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Sunday, July 26, 2026
Allocco to Newsmax: Jewish Dems Feeling Betrayed Over Israel
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Political analyst Patrick Allocco said Jewish Democratic voters are increasingly feeling politically isolated as divisions within the Democratic Party over Israel deepen following a House vote to cut U.S. military spending for Israel. Speaking on Newsmax TV's "America Right Now," Allocco described the vote on July 15 by more than 100 House Democrats to block billions of dollars in military aid to Israel — an ultimately unsuccessful effort that highlighted the growing divisions in their party on the issue — as part of a broader political shift that has accelerated since Hamas' Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel. "What we're watching right now is a historical moment unfold," Allocco said. "Many Jewish Democrats, this has become a story of abandonment, betrayal in some communities, and almost political homelessness." Allocco said Jewish voters have long formed one of the Democratic Party's most reliable constituencies, tracing that relationship back to President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal during the Great Depression. He said many Jewish Americans were drawn to Roosevelt's agenda because of its support for urban immigrants, religious pluralism, and organized labor, helping forge a political alliance that endured for generations. "These are voters who helped build one of the Democratic Party's most enduring coalitions," Allocco said. "It goes back to FDR." He argued that recent developments represent a dramatic departure from that history, saying some Jewish Democrats increasingly view the party's posture toward Israel as inconsistent with their expectations. "For the first time you're seeing something that is just completely anathema to them — the abandonment of the party," Allocco said. He linked the shift to the aftermath of Hamas' Oct. 7 attack on Israel, which killed about 1,200 people and sparked Israel's military campaign in Gaza. The conflict has intensified debate within the Democratic Party, where progressive lawmakers have become increasingly critical of Israel's military operations and U.S. military assistance, citing concerns about civilian casualties and the humanitarian situation in Gaza. Allocco pointed to public opinion research as evidence that Democratic attitudes toward Israel have changed in recent years. "I think some of the research is showing us, if you look at Pew Research, you can see an incredible transformation over the last few years on Democrats' view of Israel," he said. The House vote underscored continuing divisions in Congress over U.S. policy toward Israel, an issue that has grown increasingly contentious as the war in Gaza has continued. The debate has exposed ideological differences within the Democratic caucus, with some lawmakers advocating reductions or conditions on military aid to Israel while others argue continued support remains essential to Israel's security and longstanding U.S. foreign policy. Allocco said those divisions could have lasting political consequences by reshaping one of the Democratic Party's most dependable voting blocs. |
Trump Delivers a Funny Joke About Nicki Minaj at the WHCD - She Drops a Humorous Reply
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As we reported, the reboot of the White House Correspondents' Dinner (WHCD) was Friday, after it had been postponed because of the assassination attempt at the event in April. Trump roasted the media with some funny barbs, and the left/liberals had their typical, sour reaction to it all. They all lost their minds when he joked about running again and wore a Trump 2028 hat. There was also some fun at the event with Oz Pearlman, the mentalist, pulling some amusing tricks, even dragging in the Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche at one point. READ MORE: Trump Roasts the Media at WHCA Dinner, Then Trolls Them With a ‘Trump 2028’ Hat Watch: Oz the Mentalist Pulls Off Some Fun Moments at WHCD, Even Dragging in AAG Todd Blanche Trump treated the moment with the customary WHCD humor, but also seriousness as he recalled the assassination attempt and joked about Nicki Minaj.
People enjoyed that joke. Trump also went on to say that they came back to redo the dinner "to answer that heinous attack with unwavering resolve...to show we do not yield to political violence." But that wasn't the last word. Some on social media tried to paint Trump's comment as some kind of jab at Minaj, but Minaj, who is friends with the president, shut down anyone trying to make the joke divisive. She posted a humorous reply to Trump. She's known for making posts with the horror character Chucky in them, and she pulled one out for Trump. Somehow, I suspect he'll find it funny too. Here she was at the Trump Accounts event at the White House earlier in July, having a giggle at the infamous Joe Biden autopen picture.
