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  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr Ron DeSantis Slams Florida House Republicans Over ‘Scam’ Carbon Sequestration Bill TALLAHASSEE, FL – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) did not hold back in his latest criticism of the Florida House of Representatives , calling out Republican lawmakers for entertaining a carbon sequestration bill he deems a “scam” and part of climate ideology. In a video posted to Facebook on Monday , DeSantis voiced his frustration, questioning why a Republican supermajority is focusing on carbon sequestration instead of addressing pressing issues for Floridians. DeSantis: ‘Carbon Sequestration Is a Scam’ In his remarks, DeSantis blasted the proposed legislation, which advocates injecting carbon into Florida’s soil, aquifers, and even the ocean floor. He warned that such policies echo radical climate agendas that do not belong in Florida law. “The Florida House of Representatives has a Republican supermajority, and what are ...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr Karoline Leavitt Previews President Trump’s Tariff Plan: ‘Any Country That Has Treated The American People Unfairly…’ Washington, D.C. – March 2025 Speaking to reporters outside the White House, Karoline Leavitt , the White House Press Secretary, hinted at major tariffs set to be announced by President Donald Trump on April 2, 2025, also known as "Liberation Day." Leavitt made it clear that any country that has treated the American people unfairly in trade deals should expect retaliatory tariffs. President Trump’s Trade Strategy When asked about specific nations like Australia, which impose non-tariff trade barriers rather than direct tariffs on U.S. goods, Leavitt declined to give details but suggested that Trump's plan will target all unfair trade practices. “Any country that has treated the American people unfairly should expect to receive a tariff in return on Wednesday.” This signals a broad and agg...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr Karoline Leavitt Blasts Reporters Over Third-Term Question: ‘You Guys Keep Asking!’ White House Press Secretary Pushes Back on Trump Third-Term Speculation Washington, D.C. – White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt pushed back against reporters on Wednesday, calling out the media's continued questioning of President Donald Trump’s stance on seeking a third term . Speaking to reporters outside the White House, Leavitt criticized the press for repeatedly bringing up the topic, despite Trump addressing it directly. “You guys continue to ask the President this question about a third term, and then he answers honestly and candidly with a smile—then everybody here melts down about his answer,” Leavitt said. Trump’s Response to Third-Term Questions The speculation about Trump seeking a third term has been fueled by his own remarks in various speeches and interviews, where he has at times jokingly floated the i...

  Treasury Sec. Bessent BREAKING: Treasury Sec. Scott Bessent Announces Sanctions on Sinaloa Cartel Financiers The U.S. Department of the Treasury has taken decisive action against the financial backers of the Sinaloa Cartel , one of the most notorious criminal organizations in the world. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a new round of sanctions targeting six individuals and seven entities involved in money laundering and financial crimes that help fund the cartel's drug trafficking operations. Cracking Down on Cartel Financing In his announcement, Secretary Bessent emphasized that economic security is national security , reinforcing the Trump administration’s commitment to dismantling cartel networks through financial sanctions and law enforcement efforts. "Our administration is committed to cutting off their funding and neutralizing the threat through all available tools. The Sinaloa cartel has invaded our southern border, smuggled lethal fentanyl, and dest...

  JD Vance JD Vance on Expanding U.S. Military Presence in Greenland: ‘We Must Meet the Challenge’ Pituffik Space Base, Greenland – During a press briefing at the Pituffik Space Base in Greenland, Vice President JD Vance was questioned about the United States' military ambitions for the region. Addressing concerns about Russia and China’s growing influence , Vance emphasized that while no immediate plans exist for expansion, the U.S. will continue investing in military resources to secure its interests in Greenland. U.S. Military Expansion in Greenland? When asked directly whether the U.S. had plans to expand its military footprint in Greenland, Vance responded: "Are there immediate plans to expand our military presence? No. But are there general objectives that will certainly require us to invest more resources? Absolutely." He highlighted that the U.S. would focus on developing military assets , including: Additional naval ships for Arctic operations ...

