Author name: RVM News

Trump Drops the Mic, Crushes it as He Walks Out Of Fiery, Crooked NBC Interview [WATCH]
News

Trump Drops the Mic, Crushes it as He Walks Out Of Fiery, Crooked NBC Interview [WATCH]

/

President Donald Trump abruptly ended a tense interview with NBC’s Kristen Welker on Sunday after he accused major networks of being crooked and tired of their one-sided coverage.

The testy exchange unfolded during a taping of Meet the Press in Wisconsin, where Trump pressed his case on election integrity, the weaponization of government, and what he described as the corrupt behavior of mainstream journalists.

Welker repeatedly interrupted Trump and pushed back on his statements about the 2020 election, vote counting in California, and his proposed 1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund.

The interview started firm but professional, then quickly spiraled into confrontation as Trump refused to yield to Welker’s combative tone.

“You’re a one sided crooked network,” Trump told Welker before abruptly ending the interview.

“Sorry. Let’s call it quits because I’ve had enough. Thank you, darling. Have a good time.”

The exchange began to disintegrate when Welker questioned whether Trump was abandoning the anti-weaponization fund proposal.

The President reminded her that Americans had been harmed by the Biden administration’s misuse of power, and he vowed to keep fighting for those victims.

“People have been hurt so badly by radical left lunatics that worked for the Biden administration and Sleepy Joe,” Trump said.

“They’re vicious. They’re violent, what they did to people. And of course, they went after me more than anybody else.”

Despite those remarks, Welker pressed on, asking point blank if Trump was backing off the fund.

Trump clarified that he still supported the concept and many Republicans agreed with him, but that it required approval to move forward.

“If it was up to me, I’d pay them the kind of money that they deserve,” he said.

“So me, personally, I think the weaponization fund is a great idea, and so do many other Republicans. You have to get it approved.”

The NBC host then turned the focus back to Trump’s election fraud claims, challenging him to produce evidence.

Trump fired back that the media had ignored overwhelming proof and that the networks themselves were part of the cover up.

“There’s a lot of evidence,” he insisted.

“Listen to me. There’s tremendous evidence. There’s nothing but evidence.”

Tensions escalated as Trump connected his allegations of fraud to the drawn-out vote counting in California, which often takes weeks to finalize results.

“The election was rigged,” he said.

“It was a dirty election. And it’s happening again right now in California.”

At that point, Trump let loose on what he called the “crooked press,” declaring that journalists had destroyed American trust.

“Your elections are crooked, and you’re crooked, and Meet the Press is crooked. And so is ABC and CBS and CNN,” Trump told a visibly flustered Welker.

The NBC host tried to salvage the conversation, reminding Trump that her crew had traveled to Wisconsin specifically for the sit-down.

“Mr. President, please, I traveled all the way to Wisconsin,” she pleaded.

But Trump waved her off, saying, “I sat in the rain with you for an hour, on and off in the rain, and I’ve given you enough time. You ought to straighten out your press because a country can never be great with a dishonest press.”

WATCH:

Trump’s refusal to tolerate the hostile questioning drew sharp contrasts with how Democrats are usually treated on similar programs.

While left-wing politicians get soft interviews filled with nods and safe questions, Trump’s sit-down once again showcased how aggressively the corporate press goes after conservatives.

It was the latest clash in Trump’s long battle with mainstream media, which he has repeatedly described as the enemy of the people.

NBC had apparently hoped to pin the president into backtracking or disowning parts of his agenda, but Trump walked out on his own terms, leaving no doubt about who was really in control of the narrative.

Conservatives watching the interview saw it as a textbook example of media bias.

For many, Welker’s tone and constant interruptions reflected the exact arrogance that has driven public trust in journalism to historic lows.

Even some neutral commentators noted that Welker’s tone came across as prosecutorial rather than conversational.

Trump’s feud with the political press shows no sign of cooling.

He continues to hammer both the mainstream media and the Biden administration for what he calls a coordinated campaign to silence dissent, spin narratives, and protect the ruling class.

His Wisconsin exchange with Welker may have been brief, but for millions of Americans fed up with the media, it was another glimpse of a man unwilling to bow to the establishment.

Schmitt Shreds Dem Senator Hirono for Pushing Fear Over Deportation Bill Protecting Taxpayers [WATCH]
News

Schmitt Shreds Dem Senator Hirono for Pushing Fear Over Deportation Bill Protecting Taxpayers [WATCH]

/

Senator Eric Schmitt of Missouri did not mince words during a fiery Senate Judiciary Committee hearing when Democrat Senator Mazie Hirono of Hawaii tried to paint the Stop Citizen Abuse and Misrepresentation Act as an attack on immigrants.

