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Military Cracks Down on Troops After Social Media Outrage Over Charlie Kirk’s Death
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Military Cracks Down on Troops After Social Media Outrage Over Charlie Kirk’s Death

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In the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s tragic death at Utah Valley University, a firestorm ignited on social media, exposing both troubling attitudes and a need for accountability within the United States military.

As of this week, at least eight service members across the Army, Air Force, Navy, and Marines have faced suspension or are under active investigation for posts they made online about Kirk’s killing.

These incidents offer a window into a broader culture war and reinforce the urgent call for professionalism and unity that President Trump and America First advocates like Kirk have championed for years.

The episode began as conservative accounts, joined by dedicated military supporters, began circulating posts from troops who mocked or celebrated Kirk’s death.

It quickly became clear that this was not just a minor incident isolated to a few rogue actors.

Instead, it reflected a deeper issue of discipline and values within the ranks.

At least five Army officers, including senior JAG officer Col. Amy Neiman from the 101st Airborne at Fort Campbell, have been suspended.

Others, like Col. Scott Stephens, Maj. Guillermo Muniz, Lt. Col. Christopher Ladnier, and Capt. Andra McCray, are also facing review for their statements online.

An Army Reserve major, Bryan Bintliff, is under investigation, and Senior Master Sgt. Adam Antonioli was removed from his leadership position at Hurlburt Field, Florida.

A Marine officer was relieved of his recruiting duties after sharing a meme mocking Kirk’s death.

These swift actions came as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made it crystal clear that the Pentagon was watching social media activity closely.

“We are tracking all these very closely — and will address, immediately. Completely unacceptable,” Hegseth announced on X the day after Kirk’s killing.

His leadership, aligned with President Trump’s enduring demand for loyalty and discipline among America’s armed forces, sent a powerful message: there will be zero tolerance for those who celebrate or mock the assassination of a fellow American.

Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell reinforced this sentiment, stating that the military has “zero tolerance” for any service members or Defense Department civilians who “celebrate or mock the assassination of a fellow American.”

Because the men and women who wear the uniform are entrusted with defending the nation, the expectation is that they display the highest standards of professionalism both in and out of uniform.

Col. Patrick Dierig, commander of the 1st Special Operations Wing, drove this point home in an email to his airmen, writing, “I expect each of you to uphold the highest standard of professionalism, on and off duty, in words, deeds, and actions. That standard is not optional.”

The movement to document and hold accountable those who posted hateful comments did not arise from thin air.

Army veteran Sam Shoemate, a former intelligence officer, explained, “I’m only concerned with senior leadership who feel the need to write vile garbage despite SECWAR [the Secretary of War] telling them not to. Counterproductive leadership has been my focus for years, and it will continue to be.”

This focus on leadership accountability aligns directly with the priorities of the Trump movement and those who continue to support Kirk’s legacy.

Nevertheless, some voices have expressed concerns about the implications of these disciplinary actions.

Kori Schake, a defense policy expert at the American Enterprise Institute, warned, “This kind of vigilante culture war activity is terribly damaging. It’s going to drive talented people out of our military and politicize those who remain.” At the same time, Schake proposed, “I propose that anyone advocating for forcing out people who’ve volunteered to defend our country should have to replace them.”

While this perspective is important, it must be balanced with the foundational truth that order and respect for the chain of command are critical for the integrity of America’s military.

Under Secretary of the Air Force Matthew Lohmeier, demonstrating strong leadership, took direct action in the case of Antonioli, promising to “take swift action” and subsequently placing Antonioli and his chain of command under investigation.

This decisive move earned praise from Hegseth, further highlighting the Trump-era emphasis on accountability and patriotic duty.

The Uniform Code of Military Justice does limit what troops can say publicly, including using contemptuous words against the president or other government officials.

Yet, as retired Marine Lt. Col. Colby Vokey notes, service members still retain First Amendment rights.

“I just think it would have to be found to be unconstitutional to charge anyone in violation of any of those articles for making comments about Charlie Kirk,” Vokey stated.

However, military leaders do have the authority to relieve troops from their positions for such conduct.

