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[https://www.statesman.com/news/politics/article/texas-gop-platform-2026-convention-22289377.php]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] rejects [[Trump]]'s request''' not to strike [[Israel]] in exchange for [[money]], saying its allies are not for sale. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/is-this-why-trump-thinks-iranians] ''[[Zerohedge]]'': [[Pentagon]] officially elevates Israel's intelligence threat level to highest category. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/angry-pentagon-sources-leak-report-israels-unhinged-spying-us-officials][https://youtu.be/HZ_mu-r65og]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[France]]'s new 30-year-old [[conservative]] superstar''' Jordan Bardella is ahead to become its president next year, and he waves off any support by [[Trump]]. [https://www.politico.eu/article/frances-far-right-frontrunner-jordan-bardella-rejects-us-donald-trumps-backing/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[UK]] provocation: [[Starmer]] seizes tanker''' carrying [[Russian oil]] in [[English Channel]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/06/14/facing-domestic-military-embarrassment-british-pm-starmer-orders-capture-of-russian-shadow-fleet-tanker/] ''Meanwhile, Starmer refuses to stop [[illegal immigrants]] from entering UK by boat.'' [https://youtu.be/Elp8kHtlQgc]<br /> ----<br /> '''Entire [[U.S.]] men's [[World Cup]] team thanked [[God]]''' on the field after their 4-1 victory over [[Paraguay]]: [https://www.instagram.com/p/DZh5y_Gh7xk/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Tulsi Gabbard]] exposes [[cover-up]] by [[Deep State]]''': 'new evidence of past [[U.S. funded biological labs abroad|US government funding for more than 120 biolabs]] in over 30 countries,' she reveals. [https://x.com/DNIGabbard/status/2065440568423944607][https://justthenews.com/government/federal-agencies/gabbard-releases-intelligence-showing-federal-government-has-funded-120][https://www.malone.news/p/dni-gabbard-reveals-evidence-of-us] [[Andrew Korybko]]: [[Laura Loomer]] &amp; [[MAGA]] like her are wrong: 'MAGA Dissidents' aren’t a 'Russian influence op'. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/laura-loomer-and-maga-like-her-are]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Glenn Diesen]] interviews [[Mearsheimer]] &amp; [[Karaganov]]: [[Nuclear war|Nuclear strike]]''' on [[Europe]] to restore [[Deterrence theory|deterrence]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/what-nuclear-taboo] ''Not fearing [[nuclear war]] has destabilized the [[planet]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Intercept]]'': Top [[Pentagon]] official admits''' boat strike may have killed victims of [[human trafficking]]. [https://theintercept.com/2026/06/10/trump-boat-strikes-human-trafficking-victims/] ''No one would smuggle [[cocaine]] with 11 people on board their drug-running boat.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] top commander: '[[Russia]] not looking for conflict'.''' [https://www.ft.com/content/751d4555-9e8c-42a0-a37b-80893727776c] [[Ukrainian]]s beat [[TCC|Zelensky goons]] with axes and shovels. [https://t.me/rezident_ua/29662]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[U.S.]] men's [[World Cup]] team is outspokenly [[Christian]]''': &quot;It's [[Bible]] time.&quot; [https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/07/usmnt-religion-christian-pulisic-world-cup-2026]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': [[priest]] in [[Spain]] denies [[communion]] to a [[homosexual]] man in a [[same-sex marriage]], and doesn't waver amid [[liberal]] protests. [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/faithful-priest-targeted-by-protesters-after-denying-married-homosexual-holy-communion/?utm_source=popular] '''Update:''' First [[Gay pride]] parade in [[Israel]] in 2 years. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/thousands-gather-as-lgbtq-pride-parade-kicks-off-in-tel-aviv-for-first-time-in-two-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Belfast]] in flames.''' [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/after-a-shocking-crime-in-belfast-ireland-wakes-up/][https://youtu.be/0iynCosZ0UE] ''[[Catholics]] &amp; [[Protestant]]s unite to send [[immigrant]]s home.'' [https://youtu.be/E5Yn65VS0Rg] [[UK]] Minister for [[Northern Ireland]] says 'crackdown coming' against those who complain about beheading. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/06/12/britains-prime-minister-for-northern-ireland-says-a-crackdown-is-coming-against-those-who-complain-about-beheading/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] hits [[India]]n oil tanker''', [https://youtu.be/PsdFwjKE6hk] 3 Indian sailors killed; [https://x.com/sarbanandsonwal/status/2064965653749268514] [[India]] deploys [[nuke]]s for first time in history. [https://youtu.be/7sRN6hnzRxw] India signals rethink over [[West Asia]]. [https://www.indianpunchline.com/india-signals-rethink-over-west-asia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] [[escalate]]s [[war]]''', [https://x.com/CENTCOM/status/2064824143640502670] water treatment plant hit. [https://www.aa.com.tr/en/world/iran-says-us-military-deliberately-struck-vital-civilian-water-infrastructure-in-south/3963183]<br /> ----<br /> ''''The Art of The No Deal':''' [https://x.com/barnes_law/status/2059668005252952355] [[Trump]] cancels [[aggression]] against [[Iran]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/live-blog/live-updates-us-strikes-iran-trump-hormuz-closed-rcna349554]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] ally [[Erdoğan]]: [[Israel]]i actions''' in [[Syria]] and [[Lebanon]] threaten [[Turkiye]]. [https://greekcitytimes.com/2026/06/10/erdogan-greater-israel-threat-turkey-syria-lebanon-2026/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mario Nawfal]] interviews [[Tucker Carlson]].''' [https://youtu.be/seaUXVin4Gw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] revokes [[Biden]]-era''' flawed and [[fraud]]ulent intelligence assessments. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/06/12/dni-tulsi-gabbard-aaron-lukas-revokes-biden-era-assessments-created-inside-weaponized-cia-analyst-system/] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic splits [[Texas]] from the [[U.S.]]''', as a Texas court rules in favor of allowing the [[NCAA]]-banned Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby to play. On appeal, &quot;all four judges are Texas Tech alums if you're wondering,&quot; [[Associated Press|AP]] reports. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/wireStory/college-sports-suddenly-facing-major-question-hinges-gambling-133740336] ''&quot;Don't mess with [[Texas]]&quot;!!!!''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again: the [[liberal media]] and the [[Establishment]] lose in a landslide''' to [[Graham Platner]], 72%-28%, in the [[Maine]] [[Dem]] primary for [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://www.cnn.com/election/2026/primaries/maine?admin1=23&amp;election-data-id=2026-SD&amp;election-painting-mode=single-party-candidates&amp;filter-key-races=false&amp;filter-flipped=false&amp;filter-remaining=false] ''[[Republican]]s face similar losses in the [[2026 midterm elections]], if they don't pivot soon''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Fun to read about''': the genuine, intelligent [[populist]] [[Progressive]], [[Graham Platner]], sharply rebukes the idiotic one, [[John Fetterman]]. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5915534-maine-senate-race-platner-fetterman/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The American Conservative]]'': Is the [[Iran war]]''' tipping [[Persian Gulf|the Gulf]] away from the [[US]]?<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Israel]] defies [[Trump]]''' and attacks [[Iran]]. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/iran-fm-blames-us-contradictions-stalled-peace-talks-tehran-slaps-million-dollar][https://www.timesofisrael.com/defying-trump-israel-strikes-iranian-military-fuel-targets-iran-houthis-fire-missiles-at-israel/][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/iran-war-israel-again-bombs-lebanon-defying-trump-and-killing-deal-middle-east-straits-as-foundations-for-new-security-architecture-alon-mizrahis-zionism-delenda-est-debate-over-oil-cliff-t.html] [[News Forensics]]: The Donald &amp; Bibi Show. [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-donald-and-bibi-show] ''Not a comedy''. [[Houthi]]s ban Israeli shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb. [https://youtu.be/8M3QHjXk-04]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Pentagon]] accuses [[Israel]] of spying''' on the [[Trump 2.0|Trump administration]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/pentagon-raised-threat-israeli-spying-us-highest-level-sources-say-rcna348565]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: '[[Israel]] is sliding''' towards [[anarchy]]'. [https://azradale.substack.com/p/israel-is-sliding-towards-anarchy]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sen Mark Warner]] kept the [[Russia hoax]] alive''' for a decade. Now he’s blocking Pulte, the man who could expose him. [https://youtu.be/1_kVEbEZDf4]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite fail in their out-all smears of [[Graham Platner]]''', the anti-war [[progressive]] opportunist in [[Maine]] campaigning against the [[Establishment]]. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/maine-democrats-divided-platner-stick-reluctantly/story][https://jimtreacher.substack.com/p/i-believe-lyndsey-fifield][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/gop-aipac-centrist-dems-for-keeps-schumer-platner-el-sayed.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] shot down [[Apache helicopter]].''' [https://youtu.be/MBIH6L9x0bg] ''First Apache helicopter lost in [[Iran war|Iran conflict]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservative populist]] Zach Lahn won a stunning upset over the [[Trump]]-endorsed favorite''' for the [[GOP]] nomination for [[Iowa]] governor. Lahn opposed [[data center]]s, was endorsed by MAHA, and by [https://x.com/SteaknShake/status/2062149779446980912?s=20 Steak 'n Shake!] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] gives [[Azov Nazi]]s [[AI]]-guided [[drone]]s''' &amp; why these are not game-changers. [https://rumble.com/v7at8zy-us-gives-ukrainian-nazis-ai-guided-drones-and-why-these-are-not-game-change.html] [[Putin]] responds to latest [[NATO]]/[[Zelensky]] [[psyop]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/putins-message-to-ukraine-keep-on][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-at-the-crossroads-as-elites]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]'''. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Robert Pape]]: The New Phase.''' [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/the-new-phase]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': More than a dozen [[House]] [[Republican]]s''' help [[Democrat]]s pass [[Ukraine aid]] package. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/more-dozen-house-republicans-help-democrats-pass-ukraine-aid-package]. Pigs at the [[democracy]] trough. [https://boriquagato.substack.com/p/pigs-at-the-democracy-trough]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] walks out of interview''' with ''[[Meet the Press]]'' [[fake news]] anchor [[Kristen Welker]]. [https://youtu.be/eCryZlXg7Uk]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, vote for a 60-day window to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the [[Starobelsk massacre]]? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196632 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-14T17:42:35Z <p>Aschlafly: trim bolding</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''[[France]]'s new 30-year-old [[conservative]] superstar''' Jordan Bardella is ahead to become its president next year, and he waves off any support by [[Trump]]. [https://www.politico.eu/article/frances-far-right-frontrunner-jordan-bardella-rejects-us-donald-trumps-backing/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Entire [[U.S.]] men's [[World Cup]] team thanked [[God]]''' on the field after their 4-1 victory over [[Paraguay]]: [https://www.instagram.com/p/DZh5y_Gh7xk/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Tulsi Gabbard]] exposes [[cover-up]] by [[Deep State]]''': 'new evidence of past [[U.S. funded biological labs abroad|US government funding for more than 120 biolabs]] in over 30 countries,' she reveals. [https://x.com/DNIGabbard/status/2065440568423944607][https://justthenews.com/government/federal-agencies/gabbard-releases-intelligence-showing-federal-government-has-funded-120][https://www.malone.news/p/dni-gabbard-reveals-evidence-of-us] [[Andrew Korybko]]: [[Laura Loomer]] &amp; [[MAGA]] like her are wrong: 'MAGA Dissidents' aren’t a 'Russian influence op'. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/laura-loomer-and-maga-like-her-are]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Glenn Diesen]] interviews [[Mearsheimer]] &amp; [[Karaganov]]: [[Nuclear war|Nuclear strike]]''' on [[Europe]] to restore [[Deterrence theory|deterrence]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/what-nuclear-taboo] ''Not fearing [[nuclear war]] has destabilized the [[planet]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Intercept]]'': Top [[Pentagon]] official admits''' boat strike may have killed victims of [[human trafficking]]. [https://theintercept.com/2026/06/10/trump-boat-strikes-human-trafficking-victims/] ''No one would smuggle [[cocaine]] with 11 people on board their drug-running boat.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] top commander: '[[Russia]] not looking for conflict'.''' [https://www.ft.com/content/751d4555-9e8c-42a0-a37b-80893727776c] [[Ukrainian]]s beat [[TCC|Zelensky goons]] with axes and shovels. [https://t.me/rezident_ua/29662]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[U.S.]] men's [[World Cup]] team is outspokenly [[Christian]]''': &quot;It's [[Bible]] time.&quot; [https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/07/usmnt-religion-christian-pulisic-world-cup-2026]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': [[priest]] in [[Spain]] denies [[communion]] to a [[homosexual]] man in a [[same-sex marriage]], and doesn't waver amid [[liberal]] protests. [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/faithful-priest-targeted-by-protesters-after-denying-married-homosexual-holy-communion/?utm_source=popular] '''Update:''' First [[Gay pride]] parade in [[Israel]] in 2 years. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/thousands-gather-as-lgbtq-pride-parade-kicks-off-in-tel-aviv-for-first-time-in-two-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Belfast]] in flames.''' [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/after-a-shocking-crime-in-belfast-ireland-wakes-up/][https://youtu.be/0iynCosZ0UE] ''[[Catholics]] &amp; [[Protestant]]s unite to send [[immigrant]]s home.'' [https://youtu.be/E5Yn65VS0Rg] [[UK]] Minister for [[Northern Ireland]] says 'crackdown coming' against those who complain about beheading. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/06/12/britains-prime-minister-for-northern-ireland-says-a-crackdown-is-coming-against-those-who-complain-about-beheading/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] hits [[India]]n oil tanker''', [https://youtu.be/PsdFwjKE6hk] 3 Indian sailors killed; [https://x.com/sarbanandsonwal/status/2064965653749268514] [[India]] deploys [[nuke]]s for first time in history. [https://youtu.be/7sRN6hnzRxw] India signals rethink over [[West Asia]]. [https://www.indianpunchline.com/india-signals-rethink-over-west-asia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] [[escalate]]s [[war]]''', [https://x.com/CENTCOM/status/2064824143640502670] water treatment plant hit. [https://www.aa.com.tr/en/world/iran-says-us-military-deliberately-struck-vital-civilian-water-infrastructure-in-south/3963183]<br /> ----<br /> ''''The Art of The No Deal':''' [https://x.com/barnes_law/status/2059668005252952355] [[Trump]] cancels [[aggression]] against [[Iran]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/live-blog/live-updates-us-strikes-iran-trump-hormuz-closed-rcna349554]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] ally [[Erdoğan]]: [[Israel]]i actions''' in [[Syria]] and [[Lebanon]] threaten [[Turkiye]]. [https://greekcitytimes.com/2026/06/10/erdogan-greater-israel-threat-turkey-syria-lebanon-2026/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mario Nawfal]] interviews [[Tucker Carlson]].''' [https://youtu.be/seaUXVin4Gw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] revokes [[Biden]]-era''' flawed and [[fraud]]ulent intelligence assessments. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/06/12/dni-tulsi-gabbard-aaron-lukas-revokes-biden-era-assessments-created-inside-weaponized-cia-analyst-system/] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic splits [[Texas]] from the [[U.S.]]''', as a Texas court rules in favor of allowing the [[NCAA]]-banned Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby to play. On appeal, &quot;all four judges are Texas Tech alums if you're wondering,&quot; [[Associated Press|AP]] reports. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/wireStory/college-sports-suddenly-facing-major-question-hinges-gambling-133740336] ''&quot;Don't mess with [[Texas]]&quot;!!!!''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again: the [[liberal media]] and the [[Establishment]] lose in a landslide''' to [[Graham Platner]], 72%-28%, in the [[Maine]] [[Dem]] primary for [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://www.cnn.com/election/2026/primaries/maine?admin1=23&amp;election-data-id=2026-SD&amp;election-painting-mode=single-party-candidates&amp;filter-key-races=false&amp;filter-flipped=false&amp;filter-remaining=false] ''[[Republican]]s face similar losses in the [[2026 midterm elections]], if they don't pivot soon''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Fun to read about''': the genuine, intelligent [[populist]] [[Progressive]], [[Graham Platner]], sharply rebukes the idiotic one, [[John Fetterman]]. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5915534-maine-senate-race-platner-fetterman/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The American Conservative]]'': Is the [[Iran war]]''' tipping [[Persian Gulf|the Gulf]] away from the [[US]]?<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Israel]] defies [[Trump]]''' and attacks [[Iran]]. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/iran-fm-blames-us-contradictions-stalled-peace-talks-tehran-slaps-million-dollar][https://www.timesofisrael.com/defying-trump-israel-strikes-iranian-military-fuel-targets-iran-houthis-fire-missiles-at-israel/][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/iran-war-israel-again-bombs-lebanon-defying-trump-and-killing-deal-middle-east-straits-as-foundations-for-new-security-architecture-alon-mizrahis-zionism-delenda-est-debate-over-oil-cliff-t.html] [[News Forensics]]: The Donald &amp; Bibi Show. [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-donald-and-bibi-show] ''Not a comedy''. [[Houthi]]s ban Israeli shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb. [https://youtu.be/8M3QHjXk-04]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Pentagon]] accuses [[Israel]] of spying''' on the [[Trump 2.0|Trump administration]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/pentagon-raised-threat-israeli-spying-us-highest-level-sources-say-rcna348565]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: '[[Israel]] is sliding''' towards [[anarchy]]'. [https://azradale.substack.com/p/israel-is-sliding-towards-anarchy]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sen Mark Warner]] kept the [[Russia hoax]] alive''' for a decade. Now he’s blocking Pulte, the man who could expose him. [https://youtu.be/1_kVEbEZDf4]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite fail in their out-all smears of [[Graham Platner]]''', the anti-war [[progressive]] opportunist in [[Maine]] campaigning against the [[Establishment]]. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/maine-democrats-divided-platner-stick-reluctantly/story][https://jimtreacher.substack.com/p/i-believe-lyndsey-fifield][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/gop-aipac-centrist-dems-for-keeps-schumer-platner-el-sayed.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] shot down [[Apache helicopter]].''' [https://youtu.be/MBIH6L9x0bg] ''First Apache helicopter lost in [[Iran war|Iran conflict]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservative populist]] Zach Lahn won a stunning upset over the [[Trump]]-endorsed favorite''' for the [[GOP]] nomination for [[Iowa]] governor. Lahn opposed [[data center]]s, was endorsed by MAHA, and by [https://x.com/SteaknShake/status/2062149779446980912?s=20 Steak 'n Shake!] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] gives [[Azov Nazi]]s [[AI]]-guided [[drone]]s''' &amp; why these are not game-changers. [https://rumble.com/v7at8zy-us-gives-ukrainian-nazis-ai-guided-drones-and-why-these-are-not-game-change.html] [[Putin]] responds to latest [[NATO]]/[[Zelensky]] [[psyop]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/putins-message-to-ukraine-keep-on][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-at-the-crossroads-as-elites]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]'''. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Robert Pape]]: The New Phase.''' [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/the-new-phase]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': More than a dozen [[House]] [[Republican]]s''' help [[Democrat]]s pass [[Ukraine aid]] package. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/more-dozen-house-republicans-help-democrats-pass-ukraine-aid-package]. Pigs at the [[democracy]] trough. [https://boriquagato.substack.com/p/pigs-at-the-democracy-trough]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] walks out of interview''' with ''[[Meet the Press]]'' [[fake news]] anchor [[Kristen Welker]]. [https://youtu.be/eCryZlXg7Uk]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, vote for a 60-day window to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the [[Starobelsk massacre]]? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196631 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-14T17:42:02Z <p>Aschlafly: France's new 30-year-old conservative superstar Jordan Bardella is ahead to become its president next year, and he waves off any support by Trump.</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''[[France]]'s new 30-year-old [[conservative]] superstar Jordan Bardella is ahead to become its president next year''', and he waves off any support by [[Trump]]. [https://www.politico.eu/article/frances-far-right-frontrunner-jordan-bardella-rejects-us-donald-trumps-backing/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Entire [[U.S.]] men's [[World Cup]] team thanked [[God]]''' on the field after their 4-1 victory over [[Paraguay]]: [https://www.instagram.com/p/DZh5y_Gh7xk/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Tulsi Gabbard]] exposes [[cover-up]] by [[Deep State]]''': 'new evidence of past [[U.S. funded biological labs abroad|US government funding for more than 120 biolabs]] in over 30 countries,' she reveals. [https://x.com/DNIGabbard/status/2065440568423944607][https://justthenews.com/government/federal-agencies/gabbard-releases-intelligence-showing-federal-government-has-funded-120][https://www.malone.news/p/dni-gabbard-reveals-evidence-of-us] [[Andrew Korybko]]: [[Laura Loomer]] &amp; [[MAGA]] like her are wrong: 'MAGA Dissidents' aren’t a 'Russian influence op'. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/laura-loomer-and-maga-like-her-are]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Glenn Diesen]] interviews [[Mearsheimer]] &amp; [[Karaganov]]: [[Nuclear war|Nuclear strike]]''' on [[Europe]] to restore [[Deterrence theory|deterrence]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/what-nuclear-taboo] ''Not fearing [[nuclear war]] has destabilized the [[planet]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Intercept]]'': Top [[Pentagon]] official admits''' boat strike may have killed victims of [[human trafficking]]. [https://theintercept.com/2026/06/10/trump-boat-strikes-human-trafficking-victims/] ''No one would smuggle [[cocaine]] with 11 people on board their drug-running boat.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] top commander: '[[Russia]] not looking for conflict'.''' [https://www.ft.com/content/751d4555-9e8c-42a0-a37b-80893727776c] [[Ukrainian]]s beat [[TCC|Zelensky goons]] with axes and shovels. [https://t.me/rezident_ua/29662]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[U.S.]] men's [[World Cup]] team is outspokenly [[Christian]]''': &quot;It's [[Bible]] time.&quot; [https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/07/usmnt-religion-christian-pulisic-world-cup-2026]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': [[priest]] in [[Spain]] denies [[communion]] to a [[homosexual]] man in a [[same-sex marriage]], and doesn't waver amid [[liberal]] protests. [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/faithful-priest-targeted-by-protesters-after-denying-married-homosexual-holy-communion/?utm_source=popular] '''Update:''' First [[Gay pride]] parade in [[Israel]] in 2 years. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/thousands-gather-as-lgbtq-pride-parade-kicks-off-in-tel-aviv-for-first-time-in-two-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Belfast]] in flames.''' [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/after-a-shocking-crime-in-belfast-ireland-wakes-up/][https://youtu.be/0iynCosZ0UE] ''[[Catholics]] &amp; [[Protestant]]s unite to send [[immigrant]]s home.'' [https://youtu.be/E5Yn65VS0Rg] [[UK]] Minister for [[Northern Ireland]] says 'crackdown coming' against those who complain about beheading. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/06/12/britains-prime-minister-for-northern-ireland-says-a-crackdown-is-coming-against-those-who-complain-about-beheading/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] hits [[India]]n oil tanker''', [https://youtu.be/PsdFwjKE6hk] 3 Indian sailors killed; [https://x.com/sarbanandsonwal/status/2064965653749268514] [[India]] deploys [[nuke]]s for first time in history. [https://youtu.be/7sRN6hnzRxw] India signals rethink over [[West Asia]]. [https://www.indianpunchline.com/india-signals-rethink-over-west-asia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] [[escalate]]s [[war]]''', [https://x.com/CENTCOM/status/2064824143640502670] water treatment plant hit. [https://www.aa.com.tr/en/world/iran-says-us-military-deliberately-struck-vital-civilian-water-infrastructure-in-south/3963183]<br /> ----<br /> ''''The Art of The No Deal':''' [https://x.com/barnes_law/status/2059668005252952355] [[Trump]] cancels [[aggression]] against [[Iran]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/live-blog/live-updates-us-strikes-iran-trump-hormuz-closed-rcna349554]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] ally [[Erdoğan]]: [[Israel]]i actions''' in [[Syria]] and [[Lebanon]] threaten [[Turkiye]]. [https://greekcitytimes.com/2026/06/10/erdogan-greater-israel-threat-turkey-syria-lebanon-2026/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mario Nawfal]] interviews [[Tucker Carlson]].''' [https://youtu.be/seaUXVin4Gw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] revokes [[Biden]]-era''' flawed and [[fraud]]ulent intelligence assessments. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/06/12/dni-tulsi-gabbard-aaron-lukas-revokes-biden-era-assessments-created-inside-weaponized-cia-analyst-system/] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic splits [[Texas]] from the [[U.S.]]''', as a Texas court rules in favor of allowing the [[NCAA]]-banned Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby to play. On appeal, &quot;all four judges are Texas Tech alums if you're wondering,&quot; [[Associated Press|AP]] reports. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/wireStory/college-sports-suddenly-facing-major-question-hinges-gambling-133740336] ''&quot;Don't mess with [[Texas]]&quot;!!!!''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again: the [[liberal media]] and the [[Establishment]] lose in a landslide''' to [[Graham Platner]], 72%-28%, in the [[Maine]] [[Dem]] primary for [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://www.cnn.com/election/2026/primaries/maine?admin1=23&amp;election-data-id=2026-SD&amp;election-painting-mode=single-party-candidates&amp;filter-key-races=false&amp;filter-flipped=false&amp;filter-remaining=false] ''[[Republican]]s face similar losses in the [[2026 midterm elections]], if they don't pivot soon''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Fun to read about''': the genuine, intelligent [[populist]] [[Progressive]], [[Graham Platner]], sharply rebukes the idiotic one, [[John Fetterman]]. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5915534-maine-senate-race-platner-fetterman/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The American Conservative]]'': Is the [[Iran war]]''' tipping [[Persian Gulf|the Gulf]] away from the [[US]]?<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Israel]] defies [[Trump]]''' and attacks [[Iran]]. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/iran-fm-blames-us-contradictions-stalled-peace-talks-tehran-slaps-million-dollar][https://www.timesofisrael.com/defying-trump-israel-strikes-iranian-military-fuel-targets-iran-houthis-fire-missiles-at-israel/][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/iran-war-israel-again-bombs-lebanon-defying-trump-and-killing-deal-middle-east-straits-as-foundations-for-new-security-architecture-alon-mizrahis-zionism-delenda-est-debate-over-oil-cliff-t.html] [[News Forensics]]: The Donald &amp; Bibi Show. [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-donald-and-bibi-show] ''Not a comedy''. [[Houthi]]s ban Israeli shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb. [https://youtu.be/8M3QHjXk-04]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Pentagon]] accuses [[Israel]] of spying''' on the [[Trump 2.0|Trump administration]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/pentagon-raised-threat-israeli-spying-us-highest-level-sources-say-rcna348565]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: '[[Israel]] is sliding''' towards [[anarchy]]'. [https://azradale.substack.com/p/israel-is-sliding-towards-anarchy]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sen Mark Warner]] kept the [[Russia hoax]] alive''' for a decade. Now he’s blocking Pulte, the man who could expose him. [https://youtu.be/1_kVEbEZDf4]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite fail in their out-all smears of [[Graham Platner]]''', the anti-war [[progressive]] opportunist in [[Maine]] campaigning against the [[Establishment]]. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/maine-democrats-divided-platner-stick-reluctantly/story][https://jimtreacher.substack.com/p/i-believe-lyndsey-fifield][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/gop-aipac-centrist-dems-for-keeps-schumer-platner-el-sayed.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] shot down [[Apache helicopter]].''' [https://youtu.be/MBIH6L9x0bg] ''First Apache helicopter lost in [[Iran war|Iran conflict]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservative populist]] Zach Lahn won a stunning upset over the [[Trump]]-endorsed favorite''' for the [[GOP]] nomination for [[Iowa]] governor. Lahn opposed [[data center]]s, was endorsed by MAHA, and by [https://x.com/SteaknShake/status/2062149779446980912?s=20 Steak 'n Shake!] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] gives [[Azov Nazi]]s [[AI]]-guided [[drone]]s''' &amp; why these are not game-changers. [https://rumble.com/v7at8zy-us-gives-ukrainian-nazis-ai-guided-drones-and-why-these-are-not-game-change.html] [[Putin]] responds to latest [[NATO]]/[[Zelensky]] [[psyop]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/putins-message-to-ukraine-keep-on][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-at-the-crossroads-as-elites]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]'''. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Robert Pape]]: The New Phase.''' [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/the-new-phase]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': More than a dozen [[House]] [[Republican]]s''' help [[Democrat]]s pass [[Ukraine aid]] package. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/more-dozen-house-republicans-help-democrats-pass-ukraine-aid-package]. Pigs at the [[democracy]] trough. [https://boriquagato.substack.com/p/pigs-at-the-democracy-trough]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] walks out of interview''' with ''[[Meet the Press]]'' [[fake news]] anchor [[Kristen Welker]]. [https://youtu.be/eCryZlXg7Uk]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, vote for a 60-day window to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the [[Starobelsk massacre]]? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Road_to_Emmaus&diff=2196630 Road to Emmaus 2026-06-14T16:44:15Z <p>Aschlafly: </p> <hr /> <div>[[File:Rembrandt Supper at Emmaus.jpg|300px|right|thumb|[[Rembrandt]]'s painting of the ''Supper at Emmaus'' (1648).]]<br /> The '''Road to Emmaus''' (pronounced &quot;eh-MAY-uhs&quot;) is one of the most beautiful and piercing accounts in all of [[the Gospels]]. As set forth at [[Luke 17-24 (Translated)#24:13|Luke 24:13-35]], it describes an encounter by two disciples who had been close to [[Jesus]], only one of whom is identified (Cleopas), with an ostensible stranger who meets and joins them during the walk. They walked together towards Emmaus, a distance of about 7 miles,&lt;ref&gt;The Greek says 60 stadia [https://biblehub.com/interlinear/luke/24-13.htm Interlinear Greek], and a stadion (singular) was 600 feet, which varied in length depending on the region's average foot size. At one-tenth of a mile for 60 stadia, the total distance would have been 6 rather than 7 miles.&lt;/ref&gt; perhaps until nightfall made it less safe to proceed further. It is likely that the [[Epistle to the Hebrews]] documents what the stranger said to the two disciples during this walk,&lt;ref&gt;See [[Mystery:Did Jesus Write the Epistle to the Hebrews?]]&lt;/ref&gt; as Jesus would want his sermon repeated to others and the disciples could have been [[scribe]]s intentionally selected by Jesus for this sermon. {{Bibleref|Hebrews|13|2}} foreshadows [[Jesus]]'s revelation at the end, by advising to be hospitable to strangers as they may be unrecognized [[angel]]s.&lt;ref&gt;&quot;Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.&quot; ([[ESV]])&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> The incident is so compelling that there have been many paintings of it, particularly from the [[Renaissance]]. [[Rembrandt]], for example, completed two paintings and two etchings of the incident, including his ''Supper at Emmaus'' in 1648 which is now at the [[Louvre]]. Caravaggio (1571-1610) also did multiple paintings of this incident, including his painting ''Supper at Emmaus'' in 1601.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.artway.eu/content.php?id=1154&amp;lang=en&amp;action=show&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> The encounter captures perfectly the startling sensation of surprise awareness that is so difficult to describe. This account is considered the most famous of the post-[[Resurrection]] encounters with [[Jesus]].<br /> <br /> This encounter suggests that Jesus's nails in the [[Crucifixion]] were through his wrists rather than hands -- as the [[Gospels]] may be translated from the ambigious [[Greek]] -- because the disciples would have noticed and remarked on nail wounds had they been in the hands as thus highly visible. The [[Shroud of Turin]] shows the wounds through the wrists.<br /> <br /> == Awareness ==<br /> <br /> This account is one of several places in the [[Bible]] which describes a physical effect caused by awareness: here, the inability to see [[Jesus]] once the observers became aware of his presence. Other passages where awareness had a physical impact is the walking on water by Peter (he sunk when he became aware of the challenges) and the calming of the storm by Jesus (it calmed when he observed it).<br /> <br /> The tasting of the water that had become wine, a miracle in the [[Gospel of John]], also utilizes awareness to attain a physical result. Similarly, [[the Fall]] in the [[Garden of Eden]] in the [[Book of Genesis]] is about the awareness of good and [[evil]] (See also: [[Good and evil]]).<br /> <br /> Nearly 2000 years later, modern [[quantum mechanics]] proved a similar astounding physical impact of human awareness.<br /> <br /> == Translating Luke 24:31 ==<br /> <br /> The pivotal verse is imprecisely translated. English Bible translations are evenly divided on whether to translate as &quot;vanish&quot; or &quot;disappear&quot; the departure of Jesus from the two disciples. A third, less common but perhaps more precise, approach is to translate [[Luke 17-24 (Translated)#24:31|Luke 24:31]] as &quot;became unseen.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;https://www.biblehub.com/luke/24-31.htm&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> The Greek word ἄφαντος, which is used only once in the entire Bible, means &quot;invisible&quot;. It implies that [[Jesus]] did not leave but became hidden. That is consistent with modern [[quantum mechanics]] and awareness, as Jesus reverted to a different physical state upon awareness of the observers. Hence the clause is properly translated as &quot;This opened their eyes, and they recognized Him; whereupon his presence became hidden.&quot;<br /> <br /> == Walking ability ==<br /> The ''HarperCollins Bible Dictionary'' states, “Anyone familiar with Palestinian Bedouin or Arabs in a pre-automotive culture would not doubt the [[disciples]]’ ability to walk forty miles in a day.”&lt;ref&gt;https://library.biblicalarchaeology.org/article/emmaus-where-christ-appeared/?_gl=1*1e0yb69*_gcl_au*MTAwMDU4NDAxMC4xNzQ5ODM0MDU3*_ga*MTc3MTEzMzYxMy4xNzQ5ODM0MDU4*_ga_7MSGCYKLB3*czE3NTIyNTIzMTkkbzQkZzAkdDE3NTIyNTIzMTkkajYwJGwwJGgxNDQyNzg5MTI1&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> == Old Testament ==<br /> <br /> This encounter has similarities to a passage in the [[Book of Genesis]] when [[Jacob]] wrestles, unwittingly, with [[Yahweh]] who took on a human form.<br /> <br /> == Additional paintings ==<br /> Additional paintings of this encounter were by:<br /> *Altobello Melone (circa 1516-17), in the National Gallery's main collection.<br /> *Duccio di Broninsegna (13th century), portraying the arrival at Emmaus when the two welcome Jesus to stay over<br /> *Caravaggio (1601), currently displayed in [[London]].<br /> == See also ==<br /> *[[Gospel of Luke]]<br /> *[https://library.biblicalarchaeology.org/article/emmaus-where-christ-appeared/?_gl=1*1e0yb69*_gcl_au*MTAwMDU4NDAxMC4xNzQ5ODM0MDU3*_ga*MTc3MTEzMzYxMy4xNzQ5ODM0MDU4*_ga_7MSGCYKLB3*czE3NTIyNTIzMTkkbzQkZzAkdDE3NTIyNTIzMTkkajYwJGwwJGgxNDQyNzg5MTI1 A fascinating analysis of where precisely Emmaus was]<br /> *[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmmTWQn95xQ YouTube short reenactment of the encounter, from ''The Passion'' (a BBC miniseries)]<br /> <br /> == References ==<br /> {{reflist}}<br /> [[category:Bible]]<br /> [[category:Gospels]]<br /> [[category:Hebrews]]</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Road_to_Emmaus&diff=2196629 Road to Emmaus 2026-06-14T16:42:03Z <p>Aschlafly: improved further</p> <hr /> <div>[[File:Rembrandt Supper at Emmaus.jpg|300px|right|thumb|[[Rembrandt]]'s painting of the ''Supper at Emmaus'' (1648).]]<br /> The '''Road to Emmaus''' (pronounced &quot;eh-MAY-uhs&quot;) is one of the most beautiful and piercing accounts in all of [[the Gospels]]. As set forth at [[Luke 17-24 (Translated)#24:13|Luke 24:13-35]], it describes an encounter by two disciples who had been close to [[Jesus]], only one of whom is identified (Cleopas), with an ostensible stranger who meets and joins them during the walk. They walked together towards Emmaus, a distance of about 7 miles,&lt;ref&gt;The Greek says 60 stadia [https://biblehub.com/interlinear/luke/24-13.htm Interlinear Greek], and a stadion (singular) was 600 feet, which varied in length depending on the region's average foot size. At one-tenth of a mile for 60 stadia, the total distance would have been 6 rather than 7 miles.&lt;/ref&gt; until it was too dark to proceed further safely. It is likely that the [[Epistle to the Hebrews]] documents what the stranger said to the two disciples during this walk,&lt;ref&gt;See [[Mystery:Did Jesus Write the Epistle to the Hebrews?]]&lt;/ref&gt; as Jesus would want his sermon repeated to others and the disciples could have been [[scribe]]s intentionally selected by Jesus for this sermon. {{Bibleref|Hebrews|13|2}} foreshadows [[Jesus]]'s revelation at the end, by advising to be hospitable to strangers as they may be unrecognized [[angel]]s.&lt;ref&gt;&quot;Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.&quot; ([[ESV]])&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> The incident is so compelling that there have been many paintings of it, particularly from the [[Renaissance]]. [[Rembrandt]], for example, completed two paintings and two etchings of the incident, including his ''Supper at Emmaus'' in 1648 which is now at the [[Louvre]]. Caravaggio (1571-1610) also did multiple paintings of this incident, including his painting ''Supper at Emmaus'' in 1601.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.artway.eu/content.php?id=1154&amp;lang=en&amp;action=show&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> The encounter captures perfectly the startling sensation of surprise awareness that is so difficult to describe. This account is considered the most famous of the post-[[Resurrection]] encounters with [[Jesus]].<br /> <br /> This encounter suggests that Jesus's nails in the [[Crucifixion]] were through his wrists rather than hands -- as the [[Gospels]] may be translated from the ambigious [[Greek]] -- because the disciples would have noticed and remarked on nail wounds had they been in the hands as thus highly visible. The [[Shroud of Turin]] shows the wounds through the wrists.<br /> <br /> == Awareness ==<br /> <br /> This account is one of several places in the [[Bible]] which describes a physical effect caused by awareness: here, the inability to see [[Jesus]] once the observers became aware of his presence. Other passages where awareness had a physical impact is the walking on water by Peter (he sunk when he became aware of the challenges) and the calming of the storm by Jesus (it calmed when he observed it).<br /> <br /> The tasting of the water that had become wine, a miracle in the [[Gospel of John]], also utilizes awareness to attain a physical result. Similarly, [[the Fall]] in the [[Garden of Eden]] in the [[Book of Genesis]] is about the awareness of good and [[evil]] (See also: [[Good and evil]]).<br /> <br /> Nearly 2000 years later, modern [[quantum mechanics]] proved a similar astounding physical impact of human awareness.<br /> <br /> == Translating Luke 24:31 ==<br /> <br /> The pivotal verse is imprecisely translated. English Bible translations are evenly divided on whether to translate as &quot;vanish&quot; or &quot;disappear&quot; the departure of Jesus from the two disciples. A third, less common but perhaps more precise, approach is to translate [[Luke 17-24 (Translated)#24:31|Luke 24:31]] as &quot;became unseen.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;https://www.biblehub.com/luke/24-31.htm&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> The Greek word ἄφαντος, which is used only once in the entire Bible, means &quot;invisible&quot;. It implies that [[Jesus]] did not leave but became hidden. That is consistent with modern [[quantum mechanics]] and awareness, as Jesus reverted to a different physical state upon awareness of the observers. Hence the clause is properly translated as &quot;This opened their eyes, and they recognized Him; whereupon his presence became hidden.&quot;<br /> <br /> == Walking ability ==<br /> The ''HarperCollins Bible Dictionary'' states, “Anyone familiar with Palestinian Bedouin or Arabs in a pre-automotive culture would not doubt the [[disciples]]’ ability to walk forty miles in a day.”&lt;ref&gt;https://library.biblicalarchaeology.org/article/emmaus-where-christ-appeared/?_gl=1*1e0yb69*_gcl_au*MTAwMDU4NDAxMC4xNzQ5ODM0MDU3*_ga*MTc3MTEzMzYxMy4xNzQ5ODM0MDU4*_ga_7MSGCYKLB3*czE3NTIyNTIzMTkkbzQkZzAkdDE3NTIyNTIzMTkkajYwJGwwJGgxNDQyNzg5MTI1&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> == Old Testament ==<br /> <br /> This encounter has similarities to a passage in the [[Book of Genesis]] when [[Jacob]] wrestles, unwittingly, with [[Yahweh]] who took on a human form.<br /> <br /> == Additional paintings ==<br /> Additional paintings of this encounter were by:<br /> *Altobello Melone (circa 1516-17), in the National Gallery's main collection.<br /> *Duccio di Broninsegna (13th century), portraying the arrival at Emmaus when the two welcome Jesus to stay over<br /> *Caravaggio (1601), currently displayed in [[London]].<br /> == See also ==<br /> *[[Gospel of Luke]]<br /> *[https://library.biblicalarchaeology.org/article/emmaus-where-christ-appeared/?_gl=1*1e0yb69*_gcl_au*MTAwMDU4NDAxMC4xNzQ5ODM0MDU3*_ga*MTc3MTEzMzYxMy4xNzQ5ODM0MDU4*_ga_7MSGCYKLB3*czE3NTIyNTIzMTkkbzQkZzAkdDE3NTIyNTIzMTkkajYwJGwwJGgxNDQyNzg5MTI1 A fascinating analysis of where precisely Emmaus was]<br /> *[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmmTWQn95xQ YouTube short reenactment of the encounter, from ''The Passion'' (a BBC miniseries)]<br /> <br /> == References ==<br /> {{reflist}}<br /> [[category:Bible]]<br /> [[category:Gospels]]<br /> [[category:Hebrews]]</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Road_to_Emmaus&diff=2196628 Road to Emmaus 2026-06-14T16:30:50Z <p>Aschlafly: improved, &quot;it describes an encounter by two disciples who had been close to Jesus&quot;</p> <hr /> <div>[[File:Rembrandt Supper at Emmaus.jpg|300px|right|thumb|[[Rembrandt]]'s painting of the ''Supper at Emmaus'' (1648).]]<br /> The '''Road to Emmaus''' (pronounced &quot;eh-MAY-uhs&quot;) is one of the most beautiful and piercing accounts in all of [[the Gospels]]. As set forth at [[Luke 17-24 (Translated)#24:13|Luke 24:13-35]], it describes an encounter by two disciples who had been close to [[Jesus]], only one of whom is identified (Cleopas). An ostensible stranger meets and joins them during the walk. They walked together towards Emmaus, a distance of about 7 miles,&lt;ref&gt;The Greek says 60 stadia [https://biblehub.com/interlinear/luke/24-13.htm Interlinear Greek], and a stadion (singular) was 600 feet, which varied in length depending on the region's average foot size. At one-tenth of a mile for 60 stadia, the total distance would have been 6 rather than 7 miles.&lt;/ref&gt; until it was too dark to proceed further safely. It is likely that the [[Epistle to the Hebrews]] documents what the stranger said to the two disciples during this walk,&lt;ref&gt;See [[Mystery:Did Jesus Write the Epistle to the Hebrews?]]&lt;/ref&gt; as Jesus would want his sermon repeated to others and the disciples could have been [[scribe]]s intentionally selected by Jesus for this sermon. {{Bibleref|Hebrews|13|2}} foreshadows [[Jesus]]'s revelation at the end, by advising to be hospitable to strangers as they may be unrecognized [[angel]]s.&lt;ref&gt;&quot;Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.&quot; ([[ESV]])&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> The incident is so compelling that there have been many paintings of it, particularly from the [[Renaissance]]. [[Rembrandt]], for example, completed two paintings and two etchings of the incident, including his ''Supper at Emmaus'' in 1648 which is now at the [[Louvre]]. Caravaggio (1571-1610) also did multiple paintings of this incident, including his painting ''Supper at Emmaus'' in 1601.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.artway.eu/content.php?id=1154&amp;lang=en&amp;action=show&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> The encounter captures perfectly the startling sensation of surprise awareness that is so difficult to describe. This account is considered the most famous of the post-[[Resurrection]] encounters with [[Jesus]].<br /> <br /> This encounter suggests that Jesus's nails in the [[Crucifixion]] were through his wrists rather than hands -- as the [[Gospels]] may be translated from the ambigious [[Greek]] -- because the disciples would have noticed and remarked on nail wounds had they been in the hands as thus highly visible. The [[Shroud of Turin]] shows the wounds through the wrists.<br /> <br /> == Awareness ==<br /> <br /> This account is one of several places in the [[Bible]] which describes a physical effect caused by awareness: here, the inability to see [[Jesus]] once the observers became aware of his presence. Other passages where awareness had a physical impact is the walking on water by Peter (he sunk when he became aware of the challenges) and the calming of the storm by Jesus (it calmed when he observed it).<br /> <br /> The tasting of the water that had become wine, a miracle in the [[Gospel of John]], also utilizes awareness to attain a physical result. Similarly, [[the Fall]] in the [[Garden of Eden]] in the [[Book of Genesis]] is about the awareness of good and [[evil]] (See also: [[Good and evil]]).<br /> <br /> Nearly 2000 years later, modern [[quantum mechanics]] proved a similar astounding physical impact of human awareness.<br /> <br /> == Translating Luke 24:31 ==<br /> <br /> The pivotal verse is imprecisely translated. English Bible translations are evenly divided on whether to translate as &quot;vanish&quot; or &quot;disappear&quot; the departure of Jesus from the two disciples. A third, less common but perhaps more precise, approach is to translate [[Luke 17-24 (Translated)#24:31|Luke 24:31]] as &quot;became unseen.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;https://www.biblehub.com/luke/24-31.htm&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> The Greek word ἄφαντος, which is used only once in the entire Bible, means &quot;invisible&quot;. It implies that [[Jesus]] did not leave but became hidden. That is consistent with modern [[quantum mechanics]] and awareness, as Jesus reverted to a different physical state upon awareness of the observers. Hence the clause is properly translated as &quot;This opened their eyes, and they recognized Him; whereupon his presence became hidden.&quot;<br /> <br /> == Walking ability ==<br /> The ''HarperCollins Bible Dictionary'' states, “Anyone familiar with Palestinian Bedouin or Arabs in a pre-automotive culture would not doubt the [[disciples]]’ ability to walk forty miles in a day.”&lt;ref&gt;https://library.biblicalarchaeology.org/article/emmaus-where-christ-appeared/?_gl=1*1e0yb69*_gcl_au*MTAwMDU4NDAxMC4xNzQ5ODM0MDU3*_ga*MTc3MTEzMzYxMy4xNzQ5ODM0MDU4*_ga_7MSGCYKLB3*czE3NTIyNTIzMTkkbzQkZzAkdDE3NTIyNTIzMTkkajYwJGwwJGgxNDQyNzg5MTI1&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> == Old Testament ==<br /> <br /> This encounter has similarities to a passage in the [[Book of Genesis]] when [[Jacob]] wrestles, unwittingly, with [[Yahweh]] who took on a human form.<br /> <br /> == Additional paintings ==<br /> Additional paintings of this encounter were by:<br /> *Altobello Melone (circa 1516-17), in the National Gallery's main collection.<br /> *Duccio di Broninsegna (13th century), portraying the arrival at Emmaus when the two welcome Jesus to stay over<br /> *Caravaggio (1601), currently displayed in [[London]].<br /> == See also ==<br /> *[[Gospel of Luke]]<br /> *[https://library.biblicalarchaeology.org/article/emmaus-where-christ-appeared/?_gl=1*1e0yb69*_gcl_au*MTAwMDU4NDAxMC4xNzQ5ODM0MDU3*_ga*MTc3MTEzMzYxMy4xNzQ5ODM0MDU4*_ga_7MSGCYKLB3*czE3NTIyNTIzMTkkbzQkZzAkdDE3NTIyNTIzMTkkajYwJGwwJGgxNDQyNzg5MTI1 A fascinating analysis of where precisely Emmaus was]<br /> *[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dmmTWQn95xQ YouTube short reenactment of the encounter, from ''The Passion'' (a BBC miniseries)]<br /> <br /> == References ==<br /> {{reflist}}<br /> [[category:Bible]]<br /> [[category:Gospels]]<br /> [[category:Hebrews]]</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Emmaus&diff=2196627 Emmaus 2026-06-14T16:27:08Z <p>Aschlafly: Redirected page to Road to Emmaus</p> <hr /> <div>#REDIRECT [[Road to Emmaus]]</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Generation_Z&diff=2196626 Generation Z 2026-06-14T16:26:25Z <p>Aschlafly: improved</p> <hr /> <div>[[File:49faa42f-9ed9-4529-9a06-fe74dcf29d75 659x455.jpg|right|300px|thumb|]]<br /> '''Generation Z''' (or '''Gen Z''' for short or '''Zoomers''') is the demographic generation born in 1997 to 2012, which is after the [[Millennial]]s but before [[Generation Alpha]]. '''''This generation -- particularly its men -- has a surging interest in the [[Bible]] greater than prior generations'''''. There are roughly 71 million members of Gen Z, which totals about 21% of the population. About half are white and a quarter are Hispanic.<br /> <br /> According to [[Christianity Today]], the oldest members of this generation were born in 1995,&lt;ref&gt;{{cite web|url=https://www.christianitytoday.com/news/2020/march/nones-decline-generation-z-millennial-faith-research.html|title=The Possible Decline of the Nones Isn’t a Boost for Evangelicals|date=March 3, 2020|accessdate=March 9, 2020|author=Ryan P. Burger|publisher=Christianity Today}}&lt;/ref&gt; which would make 30 its oldest age as of 2025. Demographers typically use starting birth years that range from the mid-1990s (sometimes 1997) to the early 2000s. <br /> {{cquote|Gen Z men are now more likely to attend [[church]] than Gen Z women. The [[New York Times]] reported that among young [[Christians]], men are staying in church (at the same time, many women are leaving).&lt;ref&gt;https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/2025/04/20/easter-church-christian-gen-z-men/83138618007/&lt;/ref&gt;}}<br /> <br /> A major aspect of this generation is its widespread usage of the Internet from a young age. In addition, the [[9/11]] disaster and the [[Great Recession]] has given this generation a lack of [[confidence]] in the current political system and public institutions.<br /> <br /> American electorate is undergoing a tidal shift. Up to 1.4-1.7M [[Silent Generation]] voters &amp; 1.0-1.2M [[Boomer]] voters die each year. At the same time up to 2.6M Gen Z voters are joining voter rolls annually. Neither [[Democrat]]s or [[Republican]]s have a hold on Gen Z.<br /> <br /> As of 2025 Boomers were ~26.5% of the electorate, down from 30%+ in 2016 &amp; 28%+ in 2020=&gt;22% 2030. Silent Generation (the most conservative, traditional American variant, voting generation) will fall from ~9% today to ~5% of the electorate by 2030.<br /> <br /> [[GenX]] will see their share of voter roll fall from ~24% today to 22.5% in 2030. [[Millennial]]s &amp; Gen Z will take over the electorate by 2030 making up ~60% of voters by that time. Millennials will have increased ~27.5% to 35% by 2030. [[Zoomer]] voters will double from ~12.5% to 25%.<br /> <br /> Gen Z is said to be the most [[conservative]] American generation since [[WWII]],&lt;ref&gt;[https://www.cnsnews.com/commentary/eric-metaxas/next-generation-americans-gen-z-may-be-most-conservative-wwii The Next Generation of Americans (Gen Z) May Be the Most Conservative Since WWII], ''CNS News'', March 16, 2017&lt;/ref&gt; although not all members of that generation are so; in fact, the more liberal-minded members of Gen Z behave more like Millennials themselves and share many Millennial traits, particularly their entitled mentality, their [[narcissism]], their &quot;know-it-all&quot; attitudes (despite their age, lack of life/real world experience and general cluelessness and naïvety), their immaturity and [[childishness]], their support for [[Communist]] [[Democrat]] [[Bernie Sanders]] (despite him being far older than they are) and their haughty disdain and disrespect for previous generations who have achieved far more in their lives than most Millennials and many GenZers have to date.&lt;ref&gt;[https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2020/03/horrible-millennials-and-gen-zers-calling-coronavirus-boomer-remover/ Horrible: Millennials And Gen Z’ers Are Calling Coronavirus “Boomer Remover”] at the Gateway Pundit&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> == References ==<br /> {{reflist}}<br /> <br /> == See also ==<br /> *[[Baby boom]]<br /> *[[Generation X]]<br /> *[[Millennial]]<br /> *[[Generation Alpha]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Demography]]<br /> [[Category:Sociology]]</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196575 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-13T16:47:36Z <p>Aschlafly: Entire U.S. men's World Cup team thanked God on the field after their 4-1 victory over Paraguay</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''Entire [[U.S.]] men's [[World Cup]] team thanked [[God]]''' on the field after their 4-1 victory over [[Paraguay]]: [https://www.instagram.com/p/DZh5y_Gh7xk/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Tulsi Gabbard]] exposes [[cover-up]] by [[Deep State]]''': 'new evidence of past [[U.S. funded biological labs abroad|US government funding for more than 120 biolabs]] in over 30 countries,' she reveals. [https://x.com/DNIGabbard/status/2065440568423944607][https://justthenews.com/government/federal-agencies/gabbard-releases-intelligence-showing-federal-government-has-funded-120][https://www.malone.news/p/dni-gabbard-reveals-evidence-of-us] [[Andrew Korybko]]: [[Laura Loomer]] &amp; [[MAGA]] like her are wrong: 'MAGA Dissidents' aren’t a 'Russian influence op'. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/laura-loomer-and-maga-like-her-are]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Intercept]]'': Top [[Pentagon]] official admits''' boat strike may have killed victims of [[human trafficking]]. [https://theintercept.com/2026/06/10/trump-boat-strikes-human-trafficking-victims/] ''No one would smuggle [[cocaine]] with 11 people on board their drug-running boat.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] top commander: '[[Russia]] not looking for conflict'.''' [https://www.ft.com/content/751d4555-9e8c-42a0-a37b-80893727776c] [[Ukrainian]]s beat [[TCC|Zelensky goons]] with axes and shovels. [https://t.me/rezident_ua/29662]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[U.S.]] men's [[World Cup]] team is outspokenly [[Christian]]''': &quot;It's [[Bible]] time.