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Mark Levin drops bomb, “There is enough probable cause in this document to bring HUNDREDS OF CHARGES against Joe Biden, Mark Levin drops bomb, “There is enough probable cause in this document to bring HUNDREDS OF CHARGES against Joe Biden, depending on the statue of limitations.” “Exhibit after exhibit after exhibit of Joe Biden felonies, …
House Republicans released 5,000 hours more of security footage from the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol on Friday, but Speaker Mike Johnson announced — in a reversal — that the House Administration Committee will no longer blur the faces of individuals in the footage. “Additionally, upon extensive further consultation with the Committee, and at …
The timing couldn’t be worse for Donald Trump as he faces the prospect of having to sell property to cover a massive verdict against him. The former president said in a court filing Wednesday he may soon need “to raise capital under exigent circumstances” to push ahead with an appeal of New York state’s $454 …
“CBS is one of the world’s premier news organizations, with a legendary history that includes figures from Murrow to Walter Cronkite to Roger Mudd. That is why the hiring of [Catherine] Herridge was so welcomed by many of us. The network was at risk of becoming part of the journalistic herd, an echo-chamber for Democratic …
Black voter makes Joe Biden instantly regret FAILED pandering attempt after releasing bizarre video buying black voters… FRIED CHICKEN: “We’re really going to cast that ballot for someone other than a Democrat now!” Black voter makes Joe Biden instantly regret FAILED pandering attempt after releasing bizarre video buying black voters… FRIED CHICKEN: "We're really going …
#recession … #Tech Bubble 2.0 edition https://t.co/GXGiR8utxD — Invariant Perspective (@InvariantPersp1) February 5, 2024 #recession … #Tech Bubble 2.0 edition https://t.co/xXsq7QwWR2 pic.twitter.com/B2Et4wkyHi — Invariant Perspective (@InvariantPersp1) February 5, 2024 #recession … #StockMarket Bubble edition https://t.co/hpKJB934dD pic.twitter.com/9Q4YBQLIq1 — Invariant Perspective (@InvariantPersp1) February 5, 2024 https://www.hussmanfunds.com/comment/mc240204/ Market leadership is getting even narrower as the ‘Magnificent 4’ takes …
Under current fiscal policies, the Debt to GDP ratio in the US is projected to reach 200% within 20 years. Before 2020, the Debt to GDP in the US was approximately 100%, and prior to 2008, it was around 60%. Current estimates indicate that the US will accumulate $50 trillion in total debt by 2033. …
"Bloodbath" of layoffs in mainstream media as 20,000 fake news activists must now learn to install drywall. What's driving it? A collapse of trust. A record 40% of Americans have zero trust at all in corporate media. Instead, Americans are turning to alt-media on X/Twitter,… pic.twitter.com/Mx0QVHgPFm — Peter St Onge, Ph.D. (@profstonge) February 5, 2024 …
Amidst the unfolding year, concerns heighten over a looming financial crisis, with a potential bank failure on the horizon. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) proposes rule changes, including waiving margin requirements for major banks during periods of “high volatility,” sparking questions about the stability of the financial system. The specter of …
In a seemingly orchestrated legal drama, a New York jury orders former President Donald Trump to pay $83.3 million to E. Jean Carroll for alleged defamation. The verdict, including $65 million in punitive damages, $11 million for reputational harm, and an additional $7.3 million, raises questions about the political undertones. Simultaneously, a Delaware judge rules …
The global economy is approaching the point of no return courtesy of mounting government debt, believes JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, and it will lead to a massive falling-out of markets and federal institutions. https://fortune.com/2024/01/29/jamie-dimon-government-debt-crisis-market-rebellion/
The allure of short-term rentals like Airbnb can be tempting, but a new owner recently faced a harsh reality. Despite her property being consistently booked, the financial picture told a different story. New AIRBNB owner was advised to sell her property after only 4 months because even though it was completely booked she was losing …
The commercial real estate (CRE) landscape is facing a challenging scenario, with 14% of all CRE loans and a staggering 44% of office building loans slipping into “negative equity.” This indicates that the debt on these properties now surpasses their market value. The current downturn, with office building prices plummeting by 40%, has pushed CRE …
Earth is under a solar storm warning this week after the sun unleashed two powerful streams of energized particles directly at our planet over the weekend. The first is set to make an impact Monday and the second by Wednesday – both have a 60 percent chance of causing radio blackouts, according to NOAA’s Space …
Prosecutors announced that an American Airlines flight attendant attempted to secretly record a 14-year-old girl in an airplane restroom and that he had recordings of other young girls using the restroom on the aircraft as well. Estes Carter Thompson III, 37, was arrested on Thursday, and he is now being charged “with one count of …