Ultimately, this incident should serve as a wake-up call and a rallying point for all Americans who value order, respect, and the sacrifices of those like Charlie Kirk and President Trump, who have never been afraid to speak hard truths and defend American values.

Upholding discipline and professionalism within the military is not only a matter of law but also a matter of preserving the spirit that has always made America great.

54 Smoking Guns Trump Can Use to Go After George Soros’ Network on RICO Charges
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54 Smoking Guns Trump Can Use to Go After George Soros’ Network on RICO Charges

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On The Charlie Kirk Show, Glenn Beck and Ryan Mauro outlined findings they say tie George Soros’s Open Society Foundations to U.S. organizations accused of supporting extremist activity.

Mauro detailed the research he conducted with the Capitol Research Center, pointing to tens of millions of dollars in grants as evidence.

“According to George Soros own files from his Open Society Foundations,” Mauro said, “so myself, my colleagues at Capitol Research Center, basically went through as many grants of his as many funding streams as we could find.”

“And here’s the smoking guns that we believe that President Trump, if he’s informed of it, can use to go after Soros, network of hate in various ways,” Mauro continued.

“We traced over $80 million going from the Open Society Foundations to at least 54 groups engaged in crime and domestic terrorism on US soil or that are pro terrorism.”

He added, “They were endorsing things like the October 7 attacks, or are associated with foreign terrorist organizations or explicitly pro terror groups. And this is according to his own file, so it’s rock solid.”

Mauro said part of the funding was tied to groups that, in his words, meet the FBI’s definition of domestic terrorism.

“Overall, that amount over 23 million, went to at least seven groups that are doing things that meet the FBI definition of domestic terrorism, rioting and things like that,” he stated.

Beck pressed Mauro for more information. “Can you be more specific than this?” Beck asked.

Mauro responded by naming one of the organizations. “Absolutely, I’m happy to so the Center for third world organizing, for example, is an organization that has a hub that fuse together several really extreme organizations.”

“We found $400,000 going to them,” he said.

“And they openly boast of the fact that they threw down during the uprisings in Minnesota, obviously referring to the rioting and boasting of how many 1000s of people they helped train.”

Mauro explained that some of the groups create materials that appear innocent on the surface but contain links to violent guidance.

“A lot of these groups have created what they’ll call like a protest guide or an activism tool kit. And it sounds innocuous. Then you open it up, and you’ll see support for Hamas in it.”

He added, “But then they’ll sometimes slyly say, for more information, go to these hyperlinks, and you go to the hyperlinks, and there’ll be guides recommending things like property, destruction, violence, false IDs, how to obstruct justice, all of these things.”

“And they know darn well what they’re doing. They don’t put that there by accident,” Mauro said.

He continued, “Some of the more careful ones will just direct their readership to anarchist websites with all that material, knowing that they’ll see it when it’s there.”

Mauro also emphasized the broader reach of these groups.

“Some of these groups are coalitions,” he said.

“So when I say 54 groups, just one of those might have 300 entities in that one. So it’s actually the real number is actually much higher.”

The discussion centered on the scale of Soros’s reported funding and the potential implications if authorities confirm the links.

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Mauro and Beck argued that the evidence warrants further investigation by federal officials, particularly in light of the groups’ own published materials.

‘This Isn’t Cancel Culture. This Is CONSEQUENCE Culture’: Benny Johnson on Jimmy Kimmel
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‘This Isn’t Cancel Culture. This Is CONSEQUENCE Culture’: Benny Johnson on Jimmy Kimmel

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Rob Finnerty and commentator Benny Johnson said Monday that the media landscape is undergoing a rapid shift after remarks by ABC host Jimmy Kimmel about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk drew sharp criticism and prompted major affiliates to remove his program from their schedules.

“Benny, this is just a monumental shake up to the media landscape. And on Monday, after all the questions we’ve gotten from the audience about Charlie Kirk and what happens now, where do we go from here? Clearly, things are changing, and it’s going to start with the media, where a reckoning is happening right now, isn’t it?” Finnerty asked during the Newsmax segment.

Johnson responded at length, accusing Kimmel of misrepresenting the motive behind Kirk’s killing and of using his platform to assign blame to conservatives.