&quot; [https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/07/usmnt-religion-christian-pulisic-world-cup-2026]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': [[priest]] in [[Spain]] denies [[communion]] to a [[homosexual]] man in a [[same-sex marriage]], and doesn't waver amid [[liberal]] protests. [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/faithful-priest-targeted-by-protesters-after-denying-married-homosexual-holy-communion/?utm_source=popular] '''Update:''' First [[Gay pride]] parade in [[Israel]] in 2 years. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/thousands-gather-as-lgbtq-pride-parade-kicks-off-in-tel-aviv-for-first-time-in-two-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Belfast]] in flames.''' [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/after-a-shocking-crime-in-belfast-ireland-wakes-up/][https://youtu.be/0iynCosZ0UE] ''[[Catholics]] &amp; [[Protestant]]s unite to send [[immigrant]]s home.'' [https://youtu.be/E5Yn65VS0Rg] [[UK]] Minister for [[Northern Ireland]] says 'crackdown coming' against those who complain about beheading. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/06/12/britains-prime-minister-for-northern-ireland-says-a-crackdown-is-coming-against-those-who-complain-about-beheading/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] hits [[India]]n oil tanker''', [https://youtu.be/PsdFwjKE6hk] 3 Indian sailors killed; [https://x.com/sarbanandsonwal/status/2064965653749268514] [[India]] deploys [[nuke]]s for first time in history. [https://youtu.be/7sRN6hnzRxw] [[Trump]] [[escalate]]s [[war]], [https://x.com/CENTCOM/status/2064824143640502670] water treatment plant hit. [https://www.aa.com.tr/en/world/iran-says-us-military-deliberately-struck-vital-civilian-water-infrastructure-in-south/3963183]<br /> ----<br /> ''''The Art of The No Deal':''' [https://x.com/barnes_law/status/2059668005252952355] [[Trump]] cancels [[aggression]] against [[Iran]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/live-blog/live-updates-us-strikes-iran-trump-hormuz-closed-rcna349554]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] ally [[Erdoğan]]: [[Israel]]i actions''' in [[Syria]] and [[Lebanon]] threaten [[Turkiye]]. [https://greekcitytimes.com/2026/06/10/erdogan-greater-israel-threat-turkey-syria-lebanon-2026/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mario Nawfal]] interviews [[Tucker Carlson]].''' [https://youtu.be/seaUXVin4Gw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] revokes [[Biden]]-era''' flawed and [[fraud]]ulent intelligence assessments. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/06/12/dni-tulsi-gabbard-aaron-lukas-revokes-biden-era-assessments-created-inside-weaponized-cia-analyst-system/] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic splits [[Texas]] from the [[U.S.]]''', as a Texas court rules in favor of allowing the [[NCAA]]-banned Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby to play. On appeal, &quot;all four judges are Texas Tech alums if you're wondering,&quot; [[Associated Press|AP]] reports. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/wireStory/college-sports-suddenly-facing-major-question-hinges-gambling-133740336] ''&quot;Don't mess with [[Texas]]&quot;!!!!''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again: the [[liberal media]] and the [[Establishment]] lose in a landslide''' to [[Graham Platner]], 72%-28%, in the [[Maine]] [[Dem]] primary for [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://www.cnn.com/election/2026/primaries/maine?admin1=23&amp;election-data-id=2026-SD&amp;election-painting-mode=single-party-candidates&amp;filter-key-races=false&amp;filter-flipped=false&amp;filter-remaining=false] ''[[Republican]]s face similar losses in the [[2026 midterm elections]], if they don't pivot soon''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Fun to read about''': the genuine, intelligent [[populist]] [[Progressive]], [[Graham Platner]], sharply rebukes the idiotic one, [[John Fetterman]]. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5915534-maine-senate-race-platner-fetterman/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The American Conservative]]'': Is the [[Iran war]]''' tipping [[Persian Gulf|the Gulf]] away from the [[US]]?<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Israel]] defies [[Trump]]''' and attacks [[Iran]]. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/iran-fm-blames-us-contradictions-stalled-peace-talks-tehran-slaps-million-dollar][https://www.timesofisrael.com/defying-trump-israel-strikes-iranian-military-fuel-targets-iran-houthis-fire-missiles-at-israel/][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/iran-war-israel-again-bombs-lebanon-defying-trump-and-killing-deal-middle-east-straits-as-foundations-for-new-security-architecture-alon-mizrahis-zionism-delenda-est-debate-over-oil-cliff-t.html] [[News Forensics]]: The Donald &amp; Bibi Show. [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-donald-and-bibi-show] ''Not a comedy''. [[Houthi]]s ban Israeli shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb. [https://youtu.be/8M3QHjXk-04]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Pentagon]] accuses [[Israel]] of spying''' on the [[Trump 2.0|Trump administration]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/pentagon-raised-threat-israeli-spying-us-highest-level-sources-say-rcna348565]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: '[[Israel]] is sliding''' towards [[anarchy]]'. [https://azradale.substack.com/p/israel-is-sliding-towards-anarchy]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sen Mark Warner]] kept the [[Russia hoax]] alive''' for a decade. Now he’s blocking Pulte, the man who could expose him. [https://youtu.be/1_kVEbEZDf4]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite fail in their out-all smears of [[Graham Platner]]''', the anti-war [[progressive]] opportunist in [[Maine]] campaigning against the [[Establishment]]. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/maine-democrats-divided-platner-stick-reluctantly/story][https://jimtreacher.substack.com/p/i-believe-lyndsey-fifield][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/gop-aipac-centrist-dems-for-keeps-schumer-platner-el-sayed.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] shot down [[Apache helicopter]].''' [https://youtu.be/MBIH6L9x0bg] ''First Apache helicopter lost in [[Iran war|Iran conflict]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservative populist]] Zach Lahn won a stunning upset over the [[Trump]]-endorsed favorite''' for the [[GOP]] nomination for [[Iowa]] governor. Lahn opposed [[data center]]s, was endorsed by MAHA, and by [https://x.com/SteaknShake/status/2062149779446980912?s=20 Steak 'n Shake!] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] gives [[Azov Nazi]]s [[AI]]-guided [[drone]]s''' &amp; why these are not game-changers. [https://rumble.com/v7at8zy-us-gives-ukrainian-nazis-ai-guided-drones-and-why-these-are-not-game-change.html] [[Putin]] responds to latest [[NATO]]/[[Zelensky]] [[psyop]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/putins-message-to-ukraine-keep-on][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-at-the-crossroads-as-elites]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]'''. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Robert Pape]]: The New Phase.''' [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/the-new-phase]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': More than a dozen [[House]] [[Republican]]s''' help [[Democrat]]s pass [[Ukraine aid]] package. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/more-dozen-house-republicans-help-democrats-pass-ukraine-aid-package]. Pigs at the [[democracy]] trough. [https://boriquagato.substack.com/p/pigs-at-the-democracy-trough]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] walks out of interview''' with ''[[Meet the Press]]'' [[fake news]] anchor [[Kristen Welker]]. [https://youtu.be/eCryZlXg7Uk]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, vote for a 60-day window to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the [[Starobelsk massacre]]? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196547 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-12T23:52:48Z <p>Aschlafly: Tulsi Gabbard exposes cover-up by Deep State: &quot;new evidence of past US government funding for more than 120 biolabs in over 30 countries,&quot; she reveals.</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''[[Tulsi Gabbard]] exposes cover-up by [[Deep State]]''': &quot;new evidence of past [[United States|US]] government funding for more than 120 biolabs in over 30 countries,&quot; she reveals. [https://x.com/DNIGabbard/status/2065440568423944607?s=20]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[U.S.]] men's [[World Cup]] team is outspokenly [[Christian]]''': &quot;It's [[Bible]] time.&quot; [https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/07/usmnt-religion-christian-pulisic-world-cup-2026]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': [[priest]] in [[Spain]] denies [[communion]] to a [[homosexual]] man in a [[same-sex marriage]], and doesn't waver amid [[liberal]] protests. [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/faithful-priest-targeted-by-protesters-after-denying-married-homosexual-holy-communion/?utm_source=popular] '''Update:''' First [[Gay pride]] parade in [[Israel]] in 2 years. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/thousands-gather-as-lgbtq-pride-parade-kicks-off-in-tel-aviv-for-first-time-in-two-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Belfast]] in flames.''' [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/after-a-shocking-crime-in-belfast-ireland-wakes-up/][https://youtu.be/0iynCosZ0UE] ''[[Catholics]] &amp; [[Protestant]]s unite to send [[immigrant]]s home.'' [https://youtu.be/E5Yn65VS0Rg] [[UK]] Minister for [[Northern Ireland]] says 'crackdown coming' against those who complain about beheading. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/06/12/britains-prime-minister-for-northern-ireland-says-a-crackdown-is-coming-against-those-who-complain-about-beheading/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] top commander: '[[Russia]] not looking for conflict'.''' [https://www.ft.com/content/751d4555-9e8c-42a0-a37b-80893727776c] [[Ukrainian]]s beat [[TCC|Zelensky goons]] with axes and shovels. [https://t.me/rezident_ua/29662]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] hits [[India]]n oil tanker''', [https://youtu.be/PsdFwjKE6hk] 3 Indian sailors killed; [https://x.com/sarbanandsonwal/status/2064965653749268514] [[India]] deploys [[nuke]]s for first time in history. [https://youtu.be/7sRN6hnzRxw] [[Trump]] [[escalate]]s [[war]], [https://x.com/CENTCOM/status/2064824143640502670] water treatment plant hit. [https://www.aa.com.tr/en/world/iran-says-us-military-deliberately-struck-vital-civilian-water-infrastructure-in-south/3963183]<br /> ----<br /> ''''The Art of The No Deal':''' [https://x.com/barnes_law/status/2059668005252952355] [[Trump]] cancels [[aggression]] against [[Iran]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/live-blog/live-updates-us-strikes-iran-trump-hormuz-closed-rcna349554]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] ally [[Erdoğan]]: [[Israel]]i actions''' in [[Syria]] and [[Lebanon]] threaten [[Turkiye]]. [https://greekcitytimes.com/2026/06/10/erdogan-greater-israel-threat-turkey-syria-lebanon-2026/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mario Nawfal]] interviews [[Tucker Carlson]].''' [https://youtu.be/seaUXVin4Gw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] revokes [[Biden]]-era''' flawed and [[fraud]]ulent intelligence assessments. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/06/12/dni-tulsi-gabbard-aaron-lukas-revokes-biden-era-assessments-created-inside-weaponized-cia-analyst-system/] [[U.S. funded biological labs abroad|US funded biolabs]] in 30 countries. [https://youtu.be/gFc3oqQIJDw][https://justthenews.com/government/federal-agencies/gabbard-releases-intelligence-showing-federal-government-has-funded-120][https://www.malone.news/p/dni-gabbard-reveals-evidence-of-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic splits [[Texas]] from the [[U.S.]]''', as a Texas court rules in favor of allowing the [[NCAA]]-banned Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby to play. On appeal, &quot;all four judges are Texas Tech alums if you're wondering,&quot; [[Associated Press|AP]] reports. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/wireStory/college-sports-suddenly-facing-major-question-hinges-gambling-133740336] ''&quot;Don't mess with [[Texas]]&quot;!!!!''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again: the [[liberal media]] and the [[Establishment]] lose in a landslide''' to [[Graham Platner]], 72%-28%, in the [[Maine]] [[Dem]] primary for [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://www.cnn.com/election/2026/primaries/maine?admin1=23&amp;election-data-id=2026-SD&amp;election-painting-mode=single-party-candidates&amp;filter-key-races=false&amp;filter-flipped=false&amp;filter-remaining=false] ''[[Republican]]s face similar losses in the [[2026 midterm elections]], if they don't pivot soon''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Fun to read about''': the genuine, intelligent [[populist]] [[Progressive]], [[Graham Platner]], sharply rebukes the idiotic one, [[John Fetterman]]. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5915534-maine-senate-race-platner-fetterman/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The American Conservative]]'': Is the [[Iran war]]''' tipping [[Persian Gulf|the Gulf]] away from the [[US]]?<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Israel]] defies [[Trump]]''' and attacks [[Iran]]. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/iran-fm-blames-us-contradictions-stalled-peace-talks-tehran-slaps-million-dollar][https://www.timesofisrael.com/defying-trump-israel-strikes-iranian-military-fuel-targets-iran-houthis-fire-missiles-at-israel/][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/iran-war-israel-again-bombs-lebanon-defying-trump-and-killing-deal-middle-east-straits-as-foundations-for-new-security-architecture-alon-mizrahis-zionism-delenda-est-debate-over-oil-cliff-t.html] [[News Forensics]]: The Donald &amp; Bibi Show. [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-donald-and-bibi-show] ''Not a comedy''. [[Houthi]]s ban Israeli shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb. [https://youtu.be/8M3QHjXk-04]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Pentagon]] accuses [[Israel]] of spying''' on the [[Trump 2.0|Trump administration]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/pentagon-raised-threat-israeli-spying-us-highest-level-sources-say-rcna348565]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: '[[Israel]] is sliding''' towards [[anarchy]]'. [https://azradale.substack.com/p/israel-is-sliding-towards-anarchy]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sen Mark Warner]] kept the [[Russia hoax]] alive''' for a decade. Now he’s blocking Pulte, the man who could expose him. [https://youtu.be/1_kVEbEZDf4]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite fail in their out-all smears of [[Graham Platner]]''', the anti-war [[progressive]] opportunist in [[Maine]] campaigning against the [[Establishment]]. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/maine-democrats-divided-platner-stick-reluctantly/story][https://jimtreacher.substack.com/p/i-believe-lyndsey-fifield][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/gop-aipac-centrist-dems-for-keeps-schumer-platner-el-sayed.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] shot down [[Apache helicopter]].''' [https://youtu.be/MBIH6L9x0bg] ''First Apache helicopter lost in [[Iran war|Iran conflict]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservative populist]] Zach Lahn won a stunning upset over the [[Trump]]-endorsed favorite''' for the [[GOP]] nomination for [[Iowa]] governor. Lahn opposed [[data center]]s, was endorsed by MAHA, and by [https://x.com/SteaknShake/status/2062149779446980912?s=20 Steak 'n Shake!] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] gives [[Azov Nazi]]s [[AI]]-guided [[drone]]s''' &amp; why these are not game-changers. [https://rumble.com/v7at8zy-us-gives-ukrainian-nazis-ai-guided-drones-and-why-these-are-not-game-change.html] [[Putin]] responds to latest [[NATO]]/[[Zelensky]] [[psyop]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/putins-message-to-ukraine-keep-on][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-at-the-crossroads-as-elites]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]'''. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Robert Pape]]: The New Phase.''' [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/the-new-phase]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': More than a dozen [[House]] [[Republican]]s''' help [[Democrat]]s pass [[Ukraine aid]] package. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/more-dozen-house-republicans-help-democrats-pass-ukraine-aid-package]. Pigs at the [[democracy]] trough. [https://boriquagato.substack.com/p/pigs-at-the-democracy-trough]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] walks out of interview''' with ''[[Meet the Press]]'' [[fake news]] anchor [[Kristen Welker]]. [https://youtu.be/eCryZlXg7Uk]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, vote for a 60-day window to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the [[Starobelsk massacre]]? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196530 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-12T17:10:06Z <p>Aschlafly: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''[[U.S.]] men's [[World Cup]] team is outspokenly [[Christian]]''': &quot;It's [[Bible]] time.&quot; [https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/07/usmnt-religion-christian-pulisic-world-cup-2026]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': [[priest]] in [[Spain]] denies [[communion]] to a [[homosexual]] man in a [[same-sex marriage]], and doesn't waver amid [[liberal]] protests. [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/faithful-priest-targeted-by-protesters-after-denying-married-homosexual-holy-communion/?utm_source=popular]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] hits [[India]]n oil tanker''', [https://youtu.be/PsdFwjKE6hk] 3 Indian sailors killed; [https://x.com/sarbanandsonwal/status/2064965653749268514] [[India]] deploys [[nuke]]s for first time in history. [https://youtu.be/7sRN6hnzRxw] [[Trump]] [[escalate]]s [[war]], [https://x.com/CENTCOM/status/2064824143640502670] water treatment plant hit. [https://www.aa.com.tr/en/world/iran-says-us-military-deliberately-struck-vital-civilian-water-infrastructure-in-south/3963183]<br /> ----<br /> ''''The Art of The No Deal':''' [https://x.com/barnes_law/status/2059668005252952355] [[Trump]] cancels [[aggression]] against [[Iran]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/live-blog/live-updates-us-strikes-iran-trump-hormuz-closed-rcna349554]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] ally [[Erdoğan]]: [[Israel]]i actions''' in [[Syria]] and [[Lebanon]] threaten [[Turkiye]]. [https://greekcitytimes.com/2026/06/10/erdogan-greater-israel-threat-turkey-syria-lebanon-2026/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mario Nawfal]] interviews [[Tucker Carlson]].''' [https://youtu.be/seaUXVin4Gw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] revokes [[Biden]]-era''' flawed and [[fraud]]ulent intelligence assessments. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/06/12/dni-tulsi-gabbard-aaron-lukas-revokes-biden-era-assessments-created-inside-weaponized-cia-analyst-system/] [[U.S. funded biological labs abroad|US funded biolabs]] in 30 countries. [https://justthenews.com/government/federal-agencies/gabbard-releases-intelligence-showing-federal-government-has-funded-120][https://www.malone.news/p/dni-gabbard-reveals-evidence-of-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Belfast]] in flames.''' [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/after-a-shocking-crime-in-belfast-ireland-wakes-up/][https://youtu.be/0iynCosZ0UE] ''[[Catholics]] &amp; [[Protestant]]s unite to send [[immigrant]]s home.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic splits [[Texas]] from the [[U.S.]]''', as a Texas court rules in favor of allowing the [[NCAA]]-banned Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby to play. On appeal, &quot;all four judges are Texas Tech alums if you're wondering,&quot; [[Associated Press|AP]] reports. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/wireStory/college-sports-suddenly-facing-major-question-hinges-gambling-133740336] ''&quot;Don't mess with [[Texas]]&quot;!!!!''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again: the [[liberal media]] and the [[Establishment]] lose in a landslide''' to [[Graham Platner]], 72%-28%, in the [[Maine]] [[Dem]] primary for [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://www.cnn.com/election/2026/primaries/maine?admin1=23&amp;election-data-id=2026-SD&amp;election-painting-mode=single-party-candidates&amp;filter-key-races=false&amp;filter-flipped=false&amp;filter-remaining=false] ''[[Republican]]s face similar losses in the [[2026 midterm elections]], if they don't pivot soon''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Fun to read about''': the genuine, intelligent [[populist]] [[Progressive]], [[Graham Platner]], sharply rebukes the idiotic one, [[John Fetterman]]. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5915534-maine-senate-race-platner-fetterman/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The American Conservative]]'': Is the [[Iran war]]''' tipping [[Persian Gulf|the Gulf]] away from the [[US]]?<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Israel]] defies [[Trump]]''' and attacks [[Iran]]. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/iran-fm-blames-us-contradictions-stalled-peace-talks-tehran-slaps-million-dollar][https://www.timesofisrael.com/defying-trump-israel-strikes-iranian-military-fuel-targets-iran-houthis-fire-missiles-at-israel/][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/iran-war-israel-again-bombs-lebanon-defying-trump-and-killing-deal-middle-east-straits-as-foundations-for-new-security-architecture-alon-mizrahis-zionism-delenda-est-debate-over-oil-cliff-t.html] [[News Forensics]]: The Donald &amp; Bibi Show. [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-donald-and-bibi-show] ''Not a comedy''. [[Houthi]]s ban Israeli shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb. [https://youtu.be/8M3QHjXk-04]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Pentagon]] accuses [[Israel]] of spying''' on the [[Trump 2.0|Trump administration]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/pentagon-raised-threat-israeli-spying-us-highest-level-sources-say-rcna348565]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: '[[Israel]] is sliding''' towards [[anarchy]]'. [https://azradale.substack.com/p/israel-is-sliding-towards-anarchy]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sen Mark Warner]] kept the [[Russia hoax]] alive''' for a decade. Now he’s blocking Pulte, the man who could expose him. [https://youtu.be/1_kVEbEZDf4]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite fail in their out-all smears of [[Graham Platner]]''', the anti-war [[progressive]] opportunist in [[Maine]] campaigning against the [[Establishment]]. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/maine-democrats-divided-platner-stick-reluctantly/story][https://jimtreacher.substack.com/p/i-believe-lyndsey-fifield][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/gop-aipac-centrist-dems-for-keeps-schumer-platner-el-sayed.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] shot down [[Apache helicopter]].''' [https://youtu.be/MBIH6L9x0bg] ''First Apache helicopter lost in [[Iran war|Iran conflict]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservative populist]] Zach Lahn won a stunning upset over the [[Trump]]-endorsed favorite''' for the [[GOP]] nomination for [[Iowa]] governor. Lahn opposed [[data center]]s, was endorsed by MAHA, and by [https://x.com/SteaknShake/status/2062149779446980912?s=20 Steak 'n Shake!] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] gives [[Azov Nazi]]s [[AI]]-guided [[drone]]s''' &amp; why these are not game-changers. [https://rumble.com/v7at8zy-us-gives-ukrainian-nazis-ai-guided-drones-and-why-these-are-not-game-change.html] [[Putin]] responds to latest [[NATO]]/[[Zelensky]] [[psyop]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/putins-message-to-ukraine-keep-on][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-at-the-crossroads-as-elites]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]'''. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Robert Pape]]: The New Phase.''' [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/the-new-phase]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': More than a dozen [[House]] [[Republican]]s''' help [[Democrat]]s pass [[Ukraine aid]] package. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/more-dozen-house-republicans-help-democrats-pass-ukraine-aid-package]. Pigs at the [[democracy]] trough. [https://boriquagato.substack.com/p/pigs-at-the-democracy-trough]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] walks out of interview''' with ''[[Meet the Press]]'' [[fake news]] anchor [[Kristen Welker]]. [https://youtu.be/eCryZlXg7Uk]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, vote for a 60-day window to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the [[Starobelsk massacre]]? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196504 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-11T20:49:20Z <p>Aschlafly: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': [[priest]] in [[Spain]] denies [[communion]] to a [[homosexual]] man in a [[same-sex marriage]], and doesn't waver amid [[liberal]] protests. [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/faithful-priest-targeted-by-protesters-after-denying-married-homosexual-holy-communion/?utm_source=popular]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] hits [[India]]n oil tanker''', [https://youtu.be/PsdFwjKE6hk] 3 Indian sailors killed; [https://x.com/sarbanandsonwal/status/2064965653749268514] [[India]] deploys [[nuke]]s for first time in history. [https://youtu.be/7sRN6hnzRxw] [[Trump]] [[escalate]]s [[war]], [https://x.com/CENTCOM/status/2064824143640502670] water treatment plant hit. [https://www.aa.com.tr/en/world/iran-says-us-military-deliberately-struck-vital-civilian-water-infrastructure-in-south/3963183]<br /> ----<br /> ''''The Art of The No Deal':''' [https://x.com/barnes_law/status/2059668005252952355] [[Trump]] cancels [[aggression]] against [[Iran]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/live-blog/live-updates-us-strikes-iran-trump-hormuz-closed-rcna349554]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] ally [[Erdoğan]]: [[Israel]]i actions''' in [[Syria]] and [[Lebanon]] threaten [[Turkiye]]. [https://greekcitytimes.com/2026/06/10/erdogan-greater-israel-threat-turkey-syria-lebanon-2026/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mario Nawfal]] interviews [[Tucker Carlson]].''' [https://youtu.be/seaUXVin4Gw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Belfast]] in flames.''' [https://youtu.be/0iynCosZ0UE] ''[[Catholics]] &amp; [[Protestant]]s unite to send [[immigrant]]s home.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic splits [[Texas]] from the [[U.S.]]''', as a Texas court rules in favor of allowing the [[NCAA]]-banned Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby to play. On appeal, &quot;all four judges are Texas Tech alums if you're wondering,&quot; [[Associated Press|AP]] reports. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/wireStory/college-sports-suddenly-facing-major-question-hinges-gambling-133740336] ''&quot;Don't mess with [[Texas]]&quot;!!!!''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again: the [[liberal media]] and the [[Establishment]] lose in a landslide''' to [[Graham Platner]], 72%-28%, in the [[Maine]] [[Dem]] primary for [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://www.cnn.com/election/2026/primaries/maine?admin1=23&amp;election-data-id=2026-SD&amp;election-painting-mode=single-party-candidates&amp;filter-key-races=false&amp;filter-flipped=false&amp;filter-remaining=false] ''[[Republican]]s face similar losses in the [[2026 midterm elections]], if they don't pivot soon''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Fun to read about''': the genuine, intelligent [[populist]] [[Progressive]], [[Graham Platner]], sharply rebukes the idiotic one, [[John Fetterman]]. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5915534-maine-senate-race-platner-fetterman/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The American Conservative]]'': Is the [[Iran war]]''' tipping [[Persian Gulf|the Gulf]] away from the [[US]]?<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Israel]] defies [[Trump]]''' and attacks [[Iran]]. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/iran-fm-blames-us-contradictions-stalled-peace-talks-tehran-slaps-million-dollar][https://www.timesofisrael.com/defying-trump-israel-strikes-iranian-military-fuel-targets-iran-houthis-fire-missiles-at-israel/][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/iran-war-israel-again-bombs-lebanon-defying-trump-and-killing-deal-middle-east-straits-as-foundations-for-new-security-architecture-alon-mizrahis-zionism-delenda-est-debate-over-oil-cliff-t.html] [[News Forensics]]: The Donald &amp; Bibi Show. [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-donald-and-bibi-show] ''Not a comedy''. [[Houthi]]s ban Israeli shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb. [https://youtu.be/8M3QHjXk-04]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Pentagon]] accuses [[Israel]] of spying''' on the [[Trump 2.0|Trump administration]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/pentagon-raised-threat-israeli-spying-us-highest-level-sources-say-rcna348565]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: '[[Israel]] is sliding''' towards [[anarchy]]'. [https://azradale.substack.com/p/israel-is-sliding-towards-anarchy]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sen Mark Warner]] kept the [[Russia hoax]] alive''' for a decade. Now he’s blocking Pulte, the man who could expose him. [https://youtu.be/1_kVEbEZDf4]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite fail in their out-all smears of [[Graham Platner]]''', the anti-war [[progressive]] opportunist in [[Maine]] campaigning against the [[Establishment]]. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/maine-democrats-divided-platner-stick-reluctantly/story][https://jimtreacher.substack.com/p/i-believe-lyndsey-fifield][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/gop-aipac-centrist-dems-for-keeps-schumer-platner-el-sayed.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] shot down [[Apache helicopter]].''' [https://youtu.be/MBIH6L9x0bg] ''First Apache helicopter lost in [[Iran war|Iran conflict]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservative populist]] Zach Lahn won a stunning upset over the [[Trump]]-endorsed favorite''' for the [[GOP]] nomination for [[Iowa]] governor. Lahn opposed [[data center]]s, was endorsed by MAHA, and by [https://x.com/SteaknShake/status/2062149779446980912?s=20 Steak 'n Shake!] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] gives [[Azov Nazi]]s [[AI]]-guided [[drone]]s''' &amp; why these are not game-changers. [https://rumble.com/v7at8zy-us-gives-ukrainian-nazis-ai-guided-drones-and-why-these-are-not-game-change.html] [[Putin]] responds to latest [[NATO]]/[[Zelensky]] [[psyop]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/putins-message-to-ukraine-keep-on][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-at-the-crossroads-as-elites]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]'''. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Robert Pape]]: The New Phase.''' [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/the-new-phase]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': More than a dozen [[House]] [[Republican]]s''' help [[Democrat]]s pass [[Ukraine aid]] package. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/more-dozen-house-republicans-help-democrats-pass-ukraine-aid-package]. Pigs at the [[democracy]] trough. [https://boriquagato.substack.com/p/pigs-at-the-democracy-trough]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] walks out of interview''' with ''[[Meet the Press]]'' [[fake news]] anchor [[Kristen Welker]]. [https://youtu.be/eCryZlXg7Uk]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, vote for a 60-day window to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the [[Starobelsk massacre]]? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196503 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-11T20:48:37Z <p>Aschlafly: Setback for the homosexual agenda: priest in Spain denies communion to a homosexual man in a same-sex marriage, and doesn't waver amid liberal protests</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': [[priest]] in [[Spain]] denies communion to a [[homosexual]] man in a [[same-sex marriage]], and doesn't waver amid [[liberal]] protests. [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/faithful-priest-targeted-by-protesters-after-denying-married-homosexual-holy-communion/?utm_source=popular]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] hits [[India]]n oil tanker''', [https://youtu.be/PsdFwjKE6hk] 3 Indian sailors killed; [https://x.com/sarbanandsonwal/status/2064965653749268514] [[India]] deploys [[nuke]]s for first time in history. [https://youtu.be/7sRN6hnzRxw] [[Trump]] [[escalate]]s [[war]], [https://x.com/CENTCOM/status/2064824143640502670] water treatment plant hit. [https://www.aa.com.tr/en/world/iran-says-us-military-deliberately-struck-vital-civilian-water-infrastructure-in-south/3963183]<br /> ----<br /> ''''The Art of The No Deal':''' [https://x.com/barnes_law/status/2059668005252952355] [[Trump]] cancels [[aggression]] against [[Iran]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/live-blog/live-updates-us-strikes-iran-trump-hormuz-closed-rcna349554]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] ally [[Erdoğan]]: [[Israel]]i actions''' in [[Syria]] and [[Lebanon]] threaten [[Turkiye]]. [https://greekcitytimes.com/2026/06/10/erdogan-greater-israel-threat-turkey-syria-lebanon-2026/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mario Nawfal]] interviews [[Tucker Carlson]].''' [https://youtu.be/seaUXVin4Gw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Belfast]] in flames.''' [https://youtu.be/0iynCosZ0UE] ''[[Catholics]] &amp; [[Protestant]]s unite to send [[immigrant]]s home.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic splits [[Texas]] from the [[U.S.]]''', as a Texas court rules in favor of allowing the [[NCAA]]-banned Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby to play. On appeal, &quot;all four judges are Texas Tech alums if you're wondering,&quot; [[Associated Press|AP]] reports. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/wireStory/college-sports-suddenly-facing-major-question-hinges-gambling-133740336] ''&quot;Don't mess with [[Texas]]&quot;!!!!''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again: the [[liberal media]] and the [[Establishment]] lose in a landslide''' to [[Graham Platner]], 72%-28%, in the [[Maine]] [[Dem]] primary for [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://www.cnn.com/election/2026/primaries/maine?admin1=23&amp;election-data-id=2026-SD&amp;election-painting-mode=single-party-candidates&amp;filter-key-races=false&amp;filter-flipped=false&amp;filter-remaining=false] ''[[Republican]]s face similar losses in the [[2026 midterm elections]], if they don't pivot soon''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Fun to read about''': the genuine, intelligent [[populist]] [[Progressive]], [[Graham Platner]], sharply rebukes the idiotic one, [[John Fetterman]]. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5915534-maine-senate-race-platner-fetterman/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The American Conservative]]'': Is the [[Iran war]]''' tipping [[Persian Gulf|the Gulf]] away from the [[US]]?<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Israel]] defies [[Trump]]''' and attacks [[Iran]]. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/iran-fm-blames-us-contradictions-stalled-peace-talks-tehran-slaps-million-dollar][https://www.timesofisrael.com/defying-trump-israel-strikes-iranian-military-fuel-targets-iran-houthis-fire-missiles-at-israel/][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/iran-war-israel-again-bombs-lebanon-defying-trump-and-killing-deal-middle-east-straits-as-foundations-for-new-security-architecture-alon-mizrahis-zionism-delenda-est-debate-over-oil-cliff-t.html] [[News Forensics]]: The Donald &amp; Bibi Show. [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-donald-and-bibi-show] ''Not a comedy''. [[Houthi]]s ban Israeli shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb. [https://youtu.be/8M3QHjXk-04]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Pentagon]] accuses [[Israel]] of spying''' on the [[Trump 2.0|Trump administration]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/pentagon-raised-threat-israeli-spying-us-highest-level-sources-say-rcna348565]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: '[[Israel]] is sliding''' towards [[anarchy]]'. [https://azradale.substack.com/p/israel-is-sliding-towards-anarchy]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sen Mark Warner]] kept the [[Russia hoax]] alive''' for a decade. Now he’s blocking Pulte, the man who could expose him. [https://youtu.be/1_kVEbEZDf4]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite fail in their out-all smears of [[Graham Platner]]''', the anti-war [[progressive]] opportunist in [[Maine]] campaigning against the [[Establishment]]. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/maine-democrats-divided-platner-stick-reluctantly/story][https://jimtreacher.substack.com/p/i-believe-lyndsey-fifield][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/gop-aipac-centrist-dems-for-keeps-schumer-platner-el-sayed.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] shot down [[Apache helicopter]].''' [https://youtu.be/MBIH6L9x0bg] ''First Apache helicopter lost in [[Iran war|Iran conflict]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservative populist]] Zach Lahn won a stunning upset over the [[Trump]]-endorsed favorite''' for the [[GOP]] nomination for [[Iowa]] governor. Lahn opposed [[data center]]s, was endorsed by MAHA, and by [https://x.com/SteaknShake/status/2062149779446980912?s=20 Steak 'n Shake!] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] gives [[Azov Nazi]]s [[AI]]-guided [[drone]]s''' &amp; why these are not game-changers. [https://rumble.com/v7at8zy-us-gives-ukrainian-nazis-ai-guided-drones-and-why-these-are-not-game-change.html] [[Putin]] responds to latest [[NATO]]/[[Zelensky]] [[psyop]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/putins-message-to-ukraine-keep-on][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-at-the-crossroads-as-elites]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]'''. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Robert Pape]]: The New Phase.''' [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/the-new-phase]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': More than a dozen [[House]] [[Republican]]s''' help [[Democrat]]s pass [[Ukraine aid]] package. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/more-dozen-house-republicans-help-democrats-pass-ukraine-aid-package]. Pigs at the [[democracy]] trough. [https://boriquagato.substack.com/p/pigs-at-the-democracy-trough]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] walks out of interview''' with ''[[Meet the Press]]'' [[fake news]] anchor [[Kristen Welker]]. [https://youtu.be/eCryZlXg7Uk]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, vote for a 60-day window to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the [[Starobelsk massacre]]? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196462 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-10T19:50:11Z <p>Aschlafly: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''[[US]] hits [[India]]n oil tanker'''; [https://youtu.be/PsdFwjKE6hk] [[India]] deploys [[nuke]]s for first time in history. [https://youtu.be/7sRN6hnzRxw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic splits [[Texas]] from the [[U.S.]]''', as a Texas court rules in favor of allowing the [[NCAA]]-banned Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby to play. On appeal, &quot;all four judges are Texas Tech alums if you're wondering,&quot; [[Associated Press|AP]] reports. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/wireStory/college-sports-suddenly-facing-major-question-hinges-gambling-133740336] ''&quot;Don't mess with [[Texas]]&quot;!!!!''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again: the [[liberal media]] and the [[Establishment]] lose in a landslide''' to [[Graham Platner]], 72%-28%, in the [[Maine]] [[Dem]] primary for [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://www.cnn.com/election/2026/primaries/maine?admin1=23&amp;election-data-id=2026-SD&amp;election-painting-mode=single-party-candidates&amp;filter-key-races=false&amp;filter-flipped=false&amp;filter-remaining=false] ''[[Republican]]s face similar losses in the [[2026 midterm elections]], if they don't pivot soon''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Fun to read about''': the genuine, intelligent [[populist]] [[Progressive]], [[Graham Platner]], sharply rebukes the idiotic one, [[John Fetterman]]. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5915534-maine-senate-race-platner-fetterman/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The American Conservative]]'': Is the [[Iran war]]''' tipping [[Persian Gulf|the Gulf]] away from the [[US]]?<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Israel]] defies [[Trump]]''' and attacks [[Iran]]. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/iran-fm-blames-us-contradictions-stalled-peace-talks-tehran-slaps-million-dollar][https://www.timesofisrael.com/defying-trump-israel-strikes-iranian-military-fuel-targets-iran-houthis-fire-missiles-at-israel/][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/iran-war-israel-again-bombs-lebanon-defying-trump-and-killing-deal-middle-east-straits-as-foundations-for-new-security-architecture-alon-mizrahis-zionism-delenda-est-debate-over-oil-cliff-t.html] [[News Forensics]]: The Donald &amp; Bibi Show. [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-donald-and-bibi-show] ''Not a comedy''. [[Houthi]]s ban Israeli shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb. [https://youtu.be/8M3QHjXk-04]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Pentagon]] accuses [[Israel]] of spying''' on the [[Trump 2.0|Trump administration]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/pentagon-raised-threat-israeli-spying-us-highest-level-sources-say-rcna348565]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: '[[Israel]] is sliding''' towards [[anarchy]]'. [https://azradale.substack.com/p/israel-is-sliding-towards-anarchy]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sen Mark Warner]] kept the [[Russia hoax]] alive''' for a decade. Now he’s blocking Pulte, the man who could expose him. [https://youtu.be/1_kVEbEZDf4]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite fail in their out-all smears of [[Graham Platner]]''', the anti-war [[progressive]] opportunist in [[Maine]] campaigning against the [[Establishment]]. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/maine-democrats-divided-platner-stick-reluctantly/story][https://jimtreacher.substack.com/p/i-believe-lyndsey-fifield][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/gop-aipac-centrist-dems-for-keeps-schumer-platner-el-sayed.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] shot down [[Apache helicopter]].''' [https://youtu.be/MBIH6L9x0bg] ''First Apache helicopter lost in [[Iran war|Iran conflict]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservative populist]] Zach Lahn won a stunning upset over the [[Trump]]-endorsed favorite''' for the [[GOP]] nomination for [[Iowa]] governor. Lahn opposed [[data center]]s, was endorsed by MAHA, and by [https://x.com/SteaknShake/status/2062149779446980912?s=20 Steak 'n Shake!] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] gives [[Azov Nazi]]s [[AI]]-guided [[drone]]s''' &amp; why these are not game-changers. [https://rumble.com/v7at8zy-us-gives-ukrainian-nazis-ai-guided-drones-and-why-these-are-not-game-change.html] [[Putin]] responds to latest [[NATO]]/[[Zelensky]] [[psyop]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/putins-message-to-ukraine-keep-on][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-at-the-crossroads-as-elites]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]'''. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Robert Pape]]: The New Phase.''' [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/the-new-phase]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': More than a dozen [[House]] [[Republican]]s''' help [[Democrat]]s pass [[Ukraine aid]] package. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/more-dozen-house-republicans-help-democrats-pass-ukraine-aid-package]. Pigs at the [[democracy]] trough. [https://boriquagato.substack.com/p/pigs-at-the-democracy-trough]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] walks out of interview''' with ''[[Meet the Press]]'' [[fake news]] anchor [[Kristen Welker]]. [https://youtu.be/eCryZlXg7Uk]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, vote for a 60-day window to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the [[Starobelsk massacre]]? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196461 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-10T18:55:13Z <p>Aschlafly: &quot;Don't mess with Texas&quot;!</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''[[US]] hits [[India]]n oil tanker'''; [https://youtu.be/PsdFwjKE6hk] [[India]] deploys [[nuke]]s for first time in history. [https://youtu.be/7sRN6hnzRxw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic splits [[Texas]] from the [[U.S.]]''', as a Texas court rules in favor of allowing the [[NCAA]]-banned Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby to play. On appeal, &quot;all four judges are Texas Tech alums if you're wondering,&quot; [[Associated Press|AP]] reports. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/wireStory/college-sports-suddenly-facing-major-question-hinges-gambling-133740336] ''&quot;Don't mess with [[Texas]]&quot;!''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again: the [[liberal media]] and the [[Establishment]] lose in a landslide''' to [[Graham Platner]], 72%-28%, in the [[Maine]] [[Dem]] primary for [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://www.cnn.com/election/2026/primaries/maine?admin1=23&amp;election-data-id=2026-SD&amp;election-painting-mode=single-party-candidates&amp;filter-key-races=false&amp;filter-flipped=false&amp;filter-remaining=false] ''[[Republican]]s face similar losses in the [[2026 midterm elections]], if they don't pivot soon''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Fun to read about''': the genuine, intelligent [[populist]] [[Progressive]], [[Graham Platner]], sharply rebukes the idiotic one, [[John Fetterman]]. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5915534-maine-senate-race-platner-fetterman/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The American Conservative]]'': Is the [[Iran war]]''' tipping [[Persian Gulf|the Gulf]] away from the [[US]]?<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Israel]] defies [[Trump]]''' and attacks [[Iran]]. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/iran-fm-blames-us-contradictions-stalled-peace-talks-tehran-slaps-million-dollar][https://www.timesofisrael.com/defying-trump-israel-strikes-iranian-military-fuel-targets-iran-houthis-fire-missiles-at-israel/][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/iran-war-israel-again-bombs-lebanon-defying-trump-and-killing-deal-middle-east-straits-as-foundations-for-new-security-architecture-alon-mizrahis-zionism-delenda-est-debate-over-oil-cliff-t.html] [[News Forensics]]: The Donald &amp; Bibi Show. [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-donald-and-bibi-show] ''Not a comedy''. [[Houthi]]s ban Israeli shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb. [https://youtu.be/8M3QHjXk-04]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Pentagon]] accuses [[Israel]] of spying''' on the [[Trump 2.0|Trump administration]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/pentagon-raised-threat-israeli-spying-us-highest-level-sources-say-rcna348565]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: '[[Israel]] is sliding''' towards [[anarchy]]'. [https://azradale.substack.com/p/israel-is-sliding-towards-anarchy]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sen Mark Warner]] kept the [[Russia hoax]] alive''' for a decade. Now he’s blocking Pulte, the man who could expose him. [https://youtu.be/1_kVEbEZDf4]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite fail in their out-all smears of [[Graham Platner]]''', the anti-war [[progressive]] opportunist in [[Maine]] campaigning against the [[Establishment]]. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/maine-democrats-divided-platner-stick-reluctantly/story][https://jimtreacher.substack.com/p/i-believe-lyndsey-fifield][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/gop-aipac-centrist-dems-for-keeps-schumer-platner-el-sayed.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] shot down [[Apache helicopter]].''' [https://youtu.be/MBIH6L9x0bg] ''First Apache helicopter lost in [[Iran war|Iran conflict]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservative populist]] Zach Lahn won a stunning upset over the [[Trump]]-endorsed favorite''' for the [[GOP]] nomination for [[Iowa]] governor. Lahn opposed [[data center]]s, was endorsed by MAHA, and by [https://x.com/SteaknShake/status/2062149779446980912?s=20 Steak 'n Shake!] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] gives [[Azov Nazi]]s [[AI]]-guided [[drone]]s''' &amp; why these are not game-changers. [https://rumble.com/v7at8zy-us-gives-ukrainian-nazis-ai-guided-drones-and-why-these-are-not-game-change.html] [[Putin]] responds to latest [[NATO]]/[[Zelensky]] [[psyop]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/putins-message-to-ukraine-keep-on][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-at-the-crossroads-as-elites]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]'''. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Robert Pape]]: The New Phase.''' [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/the-new-phase]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': More than a dozen [[House]] [[Republican]]s''' help [[Democrat]]s pass [[Ukraine aid]] package. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/more-dozen-house-republicans-help-democrats-pass-ukraine-aid-package]. Pigs at the [[democracy]] trough. [https://boriquagato.substack.com/p/pigs-at-the-democracy-trough]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] walks out of interview''' with ''[[Meet the Press]]'' [[fake news]] anchor [[Kristen Welker]]. [https://youtu.be/eCryZlXg7Uk]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, vote for a 60-day window to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the [[Starobelsk massacre]]? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196458 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-10T17:25:04Z <p>Aschlafly: Sports gambling pandemic splits Texas from the U.S., as a Texas court rules in favor of allowing the NCAA-banned Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby to play. On appeal, &quot;all four judges are Texas Tech alums if you're wondering,&quot; [[Associ</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic splits [[Texas]] from the [[U.S.]]''', as a Texas court rules in favor of allowing the [[NCAA]]-banned Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby to play. On appeal, &quot;all four judges are Texas Tech alums if you're wondering,&quot; [[Associated Press|AP]] reports. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/wireStory/college-sports-suddenly-facing-major-question-hinges-gambling-133740336] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again: the [[liberal media]] and the [[Establishment]] lose in a landslide''' to [[Graham Platner]], 72%-28%, in the [[Maine]] [[Dem]] primary for [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://www.cnn.com/election/2026/primaries/maine?admin1=23&amp;election-data-id=2026-SD&amp;election-painting-mode=single-party-candidates&amp;filter-key-races=false&amp;filter-flipped=false&amp;filter-remaining=false] ''[[Republican]]s face similar losses in the [[2026 midterm elections]], if they don't pivot soon''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Fun to read about''': the genuine, intelligent [[populist]] [[Progressive]], [[Graham Platner]], sharply rebukes the idiotic one, [[John Fetterman]]. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5915534-maine-senate-race-platner-fetterman/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The American Conservative]]'':Is the [[Iran war]]''' tipping [[Persian Gulf|the Gulf]] away from the [[US]]?<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Israel]] defies [[Trump]]''' and attacks [[Iran]]. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/iran-fm-blames-us-contradictions-stalled-peace-talks-tehran-slaps-million-dollar][https://www.timesofisrael.com/defying-trump-israel-strikes-iranian-military-fuel-targets-iran-houthis-fire-missiles-at-israel/][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/iran-war-israel-again-bombs-lebanon-defying-trump-and-killing-deal-middle-east-straits-as-foundations-for-new-security-architecture-alon-mizrahis-zionism-delenda-est-debate-over-oil-cliff-t.html] [[News Forensics]]: The Donald &amp; Bibi Show. [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-donald-and-bibi-show] ''Not a comedy''. [[Houthi]]s ban Israeli shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb. [https://youtu.be/8M3QHjXk-04]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Pentagon]] accuses [[Israel]] of spying''' on the [[Trump 2.0|Trump administration]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/pentagon-raised-threat-israeli-spying-us-highest-level-sources-say-rcna348565]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: '[[Israel]] is sliding''' towards [[anarchy]]'. [https://azradale.substack.com/p/israel-is-sliding-towards-anarchy]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sen Mark Warner]] kept the [[Russia hoax]] alive''' for a decade. Now he’s blocking Pulte, the man who could expose him. [https://youtu.be/1_kVEbEZDf4]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite fail in their out-all smears of [[Graham Platner]]''', the anti-war [[progressive]] opportunist in [[Maine]] campaigning against the [[Establishment]]. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/maine-democrats-divided-platner-stick-reluctantly/story][https://jimtreacher.substack.com/p/i-believe-lyndsey-fifield][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/gop-aipac-centrist-dems-for-keeps-schumer-platner-el-sayed.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] shot down [[Apache helicopter]].''' [https://youtu.be/MBIH6L9x0bg] ''First Apache helicopter lost in [[Iran war|Iran conflict]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservative populist]] Zach Lahn won a stunning upset over the [[Trump]]-endorsed favorite''' for the [[GOP]] nomination for [[Iowa]] governor. Lahn opposed [[data center]]s, was endorsed by MAHA, and by [https://x.com/SteaknShake/status/2062149779446980912?s=20 Steak 'n Shake!] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] gives [[Azov Nazi]]s [[AI]]-guided [[drone]]s''' &amp; why these are not game-changers. [https://rumble.com/v7at8zy-us-gives-ukrainian-nazis-ai-guided-drones-and-why-these-are-not-game-change.html] [[Putin]] responds to latest [[NATO]]/[[Zelensky]] [[psyop]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/putins-message-to-ukraine-keep-on][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-at-the-crossroads-as-elites]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]'''. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Robert Pape]]: The New Phase.''' [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/the-new-phase]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': More than a dozen [[House]] [[Republican]]s''' help [[Democrat]]s pass [[Ukraine aid]] package. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/more-dozen-house-republicans-help-democrats-pass-ukraine-aid-package]. Pigs at the [[democracy]] trough. [https://boriquagato.substack.com/p/pigs-at-the-democracy-trough]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] walks out of interview''' with ''[[Meet the Press]]'' [[fake news]] anchor [[Kristen Welker]]. [https://youtu.be/eCryZlXg7Uk]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, vote for a 60-day window to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the [[Starobelsk massacre]]? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196454 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-10T04:30:14Z <p>Aschlafly: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again: the [[liberal media]] and the [[Establishment]] lose in a landslide''' to [[Graham Platner]], 72%-28%, in the [[Maine]] [[Dem]] primary for [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://www.cnn.com/election/2026/primaries/maine?admin1=23&amp;election-data-id=2026-SD&amp;election-painting-mode=single-party-candidates&amp;filter-key-races=false&amp;filter-flipped=false&amp;filter-remaining=false] ''[[Republican]]s face similar losses in the [[2026 midterm elections]], if they don't pivot soon''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Fun to read about''': the genuine, intelligent [[populist]] [[Progressive]], [[Graham Platner]], sharply rebukes the idiotic one, [[John Fetterman]]. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5915534-maine-senate-race-platner-fetterman/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Israel]] defies [[Trump]]''' and attacks [[Iran]]. