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Frost MELTS DOWN: Accuses Trump of ‘Ethnically Cleansing’ US

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Frost MELTS DOWN: Accuses Trump of ‘Ethnically Cleansing’ US
  • Rep. Maxwell Frost claims Trump is trying to “ethnically cleanse” America of certain immigrants during an MSNBC interview.
  • Frost compares a Florida detention center to an “internment camp,” saying he saw “people who looked exactly like me” in cages.
  • He alleges immigration enforcement targets Latinos and Haitians, not Europeans who overstay visas.

Representative Maxwell Frost (D-FL) turned up the drama Monday night on MSNBC’s “The Rachel Maddow Show,” accusing President Donald Trump of trying to “ethnically cleanse this country of certain types of immigrants.”

Frost recounted his visit to the Everglades detention center, painting a picture that sounds straight out of a Hollywood script. “When I went in and we were standing at that door looking at the cages, looking at the hundreds of men in there, I saw myself in those cages,” Frost said. “I saw people who were my age, people who looked exactly like me… I’m one of the only people that looks like me and that’s my age that is going to actually walk out of this place without being deported.”

The Florida Democrat doubled down, claiming, “They want more people behind bars. They want to incarcerate more people, and they want to ethnically cleanse this country of certain types of immigrants.” He even suggested enforcement is selective: “Because when I was in that internment camp in the Everglades, I didn’t see any Europeans who overstayed their visa. I saw nothing but Latino men and Haitian men.”

Here’s the reality: calling legal detention centers “internment camps” is peak political theater. America has immigration laws for a reason, and enforcing them isn’t “ethnic cleansing”—it’s protecting our borders. Maybe instead of fearmongering on cable news, Congress should focus on securing the border so fewer people end up in those detention centers in the first place.

A New Era for America’s Maritime Defenders: Trump Secures $25B for Coast Guard

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A New Era for America’s Maritime Defenders: Trump Secures $25B for Coast Guard
  • Historic Investment: Trump signs $25 billion bill—the largest in Coast Guard history—to modernize and expand the fleet ahead of its 235th birthday.
  • Stronger, Smarter, Safer: Funding adds 17 icebreakers, 21 cutters, 40+ helicopters, 6 C-130J aircraft, and major infrastructure upgrades for border security, drug interdiction, and search & rescue.
  • America’s Maritime Shield: Coast Guard praises Trump and Congress, calling the investment “a new era” for national security and global readiness.

The Center Square reports:

The “big beautiful bill” passed by Congress and signed into law by President Donald Trump allocates an historic nearly $25 billion to strengthen the U.S. Coast Guard. The largest single funding commitment in Coast Guard history comes ahead of its 235th birthday.

The Coast Guard was founded on Aug. 4, 1790, after President George Washington signed the Tariff Act into law authorizing the construction of 10 vessels to enforce federal tariff and trade laws. It first operated as the Treasury Department’s U.S. Revenue Cutter Service and was renamed in 1915. It currently operates under the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Coast Guard crew have been integral to maritime interdiction efforts under the Biden and Trump administrations, The Center Square reported. Last week, a single USCG helicopter crew rescued a record 165 people during the historic Hill Country, Texas, floods, The Center Square reported.

The nearly $25 billion investment strengthens every aspect of USCG operations to continue its role as the leading maritime drug interdiction and border security force.

Funding will enable the USCG to procure an estimated 17 new icebreakers, 21 new cutters, over 40 helicopters and six C-130J aircraft and modernize its shore infrastructure and maritime surveillance systems. It will also strengthen its ability to interdict maritime illegal border crossers and traffickers, strengthen search and rescue operations and enhance navigational safety and enable maritime trade, it says.

“This historic investment marks a new era for the Coast Guard,” Coast Guard Acting Commandant Adm. Kevin Lunday said. “It reflects the strong support of the American people and empowers us to restore our Service and prepare for the challenges of today and tomorrow. With this level of support, and the dedication of our Coast Guard men and women, there’s nothing we can’t accomplish. We are deeply grateful for this opportunity to build a stronger Coast Guard for the Nation.”

Key investments include:

$4.4 billion for shore infrastructure, training facilities and homeports;$4.3 billion for Polar Security Cutters, extending U.S. reach in the Arctic;$4.3 billion for nine new Offshore Patrol Cutters;$3.5 billion for three Arctic Security Cutters;$2.3 billion for more than 40 MH-60 helicopters;$2.2 billion for depot level maintenance to sustain readiness;$1.1 billion for six new HC-130J aircraft and simulators;$1 billion for Fast Response Cutters;$816 million for light and medium Icebreaking Cutters;$266 million for long-range unmanned aircraft systems;$170 million for maritime domain awareness, including next-generation sensors;$162 million for three Waterways Commerce Cutters.