“Yes, absolutely, Rob, and thank you for having me on I want to establish what Jimmy Kimmel did here, because the left, much like how they are trying to hide the fact that Charlie was politically assassinated by a Tran Tifa, far left wing sociopath who hated Charlie and hated conservatives, and so with hate in his heart, he inscribed Antifa and far left wing LGBT messaging on bullets and sent them down range to murder Charlie Kirk,” Johnson said.

“They have tried to cover that up, and part of the cover up was using Jimmy Kimmel’s platform to say that Charlie was killed by a MAGA conservative,” he continued.

“Now, left wingers are trying now to rewrite history and say that Jimmy Kimmel was fired for a joke that he told,” Johnson said.

“This is not a joke.”

“Jimmy Kimmel said that Charlie Kirk deserved his assassination,” Johnson added.

“Jimmy Kimmel said that Charlie Kirk shares in the blame for his own assassination.”

“This is the commentary that Jimmy Kimmel made. It is utterly and completely indefensible,” Johnson said, and then he accused Kimmel of further mocking Kirk and President Trump.

“Jimmy Kimmel went on to then make fun of Charlie Kirk and make fun of President Trump, saying that he did not care about or love his friend.”

“And so I want to establish that this is not a joke. This is a lie,” Johnson said.

Johnson framed his charges in regulatory terms, pointing to ABC’s broadcast obligations.

“Now, ABC has a lavish broadcast license that is granted to them by the American taxpayer. The American taxpayer pays money so that ABC News can be broadcast freely into millions of American homes,” he said.

“They have a responsibility to broadcast true information in the public interest. It is a legally binding contract, and so by Jimmy Kimmel misinforming his audience, not only does he victim blame Charlie Kirk and say that Charlie Kirk deserved to get politically assassinated, he’s also lying to his audience, thus creating an unsafe environment for other conservatives, other Turning Point activists, exactly for you or me.”

“He’s saying that we deserved it, and more importantly, that if you go and kill a Trump supporter, that he will cover for you, that the left can go murder Trump supporters, and Jimmy Kimmel will go and whitewash it for you so that you don’t get any blame, and his side doesn’t get any blame,” Johnson said.

“That’s what Kimmel did that accelerates the dangerous atmosphere that the left has created right now. It continues the atmosphere that got Charlie killed, and so what Jimmy Kimmel did was indefensible.”

Johnson described his response after viewing the clip and said he contacted an FCC official.

“Now I saw that clip, and I got enraged, and I said, we are going to call Brendan Carr and get him on my show, and we’re going to talk about this,” Johnson said.

“Brennan car is the FCC commissioner. Brennan car came on my show and said that ABC is going to have is going to have hell to pay for this. That is a truly sick comment, and at the FCC, they’re not going to tolerate it.”

Johnson said his team then reached out to local broadcast affiliates.

“Then we went and we called the local stations, the broadcast affiliates. And my team has been calling broadcast affiliates all day long,” he said.

“Do you agree? Do you agree with this? And the broadcast affiliates to their great credit, Nexstar and Sinclair both said, No, we are going to pull Jimmy Kimmel from the air. We’re going to take him out of 37 million American households.”

Johnson asserted the de-scheduling would harm Kimmel’s audience and force ABC’s hand.

“Jimmy Kimmel show only does like 2 million views a night. So what is that going to do to his ratings? Of course, it’s going to collapse them,” he said.

“And then at that point, ABC News had no choice but to bow their head to suspend Jimmy Kimmel and to grant in the name of Charlie Kirk, the single greatest cultural victory for the right in a generation.”

Finnerty and Johnson framed the sequence—public outcry, contact with the FCC, affiliate pullbacks and ABC’s suspension—as evidence of intensified scrutiny on media commentary.

JB Pritzker Busted: He Claims He Never Compared Trump to Hitler, Internet Brings Receipts
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JB Pritzker Busted: He Claims He Never Compared Trump to Hitler, Internet Brings Receipts

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Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker denied this week that he had ever compared Republicans or President Donald Trump to Nazis, despite several recorded remarks and public statements in which he invoked Nazi Germany when discussing Trump, Elon Musk, and the Republican Party.

