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August 22, 2024
Election 2024
Media

‘Integrity’ Award-Winning, Taxpayer-Funded Reporter Forced to Apologize For Inventing Fake Trump Story.

PBS correspondent and former NewsHour anchor Judy Woodruff is retracting the false comments she made on air in which she claimed former President Donald J. Trump was purposefully hampering the Gaza ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas for political gain. Woodruff, who was covering the Democratic National Convention (DNC), claims she was referencing reports by Axios and Reuters when she stated that Trump was encouraging Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to delay peace talks until after the November election.

“The reporting is that former President Trump is on the phone with the prime minister of Israel, urging him not to cut a deal right now, because that, it’s believed that would help the Harris campaign,” Woodruff said during Monday’s PBS NewsHour coverage of the DNC.

Following denials by the Trump campaign and the Israeli Prime Minister’s office, Woodruff posted a retraction and apology on X (formerly Twitter). “I want to clarify my remarks on the PBS News special on Monday night about the ongoing cease-fire talks in the Middle East,” the former NewsHour anchor said, continuing: “As I said, this was not based on my original reporting; I was referring to reports I had read, in Axios and Reuters, about former President Trump having spoken to the Israeli Prime Minister.”

“In the live TV moment, I repeated the story because I hadn’t seen later reporting that both sides denied it. This was a mistake, and I apologize for it,” Woodruff added.

PBS receives significant funding from American taxpayers through the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB). In the fiscal year 2024, Congress appropriated $525 million to the CPB, with $367 million subsequently being earmarked for funding public television programming. PBS has not yet issued a formal statement regarding Woodruff’s remarks or her subsequent apology.

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Immigration

Trump Demands Major Deportation Initiative in Democrat-Led Sanctuary Cities.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: President Donald J. Trump announced a plan to launch a mass deportation program targeting Democrat-run sanctuary cities.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Trump, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and other federal law enforcement agencies.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Announced Sunday evening on Truth Social, targeting cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago.

💬KEY QUOTE: “These Radical Left Democrats are sick of mind, hate our Country, and actually want to destroy our Inner Cities—And they are doing a good job of it!” – Donald Trump

🎯IMPACT: ICE is reportedly preparing Special Response Teams to deploy to sanctuary cities, though a timeline has not been announced.

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President Donald J. Trump announced Sunday evening his intention to launch what he described as the “single largest Mass Deportation Program in history.” The program will focus on Democrat-run sanctuary cities, including New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago, with a significant deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.

In a Truth Social post, Trump commended ICE personnel for their “incredible strength, determination, and courage,” and criticized sanctuary cities as “havens” for illegal immigrants and “centers of Democrat power.” He emphasized the need to expand efforts to detain and deport illegals in major cities where he claimed millions reside.

“In order to achieve this, we must expand efforts to detain and deport Illegal Aliens in America’s largest Cities, such as Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York, where Millions upon Millions of Illegal Aliens reside,” Trump wrote. He accused Democrats of using illegal immigrants to “expand their Voter Base, cheat in Elections, and grow the Welfare State, robbing good paying Jobs and Benefits from Hardworking American Citizens.”

Trump also criticized Democratic leadership in major cities, accusing them of fostering urban decay and undermining law enforcement. “These Radical Left Democrats are sick of mind, hate our Country, and actually want to destroy our Inner Cities — And they are doing a good job of it!” He stated that federal law enforcement agencies, including Border Patrol, would be mobilized to focus on “crime-ridden” cities with sanctuary policies.

Reports last week revealed that ICE is preparing to deploy Special Response Teams (SRTs) to five sanctuary cities, including Seattle, Chicago, Philadelphia, New York, and Northern Virginia. These units, trained for high-risk operations, have reportedly been instructed to “stand by.” However, an official timeline for these deployments has not been disclosed.