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/iran-fm-blames-us-contradictions-stalled-peace-talks-tehran-slaps-million-dollar][https://www.timesofisrael.com/defying-trump-israel-strikes-iranian-military-fuel-targets-iran-houthis-fire-missiles-at-israel/][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/iran-war-israel-again-bombs-lebanon-defying-trump-and-killing-deal-middle-east-straits-as-foundations-for-new-security-architecture-alon-mizrahis-zionism-delenda-est-debate-over-oil-cliff-t.html] [[News Forensics]]: The Donald &amp; Bibi Show. [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-donald-and-bibi-show] ''Not a comedy''. [[Houthi]]s ban Israeli shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb. [https://youtu.be/8M3QHjXk-04]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Pentagon]] accuses [[Israel]] of spying''' on the [[Trump 2.0|Trump administration]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/pentagon-raised-threat-israeli-spying-us-highest-level-sources-say-rcna348565]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: '[[Israel]] is sliding''' towards [[anarchy]]'. [https://azradale.substack.com/p/israel-is-sliding-towards-anarchy]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sen Mark Warner]] kept the [[Russia hoax]] alive''' for a decade. Now he’s blocking Pulte, the man who could expose him. [https://youtu.be/1_kVEbEZDf4]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite fail in their out-all smears of [[Graham Platner]]''', the anti-war [[progressive]] opportunist in [[Maine]] campaigning against the [[Establishment]]. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/maine-democrats-divided-platner-stick-reluctantly/story][https://jimtreacher.substack.com/p/i-believe-lyndsey-fifield][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/gop-aipac-centrist-dems-for-keeps-schumer-platner-el-sayed.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] shot down [[Apache helicopter]].''' [https://youtu.be/MBIH6L9x0bg] ''First Apache helicopter lost in [[Iran war|Iran conflict]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservative populist]] Zach Lahn won a stunning upset over the [[Trump]]-endorsed favorite''' for the [[GOP]] nomination for [[Iowa]] governor. Lahn opposed [[data center]]s, was endorsed by MAHA, and by [https://x.com/SteaknShake/status/2062149779446980912?s=20 Steak 'n Shake!] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] gives [[Azov Nazi]]s [[AI]]-guided [[drone]]s''' &amp; why these are not game-changers. [https://rumble.com/v7at8zy-us-gives-ukrainian-nazis-ai-guided-drones-and-why-these-are-not-game-change.html] [[Putin]] responds to latest [[NATO]]/[[Zelensky]] [[psyop]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/putins-message-to-ukraine-keep-on][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-at-the-crossroads-as-elites]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]'''. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Robert Pape]]: The New Phase.''' [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/the-new-phase]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': More than a dozen [[House]] [[Republican]]s''' help [[Democrat]]s pass [[Ukraine aid]] package. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/more-dozen-house-republicans-help-democrats-pass-ukraine-aid-package]. Pigs at the [[democracy]] trough. [https://boriquagato.substack.com/p/pigs-at-the-democracy-trough]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] walks out of interview''' with ''[[Meet the Press]]'' [[fake news]] anchor [[Kristen Welker]]. [https://youtu.be/eCryZlXg7Uk]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, vote for a 60-day window to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the [[Starobelsk massacre]]? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196453 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-10T04:29:13Z <p>Aschlafly: Conservapedia proven right, again: the liberal media and the Establishment lose in a landslide to Graham Platner, 72%-28%, in the Maine Dem primary for U.S. Senate. Republicans face similar losses in 2026 midterm election</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again: the [[liberal media]] and the Establishment lose in a landslide''' to [[Graham Platner]], 72%-28%, in the [[Maine]] [[Dem]] primary for [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://www.cnn.com/election/2026/primaries/maine?admin1=23&amp;election-data-id=2026-SD&amp;election-painting-mode=single-party-candidates&amp;filter-key-races=false&amp;filter-flipped=false&amp;filter-remaining=false] ''[[Republican]]s face similar losses in the [[2026 midterm elections]], if they don't pivot soon''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Fun to read about''': the genuine, intelligent [[populist]] [[Progressive]], [[Graham Platner]], sharply rebukes the idiotic one, [[John Fetterman]]. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5915534-maine-senate-race-platner-fetterman/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Israel]] defies [[Trump]]''' and attacks [[Iran]]. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/iran-fm-blames-us-contradictions-stalled-peace-talks-tehran-slaps-million-dollar][https://www.timesofisrael.com/defying-trump-israel-strikes-iranian-military-fuel-targets-iran-houthis-fire-missiles-at-israel/][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/iran-war-israel-again-bombs-lebanon-defying-trump-and-killing-deal-middle-east-straits-as-foundations-for-new-security-architecture-alon-mizrahis-zionism-delenda-est-debate-over-oil-cliff-t.html] [[News Forensics]]: The Donald &amp; Bibi Show. [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-donald-and-bibi-show] ''Not a comedy''. [[Houthi]]s ban Israeli shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb. [https://youtu.be/8M3QHjXk-04]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Pentagon]] accuses [[Israel]] of spying''' on the [[Trump 2.0|Trump administration]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/pentagon-raised-threat-israeli-spying-us-highest-level-sources-say-rcna348565]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: '[[Israel]] is sliding''' towards [[anarchy]]'. [https://azradale.substack.com/p/israel-is-sliding-towards-anarchy]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sen Mark Warner]] kept the [[Russia hoax]] alive''' for a decade. Now he’s blocking Pulte, the man who could expose him. [https://youtu.be/1_kVEbEZDf4]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite fail in their out-all smears of [[Graham Platner]]''', the anti-war [[progressive]] opportunist in [[Maine]] campaigning against the [[Establishment]]. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/maine-democrats-divided-platner-stick-reluctantly/story][https://jimtreacher.substack.com/p/i-believe-lyndsey-fifield][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/gop-aipac-centrist-dems-for-keeps-schumer-platner-el-sayed.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] shot down [[Apache helicopter]].''' [https://youtu.be/MBIH6L9x0bg] ''First Apache helicopter lost in [[Iran war|Iran conflict]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservative populist]] Zach Lahn won a stunning upset over the [[Trump]]-endorsed favorite''' for the [[GOP]] nomination for [[Iowa]] governor. Lahn opposed [[data center]]s, was endorsed by MAHA, and by [https://x.com/SteaknShake/status/2062149779446980912?s=20 Steak 'n Shake!] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] gives [[Azov Nazi]]s [[AI]]-guided [[drone]]s''' &amp; why these are not game-changers. [https://rumble.com/v7at8zy-us-gives-ukrainian-nazis-ai-guided-drones-and-why-these-are-not-game-change.html] [[Putin]] responds to latest [[NATO]]/[[Zelensky]] [[psyop]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/putins-message-to-ukraine-keep-on][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-at-the-crossroads-as-elites]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]'''. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Robert Pape]]: The New Phase.''' [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/the-new-phase]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': More than a dozen [[House]] [[Republican]]s''' help [[Democrat]]s pass [[Ukraine aid]] package. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/more-dozen-house-republicans-help-democrats-pass-ukraine-aid-package]. Pigs at the [[democracy]] trough. [https://boriquagato.substack.com/p/pigs-at-the-democracy-trough]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] walks out of interview''' with ''[[Meet the Press]]'' [[fake news]] anchor [[Kristen Welker]]. [https://youtu.be/eCryZlXg7Uk]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, vote for a 60-day window to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the [[Starobelsk massacre]]? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196431 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-09T22:34:05Z <p>Aschlafly: Fun to read about: the genuine, intelligent populist Progressive, Graham Platner, sharply rebukes the idiotic one, John Fetterman.</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''Fun to read about''': the genuine, intelligent [[populist]] [[Progressive]], [[Graham Platner]], sharply rebukes the idiotic one, [[John Fetterman]]. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5915534-maine-senate-race-platner-fetterman/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Israel]] defies [[Trump]]''' and attacks [[Iran]]. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/iran-fm-blames-us-contradictions-stalled-peace-talks-tehran-slaps-million-dollar][https://www.timesofisrael.com/defying-trump-israel-strikes-iranian-military-fuel-targets-iran-houthis-fire-missiles-at-israel/][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/iran-war-israel-again-bombs-lebanon-defying-trump-and-killing-deal-middle-east-straits-as-foundations-for-new-security-architecture-alon-mizrahis-zionism-delenda-est-debate-over-oil-cliff-t.html] [[News Forensics]]: The Donald &amp; Bibi Show. [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-donald-and-bibi-show] ''Not a comedy''. [[Houthi]]s ban Israeli shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb. [https://youtu.be/8M3QHjXk-04]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Pentagon]] accuses [[Israel]] of spying''' on the [[Trump 2.0|Trump administration]]. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/pentagon-raised-threat-israeli-spying-us-highest-level-sources-say-rcna348565]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: '[[Israel]] is sliding''' towards [[anarchy]]'. [https://azradale.substack.com/p/israel-is-sliding-towards-anarchy]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sen Mark Warner]] kept the [[Russia hoax]] alive''' for a decade. Now he’s blocking Pulte, the man who could expose him. [https://youtu.be/1_kVEbEZDf4]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite fail in their out-all smears of [[Graham Platner]]''', the anti-war [[progressive]] opportunist in [[Maine]] campaigning against the [[Establishment]]. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/maine-democrats-divided-platner-stick-reluctantly/story][https://jimtreacher.substack.com/p/i-believe-lyndsey-fifield][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/06/gop-aipac-centrist-dems-for-keeps-schumer-platner-el-sayed.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] shot down [[Apache helicopter]].''' [https://youtu.be/MBIH6L9x0bg] ''First Apache helicopter lost in [[Iran war|Iran conflict]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservative populist]] Zach Lahn won a stunning upset over the [[Trump]]-endorsed favorite''' for the [[GOP]] nomination for [[Iowa]] governor. Lahn opposed [[data center]]s, was endorsed by MAHA, and by [https://x.com/SteaknShake/status/2062149779446980912?s=20 Steak 'n Shake!] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] gives [[Azov Nazi]]s [[AI]]-guided [[drone]]s''' &amp; why these are not game-changers. [https://rumble.com/v7at8zy-us-gives-ukrainian-nazis-ai-guided-drones-and-why-these-are-not-game-change.html] [[Putin]] responds to latest [[NATO]]/[[Zelensky]] [[psyop]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/putins-message-to-ukraine-keep-on][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-at-the-crossroads-as-elites]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]'''. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Robert Pape]]: The New Phase.''' [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/the-new-phase]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': More than a dozen [[House]] [[Republican]]s''' help [[Democrat]]s pass [[Ukraine aid]] package. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/more-dozen-house-republicans-help-democrats-pass-ukraine-aid-package]. Pigs at the [[democracy]] trough. [https://boriquagato.substack.com/p/pigs-at-the-democracy-trough]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] walks out of interview''' with ''[[Meet the Press]]'' [[fake news]] anchor [[Kristen Welker]]. [https://youtu.be/eCryZlXg7Uk]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, vote for a 60-day window to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the [[Starobelsk massacre]]? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196339 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-07T22:50:25Z <p>Aschlafly: Dem elite fail in their out-all smears of Graham Platner, the anti-war progressive in Maine running against the Establishment.</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite fail in their out-all smears of [[Graham Platner]]''', the anti-war [[progressive]] in [[Maine]] campaigning against the [[Establishment]]. [https://abcnews.com/Politics/maine-democrats-divided-platner-stick-reluctantly/story?id=133656038]]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservative populist]] Zach Lahn won a stunning upset over the [[Trump]]-endorsed favorite''' for the [[GOP]] nomination for [[Iowa]] governor. Lahn opposed [[data center]]s, was endorsed by MAHA, and by [https://x.com/SteaknShake/status/2062149779446980912?s=20 Steak 'n Shake!] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] gives [[Ukraine]] [[AI]]-guided [[drone]]s''' &amp; why these are not game-changers. [https://rumble.com/v7at8zy-us-gives-ukrainian-nazis-ai-guided-drones-and-why-these-are-not-game-change.html] [[Putin]] responds to latest [[NATO]]/[[Zelensky]] [[psyop]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/putins-message-to-ukraine-keep-on][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-at-the-crossroads-as-elites]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]''', even though he won the Dem [[Maine]] primary by a landslide. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Robert Pape]]: The New Phase.''' [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/the-new-phase]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': More than a dozen [[House]] [[Republican]]s''' help [[Democrat]]s pass [[Ukraine aid]] package. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/more-dozen-house-republicans-help-democrats-pass-ukraine-aid-package]. Pigs at the [[democracy]] trough. [https://boriquagato.substack.com/p/pigs-at-the-democracy-trough]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] walks out of interview''' with ''[[Meet the Press]]'' [[fake news]] anchor [[Kristen Welker]]. [https://youtu.be/eCryZlXg7Uk]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, vote for a 60-day window to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the [[Starobelsk massacre]]? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Conservative_populism&diff=2196320 Conservative populism 2026-06-07T05:09:05Z <p>Aschlafly: </p> <hr /> <div>'''Conservative populism'''&lt;ref&gt;Sometimes called right-wing populism or national populism.&lt;/ref&gt; is a grassroots political movement in the [[United States]] and worldwide which rejects the [[liberal media]], [[globalism]], [[environmentalism]], the [[homosexual agenda]], [[gun control]], mandatory [[vaccination]], and the [[Deep State]].<br /> <br /> Examples include [[US President Donald Trump]], [[Vice President]] [[J.D. Vance]], [[Senator]] [[Bernie Moreno]] of [[Ohio]], entrepreneur [[Elon Musk]], [[VOA]] Director [[Kari Lake]], former Rep. [[Madison Cawthorn]] (R-NC) (later defeated by [[the Establishment]] for calling Ukrainian dictator [[Volodymyr Zelensky]] a thug), Sen. [[Ron Johnson]] (R-WI), Rep. [[Marjorie Taylor Greene]] (R-GA), Rep. [[Mary Miller]] (R-IL), and Rep. [[Lauren Boebert]] (R-CO). [[Democrat]]-turned-[[Independent]] Sen. [[Kyrsten Sinema]] (AZ), who grew up impoverished in a gas station, opposes increasing [[open borders]] and the [[minimum wage]], and is more of a conservative populist than a [[Leftist]]. Numerous Trump-endorsed candidates are additional examples of conservative populism, such as Dr. [[Mehmet Oz]]. In 2024, [[RFK Jr.]] campaigned as a conservative populist: &quot;It's time for a true populist leader to take back our country.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;https://x.com/RobertKennedyJr/status/1776438822429217145&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> ''[[A Choice Not An Echo]]'' by [[Phyllis Schlafly]], which sold 3 million copies in 1964, provided the intellectual and political foundation for conservative populism.<br /> <br /> Conservative populism opposes allowing unelected career bureaucrats such as [[Anthony Fauci]] to run the country with their biased claims of expertise or [[scientism]].<br /> <br /> Great authors who can be viewed as '''conservative populists''' include [[Charles Dickens]], [[Shakespeare]], [[G.K. Chesterton]], [[Fyodor Dostoyevsky]], and [[Robert Louis Stevenson]]. The great poet [[Robert Frost]] was a conservative populist. [[Hollywood]] actresses [[Marilyn Monroe]] and [[Jane Russell]] could be considered conservative populists. [[Midwest]]-raised director [[Orson Welles]] was a conservative populist. Foreign leaders [[Vladimir Putin]] ([[Russia]]),&lt;ref&gt;[https://imprimis.hillsdale.edu/how-to-think-about-vladimir-putin/ How to Think About Vladimir Putin], [[Christopher Caldwell]], ''Imprimis'', March 2017 Volume 46, Issue 3. [[Hillsdale College]]. imprimis.hillsdale.edu&lt;/ref&gt; [[Viktor Orban]] ([[Hungary]]), [[Robert Fico]] ([[Slovakia]]), [[Nigel Farage]] ([[UK]]), [[Marine Le Pen]] ([[France]]) and [[Geert Wilders]] ([[Netherlands]]) are conservative populists.<br /> <br /> Car designs, such as the [[Ford Mustang]], could be considered as conservative populist. An issue of conservative populism is a restriction on water flow in new homes, thereby forcing frustrated occupants to run the water longer or the dishwasher multiple times.<br /> <br /> == National Populism ==<br /> National populism takes [[nationalist]] positions on issues such as [[patriotism]], [[national sovereignty]], [[law and order]], and support for less [[immigration]].&lt;ref name=&quot;Parties&amp;Elections&quot;&gt;[http://www.parties-and-elections.eu/content.html Explanatory notes -- III. Classifications]. ''Parties and Elections in Europe''. Retrieved November 24, 2017.&lt;/ref&gt; Like most other populists, they emphasize anti-[[elitism]] and opposition to the [[establishment]].&lt;ref name=&quot;Parties&amp;Elections&quot;/&gt; Right-wing populism is very similar ideologically to [[national conservatism]] and [[Paleoconservative|paleoconservatism]], and it tends to be [[Euroskeptic]]. Right-wing populism claims to believe in [[equality]], and rejects [[racism]], [[bigotry]], [[antisemitism]], [[totalitarianism]] and other [[leftist]] beliefs.<br /> <br /> The term &quot;right-wing populism&quot; is often used pejoratively by liberals to smear or discredit conservatives who hold the above positions. Thus, conservatives often avoid using the term to describe their beliefs. [[Marxist]]s define right-wing populism as &quot;proto-fascist.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;''Radical right-wing populism in Western Europe'', by H G Betz, p 4, (1994). [https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0049089X15001659]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> Right-wing populism is seeing massive growth in Europe in the early 21st century,&lt;ref&gt;Lane, Oliver JJ (December 29, 2017). [https://www.breitbart.com/london/2017/12/29/right-wing-populism-become-new-normal-no-end-sight-surge-tony-blair-institute/ Right Wing Populism Could Become ‘New Normal’, No End in Sight For Surge: Tony Blair Institute]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved March 4, 2018.&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;Jasper, William F. (December 11, 2018). [https://www.thenewamerican.com/world-news/europe/item/30885-europe-in-revolt-people-vs-elites-on-migration-climate-taxes-brexit-and-more Europe in Revolt: People vs. Elites on Migration, Climate, Taxes, Brexit, and More]. ''The New American''. Retrieved December 11, 2018.&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;Tomlonson, Chris (January 3, 2020). [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2020/01/03/the-2010s-were-the-best-decade-for-european-populism-yet/ The 2010s Were the Best Decade for European Populism Yet]. ''Breitbart News''. Retrieved January 3, 2020.&lt;/ref&gt; with parties such as the [[Austrian Freedom Party]], [[Lega Nord]], and the [[Alternative for Germany]], among numerous others. Many of these parties have made it into the governments of their respective countries. In the [[United States]], figures such as [[Pat Buchanan]] and [[Donald Trump]] have been labeled right-wing populist. Other leading right-populists are [[Steve Bannon]], [[Alex Jones]], [[Milo Yiannopoulos]], [[Paul Joseph Watson]], and [[Mike Cernovich]].<br /> <br /> ==Distinction between right-wing populism and conservatism==<br /> Although often associated with conservatism, right-wing populism takes many anti-conservative positions. For instance, they reject the principles of fiscal conservatism and small government, often expressing support for domestic social programs such as welfare, in addition to viewing the government as a crucial tool to solve societal problems (a liberal worldview). Some key right-wing populist ideals, such as nativism, are derived from early 20th century [[progressivism]].&lt;ref&gt;Syrios, Andrew (July 22, 2014). [https://mises.org/library/brief-history-progressivism A Brief History of Progressivism]. ''Mises Institute''. Retrieved October 16, 2021.&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> Right-wing populists and left-wing populists share many key viewpoints on economics. Unlike conservatives who emphasize less government spending and more individual freedom, right-wing populists praise demagogic old-school leftists such as [[Huey Long]].&lt;ref&gt;Carmichael, Ellen (August 1, 2021). [https://www.nationalreview.com/2021/08/huey-long-was-wrong/#slide-1 Huey Long Was Wrong]. ''National Review''. Retrieved October 16, 2021.&lt;/ref&gt; The religious dimension of &quot;right-wing populism&quot; repeats the mantra of the [[Social Gospel]], advocating a top-down, coercive, government-directed approach to bring about supposed &quot;social conservative&quot; changes within the cultural aspect of society.<br /> <br /> Unlike conservatives who believe in a merit-based immigration system, right-wing populists tend to favor prohibiting immigration altogether, often using racially motivated arguments traditionally attributable to leftist thought common among early 20th–century socialists.<br /> <br /> Right-wing populists often demonstrate a lack of sufficiently understanding history, an example being their support for [[Jacksonian Democracy]]. They tend to extol the founders of the racist [[Democratic Party]], particularly [[Andrew Jackson]] and [[James K. Polk]], despite the fact that Jackson and Polk were bitterly opposed by the conservative [[Whig Party]].<br /> <br /> ==See also==<br /> *[[European migrant crisis]]<br /> *[[Brexit]]<br /> *[[Populism]]<br /> *[[Shakespeare and conservative populism]]<br /> *[[Viktor Orbán]]<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[https://www.breitbart.com/2016-presidential-race/2016/06/17/populism-replacing-conservatism-winning/ Why Populism Is Replacing Conservatism, and Why It’s Winning], by Scott Morefield, ''Breitbart News'', June 17, 2016.<br /> *[https://www.theamericanconservative.com/articles/the-not-so-new-populism-farage-le-pen-orban/ The Not-So-New Populism], by Ryan Girdusky, ''The American Conservative'', April 11, 2019.<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> {{reflist}}<br /> <br /> {{conservative populism}}<br /> <br /> [[Category:Politics]]<br /> [[Category:Populism]]<br /> [[Category:Populists]]<br /> [[Category:Political Ideologies]]<br /> [[Category:Political Terms]]<br /> [[Category:Marxist Terminology]]</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196319 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-07T05:08:06Z <p>Aschlafly: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''[[Conservative populist]] Zach Lahn won a stunning upset over the [[Trump]]-endorsed favorite''' for the [[GOP]] nomination for [[Iowa]] governor. Lahn opposed [[data center]]s, was endorsed by MAHA, and by [https://x.com/SteaknShake/status/2062149779446980912?s=20 Steak 'n Shake!] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] gives [[Ukraine]] [[AI]]-guided [[drone]]s''' &amp; why these are not game-changers. [https://rumble.com/v7at8zy-us-gives-ukrainian-nazis-ai-guided-drones-and-why-these-are-not-game-change.html] [[Putin]] responds to latest [[NATO]]/[[Zelensky]] [[psyop]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/putins-message-to-ukraine-keep-on][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-at-the-crossroads-as-elites]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]''', even though he won the Dem [[Maine]] primary by a landslide. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Robert Pape]]: The New Phase.''' [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/the-new-phase]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': More than a dozen [[House]] [[Republican]]s''' help [[Democrat]]s pass [[Ukraine aid]] package. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/more-dozen-house-republicans-help-democrats-pass-ukraine-aid-package]. Pigs at the [[democracy]] trough. [https://boriquagato.substack.com/p/pigs-at-the-democracy-trough]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, vote for a 60-day window to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the [[Starobelsk massacre]]? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196318 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-07T04:41:01Z <p>Aschlafly: Conservative populist Zach Lahn won a stunning upset over the Trump-endorsed favorite for the GOP nomination for governor. Lahn opposed data centers and was endorsed by MAHA ... and by Steak 'n Shake</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''[[Conservative populist]] Zach Lahn won a stunning upset over the [[Trump]]-endorsed favorite''' for the [[GOP]] nomination for [[Iowa]] governor. Lahn opposed [[data center]]s, was endorsed by MAHA, and by [https://x.com/SteaknShake/status/2062149779446980912?s=20 Steak 'n Shake]! <br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] gives [[Ukraine]] [[AI]]-guided [[drone]]s''' &amp; why these are not game-changers. [https://rumble.com/v7at8zy-us-gives-ukrainian-nazis-ai-guided-drones-and-why-these-are-not-game-change.html] [[Putin]] responds to latest [[NATO]]/[[Zelensky]] [[psyop]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/putins-message-to-ukraine-keep-on][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-at-the-crossroads-as-elites]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]''', even though he won the Dem [[Maine]] primary by a landslide. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Robert Pape]]: The New Phase.''' [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/the-new-phase]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': More than a dozen [[House]] [[Republican]]s''' help [[Democrat]]s pass [[Ukraine aid]] package. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/more-dozen-house-republicans-help-democrats-pass-ukraine-aid-package]. Pigs at the [[democracy]] trough. [https://boriquagato.substack.com/p/pigs-at-the-democracy-trough]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, vote for a 60-day window to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the [[Starobelsk massacre]]? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196303 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-06T23:28:07Z <p>Aschlafly: let's trim back overuse of &quot;Nazi&quot; epithet</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''[[US]] gives [[Ukraine]] [[AI]]-guided [[drone]]s''' &amp; why these are not game-changers. [https://rumble.com/v7at8zy-us-gives-ukrainian-nazis-ai-guided-drones-and-why-these-are-not-game-change.html] [[Putin]] responds to latest [[NATO]]/[[Zelensky]] [[psyop]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/putins-message-to-ukraine-keep-on][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-at-the-crossroads-as-elites]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]''', even though he won the Dem [[Maine]] primary by a landslide. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Robert Pape]]: The New Phase.''' [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/the-new-phase]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': More than a dozen [[House]] [[Republican]]s''' help [[Democrat]]s pass [[Ukraine aid]] package. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/more-dozen-house-republicans-help-democrats-pass-ukraine-aid-package]. Pigs at the [[democracy]] trough. [https://boriquagato.substack.com/p/pigs-at-the-democracy-trough]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, vote for 60 day window to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the [[Starobelsk massacre]]? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196242 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-05T23:45:11Z <p>Aschlafly: Dem elite do not want the progressive populist Graham Platner in the U.S. Senate, even though he won the Dem Maine primary by a landslide.</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''[[Dem]] elite do not want the [[progressive]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]] in the [[U.S. Senate]]''', even though he won the Dem [[Maine]] primary by a landslide. [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5912815-madeleine-dean-on-platner-allegations/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, votes to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the Starobelsk massacre? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] [[cover up]] of catastrophic [[nuclear]] threat''' to [[Europe]] gives the heinous game away. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/nato-cover-up-of-catastrophic-nuclear-threat-to-europe-gives-the-heinous-game-away]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Nazi]]-tattooed [[Senate]] candidate''' accused of physically abusing ex-girlfriend. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/graham-platner-maine-senate-race-alleged-abuse-ex-girlfriend/] [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward. ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196215 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-05T04:10:30Z <p>Aschlafly: Republican senators in the key midterm election races -- Maine, Ohio, and Alaska -- vote against Trump in connection with his new White House ballroom.</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''[[Republican]] senators in the key [[2026 midterm elections|midterm election]] races''' -- [[Maine]], [[Ohio]], and [[Alaska]] -- vote against [[Trump]] in connection with his new [[White House]] ballroom. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/06/breaking-six-republican-senators-vote-democrats-block-construction/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, votes to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the Starobelsk massacre? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Graham Platner]]’s accusers came forward.''' ''[[NYT]]'' fed them to the wolves. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/06/04/new-york-times-graham-platner-lyndsey-fifield-catch-and-kill-domestic-abuse/] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] <br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Overrated_Sports_Stars&diff=2196208 Overrated Sports Stars 2026-06-04T23:06:24Z <p>Aschlafly: Bryce Harper update: his career batting average is only .279 as of 2026.</p> <hr /> <div>[[File:Peyton Manning.jpg|thumb|Peyton Manning]]<br /> The [[lamestream media]] like to promote athletes based not on skill, but for [[liberal]] reasons. Here are the most overrated sports stars (none are among the [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Stars|Greatest Conservative Sports Stars]]).&lt;ref&gt;This list includes 25% of those on [[liberal]] [[ESPN]]'s list of the top 20 athletes of the last 20 years: [http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2018/03/20/espn-ranks-peyton-manning-no-4-tom-brady-no-20-in-its-top-20-athletes-list/]&lt;/ref&gt; Three on this list — Lance Armstrong, Tom Brady, and Tiger Woods — have been punished for cheating. LeBron James and Tom Brady have declined to shake hands after losing in playoffs.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.breitbart.com/sports/2021/06/04/lepout-no-handshakes-as-lebron-storms-off-after-1st-opening-round-playoff-loss-of-career/&lt;/ref&gt; Five on this list are independently included in the top 25 &quot;Most Overrated Athletes of All Time.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;https://www.thetoptens.com/sports/overrated-athletes/&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> #[[Andre Agassi]] &amp;mdash; his rival [[Pete Sampras]] was far better,&lt;ref&gt;Sampras defeated Agassi four out of the five times they met in Grand Slam finals. Overall, Sampras won 20 out of his 34 matches against Agassi. [http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/295861.html]&lt;/ref&gt; but Sampras is [[conservative]]. Agassi is a big donor to [[Democrat]] politicians.<br /> #[[Lance Armstrong]] &amp;mdash; favored by the [[liberal media]] because he publicly denied belief in [[God]], he pulled off perhaps the biggest scam in the history of sports by &quot;winning&quot; the [[Tour-de-France]] seven times with what has been described as [http://cyclinginvestigation.usada.org/# &quot;the most sophisticated, professionalized and successful doping program that sport has ever seen.&quot;] See also: [[Irreligion and unsportsmanlike conduct]]<br /> #[[David Beckham]] &amp;mdash; retired early to the American MLS league and then became a benchwarmer in the French League. His own [[British]] [[2012 Summer Olympics]] team did not even want him; his real skill seems to be in catering to the [[liberal media]].<br /> #[[Tom Brady]] &amp;mdash; probably the biggest sissy ever to play in the NFL, Brady gave up yardage rather than be tackled, and ducked playing in Pro Bowl games after he did poorly against top stars.&lt;ref&gt;https://sports.yahoo.com/tom-brady-pro-bowl-experience-112236350.html&lt;/ref&gt; After a clean hit that gave Brady a little bloody lip in his early playoff elimination, he so falsely accused [[Von Miller]] that the ref properly penalized Brady himself for unsportsmanlike conduct. He apparently required team staff to cheat by underinflating footballs for him for years, until finally caught in the 2015 AFC Championship game and suspended for it.&lt;ref&gt;Brady refused to apologize for his cheating and instead destroyed evidence.&lt;/ref&gt; Brady had a relatively weak throwing arm, zero running speed, and required tremendous pass protection to play well. The [[liberal media]] covered for him because his [[liberal]], foreign-born wife was [[Anti-Trump]] and bossed Brady around. ''Update'': they divorced, and the overhyped Brady had a losing record and was humiliated in his 1st-round playoff exit in the '22-'23 season.<br /> #[[Kobe Bryant]] &amp;mdash; was an overhyped bust at the [[2012 Summer Olympics]]; didn't win a single title without super-coaching by Phil Jackson, who observed that Bryant is not on the high level of [[Michael Jordan]]; Bryant's Lakers were pathetic in 2012-2013 while he was playing.<br /> #Jason Collins &amp;mdash; saw constant media coverage over him for being a homosexual even though he isn't even that good at basketball.<br /> #Bryce Harper &amp;mdash; an incredibly overhyped #1 draft pick in [[Major League Baseball]] who later signed the third most lucrative contract in professional sports, with the Philadelphia Phillies. Then he hit only .260 and the team that dumped him, the [[Washington Nationals]], won the [[World Series]] without him. ''Update'': his career batting average is only .279 as of 2026.<br /> #[[LeBron James]] &amp;mdash; over-promoted by the media to an absurd extent while James endorsed [[liberal]]s for president, including [[Kamala Harris]]. [[LeBron James|&quot;King&quot; James]] is overrated compared with [[Nikola Jokic]] and two outspokenly [[Christian]] stars, [[Steph Curry]] and [[Kevin Durant]]. LeBron helped Miami win two titles and helped Cleveland win a come-from-behind title in 2016, but received over-hype, such as the media claiming he is &quot;superhuman&quot;. In Finals appearances LeBron is a mere 4-6 (far behind Bill Russell, who appeared in 10 consecutive Finals and won nine of those, en route to 10 titles in 12 overall Finals appearances). LeBron has set many career records but not always the helpful kind, such as holding the record for the most career turnovers.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.cnn.com/2021/02/13/us/lebron-james-turnover-record-trnd/index.html&lt;/ref&gt; &quot;King&quot; James was swept 4-0 in the playoff semifinals in 2023 by a team led by the far better -- but far less media-promoted -- [[Serbian]]-born [[Nikola Jokic]] who outperformed &quot;King&quot; James in every major category.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.espn.com/nba/stats/player&lt;/ref&gt; &quot;In James’ six seasons with the Lakers, they have been eliminated in the first round of the playoffs twice and not even reached them two other times.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;https://sports.yahoo.com/lakers-eliminated-nuggets-game-5-044156238.html&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #[[Magic Johnson]] &amp;mdash; lucky enough to play on [[Kareem Abdul-Jabbar]]'s Lakers to win some titles, but was crushed by [[Michael Jordan]] and the Bulls; no problem, Magic was a critic of President [[George H.W. Bush]], which thrilled liberals.<br /> #*People look at him, and say, 'Hey, it's OK to get HIV because I'm living with it.' That is the wrong message. [https://www.cbsnews.com/8301-500202_162-57319698/20-years-since-magic-johnsons-hiv-stunner/]<br /> #[[Colin Kaepernick]] &amp;mdash; Quarterback Alex Smith did most of the dirty work giving the 49ers a good enough record to make it to the playoffs after Smith was injured Kaepernick was named the starter, but they lost the Super Bowl. Following Smith's release, the 49ers have struggled while Smith's new team, The Kansas City Chiefs have done well (though they ultimately let Smith go for [[Patrick Mahomes]], who won the 2018 AFC MVP). Liberals protect him because he is likely a [[communist]].&lt;ref&gt;https://www.upi.com/Sports_News/NFL/2016/11/27/Colin-Kaepernick-praises-good-things-done-by-communist-Fidel-Castro/9581480294777/&lt;/ref&gt; His main accomplishment is to coerce the NFL into a multimillion-dollar &quot;settlement&quot; claiming &quot;collusion&quot; by the NFL for not hiring him due to his anti-anthem protests (he was offered a contract in the Alliance of American Football, an NFL-sponsored minor league, but refused it wanting a minimum $20 million guaranteed contract).<br /> #Ryan Lochte &amp;mdash; has not won an individual [[Olympic]] medal in 5 years, but still grabs headlines for bad behavior. He was suspended twice, first for tainting the 2016 Summer Olympics by disparaging its host with his false allegations about having been supposedly stopped in a taxicab and robbed at gunpoint when in fact he had vandalized a local gas station, and then in 2018 for violating a ban against intravenous infusions. Even his friendly fellow swimmers &quot;expressed no sympathy for his situation&quot; after his second suspension.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/columnist/martin-rogers/2018/07/24/ryan-lochte-case-doesnt-bring-sympathy-fellow-swimmers/830312002/&lt;/ref&gt; Lochte failed by a wide margin to qualify for any spot on the Olympic team in 2021.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.sportskeeda.com/swimming/news-ryan-lochte-fails-qualify-tokyo-olympics-lilly-king-ryna-murphy-us-olympic-swimming-trials&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #[[Peyton Manning]] &amp;mdash; a [[quarterback]] who won only two [[NFL]] championships in 17 seasons, on teams that carried him to victory with overpowering defenses; the media unjustifiably hyped Manning as one of the best ever and gave him numerous regular season honors. The [[liberal media]] treated him like the Second Coming of [[Christ]] in order to oust [[conservative]] [[Tim Tebow]] from his leadership position in the [[swing state]] of [[Colorado]] before the [[Presidential Election 2012]]. After replacing Tebow, Manning eventually caused a humiliatingly early exit for the Broncos from the 2013 playoffs by throwing two big interceptions and was even worse in a humiliating [[Super Bowl]] loss in 2014 and a first-round playoff loss in 2015. Called &quot;a choke artist in the playoffs&quot; for his many upset losses in the big games.&lt;ref&gt;https://bleacherreport.com/articles/1482869-denver-broncos-is-peyton-manning-a-playoff-choke-artist&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #[[Steve Nash]] &amp;mdash; an [http://www.brightsideofthesun.com/2009/3/25/809516/steve-nash-on-media-bias-t outspoken liberal who supported Obama], Nash was chosen ''twice'' by the [[lamestream media]] as the [[NBA]] MVP despite never leading his team to even an NBA Finals. Even worse, the former coach of Nash was then hired by the Lakers in late 2012, rather than a far better coach who was available.<br /> #[[Danica Patrick]] - won only a single race in the Indy Car series, and never won a race in either the NASCAR Sprint Cup or Nationwide series, finishing no higher than fourth, although ESPN promoted her first and foremost when showing highlights of the NASCAR races in which she participated. The [[lamestream media]] adores her for her participation in controversial GoDaddy television advertisements.[[File:C Ronaldo.jpg|thumb|200px|Cristiano Ronaldo.]]<br /> #[[Megan Rapinoe]] - potty-mouthed [[Opposition to Donald Trump|anti-Trumper]] who promotes allowing transgender biological men in women's sports, even though her team lost to an under-15 boys team in [[Texas]]; Rapinoe commented to the media about not being played in a game during the 2023 [[World Cup]] but when later given her chance on a game-deciding penalty kick, she missed it to cause the worst-ever elimination of the U.S. And instead of blaming herself, she blamed God and questioned God existence only for injury.&lt;ref&gt;[https://www.foxnews.com/sports/megan-rapinoe-says-somebody-needs-check-christians-after-criticism-proof-god-remark Megan Rapinoe says 'somebody needs to check on the Christians' after criticism for 'proof' of God remark]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #[[Ben Roethlisberger]] - he only won the Super Bowl twice, which isn't that many times, considering the team he's on has won six Super Bowl rings. Despite this, there is more hype about him than there really needs to be, in similar ways to Tom Brady.<br /> #[[Cristiano Ronaldo]] - his spectacular talents have been ruined by his self-obsession, vanity, and cravings for celebrity. He is now officially &quot;sad&quot;, despite being one of the luckiest men alive. His [[Portugal]] team was eliminated by [[Uruguay]] from the [[World Cup]] 2018, and Ronaldo's behavior towards officials was so disgraceful that it marred the tournament, as captured by photos.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-5907073/We-wont-miss-behave-like-Cristiano-Ronaldo.html&lt;/ref&gt; [[Chess]] champion and [[soccer]] fan [[Magnus Carlsen]] said that he was forced by ''Real Madrid'' to say Ronaldo was his favorite, even though Carlsen thought Lionel Messi was clearly better.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/football/real-madrid-forced-me-to-say-cristiano-ronaldo-is-better-than-lionel-messi-chess-great-magnus-carlsen-makes-huge-claim-101661931862628.html&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #Wayne Rooney - burst onto the scene as a 16-year-old and called &quot;The English [[Pele|Pelé]].&quot; As his career approached its end, he completely failed to fulfill his potential, especially at the international level, and frequently behaved like a childish and immature 16-year-old.<br /> #Ronda Rousey &amp;mdash; A bully and a jerk. She threatened to beat up Justin Bieber (who has absolutely no martial arts experience) over childish nonsense. She's only really famous because of her sex appeal &amp; supporting [[Bernie Sanders]].&lt;ref&gt;http://www.maxim.com/entertainment/ronda-rousey-bernie-sanders-president-2015-11&lt;/ref&gt; Ironically she was beaten by Holly Holm (who is supporting Trump&lt;ref&gt;https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/celebrities-who-support-donald-trump/16/&lt;/ref&gt; and has predictably not received any media attention&lt;ref&gt;However, Holm is not helped by the lack of female MMA name fighters; the only one of note -- Cyborg -- has routinely tested positive for performance enhancing drugs.&lt;/ref&gt;). Afterward she was part of [[World Wrestling Entertainment]], which is scripted &quot;sports entertainment&quot;, but is now no longer under contract with them.<br /> #Michael Sam &amp;mdash; was heavily promoted by the media for being a homosexual despite not being a first-round draft pick and getting cut from the Rams before the start of the season.<br /> #Mark Sanchez &amp;mdash; while playing quarterback for the [[New York Jets]] he was touted as the team's best QB over [[conservative]] [[Christian]] [[Tim Tebow]], despite Sanchez falling apart at the end of the 2011–12 season and continuing to perform poorly in the 2012-2013 season (and was notable for one of the most embarrassing plays in NFL history -- the &quot;Butt Fumble&quot;, which occurred when an opposing player blocked a lineman into Sanchez, whereupon the lineman's posterior hit Sanchez and the ball). When Tebow came to the Jets, [[liberals]] championed the former [[USC]] star Sanchez as the superior player despite his mediocre play throughout his career. As a result, Tebow was forced out of the Jets team and released at the end of the 2012-13 season.<br /> #Ndamukong Suh - he intentionally hurts various NFL players so that they may not play football ever again. He also really isn't near as good as people hype him up to be, considering two out of the three seasons he was with the [[Miami Dolphins]], they went 6-10. He also only made the playoffs two out of the five seasons with the [[Detroit Lions]].<br /> #Team USA (basketball) &amp;mdash; failed to medal in two consecutive World Cup tournaments as of 2023, and its coaches seem more concerned with pandering to the [[liberal media]] and [[communist]] [[China]] than playing great basketball. Even the &quot;Dream Team&quot; of the 1992 Olympics, for all its overhype, benefited enormously from the breakup of the reigning gold-medalist [[Soviet Union]] team (1988) which forced the [[Lithuania]]n players to field their separate team in 1992 without other star Soviet players. <br /> #[[Tiger Woods]] &amp;mdash; has won only one major golf tournament in more than a decade, and yet he's the only one liberals want to promote while reporting on tournaments - even when he's not even playing, as in the 2014 [[Masters]]. Woods finished last in the 2024 [[Masters]] and failed to make the cut in the three other major tourneys in 2024.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.golfmonthly.com/news/rating-tiger-woods-chances-in-the-2025-majors&lt;/ref&gt; Woods has had a string of bizarre, unexplained injuries not typical among professional golfers. Masters winner Sergio Garcia responded to criticism of him in the media by Tiger Woods by saying that is &quot;probably the first thing he's told you guys that's true in 15 years.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;https://www.businessinsider.com/sergio-tiger-woods-lying-2013-5&lt;/ref&gt; Woods turned in an improper scorecard during the 2013 Masters (not taking his penalty for an illegal drop), for which a player would ordinarily be disqualified&lt;ref&gt;The 1969 Masters winner was disqualified for such.&lt;/ref&gt; but apparently favoritism for Woods avoided the DQ.&lt;ref&gt;https://deadspin.com/tiger-woods-avoids-disqualification-from-the-masters-fo-472775923&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #Manu Ginóbili &amp;mdash; lauded by the [[liberal media]] as one of the greatest players of his era, the statistics say otherwise; he never averaged 20 points per game nor five rebounds or assists at any point during his career. Although he has been a part of four [[NBA]] championship teams, teammates Tim Duncan and Tony Parker were easily the better players. Ginóbili did not even start the majority of the games in his career. He receives such adulation from [[liberals]] because of his [[atheism]].&lt;ref&gt;http://www.rantsports.com/clubhouse/2014/11/27/15-athletes-you-didnt-know-were-atheist-or-agnostic/#slide_3&lt;/ref&gt; Ginóbili was also known to frequently &quot;flop&quot; in attempts to deceive referees.<br /> #Rafael Nadal &amp;mdash; he is erroneously hailed by the media as the equal of Roger Federer and [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Stars|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] [[Novak Djokovic]]; although he has won 22 Grand Slam titles, most of them were just one less-competitive Grand Slam tourney (the French Open). Nadal's [[atheism]]&lt;ref&gt;https://www.celebatheists.com/wiki/Rafael_Nadal&lt;/ref&gt; is a key reason behind the media's support of him. Furthermore, like several other atheist athletes, Nadal has engaged in [[Irreligion and unsportsmanlike conduct|unsportsmanlike conduct]] by using up excessive amounts of time between serves as well as starting unprovoked confrontations with much lower-ranked players.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.tennis365.com/atp-tour/rafael-nadal-lays-into-disrespectful-nick-kyrgios-after-dramatic-acapulco-match/&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #[[Simone Biles]], got huge media coverage for only being Liberal Black supporter of disastrous Democrat party. She won two Gold Olympic medals in 2024 Olympic by taking advantage of banning Russian athletes from Olympic games by [[Russophobia|Russophobe]] organization of IOC.&lt;ref&gt;[https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nba/simone-biles-reportedly-donating-4-million-to-harris-walz-campaign/ar-AA1ouycZ?ocid=BingNewsSerp Simone Biles reportedly donating $4 million to Harris-Walz campaign]&lt;/ref&gt; She also mocked president Trump for saying that Black population are losing their jobs to illegal aliens, she doesn't care about her Black community.&lt;ref&gt;[https://www.forbes.com/sites/mollybohannon/2024/08/02/i-love-my-black-job-simone-biles-takes-apparent-jab-at-trump-after-winning-gold/ ‘I Love My Black Job’: Simone Biles Takes Apparent Jab At Trump After Winning Gold]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> {{Clear}}<br /> == See also ==<br /> <br /> *[[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Stars]]<br /> *[[Underrated Sports Stars]]<br /> *[[Irreligion and unsportsmanlike conduct]]<br /> *[[Conservapedia proven right]]<br /> *[https://ftw.usatoday.com/2015/08/pro-football-nfl-hall-of-fame-who-doesnt-belong-worst-troy-aikman-canton &quot;Troy Aikman and 16 others who don't belong in the Hall of Fame&quot;]<br /> *[[Amanda Beard]]<br /> <br /> == References ==<br /> <br /> &lt;references/&gt;<br /> [[Category:Sports]]</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Overrated_Sports_Stars&diff=2196207 Overrated Sports Stars 2026-06-04T23:02:54Z <p>Aschlafly: updated verb tenses re: Brady</p> <hr /> <div>[[File:Peyton Manning.jpg|thumb|Peyton Manning]]<br /> The [[lamestream media]] like to promote athletes based not on skill, but for [[liberal]] reasons. Here are the most overrated sports stars (none are among the [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Stars|Greatest Conservative Sports Stars]]).&lt;ref&gt;This list includes 25% of those on [[liberal]] [[ESPN]]'s list of the top 20 athletes of the last 20 years: [http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2018/03/20/espn-ranks-peyton-manning-no-4-tom-brady-no-20-in-its-top-20-athletes-list/]&lt;/ref&gt; Three on this list — Lance Armstrong, Tom Brady, and Tiger Woods — have been punished for cheating. LeBron James and Tom Brady have declined to shake hands after losing in playoffs.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.breitbart.com/sports/2021/06/04/lepout-no-handshakes-as-lebron-storms-off-after-1st-opening-round-playoff-loss-of-career/&lt;/ref&gt; Five on this list are independently included in the top 25 &quot;Most Overrated Athletes of All Time.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;https://www.thetoptens.com/sports/overrated-athletes/&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> #[[Andre Agassi]] &amp;mdash; his rival [[Pete Sampras]] was far better,&lt;ref&gt;Sampras defeated Agassi four out of the five times they met in Grand Slam finals. Overall, Sampras won 20 out of his 34 matches against Agassi. [http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/295861.html]&lt;/ref&gt; but Sampras is [[conservative]]. Agassi is a big donor to [[Democrat]] politicians.<br /> #[[Lance Armstrong]] &amp;mdash; favored by the [[liberal media]] because he publicly denied belief in [[God]], he pulled off perhaps the biggest scam in the history of sports by &quot;winning&quot; the [[Tour-de-France]] seven times with what has been described as [http://cyclinginvestigation.usada.org/# &quot;the most sophisticated, professionalized and successful doping program that sport has ever seen.&quot;] See also: [[Irreligion and unsportsmanlike conduct]]<br /> #[[David Beckham]] &amp;mdash; retired early to the American MLS league and then became a benchwarmer in the French League. His own [[British]] [[2012 Summer Olympics]] team did not even want him; his real skill seems to be in catering to the [[liberal media]].<br /> #[[Tom Brady]] &amp;mdash; probably the biggest sissy ever to play in the NFL, Brady gave up yardage rather than be tackled, and ducked playing in Pro Bowl games after he did poorly against top stars.&lt;ref&gt;https://sports.yahoo.com/tom-brady-pro-bowl-experience-112236350.html&lt;/ref&gt; After a clean hit that gave Brady a little bloody lip in his early playoff elimination, he so falsely accused [[Von Miller]] that the ref properly penalized Brady himself for unsportsmanlike conduct. He apparently required team staff to cheat by underinflating footballs for him for years, until finally caught in the 2015 AFC Championship game and suspended for it.&lt;ref&gt;Brady refused to apologize for his cheating and instead destroyed evidence.&lt;/ref&gt; Brady had a relatively weak throwing arm, zero running speed, and required tremendous pass protection to play well. The [[liberal media]] covered for him because his [[liberal]], foreign-born wife was [[Anti-Trump]] and bossed Brady around. ''Update'': they divorced, and the overhyped Brady had a losing record and was humiliated in his 1st-round playoff exit in the '22-'23 season.<br /> #[[Kobe Bryant]] &amp;mdash; was an overhyped bust at the [[2012 Summer Olympics]]; didn't win a single title without super-coaching by Phil Jackson, who observed that Bryant is not on the high level of [[Michael Jordan]]; Bryant's Lakers were pathetic in 2012-2013 while he was playing.<br /> #Jason Collins &amp;mdash; saw constant media coverage over him for being a homosexual even though he isn't even that good at basketball.<br /> #Bryce Harper &amp;mdash; an incredibly overhyped #1 draft pick in [[Major League Baseball]] who later signed the third most lucrative contract in professional sports, with the Philadelphia Phillies. Then he hit only .260 and the team that dumped him, the [[Washington Nationals]], won the [[World Series]] without him.<br /> #[[LeBron James]] &amp;mdash; over-promoted by the media to an absurd extent while James endorsed [[liberal]]s for president, including [[Kamala Harris]]. [[LeBron James|&quot;King&quot; James]] is overrated compared with [[Nikola Jokic]] and two outspokenly [[Christian]] stars, [[Steph Curry]] and [[Kevin Durant]]. LeBron helped Miami win two titles and helped Cleveland win a come-from-behind title in 2016, but received over-hype, such as the media claiming he is &quot;superhuman&quot;. In Finals appearances LeBron is a mere 4-6 (far behind Bill Russell, who appeared in 10 consecutive Finals and won nine of those, en route to 10 titles in 12 overall Finals appearances). LeBron has set many career records but not always the helpful kind, such as holding the record for the most career turnovers.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.cnn.com/2021/02/13/us/lebron-james-turnover-record-trnd/index.html&lt;/ref&gt; &quot;King&quot; James was swept 4-0 in the playoff semifinals in 2023 by a team led by the far better -- but far less media-promoted -- [[Serbian]]-born [[Nikola Jokic]] who outperformed &quot;King&quot; James in every major category.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.espn.com/nba/stats/player&lt;/ref&gt; &quot;In James’ six seasons with the Lakers, they have been eliminated in the first round of the playoffs twice and not even reached them two other times.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;https://sports.yahoo.com/lakers-eliminated-nuggets-game-5-044156238.html&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #[[Magic Johnson]] &amp;mdash; lucky enough to play on [[Kareem Abdul-Jabbar]]'s Lakers to win some titles, but was crushed by [[Michael Jordan]] and the Bulls; no problem, Magic was a critic of President [[George H.W. Bush]], which thrilled liberals.<br /> #*People look at him, and say, 'Hey, it's OK to get HIV because I'm living with it.' That is the wrong message. [https://www.cbsnews.com/8301-500202_162-57319698/20-years-since-magic-johnsons-hiv-stunner/]<br /> #[[Colin Kaepernick]] &amp;mdash; Quarterback Alex Smith did most of the dirty work giving the 49ers a good enough record to make it to the playoffs after Smith was injured Kaepernick was named the starter, but they lost the Super Bowl. Following Smith's release, the 49ers have struggled while Smith's new team, The Kansas City Chiefs have done well (though they ultimately let Smith go for [[Patrick Mahomes]], who won the 2018 AFC MVP). Liberals protect him because he is likely a [[communist]].