Speaking at a press conference Monday, Pritzker rejected accusations that he had labeled Republicans as Nazis.

“No, I have not. That is completely false. I have never called Republicans Nazis. That’s what [Republicans] would like to say, they’re lying. They’re lying,” he said. “Well, that’s not what I called them.”

However, recordings and public appearances show Pritzker has repeatedly drawn parallels between Trump and Nazi Germany.

On February 28, 2025, during an appearance on The View, Pritzker claimed that Trump was “tearing down constitutional democracy” in the same way Adolf Hitler did.

He further argued that the Trump administration’s approach to governance mirrored the dismantling of democratic institutions during the Nazi era.

In a post on X dated October 23, 2024, ahead of the presidential election, Pritzker wrote that Trump “praises and romanticizes” Hitler and described him as a “dictator-in-waiting.”

He added, “The way Donald Trump praises and romanticizes Hitler is unhinged, disturbing, and disqualifying. He is a dictator-in-waiting. We know exactly what he’ll do if he’s in power again. It cannot happen.”

On April 28, 2024, during an interview on Inside with Jen Psaki, Pritzker compared Trump’s immigration enforcement policies to Nazi-era restrictions on civil rights in the 1930s.

He said, “The rhetoric that’s being used by Donald Trump, the rhetoric that is being used by some of the MAGA extremists is rhetoric that was used in the 1930s in Germany. I am very concerned about the direction of the country if we see policies like what Donald Trump is espousing come to light for our country.”

He repeated the comparison in December 2023 on MSNBC, again linking Trump and supporters of the “MAGA movement” to the rise of Hitler’s regime.

Pritzker has also invoked Nazi imagery in exchanges with Musk.

Following Trump’s inauguration on January 20, 2025, Pritzker claimed Musk gave a Nazi-style salute to the crowd.

When Musk mocked Pritzker’s weight on X days later, Pritzker responded on January 29: “I salute @TheWienerCircle, not Nazis.”

The governor’s denial comes amid heightened scrutiny of political rhetoric following the assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk on September 10.

Authorities identified the suspected gunman, Tyler Robinson, as an individual who had adopted left-wing views and “became more pro-gay and trans-rights oriented,” according to law enforcement statements released Tuesday.

During Monday’s press conference, Pritzker called on Trump to condemn political violence in the wake of Kirk’s assassination.

He also cited the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot as part of a broader surge in political violence that he attributed to Trump.

The resurfacing of Pritzker’s past comments stands in contrast to his current denials and has renewed debate over the impact of incendiary rhetoric by public officials, especially at a moment when political violence remains under national scrutiny.

Veteran Pleads Not Guilty After Burning U.S. Flag in Protest Near White House
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Veteran Pleads Not Guilty After Burning U.S. Flag in Protest Near White House

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An Army veteran who spent over two decades serving his country now finds himself at the center of a debate that touches on the heart of American values.

Jan Carey, a 54-year-old from Arden, North Carolina, pleaded not guilty Wednesday to federal criminal charges after he set fire to an American flag near the White House.

His act was a protest against President Donald Trump’s recent executive order on flag burning, an issue that has long stirred intense passions across the country.

Carey’s court appearance marks the latest chapter in an ongoing struggle over the boundaries of free speech and patriotic symbolism.

Although the charges he faces are not directly related to the act of burning the flag, the context of his protest and the government’s response have drawn national attention.

Carey was arraigned on two misdemeanor counts: igniting a fire in an undesignated area and lighting a fire that caused damage to property or park resources. As the case moves forward, both supporters and critics are watching closely, aware that its outcome could set an important precedent.

Chief Judge James Boasberg presided over the arraignment, setting an October 17 deadline for Carey’s attorneys to file a motion to dismiss the case on constitutional grounds. The next court date is scheduled for December 1, when a status hearing will take place.

This timeline gives Carey’s legal team the opportunity to challenge the charges by arguing that his actions fall within the protection of the First Amendment.

The events leading up to Carey’s arrest unfolded on August 25, when he burned a flag in Lafayette Park, just steps from the White House.

