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MICHELE STEEB: Gov. Newsom’s Broken Promise On Homelessness
By Senior Fellow for the Texas Public Policy Foundation Michele Steeb, via Daily Caller News Foundation Standing on an Oakland street flanked by legislative allies, California Gov. Gavin Newsom made a sweeping promise in 2021: California would eliminate family homelessness within five years. Backed by an unprecedented $75 billion budget surplus and $27 billion in federal stimulus, his administration committed $12 billion to the crisis, including $3.5 billion for housing units and rental subsidies. His strategy? Double down on Housing First—a one-size-fits-all policy California adopted in 2016 after the federal government’s 2013 embrace of it. Housing First promises permanent, taxpayer-funded housing with no expectations—no sobriety, no treatment, no work, ever. Somehow, the governor missed the glaring reality that under Housing First, homelessness in California exploded by 34%, and unsheltered homelessness by 47% between 2017-2021. Fast forward to 2025, and the devastation is even clearer. Family homelessness has surged 22%, and the number of homeless students has jumped 9% in just the last year. Spiraling Crisis Far from improving, the crisis facing California’s homeless families is spiraling further out of control. In 2021, I warned the Newsom Administration that its plan to end family homelessness was deeply flawed. Having spent 13 years leading Saint John’s Program for Real Change—Northern California’s largest residential program for homeless women and children—I knew firsthand that housing alone does not heal trauma, break addiction, or rebuild lives. Housing First’s failure as a one-size-fits-all approach to homelessness is undeniable. Yet Newsom continues to ignore the overwhelming evidence of failure, dismisses calls for reform, and deflects blame onto local governments while the crisis that has metastasized at his helm threatens an entire generation. Housing First Is A Myth Meanwhile, the bleak numbers behind Housing First tell only part of the story. The real devastation is written in broken lives and stolen futures. At Saint John’s, 78% of the women we served battled addiction, 70% endured domestic violence or mental illness, and half never completed high school. Nearly all carried deep, unhealed childhood trauma, reflected in staggering Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) scores. Many also struggled with anosognosia—a profound lack of self-awareness—leaving them unable to recognize the depth of their own struggles. Yet, under Governor Newsom’s Housing First mandate, these moms are handed nothing but a set of keys. Services to treat their addiction, trauma, and mental illness are optional, if available at all. It’s the policy equivalent of tossing a drowning person a life preserver riddled with holes, then walking away as they slip beneath the surface. (RELATED: California Dems Blame Wildfires On Trump After Their Party Created Tinderbox Of Regs) The result is a heartbreaking surge in homeless families and children whose safety, education, and futures are sacrificed to protect a failed political ideology instead of advancing real solutions. Newsom’s homelessness legacy has long roots and wide consequences. As San Francisco mayor, his “Care Not Cash” program spent $1.5 billion with no lasting reduction in homelessness. A 2021 state audit slammed California’s homelessness response as “uncoordinated,” and a 2024 report revealed the state spent $24 billion over five years with no consistent tracking of outcomes. This is not leadership. It is negligence. Homeless families deserve a real chance at stability. Taxpayers deserve accountability. California must stop clinging to a failed Housing First ideology and embrace a Human First approach that addresses the three core deficits driving and entrenching homelessness: lack of a support network, lack of income, and unaddressed trauma and addiction. (RELATED: Newsom Attacks Republicans On Violent Crime — Data Tell Different Story) For the vast majority struggling with homelessness, lasting change requires more than a roof. It demands active engagement—job training, mental health care, addiction recovery, financial literacy, and the rebuilding of positive community connections. True stability comes from participation, not passivity; from helping people heal and grow, not simply handing them keys and hoping for the best. Because in the end, the goal must be to help people thrive, not just survive. The soaring 22% increase in family homelessness is more than a policy failure. It is a moral failure. Every child left unsheltered, every student forced to do homework from the back seat of a car, represents not only a personal tragedy, but a deepening wound in California’s future. Protecting and prioritizing these children—ensuring they have safety, stability, and the tools to succeed—is not just a political choice. It is a moral imperative. If California fails to act, today’s crisis will grow into tomorrow’s catastrophe, one that will cost the state far more than any investment in prevention ever would. (RELATED: Los Angeles Burns (Again); Is The Golden State Turning Into An Open Air Prison Camp?) With its vast wealth and culture of innovation, California should be leading this charge. But under Gov. Newsom’s leadership, it is falling further behind— sacrificing families on the altar of failed ideology and political expediency. Michele Steeb Michele Steeb is the founder of Free Up Foundation and author of “Answers Behind the RED DOOR: Battling the Homeless Epidemic,” based on her 13 years as CEO of Northern California’s largest program for homeless women and children. She is a Visiting Fellow with the Discovery Institute’s Fix Homelessness Initiative. Follow them on Twitter: @DiscoveryCWP and @SteebMichele. The views and opinions expressed in this commentary are those of the author and do not reflect the official position of the Daily Caller News Foundation.