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News

Trump Brands Walz ‘Grossly Incompetent’ Amid Minnesota Shootings.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A political assassination in Minnesota left two people dead, including state Rep. Melissa Hortman (D), and two others injured, sparking condemnation from President Donald J. Trump.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Victims include Minnesota state Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark; suspect Vance Luther Boelter has been captured. President Trump and Governor Tim Walz (D) have also been involved in the aftermath.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The shootings occurred early Saturday in Minnesota. Governor Tim Walz addressed the incident on June 14, 2025.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Such horrific violence will not be tolerated in the United States of America. God Bless the great people of Minnesota, a truly great place.” – Donald Trump

🎯IMPACT: The incident has heightened concerns over political violence, with federal law enforcement involved in the investigation.

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President Donald J. Trump said on Sunday that he “may” call Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (D) following a political assassination that shocked the state. Trump, who condemned the violence, described Walz as a “terrible governor” and “grossly incompetent.” Speaking to ABC’s Rachel Scott, Trump stated, “Well, it’s a terrible thing. I think he’s a terrible governor. I think he’s a grossly incompetent person. But I may, I may call him, I may call other people, too.”

The state of Minnesota is grappling with the aftermath of two shootings that claimed the lives of state Representative Melissa Hortman (D), a former speaker of the state House, and her husband, Mark. The attack also left a state senator and his wife injured. Authorities report that the suspect, 57-year-old Vance Luther Boelter, disguised himself as a police officer. Boelter was taken into custody late Sunday night after a lengthy manhunt.

Governor Walz labeled the shootings an “act of targeted political violence.” A source close to Walz revealed that he and Vice President J.D. Vance have been in communication regarding the incident. The source added, “The Governor expressed appreciation for the ongoing coordination between federal law enforcement and Minnesota public safety officials.” However, another source noted that Trump had not yet contacted Walz.

Notably, Walz himself has been accused of turning up the political temperature regarding violent political rhetoric. The National Pulse reported in May that the Minnesota Democrat had compared U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to Adolf Hitler’s Gestapo during a commencement speech.

The FBI and the Attorney General have launched an investigation, with the White House pledging to prosecute anyone involved to the fullest extent of the law. Police discovered a list in the suspect’s vehicle containing the names of dozens of Minnesota Democrats, raising concerns regarding the extent and scale of Boelter’s additional planned acts of terrorism.

This tragic event comes amid increasing worries over political violence in the U.S., following incidents such as the killing of Israeli embassy staffers in Washington, an arson attack at Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s home, and last summer’s two attempted assassinations of Trump. President Trump commented, “Such horrific violence will not be tolerated in the United States of America. God Bless the great people of Minnesota, a truly great place.”

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War
World

Iran Signals Openness to Ending Conflict with Israel, With Conditions on U.S. Non-Involvement.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Iranian officials reportedly signaled to Arab states that they are open to negotiations with the U.S. if it avoids joining the Israeli assault.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Iran, Arab states, U.S., Israel, and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Israel and Iran, amid ongoing air strikes and missile assaults between the two countries.

💬KEY QUOTE: “The current regime is at stake in this conflict.” – Vladimir Putin

🎯IMPACT: The situation raises concerns about U.S. involvement and the possibility of escalating tensions in the Middle East.

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Iranian officials have reportedly signaled to Arab states that they would be willing to negotiate with the U.S. if it refrains from joining the Israeli assault. The Islamic Republic is believed to be using the Arab states to pass along the message to the U.S. and Middle Eastern officials amid ongoing air strikes and missile assaults between Iran and Israel.

“The Iranians know the U.S. is supporting Israel in its defense, and they are sure the U.S. is supporting Israel logistically,” an anonymous Arab official told the Wall Street Journal on Monday, June 15. They added: “But they want guarantees the U.S. won’t join the attacks.”

Israel, last week, launched an air campaign against the Iranian nuclear program and key regime officials, leading to the current hostilities. Subsequently, Iran has responded with several waves of ballistic missile barrages, targeting predominantly residential areas and causing a number of casualties. Several of the missiles are believed to have struck critical energy infrastructure in Israel.

Following a conversation with U.S. President Donald J. Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly warned the Iranians that “the current regime is at stake in this conflict.” Putin appeared to heavily imply that unless Iran comes back to the negotiating table, the air campaign against their nuclear program would continue to escalate.