&lt;ref&gt;https://www.upi.com/Sports_News/NFL/2016/11/27/Colin-Kaepernick-praises-good-things-done-by-communist-Fidel-Castro/9581480294777/&lt;/ref&gt; His main accomplishment is to coerce the NFL into a multimillion-dollar &quot;settlement&quot; claiming &quot;collusion&quot; by the NFL for not hiring him due to his anti-anthem protests (he was offered a contract in the Alliance of American Football, an NFL-sponsored minor league, but refused it wanting a minimum $20 million guaranteed contract).<br /> #Ryan Lochte &amp;mdash; has not won an individual [[Olympic]] medal in 5 years, but still grabs headlines for bad behavior. He was suspended twice, first for tainting the 2016 Summer Olympics by disparaging its host with his false allegations about having been supposedly stopped in a taxicab and robbed at gunpoint when in fact he had vandalized a local gas station, and then in 2018 for violating a ban against intravenous infusions. Even his friendly fellow swimmers &quot;expressed no sympathy for his situation&quot; after his second suspension.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/columnist/martin-rogers/2018/07/24/ryan-lochte-case-doesnt-bring-sympathy-fellow-swimmers/830312002/&lt;/ref&gt; Lochte failed by a wide margin to qualify for any spot on the Olympic team in 2021.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.sportskeeda.com/swimming/news-ryan-lochte-fails-qualify-tokyo-olympics-lilly-king-ryna-murphy-us-olympic-swimming-trials&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #[[Peyton Manning]] &amp;mdash; a [[quarterback]] who won only two [[NFL]] championships in 17 seasons, on teams that carried him to victory with overpowering defenses; the media unjustifiably hyped Manning as one of the best ever and gave him numerous regular season honors. The [[liberal media]] treated him like the Second Coming of [[Christ]] in order to oust [[conservative]] [[Tim Tebow]] from his leadership position in the [[swing state]] of [[Colorado]] before the [[Presidential Election 2012]]. After replacing Tebow, Manning eventually caused a humiliatingly early exit for the Broncos from the 2013 playoffs by throwing two big interceptions and was even worse in a humiliating [[Super Bowl]] loss in 2014 and a first-round playoff loss in 2015. Called &quot;a choke artist in the playoffs&quot; for his many upset losses in the big games.&lt;ref&gt;https://bleacherreport.com/articles/1482869-denver-broncos-is-peyton-manning-a-playoff-choke-artist&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #[[Steve Nash]] &amp;mdash; an [http://www.brightsideofthesun.com/2009/3/25/809516/steve-nash-on-media-bias-t outspoken liberal who supported Obama], Nash was chosen ''twice'' by the [[lamestream media]] as the [[NBA]] MVP despite never leading his team to even an NBA Finals. Even worse, the former coach of Nash was then hired by the Lakers in late 2012, rather than a far better coach who was available.<br /> #[[Danica Patrick]] - won only a single race in the Indy Car series, and never won a race in either the NASCAR Sprint Cup or Nationwide series, finishing no higher than fourth, although ESPN promoted her first and foremost when showing highlights of the NASCAR races in which she participated. The [[lamestream media]] adores her for her participation in controversial GoDaddy television advertisements.[[File:C Ronaldo.jpg|thumb|200px|Cristiano Ronaldo.]]<br /> #[[Megan Rapinoe]] - potty-mouthed [[Opposition to Donald Trump|anti-Trumper]] who promotes allowing transgender biological men in women's sports, even though her team lost to an under-15 boys team in [[Texas]]; Rapinoe commented to the media about not being played in a game during the 2023 [[World Cup]] but when later given her chance on a game-deciding penalty kick, she missed it to cause the worst-ever elimination of the U.S. And instead of blaming herself, she blamed God and questioned God existence only for injury.&lt;ref&gt;[https://www.foxnews.com/sports/megan-rapinoe-says-somebody-needs-check-christians-after-criticism-proof-god-remark Megan Rapinoe says 'somebody needs to check on the Christians' after criticism for 'proof' of God remark]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #[[Ben Roethlisberger]] - he only won the Super Bowl twice, which isn't that many times, considering the team he's on has won six Super Bowl rings. Despite this, there is more hype about him than there really needs to be, in similar ways to Tom Brady.<br /> #[[Cristiano Ronaldo]] - his spectacular talents have been ruined by his self-obsession, vanity, and cravings for celebrity. He is now officially &quot;sad&quot;, despite being one of the luckiest men alive. His [[Portugal]] team was eliminated by [[Uruguay]] from the [[World Cup]] 2018, and Ronaldo's behavior towards officials was so disgraceful that it marred the tournament, as captured by photos.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-5907073/We-wont-miss-behave-like-Cristiano-Ronaldo.html&lt;/ref&gt; [[Chess]] champion and [[soccer]] fan [[Magnus Carlsen]] said that he was forced by ''Real Madrid'' to say Ronaldo was his favorite, even though Carlsen thought Lionel Messi was clearly better.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/football/real-madrid-forced-me-to-say-cristiano-ronaldo-is-better-than-lionel-messi-chess-great-magnus-carlsen-makes-huge-claim-101661931862628.html&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #Wayne Rooney - burst onto the scene as a 16-year-old and called &quot;The English [[Pele|Pelé]].&quot; As his career approached its end, he completely failed to fulfill his potential, especially at the international level, and frequently behaved like a childish and immature 16-year-old.<br /> #Ronda Rousey &amp;mdash; A bully and a jerk. She threatened to beat up Justin Bieber (who has absolutely no martial arts experience) over childish nonsense. She's only really famous because of her sex appeal &amp; supporting [[Bernie Sanders]].&lt;ref&gt;http://www.maxim.com/entertainment/ronda-rousey-bernie-sanders-president-2015-11&lt;/ref&gt; Ironically she was beaten by Holly Holm (who is supporting Trump&lt;ref&gt;https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/celebrities-who-support-donald-trump/16/&lt;/ref&gt; and has predictably not received any media attention&lt;ref&gt;However, Holm is not helped by the lack of female MMA name fighters; the only one of note -- Cyborg -- has routinely tested positive for performance enhancing drugs.&lt;/ref&gt;). Afterward she was part of [[World Wrestling Entertainment]], which is scripted &quot;sports entertainment&quot;, but is now no longer under contract with them.<br /> #Michael Sam &amp;mdash; was heavily promoted by the media for being a homosexual despite not being a first-round draft pick and getting cut from the Rams before the start of the season.<br /> #Mark Sanchez &amp;mdash; while playing quarterback for the [[New York Jets]] he was touted as the team's best QB over [[conservative]] [[Christian]] [[Tim Tebow]], despite Sanchez falling apart at the end of the 2011–12 season and continuing to perform poorly in the 2012-2013 season (and was notable for one of the most embarrassing plays in NFL history -- the &quot;Butt Fumble&quot;, which occurred when an opposing player blocked a lineman into Sanchez, whereupon the lineman's posterior hit Sanchez and the ball). When Tebow came to the Jets, [[liberals]] championed the former [[USC]] star Sanchez as the superior player despite his mediocre play throughout his career. As a result, Tebow was forced out of the Jets team and released at the end of the 2012-13 season.<br /> #Ndamukong Suh - he intentionally hurts various NFL players so that they may not play football ever again. He also really isn't near as good as people hype him up to be, considering two out of the three seasons he was with the [[Miami Dolphins]], they went 6-10. He also only made the playoffs two out of the five seasons with the [[Detroit Lions]].<br /> #Team USA (basketball) &amp;mdash; failed to medal in two consecutive World Cup tournaments as of 2023, and its coaches seem more concerned with pandering to the [[liberal media]] and [[communist]] [[China]] than playing great basketball. Even the &quot;Dream Team&quot; of the 1992 Olympics, for all its overhype, benefited enormously from the breakup of the reigning gold-medalist [[Soviet Union]] team (1988) which forced the [[Lithuania]]n players to field their separate team in 1992 without other star Soviet players. <br /> #[[Tiger Woods]] &amp;mdash; has won only one major golf tournament in more than a decade, and yet he's the only one liberals want to promote while reporting on tournaments - even when he's not even playing, as in the 2014 [[Masters]]. Woods finished last in the 2024 [[Masters]] and failed to make the cut in the three other major tourneys in 2024.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.golfmonthly.com/news/rating-tiger-woods-chances-in-the-2025-majors&lt;/ref&gt; Woods has had a string of bizarre, unexplained injuries not typical among professional golfers. Masters winner Sergio Garcia responded to criticism of him in the media by Tiger Woods by saying that is &quot;probably the first thing he's told you guys that's true in 15 years.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;https://www.businessinsider.com/sergio-tiger-woods-lying-2013-5&lt;/ref&gt; Woods turned in an improper scorecard during the 2013 Masters (not taking his penalty for an illegal drop), for which a player would ordinarily be disqualified&lt;ref&gt;The 1969 Masters winner was disqualified for such.&lt;/ref&gt; but apparently favoritism for Woods avoided the DQ.&lt;ref&gt;https://deadspin.com/tiger-woods-avoids-disqualification-from-the-masters-fo-472775923&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #Manu Ginóbili &amp;mdash; lauded by the [[liberal media]] as one of the greatest players of his era, the statistics say otherwise; he never averaged 20 points per game nor five rebounds or assists at any point during his career. Although he has been a part of four [[NBA]] championship teams, teammates Tim Duncan and Tony Parker were easily the better players. Ginóbili did not even start the majority of the games in his career. He receives such adulation from [[liberals]] because of his [[atheism]].&lt;ref&gt;http://www.rantsports.com/clubhouse/2014/11/27/15-athletes-you-didnt-know-were-atheist-or-agnostic/#slide_3&lt;/ref&gt; Ginóbili was also known to frequently &quot;flop&quot; in attempts to deceive referees.<br /> #Rafael Nadal &amp;mdash; he is erroneously hailed by the media as the equal of Roger Federer and [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Stars|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] [[Novak Djokovic]]; although he has won 22 Grand Slam titles, most of them were just one less-competitive Grand Slam tourney (the French Open). Nadal's [[atheism]]&lt;ref&gt;https://www.celebatheists.com/wiki/Rafael_Nadal&lt;/ref&gt; is a key reason behind the media's support of him. Furthermore, like several other atheist athletes, Nadal has engaged in [[Irreligion and unsportsmanlike conduct|unsportsmanlike conduct]] by using up excessive amounts of time between serves as well as starting unprovoked confrontations with much lower-ranked players.&lt;ref&gt;https://www.tennis365.com/atp-tour/rafael-nadal-lays-into-disrespectful-nick-kyrgios-after-dramatic-acapulco-match/&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #[[Simone Biles]], got huge media coverage for only being Liberal Black supporter of disastrous Democrat party. She won two Gold Olympic medals in 2024 Olympic by taking advantage of banning Russian athletes from Olympic games by [[Russophobia|Russophobe]] organization of IOC.&lt;ref&gt;[https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nba/simone-biles-reportedly-donating-4-million-to-harris-walz-campaign/ar-AA1ouycZ?ocid=BingNewsSerp Simone Biles reportedly donating $4 million to Harris-Walz campaign]&lt;/ref&gt; She also mocked president Trump for saying that Black population are losing their jobs to illegal aliens, she doesn't care about her Black community.&lt;ref&gt;[https://www.forbes.com/sites/mollybohannon/2024/08/02/i-love-my-black-job-simone-biles-takes-apparent-jab-at-trump-after-winning-gold/ ‘I Love My Black Job’: Simone Biles Takes Apparent Jab At Trump After Winning Gold]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> {{Clear}}<br /> == See also ==<br /> <br /> *[[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Stars]]<br /> *[[Underrated Sports Stars]]<br /> *[[Irreligion and unsportsmanlike conduct]]<br /> *[[Conservapedia proven right]]<br /> *[https://ftw.usatoday.com/2015/08/pro-football-nfl-hall-of-fame-who-doesnt-belong-worst-troy-aikman-canton &quot;Troy Aikman and 16 others who don't belong in the Hall of Fame&quot;]<br /> *[[Amanda Beard]]<br /> <br /> == References ==<br /> <br /> &lt;references/&gt;<br /> [[Category:Sports]]</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196206 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-04T22:57:41Z <p>Aschlafly: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''[[Best of the public]], again''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, votes to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the Starobelsk massacre? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. 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[https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, votes to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the Starobelsk massacre? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196204 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-04T22:55:57Z <p>Aschlafly: More best of the public: a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of Poland.</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''More [[best of the public]]''': a mere &quot;qualifier&quot;, someone who had to win 3 rounds to qualify as an unseeded player for the French Open, has reached the women's finals to the cheers of [[Poland]]. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-women-semifinals-roland-garros-483dbbf0e39d1d6ad94ee5eb55f122e0]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, votes to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].''' [https://marksleboda.substack.com/p/nato-transitions-to-a-long-term-dirty] Do [[Palantir]]’s bosses have blood on their hands over the Starobelsk massacre? [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/do-palantirs-bosses-have-blood-on-their-hands-over-the-starobelsk-massacre]<br /> ----<br /> '''The normalization of [[chaos]]:''' How conflicts in [[Ukraine]] and [[Iran]] advance in the dark. [https://global21.substack.com/p/the-normalization-of-chaos-how-conflicts] [[Trump]]’s [[Iran]] trap: a [[war]] he can’t win, a [[peace]] he won’t make. [https://www.aaronmate.net/p/trumps-iran-trap-a-war-he-cant-win] The world after [[America]]. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/06/04/the-world-after-america/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gilbert Doctorow]]: [[Religion]] and national identity.''' [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/religion-and-national-identity]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/][https://freebeacon.substack.com/p/totenkopf-tattooed-platner-admired]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Perpetual_war&diff=2196170 Perpetual war 2026-06-04T04:51:03Z <p>Aschlafly: </p> <hr /> <div>[[File:Powell WMD.jpg|right|250px|thumb|[[Deep state]] media manipulation for permanent war.]]<br /> '''Perpetual war''' is a term used to criticize pro-[[war]] policies that lead to nearly endless military conflicts, which benefits the [[military-industrial complex]], their overpaid executives and stockholders, while hurting virtually everyone else. It is basically a [[money laundering]] scam to transfer [[money]] from [[taxpayer]]s and the public at large into the hands of [[oligarch]]s and a [[technocratic]] class.<br /> <br /> [[Neocon]]s are criticized by [[Rand Paul]] and others for promoting policies that lead to perpetual war. [[Progressive]]s like [[Graham Platner]], the [[Dem]] nominee for [[U.S. Senate]] in [[Maine]] in 2026, are also outspoken opponents of perpetual war.<br /> <br /> In September 2023, Ukrainian dictator [[Volodymyr Zelensky]], who cancelled [[democracy|democratic]] elections, visited [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] to [[Ukraine aid|beg for more aid]] after the [[Ukrainian military]] had been [[2023 Ukraine counteroffensive|defeated in the field]]. Hawley remarked to the press, &quot;If there’s some path to victory in [[Ukraine]], I didn’t hear it today...And I also heard that there’s going to be no end to the funding requests...What we were basically told is buckle up and get out your checkbook...It’s [[American]] people’s money...They’ve spent $115 billion, and, so far, they have basically nothing to show for it...Take out Ukraine, insert [[Iraq]] or [[Afghanistan]], and you would get exactly what [[George W. Bush]] said for years – and other people after him – about why we have to stay indefinitely in those countries and keep spending [[money]] indefinitely, with no oversight...It’s the same recycled argument...We shouldn’t be spending a dime more on Ukraine”.&lt;ref&gt;[https://english.alahednews.com.lb/73478/393 US: WH Issues Ukraine Aid Warning], Alahednews,. September 20, 2023.&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> Since 1991, the United States has launched more than 200 military operations in foreign countries. [[Russia]] and [[China]] combined have been involved in less than 20 such activities.&lt;ref&gt;[https://sonar21.com/did-poland-just-torpedo-nato-and-ukraine/ DID POLAND JUST TORPEDO NATO AND UKRAINE?], by [[Larry Johnson]], 20 September 2023.&lt;/ref&gt; <br /> <br /> In 1947, historian Charles Beard told Harry Elmer Barnes that the [[American foreign policy|foreign policy]] of Presidents [[Franklin Roosevelt]] and [[Harry Truman]] could best be described by the phrase “perpetual war for perpetual peace.” Barnes used the phrase as the title of his 1953 collection of essays.&lt;ref&gt;[https://mises.org/mises-daily/perpetual-war-perpetual-peace Perpetual War for Perpetual Peace], Harry Elmer Barnes, reprinted by the [[Mises Institute]] 2007. mises.org&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Playbook of perpetual conflict==<br /> <br /> The [[military-industrial complex]] (MIC) thrives on a well-honed cycle designed to perpetuate its influence and [[profit]]s. At its core, this playbook involves creating crises, manipulating public perception, and exploiting both the conflicts and their aftermath.<br /> <br /> '''Creating Threats''' - The MIC fabricates or exacerbates threats to justify [[military]] action. Whether through orchestrated uprisings, [[false flag]]s, or [[fake news]] and [[media]] manipulation, these threats create the illusion of [[moral]] imperative. Examples include the [[Gulf of Tonkin]] incident (1964,) used to escalate the [[Vietnam war]], and the unsubstantiated claims of [[weapons of mass destruction]] (WMDs) that led to the [[Iraq war]] in 2003.<br /> <br /> '''Policy Manipulation''' - Through [[lobbying]], [[think tank]]s, and compromised leaders, the MIC ensures that military intervention becomes the default response. Groups like the [[Council on Foreign Relations]] (CFR) and [[Project for the New American Century]] (PNAC) shaped [[American foreign policy]] in favor of perpetual war.<br /> <br /> '''Resource Exploitation''' - Post-conflict, the MIC and its allies seize control of resources under the pretext of reconstruction. For example, [[US]] oil companies profited from [[Iraq]]'s [[oil]] fields following the 2003 invasion, while private contractors like [[Halliburton]] raked in billions of [[dollar]]s from reconstruction contracts.<br /> <br /> '''Media Propaganda''' - The MIC relies heavily on [[media]] to shape narratives. Companies like [[Lockheed Martin]] and [[Boeing]] have significant influence over [[mainstream media]] outlets through advertising budgets and strategic partnerships, ensuring favorable coverage.<br /> <br /> == See also ==<br /> *[[Perpetual abortion]]<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> {{reflist}}<br /> <br /> ==Eternal links==<br /> *[https://sgp.fas.org/crs/natsec/R42738.pdf Instances of Use of United States Armed Forces Abroad, 1798-2023], Congressional Research Service R42738, June 7, 2023<br /> *[https://cdn.mises.org/Perpetual%20War%20for%20Perpetual%20Peace_2.pdf PERPETUAL WAR FOR PERPETUAL PEACE], A CRITICAL EXAMINATION OF THE FOREIGN POLICY OF FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT AND ITS AFTERMATH, Edited by HARRY ELMER BARNES, 1953.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Political Terms]]<br /> [[Category:War]]<br /> [[Category:Military Strategies and Concepts]]<br /> [[category:Russia-Ukraine War]]</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Perpetual_war&diff=2196169 Perpetual war 2026-06-04T04:50:20Z <p>Aschlafly: Progressives like Graham Platner, the Dem nominee for U.S. Senate in Maine in 2026, also also outspoken opponents of perpetual war.</p> <hr /> <div>[[File:Powell WMD.jpg|right|250px|thumb|[[Deep state]] media manipulation for permanent war.]]<br /> '''Perpetual war''' is a term used to criticize pro-[[war]] policies that lead to nearly endless military conflicts, which benefits the [[military-industrial complex]], their overpaid executives and stockholders, while hurting virtually everyone else. It is basically a [[money laundering]] scam to transfer [[money]] from [[taxpayer]]s and the public at large into the hands of [[oligarch]]s and a [[technocratic]] class.<br /> <br /> [[Neocon]]s are criticized by [[Rand Paul]] and others for promoting policies that lead to perpetual war. [[Progressive]]s like [[Graham Platner]], the [[Dem]] nominee for [[U.S. Senate]] in [[Maine]] in 2026, also also outspoken opponents of perpetual war.<br /> <br /> In September 2023, Ukrainian dictator [[Volodymyr Zelensky]], who cancelled [[democracy|democratic]] elections, visited [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] to [[Ukraine aid|beg for more aid]] after the [[Ukrainian military]] had been [[2023 Ukraine counteroffensive|defeated in the field]]. Hawley remarked to the press, &quot;If there’s some path to victory in [[Ukraine]], I didn’t hear it today...And I also heard that there’s going to be no end to the funding requests...What we were basically told is buckle up and get out your checkbook...It’s [[American]] people’s money...They’ve spent $115 billion, and, so far, they have basically nothing to show for it...Take out Ukraine, insert [[Iraq]] or [[Afghanistan]], and you would get exactly what [[George W. Bush]] said for years – and other people after him – about why we have to stay indefinitely in those countries and keep spending [[money]] indefinitely, with no oversight...It’s the same recycled argument...We shouldn’t be spending a dime more on Ukraine”.&lt;ref&gt;[https://english.alahednews.com.lb/73478/393 US: WH Issues Ukraine Aid Warning], Alahednews,. September 20, 2023.&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> Since 1991, the United States has launched more than 200 military operations in foreign countries. [[Russia]] and [[China]] combined have been involved in less than 20 such activities.&lt;ref&gt;[https://sonar21.com/did-poland-just-torpedo-nato-and-ukraine/ DID POLAND JUST TORPEDO NATO AND UKRAINE?], by [[Larry Johnson]], 20 September 2023.&lt;/ref&gt; <br /> <br /> In 1947, historian Charles Beard told Harry Elmer Barnes that the [[American foreign policy|foreign policy]] of Presidents [[Franklin Roosevelt]] and [[Harry Truman]] could best be described by the phrase “perpetual war for perpetual peace.” Barnes used the phrase as the title of his 1953 collection of essays.&lt;ref&gt;[https://mises.org/mises-daily/perpetual-war-perpetual-peace Perpetual War for Perpetual Peace], Harry Elmer Barnes, reprinted by the [[Mises Institute]] 2007. mises.org&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Playbook of perpetual conflict==<br /> <br /> The [[military-industrial complex]] (MIC) thrives on a well-honed cycle designed to perpetuate its influence and [[profit]]s. At its core, this playbook involves creating crises, manipulating public perception, and exploiting both the conflicts and their aftermath.<br /> <br /> '''Creating Threats''' - The MIC fabricates or exacerbates threats to justify [[military]] action. Whether through orchestrated uprisings, [[false flag]]s, or [[fake news]] and [[media]] manipulation, these threats create the illusion of [[moral]] imperative. Examples include the [[Gulf of Tonkin]] incident (1964,) used to escalate the [[Vietnam war]], and the unsubstantiated claims of [[weapons of mass destruction]] (WMDs) that led to the [[Iraq war]] in 2003.<br /> <br /> '''Policy Manipulation''' - Through [[lobbying]], [[think tank]]s, and compromised leaders, the MIC ensures that military intervention becomes the default response. Groups like the [[Council on Foreign Relations]] (CFR) and [[Project for the New American Century]] (PNAC) shaped [[American foreign policy]] in favor of perpetual war.<br /> <br /> '''Resource Exploitation''' - Post-conflict, the MIC and its allies seize control of resources under the pretext of reconstruction. For example, [[US]] oil companies profited from [[Iraq]]'s [[oil]] fields following the 2003 invasion, while private contractors like [[Halliburton]] raked in billions of [[dollar]]s from reconstruction contracts.<br /> <br /> '''Media Propaganda''' - The MIC relies heavily on [[media]] to shape narratives. Companies like [[Lockheed Martin]] and [[Boeing]] have significant influence over [[mainstream media]] outlets through advertising budgets and strategic partnerships, ensuring favorable coverage.<br /> <br /> == See also ==<br /> *[[Perpetual abortion]]<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> {{reflist}}<br /> <br /> ==Eternal links==<br /> *[https://sgp.fas.org/crs/natsec/R42738.pdf Instances of Use of United States Armed Forces Abroad, 1798-2023], Congressional Research Service R42738, June 7, 2023<br /> *[https://cdn.mises.org/Perpetual%20War%20for%20Perpetual%20Peace_2.pdf PERPETUAL WAR FOR PERPETUAL PEACE], A CRITICAL EXAMINATION OF THE FOREIGN POLICY OF FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT AND ITS AFTERMATH, Edited by HARRY ELMER BARNES, 1953.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Political Terms]]<br /> [[Category:War]]<br /> [[Category:Military Strategies and Concepts]]<br /> [[category:Russia-Ukraine War]]</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196168 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-04T04:49:05Z <p>Aschlafly: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': the [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, votes to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].'''<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196167 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-04T04:48:48Z <p>Aschlafly: Setback for perpetual war: House, including conservative Republicans, votes to end the war against Iran.</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''Setback for [[perpetual war]]''': [[House]], including [[conservative]] [[Republican]]s, votes to end the war against [[Iran]]. [https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-powers-vote-house-9aaadea35f9523c818802286a6553536]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] attacks [[St. Petersburg]].'''<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] carries out large-scale attack''' and [[Trump]] maintains tactical silence. [https://global21.substack.com/p/iran-carries-out-large-scale-attack]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Mystery:Did_Jesus_Write_the_Epistle_to_the_Hebrews%3F&diff=2196162 Mystery:Did Jesus Write the Epistle to the Hebrews? 2026-06-03T23:14:50Z <p>Aschlafly: /* Evidence that Jesus wrote this */ rename -&gt; remain</p> <hr /> <div>The [[Epistle to the Hebrews]] is perfectly written at the highest intellectual level, and yet its authorship is a complete mystery. Not even a modern, sophisticated analysis of authorship can suggest a plausible writer for this perfect work. Scholars agree that [[Saint Paul|Paul]] certainly did not write this,&lt;ref&gt;The vocabulary and style of this epistle are vastly different from Paul's, who identified himself in the first word of his letters, but there is no such identification in this Epistle. See generally [https://rsc.byu.edu/how-new-testament-came-be/authorship-epistle-hebrews#_note-1]. This Epistle was written in the highly refined &quot;[[Attic Greek]],&quot; rather than the more common &quot;[[Koine Greek]]&quot; used by the rest of the [[New Testament]], including many of Paul's letters, and by the [[Septuagint]].&lt;/ref&gt; and whoever authored this wrote virtually nothing else.&lt;ref&gt;Oddly, and ironically, scholars do not concede that this may have been written by an [[angel]] even though much of this Epistle is about angels.&lt;/ref&gt; '''''Its style is one of [[manliness]] and great authority, as the [[Gospels]] say [[Jesus]] taught'''''. The ''[[Encyclopedia Britannica]]'' says this work &quot;is extremely polished, elegant, and cultured [[Greek]],&quot;&lt;ref&gt;https://www.britannica.com/topic/biblical-literature/The-Letter-to-the-Hebrews&lt;/ref&gt; and commentators confirm its &quot;striking purity of language and elegance of Greek style.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07181a.htm&lt;/ref&gt; '''''There are 52 reasons that Jesus was its author''''', see [[#Evidence that Jesus wrote this|below]].<br /> <br /> This was likely written soon after the [[Resurrection]], ''see'' [[Date of Hebrews]], because it was prior to martyrdom of [[Stephen]] (34 A.D.) and before disciples understood the theology (&quot;You need milk, not solid food,&quot;&lt;ref&gt;{{bibleref|Hebrews|5|12}} ([[ESV]])&lt;/ref&gt; in theological instruction, this Epistle tells the disciples). [[Paul]] apparently used this Epistle in his letters that he began writing by 48 A.D. This Epistle was certainly written prior to the destruction of Jerusalem in A.D. 70, and The First Epistle of Clement, written in A.D. 70 or 95,&lt;ref&gt;https://earlychristianhistory.net/1clement.html&lt;/ref&gt; refers to and incorporates many phrases from the Epistle to the Hebrews.<br /> <br /> In contrast with all other epistles and letters in the [[New Testament]], it is a misnomer to call this the &quot;Epistle&quot; to the Hebrews. It is not a letter; there is no introduction, and it reads like a sermon. Nor was it formally addressed to the &quot;Hebrews&quot;; its teachings are for all. This Epistle begins with an unusually detailed discussion of [[angel]]s, apparently picking up on the very same topic of discussion as on the [[road to Emmaus]] described in {{bibleref|Luke|24|23}}<br /> <br /> Recognizing the possibility of [[Jesus]] as the author helps eliminate translation errors, such as the mistaken use of the supposition (&quot;If&quot;) by the [[KJV]] in {{bibleref|Hebrews|6|6}} (click &quot;all English translations&quot;). Recognizing the early [[Date of Hebrews|date of this Epistle]] enables rejection of the fiction that any community turned against [[Christianity]] to necessitate this letter, which is the false narrative often taught.<br /> __TOC__<br /> <br /> ==Evidence that Jesus wrote this==<br /> '''''There are 52 reasons for concluding that Jesus wrote (or dictated) this Epistle''''':<br /> #{{Bibleref|Hebrews|13|19}} references the return of Jesus in the first person: &quot;I urge you the more earnestly to do this in order that I may be restored to you the sooner.&quot;<br /> #the author quotes [[Jesus]] in the first person: &quot;Then I said, ‘Behold, I have come to do your will, O [[God]], as it is written of me in the scroll of the book.’&quot;&lt;ref&gt;Hebrews 10:7 ([[ESV]]).&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #the first chapter {{bibleref|Hebrews|1|5-13}} quotes [[God]] directly many times, including statements by God to Jesus, with some wording found nowhere else in all of [[Scriptures]].&lt;ref&gt;Portions of these quotes are similar to Psalms 45:6-7, 102:25-27, and 110:1, while other portions of the quotations are new to this Epistle. ''See generally'' https://enduringword.com/bible-commentary/hebrews-1/ Note that the [[Greek]] [[Septuagint]] was completed in the 2nd century [[B.C.]]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #this Epistle is a sermon having subject matter identical to the detailed sermon given soon after the [[Resurrection]] by Jesus to two travelers on the [[road to Emmaus]]. Jesus would have wanted all to benefit from that sermon, not merely the two travelers, and He would have done so anonymously as He did on that walk. The length of this Epistle -- about 90 minutes when spoken with breaks -- matches the length of the brisk walk from Jerusalem to [[road to Emmaus|Emmaus]] as nightfall approached, see {{bibleref|Luke|24|13-35}}.<br /> #the author wrote this spectacular work but nothing else: this book has the largest number of unique words not used anywhere else in the [[New Testament]] (154),&lt;ref&gt;https://www.neverthirsty.org/bible-qa/qa-archives/question/how-any-words-are-in-the-greek-new-testament/&lt;/ref&gt; and 10 words not found anywhere else in all of classical or Biblical Greek. Great writers at the highest literary level composed more than one work in their lifetimes, and Jesus as God is the only plausible exception to that rule.<br /> #the author states that he is instructing his disciples for the second time his disciples: &quot;For though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you again the basic principles of the oracles of God.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;{{bibleref|Hebrews|5|12}} ([[ESV]]).&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #the author twice uses the verb for &quot;Gospel&quot; to describe Jesus's preaching (euaggelizō - to proclaim good news, at Hebrews 4:2 and 4:6), which is the same novel use of that term which [[Jesus]] himself used repeatedly as quoted in the [[Gospel of Mark]] (and then the [[Gospel of Matthew]] and [[Gospel of Luke]]; it is also used often in the [[Acts of the Apostles]] and in [[Paul]]'s letters but only as a noun by Paul);<br /> #the style of Jesus was not to identify himself, but to await others to seek and find him, just as he never identified himself during the walk on the [[Road to Emmaus]]; likewise it is up to us to recognize Him as the disciples on that journey eventually did.<br /> #the author has the same unique style of witty, yet loving, humbling of mankind as in [[Jesus]]'s teachings: '''''compare''''' Jesus's foregoing &quot;You need milk, not solid food&quot; '''''with''''' his parable about giving people one last chance by fertilizing them with manure: &quot;I have come seeking fruit on this fig tree, and I find none. Cut it down. Why should it use up the ground?’ &lt;sup&gt;8&lt;/sup&gt;And [the servant] answered him, ‘Sir, let it alone this year also, until I dig around it and put on manure.’&quot;&lt;ref&gt;{{bibleref|Luke|13|7-8|ESV}}&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #the first chapter compares the role of [[Jesus]] to that of angels, which only He would know about and emphasize. In addition, Jesus's emphasis on the role of angels in this Epistle explains perfectly his enigmatic quoted statement at {{bibleref|Matthew|11|11}}: &quot;Yet the one who is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than&quot; [[John the Baptist]].<br /> #the author explains Jesus's mental state, which only Jesus would know, as in &quot;That is why he is not ashamed to call them brothers.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;Hebrews 2:11 ([[ESV]]) [https://www.esv.org/Hebrews+2/]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #the author hints that he knows more than he can reveal, at {{bible ref|Hebrews|9|5}} (&quot;Above it were the [[cherubim]] of glory overshadowing the mercy seat. Of these things we cannot now speak in detail.&quot;).<br /> #the author refers to &quot;the&quot;, &quot;your&quot;, and &quot;their&quot; fathers in the [[Old Testament]], not &quot;our&quot; fathers because [[Jesus]] (as the author) pre-existed them.<br /> #This Epistle quotes from the [[Greek]] [[Septuagint]] [[Old Testament]], as [[Jesus]] did when preaching (see Mark 7:6–7 and Luke 4:17–21), while [[Paul]] quoted from the Masoretic [[Hebrew]] version as a [[Pharisee]] would. <br /> #&quot;if he shrinks back [from his [[faith]]], my soul has no pleasure in him&quot; ({{bibleref|Hebrews|10|38}}) is falsely presented in modern translations as a quotation from the [[Old Testament]], which it is not, and is instead a statement by the author about himself, who must therefore have been [[Jesus]]; similarly, this appears to be a direct warning by Jesus, in reference to Himself: &quot;It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the [[living God]].&quot; {{bibleref|Hebrews|10|31}}<br /> #the date of this Epistle is very soon after the [[Resurrection]], and there was insufficient time for anyone other than [[Jesus]] to develop and perfect this masterpiece;&lt;ref&gt;See [[Date of Hebrews]].&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #only the victim of [[The Passion]] including the [[Crucifixion]] -- [[Jesus]] himself -- would use the term &quot;fitting&quot; to describe such a horrible ordeal, and no third person would rudely describe it with that term as {{bibleref|Hebrews|2|10}} does;<br /> #the [[Epistle of James]], as written by Jesus's younger brother [[James the Just|James]], is uniquely similar in content and elegant style of [[Greek]] to the Epistle of Hebrews, which suggests that both came from the same family of authors just as similar [[DNA]] can so indicate. For example, {{bibleref|Hebrew|1|1}} says, &quot;God spoke to our fathers by the prophets,&quot; and {{bibleref|James|5|10}} states, &quot;the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord.&quot; Also, Jesus appeared to James after the [[Resurrection]], and James met with [[Paul]], which would have assured distribution of this Epistle through James and Paul, see [[1st Corinthians, Chapter 15|1 Corinthians 15:7]] and [[Galatians, Chapter 1|Galatians 1:19]]: &quot;But other of the apostles saw I none, save [[James the Just|James]] the [[Lord]]'s brother.&quot;<br /> #the tone of authority is greater than in any other letter in the Bible, as in Hebrews 9:27: &quot;It is reserved for men to die once, and then be judged&quot;; also, the author uses the &quot;royal we,&quot; which is the plural form for the first person as used by a king, sovereign, or other person having great authority, see {{bibleref|Heb|11|3|ESV}}: &quot;Through [[faith]] we understand that ....&quot;;<br /> #the author makes additional observations about Jesus that only Jesus himself could make, and does so in the present perfect progressive tense to convey his ongoing presence at the time, such as &quot;in every respect [Jesus] has been tempted as we are, yet without sin.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;Hebrews 4:15 ([[ESV]]).&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #by describing Hebrew culture in perfect Greek, this has Jesus' trademark intellectual style of overcoming ostensibly insurmountable barriers, analogous to His walking on water and turning water into wine.<br /> #the author says at [[Hebrews, Chapter 3|Hebrews 3:7-8]] that the [[Holy Spirit]] was speaking in [[Psalm 95|Psalm 95:7-8]], which reflects Jesus's unique emphasis on the [[Holy Spirit]] in contrast with the view of the [[Pharisee]]s (notice also the remarkable alignment of verses 7-8 in the two books).<br /> #the term for &quot;somewhere&quot; is used twice in this Epistle and nowhere else in the entire [[Bible]], at {{bibleref|Heb|2|6}} and {{bibleref|Heb|4|4}}, similar to Jesus uniquely imploring people to &quot;seek, and you will find,&quot; {{bibleref|Matthew|7|7}} ([[ESV]]).<br /> #this Epistle uniquely emphasizes the power of the Word of [[God]] as a person (&quot;him&quot;): &quot;Indeed, the word of God is living and effective, sharper than any two-edged sword, penetrating even between soul and spirit, joints and marrow, and able to discern reflections and thoughts of the heart. No creature is concealed from him, but everything is naked and exposed to the eyes of him to whom we must render an account.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;Heb 4:12-13 ([[NAB]]). See [https://bible.usccb.org/bible/hebrews/4]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #this Epistle was written before any physical persecution of the disciples: &quot;In your struggle against sin you have not yet resisted to the point of shedding your blood.&quot; ([http://biblehub.com/multi/hebrews/12-4.htm|Hebrews 12:4]&lt;ref&gt;[[ESV]].&lt;/ref&gt;) Stephen was martyred around A.D. 37, merely a few years after the [[Crucifixion]] of [[Jesus]], so this Epistle was written before then. But there is indication to some afflictions having had occurred prior to this Epistle.&lt;ref&gt;Compare [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews+10%3A32-34&amp;version=RSV Hebrews 10:32-34] and [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews+13%3A3&amp;version=RSV 13:3] which testifies to their sufferings and physical abuse (Strong's numbers ''3804'' and ''2347'' and ''2558'': KJV &quot;afflictions&quot; ''hardship'' or ''pain'', and &quot;afflictions&quot; ''pressure, anguish, burden, persecution, tribulation'', and &quot;adversity&quot; ''maltreat, torment'').&lt;br&gt;See text analysis: [http://biblehub.com/text/hebrews/10-32.htm Hebrews 10:32], [http://biblehub.com/text/hebrews/10-33.htm 33], [http://biblehub.com/text/hebrews/10-34.htm 34] and [http://biblehub.com/text/hebrews/13-3.htm 13:3]&lt;/ref&gt; It is quite possible this Epistle was written prior to the [[Ascension]], during Jesus's time here. <br /> #this Epistle uses the same reference to [[Jesus]] as &quot;the truth&quot; (&quot;For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins&quot; [[Hebrews, Chapter 10|Hebrews 10:26]]) which the [[Gospel of John]] quotes Jesus as saying, &quot;To this end was I born, and for this cause came I into the world, that I should bear witness unto the truth. Every one that is of the truth heareth my voice.&quot; [[John, Chapter 18|John 18:37]].<br /> #the writing has a &quot;striking purity of language and elegance of Greek style,&quot; and &quot;is a treasure-house of expressions characteristic of the individuality of the writer,&quot; using &quot;168 terms ... which appear in no other part of the New Testament, among them ten words found neither in Biblical or classical Greek.&quot;&lt;ref name=&quot;Encyclopedia&quot;&gt;[http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07181a.htm The Catholic Encyclopedia]&lt;/ref&gt; There is not a single grammatical flaw in the entire work, despite its complexity.<br /> #it is a playful enigma: a message to Hebrews written in perfect Greek, a miracle of an intellectual nature. Why isn't this message to Hebrews in the Hebrew language? It shows that [[Mystery:Does God Have a Sense of Humor?|God does have a sense of humor]], and a highly intellectual one, like the encounter on the [[road to Emmaus]].<br /> #the substance of this work is a firsthand account of Jesus becoming man, subsequently crying out to God to save Jesus from real death, which God then did by intervening; only Jesus could have described this;&lt;ref&gt;Jesus &quot;offered up prayers and heartfelt stirrings with loud cries and tears to Him having the power to save Him from death, and He was heard, for he feared God.&quot;&lt;/ref&gt; the work quotes Jesus' thought process, which only Jesus would know.<br /> #the Epistle was directed at the [[Hebrew]] population, which was Jesus's first priority in His ministry.<br /> #Jesus was surely capable of writing a great work, and there is no other known written work by Him.<br /> #It is fitting that Jesus would make one last attempt -- post-Resurrection -- to persuade the Hebrew people for whom His ministry was originally intended.<br /> #In light of the rejection and [[censorship]] of Jesus by some Hebrew leaders, this Epistle attained wider distribution without censorship by the powers-that-be by being anonymous; [[Samaritan]]s rejected all of the [[Old Testament]] other than the [[Pentateuch]], so to artfully avoid alienating Samaritans Jesus had to remain anonymous as he cited Old Testament prophets not recognized by Samaritans.<br /> #The Epistle to the Hebrews is unique in its attempt to explain the concept of [[faith]] -- something that Jesus emphasized in His ministry, and perhaps only He could explain as this Epistle does.<br /> #Jesus spent 40 days on Earth between the Resurrection and the Ascension, and it is implausible that He did not continue His ministry in an effective way. Writing an Epistle is the most plausible activity, given what had transpired.<br /> #{{bibleref|Hebrews|5|5}} quotes something that God said directly to Jesus, which no one else would know.<br /> #Unlike most other writings in the New Testament after the [[Gospels]], there is no reference to post-Ascension events.<br /> #ancient manuscripts refer in {{bibleref|Hebrews|13|21}} to God working among &quot;you&quot;, not &quot;us&quot;, which is what Jesus (rather than a disciple) would say. There are additional references to &quot;you&quot; when &quot;we&quot; would be expected if the author were another disciple, rather than Jesus. ''See, e.g.'', {{bibleref|Hebrews|3|15|ESV}} (“Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts as in the rebellion.”); {{bibleref|Hebrews|9|14|KJV}} (&quot;How much more shall the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without spot to God, purge your conscience from dead works to serve the living God&quot;).<br /> #&quot;Amen&quot; was typically added later at the end of New Testament letters (and the Book of Revelation), which means that the ending ''following'' Hebrews 13:21 is almost certainly not part of the original. Someone probably thought this letter was by Paul (since disproven) and copied the endings from his letters (''see, e.g.'', [[Titus]]), but made a mistake because Paul always said &quot;Timothy our brother&quot; while the added ending to Hebrews says &quot;brother of ours Timothy.&quot;<br /> #the father-son analogy to explain the nature of God (Hebrews 7:4) was a personal favorite of Jesus in explaining life.<br /> #in Hebrews 12:4, the distinction between the speaker and the audience with respect to shedding blood in resistance to sin would have likely been only by Jesus: &quot;You have not yet shed blood in resistance and striving against sin.&quot;<br /> #any writing by Jesus would intentionally and necessarily be anonymous, so that it would not eclipse the valuable other writings by disciples.<br /> #the [[Epistle to the Hebrews]] contains more warnings against [[apostasy]] than any other book in the [[Bible]], as one might expect [[Jesus]] to emphasize. See Hebrews 6:4-6, 10:26-31, 12:15-29.<br /> #the Epistle to the Hebrews is written in Jesus's style, as you can read in the Gospels: say the truth simply and straightforward, use comparisons, and put in some questions. If you pick any part in the Epistle to the Hebrews and compare and contrast it with Jesus's words in the Gospels, you will note this.<br /> #the Epistle to the Hebrews shows things no one had ever thought of before. It perfectly explains the Law and Prophets (which did Jesus in Luke 24), it shows Jesus's soul (which only Jesus could do), it re-explains important doctrines (which Jesus explained), it shows adoration and complete understanding of God (which only Jesus had) and it reveals going-ons unknown to anyone else (like Jesus's entering of the Temple). In other words, it is written from Jesus's point of view. <br /> #It uses the Greek term &quot;μυρίος&quot; in the sense of &quot;[[infinity|infinite]]&quot; to describe the number of [[angel]]s, which is sense different of the term different from its use in other biblical books.<br /> #{{bibleref|Hebrews|13|4}} quotes [[God]] directly, and while there is a similar phrase at {{bibleref|Deut|31|6}}, that is not a direct quote of God.<br /> #this Epistle uniquely uses, as only [[Jesus]] would know, the concept of &quot;universe&quot; in [[Biblical scientific foreknowledge]] about the [[Second Law of Thermodynamics]], see {{bibleref|Heb|1|11}} (the universe &quot;will all wear out like a garment&quot;), and [[quantum mechanics]], see {{bibleref|Heb|11|3}} (&quot;By faith we understand that the universe was created by the word of God, so that what is seen was not made out of things that are visible.&quot;).<br /> #this Epistle contains surprising praise of a sinner that was unique to Jesus's style as recounted in [[the Gospels]]: &quot;By faith the harlot Rahab perished not with them that believed not, when she had received the spies with peace.&quot; [[Hebrews, Chapter 11|Hebrews 11:31]].<br /> #this Epistle refers sympathetically to prisoners just as [[Jesus]] uniquely did, ''compare'' {{bibleref|Hebrews|13|3}} (&quot;Remember those who are in prison, as though in prison with them, and those who are mistreated, since you also are in the body.&quot;) ''with'' {{bibleref|Matt|25|36}} (&quot;I was in prison and you came to me.&quot;). ''See also'' {{bibleref|Heb|10|34}} (&quot;For you had compassion on those in prison ....&quot;).<br /> #this Epistle does not use the phrase &quot;as it is written&quot; as frequently used in the [[Gospels]] and by [[Paul]] in his letters, but instead quotes [[Jesus]] and God the Father directly.<br /> #this Epistle has the same style of unique wit about self-interested conduct that Jesus expressed in his [[parable]]s, such as telling everyone &quot;to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares,&quot; {{bibleref|Hebrews|13|2}}.<br /> <br /> == Corroboration ==<br /> A posting by &quot;Hermas&quot; in the Biblical History and Criticism Forum observes that:<br /> {{cquote|Almost every verse of James [the brother of Jesus] corresponds in some way with the Hebrews. [Another commentator observed strong parallels between John's letters and this Epistle also.]<br /> Then, after the Apostles, Clement, Justin Martyr and other Fathers focus on the Hebrews.&lt;ref&gt;https://earlywritings.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=8747 (Dec. 22, 2021).&lt;/ref&gt;}}<br /> <br /> An additional point is that the author makes no direct mention of [[Mary]], the mother of [[Jesus]], as was the humble custom of writers of that time (and of Jesus in his preaching) not to refer to their own mother; [[Mark]] likewise omitted any acknowledgement of his mother [[Salome]] (also, Mary was still alive and thus potentially at some risk if identified).<br /> == Fundamental Flaws in the [[Liberal Denial]] ==<br /> [[Liberal denial]] that [[Jesus]] was the author of the [[Epistle to the Hebrews]] includes these fundamental flaws:<br /> *the denials do not even consider the ''possibility'' of [[Jesus]] as the author, reflecting bias in the denials;<br /> *the denials make up, like [[fake news]], a non-existent straying of a community from [[Christianity]] decades later, which never happened; and<br /> *the denials are circular in falsely presuming a late [[Date of Hebrews]], and then use that assumption in order to reject Jesus as the author.<br /> <br /> == Rebutting Grok's Counterarguments ==<br /> <br /> The [[AI]] [[Grok]], which is managed by [[liberal]]s despite [[Elon Musk]]'s ownership, generates and ranks its top five counterarguments. Here are rebuttals to them:<br /> <br /> 1. The Epistle to the Hebrews was composed between 70-90 CE, decades after Jesus' death around 30 CE, making it chronologically impossible for him to have written it. (Strength: 100)<br /> <br /> '''Rebuttal:''' this counterargument is circular, and based on a false premise about when it was written. The evidence is overwhelming that the [[Epistle to the Hebrews]] was written soon after the [[Resurrection]], not decades later. ''See'' [[Date of Hebrews]].<br /> <br /> 2. &quot;The author describes receiving the gospel message second-hand from those who heard it from the Lord (Hebrews 2:3-4), indicating the writer was not Jesus himself, the original source. (Strength: 99)&quot;<br /> <br /> '''Rebuttal:''' Several translations omit the &quot;to us&quot; on which this argument relies, as the point of the Greek is that there are witnesses to the Lord's original teachings who have confirmed what He said. The author of the [[Epistle to the Hebrews]] is merely persuading here, rather than identifying himself as part of the audience rather than the [[Lord]].<br /> <br /> 3. &quot;The letter mentions &quot;our brother Timothy&quot; as recently released (Hebrews 13:23), referring to a Christian leader active well after Jesus' ascension. (Strength: 98)&quot;<br /> <br /> '''Rebuttal:''' This refers to a short passage appended later, after the final &quot;Amen&quot;, which is not part of the original and is not a credible basis for establishing who wrote the original.<br /> <br /> 4. &quot;The text is written in highly sophisticated Koine Greek, a language Jesus, as a first-century Galilean Jew, primarily spoke Aramaic in and likely had limited proficiency with for such advanced composition. (Strength: 97)&quot;<br /> <br /> '''Rebuttal:''' Grok's argument here is [[liberal claptrap]]. [[Jesus]], as the [[Son of God]], obviously had the ability to write in elegant, flawless [[Greek]].<br /> <br /> 5. &quot;The epistle extensively quotes the Septuagint (Greek translation of the Old Testament), whereas Jesus would have primarily used and referenced Hebrew or Aramaic scriptures. (Strength: 96)&quot;<br /> <br /> '''Rebuttal:''' False again by Grok. Jesus taught using the [[Greek]] [[Septuagint]], with which his audience was more familiar, rather than the [[Masoretic]] [[Old Testament]]. ''See, e.g.'', [[Mark, Chapter 7|Mark 7:6–7]] and [[Luke, Chapter 4|Luke 4:17–21]].<br /> <br /> == Counter Arguments that Christ Didn't Author Hebrews ==<br /> Although, technically, Christ (as the Second Person of the Trinity, and thus God Himself) is the co-author of ALL Scripture ({{bibleref|2Timothy|3|16}}), that has nothing to do with the physical authorship of the epistle.<br /> <br /> *{{bibleref|Hebrews|10|7}} quotes Jesus in the first person: &quot;Then I said, ‘Behold, I have come to do your will, O God, as it is written of me in the scroll of the book.’”<br /> <br /> This is misleading, as it is merely a quote of Christ speaking in the OT. It doesn't mean that He wrote Hebrews. [Rebuttal: But the quotes are not referenced as being from [[Scriptures]], but instead [[God]] is quoted directly. ''See, e.g.'', [[Hebrews, Chapter 1]].]<br /> <br /> *{{bibleref|Hebrews|4|15}} makes observations about Jesus that only Jesus himself could make and does so in the present perfect progressive tense to convey his ongoing presence at the time, such as &quot;in every respect [Jesus] has been tempted as we are, yet without sin.&quot; <br /> <br /> Notice that the author says, &quot;as WE are,&quot; distinguishing himself from Christ. [Rebuttal: several modern translations do not render this &quot;as we are, see: [https://www.biblegateway.com/verse/en/Hebrews%204%3A15 Biblegateway comparison of translations for verse 4:15].]<br /> <br /> *By describing Hebrew culture in perfect Greek, this has Jesus' trademark intellectual style of overcoming ostensibly insurmountable barriers, analogous to His walking on water and turning water into wine.<br /> <br /> This is a paper-thin argument. Paul was capable of doing the same thing, especially inspired by the [[Holy Spirit]]. [Rebuttal: Paul wrote in [[Koine Greek]], not in this extremely elegant form of Greek that is at the very highest level.]<br /> <br /> *The tone of authority in Hebrews is no greater than any of the other epistles. For example:<br /> <br /> Romans 14:12 So then each one of us will give an account of himself to God.<br /> <br /> *//This Epistle was written before any physical persecution of the disciples: &quot;In your struggle against sin you have not yet resisted to the point of shedding your blood.&quot; (12:44)//<br /> <br /> This just means that the AUDIENCE had not yet been persecuted in that manner, not ALL Christians. The author makes this SAME point contradicting himself later when he argues that the speaker is distinguishing himself from the audience with respect to shedding blood (see rebuttal later). <br /> <br /> It is more likely that Hebrews was written in the early sixties, just before the tribulation began. [Rebuttal: the persecution and [[martyrdom]] began in A.D. 34, with the stoning of [[Stephen]].]<br /> <br /> Hebrews is FILLED with timing statements that allude to the very nearness of the coming judgment upon the Jews and Jerusalem and the end of the age, which began in AD 66/67. [Rebuttal: there was some unrest and suppression in AD 66/67, culminating in the destruction of the [[Second Temple]] in AD 70, but Jesus's disciples had dispersed or been [[martyr]]ed long before then. These references to, for example, an age about to come are not about governance in [[Judea]].]<br /> <br /> Hebrews 1:14 Are they not all ministering spirits, sent out to render service for the sake of those who are ABOUT to inherit salvation?<br /> <br /> Hebrews 2:5 He did not subject to angels the age ABOUT to come.<br /> <br /> Hebrews 6:5 ...and have tasted ...the powers of the age ABOUT to come.<br /> <br /> Hebrews 8:13 In the calling [it] new He has declared the what is now former,' is becoming obsolete, even growing old near disappearing.<br /> <br /> Hebrews 9:8-10 The Holy Spirit was making clear, that the way of the [heavenly] Holy Places was not yet revealed, while the first tent was standing, which [is] a symbol for the present time, in which both the gifts and sacrifices are offered [are] not able to perfect the conscience of the worshiper… flesh until a time of correction (compare Gal. 4:19; Eph. 2:21-22; 3:17; 4:13).<br /> <br /> Hebrews 9:11 But Christ has come as a high priest of the good things ABOUT to come...<br /> <br /> Hebrews 9:26 …NOW but once at the end of the ages for the removal of sin, by the sacrifice of Himself, He has appeared.<br /> <br /> Hebrews 10:1 …the Law, a shadow of the good things ABOUT to come...<br /> <br /> Hebrews 10:25 ...encouraging [each other], even much more as you see the Day DRAWING NEAR.<br /> <br /> Hebrews 10:27-28 ...a certain expectation of judgment and a fury of a fire which is ABOUT to consume the adversaries, anyone who rejected the Law of Moses…<br /> <br /> Hebrews 10:36-37 In order that… you may receive the thing promised, for yet in a VERY, VERY LITTLE WHILE, the one who is coming will come, and not delay.