Hawley Champions $600 Tariff Rebate as Trump Signals Surge in Revenue
Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) introduced the American Worker Rebate Act. The bill would deliver rebate checks to U.S. families using tariff revenue generated under President Donald Trump’s trade policies. The White House is reporting that tariffs have brought in $150 billion in revenues so far. Projections are over $300 billion for 2025. Hawley says it’s time for working Americans—not Washington insiders or foreign governments—to benefit from this surge. “Like President Trump proposed, my legislation would allow hard-working Americans to benefit from the wealth that Trump’s tariffs are returning to this country,” Hawley said on Monday. How the Rebate Would Work The American Worker Rebate Act would establish a direct payment program funded by tariffs: $600 per adult and dependent child, meaning a family of four would receive at least $2,400. Larger checks if tariff revenues exceed projections for 2025. Phase-outs for high-income households: $150,000 for couples, $75,000 for single filers. Unlike past stimulus payments, this plan doesn’t rely on borrowing or new taxes. Funds come straight from tariffs foreign companies pay to access the U.S. market. Trump: “The Big Money Starts August 1” President Trump emphasized that tariff revenue is just getting started, saying: “The big money will start coming in on August 1. I think it was made clear today by the letters that were sent out yesterday and today.” To keep America in control, Trump signed an Executive Order extending key tariff rates to August 1, 2025. He also notified dozens of countries of their new reciprocal rates. These actions came after months of talks where some nations ignored warnings of higher tariffs, while others agreed to lower their own tariffs and cut trade barriers. Despite this progress, Trump says the U.S. trade deficit remains unacceptable. He seeks to continue to bring countries to the table to negotiate, protecting U.S. interests. Boost from the New U.S.–EU Trade Deal Tariff revenue is set to climb even higher thanks to a landmark trade deal with the European Union. This week, Trump finalized an agreement that will: Adopt a new tariff framework: 15% tariffs on autos, auto parts, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductors. Maintain 50% tariffs on steel, aluminum, and copper. This deal is expected to funnel billions more into U.S. Treasury accounts, adding to the funding source for Hawley’s proposed rebate checks. Historic Trade Victories Under Trump This rebate proposal builds on what many call one of the most successful trade negotiations in U.S. history. For decades, past presidents failed to secure fair trade agreements with Europe. These failures allowed trade imbalances to harm U.S. industry. Trump changed that. In just six months, he achieved a historic trade breakthrough with the EU, resetting the economic relationship between the world’s two largest economies. His leadership has revived U.S. manufacturing, attracted global investment, and made America an energy powerhouse. What others promised for decades, Trump delivered—restoring the nation’s role as the global standard-bearer for economic leadership and strength. The U.S.–EU deal is a win for American workers, farmers, inventors, and businesses of all sizes. This proves that bold, decisive leadership can reverse years of stagnant growth and reclaim prosperity for future generations. Supporters Say It’s Time to Pay Families Back Supporters argue the rebate is long-overdue payback for American families. They say in the past, Washington has: Had lopsided trade deals that worked against Americans. Wasted trillions on foreign aid, bloated agencies, and benefits for illegal immigrants. Failed to protect U.S. workers and middle-class families for decades. Tariffs now generate unprecedented revenue. Supporters believe this money should go back to citizens, not into the hands of bureaucrats or foreign governments. The Other Side of the Rebate Debate: Pay Down the Debt First Not every conservative agrees with Hawley’s proposal. Many fiscal hawks argue that with the national debt at $36.72 trillion, new payments are irresponsible. They insist every dollar of extra revenue should reduce the deficit, not create new spending. Interest costs are already consuming taxpayer funds. Handing out checks could push inflation higher, repeating mistakes made during pandemic-era stimulus programs. Debt-focused conservatives say fiscal discipline must come first. Only after the U.S. gets its finances under control, they argue, should extra funds be returned to taxpayers. Treasury Reports Stronger Finances Trump administration officials counter that tariff revenue is already strengthening the budget, making rebates possible without harming fiscal health. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Maria Bartiromo on Fox Business on June 22nd: “We’ve brought in nearly $100B in tariff revenue so far and are on track for $300B this year. That’s almost 1% of GDP. June delivered a budget surplus with higher revenue and lower spending. This is how we clean up the fiscal mess we inherited.” Supporters say this surplus proves tariffs can fund rebates and reduce deficits at the same time, undermining claims that the plan is reckless. We’ve brought in nearly $100B in tariff revenue so far and are on track for $300B this year. That’s almost 1% of GDP. June delivered a budget surplus with higher revenue and lower spending. This is how we clean up the fiscal mess we inherited. pic.twitter.com/JVfaj1ZAwU — Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent (@SecScottBessent) July 22, 2025 Political Fight Ahead Over Rebate Hawley’s proposal faces a challenging path in Congress. Many lawmakers from both parties prefer to keep tariff funds for pet projects, foreign aid, or deficit spending. But the idea is popular with voters, many of whom have endured high prices, high interest rates, and stagnant wages over the last four years. Trump’s backing makes the proposal a likely centerpiece in upcoming trade and economic debates, forcing lawmakers to take a clear stand. Bottom Line: Washington’s Choice Trump’s tariffs are generating historic sums. Hawley wants that money to go straight to U.S. families, not disappear into Washington’s bureaucracy or be sent overseas. Supporters call it long-overdue payback for decades of failed policies that hurt American workers. Critics say the nation must tackle its $36.72 trillion debt first. As Hawley presses forward, Congress faces a simple choice: use Trump’s trade revenue wisely or keep funding…
Newsom’s Press Office Attacks Victims Of Palisades Fire For Demanding Answers
Star of ‘The Hills’ Spencer Pratt and his wife Heidi Montag filed a lawsuit against California and the City of Los Angeles over the Pacific Palisades fire, leading to a dark confrontation with the press office of California Gov. Gavin Newsom. The lawsuit filed in July includes more than 20 other property owners who lost their homes during the Palisades Fire that started on January 7, 2025, and was only contained on January 31 after burning through more than 23,448 acres, according to CBS and Los Angeles Fire Department. The complaint alleges that Los Angeles municipal water department are to blame for the issues in actually getting water to the burn zone. pic.twitter.com/2N2Qypij1V — Wall Street Apes (@WallStreetApes) July 14, 2025 Gavin Newsom’s Press Office Goes Off The Rails? Newsom’s press office issued a statement on X that appears to be against Pratt and his wife, calling them “C-list reality TV stars” and calling out “anonymous Twitter accounts” who the Governor and his office clearly think are spreading “misinformation” about the situation, whereas the lawsuit came as a result of no one receiving answers as to why this disaster was not mitigated — particularly given California’s ongoing risk for wildfires. Calling a concerned resident who lost his home to the Palisades Fire ‘C-list’ for demanding answers? That’s not leadership. That’s shameful. Newsom, you let the state park burn down and it burned down my home, my parents’ home and my whole community. I’ll continue to speak up for… pic.twitter.com/5A0xIlDBmp — Spencer Pratt (@spencerpratt) July 17, 2025 “Calling a concerned resident who lost his home to the Palisades Fire ‘C-list’ for demanding answers? That’s not leadership. That’s shameful,” Pratt replied to Newsom and his press office. “Newsom, you let the state park burn down and it burned down my home, my parents’ home and my whole community. I’ll continue to speak up for my home town and I’ll see you in court.” Newsom’s Leadership Called Into Question More than 100 people replied to Pratt’s post (at the time of writing) while hundreds more liked it, and more than 700 “liked it,” while Newsom’s office decided to double-down on their stance. (RELATED: Newsom Appears To Stealth Launch Campaign For Presidency) “Losing your home is heartbreaking. No one should have to go through that, and we’re fully committed to supporting you and your community in recovering. Period,” his office replied. “But that pain doesn’t give you license to mislead your neighbors with completely fabricated conspiracy theories. You’ve been spreading false information that’s scaring people and actively hurting the very community you claim to speak for. And now — thanks to your videos — a proposal to help fire victims rebuild is dead. Well done.” Newsom’s Leadership Called Into Question More than 100 people replied to Pratt’s post (at the time of writing) while hundreds more liked it, and more than 700 “liked it,” while Newsom’s office decided