The measure, known as the SCAM Act, aims to hold accountable those who defraud taxpayers or commit serious crimes after becoming naturalized citizens.

Hirono called the proposal “undemocratic” and accused conservatives of targeting immigrant communities, a claim that immediately drew Schmitt’s rebuke.

Hirono, the only naturalized citizen on the committee, claimed that the bill would create “second class citizenship” and open the door for discrimination.

“I am horrified by the implication that naturalized citizens basically get second-class citizenship,” she said.

She went further by insisting that such a proposal was “undemocratic” and “un-American.”

Her remarks framed the bill as a veiled attempt to punish immigrants, even those who are U.S. citizens.

Schmitt, clearly unimpressed with the accusation, fired back with force.

He reminded the committee that American taxpayers have been consistently victimized by individuals who come to the United States with the intent to game the system.

“You have nothing but fear mongering here,” Schmitt told Hirono.

He called out her attempt to conflate the prosecution of criminals with the persecution of innocent citizens, saying that the bill targets those who commit fraud or violent crime, nothing more.

The Missouri Republican explained that the legislation does not discriminate by race or origin but by conduct.

“If you do those things to the American people, if you take advantage of taxpayers, if you commit a terrorist act, if you commit wholesale welfare fraud, within 10 years, you’re damn right we’re deporting you,” Schmitt declared.

His straightforward response drew plenty of attention because it cut through the emotional language that Hirono used to stir outrage.

He continued, insisting that people who come to America and then exploit its generosity deserve removal.

“If you are convicted in a court of law of these crimes, absolutely we should not only convict you, but we should deport you. Gone. And if you think that’s some sort of negative assertion toward me, I’ll take it. I love it,” Schmitt said.

WATCH:

His remarks made clear that he is unapologetic about prioritizing American citizens over those who defraud the system.

Schmitt’s blunt talk has already resonated with many conservatives who are fed up with Democrats running interference for bad actors.

Instead of standing with law-abiding citizens, liberals like Hirono seem determined to play the victim narrative every time immigration reform or enforcement comes up.

Schmitt’s approach cuts through the emotional grandstanding and brings the discussion back to protecting taxpayers and restoring honesty in the system.

A Fox News report on the heated exchange described the SCAM Act as a “denaturalization bill,” but Schmitt made clear that the goal is not mass denaturalization.

Rather, it is to ensure that citizenship is not used as a shield for those who commit serious crimes against the country that welcomed them.

Critics on the left, however, continue to push the false idea that any enforcement against naturalized citizens is inherently xenophobic.

Meanwhile, public opinion seems to be drifting away from Hirono’s position.

A recent national survey found that many voters increasingly view government fraud and the misuse of taxpayer dollars as major causes of rising costs for families.

The Trump administration’s previous anti-fraud initiatives, according to data cited by Fox, uncovered billions in improper payments.

Those recovered funds alone, as Schmitt’s defenders note, could have gone a long way toward balancing the federal budget.

Yet Democrats are still slow to acknowledge that fraud and welfare abuse among some immigrants are real and costly problems.

Schmitt doubled down on his message after the hearing.

On social media Friday, he wrote, “Deportations are a great affordability policy for America. Biden’s mass migration flooded the housing market, flooded the labor market, crushed wages, drove up rents, and then acted confused when young Americans couldn’t afford a home. Deportations can reverse it.”

His remark laid out a populist economic argument that appeals to voters nervous about the flood of illegal labor and strained communities.

The Missouri senator’s focus on middle-class affordability connects immigration enforcement with economic fairness, something Republican voters increasingly see as linked.

When citizens are competing for jobs, housing, and social benefits against those who entered illegally or committed crimes, the left’s open-border policies become hard to defend.

Schmitt’s fiery exchange with Hirono stands as another clear example of the widening gap between party priorities.

Where conservatives want to secure the nation and protect resources for lawful citizens, Democrats seem more concerned about protecting the feelings of potential lawbreakers.

In today’s Washington, that contrast could not be more obvious.

As voters gear up for the next election cycle, Schmitt’s unapologetic stance could prove politically powerful.

His message of accountability and fairness continues to break through the noise of political theater, and that is exactly what many citizens want from their representatives.

