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Supreme Court gives Americans a temporary reprieve from migrant surge (By Michael Letts)

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(Originally appeared in The American Thinker.) Migrants have been waiting at the U.S.-Mexico border for the Title 42 health program to expire. Why? Once it does, it will create an opportunity for the migrants to cross the border and get a toehold in the United States. Forget about a COVID surge. Governments in the border states are worried about an illegal immigrant surge. More than a dozen states filed an emergency application to the U.S. Supreme Court … Read more

Is Netanyahu’s Return Really a Threat to Israel’s Democracy? (Guest: David Rubin)

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Former Mayor of Shiloh, Israel, David Rubin discusses Inside Info Benjamin Netanyahu is once again Israel’s Prime Minister, just a year and a half after he was removed from office, thanks to his coalition with more conservative parties to the right of his Likud party. As a result of their support, he has put some into higher end cabinet positions, such as National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir and Minister of Finance Bezalel Smotrich, who … Read more

China’s Growing COVID Cases Create Concern for the West (Guest: Nan Su)

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The Epoch Times investigative reporter Nan Su warns that the United States could feel repercussions from the rising cases of COVID overseas. China is seeing a disturbing growth in COVID cases. Anecdotal onsite reports that 90 percent of Beijing are currently infected. Based on China’s CDC internal documents obtained by the Epoch Times, from Dec. 1 to Dec. 20, China had 248 million infected, with 37 million infected on Dec. 20 alone in a single day. … Read more

Buffalo’s “First Of Its Kind” Lawsuit Is Ignoring the Real Problem (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Gun Owners of America spokesman Stephen Willeford has his doubts about the Buffalo NY’s lawsuit against gun makers and sellers. The filing of a “first of its kind” lawsuit by Buffalo, New York points to a bigger problem the city by not trying to find a more responsible solution. The city filed a lawsuit just before Christmas against various gun manufacturers, including Beretta, Smith & Wesson, and Remington. In addition, the suit also includes resellers … Read more

The City of Buffalo’s Lawsuit Illogically Attacks Gun Sellers (Guest: Second Amendment Foundation)

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A representative for Second Amendment Foundation slams the suit, stating that the blame is being placed on the wrong shoulders. With President Joe Biden still working on an “assault weapons” ban, some states are taking issues surrounding gun violence into their own hands. But some might be a little too drastic on the topic. Right before the Christmas break, the city of Buffalo filed a “first of its kind” lawsuit against gun manufacturers and sellers … Read more

New DOJ Report Digs Deep into Police Interactions – Finds Positive News (Guest: Michael Letts)

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Over the past couple of years, many people have been painting police officers negatively, even getting to the point that they supported ”defund the police” campaigns. But a new report from the US Department of Justice recently revealed some new data indicating how these attacks ae unwarranted. According to Lawenforcementtoday’s recent article, the report indicates that, based on Gallup data, “An estimated 40 million U.S. residents age 16 or older, or about 17 percent of the … Read more

China’s Christmas Military Drills Violate Taiwan and Japan (Guest: Nan Su)

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The Epoch Times reporter Nan Su explains the problem these largest ever events are for the United States. According to CNN, 47 Chinese aircraft were sent across the median line of the Taiwan Strait. This marks its biggest incursion to date across the island’s air defense zone. China performed the so-called “strike drill,” with the CCP believing that the country is part of its territory – even though it’s not. This continues to build tension with … Read more

Gun Owners of America Frustrated by the New Omnibus Bill (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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The group’s spokesman demonstrates that the bill is laden with issues that could adversely affect gun owners. The Senate appears set to pass a $1.7 trillion bill around the start of the new year to finance federal agencies through September and provide around $45 billion in military and economic help to Ukraine. However, there are some smaller details that greatly concern Gun Owners of America. In a newsletter sent out earlier this week, the group … Read more

COVID-19 Could Very Well Put an End to the Existing “China Model” (Guest: Joshua Philipp)

