October Surprise 2016 - octobersurprise2016.org https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Utility worker’s Senate testimony not protected by labor law, US court rules http://reut.rs/4ukqCxm http://reut.rs/4ukqCxm The recent scandal over the Federal Judicial Center’s scientific manual for federal judges is now coming under scrutiny from Republicans on the House Judiciary Committee. Republicans swipe at Democrats applauding King Charles after ‘No Kings’ protests Exclusive: EDF delays decision on Edison stake sale as Middle East conflict disrupts LNG supply, sources say Middle East war live: Trump says Iran has been ‘militarily defeated’ at state dinner Acid Attack in Indonesia Evokes Brutality of Suharto Era President Gifted Bell From ‘HMS Trump’ By King Charles III RIGHT NOW in 1975, the American radio station in Saigon begins broadcasting Bing Crosby’s “White Christmas.” The song is the pre-arranged signal for all U.S. personnel to assemble for the final evacuation of South Vietnam. Political commentator @briantylercohen and Turning Point USA’s @tylerbowyer join “CUOMO” to break down backlash over Jimmy Kimmel’s remarks on President Trump and Melania Trump. The FCC is now weighing a review of Disney’s ABC station licenses. @ChrisCuomo MORE: https://tinyurl.com/mr45252w If the U.A.E. exit is a portent, the OPEC cartel may eventually break up on its own under the weight of competition. https://on.wsj.com/4ukfqRp The political left lambastes the Supreme Court for ruling on its emergency docket. But the Justices might not have to step in so often if lower courts didn’t keep overstepping their legal writ. ⚡️Russia preparing to recruit thousands of foreign fighters in 2026 — new intelligence reveals scope. https://kyivindependenm/russia-preparing-to-recruit-thousands-of-foreign-fighters-in-2026-intelligence-reports-reveals/ Bengal: In TMC, BJP’s Kolkata Showdown, CM Mamata Needs Rahul Gandhi, Left To Fire? Elections 2026 MORE: This agreement satisfies Vahidi and his inner circle because it refuses to discuss the nuclear issue up front, and it demands nearly all of Iran’s key demands, like a permanent and guaranteed end to the war and sovereignty over the Strait. Officials in Tehran, likely Vahidi… pic. On the latest episode of All Things with @KimStrassel, @DanaPerino says Donald Trump’s appearance at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner could have been off the record for security purposes. https://on.wsj.com/4vYfI1Q Is anything a political scandal anymore? In this week’s Future View column, students discuss how the threshold for public disgrace has changed. https://on.wsj.com/48t9vAU Trump administration challenges ABC station licenses amid Kimmel controversy President Trump toasts King Charles III & Queen Camilla at state dinner NPR News: 04-28-2026 9PM EDT US agents raid 22 Minnesota sites in social-welfare fraud probe http://reut.rs/4t7bJgB http://reut.rs/4t7bJgB Ford Foundation’s Atrium Garden offers secret oasis in Midtown Manhattan U.S. President Donald J. Trump offers a toast to “250 years of American freedom” and to the UK’s King Charles III during the White House State Dinner tonight. pic. Comey responds to indictment: ‘This is not who we are as a country’ https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5854125-comeys-response-to-indictment/ RT by @JuliaDavisNews: WASHINGTON, April 28 (Reuters) – President Donald Trump’s approval rating sank to the lowest level of his current term, as Americans increasingly soured on his handling of the cost ‌of living and an unpopular war with Iran, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll. Hot air balloon crashes into California casino amid fierce winds It takes more than an open checkbook to secure strategic advantages. Leadership is also needed, as a look at four different aspects of the Reagan defense buildup makes clear, write John Lehman and Anand Toprani @MeidasTouch too bad @Comey gave Trump an October surprise in 2016 that helped him immensely 😕🙁 A Joby aircraft departs from JFK Airport in New York and lands at the city’s existing heliport network as the air taxi company begins trials of point-to-point flights https://reut.rs/4ubbjqv U.S. lawmakers take on AI chatbots, fraud in new bills Trump berated CBS for quoting a ‘manifesto,’ touching on unsettled debate The US Justice Department brought criminal charges against James Comey for a second time, accusing the former FBI director of threatening President Trump with a social media post pic. #Mossad #Israel #OrthodoxJews #Mossad #Israel #OrthodoxJews #Mossad #Israel #OrthodoxJews House Republicans tee up vote on spy powers as some in GOP vow to oppose bill https://thehill.com/homenews/house/5852133-fisa-702-spy-powers-vote/ it took a year to indict Comey for 8647 because he helped Trump get elected in 2016 with his non indicted indictment of Hillary during the October surprise presser. Dee OJ had to study the seashells on the seashore to make sure they not illegally from the seychelles Chilean wine producers are turning to experiential tourism, sustainable farming and social media campaigns to court a younger generation less interested in alcohol consumption than their elders pic. RT by @JuliaDavisNews: OK Is it just me… or is anybody else freaking out over the weather report at 6:47 mark deserves a gold medal for dragging this sabre rattling out into the light of day The real social-justice outrage isn’t our drug laws but the failure of the criminal justice system to protect law-abiding black people in dangerous communities who are the most common victims of violent predators, writes @jasonrileywsj FDA’s Makary expects decision on Prasad successor in coming weeks Whoops. Police‑involved death of Marcus Burks ruled homicide, family and attorney say Markwayne Mullin calls out Walz over Minnesota raids: ‘You have zero credibility on this issue’ https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5853937-walz-mullin-fraud-clash/ Trump’s Face To Be Put On U.S. Passports 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.  Senate Republican: Powell should leave Fed, ‘cash in’ https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5853785-senate-republican-powell-should-leave-fed-cash-in/ Acting US Ambassador to Ukraine to Step Down in June You’re looking at footage taken from a camera strapped to the chest of 101st Airborne pathfinder Capt. Frank Lillyman during a training jump in March 1944. The 29-year-old would later go on to be the first American paratrooper to land in France on D-Day. British lawmakers voted against launching an inquiry into whether Prime Minister Keir Starmer misled parliament in statements about his decision to appoint Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the United States pic. Posts – octobersurprise2016.org