The Department of Governmennt Efficiency has discovered some major corruption within the unemployment department.

Stephen A. Smith, the loud-mouth sports commentator, says he has “no choice” but to run for president.

We are the country of hoaxes. Are we finally going to deal with it. There’s a story that leads me to believe we might.

News

• According to reports from Fox News, Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has uncovered nearly $382 million in fraudulent unemployment disbursements since 2020, with a majority traced to three Democrat-led states: California, New York, and Massachusetts.
  • The DOGE investigation revealed shocking details about fraudulent unemployment claims in California, New York, and Massachusetts. These three states accounted for $305 million of the $382 million in improper payments identified12. The fraud included:
  • $254 million claimed by children aged 1-5
  • $59 million paid to individuals listed as over 115 years old
  • $69 million disbursed to claimants with future birthdates13
  • California was singled out for paying 68% of unemployment benefits to parolees on the CBP terrorist watchlist or with criminal records45. This widespread abuse has sparked calls for increased scrutiny of unemployment insurance systems and improved oversight to prevent such large-scale fraud in the future13.
• The Trump administration released new guidance late Friday night on its tariff on China, exempting electronic devices such as smartphones and laptops.
  • The guidance, posted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, which oversees collecting taxes on imports, could relieve some anxiety among consumers and tech giants like Apple and Microsoft, which manufacture many of their products in China, The Wall Street Journal reported. Around 20 electronic products — which also include memory cards and machines used to make flatscreens and tablets — will now be exempted from Trump’s massive “reciprocal” tariff on China. The exemption comes after the president increased the tariff on China in recent days in response to China’s retaliatory tariff on U.S. goods.
• Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s official residence in Harrisburg was targeted in an arson attack early Sunday morning, April 13, 2025. The fire caused significant damage to a portion of the mansion, but fortunately, no injuries were reported as the governor and his family were safely evacuated by law enforcement and firefighters126.
  • The incident occurred around 2:00 a.m., waking the Shapiro family to loud knocks from Pennsylvania State Police. The blaze broke out just hours after Shapiro had shared Passover greetings on social media, marking the first night of the Jewish holiday. Authorities are investigating whether the attack may have been motivated by Shapiro’s Jewish faith, given its timing410.
  • A suspect named Cody Balmer is in custody and faces charges including attempted murder, terrorism, aggravated arson, and aggravated assault1. Governor Shapiro expressed gratitude to law enforcement and emergency responders for their swift actions, stating, “Thank goodness no one was harmed and the fire was put out”18.
• “President Trump remains in excellent health, exhibiting robust cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, and general physical function,” read the release by Navy Capt. Sean P. Barbabella, the physician to the president. 
  • Trump underwent the physical on Friday morning at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, the release noted, which included “diagnostic and laboratory testing” and “consultations with fourteen specialty consultants.”
  • The release included Trump’s vital statistics, noting that the president is 75 inches tall, weighs 224 pounds, has a resting heart rate of 62 beats per minute, a blood pressure of 128/74 mmHg, a pulse oximetry of 99% on room air, and a temperature of 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit.
• ESPN host Stephen A. Smith said on Sunday that he has “no choice” but to consider a run for president.

https://www.dailywire.com/news/trump-exempts-smartphones-other-electronics-from-additional-tariff-on-china?topStoryPosition=undefined&author=Zach+Jewell&category=News&elementPosition=3&row=1&rowHeadline=Top+Stories&rowType=Top+Stories&title=Trump+Exempts+Smartphones%2C+Other+Electronics+From+Additional+Tariff+On+China
https://www.dailywire.com/news/pennsylvania-governor-evacuates-home-family-suspected-arson?author=Daniel+Chaitin&category=News&elementPosition=5&row=3&rowHeadline=Latest+News&rowType=Vertical+Carousel&title=Pennsylvania+Governor+Evacuates+Home+With+Family+After+Suspected+Arson
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/results-president-trumps-physical-released-what-they-say
https://www.dailywire.com/news/espn-host-stephen-smith-consider-run-president

That’s Not Enough Justice

Anjela Borisova Urumova, a 20-year-old woman from Bristol Township, Pennsylvania, was sentenced on April 1, 2025, to 45 days to 23 months in the Bucks County Correctional Facility after filing a false police report about an alleged attempted rape and kidnapping. The incident occurred in April 2024 in the parking lot of a Redner’s grocery store in Middletown Township. Her false accusations led to the wrongful imprisonment of an innocent man, Daniel Pierson, for 31 days before her claims were disproven through a thorough investigation by law enforcement126.