Steve Hilton Slams California’s Election Chaos, Promises to End Mail In Voting Scam [WATCH]
News

Steve Hilton Slams California’s Election Chaos, Promises to End Mail In Voting Scam [WATCH]

/

California Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton is not mincing words about the state’s election system.

He called it a “total joke” and vowed to bring the corruption to an end, promising to scrap the mail-in voting scam that Democrats have turned into their favorite election hustle.

Speaking to supporters after yet another round of delayed vote counting, Hilton made it clear he has had enough of California’s “rigged” process.

He pointed out that California’s endless counting period, sometimes stretching for weeks, would be laughable if it were not so serious.

“India counts over 640 million votes in a day,” he said.

“California cannot count less than 10 million votes in a month. Thanks to the Democrats in charge, we have become a national and an international laughing stock.”

Hilton explained that even with this mess, he is confident his campaign will land in the top two after all votes are eventually counted.

But he made it clear that change is desperately needed.

“This shambles is absolutely shameful for our state,” he said.

“Change is coming.”

The former Fox News host has built his campaign on restoring accountability, and election integrity is now front and center.

He pointed to Ventura County’s decision to delay updates for a full week after election day as a perfect example of the dysfunction.

“And then, when you dig into what is actually happening here, you see the reason,” Hilton said, arguing that Democrats rely on drawn-out processes to manipulate results in their favor.

Hilton laid out a simple three step plan to clean up California’s elections.

First, every mail in ballot must be received by election day, not days or weeks after.

Second, ballots should only be mailed to voters who request them, ending the mass distribution to every name on the faulty voter rolls.

And third, ballots should be counted prior to election day, as is done in Florida, so Californians are not left waiting for weeks.

“It should not take a month to find out who won a race,” Hilton said, calling the current backlog “completely ridiculous.”

He added that California has no excuse for lagging so far behind other states that manage to run secure and transparent elections.

Hilton also appeared on Fox News with Laura Ingraham to discuss new revelations from USPS whistleblowers.

The allegations claim that California is “indiscriminately counting mail-in ballots without verifying the date they were sent.”

Hilton did not hold back.

“It’s insane,” he told Ingraham.

“This election system is just another monument to their uselessness, another version of high-speed rail.”

WATCH:

As of Saturday morning, more than three million ballots remained uncounted across California.

Former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra was projected to advance to the runoff, while Hilton’s lead over Democrat Tom Steyer continued to narrow to about 340,000 votes.

The slow drip of newly counted ballots, most of them arriving after election day, is once again benefiting Democrats statewide.

In Los Angeles, Democratic City Councilwoman Nithya Raman surged after a late-night vote dump, while hundreds of thousands of ballots remain yet to be tallied.

The situation has only fueled growing suspicion that California’s counting process is designed to secure Democrat victories through endless ballot additions.

Meanwhile, federal law enforcement is starting to take notice.

First Assistant US Attorney Bill Essayli announced Friday that his office is conducting “multiple election fraud investigations” with the FBI, alongside a “comprehensive audit” of California’s voter rolls in coordination with the DOJ’s Civil Rights Division.

US Attorney Robert Renner was also spotted in person at LA County’s ballot processing center, asking pointed questions about procedures.

The presence of federal investigators suggests there may finally be consequences for California’s chronic election fiascos.

Hilton’s criticism taps into widespread frustration among Californians who have watched the state’s elections spiral into chaos since the adoption of universal mail-in voting.

The system was marketed as a convenience but quickly evolved into a loophole factory for fraud, incompetence, and manipulation.

Many conservative voters see mail-in voting as the heart of a deliberate scheme to tilt outcomes.

Ballots arrive mysteriously, signatures go unchecked, and counts continue for weeks until Democrats inch ahead.

It is a familiar story, and Hilton’s promise to clean it up is resonating with voters tired of being ignored.

Despite the slow count, Hilton remains defiant.

“There is nothing we are seeing that changes our assessment that we will be in the top two once all the votes are counted,” he said confidently.

His campaign is betting that Californians are ready for an end to bureaucratic decay and liberal control.

For years, California’s elections have symbolized the failures of progressive policies.

What should be a simple, transparent process has become a never-ending circus managed by incompetents.

Steve Hilton’s bold stand against the mail-in voting chaos may mark the beginning of a new fight for accountability in the Golden State.