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The Epoch Times’ Award-winning Investigative Reporter Joshua Philipp explains how China’s new plan for  handling COVID-19 could very well change what is usually expected. As the rest of the world is coming out of the end of COVID-19, China seems to be running right back into it. Reports indicate that 250 million Mainland Chinese have contracted the virus over the past three weeks; and in a new Crossroads video, The Epoch Times  does a deep drive on the numbers and,, … Read more

San Francisco Dying: A City In a Death Spiral (By Michael Letts)

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(Originally published on Front Page Magazine.) You may have heard the phrase, “Get woke, go broke.” It has become a common phrase in the past few years, mainly because it keeps proving itself true. San Francisco is a prime example of the death spiral going broke puts cities, businesses, and people into. The city has long been a bastion of liberalism. When it became fashionable after the death of George Floyd to defund the police, … Read more

Police Departments Are Trying To Bring In New Recruits With Bonuses – But Did It Really Need To Come To This? (Guest: Michael Letts)

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More work can be done, especially for officers that have been on duty. With “defund the police” doing a heavy damage to police departments across the United States, some communities are taking matters into their own hands when it comes to bringing on new recruits to join the ranks. The New York Times recently reported that several cities have initiated recruitment programs to bring new officers on board, including bonuses worth tens of thousands of dollars, as … Read more

Second Amendment Foundation Is Fighting Back Against New Jersey’s Concealed Carry Law

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A representative from the group explains why a lawsuit was the best way to fight back. New Jersey has just signed a controversial new gun law into effect, one that prevents citizens from Concealed-Carry, even with permit, in “sensitive places”; it also made carrying an operable handgun illegal “while in a vehicle.” As expected, Republicans have voiced their opposition to the controversial law; and gun groups are taking action. The Second Amendment Foundation filed a lawsuit … Read more

Want a Perfect Example of Why Police Officers are Discouraged? (By Michael Letts)

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(Originally published in Front Page Magazine.) Two years ago, Kamari Pleasant received probation for a felony gun case in Cook County, Illinois. It is home to Chicago where some of toughest gun laws are in place. Yet, somehow that young man was given probation. That usually wouldn’t be a problem. If the prosecutor and police looked at the circumstances and discovered extenuating circumstances that would justify leniency, that’s wonderful. In Pleasant’s case, police allegedly found … Read more

Thanks to Elon, the FBI has a lot to answer for (By Michael Letts)

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Originally published in American Thinker.) Things have not been good for the Federal Bureau of Investigation this year. Thanks to its new owner Elon Musk, the “Twitter Files” have been making the rounds, revealing just what kind of relationship the social media giant has with the bureau. Apparently the two had “constant and pervasive” communications, with the FBI treating Twitter as a “subsidiary.” In other words, they were making note of accounts and tweets that needed to … Read more

Do Your Local Elected Officials Need Encouragement To Fight Crime? (Guest: Michael Letts)

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Law enforcement veteran Michael Letts challenges local officials to fight crime. But do others needs challenging? In the face of a growing crime wave in the city of New Orleans, Mayor LaToya Cantrell has assigned a temporary police superintendent to lend a hand until she can get someone permanent in 2023. But that may not be enough to account for her own actions. Fox News is reporting that New Orleans Captain Michelle Woodfork will become the … Read more

The “Twitter Files” Have Revealed an Interesting Tie-In With the FBI – And It’s Likely To Lead To Subpoenas

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Law enforcement veteran Michael Letts explains why things continue to look worse for the bureau as 2022 comes to a close. The Federal Bureau of Investigation has been under scrutiny for most of 2022, mainly due to its actions from the raid on former President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort. Now, however, some interesting “Twitter files” have revealed something that gives Republicans even more fuel to go after the bureau. A report from The Epoch Times indicates that, … Read more

Will The New Alliance Between Governments and Corporations Be For the Better Or Worse? (Guest: Kevin Stocklin)

