Remember when the Commie Democrats tried to do away with this? Well President Trump brought it back.

 

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Graham, Andrews Trade Barbs in Fiery S.C. Senate Debate

Sen. Darline Graham, R-S.C., and Democrat challenger Annie Andrews traded personal attacks Sunday night during their only scheduled debate in South Carolina's increasingly competitive U.S. Senate race.

Graham repeatedly portrayed Andrews, a pediatrician, as a far-left liberal aligned with Democratic socialists, while Andrews questioned the incumbent's qualifications and accused her of taking orders from the White House.

"My Democratic opponent is pretending to be someone she is not. She's the most radical liberal that's ever run for state office in South Carolina," Graham said during the debate, according to The Hill.

Andrews responded by accusing Graham of relying on scripted attacks rather than addressing voters' economic concerns.

 

"My opponent is going to stand up here tonight and call me a socialist because that's what her script says," Andrews said, according to The Post and Courier.

Andrews also criticized Graham for using her maiden name rather than her married name, Nordone.

"My name is Annie Andrews, and there shouldn't be any confusion about that because, unlike my opponent, I haven't changed my name recently," Andrews said.

Graham said she had always used her maiden name legally and had retained it to honor her parents, who died when she was young.

"She's taking my personal tragedy when I lost my parents at a young age and using it as a weapon," Graham said. "So shame on you for that, that's despicable."

Andrews also criticized Graham for acknowledging during an August Republican primary debate that she was not well-informed about national security.

"South Carolina, if your surgeon said that appendectomies aren't really his thing, would you still hand him a scalpel?" Andrews asked.

Graham defended her remarks and accused Andrews of misleading voters.

"At least I'm honest. If I don't know something, I am glad to say it," Graham said.

The candidates also clashed over healthcare, immigration, the Iran war, and artificial intelligence data centers.

Graham accused Andrews of supporting costly government-run healthcare, while Andrews said she favors a public option rather than Medicare for All."

Andrews challenged Graham to additional debates before the Nov. 3 election, but Graham declined, saying her duties representing constituents in Washington took priority.

Libertarian candidate Kasie Whitener also participated in the debate, hosted by South Carolina ETV and Public Radio.

Graham, who was appointed to the Senate following the death of her brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham, in July, is seeking a full six-year term.

The Cook Political Report recently shifted its rating of the race from "Solid Republican" to "Likely Republican," reflecting a more competitive contest.

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GOP Opponent Stuns Cory Booker in Debate With Amazing Answer on Iran

Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) has been a senator for the past 13 years. 

It's been 13 years of doing nothing for New Jersey and posturing for the cameras as he thinks about higher office. 

He has a much higher opinion of himself than almost anyone else does. So I have to say it's quite fun to see someone put him on his back foot, as Republican Senate nominee Justin Murphy 

 

 did during their debate on Thursday. Now, just like it is in New York, it's New Jersey, so a Republican is going to have a tough time even if he's wonderful and brilliant. 

But his response about what advice he'd give to President Donald Trump on Iran was one heck of an answer. It left Booker speechless for a moment - a great accomplishment on behalf of us all.  It had people cheering at the end, and that's at a college - Rider University - in New Jersey. 

“Finish it,” Murphy declared. "Finish that war in a positive manner. We can't wait halfway through and decide we don't want to do this anymore." 

He said that the "Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is a radical terrorist organization" that has promoted terrorism throughout the world. That includes killing more than 1,000 Americans over those 47 years the Iranian regime has been in power.  

“They are a cancer on human existence," Murphy said, recalling how the Iranian radicals stormed the U.S. Embassy and held 52 Americans hostage for 444 days. 

"Ever since November of '79, the IRGC in Iran has done nothing but export terror, murder, rape, oppression, and assassination to the region, and to the world. And it's time it stops. Four decades is enough. The Iranian people have suffered enough. And I would say, Mr. President, get your cowboy hat on and get out there and kick some ass and get this done and done right."

Now that's an answer. I don't think you ever see politicians be so blunt. That wasn't just cheering at the end; that was rousing agreement. 