The investment will support the USCG Force Design 2028 plan to modernize operations and bolster USCG capabilities.

The Coast Guard “extends its appreciation for the leadership” of Trump and his administration and members of Congress “for recognizing the strategic importance of a ready, modern and resilient Coast Guard.”

U.S. Coast Guard crew patrol more than 95,000 miles of shoreline, 25,000 miles of navigable rivers and 4.5 million square miles of U.S. exclusive economic zone. More than 55,000 members operate an interoperable fleet of more than 250 cutters, 200 fixed and rotary-wing aircraft, 1,600 boats and a dedicated cyber command.

“We save lives. We protect the environment. We defend the homeland. We enforce Federal laws on the high seas, the nation’s coastal waters and its inland waterways. We are unique in the Nation and the world,” the Coast Guard says.

Trump: ‘Patriots Heading to Ukraine—But EU Foots the Bill’

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Trump: ‘Patriots Heading to Ukraine—But EU Foots the Bill’

Trump Sends Patriots—On Europe’s Dime: U.S. will provide Ukraine with Patriot missiles, but the EU will foot the bill, not American taxpayers.

NATO Talks Ahead: Trump meets with NATO Secretary General Monday to discuss Ukraine aid and defense spending.

Calling Out Putin: Trump slams Russia for bombing Ukraine during peace talks, saying, “He talks nice, then bombs everybody in the evening.”

The Center Square reports:

The U.S. will send more Patriot missiles to Ukraine to help in its ongoing war with Russia but the European Union will pay for them, President Donald Trump said Sunday.

“I haven’t agreed on the number yet, but they’re going to have some. Because they do need protection,” Trump said. “But the European Union is paying for it. We’re not paying anything for it. But we will send it, and it’ll be good news for us, we will send them Patriots, which they desperately need.”

Trump plans to meet Monday with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to discuss the ongoing war and NATO’s roll in helping defend Ukraine.

“I’m going to have a meeting with the Secretary General coming in tomorrow,” Trump also said Sunday. “But we basically are going to send them various pieces of very sophisticated military. And they are going to pay us 100% for them. And that’s the way we want it.”

Trump criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin for continuing to bomb Ukraine despite ongoing peace negotiations.

Putin “talks nice, and then he bombs everybody in the evening,” Trump said. “It’s a little bit of a problem there. I don’t like it.”

Trump has been critical of NATO spending on defense but last month he said he got most of the 32 member nations to agree to increase their defense spending to 5% of GDP.

From WH to World Stage: Trump Delivers the Gold to Chelsea!

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From WH to World Stage: Trump Delivers the Gold to Chelsea!
  • President Trump Honors Champions: Trump personally delivered the FIFA Club World Cup trophy to Chelsea at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
  • On-Stage Celebration: The President congratulated Chelsea’s players, praising their determination and world-class performance.
  • Global Spotlight: The event underscored both Chelsea’s dominance in football and Trump’s presence on the world stage.

President Donald Trump made a surprise appearance at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, to deliver the FIFA Club World Cup trophy to Chelsea during their championship celebration.

The event took place as Chelsea lifted the trophy in front of thousands of fans, marking a historic moment for the Premier League giants. Trump walked onto the stage alongside team officials and handed the silverware to Chelsea’s captain, sparking cheers from the crowd.

After the presentation, Trump congratulated the players for their hard work and determination, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and excellence. “This is a great achievement,” Trump said, applauding the club’s success. He also posed for photos with the team before joining them in the celebration on stage.

The MetLife Stadium event drew significant attention, as Trump’s appearance underscored his ongoing engagement in major cultural and sporting moments. While he has frequently highlighted American excellence on the world stage, Sunday’s event showed his willingness to celebrate global achievements as well.

Chelsea’s Club World Cup victory follows their triumph in the UEFA Champions League, cementing their position as one of the world’s elite clubs. The tournament win earned Chelsea the title of the best club in world football, and the team celebrated in style—with a former U.S. president delivering the ultimate prize.

Brace Yourselves, Elites—Ghislaine’s Ready to Spill It All!

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Brace Yourselves, Elites—Ghislaine’s Ready to Spill It All!

She’s behind bars, but apparently not out of moves. Ghislaine Maxwell just dropped a bombshell: she’s ready to testify before Congress and expose the truth about Jeffrey Epstein’s elite network—under oath.

Maxwell says she’s got the receipts. She claims she knows who flew, who stayed, and what they did. Translation? A whole lot of powerful people should probably be sweating right now.

In her own words, Maxwell says she would “welcome” the chance to tell the American people what really happened. And honestly, that sounds great—but let’s get real. Will they ever let her speak? Or will we see another “suicide” headline before she makes it to the witness chair?

