News & Updates
During a wide-ranging interview late last month, President Trump reaffirmed his commitment to those targeted by the Biden administration after the Jan. 6 protests and criticized the man responsible for killing Ashli Babbitt. Trump said that not only is he considering pardons but that compensation for the victims of political persecution is actively being discussed.
Babbitt, a 36-year-old Air Force veteran and strong Trump supporter, was shot inside the Capitol by Lt. Michael Byrd. She was unarmed and, according to several accounts, trying to prevent violence rather than encourage it. Despite that, Byrd faced no charges and was later promoted.
The officer had previously been disciplined for leaving a loaded firearm in a public space and abandoning his duty post. Internal affairs recommended termination, but he kept his job and was even rewarded with retention bonuses and a secure facility.
Trump described the shooting as an unthinkable act and said Babbitt’s name deserves to be cleared. He also said he had only recently heard of the wrongful death lawsuit filed by her family but intended to look into it further.
On his first day back in office, Trump pardoned over 1,500 people connected to the events of that day. Many of them had never even entered the Capitol but were still jailed and smeared by federal prosecutors and legacy media.
Now, Trump says it is time to consider helping these Americans rebuild. Some of his top allies, including incoming federal prosecutor Ed Martin, have also called for restitution to those unfairly charged and imprisoned.
Babbitt’s mother has continued to demand answers and expressed gratitude for Trump’s unwavering support. Trump called Babbitt an innocent victim and praised her for her patriotism and courage.
Byrd’s promotion and generous benefits have sparked backlash from both lawmakers and the public. Trump’s Justice Department is reportedly reviewing how such actions were allowed to occur under previous leadership.
Military History
On 17 Apr 1492, Spain & Christopher Columbus agreed on a contract for him to sail to Asia to get spices.
On 17 Apr 1961, about 1,500 CIA-trained Cuban exiles launched the disastrous Bay of Pigs invasion of Cuba in a failed attempt to overthrow the government of Fidel Castro.
On 18 Apr 1945, journalist Ernie Pyle, America’s most popular WWII correspondent, was killed by Japanese machine-gun fire on the island of Ie Shima in the Pacific.
On 21 Apr 1836, an army of Texans led by Sam Houston defeated the Mexicans at San Jacinto, assuring Texas independence.
On 23 Apr 1908, the US Army Reserves was founded.
On 24 Apr 1980, the US launched an abortive attempt to free the American hostages who had been the staff in our embassy in Iran when it war raided by students, a mission that resulted in the deaths of 8 US servicemen.
On 25 Apr 1507, German cartographer Martin Waldseemueller used the term “America” on a world map to refer to the huge land mass in the Western Hemisphere, in honor of Italian navigator Amerigo Vespucci.
On 27 Apr 1805, during the first Barbary War: US Marines & Berbers attack the Tripolitan city of Derna. The “shores of Tripoli” part of the Marines’ hymn.
On 29 Apr 1945, during WWII,
American soldiers liberated the Dachau concentration camp.
Hitler married Eva Braun & designated Admiral Karl Doenitz his successor; the next day, as Russian troops approached the bunker, the two of them committed suicide.
The German Army in Italy unconditionally surrendered to the Allies.
On 30 Apr 1798, our US Navy was formed.
COMING UP ON FRONTLINES OF FREEDOM
On the weekend of April 19-20: Gen Arnold Punaro will share his perspective of our nation today. Army Chief Warrant Officer Brandon Budge will the problems he is still having with the Army due to Covid. Army Vet Joe Yurick will present The Sober Vet, and Gen Chris Petty will present the Battle of the Month.
And on the weekend of April 26-27: James Simpson will discuss the state of our government. Josh Hasten from Israel will discuss the situation in Israel. And Diane Raver will present the Movie of the Month.
And Diane Raver will present the Movie of the Month.
~ Humor/Puns ~
What do you call an insect with a perm? A frisbee.
I didn’t realize my uncle had a false tooth until it came out in conversation.
A 3-year-old boy sits near a pregnant woman. Boy: Why do you look so fat? Pregnant woman: I have a baby inside me. Boy: Is it a good baby? Pregnant woman: Yes, it is a very good baby. Boy: Then why did you eat it?!
The librarian just gave me $10 to stop talking. I guess it’s hush money.
Just started watching a documentary on clocks. It’s about time.
Just saw 3 people jogging outside; it inspired me to get up and close the blinds.
I read that taking your bicycle to work every day is good for the environment. I thought, why not, I’m not using the roof rack for anything else.
I went to an optician’s office this morning and said that I think I need glasses. She said, yes, you do; this is a pet shop.
~ Interesting Quote ~
“People do not care how much you know, until they know how much you care.”
John Maxwell
~ A quote from our Bible ~
Psalm 73:26
“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”
