Joe Biden is in the news again and none of it is good.
The Mexican Navy shows us why they will do nothing about the renaming of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America.
And Republicans are snatching defeat from the mouth of victory.
News
Here is some news:
- A Mexican Navy training vessel collided with the Brooklyn Bridge Saturday evening, toppling its masts and injuring multiple crew members in an incident that occurred as maritime safety experts have increasingly warned of vessel-bridge collision risks.
- The three-masted sailing ship Cuauhtémoc, carrying approximately 200 people, struck the iconic New York City landmark shortly before 9 p.m. when its 147-foot masts made contact with the bridge as the vessel appeared to be moving in reverse, according to fire officials who spoke to The New York Post.
- Sources report three people in critical condition with approximately a dozen others seriously injured following the collision.
- A search and rescue operation was promptly launched to retrieve those who may have fallen into the water.
- Former President Joe Biden was diagnosed with an “aggressive form” of prostate cancer that has a five-year survival rate of between 30% and 40%.
- The former president’s prostate cancer is characterized by a Gleason score of 9 and Grade Group 5 with bone metastasis, indicating that it is “pretty far advanced,” Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel said on ‘Fox Report.’
- Donald Trump released a statement: “Melania and I are saddened to hear about Joe Biden’s recent medical diagnosis. We extend our warmest and best wishes to Jill and the family, and we wish Joe a fast and successful recovery.”
- The 25-year-old man that authorities say is responsible for bombing a fertility clinic in Palm Springs, California, was reportedly a self-proclaimed “pro-mortalist” and believed that people should not be brought into the world without their own consent.
- Guy Edward Bartkus — who was from Twentynine Palms — allegedly set off a car bomb on Saturday near the American Reproductive Center fertility clinic, killing himself and injuring four others.
- The FBI described Bartkus as having “nihilistic ideation,” and noted he may have attempted to livestream the bombing on social media. Authorities are also looking into a possible manifesto Bartkus wrote as part of their investigation, Davis said.
- He was identified to be an “anti-mortalist”. He does not believe people should be born without their permission.
https://www.perplexity.ai/discover/top/mexican-navy-ship-crashes-into-mJB8jZW_TP2ZgFPjrA6ZJg
https://www.foxnews.com/health/biden-battling-most-aggressive-type-prostate-cancer-bone-metastasis-medical-expert-says
https://www.foxnews.com/us/who-was-guy-edward-bartkus-what-we-know-about-palm-springs-bombing-suspect
It Was Worse Than We Thought
https://www.dailywire.com/news/former-kamala-aide-says-biden-hur-interview-audio-is-good-for-democrats?author=Virginia+Kruta&category=News&elementPosition=1&row=3&rowHeadline=Latest+News&rowType=Vertical+Carousel&title=Former+Kamala+Aide+Says+Biden-Hur+Interview+Audio+Is+%E2%80%A6+Good+For+Democrats%3F
https://www.dailywire.com/news/audio-of-bidens-special-counsel-interview-is-out-and-its-painful-to-listen-to?author=Tim+Pearce&category=News&elementPosition=20&row=3&rowHeadline=Latest+News&rowType=Vertical+Carousel&title=Audio+Of+Biden%E2%80%99s+Special+Counsel+Interview+Is+Out%2C+And+It%E2%80%99s+Painful+To+Listen+To
These Guys Just Want to Lose
A key piece of President Donald Trump’s legislative agenda-an expansive bill combining tax cuts, spending increases, and policy reforms-was unexpectedly blocked by a group of conservative House Republicans on Friday, May 16, 2025. This internal GOP revolt has exposed deep divisions within the party and thrown the future of Trump’s so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” into uncertainty.
Key Details of the Blocked Bill
Committee Vote: The House Budget Committee, controlled by Republicans, voted 16-21 against advancing the bill. Five conservative Republicans joined all Democrats in opposition14567.
Contents: The bill aimed to extend Trump-era tax cuts, eliminate taxes on tips and overtime, increase defense spending, and boost funding for border enforcement. It also included reforms to Medicaid and repeals of green energy tax incentives2356.
Why Did GOP Members Block the Bill?
Fiscal Concerns and Deficit Worries
- The dissenting Republicans, mostly from the party’s fiscal hardline wing, argued the bill did not do enough to cut federal spending and would worsen the national deficit, which stands at $36 trillion1234567.
- They specifically objected to delayed savings and immediate new spending, saying the bill “falls profoundly short” of deficit reduction promises1467.
Demands for Policy Changes
- Hardliners want stricter work requirements for Medicaid recipients to take effect immediately, not in 2029 as the bill currently proposes56.
- They also demand deeper cuts to clean energy subsidies and more aggressive reductions in social safety net programs256.
Strategic Maneuvers
- Rep. Lloyd Smucker switched his vote from “yes” to “no” for procedural reasons, allowing the bill to be reconsidered if leadership secures more concessions1256.
Political Fallout and Next Steps
- Embarrassment for GOP Leadership: The defeat is a major setback for Speaker Mike Johnson and President Trump, who had called for party unity and swift passage of the bill1457.
- Party Divisions: The episode highlights the rift between hardline conservatives-demanding deeper cuts-and moderates, who warn that slashing social programs could endanger the GOP’s slim House majority in the 2026 midterms23456.
- Ongoing Negotiations: GOP leaders are working through the weekend to amend the bill and win over the holdouts, but risk losing moderate support if the bill moves further right156.
Outlook
The House Budget Committee is scheduled to reconvene for another attempt to advance the bill, but it remains unclear what changes could satisfy both the conservative and moderate wings of the GOP. Without a compromise, the bill’s prospects for passage before the Memorial Day recess are uncertain12456.
https://www.perplexity.ai/search/donald-trump-bill-blocked-by-g-EvkZxgwuTFigkgR.3.XmcA
The New Pope
The New Pope: Pope Leo XIV
The new pope is Robert Francis Prevost, who has taken the papal name Leo XIV. He was elected on May 8, 2025, becoming the 267th leader of the Roman Catholic Church and making history as the first American-born pope1237.
Background
- Full Name: Robert Francis Prevost
- Age: 69
- Birthplace: Chicago, United States
- Religious Order: Augustinian
- Missionary Work: Spent significant years in Peru, where he became a bishop and later a naturalized citizen. He is fluent in Spanish and Italian and is known for his work with marginalized communities and migrants12.
- Vatican Experience: Before his election, he led the Vatican office responsible for the selection and oversight of bishops worldwide12.
Significance
- First American Pope: Leo XIV is the first pope from the United States and the first from the Augustinian order27.
- Latin American Ties: Despite his American roots, his long service in Peru has given him strong connections to Latin America, echoing the global perspective of his predecessor, Pope Francis2.
- Election: The conclave that elected him lasted only three sessions and 24 hours, with 133 cardinals participating27.
Papal Priorities and Perspectives
- Continuity with Francis: Pope Leo XIV is expected to continue many of the reforms and consultative approaches championed by Pope Francis, especially regarding the inclusion of laypeople in church decision-making and advocacy for migrants and the poor12.
- Social Issues: He is considered reserved and tactful, and while he has not been outspoken recently on LGBTQ+ issues, past comments suggest a more traditional stance compared to Francis1. He has, however, publicly criticized hardline immigration policies in the United States12.
- Public Message: In his first address, Leo XIV called for unity, peace, and remembrance of those in distress, urging the church and global community to “advance together, united and hand in hand with God”27.
https://www.perplexity.ai/search/who-is-the-new-pope-rtXz2b28QlCtWC7ziEpwDw