Remember, Maxwell is the only person who’s ever gone to jail for Epstein’s crimes. Not one client, not one big-name billionaire, not one swamp creature has faced justice. Strange, right? Almost like the system’s protecting somebody…

So, what happens next? Will Congress give her a mic—or will she mysteriously vanish before the truth comes out? If Maxwell delivers on this promise, the names on that list could shake the foundations of politics, media, and Hollywood.

Your move, Washington.

Trump Defends Bondi: ‘We Have a PERFECT Administration’

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Trump Defends Bondi: ‘We Have a PERFECT Administration’
  • Trump Stands by Bondi: Calls her “FANTASTIC” and says he doesn’t “like what’s happening” with attacks against her.
  • Blasts Epstein Focus: Slams critics for “playing into the Left’s hands,” calling Epstein files a political weapon like the “FAKE Hillary Clinton/Christopher Steele Dossier.”
  • Refocus on Priorities: Urges DOJ to target voter fraud, corruption, and the “Rigged and Stolen” 2020 election instead of “wasting time” on Epstein.

President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to defend Attorney General Pam Bondi, slamming critics and warning against what he calls a distraction orchestrated by political opponents.

“What’s going on with my ‘boys’ and, in some cases, ‘gals?’ They’re all going after Attorney General Pam Bondi, who is doing a FANTASTIC JOB! We’re on one Team, MAGA, and I don’t like what’s happening,” Trump began.

The former president praised his administration’s record and accused “selfish people” of fueling unnecessary controversy. “We have a PERFECT Administration, THE TALK OF THE WORLD, and ‘selfish people’ are trying to hurt it, all over a guy who never dies, Jeffrey Epstein. For years, it’s Epstein, over and over again,” Trump said.

He claimed the Epstein files were politically weaponized by the Left: “They created the Epstein Files, just like they created the FAKE Hillary Clinton/Christopher Steele Dossier that they used on me, and now my so-called ‘friends’ are playing right into their hands.”

Trump urged focus on core priorities like border security, election integrity, and economic growth. “LET PAM BONDI DO HER JOB — SHE’S GREAT! The 2020 Election was Rigged and Stolen, and they tried to do the same thing in 2024 — That’s what she is looking into as AG, and much more,” he wrote.

Trump closed by warning against wasting time on Epstein: “Let’s keep it that way, and not waste Time and Energy on Jeffrey Epstein, somebody that nobody cares about.”

White House Rift: Patel, Bongino at Odds with Bondi on Epstein Transparency

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White House Rift: Patel, Bongino at Odds with Bondi on Epstein Transparency
  • DOJ Drama Explodes: FBI Director Kash Patel and Deputy Dan Bongino may quit over clashes with AG Pam Bondi.
  • Epstein Files at Center: Tensions boil after Bondi refuses to release key documents, sparking a heated White House meeting.
  • Ultimatum Issued: Sources say Bongino is “out of control furious” and threatening to resign unless Bondi is fired.

FBI Director Kash Patel is reportedly considering resigning amid growing tensions with Attorney General Pam Bondi, according to The Daily Wire. The rift comes as multiple reports suggest FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino is also weighing his resignation over the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case.

“Source close to DOJ says Kash Patel also wants Pam Bondi gone, and that he’d consider leaving if Bongino leaves. Also that there are more frustrations with other documents Bondi hasn’t released,” reported the Daily Wire’s @MaryMargOlohan.

The controversy escalated after an alleged “clash” between Bongino and Bondi earlier this week inside the White House. According to NBC News, Bongino is “out of control furious” and is threatening to quit unless Bondi is fired. “This destroyed his career. He’s threatening to quit & torch Pam unless she’s fired,” a source told the outlet.

The dispute centers on the DOJ’s decision not to release certain Epstein-related files, which has sparked outrage among investigators. During a Wednesday meeting with Bondi and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, Patel and Bongino were questioned about reports that they were dissatisfied with the move. “The meeting then got pretty heated,” a source told NBC.

NBC also reported that “Patel and Bongino have been increasingly frustrated with Bondi over a variety of issues, not just the Epstein files.”

Despite the turmoil, President Trump reportedly “has not lost confidence in anyone involved.”

Trump Urges Powell to Resign, Criticizes Fed Over Economic Policy

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Trump Urges Powell to Resign, Criticizes Fed Over Economic Policy
  • Trump Slams Powell: Calls the Fed Chair “very bad for the country” and says it would “be a great thing” if he stepped down.
  • Interest Rate Clash: Trump argues the U.S. should have the lowest rates in the world, blames Powell for costly delays, and labels him “too late.”
  • $2.5B Fed Renovation: Trump questions Powell’s \$2.5 billion building project amid ongoing disputes over economic policy.