But he's right. If you take it on, if, in fact, they are truly a nuclear threat, and we've already seen how they cannot be trusted, and the terror they have wreaked against the world for 47 years, you can't leave them hanging out in the wind. You have to fully resolve to eliminate the threat. And if, in fact, you are able to fully take out that threat, you will have solved most of the terrorism in that region. That could free up the area to require fewer of our resources in the future because that would cut off the work of their terrorist proxies. It would eliminate an enemy that has committed terrorism against us and our allies for decades.

The other thing that was great about it was how ineffectual Booker has been on the issue, just doing the typical "attack President Donald Trump" thing. The side-by-side was great. Murphy even beat him on hair as well. 

Credit: redstate.com 

 

ABC's Faceplant Blows Up: Moreno Calls for Investigation Into Anti-Trump 'Political Hit Job'

We know the mainstream media is slippery and will bend facts to fit their narrative — think, President Trump wants to bomb LA and San Diego — but an ABC News story alleging that his sons' venture firm 1789 Capital secured billions in Pentagon contracts via a "major stake" in Anduril Industries was quickly and quietly taken down after its October 7 publication. No explanation was immediately forthcoming.

That’s some pretty shady dealing, even for Disney-owned ABC.

Controversy quickly erupted as billionaire Anduril founder Palmer Luckey called the story “totally bogus,” and even leftist media regulars like Brian Stelter questioned ABC’s judgment.

For Sen. Bernie Moreno (R-OH), it’s more than just a little mistake, and it needs to be investigated:

The Ohio senator charged that it wasn’t just bad reporting, but that it threatened a major investment in his state. In January, Anduril announced it’s pouring nearly $1 billion into Ohio’s economy by building a five million-square-foot production facility to manufacture Barracuda-500 drones. That work is already well underway.

In a letter to FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, Moreno demanded accountability for the network's report and questioned whether ABC News violated its obligations as a broadcaster.

"Thus, I urge the Commission to open a formal investigation into ABC News's political hit job. We must know who signed off on the publication of this false story, who may have asked to profit from the attack, and whether ABC News's conduct violated its obligations as a licensee," Moreno said.

You’d think Disney and ABC News would be a little more careful, considering they forked over $15 million (plus another million in legal fees) in 2024 after Trump filed a defamation suit following anchor and former Bill Clinton aide George Stephanoplous' repeated allegations on-air that he had been found “liable for rape” in the E. Jean Carroll civil cases. The only problem: that is categorically false.

Oops:

ABC apparently has a problem with numbers — a big problem:

The controversy centered on ABC News' original claim that 1789 Capital, where Trump Jr. serves as a partner, acquired a major stake in Anduril through a $2.5 billion investment. The figure instead represented Anduril's broader fundraising round, while 1789 Capital's investment was approximately $50 million.

The outlet quietly published a revised article Friday admitting they made numerous errors and also clarified that Donald Trump Jr. does not serve on the firm's investment decision-making committee. They also included an embarrassing editor’s note.

Wouldn’t it have been easier to just not run yet another hit piece on Republicans without checking your facts? 

Daily reminder: You can’t hate the media enough.

Credit: redstate.com 

 

We Have an Update on the Talarico-Ohio Mental Health Center Story

UPDATE: Talarico says he had the flu.

JUST IN: Talarico insists he simply had the flu and was not treated for mental health https://t.co/96yJb6Z01u

— Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) October 11, 2026

But...

Talarico initially said he went to urgent care and now claims he went to his primary care physician

— Jacob Wheeler (@JWheelertv) October 11, 2026

UPDATE II: The mental health clinic says Talarico was never a patient. 

Representative James Talarico has never received treatment from Lindner Center of Hope.

— Lindner Center HOPE (@LindnerCtrHope) October 11, 2026

🚨 NEW: James Talarico just headed onto MS Now to respond to ‘flu’ questions… and tries to divert attention by FLIPPING THE SCRIPT: “I've heard credible reports that Ken Paxton has a serious medical condition that causes clinical levels of cowardice. People are concerned. He has asked for proof of life from me. I'm asking for proof of spine from him.” https://t.co/yPfbiv0MKt

— TV News Now (@TVNewsNow) October 11, 2026

Pretty unequivocal. But Democrats only have themselves to blame for the skepticism after the stunt they pulled with Biden.

