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Leidos Holdings Inc., a major IT provider for the U.S. military-industrial complex, experienced a significant cybersecurity breach last week, raising serious concerns about the security of some of the most sensitive files and documents. Though not widely recognized by the general public, Leidos has close ties to key federal agencies such as the Pentagon, NASA, and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and it collaborates extensively with defense contractors. In 2022, Leidos secured $4 billion in services under contract, making it the largest federal IT contractor of that year. Leidos primarily serves the Department of Defense (DOD) and numerous private corporations, with federal contracts comprising 87 percent of its revenue. The recent breach led to the theft of internal documents, although the source of the breach remains unidentified. Analyst Leo Hohmann suggests that this cyberattack exemplifies the nature of modern warfare, which is increasingly fought through digital means rather than traditional methods. Experts have connected the stolen documents from this breach to two other incidents in 2022 involving Diligent Corp., a platform used by Leidos. Cyber Security News emphasized the significance of this hack, pointing out the vulnerabilities in the cybersecurity protocols of companies handling critical government data. Bloomberg News examined some of the compromised files, which included various formats such as .zip, .msg, .doc, .jpg, .png, .xls/x, and .pdf, all pertaining to the technical assistance provided by Leidos. However, the specific content and nature of these documents remain undisclosed. Leidos has not yet issued a public statement regarding the breach, and the company has declined to comment on the stolen information. The hackers responsible have suggested plans to sell the data in multiple formats, heightening concerns about potential national security risks. This incident has sparked a wider discussion about the security protocols of government contractors. The consequences of such breaches include financial losses, reputational damage, operational disruptions, and legal complications. Established in 2013 and later acquired by Lockheed Martin Corp.'s IT business, Leidos now faces intense scrutiny over its capability to safeguard sensitive information. Critics have expressed doubts about the government's ability to protect national security, given its struggles to secure its own infrastructure. Additionally, some have drawn connections between Leidos and CrowdStrike, pointing to concerns about servers in Ukraine and broader geopolitical implications. The rising frequency of cyberattacks on critical establishments raises questions about the potential for more severe threats, such as an EMP attack that could disrupt the entire grid.

In recent days, many images of Kamala Harris looking cheerful have emerged as her party positions her as a viable presidential candidate. However, reports from individuals who have worked with her suggest a different reality. Despite accusations of workplace bullying throughout her career, a particularly telling fact is that only four out of the 71 staffers she hired during her first year in office are still with her, resulting in a staggering 92 percent staff turnover rate. This figure would typically prompt any organization to reevaluate its leadership. Accusations of Harris running a toxic workplace have dogged her since her tenure as California Attorney General in the 2010s. For instance, Barbara O’Connor, a professor at California State University, noted that her students who interned for Harris often came to her in tears. The situation did not improve when Harris became a senator. An analysis revealed that her office had the ninth-highest staff turnover rate among the 114 senators who served from 2017 to 2020. During this period, sources in Congress reported that she frequently berated her subordinates and launched into expletive-filled tirades. One notable incident occurred during Brett Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court confirmation hearings in 2018. After staging a walkout, Harris reportedly erupted at staffers outside the Judiciary Committee room, cursing and giving orders to people who didn’t work for her. Witnesses recall her shouting, “Anyone who’s staff, get the f--- out of here.” Further evidence of her poor treatment of employees came to light in 2019 when her former State Operations Director, Kelly Mehlenbacher, shared her resignation letter with the New York Times. Mehlenbacher wrote that she had “never seen an organization treat its staff so poorly” and remarked that “morale has never been lower.” Low morale appears to be a recurring theme. A June 2021 Politico report revealed that dozens of people familiar with Harris’s vice-presidential office described “low morale, porous lines of communication, and diminished trust among aides and senior officials.” One source said that staff felt unsupported and “treated like s—t,” while another called it an “abusive environment.” A former aide described Harris as someone who failed to prepare for public appearances and then blamed her staff when things went wrong. "Soul-destroying criticism" One source told the Washington Post: “It's clear [with Harris] that you're not working with somebody who is willing to do the prep and the work. With Kamala you have to put up with a constant amount of soul-destroying criticism and also her own lack of confidence. So you're constantly sort of propping up a bully and it's not really clear why.” Reports about her workplace bullying often highlight that the individuals in these roles are used to high-pressure environments, challenging bosses, and demanding hours. Thus, this issue isn't merely about people being overwhelmed by working for someone of her profile. Some Democrat insiders worry that Harris’s toxic work environment may leave her without enough senior aides to support a successful presidential run.

Mainstream social media companies are being accused of election year censorship for blocking images of the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. Facebook claims the photographs of the incident are “altered” images, as revealed by screenshots posted online. The iconic image of Trump raising his fist after being shot was “reviewed” by Meta’s “independent fact-checkers,” who determined it “was altered in a way that could mislead people.” Instagram, another Meta-owned platform, is also censoring this famous image of Trump raising his fist. Infowars’ Darrin McBreen had his post blocked on the app for allegedly sharing an “altered” image. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently remarked that the Trump photograph was “one of the most badass things” he had ever seen. The blocking of this image coincides with Google being accused of hiding search results related to Donald Trump and the attempted assassination. Multiple X users have posted screenshots showing Meta’s AI feature denying the assassination attempt, sometimes labeling it “fictional.” Libs of TikTok, a popular account on X, shared the video of Trump being shot, stating, “Google and Meta are trying to memory hole this. They don’t want it being seen and spoken about. You know what to do!”