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The Shadow State director Kevin Stocklin investigates the ESG industry, who’s driving it, how it works and where it’s going in the coming year. Throughout 2022, the ESG industry (Environmental, Social and Governance) has made headlines as it supporters and critics clash. In this movement, corporations and governments join as partners in support of ESG goals. But the real question is this – will this alliance bring us a cleaner, more just, more peaceful world or … Read more

The January 6th Committee Voted To Refer Criminal Charges To Former President Donald Trump  (Guest: Scott Wheeler)

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Investigative Reporter Scott Wheeler takes a look at what unfolded earlier this week. Following what occurred in January 2021, the committee put together by the Democratic-controlled House of Representatives set out to prove Trump was responsible.  The committee voted on Monday to recommend that the Department of Justice press four criminal charges against former President Donald Trump, accusing him of inciting the riot that took place at the U.S. Capitol. The charges were obstructing an … Read more

What Does FTX’s Collapse Say About the Future of Crypto?

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(100,000 cume or higher, or national TV. Thanks!) An IRAQuote.com representative explains the fallout from the digital currency following the controversial crash of the company. Previously, FTX was one of the hottest cryptocurrency exchanges, with many companies and traders investing millions of dollars with what they believed was the future of investment. But weeks later, the company faced bankruptcy, with all that money gone in a flash and CEO Sam Bankman-Fried charged with multiple felony … Read more

Has China Backed Itself Into a Corner With COVID? (Guest: The Epoch Times’ Nan Su)

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The Epoch Times investigative reporter Nan Su explains how China has gotten themselves into a no-win situation surrounding COVID-19. While the rest of the world continues to try and recover from the COVID-19 pandemic that has ravaged the past couple of years, China finds itself in a bit of a quandary. Following the country’s poorly planned zero-COVID exit plans, a new study revealed by CNN indicates that an unprecedented wave of infections is expected, which could lead … Read more

Governor Ron DeSantis Expects a Major Change To Florida Gun Laws In 2023 (Guest: Second Amendment Foundation)

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Second Amendment Foundation encourages other states to look into the Governor’s moves towards Constitutional-Carry. For months now, several politicians have been demanding states to allow Constitutional-Carry, in which selected citizens carry firearms to prevent active shooter events or other criminal acts. But Governor Ron DeSantis appears ready to move forward with making it a law for the state. A report from TampaBay.com notes how DeSantis expects lawmakers to pass the Constitutional-Carry law during the 2023 regular legislative … Read more

Senate Passes Military Spending, Will the Police Follow? (Guest: Michael Letts)

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Law enforcement veteran Michael Letts is hopeful for what comes in the future, at a time when police officers need the support. The U.S. Senate has provided a rather large present to military spending right before the holidays – and left hope that the police will see similar relief in the future. The Epoch Times recently reported that the Senate has passed a military spending bill called the National Defense Authorization Act, which calls for the … Read more

The Legal Battle Over Measure 114 Continues To Unfold In Oregon, Following a Judge’s Recent Decision To Ban the Measure Over Large-Capacity Magazines (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Gun Owners of America spokesperson Stephen Willeford talks about the group’s battle with the measure, and why Oregon should give it a second look. As Oregon officials continues to try and dictate the gun rights of its citizens through the controversial Measure 114, another judge has stepped up to prevent it from taking effect yet again. Following a previous block to put the law into motion, The Hill reports that a second judge has specifically stopped a … Read more

The Fed Has Raised Interest Rates Again, and It’s the Highest It’s Been In Fifteen Years (Guest: IRAQuote.com Representative)

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An IRAQuote.com representative takes a closer look at what this could mean for the economy in 2023. Once again, the Federal Reserve has opted to raise interest rates – and once again, consumers are wondering how it will tie in with a potential recession in 2023. A new report from The Epoch Times shows that the rate rose an additional 50 basis points, bringing it into a target range of 4.25-4.5 percent. That’s the highest level it’s … Read more