President Trump has repeatedly urged Tehran to resume negotiations, while hinting that the U.S. could become involved in the hostilities. The prospect of U.S. intervention, however, appears unpopular with Trump’s own supporters, many of whom backed him on his promise to end regime change wars in the Middle East.

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2 hours ago
Crime
News

Suspect in Minnesota Lawmaker’s Assassination Captured.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A man suspected of killing a Minnesota lawmaker and wounding another surrendered to police after a massive two-day manhunt.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Suspect Vance Luther Boelter, victims Melissa and Mark Hortman, and John and Yvette Hoffman.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The shootings occurred early Saturday in the northern Minneapolis suburbs, with the suspect apprehended Sunday near his home in rural Sibley County.

💬KEY QUOTE: “This cannot be the norm. It cannot be the way that we deal with our political differences.” – Gov. Tim Walz.

🎯IMPACT: The attacks have heightened concerns over political violence and left the state mourning the loss of prominent leaders.

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Vance Luther Boelter, the suspect in a series of shootings that left former Minnesota Democratic House Speaker Melissa Hortman (D) and her husband, Mark, dead, and injured Senator John Hoffman (D) and his wife, Yvette, was arrested Sunday, June 15. The arrest followed an extensive manhunt involving 20 tactical teams, helicopters, and officers on foot.

Authorities say Boelter posed as a police officer, using a vehicle altered to resemble a police car. He allegedly targeted the Hoffmans first, shooting them at their home in Champlin early Saturday. Hours later, he fatally shot the Hortmans at their home in Brooklyn Park as police arrived on the scene, prompting him to flee.

Brooklyn Park Police Chief Mark Bruley described the operation to capture Boelter as “the largest manhunt in the state’s history.” Officers eventually located Boelter in the woods near his abandoned vehicle. He surrendered without incident, crawling to officers before being taken into custody.

Drew Evans, superintendent of the state Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, credited officers’ quick response at the Hortman residence with preventing further violence.

The attacks have drawn nationwide attention, with Gov. Tim Walz (D) condemning the violence and calling for unity, saying, “This cannot be the norm. It cannot be the way that we deal with our political differences.”

U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D) shared a statement from Yvette Hoffman, who expressed gratitude for public support, adding that both she and her husband are recovering from multiple gunshot wounds. “We are gutted and devastated by the loss of Melissa and Mark,” Hoffman wrote.

The motivation for the attack remains unclear. Officials found “No Kings” fliers in the seat of the suspect’s vehicle, but a list of Democrat lawmakers and pro-abortion activists was also reportedly found. Writings, possibly some sort of manifesto, have also been reported, but investigators have released no details.

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News
War

Car Bombs Took Out Iranian Nuclear Scientists in Tehran.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Iran has blamed Israel for multiple car bombs, which reportedly killed several Iranian nuclear scientists..

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Iranian nuclear scientists.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The bombings were reported on Sunday, June 15, by Iranian media.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Iran is pursuing nuclear weapons that make the bombs dropped on Nagasaki and Hiroshima look tiny in comparison. We could not remain passive. This is truly an existential war.” – Benjamin Netanyahu

🎯IMPACT: The killings suggest that Israel still has agents operating covertly in Iran, adding another layer to the ongoing conflict.

IN FULL

Iranian authorities have blamed Israel for at least five car bombings that took place on June 15, with Iranian media additionally claiming that several nuclear scientists were killed as a result. The apparent killings come after Israel has specifically targeted nuclear scientists and senior Iranian military officials in recent days.

Since Friday, June 13, around 15 nuclear scientists have reportedly been killed in Israeli attacks as both Israel and Iran continue to trade blows. Israeli officials have denied being behind the car bombs in Tehran, however.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu explained why he gave the green light for strikes on Iran, which began last week, saying, “Iran is pursuing nuclear weapons that make the bombs dropped on Nagasaki and Hiroshima look tiny in comparison. We could not remain passive. This is truly an existential war.”