<br /> <br /> Hebrews 13:12-14 Because here we do not have a permanent city but we are seeking the one coming (see Rev. 18:4)<br /> <br /> *MOST of the Epistles quote or refer to what Jesus said in the Gospels. That doesn't mean He authored them.<br /> <br /> *The scholarship and grammar of the Epistle does not prove that the author is Christ.<br /> <br /> *//Why isn't this message to Hebrews in the Hebrew language? It shows that God does have a sense of humor...//<br /> <br /> This is speculative at best. We don't know that it wasn't FIRST written in Hebrew. There is a great deal of historical evidence that the Gospels, other than Luke, were first written in Hebrew or Aramaic. [NB: the evidence is overwhelming that all the Gospels were originally written in Greek.] However, many of the Jews in the first century were of &quot;the dispersal&quot; and did not even speak Hebrew as their primary language, but the common language of the day--koine Greek.<br /> <br /> *//The substance of this work is a firsthand account of Jesus becoming man, subsequently crying out to God to save Jesus from real death, which God then did by intervening; only Jesus could have described this;[6] the work quotes Jesus' thought process, which only Jesus would know.//<br /> <br /> Again, the Gospel authors did the exact same thing. For example, they wrote what Christ was THINKING, when it says that He KNEW what was in man's hearts, or He KNEW their thoughts. <br /> <br /> *//The Epistle was directed at the Hebrew population, which was Jesus's first priority in His ministry.//<br /> <br /> As was Peter's primary mission. Furthermore, Paul always went to the Jews FIRST, in every city he came to. He expressed his burden for his fellow Jews in Romans (Romans 9:3; 10:1). In addition, Peter wrote to the Jews twice (1Pet. 1:1; 2Pet. 3:1) and said that Paul had written to them before (2Pet. 3:15).<br /> <br /> *//It is fitting that Jesus would make one last attempt -- post-Resurrection -- to persuade the Hebrew people for whom His ministry was originally intended.//<br /> <br /> //Jesus spent 40 days on Earth between the Resurrection and the Ascension, and it is implausible that He did not continue His ministry in an effective way. Writing (or distributing) an Epistle is most plausible activity, given what had transpired.//<br /> <br /> True, but this is again speculative. Furthermore, why is it that the early church fathers were virtually unanimous that this letter was written by Paul, and NONE of them said or suggested that it was Christ.<br /> <br /> *//The Epistle to the Hebrews is unique in its attempt to explain the concept of faith -- something that Jesus emphasized in His ministry, and perhaps only He could explain as this Epistle does.//<br /> <br /> Again, as does Paul in Romans.<br /> <br /> *//Many have attributed the Epistle of James to a brother of Jesus, and if His brother wrote a letter, then why wouldn't Jesus?//<br /> <br /> Yet ANOTHER paper-thin argument.<br /> <br /> *//Hebrews 5:5 quotes something that God said directly to Jesus, which no one else would know.//<br /> <br /> First, MANY of the Scriptural authors quote things that they couldn't have known. They were revealed to them by the Spirit.<br /> <br /> Second, this is a direct quote of Psalm 2:7.<br /> <br /> *//The sermon/writing was likely intended for an audience in Jerusalem, which is where Jesus was most focused.//<br /> <br /> The recipients of the letter were predominantly Jewish, with few Gentiles in their group, which fits with the church of ROME. The majority of the Jewish recipients were facing persecution, or pressure from unconverted Jews to remain Jewish, and many were turning away from Christ. Paul dealt with this in Romans and Galatians.<br /> <br /> Hebrews appears to have been written in Italy, likely Rome, where Paul was imprisoned for a time; or rather the author was with Italians and writing it to Jews who were in Rome (13:24). Clement was in Rome and he quoted Hebrews very early, so the latter as the more accurate conclusion. <br /> *//The verse on which this relies (13:24) was surely added later, as done to the [[Gospel of Mark]] and [[Gospel of John]]. Scribes could easily add something at the end of a manuscript.//<br /> <br /> There is also a possible reference to a previous, brief letter from the author to the recipients (13:22), unless that is a reference to the present letter. If this is the case, then it fits with Paul’s previous letter to the Romans. However, if this was the letter in which Peter was referring to his recipients (2Pet. 3:15), then this letter was not to the Romans, as Peter’s letters were to the dispersed Jews. If Paul wrote this from Rome, after release from his first imprisonment, then this is also fitting.<br /> <br /> *//Unlike most other writings in the New Testament after the Gospels, there is no reference to post-Ascension events.//<br /> <br /> There are hardly ANY references to post-ascension events in ANY of the Epistles. <br /> <br /> *//Ancient manuscripts refer in Hebrews 13:21 to God working among &quot;you&quot;, not &quot;us&quot;, which is what Jesus (rather than a disciple) would say.//<br /> <br /> OR someone was not AMONG the recipients would say. The NT epistles are full of second person references like this...<br /> <br /> *//&quot;Amen&quot; was typically added later at the end of New Testament letters (and the Book of Revelation), which means that the ending following Hebrews 13:21 is almost certainly not part of the original. Someone probably thought this letter was by Paul (since disproven) and copied the endings from his letters (see, e.g., Titus).//<br /> <br /> Several of Paul's letters have the amen well BEFORE the end (Ephesians 3:21; Philippians 4:20; 1Timothy 6:16; 2Timothy 4:18), and Peter's first epistle did too (1Peter 5:11).<br /> <br /> And some of the letters don't even CONTAIN an &quot;amen&quot; (2Corinthians; Colossians; 1Thessalonians; 2Thessalonians; Titus; Philemon; and James).<br /> <br /> *//The father-son analogy to explain the nature of God (Hebrews 7:4) was a personal favorite of Jesus in explaining life.//<br /> <br /> This verse speaks nothing of a father-son analogy. The ONLY father-son analogy is in Hebrew 12:5-8, about the father disciplining a son. This was a reference to Proverbs 3:11-12. Christ NEVER used this analogy.<br /> <br /> Hebrews 7:3 speaks of Melchizedek being without a father and mother listed in Scripture as a type of Christ, but Jesus never spoke of this.<br /> <br /> *//In Hebrews 12:4, the distinction between the speaker and the audience with respect to shedding blood in resistance to sin would have likely been only by Jesus: &quot;You have not yet shed blood in resistance and striving against sin.&quot;//<br /> <br /> Earlier, this verse was used to say that NO ONE had been persecuted yet. So which is it.<br /> <br /> And again, this could have been nearly ANY of the Apostles. Paul especially had been through NUMEROUS physical trials where his blood was shed (2Corinthians 11:23-25). <br /> <br /> *//Any writing by Jesus would intentionally be anonymous, so that it does not eclipse the other valuable writings by disciples.//<br /> <br /> Another speculation. And, as said previously, ALL Scripture is co-authored by Christ.<br /> <br /> *//The Epistle to the Hebrews contains more warnings against apostasy than any other book in the Bible, as one might expect Jesus to emphasize. See Hebrews 6:4-6, 10:26-31, 12:15-29.//<br /> <br /> This is one final speculation. The warning about Jews returning to their tradition is fitting for the audience, regardless of the author.<br /> <br /> *The only interesting coincidental argument is that Hebrews is the same length as the walk to Emmaus. However, this doesn't prove that Christ was the author. It could just as easily have been one of those whom HEARD Christ on that walk, or even someone whom they shared it with. Given the brilliance of the entire discussion, is it any wonder that the two who heard Christ that day shared this with numerous people?<br /> <br /> == Other Objections -- and Rebuttals to the Objections ==<br /> <br /> But of course there are many reasons which shed doubt on such an idea:<br /> <br /> *Jesus didn't leave any writings while he walked the earth. Therefore a note from the grave would have been doubly surprising for his pupils.<br /> <br /> :But this rebuttal is circular, assuming what it attempts to prove.<br /> ::No, it just stresses the point how surprising this idea of Jesus's authorship is.<br /> <br /> :::No, it would be more surprising if Jesus, as intelligent as He was, never ever ever wrote anything.<br /> ::::Pythagoras ''never ever ever'' wrote anything.<br /> <br /> :::::But scripts were plentiful in Jesus's time, and the importance of writing was widely recognized. The Old Testament relied on it.<br /> <br /> *Traditionally we expect God's word to be carved in stone, not scribbled on parchment...<br /> <br /> :But humor is no substitute for logical argument ...<br /> ::Humor comes into place when there isn't any logical argument in the first place: your ''reasons'' are at best circumstantial, and the question &quot;what did Jesus do during the forty days&quot; is amusing - perhaps he had 39 days of a writer's block, and then started scribbling?<br /> <br /> *In light of the rejection of Jesus by some Hebrew leaders, it makes sense that Jesus would write a post-Resurrection letter to the Hebrew people '''''not''''' anonymously, as this would persuade them more easily.<br /> <br /> :No, it's clear that people who rejected Jesus when He was alive would not be persuaded by something attributed to him after the [[Passion of Christ]].<br /> ::So, why writing then at all?<br /> <br /> :::Because Jesus would not have simply given up.<br /> <br /> *The idea of the authorship Jesu doesn't fit the first verses of the letter, where the author takes the position of one to whom God spoke in his Son:<br /> {{cquote|But in these the Last Days He has spoken to us through His Son, whom He determined to be the inheritor of everthing, the Son, by whom He made the worlds, [[Epistle_to_the_Hebrews_(Translated)#Chapter 1|Hebrews 1:2]]}}<br /> <br /> *The idea that this letter was written before the [[Ascension]] is ridiculous and stems from ignorance: the last verses include greetings from &quot;those in Italy&quot;... <br /> <br /> ::The last verses could have been added later. By Martians. I mean, if youe're going to make wild suppositions and treat them as serious claims, why hedge your bets?<br /> <br /> :::See the explanation above. The final verses that mention Italy were added after the final &quot;Amen&quot;, which itself was an addition to several letters and the [[Book of Revelation]], signifying &quot;The End.&quot;--[[User:Aschlafly|Andy Schlafly]] 12:24, 5 November 2012 (EST)<br /> <br /> ::::Even if we suppose that the words &quot;those in Italy&quot; were part of the original, who's to say they weren't authored by Jesus? Jesus is The Word made in flesh, there's nothing to prevent him from going to Italy and than quickly coming back to the Galilee during the 40 days before his Ascension. Sending an epistle from Italy would have also symbolized the universal message of Christianity - an epistle to the Hebrew is sent in Greek from Italy, the center of Latin culture. - [[User:Markman|Markman]] 14:55, 18 August 2013 (EDT) <br /> <br /> * There is zero archeological or documentary evidence to support such a claim.<br /> <br /> :No such evidence would be expected for a one-time sermon or epistle.<br /> <br /> == Rebuttals in detail ==<br /> *&quot;''the teaching is virtually identical in style and substance to the one made by Jesus on the road to Emmaus as described in the [[Gospel of Luke (Translated)]], which He likewise did while appearing to be someone else, and while speaking about Himself in the third person.''&quot;<br /> :'''Contra:''' This statement is not only counterfactual - it doesn't fit into Aschlafly's line of reasoning, neither: Aschlafly himself states the epistle is very much different in style from the other parts of the New Testament. As for the substance of the teachings: &quot;''The central thought of the entire Epistle is the doctrine of the Person of Christ and His Divine mediatorial office.''&quot; (from the [http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07181a.htm source] used by Aschlafly). Needless to say that e.g., the Jesus's status as a high-priest isn't mentioned on the road to Emmaus.<br /> ::'''Pro:''' Why wouldn't Jesus mention his status as a high priest, when addressing a Hebrew audience???<br /> :::'''Contra:''' You are missing the point: you claim that the '''&quot;teaching is virtually identical in [...] substance to the one made by Jesus on the road to Emmaus'''&quot; - but you are not able to show that!<br /> ::::'''Pro:''' It was the same sort of explanation -- the same style -- as the Epistle to the Hebrews, as inferred from the account of the discussion on the road to Emmaus in the [[Gospel of Luke]].<br /> :::::'''Contra:''' You write ''Hebrews 5:5 quotes something that God said directly to Jesus, which no one else would know. ''. But if Hebrews is ''virtually identical'' in substance to the teaching on the road to Emmaus, the author of the epistle could have taken those ''somethings'' from reports of the encounter. <br /> *''the writing has a &quot;striking purity of language and elegance of Greek style,&quot; and &quot;is a treasure-house of expressions characteristic of the individuality of the writer,&quot; using &quot;168 terms ... which appear in no other part of the New Testament, among them ten words found neither in Biblical or classical Greek.&quot;&lt;ref name=&quot;Encyclopedia&quot;&gt;[http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07181a.htm The Catholic Encyclopedia]&lt;/ref&gt; There is not a :'''Contra:''' God isn't the only one with decent grammar! This shows only that great intellects were attracted by Christianity even in the early years (as later was [[Augustine|Augustinus]]). BTW: As the German language, Greek allows for an easy creation of new words. See e.g., ἀνασταυρόω : this word is uniquely used in the epistle and means &quot;to crucify again&quot; - its just a merge of ἀνα and σταυρόω. A German could speak of a &quot;Zweitkreuzigung&quot; in a similar manner.<br /> ::'''Pro:''' Not the very early years, when this Epistle was written. Jesus's work was not yet made available and known to intellectuals at this early time.<br /> :::'''Contra:''' An extraordinary statement! Do you think that not one gifted, well educated man heard (and was touched) by the teachings of Jesus in the early years? <br /> <br /> *''it is a playful enigma: a message to Hebrews written in perfect Greek, a miracle of an intellectual nature. Why isn't this message to Hebrews in the Hebrew language? It shows that [[Mystery:Does God Have a Sense of Humor?|God does have a sense of humor]], and a highly intellectual one, like the encounter on the road to Emmaus.''<br /> :'''Contra:''' The author could choose between Greek, Aramaic and Hebrew. Why shouldn't he write in Greek? Obviously he mastered the language very well (perhaps better than Aramaic and Hebrew), and Greek was spoken throughout the whole Roman empire.<br /> ::'''Pro:''' The reason why it surprising to be in Greek is because the audience primarily spoke Hebrew.<br /> :::'''Contra:''' Did his audience &quot;primarily spoke Hebrew&quot;? Are you sure? Did the author address the priests - or perhaps traders, scholars, even carpenters, etc.? [[World_History_Lecture_Two#Did_Jesus_Preach_in_Greek.3F|To quote you]]: ''&quot;For teaching purposes, the powerful Greek language would have been useful. Greek was in common use by Jewish people in Palestine, thanks in part to the conquest by Alexander the Great. Greek was even widely used in Jewish ossuaries to bury the dead. Commerce took place often in Greek, and Jesus had been in business as a carpenter. He surely knew the language. Several of the key terms, such as Jesus' criticism of the Pharisees as &quot;hypocrites&quot;, is derived directly from Greek without any comparable term in Aramaic or Hebrew.''&quot;<br /> <br /> ::::'''Pro:''' The Epistle is obviously directed to those well-versed in the Hebrew scriptures, which means Hebrew was their first language. Why would anyone other than Jesus quote Hebrew scriptures for a Hebrew audience in perfect Greek???--[[User:Aschlafly|Andy Schlafly]] 21:58, 10 December 2012 (EST)<br /> :::::'''Contra:''' As you said: ''For teaching purposes, the powerful Greek language would have been useful.''<br /> <br /> *''...speaking about Himself in the third person'''<br /> :'''Contra:''' The use of the third person for the author can be found often in classical literature. E.g., when we read<br /> ::{{cquote|Caesar saw the horse.}}<br /> :it could well be that Caesar was the author of this sentence. But what's about<br /> ::{{cquote|Caesar saw me.}}<br /> :Here it is obvious that Caesar is not the author, as we have an instance of the first person (''me''). The same holds true for the ''Epistle to the Hebrews''. One example is Hebrews 3:6<br /> <br /> :Χριστὸς δὲ ὡς υἱὸς ἐπὶ τὸν οἶκον αὐτοῦ· οὗ οἶκός ἐσμεν ἡμεῖς ἐάνπερ τὴν παρρησίαν καὶ τὸ καύχημα τῆς ἐλπίδος μέχρι τέλους βεβαίαν κατάσχωμεν<br /> <br /> :Reading this, one sees that Christ is set over the house, while ''we'' (including the author!) are the house. A diligent study of the epistle reveals a couple of such examples.<br /> <br /> *''...the work quotes Jesus' thought process, which only Jesus would know.''<br /> :'''Contra:''' If this logic were to hold true, it would mean that God was the author of Genesis. Along with every other event that is described in the Bible that no mortal man could have been witness to.<br /> <br /> == Historical considerations: Critical analysis ==<br /> <br /> ''See [[Historical-critical method (Higher criticism)]]<br /> <br /> '''The &lt;small&gt;LETTER TO THE HEBREWS&lt;/small&gt;'''. The Book of Hebrews is a perfect supporting conclusion to the list of texts of OLD TESTAMENT Bible proofs that the long-expected Christ is Jesus. <br /> :This outstanding exposition of scripture, ''which also stands as one of the finest pieces of world literature'', is best read within the context of the interpretation of everything written about Jesus in the law of Moses and the prophets and the psalms, as presented in Luke 24:44-48, and as [[Christian apologetics|apologetical literature]] written during the time setting between Acts 18 and 19, and as an encouragement to remain faithful in the context of the discouraging persecution being inflicted on the believers by the Jews [http://biblehub.com/commentaries/john/15-20.htm John 15:20].<br /> ::[[Andy Schlafly]] is persuaded that Jesus himself wrote this work during the 40 days he appeared to the apostles he had chosen, while he was with them and spoke of the kingdom of God, and that he left it with them—just as Isaiah, Jeremiah and Daniel also entrusted their writings to their disciples, copies to be kept in earthen jars. See Isaiah 8:16; Jeremiah 36 and 51:59-60; Daniel 12:4, 9. This is fully in accord with the practical and material secondary meaning of 2&amp;nbsp;Corinthians 4:5-7, &quot;''We have this treasure in earthen vessels''&quot;. See [[Dead Sea Scrolls]]. &lt;br&gt; Hebrews is written to the whole church as an encouragement to every follower of Christ to remain faithful during the persecutions they were already facing from the Jews and in the coming persecutions from the pagan nations which were certain to occur in centuries to come (Matthew 5:11-12; John 15:18-20). The same message of encouragement to persevere and remain faithful in the face of terrible persecution of Christianity is presented in the [[Revelation, Book of (historical exegesis)|Book of Revelation]].&lt;br&gt;The claim that Hebrews is from Jesus himself who is ''the perfection of God'' (Hebrews 1:3; 6:26; Colossians 1:19), is a highly controversial claim never advanced before the 21st century, based on the critically attested grammatically '''''perfect''''' Greek of the text. This claim was met with universal rejection by biblical scholars and theologians the moment it was publicly proposed. No mention of Jesus composing or dictating any writing is found in any early Christian writings or commentaries on scripture from the second century onward, other than the apocryphal ''[http://gods-kingdom-ministries.net/teachings/articles-and-poetry/jesus-letter-to-abgar-the-toparch/ Letters of Christ and Abgarus]''. <br /> <br /> :Everything in the Book of Hebrews and the Gospels that could only have been known to Jesus he disclosed to his disciples during the forty days after his resurrection when he appeared to them, and spoke of the kingdom of God. They in turn shared this knowledge with their disciples in word and in writing. Matthew 10:27; Mark 4:22; Luke 12:2-3; John 16:12.<br /> <br /> :Among the various authors of ''Hebrews'' historically proposed since the second century are '''Paul, Priscilla, Barnabas, Apollos, Timothy, Epaphras, Silas, Philip, Clement of Rome''' ([http://biblehub.com/commentaries/philippians/4-3.htm Philippians 4:3]), and others. &lt;br&gt;See [http://biblehub.com/commentaries/hebrews/1-1.htm ''multiple commentaries on'' Hebrews (biblehub.com)].&lt;br&gt; Each can be eliminated (for example, the author refers to himself with a male pronoun in Greek, which eliminates Priscilla as the author). See also the following five articles:<br /> :*[http://www.ligonier.org/learn/devotionals/writer-hebrews/ '''The Writer of Hebrews''' by R. C. Sproul. Reformed Bible Studies (ligonier.org)]<br /> :*[http://biblehub.com/library/pullan/the_books_of_the_new_testament/chapter_xviii_the_epistle_to.htm '''The Epistle to the Hebrews''' The Books of the Bible - Leighton Pullam (biblehub.com)]<br /> :*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Authorship_of_the_Epistle_to_the_Hebrews '''Authorship of the Epistle to the Hebrews''' (en.wikipedia.org)]<br /> :*[http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07181a.htm Catholic Encyclopedia '''Epistle to the Hebrews''' (newadvent.org)] ''scroll down to'' '''Author'''.<br /> :*[http://biblescripture.net/Hebrews.html '''The Letter to the Hebrews''' (biblescripture.net)] ''also includes entire Douay-Rheims text of Hebrews''.<br /> <br /> &quot;'''but in these days he has spoken to us by a Son'''&quot; Hebrews 1:2. Third person reference to Jesus.<br /> :This verse poses a difficulty for those who claim that this epistle was written by Jesus Christ Himself: He (God) has spoken to us (men, including the writer) through His Son (Jesus Christ) - which implies that His Son and the writer are different entities. &lt;br&gt;But upon closer investigation one realizes that many early Apostles, in imitation of Jesus, spoke about themselves in this modest style of using the third person, as when John referenced himself as the &quot;One of his disciples, whom Jesus loved&quot; (John 13:23, ESV) and Mark referenced himself as &quot;but he left the linen cloth and ran away naked.&quot; (Mark 14:52, ESV) Jesus himself, of course, frequently referred to himself in the third person as in the phrase Son of Man. <br /> :On the other hand, there is no other example where Jesus or an Apostle spoke about himself using both the first and the third person in the same sentence!<br /> <br /> :The strongest internal textual evidence against Jesus being the author of the ''Letter to the Hebrews'' during the forty days he appeared to the disciples and spoke of the kingdom of God is in Hebrews 1:3, which says (past tense), &quot;''When he had made purification for sins, '''he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high'''...''&quot;. (RSV) Conservative Bible scholars carefully consider the following facts in assessing the claim that Jesus is the author of ''Hebrews''. On the day Jesus ascended into heaven and the disciples stood gazing into heaven as he went, &quot;''two men stood by them in white robes, and said, 'This Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.' ''&quot; (Acts 1:11 RSV). Peter later testified to the Jews that Jesus is &quot;''...the Christ appointed for you, '''whom heaven must receive until the time for establishing all that God spoke''' by the mouth of his holy prophets...''&quot;. (Acts 3:20-21 RSV). There is no evidence in scripture that Jesus after having ascended into heaven &quot;''and sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high''&quot; descended to earth in a second coming to write this document. The writer explicitly refers to the fact that Jesus &quot;''sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high''&quot; as being an already accomplished fact '''before''' ''Hebrews'' was written. Compare Acts 1:11 (already cited) and the following supportive texts:<br /> :*&quot;''But he, full of the Holy Spirit, gazed into heaven and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing at the right hand of God''&quot;. Acts 7:55.<br /> :*&quot;''...their Master and yours is in heaven...''&quot; Ephesians 6:9.<br /> :*&quot;''...our commonwealth is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ...''&quot; Philippians 3:20.<br /> :*&quot;''When Christ who is our life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory.''&quot; Colossians 3:4.<br /> :*&quot;''Masters, treat your slaves justly and fairly, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven.''&quot; Colossians 4:1.<br /> :*&quot;''...wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead, Jesus who delivers us from the wrath to come.''&quot; 1 Thessalonians 1:10.<br /> :*&quot;''For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the archangel's call, and with the sound of the trumpet of God.''&quot; 1&amp;nbsp;Thessalonians 4:16.<br /> :*&quot;''...when the Lord Jesus is revealed from heaven with his mighty angels in flaming fire''&quot; 2&amp;nbsp;Thessalonians 1:7.<br /> :*&quot;''But when Christ appeared as a high priest...he entered once for all into the Holy Place...thus securing an eternal redemption.'''&quot; Hebrews 9:11a, 12.<br /> :*&quot;''For Christ has entered, not into a sanctuary made with hands, a copy of the true one, but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God on our behalf...so Christ, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time, not to deal with sin, but to save those who are eagerly waiting for him.''&quot; Hebrews 9:24 and 28.<br /> :*&quot;''But when Christ had offered for all time a single sacrifice for sins, he sat down at the right hand of God, '''then to wait''' until his enemies should be made a footstool for his feet.''&quot; Hebrews 10:12-13.<br /> :*&quot;''For he must reign until he has put all his enemies under his feet. The last enemy to be destroyed is death.''&quot; 1 Corinthians 15:25-26.<br /> :*&quot;''...Jesus Christ, who has gone into heaven and is at the right hand of God, with angels, authorities, and powers subject to him.''&quot; 1 Peter 3:21b-22.<br /> :*&quot;''...whom '''heaven must receive until the time for establishing all that God spoke''' by the mouth of his holy prophets from of old''&quot; Acts 3:21.<br /> :*&quot;''he commands all men everywhere to repent, because '''he has fixed a day on which he will judge the world in righteousness by a man whom he has appointed''', and of this he has given assurance to all men by raising him from the dead.''&quot; Acts 17:31.<br /> <br /> :In answer to the objection that the ascension of Christ into heaven is presented in ''Hebrews'' as a past event, supporters of the claim that Jesus is author of Hebrews can point to the Bible pattern of prophetic writing which includes the Semitic manner of referring to a divinely guaranteed future fulfillment as having already been accomplished, because it is an absolute certainty. The divine guarantee of the future is written in the past tense. Thus, Jesus as author of Hebrews is argued as having written in the past tense of his own future ascension to the glorious throne of God the Father as an already accomplished reality. See the following article:<br /> :*[http://www.plainerwords.com/artman2/publish/2007/Prophecy_Past_Or_Present_Tense.shtml '''Prophecy: Past or Present Tense?''' (plainerwords.com)]<br /> <br /> :Against the authorship of Jesus there are also those passages all through the Letter to the Hebrews, emphasized in boldface here, that Jesus cannot be saying of himself, even in referring to himself in the second and third person. The words &quot;we, us, our&quot; include the speaker and would need to be changed to &quot;you&quot; and &quot;your&quot;:<br /> :*&quot;''spoken to '''us''' by his Son''&quot; Hebrews 1:2 &lt;br&gt; (spoken to you by his Son)<br /> :*&quot;''purified '''us''' of '''our sins'''''&quot; Hebrews 1:3 &lt;br&gt; (purified you of your sins)<br /> :*&quot;'''''we''' ought to pay greater attention to the things that were heard, lest perhaps '''we''' drift away''&quot; Hebrews 2:1 &lt;br&gt; (you ought to pay greater attention to the things that were heard, lest perhaps you drift away)<br /> :*&quot;''how will '''we''' escape if '''we''' neglect so great a salvation...confirmed to '''us''' by those who heard''&quot; Hebrews 2:3 &lt;br&gt; (how will you escape if you neglect so great a salvation...confirmed to you by those who heard0<br /> :*&quot;''whose house '''we''' are, if '''we''' hold fast''&quot; Hebrews 3:6 &lt;br&gt; (whose house you are if you hold fast)<br /> :*&quot;''Let '''us''' therefore draw near with boldness to the throne of grace, that '''we''' may receive mercy''&quot; Hebrews 4:16 &lt;br&gt; (Let us together therefore draw near with boldness to the throne of grace, that you may receive mercy)<br /> :*&quot;''where as a forerunner Jesus entered for '''us'''''&quot; Hebrews 6:20 &lt;br&gt; (where as a forerunner Jesus entered for you)<br /> :*&quot;''For Christ has not entered into holy places made with hands, which are representations of the true, but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for '''us'''''&quot; Hebrews 9:24 &lt;br&gt; (...now to appear in the presence of God for you)<br /> :*&quot;''Having therefore, brothers, boldness to enter into the holy place by the blood of Jesus, by the way which he dedicated for '''us'''...let '''us''' draw near with a true heart in fullness of faith, having '''our''' hearts sprinkled from an '''evil conscience'''''&quot; Hebrews 10:19-22 &lt;br&gt; (Having therefore, brothers, boldness to enter into the holy place by the blood of Jesus, by the way which he dedicated for you...let us together draw near with a true heart in fullness of faith, having your hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience)<br /> :*&quot;''let '''us''' also, seeing '''we''' are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, lay aside every weight and '''the sin which so easily entangles us''', and let '''us''' run with patience the race that is set before '''us''', looking to Jesus''&quot; Hebrews 12:1-2a &lt;br&gt; (let us together also, seeing you are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily entangles you, and let us together run with patience the race that is set before you, looking to Jesus)<br /> :*&quot;''Through him, then, let '''us''' offer up a sacrifice of praise to God continually''&quot; Hebrews 13:15 &lt;br&gt; (Through him, then, offer up a sacrifice of praise to God continually)<br /> :*&quot;'''''Pray for us'''''&quot; Hebrews 13:18 &lt;br&gt; (Pray for the brothers)<br /> <br /> :Probably the best scriptural response to the above objection is found in the words of Jesus in the [[Lord's Prayer]] and his word to Saul on the road to Damascus:<br /> :*&quot;'''''Our''' Father...give '''us''' this day...forgive '''us''' our debts...lead '''us''' not into temptation, but deliver '''us''' from evil''&quot; Matthew 6:9-13, also Luke 11:3-4.<br /> :*&quot;''Saul, Saul, why do you persecute '''me'''''&quot; Acts 9:4.<br /> :In support of the argument that Jesus is the author of ''Hebrews'' by dictation to his chosen ''amanuensis'' (just as Tertius wrote Paul's letter to the Romans, 16:22), is the fact that Jesus after having ascended into heaven appeared to chosen individuals on earth, including John, who at Jesus' command '''wrote''' the ''Book of Revelation''. See the following texts:<br /> :*&quot;''...he fell to the ground and '''heard a voice saying''' to him, ...''&quot; Acts 9:4.<br /> :*&quot;''Now there was a disciple at Damascus named Ananias. '''The Lord said to him''' in a vision...''&quot; Acts 9:10-17.<br /> :*&quot;''...I have appeared to you for this purpose, to appoint you to serve and '''bear witness to the things in which you have seen me''' and to those in which I will appear to you...''&quot;. Acts 26:16.<br /> :*&quot;''Now '''write''' what you see, what is and what is to take place hereafter.''&quot; Revelation 1:19.<br /> :*&quot;''And he who sat on the throne said, 'Behold, I make all things new.' Also he said, ''''Write''' this...' ''&quot; Revelation 21:5. <br /> :A reasonable counter-argument to this response is the fact that every extant manuscript witness of the text of ''Hebrews'', unlike the witness of the text of ''Revelation'' and the accounts of Jesus' appearances in ''Acts'', lacks witness to any appearance of the Lord Jesus for the purpose of commanding the writing of this sacred text. &lt;br&gt;This leaves the Holy Spirit as the author of ''Hebrews'', testifying to Jesus, and revealing things no man could have known, in accordance with the promises Jesus made on the night he was betrayed:<br /> :*''when the Counselor comes, whom I shall send to you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, who proceeds from the Father, '''he will bear witness to me'''''&quot; John 15:26.<br /> :*''I have yet many things to say to you, but you cannot bear them now. When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth; for he will not speak on his own authority, but whatever he hears he will speak, and he will declare to you the things that are to come. '''He will glorify me''', for he will take what is mine and declare it to you.''&quot; John 16:12-14.<br /> <br /> == Institutional reluctance ==<br /> The [[Reformation]] created institutional biases on both sides. [[Martin Luther]] questioned the authenticity of the [[Epistle to the Hebrews]] because he was uncomfortable with some of its contents, and this may deter [[Protestant]]s from recognizing [[Jesus]] as its author. The [[Roman Catholic Church]] does not want people shifting to reliance on the [[Bible]] alone (rather than the Church), so it may not welcome recognition of [[Jesus]] as the author of one of its books. The hierarchy of both Protestants and Catholics may see a risk in dramatically recognizing Jesus as an author. A young pastor or professor, Protestant or Catholic, would be risking his career by suggesting that Jesus wrote the [[Epistle to the Hebrews]].<br /> <br /> Moreover, neither the Protestant nor Catholic hierarchy has been willing to admit that anything in the [[New Testament]] was added later, and was not in the original. Admitting Jesus authored the Epistle to the Hebrews would require also admitting that the reference to Timothy at the end ({{bibleref|Hebrews|13|23}}), after the final Amen, is probably not authentic.<br /> <br /> But this institutional reluctance is misplaced, as a rising tide of [[faith]] lifts all boats, Protestant and Catholic.<br /> <br /> Atheists and university professors resist the notion that Jesus could have written the finest Greek work found anywhere, as Jesus lacked a formal education. Atheists in particular oppose the acceptance of an intellectual Jesus who was smarter than they are. Part of the atheists' approach is to dumb down the perception of Jesus as much as possible, and accepting that Jesus wrote the magnificent Greek in the Epistle to the Hebrews disproves the atheists' argument.<br /> <br /> == See also ==<br /> *[[Mystery:Was Epistle to the Hebrews the Foundation of NT]]?<br /> *For a scholarly discussion of the authorship of this epistle see [[Epistle to the Hebrews]].<br /> *Another scholarly analysis is at [https://icksp.org.uk/newbrighton/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/06/2023-05-20-The-epistle-to-the-Hebrew-conclusion.pdf &quot;The epistle to the Hebrews: General conclusion,&quot; New Brighton, Saturday 20th May 2023]<br /> *[[Logos]]<br /> *[[Bible]]<br /> *[[Date of Hebrews]]<br /> <br /> == References ==<br /> <br /> &lt;references/&gt;<br /> <br /> [[Category:Bible]]<br /> [[Category:Conservative Bible|*]]<br /> [[Category:Hebrews]]<br /> [[Category:Mystery]]<br /> {{DEFAULTSORT:Did Jesus Write the Epistle to the Hebrews?}}</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Mystery:Did_Jesus_Write_the_Epistle_to_the_Hebrews%3F&diff=2196161 Mystery:Did Jesus Write the Epistle to the Hebrews? 2026-06-03T23:14:04Z <p>Aschlafly: /* Evidence that Jesus wrote this */ Samaritans rejected all of the Old Testament other than the Pentateuch, so to artfully avoid alienating Samaritans Jesus had to rename anonymous as he cited Old Testament prophets not recognized by Samarita</p> <hr /> <div>The [[Epistle to the Hebrews]] is perfectly written at the highest intellectual level, and yet its authorship is a complete mystery. Not even a modern, sophisticated analysis of authorship can suggest a plausible writer for this perfect work. Scholars agree that [[Saint Paul|Paul]] certainly did not write this,&lt;ref&gt;The vocabulary and style of this epistle are vastly different from Paul's, who identified himself in the first word of his letters, but there is no such identification in this Epistle. See generally [https://rsc.byu.edu/how-new-testament-came-be/authorship-epistle-hebrews#_note-1]. This Epistle was written in the highly refined &quot;[[Attic Greek]],&quot; rather than the more common &quot;[[Koine Greek]]&quot; used by the rest of the [[New Testament]], including many of Paul's letters, and by the [[Septuagint]].&lt;/ref&gt; and whoever authored this wrote virtually nothing else.&lt;ref&gt;Oddly, and ironically, scholars do not concede that this may have been written by an [[angel]] even though much of this Epistle is about angels.&lt;/ref&gt; '''''Its style is one of [[manliness]] and great authority, as the [[Gospels]] say [[Jesus]] taught'''''. The ''[[Encyclopedia Britannica]]'' says this work &quot;is extremely polished, elegant, and cultured [[Greek]],&quot;&lt;ref&gt;https://www.britannica.com/topic/biblical-literature/The-Letter-to-the-Hebrews&lt;/ref&gt; and commentators confirm its &quot;striking purity of language and elegance of Greek style.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07181a.htm&lt;/ref&gt; '''''There are 52 reasons that Jesus was its author''''', see [[#Evidence that Jesus wrote this|below]].<br /> <br /> This was likely written soon after the [[Resurrection]], ''see'' [[Date of Hebrews]], because it was prior to martyrdom of [[Stephen]] (34 A.D.) and before disciples understood the theology (&quot;You need milk, not solid food,&quot;&lt;ref&gt;{{bibleref|Hebrews|5|12}} ([[ESV]])&lt;/ref&gt; in theological instruction, this Epistle tells the disciples). [[Paul]] apparently used this Epistle in his letters that he began writing by 48 A.D. This Epistle was certainly written prior to the destruction of Jerusalem in A.D. 70, and The First Epistle of Clement, written in A.D. 70 or 95,&lt;ref&gt;https://earlychristianhistory.net/1clement.html&lt;/ref&gt; refers to and incorporates many phrases from the Epistle to the Hebrews.<br /> <br /> In contrast with all other epistles and letters in the [[New Testament]], it is a misnomer to call this the &quot;Epistle&quot; to the Hebrews. It is not a letter; there is no introduction, and it reads like a sermon. Nor was it formally addressed to the &quot;Hebrews&quot;; its teachings are for all. This Epistle begins with an unusually detailed discussion of [[angel]]s, apparently picking up on the very same topic of discussion as on the [[road to Emmaus]] described in {{bibleref|Luke|24|23}}<br /> <br /> Recognizing the possibility of [[Jesus]] as the author helps eliminate translation errors, such as the mistaken use of the supposition (&quot;If&quot;) by the [[KJV]] in {{bibleref|Hebrews|6|6}} (click &quot;all English translations&quot;). Recognizing the early [[Date of Hebrews|date of this Epistle]] enables rejection of the fiction that any community turned against [[Christianity]] to necessitate this letter, which is the false narrative often taught.<br /> __TOC__<br /> <br /> ==Evidence that Jesus wrote this==<br /> '''''There are 52 reasons for concluding that Jesus wrote (or dictated) this Epistle''''':<br /> #{{Bibleref|Hebrews|13|19}} references the return of Jesus in the first person: &quot;I urge you the more earnestly to do this in order that I may be restored to you the sooner.&quot;<br /> #the author quotes [[Jesus]] in the first person: &quot;Then I said, ‘Behold, I have come to do your will, O [[God]], as it is written of me in the scroll of the book.’&quot;&lt;ref&gt;Hebrews 10:7 ([[ESV]]).&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #the first chapter {{bibleref|Hebrews|1|5-13}} quotes [[God]] directly many times, including statements by God to Jesus, with some wording found nowhere else in all of [[Scriptures]].&lt;ref&gt;Portions of these quotes are similar to Psalms 45:6-7, 102:25-27, and 110:1, while other portions of the quotations are new to this Epistle. ''See generally'' https://enduringword.com/bible-commentary/hebrews-1/ Note that the [[Greek]] [[Septuagint]] was completed in the 2nd century [[B.C.]]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #this Epistle is a sermon having subject matter identical to the detailed sermon given soon after the [[Resurrection]] by Jesus to two travelers on the [[road to Emmaus]]. Jesus would have wanted all to benefit from that sermon, not merely the two travelers, and He would have done so anonymously as He did on that walk. The length of this Epistle -- about 90 minutes when spoken with breaks -- matches the length of the brisk walk from Jerusalem to [[road to Emmaus|Emmaus]] as nightfall approached, see {{bibleref|Luke|24|13-35}}.<br /> #the author wrote this spectacular work but nothing else: this book has the largest number of unique words not used anywhere else in the [[New Testament]] (154),&lt;ref&gt;https://www.neverthirsty.org/bible-qa/qa-archives/question/how-any-words-are-in-the-greek-new-testament/&lt;/ref&gt; and 10 words not found anywhere else in all of classical or Biblical Greek. Great writers at the highest literary level composed more than one work in their lifetimes, and Jesus as God is the only plausible exception to that rule.<br /> #the author states that he is instructing his disciples for the second time his disciples: &quot;For though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you again the basic principles of the oracles of God.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;{{bibleref|Hebrews|5|12}} ([[ESV]]).&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #the author twice uses the verb for &quot;Gospel&quot; to describe Jesus's preaching (euaggelizō - to proclaim good news, at Hebrews 4:2 and 4:6), which is the same novel use of that term which [[Jesus]] himself used repeatedly as quoted in the [[Gospel of Mark]] (and then the [[Gospel of Matthew]] and [[Gospel of Luke]]; it is also used often in the [[Acts of the Apostles]] and in [[Paul]]'s letters but only as a noun by Paul);<br /> #the style of Jesus was not to identify himself, but to await others to seek and find him, just as he never identified himself during the walk on the [[Road to Emmaus]]; likewise it is up to us to recognize Him as the disciples on that journey eventually did.<br /> #the author has the same unique style of witty, yet loving, humbling of mankind as in [[Jesus]]'s teachings: '''''compare''''' Jesus's foregoing &quot;You need milk, not solid food&quot; '''''with''''' his parable about giving people one last chance by fertilizing them with manure: &quot;I have come seeking fruit on this fig tree, and I find none. Cut it down. Why should it use up the ground?’ &lt;sup&gt;8&lt;/sup&gt;And [the servant] answered him, ‘Sir, let it alone this year also, until I dig around it and put on manure.’&quot;&lt;ref&gt;{{bibleref|Luke|13|7-8|ESV}}&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #the first chapter compares the role of [[Jesus]] to that of angels, which only He would know about and emphasize. In addition, Jesus's emphasis on the role of angels in this Epistle explains perfectly his enigmatic quoted statement at {{bibleref|Matthew|11|11}}: &quot;Yet the one who is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than&quot; [[John the Baptist]].<br /> #the author explains Jesus's mental state, which only Jesus would know, as in &quot;That is why he is not ashamed to call them brothers.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;Hebrews 2:11 ([[ESV]]) [https://www.esv.org/Hebrews+2/]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #the author hints that he knows more than he can reveal, at {{bible ref|Hebrews|9|5}} (&quot;Above it were the [[cherubim]] of glory overshadowing the mercy seat. Of these things we cannot now speak in detail.&quot;).<br /> #the author refers to &quot;the&quot;, &quot;your&quot;, and &quot;their&quot; fathers in the [[Old Testament]], not &quot;our&quot; fathers because [[Jesus]] (as the author) pre-existed them.<br /> #This Epistle quotes from the [[Greek]] [[Septuagint]] [[Old Testament]], as [[Jesus]] did when preaching (see Mark 7:6–7 and Luke 4:17–21), while [[Paul]] quoted from the Masoretic [[Hebrew]] version as a [[Pharisee]] would. <br /> #&quot;if he shrinks back [from his [[faith]]], my soul has no pleasure in him&quot; ({{bibleref|Hebrews|10|38}}) is falsely presented in modern translations as a quotation from the [[Old Testament]], which it is not, and is instead a statement by the author about himself, who must therefore have been [[Jesus]]; similarly, this appears to be a direct warning by Jesus, in reference to Himself: &quot;It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the [[living God]].&quot; {{bibleref|Hebrews|10|31}}<br /> #the date of this Epistle is very soon after the [[Resurrection]], and there was insufficient time for anyone other than [[Jesus]] to develop and perfect this masterpiece;&lt;ref&gt;See [[Date of Hebrews]].&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #only the victim of [[The Passion]] including the [[Crucifixion]] -- [[Jesus]] himself -- would use the term &quot;fitting&quot; to describe such a horrible ordeal, and no third person would rudely describe it with that term as {{bibleref|Hebrews|2|10}} does;<br /> #the [[Epistle of James]], as written by Jesus's younger brother [[James the Just|James]], is uniquely similar in content and elegant style of [[Greek]] to the Epistle of Hebrews, which suggests that both came from the same family of authors just as similar [[DNA]] can so indicate. For example, {{bibleref|Hebrew|1|1}} says, &quot;God spoke to our fathers by the prophets,&quot; and {{bibleref|James|5|10}} states, &quot;the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord.&quot; Also, Jesus appeared to James after the [[Resurrection]], and James met with [[Paul]], which would have assured distribution of this Epistle through James and Paul, see [[1st Corinthians, Chapter 15|1 Corinthians 15:7]] and [[Galatians, Chapter 1|Galatians 1:19]]: &quot;But other of the apostles saw I none, save [[James the Just|James]] the [[Lord]]'s brother.&quot;<br /> #the tone of authority is greater than in any other letter in the Bible, as in Hebrews 9:27: &quot;It is reserved for men to die once, and then be judged&quot;; also, the author uses the &quot;royal we,&quot; which is the plural form for the first person as used by a king, sovereign, or other person having great authority, see {{bibleref|Heb|11|3|ESV}}: &quot;Through [[faith]] we understand that ....&quot;;<br /> #the author makes additional observations about Jesus that only Jesus himself could make, and does so in the present perfect progressive tense to convey his ongoing presence at the time, such as &quot;in every respect [Jesus] has been tempted as we are, yet without sin.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;Hebrews 4:15 ([[ESV]]).&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #by describing Hebrew culture in perfect Greek, this has Jesus' trademark intellectual style of overcoming ostensibly insurmountable barriers, analogous to His walking on water and turning water into wine.<br /> #the author says at [[Hebrews, Chapter 3|Hebrews 3:7-8]] that the [[Holy Spirit]] was speaking in [[Psalm 95|Psalm 95:7-8]], which reflects Jesus's unique emphasis on the [[Holy Spirit]] in contrast with the view of the [[Pharisee]]s (notice also the remarkable alignment of verses 7-8 in the two books).<br /> #the term for &quot;somewhere&quot; is used twice in this Epistle and nowhere else in the entire [[Bible]], at {{bibleref|Heb|2|6}} and {{bibleref|Heb|4|4}}, similar to Jesus uniquely imploring people to &quot;seek, and you will find,&quot; {{bibleref|Matthew|7|7}} ([[ESV]]).<br /> #this Epistle uniquely emphasizes the power of the Word of [[God]] as a person (&quot;him&quot;): &quot;Indeed, the word of God is living and effective, sharper than any two-edged sword, penetrating even between soul and spirit, joints and marrow, and able to discern reflections and thoughts of the heart. No creature is concealed from him, but everything is naked and exposed to the eyes of him to whom we must render an account.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;Heb 4:12-13 ([[NAB]]). See [https://bible.usccb.org/bible/hebrews/4]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> #this Epistle was written before any physical persecution of the disciples: &quot;In your struggle against sin you have not yet resisted to the point of shedding your blood.&quot; ([http://biblehub.com/multi/hebrews/12-4.htm|Hebrews 12:4]&lt;ref&gt;[[ESV]].&lt;/ref&gt;) Stephen was martyred around A.D. 37, merely a few years after the [[Crucifixion]] of [[Jesus]], so this Epistle was written before then. But there is indication to some afflictions having had occurred prior to this Epistle.&lt;ref&gt;Compare [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews+10%3A32-34&amp;version=RSV Hebrews 10:32-34] and [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews+13%3A3&amp;version=RSV 13:3] which testifies to their sufferings and physical abuse (Strong's numbers ''3804'' and ''2347'' and ''2558'': KJV &quot;afflictions&quot; ''hardship'' or ''pain'', and &quot;afflictions&quot; ''pressure, anguish, burden, persecution, tribulation'', and &quot;adversity&quot; ''maltreat, torment'').&lt;br&gt;See text analysis: [http://biblehub.com/text/hebrews/10-32.htm Hebrews 10:32], [http://biblehub.com/text/hebrews/10-33.htm 33], [http://biblehub.com/text/hebrews/10-34.htm 34] and [http://biblehub.com/text/hebrews/13-3.htm 13:3]&lt;/ref&gt; It is quite possible this Epistle was written prior to the [[Ascension]], during Jesus's time here. <br /> #this Epistle uses the same reference to [[Jesus]] as &quot;the truth&quot; (&quot;For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins&quot; [[Hebrews, Chapter 10|Hebrews 10:26]]) which the [[Gospel of John]] quotes Jesus as saying, &quot;To this end was I born, and for this cause came I into the world, that I should bear witness unto the truth. Every one that is of the truth heareth my voice.&quot; [[John, Chapter 18|John 18:37]].<br /> #the writing has a &quot;striking purity of language and elegance of Greek style,&quot; and &quot;is a treasure-house of expressions characteristic of the individuality of the writer,&quot; using &quot;168 terms ... which appear in no other part of the New Testament, among them ten words found neither in Biblical or classical Greek.&quot;&lt;ref name=&quot;Encyclopedia&quot;&gt;[http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07181a.htm The Catholic Encyclopedia]&lt;/ref&gt; There is not a single grammatical flaw in the entire work, despite its complexity.<br /> #it is a playful enigma: a message to Hebrews written in perfect Greek, a miracle of an intellectual nature. Why isn't this message to Hebrews in the Hebrew language? It shows that [[Mystery:Does God Have a Sense of Humor?|God does have a sense of humor]], and a highly intellectual one, like the encounter on the [[road to Emmaus]].<br /> #the substance of this work is a firsthand account of Jesus becoming man, subsequently crying out to God to save Jesus from real death, which God then did by intervening; only Jesus could have described this;&lt;ref&gt;Jesus &quot;offered up prayers and heartfelt stirrings with loud cries and tears to Him having the power to save Him from death, and He was heard, for he feared God.&quot;&lt;/ref&gt; the work quotes Jesus' thought process, which only Jesus would know.<br /> #the Epistle was directed at the [[Hebrew]] population, which was Jesus's first priority in His ministry.<br /> #Jesus was surely capable of writing a great work, and there is no other known written work by Him.<br /> #It is fitting that Jesus would make one last attempt -- post-Resurrection -- to persuade the Hebrew people for whom His ministry was originally intended.<br /> #In light of the rejection and [[censorship]] of Jesus by some Hebrew leaders, this Epistle attained wider distribution without censorship by the powers-that-be by being anonymous; [[Samaritan]]s rejected all of the [[Old Testament]] other than the [[Pentateuch]], so to artfully avoid alienating Samaritans Jesus had to rename anonymous as he cited Old Testament prophets not recognized by Samaritans.<br /> #The Epistle to the Hebrews is unique in its attempt to explain the concept of [[faith]] -- something that Jesus emphasized in His ministry, and perhaps only He could explain as this Epistle does.<br /> #Jesus spent 40 days on Earth between the Resurrection and the Ascension, and it is implausible that He did not continue His ministry in an effective way. Writing an Epistle is the most plausible activity, given what had transpired.<br /> #{{bibleref|Hebrews|5|5}} quotes something that God said directly to Jesus, which no one else would know.<br /> #Unlike most other writings in the New Testament after the [[Gospels]], there is no reference to post-Ascension events.<br /> #ancient manuscripts refer in {{bibleref|Hebrews|13|21}} to God working among &quot;you&quot;, not &quot;us&quot;, which is what Jesus (rather than a disciple) would say. There are additional references to &quot;you&quot; when &quot;we&quot; would be expected if the author were another disciple, rather than Jesus. ''See, e.g.'', {{bibleref|Hebrews|3|15|ESV}} (“Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts as in the rebellion.”); {{bibleref|Hebrews|9|14|KJV}} (&quot;How much more shall the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without spot to God, purge your conscience from dead works to serve the living God&quot;).<br /> #&quot;Amen&quot; was typically added later at the end of New Testament letters (and the Book of Revelation), which means that the ending ''following'' Hebrews 13:21 is almost certainly not part of the original. Someone probably thought this letter was by Paul (since disproven) and copied the endings from his letters (''see, e.g.'', [[Titus]]), but made a mistake because Paul always said &quot;Timothy our brother&quot; while the added ending to Hebrews says &quot;brother of ours Timothy.&quot;<br /> #the father-son analogy to explain the nature of God (Hebrews 7:4) was a personal favorite of Jesus in explaining life.<br /> #in Hebrews 12:4, the distinction between the speaker and the audience with respect to shedding blood in resistance to sin would have likely been only by Jesus: &quot;You have not yet shed blood in resistance and striving against sin.&quot;<br /> #any writing by Jesus would intentionally and necessarily be anonymous, so that it would not eclipse the valuable other writings by disciples.<br /> #the [[Epistle to the Hebrews]] contains more warnings against [[apostasy]] than any other book in the [[Bible]], as one might expect [[Jesus]] to emphasize. See Hebrews 6:4-6, 10:26-31, 12:15-29.<br /> #the Epistle to the Hebrews is written in Jesus's style, as you can read in the Gospels: say the truth simply and straightforward, use comparisons, and put in some questions. If you pick any part in the Epistle to the Hebrews and compare and contrast it with Jesus's words in the Gospels, you will note this.<br /> #the Epistle to the Hebrews shows things no one had ever thought of before. It perfectly explains the Law and Prophets (which did Jesus in Luke 24), it shows Jesus's soul (which only Jesus could do), it re-explains important doctrines (which Jesus explained), it shows adoration and complete understanding of God (which only Jesus had) and it reveals going-ons unknown to anyone else (like Jesus's entering of the Temple). In other words, it is written from Jesus's point of view. <br /> #It uses the Greek term &quot;μυρίος&quot; in the sense of &quot;[[infinity|infinite]]&quot; to describe the number of [[angel]]s, which is sense different of the term different from its use in other biblical books.<br /> #{{bibleref|Hebrews|13|4}} quotes [[God]] directly, and while there is a similar phrase at {{bibleref|Deut|31|6}}, that is not a direct quote of God.<br /> #this Epistle uniquely uses, as only [[Jesus]] would know, the concept of &quot;universe&quot; in [[Biblical scientific foreknowledge]] about the [[Second Law of Thermodynamics]], see {{bibleref|Heb|1|11}} (the universe &quot;will all wear out like a garment&quot;), and [[quantum mechanics]], see {{bibleref|Heb|11|3}} (&quot;By faith we understand that the universe was created by the word of God, so that what is seen was not made out of things that are visible.&quot;).<br /> #this Epistle contains surprising praise of a sinner that was unique to Jesus's style as recounted in [[the Gospels]]: &quot;By faith the harlot Rahab perished not with them that believed not, when she had received the spies with peace.&quot; [[Hebrews, Chapter 11|Hebrews 11:31]].<br /> #this Epistle refers sympathetically to prisoners just as [[Jesus]] uniquely did, ''compare'' {{bibleref|Hebrews|13|3}} (&quot;Remember those who are in prison, as though in prison with them, and those who are mistreated, since you also are in the body.&quot;) ''with'' {{bibleref|Matt|25|36}} (&quot;I was in prison and you came to me.&quot;). ''See also'' {{bibleref|Heb|10|34}} (&quot;For you had compassion on those in prison ....&quot;).<br /> #this Epistle does not use the phrase &quot;as it is written&quot; as frequently used in the [[Gospels]] and by [[Paul]] in his letters, but instead quotes [[Jesus]] and God the Father directly.<br /> #this Epistle has the same style of unique wit about self-interested conduct that Jesus expressed in his [[parable]]s, such as telling everyone &quot;to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares,&quot; {{bibleref|Hebrews|13|2}}.