SHOCKING: Trump’s MEGA MAGA Grift hours before inauguration
This is probably the most disgusting grifting schemes yet that targets the MAGA crowd. Two days before resuming his role as president, Donald Trump unveiled a memecoin set to vest during his upcoming term. Disclaimer: This video represents personal opinions and should not be interpreted as factual statements. Terms like fake gurus, bad business ventures, scum-bucket, shyster and scams are subjective and can vary in meaning from person to person. For instance, many view someone charging thousands in upfront fees while promising $100 thousnad dollars per month as a scam, while others (MAGA) might see it as a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity” and take a second on their mortgage to invest. To each his/her own.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement is expected to conduct raids starting as early as Tuesday
Unbiased headline news – As part of President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to tighten border security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement is expected to conduct post-inauguration raids starting as early as Tuesday, sources revealed. According to sources, the operations will likely commence in Chicago and could expand to other major cities, though plans remain subject to change. When asked about the timing of these raids, Trump called them a “big priority” but declined to confirm specific details, stating only that it “will happen.” — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the initial phase of the ceasefire agreement as “temporary,” emphasizing that Israel maintains the right to resume military action if necessary. “Both President Trump and President Biden have fully supported Israel’s right to resume fighting if negotiations on Phase II prove unproductive. I deeply appreciate that. I also commend President Trump’s decision to lift all remaining restrictions on the supply of critical weapons and ammunition to the State of Israel,” Netanyahu said. — Updated reports on the Los Angeles wildfires indicate that at least 27 people have died as several fires, fueled by extreme drought and high winds, continue to burn across the region. Firefighters are battling blazes across 45 square miles of densely populated Los Angeles County. Roughly 82,000 residents remain under mandatory evacuation orders, with an additional 90,000 under evacuation warnings. The Eaton Fire has grown to over 14,000 acres and is 73% contained, while the Palisades Fire has spread across more than 24,000 acres and is 43% contained. — A child in San Francisco has been identified as the third confirmed human case of bird flu in the United States, with the source of the infection still undetermined. Since April 2024, cases have been reported nationwide, with 67 confirmed as of last Thursday, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Most infections in humans have occurred after exposure to infected livestock, poultry farms, or culling operations. — A SWAT officer’s bulletproof vest saved his life moments before he returned fire and fatally shot a fleeing suspect Friday in a suburb of Atlanta, according to the local police chief. The Roswell SWAT team was executing arrest and search warrants when a man fled from a house and encountered an officer, Police Chief James Conroy said during a news conference. The suspect fired twice, striking the officer’s chest, but the vest absorbed the impact. The officer then fired back, killing the suspect, Conroy said. — Rapper Busta Rhymes is facing allegations of repeatedly punching a man in the face, police reported Friday. Officers responding to a 911 call in Brooklyn’s Dumbo neighborhood said a 50-year-old man claimed he was involved in an argument when the rapper struck him multiple times. The victim was taken to the hospital with swelling on the left side of his face, according to authorities.
The World Economic Forum reported the looming possibility of armed conflict between nation-states
Unbiased headline news – A coalition of Pacific Palisades residents and businesses affected by the Palisades Fire has initiated legal action in Los Angeles against the city’s Department of Water and Power, claiming that the agency and the city were ill-equipped to handle the disaster. Filed in California Superior Court on Monday, the lawsuit seeks compensation for costs related to repairs and the replacement of damaged or destroyed property, alternative living expenses, lost wages, diminished earning potential or profits, and any other relief deemed appropriate by the court. — Pam Bondi, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general, pledged to uphold independence and impartiality during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. While Bondi did not refute disproven claims about the 2020 election or condemn the rhetoric of other Cabinet nominees, she sidestepped certain questions on those issues and instead emphasized concerns over perceived politicization within the Department of Justice. — The World Economic Forum reported that the looming possibility of armed conflict between nation-states over the next year tops the list of concerns for global risk experts amid heightened geopolitical strains and global divisions. Nearly 20% of the more than 900 surveyed risk experts, policymakers, and industry leaders attributed their concerns about war to the breakdown of the rules-based international order, the Switzerland-based organization noted in a press release. — The Department of Transportation is intensifying its oversight of ongoing flight delays, filing a lawsuit against Southwest Airlines and imposing a fine on Frontier Airlines. The lawsuit accuses Southwest of repeatedly operating flights that were chronically delayed, disrupting passengers’ travel plans, and seeks “maximum civil penalties.” “Airlines are legally required to offer flight schedules that provide realistic expectations for departure and arrival times,” Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg stated. — Since granting the U.S. Treasury Department’s Bureau of Fiscal Service access to its records, the Social Security Administration has intercepted and reclaimed over $31 million in improper payments made to deceased individuals. “These outcomes are just the beginning,” said David Lebryk, the Treasury’s Fiscal Assistant Secretary, in a news release. As part of the 2021 omnibus appropriations bill, Congress temporarily granted the Treasury access to the SSA’s “Full Death Master File” for a three-year period starting in December 2023 and continuing through 2026. — The Congressional Budget Office has revised its 30-year projection for the U.S. population downward to 372 million residents, a 2.8% reduction from last year, citing lower birth rates and diminished expectations for immigration. Last year’s estimate predicted 383 million U.S. residents within three decades, but the updated forecast reflects a reduction of 11 million people. The U.S. population stood at an estimated 341 million as of New Year’s Day and is projected to reach 350 million by the end of the year.
