-candidate field that includes Kennedy. That’s five percentage points ahead of Trump, compared to the 2 percentage point advantage he had over Trump in an earlier survey. (NJ.com 4/22/24) READ MORE>>>>>
The big question continues to loom over the 2024 race: Will Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s run pull more votes from Joe Biden or Donald Trump? Pundits and polls have swung back and forth on the matter. But increasingly, recent polling has shown Kenndey could do more damage to Trump and that the former president and Kennedy attract the same voters. The latest was in a Marist poll that showed Biden beating Trump 43%-38% in a multi-candidate field that includes Kennedy. That’s five percentage points ahead of Trump, compared to the 2 percentage point advantage he had over Trump in an earlier survey. (NJ.com 4/22/24) READ MORE>>>>>
NY Post rubs Ukraine aid in ‘Moscow’ Marjorie’s face with mocking front page
No. It didn’t work. That was the front-page message from the NY Post for Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and other Republicans who opposed the latest round of aid for Ukraine to defend itself against Russia. And to drive the point further, the Post tossed in a little Russian: “Nyet, Moscow Marjorie” the headline reads. The House has approved $61 billion in foreign aid for Ukraine as Democrats and Republicans banded together after months of hard-right resistance over renewed American support for repelling Russia’s invasion. Greene helped lead the charge and was dubbed “Moscow Marjorie” by former Republican Rep. Ken Buck. (NJ.com 4/22/24) READ MORE>>>>> |
April 18, 2023:
How Many Times Does Trump Get To Violate His Gag Order Before Judge Merchan Jails Him?
It’s the fourth day since the beginning of Donald Trump’s first criminal trial of many, his third day back in court. And he really really really really really seems to want Judge Juan Merchan to put him in jail for violating gag orders. He’s clearly testing the judge, and if ever there was a fuck around and find out moment, this oughta be it. In any sane world, Trump should spend at least the next 30 days in lockup for this:
It’s the fourth day since the beginning of Donald Trump’s first criminal trial of many, his third day back in court. And he really really really really really seems to want Judge Juan Merchan to put him in jail for violating gag orders. He’s clearly testing the judge, and if ever there was a fuck around and find out moment, this oughta be it. In any sane world, Trump should spend at least the next 30 days in lockup for this:
(Wonkette 4/18/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Marjorie Taylor Greene Crop-Dusted Ukraine And Israel Funding Bills Last Night, Ain't She A Hoot!
Yesterday, Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson finally put up some bills to send funding to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. Also BORDURRRRRRR! This was widely understood as Johnson’s move to shiv Marjorie Taylor Greene, who has been threatening to end his speakership over Ukraine funding, and who recently has found a Deliverance extra from Kentucky — no not James Comer, we mean Thomas Massie — to cosponsor her Motion to Vacate the speaker’s chair. Once introduced, the bills were opened for amendments, and oh boy, Greene started doing her bucktoothed armpit farts all over them, bouncing to and fro, an amendment here, an amendment there! She is such a totally real and legitimate member of Congress.
First of all, Greene doesn’t want to send aid to Israel, so she thought it would be funny to do an amendment to that bill asking those Jewish people over there to send her some of their space lasers she could use on BORDURRRRRRR.
(Wonkette 4/18/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Yesterday, Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson finally put up some bills to send funding to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. Also BORDURRRRRRR! This was widely understood as Johnson’s move to shiv Marjorie Taylor Greene, who has been threatening to end his speakership over Ukraine funding, and who recently has found a Deliverance extra from Kentucky — no not James Comer, we mean Thomas Massie — to cosponsor her Motion to Vacate the speaker’s chair. Once introduced, the bills were opened for amendments, and oh boy, Greene started doing her bucktoothed armpit farts all over them, bouncing to and fro, an amendment here, an amendment there! She is such a totally real and legitimate member of Congress.