Spencer Pratt’s Mom Takes Reporter to School Over Spencer’s Lack of Political Experience [WATCH]
News

Spencer Pratt’s Mom Takes Reporter to School Over Spencer’s Lack of Political Experience [WATCH]

/

Commentator Larry O’Connor criticized arguments that Spencer Pratt is unqualified for public office because he lacks political experience, pointing to comments made by Pratt’s mother and drawing comparisons to President Donald Trump’s rise to office.

O’Connor began by highlighting an exchange in which a reporter questioned Janet Pratt about her son’s qualifications to lead a city.

“Spencer Pratt’s mom was confronted with the accusation that Spencer Pratt has no political experience. Yeah, take that, Spencer Pratt’s mom,” O’Connor said.

During the exchange, the reporter asked Janet Pratt about concerns surrounding her son’s lack of government experience.

“What would you say to them? Spencer has no political experience now to take over a city,” the reporter asked.

Janet Pratt responded by pointing to the performance of current political leaders and the impact of recent disasters in her community.

“Well, look who had political experience, and look what she didn’t do. She allowed our town to burn down both of our homes, all of our friends’ homes, our neighbors’ home. My neighbor across the street burned alive in her house,” Janet Pratt said.

The reporter then asked whether she believed her son could successfully lead and improve the city.

“Do you firmly believe Spencer can get the job done and change a city that he says needs to be saved,” the reporter asked.

“Absolutely yes. He has the drive and the brains…” Janet Pratt replied.

O’Connor said the exchange reflected a broader debate over whether political experience is the most important qualification for elected office.

“Yeah, and by the way, I’m just so distressed by this narrative that you have to be some sort of, of, you know, genius, and, and, and, and have decades of political experience to be able to manage a city’s affairs,” O’Connor said.

He argued that leadership and problem-solving skills can be developed outside government and suggested that local civic roles can involve significant responsibilities.

“I would argue that in some cases it takes more effort, more political acumen, and more character to sit on a homeowners association board and deal with the stuff they have to deal with than it does to be a mayor of a city,” O’Connor said.

O’Connor also criticized what he described as an elitist view of politics that favors career politicians.

“This fake and destructive elitist notion that only the chosen few who have, who have great resumes and and great experience running for lower office and and handling other elected official political jobs that only they are capable of being the mayor of a city or being a congressman, oh, it’s this bull,” O’Connor said.

He pointed to President Trump as an example of someone who entered politics without holding elected office.

“And it’s reinforced by people in the media, and they do it as a former reality TV star, and you can’t do that. Guess who else was a former reality TV star? Donald Trump,” O’Connor said.

O’Connor contrasted Trump’s record with that of former President Joe Biden, who spent decades in public office before becoming president.

“Joe Biden, you could argue, was the most experienced man ever to take the reins of the presidency and sit in the Oval Office,” O’Connor said.

He cited border security as an example, arguing that experience alone does not guarantee successful leadership.

“How do you do with that border? You remember, said, ‘Wow, it’s very hard. You know, it’s very hard to protect the border, you know. You can’t just come in there and build a wall and then just, you know, lock down the border. That’s impossible. It can’t be done. Donald Trump, with no real political experience, did it in three months, me a freaking break,” O’Connor said.

Returning to Janet Pratt’s comments, O’Connor argued that voters should focus on results rather than résumés.

“And what do you say that he has no political experience? Well, the person who had a lot of political experience let my across the street neighbor die in a fire. She was burned to death. She was consumed by a fire, thanks to all of her experience,” O’Connor said.

O’Connor concluded by arguing that extensive political experience is not always an asset.

“So, you know what? Maybe it’s time to look. You’re right, Karen Bass has a lot of experience, all the wrong kind of experience,” O’Connor said.

WATCH:

California’s Blue Wall is Cracking, There is a Reckoning at Hand: Trace Gallagher [WATCH]
News

California’s Blue Wall is Cracking, There is a Reckoning at Hand: Trace Gallagher [WATCH]

/

Trace Gallagher said California’s political landscape may be shifting as Republican candidates gain visibility in a state that has been dominated by Democrats for decades.

Gallagher argued that while Democrats still maintain significant political power in California, growing voter frustration has created new challenges for the party ahead of major statewide and local races.

“There is a reckoning at hand,” Gallagher said.

According to Gallagher, Democratic control of California remains extensive, but he suggested signs of political dissatisfaction are becoming increasingly difficult to ignore.

“Democrats’ command of California remains vast, but there is also no doubt the big blue monster is developing a nasty red rash, experiencing the kind of inflammation the liberal machine has not seen in years, with no remedy in sight,” Gallagher said.