The National Park Service oversees the park, and, according to authorities, burning any material on federal property is prohibited by law.

Earlier that same day, President Trump had signed an executive order requiring the Justice Department to investigate and prosecute individuals for burning the American flag.

The timing of Carey’s protest was no coincidence, as it was meant to directly challenge the new directive.

The Supreme Court has previously ruled that burning the American flag is a form of political expression that is protected by the Constitution.

However, Trump’s executive order seeks to carve out exceptions, asserting that flag burning can be prosecuted if it “is likely to incite imminent lawless action” or qualifies as “fighting words.”

The President has made his position clear, stating, “You burn a flag, you get one year in jail. You don’t get 10 years, you don’t get one month. You get one year in jail, and it goes on your record, and you will see flag burning stopping immediately.”

For Carey, the protest was not just an act of defiance, but an expression of principle rooted in his long service to the nation.

After his court hearing, he told reporters, “I served this country for over 20 years, having taken an oath to uphold our Constitution. I did not take an oath to serve a dictator, a tyrant or a wannabe king.”

Carey’s words reflect the deeply personal motivations behind his decision, as well as a broader concern for the preservation of civil liberties.

The prosecution of Carey is being handled by U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro’s office. Pirro, a former Fox News host and judge who was appointed by President Trump, has taken a firm stance on the matter.

Her office’s spokesman, Tim Lauer, explained, “Although we respect the First Amendment, there is a law that prohibits the burning of anything, including a flag, on federal property.”

This argument points to a tension that has long existed between the government’s responsibility to protect public spaces and the rights of individuals to express dissent.

On the other side, Carey’s defense is being led by Mara Verheyden-Hilliard, co-founder of the Partnership for Civil Justice Fund. She characterized the charges as part of a larger effort by the Trump administration to silence free speech and suppress protest.

“This is a desecration of the First Amendment by the administration, and it is crucial that people stand up and speak out, exercise their rights,” Verheyden-Hilliard said.

As the legal battle unfolds, the case has come to symbolize the ongoing conflict between authority and individual liberty, especially in a climate where protest and patriotism often collide.

Because the outcome could have lasting implications for how free speech is protected or restricted, many are watching closely.

Therefore, the resolution of Jan Carey’s case is likely to reverberate far beyond the courtroom, shaping the debate over what it truly means to uphold American values in turbulent times.

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Illinois Democrat Melts Down While Confronting ICE Agents in Chicago Streets
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Illinois Democrat Melts Down While Confronting ICE Agents in Chicago Streets

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An Illinois state senator was filmed confronting federal agents during an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation in West Chicago, drawing criticism from officials who described her behavior as reckless and concerning.

State Sen. Karina Villa, a Democrat, was seen on video early Monday running through the streets in red pants and high heels while shouting warnings to residents.

In the footage, she urged people to “stay in your cars” and “stay in your houses” as ICE agents conducted their operation.

Approaching a vehicle carrying agents, Villa declared, “This is my city! This is my city, that’s right!”

She then repeatedly shouted, “Take off your masks!” before turning to the camera and delivering a message in Spanish.

The video quickly circulated online, prompting widespread reaction.

Gregory Bovino, the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol chief overseeing the Chicago operations, addressed the incident during an appearance on “Fox and Friends” Wednesday.

He suggested Villa’s behavior demonstrated instability.

“When I see this, I think she really needs to see someone. She may need some help,” Bovino said.

Bovino emphasized that the protective gear worn by agents is essential to their safety.

“With a 1,000% increase in assaults against federal agents doing operations such as this, I think it makes sense for these masks to be there. There’s a reason for this,” he stated.

ICE officials also issued a response, condemning Villa’s actions.

“It is irresponsible and dangerous for any elected official to flagrantly encourage individuals to disregard the law and interfere with lawful operations that protect public safety,” the agency said in a statement.

Bovino announced Tuesday morning that “Operation at Large,” a component of the larger Operation Midway Blitz, had launched in Chicago with the purpose of targeting illegal aliens.

He noted that enforcement efforts had already led to significant results.

“In the past week alone, we’ve made several hundred arrests in and around Chicago. And you’re going to see those numbers rise,” Bovino told Fox News.