First of all, Greene doesn’t want to send aid to Israel, so she thought it would be funny to do an amendment to that bill asking those Jewish people over there to send her some of their space lasers she could use on BORDURRRRRRR.
(Wonkette 4/18/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Marjorie Taylor Greene Says Mike Johnson Has Turned Into A 'Mini Tyrant': 'We Need A New Speaker'
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) has criticized House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) for his alleged autocratic behavior and backroom dealings with Democrats. The tweet was posted on Tuesday. What Happened: Greene, in her tweet, accused Mike Johnson of becoming a “mini tyrant.” She alleged that he was using underhanded tactics with Democrats to alter the rules of Congress, thereby maintaining his power and pushing through the agendas of President Joe Biden and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.).
(Benzinga 4/18/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) has criticized House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) for his alleged autocratic behavior and backroom dealings with Democrats. The tweet was posted on Tuesday. What Happened: Greene, in her tweet, accused Mike Johnson of becoming a “mini tyrant.” She alleged that he was using underhanded tactics with Democrats to alter the rules of Congress, thereby maintaining his power and pushing through the agendas of President Joe Biden and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.).
(Benzinga 4/18/24) READ MORE>>>>>
"It reduces or eliminates litigation, and it creates a more fair process, not one where people bid against each other and only then the big companies can be a part of it," Beshear said. "But one that provides at least a chance for everyone who can meet the criteria." |
Kentucky Gov Beshear Announces Lottery To Award Medical Marijuana Licenses:
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear (D) unveiled plans on Thursday to utilize a lottery system for granting initial licenses to businesses vying for entry into the state’s medical marijuana industry. Speaking at a press conference, Beshear called the lottery approach a fair way to give all qualifying applicants an equal opportunity to receive a license for the program, which is expected to launch in January 2025. Set for this coming October, the lottery should remove any temptation to lobby to "get a leg up in different ways that we don't want to see," Beshear said at his weekly press conference, reported ABC News. (Benzinga 4/18/24) READ MORE>>>>> |
Chris Hayes Trolls Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Call for ‘Jewish Space Lasers at the Border: ‘This Is the Republican Caucus’
The MSNBC host adds that “MTG 2.0” has apparently shed her attempt at governing as a “more sophisticated lawmaker”. Chris Hayes took Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene to task Thursday night while he discussed her recent amendments to aid packages for Ukraine and Israel that are making their way through the House. After he shared Taylor’s call for “Jewish space lasers” at the US-Mexico border, he threw his hands in the air and said, “Yeah, I don’t know, but that’s right: she is back to the Jewish space lasers. This is the Republican caucus, ladies and gentleman.”
(The Wrap 4/18/24) READ MORE>>>>>
The MSNBC host adds that “MTG 2.0” has apparently shed her attempt at governing as a “more sophisticated lawmaker”. Chris Hayes took Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene to task Thursday night while he discussed her recent amendments to aid packages for Ukraine and Israel that are making their way through the House. After he shared Taylor’s call for “Jewish space lasers” at the US-Mexico border, he threw his hands in the air and said, “Yeah, I don’t know, but that’s right: she is back to the Jewish space lasers. This is the Republican caucus, ladies and gentleman.”
(The Wrap 4/18/24) READ MORE>>>>>
April 17, 2023:
Poland’s president may meet Donald Trump ‘socially’ in New York
Andrzej Duda, Poland’s conservative president, is expected to meet Donald Trump in New York on Wednesday evening, as some European politicians begin preparing for Trump’s possible return to the White House. Many mainstream European leaders fear the potential impact of a US that is less engaged on the continent, and less committed to the future of Ukraine. The potential meeting comes after the far-right Hungarian prime minister, Viktor Orbán, visited Trump in March.
(The Guardian 4/17/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Andrzej Duda, Poland’s conservative president, is expected to meet Donald Trump in New York on Wednesday evening, as some European politicians begin preparing for Trump’s possible return to the White House. Many mainstream European leaders fear the potential impact of a US that is less engaged on the continent, and less committed to the future of Ukraine. The potential meeting comes after the far-right Hungarian prime minister, Viktor Orbán, visited Trump in March.
