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On Saturday, an unidentified flying object was shot down over Canada’s Yukon territory. The incident was detected by the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and resulted in a U.S. F-22 fighter jet being scrambled to intercept it.

Canadian Prime Minister Justice Trudeau took to Twitter to confirm that the object had been successfully taken down and that Canadian and American aircraft had been mobilized for the mission.

“I spoke with President [Joe] Biden this afternoon. Canadian Forces will now recover and analyze the wreckage of the object. Thank you to NORAD for keeping the watch over North America,” he wrote.

I spoke with President Biden this afternoon. Canadian Forces will now recover and analyze the wreckage of the object. Thank you to NORAD for keeping the watch over North America.

— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) February 11, 2023

The Yukon is a sparsely populated region of Canada located north of British Columbia and adjacent to Alaska’s eastern border. It is still unclear what the object was or where it came from, but NORAD has confirmed that it did violate Canadian airspace and triggered an alert response. Trudeau also noted that he had spoken with President Joe Biden following the incident, indicating its significance.

The fact that an unidentified flying object could make its way into Canadian airspace without being noticed until it crossed international borders raises serious questions about the security of North America as a whole. If such objects can so easily penetrate our air defenses, what else might be able to get through? This event highlights just how important NORAD is in monitoring our skies and keeping us safe from potential threats.

Pentagon officials say the object shot down over Alaska Friday was about the "size of a small car" and not similar in size or shape to the Chinese surveillance balloon that was taken down off the coast of South Carolina last week. https://t.co/svdmjfEfqv pic.twitter.com/LScYKgNW1b

— CBS News (@CBSNews) February 10, 2023

While we still don’t know what the unidentified object was or where it originated from, it’s encouraging to know that there are systems in place like NORAD which can rapidly respond when needed and protect us all from harm. Thanks again to NORAD for keeping watch over North America!

On Tuesday, Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz of Florida announced an amendment to the House Rules package that passed Monday. This amendment would allow C-SPAN’s cameras to cover normal floor proceedings in the House of Representatives.

The proposal seeks to move away from the traditional fixed cameras seen on C-SPAN and enable four cameras operated by the cable network to be able to move around freely in the House of Representatives. The aim is to promote transparency and allow citizens a more direct view of how Congress operates. Let’s take a closer look at this proposed amendment.

What does it mean for transparency?

Gaetz believes that allowing more access to cameras will help strengthen accountability and oversight of Congress. It’s no secret that citizens are often frustrated with the lack of transparency in their government, so this could be an effective way to bridge that divide and help Americans better understand what goes on inside those walls.

The proposed amendment also takes into account logistical concerns, such as giving all members equal camera time and ensuring that each member has enough time to speak without interruption or distraction from other representatives. This allows every member, regardless of a political party or ideological alignment, an equal platform to voice their thoughts and perspectives on issues confronting America today.

What have been the reactions?

The reaction has been generally positive among Republicans and Democrats alike. Karen Finney, a spokeswoman for Hillary Clinton’s failed 2016 presidential campaign praised the amendment on CNN stating “I have to say, I never thought I would say this sentence. I agree with Matt Gaetz 100% on this one.” She added “transparency is key for our democracy” which highlights a broad consensus among both sides of the aisle about the importance of greater transparency in Congress. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has also commented positively on Gaetz’ proposed amendment saying he was open to considering it if it were brought up in his chamber as well.

TL;DR

The proposed C-SPAN Amendment seeks to bring greater transparency into how Congress operates by allowing more freedom for cameras within the House chambers itself rather than using fixed locations usually seen on television coverage of Congressional events.

It is rare these days for Republicans and Democrats alike to agree unanimously but this particular bill proves that when something is beneficial for all Americans regardless of party affiliation or political views it can still be accomplished in Washington D.C. We hope that if this bill passes it will lead us toward greater understanding between citizens and their representatives while promoting accountability within our government institutions.

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The Metropolitan Police Department recently released a surveillance camera image of the suspect in the alleged assault of Rep. Angie Craig (D-MN). After receiving tips from members of the public, police were able to make an arrest.