to double-down on their stance. “Losing your home is heartbreaking. No one should have to go through that, and we’re fully committed to supporting you and your community in recovering. Period,” his office replied. “But that pain doesn’t give you license to mislead your neighbors with completely fabricated conspiracy theories. You’ve been spreading false information that’s scaring people and actively hurting the very community you claim to speak for. And now — thanks to your videos — a proposal to help fire victims rebuild is dead. Well done.” (RELATED: California Dems Blame Wildfires On Trump After Their Party Created Tinderbox Of Regs) The office then shared a link to an LA Times article that appeared to back-up the Governor’s stance — clearly he doesn’t realize that no one in LA believes anything written by the LA Times, and this is not a newspaper of note to anyone who lives and works within Southern California. Newsom Destroyed In The Comments People who spoke to Million Voices on strict condition of anonymity claimed that this type of behavior is exactly what everyone should expect of Newsom and his leadership. Along with ignoring the rights of his citizens, he and his team are often quick to call out anyone who disagrees with them as “spreading misinformation.” (RELATED: Newsom Attacks Republicans On Violent Crime — Data Tell Different Story) “Quit the gaslighting,” replied one user to Newsom’s press office latest post. You guys are an utter joke. What a ridiculous post. ‘And now — thank to your videos — a proposal to help fire victims rebuild is dead. Well done,’” replied another. “So – just to clarify, you’re killing a proposal to help fire victims because of Spencer’s posts and videos? How pathetic. How amateur. How weak.” Newsom’s press office is paid for by taxpayer dollars as part of the state budget. Million Voices: Christians No Longer Have To Be Silent In Politics A recent ruling by the IRS now allows Churches to endorse political candidates to their congregation. Bringing a Biblical Worldview back to the American cultural norm is definitely a large part of our purpose during our time on Earth. If every Christian in America voted for the candidates supporting common sense, often Christian values, we would win every election. Your Sunday service doesn’t have to be political, but your day-to-day life outside of His four walls will always be dictated — in large part — by your elected officials. Ignorance of politics is like handing over control of your life to the greediest, most power-hungry serpent in the room. When we Use Our Voice, we bring a more Biblical worldview to our nation. Join Million Voices in our mission to advocate for religious freedom, support fair and secure elections, and uphold the values that this great nation was built upon. Tell us what you want from the next four years, and we will fight to make it a reality … again!
So-Called ‘Equality Act’ Could Undo Free Speech, Mandate Murder Of Unborn Children, Make Pedophiles A ‘Protected Class’
A bill positioned as the “Equality Act” is gradually moving its way through Congress, and is designed to “crush moral decency and religious freedom beneath the feet of the radical LGBT & Q lobby,” says experts. We included all of the Equality Act details we feel you need to know about. The so-called “Equality Act” aims to make abortion a federal right, and seeks to punish anyone (particularly Christians and other religious institutions) that do not promote the murder of unborn children, according to the bill language and analysis by Liberty Counsel Action. (RELATED: ‘Separation Of Church And State Is A Lie’: Legal Precedent Collapses Bringing Religious Freedom To US) The bill is being called a “dangerous ambush of religious freedoms,” and may also allow pedophiles to become a “protected class” under the specific language used. Normalizing Abuse Of Children This abhorrent attack against children comes from the “Q” in the LGBTQ definition of sexual orientation, which Cosmopolitan described as “Queerness is an umbrella term that is both an orientation and a community. … The vagueness of the term is intentional— queer is an identity created for anyone outside of the heterosexual norm and meant to be inclusive.” LGBTQ Nation added in their analysis that “… the Q in LGBTQ can also signify other sexual orientations and genders not covered by the acronym’s preceding letters. If you’re gender-neutral, non-binary, agender, genderfluid, pansexual, asexual, solosexual or something else not covered by LGBT, the Q has got you covered!” (RELATED: IRS Rules Churches Can Endorse Candidates To Congregation) There is also a revolting movement trying to rebrand pedophiles as “minor-attracted people,” which would also pretty much guarantee their protection under the bill. And things only get worse when you break down the