(The Guardian 4/17/24) READ MORE>>>>>
April 11, 2023:
Tennessee lawmakers send bill to ban first-cousin marriages to governor
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Republican-led Tennessee Legislature has overwhelmingly voted to send GOP Gov. Bill Lee a proposal that would ban marriage between first cousins. The House cast a 75-2 vote Thursday on the bill after the Senate previously approved it without any opposition. But a particularly vocal opponent, Republican Rep. Gino Bulso, took up most of the debate time, as he argued for an amendment to allow first-cousin marriages if the couple first seeks counseling from a genetic counselor.
(Journal Courier 4/11/24) READ MORE>>>>>
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Republican-led Tennessee Legislature has overwhelmingly voted to send GOP Gov. Bill Lee a proposal that would ban marriage between first cousins. The House cast a 75-2 vote Thursday on the bill after the Senate previously approved it without any opposition. But a particularly vocal opponent, Republican Rep. Gino Bulso, took up most of the debate time, as he argued for an amendment to allow first-cousin marriages if the couple first seeks counseling from a genetic counselor.
(Journal Courier 4/11/24) READ MORE>>>>>
April 10, 2023:
Day One of Arkansas fiscal session sees focus on budget increase for education, voucher programs
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – It’s officially day one of the fiscal session in Arkansas and up for consideration by state lawmakers is a $6.3 billion budget. The budget, proposed by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, is a 1.76% increase over the previous budget and below the typical 3% increase of recent years. About $100 million of the increase is related to an education overhaul that Sanders signed last year that included a raise in minimum pay for teachers. More than $65 million of the increase will go toward a school voucher program that is being phased in through the new law. (KARK 4/10/24) READ MORE>>>>>
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – It’s officially day one of the fiscal session in Arkansas and up for consideration by state lawmakers is a $6.3 billion budget. The budget, proposed by Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, is a 1.76% increase over the previous budget and below the typical 3% increase of recent years. About $100 million of the increase is related to an education overhaul that Sanders signed last year that included a raise in minimum pay for teachers. More than $65 million of the increase will go toward a school voucher program that is being phased in through the new law. (KARK 4/10/24) READ MORE>>>>>
April 9, 2023:
U.S. Senate candidate Eric Hovde suggests most seniors shouldn't vote
MADISON, Wis. (CBS 58) -- Republican U.S. Senate candidate Eric Hovde questioned whether most nursing home residents should be able to vote because they only have "five, six months life expectancy." Hovde, who’s backed by former President Donald Trump, is the latest Republican to raise concerns about voting in nursing homes during the 2020 election after the bipartisan elections commission voted to ban special voting deputies from entering those facilities because of Covid.
During a recent interview on Fox News podcast, Hovde claimed it was suspicious that Racine County nursing homes recorded every resident voting.
(CBS58 4/9/24) READ MORE>>>>>
MADISON, Wis. (CBS 58) -- Republican U.S. Senate candidate Eric Hovde questioned whether most nursing home residents should be able to vote because they only have "five, six months life expectancy." Hovde, who’s backed by former President Donald Trump, is the latest Republican to raise concerns about voting in nursing homes during the 2020 election after the bipartisan elections commission voted to ban special voting deputies from entering those facilities because of Covid.
During a recent interview on Fox News podcast, Hovde claimed it was suspicious that Racine County nursing homes recorded every resident voting.