Olympic organizers' decision to feature a drag queen parody of the Last Supper during the opening ceremonies in Paris on Friday has led to the loss of an American sponsor. C-Spire, a Mississippi-based phone service company, announced on Facebook Saturday that it would be withdrawing its advertising from the XXXIII Olympiad. The statement read, "We were shocked by the mockery of the Last Supper during the opening ceremonies of the Paris Olympics. C Spire will be pulling its advertising from the Olympics." Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves praised the company's decision, stating, "I am proud to see the private sector in Mississippi step up and put their foot down. God will not be mocked. C Spire drew a common-sense, appropriate line." Religious leaders also expressed their outrage, with French bishops condemning the performance as "derision and mockery of Christianity" and expressing solidarity with "Christians on all continents who have been hurt by the outrageousness and provocation." French politician Marion Maréchal took to social media to emphasize that the blasphemous display did not represent France but rather a "left-wing minority." She posted on X, "To all the Christians of the world who are watching the Paris 2024 ceremony and felt insulted by this drag queen parody of the Last Supper, know that it is not France that is speaking, but a left-wing minority ready for any provocation." Thomas Jolly, the artistic director of the opening ceremony, responded to the backlash by stating that the performance's intent was not to offend. "Our idea was inclusion," Jolly told reporters. "Naturally, when we want to include everyone and not exclude anyone, questions are raised. "Our subject was not to be subversive. We never wanted to be subversive. We wanted to talk about diversity. Diversity means being together," he added. "We wanted to include everyone, as simple as that. In France, we have freedom of creation and artistic freedom. We are lucky in France to live in a free country."

A recent report has uncovered that Democrats have relocated over 60,000 migrants from their so-called "sanctuary cities," despite previously criticizing states like Texas for "mistreating" illegal immigrants by transporting them to these cities. The New York Times reported that Texas Governor Greg Abbott transported approximately 120,000 migrants from border towns to cities such as Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. This busing strategy aims to redistribute the responsibility of managing the border crisis to states further from the border, preventing Texas from becoming a more permanent home for these immigrants. Despite severe criticism, Abbott remains steadfast in his commitment to continue transporting migrants to other states. His defiance against opposition from Democratic governors has inspired others to start their own busing programs. For example, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs, a Republican and a Democrat, respectively, have implemented similar initiatives. Due to this influx, northern states have had to address the costs of housing and supporting these migrants, challenging their claims of being sanctuary cities. Faced with this unexpected burden, many of these states have started their own busing programs to relocate migrants. For instance, New York has paid to send over 35,000 migrants to Florida, Illinois, and even back to Texas. Denver has purchased tickets to transport migrants to other states, including California, Utah, Florida, and Texas. About 1,400 migrants in Denver accepted the offer to return to Texas. Meanwhile, Illinois has provided free transportation for over 7,000 migrants to leave Chicago. Ironically, many of these cities initially welcomed the buses from Texas, believing the new source of cheap labor provided by the migrants could help stimulate economic growth. However, the rapid arrival of these migrants, many of whom are asylum seekers unable to obtain work permits for the first six months, proved too much for these places to handle. "We're willing to provide that support," said Denver Mayor Mike Johnston. "We can't provide it to everyone." According to the New York Times analysis, Denver had the highest portion of arriving migrant buses from Texas. Initially, the city offered several weeks of free shelter to newly arrived migrants. However, the number of migrants arriving in the city quickly outpaced Denver's ability to shelter them. The number of people staying in shelters grew to over 10 times their average level before the initial migrant surge, reaching nearly 5,000 in January. The city had to reduce its free shelter program to just 72 hours of free housing, and the city government began advising incoming migrants to continue on to somewhere else. Today, a sign in Spanish stands outside the city's main migrant intake center that says: "There is no shelter in Denver."

On July 23rd, 2024, President Joe Biden emerged from his Delaware residence and headed to Air Force One at Dover Air Force Base, showing signs of physical distress. Observers noticed his left hand was unnaturally curled inward, prompting suspicions of a recent stroke. This speculation comes after his challenging debate performance. A stroke can cause increased stiffness and clenching in the hands due to disrupted neural connections between the brain and hand muscles, known as severe spasticity. This condition makes it difficult to fully straighten the fingers or grasp objects, such as a face mask. Concerns about President Biden's health have been raised, noting he often speaks predominantly from the right side of his mouth and holds his hands stiffly at his sides, suggesting possible neurological issues. Photographs also show a noticeable bruise on the left side of Biden's jaw and chin, possibly from a fall during a suspected stroke. Cognitive decline, potentially indicative of late-stage Parkinson's or Alzheimer's disease, seems to be a growing concern for the President. Questions about the authenticity of Biden's communications have also arisen, with some speculating that recent calls attributed to him were generated by AI. This theory gained traction after "Shadow of Ezra" suggested a high likelihood that a congratulatory call to Vice President Kamala Harris was not made by the real Biden. Additionally, concerns have emerged that Biden may be suffering from vascular dementia, possibly exacerbated by Covid-19 vaccinations. Early symptoms of vascular dementia include difficulties with planning, organizing, decision-making, and problem-solving, raising further concerns about his capacity to lead.

Link to Undercover Video: https://x.com/WallStreetApes/status/1816110217769496951?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1816110217769496951%7Ctwgr%5E134a25c82f1f30b0567e4ad117eefa28db1b23f2%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.naturalnews.com%2F2024-07-25-james-okeefe-actblue-voter-fraud-kamala-donations.html Elder Watch, a project of James O'Keefe's O'Keefe Media Group (OMG), has uncovered fraudulent activity involving ActBlue, a prominent left-wing political action committee (PAC), making unauthorized donations to Kamala Harris's campaign. An elderly woman in Phoenix, identified as a left-wing voter by her t-shirt, was found to have made 20 donations to the Kamala campaign through ActBlue, despite not having initiated these donations herself. An undercover OMG reporter visited the woman's home, informing her of the numerous donations made in her name. "There was a flurry of donations made in your name, about 20 donations?" the reporter asked. The woman, surprised, responded, "I don't think so." When asked if she had ever donated to ActBlue, she affirmed but did not recognize the specific donations. Elder Watch aims to protect voters over 65 from political exploitation. The reporter explained that some political predators are using voters' names and addresses to make numerous micro-donations, circumventing federal donation limits. In this case, it appears ActBlue split large donations into many small ones, including 20 in the name of this elderly woman, who had previously donated to left-wing candidates but not in this manner. The discovery prompted reactions on social media. One commenter on X said, "They cheat in so many ways that it's unbelievable." Another added, "NOTHING will happen to the frauds that perpetrate these obvious money laundering and campaign finance crimes." Concerns were raised about the prevalence of such fraudulent donations through ActBlue and the likelihood of an investigation. One person claimed to have received a "thank you" note for purchasing a Biden Gold plan subscription for donations, despite not having made such a purchase, describing the correspondence as "very sketchy." Suggestions were made for the defrauded woman to request a refund of the unauthorized donations. Many expressed skepticism about any investigation or accountability, citing political biases and lack of enforcement. The incident raised questions about the integrity of political donations and the role of state attorneys general in investigating such fraud.