— Miranda Devine (@mirandadevine) October 12, 2026

That’s the problem with lying… tough to keep your story straight

— Jake Schneider (@jacobkschneider) October 11, 2026

I didn’t make up anything. Talarico bailed for 12+ days in the middle of the most important campaign in the country and his campaign handled it like a bunch of novices who were covering something up. Grown men don’t disappear like that. He must explain himself. You can’t fix this for him, sorry.

— Andrew Kolvet (@AndrewKolvet) October 12, 2026

James Talarico with his campaign manager. https://t.co/yJdZFdMF1s

— MAZE (@mazemoore) October 11, 2026

***Original Post***

We had quite an update on the ‘where the hell is James Talarico’ story today: he was allegedly admitted to a mental health clinic in Ohio. Talarico has been absent for days, disappearing from the campaign trail for almost two weeks, supposedly due to the flu. No one is buying that, but Nick Sortor’s call suggests there's more to it. Then again, maybe not, as there could some campaign shenanigans. The mental health clinic has denied Talarico was ever a patient there. Current Revolt has more details about the call, and the timelines not adding up:

Current Revolt has the full 6:40 call that is purportedly to the Lindner Center of Hope. https://t.co/fpcbxpXLQx

— Tony Ortiz (Current Revolt) (@CurrentRevolt) October 11, 2026

The caller, who is Rhein Amacher,

  

gives his name as Tim, says he’s Talarico’s cousin, and says he’s trying to send a care package. He says he has a code. The staffer says, “Oh, okay. You have a code.” He gives four digits. She then looks for the name.

Staffer: I do not see that name here. So maybe he’s been discharged.

Rhein Amacher: Oh, okay. Do you know when he left?

Staffer: No I don’t.

Rhein Amacher: But was he there?

Staffer: He could have been. I’m not at the computer that I can pull it up and look at it. He then spells Talarico’s name and the staffer says she’ll go check on the computer. There is then a long hold.

Staffer: I do not find anyone with that name for the last four days that’s been discharged and they’re not here in the building.

Rhein Amacher: Okay, so nothing for James Talarico?

Staffer: Um, yeah.

Ten seconds later…

Staffer: Let’s see. Well, this is. What is today? Looks like he was just discharged this evening. That’s why I don’t have it.

Rhein Amacher: Oh, he was discharged then?

Staffer: Uh, huh.

“This evening” was Saturday October 10th, according to Amacher. Talarico was photographed at ACL [Austin City Limits Music Festival] in Austin on Friday afternoon, October 9th, which the campaign and the Texas Tribune both reported that day.

Rhein Amacher, who confirms the call was his, posted that the staffer said Talarico “had been discharged within the previous 24–48 hours.” Sortor’s post says “earlier this week.” Neither phrase is on the recording, leaving Texans with three timelines that don’t necessarily match.

 

Talarico’s last in-person event in Texas was on September 26. On September 30, he said he’d been to an urgent care in Dallas the night before and had the flu.

He wasn’t seen in public again until ACL on October 9.

The timelines being misaligned is odd. We’ll keep an eye out and issue updates as usual. The Talarico campaign responded quickly, calling this a lie meant to keep the conspiracy-theory wheel churning. It still doesn’t get to the heart of the question: where has Talarico been?

This is a lie designed to promote a pathetic conspiracy theory. Last week James Talarico was home in Austin, Texas recovering from the flu.

— JT Ennis (@jt_ennis) October 11, 2026

Joe will have more on this later, but maybe full disclosure of the medical records is in order to put this to rest. 

Talafreako needs to release the medical records (if they exist at all)

— Stephen Miller (@StephenM) October 11, 2026

Democrats probably shouldn’t have lied about the health of Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden

— Brent Scher (@BrentScher) October 11, 2026

Credit: townhall.com 

 

Trump: Ukraine, Russia agree to 'ENERGY CEASEFIRE'

Russia and Ukraine have agreed to an “ENERGY CEASEFIRE,” President Donald Trump announced.

In a Sunday morning Truth Social post, Trump gave the update on the war that has threatened global energy markets.

“Effective immediately, there is an ENERGY CEASEFIRE in the War between Russia and Ukraine,” the U.S. commander-in-chief said. “Both parties have agreed. Do not break it!”

President Donald Trump Truth Social post

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky acknowledged Trump’s statement, voicing approbation, though he asserted that Russia had been deploying drones against Ukraine “all day today.”

