Saturday, January 27th, 2024

Happy Saturday! On this day in 1880, the U.S. Patent Office issued Thomas Edison a patent for his “electric-lamp.” It was a improvement on existing designs for lamps, and it propelled America into the era of electric light. (Original Patent Photo)

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Trump to Pay $83 Million

A federal jury has decided that former President Trump must pay E. Jean Carroll $83.3 million in damages.

Carroll says that Trump forced himself on her in 1996—a claim that he’s vehemently denied. A previous trial, which Trump did not attend, concluded that he was liable for sexual abuse and defamation.

Trump did attend the latest trial (which would determine how much he was liable for) and he had several run-ins with Judge Lewis A. Kaplan, who threatened Trump after he said “witch hunt” and “con job” within earshot of jurors.

At one point during yesterday’s proceedings, Trump walked out with the Secret Service in tow. After the ruling, he had this to say:

“Absolutely ridiculous! I fully disagree with both verdicts, and will be appealing this whole Biden Directed Witch Hunt focused on me and the Republican Party.”

Biden Sides with Environmentalists

President Biden has halted the permitting process of several proposed liquefied natural gas projects, and he cited environmental concerns as his motivation.

Environmentalists cheered the decision, while energy officials viewed it as a win for Russia and a loss for American allies and jobs.

Demand for U.S. natural gas exports has spiked in the European and Asian markets since war erupted in Ukraine, and U.S. officials are asking for time to study and evaluate the potential impact of future natural gas production.

President Biden said the pause in energy permitting was necessary because climate change is “the existential threat of our time.” The review is expected to take several months.

Native American Artifacts Removed

In response to new federal regulations, the American Museum of Natural History in NYC is removing two displays dedicated to Native American tribes from the Eastern Woodlands and the Great Plains.

Nearly 10,000 square feet of Native American exhibitions are now silent as staff and visitors are prohibited from visiting.

The new laws require permission from Native American tribes before displaying any “human remains, funerary objects, sacred objects, or objects of cultural patrimony,” and museums across America are rushing to empty or paper over their displays.

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➤ Twenty-four Republican governors issued a joint statement affirming their support of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s efforts to secure the U.S.-Mexico border. They believe President Biden has abdicated his constitutional duties to the states. (More)

➤ The White House conditionally offered to share unredacted Jan. 6 committee records with Republicans, but it will not issue copies of documents. The administration demanded investigators maintain the anonymity of witnesses and not release operational details. (More)

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MEAT WARNING – High Alert: Shocking Meat Shortages Are Coming. Prepare Now

The USDA predicts meat production shortages for the first time since 2014, and the U.N. warns of “an unprecedented global hunger crisis”.

Which means 2 dangerous things for you:

1. Higher prices at the grocery store
2. Less meat available

That’s why meat must be a vital part of your survival food stockpile.

But there is a catch.

Not all protein is created equal.

And this is so critical to understand, especially in a crisis.

See, your protein needs to meet 4 critical requirements…

Here’s the Top 4 Must-Know Critical Secrets To Prepare for the Coming Meat Shortage

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➤ Vince McMahon, former CEO and chairman of WWE wrestling, has been accused of sexual assault and trafficking by Janel Grant, a former employee. Grant was hired in 2019 and claims McMahon forced her into a sexual relationship. (More)

➤ Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews has been elevated from the injured reserve list and will play this Sunday when the Ravens face the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship game. (More)

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MEAT WARNING – High Alert: Shocking Meat Shortages Are Coming. Prepare Now

The USDA predicts meat production shortages for the first time since 2014, and the U.N. warns of “an unprecedented global hunger crisis”.

Which means 2 dangerous things for you:

1. Higher prices at the grocery store
2. Less meat available

That’s why meat must be a vital part of your survival food stockpile.

Here’s the Top 4 Must-Know Critical Secrets To Prepare for the Coming Meat Shortage

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