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    • Staying informed about global events and potential influencesChumba Casino offers entertainment, Hollywood may be influenced by China, Biden's border policies create concerns, stay informed and question motivations

      Chumba Casino provides a free and convenient way to add excitement to mundane days through social casino style games, while Hollywood may be under the influence of the Chinese Communist Party, potentially shaping blockbuster films. In international news, President Biden's border policies continue to be a concern, with his recent actions seemingly encouraging illegal immigration and creating a crisis situation. Despite visiting the border and meeting with the Mexican president, Biden's plan appears to involve making it easier for people to enter the country rather than addressing the root causes or securing the border. These issues underscore the importance of staying informed and questioning the motivations behind certain policies and actions.

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      Consumers have the power to support their values through their cell phone bills by switching to Patriot Mobile. This conservative-leaning carrier allows customers to keep their same phones and numbers while contributing to causes they believe in, including First and Second Amendment rights, protecting unborn lives, and adoption support. At the same time, they can save money on their bills. In contrast, the Biden administration and its allies, such as Mexican President AMLO, prioritize open borders and liberal ideologies over border security and preventing the entry of drugs and criminals. The White House's "Declaration of North America" document highlights this, with principles focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, climate change, competitiveness, migration and development, and health, but no mention of border security or the cartels. This disregard for border security has led to record numbers of migrants and refugees entering the country, contributing to the ongoing crisis of illegal immigration and drug-related deaths.

    • Mexico-US Border: Trump's Tough Stance and AMLO's AgreementTrump's tough stance and credible threat led to an agreement keeping asylum seekers in Mexico, reducing illegal immigration to the US to the lowest levels in 45 years, while Biden's perceived weakness undermines border security.

      During the Trump administration, President Trump's threat of imposing a 25% tariff on goods coming from Mexico led Mexican President AMLO to sign an agreement keeping asylum seekers in Mexico while their US cases were being processed. This agreement significantly reduced illegal immigration to the US to the lowest levels in 45 years. Trump's tough stance and credible threat were effective in securing the border, unlike the current administration under President Biden, who is perceived as weak and uninterested in securing the border. The political implications of this situation reveal that fear and the perception of strength can be powerful motivators in international relations.

    • Biden's Open Border Policy Praised by Mexico President Despite American OppositionThe Biden administration's open border policy is not in line with American values and was praised by Mexico's president, while Democrats hide border chaos from public view

      The Biden administration's open border policy is a radical position that goes against the wishes of the majority of Americans. This was evident when the president of Mexico publicly praised the U.S. for its open border, which most American presidents would not want. The Democrats have given their agenda on various issues, including immigration, to radical groups, and they're not hiding their open border stance. The administration knew about the chaos at the border but took steps to hide it during the president's visit to El Paso. They cleared out homeless illegal immigrants and arrested people to clean up the area for a 24-hour period, ensuring the president wouldn't see the chaos. The media's corruption plays a role in not reporting on this issue, allowing the administration to continue hiding the truth from the public.

    • Border Crisis Ignored by Biden AdministrationThe Biden administration is ignoring the border crisis, allowing for record profits for cartels through human and drug trafficking, and Democrats are not intending to stop it.

      The current border crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border is not being addressed by the Biden administration, and the situation is being deliberately ignored despite the human suffering and illegal activities that are occurring. The speakers argue that this is due to the support of the open borders agenda by the press and the Democratic Party. They claim that the cartels are making record profits from human trafficking and drug trafficking, and that Joe Biden's presidency has been beneficial for these criminal organizations. They also mention that last year saw a record number of illegal border crossings in Texas, and that the Democrats are not intending to stop the crisis. Additionally, they discuss the Democrats' response to losing on certain issues, such as reparations and attempts to silence criticism of minorities.

    • Misunderstanding and Ignorance towards AR-15sDespite media misinformation, the AR-15 is a semiautomatic weapon, not an automatic one, and bans based on misunderstanding can be detrimental.