Gallagher pointed to the upcoming gubernatorial race, where former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra is expected to face Republican Steve Hilton.

“Suddenly, it appears that in his run for governor, far-left Democrat Xavier Becerra will now have to fend off Republican Steve Hilton, along with Hilton’s pesky policies,” Gallagher said.

He also referenced Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and the possibility of a challenge from Spencer Pratt.

“And Mayor Bass will likely have to stand her ground against the reality of Spencer Pratt and his AI superhero status,” Gallagher said.

Gallagher argued that Democratic candidates may now find themselves defending their records in ways they have not had to do in recent election cycles.

“Not only will Becerra and Bass have to come up with policies, they’ll have to defend those policies and debate those policies,” Gallagher said.

Referencing changing political conditions, Gallagher invoked a famous Bob Dylan lyric to describe what he sees as a growing shift in voter attitudes.

“Bob Dylan would caution the times they are changing,” Gallagher said.

Gallagher noted that Democrats have controlled California’s government for roughly two decades, overseeing most major policy decisions and holding many of the state’s top elected offices.

“Common sense would remind you, Democrats have run the Golden State for two decades, controlling virtually every major office, every major decision, and when things go wrong, the buck just keeps on trucking,” Gallagher said.

He argued that voters have begun expressing frustration with the state’s direction and are increasingly demanding accountability from those in power.

“But while the buck didn’t stop here, the voters did. They stopped, got angry, and took action,” Gallagher said.

Gallagher said those voters are now looking for answers from elected officials.

“And now they want answers, but Democrats have never been good at answers,” Gallagher said.

He contended that political messaging has often replaced substantive explanations for policy outcomes.

“Why offer explanations when exaggerations tend to fill the bill?” Gallagher said.

While acknowledging the challenges Republicans face in a state that remains heavily Democratic, Gallagher suggested that changing voter sentiment could create opportunities for candidates who stay focused on their message.

“Common sense knows Republicans face big odds, but when you’re in just one letter can make win,” Gallagher said.

WATCH:

Passenger Bites Officer After Refusing to Pay for Baggage in Chaotic Plane Scuffle [WATCH]
News

Passenger Bites Officer After Refusing to Pay for Baggage in Chaotic Plane Scuffle [WATCH]

/

A flight departing from Argentina was briefly delayed on Tuesday after a passenger allegedly resisted removal from an aircraft, leading to a confrontation with police that was captured on video by multiple travelers, as reported by the New York Post.

The incident took place at Jorge Newbery Airpark in Buenos Aires and involved a passenger aboard a JetSmart flight scheduled to travel to Córdoba, Argentina.

According to reports from Jam Press, the dispute began after airline personnel determined that the woman’s carry-on luggage exceeded weight limits. Authorities said she boarded the aircraft without resolving the issue or paying the required excess baggage fee.

Video recorded by fellow passengers showed several police officers entering the aircraft and attempting to remove the woman from her seat. Footage from the incident quickly circulated online, showing a lengthy struggle between the passenger and law enforcement officers inside the cabin.

Witnesses onboard recorded portions of the confrontation as officers worked to escort the woman from the low-cost carrier’s aircraft.

According to reports, the situation escalated when the passenger physically resisted efforts to remove her from the plane. During the struggle, authorities allege that she bit a female police officer on the arm.

The footage shows officers continuing to restrain the woman as they attempted to guide her off the aircraft. Several passengers could be heard reacting to the confrontation as it unfolded.

After a prolonged struggle, officers successfully removed the passenger from the flight. Video from the scene showed some travelers applauding once she had been escorted from the aircraft.

Authorities reported that the woman suffered minor injuries during the altercation. She was later transported to the airport’s medical center, where she received treatment.

Officials said the injuries were not considered serious.

The incident caused only a brief delay to the scheduled flight. After police completed their response and removed the passenger, the JetSmart aircraft departed for Córdoba.

The woman was subsequently detained by authorities.

According to reports, federal officials in Argentina have opened an investigation into the incident. As of Thursday, no criminal charges had been announced.

Authorities have not publicly released the woman’s identity.

The confrontation is the latest in a series of airline-related disputes that have drawn attention on social media, where videos captured by passengers often spread rapidly online.

In this case, the disagreement centered on excess baggage fees before escalating into a physical confrontation that required intervention from multiple officers.

The investigation remains ongoing as Argentine authorities review the circumstances surrounding the incident, including the altercation aboard the aircraft and the alleged assault on the officer.