Urumova initially alleged that Pierson attacked her from behind, attempted to pull down her pants, punched her, and tried to abduct her. However, inconsistencies in her account were uncovered through surveillance footage and forensic analysis of her cellphone data. Confronted with the evidence, Urumova admitted she fabricated the entire story. She later revealed that she had targeted Pierson because she found him “creepy” after seeing him and his truck in the area previously27.

In January 2025, Urumova pled guilty to seven misdemeanor charges, including filing false reports, tampering with physical evidence, and unsworn falsification to authorities. She faced a potential sentence of up to 17 years but received a reduced sentence due to her plea deal. In addition to jail time, she was ordered to serve one year of probation, undergo a mental health evaluation, pay $3,600 in restitution to the victim, and avoid any contact with him or his family368.

The case has drawn significant attention due to its impact on the victim and broader societal implications. Bucks County District Attorney Jennifer Schorn emphasized that such false accusations can erode public trust in the justice system and jeopardize legitimate cases of sexual violence16.

https://nypost.com/2025/04/03/us-news/pennsylvania-woman-anjela-borisova-urumova-who-wrongfully-accused-stranger-of-rape-and-kidnapping-sentenced-to-jail/?utm_campaign=nypost&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter

Liberation Day was kicked off yesterday! Let’s see how that’s going to go.

Trump defunds a group that should have never been funded by the government in the first place.

And the Democrats really hate American voters.

Liberation Day

The Trump administration used a straightforward formula to calculate the “discounted reciprocal tariffs” imposed on other countries. The methodology centered on addressing trade deficits between the United States and its trading partners. Here is the step-by-step calculation:

1. Trade Deficit as the Basis: The administration began by identifying the trade deficit with each country. This deficit represents the difference between the value of goods imported from a country and the value of goods exported to that country136.
2. Dividing by Total Imports: The trade deficit was divided by the total value of imports from the respective country, yielding a percentage. This step essentially measured how much of the trade imbalance was attributable to imports relative to their total value368.
3. Halving the Result: To arrive at the final tariff rate, this percentage was divided by two, producing what was described as a “discounted” reciprocal tariff rate378.

For example, in the case of China:

• The U.S. had a trade deficit of $295 billion with China in 2024.
• Total imports from China amounted to $438 billion.
• Dividing $295 billion by $438 billion yielded approximately 67%.
• Halving this figure resulted in a tariff rate of 34% imposed on Chinese goods357.

This formula was applied across various countries, leading to tariff rates ranging widely from 10% to 50% depending on the size of the trade deficit and import volume8. Additionally, all imports were subject to a baseline 10% tariff, which was additive to these calculated rates2.

While initially presented as addressing unfair trade practices such as currency manipulation or non-tariff barriers, critics noted that this simplified calculation did not account for these factors comprehensively. Instead, it focused on bilateral trade deficits, disregarding complexities like service trade balances or existing tariffs imposed by other nations145.

https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-reciprocal-tariff-math-explained-2054743

Other news:

• The Trump administration is reportedly moving to freeze federal family-planning grants to Planned Parenthood and other organizations as a review is undertaken into whether they were complying with President Donald Trump’s executive order barring federal funding for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts.
  • The groups that would be subject to the freeze were set to receive around $120 million this year from the federal government. 
  • Alexis McGill Johnson, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, told the outlet, “The Trump-Vance-Musk administration wants to shut down Planned Parenthood health centers by any means necessary, and they’ll end people’s access to birth control, cancer screenings, STI testing and treatment, and more to do it.”

They Are Worried About Everyone Else

The Democratic Party and several nonprofit organizations have filed lawsuits against the Trump administration, challenging an executive order issued in late March 2025 that mandates proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration, restricts mail-in ballot deadlines, and threatens to withhold federal funding from states that do not comply. The plaintiffs argue that the executive order is unconstitutional and exceeds presidential authority, potentially disenfranchising millions of eligible voters.