Minaj is also a big proponent of some big Trump agenda items like voter ID, as we have reported in the past. READ MORE: Dems Will Not Be Happy Their Narrative Against Voter ID Just Got Demolished by Liberal Media Nicki Minaj's Jest About Bribing Her 'Barbz' to Ensure SAVE Act Passage Prompts Media Meltdown She's been attacked for her Trump support. Her response is she doesn't care. That's a rare attitude to take in the face of the very liberal entertainment media. "The hate or what people have to say, it does not affect me at all. It actually motivates me to support him more," she has said. |
THE ESSEX FILES: Fixing the Trucker Shortage Means Turning to Veterans, Not Illegal Labor
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The Trump administration is moving to fill gaps in the trucking industry by encouraging military veterans to step into roles left open after a crackdown on commercial driver's licenses issued improperly to immigrants. This approach makes practical sense. It rewards service members with skills already honed behind the wheel of heavy vehicles while addressing a workforce need through legal, qualified Americans. Under longstanding federal programs, veterans who operated military trucks weighing more than 2.5 tons in the past year and have two years of safe driving history in military heavy vehicles can skip the on-road skills test for a commercial driver's license. They still must pass the written exam. The GI Bill covers training costs for others, sometimes including housing support during school. More than 40,000 veterans have used similar waivers already. The new push builds on that foundation with targeted promotion to help fill seats vacated by drivers whose authorization to work in the United States did not hold up under review. READ MORE: Trump Boots Deadly Illegal-Alien Truckers, Puts American Veterans Behind the Wheel This is beneficial in several ways. Trucking remains essential to keeping shelves stocked and supply chains moving. A shortage of drivers has persisted for years. Turning first to men and women who served their country offers a straightforward way to strengthen that backbone without relying on imported labor that sometimes bypasses proper channels. Many veterans leave the military with discipline, mechanical knowledge, and experience handling large rigs under pressure. Giving them a smoother path to civilian careers aligns incentives well.
Language barriers add another layer worth considering. Data on commercial licensing shows that a notable portion of recent immigrant applicants struggle with English proficiency, which is required for safe operation, reading signs, communicating at weigh stations, and understanding federal regulations. When non-English speakers obtain CDLs through uneven state processes, it raises legitimate questions about road safety and fairness in hiring. Veterans, by contrast, bring proven records and full command of the language needed to do the job right. Prioritizing these veterans also carries clear human benefits. Many face higher risks of unemployment or homelessness after leaving service. Stable, well-paying trucking work can provide the structure and income to rebuild civilian life. Studies and program outcomes have shown that veterans in transportation roles often thrive, bringing reliability that employers value. This initiative quietly supports them without fanfare, focusing on results over rhetoric.
Critics may frame the enforcement against unauthorized licenses as harsh. Yet the reality is simpler. Federal rules exist for a reason. When states issued tens of thousands of commercial licenses to individuals whose legal status did not qualify them, it created distortions in the labor market. Enforcing those rules and backfilling with citizens is not punishment. It is basic order. Pennsylvania and New York faced funding consequences for resisting audits and revocations, highlighting how uneven application of the law burdens taxpayers and legitimate workers. The broader principle here is straightforward. America should take care of its own first, especially those who wore the uniform. Veterans already proved their capability in uniform. Extending opportunity to them in a critical industry like trucking represents sound policy. It reduces dependence on uncertain foreign labor pools and invests in people who have invested in the country.
Implementation details will matter. States need clear guidance to process applications efficiently. Training programs should expand where demand exists. But the direction is right. By leveraging military experience and enforcing immigration rules consistently, policymakers can ease driver shortages while delivering on obligations to veterans. In an economy that still demands reliable freight movement, this targeted approach deserves support. It puts capable Americans back on the road where they belong. |
Jessica Tarlov Thought She Was Schooling Her Co-Hosts. She Got Humiliated Instead.