According to the U.S. Capitol Police, the suspect is believed to be a homeless man and is now facing charges of simple assault. Let’s take a look at how this story has unfolded.

The incident occurred on Thursday morning at around 7:15 a.m. when Craig said she saw the suspect in the lobby area of her apartment building “acting erratic” as if he was under the influence of drugs or alcohol. When she tried to pass him on an elevator, she says he began assaulting her and pushing her out of the way until someone else came along and intervened. No serious injuries were reported.

The Metropolitan Police Department then released a photo of the suspect taken by surveillance cameras in an effort to identify him for a simple assault offense and asked for help from members of the public. After receiving tips from multiple people, police arrested 26-year-old Kendrick Hamlin “AKA Hamlin Khalil Hamlin,” who did not have a fixed address, on Sunday night in connection with this incident. He is now facing charges for simple assault and is expected to appear in court today for his arraignment hearing.

This case serves as an example of how vital it can be for law enforcement officials to request help from members of their local community when trying to locate suspects or solve cases quickly and effectively. It also showcases how important it can be for citizens to cooperate with law enforcement agencies during times like these so that justice can truly be served across all divisions and demographics within society.

MPD seeks the public's assistance in identifying a suspect responsible for a Simple Assault that occurred this morning in the 300 block of H Street, NE, involving a member of Congress.

Have info? Call (202) 727-9099/text 50411 pic.twitter.com/ZDYbodVsw7

— DC Police Department (@DCPoliceDept) February 9, 2023

TL;DR:

It appears that justice has been served in this case after police made an arrest following their release of a photo taken by surveillance cameras at Rep Craig’s apartment building last week. With assistance from members of their local community, law enforcement officials were able to quickly identify and apprehend 26-year-old Kendrick Hamlin AKA Hamlin Khalil Hamlin who did not have a fixed address before charging him with simple assault relating to this incident.

This case serves as an example that when both citizens and law enforcement work together, justice can prevail regardless of division or demographic within society.

Recent reports have revealed what the feds have on Jeffery Epstein’s clients, and the details are shocking. Although no one has moved on this case yet, a former human trafficking prosecutor in Miami-Dade County has spoken about the federal investigation.

It is important to be aware of this information so that we can hold those responsible accountable for their actions.

Pedophilia and corruption have been dominating the news since Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell’s horrific crimes came to light. Epstein’s “little black book” – which contains the names of many powerful and influential figures – has become a major source of evidence of his associates’ involvement in his sex trafficking network. Despite the evidence, no indictments have been made against any of these people yet.

However, federal investigators had access to much more than just Epstein’s “little black book”. Jane Anderson, a former human trafficking prosecutor in Miami-Dade County, said that there was an extensive list of clients who were serviced by Epstein’s organization that was kept hidden from public view. Anderson says that investigators had access to documents including emails and financial records which could be used as evidence against those involved with Epstein’s network. Additionally, they had access to video footage taken from inside his home which showed many different people engaging in sexual activities with children and young adults.

#Thread Tucker Carlson's Monologue Demanding Answers About The Death Of Jeffrey Epstein And Calling Out AG Barr's "Investigation"

"3 & a half years after Jeffrey Epstein died, no one has gotten to the bottom of what happened that day & there has been no accountability for it." pic.twitter.com/ePOFWvbhAG

— The Columbia Bugle 🇺🇸 (@ColumbiaBugle) January 26, 2023

Anderson also noted that although some investigations are ongoing, there hasn’t been much progress made due to a lack of resources or political interference from higher-ups within the government. This means that even though we may know who is involved in this case, it could still take years before anyone is held accountable for their actions.

Conclusion: It is clear that federal investigators have an abundance of evidence surrounding Jeffery Epstein’s clients but have not acted upon it yet due to a lack of resources or political interference. We must remain vigilant and demand justice for those affected by this tragic event so that all guilty parties can be held accountable for their heinous behavior.

