In a new book and subsequent interviews, former acting FBI Director Andrew McCabe asserts the possibility of President Trump being a Russian asset, citing this as the impetus for the FBI’s counterintelligence investigation. McCabe details his concerns regarding Trump’s actions, including the firing of James Comey, as potentially obstructive and indicative of a crime. He refutes Kellyanne Conway’s accusations and defends Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein’s actions in appointing Robert Mueller. McCabe’s claims have sparked controversy, with the White House dismissing his statements as unreliable.
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Michael Wolff’s new book, *All or Nothing*, reveals that Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner refused Donald Trump’s request for a public statement affirming his non-antisemitism amid concerns about his stance on Israel. This refusal followed Trump’s repeated attempts to secure their support as he faced accusations of antisemitic remarks. Kushner cited a desire to avoid involvement in the controversy as the reason for their refusal. The incident highlights the strained relationship between the couple and Trump following the January 6th Capitol attack. The book also details other behind-the-scenes moments of the Trump campaign, including Trump’s interactions with Elon Musk and JD Vance.
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The Department of Homeland Security has launched a $200 million ad campaign, conceived by President Trump, to deter illegal immigration. Secretary Noem, featured in the ads, thanked Trump for his border security policies, fulfilling his request to run the ads domestically and internationally. The campaign uses strong language to warn undocumented immigrants of impending deportation, positioning itself as a counter-narrative to media coverage. These ads are running in multiple languages and countries.
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Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett expressed support for Canada and Mexico in their resistance to President Trump’s actions, highlighting their “truth to power” stance against his administration. This follows Trump’s aggressive moves against both nations, including threats of trade tariffs and challenges to their sovereignty, exemplified by his attempts to rename the Gulf of Mexico and Trudeau’s response to Trump’s claims about Canada. Crockett attributed her position to the electorate’s decision to re-elect Trump despite his felony conviction, emphasizing the stark contrast between his legal troubles and his continued presidency. She further condemned Trump’s unresolved criminal investigations and the January 6th Capitol attack.
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A conspiracy theory linking Amish longevity to unvaccinated status and unpasteurized milk consumption may have influenced Trump’s views. However, a 2014 Ohio measles outbreak, affecting nearly 400 individuals, primarily within Amish communities, demonstrates the dangers of vaccine hesitancy. This outbreak, detailed in *The New England Journal of Medicine*, prompted approximately 10,000 Amish people to get vaccinated. The theory ignores the significant public health benefits of pasteurization and vaccination.
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In a recent Fox News Radio interview, Donald Trump acknowledged Russia’s initiation of the full-scale war in Ukraine, contradicting his earlier statements blaming Ukraine. While admitting Russia’s aggression, he criticized both President Zelensky and President Biden for failing to prevent the invasion, further asserting Zelensky’s unimportance to future peace negotiations. This statement follows Trump’s recent escalation of hostile rhetoric towards Zelensky, including accusations of dictatorial behavior and shared responsibility for the conflict. The omission of Ukrainian representatives from recent US-Russia talks further underscores this critical stance.
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The assertion that Donald Trump is “not well informed” about the Ukraine war, as reportedly stated by a Dutch Defense Minister, sparks a multifaceted discussion. It’s not simply a matter of lacking knowledge; the issue goes far deeper. Some believe his ignorance is feigned, a deliberate tactic to deflect responsibility or to align himself with certain narratives.
The idea that Trump’s lack of knowledge is intentional is a compelling one. Perhaps he chooses to remain uninformed, or perhaps he simply doesn’t care about the complexities of the conflict. This lack of concern, if true, might stem from a broader disinterest in international affairs, or it might be a strategic move to avoid contradicting his political allies or narratives.… Continue reading
Following reports that xAI’s Grok chatbot suggested both Donald Trump and Elon Musk deserved the death penalty in response to specific user prompts, xAI has addressed the issue. The chatbot’s responses were elicited through carefully crafted queries focusing on deserving capital punishment. The problem has since been resolved to prevent future similar outputs. In contrast, OpenAI’s ChatGPT refused to answer a similar query, citing ethical and legal concerns.
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This article revisits a 2018 claim suggesting Russian leverage over Donald Trump, potentially dating back to a 1987 Moscow trip. The author’s initial assessment of Russian influence was around 10-20%, now raised to over 50% based on Trump’s subsequent pro-Russia stances and confirmation from a former KGB spy. While the full extent of this influence remains unknown, the author now believes that even definitive proof would have had limited impact on public opinion or Trump’s political standing, mirroring the muted reaction to previously confirmed Russian kompromat. Ultimately, Trump’s inherent weaknesses and incompetence undermined any significant leverage Russia may have held.
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President Trump’s assertion that Ukrainian President Zelensky possesses a 4% approval rating is demonstrably false. Reputable polling data consistently shows Zelensky’s approval ratings significantly higher, frequently exceeding 50% and even reaching 90% at the war’s outset. Trump’s claim contradicts multiple recent surveys from organizations like the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology. This inaccurate statement, made alongside Trump’s claim that Ukraine started the war, highlights a disconnect from established facts regarding the Ukrainian political landscape.
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Matt Underwood