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Friday night's episode of The Five gave viewers a masterclass in what happens when a liberal co-host way out of her depth tries to lecture the panel and ends up lecturing herself into a corner. Jessica Tarlov set out to catch her conservative colleagues in a supposed contradiction on socialism. She walked out of the segment looking like a fool in the process. Tarlov opened by accusing Greg Gutfeld and Jesse Watters of hypocrisy over the Trump administration's equity stakes in companies such as U.S. Steel and Intel, arguing that conservatives have been throwing around the word "socialist" for years without meaning it. "You've been calling every Democratic candidate for over a decade a socialist or communist," Tarlov said. Gutfeld wasn't having it. "The socialists are calling themselves socialists! We didn't name them the DSA," he said. That’s the big problem with Tarlov’s argument. She thinks Republicans are just tossing the label “socialist” out there as if it were an overused pejorative, but the truth is the socialist insurgency that’s going on right now in the party is happening with candidates who are openly calling themselves socialists and are associated with the Democratic Socialists of America. Undeterred, Tarlov pressed her theory that the Trump administration taking a government stake in a private company is functionally the same as socialism, maybe even communism, and that her co-hosts were too busy defending Trump to notice. Gutfeld asked her to actually make the case. "Explain the stake and how it works, please. Like, how is that the same as socialism?" he said. ICYMI: You Need to Watch What Elon Musk Just Did to The Economist's Editor-in-Chief Watters jumped in with the obvious counterpoint. "He's not controlling the company, he's just putting money into it, it's industrial policy," Watters said. Tarlov kept trying, bless her heart. "They have to pay a tithe to the U.S. government. Everyone knows that, that's why they show up in the Oval Office." Gutfeld tried again with an example that undercuts her framing entirely. "What about Tesla? This happens a lot, the government gives money, loans, money gets paid back," he said. Tarlov expects us to believe that government investment in industry counts as socialism... at least when Trump does it, while brushing past every instance of Democrat presidents propping up private companies. She tried to draw a technical distinction anyway. "It is part ownership of an American company that is supposed to be distinct from the government. If you are not being massive hypocrites, but you are, and we are out of time," she said. That's when Watters landed the finishing blow. "So you should love it then, right? Because you're a liberal," he said. By the time Tarlov tried pivoting to polling numbers and tariff revenue, Watters had already stopped taking her seriously. "You're just rambling," he said.
Tarlov walked into that segment trying to catch her co-hosts in a gotcha. Instead, Gutfeld and Watters made her look like the fool that she is. |
Feeding Our Future Fraudster Gets 10 More Years for Trying to Buy a Verdict
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Another person has been sentenced to prison related to the $250 million Feeding Our Future fraud scheme. Abdiaziz Shafii Farah, 37,
was sentenced to 120 months’ imprisonment for attempting to bribe a federal juror during his 2024 fraud trial. He was sentenced before U.S. District Judge Eric C. Tostrud in St. Paul on July 22, 2026.
Abdiaziz Farah was previously sentenced on August 6, 2025, for his role in exploiting a federally funded child nutrition program. “Tampering with a juror is an assault on the integrity of the courts and the foundation of our democracy,” said United States Attorney Daniel N. Rosen. “This sentence sends an unmistakable message that justice is not for sale.” Court documents say that shortly after jury selection in Farah’s 2024 trial for his role in the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme, Farah and several of his associates, including Ladan Mohamed Ali, 33, Abdulkarim Shafii Farah, 25, Said Shafii Farah, 44, and Abdimajid Mohamed Nur, 25, conspired to bribe one of the jurors in exchange for a not‑guilty verdict. “Today’s sentencing highlights the seriousness of attempting to corrupt the justice system. Abdiaziz Farah was already serving a significant sentence for defrauding the Federal Child Nutrition Program, and this additional conviction shows that efforts to bribe a jury will be met with firm consequences,” said FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge Benni Jonsson, who is in charge of the FBI Minneapolis Criminal Branch. “The FBI, along with federal prosecutors, will continue pursuing accountability for those charged in this case and anyone who attempts to undermine the integrity of our judicial process.” Among other things, Farah and his co‑conspirators researched the juror online, surveilled her home, and tracked her movements. “Abdiaziz Farah had already been held accountable for stealing from a program meant to feed children, yet he still chose to recruit others to help corrupt the justice system by bribing a juror,” said Adam Jobes, Special Agent in Charge, IRS Criminal Investigation, Chicago Field Office. “When someone tries to buy a verdict, they are attacking the integrity of every courtroom and every citizen who depends on a fair trial. This sentence should leave no doubt that anyone who tries to manipulate our judicial process will be found, prosecuted, and held accountable.” On June 2, 2024, Ladan Ali delivered a bag containing $120,000 in cash to the juror’s residence, with a promise of more money if the juror voted to acquit. The juror immediately reported the bribery attempt to law enforcement. The following morning, the Court ordered Farah to surrender his phone to law enforcement. Before doing so, however, Farah conducted a factory reset to delete evidence of his involvement in the bribery scheme. Earlier this week, the 70th defendant in the fraud scheme pleaded guilty. “Today’s sentencing reflects the outstanding collaboration of law enforcement and the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Minnesota” said Bryan Musgrove, Inspector in Charge of the Denver Division of the United States Postal Inspection Service. “Postal Inspectors worked closely with our partners to hold Abdiaziz Farah accountable for his crimes. Despite the defendant’s efforts to abuse the legal process, justice prevailed.” This case is the result of an investigation conducted by the FBI with assistance from IRS – Criminal Investigation, the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. “When Farah and his co-conspirators filled that bag with money, they were attempting not only to commit bribery, but to undermine the sanctity of our criminal justice system,” said Bureau of Criminal Apprehension Superintendent Drew Evans. “I am proud of our work alongside our criminal justice partners to identify these criminals and help bring them to justice.” Assistant United States Attorneys Rebecca E. Kline and Matthew C. Murphy prosecuted the case. |
Vehicle Rams Crowd at Berlin Pride Parade, Killing One, Injuring 15
One person is dead, and more than a dozen others were injured after someone drove a white vehicle into a Pride event in Berlin, Germany around 10 PM local time.
