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Will Schumer REFUSE to Try Mayorkas, plus the Media Turns on Biden

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Event Summary (WATCH: PRESIDENT TRUMP PRESS CON HERE)

The U.S. military executed a highly complex and precise operation in Caracas, Venezuela, to apprehend Maduro.
The mission involved over 150 aircraft, advanced coordination across multiple military branches, and cyber and space operations.
The operation was completed without any American casualties, which is emphasized as a major success.


Geopolitical Context
Venezuela’s significance stems from its vast oil reserves (largest in the world) and strategic location near the U.S.
Maduro’s regime is portrayed as illegitimate, corrupt, and deeply involved in drug trafficking and alliances with U.S. adversaries (Russia, China, Iran, Hezbollah).
The discussion highlights Venezuela’s decline from being one of the wealthiest nations in the 1950s to a failed state under socialist rule.


Legal Justifications
President Trump acted within his constitutional authority under Article II as Commander-in-Chief.
References are made to historical precedents, notably the 1990 capture of Manuel Noriega in Panama.
The legal basis includes:

FBI’s extraterritorial arrest authority.
Precedents like the Ker-Frisbie doctrine and United States v. Alvarez-Machain.
DOJ opinions (including one by Bill Barr) affirming presidential power to authorize such actions.
Anticipated legal challenges include head-of-state immunity and UN Charter arguments.


Future Implications (WATCH HERE: Is Cuba Ready to Fall?)

There will be geopolitical ripple effects in Latin America, especially Cuba and Colombia.
Avoiding prolonged U.S. military occupation in Venezuela is key
Discussion of possible democratic elections and leadership changes in Venezuela.

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<ul>
<li>
Event Summary <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEU01Pvvwh4">(WATCH: PRESIDENT TRUMP PRESS CON HERE)</a> 
<ul>
<li>The U.S. military executed a highly complex and precise operation in Caracas, Venezuela, to apprehend Maduro.</li>
<li>The mission involved over 150 aircraft, advanced coordination across multiple military branches, and cyber and space operations.</li>
<li>The operation was completed without any American casualties, which is emphasized as a major success.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Geopolitical Context
<ul>
<li>Venezuela&rsquo;s significance stems from its vast oil reserves (largest in the world) and strategic location near the U.S.</li>
<li>Maduro&rsquo;s regime is portrayed as illegitimate, corrupt, and deeply involved in drug trafficking and alliances with U.S. adversaries (Russia, China, Iran, Hezbollah).</li>
<li>The discussion highlights Venezuela&rsquo;s decline from being one of the wealthiest nations in the 1950s to a failed state under socialist rule.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Legal Justifications
<ul>
<li>President Trump acted within his constitutional authority under Article II as Commander-in-Chief.</li>
<li>References are made to historical precedents, notably the 1990 capture of Manuel Noriega in Panama.</li>
<li>The legal basis includes:
<ul>
<li>FBI&rsquo;s extraterritorial arrest authority.</li>
<li>Precedents like the Ker-Frisbie doctrine and United States v. Alvarez-Machain.</li>
<li>DOJ opinions (including one by Bill Barr) affirming presidential power to authorize such actions.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Anticipated legal challenges include head-of-state immunity and UN Charter arguments.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Future Implications <a href="https://www.foxnews.com/world/trump-says-cuba-ready-fall-after-capture-venezuelas-maduro">(WATCH HERE: Is Cuba Ready to Fall?)</a> 
<ul>
<li>There will be geopolitical ripple effects in Latin America, especially Cuba and Colombia.</li>
<li>Avoiding prolonged U.S. military occupation in Venezuela is key</li>
<li>Discussion of possible democratic elections and leadership changes in Venezuela.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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Maduro Arrested-Why Trump Ordered this Historic Attack & the Detailed Legal Basis for his Authority to Do So

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Daycare & Autism Centers Fraud
Numerous daycare centers and autism facilities have received millions in state funding but have no children enrolled.
Example: A daycare shut down for violations reopened under a new name and continued receiving funds.


Home Healthcare Fraud
A single building allegedly housed 14 Somali-owned healthcare companies, all billing the state for services that were never provided.
FBI raids and investigations are mentioned as evidence of the scale of fraud.


Political Corruption
Minnesota politicians, including Governor Tim Walz and other Minneapolis officials, have enabled fraud for political gain.
Funds were used to buy votes and maintain power, particularly by appealing to immigrant communities.