Key Points of the Lawsuit:

1. Constitutional Violations: The lawsuits emphasize that the U.S. Constitution grants states and Congress—not the president—the authority to regulate elections. The “Elections Clause” specifically delegates the power to determine the “times, places, and manner” of elections to states, with Congress having the ability to override state regulations for federal elections127.
2. Claims of Overreach: The Democratic National Committee (DNC) and other plaintiffs argue that President Trump has overstepped his authority by attempting to unilaterally impose election rules through an executive order. They assert that this action undermines the independence of entities like the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, which is tasked with setting voluntary voting guidelines257.
3. Impact on Voting Rights: Critics of the executive order warn that it could disenfranchise millions of voters, particularly those who lack immediate access to proof of citizenship documents or rely on mail-in voting. Studies cited in the lawsuits indicate that approximately 21 million U.S. citizens do not have ready access to such documentation56.
4. Privacy Concerns: The order directs federal agencies to cross-reference voter registration data with federal databases to identify non-citizens, raising concerns about privacy violations and potential errors in data matching46.
5. Motivation and Context: The lawsuits also highlight that this executive order aligns with President Trump’s long-standing claims—widely debunked—that non-citizens voting is a significant issue in U.S. elections. Studies have consistently shown that instances of non-citizen voting are exceedingly rare37.

Broader Implications:

• Legal Challenges: In addition to the Democratic lawsuit, nonprofit organizations like the Campaign Legal Center and State Democracy Defenders Fund have also filed separate legal challenges against the order, labeling it an unconstitutional overreach27.
• Congressional Debate: The executive order mirrors provisions in legislation proposed by congressional Republicans, such as the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, which seeks to codify proof-of-citizenship requirements into law8.
• Potential Disenfranchisement: If implemented, critics argue the order could disproportionately affect vulnerable populations, including low-income voters, military personnel overseas, and those relying on mail-in ballots45.

The Trump administration has defended the order as necessary to ensure election integrity, though legal experts and advocacy groups widely dispute its legality and effectiveness in addressing voter fraud—an issue already considered rare in U.S. elections38.

Bye Bye!

Leonel Moreno, a Venezuelan migrant and social media influencer, has been deported from the United States after gaining notoriety for advocating illegal squatting in American homes. Moreno, who entered the U.S. illegally in 2022 via Eagle Pass, Texas, used platforms like TikTok to encourage migrants to “invade” abandoned properties under squatter laws. His videos, which showcased him flaunting cash and mocking hard-working immigrants and U.S. taxpayers, sparked widespread outrage. He also boasted about earning money through social media and receiving U.S. government welfare benefits for his family, including $350 per week in aid and up to $1,000 weekly from viral posts135.

Moreno’s social media antics included ridiculing U.S. citizens for their labor-intensive jobs, claiming he came to the U.S. “to claim his space” rather than work. His content amassed over 500,000 followers on TikTok before his account was disabled. He continued posting on Facebook and Instagram until his arrest in Ohio in 2024 for failing to comply with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) check-ins13.

An immigration judge ordered Moreno’s deportation in 2023, but logistical challenges delayed the process due to Venezuela’s previous refusal to accept deportation flights. Under renewed deportation efforts by the Trump administration, Moreno was eventually removed from the U.S. Despite claiming persecution in both Venezuela and the U.S., he was sent back to Venezuela last week. His deportation flight reportedly involved disruptions that required extra security measures35.

https://www.foxnews.com/us/migrant-influencer-turned-squatter-ringleader-deported-after-advocating-taking-over-americans-homes

Makes Sense

San Francisco has launched a new program under the Speed Safety System Pilot Program, which issues speeding tickets based on a driver’s income level. This initiative, signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom in October 2023, is the first of its kind in California and aims to promote equity in traffic enforcement. The program uses speed cameras installed across the city to monitor and penalize drivers exceeding the speed limit by more than 11 mph.