With enough pressure from citizens around the world, we can help ensure justice is served swiftly and appropriately for victims of sex trafficking networks like Jeffery Epstein’s.

Democratic Rep. Maxine Waters recently found herself in a difficult situation when her own words were used against her during a House Rules Committee meeting.

Texas Rep. Chip Roy had read an op-ed from a Democrat from Cuba pointing out the similarities between democratic socialism and the system his family fled from, and Waters was unable to defend herself against it. Let’s dive deeper into this interesting exchange and what it reveals about socialism in America today.

“We can go around and around in circles about trying to talk about and defining socialism, but at its core I was intrigued by an op-ed that I saw not too long ago by a Democrat from Cuba commenting on one of our colleagues, an avowed socialist, and essentially pointing out the extent to which democratic socialism is a lot like the system my family fled except its proponents promised to be nicer when seizing your business. That’s the truth,” Texas Rep. Chip Roy said during the House Rules Committee meeting.

“I’ve got one question for… ranking member Waters in a 2008 hearing you said quote ‘and guess what, this liberal will be all about … this liberal will be all about socializing … would be about basically taking over the government and the government running all of your companies’ end quote,” Roy continued. “Simple question: Do you stand by that statement?”

“I’m not a socialist, I’m a capitalist and I commit to you that I am here to save Social Security, to save Medicare, to save seniors and Veterans and for some of you who have adopted certain kind of ways that you support what you now claim is socialism, I’m here to say to you, come on,” Waters said.

Roy then inquired as to why she was pushing so hard a decade ago about the government taking over the oil industry to which she could only say… “I am not a socialist.”

The Incident in Question

The incident occurred during a House Rules Committee meeting discussing H. Con. Res 9, which is a resolution made by Florida Congresswoman Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar denouncing socialism. Rep. Roy made the statement that democratic socialism is similar to the type of system his family had fled from, citing an op-ed as his source of information on the matter. When asked if she had anything to say against the comment, Waters simply replied “No I don’t have any comment on that” and quickly changed the topic to another pressing issue.

What Does This Say About Socialism?

This incident raises some interesting questions about the state of socialism in America today, particularly among Democrats who are often accused of practicing socialist policies without acknowledging them as such.

The fact that Waters was unable to respond when challenged on her beliefs demonstrates how difficult it can be for socialists to defend their beliefs under scrutiny, which could mean that there is more uncertainty about what socialism truly means than many people realize—and that there may not be unanimous agreement in America about how best to define it at all times.

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According to a recent survey from the Washington Post and ABC News, Donald Trump is leading Joe Biden by 3 percent in the polls as we approach Biden’s State of the Union address.

The survey polled 1,003 American adults from January 27 to February 1 and has a margin of error of 3.5 percent. Let’s take a closer look at why Trump continues to lead the polls and what this means for Biden.

The Reasons Behind Trump’s Lead

There are several factors that could be contributing to Trump’s lead over Biden in the polls. First and foremost, it could be due to his strong base of supporters who remain loyal despite any so-called controversies or missteps during his time in office. It also could be that many Americans are still feeling a sense of nostalgia for an era when they were more secure economically, with lower unemployment levels than before COVID-19 struck.

Furthermore, some may feel that Trump represents traditional values better than Biden does, making them more likely to vote for him if given the chance.

TL;DR

At this point, it is impossible to know how these numbers will change over time or even if they will stay consistent until THAT day arrives. What we do know is that Donald Trump currently holds a 3-point lead over Joe Biden on the eve of his latest State of the Union address as President–an address that could have significant implications for future polls depending on its content and reception from both sides of the aisle.

Time will tell if this lead holds or goes away as we get closer to election day but what seems certain is that President Donald J Trump continues to have an influence on politics across America today and will continue doing so until at least November 2024!

Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, compared the differences between then-candidate and now-President Joe Biden, telling the National Conservatism Conference on Monday that the reason for the difference is because had he shown his true self – he would not have been elected.