The UK government has launched a controversial scheme that pays farmers not to grow food, reminiscent of the Soviet Union’s Holodomor of 1932. This initiative, called the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), is part of a broader strategy to promote environmentally sustainable farming practices. However, the government's approach has significantly reduced agricultural production, raising concerns about potential food shortages and soaring prices. The SFI encourages farmers to leave their fields fallow or use them for non-food producing activities. Cornish farmer Keith Andrews brought attention to the scheme through a viral TikTok video, revealing that he was offered £2,500 per acre annually not to grow food, instead planting bee mixes and wild bird seeds to earn additional payments. He explained that this approach results in fields being left to rot, as he can make more money by not producing food. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) introduced the SFI as part of its Agricultural Transition Plan, aiming to align UK agriculture with environmental goals such as achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Despite these claims, critics argue that the policy prioritizes environmental grants over food production, threatening the nation's food security. Prominent farming figure Jeremy Clarkson expressed frustration with the policy, noting that it incentivizes farmers to reduce food production in favor of more lucrative environmental grants. Clarkson highlighted concerns over the sustainability of such practices in meeting the nation's food needs. Minister of State at Defra, Sir Mark Spencer, defended the initiative, claiming it promotes biodiversity and reduces humanity’s carbon footprint. However, many citizens are demanding the scheme be shut down, arguing that it undermines food security and places undue financial pressure on farmers. In response, the government has pledged to reduce the scope of the SFI, decommissioning 25% of farmland away from food production and designating payouts that restrict but do not collapse agricultural production altogether.

Billionaire Big Tech mogul Elon Musk recently announced on X, formerly Twitter, that he has removed CrowdStrike cybersecurity software from all his companies' systems, including SpaceX, Tesla, X, xAI, The Boring Company, and Neuralink. This decision followed a disastrous July 19 update that caused Windows systems to crash and display the blue screen of death, disrupting operations in airports, banks, hospitals, broadcasting networks, and many other industries, affecting 8.5 million computers worldwide. Responding to podcast host Jason Calacanis' query about CrowdStrike's rollout procedures, Musk confirmed the complete removal of the software from all his systems to prevent further issues. CrowdStrike admitted that its Falcon Sensor threat-monitoring product caused the global chaos and crashed Microsoft's Windows operating systems. As a result, CrowdStrike shares dropped by about 10 percent, while Microsoft shares declined by half a percent. "We understand the profound impact this has had on everyone. We know our customers, partners, and their IT teams are working tirelessly, and we’re profoundly grateful," CrowdStrike stated. "We apologize for the disruption this has created." "Friday's global tech outage is an example of an unforeseen event that market participants always fear but don't frequently think about," said Glen Smith, chief investment officer at GDS Wealth Management. "While there are sizable declines in the stocks of the individual companies that are closest to this tech outage, we expect the broader markets to look past Friday's outage." Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella wrote on X: "Yesterday, CrowdStrike released an update that began impacting IT systems globally. We are aware of this issue and are working closely with CrowdStrike and across the industry to provide customers technical guidance and support to safely bring their systems back online." Musk also commented on the post, noting that the IT disruption "gave a seizure to the automotive supply chain." The outage also caused delays in FedEx and United Parcel Service deliveries. Bloomberg reported substantial disruptions in FedEx's networks due to third-party issues. Although contingency plans were implemented, delays were still expected. UPS stated that some of its computer systems were affected but managed to minimize interruptions, with planes continuing to operate and drivers still on the road. Flight tracking website FlightAware reported nearly 1,500 delayed flights and 385 canceled flights. The FAA stated it was closely monitoring the technical issue affecting U.S. airlines' IT systems and that several airlines had requested assistance with ground stops until the issue was resolved. CrowdStrike reported that they had already restored a significant number of devices affected by the botched software update, but experts warned that it could take weeks for global tech infrastructure to fully recover. Over the weekend, Microsoft released a recovery tool to help repair Windows machines affected by the glitch. "CrowdStrike tested a new technique to accelerate impacted system remediation. We're in the process of operationalizing an opt-in to this technique. Customers are encouraged to follow the Tech Alerts for the latest updates as they happen and will be notified when action is needed," CrowdStrike said on its website. "We will continue to provide updates here as information becomes available and new fixes are deployed." Ciaran Martin, the former chief executive of the United Kingdom's National Cyber Security Center (NCSC), stated that "the worst" of the global IT outage was over but emphasized the likelihood of future occurrences unless governments and industry collaborate to "design out" technological flaws. Martin told Sky News: "The worst of this is over because the nature of the crisis was such that it went very badly wrong, very quickly. It was spotted quite quickly, and, essentially, it was turned off." George Kurtz, founder and CEO of CrowdStrike, clarified that the issue affecting millions of Windows devices "was not a security or cyber incident." He posted on X: "Our customers remain fully protected."

Calls for Secret Service Director Kim Cheatle's resignation are intensifying following revelations about her close ties to the Biden family and other political figures. These concerns emerged after a failed assassination attempt on former President Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, prompting critics to scrutinize Cheatle's connections and question her suitability for the role. In a September 21, 2022 interview with "Good Morning America," Cheatle mentioned her long-standing relationship with the Biden family before her appointment as Secret Service Director, raising questions about her impartiality. The New York Post has demanded Cheatle's resignation or termination, describing the Secret Service's handling of the Trump rally incident as the "most stunning failure in decades." DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas echoed these concerns, calling the security lapse a "failure" and emphasizing the unacceptability of such breaches. The New York Post editorial team criticized Cheatle for refusing to accept blame, instead shifting responsibility onto local police for not securing a critical rooftop. They argued that rural Pennsylvania officers should not be expected to compensate for the failures of professional agents tasked with protecting a former president. Cheatle is scheduled to testify before Congress about the security breakdown at Trump's rally, though her position as director remains in jeopardy. Her appointment is partly attributed to First Lady Jill Biden, who has maintained a close relationship with Cheatle since Joe Biden's vice-presidency, and to Anthony "Rasputin" Bernal, who advocated for Cheatle's leadership and is known for promoting diversity within the Secret Service. The New York Post concluded that under Cheatle's leadership, the agency has failed in its duties, narrowly avoiding a national crisis. The editorial team asserts that Cheatle should already be removed from her position.