When asked about Illinois Governor JB Pritzker’s opposition to ICE operations in the state, Bovino signaled he was open to a direct discussion but insisted the governor should witness the situation firsthand.

“I’d rather walk the streets with the governor,” he said.

“He better put his walking shoes on if he’s got them in. Let’s take a walk and look at the streets and look at what these aliens are doing to Chicago and its residents.”

The clash between Villa and federal agents highlights ongoing tensions between Illinois Democrats and federal immigration authorities.

While Villa’s video drew attention online, ICE continues its operations across the region, which officials say are aimed at addressing public safety concerns tied to illegal immigration.

The situation in West Chicago marks the latest flashpoint in the debate over cooperation between state officials and federal enforcement, with both sides standing firm on their positions.

Federal agents have signaled they will continue operations under Operation Midway Blitz, while Villa has not publicly backed down from her confrontation with ICE.

Sen. Josh Hawley Calls for Legal Accountability for Funders of Violent Riots
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Sen. Josh Hawley Calls for Legal Accountability for Funders of Violent Riots

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Sen. Josh Hawley (R-MO) said that individuals or groups who finance riots that turn violent should face legal consequences.

Hawley made the comments on Fox News’ Jesse Watters Primetime the same day he questioned FBI Director Kash Patel during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on the agency’s oversight.

Patel testified that the FBI is tracking the flow of money behind acts of violence motivated by ideology, including attacks on religious institutions and faith-based communities.

“We are following the money,” Patel said, explaining that financial backers of organized unrest are a focus of ongoing investigations.

On Fox News, host Jesse Watters asked Hawley whether lawmakers could hold accountable those who fund activities that escalate into violence.

Hawley responded that financial backers cannot claim ignorance when their support is directed toward organized unrest.

“Well listen, you certainly cannot fund crimes knowingly, and here’s the thing. When you look at the planned nature of so many of these rallies, so many of these riots, so many of these so-called uprisings, the funders have got to know what it is they’re funding,” Hawley said.

“These are smart people. It’s one of the reasons that they’ve concealed this money in their network for so long. They know what they’re funding, so I think the answer is yes.”

Hawley continued, “If you’re out there funding rioting that harms people, that assaults cops, that burns down buildings, yeah, that’s a crime. You ought to be held responsible for that. You ought to answer for that in court. That’s one of the reasons why [FBI Director] Kash Patel today, seeing as he’s going after the money, [is] such a big deal.”

In June, Patel announced that the FBI would investigate the sources of funding behind protests in Los Angeles that targeted U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities.

The demonstrations escalated into riots, resulting in vandalism of federal buildings, the burning of Waymo vehicles, and attacks on law enforcement vehicles, including incidents where rioters blocked police cars on freeways and threw projectiles.

The unrest followed Trump administration initiatives to increase enforcement against illegal immigration.

Demonstrators had initially organized under the banner of protest, but violence quickly escalated into destruction of property and direct clashes with authorities.

Investigations into the Los Angeles riots have revealed connections between the events and outside organizations.

Patel cited reports linking the Party for Socialism and Liberation, a group with ties to pro-Chinese Communist Party businessman Neville Roy Singham, to the demonstrations.

Additional scrutiny came from a New York Post report, which uncovered state financial records showing that a progressive activist group connected to the protests had received both California state and federal government grants.

The findings raised new questions about whether taxpayer money indirectly supported activities that devolved into riots.

Patel’s testimony reinforced that federal investigators are examining these financial links as part of the broader effort to prevent politically motivated violence.

Hawley emphasized that going after the funders is a critical step. He argued that targeting only the individuals on the ground ignores the network of organizers and donors who provide resources for events that turn violent.

His comments suggest that lawmakers may push for additional accountability measures to ensure that financial backers of such activities face potential criminal charges.

The Senate Judiciary Committee hearing marked Patel’s latest opportunity to outline the FBI’s priorities under his leadership.

For Hawley and other Republicans, the focus on funding sources reflects a broader concern about organized networks driving unrest and violence across the country.