rest of the bill. Liberty Action Counsel Analysis: Among other things, the “Equality Act” will mean that: Biological men will have the “right” to use women’s bathrooms, showers and locker rooms — even in schools. Churches will be forced to provide equal access to LGBTQ ceremonies if the facilities are open to natural marriage ceremonies. Churches and religious schools would be forced to hire staff involved in LGBTQ conduct; give men access to restrooms, locker rooms, showers and sports; allow boys to bunk with girls on camping and overnight trips; and provide insurance to cover hormones, mutilating surgeries, and chemical and surgical abortions. Noncompliant churches and schools will lose federal, state, and local tax exemptions and accreditations. From pre-K, children will be taught that they can choose their gender, will be encouraged to experiment with each other to find their “identities” and will be able to demand opposite, both and neither sex pronouns (he for a girl, zie for neither, mx for both). Pregnancy centers will be forced to provide abortion referrals. Read The Full ‘Equality Act’ Here
NYC Mayoral Candidate Zohran Mamdani’s Comments on Domestic Violence Spark Outrage from Abuse Survivors
This article was written by John Zambenini for WokeSpy. Communist New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani continues to receive backlash online, this time from victims of domestic violence. Recently, Mamdani provoked the ire of domestic violence victims by opposing police responding to domestic violence incidents. According to the CDC, one in four women and one in ten men experience some form of domestic violence in their lifetime, ranging from stalking, mental abuse, to physical abuse, and life-threatening injuries involving knives and firearms. However, the Mamdani does not believe that armed police should respond to these situations. Horrifying Potential Future For Victims In NYC “Police do not create safety… there are so many responsibilities we’ve given to police that, frankly, should have nothing to do with their departments… if somebody is jaywalking, if somebody is surviving, going through domestic violence—there are so many different, different situations that would be far better handled by people trained to deal with those specific situations, as opposed to an individual with a gun,” he said, according to the Washington Free Beacon. (RELATED: Wealthy White Liberals Reportedly Urge Democrats To ‘Be Willing To Get Shot’ Opposing Trump) It is highly unlikely, however, that marriage counselors are the best choice for first-time responders when a spouse is being held at gunpoint. According to Victims Rights Reform Council founder, Michelle Esquenazi, domestic violence is often a life and death situation. It remains unclear how mental health counselors and social workers would be able to respond to a spouse holding their partner captive at gunpoint or knifepoint – as Mamdani would want. Victims Must Not Support Mamdani “There’s a lot of humans who are victims in the city of New York, and they need protection because sometimes it’s a matter of life and death,” Esquenazi told Fox News Digital. “They’re hiding in the bathroom with their children, and they need someone to come immediately.” Esquenazi claims that Mamdani’s statements affect her personally, as the New York Police Department (NYPD) saved her life when her ex-husband attacked her while she was pregnant in 1993. “I called 911, and they came running. They made sure that me and my children, and I was pregnant at the time, were safe. One of the officers took us to a back bedroom and made sure that we were calmed down and made sure that we had what we needed. They separated him from the situation immediately and essentially saved our lives,” she said. Make NYC A Death-Trap Again? Meanwhile, Mamdani’s comments align anti-police sentiments stoked by the George Floyd riots, resulting in calls for the defunding of entire law enforcement departments. Many deep blue cities have even changed their emergency response protocols for domestic violence, with some ending armed police response altogether. (RELATED: ‘If I Was Waiting For FEMA, I Would Be Screwed’: You’ll Sob Watching What’s Happening In NC Months After Hurricane Helene) Mamdani has repeatedly called for the defunding of the police, including proposals to delegate certain law enforcement responsibilities to the “Department of Community Safety.” However, in classic liberal subterfuge, Mr. Mamdani later denied pushing for the defunding of police, and even promised to work with them. TMM Analysis If you are pro-domestic violence, then you should vote for Mamdani. If you are in favor of women, children, and even men being murdered by their parents or partners, vote for Mamdani. If you are a fundamental monster, vote for Mamdani, Is it that simple.