      There is a misunderstanding and ignorance regarding firearms, particularly the AR-15, among some individuals and the media. New customers of Consumer Cellular can currently receive their second month free by signing up and using the promo code "monthfree" by May 31st. Meanwhile, there are ongoing efforts to ban AR-15s, with some politicians and media figures advocating for this despite not fully understanding what the weapon is. Geraldo Rivera, for example, referred to the AR-15 as an automatic rifle on Fox News, which is incorrect. The AR-15 is a semiautomatic weapon, meaning one bullet is fired each time the trigger is pulled. The difference is significant, as automatic rifles have been functionally illegal in the US for over 80 years. The ignorance and apathy of some individuals and the media towards firearms can lead to misinformation and unnecessary bans. It is essential to educate ourselves on the facts and understand the differences between various types of firearms.

    • New Illinois law targets semiautomatic weapons, raises concerns of gun confiscationNew Illinois law bans semiautomatic weapons, disproportionately affects law-abiding citizens, and overlooks the importance of self-defense and constitutional rights

      The recent gun control law signed by the Democratic governor of Illinois, banning all semiautomatic weapons, is a significant step towards gun confiscation. Despite the law being challenged and many sheriffs refusing to enforce it, residents who do not register their weapons will face fines and felony charges. This law, which disproportionately affects law-abiding citizens, is hypocritical as those in power are protected by armed security. The strict gun control laws in Chicago, which already has some of the highest crime rates, show that disarming law-abiding citizens does not reduce crime. The Democrats' solution to gun violence overlooks the importance of self-defense and the constitutional rights of citizens.

    • Democrats use government power to punish enemies, reward friendsDemocrats push for gun registries, increase monitoring of transactions, while Republicans like Cornyn defend Second Amendment rights

      The Democrat party's approach to politics involves using government power to punish their perceived enemies and reward their friends. This was evident during the debate over Joe Biden's illegal COVID vaccine mandates, where the White House encouraged compliance even after the mandates had been struck down by the courts. Gun owners and Second Amendment advocates are particularly concerned about Democrats' efforts to create gun registries and increase government monitoring of gun transactions. Senator Cornyn has been leading the fight against gun registries in the Senate and has a history of defending Second Amendment rights, including in the landmark Heller case. When new gun control legislation was being considered in the aftermath of the Sandy Hook shooting, Cornyn led the opposition and successfully defeated the bills in the Senate.

    • Democrats pushing for gun registries and potential confiscationDespite leniency towards releasing violent criminals, Democrats aim to establish gun registries, risking potential confiscation from law-abiding citizens, contrasting historical actions in other countries. Conservatives' recent committee wins offer hope to prevent such infringements.

      While some politicians propose laws focusing on criminals and mental health, others, such as Democrats, are pushing for gun registries with the ultimate goal of confiscating firearms from law-abiding citizens. This contrasts with their leniency towards releasing violent criminals from prison. The fear is that once a registry is established, it could be used to forcibly disarm citizens. History shows that similar actions have occurred in other countries. The recent victory for conservatives in securing key committee positions is a positive step towards preventing such infringements on the Second Amendment.

    • Speaker fight results in power shift for conservativesConservatives used threat of losing committees to gain more power and investigate potential Biden admin abuse

      The recent speaker fight in the House Republican conference, which was met with criticism and fear from some, ultimately resulted in major concessions and a significant shift in power for conservative members. The threat of being stripped of committees if they voted against Kevin McCarthy for speaker backfired, leading to a larger number of rebels and the placement of many of them on the House Oversight Committee, giving them the ability to investigate potential abuse of power from the Biden administration. This fight demonstrates the importance of standing up for principles and conservative values, and it could be a crucial step towards winning back the Senate, holding the House majority, and eventually regaining the White House.

    • Supporting principled conservatives and their causesInvesting in and supporting strong conservatives, whether in politics or entertainment, is crucial for upholding our values and is worth the effort.

      Fighting for principled conservatives and supporting their campaigns is worth the effort. These moments of success, no matter how rare, remind us of the importance of our cause. For donors, finding and backing strong conservatives is a worthwhile investment. Senator Ted Cruz emphasized the significance of these victories and encouraged listeners to enjoy and appreciate them. Additionally, the entertainment industry is facing external pressures, with major studios making decisions to appease the Chinese Communist Party for distribution in China. Tiffany Meyer's documentary, "Hollywood Takeover," sheds light on this issue and is a must-watch for those interested in the subject. In summary, whether it's politics or entertainment, standing up for our values and supporting those who share them is essential and worth the fight. Don't forget to subscribe, review, and share this podcast with your network.

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