<br /> <br /> == Corroboration ==<br /> A posting by &quot;Hermas&quot; in the Biblical History and Criticism Forum observes that:<br /> {{cquote|Almost every verse of James [the brother of Jesus] corresponds in some way with the Hebrews. [Another commentator observed strong parallels between John's letters and this Epistle also.]<br /> Then, after the Apostles, Clement, Justin Martyr and other Fathers focus on the Hebrews.&lt;ref&gt;https://earlywritings.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=8747 (Dec. 22, 2021).&lt;/ref&gt;}}<br /> <br /> An additional point is that the author makes no direct mention of [[Mary]], the mother of [[Jesus]], as was the humble custom of writers of that time (and of Jesus in his preaching) not to refer to their own mother; [[Mark]] likewise omitted any acknowledgement of his mother [[Salome]] (also, Mary was still alive and thus potentially at some risk if identified).<br /> == Fundamental Flaws in the [[Liberal Denial]] ==<br /> [[Liberal denial]] that [[Jesus]] was the author of the [[Epistle to the Hebrews]] includes these fundamental flaws:<br /> *the denials do not even consider the ''possibility'' of [[Jesus]] as the author, reflecting bias in the denials;<br /> *the denials make up, like [[fake news]], a non-existent straying of a community from [[Christianity]] decades later, which never happened; and<br /> *the denials are circular in falsely presuming a late [[Date of Hebrews]], and then use that assumption in order to reject Jesus as the author.<br /> <br /> == Rebutting Grok's Counterarguments ==<br /> <br /> The [[AI]] [[Grok]], which is managed by [[liberal]]s despite [[Elon Musk]]'s ownership, generates and ranks its top five counterarguments. Here are rebuttals to them:<br /> <br /> 1. The Epistle to the Hebrews was composed between 70-90 CE, decades after Jesus' death around 30 CE, making it chronologically impossible for him to have written it. (Strength: 100)<br /> <br /> '''Rebuttal:''' this counterargument is circular, and based on a false premise about when it was written. The evidence is overwhelming that the [[Epistle to the Hebrews]] was written soon after the [[Resurrection]], not decades later. ''See'' [[Date of Hebrews]].<br /> <br /> 2. &quot;The author describes receiving the gospel message second-hand from those who heard it from the Lord (Hebrews 2:3-4), indicating the writer was not Jesus himself, the original source. (Strength: 99)&quot;<br /> <br /> '''Rebuttal:''' Several translations omit the &quot;to us&quot; on which this argument relies, as the point of the Greek is that there are witnesses to the Lord's original teachings who have confirmed what He said. The author of the [[Epistle to the Hebrews]] is merely persuading here, rather than identifying himself as part of the audience rather than the [[Lord]].<br /> <br /> 3. &quot;The letter mentions &quot;our brother Timothy&quot; as recently released (Hebrews 13:23), referring to a Christian leader active well after Jesus' ascension. (Strength: 98)&quot;<br /> <br /> '''Rebuttal:''' This refers to a short passage appended later, after the final &quot;Amen&quot;, which is not part of the original and is not a credible basis for establishing who wrote the original.<br /> <br /> 4. &quot;The text is written in highly sophisticated Koine Greek, a language Jesus, as a first-century Galilean Jew, primarily spoke Aramaic in and likely had limited proficiency with for such advanced composition. (Strength: 97)&quot;<br /> <br /> '''Rebuttal:''' Grok's argument here is [[liberal claptrap]]. [[Jesus]], as the [[Son of God]], obviously had the ability to write in elegant, flawless [[Greek]].<br /> <br /> 5. &quot;The epistle extensively quotes the Septuagint (Greek translation of the Old Testament), whereas Jesus would have primarily used and referenced Hebrew or Aramaic scriptures. (Strength: 96)&quot;<br /> <br /> '''Rebuttal:''' False again by Grok. Jesus taught using the [[Greek]] [[Septuagint]], with which his audience was more familiar, rather than the [[Masoretic]] [[Old Testament]]. ''See, e.g.'', [[Mark, Chapter 7|Mark 7:6–7]] and [[Luke, Chapter 4|Luke 4:17–21]].<br /> <br /> == Counter Arguments that Christ Didn't Author Hebrews ==<br /> Although, technically, Christ (as the Second Person of the Trinity, and thus God Himself) is the co-author of ALL Scripture ({{bibleref|2Timothy|3|16}}), that has nothing to do with the physical authorship of the epistle.<br /> <br /> *{{bibleref|Hebrews|10|7}} quotes Jesus in the first person: &quot;Then I said, ‘Behold, I have come to do your will, O God, as it is written of me in the scroll of the book.’”<br /> <br /> This is misleading, as it is merely a quote of Christ speaking in the OT. It doesn't mean that He wrote Hebrews. [Rebuttal: But the quotes are not referenced as being from [[Scriptures]], but instead [[God]] is quoted directly. ''See, e.g.'', [[Hebrews, Chapter 1]].]<br /> <br /> *{{bibleref|Hebrews|4|15}} makes observations about Jesus that only Jesus himself could make and does so in the present perfect progressive tense to convey his ongoing presence at the time, such as &quot;in every respect [Jesus] has been tempted as we are, yet without sin.&quot; <br /> <br /> Notice that the author says, &quot;as WE are,&quot; distinguishing himself from Christ. [Rebuttal: several modern translations do not render this &quot;as we are, see: [https://www.biblegateway.com/verse/en/Hebrews%204%3A15 Biblegateway comparison of translations for verse 4:15].]<br /> <br /> *By describing Hebrew culture in perfect Greek, this has Jesus' trademark intellectual style of overcoming ostensibly insurmountable barriers, analogous to His walking on water and turning water into wine.<br /> <br /> This is a paper-thin argument. Paul was capable of doing the same thing, especially inspired by the [[Holy Spirit]]. [Rebuttal: Paul wrote in [[Koine Greek]], not in this extremely elegant form of Greek that is at the very highest level.]<br /> <br /> *The tone of authority in Hebrews is no greater than any of the other epistles. For example:<br /> <br /> Romans 14:12 So then each one of us will give an account of himself to God.<br /> <br /> *//This Epistle was written before any physical persecution of the disciples: &quot;In your struggle against sin you have not yet resisted to the point of shedding your blood.&quot; (12:44)//<br /> <br /> This just means that the AUDIENCE had not yet been persecuted in that manner, not ALL Christians. The author makes this SAME point contradicting himself later when he argues that the speaker is distinguishing himself from the audience with respect to shedding blood (see rebuttal later). <br /> <br /> It is more likely that Hebrews was written in the early sixties, just before the tribulation began. [Rebuttal: the persecution and [[martyrdom]] began in A.D. 34, with the stoning of [[Stephen]].]<br /> <br /> Hebrews is FILLED with timing statements that allude to the very nearness of the coming judgment upon the Jews and Jerusalem and the end of the age, which began in AD 66/67. [Rebuttal: there was some unrest and suppression in AD 66/67, culminating in the destruction of the [[Second Temple]] in AD 70, but Jesus's disciples had dispersed or been [[martyr]]ed long before then. These references to, for example, an age about to come are not about governance in [[Judea]].]<br /> <br /> Hebrews 1:14 Are they not all ministering spirits, sent out to render service for the sake of those who are ABOUT to inherit salvation?<br /> <br /> Hebrews 2:5 He did not subject to angels the age ABOUT to come.<br /> <br /> Hebrews 6:5 ...and have tasted ...the powers of the age ABOUT to come.<br /> <br /> Hebrews 8:13 In the calling [it] new He has declared the what is now former,' is becoming obsolete, even growing old near disappearing.<br /> <br /> Hebrews 9:8-10 The Holy Spirit was making clear, that the way of the [heavenly] Holy Places was not yet revealed, while the first tent was standing, which [is] a symbol for the present time, in which both the gifts and sacrifices are offered [are] not able to perfect the conscience of the worshiper… flesh until a time of correction (compare Gal. 4:19; Eph. 2:21-22; 3:17; 4:13).<br /> <br /> Hebrews 9:11 But Christ has come as a high priest of the good things ABOUT to come...<br /> <br /> Hebrews 9:26 …NOW but once at the end of the ages for the removal of sin, by the sacrifice of Himself, He has appeared.<br /> <br /> Hebrews 10:1 …the Law, a shadow of the good things ABOUT to come...<br /> <br /> Hebrews 10:25 ...encouraging [each other], even much more as you see the Day DRAWING NEAR.<br /> <br /> Hebrews 10:27-28 ...a certain expectation of judgment and a fury of a fire which is ABOUT to consume the adversaries, anyone who rejected the Law of Moses…<br /> <br /> Hebrews 10:36-37 In order that… you may receive the thing promised, for yet in a VERY, VERY LITTLE WHILE, the one who is coming will come, and not delay.<br /> <br /> Hebrews 13:12-14 Because here we do not have a permanent city but we are seeking the one coming (see Rev. 18:4)<br /> <br /> *MOST of the Epistles quote or refer to what Jesus said in the Gospels. That doesn't mean He authored them.<br /> <br /> *The scholarship and grammar of the Epistle does not prove that the author is Christ.<br /> <br /> *//Why isn't this message to Hebrews in the Hebrew language? It shows that God does have a sense of humor...//<br /> <br /> This is speculative at best. We don't know that it wasn't FIRST written in Hebrew. There is a great deal of historical evidence that the Gospels, other than Luke, were first written in Hebrew or Aramaic. [NB: the evidence is overwhelming that all the Gospels were originally written in Greek.] However, many of the Jews in the first century were of &quot;the dispersal&quot; and did not even speak Hebrew as their primary language, but the common language of the day--koine Greek.<br /> <br /> *//The substance of this work is a firsthand account of Jesus becoming man, subsequently crying out to God to save Jesus from real death, which God then did by intervening; only Jesus could have described this;[6] the work quotes Jesus' thought process, which only Jesus would know.//<br /> <br /> Again, the Gospel authors did the exact same thing. For example, they wrote what Christ was THINKING, when it says that He KNEW what was in man's hearts, or He KNEW their thoughts. <br /> <br /> *//The Epistle was directed at the Hebrew population, which was Jesus's first priority in His ministry.//<br /> <br /> As was Peter's primary mission. Furthermore, Paul always went to the Jews FIRST, in every city he came to. He expressed his burden for his fellow Jews in Romans (Romans 9:3; 10:1). In addition, Peter wrote to the Jews twice (1Pet. 1:1; 2Pet. 3:1) and said that Paul had written to them before (2Pet. 3:15).<br /> <br /> *//It is fitting that Jesus would make one last attempt -- post-Resurrection -- to persuade the Hebrew people for whom His ministry was originally intended.//<br /> <br /> //Jesus spent 40 days on Earth between the Resurrection and the Ascension, and it is implausible that He did not continue His ministry in an effective way. Writing (or distributing) an Epistle is most plausible activity, given what had transpired.//<br /> <br /> True, but this is again speculative. Furthermore, why is it that the early church fathers were virtually unanimous that this letter was written by Paul, and NONE of them said or suggested that it was Christ.<br /> <br /> *//The Epistle to the Hebrews is unique in its attempt to explain the concept of faith -- something that Jesus emphasized in His ministry, and perhaps only He could explain as this Epistle does.//<br /> <br /> Again, as does Paul in Romans.<br /> <br /> *//Many have attributed the Epistle of James to a brother of Jesus, and if His brother wrote a letter, then why wouldn't Jesus?//<br /> <br /> Yet ANOTHER paper-thin argument.<br /> <br /> *//Hebrews 5:5 quotes something that God said directly to Jesus, which no one else would know.//<br /> <br /> First, MANY of the Scriptural authors quote things that they couldn't have known. They were revealed to them by the Spirit.<br /> <br /> Second, this is a direct quote of Psalm 2:7.<br /> <br /> *//The sermon/writing was likely intended for an audience in Jerusalem, which is where Jesus was most focused.//<br /> <br /> The recipients of the letter were predominantly Jewish, with few Gentiles in their group, which fits with the church of ROME. The majority of the Jewish recipients were facing persecution, or pressure from unconverted Jews to remain Jewish, and many were turning away from Christ. Paul dealt with this in Romans and Galatians.<br /> <br /> Hebrews appears to have been written in Italy, likely Rome, where Paul was imprisoned for a time; or rather the author was with Italians and writing it to Jews who were in Rome (13:24). Clement was in Rome and he quoted Hebrews very early, so the latter as the more accurate conclusion. <br /> *//The verse on which this relies (13:24) was surely added later, as done to the [[Gospel of Mark]] and [[Gospel of John]]. Scribes could easily add something at the end of a manuscript.//<br /> <br /> There is also a possible reference to a previous, brief letter from the author to the recipients (13:22), unless that is a reference to the present letter. If this is the case, then it fits with Paul’s previous letter to the Romans. However, if this was the letter in which Peter was referring to his recipients (2Pet. 3:15), then this letter was not to the Romans, as Peter’s letters were to the dispersed Jews. If Paul wrote this from Rome, after release from his first imprisonment, then this is also fitting.<br /> <br /> *//Unlike most other writings in the New Testament after the Gospels, there is no reference to post-Ascension events.//<br /> <br /> There are hardly ANY references to post-ascension events in ANY of the Epistles. <br /> <br /> *//Ancient manuscripts refer in Hebrews 13:21 to God working among &quot;you&quot;, not &quot;us&quot;, which is what Jesus (rather than a disciple) would say.//<br /> <br /> OR someone was not AMONG the recipients would say. The NT epistles are full of second person references like this...<br /> <br /> *//&quot;Amen&quot; was typically added later at the end of New Testament letters (and the Book of Revelation), which means that the ending following Hebrews 13:21 is almost certainly not part of the original. Someone probably thought this letter was by Paul (since disproven) and copied the endings from his letters (see, e.g., Titus).//<br /> <br /> Several of Paul's letters have the amen well BEFORE the end (Ephesians 3:21; Philippians 4:20; 1Timothy 6:16; 2Timothy 4:18), and Peter's first epistle did too (1Peter 5:11).<br /> <br /> And some of the letters don't even CONTAIN an &quot;amen&quot; (2Corinthians; Colossians; 1Thessalonians; 2Thessalonians; Titus; Philemon; and James).<br /> <br /> *//The father-son analogy to explain the nature of God (Hebrews 7:4) was a personal favorite of Jesus in explaining life.//<br /> <br /> This verse speaks nothing of a father-son analogy. The ONLY father-son analogy is in Hebrew 12:5-8, about the father disciplining a son. This was a reference to Proverbs 3:11-12. Christ NEVER used this analogy.<br /> <br /> Hebrews 7:3 speaks of Melchizedek being without a father and mother listed in Scripture as a type of Christ, but Jesus never spoke of this.<br /> <br /> *//In Hebrews 12:4, the distinction between the speaker and the audience with respect to shedding blood in resistance to sin would have likely been only by Jesus: &quot;You have not yet shed blood in resistance and striving against sin.&quot;//<br /> <br /> Earlier, this verse was used to say that NO ONE had been persecuted yet. So which is it.<br /> <br /> And again, this could have been nearly ANY of the Apostles. Paul especially had been through NUMEROUS physical trials where his blood was shed (2Corinthians 11:23-25). <br /> <br /> *//Any writing by Jesus would intentionally be anonymous, so that it does not eclipse the other valuable writings by disciples.//<br /> <br /> Another speculation. And, as said previously, ALL Scripture is co-authored by Christ.<br /> <br /> *//The Epistle to the Hebrews contains more warnings against apostasy than any other book in the Bible, as one might expect Jesus to emphasize. See Hebrews 6:4-6, 10:26-31, 12:15-29.//<br /> <br /> This is one final speculation. The warning about Jews returning to their tradition is fitting for the audience, regardless of the author.<br /> <br /> *The only interesting coincidental argument is that Hebrews is the same length as the walk to Emmaus. However, this doesn't prove that Christ was the author. It could just as easily have been one of those whom HEARD Christ on that walk, or even someone whom they shared it with. Given the brilliance of the entire discussion, is it any wonder that the two who heard Christ that day shared this with numerous people?<br /> <br /> == Other Objections -- and Rebuttals to the Objections ==<br /> <br /> But of course there are many reasons which shed doubt on such an idea:<br /> <br /> *Jesus didn't leave any writings while he walked the earth. Therefore a note from the grave would have been doubly surprising for his pupils.<br /> <br /> :But this rebuttal is circular, assuming what it attempts to prove.<br /> ::No, it just stresses the point how surprising this idea of Jesus's authorship is.<br /> <br /> :::No, it would be more surprising if Jesus, as intelligent as He was, never ever ever wrote anything.<br /> ::::Pythagoras ''never ever ever'' wrote anything.<br /> <br /> :::::But scripts were plentiful in Jesus's time, and the importance of writing was widely recognized. The Old Testament relied on it.<br /> <br /> *Traditionally we expect God's word to be carved in stone, not scribbled on parchment...<br /> <br /> :But humor is no substitute for logical argument ...<br /> ::Humor comes into place when there isn't any logical argument in the first place: your ''reasons'' are at best circumstantial, and the question &quot;what did Jesus do during the forty days&quot; is amusing - perhaps he had 39 days of a writer's block, and then started scribbling?<br /> <br /> *In light of the rejection of Jesus by some Hebrew leaders, it makes sense that Jesus would write a post-Resurrection letter to the Hebrew people '''''not''''' anonymously, as this would persuade them more easily.<br /> <br /> :No, it's clear that people who rejected Jesus when He was alive would not be persuaded by something attributed to him after the [[Passion of Christ]].<br /> ::So, why writing then at all?<br /> <br /> :::Because Jesus would not have simply given up.<br /> <br /> *The idea of the authorship Jesu doesn't fit the first verses of the letter, where the author takes the position of one to whom God spoke in his Son:<br /> {{cquote|But in these the Last Days He has spoken to us through His Son, whom He determined to be the inheritor of everthing, the Son, by whom He made the worlds, [[Epistle_to_the_Hebrews_(Translated)#Chapter 1|Hebrews 1:2]]}}<br /> <br /> *The idea that this letter was written before the [[Ascension]] is ridiculous and stems from ignorance: the last verses include greetings from &quot;those in Italy&quot;... <br /> <br /> ::The last verses could have been added later. By Martians. I mean, if youe're going to make wild suppositions and treat them as serious claims, why hedge your bets?<br /> <br /> :::See the explanation above. The final verses that mention Italy were added after the final &quot;Amen&quot;, which itself was an addition to several letters and the [[Book of Revelation]], signifying &quot;The End.&quot;--[[User:Aschlafly|Andy Schlafly]] 12:24, 5 November 2012 (EST)<br /> <br /> ::::Even if we suppose that the words &quot;those in Italy&quot; were part of the original, who's to say they weren't authored by Jesus? Jesus is The Word made in flesh, there's nothing to prevent him from going to Italy and than quickly coming back to the Galilee during the 40 days before his Ascension. Sending an epistle from Italy would have also symbolized the universal message of Christianity - an epistle to the Hebrew is sent in Greek from Italy, the center of Latin culture. - [[User:Markman|Markman]] 14:55, 18 August 2013 (EDT) <br /> <br /> * There is zero archeological or documentary evidence to support such a claim.<br /> <br /> :No such evidence would be expected for a one-time sermon or epistle.<br /> <br /> == Rebuttals in detail ==<br /> *&quot;''the teaching is virtually identical in style and substance to the one made by Jesus on the road to Emmaus as described in the [[Gospel of Luke (Translated)]], which He likewise did while appearing to be someone else, and while speaking about Himself in the third person.''&quot;<br /> :'''Contra:''' This statement is not only counterfactual - it doesn't fit into Aschlafly's line of reasoning, neither: Aschlafly himself states the epistle is very much different in style from the other parts of the New Testament. As for the substance of the teachings: &quot;''The central thought of the entire Epistle is the doctrine of the Person of Christ and His Divine mediatorial office.''&quot; (from the [http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07181a.htm source] used by Aschlafly). Needless to say that e.g., the Jesus's status as a high-priest isn't mentioned on the road to Emmaus.<br /> ::'''Pro:''' Why wouldn't Jesus mention his status as a high priest, when addressing a Hebrew audience???<br /> :::'''Contra:''' You are missing the point: you claim that the '''&quot;teaching is virtually identical in [...] substance to the one made by Jesus on the road to Emmaus'''&quot; - but you are not able to show that!<br /> ::::'''Pro:''' It was the same sort of explanation -- the same style -- as the Epistle to the Hebrews, as inferred from the account of the discussion on the road to Emmaus in the [[Gospel of Luke]].<br /> :::::'''Contra:''' You write ''Hebrews 5:5 quotes something that God said directly to Jesus, which no one else would know. ''. But if Hebrews is ''virtually identical'' in substance to the teaching on the road to Emmaus, the author of the epistle could have taken those ''somethings'' from reports of the encounter. <br /> *''the writing has a &quot;striking purity of language and elegance of Greek style,&quot; and &quot;is a treasure-house of expressions characteristic of the individuality of the writer,&quot; using &quot;168 terms ... which appear in no other part of the New Testament, among them ten words found neither in Biblical or classical Greek.&quot;&lt;ref name=&quot;Encyclopedia&quot;&gt;[http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07181a.htm The Catholic Encyclopedia]&lt;/ref&gt; There is not a :'''Contra:''' God isn't the only one with decent grammar! This shows only that great intellects were attracted by Christianity even in the early years (as later was [[Augustine|Augustinus]]). BTW: As the German language, Greek allows for an easy creation of new words. See e.g., ἀνασταυρόω : this word is uniquely used in the epistle and means &quot;to crucify again&quot; - its just a merge of ἀνα and σταυρόω. A German could speak of a &quot;Zweitkreuzigung&quot; in a similar manner.<br /> ::'''Pro:''' Not the very early years, when this Epistle was written. Jesus's work was not yet made available and known to intellectuals at this early time.<br /> :::'''Contra:''' An extraordinary statement! Do you think that not one gifted, well educated man heard (and was touched) by the teachings of Jesus in the early years? <br /> <br /> *''it is a playful enigma: a message to Hebrews written in perfect Greek, a miracle of an intellectual nature. Why isn't this message to Hebrews in the Hebrew language? It shows that [[Mystery:Does God Have a Sense of Humor?|God does have a sense of humor]], and a highly intellectual one, like the encounter on the road to Emmaus.''<br /> :'''Contra:''' The author could choose between Greek, Aramaic and Hebrew. Why shouldn't he write in Greek? Obviously he mastered the language very well (perhaps better than Aramaic and Hebrew), and Greek was spoken throughout the whole Roman empire.<br /> ::'''Pro:''' The reason why it surprising to be in Greek is because the audience primarily spoke Hebrew.<br /> :::'''Contra:''' Did his audience &quot;primarily spoke Hebrew&quot;? Are you sure? Did the author address the priests - or perhaps traders, scholars, even carpenters, etc.? [[World_History_Lecture_Two#Did_Jesus_Preach_in_Greek.3F|To quote you]]: ''&quot;For teaching purposes, the powerful Greek language would have been useful. Greek was in common use by Jewish people in Palestine, thanks in part to the conquest by Alexander the Great. Greek was even widely used in Jewish ossuaries to bury the dead. Commerce took place often in Greek, and Jesus had been in business as a carpenter. He surely knew the language. Several of the key terms, such as Jesus' criticism of the Pharisees as &quot;hypocrites&quot;, is derived directly from Greek without any comparable term in Aramaic or Hebrew.''&quot;<br /> <br /> ::::'''Pro:''' The Epistle is obviously directed to those well-versed in the Hebrew scriptures, which means Hebrew was their first language. Why would anyone other than Jesus quote Hebrew scriptures for a Hebrew audience in perfect Greek???--[[User:Aschlafly|Andy Schlafly]] 21:58, 10 December 2012 (EST)<br /> :::::'''Contra:''' As you said: ''For teaching purposes, the powerful Greek language would have been useful.''<br /> <br /> *''...speaking about Himself in the third person'''<br /> :'''Contra:''' The use of the third person for the author can be found often in classical literature. E.g., when we read<br /> ::{{cquote|Caesar saw the horse.}}<br /> :it could well be that Caesar was the author of this sentence. But what's about<br /> ::{{cquote|Caesar saw me.}}<br /> :Here it is obvious that Caesar is not the author, as we have an instance of the first person (''me''). The same holds true for the ''Epistle to the Hebrews''. One example is Hebrews 3:6<br /> <br /> :Χριστὸς δὲ ὡς υἱὸς ἐπὶ τὸν οἶκον αὐτοῦ· οὗ οἶκός ἐσμεν ἡμεῖς ἐάνπερ τὴν παρρησίαν καὶ τὸ καύχημα τῆς ἐλπίδος μέχρι τέλους βεβαίαν κατάσχωμεν<br /> <br /> :Reading this, one sees that Christ is set over the house, while ''we'' (including the author!) are the house. A diligent study of the epistle reveals a couple of such examples.<br /> <br /> *''...the work quotes Jesus' thought process, which only Jesus would know.''<br /> :'''Contra:''' If this logic were to hold true, it would mean that God was the author of Genesis. Along with every other event that is described in the Bible that no mortal man could have been witness to.<br /> <br /> == Historical considerations: Critical analysis ==<br /> <br /> ''See [[Historical-critical method (Higher criticism)]]<br /> <br /> '''The &lt;small&gt;LETTER TO THE HEBREWS&lt;/small&gt;'''. The Book of Hebrews is a perfect supporting conclusion to the list of texts of OLD TESTAMENT Bible proofs that the long-expected Christ is Jesus. <br /> :This outstanding exposition of scripture, ''which also stands as one of the finest pieces of world literature'', is best read within the context of the interpretation of everything written about Jesus in the law of Moses and the prophets and the psalms, as presented in Luke 24:44-48, and as [[Christian apologetics|apologetical literature]] written during the time setting between Acts 18 and 19, and as an encouragement to remain faithful in the context of the discouraging persecution being inflicted on the believers by the Jews [http://biblehub.com/commentaries/john/15-20.htm John 15:20].<br /> ::[[Andy Schlafly]] is persuaded that Jesus himself wrote this work during the 40 days he appeared to the apostles he had chosen, while he was with them and spoke of the kingdom of God, and that he left it with them—just as Isaiah, Jeremiah and Daniel also entrusted their writings to their disciples, copies to be kept in earthen jars. See Isaiah 8:16; Jeremiah 36 and 51:59-60; Daniel 12:4, 9. This is fully in accord with the practical and material secondary meaning of 2&amp;nbsp;Corinthians 4:5-7, &quot;''We have this treasure in earthen vessels''&quot;. See [[Dead Sea Scrolls]]. &lt;br&gt; Hebrews is written to the whole church as an encouragement to every follower of Christ to remain faithful during the persecutions they were already facing from the Jews and in the coming persecutions from the pagan nations which were certain to occur in centuries to come (Matthew 5:11-12; John 15:18-20). The same message of encouragement to persevere and remain faithful in the face of terrible persecution of Christianity is presented in the [[Revelation, Book of (historical exegesis)|Book of Revelation]].&lt;br&gt;The claim that Hebrews is from Jesus himself who is ''the perfection of God'' (Hebrews 1:3; 6:26; Colossians 1:19), is a highly controversial claim never advanced before the 21st century, based on the critically attested grammatically '''''perfect''''' Greek of the text. This claim was met with universal rejection by biblical scholars and theologians the moment it was publicly proposed. No mention of Jesus composing or dictating any writing is found in any early Christian writings or commentaries on scripture from the second century onward, other than the apocryphal ''[http://gods-kingdom-ministries.net/teachings/articles-and-poetry/jesus-letter-to-abgar-the-toparch/ Letters of Christ and Abgarus]''. <br /> <br /> :Everything in the Book of Hebrews and the Gospels that could only have been known to Jesus he disclosed to his disciples during the forty days after his resurrection when he appeared to them, and spoke of the kingdom of God. They in turn shared this knowledge with their disciples in word and in writing. Matthew 10:27; Mark 4:22; Luke 12:2-3; John 16:12.<br /> <br /> :Among the various authors of ''Hebrews'' historically proposed since the second century are '''Paul, Priscilla, Barnabas, Apollos, Timothy, Epaphras, Silas, Philip, Clement of Rome''' ([http://biblehub.com/commentaries/philippians/4-3.htm Philippians 4:3]), and others. &lt;br&gt;See [http://biblehub.com/commentaries/hebrews/1-1.htm ''multiple commentaries on'' Hebrews (biblehub.com)].&lt;br&gt; Each can be eliminated (for example, the author refers to himself with a male pronoun in Greek, which eliminates Priscilla as the author). See also the following five articles:<br /> :*[http://www.ligonier.org/learn/devotionals/writer-hebrews/ '''The Writer of Hebrews''' by R. C. Sproul. Reformed Bible Studies (ligonier.org)]<br /> :*[http://biblehub.com/library/pullan/the_books_of_the_new_testament/chapter_xviii_the_epistle_to.htm '''The Epistle to the Hebrews''' The Books of the Bible - Leighton Pullam (biblehub.com)]<br /> :*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Authorship_of_the_Epistle_to_the_Hebrews '''Authorship of the Epistle to the Hebrews''' (en.wikipedia.org)]<br /> :*[http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07181a.htm Catholic Encyclopedia '''Epistle to the Hebrews''' (newadvent.org)] ''scroll down to'' '''Author'''.<br /> :*[http://biblescripture.net/Hebrews.html '''The Letter to the Hebrews''' (biblescripture.net)] ''also includes entire Douay-Rheims text of Hebrews''.<br /> <br /> &quot;'''but in these days he has spoken to us by a Son'''&quot; Hebrews 1:2. Third person reference to Jesus.<br /> :This verse poses a difficulty for those who claim that this epistle was written by Jesus Christ Himself: He (God) has spoken to us (men, including the writer) through His Son (Jesus Christ) - which implies that His Son and the writer are different entities. &lt;br&gt;But upon closer investigation one realizes that many early Apostles, in imitation of Jesus, spoke about themselves in this modest style of using the third person, as when John referenced himself as the &quot;One of his disciples, whom Jesus loved&quot; (John 13:23, ESV) and Mark referenced himself as &quot;but he left the linen cloth and ran away naked.&quot; (Mark 14:52, ESV) Jesus himself, of course, frequently referred to himself in the third person as in the phrase Son of Man. <br /> :On the other hand, there is no other example where Jesus or an Apostle spoke about himself using both the first and the third person in the same sentence!<br /> <br /> :The strongest internal textual evidence against Jesus being the author of the ''Letter to the Hebrews'' during the forty days he appeared to the disciples and spoke of the kingdom of God is in Hebrews 1:3, which says (past tense), &quot;''When he had made purification for sins, '''he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high'''...''&quot;. (RSV) Conservative Bible scholars carefully consider the following facts in assessing the claim that Jesus is the author of ''Hebrews''. On the day Jesus ascended into heaven and the disciples stood gazing into heaven as he went, &quot;''two men stood by them in white robes, and said, 'This Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.' ''&quot; (Acts 1:11 RSV). Peter later testified to the Jews that Jesus is &quot;''...the Christ appointed for you, '''whom heaven must receive until the time for establishing all that God spoke''' by the mouth of his holy prophets...''&quot;. (Acts 3:20-21 RSV). There is no evidence in scripture that Jesus after having ascended into heaven &quot;''and sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high''&quot; descended to earth in a second coming to write this document. The writer explicitly refers to the fact that Jesus &quot;''sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high''&quot; as being an already accomplished fact '''before''' ''Hebrews'' was written. Compare Acts 1:11 (already cited) and the following supportive texts:<br /> :*&quot;''But he, full of the Holy Spirit, gazed into heaven and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing at the right hand of God''&quot;. Acts 7:55.<br /> :*&quot;''...their Master and yours is in heaven...''&quot; Ephesians 6:9.<br /> :*&quot;''...our commonwealth is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ...''&quot; Philippians 3:20.<br /> :*&quot;''When Christ who is our life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory.''&quot; Colossians 3:4.<br /> :*&quot;''Masters, treat your slaves justly and fairly, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven.''&quot; Colossians 4:1.<br /> :*&quot;''...wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead, Jesus who delivers us from the wrath to come.''&quot; 1 Thessalonians 1:10.<br /> :*&quot;''For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the archangel's call, and with the sound of the trumpet of God.''&quot; 1&amp;nbsp;Thessalonians 4:16.<br /> :*&quot;''...when the Lord Jesus is revealed from heaven with his mighty angels in flaming fire''&quot; 2&amp;nbsp;Thessalonians 1:7.<br /> :*&quot;''But when Christ appeared as a high priest...he entered once for all into the Holy Place...thus securing an eternal redemption.'''&quot; Hebrews 9:11a, 12.<br /> :*&quot;''For Christ has entered, not into a sanctuary made with hands, a copy of the true one, but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God on our behalf...so Christ, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time, not to deal with sin, but to save those who are eagerly waiting for him.''&quot; Hebrews 9:24 and 28.<br /> :*&quot;''But when Christ had offered for all time a single sacrifice for sins, he sat down at the right hand of God, '''then to wait''' until his enemies should be made a footstool for his feet.''&quot; Hebrews 10:12-13.<br /> :*&quot;''For he must reign until he has put all his enemies under his feet. The last enemy to be destroyed is death.''&quot; 1 Corinthians 15:25-26.<br /> :*&quot;''...Jesus Christ, who has gone into heaven and is at the right hand of God, with angels, authorities, and powers subject to him.''&quot; 1 Peter 3:21b-22.<br /> :*&quot;''...whom '''heaven must receive until the time for establishing all that God spoke''' by the mouth of his holy prophets from of old''&quot; Acts 3:21.<br /> :*&quot;''he commands all men everywhere to repent, because '''he has fixed a day on which he will judge the world in righteousness by a man whom he has appointed''', and of this he has given assurance to all men by raising him from the dead.''&quot; Acts 17:31.<br /> <br /> :In answer to the objection that the ascension of Christ into heaven is presented in ''Hebrews'' as a past event, supporters of the claim that Jesus is author of Hebrews can point to the Bible pattern of prophetic writing which includes the Semitic manner of referring to a divinely guaranteed future fulfillment as having already been accomplished, because it is an absolute certainty. The divine guarantee of the future is written in the past tense. Thus, Jesus as author of Hebrews is argued as having written in the past tense of his own future ascension to the glorious throne of God the Father as an already accomplished reality. See the following article:<br /> :*[http://www.plainerwords.com/artman2/publish/2007/Prophecy_Past_Or_Present_Tense.shtml '''Prophecy: Past or Present Tense?''' (plainerwords.com)]<br /> <br /> :Against the authorship of Jesus there are also those passages all through the Letter to the Hebrews, emphasized in boldface here, that Jesus cannot be saying of himself, even in referring to himself in the second and third person. The words &quot;we, us, our&quot; include the speaker and would need to be changed to &quot;you&quot; and &quot;your&quot;:<br /> :*&quot;''spoken to '''us''' by his Son''&quot; Hebrews 1:2 &lt;br&gt; (spoken to you by his Son)<br /> :*&quot;''purified '''us''' of '''our sins'''''&quot; Hebrews 1:3 &lt;br&gt; (purified you of your sins)<br /> :*&quot;'''''we''' ought to pay greater attention to the things that were heard, lest perhaps '''we''' drift away''&quot; Hebrews 2:1 &lt;br&gt; (you ought to pay greater attention to the things that were heard, lest perhaps you drift away)<br /> :*&quot;''how will '''we''' escape if '''we''' neglect so great a salvation...confirmed to '''us''' by those who heard''&quot; Hebrews 2:3 &lt;br&gt; (how will you escape if you neglect so great a salvation...confirmed to you by those who heard0<br /> :*&quot;''whose house '''we''' are, if '''we''' hold fast''&quot; Hebrews 3:6 &lt;br&gt; (whose house you are if you hold fast)<br /> :*&quot;''Let '''us''' therefore draw near with boldness to the throne of grace, that '''we''' may receive mercy''&quot; Hebrews 4:16 &lt;br&gt; (Let us together therefore draw near with boldness to the throne of grace, that you may receive mercy)<br /> :*&quot;''where as a forerunner Jesus entered for '''us'''''&quot; Hebrews 6:20 &lt;br&gt; (where as a forerunner Jesus entered for you)<br /> :*&quot;''For Christ has not entered into holy places made with hands, which are representations of the true, but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for '''us'''''&quot; Hebrews 9:24 &lt;br&gt; (...now to appear in the presence of God for you)<br /> :*&quot;''Having therefore, brothers, boldness to enter into the holy place by the blood of Jesus, by the way which he dedicated for '''us'''...let '''us''' draw near with a true heart in fullness of faith, having '''our''' hearts sprinkled from an '''evil conscience'''''&quot; Hebrews 10:19-22 &lt;br&gt; (Having therefore, brothers, boldness to enter into the holy place by the blood of Jesus, by the way which he dedicated for you...let us together draw near with a true heart in fullness of faith, having your hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience)<br /> :*&quot;''let '''us''' also, seeing '''we''' are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, lay aside every weight and '''the sin which so easily entangles us''', and let '''us''' run with patience the race that is set before '''us''', looking to Jesus''&quot; Hebrews 12:1-2a &lt;br&gt; (let us together also, seeing you are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily entangles you, and let us together run with patience the race that is set before you, looking to Jesus)<br /> :*&quot;''Through him, then, let '''us''' offer up a sacrifice of praise to God continually''&quot; Hebrews 13:15 &lt;br&gt; (Through him, then, offer up a sacrifice of praise to God continually)<br /> :*&quot;'''''Pray for us'''''&quot; Hebrews 13:18 &lt;br&gt; (Pray for the brothers)<br /> <br /> :Probably the best scriptural response to the above objection is found in the words of Jesus in the [[Lord's Prayer]] and his word to Saul on the road to Damascus:<br /> :*&quot;'''''Our''' Father...give '''us''' this day...forgive '''us''' our debts...lead '''us''' not into temptation, but deliver '''us''' from evil''&quot; Matthew 6:9-13, also Luke 11:3-4.<br /> :*&quot;''Saul, Saul, why do you persecute '''me'''''&quot; Acts 9:4.<br /> :In support of the argument that Jesus is the author of ''Hebrews'' by dictation to his chosen ''amanuensis'' (just as Tertius wrote Paul's letter to the Romans, 16:22), is the fact that Jesus after having ascended into heaven appeared to chosen individuals on earth, including John, who at Jesus' command '''wrote''' the ''Book of Revelation''. See the following texts:<br /> :*&quot;''...he fell to the ground and '''heard a voice saying''' to him, ...''&quot; Acts 9:4.<br /> :*&quot;''Now there was a disciple at Damascus named Ananias. '''The Lord said to him''' in a vision...''&quot; Acts 9:10-17.<br /> :*&quot;''...I have appeared to you for this purpose, to appoint you to serve and '''bear witness to the things in which you have seen me''' and to those in which I will appear to you...''&quot;. Acts 26:16.<br /> :*&quot;''Now '''write''' what you see, what is and what is to take place hereafter.''&quot; Revelation 1:19.<br /> :*&quot;''And he who sat on the throne said, 'Behold, I make all things new.' Also he said, ''''Write''' this...' ''&quot; Revelation 21:5. <br /> :A reasonable counter-argument to this response is the fact that every extant manuscript witness of the text of ''Hebrews'', unlike the witness of the text of ''Revelation'' and the accounts of Jesus' appearances in ''Acts'', lacks witness to any appearance of the Lord Jesus for the purpose of commanding the writing of this sacred text. &lt;br&gt;This leaves the Holy Spirit as the author of ''Hebrews'', testifying to Jesus, and revealing things no man could have known, in accordance with the promises Jesus made on the night he was betrayed:<br /> :*''when the Counselor comes, whom I shall send to you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, who proceeds from the Father, '''he will bear witness to me'''''&quot; John 15:26.<br /> :*''I have yet many things to say to you, but you cannot bear them now. When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth; for he will not speak on his own authority, but whatever he hears he will speak, and he will declare to you the things that are to come. '''He will glorify me''', for he will take what is mine and declare it to you.''&quot; John 16:12-14.<br /> <br /> == Institutional reluctance ==<br /> The [[Reformation]] created institutional biases on both sides. [[Martin Luther]] questioned the authenticity of the [[Epistle to the Hebrews]] because he was uncomfortable with some of its contents, and this may deter [[Protestant]]s from recognizing [[Jesus]] as its author. The [[Roman Catholic Church]] does not want people shifting to reliance on the [[Bible]] alone (rather than the Church), so it may not welcome recognition of [[Jesus]] as the author of one of its books. The hierarchy of both Protestants and Catholics may see a risk in dramatically recognizing Jesus as an author. A young pastor or professor, Protestant or Catholic, would be risking his career by suggesting that Jesus wrote the [[Epistle to the Hebrews]].<br /> <br /> Moreover, neither the Protestant nor Catholic hierarchy has been willing to admit that anything in the [[New Testament]] was added later, and was not in the original. Admitting Jesus authored the Epistle to the Hebrews would require also admitting that the reference to Timothy at the end ({{bibleref|Hebrews|13|23}}), after the final Amen, is probably not authentic.<br /> <br /> But this institutional reluctance is misplaced, as a rising tide of [[faith]] lifts all boats, Protestant and Catholic.<br /> <br /> Atheists and university professors resist the notion that Jesus could have written the finest Greek work found anywhere, as Jesus lacked a formal education. Atheists in particular oppose the acceptance of an intellectual Jesus who was smarter than they are. Part of the atheists' approach is to dumb down the perception of Jesus as much as possible, and accepting that Jesus wrote the magnificent Greek in the Epistle to the Hebrews disproves the atheists' argument.<br /> <br /> == See also ==<br /> *[[Mystery:Was Epistle to the Hebrews the Foundation of NT]]?<br /> *For a scholarly discussion of the authorship of this epistle see [[Epistle to the Hebrews]].<br /> *Another scholarly analysis is at [https://icksp.org.uk/newbrighton/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/06/2023-05-20-The-epistle-to-the-Hebrew-conclusion.pdf &quot;The epistle to the Hebrews: General conclusion,&quot; New Brighton, Saturday 20th May 2023]<br /> *[[Logos]]<br /> *[[Bible]]<br /> *[[Date of Hebrews]]<br /> <br /> == References ==<br /> <br /> &lt;references/&gt;<br /> <br /> [[Category:Bible]]<br /> [[Category:Conservative Bible|*]]<br /> [[Category:Hebrews]]<br /> [[Category:Mystery]]<br /> {{DEFAULTSORT:Did Jesus Write the Epistle to the Hebrews?}}</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Epistle_to_the_Hebrews&diff=2196160 Epistle to the Hebrews 2026-06-03T23:09:45Z <p>Aschlafly: punctuation</p> <hr /> <div>''See also [[Mystery:Did Jesus Write the Epistle to the Hebrews?]]''<br /> <br /> [[Image:KJV 1611 Hebrews.jpg|right|thumb|250px|The 1611 edition of the [[King James Bible]] showing the opening of the Epistle to the Hebrews, with a mistaken attribution to Paul as the author.]]<br /> The '''Epistle to the Hebrews''' is a book in the [[New Testament]], a flawless masterpiece superior in elegance and language purity to all of [[Greek]] literature. Extraordinarily persuasive and perfectly [[logic]]al, this guided most of the [[New Testament]].&lt;ref&gt;See [[Mystery:Was Epistle to the Hebrews the Foundation of NT]]?&lt;/ref&gt; '''''Only 4,953 words long, it's a life-changer to read'''''. It's a very [[manliness|manly]] text, expressed with powerful authority as [[Jesus]] taught. Its first chapter has enlightening statements by God to Jesus, not found anywhere else, including a contrast between the eternal Jesus and the dissipating universe.&lt;ref&gt;See {{bibleref|Heb|1|10-11}}&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> The main [[theology|theological]] theme of the Epistle of Hebrews is that [[Jesus Christ]] is supreme. Christ is superior to all of the elements and mediators of the Old Covenant (the [[Angel]]s, [[Moses]], [[Aaron]], the earthly tabernacle/temple, etc.). Specifically, Christ is supreme as a revealer and mediator of God’s new [[covenant]] of [[grace]]. Other theological themes include: Doctrine of God, [[soteriology]] (Doctrine of [[salvation]]), anthropology (Doctrine of Human Beings), [[Christology]] (Doctrine of Christ) and an explanation of the dimensions of faith.&lt;ref&gt;[https://www.emmanuelcedarpark.church/blog/epistle-hebrews-christ-reigns-supreme/#:~:text=Theme%3A,God's%20new%20covenant%20of%20grace. An Introduction To The Epistle to the Hebrews] Emmanuel Presybyterian Church&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;[https://enterthebible.org/courses/hebrews/lessons/theological-themes-in-hebrews Theological Themes in Hebrews]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> '''''Likely written soon after the [[Resurrection]]''''',&lt;ref&gt;See [[Date of Hebrews]].&lt;/ref&gt; the author of this intellectual gem is a great mystery; baffled, some mistakenly attributed it to [[Paul]]. Very few, not even Paul, could write this treasure with such magnificent [[Greek]]: 10 of its words are nowhere else in classical or Biblical Greek, 40 words nowhere in the [[Septuagint]], and 168 nowhere else in the [[New Testament]].&lt;ref&gt;https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07181a.htm&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> '''''This Epistle contains much [[Biblical scientific foreknowledge]]''''', such as foreshadowing the [[Second Law of Thermodynamics]] by explaining that the &quot;universe&quot; shall &quot;wear out&quot; like a &quot;garment&quot; (i.e., [[entropy]] is always increasing),&lt;ref&gt;[[Epistle to the Hebrews (Translated)#1:10-11|Hebrews 1:10-11]].&lt;/ref&gt; and three times using the modern concept of [[infinity]], millennia before its acceptance. This book is the only one to state that Jesus was tempted in every way possible &quot;as we are,&quot;&lt;ref&gt;{{bibleref|Hebrews|4|15}} ([[ESV]]).&lt;/ref&gt; and only this book explains Jesus's relationship to [[angel]]s,&lt;ref&gt;Hebrews 1:4,5,6,7, and 13.&lt;/ref&gt; picking up on the discussion at {{bibleref|Luke|24|23}} ([[Road to Emmaus]]).<br /> <br /> This Epistle was written perfectly at the highest level of the Greek language. &quot;It would be difficult to find anywhere passages more exact and pregnant in expression than i. 1-4; ii. 14-18; vii, 26-28; xii, 18-24.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;''The Epistle to the Hebrews: The Greek Texts with Notes and Essays'' (edited by Brooke Foss Westcott), xlvi&lt;/ref&gt; This short book demonstrates a phenomenal knowledge of scriptures, and draws an analogy between the new concept of [[Christian]] [[faith]] and the sacrifice of [[Isaac]] in the [[Old Testament]].&lt;ref&gt;Saldarini, Anthony J. [http://mb-soft.com/believe/txs/hebrews.htm ''Epistle to the Hebrews''] Believe. Accessed 15 March 2008&lt;/ref&gt;&lt;ref&gt;Pawson, J. David ''Unlocking The Bible'' p.1113 (London, Collins; 2003) ISBN 978 0 00 716666 4&lt;/ref&gt; It contains a record number of words (154) that do not appear anywhere else in the New Testament,&lt;ref&gt;https://www.neverthirsty.org/bible-qa/qa-archives/question/how-any-words-are-in-the-greek-new-testament/&lt;/ref&gt; and a striking absence of five words commonly used elsewhere. This also contains a favorite verse of athletes: &quot;let us run with endurance the race that is set before us.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;{{bibleref|Hebrews|12|1}}&lt;/ref&gt; This Epistle uses many compound words.<br /> <br /> This Epistle is actually not a letter to the Hebrews or anyone, but a homily or [[treatise]] on the reasons behind Jesus's life and [[Passion of Christ|Passion]], and how [[God]] did not fail to intervene as many mistakenly think. Unlike the actual letters in the New Testament, this book is not introduced by the name of its author. Its title of &quot;Hebrews&quot; is itself a misnomer, as the explanation in the book is plainly for everyone. The only hint we have about its author is Hebrews 13:19, where the author urges the audience to [[prayer|pray]] &quot;in order that I [''i.e.'', [[Jesus]]] may be restored to you the sooner.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;ESV quoted here.&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> This Epistle, the nineteenth book of the [[New Testament]], was likely written soon after Jesus's [[Resurrection]], because it implies that none of the disciples have shed blood yet ({{bibleref|Hebrews|12|4}}), and refers to worship practices under the old covenant in the present tense ({{bibleref|Hebrews|8|4-5}}, {{bibleref|Hebrews|10|1-3}}).&lt;ref&gt;Compare Hebrews 10:32-34 and Acts 8:1-3. It is not impossible that this Epistle could also have been written at ''any'' time during those 37 years, even as late as February A.D. 70 (A.D. 33 + 37 years = A.D. 70). The Temple was taken in March of that year and burned in August. See the following historical documentation.<br /> *[http://www.biblestudytools.com/history/flavius-josephus/war-of-the-jews/book-5/ '''''War'', Book 5''' (biblestudytools.com)]&lt;br&gt;[http://www.biblestudytools.com/history/flavius-josephus/war-of-the-jews/book-6/ '''''War'', Book 6''' (biblestudytools.com)]<br /> *[http://www.livius.org/ja-jn/jewish_wars/jwar04.html Wars between the Jews and Romans: the destruction of Jerusalem (70 CE) (livius.org)]<br /> *[http://www.historynet.com/first-jewish-roman-war-siege-of-jerusalem.htm First Jewish-Roman War: Siege of Jerusalem, J. E. Lendon, associate professor of history at the University of Virginia. (historynet.com)]<br /> *''Josephus: The Essential Writings'' A Condensation of ''Jewish Antiquities'' and ''The Jewish War'', Translated and Edited by Paul L. Maier, © 1988, Kregel Publications, a division of Kregel, Inc. P.O. Box 2607, Grand Rapids, MI 49501&lt;br&gt;''Eusebius—The Church History: A New Translation with Commentary'' Copyright © 1999 by Paul Maier, Published by Kregel Publications, a division of Kregel Inc., P.O. Box 2607, Grand Rapids, MI 49501&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> This Epistle contains an admonition against both [[same-sex marriage|same-sex &quot;marriage&quot;]] and [[adultery]]: &quot;Let marriage be held in honor among all, and let the marriage bed be undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterous.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;Hebrews 13:4 (ESV)&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> Luke's Gospel and the Acts of the [[Apostle]]s, particularly its chapter 7, apparently benefited from having a copy of this Epistle because Luke imitated it in several ways.&lt;ref&gt;&quot;Lukan Authorship of Hebrews,&quot; by David Lewis Allen, pp. 143-50, which describes the parallels between Acts 7 and Hebrews 11.&lt;/ref&gt; This Epistle was written before the institution of the Eucharist and before the destruction of the Jerusalem Temple in A.D. 70.&lt;ref&gt;http://www.mycrandall.ca/courses/ntintro/Heb.htm&lt;/ref&gt; This Epistle was also known to [[Clement of Rome]], a very early pope, as confirmed by 1 Clement (17:1, 36:2-5), which is typically dated as having been written sometime between A.D. 70 and 96.&lt;ref&gt;Theopedia says that Clement cited the Epistle to the Hebrews in A.D. 96 [http://www.theopedia.com/epistle-to-the-hebrews], but many feel it was written around A.D. 70.&lt;/ref&gt; There are striking similarities between this Epistle and Luke's work, which suggests that one inspired the other. Given that this Epistle is written at a higher level and probably earlier than Luke's works, this Epistle probably inspired Luke to write his Gospel and the Acts of the Apostles.<br /> <br /> Chapter 11 of this epistle is known as the &quot;Hall of [[Faith]].&quot;&lt;ref&gt;[https://enduringword.com/commentary/hebrews-11/ HEBREWS 11 – EXAMPLES OF FAITH TO HELP THE DISCOURAGED]&lt;/ref&gt; The phrase &quot;brotherly love&quot; — Greek for &quot;Philadelphia&quot; — originated with Hebrews 13:1 and was then repeated in various forms in Romans 12:10; 1 Thessalonians 4:9; 1 Peter 1:22; 2 Peter 1:7; 1 Peter 2:17; 1 Peter 3:8; 1 John 3:10, 4:7, and 4:20-21, which further demonstrates that the Epistle to the Hebrews was written first.<br /> <br /> Chapter 12 begins with one of the most inspiring verses for athletes: &quot;And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;{{bibleref|Hebrews|12|1}}&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> ==Language==<br /> <br /> ''See also:'' [[Koine Greek]] and [[Greek language]]<br /> <br /> The [[Greek]] of his Epistle is extraordinarily sophisticated, and is widely regarded as the best example in the New Testament,&lt;ref&gt;Pawson, J. David op cit&lt;/ref&gt; This Epistle is noted for its &quot;striking purity and elegance.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;&quot;Language and style&quot; [http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07181a.htm ''Epistle to the Hebrews''] Catholic Encyclopedia. Accessed 15 March 2008&lt;/ref&gt; Not only does the author show &quot;great familiarity with the rules of the Greek literary language&quot; but also &quot;of all the New Testament authors he has the best style. '''His writing may even be included among those examples of artistic Greek [[prose]] whose rhythm recalls the parallelism of [[Hebrew]] poetry.'''&quot;&lt;ref&gt;Catholic Encyclopedia op cit (emphasis added).&lt;/ref&gt; Even in the English translation, the language is refined and sophisticated. It uses 168 terms that appear in no other part of the New Testament, including ten words found neither in [[Koine Greek]] or classical Greek, and a further 40 words that do not appear in the [[Septuagint]].<br /> <br /> The Epistle's length is 4953 words in English, which would take about 90 minutes to recite in Greek, including pauses and questions, because Greek has more syllables per the corresponding English word. Jerusalem is about 6.5 miles from Emmaus, but Jesus joined the pair outside of Jerusalem and they ended this dialog outside of Emmaus, so it was roughly only a 6-mile distance, or about 90 minutes when walked briskly to avoid impending darkness (15 minutes per mile). In other words, the length of this Epistle matches perfectly the length of the presentation by Jesus while walking from Jerusalem to Emmaus, as described in Luke 24:13-35.<br /> <br /> ==Author==<br /> The identity of the author of the epistle has been called &quot;the riddle of the New Testament.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;Scott, E. F. [http://www.archive.org/stream/MN41537ucmf_9/MN41537ucmf_9_djvu.txt ''The Epistle of the Hebrews: Its Doctrine and Significance''] (Edinburgh; T and T Clarke; 1922) full text online. Accessed 15 March 2008&lt;/ref&gt; It remains the only New Testament book whose authorship is definitely unknown. The earliest translations of the [[King James Bible]] call it &quot;the Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Hebrews,&quot; but this is implausible conjecture, and also a position that was not adopted by the church until the [[Middle Ages]]. By the time of the [[Reformation]], this authorship was being questioned. While commonly attributed to [[Paul]], a comparison of the language and style with his other writings demonstrates that he was not the author&lt;ref&gt;One reason for rejecting Paul as the author is the frequent use (in the King James) of stating that &quot;one in a certain place&quot; followed by an Old Testament quotation; Paul (a learned Pharisee) would have mentioned the source by name.&lt;/ref&gt;, although the ideas expressed within it do not contradict Pauline thought, suggesting that the author may have been a pupil of his. <br /> <br /> The strikingly beautiful and sophisticated use of the Greek language in this book suggests it was written by a great Greek thinker, perhaps someone at the high level of [[Aristotle]] or [[Plato]].