World War III may be imminent following recent developments at the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) summit in Washington, D.C., where officials announced plans to escalate military support against Russia. Gen. Wieslaw Kukula, Chief of the General Staff of the Polish Armed Forces, emphasized Poland's readiness for a potential full-scale conflict. "Today, we need to prepare our forces for full-scale conflict, not asymmetric-type conflict," Kukula stated at a press conference. "This necessitates a balance between our border mission and maintaining high training intensity within the army." Kukula's comments referred to ongoing tensions with Belarus, a Russian ally. Poland has launched a $2.5 billion "East Shield" program to strengthen its border defenses with Belarus. During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021, the European Union accused Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko of using Middle Eastern migrants as a weapon against Poland. Recently, China began military exercises in Brest, Belarus, near the Polish border. Deputy Defense Minister Pawel Bejda announced that by August, Poland would increase its border troops from 6,000 to 8,000, with an additional 9,000 on standby for rapid deployment, highlighting Poland's commitment to a robust defense posture. Poland currently has about 190,000 military personnel, with plans to expand this number to 300,000 in the coming years. This increase aligns with NATO’s focus on strengthening its eastern flank in support of Ukraine. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently signed a groundbreaking military agreement, allowing Poland to intercept Russian missiles over Ukrainian territory if they threaten Poland. Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in early 2022, Poland has maintained a firm stance against Russia, rejecting peace proposals and insisting that Ukraine must not cede any territory. Polish President Andrzej Duda emphasized the importance of Ukraine's territorial integrity and warned that a Russian victory would lead to further conflict. President Joe Biden also expressed strong support for Ukraine at the NATO summit, asserting that Ukraine will ultimately prevail against Russia, despite current indications of a Russian advantage.

Austin Private Wealth, LLC, a Texas-based financial planning company, has come under intense scrutiny following a viral social media post that alleged the firm had placed put options on up to 12 million shares of DJT stock just one day before the assassination attempt on Donald Trump. A put option is an investment betting that a company’s stock price will fall, potentially yielding enormous profits for traders if the stock plummets. The post claimed that Austin Private Wealth’s put position on July 12 was the largest recorded, surpassing even Citadel’s 1.677 million short in May. Managing approximately $1 billion in assets, the firm’s put option was reportedly the largest they had ever placed, according to Finbold. Researcher Josh Walkos further revealed that initial screenshots showed Austin Private Wealth’s massive put position, but later in the day, the firm’s position seemingly vanished from the records. On July 16, Austin Private Wealth amended the filing, citing a filing error. The firm explained that a third-party vendor had mistakenly multiplied the number of shares by 10,000, resulting in the incorrect report of 12 million shares instead of the actual 1,200 shares. The firm clarified that the filing reflected their positions as of June 28, well before the assassination attempt. Austin Private Wealth released a statement expressing deep regret for the error and the subsequent concerns it raised. They emphasized their commitment to transparency and client trust, and announced a review of their internal procedures and third-party vendor processes to prevent similar issues in the future. Social media scrutiny also extended to Austin Private Wealth’s investors, revealing a list of prominent names including The Rothschild Family, BlackRock, Vanguard, Meta, and political families like the Bushes and the Cheneys. According to CA Club India, the firm’s largest investors are a mix of institutional funds and high-net-worth individuals. In conclusion, the viral claims against Austin Private Wealth have sparked significant controversy, with allegations of potential insider trading and a filing error that has cast a shadow over the firm’s practices. If Trump had died in the assassination attempt, the financial impact could have been enormous, potentially yielding profits of up to $1 trillion for those holding put options on his company’s stock.

Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) has voiced strong criticism over the disparity in federal payouts between recent immigrants and Social Security recipients. On the Senate floor, Rubio underscored the stark contrast between the benefits received by Cuban refugees who have contributed to Social Security for decades and recent immigrants, including refugees, who receive substantial financial support without having paid into the system. Rubio highlighted his frustration with the situation, noting that long-time Cuban residents in South Florida, who have worked their entire lives, typically receive $800 to $1,000 monthly from Social Security. In contrast, recent arrivals receive up to $1,500 in benefits. He also pointed out instances where these new arrivals, classified as refugees, frequently return to their home countries, questioning their refugee status. "That 'refugee,' a year later, is traveling back to Cuba 15 times. So, you're a refugee fleeing oppression from a place that you now go back and visit 15 times the following year," Rubio remarked. Rubio's comments reflect his concern over the perceived inequity in resource allocation, arguing that it makes no sense for long-time contributors to the Social Security system to receive less support than able-bodied newcomers who immediately qualify for substantial benefits. Supporting Rubio's claims, data from the 2020 Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP) shows that immigrant households are more likely to receive benefits from means-tested government programs than U.S.-born households. In 2022, 54 percent of immigrant-headed households used at least one major welfare program, compared to 39 percent of U.S.-born households. This rate rises to 59 percent for non-citizen households. The analysis also revealed that immigrant households show particularly high usage of food programs, Medicaid, and the Earned Income Tax Credit. Even when excluding certain programs, 46 percent of immigrant households and 33 percent of U.S.-born households utilized at least one major welfare program. The data indicates that most immigrant households are nuclear families, countering the notion that the presence of extended family members leads to higher welfare use.