The death toll on both sides has continued to rise since Friday, with reports in Iran claiming at least 224 deaths and 1,200 injured, while Israel has reported 24 people killed since the conflict between the two countries began. However, some activists claim as many as 406 people in Iran may have been killed in Israeli strikes.

Israel now claims to have air superiority over Tehran, Iran’s capital, with Israeli military spokesman Effie Defrin stating that Israel has struck over 120 launch pads for missiles, destroying a third of them overall. Despite this, Iran has been able to attack Israeli targets and at times penetrate Israel’s multi-layered drone and missile defence systems.

So far, the United States is not offensively involved in the conflict, but President Donald J. Trump has warned Iran that the U.S. could become involved if Iran strikes U.S. targets in the region. President Trump said, “[If] we are attacked in any way, shape or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the U.S. Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before.” Additionally, the USS Nimitz aircraft carrier and its carrier strike force are en route to the region.

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4 hours ago
News
UK

Prince Harry Celebrates German Veterans.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Prince Harry delivered a video message to mark Germany’s first-ever Veterans’ Day.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, and Germany’s defense minister, alongside members of the Bundeswehr (German military) and veterans.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The message was delivered via video on Germany’s inaugural Veterans’ Day, June 2025.

💬KEY QUOTE: “It is a profound privilege to be asked by your defence minister to deliver a message to you on this sacred Veterans Day.” – Prince Harry

🎯IMPACT: The message highlighted themes of service, unity, and Germany’s role in maintaining peace and stability in Europe.

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Prince Harry delivered a video message to commemorate Germany’s inaugural Veterans’ Day, describing it as a “profound privilege” to address the nation on this “sacred day.” Beginning his speech in German with “Guten Tag Deutschland,” the controversial, California-based royal then transitioned to English to share his remarks.

With Harry being a “non-working” royal after abandoning his public duties to pursue moneymaking ventures with his wife, Meghan, in the United States, he adhered to restrictions preventing him from wearing a military uniform at official state events. However, he wore his Afghanistan Campaign Medal and various Jubilee medals.

Reflecting on his visit to Düsseldorf in 2023 for the Invictus Games, Harry said, “The warmth, the enthusiasm, and the unwavering support shown by the German people for our global community of wounded service personnel was truly humbling.” He added, “That spirit of camaraderie, forged on the sports field, mirrors the unbreakable bond that connects veterans of all nations.”

He continued: “Veterans are more than warriors—they are leaders. Living testaments to resilience and moral courage, they understand that loyalty must never lie with power alone, but with the people. With truth.”

Concluding his message, he made an oblique reference to Germany’s infamous military history, saying, “Germany has shown the world how memory, accountability, and unity can be turned into strength.” Addressing the Bundeswehr (German military), he said, “To the brave men and women of the Bundeswehr, a heartfelt thank you for your steadfast service to your country, to your people, and to one another.” He ended with a German farewell, “Vielen dank und einen schönen tag,” expressing warm thanks and best wishes.

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June 15, 2025
Immigration
News

RFK Sends Immigration Status of Millions on Medicaid to DHS.

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❓What Happened: Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has facilitated the transfer of foreign Medicaid enrollees’ personal data to deportation officials.

👥 Who’s Involved: Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and Medicaid officials.

📍 Where & When: California, Illinois, Washington State, Washington, D.C.; data transfer directive issued on a Tuesday.

⚠️ Impact: Potential exposure of federal funding being misused to assist illegal aliens, possible deportation raids.

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Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has reportedly handed over personal information of foreign Medicaid enrollees to immigration enforcement authorities. The data transfer reportedly includes names, addresses, and Social Security numbers of individuals enrolled in Medicaid programs in sanctuary states such as California, Illinois, and Washington State, as well as Washington, D.C.

Emails and an internal memo obtained by the Associated Press (AP) reveal that Medicaid officials attempted to block the transfer, citing legal and ethical objections. However, two senior advisers to Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. overruled their concerns, ordering the data to be sent to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

California Governor Gavin Newsom’s office has complained, stating, “This potential data transfer brought to our attention by the AP is extremely concerning, and if true, potentially unlawful.” The Democrat governor’s office emphasized the state’s commitment to protecting the privacy of its residents, apparently including illegal aliens liable for deportation.