In a political whirlwind, Donald Trump emerges victorious in the Iowa Caucuses, securing a massive landslide according to Jake Tapper. The news came so early that even Tapper, a CNN correspondent, remarked, “This is the earliest I can remember ever calling such a thing.” What makes this triumph even more remarkable is the context provided …
Vegan NYC Mayor Under Fire After He Advocates Ditching Diabetes Medication. New York City mayor Eric Adams (D.) is facing criticism after he claimed in a Netflix documentary that he reversed his type 2 diabetes purely by going vegan and not using his insulin. “When she saw my number reverse in my A1C, what is …
After the winter storm passes through, Chicago will go into a deep freeze for 8-10 days before seeing 20°F again. Coldest so far projected at -9°F pic.twitter.com/AQ6et9e27H — Ryan Maue (@RyanMaue) January 12, 2024 By Sunday morning, the Arctic blast erases the warmth across Texas sending Dallas down to 13°F pic.twitter.com/05L7pAxu3T — Ryan Maue (@RyanMaue) …
Attorney Ty Clevenger is the bulldog attorney who has been after the DOJ and FBI for years to get to the bottom of the Seth Rich murder. Clevenger also investigated who supplied the DNC and Podesta emails to the DNC during the 2016 election cycle This was always the key to the Trump-Russia collusion nightmare. No proof …
Democrats Introduce Bill to Effectively Destroy the Constitution’s Last Line of Defense Against Tyranny, ENDING Militias and the 2nd Militias who like to spend their weekends training to overthrow the government could find themselves running afoul of federal law, under new legislation being proposed in the House and Senate Thursday that seeks to curtail paramilitary …
I look forward to those Harvard students who were removed/punished for one or two counts of plagiarism suing for damages and/or reinstatement. It turns out that 50 counts is the actual cutoff. — JerseyGio (@JerseyGio) January 10, 2024 “At its heart, wokeness is divisive, exclusionary, and hateful. It basically gives mean people a shield to …
Shifting power back to the people means taking it away from the political class and their puppets in the press https://t.co/ZKAGnAd9Zb — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 10, 2024
Canada finds itself perched on the edge of a substantial housing bubble, sustained by an open immigration policy straining the nation’s infrastructure. As the housing market remains inflated, experts warn of an imminent Minsky Moment, signaling potential economic instability. The situation is exacerbated by alarming statistics on household debt, which has surged past the country’s …
https://twitter.com/TRUMP4USD/status/1744027397219918237 Compton bakery owner speaks out. A local business owner in Los Angeles was mobbed by over a hundred looters Tuesday, Fox News reported. Ruben Ramirez Jr., the son of Mexican immigrants and owner of a beloved Latino bakery, is grappling with the aftermath of a devastating incident which occurred at his business. The extensive …
Worst start to the year for stocks since 2008 pic.twitter.com/OJpvx9FpDo — zerohedge (@zerohedge) January 5, 2024 The global stock market is off to a rocky start in the new year, experiencing its worst performance since the financial crisis of 2008. As concerns mount and comparisons to the tumultuous year of 2020 arise, investors are bracing …
A reminder that an unprecedented $8.2T of Treasuries will be maturing in 2024. More importantly: If yields continue to fall, given the recent criticism for not issuing enough long-term Treasuries at historically low interest rates, Janet Yellen might face significant political… pic.twitter.com/eudnTHfYTi — Otavio (Tavi) Costa (@TaviCosta) December 31, 2023 Currencies are the heartbeat of …
Wave after wave of explosions. Close. Windows rattling. Smoke rising through the city. Now nothing but emergency sirens. GIVE US A WAY TO CLOSE THE SKY. #kyiv #Ukraine — Forever Ukraine (@ForeverUkraine1) January 2, 2024 ⚡️ Preliminary results of attacks on Kyiv — Several air defense systems were destroyed — Electrical substations damaged — In …
In a concerning development, China appears to be wielding economic sanctions against Israel, with repercussions felt in the import of crucial electronic components. Israeli officials have bluntly asserted a connection to the recent conflict, adding a layer of geopolitical tension to the economic strain. The impact is particularly felt in the technology sector, as Israel …
The narrative surrounding Cardinal Angelo Becciu’s scandal paints a vivid picture of corruption and betrayal within the Vatican’s sacred walls. The intense courtroom proceedings, under Giuseppe Pignatone’s watchful eye, unravel a complex web of financial crimes involving key figures. The ill-fated London building purchase becomes a symbol of financial recklessness, implicating Becciu in speculative dealings. …
ESG was exposed to all and I many are now running from it.We weren't supposed to understand what they were doing, but it became known and how stupid it was. BlackRock CEO Larry Fink said he no longer uses the term "ESG" — shorthand for environmental, social and governance — due… — floridanow1 (@floridanow1) December …