“There have been glide bomb strikes and strikes on our energy infrastructure too,” he said. “A power plant in Kharkiv was attacked this evening.”

“We are awaiting clear details of the dialogue between America and Russia – and we expect Putin to follow through on what President Trump said,” he added.

Today, there was a statement from the President of the United States that an energy ceasefire has been secured. This is good news for everyone – and it is important that it become reality.

Unfortunately, Ukrainian skies have been infested with Russian “shaheds” all day today.… pic.twitter.com/zKsoDhWH5H

 — Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) October 11, 2026

Moscow has reportedly not commented on the announcement as of Sunday.

Trump’s statement followed a Saturday night press gaggle at Joint Base Andrews, where he told reporters he believed Zelensky should hold an election.

“Well, I think he should have an election. And he could have settled this thing many times, and he should have an election,” Trump said. “President Zelensky could have solved this war or he could have made a deal many times.”

“I think that Russia would like to make a deal,” he added. “But as I said, this is something that could have been solved many times, but for whatever reason, Zelensky does not want to make a deal.”

Speaking to reporters earlier on Saturday outside of the White House, Trump criticized Zelensky’s actions during the war, sending a strong message to Ukrainians.

“He could have settled it many times and he chose not to. We said you could do whatever you want to Russia, don’t hit the refineries, because that’s a world problem that’s caused. And he wants to make problems for the world,” Trump said. “And what does he do? He goes and hits the diesel fuel.” 

 “I suggest they get a new leader who can make a deal,” Trump advised the Ukrainian people.

Credit:  https://www.oann.com

 

Liberal Anchor Drops a Clownish Line About Communists. House Majority Whip Steamrolls Him on Air.

ABC News anchor Jonathan Karl 

 

isn’t exactly known for his neutrality or for his affection for the GOP and President Donald Trump, who once accused him of having “a lot of hate in your heart.”

On Sunday, he tried to downplay the threat of communism in America. This even as we have Democratic socialists — who are all but communists in name — holding the mayor’s office in New York City and running the leading candidate in the Los Angeles mayoral race, as well as having a powerful lawmaker, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14), openly pondering a run for president.

Apparently, Karl hasn’t been reading the news. He dropped this clownish claim on House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (MN-6):

"I think most Democrats would say they’re not communists," Karl replied [after Emmer had talked about gas prices] with a chuckle. "So, there aren’t a lot of communists on the ballot in these midterms."

This didn’t sit too well with Emmer, who promptly wrecked Karl’s argument even as the This Week anchor kept trying to change the subject because he knew he was getting smoked.

"Well you’re wrong, they are communists," Emmer interrupted.

Karl conceded that there were "some Democratic socialists" on the ballot and attempted to move on to a new topic, but Emmer rejected the idea.

"Jon, you just called them what they want you to call them. There’s nothing Democratic about socialism. For 100 years, they wanted us to call them progressives, when, in fact, they were socialists. And it wasn’t cool to admit you’re a socialist. They are now communists and Marxists. Take a look at the [Democratic Socialists of America] platform," Emmer said.

Karl again attempted to change topics, but Emmer continued.

"They want to defund the police. They want to defund prisons. They want government-only health care. And they want the Green New Deal, which will cost every American family another $355,000. That’s what we should be talking about," Emmer said.

Here’s Emmer telling Karl he might want to pay attention to what the socialists are actually campaigning on. 

In September, Emmer fired up the crowd at the GOP Midterm Convention in Dallas by saying, if you hate this country, you’re free to leave:

"You can choose to go with America haters like Ilhan Omar, who wants to raise your taxes while allowing Somali fraudsters to run free! You can listen to Abdul El Sayed... This evil man pals around with people who believe Americans deserved to be attacked on 9/11"

This is what the Democrat party has come to, I didn't believe they could go lower but somehow they did

They went so far left and are desperate to win that they have to embrace socialism now

Jonathan Karl clearly needs to brush up on current events, because he did not come out looking too good on this one. As a matter of fact, it wasn’t a good day for ABC all around. See: ABC's Faceplant Blows Up: Moreno Calls for Investigation Into Anti-Trump 'Political Hit Job.'

Life can be tough when you’re infected with TDS.