Law enforcement is searching for the driver.
#Update
— The Mexico Times (@mexicotimes) July 25, 2026
Shortly before 10 pm local, driver of a white minivan is said to have struck #Pride participants at #Ahornsteig in greater #Tiergarten #Berlin #Germany, leaving numerous injured, several with life-threatening injuries. Manhunt for suspect(s) continues. https://t.co/cBVhe9pfoz
— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) July 25, 2026🇩🇪 Update from Berlin: At least one person is dead and more than a dozen are injured after a van drove into the crowd at the city’s LGBTQ+ pride event.
Authorities are still hunting for one or more suspects while evacuating the area.
Writer: Claudio
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— OSINT News (@OSINTNewsqrb) July 25, 2026UPDATE: One person has died and at least 15 others were injured after a vehicle rammed into participants at the Christopher Street Day (CSD) Pride Parade in Berlin, Germany.
The suspect is still at large. https://t.co/JHnQlBRdVj pic.twitter.com/97epVSWph7
Multiple people reported struck after vehicle rams into crowd at Christopher Street Day event in Berlin -BILD https://t.co/heweK6iW41
— Open Source Intel (@Osint613) July 25, 2026
— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) July 25, 2026🚨 JUST NOW: VEHICLE RAMMING attack in Berlin, Germany causes at 1 death and over a dozen injuries, "ONE OR MORE SUSPECTS" are being hunted down right now
Another vehicle attack in Europe.
The West should not have to live like this!
Pray for the victims 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/FiHH0josRE
Troy Jackson clenches Democrat nomination for Maine Senate race, replacing Graham Platner
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Troy Jackson clenched the Democrat nomination for the Maine Senate race, replacing Graham Platner, who suspended his campaign amidst scandals and allegations. Jackson, a former Maine state senator, received 566 votes at the Democrat party’s state convention on Saturday, while his competitor, Saundra Pelletier, only received five votes.
Former Senate hopeful Graham Platner, who faced numerous scandals during his campaign run, dropped out of the race following a rape allegation from an ex-girlfriend. Platner denied any such allegation, dismissing it as false, though he still withdrew from the race, purportedly because of the political reality of the situation. A number of candidates threw their hats in the ring to replace Platner, including transgender-identifying candidate Ashley Webb, who gained fame online for last week’s debate performance, including listing “songwriting” as a qualification for the U.S. Senate. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) and Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee Chair Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) released a joint statement on Saturday about Jackson winning the nomination.