“I think it’s telling that the agenda promoted by the candidate Joe Biden is very different from the one that’s being pushed by President Joe Biden,” Rubio said in a live stream video conference in Orlando, Florida.

“Candidate Joe Biden, for example, promised a return of competency and professionalism; President Joe Biden delivered chaos: Historic calamity on the southern border, humiliating and deadly debacle in Afghanistan, stranded cargo ships off the coast of California, and the skyrocketing prices of literally everything.”

Rubio was scheduled to attend the conference in person but was unable to due to the ongoing American Airlines flight cancellations.

He began by stating that Biden is governing contradictory to the way he campaigned because he knew from the get-go that his ideas were unpopular with the majority of ordinary Americans in comparison to those managing society day today.

“The problem is they have power beyond the numbers,” Rubio said. “They happen to be the people who run our schools and our universities, our tech companies, our large corporations, meetings, boards, the entertainment industry; they are the most generous donors and enthusiastic activists in one of our two major political parties.”

By pointing out this specific class of “managers” as distinct from the general population, Rubio drew on the work and writings of many of the conference attendees and other conservatives.

“I am here to tell you big business is not our ally in the fight against socialism,” he said. “Yes, they come running for help to conservatives when the Left threatens to raise their taxes; they come running for help when workers decide they want to unionize. But on most days, they’re either cultural warriors or rocking boats in the language of free-market capitalism.”

The senator finished by noting specific policy positions to address these economic woes – such as requiring companies to disclose to investors about their employee training policies and to the public about how they are building up American capital.

Rubio emphasized that America is entering a time when it could be irreversibly transformed without adjusting for the new generation.

President Joe Biden has long been under fire for his financial relationship with China, and now a Republican-led House of Representatives is taking steps to investigate the matter further.

Recently on FNC’s “The Next Revolution,” Breitbart News senior contributor and Government Accountability Institute’s Peter Schweizer argued that the House should focus on China in particular because of the massive amount of money the Bidens have received from Chinese entities. Let’s take a look at why this issue is so concerning.

“I would focus primarily on China because this is truly frightening — and I don’t say that lightly,” he said. “We know based on the laptop, the emails, the U.S. Treasury Department suspicious activity report reports that have been released that the Bidens have received some $31 million from Chinese entities. When you look at the businessman that may that happen — that made those deals happen, Steve, all of them have links to the highest levels of Chinese intelligence, a gentleman.”

The Evidence Against Biden

The evidence against Joe Biden and his family’s financial dealings with China is rather damning. According to emails recovered from a laptop belonging to Hunter Biden, as well as U.S Treasury Department suspicious activity reports, Joe and his family have received more than $31 million from Chinese entities since 2017. Additionally, many of these payments were made through shell companies which makes it difficult to trace their origin or purpose.

Risks Involved

When it comes to foreign interference in our economy, there are always risks involved that must be taken into consideration. The most obvious risk is bribery, as foreign governments may seek to influence our leaders by offering them money or other incentives in exchange for certain favors or actions being taken on their behalf.

Another potential risk involves conflicts of interest; when individuals receive payments from foreign countries, they can potentially become biased toward them when making decisions that could affect international relations. Finally, there’s the risk of espionage; if someone has access to sensitive information due to their relationship with a foreign government, they may be coerced into sharing that information with hostile forces who could use it against us.

The Need for Investigation

Given all these risks involved in foreign interference in our economy, it’s essential that we take steps to ensure our leaders are not engaging in unethical behavior or putting our national security at risk. We need an impartial investigation into Joe Biden’s financial dealings with China so that we can get answers about where this money came from and what it was used for — and if necessary, put measures in place to prevent such activities from occurring again in the future.

TL;DR

It’s clear that there needs to be further investigation into President Joe Biden and his family’s financial relationship with China and its potential implications for US politics and security. This issue raises many questions about potential bribery, conflict of interests, and espionage which must be addressed before anyone can know for sure exactly what went down between the Bidens and Chinese entities—and what kind of impact this may have had (or will have) on US policy moving forward. Therefore, it is absolutely essential that an impartial investigation takes place so that we can get clarity surrounding this troubling situation once and for all.