Data shows unusual market activity in former President Donald Trump’s stock, DJT, ahead of Saturday’s failed assassination attempt, raising concerns about possible foreknowledge of the event and insider trading. Social media highlighted an “extreme disparity” in trading volume for Trump Media & Technology Group Corp stock (DJT) on the Friday before the assassination attempt compared to the previous day, with shares traded increasing from 3.9 million to 35.6 million. X user @JoshWalkos noted that data from TMTG Corp. shows a day trading high of $15,638.32 on 7/12/2024 – a day before the attempt on Trump – with the previous day’s high at only $30.31. “That Friday high has to be a mistake, right?” the user wrote. “Even if it is, the extreme swing in volume should definitely warrant further investigation. That is an 801% increase in one day, the day before the attempt on Trump’s life.” [sic]. The spike in trading activity coincided with heavy shorting of DJT stock just one day before the assassination attempt, a bizarre anomaly noted by financial media outlet Finbold on Wednesday. After the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, which sent shockwaves through the U.S. political landscape, Trump Media (NASDAQ: DJT) shares surged more than 60% in early trading on Monday before retracing by 20% to close at $36.89 on July 16. A noteworthy fact is that short positions against Truth Social stock doubled between July 1 and July 12, rising from 7 to 15 million shares, marking a record for shares shorted in DJT stock since its trading debut. Finbold reported, “This surge indicates that individuals or large organizations anticipated a significant drop in the stock’s value by July 15, a scenario that would likely have materialized had President Trump died in Pennsylvania.” Since the attempt, interest in shorting DJT appears to have decreased. “Looking at the current level of DJT stock short-interest, it has subsided substantially,” Finbold writes. “It fell to 11.27%, with 5,219,586 shares being shorted at an average coverage of less than one day.” This indicates that the stock is no longer experiencing high short interest as it did last week. Interestingly, similar stock trading anomalies were claimed to have occurred just days before the September 11, 2001, attacks, with American and United Airlines stocks seeing a surge in put options ahead of the tragedy. As investigators probe the apparent Secret Service stand down, attention is also focused on whether corrupt insiders had prior knowledge and were planning to profit from Trump’s death.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reportedly altered his flight plans to avoid a potential arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC). According to Great Game India, citing reports from the Times of Israel (ToI) and the Kan public broadcaster, Netanyahu is scheduled to fly to the U.S. to address Congress on July 24. Rather than making a stopover at a midpoint location, he has chosen a direct flight to steer clear of any legal complications. "Netanyahu considered, then decided against, visiting the Czech Republic and Hungary on the way to the U.S. when he travels to address Congress on July 24 … amid fears the ICC was readying an arrest warrant against him," the ToI reported. "When the prime minister's aircraft – known as the 'Wing of Zion' – is fully loaded with passengers, it must stop en route to North America. Netanyahu, meanwhile, has reportedly chosen to travel light to complete the transatlantic flight in a single trip. This will spare the European nation that is hosting the layover from having to refuel, which could have been politically unpleasant," Great Game India added. The ICC's issuance of arrest warrants against Netanyahu and others not only affects the Israeli leader's travel but also underscores the political and diplomatic challenges faced by countries involved in ICC proceedings. The warrants, while largely symbolic, present a political dilemma and can strain international relations. The ICC, based in The Hague, Netherlands, relies on signatory nations of the Rome Statute to enforce its decisions, despite lacking an enforcement mechanism. Both Prague and Budapest are signatories to the Rome Statute, whereas Tel Aviv is not. ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan issued the arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant in May. The warrants accused them of "causing extermination, causing starvation as a method of war including the denial of humanitarian relief supplies, deliberately targeting civilians in conflict." Similar warrants were also issued for Hamas leaders Yahya Sinwar, Mohammed Deif, and Ismail Haniyeh. "Israel, like all states, has a right to take action to defend its population. That right, however, does not absolve Israel or any state of its obligation to comply with international humanitarian law," the ICC prosecutor stated. Great Game India noted that Khan's decision sparked divisions within the ICC and drew criticism from both Israel and the U.S., with some U.S. Congress members warning against the ICC's actions. Nonetheless, the tribunal stood firm against attempts to intimidate it.

A former military sniper claims that the shooter who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump had assistance from inside sources. In an Instagram post on Sunday, retired sniper Dallas Alexander, who served with the Tier 1 Special Operations Unit "JTF 2" and held the record for the longest confirmed sniper kill, shared his expert opinion that the shooter was permitted to take the shot. “I’m very familiar with the layout of these events and what the security measures should be,” Alexander said a day after the assassination attempt. “What happened yesterday leaves no doubt in my mind that the shooter had help from an agency, organization, or the government,” he stated. Alexander added that upon seeing aerial photos of the event, “it immediately made no sense to me,” noting that the rooftops presented glaring vulnerabilities that should have been obvious to anyone. “You don’t even need to be a sniper — it’s the most obvious thing. The most obvious place in the whole world,” Alexander emphasized. “Even a seventh-grader could figure it out — 'What do we need to secure? These rooftops that are almost within zeroing range of a rifle,’” he continued. Ultimately, Alexander suggested that a stand-down was effectively ordered, allowing shooter Thomas Crooks to get into position. “Something happened. I’m not pointing fingers at anyone, but it’s too obvious that this guy had help getting there. Whether someone turned a blind eye or it was strategically planned. Events like that, security like that ... it’s not a small thing and that is the most obvious place to be.” Alexander also found it hard to believe that the shooter could get into position, target one of the “hardest to stalk targets in the whole world,” and still miss his shot. “You’re not going to miss that shot. If you have the skill set to get in there, avoiding all these layers of security, then you will have the skill set to hit the target on the first round. It just doesn’t make any sense.” “My opinion is, whether this comes out now or later, that this guy had help from somewhere,” he concluded. Alexander’s assessment echoed sentiments from retired Green Beret Matthew Murphy, a certified level one sniper with extensive Special Operations training, who also deduced that the failed assassination attempt on Trump was likely an inside job. The analysis from these expert snipers coincides with US Army veteran and House Rep. Cory Mills (R-Fla.) telling CNN on Tuesday that the numerous security lapses seemed to point to an “intentional” effort to leave Trump vulnerable to gunfire. “The amount of negligence, the number of mistakes made here, I find it very difficult not to conclude this was intentional rather than fecklessness,” Mills told anchor Kate Bolduan during RNC coverage in Milwaukee.

