MacGregor warns of economic and military decline, advocates for new national strategy Colonel MacGregor warns of U.S. economic and military decline, criticizing the fantasy of unipolar dominance and the drop in U.S. global GDP share from over 50% to 20%. MacGregor highlights economic challenges, including peak oil production and the inefficacy of tariffs, advocating for…

Trump's new tariffs have compelled China to reopen trade negotiations, addressing issues like the fentanyl crisis. China will reportedly propose reviving the Phase One trade deal and increasing U.S. product purchases, particularly in agriculture and energy. The tariffs are expected to impact China's GDP, pushing Beijing to avoid a full-scale trade war. Canada and Mexico…

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and U.S. President Donald Trump reached a deal, with Canada agreeing to implement a $1.3 billion border security plan in response to Trump's tariff threats. The plan includes deploying advanced technology, nearly 10,000 frontline personnel, and enhanced coordination with U.S. authorities to combat illegal drug trade, particularly fentanyl. A Fentanyl…

VP Vance: Biden admin knew where violent migrants were, yet DID NOTHING to protect Americans Vice President J.D. Vance accused the Biden administration of knowingly allowing violent illegal immigrants to remain free, calling it a failure of leadership and a threat to public safety. Vance highlighted the Trump administration's crackdown on illegal immigration, criticizing the…

On November 12, 2024 — a week after the election — I had a post titled “Ideas For An Incoming Trump Administration: Climate And Energy Edition.” The first subject covered in that post was “Communications.” I stated there: (Article by Francis Menton republished from ManhattanContrarian.com) [C]hanging the communications of the prior administration should be an easy…

Trump White House welcomes podcasters and influencers to press briefings as trust in MSM declines The second Trump administration announced it will grant White House press credentials to podcasters, social media influencers and independent content creators, marking a significant shift from the traditional press corps model. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt cited declining trust…

NTSB investigation reveals conflicting altitude readings in deadly plane and helicopter collision near Reagan National Airport. Passenger jet's flight recorder showed it at 325 feet, while control tower data placed the helicopter at 200 feet. The helicopter's black box is waterlogged, complicating the investigation and delaying crucial data retrieval. Control tower staffing shortages and the…

Trump’s tariff threat on Taiwan’s semiconductors sends shockwaves through global tech industry In a move that could reshape global trade dynamics, U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose tariffs of up to 100 percent on Taiwan’s semiconductor industry. This decision comes at a time when Taiwan is a critical player in the global chip…

White House’s funding freeze fiasco: A test of conservative principles or political propaganda? The Trump-Vance administration's attempt to freeze federal grants and loans has led to legal challenges, political debate and confusion, raising questions about fiscal responsibility and effective governance. The initial order aimed to pause all federal financial assistance activities, potentially affecting essential services…

Big Pharma’s financial influence over the U.S. Senate: What we know so far… The influence of the Pharmaceuticals/Health Products industry on U.S. Senators is evident in the substantial contributions made to both Democratic and Republican lawmakers. Below is a detailed breakdown of the contributions received by key Senators, highlighting the significant sums from the industry…