Officials have not indicated when a final decision regarding possible charges may be made.

Fetterman’s Break from the Left Shows How Far Democrats Have Fallen Off the Cliff
News

Fetterman’s Break from the Left Shows How Far Democrats Have Fallen Off the Cliff

/

Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania has emerged as one of the most unconventional figures in the Democratic Party, finding himself increasingly at odds with fellow Democrats on issues ranging from border security to Israel and the direction of the party itself, as reported by Fox News.

The shift has been striking, given Fetterman’s political roots.

During the 2016 Democratic presidential primary, Fetterman, then serving as mayor of Braddock, Pennsylvania, was an early supporter of Sen. Bernie Sanders’ insurgent campaign against former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. At the time, Fetterman described himself and Sanders as aligned politically.

In an endorsement video, Fetterman said he and Sanders “stand together as the most progressive candidates in our respective races.”

Ten years later, Fetterman remains one of Pennsylvania’s two U.S. senators, but his relationship with many Democratic activists and elected officials has become increasingly strained.

Despite voting with Democrats the overwhelming majority of the time in the Senate, Fetterman has repeatedly broken with members of his party on several high-profile issues. Those disagreements have fueled speculation about his political future and prompted discussions among some Democrats about a possible primary challenge when he next seeks re-election.

Fetterman has publicly rejected suggestions that he might switch political parties and has maintained that his core beliefs remain unchanged.

At the center of many disputes are issues where Fetterman has openly criticized positions embraced by portions of the Democratic base.

On immigration, he has emphasized the importance of border security and has criticized what he views as automatic opposition to President Donald Trump.

“The president could come out for ice cream and lazy Sundays, and my party would suddenly hate them,” Fetterman said.

He has also been among the strongest Democratic supporters of Israel following the Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attacks.

Fetterman has gone further than simply expressing support for Israel, criticizing elements within his own party over their positions on the conflict.

He previously referred to what he described as “rot in my party standing with pro-Hamas people.”

Those comments have put him at odds with some prominent Democrats who have called for significant changes in U.S. policy toward Israel.

The divide became more visible in recent weeks as controversy surrounded Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner. While Sen. Bernie Sanders publicly defended Platner, Fetterman took a sharply different position.

Fetterman described it as “crazy” that “the guy who’s going to win the primary in Maine … has a Nazi tattoo on his chest, and that’s no problem for a lot of voters.”

Platner later responded by describing Fetterman as the “bane” of his existence.

The disagreements have unfolded as other prominent progressive figures continue to gain influence within Democratic politics.

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has endorsed left-wing candidates across the country and joined Sanders on a nationwide “Fighting Oligarchy” tour. Her name has frequently surfaced in discussions about potential Democratic presidential contenders in 2028.

At the same time, debates continue inside the party over economic, environmental, and foreign policy priorities.

Supporters of Fetterman argue that his positions reflect concerns shared by many working-class voters in battleground states. Critics contend that his views increasingly diverge from those of the Democratic activist base.

The debate highlights broader questions about the Democratic Party’s future direction as leaders and activists prepare for the next presidential cycle.

For now, Fetterman remains one of the party’s most unpredictable voices — a senator who still identifies as a Democrat but who has repeatedly shown a willingness to challenge fellow Democrats on some of the most contentious issues facing the party.

Socialist Mayor Responds After Spencer Pratt Targets Seattle Homeless Policies [WATCH]
News

Socialist Mayor Responds After Spencer Pratt Targets Seattle Homeless Policies [WATCH]

/

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson addressed comments from Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt this week, acknowledging that drug addiction plays a significant role in homelessness even as she argued that housing costs remain the primary cause of the crisis, as reported by The New York Post.

The exchange began after Pratt, who is running in Los Angeles’ mayoral race, discussed homelessness during an interview several weeks ago. Pratt argued that many individuals living on the streets in Los Angeles are not originally from the city and suggested that changes to local funding policies would encourage many to leave.

“People have been bused in by scam rehabs, scam NGOs, scam homeless nonprofits,” Pratt said. “These people, when I unplug them and say, ‘We’re not taking our taxpayer money anymore,’ they’re all going to Seattle, where the mayor will welcome them.”

Pratt’s Meteoric Rise Shocks Los Angeles Mayor Race as Odds Surge Dramatically

Pratt also challenged common descriptions of the homeless population.

“Well, they’re not homeless. They’re drug addicts,” he said.