President Donald Trump took aim at Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Sunday, saying it would “be a great thing” for the U.S. if Powell stepped down, adding, “he’s very bad for the country.”

Trump has repeatedly expressed frustration with Powell—whom he appointed in 2017—accusing him of failing to cut interest rates aggressively enough to boost economic growth.

While speaking to reporters, Trump was asked about a proposed bill eliminating capital gains taxes on home sales, designed to help long-term homeowners who cannot afford hefty tax bills when selling their property. Trump called the measure “a great incentive for a lot of people” who need extra cash.

The conversation then turned to Powell. When asked if Powell stepping down could further stimulate home sales, Trump didn’t hesitate. “Well, I think if Jerome Powell stepped down, it would be a great thing. I don’t know that he’s going to, but he should,”Trump said. “Jerome Powell has been very bad for our country. We should have the lowest interest rate on Earth, and we don’t. He just refuses to do it.”

Trump also criticized the Fed’s $2.5 billion renovation project, questioning Powell’s judgment. “I don’t know what he knows about building, but you talk about cost overrun,” Trump said, noting the plan began during the Biden administration.

Speaking on the economy, Trump insisted inflation is under control and foreign investment is flowing into the U.S. He argued that the Fed has repeatedly miscalculated economic trends.

“I can tell you, I don’t need 5,000 people working for me behind the scenes like Jerome Powell, to tell him what he should say once a month, because they got it wrong. The Fed got it wrong,” he said. “I call him ‘too late.’ He’s always late.”

Trump estimated that “every point costs us $360 billion,” claiming rates should be three points lower, saving nearly a trillion dollars.
“We’ll see what happens,” he added.

When a reporter suggested Powell might resign, Trump replied:
“I mean, you’re telling me he’s going to quit. I hope he quits. I don’t know if he’s gonna quit, but he should because he’s been very bad for the country.”

The Fed’s renovation cost jumped from an estimated $1.9 billion in 2019 to nearly $2.5 billion due to rising material costs, according to budget documents cited by The Wall Street Journal. Federal law gives the Fed authority over its own facilities and funding, which comes from its operations—not taxpayer dollars.

Tax-Free Home Sales? MTG’s Plan Could Make It Happen

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Tax-Free Home Sales? MTG’s Plan Could Make It Happen
  • No More Tax on Primary Home Sales: MTG’s new bill would eliminate federal capital gains tax when selling your primary residence.
  • Boost for Sellers & Inventory: Greene says the bill would free up housing supply and unlock equity, especially for long-time owners and seniors.
  • Big Price Tag for Uncle Sam: If passed, the bill could cost billions in lost revenue—on top of $3.3T already projected from GOP tax cuts.

The Center Square reports:

Real estate owners looking to sell their homes in the future may be able to avoid paying the federal capital gains tax if newly-introduced legislation passes.

The No Tax on Home Sales Act, introduced Thursday by U.S. Rep. Majorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., would eliminate the federal capital gains tax on home sales if the home is the seller’s primary residence. This caveat would ensure that house flippers or real estate investors would not take advantage of the change.

Currently, if homeowners sell their property for more than they originally paid for it, the difference is called a capital gain. The federal government will usually tax the gain, depending on the home seller’s income, gain amount, and how long the home was owned. The capital gains tax falls into 0%, 15%, and 20% brackets.

Greene said her bill, by removing what amounts to a tax penalty on home selling, would increase housing market fluidity as well as housing inventory.

“Families who work hard, build equity, and sell their homes should not be punished with massive tax bills,” Greene said in a statement. “The capital gains tax on home sales is an outdated, unfair burden – especially in today’s housing market, where values have skyrocketed.”

The Internal Revenue Service does allow some homeowners to exclude gains up to $250,000 for qualifying single filers and $500,000 for joint filers. But that rule has not been updated since 1997, and housing prices have risen 119% since then, subjecting more and more Americans to a tax originally meant for the wealthy.

“Homeowners who have lived in their homes for decades, especially seniors in places where values have surged, shouldn’t be forced to stay put because of an IRS penalty,” Greene added. “My bill unlocks that equity, helps fix the housing shortage, and supports long-term financial security for American families.”

If the bill passes, the federal government would see a significant decrease in revenue. While the number of capital gains tax filers fluctuates from year to year, 26 million tax returns included some capital gains in 2019, amounting to billions of dollars in taxes.

The federal government is already set to lose at least $3.3 trillion in projected tax dollars over the next 10 years due to the passage of Republicans’ “big, beautiful bill,” which makes the bulk of the 2017 tax cuts permanent.

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