The data handover has raised concerns among leftists that it could be used to assist immigration raids, particularly in Los Angeles, California, where previous Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations have led to pro-illegal immigrant riots. It could also be used to stop Medicaid coverage from being extended to illegals unlawfully.

Andrew Nixon, a spokesman for the Department of Health and Human Services, defended the move, stating the data sharing was lawful and aimed at ensuring Medicaid benefits are provided only to those legally eligible.

Officials at the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) were reportedly given less than an hour to comply with the directive.

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June 14, 2025
Lauren Gallagher
Crime
Immigration

Congress Investigating Role of Paid Agitators in Pro-Illegal Immigrant Riots.

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❓What Happened: An investigation is underway into agitators allegedly being requested or even paid to participate in pro-illegal immigrant riots.

👥 Who’s Involved: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA), Crowds on Demand.

📍Where & When: Los Angeles, California, and other U.S. cities impacted by pro-migrant riots, June 2025.

💬 Key Quote: “We’re not here to negotiate with criminals. Break the law, attack our agents—you will be arrested, prosecuted, and held accountable. No exceptions,” said CBP.

⚠️ Impact: Suspect organizations will be investigated for their involvement in the riots.

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The pro-illegal immigrant riots in California and other states have sparked an ongoing investigation after the involvement of paid agitators was alleged. Crowds on Demand, a California-based advocacy group that provides crowds for protests, has received “numerous high-budget requests” to get involved with the demonstrations in Los Angeles and other cities, but has supposedly declined participation.

The company refused to intervene in the riots in Los Angeles and stated they did “not want to get close to any form of illegal activity, including violence, vandalism, or blocking off roads without a permit.”

Law enforcement is currently trying to determine who is responsible for organizing the attacks. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has warned that anyone who does not uphold the law will be held accountable: “We’re not here to negotiate with criminals. Break the law, attack our agents—you will be arrested, prosecuted, and held accountable. No exceptions.”

Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO), chairman of the Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Terrorism, has revealed that the committee has been sending letters to organizations suspected of being involved in the riots. The letters demand records from November 5, 2024, onwards. Organizations that fail to comply will face further action.

“Let me be clear: bankrolling civil unrest is not protected speech. It is aiding and abetting criminal conduct. Accordingly, you must immediately cease and desist any further involvement in the organization, funding or promotion of these unlawful activities,” the letter states.

Sen. Hawley and Rep. Kevin Kiley (R-CA) have raised particular concerns about the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA) and its role in organizing and funding pro-illegal immigrant disorder. Whether CHIRLA provided financial or logistical support to protestors, including those allegedly involved in violence or illegal activity, is under investigation.

Kiley has questioned CHIRLA’s funding, noting, “The ‘nonprofit’ behind the LA riots donated almost $500,000 to support Newsom’s campaign. It then received $34 million in state funding,” adding: “I’m sure this is all a coincidence.”

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June 13, 2025
Christopher Tomlinson
Corruption
Crime

USAID Official Pleads Guilty After $550m Bribery Scheme Uncovered.

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❓What Happened: A former United States Agency for International Development (USAID) official and others have pleaded guilty to a bribery scheme that spanned over a decade and involved over $550 million.

👥 Who’s Involved: USAID, Roderick Watson, Walter Barnes, Darryl Britt, Paul Young, Justice Department Criminal Division Chief Matthew Galeotti, U.S. Attorney Kelly Hayes.

📍 Where & When: According to a Department of Justice (DOJ) press release, the four men pled guilty to the scheme on June 12.

💬 Key Quote: “Watson was entrusted to serve the interests of the American people—not his own.” — U.S. Attorney Kelly Hayes.

⚠️ Impact: The four men face lengthy sentences, including up to 15 years in prison for the former USAID official.