Wilson’s office did not respond to a request for comment from The California Post, but the Seattle mayor was asked about Pratt’s remarks during a Wednesday interview with FOX13 Seattle.

The exchange began with a light moment as the reporter referenced Pratt and noted that he may survive California’s primary election. An audience member could be heard cheering when Pratt’s name was mentioned.

“Yeah, golly, was that a cheer?” Wilson asked before laughing.

While declining to directly engage with Pratt’s criticism, Wilson responded to the broader issues raised by the discussion.

“I’m not going to respond to him, but I will respond to you all,” Wilson said.

The mayor reiterated her view that housing affordability remains the central factor behind homelessness.

“What is driving homelessness is housing costs. There is a very, very clear correlation between housing costs and homelessness,” she said.

Later in the interview, however, Wilson acknowledged that substance abuse cannot be separated from the conversation. Seattle has faced ongoing challenges involving open-air drug use and addiction issues in several parts of the city, and the topic was raised again by the interviewer.

“That does not mean that drugs are not a factor. They absolutely are a factor,” Wilson said.

She expanded on that point by describing how addiction and homelessness can reinforce one another.

“Drugs make everything worse. If you fall into homelessness, very often people become addicted to drugs once they’ve become homeless. There are a lot of reasons for that. Or if they have a light substance use disorder, that becomes a severe substance use disorder.”

Wilson also discussed Seattle’s approach to addressing homelessness, saying the city is focused on connecting shelter services with behavioral health programs, substance abuse treatment, and other support services designed to help people leave the streets.

Despite acknowledging the role of addiction, Wilson maintained that rising housing costs remain what she described as the underlying driver of homelessness.

Notably, Wilson did not directly address Pratt’s claim that Seattle would welcome homeless individuals leaving Los Angeles, nor did she respond to his suggestion that many homeless residents in Los Angeles originate from outside the area.

Pratt has pointed to findings cited by City Journal indicating that approximately 64 percent of people living on Los Angeles streets reported being from outside the City of Los Angeles. According to the report, 53 percent said they were from outside Los Angeles County, while nearly 40 percent reported coming from outside California.

The Los Angeles candidate has also proposed establishing rehabilitation facilities on federal land as part of his homelessness strategy. Pratt previously told CNN that the concept is already “in the works” and said he has met with 30 “literal billionaires” regarding funding for the project.

Pratt remains one of three major candidates seeking to advance from California’s primary election as vote counting continues.

Marine Veteran Takes Down Armed Teen Mob During Failed Maryland Carjacking [WATCH]
News

Marine Veteran Takes Down Armed Teen Mob During Failed Maryland Carjacking [WATCH]

/

A Marine Corps veteran in Maryland is being credited with helping stop an attempted armed carjacking after surveillance video showed him fighting back against four hooded teenagers who allegedly targeted him while he was working on his truck, as reported by The New York Post.

The incident occurred around 4:45 p.m. Tuesday in Oxon Hill, Maryland, roughly 10 miles outside Washington, D.C. The confrontation was captured on surveillance footage later shared online by the victim, Jheyco Borda.

According to the video, Borda was standing near the bed of his truck when four teenagers approached him. The group quickly surrounded him, and one suspect, described as wearing a red, white, and blue sweatshirt, allegedly pulled out a handgun and demanded Borda’s truck keys and cellphone.

What appeared to be a routine criminal encounter quickly turned into a struggle when Borda seized what he later described as a split-second opportunity to act.

Surveillance footage shows Borda grabbing the armed suspect and wrestling for control of the weapon. As the confrontation intensified, two of the suspects fled down the street while another remained near the truck.

The situation changed further when Borda’s brother ran from a nearby home to assist.

During the struggle, a gunshot was fired. No injuries were reported.

Working together, the brothers managed to gain control of the situation. Borda continued grappling with the armed suspect while his brother pursued another member of the group. Within moments, the pair had subdued the suspects and held them until officers with the Prince George’s County Police Department arrived on the scene.

Authorities ultimately took all four suspects into custody.

After the incident, Borda credited his military background for helping him remain calm and react decisively under pressure.

“Once a Marine, always a Marine,” Borda told Fox 5.

“It took me just one split second. We went to training for the Marines, and that came out right at the moment.”

The veteran said he was thankful the situation did not end more tragically. He noted that several loved ones who are frequently around the truck were not present during the attempted carjacking.

According to Borda, his children were not in the vehicle, nor was his dog Sky, who often rides in the truck. He also expressed relief that no members of his family were injured during the confrontation.