High-ranking Democrats, including members of the Obama and Clinton camps, have reportedly formed a committee to remove Joe Biden from the Democratic ticket. According to a Saturday report by Axios, a coalition of “anti-Biden Democrats” is aggressively commissioning polls, lobbying former presidents, back-channeling Democratic leaders, organizing donors, and taking the fight to Biden in a very public way. This “Committee to Unelect the President” consists of prominent figures within the Democratic Party, including former Obama aides, former Clinton advisers, Congressional Democrats, swing-state Democrats, top donors like actor George Clooney and Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings, liberal talk show hosts like Stephen Colbert and Jon Stewart, New York Times columnists, and even some Biden aides. Axios describes this group as “the unofficial Committee to Unelect the President,” with a clear mission to push Biden out of the presidential race as soon as possible. This growing anti-Biden network is circulating polls suggesting that Democrats would improve their chances with a new ticket. Some donors are considering significant financial support for any non-Biden presidential ticket. These Democrats view the race in simple terms: Wisconsin, Michigan, and Pennsylvania are crucial. Biden won these states in 2020, forming the Blue Wall. They believe the solution is to identify the two candidates most likely to win these states, disregarding loyalty to Biden or even Vice President Harris. The anti-Biden Democrats are sharing texts, emails, and polling data, engaging in media battles, and circulating stories and arguments by sympathetic journalists like Ezra Klein and Matt Yglesias. They are also in discussions with lawmakers to pressure Biden and his inner circle. They recognize that Biden and his family seem unyielding, so they hope to leverage the influence of figures like the Obamas, Clintons, Schumer, Jeffries, and Pelosi. Democratic strategist James Carville noted that former President Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton are subtly urging the Biden campaign to step aside. “Silence is a very loud form of speech,” Carville said. “No one is saying ‘come hell or high water.’” A former official from Bill Clinton’s White House told Axios, “The Clinton diaspora is freaking the hell out. But all these people going on the record aren’t helping. All it seems to have done is cause the Bidens to dig in deeper.” Remarkably, the New York Times on Saturday accused Republicans of promoting a “conspiracy theory” that Democrats are secretly working to remove Biden from the ticket. However, Axios simultaneously reported that Democrats are indeed plotting to replace Biden. The Times stated, “The idea that Democrats would plot to replace Mr. Biden has meshed with views perpetuated by former President Donald J. Trump about the Democratic Party, that its members are not just politically wrong, but remarkably conniving.” The Times further noted that this “conspiracy theory” gained traction due to another baseless belief among Trump supporters that Biden is merely a puppet of Democratic elites or a shadowy political body referred to as the Deep State. This contradiction has led to further scrutiny of the Times' reporting.

President Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt on Saturday night during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, by a 20-year-old Democrat donor named Thomas Matthew Crooks. After being shot, Trump immediately grabbed his neck, bleeding profusely from his ear. Video footage shows him ducking down right after the initial gunshots were heard. Secret Service agents quickly shielded Trump and guided him away from further harm. Despite his injury, a defiant Trump raised his fist and shouted “Fight!” multiple times to the crowd. Susan Crabtree of Real Clear Politics has revealed additional infuriating details about that day. The Secret Service diverted critical resources to guard Jill Biden’s campaign event in Pittsburgh, away from Trump’s rally, both held on Saturday. According to two sources, this decision followed the agency’s protocol of treating Trump as a former president. This is despite Trump being the frontrunner for the next presidential election and having the largest political following in the country. Crabtree poses a critical question: who decided to divert these resources to Jill Biden’s event? According to Crabtree, Secret Service resources were diverted to Jill Biden’s event and away from Trump’s because they followed agency protocol applying to Trump as a former president. Additionally, many supplemental agents from different field offices, not Trump’s regular detail, provided security at the rally because Trump’s regular detail was overworked, with some working seven days straight, and there were only two counter-snipers. Trump is not just a former president—he is the first in modern history to run for president again—and he has been the focus of several prosecutions and controversies. Crabtree also noted that Trump’s detail was so overworked that several agents assigned Saturday were temporary replacements from multiple field offices. Trump’s usual protective Secret Service detail had been worked so hard, with agents working seven days a week with no days off, that many of the agents assigned Saturday were temporary replacements from different field offices. This is not the usual protocol for sitting presidents and vice presidents but is “typical” for former presidents, although no former presidents in modern history have run again. “Trump has a permanent detail; however, it’s much smaller in the number of bodies,” the source said. “His detail has been worked so hard with all the travel that they’re working seven days a week with shift changes. So HQ sends in temp agents to supplement—not a good scenario. Mission Failure, IMHO.” This blatant disrespect toward Trump likely played a role in him almost getting killed. Heads better roll across the agency.

Trump narrowly avoided an assassination attempt when rifle fire from an AR-15, wielded by suspected left-wing radical Thomas Matthew Crooks, struck him in the right ear. Despite the attack, Trump has been discharged from the hospital and is reportedly in good health. Significant concerns have arisen about security lapses by the US Secret Service and local law enforcement. Speculation is growing that the deep state orchestrated the plot, possibly enlisting a radical shooter, though the attempt ultimately failed. Criticism has emerged regarding the competency of some US Secret Service agents recruited under DEI initiatives, particularly regarding basic firearms handling skills. Video footage shows a female agent struggling for nearly 10 seconds to holster her weapon as Trump was rushed into a vehicle. Certain media outlets, including CNN, have refrained from labeling the incident as an assassination attempt, instead reporting it as "Secret Service rushes Trump off stage after he falls at rally." During a recent fundraising call, Joe Biden's comment, "It's time to put Trump in the bullseye," has sparked controversy, with some interpreting it as an incitement for the deep state to target Trump for assassination. Representative Thomas Massie tweeted, noting the FBI's involvement in investigating the attempted assassination of Trump and drawing comparisons to their handling of other high-profile cases. DC_Draino tweeted allegations suggesting that Secret Service snipers had advance knowledge of the shooter on the roof but delayed intervention until shots were fired, implying a setup where the shooter was meant to succeed. Analysis of the gunshot sounds indicates the shooter was positioned approximately 450 feet away—about 1.5 football fields—missing Trump by a narrow margin, underscoring the seriousness of the attempt. The incident highlights longstanding hostility from corporate media towards Trump, with accusations that their coverage has fueled animosity and potentially incited violence.