The left has a bad habit of thinking they know what is best for everyone. They assume that people should think a certain way because of their economic position, social class, or race.

Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice called out Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden for thinking that black people should act and think a certain way just because they’re black by saying, “if you have a problem figuring out whether you’re for me or Trump, then you ain’t black.”

Rice said, “I don’t really care if we’re colorblind, but I would like to get to the place that when you see somebody who is black, you don’t have preconceived notions of what they’re capable of, who they are – by the way, what they think, which is a big problem of the left. You look at somebody who’s black and you think you know what they think, or you at least think you know what they ought to think.”

Rice believes that the country is still trying to repair the long-term damage of the “birth defect” of slavery in the United States and systemic racism is still a problem.

“I am not one who believes you can just sort of ‘take on systemic racism,’ I don’t even know how to start. I do think you can take on the impact of the educational system for minority kids that leaves most of them behind. I think you can take that on. But people might not like my answer. My answer is: Let’s do school choice in a big way,” said Rice.

President Donald Trump and Education Secretary Betsy DeVos are vocal advocates for school choice which is a system in which the government gives education tax dollars back to families so they have alternatives to the poor educational options in their neighborhood. Whether it be public, private, charter, or homeschooling, parents can pick what best fit their child’s need.

Quality education is the first step in changing our future. Like Churchill said, “Those who fail to learn from history are condemned to repeat it.”

On Saturday, former President Donald Trump began his 2024 presidential campaign by visiting the first two primary states, New Hampshire and South Carolina.

In his speech at the New Hampshire Republican Party’s annual meeting in Salem, NH, he expressed his excitement to be back in the state and reaffirmed his advocacy for New Hampshire as the first primary state in the nation. He also announced that Steve Stepanaek, who co-chaired his first presidential campaign in the Granite State, would be joining his team as a senior adviser. Let’s take a closer look at why this visit is so important for Trump’s campaign.

President @realDonaldTrump announces that outgoing chairman of the New Hampshire GOP, Steve Stepanek, will be serving as senior advisor for Trump’s 2024 NH campaign.

Watch LIVE➡ https://t.co/tfCJIewSgV

Watch our coverage of President Trump’s NH speech: https://t.co/pQPI2fQLYV pic.twitter.com/wzIpDyGUPk

— Real America's Voice (RAV) (@RealAmVoice) January 28, 2023

Trump’s Support for New Hampshire Primary Status

In his speech in Salem on Saturday, Trump expressed strong support for New Hampshire’s status as the first primary state in the nation. He argued that other states have tried to take away from New Hampshire its place as “the most important political event of our time” but that he “will always fight to protect it.” This message resonates with Republicans across the country who recognize that having a secure position at the beginning of every election cycle gives New Hampshire an invaluable advantage when it comes to campaigning. Trump’s

Trump’s Campaign Team

In addition to expressing support for New Hampshire’s status as the first primary state, Trump also announced that Steve Stepanaek would become a senior adviser on his campaign team. This decision makes perfect sense given Stepanaek’s extensive experience working with presidential campaigns both in and outside of New Hampshire. As one of Mr. Trump’s most trusted allies, he will undoubtedly play an integral role in shaping both strategies and messaging during this election season.

BIG energy in New Hampshire today for @realDonaldTrump! God Speed to all those who try to beat him in the First in the Nation Primary! 🔥🔥@TrumpWarRoom pic.twitter.com/pQ8xOUWPNT

— Karoline Leavitt (@karolineleavitt) January 28, 2023

The Significance of These Visits

Overall, these visits are hugely significant for President Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign because they mark its official launch and demonstrate his unwavering commitment to both New Hampshire and South Carolina—two critical states if he hopes to emerge victorious on Election Day 2024. By showing strong support for their respective statuses as first primary state and early primary state respectively, Mr. Trump is making an effort to reach out to Republicans all across America while simultaneously endearing himself to local voters in both states—a shrewd move indeed!