Although no one was hurt, the truck sustained damage during the struggle. Borda said the round fired during the altercation passed through the bed of the vehicle, leaving behind damage he estimates will cost approximately $2,000 to repair.

He added that his insurance provider will not cover the repairs.

Following the arrests, Borda said accountability should extend beyond those directly involved in the attempted robbery.

He told Fox 5 that both the teenagers and their parents should be held responsible for what occurred.

Alongside the surveillance footage posted to social media, Borda also issued a warning to others in the community.

“Be careful and be aware of your surroundings,” he wrote.

The incident comes amid ongoing concerns about violent vehicle thefts and armed robberies in communities surrounding the Washington metropolitan area. In this case, however, police say the suspects encountered a Marine veteran who relied on his training, instincts, and assistance from his brother to prevent the alleged carjacking from succeeding.

Prince George’s County police have not publicly released the identities of the four suspects.

Cornell Boots Radical Student After President Cornered Over Israel Debate [WATCH]
News

Cornell Boots Radical Student After President Cornered Over Israel Debate [WATCH]

/

A Cornell University activist has been banned from campus events for one year after university officials concluded that he participated in a confrontation that followed the school’s president to his vehicle after an Israel-Palestinian debate on campus, as reported by The New York Post.

Aiden Vallecillo, who graduated from Cornell in May, was designated persona non grata by university police on May 28, according to reports from WBNG. The sanction stems from an April 30 incident in Ithaca, New York, when a group of students surrounded Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff in a parking lot following a debate hosted by the Cornell Political Union.

The event had been co-sponsored by Cornell Progressives, Cornellians for Israel, and Students for Justice in Palestine.

According to the university, Vallecillo was among a group of students who followed Kotlikoff as he left the debate and walked toward his vehicle. Video of the incident circulated online and showed students filming the university president while demanding answers to questions about campus policies and free speech issues.

Vallecillo was notified of the restriction five days after graduation while at his off-campus apartment.

“I think that they deliberately timed this to be at a point where students are off campus, where people are thinking about recent graduation, about post-grad plans and not about kind of how to support their fellow students,” Vallecillo told WBNG. “They’ve done it at a time when national media attention has also died off.”

Vallecillo argued that the university was punishing him for exercising free speech after Kotlikoff declined to answer questions from students following the event.

Cornell officials, however, reached a different conclusion after reviewing the incident.

“The Committee has found that the actions taken by these individuals on April 30th, which included following President Kotlikoff from an evening event into a parking lot and impeding his ability to leave, are inconsistent with university policies governing expressive activity and our standards for respectful conduct, safety, and the prohibition of intimidation,” Cornell’s Board of Trustees said in its findings.

The confrontation occurred after what Kotlikoff later described as a productive and respectful debate.

Kotlikoff, who became Cornell’s president in March 2025, praised the debate itself in comments issued May 15.

“Speech only carries meaning when one can speak, and another can listen. In a community and in a democracy, any exercise of that freedom carries the responsibility to respect the same rights for others,” Kotlikoff said.

“That is why we have policies and guidelines around free expression at Cornell: to ensure that everyone’s rights are protected and that no one can shout down or silence other views. I will continue to defend those policies with every means at my disposal.”

Following the event, several students, including Vallecillo, alleged that Kotlikoff struck them with his vehicle while attempting to leave the parking lot.

Video footage from a nearby security camera and cellphone recordings showed students moving behind the president’s vehicle as he backed out of the parking space.

“Ah, you just ran over my f*cking foot,” Vallecillo shouted during one recording while pointing a camera toward the ground.

According to reports, students who claimed they were struck declined medical treatment and repeatedly refused to provide sworn statements to police investigators.

No criminal charges were filed against either the students or Kotlikoff.

Kotlikoff later said he did not realize students had positioned themselves behind his vehicle as he attempted to leave. He acknowledged that, in hindsight, he should have remained inside the vehicle and contacted law enforcement.

“Only the following afternoon did I understand that my experience would look very different in the selected video clips posted on social media and be framed in ways that I found genuinely shocking. In the moment, my goal was extricating myself from the situation safely without escalating it. In retrospect, I certainly should have remained in my car, locked it, and called the police,” Kotlikoff said.

The university’s decision closes one chapter of a controversy that drew significant attention on campus and renewed debate over free speech, protest tactics, and student conduct at one of the nation’s most prominent Ivy League institutions.


Scroll to Top