Democratic Rep. Cori Bush’s Bill For Private Security Sends Mixed Messages About Her Push To “Defund the Police” (Guest: Michael Letts)

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Law enforcement veteran Michael Letts provides his two cents on the representative’s high spending for protection in the face of removing funds from law enforcement agencies. It’s interesting to see certain representatives spend a great deal of money on personal protection after making an effort to assure that certain police departments don’t have the money they so desperately need. Fox News recently reported that progressive Democrat Rep. Cori Bush, who has spent a great deal of … Read more

As Illinois, New Jersey and Other States Prepare Restrictive New Gun Laws, The Real Question Is Just How Effective They Will Truly Be (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Gun Owners of America spokesman Stephen Willeford explains how these new laws could end the effectiveness of Constitutional-Carry. In the face of the Supreme Court overturning certain gun laws, several states have taken matters into their own hands when it comes to creating rules surrounding how people carry guns. Earlier this week, many spoke out against Oregon’s Measure 114, which would not only limit gun sales, but how people – including off-duty police officers – … Read more

Why Did Agents of the Chinese Communist Party Launch an Arson Attack In a Small California City? (Guest: Nan Su)

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The Epoch Times’ Nan Su’s recent report explains just what they were up to – and what legal ramifications could come from it. There have been a number of stories making the rounds about the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) performing some actions on United States soil. However, a new report from the Epoch Times explains what they ended up doing in the community of Yermo, California back in July 2021. The FBI managed to press charges against … Read more

An Uneasy Battle Between Ecoterrorists and Authorities Lies Ahead In Europe Following an Attack On an Industrial Plant (Guest: Guy Mitchell)

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Author Guy Mitchell talks about the recent eco-attack – and if things could get even worse in the new year. The energy crisis in Europe has been growing steadily, leaving some people wondering what will come next – and forcing some to take violent action. A new report on Breitbart reveals that between 100 to 200 eco-extremists laid siege on an industrial plant in the French commune of Bouc-Bel-Air this past weekend, leaving behind major damage to … Read more

Oregon’s Permit-Requiring Measure Could Be Too Much For Its Own Police Officers (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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The Gun Owners of America spokesman explains why the state’s police departments could face a real struggle if Measure 114 were to pass. Ever since late October, Oregon has been trying to push Measure 114, a law that would ban the sale of magazines holding more than 10 rounds, and require a permit for any sort of gun purchase. But little did it realize just how much it could hamper its own police force. Speaking … Read more

Measure 114 Could Very Well Become a Problem For Oregon’s Police – And That Isn’t Good News When It Comes To Its Increased Crime Rate (Guest: Michael Letts)

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Law enforcement veteran Michael Letts explains why the measure needs a closer look before more trouble brews in the state. Oregon’s strict attempts to introduce a “protective” gun law could very well drive up the criminal activity – going against the very nature of what state officials had in mind. In late October, the state introduced Measure 114, a law that would not only require a permit to purchase firearms, but would also ban the … Read more

Oregon’s New Gun Law Will Completely Eviscerate the Right To Bear Arms If It’s Allowed To Pass (Guest: Second Amendment)

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A Second Amendment representative explains why the new law could be bad news for gun owners in Oregon. Back in November, Oregon voters approved Measure 114, a law that would ban the manufacturing, purchase or sale of magazines capable of holding more than 10 rounds of ammunition within the state. In addition, it would also have a requirement for citizens looking to purchase a gun to go through a safety course, as well as pass … Read more

The Epoch Times’ Latest Documentary, The Shadow State, Digs Deeper Into the ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) Industry (Guest: Kevin Stocklin)

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Director Kevin Stocklin discusses the film, taking a closer look at what’s driving the multi-trillion dollar industry. In the face of growing inflation and a pending recession, one industry continues to churn out a great deal of money – ESG, or Environmental, Social and Governance. The Epoch Times has just released a new documentary, The Shadow State, which takes a closer look at the industry as a whole, and whether it’s set to serve a greater purpose … Read more