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A former U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) official and three corporate executives have pleaded guilty in a decade-long bribery scheme involving more than $550 million in government contracts. Two contractors—Apprio, Inc. and PM Consulting Group LLC (d/b/a Vistant)—admitted criminal liability and agreed Thursday to deferred prosecution deals with the Justice Department.

Roderick Watson, a former USAID contracting officer based in Maryland, admitted to accepting bribes from corporate executives in exchange for steering contracts to Apprio and Vistant. He was bribed with cash, electronics, luxury suite basketball tickets, mortgage payments, and favors for relatives. The bribes were often funneled through Paul Young, president of a subcontractor working with both companies.

Walter Barnes, president of Vistant, and Darryl Britt, president of Apprio, also pleaded guilty. Barnes admitted to both bribery and securities fraud. In 2022, he and Watson misled a small business investment company into issuing a $14 million loan to Vistant, enabling Barnes to pay himself a $10 million dividend. In 2023, Britt fraudulently induced a private equity firm to invest $4 million in Apprio while concealing years of bribery.

“Watson was entrusted to serve the interests of the American people—not his own,” said U.S. Attorney Kelly Hayes. “His criminal actions for his own personal gain undermine the integrity of our public institutions.”

Justice Department Criminal Division Chief Matthew Galeotti added: “Their scheme violated the public trust by undermining the integrity of the federal government’s procurement process.”

Watson faces up to 15 years in prison at his October 6 sentencing. Barnes, Britt, and Young each face up to five years when sentenced later this year. Apprio will pay $500,000 and Vistant $100,000 under civil settlements.

The case comes after President Donald J. Trump gutted USAID, as the agency was spending vast sums of taxpayer cash on woke projects across the globe.

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June 13, 2025
Immigration
News

ICE Arrests Surge: Rapists, Murderers, Pedophiles Targeted Amid Riots.

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❓What Happened: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in Los Angeles, California, resulted in over 300 arrests of illegal aliens, including people convicted of violent and sexual crimes.

👥 Who’s Involved: ICE enforcement teams, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officials, and migrants with criminal records.

📍 Where & When: Los Angeles, California; arrests conducted between June 9-12, 2025.

💬 Key Quote: “Murderers, pedophiles, and drug traffickers—these are the types of criminal illegal aliens that rioters are fighting to protect,” said DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin.

⚠️ Impact: The arrests highlight the Trump administration’s determination to enforce federal immigration laws amidst protests and riots opposing ICE arrests.

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Federal immigration authorities in Los Angeles, California, have arrested over 300 illegal aliens in a sweeping operation targeting individuals with serious criminal records. The arrests, carried out by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) between June 9 and June 12, included individuals convicted of crimes such as murder, child sexual abuse, and drug trafficking.

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin confirmed the details in a statement, emphasizing the severity of the crimes committed by those detained. “Murderers, pedophiles, and drug traffickers—these are the types of criminal illegal aliens that rioters are fighting to protect,” McLaughlin stated, referencing ongoing protests by migrants and leftist groups opposing ICE operations in the area.

Among those arrested were Gerardo Antonio-Palacios, a previously deported Mexican national with convictions for homicide and burglary; Mab Khleb, a Cambodian national convicted of lewd acts with a child and drug-related offenses; Sang Louangprasert, a Laotian national with prior convictions for child sexual abuse and domestic violence; and Antonio Benitez-Ugarte, a Mexican national with a conviction for drug trafficking.

ICE teams also apprehended additional suspects with pending charges, including a Mexican national in Baldwin Park accused of rape, assault with a deadly weapon, and causing great bodily injury.

McLaughlin criticized California’s leadership, questioning Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass for what she described as prioritizing criminal illegal aliens over the safety of their citizens. “How much longer will Governor Newsom and Mayor Karen Bass continue to prioritize these criminal illegal aliens over their own citizens?” she asked.

The operation underscores the federal government’s commitment to enforcing immigration laws despite far-left opposition. “Secretary [Kristi] Noem has a message to the LA rioters: you will not stop us or slow us down. ICE will continue to enforce the law and arrest criminal illegal aliens,” McLaughlin declared.

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