Key Features of the Program:

• Income-Based Fines:
  • Standard fines range from $50 to $500 depending on the severity of the violation.
  • Drivers with household incomes at or below 200% of the federal poverty level qualify for a 50% discount.
  • Homeless individuals or those classified as “indigent” can receive an 80% discount124.
• Payment Flexibility:
  • Low-income drivers can opt for a payment plan with monthly installments capped at $25.
  • Community service may also be an alternative to paying fines4.
• Speed Camera Deployment:
  • A total of 33 speed cameras have been installed, with 12 currently operational. These cameras are located in “high injury” areas, which account for 12% of San Francisco’s streets but are responsible for over 68% of severe traffic injuries and fatalities13.
  • Large signs indicate enforcement zones, and there is a 60-day warning period during which violators will receive warnings instead of fines25.
• Fine Structure:
  • Speeding violations are categorized by how much a driver exceeds the speed limit:
    • 11-15 mph over: $50 fine ($25 with discount).
    • 16-25 mph over: $100 fine ($50 with discount).
    • Over 26 mph: $200 fine ($100 with discount).
    • Over 100 mph: $500 fine ($250 with discount)5.

Goals and Equity Considerations:

The program aims to reduce traffic injuries and fatalities by targeting speeding, which is identified as the leading cause of such incidents in San Francisco. It also seeks to ensure fairness by scaling fines according to income levels, preventing undue financial hardship for low-income residents. Cameras are distributed equitably across neighborhoods to reflect the city’s socio-economic diversity134.

Future Expansion:

Other California cities, including Los Angeles, Oakland, and San Jose, plan to adopt similar programs. Los Angeles is set to implement its version in 2026, offering community service options for low-income violators13.

While the program has been praised for addressing equity in traffic enforcement, some residents have expressed concerns about its fairness and potential impact on low-income communities.

https://nypost.com/2025/04/01/us-news/new-san-francisco-program-backed-by-newsom-will-issue-speeding-tickets-based-on-income/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=nypost

That’s Sick!

A proposed California ballot measure, named the “Luigi Mangione Access to Health Care Act,” has sparked controversy due to its association with Luigi Mangione, who is accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December 2024. Mangione allegedly shot Thompson in New York City and was later arrested in Pennsylvania while in possession of a 3D-printed gun. Despite pleading not guilty to charges including first-degree murder in furtherance of terrorism, his name has been used for a health care reform initiative submitted by Los Angeles attorney Paul Eisner125.

The measure aims to reform health insurance practices by prohibiting insurers from delaying, denying, or modifying medical procedures or medications recommended by physicians if such actions could lead to serious harm or death. It also includes provisions for legal recourse against insurers and penalties for non-physicians reviewing medical decisions. Eisner reportedly chose the name due to the high-profile nature of the case and to draw attention to frustrations with the health care system, though he clarified that he does not support Mangione’s alleged criminal actions15.

Critics have labeled the naming as a publicity stunt and expressed outrage over immortalizing an accused murderer in legislative efforts. The measure is currently under review by the California Attorney General’s Office, which has the discretion to rename it before it potentially appears on the 2026 ballot256.

.https://sjvsun.com/california/proposed-calif-ballot-measure-named-after-insurance-exec-killer-luigi-mangione/

Dumbass of the Day

No, Men Don’t Suffer From That

According to the New York Post:

Your father might not have been comfortable talking about his feelings, but these days, more men, and particularly new fathers, are fessing up to being sad dads.

Postpartum depression — a severe and long-lasting mood disorder affecting new parents — is self-reported in approximately 12% to 16% of US women, according to the Centers for Disease Control.

It’s triggered by hormonal changes after childbirth (although the causes are multifarious and not fully understood).

But, fellas, you might be shocked to learn that you can get the baby blues, too, and they affect a whopping 10% of new dads — not far off from the number of diagnosed women. And that ballpark number is probably low.

“Are men reluctant or unwilling to report this? I mean, yeah, come on,” said Sean Leonard, a psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in mood disorders (among other psychiatric sicknesses) at Healthy Life Recovery: San Diego Drug & Alcohol Rehab. “They’re reluctant to say that they’re depressed, and then why they are depressed.”

While men don’t experience the hormonal roller coaster that new moms are subjected to — testosterone does, however, significantly drop in new fathers, studies show — the lifestyle changes that come with parenthood can be just as distressing.

Sleepless nights and long days at the office are draining. Instead of a hot dinner served up with some Netflix and chill, you’re going to arrive home from work just in time for the witching hour. Suddenly, you are squarely in second place.

