October Surprise 2016 - octobersurprise2016.org https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html October Surprise 2016 – Video Review: My Hypothesis: The FBI’s Trump – Russia investigations, including its code name, the “Crossfire Hurricane” was introduced by the Mossad mole, or more likely, moles, within the FBI upper echelons as the cover for their own operation. Who were they? Kash Patel: It  should not be that difficult to figure it out.  @hyepatriarch @SouthCaucasus The point about the Serj-Koch personal conflict was very interesting. I was always curious why the opposition didn’t coalesce? Also thought you made two interesting points: the +11 support for Pash is from a mosaic of camps, and there’s increasing « social proof » for Pash Canary files S-1 for PEPE ETF as memecoin funds expand beyond DOGE Trump decided to make a disastrous, Israel First war on Iran the defining issue of his presidency. Have Democrats considered whether an Israel Firster who voted against Obama’s Iran nuclear deal is a suitable opposition leader at this pivotal moment? 36 Hours of Chaos: The Scramble for a Cease-Fire in Iran Newspaper headlines: ‘Fragile ceasefire at risk’ and ‘Putin mocks Starmer’ NEW: Russia maintains expansive territorial goals in Ukraine beyond demands for Ukraine’s withdrawal from Donetsk Oblast. Other Key Takeaways: Ukrainian technological adaptations and drone innovations continue to grant Ukraine tactical and operational leverage as Russian forces suffer from high casualties. The Kremlin continues to engage in a coordinated information effort designed to elevate nuclear escalation rhetoric, likely in an attempt to drive a wedge between the United States and the European Union. The Kremlin may be leveraging its “Time of Heroes” program to replace the Belgorod Oblast governor with a veteran of the war in Ukraine as part of a wider effort to staff government posit 2/ Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, April 8, 2026: https://isw.pub/UkrWar040826 National security experts are raising the alarm about potential loopholes in the immigration vetting process as concerns over terroristic threats in the country gain traction. MORE: https://www.newsnationnow.com/us-news/immigration/migrant-vetting-terrorism-concerns/ Brooklyn-based para athlete overcomes tragedy, homelessness to fight for gold U.S. President Donald J. Trump met with NATO General Secretary Mark Rutte today. Just earlier, President Trump posted on his Truth Social app, lambasting NATO, saying that “NATO wasn’t there when we needed them, and they won’t be there if we need them again.” Fewer in US, Canada say it’s a good time to find a job: Gallup https://thehill.com/business/5822902-us-canada-job-market-2025/ Firefighter explains cause of East Village church fire US military says it’s ready to resume Iran fighting if diplomacy fails http://reut.rs/4tteyJI http://reut.rs/4tteyJI Following the meeting at the White House today between NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and U.S. President Donald J. Trump, NATO Spokesperson Allison Hart released a statement, saying that the two decision-makers spoke about a range of issues related to the transatlantic defense alliance and that Secretary General Rutte stressed the importance of member states continuing to contribute to a strong alliance. However, President Trump was extremely critical of the defense alliance following the meeting in a post on his Truth Social app (covered in our previous post). Some Americans say they’re refusing to pay federal taxes in protest against Trump AI will reshape 50-55% of U.S. jobs in next 3 years, analysis finds Nearly six years ago, a devastating five-alarm fire destroyed the historic Middle Collegiate Church in Manhattan’s East Village. Lt. Bryan Mathiau of the Manchester Fire Department breaks down how heavy timber construction contributed to the blaze and challenged firefighters on Dec. 5, 2020. Watch episode 4 of “American Inferno”: https://tinyurl.com/54wkcnx5 Social media trend shows people turning to AI chatbots to answer medical questions Mad Money 04/08/26 8PM ET 04/08/2026 Newscast Stocks rally and oil prices drop following ceasefire announcement Two-year-old boy celebrates being cancer free with help from a plane full of passengers George Clooney Slams Trump White House After Acting Ability Criticism Video shows driver assaulting MTA bus driver after collision First Alert Weather: Clear and cold Wednesday night in New York ⚡️Trump meets NATO chief as US mulls withdrawal from alliance. “This was a meeting between friends,” Rutte said after the meeting. Trump is reportedly weighing a proposal to pull U.S. troops out of NATO states that did not support Iran war. https://kyivindependenm/trump-meets-nato-chief-as-us-mulls-wihtdrawal-from-alliance/ Video shows moments train clips school bus full of kids Stock market rebounds, oil prices drop following ceasefire Husband of missing American woman in Bahamas speaks out Dog returned to Clifton, N.J., family after being taken off porch Is Strait of Hormuz Open Again? Maybe, but Few Ships Are Using It. Leavitt Asked What Trump’s Vow To End Iranian Civilization Meant: ‘What Was Your Understanding?’ Gilgo Beach serial killer makes stunning courtroom admission Gilgo Beach serial killer pleads guilty to murders Vice President Vance blames ‘legitimate misunderstanding’ for dispute over whether Lebanon included in ceasefire https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5822826-vance-ceasefire-misunderstanding-iran/ JD Vance Asked: Did Iranians Specifically Request You To Join Ceasefire Negotiations? Courtney Williams, a U.S. Army veteran and former U.S. government civilian employee working with the U.S. Army’s ‘Delta Force’ under U.S. Special Operations Command, was arrested and charged with 1 count of “communicating and transmitting information related to the national defense classified as SECRET//NOFORN [No Foreign Dissemination]” to journalist Seth Harp from 2022 to 2025. The information Williams provided was used by Harp in an article and subsequent book. Elon Musk’s SpaceX prepares for public offering https://thehill.com/policy/technology/5823063-spacex-ipo-public-valuation/ Vigil in NYC marks 1 year since deadly roof collapse at Dominican nightclub Leavitt: Iran Was Building Military Up To ‘Hold The Entire World Hostage To Its Terrorist Ambitions’ Dry weather and wind set up tough conditions for Masters http://reut.rs/4sggrs1 http://reut.rs/4sggrs1 ‘It Matters What I Can Prove’: Reporter Presses DA After Gilgo Beach Suspect Enters Guilty Plea LIVE: Police pursuit standoff in Southern California Details on Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann’s guilty plea US ignoring evidence Russia is helping Iran because it trusts Putin, says Zelenskyy CIA deployed secret “Ghost Murmur” technology system to rescue downed US pilot in Iran On the latest episode of the Potomac Watch podcast, @KimStrassel says that the Iran war has reestablished American deterrence, that keeps the world safer. https://on.wsj.com/4ccEpOR The woman who admitted to selling the ketamine that killed actor Matthew Perry was sentenced to 15 years in prison. Jasveen Sangha pled guilty to working with a dealer to provide the “Friends” actor with dozens of vials of ketamine, including the dose that led to his fatal overdose in October 2023. More: https://tinyurl.com/3hrkp9th @BrianEntin Posts – octobersurprise2016.org