Trump Dismisses Rumors of Targeting Elon Musk’s Companies, Calls for American Business to “Thrive Like Never Before”
In a bold statement released Thursday, President Donald Trump shut down swirling rumors that he intends to cripple Elon Musk’s companies by cutting off federal subsidies. “Everyone is stating that I will destroy Elon’s companies by taking away some, if not all, of the large scale subsidies he receives from the U.S. Government. This is not so!” Trump declared in a Truth Social post. The president emphasized his support for American innovation and business success, distancing himself from speculation that his administration might take aim at Musk’s government-backed ventures like Tesla or SpaceX. “I want Elon, and all businesses within our Country, to THRIVE, in fact, THRIVE like never before!” Trump added. He framed business success as central to America’s broader prosperity: “The better they do, the better the USA does, and that’s good for all of us. We are setting records every day, and I want to keep it that way!” The comments come amid ongoing online chatter and political speculation about the future of federal subsidies, especially for green energy and tech firms. Musk, who has occasionally clashed with Trump in the past but also shared common policy interests, has not responded publicly to the statement. For now, Trump is making it clear: he’s not after Elon’s companies — he wants them, and all of American business, to soar.
AOC’s 2028 Dreams Derailed as New Poll Shows Support Crumbling
This article was written by Jason Walsh for WokeSpy. New York Democrat Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) has suffered another major setback in her dreams to become the Democratic Party’s presidential nominee in 2028. According to a new poll from Echelon Insights, conducted between July 10–14, a familiar cluster of names have emerged atop the list of preferred candidates for Democratic primary voters. (RELATED: Newsom’s Press Office Attacks Victims Of Palisades Fire For Demanding Answers) The most preferred candidate is currently Vice President Kamala Harris, garnering support from 26 percent of respondents. However, Harris’ figures slipped six percentage points compared to the poll’s previous result. In second place was former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg with 11 percent, up a single percentage point from the last survey. Both Harris and Buttigieg have polled as frontrunners across a number of pollsters throughout the early weeks and months of President Donald Trump’s second term. Greasy Gavin Surges Ahead The biggest winner was California Governor Gavin Newsom. According to the latest Echelon Insights poll, Newsom was named the preferred candidate by 10 percent of respondents. That figure is up five percentage points from the previous result and comes as the far-left governor has embarked on a podcast tour aimed at portraying himself as a moderate. In fourth place was Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), with seven percent. Rep. Ocasio-Cortez came in fifth place with just six percent of the vote. This represents a decline of two percent from the previous survey, and comes as pro-communist New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani found himself under the national spotlight.(RELATED: USAID Quietly Sent Thousands Of Viruses To Chinese Military-Linked Biolab) Ocasio-Cortez has emerged as one of Mamdani’s primary benefactors and has held multiple rallies in support of his candidacy. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro received support from four percent of Democratic primary respondents. Shapiro is widely perceived as a moderate and has enjoyed high favorability ratings in the key swing state. Others included Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and businessman Mark Cuban — each of whom received three percent of the vote. Other Options? Governors Andy Beshear (Kentucky) and JB Pritzker (Illinois), both of whom have signaled serious interest in a White House bid, each received two percent, as did Senators Chris Murphy (D-CT) and John Fetterman (D-PA). Meanwhile, Maryland Governor Wes Moore, U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX), Senator Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Daily Show host Jon Stewart, and longtime ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith each received one percent of the vote. Read more at WokeSpy.com
FEMA May Receive More Funding Despite Being Largely Useless Agency
Take A Poll About This Problem via Poll2Action North Carolina lawmaker David Rouzer once again introduced a bill in 2025 that aims to provide states and Indian Tribes with increased assistance in the wake of natural disasters. A congressional summary of HR 316 reads as follows: “This bill establishes Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funding sources for unmet needs caused by major disasters, expands FEMA’s assistance for housing and home repair, and requires certain considerations in FEMA’s recommendations on presidential emergency/disaster declarations.” It further states that it will establish “the National Disaster Recovery Reserve Fund for FEMA to provide grants to states and Indian tribal governments for unmet need. The bill defines unmet need as any necessary expense for