During a MAGA rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, shots were fired, prompting Secret Service agents to swiftly remove former President Donald Trump from the podium. Trump was seen bleeding from his ear as he was rushed offsite. Ten minutes into his speech about his America First plan, six or seven shots were heard. Trump quickly took cover behind the podium, and dozens of attendees hit the ground. Despite appearing to be hit in the ear, Trump pumped his fist to the crowd, shouting “Fight! Fight! Fight!” as Secret Service agents flanked him and escorted him offstage. His motorcade was then seen departing the rally. Right Side Broadcasting reported live from the scene, where Secret Service agents were urging attendees to vacate the area. Trump later stated he was “fine” after the attempted shooting and was being treated at a nearby medical facility. The Secret Service issued the following statement: “An incident occurred the evening of July 13 at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania. The Secret Service has implemented protective measures and the former President is safe. This is now an active Secret Service investigation, and further information will be released when available.” The county prosecutor reported that two people were killed at the rally, including the suspected shooter. One rally attendee, a physician, told CBS News that he tried to treat a rallygoer caught in the gunman’s line of fire. This alarming event comes just days after Trump confidante Roger Stone warned that the Deep State, feeling threatened, might resort to assassination to stop President Trump. True to form, CNN's headline following the attempted assassination read, “Secret Service rushes Trump off stage after he falls at rally.” The House Judiciary GOP noted that President Joe Biden had recently made a controversial statement against Trump, saying, “It’s time to put Trump in a bullseye.”

Bolivia has faced significant turmoil recently as General Juan Jose Zuniga of the Bolivian Army threatened to overthrow President Luis Arce, demanding a new cabinet and the release of political prisoners. Zuniga led military units to the main square of La Paz, home to the presidential palace and Congress. An armored vehicle breached a palace door, allowing soldiers to rush inside, but the coup attempt ultimately failed. In the midst of Bolivia's bid to join the BRICS group, Arce, with support from international allies, addressed and defused the situation. He reaffirmed his commitment to democracy and appointed new military commanders. Zuniga, the dismissed military chief, was ordered to six months of "preventive detention" for his role in the coup attempt. Following the failed coup, there are suspicions that the CIA was involved. Users on X, formerly known as Twitter, speculated that the coup was secretly backed by the CIA due to Bolivia's vast lithium reserves, its closeness to Russia, or its hostility to Israel. One X user highlighted Bolivia's lithium reserves and severed ties with Israel as potential reasons for the CIA's involvement. Another post pointed to Arce's recent trip to St. Petersburg and talks with Russia on nuclear research as further evidence of U.S. interference. Great Game India reported that Zuniga aimed to prevent former President Evo Morales from running for office again, claiming Morales would harm the country. However, a Bolivian court has already declared Morales ineligible to run. Analysts also believe the CIA is involved, given the U.S.'s historical support for Latin American military regimes and involvement in coups. Bolivia has seen over 190 coup attempts in its history, leaving a lasting impact on its political landscape. Bolivia's bid for BRICS membership is likely to be discussed at the BRICS leaders' conference in Kazan, Russia, on Oct. 22. Arce has been vocal about his commitment to BRICS and met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in June to discuss a multipolar world free of neocolonialism. In a speech at the palace, Zuniga praised officers who value the Armed Forces in a democratically-elected government. The Presidents of Brazil, Mexico, and Venezuela expressed support for Arce, while Bolivia's Foreign Minister Celinda Sosa Lunda urged international support for Bolivian democracy. Zuniga faces charges of terrorism and armed uprising, carrying sentences of 15-20 years and 5-15 years, respectively. The Attorney General's Office requested six-month detention, supported by the Defense and Interior Ministries. After the attack, Zuniga urged soldiers to withdraw following global condemnation. He later claimed he was following an order from Arce, who denied any involvement or prior knowledge of the operation. Arce hailed the withdrawal as a victory for Bolivia's democracy and addressed citizens, some of whom protested the coup attempt. "Many thanks to the Bolivian people," Arce said. "Long live democracy." A video shown on Bolivian television depicted Arce confronting Zuniga and soldiers in a palace hallway, ordering them to withdraw. Zuniga, initially appointed by Arce, cited the country's malaise as his reason for starting the resistance, calling for changes in the cabinet and an end to the country's destruction and impoverishment.

In a controversial move, pharmaceutical giant Pfizer allegedly delayed the release of its mRNA COVID-19 vaccine trial results until after the November 2020 election to prevent Donald Trump from gaining a significant political advantage. According to Jordan Schachtel, this strategic delay removed the possibility of an "October surprise" that could have bolstered Trump's reelection campaign, thus making it easier for Joe Biden to secure a victory. Tony Fauci, in his new book, revealed that on November 7, after the absentee ballots were counted and Biden was declared the winner, Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla informed him about the positive trial results. This timing, Fauci noted, signaled a turning point in the fight against COVID-19 but conveniently came too late to impact the election outcome. Schachtel criticized the mRNA shots as "junk genetic material," arguing that the delay had no real impact on public health but did effectively deny Trump a crucial political win. During the pandemic, the fear of COVID-19 led many voters to support the candidate they believed could best manage the crisis. Trump had hoped to showcase Operation Warp Speed's success before the election, but the delayed vaccine announcement likely influenced voters to choose Biden instead. Fauci's book also recounts that Trump's FDA commissioner, Stephen Hahn, insisted that vaccine authorization would not be rushed for political gain. Interestingly, Hahn later joined Flagship Pioneering, the company that founded Moderna. This move raised further questions about the impartiality of vaccine approval processes. Schachtel highlighted that Pfizer and Moderna benefited financially after Biden took office, with vaccine contract prices increasing significantly. Under Trump, Pfizer was to be paid $19.50 per dose, but the Biden administration later agreed to $30.48 per dose, leading to substantial profits for the companies during the pandemic. Given these events, Schachtel suggests that Congress should focus on investigating the pharmaceutical companies for potential fraudulent activities rather than diverting attention to less relevant issues.

