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Paul Barnes
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This is my private account. I am retired and doing a podcast. I have a nine month old who keeps me super busy, but I love it, she’s amazing. I’m an American living overseas. The Clint Initiative Podcast is my other account. Yes, I am, A Rainbow American.
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CAUSE AND EFFECT: Just leaving this here. Obviously the narco terrorists in the Carribean aren’t the real problem.
El Chapo's family crosses into US - Questions arise over... YouTube • Al Jazeera English May 14, 2025 Mexico's security minister on Tuesday told a radio show that he believes the two men's relatives coming across is part of ... 2:03 El Chapo's family crosses into US, but questions arise over... USA Today May 14, 2025 It's a grainy video but it shows members of the family of El Chapo hin Guzman heading across the border suitcases. 2:31 El Chapo's family enters the U.S. in San Ysidro NBC 7 San Diego May 14, 2025 More than a dozen of his family members just entered the United States through here in San Diego it's part of a deal as... Son of "El Chapo" pleads guilty to U.S. drug trafficking charges OCBS NEWS • 2 hours ago
December 2, 2025 at 1:22 AM
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Without any identification. Just looking at this picture. Many words come to mind.
December 1, 2025 at 11:32 PM
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Talking out of both sides of their mouth as usual. Never forget this also happened.
El Chapo's family crosses into US - Questions arise over... YouTube • Al Jazeera English May 14, 2025 Mexico's security minister on Tuesday told a radio show that he believes the two men's relatives coming across is part of ... 2:03 El Chapo's family crosses into US, but questions arise over... USA Today May 14, 2025 It's a grainy video but it shows members of the family of El Chapo hin Guzman heading across the border suitcases. 2:31 El Chapo's family enters the U.S. in San Ysidro NBC 7 San Diego May 14, 2025 More than a dozen of his family members just entered the United States through here in San Diego it's part of a deal as...
December 1, 2025 at 2:47 AM
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The actual interpretation presented in the actual UCMJ is unambiguous. Our president is a moron and picking the wrong fight.
Under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), service members must refuse orders that are patently illegal, such as those that violate the Constitution, federal law, or the laws of war. Following an unlawful order can expose a service member to legal consequences, including prosecution. Refusing an unlawful order, however, does not violate the UCMJ, though service members may face a legal battle to prove the order was unlawful. What is an illegal order? An order is considered illegal if it: o • Directs the commission of a crime, like targeting civilians, torturing prisoners, or looting. • Violates the Constitution, U.S. federal laws, or applicable international law. • An example is an order to engage in domestic law enforcement against legal protest, which would violate First Amendment rights. • An order is also illegal if the issuing officer does not have the authority to give it.
November 28, 2025 at 9:06 PM
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Deadly grift….. Recent studies estimate that continued defunding of
USAID could lead to over 14 million preventable deaths globally by 2030. So far it’s estimated 300 thousand have died. Musk is a mass murderer.
Recent studies estimate that continued defunding of USAID could lead to over 14 million preventable deaths globally by 2030, including 4.5 million children under five, due to the loss of programs that combat infectious diseases and malnutrition. Some analyses suggest that the dismantling of the agency has already resulted in hundreds of thousands of deaths, though some government officials dispute these figures. Estimated deaths by 2030 • Total deaths: Over 14 million preventable deaths could occur by 2030. • Child deaths: This includes an estimated 4.5 million children under the age of five. • Causes: These deaths are linked to the halting of programs that address infectious diseases like HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis, as well as efforts to combat malnutrition and improve maternal and child health. @
November 26, 2025 at 6:24 PM
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When you pick your legal scholars……
They let you do anything.
The Trump administration has not dismantled the entire Judge Advocate General's Corps (JAG), but in February 2025, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired the top uniformed lawyers for the Army and Air Force and requested a nomination for the Navy JAG position, which was already vacant. This action was part of a wider purge of senior military and government officials and has been met with significant controversy and legal challenges. Details of the Actions • Firings and Replacements: The administration dismissed the Army JAG, Lt. Gen. Joseph B. Berger Ill, and Air Force JAG, Lt. Gen. Charles Plummer, arguing it was "time for fresh blood" and that the previous officers were not well-suited for their roles. The administration sought new, "merit-based" nominations for these positions. • Concerns over Independence: Critics, including former military lawyers and lawmakers, have expressed serious concerns that the firings are an attempt to replace independent legal counsel with political loyalists who might not challenge potentially unlawful orders. JAG officers are responsible for providing independent legal advice to military commanders and ensuring actions comply with the law of war and the Constitution. • Impact on the Rule of Law: The move is viewed by many as an attack on the rule of law within the military and could undermine commanders' access to frank, unbiased legal advice, potentially leading to catastrophic errors in judgment.
