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Trump, Imran Khan, and the Military: Pakistan’s Political Deadlock
When addressing Congress, President Trump thanked the government of Pakistan for assisting in the capture of an individual allegedly responsible for a bomb attack during the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. This statement has sparked debate, particularly within Pakistani social circles. Many believed that once Mr. Trump returned to office, he would take steps to promote democracy. However, these hopes were shattered when he acknowledged the efforts of Pakistan’s current government — a government that, according to a lot of visible evidence, stole the people’s mandate in the general elections of February 8, 2024.
By DR3AM3R11 months ago in The Swamp
The Blatant Disrespect of a Baseball Legend
Just a fair warning that I'm going to go on a bit of a rant. Recently, I ran into a story online that I wanted to talk about. As a baseball fan, I couldn't let what I'm about to say go. It was about an article mentioning the late, great Jackie Robinson's time in the Army deleted from the Department of Defense's website. In case you're not up to speed about what's behind this, President Trump signed an executive order to purge DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs from the U.S. Government. This was one of his campaign promises. That means erasing any mention of Black, Indigenous, and LGBTQ+ figures who came before us. When asked for the reason behind this move, Pentagon press secretary John Ullyot stated it was done to stop what he called "Woke cultural Marxism." The Pentagon claimed that everyone at the Defense Department respected Jackie Robinson, which I didn't buy one bit. If they truly respected him, the article about him serving in the Army wouldn't have been deleted. This was 100% a racially motivated move on their part.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 11 months ago in The Swamp
Trump Administration Pushes Forward with Deportation Flights Regardless of Judge's Stay
Buckle up, folks—things are heating up in Washington! Attorney General Pam Bondi just had a gasket blow on Fox News, saying the Trump administration is full steam ahead with deportation flights for illegal Venezuelan immigrants, regardless of a federal judge ordering them to put on the brakes. "Absolutely," she said on "Jesse Watters Primetime" Monday night, guest-hosted by Jeanine Pirro. Bondi’s not backing down, and neither is Team Trump, as they lean hard into a 200-year-old law to kick out nearly 300 people they’re calling “foreign terrorists.” Let’s unpack this wild ride!
By Jayu11 months ago in The Swamp
From Russia with Love
Well, congratulations, America. It turns out that if you elect a man who openly admires dictators, trashes democratic institutions, and constantly muses about throwing his enemies in jail, he might just try to run the country like an authoritarian. Who could have seen that coming?
By Jeff Olen11 months ago in The Swamp
Calling Elon
This conversation happened on March 16, 2025, after the Space X Crew 10 Dragon capsule docked the International Space Station.
By Lana V Lynx11 months ago in The Swamp
2025 Executive Orders Explained. Content Warning.
I know that there is a lot of information flying around, but I wanted to make a series with a brief summary of all that is going on right now. As such, here is a breakdown of Feburary's Executive Orders.
By Paige Graffunder12 months ago in The Swamp
Former President Duterte Arrested in Manila Shocker
The entire nation stood still. Rodrigo Duterte, the former president of the Philippines, was taken into custody in Manila. This is the same man who ruled with an iron grip, led an aggressive war on drugs, and sparked fierce debates about justice and human rights. Now, he finds himself at the center of an international legal battle, accused of crimes that have haunted his presidency since day one.
By Ojo12 months ago in The Swamp
What the arrest of Mahmoud Khalil signals
The Gestapo. The Stasi. The NKVD. SMERSH. ICE. Know what they have in common? They are all secret police forces that dragged their own citizens away in totalitarian regimes of the past.
By Hayden Searcy12 months ago in The Swamp
From Slavery to Genocide: The American Tradition of Hideous Moral Compromise
There are many differences between myself and a typical Republican. One of them: I do not shed a single tear if some monuments to General Robert E. Lee and other Confederate-era figures are being removed. Similarly, Gary Flowers, a black radio show host and civil rights activist, stated: "As a native of Richmond, I want to say that the head of the snake has been removed..."
By Wade Wainio12 months ago in The Swamp
2025 Executive Orders Explained. Content Warning.
I know that there is a lot of information flying around, but I wanted to make a series with a brief summary of all that is going on right now. As such, here is a breakdown of the rest of Janyary's Executive Orders.
By Paige Graffunder12 months ago in The Swamp
2025 Executive Orders Explained. Content Warning.
I know that there is a lot of information flying around, but I wanted to make a series with a brief summary of all that is going on right now. As such, here is a breakdown of the first day of Executive Orders.
By Paige Graffunder12 months ago in The Swamp
Who is Mark Carney's Wife?
Mark Carney, the former central banker, has now stepped into the political spotlight as Canada’s next Prime Minister, replacing Justin Trudeau as the Liberal Party leader. While Carney’s economic expertise and leadership have shaped financial institutions worldwide, his wife, Diana Fox Carney, is an accomplished figure in her own right.
By Sangita Nandi12 months ago in The Swamp