Dearborn’s Muslim Mayor Tells Christian Citizen He’s “Not Welcome Here”
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Dearborn’s Muslim Mayor Tells Christian Citizen He’s “Not Welcome Here”

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Tensions erupted at a Dearborn City Council meeting last week after Mayor Abdullah H. Hammoud told a Christian resident that he was “not welcome” in the city for objecting to new street signs honoring Arab American News publisher Osama Siblani.

The exchange occurred when Edward “Ted” Barham, a Dearborn resident, voiced concerns about Wayne County’s decision to place signs at intersections along Warren Avenue bearing Siblani’s name.

FOX 2 Detroit reported that the signs were authorized and installed by Wayne County, not by the City of Dearborn.

Barham introduced himself as a city resident and explained his opposition to the designation.

“He’s a promoter of Hezbollah and Hamas,” Barham said, before citing past remarks from Siblani.

He quoted one of Siblani’s statements: “He talks about how the blood of the martyrs irrigates the land of Palestine … whether we are in Michigan and whether we are in Yemen. Believe me, everyone should fight within his means. They will fight with stones, others will fight with guns, others fight with planes, drones, and rockets.”

Barham compared the decision to naming a road “Hezbollah Street or Hamas Street,” describing it as provocative and contrary to the values he wanted to promote as a Christian.

He closed his remarks by quoting scripture: “Blessed are the peacemakers.”

Several council members interrupted to caution Barham against “personal attacks” and to note that the city itself had no control over the county’s actions.

One clarified, “The sign that was placed on Warren Avenue which is a County road and that was done by the Wayne County Executive.”

Still, Barham maintained that the issue was significant to Dearborn residents because the signs were located in their city.

Mayor Hammoud then issued remarks that quickly drew attention and criticism.

“The best suggestion I have for you is to not drive on Warren Avenue or to close your eyes while you’re doing it. His name is up there and I spoke at a ceremony celebrating it because he’s done a lot for this community,” Hammoud said.

The mayor escalated further, directly attacking Barham.

“You are a bigot, and you are racist, and you’re an Islamophobe,” Hammoud stated.

He concluded, “Although you live here, I want you to know as mayor, you are not welcome here. And the day you move out of the city will be the day that I launch a parade celebrating the fact that you moved out of this city.”

The controversy centers on Wayne County’s August decision to honor Siblani, who has been a prominent figure in Arab American media.

The county commission approved the designation, and Hammoud joined other officials at a ceremony marking the unveiling of the signs.

Dearborn, which has the highest percentage of Muslim residents of any city in the United States, has often wrestled with questions of cultural and political representation.

For many in attendance, the moment raised concerns about whether city leaders are prepared to hear opposing viewpoints or whether dissenting residents risk being dismissed outright.

While county officials formally authorized the street designations, the fallout from Hammoud’s comments has placed Dearborn’s political climate under renewed scrutiny.

ABC Reporter Gushes Over Charlie Kirk Assassin’s Text Messages to His Trans Lover
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ABC Reporter Gushes Over Charlie Kirk Assassin’s Text Messages to His Trans Lover

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An ABC News correspondent is under fire after offering an unusual interpretation of text messages between accused Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson and his transgender partner.

The messages, revealed Tuesday during a press conference in Utah, were presented by ABC’s Matt Gutman as “intimate,” “fulsome,” and “very touching,” sparking backlash from lawmakers, commentators, and the public.

Gutman delivered his remarks during a live report from the press conference addressing the Sept. 10 killing of Kirk.

He described the texts Robinson allegedly sent just hours after the assassination as a striking mix of incriminating and emotional content.

“But, also, it was very touching in a way that many of us didn’t expect,” Gutman said.

The reporter continued, “A very intimate portrait into this relationship between the suspect’s roommate and the suspect himself, with him repeatedly calling his roommate, who is transitioning, calling him ‘my love.’ And ‘I want to protect you, my love.’”

Gutman added that prosecutors argued Robinson endangered not only Kirk and attendees but also children present at the event, labeling it an aggravating circumstance in the case.

Still, he framed the personal messages between Robinson and his partner as a “riveting” aspect of the press conference.

“And then, on the other hand, he was, you know, speaking so lovingly about his partner. So a very interesting, riveting press conference,” Gutman concluded.