November 26, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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They should all be reminded that this happened.
The Trump administration has not dismantled the entire Judge Advocate General's Corps (JAG), but in February 2025, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired the top uniformed lawyers for the Army and Air Force and requested a nomination for the Navy JAG position, which was already vacant. This action was part of a wider purge of senior military and government officials and has been met with significant controversy and legal challenges. Details of the Actions • Firings and Replacements: The administration dismissed the Army JAG, Lt. Gen. Joseph B. Berger Ill, and Air Force JAG, Lt. Gen. Charles Plummer, arguing it was "time for fresh blood" and that the previous officers were not well-suited for their roles. The administration sought new, "merit-based" nominations for these positions. • Concerns over Independence: Critics, including former military lawyers and lawmakers, have expressed serious concerns that the firings are an attempt to replace independent legal counsel with political loyalists who might not challenge potentially unlawful orders. JAG officers are responsible for providing independent legal advice to military commanders and ensuring actions comply with the law of war and the Constitution. • Impact on the Rule of Law: The move is viewed by many as an attack on the rule of law within the military and could undermine commanders' access to frank, unbiased legal advice, potentially leading to catastrophic errors in judgment.
November 25, 2025 at 11:30 PM
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Just leaving this here.
The Trump administration has not dismantled the entire Judge Advocate General's Corps (JAG), but in February 2025, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired the top uniformed lawyers for the Army and Air Force and requested a nomination for the Navy JAG position, which was already vacant. This action was part of a wider purge of senior military and government officials and has been met with significant controversy and legal challenges. Details of the Actions • Firings and Replacements: The administration dismissed the Army JAG, Lt. Gen. Joseph B. Berger Ill, and Air Force JAG, Lt. Gen. Charles Plummer, arguing it was "time for fresh blood" and that the previous officers were not well-suited for their roles. The administration sought new, "merit-based" nominations for these positions. • Concerns over Independence: Critics, including former military lawyers and lawmakers, have expressed serious concerns that the firings are an attempt to replace independent legal counsel with political loyalists who might not challenge potentially unlawful orders. JAG officers are responsible for providing independent legal advice to military commanders and ensuring actions comply with the law of war and the Constitution. • Impact on the Rule of Law: The move is viewed by many as an attack on the rule of law within the military and could undermine commanders' access to frank, unbiased legal advice, potentially leading to catastrophic errors in judgment.
November 25, 2025 at 11:12 PM
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Well. Yeah. Remember this:
The Trump administration has not dismantled the entire Judge Advocate General's Corps (JAG), but in February 2025, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired the top uniformed lawyers for the Army and Air Force and requested a nomination for the Navy JAG position, which was already vacant. This action was part of a wider purge of senior military and government officials and has been met with significant controversy and legal challenges. Details of the Actions • Firings and Replacements: The administration dismissed the Army JAG, Lt. Gen. Joseph B. Berger Ill, and Air Force JAG, Lt. Gen. Charles Plummer, arguing it was "time for fresh blood" and that the previous officers were not well-suited for their roles. The administration sought new, "merit-based" nominations for these positions. • Concerns over Independence: Critics, including former military lawyers and lawmakers, have expressed serious concerns that the firings are an attempt to replace independent legal counsel with political loyalists who might not challenge potentially unlawful orders. JAG officers are responsible for providing independent legal advice to military commanders and ensuring actions comply with the law of war and the Constitution. • Impact on the Rule of Law: The move is viewed by many as an attack on the rule of law within the military and could undermine commanders' access to frank, unbiased legal advice, potentially leading to catastrophic errors in judgment.
November 25, 2025 at 11:08 PM
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Let us not forget. In this whole discussion of illegal orders…..