In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict, North Korea is reportedly planning to deploy military units to Ukraine next month to support Russian forces. This follows Russian President Vladimir Putin's first visit to North Korea in 24 years, where he signed a defense pact with Kim Jong Un on June 19 in Pyongyang. The pact stipulates that both countries will provide military assistance to each other as needed. Shortly after the agreement was signed, North Korea announced it would send a unit of military engineers to join Russia's army in the Donetsk region of Ukraine. This move suggests North Korea might soon become an active combatant in the war. North Korea is already supplying ammunition and missiles to Russia, having reportedly shipped up to 1.6 million artillery shells to the Russian army for its special military operation. The defense pact states, "In case any one of the two sides is put in a state of war by an armed invasion from an individual state or several states, the other side shall provide military and other assistance with all means in its possession without delay." Responding to the news, Pentagon spokesman Pat Ryder told journalists that North Korea is essentially sending these soldiers to their deaths. "I think that if I were North Korean military personnel management, I would be questioning my choices on sending my forces to be cannon fodder in an illegal war against Ukraine," Ryder said. He added that U.S. intelligence will continue to monitor the growing military ties between Russia and North Korea. Given North Korea's role as an important bridge between Russia and China, it makes sense for Russia to partner with the country. This bridge allows Beijing to transfer military equipment to Moscow while avoiding Western sanctions. "North Korea is one of the key Russian partners, and the rationale behind this partnership is their role as a bridge between China and Russia," commented Ilya Ponomarev. "Essentially all the military equipment supposed to be delivered from North Korea was originally developed for North Koreans by the Chinese." "China is cautious not to get under secondary sanctions by the United States, but North Korea is not in danger. So there is no problem for Chinese to assist North Koreans, who then trade with Russia, benefiting both financially and in terms of military development." Some people expressed skepticism about these latest developments, especially Ryder's insinuation that North Korea is merely sending "cannon fodder" to Ukraine. "None of this is true," one person wrote. "The West is just jealous because an army of contracted North Korean engineers is arriving in Donetsk to help rebuild the destroyed towns and villages." "North Koreans are the best and fastest builders that finish jobs to perfection in the shortest amount of time." Another wrote that World War III is imminent. "If China also sends troops, it really will be WWIII," added someone else. "God help us all."

Given the purported risk to planetary health, global power brokers have introduced a controversial agenda called "One Health," which could potentially lead to widespread control over food and medicine. Tracy Thurman from the Brownstone Institute describes One Health as a "sick twist" on the adage “Let your food be your medicine.” She argues that this initiative represents an all-out assault on food, medicine, and life itself, granting globalist eugenicists control over essential health resources. According to Thurman, the plan would strip individuals of their autonomy over food and medicine, with doctors prescribing groceries and restricting access to dietary supplements. Thurman urges people to consider the changes in the food supply under One Health. Reflecting on the behavior of many doctors during Covid, who often neglected basic health supplements and effective early treatments in favor of remdesivir, ventilators, and mRNA shots, she highlights the dangers of this agenda. If you are opposed to the idea of cricket meal and vaccine lettuce prescriptions, this initiative should alarm you. (Related: Dr. Meryl Nass, a biological warfare epidemiologist, warns that the One Health agenda could reduce humans to the same status as animals and ecosystems.) Bill Gates is a prominent backer of One Health, along with the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Bank, the Rockefeller Foundation, the CDC, the FDA, the NIH, the USDA, and other entities involved in the Covid response. Thurman warns of the risks associated with One Health, including healthcare rationing based on "authorities'" assessments of individuals' needs. The agenda also incorporates climate change ideologies that are explicitly anti-human. Given the globalists' Malthusian beliefs, this poses significant risks. Thurman cautions that the agenda could influence decisions about life-saving care, vaccination rights, access to natural food, and the right to life itself. Canada serves as a model for what the globalists aim to implement in the United States. Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD), or euthanasia, is now the sixth-leading cause of death in Canada, and similar policies could be expanded under One Health. The One Health framework would enable the proliferation of MAiD and other population-reducing schemes. Thurman explains that if the health of animals, people, and the environment are equally prioritized, the agenda extends beyond healthcare, affecting residence, travel, purchases, spending, and diet under a totalitarian biosecurity system. Combining this with central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) could lead to a fully controlled financial system, where the government dictates spending. Without independent food supplies and currencies, people might be forced to comply with prescribed diets of insect powder and mRNA-laced vegetables. If successful, globalists could impose widespread control under the guise of "sustainability," threatening individual freedom on a global scale.

Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò, who was recently excommunicated by the Vatican for revealing its globalist connections, issued a grave warning last week, stating that the Church is under siege by globalist forces. In a video statement, Viganò declared that Klaus Schwab's Fourth Revolution and the international finance community have found a zealous collaborator in Pope Francis. According to Viganò, Pope Francis abuses his moral authority to support the dissolution of traditional society from outside the Church while pursuing a project within the Church to replace it with a philanthropic organization inspired by Masonic principles. Viganò described this situation as scandalous for both the civil and ecclesiastical worlds, indicating a criminal conspiracy between the Deep State and the Deep Church. He emphasized the decisive role of the Jesuits in this conspiracy, noting that for the first time in history, a member of the Society of Jesus sits on the throne of Peter. Known for his outspoken criticism of Pope Francis, Viganò has targeted the Pope's handling of sexual abuse allegations, support for COVID-19 vaccines, the World Economic Forum’s Great Reset, and the promotion of an "inclusive, immigrationist, eco-sustainable, and gay-friendly" Church. Viganò also questioned the legitimacy of Pope Francis as the pontiff. His public refusal to recognize and submit to the Supreme Pontiff, along with his rejection of communion with the members of the Church and the legitimacy of the Second Vatican Council, led to his excommunication for schism. The Vatican's statement following the ruling of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith highlighted these reasons for his excommunication.