Financial Impact
Minnesota swung from an $18 billion surplus to a $6 billion deficit in two years, attributing much of this to fraud.
Estimates fraud in Minnesota alone exceeds $9 billion, with nationwide entitlement fraud possibly

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<ul>
<li>
Daycare &amp; Autism Centers Fraud
<ul>
<li>Numerous daycare centers and autism facilities have received millions in state funding but have no children enrolled.</li>
<li>Example: A daycare shut down for violations reopened under a new name and continued receiving funds.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Home Healthcare Fraud
<ul>
<li>A single building allegedly housed 14 Somali-owned healthcare companies, all billing the state for services that were never provided.</li>
<li>FBI raids and investigations are mentioned as evidence of the scale of fraud.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Political Corruption
<ul>
<li>Minnesota politicians, including Governor Tim Walz and other Minneapolis officials, have enabled fraud for political gain.</li>
<li>Funds were used to buy votes and maintain power, particularly by appealing to immigrant communities.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Financial Impact
<ul>
<li>Minnesota swung from an $18 billion surplus to a $6 billion deficit in two years, attributing much of this to fraud.</li>
<li>Estimates fraud in Minnesota alone exceeds $9 billion, with nationwide entitlement fraud possibly</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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Fake Autism Centers in Fraudesota, Elon Musk's Warning & Will we See Jail Time for High Lvl Officials Week In Review

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Government Waste and Reform
Musk discusses shocking inefficiencies in the U.S. federal government, such as:

Excessive software licenses and media subscriptions (often double the number of employees).
Duplicate credit cards and unexplained payments.
Fraudulent NGO funding (e.g., billions allegedly misused).
He emphasizes that the government is essentially run by computers and that reform requires direct access to payment systems and databases.


DOGE Initiative
A program Musk is involved in aimed at cutting waste and fraud.
Targeting fraudulent entitlement payments and political corruption.


Political Commentary
Musk reflects on his shift from being celebrated by the political left (due to Tesla and SpaceX) to being vilified, attributing it to his efforts to expose waste and fraud.
Mentions death threats and organized attacks against Tesla infrastructure, allegedly funded by left-wing organizations.


AI and Robotics
Predicts that within 10 years, AI will surpass human cognitive abilities.
Foresees billions of humanoid robots and near-total automation of transportation.
Warns of a 10% chance of AI-driven catastrophic scenarios within a decade.


Space Exploration
Discusses plans for Mars colonization:

First human landing by 2029 (best case).
Goal: a self-sustaining city on Mars within 20 years.
Challenges: recreating Earth’s industrial base on Mars.
Shares personal motivation rooted in expanding human consciousness and ensuring civilization’s survival.


Personal Insights
Talks about his work ethic (averages 6 hours of sleep, works almost constantly).
Early struggles: living in an office, showering at YMCA during his first startup.
Views on intellectual property: “Patents are for the weak”—prefers open innovation.


Cultural References
Lighthearted discussion about Star Wars vs. Star Trek, movies, and pop culture.
Mentions his first video game (Blastar) and lifelong fascination with space.

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<ul>
<li>
Government Waste and Reform
<ul>
<li>Musk discusses shocking inefficiencies in the U.S. federal government, such as:
<ul>
<li>Excessive software licenses and media subscriptions (often double the number of employees).</li>
<li>Duplicate credit cards and unexplained payments.</li>
<li>Fraudulent NGO funding (e.g., billions allegedly misused).</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>He emphasizes that the government is essentially run by computers and that reform requires direct access to payment systems and databases.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
DOGE Initiative
<ul>
<li>A program Musk is involved in aimed at cutting waste and fraud.</li>
<li>Targeting fraudulent entitlement payments and political corruption.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Political Commentary
<ul>
<li>Musk reflects on his shift from being celebrated by the political left (due to Tesla and SpaceX) to being vilified, attributing it to his efforts to expose waste and fraud.</li>
<li>Mentions death threats and organized attacks against Tesla infrastructure, allegedly funded by left-wing organizations.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
AI and Robotics
<ul>
<li>Predicts that within 10 years, AI will surpass human cognitive abilities.</li>
<li>Foresees billions of humanoid robots and near-total automation of transportation.</li>
<li>Warns of a 10% chance of AI-driven catastrophic scenarios within a decade.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Space Exploration
<ul>
<li>Discusses plans for Mars colonization:
<ul>
<li>First human landing by 2029 (best case).</li>
<li>Goal: a self-sustaining city on Mars within 20 years.</li>
<li>Challenges: recreating Earth&rsquo;s industrial base on Mars.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Shares personal motivation rooted in expanding human consciousness and ensuring civilization&rsquo;s survival.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Personal Insights
<ul>
<li>Talks about his work ethic (averages 6 hours of sleep, works almost constantly).</li>
<li>Early struggles: living in an office, showering at YMCA during his first startup.</li>
<li>Views on intellectual property: &ldquo;Patents are for the weak&rdquo;&mdash;prefers open innovation.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Cultural References
<ul>
<li>Lighthearted discussion about Star Wars vs. Star Trek, movies, and pop culture.</li>
<li>Mentions his first video game (Blastar) and lifelong fascination with space.</li>
</ul>
</li>
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