After her son’s tragic death in the terrorist attack at Kabul airport, a Gold Star mother who had an encounter with President Joe Biden on Memorial Day shared her profound experience. Army Staff Sgt. Ryan Christian Knauss lost his life in the bombing on August 26, 2021, a tragic event that claimed the lives of 13 American soldiers. Paula Knauss Selph, both his mother and the executive director of the Respect and Remember Foundation, had the opportunity to meet President Biden during an event for Gold Star families held in the Oval Office on Memorial Day 2022 in Washington, D.C.…
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Amid the process of resolving a legal dispute, the city of Portland in Oregon has embarked on a distinct agreement aimed at providing financial restitution to Jo Ann Hardesty, a former City Commissioner. This intricate legal scenario centers on allegations involving the city, the police union, a former union president, and a police officer, all accused of disseminating concocted information that unjustly connected Hardesty to a hit-and-run incident. Revisiting March 2021, Jo Ann Hardesty, a vocal advocate for police defunding, experienced a fleeting connection to a collision. An erroneous 911 call erroneously implicated her as the driver behind a rear-end…
Former President Donald Trump has declared his intention to turn himself in at the Fulton County jail on Thursday, where he will be posting a bond of $200,000. This decision comes in response to charges accusing him of illegally attempting to overturn the results of Georgia’s 2020 election. Trump’s agreement to surrender was reached during negotiations with the office of Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis. The former president himself confirmed this development on his newly established social media platform, Truth Social, expressing a mix of incredulity and frustration. Trump conveyed that he would be traveling to Atlanta, Georgia, to…
A teenager from Ohio has been sentenced to 15 years to life in prison following a scathing indictment by a prosecutor who criticized her “staggering lack of remorse.” The girl, Mackenzie Shirilla, aged 19, deliberately rammed her car into a brick wall, resulting in the deaths of her boyfriend, Dominic Russo (20), and his friend, Davion Flanagan (19). In a shocking twist, while recuperating in a hospital bed after the tragic wreck on July 31, 2022, Shirilla allegedly pursued a modeling opportunity from a Los Angeles agency. Prosecutor Michael O’Malley revealed that her actions subsequent to leaving the hospital were…
The Attorney General of Alabama is calling for an investigation into President Biden’s reversal of the decision to establish the Space Command headquarters in Huntsville. In a letter directed to Elizabeth Field, Director of Defense Capabilities and Management at the Government Accountability Office (GAO), and Randolph Stone, Assistant Inspector General at the Department of Defense (DOD), Alabama’s Attorney General Steve Marshall has raised concerns about the abrupt change in placing the Space Command headquarters in Colorado. Marshall outlined the sequence of events, noting that after an extensive two-year evaluation process, Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama, was chosen on January 13,…
When President Biden arrived in the picturesque Hawaiian hamlet of Lahaina, he was confronted with a chorus of opposition. The air was filled with middle fingers raised, protest slogans, and signs that read “no comment.” This visit followed the President’s repeated refusal to recognize the tragic wildfire disaster that claimed the lives of at least 114 people. Several dozens of local residents expressed their displeasure as Vice President Biden’s motorcade left Kapalua Airport en route to the most severely impacted areas of historic Lahaina. The refrain of “Go home, Joe!” reverberated as the President’s procession continued, mere moments before he…
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell’s recent warning about the potential shortage of the agency’s disaster relief fund by mid-September underscores the urgency of addressing the pressing challenges posed by ongoing natural disasters. Criswell’s caution comes at a time when multiple regions across the United States are grappling with the aftermath of catastrophic events, highlighting the need for preparedness, adequate funding, and a comprehensive response strategy. Criswell’s concerns gain significance against the backdrop of the recent devastating wildfires that ravaged the Hawaiian island of Maui and the looming threat of a rare tropical storm in southern California. These events serve as poignant…
The Department of Justice (DOJ) appeared poised to spare Hunter Biden from facing charges, but a twist emerged when two courageous whistleblowers stepped into the spotlight, unveiling perceived political meddling in the investigation. This revelation contradicted Attorney General Merrick Garland’s assertions that U.S. Attorney for Delaware David Weiss held complete authority in the matter. A meticulously detailed report by The New York Times offered a glimpse into the complex landscape of Hunter Biden’s legal predicament, illuminating the interactions between his legal representatives and high-ranking officials within the DOJ. The whistleblowers played an unexpected and pivotal role in halting what they…