Following the press conference, Gutman reiterated his observations on ABC’s livestream platform, doubling down on the characterization of the messages as both incriminating and emotionally moving.

“I don’t think I ever experienced a press conference in which we’ve read text messages that are A – so fulsome, so robust, so apparently allegedly self-incriminating and yet, on the other hand, so touching, right?” he said.

Gutman highlighted language in the texts in which Robinson referred to his partner as “my love” and justified his actions as an attempt to provide protection.

He also noted that Robinson allegedly urged his partner to delete the messages and avoid cooperating with law enforcement. “So, there’s this heartbreaking duality that we’re seeing very tragically playing out,” Gutman added.

The coverage quickly drew widespread criticism across social media, with many viewers accusing Gutman of adopting a sympathetic tone toward the accused assassin.

Karol Markowicz, columnist for the New York Post, responded on X with a blunt “Wtaf.” Florida Governor Ron DeSantis commented, “Legacy media in all its glory.”

Sen. Jim Banks, R-Ind., wrote, “Wait, what???” while Fox News host Will Cain described the broadcast as “Fundamentally, irredeemably, broken.”

Meghan McCain also joined the criticism, posting, “Is everyone @ABC out of their minds?!”

Several users on X called for ABC News to terminate Gutman over the remarks.

Multiple posts demanding his dismissal received thousands of likes, reflecting mounting pressure on the network.

The incident added another layer of controversy to the high-profile case surrounding Robinson, who has been charged in connection with Kirk’s killing.

While prosecutors outlined the serious nature of the crime and its impact on victims, ABC News is now facing questions about how its coverage framed the suspect’s alleged communications.

ABC wasn’t alone in their framing of the Charlie Kirk Assassination as ‘love story.’

Kamala’s former lover, Montel Williams, also pushed a similar narrative.

Ted Cruz Personally Paints Over Graffiti Attacking Charlie Kirk In Houston
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Ted Cruz Personally Paints Over Graffiti Attacking Charlie Kirk In Houston

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Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas personally painted over graffiti on Houston’s Highway 59 that read “F-ck Charlie Kirk,” just days after the conservative activist was assassinated in Utah, as reported by The Gateway Pundit.

Kirk, 31, co-founder of Turning Point USA, was shot and killed during a speaking event at Utah Valley University on Wednesday. The attack drew widespread condemnation and vigils across the country.

San Marcos, TX / United States – Oct. 24 2018: Turning Point USA founder and president Charlie Kirk during a visit to Texas State University in San Marcos.

On Sunday, Cruz arrived at the site of the graffiti and used a paint roller and white paint to cover the message. A video of the senator’s actions was shared by Fox News and circulated widely on social media.

In a post on X, Cruz explained why he acted directly. “Some deranged bastard put this graffiti on the 59 freeway in Houston,” he wrote.

“TXDOT has been notified & I’m sure they will remove it expeditiously. But, in the meantime, Texans don’t have to look at this hateful garbage anymore.”

The graffiti appeared just days after Kirk’s death, which authorities say was carried out by Tyler Robinson, 22, of Utah. Robinson has been charged with capital murder. Prosecutors confirmed he will be eligible for the death penalty if convicted.

Cruz’s decision to personally cover the message was intended as a temporary fix until state highway crews could address it.

Though his paintwork was uneven, the senator emphasized the importance of ensuring that motorists and residents would not be forced to see the vandalism while passing through the busy freeway.

The incident added to the national attention surrounding Kirk’s assassination, which continues to be investigated by federal and local authorities. Vigils have been held in Washington, D.C., Salt Lake City, and other cities in honor of Kirk’s life and work.

Robinson remains in custody in Utah. According to law enforcement officials, he allegedly carried out the attack from a rooftop sniper position and later abandoned the weapon before being arrested. Investigators confirmed that he faces capital charges under Utah law.

Tyler Robinson’s Mugshot – Utah County Sheriff’s Office

Cruz’s response in Houston underscored the broader public outcry over Kirk’s killing and the acts of hostility that have followed. The senator’s quick action drew widespread notice online as communities across the country continued to mourn Kirk’s death.


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