New York State Quietly Ignores Pro-life Investigation Legislation Requirements Fearing Findings Could Damage Abortion Industry (Guest: Jim Harden)

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CompassCare CEO Jim Harden notes that Gov. Kathy Hochul’s inability to assign people to investigate pro-life centers could result in legal issues surrounding abortion clinics. New York’s inability to follow through on legislation investigating pro-life pregnancy centers fearing revelations could end up damaging abortion clinics instead. Back in June, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul passed a law to investigate pro-life pregnancy centers in the midst of heated attacks that were coming against them, including the … Read more

Eric Adams’ latest screw-up in New York City (By: Michael Letts)

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(Originally appeared in American Thinker.) Things are rough for the New York Police Department right now.  Over the past year, thousands of officers have left the force either by quitting or retiring, leaving a void in a city facing a major crime wave that still requires some form of solution. You’d think Mayor Eric Adams would be more concerned about hiring officers and first responders, who could make a difference on the streets.  Instead, he just issued a … Read more

A Massive Number of Migrants Just Illegally Crossed the Border In Texas – and Shows Just How Much Support Border Patrols Truly Need (Guest: Michael Letts)

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Law enforcement veteran Michael Letts explains why President Biden needs to stop brushing off what’s happening at our borders. Just days after President Joe Biden dismissed the opportunity to take a closer look at the U.S./Mexico border in Arizona, a massive number of migrants managed to cross over into the United States elsewhere. Fox News reports that hundreds of migrants made their way into El Paso illegally, with their numbers totaling over 2,500. This comes on … Read more

Just How Foolish Did the Late CCP Head Jian Zemin Make the Western World Look? (Guest: Nan Su)

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The Epoch Times investigative reporter explains the motivation behind his latest editorial, which takes a look at the actions of the former CCP leader. When someone passes, they usually leave behind some form of legacy over the course of their life’s work. But what happens when it’s actually based on something that could fool someone else? That’s the basis Epoch Times investigative reporter Nan Su discusses in his latest editorial, titled China’s Deception Leader Jiang Zemin Died … Read more

A New Video Reveals Potential Details Surrounding the Effectiveness of the Vaccine – and More Importantly, The Need For It (Guest: Michael Letts)

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A New Video Reveals Potential Details Surrounding the Effectiveness of the Vaccine – and More Importantly, The Need For It (Guest: Michael Letts) Law enforcement veteran Michael Letts questions why certain governments required a vaccine to be taken by first responders and police officers. Even though it’s been over two years since the COVID-19 outbreak in the United States, the effects surrounding it are still reeling within this country – especially when it comes to … Read more

The ATF’s Plans To Destroy “Fast and Furious” Guns Seems Hazardous In the Face of Justice (Guest: Second Amendment)

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A representative for the Second Amendment Foundation explains why their destruction isn’t the long-term solution. There’s a reported plan in the works that the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF for short) intend to destroy firearms that have association with Operation Fast and Furious, with ties to the Obama-Biden administration that have led to a great deal of controversy. It has several politicians in uproar, particularly Congressman Jim Jordan (R-OH), who notes, … Read more

Legally, cars are deadly weapons. What should we do about it? (By: Michael Letts)

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(Originally published in The American Thinker.) Last month, a Wisconsin jury convicted Darrell Brooks of first-degree intentional homicide while using a dangerous weapon for driving an SUV into the crowd gathered at a Christmas parade last year in Waukesha, Wisconsin.  He was found guilty of 70 other counts.  He was sentenced to life in prison, as mandated under under Wisconsin law. So a court of law has determined that a car or SUV is a dangerous weapon.  It certainly can be, … Read more

A Top FBI Official Has Stepped Down Just As Republicans Are About To Get Underway With an Investigation (Guest: Michael Letts)