Or, if you’re one of those newfangled stay-at-home dads (18% of us now are!) the loss of identity and isolation can dampen the glow from your bundle of joy and lead to difficulties with bonding — which in turns creates feelings of guilt.

https://nypost.com/2025/03/28/lifestyle/baby-blues-dads-can-suffer-from-postpartum-depression-too/?utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=nypost&utm_source=twitter

Avoiding the Problem

The concept of movie theaters allowing smoking pot is gaining traction in some areas. In New York, plans are underway to permit theaters to apply for licenses that would allow them to serve and allow the consumption of recreational cannabis on premises13. Similarly, in Los Angeles, events like those at the Montalbán Theatre are incorporating cannabis into movie screenings, offering a unique experience for attendees2. However, such practices are still limited and require specific licenses or permits3. The idea is seen as a potential way to revitalize the movie-going experience and attract new audiences37.

https://variety.com/2025/film/news/movie-theaters-texting-smoking-weed-1236347824/?utm_source=perplexity

A new controversy hits the Trump administration. But is it really a controversy? Let’s take a shallow look at it.

Baseball has started and that means it’s time for some controversy.

And Robert Kennedy Jr. is taking a chainsaw to Health and Human Services. I’m all in for it!

I Know How This Could Have Been Avoided

Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, a Maryland resident with protected legal status in the U.S., was mistakenly deported to El Salvador and imprisoned in the notorious Centro de Confinamiento del Terrorismo (CECOT) due to an administrative error by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Despite a 2019 court ruling barring his deportation to El Salvador, ICE executed his removal on March 15, 2025. The Trump administration has acknowledged the mistake but argued that U.S. courts lack jurisdiction to order his return from Salvadoran custody135.

Abrego Garcia fled El Salvador in 2011 to escape gang violence and extortion threats. He had been accused of MS-13 gang affiliation during a 2019 immigration hearing, but his attorneys maintain that no evidence has ever been provided to support this claim. An immigration judge had granted him protection from removal after determining he would face persecution if returned to El Salvador56. Despite this, ICE detained him earlier this year, claiming his immigration status had changed, and deported him along with other individuals falsely labeled as gang members37.

Abrego Garcia’s family has had no contact with him since his arrival at CECOT, a high-security prison known for harsh conditions. His wife identified him in news photographs released by Salvadoran authorities, showing detainees being marched into the prison under extreme security measures. His attorneys have filed a lawsuit demanding diplomatic efforts to secure his release and halt U.S. funding for his detention in El Salvador357.

This case highlights broader concerns about wrongful deportations under the Trump administration, including accusations that tattoos and anonymous tips were misinterpreted as evidence of gang affiliation. Legal experts argue that these practices have led to numerous innocent individuals being sent to CECOT, where detainees face severe human rights abuses46.

Things the story does not bring up:

• He is an illegal alien.
• He is affiliated to the MS-13 gang, including having tattoos.
• He was found to be an MS-13 gang member by an immigration judge, but not violent enough to be deported to that prison.
• He went through the process.
• The administrative error was to deport him, but not to that prison.

I just want to point out if we didn’t have to have mass deportations to counter mass illegal immigration, this wouldn’t have happened. This won’t be the first time this happens.

https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2025/03/an-administrative-error-sends-a-man-to-a-salvadoran-prison/682254

Shut Up and Play Baseball!

“I don’t want to say this. Baseball is a White sport. I feel like White people criticize everything that a Black man does. Black men are outspoken. They say what’s on their minds.”

“The unwritten rules of baseball are White. And I always broke the unwritten rules of baseball.”

New York Yankees star Jazz Chisholm Jr. recently made headlines for his remarks about racial dynamics in baseball, calling it a “White sport” and criticizing the culture surrounding the game. In an interview with The Athletic, Chisholm expressed his belief that Black players face disproportionate scrutiny compared to their White counterparts. He stated, “I feel like White people criticize everything that a Black man does. Black men are outspoken. They say what’s on their minds”458.

