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US Politics
The Trump administration’s decision to nominate RFK Jr. as HHS Secretary has been met with mixed reactions. Some view it as a move to disrupt the longstanding relationship between government agencies and pharmaceutical companies, while others see it as a potential challenge in the Senate due to entrenched interests. RFK Jr.’s critical stance on Bill Gates and the World Health Organization (WHO) could lead to continued cuts in WHO funding. However, overcoming significant opposition will be necessary to change the influence on health policy.
Relatedly, Colorado Governor Jared Polis, a Democrat, has expressed support for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the nominee for U.S. Health Secretary, a decision reportedly made by President-elect Donald Trump. Despite Kennedy’s controversial views on vaccines, Polis praised his efforts against vaccine mandates and his potential to reform the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Polis emphasized the importance of personal choice regarding vaccines and expressed hope that Kennedy would address issues like high drug prices and the influence of pharmaceutical companies. Kennedy, known for advocating drug price caps and better nutrition, has pledged to uphold evidence-based science in health agencies. While some lawmakers back Kennedy, others, like Senator Patty Murray, reportedly criticize his positions, fearing setbacks in public health.
Meanwhile, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced that starting in 2025, Americans must report payments over $600 made through platforms like Venmo, PayPal, and Zelle. This move contrasts with the Pentagon’s recent failure to account for 60% of its $4.1 trillion in assets during its seventh consecutive audit failure. The Pentagon’s inability to track its $824 billion annual budget raises questions about fiscal accountability at the highest levels of government.
Geopolitics
President Biden’s authorization of long-range missile use against Russia has sparked concerns about escalating global conflict. The Russian Foreign Ministry has warned that if Ukraine uses Western-supplied missiles to strike deep into Russia, the West would be considered a party to the conflict. This development comes amid concerns about the potential overthrow of Putin by Russian Neocons, which could further destabilize the situation. The Biden administration’s decision has been criticized by some for potentially complicating matters for his successor, Donald Trump, who reportedly seeks to end the Ukraine conflict and reopen dialogue with Russia.
In a related geopolitical shift, Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed changes to Russia’s nuclear doctrine, suggesting that Russia may use nuclear weapons if it faces a mass missile or UAV attack. This proposal serves as a warning to the West, especially if Western countries supply Ukraine with long-range missiles used against Russia. Russia argues that Ukraine cannot operate these weapons without NATO involvement, a stance that has drawn criticism from military experts and the Russian government.
Health
The U.S. has reported its first case of a more aggressive monkeypox strain in a California resident who recently traveled from eastern Africa. The California Department of Public Health confirmed the case, and the individual is isolating at home. This marks the U.S. as the sixth non-African country to detect this strain, which can cause more severe illness than the 2022 variant. Health officials are tracing contacts but see no evidence of the strain spreading in California or the U.S. The U.S. is reportedly better prepared for an outbreak than in 2022, with a sufficient supply of the Jynneos vaccine available to high-risk groups.
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Democrat Governor Polis Supports RFK Jr. for Health Secretary, Despite Vaccine Concerns
Polis later said in another post on Thursday that ‘science must remain THE cornerstone of our nation’s health policy and the science-backed decision to get vaccinated improves public health and safety.’
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IRS Tightens Grip on Small Transactions as Pentagon Fumbles Trillion-Dollar Audit
The IRS is warning Americans that starting 2025 they must report payments on Venmo, PayPal & Zelle of over $600.
Biden’s Alleged Authorization of Missile Use Sparks World War III Fears Amid Neocon Controversy
Biden has authorized the first use of U.S.-supplied long-range missiles by Ukraine to strike inside Russia and then claim it will only be for short-range in defense of Ukrainian forces in the Kursk region of western Russia, the officials said.
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The Trump Administration’s Mixed Bag: RFK Jr. at HHS and the Battle Against Big Pharma’s Pandemic Playbook
One of the bright spots in the new Trump administration is RFK Jr.
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U.S. Detects First Case of Aggressive Mpox Strain in California Traveler
U.S. confirms first case of more aggressive strain of mpox
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Biden’s Missile Move: A Political Gambit or Strategic Blunder?
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Putin Proposes Nuclear Doctrine Shift Amid Rising Tensions with the West
In the updated version of the document, aggression against Russia by any non-nuclear state but with the support of a nuclear state is proposed to be considered as their joint attack on Russia.
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