activities related to a declared major disaster, including disaster relief or resilience activities. (RELATED: Energy Department Admits Millions Of Americans Are At Risk Thanks To Grid Vulnerabilities) In addition, the bill authorizes FEMA to set aside funding from the Disaster Relief Fund to provide grants to states and Indian tribal governments for unmet needs resulting from a declared disaster, including home repair, economic recovery measures, and other services assisting disaster victims.” Recent reports from Western North Carolina suggest that FEMA does not actually allocate any of the deeply needed funding, nor does it rarely have anyone qualified to make those calls employed during times of emergency, so it is unclear why FEMA is being given any more money. Read HR 316 In Full How Do You Feel? Take The Poll Did you know that lawmakers, business leaders, and even public servants use polling data to inform their policies and practices? These might seem like simple questions, but answering them can have far-reaching impacts on the world around you. We are hoping that Poll2Action will soon start sharing their data with the masses, helping to guide policy in a way that no other polling company has done before. As soon as we know more about where to find these data, we will let you know! The responses you give to our polls don’t just sit in the random void of nothingness that is most of the Internet. Your voice goes beyond these white pages and into the ears and eyes of real change makers — so THANK YOU for helping shape our future, today.
Newly Declassified Documents Expose Obama-Era Plot to Undermine Trump’s 2016 Victory
Shocking new evidence has surfaced pointing to a coordinated effort within the Obama administration and intelligence community to subvert the legitimacy of Donald Trump’s 2016 election victory—and his presidency. View the White House Briefing here A recently declassified House Intelligence Committee report, now publicly accessible, contains explosive findings that directly challenge the long-pushed narrative that Russia was actively working to elect Trump. The most damning revelations are found on page 17 of the report, which outlines a trove of highly damaging intelligence Russia held on Hillary Clinton—but crucially, chose not to release in the final weeks of the 2016 campaign. (MORE NEWS: Trump Takes On Crime In D.C.) Russia Sat on Damaging Clinton Intel The report details several stunning claims held in Russian possession, including: Internal Russian intelligence assessments that Hillary Clinton was on “heavy tranquilizers” and suffering from “intensified psycho-emotional problems.” Medical evidence suggesting Type 2 diabetes and ischemic heart disease. Private communications among Democratic Party leadership indicating that President Obama and other top officials found Clinton’s health “extraordinarily alarming.” Secret meetings with religious leaders, in which Clinton allegedly offered “significant increases in funding” from the State Department in exchange for support. Internal Democratic admissions that European allies were lukewarm about a Clinton presidency and doubted her ability to serve as head of state. If Russia had truly been working to sabotage Clinton and install Trump—as the Russia collusion narrative claimed—it’s difficult to imagine why such politically lethal material wasn’t weaponized during the campaign. In the months leading up to the election, Clinton’s lead was razor-thin according to RealClearPolitics. The release of this information could have been decisive. A Narrative Built on Lies Instead of acting on this damaging intel, Russia held it back, completely undercutting the foundational premise of the Trump-Russia collusion theory. Rather than revise their assumptions in light of this contradictory intelligence, the CIA under John Brennan and other top intelligence officials buried the material. According to the newly uncovered files, they chose instead to fabricate an alternate reality—one in which Trump was portrayed as a foreign asset and his presidency labeled illegitimate before it even began. This effort laid the groundwork for years of investigations, media smears, and partisan impeachment attempts. All the while, the real intelligence—which painted a very different picture—was suppressed. Tulsi Gabbard’s Bombshell and the Turning Tide The timing of this revelation aligns with a stunning briefing from DNI Tulsi Gabbard earlier today, where she confirmed the existence of a criminal referral related to abuses during the Obama-to-Trump transition. While Gabbard did not name individuals yet, she hinted that key figures in the intelligence community and executive branch may face accountability for weaponizing government resources against a duly elected president. “This is about restoring trust in our institutions,” Gabbard said. “No one is above the law, including those who manipulated intelligence for political gain.” The Real Election Interference These findings obliterate the narrative that Russia was a pro-Trump actor bent on sabotaging Hillary Clinton. Instead, they reveal a far more insidious threat to democracy: a domestic conspiracy, fueled by false assumptions, carried out by powerful actors within the U.S. government, and designed to overturn the will of the American people.