Chisholm tied his comments to his experiences with the Miami Marlins, where he alleged mistreatment by former teammate Miguel Rojas. Chisholm accused Rojas of engaging in hazing practices, including cutting up his custom cleats and pouring milk into another pair. He argued that such actions would not have occurred if he were White, saying, “Nobody would ever cut up my cleats or throw my things away if I were White”125. Chisholm also criticized baseball’s “unwritten rules,” which he described as rooted in a predominantly White culture that stifles individuality and self-expression47.

“Nobody would ever cut up my cleats or throw my things away if I were White. I’ll tell you right now, if this was a White boy’s stuff, you weren’t gonna cut that s— up because if a White boy goes and complains, now everybody’s f—ed. I go and complain, and it’s not that big of a deal. It’s, ‘Let’s try and find a solution for this.’ But if a White boy goes and complains, nah, f— that.”

These comments have sparked widespread discussion about race and inclusivity in Major League Baseball (MLB). The league has seen a decline in the percentage of Black players, which currently stands at around 6%, down from over 15% in the 1970s58. Chisholm’s remarks highlight ongoing challenges for diversity and representation in the sport.

https://www.foxnews.com/sports/yankees-star-jazz-chisholm-jr-says-baseball-white-sport?intcmp=tw_fnc

What Is a Torpedo Bat?

A “torpedo bat” is a newly designed baseball bat that has gained attention in Major League Baseball (MLB). The bat features an unconventional shape, with more wood and mass concentrated near the “sweet spot,” which is the area where hitters most often make contact with the ball. This design enhances the likelihood of solid contact and improves the potential for power on hits. Unlike traditional bats, which maintain a consistent circumference, torpedo bats taper off towards the end, resembling a torpedo shape124.

The concept was developed by Aaron Leanhardt, a former physicist from MIT who worked with the Yankees’ analytics department. His innovation redistributes weight to optimize performance while adhering to MLB regulations, which require bats to be smooth, round sticks made of solid wood with specific dimensions15.

Why Is It Controversial?

The controversy surrounding torpedo bats stems from several factors:

1. Competitive Advantage: The Yankees’ use of torpedo bats coincided with an explosive start to the 2025 season, including a franchise-record nine home runs in one game and 15 home runs over three games. Critics argue that these bats may provide an unfair advantage by increasing the effectiveness of hitters, even though they are legal under MLB rules245.
2. Perception of Legitimacy: While MLB has confirmed the legality of these bats, some players and fans feel that their design pushes ethical boundaries. Brewers pitcher Trevor Megill compared them to equipment used in slow-pitch softball and expressed concerns about professionalism16.
3. Resistance to Change: Baseball is a sport steeped in tradition, and innovations like torpedo bats often face skepticism. Even within the Yankees organization, star player Aaron Judge has opted to stick with traditional bats despite their widespread adoption by teammates45.
4. Impact on Gameplay: The unusual design of torpedo bats has led to debates about whether they fundamentally alter the dynamics of hitting in baseball. While their true impact remains uncertain, many believe they could influence strategy and performance across the league as more teams experiment with similar designs24.

Broader Implications

The introduction of torpedo bats highlights ongoing efforts to integrate science and analytics into baseball equipment design. While some view this as progress, others worry it could widen disparities between teams with access to advanced technologies and those without. As MLB teams increasingly explore bat customization, this controversy may signal a shift in how equipment innovations are perceived in professional sports47.

https://ftw.usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/2025/03/31/yankees-torpedo-bats-explained-rules-inventor-who-uses/82737641007

Happy Trans Day of Visibility!

A violent altercation occurred at the University of Texas at Dallas involving a transgender student, Liam Thanh Tam Nguyen, who also goes by the name Alyssa. The incident took place during a tabling event organized by the conservative group Turning Point USA (TPUSA). Nguyen allegedly attacked two students, Paige Neumann, the TPUSA chapter president, and her secretary Grace, using a metal bike lock as a weapon. Video footage of the incident shows Nguyen swinging the bike lock, striking Neumann on the head and damaging both students’ phones123.

Neumann sustained a head injury and reported ongoing pain from the attack. She stated that she did not provoke Nguyen and had no prior interaction with him before the assault. TPUSA shared the footage on social media, describing the attack as severe enough to shatter Neumann’s phone and cause significant harm13. Grace also suffered property damage during the altercation25.