<br /> <br /> Attridge&lt;ref&gt;Attridge, Harold W. ''Epistle to the Hebrews'' Anchor Bible Dictionary&lt;/ref&gt; writes: &quot;Although Hebrews is included in the Pauline corpus and was part of that corpus in its earliest attested form ([eg papyrus] ''P46''), it is certainly not a work of the apostle. This fact was recognized, largely on stylistic grounds, even in antiquity. Some patristic authors defended the traditional Pauline attribution with theories of scribal assistants such as Clement of Rome or Luke, but such hypotheses do not do justice to the very un-Pauline treatment of key themes, particularly those of law and faith. Numerous alternative candidates for authorship have been proposed. The most prominent has been [[Barnabas]], to whom [[Tertullian]] assigned the work; [[Apollos]], defended by [[Martin Luther|Luther]] and many moderns; Priscilla, suggested by von Harnack; Epaphras; and Silas. Arguments for none are decisive, and [[Origen|Origen's]] judgment that &quot;''God only knows''&quot; who composed the work is sound.<br /> <br /> Wikipedia acknowledges that this short book is a masterpiece and its authorship is a mystery. Wikipedia speculates about possible authors, and yet omits any mention of [[Jesus]] as a possibility.&lt;ref&gt;https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Authorship_of_the_Epistle_to_the_Hebrews&lt;/ref&gt; The author of this Epistle was certainly a man based on its Greek syntax,&lt;ref&gt;https://www.biblicalfoundations.org/an-introduction-to-hebrews-who-is-the-author/&lt;/ref&gt; and yet Wikipedia's lead suggestion for who wrote it is the woman Priscilla.<br /> <br /> ==Date and Provenance==<br /> {{See also|Date of Hebrews}}<br /> The date of origin of this Epistle appears to have been soon after the [[Resurrection]], which this Epistle mentions at {{bibleref|Hebrews|13|20}} (&quot;the blood of the eternal covenant&quot;), because of this verse directed to the early [[Christians]]: &quot;In your struggle against [[sin]] you have not yet resisted to the point of shedding your blood.&quot;&lt;ref&gt;{{bibleref|Hebrews|12|4}} ([[ESV]]).&lt;/ref&gt; [[Martyrdom]] began within the first few months of the [[Resurrection]]. <br /> <br /> It is likely that [[Paul]] had seen a copy of this Epistle to the Hebrews when he wrote about [[faith]] in his [[Epistle to the Galatians]], written in A.D. 48, and his [[Epistle to the Romans]], which has been dated to sometime between A.D. 54 and 59. It is certain that this Epistle was written prior to the destruction of the temple in A.D. 70, because this Epistle discusses the temple and its sacrifices in the present tense in precisely worded [[Greek]]. <br /> <br /> The earliest copy in existence is part of a [[papyrus]] codex in Greek of the Letters of Saint Paul, dating from around A.D. 200. The codex, referred to as ''P46'' was discovered in 1931, and provided a text at least a century older than the [[Vatican]] and Sinaitic codices, the oldest authorities on which the text had previously rested.&lt;ref&gt;[http://www.lib.umich.edu/pap/exhibits/papyri_james/1_2.html ''From Papyri to King James: The Transmission of the English Bible''] University of Michigan. Accessed 15 March 2008&lt;/ref&gt; The epistle can be dated with some certainty by its content: the use of &quot;''Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of [[God]] to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their [[faith]]''&quot; (Heb 13:7) is consistent with a period shortly after the [[Passion]].<br /> [[Image:Papyrus P46.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Papyrus ''P46'', showing the opening paragraphs of the Epistle to the Hebrews.]]<br /> <br /> ==To whom written==<br /> It is uncertain to whom the letter was sent, bearing only the words &quot;to the Hebrews,&quot; and it has been variously suggested that it was sent to the church at [[Alexandria]], [[Antioch]], [[Jerusalem]] or [[Ephesus]]. Pawson&lt;ref&gt;Pawson, J. David op cit p.1115&lt;/ref&gt; points to the ending of the letter (which was surely added later): &quot;''Those ''from'' Italy send you their greetings''&quot; (Heb 13:24) as indicating the letter was written ''to'' Italy, most likely the church in Rome. In light of its title, which was also likely added later,&lt;ref&gt;http://www.bible.ca/ef/expository-hebrews-1-1-2-18.htm&lt;/ref&gt; the &quot;letter&quot; may have been specifically meant for that portion of the church that was Jewish. This becomes even more apparent, given the date of the letter, when one considers the events that were taking place in Rome at this time. Under [[Claudius]], many Jews had been banished from Rome, including Priscilla and Aquila who had escaped to [[Corinth]]. The church in Rome became largely made up of [[Gentile]]s, and as a result, when the Jews began to return in AD 54 after Claudius' death, there was significant tension between Jewish and Gentile believers. (''See [[Messianic Judaism]]''.) [[Nero]] ascended to the imperial throne after Claudius, and it was under his rule that the church entered a great period of suffering. The early Christians in particular were singled out for persecution, and many were executed during this time. <br /> <br /> While Paul's Epistle to the Romans makes no mention of this, the Epistle to the Hebrews ''does'' discuss the persecution, including the vandalism of their homes and even imprisonment, and [[Timothy]] is mentioned as one of the believers who has been imprisoned. However, there is no mention of [[martyr]]s at this time, which further cements the epistle to a definite time around the middle of Nero's reign. The treatment being endured by the church explains the point of the epistle: those members who were Jews could easily escape from the persecution by publicly denying faith in [[Jesus Christ]] and returning to [[Judaism]], which at this time was still legal, while Christianity was not. The letter, then, seems to have been written ''from'' Jerusalem, probably by a Jewish believer who was a pupil of Paul, addressed specifically ''to'' the Jewish members of the church in Rome, as an exhortation to remain firm within the church.<br /> <br /> ==Structure and content==<br /> <br /> ''See also:'' [[Bible exegesis]]<br /> <br /> The entire Letter to the Hebrews constitutes a flawlessly reasoned and impassioned argument against committing [[apostasy]]. The epistle is both a letter ''and'' sermon and seems to have been intended to be read in Christian meetings as a sermon. Read as such, it would take around 45 minutes. Chapters 1-10 of the epistle quite clearly emphasize the contrast between the Old and New Testaments and between Judaism and Christianity, and the superior position that the believers are in through having the &quot;Son of God&quot; as their mediator rather than [[angel]]s, the mere ''servants'' of God. The opening of chapter 1 is regarded by most scholars as the finest Greek in the New Testament in terms of its construction, rhythm, and sheer beauty, more so even than the more famous passages of Genesis 1:1 and John 1:1:{{quotebox|God, who at sundry times and in divers manners spake in time past unto the fathers by the prophets, Hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things, by whom also he made the worlds; Who being the brightness of his glory, and the express image of his person, and upholding all things by the word of his power, when he had by himself purged our sins, sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high: <br /> Being made so much better than the angels, as he hath by inheritance obtained a more excellent name than they. (''Heb 1:1-4'')}} <br /> [[Image:Crucifixion of Peter.jpg|right|thumb|201px|The [[apostle]] Simon-Peter was executed by inverted-crucifixion on the orders of Nero soon after the epistle was written]]<br /> The epistle deals significantly with how the Old and New Testaments relate to each other, and meet at the death - the sacrifice - of Jesus. Because of this, it has provided the basis for most interpretative models for Christian understanding of the Old Testament. From the epistle come the concepts:<br /> *the &quot;old&quot; sacrifices had to be repeated - the sacrifice of Jesus is once and everlasting<br /> *the old priests are now no longer required - Jesus as the one High Priest of the order of [[Melchizedek]] has replaced them all<br /> *the old sanctuary had its closed [[tabernacle]] - the new sanctuary has its open throne: all are able to enter the Holy of Holies through Jesus as mediator between man and God.<br /> <br /> The writer uses the allusion of &quot;substance and shadows&quot; - while the ''shadow'' of Jesus is written throughout&lt;ref&gt;Hodgkin, A. M. [http://www.thebookwurm.com/amh_tc.htm ''Christ in All the Scriptures''] (Westwood, NJ; Barbour and Co. Inc; 1989) full text online. Accessed 16 March 2008&lt;/ref&gt; the Old Testament, now the ''substance'' has been shown to the people. The Epistle is supremely Christ-centered, and it is the only book of the Bible that focuses on his priesthood and his &quot;present&quot; work as intercessor - leading to some scholars to describe it as the &quot;Fifth Gospel&quot; because of its emphasis on His work in the present.&lt;ref&gt;Pawson, J. David, op cit p.1142&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> Chapter 11 of the epistle concentrates on [[faith]], and looks back to the great heroes of faith in the Old Testament, using them to inspire and to act as models. Also, there are warnings about losing faith and &quot;backsliding&quot;. The warnings are severe, and describe two stages: drifting away, neglecting fellowship with other believers and neglecting faith; and willful, deliberate [[apostasy]] and the denial of Jesus. Fellowship is rightly magnified by the epistle, given the circumstances in which it was written and first meant to be read. It emphasizes that there is safety in fellowship and that the devil will pick off Christians on their own. When being persecuted, it is important to focus on Jesus, and look to the church &quot;family&quot; for comfort - this message remains as valid for Christians today as it was for the early church under the persecution of Nero (10:25 is a common verse used to inform Christians that church attendance should not be forsaken).<br /> <br /> == Reference to &quot;Jesus Christ&quot; ==<br /> <br /> There are three references to &quot;[[Jesus Christ]]&quot; in this Epistle (Hebrews 10:10; Hebrews 13:8; and Hebrews 13:21), but the last one was probably added later as it is after the closing &quot;[[Amen]]&quot;.<br /> <br /> One or two English versions translate this differently, such as &quot;Jesus the [[Messiah]].&quot;<br /> <br /> ==See also==<br /> *[[Mystery:Did Jesus Write the Epistle to the Hebrews?]]<br /> *[[Mystery:Was Epistle to the Hebrews the Foundation of NT]]<br /> *[[Conservative Bible Project]]<br /> *[[Date of Hebrews]]<br /> *[[Epistle to the Hebrews (Translated)]]<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> <br /> *[https://bibleproject.com/guides/book-of-hebrews/ Epistle of Hebrews], Bible Project<br /> *[https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/07181a.htm Views of early Church scholars about this Epistle]<br /> *[http://biblehub.com/library/pullan/the_books_of_the_new_testament/chapter_xviii_the_epistle_to.htm A fantastic analysis of authorship]<br /> *[http://www.westarkchurchofchrist.org/wings/hebrewsstudy.htm ''Hebrews - A Defense of Christian Faith''] - The Study of Hebrews: Ladies Bible Class, 2 January - 27 March 2001. West-Ark Church of Christ, Fort Smith, Arkansas/Women In God's Service<br /> *[http://www.aquinas.avemaria.edu/Aquinas-Hebrews.pdf ''Commentary By Saint Thomas Aquinas On the Epistle to the Hebrews''] - full text online<br /> *[http://www.iclnet.org/pub/resources/text/ipb-e/epl-cvhebrews.html ''John Calvin: Commentary on Hebrews''] - full text online<br /> *A course on [http://www.tfinney.net/Hebrews/index.html the Epistle to the Hebrews]<br /> *[https://www.biblicalcyclopedia.com/H/hebrews-the-epistle-to-the.html Analysis of the historical acceptance of this Epistle, and the authorship issue]<br /> <br /> Videos:<br /> <br /> *[https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbjmSS6LZDGpq_OV99Kgl9SRhi0idBiMO Epistle To The Hebrews - video playlist], Video playlist<br /> *[https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLU8g0ySQ0ZqM7wOOa-YpEFdpQSejzLUx Epistle to the Hebrews with Pastor Paul - video playlist], video playlist<br /> *[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1fNWTZZwgbs Derek's Commentary On The Epistle To The Hebrews - Video playlist], video playlist<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> {{reflist}}<br /> <br /> {{Greatest Thinkers}}<br /> {{New Testament Books}}<br /> [[Category:Hebrews]]<br /> [[Category:New Testament Books]]<br /> [[Category:Homosexuality]]<br /> [[Category:Deuterocanonical Books of the New Testament]]</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196157 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-03T16:18:36Z <p>Aschlafly: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationships, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196156 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-03T16:03:38Z <p>Aschlafly: Setback for the homosexual agenda</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': significant decline in approval of [[same-sex marriage]] and relationship, reports [[Gallup]]. [https://apnews.com/article/gallup-poll-same-sex-marriage-morality-e12acb151446ac1b7970c0825bf1d072]<br /> ----<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196140 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-02T23:05:49Z <p>Aschlafly: Increasingly positive view of the Bible in the U.S., shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of Americans have read more than half the Bible.</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''Increasingly positive view of the [[Bible]] in the [[U.S.]]''', shifting from 2016 to 2024: 36% -&gt; 48% say it's true, 37% -&gt; 43% say it's helpful today, and 47% -&gt; 51% of [[American]]s have read more than half the [[Bible]]. [https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/americans-judge-the-good-book-more-positively-but-still-often-by-its-cover/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'You'd be in prison if not for me...Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this'.'' [https://youtu.be/CD_TPZ5KjPo][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/trump-lashes-out-at-bibi] [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/bombing-while-talking]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196115 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-02T16:36:31Z <p>Aschlafly: </p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''Candid criticism by [[Paraguay]] tennis player of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this. You'd be in jail if not for me'.'' [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/iran-says-it-is-breaking-off-talks-to-end-war-after-us-and-israeli-strikes/ar-AA24y65R]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196114 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-02T15:56:44Z <p>Aschlafly: Paraguay</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''Candid criticism by a [[Paraguay]] tennis player's of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this. You'd be in jail if not for me'.'' [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/iran-says-it-is-breaking-off-talks-to-end-war-after-us-and-israeli-strikes/ar-AA24y65R]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196113 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-02T14:42:44Z <p>Aschlafly: Candid criticism by a tennis player's of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match: he is then slapped by liberals with a massive fine.</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''Candid criticism by a tennis player's of a female umpire's failure to control the crowd in a tense match''': he is then slapped by [[liberal]]s with a massive fine. [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/06/01/french-open-fines-paraguays-vallejo-for-saying-a-woman-shouldnt-have-umpired-his-match/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this. You'd be in jail if not for me'.'' [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/iran-says-it-is-breaking-off-talks-to-end-war-after-us-and-israeli-strikes/ar-AA24y65R]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196108 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-02T05:43:03Z <p>Aschlafly: today -&gt; Monday</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she said Monday. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/ken-paxton-vs-james-talarico] Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] tears into [[Netanyahu]]''' over [[Lebanon]] strikes. [https://www.axios.com/2026/06/01/trump-netanyahu-israel-lebanon-call]'' 'Everyone hates [[Israel]] because of this. You'd be in jail if not for me'.'' [[Iran]] suspends talks over [[US]]/[[Israel]] [[ceasefire]] breaches. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/iran-says-it-is-breaking-off-talks-to-end-war-after-us-and-israeli-strikes/ar-AA24y65R]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Main_Page/Archive_index/159&diff=2196101 Main Page/Archive index/159 2026-06-02T04:18:20Z <p>Aschlafly: corrected link</p> <hr /> <div>'''''Breaking'': Disgraced former [[CNN]] host''' [[Don Lemon]] arrested in [[Minnesota insurrection]] plot. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/01/30/don-lemon-arrested-cities-church-invasion/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Meduza]]: Kremlin’s''' War Machine Set to Hit the Brakes Under Tighter Budget.[https://archive.ph/IXWjb#selection-1173.0-1173.64] Russia’s oil and gas revenues are shrinking. Meduza explains what [[diversification]] means for the Russian economy. [https://meduza.io/en/feature/2026/01/28/russia-s-oil-and-gas-revenues-are-shrinking-meduza-explains-what-that-means-for-the-kremlin-s-war-chest] ''Attack on [[Iran]] will increase Russia's [[oil]] revenues.'' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/economy/how-russia-s-overheating-war-economy-could-get-a-boost-if-the-iran-conflict-sends-oil-prices-even-higher/ar-AA1Hgoy5]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Bill Gates]] is done.''' [https://youtu.be/3NEIGm-Cyuw] Melinda gates throw ex-husband under the bus. [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/melinda-french-gates-breaks-silence-explosive-claims-about-bill-gates-epstein-files]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] passes 2 week extension''' to avoid Jan 30 shutdown. [https://rollcall.com/2026/01/29/bipartisan-deal-reached-on-homeland-security-stopgap-bill/] '''Update:''' Senate funding bill passes, revisit [[DHS]] funding Feb 13. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/senate-passes-trump-backed-spending-deal]<br /> ----<br /> '''Investigators can't find tapes showing [[Fulton county]],''' ballot count started at zero. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/01/30/investigators-cant-find-tapes-showing-fulton-countys-2020-ballot-count-started-at-zero-board-says/] [[Steve Bannon]]: 2020 [[Georgia]] electors should not have been certified. [https://t.me/Jack_Posobiec/63566]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]]s turn [[Virginia]] into [[Marxist]] hellhole,''' [https://youtu.be/sAHfuDYIAUk] double their own pay for &quot;affordability&quot;. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/virginia-democrats-now-seeking-double-their-own-pay/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Tom Homan]] reaches accommodation with [[Gov Walz]] &amp; [[Mayor Frey]]''' to stop interfering in [[ICE]] operations. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eKeFQTVQUo&amp;t=535s][https://youtu.be/r0L9JUjcwo0] Walz, [[Keith Ellison|Ellison]] to testify in [[Somali fraud scandal|Somali fraud]] hearings. <br /> ----<br /> &quot;acceptance for [[homosexuality|gays]] peaked around 2020 and has been falling – pretty fast – ever since,&quot; explains ''Revolver News'' about a ''[[New York Times]]'' report. [https://revolver.news/2026/01/americans-have-had-it-up-to-here-with-gays/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''Breaking'': [[FBI]] raids 'Ground Zero' [[Fulton county]],''' [[Georgia]] election office in [[Democrat voter fraud|2020 voter fraud]] probe. [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/fbi-raids-ground-zero-fulton-county-election-office-2020-voter-fraud-probe] [[DNI Tulsi Gabbard]] on the ground in Fulton Co. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/01/28/search-warrant-revealed-dni-tulsi-gabbard-and-fbi-deputy-director-andrew-bailey-on-the-ground-in-fulton-county/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Larry Johnson]]: 3 scenarios''' for [[US]] attack on [[Iran]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/three-scenarios-for-a-us-attack-on] [[Mearsheimer]]: Iran will strike back hard. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/iran-will-strike-back-hard]<br /> ----<br /> '''The campaign against [[ICE]]''' is all about [[open borders]]. [https://www.realclearwire.com/articles/2026/01/26/the_campaign_against_ice_is_all_about_open_borders_153753.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Deep State]] collaborator who [[conspiracy|conspired]] to''' [[Impeachment 1.0|impeach Donald Trump]] running for [[Senate]] in [[Florida]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/01/28/conniving-effort-alexander-vindman-launches-democrat-senate-campaign-in-florida/]<br /> ----<br /> '''New video emerges of Alex Pretti's [[violent]] assault on federal officers''' two weeks earlier. [https://youtu.be/CRWR13BAIEs] Media lied about Alex Pretti. [https://youtu.be/SHpP5Vhxbig][https://youtu.be/QePoawDA_48][https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/115979320622868287]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]]'s right, [[NRA]] is wrong''': “I don't like that he had a gun. I don't like that he had two fully loaded magazines. That's a lot of bad stuff.” [https://time.com/7358403/nra-trump-clash-gun-carrying-rights-pretti-federal-agents/] ''Obstructing legitimate law enforcement while armed with that weaponry should not be defended by the NRA''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Andrew Branca]]: Why officers only need a reasonable perception''' — not certainty — to shoot. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/UL2Vxo6W_Qs] ''Barnes v. Felix'', a 9-0 [[SCOTUS]] ruling this year. [https://youtu.be/3X1YViy98Bg]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Andy Ngo]]: Inside Signal chats''' used by insurrectionists in [[Minnesota]]. [https://youtu.be/CxMmAMnzWvY][https://www.zerohedge.com/political/left-wing-activists-run-quasi-police-operation-signal-target-ice-agents-minneapolis] '''Update:''' [[Kash Patel]] says funders of [[Minneapolis insurrection]] have been identified. [https://x.com/bennyjohnson/status/2015823992666366202] Coordinated obstruction of [[ICE]] is a [[federal]] [[felony]]. [https://youtu.be/PJU_axoLREg][https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/01/27/minnesota-lt-gov-urges-donations-groups-training-legal-observers-oppose-ice/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Korybko]]: [[Minneapolis]] [[insurgency]] poses a very serious challenge''' for the Federal government. [https://thealtworld.com/andrew_korybko/the-minneapolis-insurgency-poses-a-very-serious-challenge-for-the-federal-government] [[Krainer]]: Ominous implications of the [[US]] insurgency. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/ominous-implications-of-the-us-insurgency]<br /> ----<br /> '''He did violate the law by carrying a handgun (plus 2 magazines) without an ID''', [[Kristi Noem]] points out about the [[Minnesota]]n killed by [[ICE]]. [https://www.breitbart.com/2nd-amendment/2026/01/25/kristi-noem-it-is-breaking-the-law-in-minnesota-to-conceal-carry-without-an-id-on-you/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Scientist]]s use [[AI]] to create a [[virus]]''' never seen before. [https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-15498221/Lab-grown-LIFE-AI-virus.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[James O'Keefe]] threatened''' and attacked in [[Minnesota]]. [https://youtu.be/oUOPFfDTuos] Who is funding and organizing the [[Minnesota insurrection]]? [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/who-is-funding-organizing-minnesota-riots/]<br /> ----<br /> [[Trump]]: &quot;I don’t like it when somebody goes into a protest and he’s got a very powerful, fully loaded gun with two magazines loaded up with bullets also.&quot; [https://apnews.com/article/trump-minneapolis-shooting-immigration-deportation-e1f03e81c43176ba6f3dd960043ff626]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[President Trump]] releases statement on [[Minnesota]] [[Insurrection]].''' [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/01/25/president-donald-trump-releases-a-statement-on-minnesota-chaos/] Federal officers attacked. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/insane-video-federal-officers-violently-attacked-tackled-minneapolis/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Minnesota Insurrection Update: [[Senate]] [[Democrat]]s''' move to defund [[ICE]]. [https://rollcall.com/2026/01/24/new-minnesota-shooting-leaves-spending-package-in-peril/] '[[Government shutdown|Shutdown]] risk rises after fatal [[Minneapolis]] shooting.' [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5704987-schumer-opposes-dhs-bill/][https://dailytorch.com/2026/01/as-minnesota-heats-up-democrats-threaten-to-put-dhs-on-ice-with-another-shutdown/] ''[[ICE]] says the victim was armed without ID''. Insurrectionist bites off finger of ICE officer. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/graphic-warning-insane-leftist-bites-finger-ice-agent/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]]s plan''' to take out [[DHS]] [[Sec Kristi Noem]]. [https://townhall.com/tipsheet/josephchalfant/2026/01/25/the-democrats-have-a-new-playbook-and-it-centers-on-taking-out-kristi-noem-n2670046]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gold hits $5,000 per ounce,''' Silver breaks $100. [[T-bills|US Treasury debt]] being dumped. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/mind-the-real-moneywhy-gold-and-silver]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Canada]] to [[import]] [[Chinese]]''' [[EV]]s to circumvent [[US]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-canada-systematically-destroying-itself-china-partnership][https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/01/24/president-trump-threatens-to-hit-canada-with-100-tariff-if-they-become-a-transshipping-hub-for-chinese-imports/][https://slaynews.com/news/trump-moves-kill-canadas-new-world-order-pact-china/]<br /> ----<br /> '''37th anniversary on Saturday of the execution of [[Ted Bundy]]''', who murdered dozens of women through [[deceit]]. [https://apnews.com/today-in-history/january-24]<br /> &lt;br&gt;''[[Death penalty]] led him to [[confession|confess]] &amp; [[conversion|convert]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Unplug the NFL]]''': &quot;Bad Bunny to Wear Dress in [[Super Bowl]] Halftime Show Dedicated to ‘[[Queer]] Icons,’&quot; reports [https://www.breitbart.com/sports/2026/01/23/report-bad-bunny-to-wear-dress-in-super-bowl-halftime-show-dedicated-to-queer-icons/ ''[[Breitbart]]'']<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Republican]] leaders tout [[pro-life]] gains''' at annual [[March for Life]] rally.&quot; [https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/triad/politics/2026/01/23/march-for-life-2026]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Board of Peace (by Trump)|Board of Peace]] Charter''' signed at [[Davos]]. [https://christopherrufo.com/p/trump-at-davos]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'': '[[Ukraine]] needs [[energy]] [[ceasefire]]''' as catastrophe looming'. [https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/ukraine-needs-energy-ceasefire-catastrophe-looming-top-power-executive-says-2026-01-23/] ''They were warned to stop striking [[Russia]]'s energy refineries and tankers.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Witkoff]] in [[Moscow]]:''' 'We're at the end now'. [https://youtu.be/XAi50c5cFIQ] First [[US]], [[Ukraine]] and [[Russian]] trilateral talks in [[Abu Dhabi]]; [https://gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p/firstpost-america-us-ukraine-russian][https://youtu.be/-hdNbl9YWpk] Ukraine sends [[Budanov]], a wanted [[terrorist]] in Russia, as part of delegation. [https://politnavigator.news/privet-iz-sortira-zelenskijj-otpravit-na-mirnye-peregovory-s-rf-terrorista-budanova.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Crybaby, [[lame duck]] &quot;[[Newsom]] blames [[Trump]]''' administration for [[Davos]] appearance cancellation.&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5701169-newsom-trump-davos-forum-issues/] ''Not even [[Dem]]s want Newsom anymore''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lara Logan]] with [[Svetlana Lokhova]]:''' [[Obama]] [[gestapo]] chief [[John Brennan]] facing indictment. [https://laralogan.substack.com/p/john-brennan-facing-indictment-with]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': [[WEF]] Finance/Banking Panel''' – If independent national economies continue rising, global [[trade]] drops and we lose control. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/01/22/wef-finance-banking-panel-if-independent-national-economies-continue-rising-global-trade-drops-and-we-lose-control/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[global warming]] hoax''': &quot;The winter storm, named Fern, is predicted to be one of the biggest in recent memory.&quot; [https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15481205/winter-storm-weekend-arctic-weather-snow.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Badlands: The [[Board of Peace (by Trump)|Board of Peace]]''' is actually the [[sovereign]] alliance. [https://badlands.substack.com/i/185268060/the-board-of-peace-is-actually-the-sovereign-alliance]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[France]] considers withdrawal''' from [[NATO]] command structure. [https://lansinginstitute.org/2026/01/13/frances-exit-from-nato-debate-2026-political-signal-or-strategic-break/] ''[[US]] should follow suit.'' [https://dpyne.substack.com/p/trumps-national-security-strategy]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for the [[homosexual agenda]]''': &quot;Six Washington Capitals players refuse to put pro-[[LGBT]] rainbow tape on [[hockey]] sticks.&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/six-washington-capitals-players-refuse-to-put-pro-lgbt-rainbow-tape-on-hockey-sticks/?utm_source=popular]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Korybko]]: The [[Board of Peace (by Trump)|Board of Peace]]:''' A replacement to the [[UN]] or a [[US]]-led coalition of the willing therein? [https://korybko.substack.com/p/the-board-of-peace-a-replacement] ''[[WSJ]]'' realizes [[Trump]] is making [[UN]] functionally obsolescent. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/01/20/oh-dear-the-wall-street-journal-just-realized-president-trump-is-making-u-n-functionally-obsolescent/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Japan]] PM [[Sanae Takaichi|Takaichi]] -- a [[Conservative of the Year 2025]] finalist''' -- &quot;Calls Snap Election as Her Popularity Soars.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/asia/2026/01/19/japanese-pm-takaichi-calls-snap-election-as-her-popularity-soars/] ''The parliament is blocking her [[conservative]] agenda''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] asks [[Putin]] to serve on [[Board of Peace (by Trump)|Gaza Board of Peace]].''' [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/01/19/president-trump-invites-vladimir-putin-and-alexander-lukashenko-to-join-gaza-board-of-peace-u-n-now-having-fits/][https://badlands.substack.com/i/185152905/trumps-board-of-peace-comes-into-focus-to-mixed-reception] [[Mark Rutte|Tootie Fruitie O'Rutte]] tells [[Davos]], 'Trump is right'. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/01/21/nato-general-secretary-mark-rutte-tells-davos-audience-trump-is-right/?lctg=66158495]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] arrives in [[Davos]]''' to dismantle the [[WEF]] and [[globalism]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/01/19/trump-wants-gaza-board-constitution-and-remittance-agreement-signed-in-davos-eu-macron-flips-out-no-way/][https://thefederalist.com/2026/01/19/the-world-economic-forum-is-a-glorified-hoa-for-leftist-experts-and-rich-communists/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The War Zone]]'': [[US]]-[[NATO]] rift''' over [[Greenland]] keeps getting worse. [https://www.twz.com/news-features/u-s-nato-rift-over-greenland-keeps-getting-worse]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Kamala Harris|Team Harris]] accused of [[antisemitism]].''' [https://x.com/jacobkornbluh/status/2013091417841623097][https://thinkamericana.com/utter-bull-shapiro-blasts-kamala-harriss-vp-vetting-process/][https://townhall.com/tipsheet/jeff-charles/2026/01/19/kamala-harris-campaign-questioned-whether-josh-shapiro-was-a-double-agent-for-israel-n2669698]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The American Conservative]]'': [[Neocon]]s in sorrow''' over [[US]] not attacking [[Iran]]. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/neocons-in-sorrow-over-u-s-not-attacking-iran/] [[Mearsheimer]]: Tag Team fails in Iran. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-tag-team-fails-in-iran] Does [[MAGA]] want [[Trump]] to 'make [[regime change]] great again'? [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/maga-regime-change/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] ''[[Die Welt]]'': [[Rada|Ukraine parliament]] ready''' to give up [[Donbas]]. [https://www.facebook.com/ukrnewsfeed/posts/ukraines-verkhovna-rada-is-ready-for-a-territorial-compromise-on-donbas-die-welt/122155601036654935/] ''Berliner Zeitung'': [[Ukraine]] [[Air Defense]] hardly shoots down anything anymore. [https://archive.ph/JJS5Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Don Lemon]] faces [[Insurrection_Act#Posse_Comitatus_Act|KKK Act]] violations''' on [[MLK]] holiday. [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/you-are-notice-doj-warns-don-lemon-after-alleged-involvement-left-wing-mob-storming][https://badlands.substack.com/i/185152905/the-kkk-act-goes-mainstream-as-minneapolis-chaos-escalates]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;Many [[college]] grads struggling in job market because of [[AI]]&quot;''' [https://www.lmtribune.com/business/many-college-grads-struggling-in-job-market-because-of-ai-21121842] ''so why are States subsidizing [[data centers]]?''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Europe]] retaliates against [[U.S.]]''': &quot;Europeans Threaten to Hold Up [[EU]]-U.S. Trade Deal, [[Boycott]] [[World Cup]] over [[Trump]]’s [[Greenland]] [[Tariff]]s.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2026/01/18/europeans-threaten-to-hold-up-eu-u-s-trade-deal-boycott-world-cup-over-trump-greenland-tariffs/]<br /> ----<br /> [[Dem]] loyalist [[James Carville]] &quot;predicts [[GOP]] ‘wipeout’ in [[2026 midterms]].&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5694291-democrats-midterm-elections-james-carville/] ''4 days before the [[2024 presidential election]], Carville predicted [[Kamala Harris]] would win''. [https://www.thecrimson.com/article/2024/11/4/politics-war-room-iop-talk/] [[Gallup poll]] shows majority of [[Millennial]] and [[Gen Z]] [[voter]]s reject both [[political parties]]. [https://x.com/ImBreckWorsham/status/2013341068419277120]<br /> ----<br /> '''''Breaking:'' [[Trump]] announces 10% [[tariff]]s''' on [[NATO]] allies that send [[military]] forces to [[Greenland]], will increase June 1. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/01/17/president-trump-announces-new-tariffs-against-eu-leadership-nations-attempting-to-interfere-in-north-american-strategic-defense-and-greenland-negotiations/][https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/just-trump-announces-tariffs-8-nato-countries-until/][https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-announces-10-tariffs-nations-send-military-forces-greenland] If NATO dies, do we really have to mourn? [https://www.racket.news/p/listen-to-this-article-if-nato-dies] '''Update:''' Protests break out in Greenland against Trump's plan to wage an unprovoked [[war of aggression]] against an allied NATO country. [https://youtu.be/HLAuwtYDB3s] ''LOL. [[Neocon]] [[propaganda]] used to say, '[[democracies]] don't go to [[war]] against each other'.'' [https://www.foreignaffairs.com/world/why-they-dont-fight-doyle]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Canadian]] [[Prime Minister|PM]]''' [[Mark Carnage]] bows to [[China]], [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/01/16/canadian-prime-minister-mark-carney-bows-to-big-panda-looking-for-financial-assistance-against-godzilla-trump/][https://youtu.be/aRE2dnvzSbY] vows cooperation to build '[[new world order]]'. [https://rumble.com/v74ep9q-canadian-leader-vows-to-help-china-establish-new-world-order.html][https://x.com/Harry__Faulkner/status/2012163774984200232] Carney warns [[Trump]] to keep hands off [[Greenland]]. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/canadian-pm-carney-warns-trump-keep-greenland-hints/][https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/canada-weighs-token-troop-deployment-greenland-fears-trump-wrath]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Tim Walz]] &amp; [[Mayor Frey]] under investigation''' for obstructing federal agents. [https://justthenews.com/government/federal-agencies/justice-department-investigates-walz-minneapolis-mayor-news-report] [[Subpoena]]s issued for Walz, [[Keith Ellison]], and Frey. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/doj-issues-subpoenas-walz-frey-other-far-left/][https://thepostmillennial.com/breaking-trump-doj-opens-investigation-into-tim-walz-jacob-frey-over-obstruction-of-ice-operations-report] Walz activates [[National Guard]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/01/18/minnesota-governor-activates-national-guard/] [[Trump]] readies [[Insurrection Act]]. [https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2026/01/18/trump-minnesota-insurrection-act/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of Israel]]'': [[Netanyahu]] fumes at [[Board of Peace (by Trump)|Gaza oversight panel]]''' makeup as [[Trump]] invites [[Erdogan]] to peace board. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/israel-fumes-at-gaza-oversight-panel-makeup-as-trump-invites-erdogan-to-peace-board/][https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/01/18/israel-not-happy-with-trump-appointed-turkey-and-qatar-roles-in-assisting-gaza-stabilization-and-executive-board/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[Supreme Court of the United States|Supreme Court]] seems receptive to [[transgender]] athlete bans&quot; [https://thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/5686818-transgender-athletes-supreme-court-case/ ''TheHill'']<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[Dem]] star in [[Texas]] is a [[Bible]]-thumping minister-in-training''': [[James Talarico]] surges to the lead for [[U.S. Senate]] nomination, and polls well against [[Republican]]s. [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/01/15/emerson-poll-texas-senate-crockett-talarico-cornyn-paxton-hunt-2026/] ''His views are more [[liberal claptrap]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Nobel Peace Prize|Nobel Committee]]''': [[Maria Corina Machado|Machado]] cannot give [[Nobel Peace Prize]] to [[Trump]]. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jan/11/nobel-institute-rejects-maria-corina-machados-offer-to-share-peace-prize-with-trump]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Scott Ritter]] de-banked.''' [https://scottritter.substack.com/p/de-banked] [[Trump]] to [[sue]] [[JPMorgan]] over debanking. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-he-plans-sue-jpmorgan-chase-allegedly-debanking-him]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] scam worsens''': &quot;[[Basketball]]’s Game-Fixing Scandal Now Includes 17 [[U.S.]] [[College]]s—and [[China]]’s Pro League.&quot; [https://www.wsj.com/sports/basketball/basketball-game-fixing-scandal-6227d65a ''[[WSJ]]'']<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corrupt]] [[Minnesota]] officials''' request [[public]] to conduct more [[chaos|chaotic]] actions to [[coverup]] [[criminal]] [[fraud]] by public officials. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/01/15/corrupt-minnesota-officials-request-public-to-conduct-more-chaotic-actions-to-coverup-criminal-fraud-by-public-officials/] [[ICE]] agent ambushed by 3 [[Venezuela]]n [[illegal alien]]s. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/dhs-releases-photos-identities-venezuelan-illegal-aliens-who/][https://thefederalist.com/2026/01/15/dhs-ice-agent-ambushed-assaulted-while-arresting-illegal-alien-in-minneapolis/]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Iranian]] people''' are paying the price for 50 years of [[Democrat]]s' bad [[policy]]. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/01/15/the-iranian-people-are-paying-the-price-for-50-years-of-democrats-bad-policy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Politico]]'': [[Neo-Nazi]] [[EU]] foreign minister''' [[Kaja Kallas]]: World woes mean it's time to [[alcoholism|start drinking]]. [https://www.politico.eu/article/eu-chief-diplomat-kaja-kallas-state-world-means-time-start-drinking/] [[European]]s changing their tune over [[Putin]] and [[Russia]]. [https://aearnur.substack.com/p/the-europeans-are-changing-their]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[China]] announces largest world's [[trade surplus]]''' ever, a 20% increase from 2024. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/13/business/china-trade-surplus-exports.html] [[USD|US Dollar]] represents ~40% of global [[currency reserves]], lowest in 20 years. [https://x.com/KobeissiLetter/status/2009441241637720254]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] bolsters [[Greenland]] after [[US]] threats.''' [https://www.newsweek.com/greenland-germany-sending-troops-nato-donald-trump-threats-11361535] [[Macron]] threatens [[US]] with 'unprecedented' consequences if it moves on Greenland. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/macron-threatens-us-unprecedented-consequences-if-it-moves/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Top Admiral concerned about extended deployments''' of carrier strike group after reassignment from [[Caribbean]] to [[Middle East]]. [https://www.twz.com/sea/navys-top-admiral-concerned-about-strain-on-ford-carrier-strike-group]<br /> ----<br /> '''Family, friends, &amp; neighbors''' standing up to [[TCC|Zelensky goons]] dragging men off to [[war]]. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/ukrainians-fight-back-family-friends-neighbors-start-standing-men-being-dragged-war]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;New project allows '''[[Shroud of Turin]] to be examined online'''&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/new-project-allows-shroud-of-turin-to-be-examined-online/?utm_source=popular] as viewed and explained in English at [https://www.avvolti.org/en/ Avvolti]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Tech]] hype''': &quot;[[Meta]] cuts more than 1,000 in [[Bay Area]] tech's first big layoff of 2026.&quot; [https://www.sfgate.com/tech/article/meta-layoff-1000-first-2026-21293134.php] ''[[AI]] replaces humans''<br /> ----<br /> '''In Good News: [[SCOTUS]] gives victory''' for [[election integrity]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/in-good-news-scotus-gives-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Public school]] collapse continues''': a post-[[Covid]] record of a 10,000-student decline in [[Colorado]] [https://coloradosun.com/2026/01/13/colorado-school-student-enrollment-drops-thousands/] while Broward County public schools face a [[Florida]] takeover after losing nearly $100M. [https://www.wlrn.org/education/2026-01-12/broward-school-district-receivership-takeover-desantis]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Bloomberg News|Bloomberg]]'': In latest [[escalation]], [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]''' attacks 2 tankers loading [[Kazakh]] oil in [[Black Sea]] including one chartered by [[Chevron]]. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/friendly-fire-ukrainian-drones-strike-oil-tankers-black/][https://www.energyconnects.com/news/oil/2026/january/kazakh-oil-shipments-slashed-again-as-key-port-is-disrupted/][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukrainian-drone-attacks-against-kazakhstans] Oil hits $65 per barrel. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Iran-Turmoil-Resurrects-Specter-of-Critical-Oil-Lane-Disruption.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[House Oversight]] moves to hold the [[Clinton]]'s in contempt.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/clintons-refuse-testify-about-jeffrey-epstein-contempt-threat-looms] [[House]] [[GOP]] has enough votes to hold Clintons in contempt. [https://justthenews.com/government/congress/comer-announces-he-has-votes-bring-contempt-charges-against-clintons] ''Remember, [[Steve Bannon]] and [[Peter Navarro]] went to jail for same offense.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Bondi]] on her way out?''' [https://archive.is/8OKSc]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Danish]] Defense Minister: [[China]]-[[Russia]]n threat''' to [[Greenland]] is [[delusion]]al. [https://mezha.net/eng/bukvy/denmark-s-defense-chief-comments-on-us-greenland-purchase-and-gdp-growth/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] stands strong against building senseless [[wind turbines]] along the [[East Coast]]''' [https://apnews.com/article/trump-offshore-wind-energy-climate-lawsuits-23b39c946dfe8b83fcd03c6a9c0f1e92] while [[California]] does not have a single one along its vast coastline.<br /> ----<br /> '''Proposed ban on [[private equity]] buying up homes''' -- which inflates their prices -- could address the affordability crisis for young adults. [https://revolver.news/2026/01/with-this-stunning-middle-class-move-trump-could-cinch-up-the-midterms/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Trump]] orders plans for invasion''' of [[Greenland]] - a move that could lead to collapse of [[NATO]]. [https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15452323/Donald-Trump-orders-army-chiefs-plan-invade-Greenland-President.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Larry Johnson]]: [[CIA]]/[[Mossad]] operation''' to spark a [[color revolution]] in [[Iran]] has failed. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-ciamossad-operation-to-spark] Iran jams Starlink intended to direct [[riot]]ers. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/iran-jams-starlink-in-game-changing]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''‘You’re geared to lose’''': Spike on why [[sports gambling]] is destroying young men.&quot; [https://mynorthwest.com/kiro-opinion/sports-gambling-young-men/4185189]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The American Conservative]]'': [[Machado]]'s failed''' [[Venezuela]]n gambit. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/machados-failed-venezuelan-gambit/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]]-[[Russia]] [[START II|nuclear arms pact]]''' perilously nears expiration. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/01/12/us-russia-nuclear-arms-pact-perilously-nears-expiration/] Russia tests [[Sarmat|Sarmat 2]]. [https://youtu.be/kmeCzC6oiPs]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Democrat]]s last rodeo?''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/democrats-last-rodeo]<br /> ----<br /> '''Woman killed in [[Minneapolis]]''' was an out-of-state '[[ICE]] Watch' [[activist]] trained to resist Fed agents: Report. [https://nypost.com/2026/01/08/us-news/renee-nicole-good-was-minneapolis-ice-watch-warrior-who-trained-to-resist-feds-before-shooting/] Footage shows Federal agent's perspective. [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/watch-new-footage-shows-federal-agents-perspective-minneapolis-ice-involved-shooting]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] supreme leader to [[Trump]]:''' manage your own country. [https://justthenews.com/world/middle-east/iran-supreme-leader-tells-trump-manage-his-own-country-unrest-spreads-leading-65]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mike Mihajlovic]]: Why [[Venezuela]]'s [[air defense]] failed.''' [https://bmanalysis.substack.com/p/venezuela-raid-aftermath-i] Directed energy weapon allegedly used on [[Maduro]] bodyguards. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/01/11/maduro-bodyguard-reveals-stunning-information-about-u-s-attack-on-compound-was-a-sonic-weapon-deployed/][https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/must-watch-peter-doocy-shows-footage-himself-being/][https://www.twz.com/news-features/did-a-mysterious-sonic-weapon-really-aid-delta-force-in-capturing-maduro]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gen Z]] interest in the [[Bible]] surges in [[Britain]]''': sales up 134% to Brits in six years, and up 28% from 2024 to 2025 alone. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/uk-salvation-bible-sales-surge-134-britain-hit/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FAFO]]: [[Russia]] [[Oreshnik]]s [[military]] target near [[Lviv]]. ''' [https://x.com/Megatron_ron/status/2009404753533386785][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/swift-retaliation-putin-launches] [[Gilbert Doctorow]]: Oreshnik is a warning to [[NATO]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/gilbert-doctorow-russias-oreshnik]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Pope Leo XIV|Pope Leo]]: '[[war]] is back in vogue'.''' [https://www.ncronline.org/vatican/pope-leo-warns-war-back-vogue-hardens-stance-abortion]<br /> ----<br /> '''''Breaking:'' 2 wounded''' in [[federal]] [[law enforcement]] shooting in [[Portland, Oregon|Portland]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/federal-agencies/two-wounded-federal-law-enforcement-shooting-portland]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]]s fail to override [[Trump]]'s veto of the handout to [[Colorado]]''', which holds [[Tina Peters]] as a political prisoner in a grotesque 9-year sentence for seeking [[election integrity]].<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] invokes War Powers resolution''' against any further use of force against [[Venezuela]]. ''5 [[Republican]]s boost Sen. [[Rand Paul]]'s margin to 52-47''. [https://www.ft.com/content/f21bf2dd-dae3-45cb-b0ce-d8618f53c3a5][https://responsiblestatecraft.org/rand-paul-trump-venezuela/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Crew of seized Russian-flagged oil tanker''' consists of 17 [[Ukrainian]]s, 3 [[Republic of Georgia|Georgians]], 3 citizens of [[India]] and 2 [[Russian]]s. [https://www.rt.com/news/630753-us-tanker-crew-moscow/] US releases Russians at [[Kremlin]]'s request.<br /> ----<br /> '''End of [[globalism]]''': &quot;[[U.S.|US]] will exit dozens of international organizations as it further retreats from global cooperation.&quot; [https://www.aol.com/articles/us-exit-dozens-international-organizations-221115672.html][https://alexkrainer.substack.com/p/yuuge-trump-withdraws-us-from-66]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Politico]]'': [[Trump]] orders [[MIC|defense companies]]''' to stop stock buybacks, dividends. [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/01/07/trump-orders-defense-companies-to-stop-stock-buybacks-dividends-00714621] Trump threatens to kneecap [[Raytheon]]. [https://www.axios.com/2026/01/07/trump-rtx-raytheon-dod-contracts]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;Chaos Erupts After [[ICE]] Fatally Shoots [[Minneapolis]] Rioter&quot;''' whom [[DHS]] alleges &quot;weaponized her vehicle, attempting to run over our law enforcement officers in an attempt to kill them.&quot; [https://justthenews.com/government/federal-agencies/shooting-involving-federal-agents-minneapolis-amid-immigration][https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/breaking-chaos-erupts-after-ice-fatally-shoots-minneapolis/] [[George Floyd]] redux: Rioters storm [[Minnesota]] courthouse. [https://potustoast.com/rioters-storm-minneapolis-courthouse-following-ice-involved-incident/] [[FBI]] investigating organizers, funders of anti-[[ICE]] protests. [https://justthenews.com/government/security/patel-says-fbi-investigating-organizers-funders-anti-ice-protests-impeding-law]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Anna Paulina Luna]] refers [[Tim Walz]],''' [[Keith Ellison]] to [[DOJ]] for [[criminal]] charges over [[Minnesota]] [[Somali]] [[fraud]]. [https://thepostmillennial.com/anna-paulina-luna-refers-tim-walz-keith-ellison-to-doj-for-criminal-charges-over-minnesota-somali-fraud]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Military]] force v. [[Rules-based order]]''': [[Danny Davis]] now appearing on [[UK]] [[media]]. [https://youtu.be/lsqUMNAOk1U] Editorial boards cheer Trump Doctrine in [[Venezuela]]. [https://fair.org/home/editorial-boards-cheer-trump-doctrine-in-venezuela/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] member Denmark instructs troops''' to shoot first ask questions later if [[US]] invades [[Greenland]]. [https://removepaywalls.com/https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/01/07/denmark-usa-trump-shoot-first-ask-questions-later-greenland]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christopher Rufo]]: The twilight of the dissident [[right]].''' [https://christopherrufo.com/p/the-twilight-of-the-dissident-right]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] forces attempting to board''' [[Russian]] flagged tanker in [[Atlantic Ocean|North Atlantic]]. [https://t.me/wartimedia/112973] [[Col Macgregor]]: [[US]] seizure of Russian-flagged tanker a dangerous [[escalation]]. [https://youtu.be/obntqXLxGRQ]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] [[White House]] launches website''' detailing 'true story' of [[J6]]. [https://thepostmillennial.com/trump-white-house-launches-website-detailing-true-story-of-j6] [[Biden FBI]] put [[Texas]] [[Catholic]] [[school]] teacher on J6 'watchlist' after false tip from 'former friend'. [https://thepostmillennial.com/biden-fbi-put-texas-catholic-school-teacher-on-j6-watchlist-after-false-tip-from-former-friend]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft]]''' – [[Interventionism]] on steroids. [https://youtu.be/5tVtQ7t1B8U]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal]] discrimination against [[Department of Homeland Security|DHS]]''': 27-year-old [[conservative]] journalist gets Hilton to revoke its franchise of a [[Minneapolis]] hotel he videoed refusing to book rooms for DHS agents. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/06/hilton-hotels-dhs-minneapolis-immigration-ban.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[GOP]] [[House]] majority drops to a margin of just 2 votes''', with the unexpected passing away of Rep. [[Doug LaMalfa]] (R-CA). [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/gop-rep-doug-lamalfa-dies-65-rcna252553] ''Our [[prayers]] go out to his family''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[John Mearsheimer]] vs [[John Bolton]] on [[Venezuela]].''' [https://youtu.be/QWUPMZXZwpE]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'': [[US]] may subsidize [[oil]] companies''' to rebuild [[Venezuela]]'s [[energy]] [[infrastructure]], [[Trump]] says. [https://archive.ph/Nqcau#selection-1071.0-1083.7] ''Oh, like the oil companies don't have [[money]] but we [[taxpayer]]s do. Okay...''<br /> ----<br /> '''Will [[Denmark]] ask [[Russia]] or [[China]]''' for security guarantees if the [[United States]] decides to invade [[Greenland]]? [https://youtu.be/2fvpAqRZfQ4] Denmark warns [[NATO]] is over if [[US]] invades [[Greenland]]. [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/01/denmark-warns-nato-is-if-us-moves-greenland/][https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-greenland-next/] ''[[Politico]]'': Take Greenland, lose [[NATO]]. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/west-wing-playbook-remaking-government/2026/01/09/take-greenland-lose-nato-00720415]<br /> ----</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Tina_Peters&diff=2196075 Tina Peters 2026-06-01T19:11:48Z <p>Aschlafly: </p> <hr /> <div>[[File:Tina Peters.PNG|right|200px|thumb|Tina Peters]]<br /> '''Tina Peters''', age 70 (as of Nov. 2025), is a former Mesa County, Colorado, clerk who has been imprisoned on politically motivated charges of scheming to breach voting machine data, as she sought to ensure [[election integrity]] in the [[2020 presidential election]]. '''''For years Tina Peters has been a political prisoner of the [[Left]]''''', similar to what [[American]]s have properly complained about in foreign countries. She was finally released from prison by the [[liberal]] tyrants in [[Colorado]] on June 1, 2026.<br /> <br /> [[Democrat]]-controlled [[Colorado]] absurdly sentenced her to 9 years in prison, rather than the probation that many expected on the rarely used charges filed against her. No one has ever been given such a long prison sentence on similar facts. The Colorado sentencing judge repeatedly called Peters a &quot;charlatan&quot; during the sentencing hearing,&lt;ref&gt;https://coloradonewsline.com/2024/10/03/tina-peters-former-mesa-county-clerk-sentenced-to-9-years-in-prison-over-voting-systems-breach/&lt;/ref&gt; which of course would not be a crime anyway.<br /> <br /> On November 12, 2025, [[Trump]]'s [[DOJ]] sent an official letter to Colorado requesting her release to federal custody,&lt;ref&gt;https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/colorado-news/tina-peters-not-going-into-federal-custody/73-183803a6-3334-4793-ac61-e186d70a94f4&lt;/ref&gt; which Colorado officials rejected in late November.&lt;ref&gt;https://coloradosun.com/2025/11/26/tina-peters-jared-polis-prison-transfer/&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> Tina Peters' age and poor health rendered it possible that she could die in jail as a political prisoner of the [[Left]]. Acting in self-interest after [[Trump]] vetoed an aid package for Colorado that had passed [[Congress]], the Colorado Governor finally commuted Tina Peters' sentence on June 1 and ordered her release from prison.<br /> <br /> == References ==<br /> {{reflist}}<br /> [[category:Police State]]</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Tina_Peters&diff=2196074 Tina Peters 2026-06-01T19:09:00Z <p>Aschlafly: She was finally released from prison by the liberal tyrants in Colorado on June 1, 2026.