Credit: redstate.com

 

Coast Guard Booms After $25B, Largest Enlisted Class in 40 Years

The U.S. Coast Guard just hit a milestone worth noticing: for the third year in a row it beat recruiting goals and welcomed the largest enlisted class in nearly 40 years. That’s not a feel-good press release — it’s real people signing up, hands on deck, ready to do hard missions Americans actually care about. If you want to know why the Coast Guard is suddenly booming, follow the money and the mission.

Record recruiting numbers and what they mean

In fiscal 2026 the Coast Guard enlisted 5,445 active-duty members and commissioned 346 officers. Those are big numbers compared with 5,204 enlisted the year before and 4,422 two years back. Exceeding targets three years running is not luck. It signals stronger outreach, better resources, and a message that resonated with young Americans: meaningful service, steady pay, and missions that matter from search-and-rescue to stopping narco-traffic and protecting our Arctic approaches.

Force Design and the money behind the growth

This surge did not happen in a vacuum. The administration and Congress set aside nearly $25 billion to modernize the Coast Guard under the Force Design initiative. That money funds new cutters, dozens of helicopters, more C-130J aircraft, a fleet of icebreakers, expanded shore infrastructure, and upgrades to training at Cape May. Recruiters also opened new offices in Miami, Long Island, Austin and even the Netherlands — practical moves that turn dollars into boots on deck.

Modern assets, real missions

Hardware matters. New Arctic national security cutters and modernized surveillance help the Coast Guard face real threats: foreign activity near U.S. waters, drug running, and human smuggling. Operation results back it up — large drug seizures, thousands rescued, billions in commerce protected. You can’t carpet-bomb maritime crime with good intentions; you need cutters, aircraft, and people trained to use them. Funding plus clear mission equals results.

A political win and a policy lesson

This is a clear win for leaders who prioritized defense and border security. It also underlines a simple lesson conservatives have been saying for years: when you fund real tools and missions, people respond. The left’s usual playbook of vague virtue signaling and hollow staffing targets won’t build cutters or train rescue crews. If Republicans want to keep the momentum, they should protect funding and let the Coast Guard finish the job — and maybe remind critics that patriotism still recruits when you give it something to do.

Credit: https://patriotpowerednetwork.com 

 

Talarico TV Flip-Flop on Trans Rules Threatens Texas Senate Bid

James Talarico’s sudden backpedal on transgender policy is the latest episode in a familiar political playbook: say something bold in the primary, get called out in the general, then “clarify” once the polls tighten. The Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Texas tried that this week after a high‑profile television interview and a fundraiser clarification that left donors and voters wondering which James Talarico will show up in November.

Talarico’s TV flip‑flop: what he actually said

On national television, Talarico told an interviewer he “missed the mark” on past comments and said he would oppose gender‑reassignment surgeries for minors and would limit transgender athletes in girls’ sports when “safety or fairness” is at issue. Those lines were repeated over and over by Republican ads and conservative outlets, which is exactly why he gave them. Whether you read that as honesty or damage control depends on how cynical you want to be — but the facts are clear: his words on Fox News were immediate and headline‑friendly.

Human Rights Campaign tries to smooth the mess

Human Rights Campaign President Kelley Robinson says Talarico later “clarified” his remarks at an LGBTQ fundraising event, explaining context and stressing that school officials and doctors, not politicians, should make some decisions. That clarification may calm a few donors, but it won’t erase the clips Republicans are running or the memory of his earlier pledge to sponsor the Equality Act during the primary. Voters see the tape; endorsements and spin can only go so far when video speaks for itself.

Why the shift matters in the Texas Senate race

The shift isn’t happening in a vacuum. Multiple polls show the race tightening, turning a once‑safe talking point into an urgent liability. Talarico’s campaign is trying to thread the needle: reassure moderates and swing voters while keeping progressive activists on board. That balancing act is exactly why candidates who peddled ideological purity in primaries suddenly discover the virtue of “reviewing” bills and parsing language on camera.

Bottom line: voters deserve clarity, not calculus

Voters in Texas should get straight answers, not focus‑grouped clarifications. If Talarico truly changed his mind, say so and explain why. If he’s trying to dodge a political hit, tell us that too — and let voters judge whether they prefer a candidate who pivots with the polls or one who stands by clear principles. In a close race, words matter, tapes matter, and voters will decide whether this flip‑flop was a thoughtful evolution or pure campaign math.

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