JD Vance JD Vance: 'We Need To Take A Significant Position' As US Eyes Greenland Takeover Chicago, IL — March 30, 2025 Vice President JD Vance made headlines on Friday when he addressed the United States' potential involvement in Greenland’s future. During an event, Vance was asked about the administration’s stance on acquiring the Arctic territory, and he firmly stated that the US needs to take a "significant position" in Greenland for national security and economic reasons. US Eyes Strategic Control Over Greenland Vance’s comments come as the Biden administration’s approach to Greenland appears to be shifting. While former President Donald Trump initially proposed purchasing the island from Denmark in 2019, his return to the White House in 2025 has renewed interest in the topic. Trump has made it clear that he sees Greenland as vital to American security interests, a sentiment Vance echoed during his remarks. “The President has been very consistent,” Vance ...

  MAJOR SECURITY COMPANY EMPLOYS MAN WITNESSED IN ACTS OF DOMESTIC TERRORISM ArmorCode Under Fire for Alleged Vandalism Incident Involving Employee Jim Pelis ArmorCode, a prominent cybersecurity company led by CEO Nikhil Gupta, is facing intense scrutiny after one of its employees, James "Jim" Pelis, was allegedly caught on camera vandalizing a Tesla Cybertruck in New Hampshire. The incident reportedly took place on Saturday, March 22, 2025, in the parking lot of the Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa in Bretton Woods. Details of the Incident According to reports, the owner of the Tesla Cybertruck, Kerri Pouliot, discovered the damage within an hour of arriving at the hotel. Surveillance footage is said to show Jim Pelis keying the vehicle. Despite initially denying involvement when questioned by police, Pelis was confronted with video evidence. The Carroll Police Department and the Coos County Attorney's Office have confirmed they are currently investigating the matt...

Trump meeting at The White House Trump Asked If It Would Be a 'Problem' for The Atlantic to Release All Messages in Leaked Group Chat In a recent press interaction, President Donald Trump was questioned about the potential release of text messages from a leaked group chat by The Atlantic . The conversation has sparked interest, as it could potentially involve sensitive or classified information. When asked, "Would it be a problem if The Atlantic released all the text messages if they're not classified?" President Trump responded cautiously, indicating the need for military input on the matter. "Well, I don't know. I'd have to ask the military about that because, you know, maybe you wouldn't want that. I don't know," Trump said. He refrained from making a definitive statement on the potential release but hinted at possible security concerns. The president further downplayed the importance of the individual at the center of the controversy...

  Photo "Donald Trump" by  Dan Scavino Watch: President Trump Responds to Families of Deported Individuals to El Salvador Prison On Friday, President Donald Trump addressed questions from reporters regarding recent deportation flights to El Salvador, specifically concerning allegations from families that some of those deported were not affiliated with criminal organizations. Trump Defends Vetting Process During the press briefing, a reporter highlighted claims made by several families from Argentina and other regions who alleged that their relatives on the deportation flights were not criminals or members of gangs such as MS-13. President Trump defended the deportation process, emphasizing the stringent vetting measures in place. "I was told that they went through a very strong vetting process, and that will also be continuing in El Salvador," Trump stated. "If there's anything like that, we would certainly want to find out." Trump Labels the Depo...

  Donald Trump at Trump Force One Trump Discusses His NATO Policy Plans: 'They Have To Treat Us Fairly' In an Oval Office meeting on Friday, President Donald Trump outlined his stance on NATO, emphasizing the importance of fairness and accountability among member nations. Addressing questions about the U.S.'s role in the alliance, Trump reiterated his commitment to ensuring that the burden of defense costs is more evenly distributed. "NATO is something that I saved," Trump declared. "NATO was gone until I came along. In fact, the previous Secretary General, a very good man, along with the current one, who is fantastic, both said, 'If it wasn't for Trump, you wouldn't even have a NATO.'" The President criticized the disproportionate financial contributions made by the United States compared to other member nations. "We were paying the cost of almost all of the countries," Trump stated. "I said, 'We're not going to...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr Karoline Leavitt Pressed on Admin Memo Removing ‘Segregation’ from Federal Contracting Criteria Washington, D.C. – March 21, 2025 – White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt faced tough questions on Thursday regarding a recently surfaced memo from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) that reportedly removed “segregation” as a criterion for federal contracting. During the press briefing, a reporter pressed Leavitt about the intent behind the memo and whether the administration was planning to reinstate such language in federal policies. "The administration is getting some attention this week for a memo that was released a couple of weeks ago, taking segregation out of the criteria for federal contracting," the reporter asked. "Can you explain what that memo was supposed to do?" Leavitt responded by deferring to the agency responsible for issuing the memo, stating that she had not personally reviewed...