(CBS58 4/9/24) READ MORE>>>>>
"So we're winning this," she told Steve Bannon on his show "War Room". "We're winning the information war, Steve, because we're telling the truth and fighting the right fights and fighting for our country and what our people care about is winning the war against all of these people." |
'They make fun of me’: Marjorie Taylor Greene gripes while defending eclipse beliefs
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) took the airwaves Tuesday to complain she'd been unjustly mocked for claiming God punished the east coast with an earthquake and sent a warning with a solar eclipse. "They most recently mocked my faith and made fun of me saying that 'God is sending us a sign to repent!'" Greene said on the conservative platform Real America's Voice. "I really don't care what they make fun of me about." Greene was responding to criticism she received after claiming a magnitude 4.8 earthquake that rattled east coast cities from Philadelphia to Boston and Monday's eclipse were signals of God “sending America strong signs to tell us to repent.” (Raw Story 4/9/24) READ MORE>>>>> |
Marjorie Taylor Green Pushes To Kick Out Speaker Mike Johnson: What Do Voters Think?
Greene has become upset with Johnson over his support for Ukraine funding, which has led to name-calling and labeling her Republican counterpart as a Democrat and someone who doesn't support Republican values. While Greene doesn't support Johnson and wants him gone, Republican voters don't appear to feel the same way.
A recent Morning Consult poll of registered Republican voters showed Johnson with higher favorable ratings than unfavorable ratings.
(Bezinga 4/9/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Greene has become upset with Johnson over his support for Ukraine funding, which has led to name-calling and labeling her Republican counterpart as a Democrat and someone who doesn't support Republican values. While Greene doesn't support Johnson and wants him gone, Republican voters don't appear to feel the same way.
A recent Morning Consult poll of registered Republican voters showed Johnson with higher favorable ratings than unfavorable ratings.
(Bezinga 4/9/24) READ MORE>>>>>
April 8, 2023:
Donald Trump's Former Lawyer Backs Jack Smith in Supreme Court Fight
Ty Cobb, Donald Trump's former White House lawyer, was among a group of 13 former prosecutors, constitutional lawyers and elected and government officials to sign a Supreme Court brief supporting Special Counsel Jack Smith against Trump on the argument of presidential immunity. Cobb served as Trump's special counsel for two years. He was joined in signing the brief by Patrick J. Fitzgerald, who served as U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois in the George W. Bush and Barack Obama administrations, along with Bill Kristol, who served as Chief of Staff under Vice President Dan Quayle.
(Newsweek 4/8/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Ty Cobb, Donald Trump's former White House lawyer, was among a group of 13 former prosecutors, constitutional lawyers and elected and government officials to sign a Supreme Court brief supporting Special Counsel Jack Smith against Trump on the argument of presidential immunity. Cobb served as Trump's special counsel for two years. He was joined in signing the brief by Patrick J. Fitzgerald, who served as U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois in the George W. Bush and Barack Obama administrations, along with Bill Kristol, who served as Chief of Staff under Vice President Dan Quayle.
(Newsweek 4/8/24) READ MORE>>>>>
April 7, 2023:
Trump's RNC Chair Includes Ukraine in List of US Adversaries
Michael Whatley, Donald Trump's hand-picked Republican National Committee (RNC) chair, lumped in Ukraine with China and Iran when listing the United States' "aggressive" adversaries on Fox News' Sunday Morning Futures.
"Joe Biden's feckless leadership has shown China, has shown Ukraine, has shown Iran, that they can feel free to be much more aggressive on the world front to the point where even they will try and meddle with our elections here," Whatley told host Maria Bartiromo on Sunday.
(Newsweek 4/7/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Michael Whatley, Donald Trump's hand-picked Republican National Committee (RNC) chair, lumped in Ukraine with China and Iran when listing the United States' "aggressive" adversaries on Fox News' Sunday Morning Futures.
"Joe Biden's feckless leadership has shown China, has shown Ukraine, has shown Iran, that they can feel free to be much more aggressive on the world front to the point where even they will try and meddle with our elections here," Whatley told host Maria Bartiromo on Sunday.