Nguyen was arrested later that day and faces multiple charges, including two felony counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, one count of attempting to disarm a peace officer, and one count of assaulting a police officer. Additional charges include resisting arrest and criminal mischief125. Authorities have not confirmed whether Nguyen is officially enrolled at UT Dallas5.

The incident has sparked discussions online, with TPUSA founder Charlie Kirk sharing videos of the attack and expressing support for the injured students. The organization emphasized that Neumann and Grace are “physically doing okay” despite the ordeal25.

https://www.foxnews.com/us/trans-student-assaults-conservative-activist-bike-lock-unsettling-video-wanted-kill-me?intcmp=tw_fnc

Go To It, Robert!

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), has announced a sweeping restructuring plan that will cut 20,000 positions, approximately 25% of the department’s workforce. This initiative aims to streamline operations, reduce bureaucracy, and save $1.8 billion annually. Here are the key details:

Job Cuts and Workforce Reduction

• Scope of Cuts: The workforce will shrink from 82,000 to 62,000 employees. Half of the reductions will occur through layoffs, while the other half will result from early retirements and voluntary buyouts126.
• Targeted Roles: The cuts primarily target administrative and redundant positions, including human resources, IT, procurement, and communications departments. Front-line workers and scientists are expected to remain largely unaffected19.
• Agency Impact:
  • FDA: 3,500 positions cut (19% of its workforce).
  • CDC: 2,400 positions cut (18% of its workforce).
  • NIH: 1,200 positions cut (6% of its workforce).
  • CMS: 300 positions cut (4% of its workforce)410.

Structural Changes

• Division Consolidation: HHS will reduce its divisions from 28 to 15. This includes merging smaller agencies into a new entity called the Administration for a Healthy America (AHA), which will oversee areas like mental health, workplace safety, and substance abuse46.
• Regional Office Closures: Five out of ten regional offices will be closed26.
• Program Eliminations: Offices like the Office of Infectious Disease and HIV/AIDS Policy and the Office of Minority Health are expected to be dissolved34.

Goals and Rationale

• Kennedy has described HHS as a “massive bureaucracy” with inefficient coordination across its divisions. The restructuring aims to eliminate redundancies while maintaining essential functions12.
• The initiative aligns with President Trump’s “Department of Government Efficiency” directive and reflects broader federal efforts to cut costs and reduce government size58.

Controversy and Concerns

• Critics worry that these cuts could compromise public health functions, including drug safety reviews, emergency preparedness, and disease prevention efforts611.
• Some officials fear long-term costs may increase due to reduced support staff and potential inefficiencies in reorganized programs11.
• The abrupt nature of the announcement has left many employees uncertain about their roles and how essential services will be maintained11.

This restructuring represents one of the most significant overhauls in HHS history. While Kennedy emphasizes efficiency and cost savings, critics argue that such drastic reductions could risk undermining critical public health services.

http://nypost.com/2025/03/27/us-news/rfk-jr-slashes-hhs-staff-by-20k-gutting-an-entire-alphabet-soup-of-departments/?utm_campaign=nypost&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter

Dumbass of the Day

https://www.dailywire.com/news/pop-star-makes-the-case-for-why-women-shouldnt-have-kids-heres-why-shes-wrong

The hugest, most enormous, most biggest threat to Democracy continues to be pushed by the media and Democratic politicians. Guess what? No one seems to care.

The House of Representatives try to push through a law that should be in the books already. They will probably fail.

And a domestic terrorist has been caught in Las Vegas.

Have Fun in Prison

Paul Hyon Kim, a 36-year-old Las Vegas resident, was arrested on March 27, 2025, in connection with a targeted attack on a Tesla Collision Center in Las Vegas. The incident occurred in the early hours of March 18, when Kim allegedly used Molotov cocktails and a firearm to damage at least five Tesla vehicles, two of which were engulfed in flames. He also spray-painted the word “RESIST” on the facility’s doors and destroyed surveillance cameras with gunfire126.

Kim faces multiple charges at both state and federal levels. State charges include arson, possession of an explosive device, and discharging a firearm into vehicles.

Federally, he is charged with unlawful possession of an unregistered firearm and arson. If convicted, he could face up to 20 years in prison for the federal arson charge and an additional 10 years for the firearm offense146.