Faith Leaders ‘Say Amen’ As Senator Predicts Legal Victories For Ten Commandments In Texas
Faith and political leaders alike are speaking up in support of returning the Ten Commandments to schools across Texas in July, despite lawsuits trying to stop this historical document from being taught to children. Senate Bill 10 passed earlier this year, mandating that all Texas classrooms display the Ten Commandments as they are seen across the state, particularly on the grounds of the Austin capitol grounds. The Ten Commandments, aside from being the foundation of law and human behavior across Western civilization for the last 3,000 years, are also part of America’s foundational history. (RELATED: EXCLUSIVE: Sen. King Explains How Texas Is Bringing Biblical Values Of Our Founding Fathers Back To Schools LEGALLY) These core laws for life were taught as part of a normal curriculum since before America became a nation, and were only removed roughly 50 years ago thanks to a short-lived legal precedent by the Supreme Court, which was overturned in 2022. What Are Pastors Saying? “As for me I would say that posting the Ten Commandments in the schools will truly promote moral values, provide a historical and cultural context for law and ethics and offer a framework for ethical behavior for the future generation,” pastor Mariya James of St. Stephen Catholic Church in Weatherford told the Weatherford Democrat in July. “Prohibitions against murder, theft, adultery and false testimony are foundational to any functioning society,” he continued. “And this must be reminded to the students often for a healthier society. … The absence of moral guidance in schools could lead to negative consequences, including a disregard for morality and an increase in anti-social behavior.” “It goes back so far,” Northside Baptist Church retired Rev. Van Houser told the same outlet. “These have been the basic tenets for many, many, many generations and civilizations. So I think in that regard they stand as something visual for children to be reminded of, things that regard common decency and basic tenets.” Lawsuits Sue To Stop Ten Commandments Displays The American Civil Liberties Union of Texas filed a suit against Senate Bill 10 in July, claiming that the new law violates the religious rights of students, despite the document technically being historical — not faith based in the context of the Texas law. “The lawsuit is no surprise,” Sen. Phil King told the Fort Worth Report while he voiced a prediction of victory against the ACLU’s position in the suit. “That’s what the left does.” “I feel very confident, if there is a lawsuit on the Texas Ten Commandments, that the Supreme Court will uphold our statute,” King said prior to the lawsuit, a sentiment he echoed in conversation with Million Voices earlier in the year. (EXCLUSIVE: ‘Stand Firm’ Says Sen. Dotson On Bringing The Ten Commandments To Classrooms) “It’s so popular,” King added of the public reaction to the law. “I can’t tell you how many people I’ve run into that bring it up. I think the general public is very excited about it.” “When we were kids, the Ten Commandments were in public buildings,” he clarified. “It was in schools. Everybody just recognized that was just a wonderful statement of morality. It was something that we were taught from day one, just like the Golden Rule.” Legal Precedent For Success Along with the overturning of multiple laws related to the removal of historical religious texts and practices from the public square, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott fought in 2005 to keep the Ten Commandments on the grounds of the state capitol. (RELATED: ‘Separation Of Church And State Is A Lie’: Legal Precedent Collapses Bringing Religious Freedom To US) Abbott won this argument when it landed all the way up in the Supreme Court, so there is huge context for any lawsuits against the Ten Commandments to lose in the country’s highest court. How To Get Involved In Bringing The Ten Commandments Back To Schools Million Voices is the instrumental leader in creating a means of you, our readers, members, and even folks who are only finding us for the first time, to bring the Ten Commandments back to classrooms. Even though there are lawsuits trying to stop the implementation of the posters of the Ten Commandments in classrooms, every classroom can still legally display the posters. But we can’t do it without your help. For generations, schools displayed the Ten Commandments to promote basic moral values—like respect, honesty, and personal responsibility. They weren’t just religious—they were viewed as a foundation for good citizenship and character. Though many were removed after a 1980 Supreme Court ruling, states are now restoring the right to display them again. With your help, we’re putting them back—one school at a time. Click here to join the Restore American Schools movement — and be the boots on the ground while using your voice to protect America’s future.