(Newsweek 4/7/24) READ MORE>>>>>
GOP Rep. Mike Turner Agrees Russian Propaganda Has ‘Infected’ Republican Base
The Republican representative who chairs the House Intelligence Committee said it’s “absolutely true” that Russian propaganda has influenced some of the GOP’s own members of Congress. Appearing on CNN’s State of the Union Sunday morning, Rep. Mike Turner (R-OH) affirmed a fellow Republican colleague’s statement that pro-Russia and anti-Ukraine messaging had penetrated the party base in Congress. That colleague, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Mike McCaul (R-TX), criticized conservative news outlets when he said, “Russian propaganda has made its way into the United States, unfortunately, and it’s infected a good chunk of my party’s base.”
(Daily Beast 4/27/24) READ MORE>>>>>
The Republican representative who chairs the House Intelligence Committee said it’s “absolutely true” that Russian propaganda has influenced some of the GOP’s own members of Congress. Appearing on CNN’s State of the Union Sunday morning, Rep. Mike Turner (R-OH) affirmed a fellow Republican colleague’s statement that pro-Russia and anti-Ukraine messaging had penetrated the party base in Congress. That colleague, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Mike McCaul (R-TX), criticized conservative news outlets when he said, “Russian propaganda has made its way into the United States, unfortunately, and it’s infected a good chunk of my party’s base.”
(Daily Beast 4/27/24) READ MORE>>>>>
.@RepMikeTurner tells me it's "absolutely true" that Russian propaganda has "infected" a portion of the GOP base, calling out "anti-Ukraine and pro-Russia messages, some of which we even hear being uttered on the House floor." pic.twitter.com/CXhHhpUHmR
— Jake Tapper (@jaketapper) April 7, 2024
April 4, 2023:
Biden and Netanyahu speak for 1st time since Israeli airstrikes killed 7 aid workers
President Biden spoke by phone Thursday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the first conversation between the two leaders since Israeli airstrikes killed seven humanitarian aid workers in Gaza, and pressured Israel to implement a ceasefire agreement. The call comes at a time of growing U.S. disapproval of Israel’s handling of the war against Hamas fighters in Gaza that followed the militant group’s attack inside Israel on Oct. 7, which killed nearly 1,200 people. Israel’s military response has killed tens of thousands of civilians in Gaza. In a readout of the call, the White House said that Biden “emphasized that the strikes on humanitarian workers and the overall humanitarian situation are unacceptable.” (Raw Story 4/4/24) READ MORE>>>>>
President Biden spoke by phone Thursday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the first conversation between the two leaders since Israeli airstrikes killed seven humanitarian aid workers in Gaza, and pressured Israel to implement a ceasefire agreement. The call comes at a time of growing U.S. disapproval of Israel’s handling of the war against Hamas fighters in Gaza that followed the militant group’s attack inside Israel on Oct. 7, which killed nearly 1,200 people. Israel’s military response has killed tens of thousands of civilians in Gaza. In a readout of the call, the White House said that Biden “emphasized that the strikes on humanitarian workers and the overall humanitarian situation are unacceptable.” (Raw Story 4/4/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Ted Cruz Is Getting Nervous He’s Going to Lose His Senate Seat
The walls are closing in around Ted Cruz, and the Republican senator is lashing out. Cruz, who has served two terms as Texas junior senator, is facing a tough reelection challenge from former NFL player and current U.S. Rep. Colin Allred (D-Texas), who won Texas’ Democratic Senate primary in a landslide victory last month. On Wednesday, Cruz begged for donation on Fox News while complaining that Allred is out fundraising his 2018 challenger, former Texas Rep. Beto O’Rourke, by leaps and bounds. (Yahoo 4/4/24) READ MORE>>>>> |
“The Democrats are coming after me, they are gonna spend more than $100 million this year, George Soros is already spending millions of dollars in the state of Texas,” Cruz told Sean Hannity. “My opponent a liberal Democrat named Colin Allred, is out raising Beto O’Rourke, my last opponent, 3 to 1. They are flooding millions of dollars into Texas — and the reason is simple. You remember my last reelection, it was a 3-point race. I won by 2.6 percent.” |
Trump co-defendant attacks Fani Willis on race: 'Black women tried to control men by fear'
Harrison Floyd, a former director of Black Voices for Trump, blasted Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis for trying to "control men by fear" by charging him with a conspiracy to overturn the 2020 presidential election.