Authorities identified Kim through surveillance footage, license plate recognition technology, and DNA evidence collected at the scene. Searches of his residence uncovered firearms, ammunition, clothing matching the suspect’s description, and what appeared to be an escape plan46. The FBI and local police are investigating whether this attack is connected to other recent acts of vandalism targeting Tesla facilities nationwide68.

The motive remains unclear, though officials noted Kim’s possible ties to political or activist groups, but authorities said Kim’s social media activity showed potential links to communist groups and Palestinian causes. The attack is part of a broader wave of violence against Tesla properties linked to CEO Elon Musk’s role in the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)35.

https://www.foxnews.com/us/man-arrested-molotov-cocktail-attack-tesla-shop-las-vegas-federal-charges
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/tesla-arson-suspect-charged-las-vegas/

How Long Is This Going to Last?

President Donald Trump has stated that no one will be fired over the Signal messaging debacle, where sensitive military discussions about strikes on Houthi rebels in Yemen were inadvertently shared with Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic. Trump downplayed the incident, calling it a “glitch” and emphasizing that there was no harm done, as no classified information was shared. He also praised the success of the military operation and defended key figures involved, including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and National Security Adviser Michael Waltz158.

Despite public calls for accountability, including demands from Democrats for resignations or dismissals, Trump has resisted firing anyone. He expressed frustration with media coverage and redirected criticism toward Goldberg and The Atlantic. Trump privately polled advisers about firing Waltz but ultimately decided against it, citing his aversion to repeating past mistakes like the dismissal of former National Security Adviser Mike Flynn in 201768.

The administration’s handling of the incident has sparked criticism over its lack of accountability. Security experts and lawmakers have raised concerns about the use of Signal, a publicly available messaging app, for sensitive discussions, arguing that such lapses undermine operational security and set a troubling precedent18.

https://www.dailywire.com/news/no-accountability-dems-calling-for-hegseths-ouster-trip-over-awol-lloyd-austin?topStoryPosition=undefined
https://www.dailywire.com/news/just-a-witch-hunt-president-trump-says-he-wont-fire-anyone-over-signal-incident?topStoryPosition=undefined

This Should Be Law Already

The U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote again on the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, a Republican-backed bill that would require voters to provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship to register for federal elections.

This legislation, if passed, would amend the National Voter Registration Act and impose significant changes on voter registration processes across the country25.

Key Provisions of the SAVE Act

• Proof of Citizenship Requirement: Applicants would need to present documents such as passports or birth certificates when registering to vote or updating their voter information. This requirement would apply to all forms of voter registration, including first-time registrations, address updates, and name changes25.
• Elimination of Online and Mail-In Registration: The bill would mandate in-person submission of citizenship documentation, effectively ending online and mail-in voter registration options5.
• State Compliance: States unable to meet the requirements might have to maintain separate voter rolls for federal and state elections or implement bifurcated systems, as seen in Arizona2.
• Criminal Penalties: Election officials could face penalties for mistakenly registering individuals who fail to meet the documentation requirements2.

Context and Implications

The SAVE Act aligns with recent efforts by President Donald Trump, who signed an executive order on March 25, 2025, requiring proof of citizenship for federal voter registration. The order similarly mandates states to verify voter rolls against federal databases and prohibits counting mail-in ballots received after Election Day136. Both measures have been criticized for potentially disenfranchising millions of voters, particularly those without ready access to required documentation, such as rural residents, women who have changed their names, and low-income individuals58.

Voting rights advocates argue that these measures address a problem that is statistically negligible—noncitizen voting is exceedingly rare and already illegal under federal law. Critics also highlight logistical challenges for states and the lack of federal funding to implement these changes258.

The SAVE Act previously passed the House in 2024 but stalled in the Senate. Its future remains uncertain as it faces potential legal challenges and opposition from Democrats who view it as a restriction on voting rights28.

https://www.ncsl.org/state-legislatures-news/details/9-things-to-know-about-the-proposed-save-act
https://www.brookings.edu/articles/the-save-act-an-attempt-to-restrict-voting-rights/
https://www.dailywire.com/news/house-to-again-vote-on-bill-requiring-voters-prove-citizenship

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