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Law enforcement veteran Michael Letts explains why it’s about time that an investigation into the bureau has begun. After months of questionable actions (including the “raid” on former President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate), it appears that the Federal Bureau of Investigation is starting to feel some pressure from its actions. A report from the Epoch Times has revealed that Steven D’Antuono, assistant director in charge of the Washington FBI Field Office, has retired. He noted that he … Read more

Saudi Arabia’s Recent Huawei Deal Strengthens Its Ties With China – But What Does It Mean For the United States? (Guest: The Epoch Times’ Nan Su)

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The Epoch Times’ Nan Su explains why this should be of some concern to the States, especially when it comes to the value of the dollar. In an effort to strengthen its partnership with China, Saudi Arabia recently signed a “comprehensive strategic partnership agreement” with President Xi Jinping, which will bring one of the country’s biggest tech companies, Huawei, to their region.  While Saudi Arabia sees this as a landmark deal to add strength to … Read more

Oregon’s New Gun Law Will Completely Eviscerate the Right To Bear Arms If It’s Allowed To Pass (Guest: Second Amendment)

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A Second Amendment representative explains why the new law could be bad news for gun owners in Oregon. Back in November, Oregon voters approved Measure 114, a law that would ban the manufacturing, purchase or sale of magazines capable of holding more than 10 rounds of ammunition within the state. In addition, it would also have a requirement for citizens looking to purchase a gun to go through a safety course, as well as pass … Read more

The White House Appears to Be Wary of the New Israeli Government (Guest: David Rubin)

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Former Shiloh mayor David Rubin explains his concern for what President Biden and his administration may be doing with their approach. A new report from Axios revealed that, following elections that took place last month, the White House recently held a high-level meeting in an effort to figure out how it wants to approach the new Israeli government. And, for that matter, how it may not be interested in dealing with certain ultranationalist ministers. Following the elections, a … Read more

Hilary Clinton’s Comments About Pro-Lifers Give Jane’s Revenge More Leeway in Wreaking Havoc (Guest: Jim Harden)

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CompassCare CEO Jim Harden speaks about the former First Lady’s words – and how they could hurt people down the line. Former First Lady Hilary Clinton’s comments about pro-lifers could very well allow pro-choice groups to run havoc. A couple of days ago, Clinton openly compared pro-lifers to Middle Eastern terrorist regimes, believing their actions were causing a great deal of harm. However, in doing so, she essentially enabled groups like Jane’s Revenge to run … Read more

President Biden’s Refusal To Visit the U.S./Mexico Border Confirms Just How Little Border Agents Mean To Him (Guest: Michael Letts)

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Despite his administration saying otherwise, the message seems loud and clear for law enforcement. For months now, President Joe Biden has shown a great deal of disdain for U.S. Border agents, even threatening to prosecute them months ago for a “whipping” incident even without proof of the incident. But a recent dismissal during his visit to Arizona seems to confirm his lack of respect for them. According to this report from Fox News, Biden opted to … Read more

Removing Guns From College Campuses Isn’t the Answer To Quelling Violence, Expert Notes (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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“Hero with a gun” Stephen Willeford notes why John Lott’s statement couldn’t come at a better time. With violent acts taking place at universities across the United States, some are discussing the possibility of potentially banning guns from campuses. However, one expert believes this isn’t the way to go. Speaking with Fox News, John Lott, Crime Prevention Research Center Founder and President, explained, “College campuses generally have low crime rates, but safety is always important, and police can’t … Read more

With an Increase In Crime On College Campuses, One Expert Believes That Banning Guns Will Actually Make Things Worse (Guest: Second Amendment)

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A Second Amendment representative explains why different solutions are needed when it comes to campus crimes. With so much talk these days about banning “assault weapons,” one expert believes that taking banning guns may not be the definitive answer when it comes to quelling violence on college campuses. While speaking with Fox News, Crime Prevention Research Center Founder and President John Lott explained, “College campuses generally have low crime rates, but safety is always important, and police … Read more

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