Now that Jackson has gained the Democrat nomination, he is set to face off against Republican incumbent Susan Collins (R-Maine) for the seat in November. |
Anwar Jibawi: The American Success Story Defying Coastal Elites
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Anwar Jibawi’s rise is exactly the kind of American success story conservatives should celebrate: a kid from humble beginnings who turned six-second sketches into a multi-million-dollar creative business and a massive audience that bypasses the legacy gatekeepers. Forbes put the spotlight on him for a reason, profiling how short-form comedy became a legitimate path to wealth and cultural influence in the creator economy. This is the entrepreneurial grit our country was built on, not the entitlement narrative the coastal elites keep selling. He tells a familiar story of using humor to survive and succeed — the class clown who used comedy to fend off bullies, who dropped out of college to pursue a craft that actually worked, and who accidentally went viral with a prank so ridiculous it stopped freeway traffic. Those moments of raw creativity, not permission from institutions, launched a career that conservative Americans can admire: hard work, risk-taking, and owning the results. The recent Forbes interview lays out that origin clearly and honestly. Anwar’s time living in the now-legendary 1600 Vine apartment building — the scrappy incubator where creators like King Bach, Lele Pons, and others sharpened their skills — shows how free markets and optional collaboration, not centralized studios, create cultural stars. That messy, competitive ecosystem produced entertainers who built businesses from the ground up, and it’s something the left’s top-down cultural managers never seem to understand. Creators pooled talent, learned fast, and monetized what the mainstream once ignored. Look at the numbers: whether you measure combined reach or platform-by-platform audiences, Anwar’s following is in the millions across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram — proof that audiences still reward good content, not just woke messaging. These aren’t campaign rallies; they’re consumers voting with views and subscriptions, and creators like Anwar answer that demand with product and humor. The data on his cross-platform influence is plain to see and impossible to spin away. What stands out from the Forbes conversation is his business discipline: repurposing older content smartly, refusing deals that would undercut his credibility, and planning a deliberate pivot into feature films and other ventures. He even parlayed online fame into real-world businesses, like a restaurant project with his family, proving that digital success can translate into traditional entrepreneurship. That savvy is the exact opposite of the hollow celebrity culture the left glorifies — it’s disciplined, strategic, and accountable to customers. For conservatives who still believe in self-reliance and the dignity of work, Anwar’s story is a reminder: culture can be created outside the bureaucratic studios and sermonizing elites. Support creators who build, who hustle, and who keep their audiences first — not the agenda-peddlers who want to control the narrative. If America is going to stay prosperous and free, we should cheer on people who build businesses and make people laugh, not those who beg permission from the cultural commissars. |
Huckabee Slams NYC Mayor: Dangerous Rhetoric Fuels Antisemitism
Mike Huckabee didn’t mince words when he called out New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for what he called reckless, dangerous rhetoric that has consequences for Jewish New Yorkers. As the U.S. ambassador to Israel, Huckabee has repeatedly warned that public officials must choose language that calms, not inflames — and he labeled Mamdani’s recent statements as not just ill-advised but morally wrong.
The spike in antisemitic incidents across New York City is undeniable and terrifying for families trying to live normal lives in our greatest city. National audits and reporting have shown New York leading the nation in reported antisemitic incidents, and community leaders say people are changing their routines out of fear.
This isn’t an abstract debate over foreign policy — it’s simple cause and effect. When the mayor of America’s largest city uses inflammatory anti-Israel language, refuses to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Jewish New Yorkers at city events, or publicly singles out organizations and donors, it sends a signal to fringe actors that their hatred will be tolerated. That signal bleeds into the streets and into real-world violence.
The situation has already produced horrifying real-world incidents: an improvised explosive device was thrown near Gracie Mansion during clashes between protesters and counterprotesters, prompting an FBI terrorism probe and arrests. Law-and-order conservatives are right to demand answers about why the mayor’s rhetoric and priorities appear to distract from the practical work of keeping New Yorkers safe.
Community watchdogs and Jewish organizations have not been silent; they’ve repeatedly warned that the mayor’s tone and certain statements wound the city’s social fabric and empower extremists. Instead of lectures on geopolitics from the steps of City Hall, New Yorkers deserve consistent, unequivocal condemnations of antisemitism and clear action to protect houses of worship, schools, and neighborhoods.
Mayor Mamdani can reverse this damage with one simple step: lead responsibly. Adopt widely accepted definitions and tools to fight antisemitism, fully support NYPD hate-crimes enforcement, and stop using the bully pulpit to score political points about a foreign capital while constituents on our streets face danger. The city’s safety and cohesion depend on it.
Patriots who love New York and respect the rule of law will not stand by while moral clarity is sacrificed for political theater. Huckabee and other leaders are sounding the alarm because ordinary New Yorkers — shopkeepers, parents, veterans — deserve a mayor who unites and protects, not one whose rhetoric hands excuses to those who wish to do harm. The time for tough accountability and real leadership is now.
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