The U.S. Navy has announced the construction of four new nuclear submarines to bolster its fleet
Unbiased headline news – The U.S. Navy has announced the construction of four new nuclear submarines to bolster its fleet, which is showing signs of age. “Today’s submarine force is the most capable in history, both for the U.S. Navy and globally,” stated Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro in a press release. “It’s an honor to unveil the names of these future attack submarines, which will safeguard our nation from beneath the ocean’s surface.” — Nawaf Salam, Lebanon’s Prime Minister-designate, issued a call for “unity and cooperation” to save, reform, and rebuild the country. Salam specifically extended his outreach to “all,” notably addressing Hezbollah, which has expressed anger over his nomination to head the new government. Now officially appointed by newly elected President Joseph Aoun, Salam emphasized the need “to say enough” and begin “a new chapter.” — House Speaker Mike Johnson announced his intention to raise the Capitol’s flags, which are currently at half-staff in honor of former President Jimmy Carter, for the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump—contradicting a White House order. Following a GOP press briefing on Tuesday morning, Johnson nodded affirmatively when questioned about his decision. Later, he confirmed it via a post on X, writing, “On January 20th, the flags at the Capitol will fly at full-staff to mark our nation’s unity.” — Steve Bannon has been ordered to appear in court next week to explain why he changed legal representation so close to his trial, according to a ruling by a New York judge. Bannon, a former senior adviser to President-elect Donald Trump, is set to face trial on February 25th over allegations of defrauding donors of the “We Build the Wall” campaign. After his previous attorneys sought to withdraw, Bannon retained Arthur Aidala as his new lawyer. — Police in Utah have discovered human remains that they believe have been decomposing “for an extended period” near a public hiking trail. According to a statement from the Washington City Police Department, the remains were found near the Bone Wash Trail and Elephant Arch hiking area in Washington City, southern Utah—about 125 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada. — Capital One is being sued by a U.S. watchdog agency for allegedly deceiving customers about its high-interest savings accounts and “cheating” them out of more than $2 billion in potential interest earnings. In a lawsuit filed Tuesday, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau accused Capital One of misleading consumers about its “360 Savings” accounts. The CFPB’s complaint claims the company froze its advertised high interest rate at a low level for several years, even as national rates climbed.
Mike Johnson Says NO to Unconditional Financial Aid for California’s Wildfire Recovery
Unbiased headline news – Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson expressed that “there should probably be conditions” attached to financial aid for California’s wildfire recovery efforts. “My personal opinion is that there ought to be conditions on that aid. We’ll see how the broader consensus shapes up,” Johnson remarked. “I haven’t had an opportunity to discuss this with the members over the weekend, given how busy everyone has been, but it will undoubtedly be part of the conversation.” His office provided no further details when pressed for clarification on what conditions might be proposed. — A series of suspected sabotage incidents targeting undersea cables in the Baltic Sea has heightened concerns about a volatile 2025 in NATO’s northern regions. In response, allied leaders are pledging intensified surveillance and a firm stance against Russian- and Chinese-affiliated vessels suspected of engaging in malicious activities. “NATO will bolster its military presence in the Baltic Sea,” NATO chief Mark Rutte declared in December, following the latest case of alleged sabotage. He condemned “any actions that threaten vital infrastructure” as unacceptable. — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has summoned state lawmakers for a special session aimed at implementing President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed immigration policies. Trump’s incoming administration is preparing more than 100 executive orders to take immediate action on border security, deportations, and other key issues. The planned crackdown has been described as a “shock-and-awe” approach. While Trump and his team have committed to mass deportations, significant uncertainty remains regarding how these measures will be executed. — The Academy has adjusted several key dates for the 2025 Oscars due to the catastrophic fires ravaging Los Angeles. The announcement of Oscar nominations has been shifted from its original January 17 date to January 23 at 5:30 a.m. Pacific time, with the voting period for nominations extended by three days to January 17. Additionally, the Oscars nominees luncheon, originally set for February 10, has been canceled in light of the ongoing challenges posed by the fires. — President Joe Biden on Monday approved new student loan relief measures benefiting over 150,000 borrowers. According to Biden, the relief will assist 85,000 borrowers who attended institutions accused of “cheating and defrauding” students, 61,000 borrowers with permanent disabilities, and 6,100 public service workers. The president emphasized that this latest round of relief raises the total number of student borrowers receiving aid under his administration to over five million. — Blue Origin postponed the inaugural launch of its massive new rocket early Monday due to technical difficulties. The 320-foot New Glenn rocket was set to launch just before dawn, carrying a prototype satellite from Florida’s Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. However, during the final minutes of the countdown, launch controllers encountered an unspecified issue with the rocket and ran out of time to resolve it. Once the countdown was stopped, the team began the process of draining fuel from the rocket to ensure safety.