</p> <hr /> <div>[[File:Tina Peters.PNG|right|200px|thumb|Tina Peters]]<br /> '''Tina Peters''', age 70 (as of Nov. 2025), is a former Mesa County, Colorado, clerk who has been imprisoned on politically motivated charges of scheming to breach voting machine data, as she sought to ensure [[election integrity]] in the [[2020 presidential election]]. '''''For years Tina Peters has been a political prisoner of the [[Left]]''''', similar to what [[American]]s have properly complained about in foreign countries. She was finally released from prison by the [[liberal]] tyrants in [[Colorado]] on June 1, 2026.<br /> <br /> [[Democrat]]-controlled [[Colorado]] absurdly sentenced her to 9 years in prison, rather than the probation that many expected on the rarely used charges filed against her. No one has ever been given such a long prison sentence on similar facts. The Colorado sentencing judge repeatedly called Peters a &quot;charlatan&quot; during the sentencing hearing,&lt;ref&gt;https://coloradonewsline.com/2024/10/03/tina-peters-former-mesa-county-clerk-sentenced-to-9-years-in-prison-over-voting-systems-breach/&lt;/ref&gt; which of course would not be a crime anyway.<br /> <br /> On November 12, 2025, [[Trump]]'s [[DOJ]] sent an official letter to Colorado requesting her release to federal custody,&lt;ref&gt;https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/colorado-news/tina-peters-not-going-into-federal-custody/73-183803a6-3334-4793-ac61-e186d70a94f4&lt;/ref&gt; which Colorado officials rejected in late November.&lt;ref&gt;https://coloradosun.com/2025/11/26/tina-peters-jared-polis-prison-transfer/&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> Tina Peters' age and poor health render it possible that she could die in jail as a political prisoner of the [[Left]].<br /> == References ==<br /> {{reflist}}<br /> [[category:Police State]]</div> Aschlafly https://conservapedia.com/index.php?title=Template:Mainpageright&diff=2196073 Template:Mainpageright 2026-06-01T19:06:45Z <p>Aschlafly: Political prisoner Tina Peters released from jail by Colorado liberals: &quot;I know that the Democrats are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she today.</p> <hr /> <div>&lt;noinclude&gt;__NOTOC__&lt;div style=&quot;width:45%&quot;&gt;<br /> {| style=&quot;width:47%; border: #ff0000 solid 1px; -moz-bord'''Seter-radius: 10px; background: lightgrey; margin-bottom: 0.4em;&quot;/]<br /> | &lt;div style=&quot;-moz-border-radius-topright: .10px; -moz-border-radius-topleft: 10px; background: #00a2ff; text-align:; font-size: 100%; padding: 3px;&quot;&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;nounderlines&quot;&gt;'''&lt;font style=&quot;trebuchet ms&quot; color=&quot;# 00ccff&quot;&gt;Welcome to Conservapedia!&lt;/font&gt;'''&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;<br /> |}<br /> &lt;/noinclude&gt;<br /> '''Political prisoner [[Tina Peters]] released from jail by [[Colorado]] [[liberals]]''': &quot;I know that the [[Democrat]]s are going to cheat, and no one is really addressing the problem that I spent my time in prison as retribution for,” she today. [https://apnews.com/article/colorado-election-clerk-peters-prison-release-b974d394595c75a6db831962551d094f]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Dem]] [[James Talarico]] leads [[Republican]] [[Ken Paxton]] by 47-44%''' [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5902035-texas-senate-race-poll/] in a race deciding which party controls the [[U.S. Senate]]. Talarico &amp; [[Platner]] unvetted. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/31/faiz-shakir-quibbles-pat-mchenry-nazi-graham-platner-tattoos-abc-news-this-week/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Hundreds of thousands in [[atheistic]] [[London]] turn out to celebrate the &quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' (Arsenal) [[soccer]] [[Premier League]] championship. [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5px7jv92eo] ''The [[NFL]] cannot draw a crowd that large''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Just the News]]'': [[Democrat]] [[populist]] [[Graham Platner]]'''’s wife says she's ‘really angry’ his extramarital sexting was publicly disclosed. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/graham-platners-wife-says-shes-really-angry-his-extramarital-sexting-was][https://www.frontpagemag.com/communist-nazi-maine-senate-candidate-cheated-on-his-wife-on-app-with-child-sex-problem/][https://themainemonitor.org/platner-reddit-comments/] Platner forcing [[Dems]] to reckon with 'Vote Blue No Matter Who'. [https://theintercept.com/2026/05/28/graham-platner-jake-auchincloss-democrats-maine-senate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Times of India]]'': [[Zelensky]] attacks [[ZNPP|nuclear power plant]] again.''' [https://youtu.be/JRT8jmhBc60]<br /> ----<br /> '''Unelected [[Ukrainian]] [[dictator]] [[Volodymyr Zelensky]]''' appears on [[CBS]] ''[[Face the Nation]]''. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QINaZhSeGo] ''Zelensky is the target of [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] [[scandal]]s with [[US]] [[taxpayer]] [[money]].'' [https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-corruption-scandal-explained-100m-plot-rocking-volodymyr-zelenskyy-energy-sector/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Corpus Christi]] and much of [[Texas]] are running out of [[water]]''' [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/29/texas-corpus-christi-water-crisis-few-options/] while politicians have brought in 460 [[data centers]] plus another 100 planned or being constructed.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[College]] crisis as the [[NCAA]] is failing to get its bill through [[Congress]] to save college sports''' [https://www.si.com/fannation/college/cfb-hq/news/paul-finebaum-warns-college-football-heading-toward-major-crisis-sec-meetings] and [[anarchy]] looms amid financial failure at many universities.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Best of the public]] at the men's French Open''': victories by virtual unknowns over all the prior champions, including a [[Brazil]]ian teenager ousting [[Essay:Greatest Conservative Sports Star|Greatest Conservative Sports Star]] Novak Djokovic, gracious in defeat. [https://apnews.com/article/french-open-swiatek-djokovic-02d2512a8a45f977e9a00b8bfeeb3db1]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Canada]]'s [[vaccine police]]''': &quot;Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians have declined [[vaccine]]s: survey.&quot;[https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/nearly-1-in-4-canadians-have-declined-vaccines-survey/?utm_source=most_recent]<br /> ----<br /> '''One step to the brink: [[NATO]]'s march''' to [[war]] with [[Russia]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/one-step-away-from-the-brink-natos][https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/will-russia-strike-targets-in-europe][https://strategic-culture.su/news/2026/05/28/nato-terrorism-calculated-psyop-undermine-putin/] [[Brit]]s, [[French]], &amp; [[German]]s on Russia’s doorstep. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-brits-french-germans-are-now-right-on-russias-doorstep.html] [[Baltic states]] forcing Russia's hand. [https://thealtworld.com/finian_cunningham/forcing-russias-hand-as-baltic-states-escalate-war] [[Europe]] uses Ukraine to expand [[war]]. [https://glenndiesen.substack.com/p/europe-uses-ukraine-to-expand-war][https://korybko.substack.com/p/a-new-iron-curtain-is-inevitable]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Polish]] [[President Nawrocki]] to revoke''' [[Poland]]'s highest honor from [[Zelensky]] over [[Nazi]] atrocities against [[Pole]]s. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/nawrocki-plans-to-revoke-polands][https://youtu.be/jHTvd_nwduU] [[Ukrainian]] [[journalist]] destroys Zelensky for Nazi support. [https://youtu.be/rHaXViM9P5o][https://korybko.substack.com/p/ukraine-is-now-indisputably-an-anti]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Reuters]]'' whitewashes [[Ukraine]]'s top [[Nazi]] [[Andriy Biletsky]] in interview.''' [https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/senior-ukrainian-commander-sees-imminent-turning-point-war-2026-05-27/][https://youtu.be/MdxtJrzORsU?t=912]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conservapedia proven right]], again''': &quot;[[Pete Buttigieg|Buttigieg]] leads crowded 2028 [[Democratic]] field in new poll&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5898010-pete-buttigieg-democratic-presidential-primary-poll/] because Mayor Pete's married to a man and that's what [[liberal]]s want as president. <br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] opposes foreign wars, [[private equity]], [[data center]]s, and [[prediction markets]]''' - his lead grows to 9 points over incumbent Sen. [[Susan Collins]] (R-ME). [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5897823-graham-platner-susan-collins-maine-senate-race-poll/] ''[[NY Post]]'': [[Dems]] cut ties with [[scandal]]-plagued Graham Platner, warn of ‘civil war’ in [[political party|party]]. [https://nypost.com/2026/05/27/us-news/dems-cut-ties-with-scandal-plagued-graham-platner-warn-of-civil-war-in-party/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''The Class of 2026 is facing the worst job market''' in years.&quot; [https://www.bangordailynews.com/2026/05/27/state/state-education/maine-college-grads-face-worst-job-market-in-years/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[2026 midterm elections]] update''': 6 [[GOP]] [[Senate]] seats at risk of flipping; if [[Dem]]s win 4 of 6 they take control. [https://www.realclearpolling.com/maps/senate/2026/toss-up] [[Trump]]: ‘I don’t care about the midterms’. [https://archive.is/9f6kD#selection-1503.0-1503.40]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[FBI]] arrests former [[CIA]] official''' over $40 million worth of [[gold]] bars stashed at [[Virginia]] home. [https://justthenews.com/government/courts-law/fbi-arrests-cia-official-over-40-million-worth-gold-bars-stashed-virginia] The stranger story is how the guy got hired by the CIA in the first place. [https://www.kunstler.com/p/like-a-naked-emperor]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Putin]] takes the gloves off.''' [https://youtu.be/SyKkgVtuw4g] [[Prof Pape]]: [[Iran]] in the driver's seat. [https://youtu.be/4_wMLwkzBLs]<br /> ----<br /> '''A goose egg for predatory [[gambling]] in [[Texas]]''': [[conservative]] anti-[[casino]] Bo French leads pro-[[gambling]] incumbent Jim Wright in a stunning upset for Railroad Commissioner. [https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-railroad-commissioner-runoff.html]<br /> &lt;br&gt;'''UPDATE''': Bo French is declared the winner! [https://www.texastribune.org/2026/05/27/texas-railroad-commission-republican-primary-runoff-wright-french/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Paxton]] beats incumbent [[RINO]] [[Cornyn]]''' in [[Texas]] [[GOP]] [[Senate]] runoff. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/ken-paxton-ousts-john-cornyn-historic-texas-senate-primary-ap]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Graham Platner]] takes down [[private equity]] for ruining professional [[baseball]]''', with an ad during a [[Boston Red Sox]] game. [https://apnews.com/article/platner-maine-red-sox-senate-0e275909590a1b8784d8edcb937ce9fe]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;[[Bible]] Brothers&quot;''' -- the nickname for the devoutly [[Christian]] Arsenal champion soccer team -- '''won 1st place in the most-watched sports league in the world''' (the [[English Premier League|Premier League]], with 8x as many viewers as the [[NFL]]). ''They &quot;[[prayer|pray]] together before matches and take part in [[Bible]] studies while staying at team hotels.&quot;'' [https://premierchristian.news/us/news/article/arsenal-s-christian-stars-make-bold-faith-statement-after-title-victory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Consumer confidence]] falls''' again. [https://apnews.com/article/confidence-inflation-economy-4f681cecfa63fe251f5bb12bb4b949c6]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Democrat]] [[Graham Pratner]] catches friendly fire''' for [[Nazi]] [[tattoo]]. [https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/05/26/house-democrat-opposes-partys-maine-senate-candidate/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Lavrov]] to [[Rubio]]: evacuate [[Kyiv]]''' ASAP. [[US]]/[[EU]] ignore warning. [https://youtu.be/-unH2HkyF4U]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mark Wauck]]: The state of [[negotiation]]s''' with [[Iran]]. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/the-state-of-negotiations-with-iran] [[Vaughn Cordle]]: The 60-day illusion. [https://vaughncordle.substack.com/p/the-60-day-illusion] Iran downs another $30 million MQ-9 Reaper [[drone]], forces [[F-35]] to flee in [[US]] attack.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Progressive]]s win another upset landslide victory''', this time in a [[Dem]] [[House]] primary in [[Philadelphia]]. [https://whyy.org/articles/chris-rabb-win-philadelphia-progressives/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[France|French]] President [[Emmanuel Macron|Macron]] Booed Heavily''' During Humiliating Appearance at French Cup Final Soccer Match.&quot; [https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/video-french-president-macron-booed-heavily-during-humiliating/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Patrick Lawrence]]: The cokehead of [[Kiev]],''' exposed. [https://consortiumnews.com/2026/05/26/patrick-lawrence-the-cokehead-of-kiev-exposed/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] warns [[diplomat]]s and [[civilian]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]] immediately. [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/keep-an-eye-on-kiev]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]] &amp; [[BBC]] refuse invitation''' to document [[Ukraine]] murder of [[Lugansk]] schoolchildren. The murder of innocents. ''See no evil.'' [https://julianmacfarlane.substack.com/p/the-murder-of-innocents] The Starobelsk Dormitory bombing reflects horribly on [[Ukraine]] &amp; its [[Western alliance|Western]] patrons. [https://substack.com/home/post/p-199285341]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] attacks [[Lugansk]] [[school]] with multiple [[drone]]s,''' numerous dead ages 14-18. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/22/zelenskyy-bombs-college-dormitory-in-starobilsk-luhansk-with-16-drones-numerous-dead-search-and-recovery-efforts-continue-for-missing-age-14-to-18/][https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jRfnpJ1gA4][https://www.rt.com/russia/640362-school-dorm-drone-strike/][https://youtu.be/N2Y0NARS3Lc] [[Zelensky]] murders [[children]] he accused [[Putin]] of kidnapping. [https://youtu.be/sxu3yp7A1lg] [[Kyiv]] hit with [[Oreshnik]] in retaliation. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rsHirU0zI&amp;pp=wgIGCgQQAhgB] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] resigns.''' [https://www.reuters.com/world/us/gabbard-resigns-trumps-national-intelligence-director-fox-news-digital-reports-2026-05-22/] ''She was the voice of reason against the [[neocon]]s''. [https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/why-tulsi-gabbard-resigned] &quot;[[Tulsi Gabbard]]’s departure is a blow to the coalition of [[Trump 2.0]].&quot; [https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/tulsi-gabbard-resignation-husband-trump-jmmpftrbj]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] creates Persian Gulf Port Authority''' to collect tolls. [https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/world/what-is-the-persian-gulf-strait-authority-pgsa-iran-s-new-hormuz-maritime-body-raises-concerns-for-the-uae/ar-AA23NQ91] ''[[NYT]]'': Iran and [[Oman]] in talks over [[Strait of Hormuz]] ship payment system. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/world/middleeast/iran-strait-of-hormuz-tolls.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Commencement speaker and [[Apple Inc.|Apple]] co-founder [[Steve Wozniak]] is the only one who mentioned [[AI]] to applause rather than boos''': “You all have AI—actual intelligence ... I was at a company where the engineers figured out how to make a brain&quot; and it “takes nine months.” [https://www.fastcompany.com/91545731/this-sentence-about-ai-got-apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-applause-not-boos-for-his-commencement-speech]<br /> ----<br /> '''Why [[Trump]] threatened [[Iran]] and backed''' down on the same day. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-cancels-last-minute-attack] ''The [[US]] spent more of its high-end [[weapon]]s to protect [[Israel]] than Israel did, including 200 [[THAAD]] [[missile]]s at $13 million apiece.'' [https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-used-over-half-its-thaad-interceptors-defending-israel-during-iran-war-report/] Iran has destroyed $1 Billion in [[America]]'s most sophisticated weaponry in 6 weeks. [https://www.zerohedge.com/military/pentagon-concedes-us-provided-most-israels-missile-defense-during-iran-war] [[Larry Johnson]]: Looks like [[CIA]] analysts are doing a pretty good job regarding Iran.[https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/looks-like-cia-analysts-are-doing]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CDM]]: Total [[war]] is returning to [[Europe]]''' as [[Moscow]] responds to [[EU]] threat against [[Kaliningrad]] with nuclear drill, [[Ukraine]] using [[Lithuanian]] airspace to attack [[Russia]]. [https://cdm.press/analysis/2026/05/21/total-war-is-returning-to-europe-as-moscow-responds-to-eu-threat-against-kaliningrad-with-nuclear-drill-ukraine-using-lithuanian-airspace-to-attack-russia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''The Dallas Express'': [[Soros]] funded''' opposition to [[Texas]] [[data center]] expansion. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/soros-funded-indivisible-targets-texas-110022116.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Big Tech]] destroying jobs''': [[AI]] company predicts [[unemployment]] will increase to 10% due to [[AI]]. [https://www.thedailyupside.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/tech-layoffs-mount-as-grads-boo-the-ai-ified-job-market/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Oil]] spikes → [[fertilizer]] spikes → [[food]] spikes.''' [https://citizenwatchreport.com/oil-spikes-%E2%86%92-fertilizer-spikes-%E2%86%92-food-spikes/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal media]]''': &quot;[[Jeff Bezos]] Refuses to Subsidize Failing ''[[Washington Post]]''.&quot; [https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2026/05/20/nolte-jeff-bezos-refuses-to-subsidize-failing-washington-post/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Trump]]-[[Netanyahu]]'s plan''' was to install [[Holocaust denier]] [[Mahmoud Ahmadinejad]] in power in [[Iran]] after whacking the [[Ayatollah]]. [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/19/us/politics/iran-israel-us-leader-ahmadinejad.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] trounced his stooge opponent among voters under 55''' [https://x.com/TheLaurenChen/status/2056752680207323611] demonstrating that Massie is the future rather than grandmas who believe what they see on [[Fox News]]. [https://youtu.be/zbRegUM0y68]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: The significance of [[Thomas Massie]]'s primary defeat.''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/the-significance-of-thomas-massies] [[Caitlin Johnstone]]: [[American]] [[democracy]] does not exist. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/american-democracy-does-not-exist] ''[[AIPAC]] spent a record $32 million in a [[primary election]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] endorses [[Paxton]] over [[Cornyn]].''' [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/trump-endorses-ken-paxton-texas-senate/] ''Cornyn wrote the [[Ukraine aid]] bill and has done nothing to pass the SAVE Act.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Senate]] advances [[AUMF]] for [[Iran]]''' with 60-day limit. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-advances-resolution-end-iran-war-trump-bill-cassidy-rcna346001]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Massie]] loses''' to [[Trump]]-backed stooge. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/19/thomas-massie-ed-gallrein-kentucky-house-donald-trump-spending/] ''[[Ed Gallrein]] is thought to be a [[deep state]]r by many.'' [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/an-election-for-the-ages-bb5]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Pentagon]] urged no resumption of strikes''' as [[Iran]] grew more effective tracking [[US]] air ops. [https://www.zerohedge.com/energy/oil-slides-iran-says-us-agreed-lift-oil-sanctions-during-negotiation-period] ''Hint: It's actually [[Russian]] &amp; [[Chinese]] satellite tracking &amp; [[air defense]] systems delivered overland which the [[US Navy]] &amp; [[economic sanctions]] cannot stop.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] and [[Putin]] both threaten to [[escalate]]''' with dangerous consequences for the international [[economy]]. [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/putins-incentive-to-escalate]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] needs a [[war]]''' as he falters [[domestic]]ly. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/as-netanyahu-falters-domestically]<br /> ----<br /> '''How [[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] is [[sabotage|sabotaging]] the [[multipolar]]''' world and [[sacrifice|sacrificing]] [[Europe]]. [https://www.thomasfazi.com/p/controlled-chaos-how-washington-is][https://www.foxnews.com/politics/poland-seeks-answers-after-pentagon-scraps-planned-us-armored-brigade-rotation]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[SVR]]: [[Ukraine]] plans to launch [[Drone warfare|drone attack]]s''' from [[Latvia]] on [[Russia]]. [https://youtu.be/ZnPrvaM0qMQ] ''[[NATO]] membership will not save Latvia from retaliation.'' [https://korybko.substack.com/p/how-likely-is-it-that-russias-next] [[Russian]] [[SVR]] hints strikes on [[NATO]] 'decision-making centers' after latest [[drone]] provocations. [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russian-svr-hints-strikes-on-nato]<br /> ----<br /> '''Did [[Trump]] trade [[Taiwan]] to [[China]]''' to end the [[Iran]] and [[Russia]] [[war]]s? [https://oilprice.com/Geopolitics/International/Did-Trump-Trade-Taiwan-To-China-To-End-The-Iran-And-Russia-Wars.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Higher oil prices have cost [[US]] [[consumer]]s''' $45 Billion since [[Iran War]] began. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Crude-Oil/Higher-Oil-Prices-Have-Cost-US-Consumers-45-Billion-Since-Iran-War-Began.html][https://youtu.be/7miRCLeFSJo]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Telegraph]]'': [[Iran]] sends ultimatum to [[FIFA]],''' demands total [[Gay pride|Pride flag]] ban at 2026 [[World Cup]]. [https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/05/10/iran-fifa-10-point-ultimatum-world-cup-trump-infantino-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Rubio]] trashes global [[migration]] [[policies]]''' in [[Europe]] to standing ovation. [https://revolver.news/2026/05/marco-rubio-just-reset-third-world-migration-and-europe-gave-him-a-standing-ovation/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[debt]] is now bigger''' than the [[economy]]. That’s not the real problem. [https://archive.is/j91s4#selection-4631.0-4631.70]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Conflicts Forum]]: 'Bitter Truths' -- [[Israel]] is collapsing''' under its 'permanent [[security]]' [[war]]s. [https://conflictsforum.substack.com/p/bitter-truths-israel-is-collapsing] [[Alastair Crooke]]: Israel's war unraveling [[America]]. [https://youtu.be/tOfZZaWHyHM] [[Lindsey Graham]]: 'The [[Iran War]] is worth losing my job' (and how to make that happen). [https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/lindsey-graham-the-iran-war-is-worth][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-fair-weather-fans-want-him-to-destroy-his-presidency/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Trump]] and delegation were unprepared''' to address long-standing [[trade]], [[diplomacy]] and [[security]] issues in [[Eurasia]]. [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/from-china-with-nothing] [[Nawfal]] interviews [[Sean Foo]]: [[China]] [[negotiation]]s collapse. [https://youtu.be/JDi4p2BB_-Q]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Russia]] uses new [[missile]] system''' on [[Dnipro]]. [https://youtu.be/9FPZY0xv4BI]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Daily Mail]]'': [[Leak]]ed information says [[Starmer]] has decided to quit.''' [https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15824081/DAN-HODGES-sources-tell-Keir-decided-stand-hell-terms.html] ''Fourth [[UK]] [[Prime Minister]] out since they decided to try and oust [[Putin]] less than 4 years ago.<br /> ----<br /> '''Another pro-[[impeachment and removal|impeachment]] [[Opposition to Donald Trump|opponent to Trump]] loses badly in his own primary''': Sen. [[Bill Cassidy]] (R-LA) comes in third. [https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-republican-senate-primary-2026-cassidy-letlow-1c8b927fd981c40cb4a538b0f89671dc] ''Now he can read up on [[freedom of speech]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[Trump]] leaves [[Xi]] summit''' with little to show for it. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/trump-xi-summit-taiwan/][https://youtu.be/ULvJ4cINIWo] No signed agreements or joint statement. [https://sonar21.com/22945-2/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': Chinese companies routing [[weapon]]s to [[Iran]]''' through third countries to hide origins. [https://sonar21.com/what-the-us-media-is-saying-about-trumps-trip-to-china/] Oilprice.com: 'oil disruptions increasingly look structural rather than temporary'. [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Beijings-Silence-Is-Fueling-the-Hormuz-Crisis.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Xi Jinping]] warns [[Trump]] on [[Taiwan]].''' [https://youtu.be/UIkxx0laUmE][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/14/trump-xi-beijing-summit-trade-taiwan-ai-iran-rare-earths-tariffs.html] Trump eyes massive arms package after Xi's warning. [https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/wheres-the-beef-trumps-underwhelming-meeting-with-xi/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran War]] back on.''' [https://nypost.com/2026/05/16/world-news/pentagon-making-plans-for-more-punishing-strikes-in-iran/] ''[[Daily Caller]]'': [[Trump]] tells ''Daily Caller'' reporter he doesn’t ‘think about’ [[American]]s’ [[finance]]s in waging [[Iran War]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/12/trump-america-wallet-finances-iran-war-nuclear-weapon-inflation-reagan-reese/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-36-trump-on-costs-of-war-i-dont-think-about-americans-financial-situations/][https://youtu.be/QCUzMPfGuZY][https://youtu.be/q_NMX1KKxis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Insider trading]] update: [[Gates Foundation]] dumps''' entire [[Microsoft]] holdings. [https://x.com/MarketMatrixs/status/2055393962270351738] ''Even they know the jig is up.''<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Potato]] futures up 700%.''' [https://www.rt.com/business/640034-middle-east-war-potato-prices-spike/]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;[[CIA]] [[Whistleblower]] alleges '''massive [[Covid coverup|cover-up on origins of COVID-19]]'''.&quot; [https://foxbaltimore.com/news/nation-world/cia-whistleblower-alleges-massive-cover-up-on-origins-of-covid-19-seafood-pandemic-illness-coronavirus-medical-conspiracies-homeland-security-senate-laboratory-lab-leak]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s connections to the [[Russian]] [[mafia]].''' [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/zelenskys-russian-mob-connections] the 'Russian' mob in [[Ukraine]]: 1994-2026. [https://eventsinukraine.substack.com/p/the-russian-mob-in-ukraine-1994-2026]<br /> ----<br /> ''''100% Correct:' [[Trump]] agrees with [[Xi]]''''s '[[US]] in decline' comment. [https://www.news18.com/explainers/us-is-declining-4-reasons-xi-jinping-is-100-correct-like-donald-trump-said-ws-l-10092523.html] [[Oil]] prices rise, [https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Oil-Prices-Surge-as-Hormuz-Shutdown-Keeps-Supply-Fears-Alive.html] market falls. [https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/trump-talk-thucydides-trap-threat-triggers-market-mayhem-overnight]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[RINO]] lied about his military service''' in his attempt to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] [[Thomas Massie]]. [https://x.com/jeffersonation1/status/2055005590296912061?s=20] ''$10M in funding of the RINO by billionaires can't fix that''. &quot;Crowd Turns on [[Ed Gallrein]] ([[Thomas Massie]]'s Opponent) at Campaign Event&quot; in [[Kentucky]]. [https://x.com/KYCooperrider/status/2054900959147360654?s=20] [[Boebert]] backs [[Massie]]. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/15/lauren-boebert-trump-thomas-massie/]<br /> ----<br /> '''1600 [[drone]]s: Largest ever [[Russian]] attack on [[Zelensky regime]].''' [https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/russia-rocks-ukraine-with-unprecedented]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Newsweek]]'': [[Donald Trump]]’s approval rating''' plunges with white [[evangelical]] [[Christian]]s. [https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-approval-rating-white-evangelical-christians-11922337][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/trumps-evangelical-support-might-be-declining/] ''[[The American Conservative]]'': Antiwar [[Dems]] should court [[Republican]]s, not alienate them. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/antiwar-dems-should-court-republicans-not-alienate-them/] ''To end the [[Iran War]], [[America]] needs a [[left]]–[[right]] [[coalition]].''<br /> ----<br /> '''Billionaires resort to a last-minute smear of lies to try to defeat [[Conservative of the Year 2022|Conservative of the Year]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] (R-KY)''', [https://twitter.com/LibertyLockPod/status/2054369253474636241] and [[Elon Musk]] never donated to Massie as promised. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/elon-musk-thomas-massie-gop-primary] ''[[Gambling|Gamblers]] flee Massie but [[Kentucky]] voters are smarter than that''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Perhaps as a scapegoat to mollify [[liberal]] and [[conservative]] criticisms of the [[FDA]]''', its charming [[British]]-born head -- a [[Coptic Church|Coptic Christian]] -- resigns, reportedly as requested. [https://apnews.com/article/fda-trump-makary-kennedy-vaccines-drugs-ef151784342c48cca3b91a829d615b5e][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/fda-commissioner-makary-resigns-amid-controversy/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] going to [[Beijing]].''' [https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/sean-foo-previews-trump-in-beijing] Faced with a global [[financial]] and [[economic]] [[crisis]], [[China]] has better options than the [[US]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/faced-with-a-global-financial-and] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[America]]'s chief [[warmonger]] says the [[US]] is 'Checkmated' '''by [[Iran]]. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/americas-chief-warmonger-says-the] The [[neocon]]s come-to-[[Jesus]] moment. [https://arnaudbertrand.substack.com/p/the-neocons-come-to-jesus-moment][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/kagan-strikes-again-calls-us-paper][https://meaninginhistory.substack.com/p/kagans-game-setting-up-nuclear-war] The future of [[Great Power]] [[politics]]. [https://youtu.be/yI6wSTZ7cZc] Report: [[US]] lost 39 aircraft in [[Epic Fury]]. [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/us-congressman-39-aircraft-losses-iran-war-f35-awacs-reaper-airpower/] ''Including two dozen MQ-9 Reapers @ $30 million apiece.''<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[Iran]] has regained 90%''' of its [[missile]] launch capabilities. [https://archive.is/UBgfC][https://x.com/disclosetv/status/2054315750924439646][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/another-blow-to-pentagon-hype-90] CSIS: [[US]] depleted 45% of its precision strike missiles in [[Iran war]]. [https://twitter.com/SprinterPress/status/2053951085463609834][https://time.com/article/2026/05/12/US-ammunition-shortage-iran-war/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Inflation]] hits 3.8%''' as [[Iran war]] impacts [[energy]] prices. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/inflation-continued-to-rise-in-april-as-iran-war-impacted-energy-prices/ar-AA230hwB] [[Stockman]]: You ain't seen nothin' yet. [https://davidstockman.substack.com/p/nearly-4-inflation-but-you-havent] '''Update:''' [[CNBC]]: Wholesale inflation jumps 6% y-o-y in April. [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/13/ppi-inflation-report-april-2026-.html][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/producer-price-index-rises-to-highest-since-march-2022/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CIA]] seized files''' from [[DNI]] [[Tulsi Gabbard]]'s office. [https://dailycaller.com/2026/05/13/cia-seized-jfk-mkultra-files-from-tulsi-gabbards-office-sources/][https://youtu.be/Wzsar-mxouY][https://www.facebook.com/NEWSMAX/videos/breaking-reports-say-the-cia-raided-the-office-of-director-of-national-intellige/1027968693248494/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]]'s press secretary reveals all:''' [[Cocaine]], [[cover-up]]s, and the only obstacle preventing [[peace]]. [https://youtu.be/Pkz2-cWHPbg] Zelensky [[chief-of-staff]] [[Yermak]] appears in court to face [[corruption]] and [[money laundering]] charges. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/12/zelenskyys-chief-of-staff-andrey-yermak-appears-in-court-to-face-stunning-charges-of-corruption-and-money-laundering/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Rising [[healthcare]] costs -- partly due to federally mandated drugs for [[immoral]] lifestyle choices''' -- give [[Dem]]s lead in [[Alaska]] to flip a [[GOP]] [[U.S. Senate]] seat as they blame subsidy cuts. [https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5870588-alaska-healthcare-sullivan-reelection/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] rejects [[peace]] proposal,''' [[oil]] surges. [https://www.econotimes.com/Oil-Prices-Surge-Over-3-as-Trump-Rejects-Iran-Peace-Response-1741294] 'I didn't finish reading it'. [https://youtu.be/lJ2OmCkU4-o]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another [[free speech]] infringement by [[U.K.]]''': &quot;'Buffer zone' violation: [[Christian]] pastor fined for preaching [[John 1-7 (Translated)#3:16|John 3:16]]. [https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/buffer-zone-violation-christian-pastor-fined-preaching-john/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Netanyahu]] stresses the need''' for more [[propaganda]] as [[Israel]]'s Hasbara budget soars. [https://www.caitlinjohnst.one/p/netanyahu-stresses-the-need-for-more]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Data center]]s in [[Georgia]] cause water shortages''', spark outrage by undisclosed water diversions. [https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/georgia-residents-seethe-over-30m-180000015.html?guccounter=1&amp;guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp;guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJycY5or-zTVTerMp4e1jW7wdIhf9Q9Xn5sj3mQrIbJA1z6faJN1A5rTcMWmXQcdNJdw1aol3vO0KtRADw4IdPQG3jGYxkXaYFj2PE7RHCFhgZVuppuGvgD3Wl1VicsDkcgUU7J5je_oxOhRddTPB2sT4N-5mnySd5doxPrgTPmz]<br /> ----<br /> '''Betrayal of [[MAGA]] continues''': [[State Department]] announces it will revoke the [[passport]]s of [[American]] citizens -- including soldiers -- and strand them in hostile countries due to not fully paid child support judgments. [https://abc7.com/post/us-will-start-revoking-passports-thousands-parents-owe-child-support-ap-learns/19059509/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[DNI]] [[Gabbard]] investigating 120 foreign biolabs''' funding by [[US government]] – More than [[Ukraine#Biological_weapons_research_labs|40 are Located in Ukraine]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/11/dni-tulsi-gabbard-investigating-120-foreign-biolabs-funding-by-u-s-government-more-than-40-are-located-in-ukraine/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mercouris]]: [[UK]] [[Labour]] party''' eclipsed by anti-[[globalist]]s. [https://youtu.be/T3T0aa0v2u8][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/england-is-splitting-apart-as-labour-collapses.html] Calls for [[Starmer|Stormer]]'s resignation while he vows to finish the job of destroying [[Britain]]. [https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/05/the-last-days-of-keir-rodney-starmer-surely.html] '''Update:''' Four Labour Ministers resign after disastrous election results. [https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/may/12/darren-jones-keir-starmer-future-labour-leader][https://youtu.be/5FdStYsCTPE]<br /> ----<br /> '''How our [[national debt]]''' jeopardizes families’ futures. [https://thefederalist.com/2026/05/12/how-our-national-debt-jeopardizes-families-futures/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[US]] oil refinery explodes.''' [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/news/large-plume-of-smoke-seen-after-explosion-at-chalmette-refining/ar-AA22IAak] US [[blockade]] forcing [[Iran]] to dump [[oil]] in [[Persian Gulf|Gulf]]. [https://citizenwatchreport.com/trump-forces-iran-to-dump-millions-of-barrels-of-its-own-oil-straight-into-the-gulf/] ''Shutting down and restarting oil wells takes years.'' '''Update:''' Another US refinery goes up in flames: 45 major refinery explosions/fires reported over the last month and a half. [https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/another-us-refinery-goes-up-in-flames]<br /> ----<br /> '''Competing [[narrative]]s''' on [[Hormuz]] Destroyer battle. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/05/war-on-iran-destroyer-battle-iran-can-sustain-losers-hold-cards.html] [[Robert Pape]]: [[Iran War]]’s second phase — Why [[US]] [[strategy]] is failing and what winning actually looks like. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/sunday-live-briefing-the-iran-wars]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zakharova]] warns all foreign [[diplomat]]s''' to leave [[Kyiv]]. [https://mid.ru/en/foreign_policy/news/2103953/][https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/moscow-threatens-mass-strikes-on] Over 1000 violations of [[ceasefire]] by [[NATO]]/[[Ukraine]]. [https://youtu.be/Ljght4-2IHU] ''[[Politico]]'': [[Europe]] tires of Zelensky’s lectures. [https://www.politico.com/newsletters/forecast/2026/05/08/europe-tires-of-zelenskyys-lectures-00912345] '''Update:''' [[Trump]] brokers alleged 3-day [[ceasefire]] until May 11. [https://tass.com/politics/2128675] <br /> ----<br /> '''[[NATO]] seeks to turn [[Hollywood]]''' into [[Russophobic]] mouthpiece. [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/03/nato-meets-tv-and-film-makers-causing-concerns-it-seeks-propaganda]<br /> ----<br /> '''The [[Immortal Regiment]] Marches on''' in [[Moldova]], [https://t.me/rybar_in_english/30941] [[Siberia]], [https://t.me/sonar_21/24538] [[Beijing]] [https://t.me/llordofwar/615398][https://t.me/llordofwar/615333] [[Cuba]], [https://t.me/llordofwar/615205] [[Vietnam]], [[Cyprus]] and across the world. [https://t.me/News_of_Donbass/22277]<br /> ----<br /> '''Jimmy Dore interviews [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] [[Thomas Massie]].''' [https://youtu.be/5BVrwXQTS7w?t=969]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''[[Consumer sentiment]] falls to fresh record low in May''' as surging [[gasoline|gas]] prices hit outlook.&quot; [https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/08/consumer-sentiment-falls-to-fresh-record-low-in-may-as-surging-gas-prices-hit-outlook.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''&quot;another major setback&quot; to [[Dem]]s''': [[Virginia]] Supreme Court tosses out its [[gerrymandering|redistricting]] that would have changed the Commonwealth from 6-5 Dem to 10-1. [https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-virginia-congress-democrats-republicans-12a31037f3c9a94d3cb9fbcaaf84d94f] ''[[NYT]]'': 10 Days that shook the [[House]] map and [[Democratic]] [[confidence]]. [https://archive.is/v4vmX#selection-4477.0-4477.58]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] has [[nuclear]] [[energy]],''' not [[nuclear weapon]]s. [https://www.stpete4peace.org/newsletter-update]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[liberal claptrap]] at [[college]]''': &quot;College students overestimate starting salaries by $24K.&quot; [https://thehill.com/business/5867292-college-students-overestimate-starting-salaries-survey/?tbref=hp]<br /> ----<br /> &quot;'''One [[Gambling]] [[Addiction]] Can Harm Five Others'''.&quot; [https://gamblingharm.org/one-gambling-addiction-can-harm-five-others/] ''[[Addiction]] by young men to gambling is a pandemic''.<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[feminist]]s in [[Poland]]''': its [[conservative]] &quot;president vetoes bill that would have made divorce easier,&quot; because “[[Marriage]] is one of the foundations of social life.” [https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/polands-president-vetoes-bill-that-would-have-made-divorce-easier/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] halts 'Operation Freedom' '''after [[Saudi Arabia]] denies use of airspace. [https://www.timesofisrael.com/trump-reportedly-paused-hormuz-operation-after-saudi-arabia-denied-use-of-its-airspace/][https://youtu.be/t6iEgkVX-Ms][https://dpyne.substack.com/p/us-resumes-bombing-strikes-on-iran] ''Another failure to consult 'allies' first.'' [https://youtu.be/-czXWBHublY] [[Ghalibaf]]: Operation Trust Me Bro failed. [https://www.rt.com/news/639556-iran-trolls-trump-hormuz-escort/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WaPo]]'': [[Iran]] hit far more [[US]] [[military]] [[asset]]s''' than reported, satellite images show. [https://archive.is/XxIG7#selection-233.0-233.79]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Trump]] declares [[Operation Epic Fury]] over''' to avoid 60-day [[War Powers Act]] deadline. [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/iran-war-powers-resolution-60-day-deadline-congress-trump/] [[Russian]] State [[Duma]] considers ending [[Special Military Operation]] and re-classifying it as a [[war on terror]]. [https://understandingwar.org/research/russia-ukraine/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-april-14-2026/] No [[negotiating]] with [[terrorist]]s. [https://youtu.be/4lxqSfRo83w]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Germany]] bans displayal of [[Soviet]] insignia''' on [[Victory Day]]; [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/05/06/germany-officially-bans-all-russian-symbols-on-may-9th/?lctg=66158495] '''Update:''' Anti-[[Nazi]]s defy ban on celebrations of [[Soviet]] victory over [[Nazism]]. [https://t.me/ukraine_watch/60710?single]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] declares [[ceasefire]],''' kills 5 [[civilian]]s with [[drone]]s. [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SQSBaV6CNcE]<br /> ----<br /> ''TheHill'' reports: &quot;[[Trump]] takes sharp turn toward ending [[Iran]] war.&quot; [https://thehill.com/policy/defense/5866212-trump-iran-war-sharp-turn/]<br /> ----<br /> '''In the [[Indiana]] primary, [[Trump]] has defeated 5''', maybe 6, of 7 [[Republican]] incumbents who opposed his redistricting. [https://www.npr.org/2026/05/05/nx-s1-5807910/2026-midterm-primary-election-ohio-indiana]<br /> ----<br /> '''More happy talk on [[Fox News]] to boost its ratings among 80-year-olds''': washed-up [[Karl Rove]] pretends &quot;polling does not portend [[2026 midterm elections|midterm]] ‘tsunami’ for [[Democrats]]&quot; [https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5864106-polling-shows-close-midterms-karl-rove/] despite polls showing Dems winning both [[House]] and [[Senate]].<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[NYT]]'': [[America]] is officially an [[Empire]]''' in decline. [https://archive.is/gorl3]<br /> ----<br /> '''The Permanent Emergency: How [[the West]]''' traded [[liberty]] for the illusion of [[security]]. [https://forumgeopolitica.com/article/the-permanent-emergency-how-the-west-traded-liberty-for-the-illusion-of-security]<br /> ----<br /> '''Major [[escalation]] in [[Middle East|ME]].''' [https://youtu.be/oVEXo1MhVvc][https://youtu.be/XQy64eEJhxc][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/the-ceasefire-is-over-the-shooting] [[Prof Robert Pape]]: What really changed yesterday – the [[US]] lost more control of Gulf oil. [https://escalationtrap.substack.com/p/what-really-changed-yesterday-the]<br /> ----<br /> '''How losing [[Hormuz]]''' could end [[US]] [[Hegemony|global dominance]]. [https://globalgeopolitics.co.uk/2026/03/28/americas-suez-moment-at-hormuz/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Zelensky]] threatens to disrupt [[May 9]] commemoration of the defeat of [[Nazism]]''' with [[drone]] attack. [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DX6SV2ogZp_/] [[Russia]] warns [[civilian]]s to evacuate [[Kyiv]] government center if [[Moscow]] [[Victory Day]] Parade is attacked. [https://korybko.substack.com/p/russias-threat-of-a-massive-retaliatory]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Christianity]] surges in [[France]]''': &quot;Adult [[baptism]]s in France increase 28%,&quot; many between ages 18 and 25, &quot;a trend attributed in large part to online [[evangelism|evangelization]].&quot; [https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/adult-baptisms-in-france-increase-28-driven-by-surge-among-young-people/?utm_source=latest_news]<br /> ----<br /> '''Another setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': [[Fifth Circuit]] properly halts telemed [[mifepristone]], &quot;teeing up [[SCOTUS]] showdown.&quot; [https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/01/appeals-court-approves-sweeping-abortion-pill-restrictions-teeing-up-scotus-showdown-00903298?fbclid=IwY2xjawRi7uxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxSTdJT0JVYlhOMU5hOVB6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuvu5C3LFTOlTvlzrKewyvbnqZEQ8fu2KUmaEP7XN6OPAgq540XcOB65cGr1_aem_zr3Chox9iGqIh6IiwkciVw]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[CNN]]: 16 [[US]] bases &amp; high value targets wiped out''' by [[Iran]], [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/its-out-now-cnn-reports-on-americas] raising questions about [[America]]’s footprint in the [[Middle East]]. [https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/01/world/video/us-military-bases-iran-strikes-images-invs-digvid] ''[[NYT]]'': [[US]] [[military]] was losing its edge. After Iran, everyone knows it. [https://archive.ph/Av4NA#selection-4503.0-4503.69]<br /> ----<br /> '''60 days of [[Iran war]] - No [[Congress]]ional authorization''' yet. <br /> ----<br /> '''Another fire aboard [[US Navy]] destroyer.''' [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/uss-higgins-navy-destroyer-fire-singapore/]<br /> ----<br /> '''Out-of-state billionaires are wasting millions of dollars''' to try to unseat [[Conservative of the Year 2022]] Rep. [[Thomas Massie]] in [[Kentucky]], who continues to lead in polling. [https://www.kentucky.com/news/politics-government/article314577436.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Gas]] hits $6 gal in [[California|Calif]],''' $4.30 nationwide. [https://michaeltsnyder.substack.com/p/a-flashing-red-warning-signal-in] '''Update:''' [[US]] gas prices hit $4.45 and [[Iran]] has not closed the [[Red Sea]] yet. [https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-27-standoff-in-hormuz-strait-intensifies/][https://youtu.be/22A7QMCLDfs] This is what a global [[fuel]] [[crisis]] looks like. [https://seemorerocks.substack.com/p/this-is-what-a-global-fuel-crisis]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Mojtaba Khamenei]] makes first public statement.''' [https://mearsheimer.substack.com/p/the-fallout-from-the-iran-debacle] The [[Pentagon]]'s bogus [[blockade]]. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Axios]]'': [[Trump]] wants to get out of [[Middle East|ME]]''' with a big bang. [https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/trump-iran-nuclear-deal-blockade] [[Iran]] vows retaliation against [[oil]] producers. [https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/insight/iran-warns-of-oil-retaliation-as-gulf-tensions-spike/gm-GM84552AC6] '''Update''': [[Pentagon]] wants to test out new [[hypersonic missile]] in renewed attack on [[Iran]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-29/us-seeks-to-deploy-hypersonic-for-the-first-time-against-iran] <br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[pro-abort]]s''': their favored candidate, [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills, suspends her candidacy for the [[U.S. Senate]] as polls show her 22 points behind her [[progressive]] rival for [[Dem]] nomination. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/maine-gov-jane-mills-suspends-senate-bid-citing-campaign-funding-issues]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Dem]]s''': [[Supreme Court]] ends their trick of using race to create [[Dem]]-majority congressional districts in [[Republican]] States. [https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-voting-rights-redistricting-congress-b2e730330fa39f139f74c443320567ff] ''It may be too late for this to impact the [[2026 midterms|midterms]]''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Alex Krainer]]: [[Charles III|King Charles]] calls for [[World War III]].''' [https://trendcompass.substack.com/p/king-charles-calls-for-world-war][https://leohohmann.substack.com/p/king-charles-shows-up-in-dc-beating]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[WSJ]]'': [[Trump]] opts for perpetual [[blockade]]''' over bombing. [https://archive.is/m5ZR0][https://www.timesofisrael.com/us-intel-agencies-examining-how-iran-would-react-if-trump-declares-victory-in-war/] ''Will it work?'' [https://sonar21.com/no-more-bombs-for-iran-economic-war-instead/] '''Update''': [[Oil]] hits $120 bbl. [https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/brent-nears-iran-war-highs-after-trump-orders-extended-blockade-threatens-no-more-mr][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/iran-war-oil-rises-to-126-due-to-press-reports-of-briefing-to-trump-on-military-options-iran-threatens-to-counter-us-blockade.html] [[Pentagon]] estimates $25 Billion spent on [[war]] in 60 days already. [https://www.defenseone.com/policy/2026/04/sixty-days-pentagon-estimates-25b-spent-iran-war/413208/][https://www.theamericanconservative.com/ceasefire-day-23-pentagon-estimates-25-billion-iran-war-cost-dem-lawmaker-calls-it-low-ball-number/] Other sources say over $40 Billion. [https://abc7.com/post/iran-war-cost-heres-how-operation-epic-fury-is-expected-every-day/18684961/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[De-dollarization]] update: UAE quits [[OPEC]].''' [https://www.abhs.in/blog/uae-warns-ditch-dollar-chinese-yuan-oil-sales-petroyuan-april-2026][https://www.disruptionbanking.com/2026/04/28/uae-exits-opec-2026/] [[Iran]] allows first [[LNG]] tanker from [[UAE]] through [[Strait of Hormuz]]. [https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-28/first-lng-shipment-since-iran-war-began-appears-to-exit-hormuz] Uppity Sheikdom may not survive conflict with neighbors. [https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/the-uppity-sheikdom-may-not-survive-a-conflict-with-its-neighbors.html]<br /> ----<br /> '''Setback for [[Big Pharma]] &amp; [[Deep State]]''': [https://badlands.substack.com/i/195832653/doj-hands-out-key-indictments-of-known-figures-for-very-different-reasons] 'Ex-[[Anthony Fauci|Fauci]] adviser indicted for allegedly hiding records on [[Coronavirus]] origins.' [https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/04/28/accountability-is-coming-ex-fauci-adviser-indicted-allegedly-hiding-records-coronavirus-origins/][https://justthenews.com/accountability/feds-and-sen-johnson-tag-team-alleged-biden-admin-coverups-covid-origins-covid] [[Jimmy &quot;the Weasel&quot;]] indicted. [https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/doj-indicts-james-comey-second-time]<br /> ----<br /> '''Oil tops $100 bbl again.''' [https://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.htmlhttps://oilprice.com/Latest-Energy-News/World-News/Brent-Tops-111-as-Analysts-Raise-Forecasts-on-Hormuz-Stalemate.html] [[Iran]] increases [[export]]s via [[Caspian Sea]] to avoid [[US]] blockade. [https://sputnikglobe.com/20260427/iran-increases-imports-via-caspian-sea--tehran-chamber-of-commerce-head-1124050815.html] [[Ian Proud]]: Waging [[war]] against [[oil]]-rich countries backfires. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/putin-iran/]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': This [[DNC|Democratic]]''' insider wants to rewrite the [[political party|party]]’s [[Israel]] playbook. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/democrats-israel/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Sports gambling]] pandemic takes down star college [[QB]]''', who allegedly made &quot;thousands of online bets on a variety of sports via a [[gambling]] app.&quot; [https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/48610760/texas-tech-brendan-sorsby-college-gambling-scandal]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[Responsible Statecraft]]'': [[UAE]]'s dollar swap''' threats show how brittle these [[US]] alliances can be. [https://responsiblestatecraft.org/uae-dollar-iran-war/] <br /> ----<br /> '''Is the [[US]] [[military]] recommending''' no further strikes on [[Iran]]? [https://sonar21.com/is-the-us-military-recommending-no-further-strikes-on-iran/][https://youtu.be/786X0CXFctA] [[CNN]]: 74% demand [[ceasefire]] w/ [[Iran]], 84% among [[Republican]]s. [https://twitter.com/glwatchdog/status/2048466399664930822]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Conservative Treehouse]]'': It’s time for a national conversation''' about the [[CIA]]. [https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/04/26/its-time-for-a-national-conversation-about-the-cia/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Susie Wiles]] criticized for [[Secret Service]] failures.''' [https://x.com/susancrabtree/status/2048393877871308917]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] shooter [[radical]]ized by [[Democrat]]ic messaging.''' [https://www.zerohedge.com/political/trump-evacuated-shots-fired-white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooter-dead]<br /> ----<br /> ''''[[China]] will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights''' and interests of its companies', in response to [[Bessent]] [[economic sanctions|sanctions]] on companies with 'links to [[Iran]]'. [https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202604/1359891.shtml]<br /> ----<br /> '''''[[The Hill]]'': [[GOP]] [[Senator]]s losing [[confidence]] in [[Hegseth]]''' amid [[Pentagon]] turmoil. [https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5848160-senate-republicans-doubt-hegseth-leadership/] ''[[The Atlantic]]'': Pentagon not telling [[Trump]] the truth. [https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/04/iran-war-vance-hegseth-trump/686905/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[NBC News]]: [[Iran]] caused more extensive''' damage to [[US]] [[military]] bases than publicly known. [https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/iran-caused-extensive-damage-us-military-bases-publicly-known-rcna331853]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[German]] chancellor [[Friedrich Merz|Fred Mertz]] says [[Iran]] humiliating''' [[US]]. [https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/germany-s-merz-says-iran-is-humiliating-us-as-talks-stall/ar-AA21PzkD][https://www.nakedcapitalism.com/2026/04/all-talk-no-action-europes-cowardly-refusal-to-correct-course-on-israel.html][https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/28/us-humiliated-germany-merz-europe-iran-war-energy-prices-fuel.html] [[Trump]] yanks 5,000 troops out of [[Germany]]. [https://justthenews.com/government/white-house/trump-says-more-5000-us-troops-will-leave-germany-going-cut-way-down]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Iran]] denies [[Trump]] claim''' it 'asked for' or was 'begging' for [[peace]] talks. [https://youtu.be/QU7q0yylwXQ] [[Araghchi]]: [[Trump]] asked for [[negotiation]]s cause the [[US]] has not achieved any of its goals. [https://x.com/zerohedge/status/2048777598214250551]<br /> ----<br /> '''Gimmick fails''': [[Dem]]s have a net gain of 1 seat after the redistricting changes started by the [[GOP]], but next [[Florida]] redistricting could shift 3 seats to [[Republican]]s. [https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/a-state-by-state-look-at-the-narrowing-redistricting-battle-for-the-u-s-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[Liberal]] [[Maine]] Gov. Janet Mills vetoes Maine's moratorium on [[data center]]s''', while her [[progressive]] opponent Graham Platner opposes these monstrosities. [https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/politics-news/maine-gov-janet-mills-says-no-ban-data-center-construction-rcna341341] ''Platner leads Mills in [[Dem]] primary for [[GOP]] [[Susan Collins]]' [[U.S. Senate|Senate]] seat''.<br /> ----<br /> '''[[WHCA]] suspect''' is [[Cole Tomas Allen]], he/him, a registered [[Democrat]], [[Kamala]] donor and [[California]] 'teacher'. [https://larrycjohnson.substack.com/p/brief-comment-on-the-white-house]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[COVID vaccine]] injury program''' paid for one death in March, denials still top 98%. [https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/covid-vaccine-injury-program-paid-one-death-march-denials-still-top-98/]<br /> ----<br /> '''[[OMG]]: [[FOX News]] VP admits''' to spending $4000 at strip club on company credit card. [https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2049179580980953373]<br /> ----<br /> <br /> <br /> ''See also [[Main Page/Archive index|Previous Conservapedia Breaking News]]''.</div> Aschlafly