Floyd made the remarks during the Doug in Exile podcast on Thursday. The host asked Donald Trump's co-defendant how race came into play in the case.
"The thing that upsets the district attorney, I think, and just my opinion as a Black man, is, so, it's two different things," Floyd explained. "In the Black community, I think just from a history in the community, Black women tried to control men by fear." (Raw Story 4/4/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Harrison Floyd, a former director of Black Voices for Trump, blasted Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis for trying to "control men by fear" by charging him with a conspiracy to overturn the 2020 presidential election.
Floyd made the remarks during the Doug in Exile podcast on Thursday. The host asked Donald Trump's co-defendant how race came into play in the case.
"The thing that upsets the district attorney, I think, and just my opinion as a Black man, is, so, it's two different things," Floyd explained. "In the Black community, I think just from a history in the community, Black women tried to control men by fear." (Raw Story 4/4/24) READ MORE>>>>>
April 2, 2023:
Higgins announces $156M in GOMESA revenue for state
U.S. Congressman Clay Higgins, R-La., announced today that the U.S. Department of the Interior will award Louisiana $156,329,442.65 in Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act revenue-sharing funds. The funding, which is derived from offshore energy production, will be used to finance coastal restoration efforts in Louisiana. The state will administer $125,063,554.13, and the remainder of the funding is dedicated across 19 parishes. Six parishes in Louisiana’s 3rd District will receive $9,510,451.97.
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U.S. Congressman Clay Higgins, R-La., announced today that the U.S. Department of the Interior will award Louisiana $156,329,442.65 in Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act revenue-sharing funds. The funding, which is derived from offshore energy production, will be used to finance coastal restoration efforts in Louisiana. The state will administer $125,063,554.13, and the remainder of the funding is dedicated across 19 parishes. Six parishes in Louisiana’s 3rd District will receive $9,510,451.97.
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April 1, 2023:
Schumer slams Texas federal court for allowing ‘judge shopping’
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) on Monday slammed the chief judge of a Texas district court, accusing the judge of choosing to “ignore” recent guidance by the Judicial Conference to address a strategy called “judge shopping.” “The Northern District of Texas has decided to keep allowing the odious practice of judge shopping,” Schumer said Monday, aiming his complaints at Chief Judge David Godbey of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas. Schumer claimed such practices have been “abused by right-wing activists,” despite both right-leaning and left-leaning litigants engaging in the strategy, which can result in having a case placed before a preferred judge. (Washington Examiner 4/1/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) on Monday slammed the chief judge of a Texas district court, accusing the judge of choosing to “ignore” recent guidance by the Judicial Conference to address a strategy called “judge shopping.” “The Northern District of Texas has decided to keep allowing the odious practice of judge shopping,” Schumer said Monday, aiming his complaints at Chief Judge David Godbey of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas. Schumer claimed such practices have been “abused by right-wing activists,” despite both right-leaning and left-leaning litigants engaging in the strategy, which can result in having a case placed before a preferred judge. (Washington Examiner 4/1/24) READ MORE>>>>>
Donald Trump puts up $175m bond and avoids having his assets seized
Donald Trump has posted a $175m (£140m) bond in New York - preventing the state from seizing his assets. The former US president had been given 10 days to make the payment after his lawyers successfully asked for the bond to be reduced from $454m (£362m). (Sky News) READ MORE>>>>>
Donald Trump has posted a $175m (£140m) bond in New York - preventing the state from seizing his assets. The former US president had been given 10 days to make the payment after his lawyers successfully asked for the bond to be reduced from $454m (£362m). (Sky News) READ MORE>>>>>