The Trump administration has not dismantled the entire Judge Advocate General's Corps (JAG), but in February 2025, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired the top uniformed lawyers for the Army and Air Force and requested a nomination for the Navy JAG position, which was already vacant. This action was part of a wider purge of senior military and government officials and has been met with significant controversy and legal challenges. Details of the Actions • Firings and Replacements: The administration dismissed the Army JAG, Lt. Gen. Joseph B. Berger Ill, and Air Force JAG, Lt. Gen. Charles Plummer, arguing it was "time for fresh blood" and that the previous officers were not well-suited for their roles. The administration sought new, "merit-based" nominations for these positions. • Concerns over Independence: Critics, including former military lawyers and lawmakers, have expressed serious concerns that the firings are an attempt to replace independent legal counsel with political loyalists who might not challenge potentially unlawful orders. JAG officers are responsible for providing independent legal advice to military commanders and ensuring actions comply with the law of war and the Constitution. • Impact on the Rule of Law: The move is viewed by many as an attack on the rule of law within the military and could undermine commanders' access to frank, unbiased legal advice, potentially leading to catastrophic errors in judgment.
November 25, 2025 at 10:54 PM
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If soldiers are approaching their representatives about the orders they are receiving. It’s a clear sign we have a serious problem.

Let us never forget.
The Trump administration has not dismantled the entire Judge Advocate General's Corps (JAG), but in February 2025, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired the top uniformed lawyers for the Army and Air Force and requested a nomination for the Navy JAG position, which was already vacant. This action was part of a wider purge of senior military and government officials and has been met with significant controversy and legal challenges. Details of the Actions • Firings and Replacements: The administration dismissed the Army JAG, Lt. Gen. Joseph B. Berger Ill, and Air Force JAG, Lt. Gen. Charles Plummer, arguing it was "time for fresh blood" and that the previous officers were not well-suited for their roles. The administration sought new, "merit-based" nominations for these positions. • Concerns over Independence: Critics, including former military lawyers and lawmakers, have expressed serious concerns that the firings are an attempt to replace independent legal counsel with political loyalists who might not challenge potentially unlawful orders. JAG officers are responsible for providing independent legal advice to military commanders and ensuring actions comply with the law of war and the Constitution. • Impact on the Rule of Law: The move is viewed by many as an attack on the rule of law within the military and could undermine commanders' access to frank, unbiased legal advice, potentially leading to catastrophic errors in judgment.
November 25, 2025 at 10:53 PM
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The ONLY success of DOGE. If the question is how to get a trillion dollar raise, this must be the deadly answer.
Recent studies estimate that continued defunding of USAID could lead to over 14 million preventable deaths globally by 2030, including 4.5 million children under five, due to the loss of programs that combat infectious diseases and malnutrition. Some analyses suggest that the dismantling of the agency has already resulted in hundreds of thousands of deaths, though some government officials dispute these figures. Estimated deaths by 2030 • Total deaths: Over 14 million preventable deaths could occur by 2030. • Child deaths: This includes an estimated 4.5 million children under the age of five. • Causes: These deaths are linked to the halting of programs that address infectious diseases like HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis, as well as efforts to combat malnutrition and improve maternal and child health. @
November 25, 2025 at 6:19 AM
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That’s like asking me to imagine waking up in a burning house….. he won’t be president, but some damage is irreversible. The east wing is not coming back. The people shot out of the water near Venezuela will still be dead. 300k have died because USAID was killed, more will die. Naw this is bunk!
November 17, 2025 at 12:34 PM
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DEMOCRATS DO THIS NOW: Propose for 2026 that the income cap be $350k. Be serious about it and push for it. Then settle for raising it to $200k. Thank me later.
The Social Security income cap for 2025 is $176,100. This is the maximum amount of earnings subject to Social Security tax, meaning any income above this amount is not taxed for Social Security purposes. The cap is also referred to as the maximum taxable earnings limit and increases each year.
November 17, 2025 at 12:26 PM
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I want to thank all of those who helped this is my final post. Thank you again. My Cashapp is still open $CycleForwardMovies
When the worst happens and you survive with your family intact. Decisions need to be made and actions taken. I am thankful to all who helped. Now, I will help myself and my family, by being better prepared and knowing; there will be a next time. There's always a next time. Still taking any help at CashApp $CycleForwardMovies this is my final post as we clean up. At least I have solar so we have power.