Minnesota’s Democratic Governor, Tim Walz, has attributed the lack of support for President Joe Biden’s re-election bid to the impact of former President Donald Trump and the Republican Party on the political system. During an interview on NBC News’s “Meet The Press,” Walz dismissed the notion that Biden’s age or record were the primary factors behind his low support, instead pointing to a perceived erosion of trust in institutions caused by political attacks. Walz asserted that the political landscape has been “poisoned” by Trump and the Republican Party, leading to a lack of trust in institutions, Congress, and politicians in…
Entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy has criticized Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida for his recent comments about those who blindly follow former President Donald Trump. Ramaswamy took to the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) to express his concerns, calling out what he sees as a danger within the movement. In his tweet, Ramaswamy stated, “The real danger to our movement is the rise of ‘listless-vessel’ robot politicians who blindly follow the commands of their Super PACs.” This statement directly addressed DeSantis’ recent remarks that a strong movement should be built on principles rather than being comprised of individuals who…
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) has raised speculation that Arizona might be the next state to indict former President Donald Trump in connection with his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. Speaking on Fox News Sunday, Greene expressed her belief that a grand conspiracy orchestrated by the Democratic Party is utilizing both federal and state justice systems to influence the 2024 election outcomes. Greene stated, “Well, I’m sure Arizona is next. This is a conspiracy, a grand conspiracy by the Democrat Party to use the justice system at the federal level, but also in the states, using these…
A disturbing incident unfolded in Zelzate, a Flemish region in Belgium, as a young boy faced humiliation and physical assault at the hands of a suspected “bullying gang” of youngsters, possibly of migrant origin. The incident was captured on video and quickly went viral on social media, shedding light on the harrowing ordeal. The video depicts six young individuals surrounding the boy, pressuring him to kneel and kiss their feet. Amid their demands, “Kiss, kiss,” the boy reluctantly complies under duress. However, his compliance does not shield him from further mistreatment. Following the forced act, the boy is subjected to…
In a recent weekend interview, Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA) discussed the evolving dynamics of a prospective presidential election in 2024, focusing on the role of former President Donald Trump. Cassidy’s position revealed a nuanced perspective: if Trump wins the Republican primary, Cassidy will vote for him in the general election. However, Cassidy did not hesitate to express his opinion that Trump should consider withdrawing from the campaign due to concerns about his chances against incumbent President Joe Biden. This narrative’s platform was CNN’s “State of the Union,” where Cassidy’s views arose in response to Trump’s controversial call for fellow Republican…
In a striking turn of events, the Biden administration has reportedly initiated the sale of millions of dollars’ worth of materials originally intended for the border wall. This move is perceived as a tactical race against Republicans who are actively working to pass legislation aimed at resuming the construction of the border wall. Captivating images have emerged of steel “square structural tubes,” once intended as vertical bollards for the border wall’s towering 30-foot panels, now listed for sale on GovPlanet—an online auction platform operated by the Canadian firm Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, specializing in military surplus. These 28-foot-tall hollow beams, denoted…
Ron DeSantis, a candidate for the presidency, recently engaged in an enthralling conversation that reveals the intricate dynamics within the Republican Party. He courageously entered the domain of undying loyalty to former President Donald Trump. This discourse is centered on DeSantis’s emphasis on ethical leadership and his call for conservative leaders to rise above being “listless vessels,” advocating instead for an unwavering commitment to principles and a laser-like focus on serving the American people. This conversation took flight during an interview conducted by Will Witt, editor-in-chief of the Florida Standard. Witt’s question about Trump’s alleged labeling of DeSantis as a…