November 13, 2025 at 5:29 AM
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DEVASTATING VIEW: The inside of our home after the flood. Still accepting any financial assistance at CashApp: $CycleForwardMovies
DEVASTATING VIEW: The inside of our home after the flood. Still accepting any financial assistance at CashApp: $CycleForwardMovies
November 10, 2025 at 1:59 AM
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“Jimmy Kimmel's Wife Reveals 'Strain' with Relatives Who Support Donald Trump:” I saw this and it made my blood boil. Anyone else? He tore down the east wing of the White House. He is starving Americans and fighting to do it. How can anyone STILL support this troll!!!
Jimmy Kimmel's Wife Reveals 'Strain' with Relatives Who Support Donald Trump: 'My Husband Is Out There Fighting This Man'
November 10, 2025 at 12:20 AM
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Cornell???? More like Death nell for Cornell! Pathetic.
Cornell's endowment was valued at approximately $11.8 billion as of the end of fiscal year 2025, following a 12.3% return on its investments. This value represents growth from the previous fiscal year, when the endowment was valued at $10.7 billion. The largest portions of the endowment's funds are allocated to academic programs and research, and financial aid.
November 9, 2025 at 4:04 AM
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Need more examples??
The Christian Science Monitor https://www.csmonitor.com Why Democrats are pushing a series of bills doomed to fail Sep 22, 2010 - Democrats have put three hot-button issues atop their agenda this week - 'don't ask, don't tell,' immigration reform, and campaign finance ...
November 9, 2025 at 2:33 AM
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EMERGENCY CALL: As Typhoon two makes land fall. Cashapp $CycleForwardMovies
An unfortunate circle of life Sometimes you get to help others Sometimes you need help This is one of those times for me Stuck in a super typhoon, you see Two down and one to go Any financial assistance will be appreciated Cashapp is the only way I can secure cash for now. $CycleForwardMovies Thank you in advance and rather you can give or not, may your good fortune be enhanced. Repost and share to spread good fortune far and wide. Satellite rendering shows tropical cyclone Uwan taken as of 3:00 p.m. on Nov. 8, 2025. MANILA, Philippines - Follow this page for updates on "Uwan," (International name: Fung-Wong), the 21st tropical cyclone to enter the Philippine area of responsibility this year.
November 9, 2025 at 1:28 AM
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Round two coming up with UWan. Any assistance is still appreciated @ CashApp $CycleForwardMovies
Satellite rendering shows tropical cyclone Uwan taken as of 3:00 p.m. on Nov. 8, 2025. MANILA, Philippines - Follow this page for updates on "Uwan," (International name: Fung-Wong), the 21st tropical cyclone to enter the Philippine area of responsibility this year.
November 8, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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This says it all…..
SUPERMAN'S BLOW RADIATES LIKE A THUNDERCLAP, SHATTERING THE NAZI OF HARMLESS SMASHE SHATLECNO THE LISTEN UP, FOLKS. WHAT YOU WANT BUT E WALE NEVER BE A CHAMPION OF I AM AN AMERICAN! STERVE NOSE AUST CHAMPION DE TOLERANCE AND DIVERSITY - JUSTICE AND KINDNESS! GENOCIDE! THATS WHAT BEING HUMAN BEING--MEANS! SHAME ON YOU YOU THINK CIERMISE
November 7, 2025 at 7:38 AM
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EMERGENCY CALL: The typhoon here in the Philippines hit me and my family hard we are evacuating. Any financial assistance is appreciated CashApp is the only app working for me now. $CycleForwardMovies any amount is appreciated. Thank you all in advance.
November 7, 2025 at 1:45 AM
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David Hogg tried that.
The New York Times https://www.nytimes.com David Hogg to Exit DNC After Backlash to His Primary Plan Jun 11, 2025 - David Hogg, the young vice chair of the Democratic National Committee who divided the party over his plans to intervene in primary races against sitting ...
October 31, 2025 at 11:34 PM
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Growing my Santa beard for Christmas!
October 31, 2025 at 3:23 PM