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US Politics
The president of Mexico has reportedly called for mobilization against the U.S., inciting attacks on federal officers, highlighting the complex international dynamics affecting domestic politics. In response, Senator Eric Schmitt has stated he will be introducing legislation to impose a 15% tax on all remittances to Mexico.
The United States is experiencing what some observers describe as a quiet secession, with states increasingly ignoring federal rules and drawing their own lines on issues like financial policy, health mandates, and border security. This drift is seen by some as not just a political divide but a fundamental split in governance, with states becoming quasi-nations.
According to Martin Armstrong, the influence of tech moguls, often referred to as the “PayPal Mafia,” continues to grow, extending beyond entrepreneurship into policy-making. Their involvement in AI regulation and data privacy issues, like Palantir’s contract for a centralized US federal database, raises concerns about privacy and government overreach, according to critics. However, there is bipartisan resistance to the AI regulation moratorium, with both Republican and Democratic lawmakers expressing concerns over the stripping of state rights.
In Sonoma County, California, residents are suing over alleged drone surveillance by the county, initially aimed at monitoring illegal cannabis cultivation but reportedly expanded into widespread surveillance. The lawsuit claims violations of privacy and constitutional rights, highlighting the tension between public safety measures and individual freedoms. Public reaction on X has been mixed, with some residents feeling watched and others calling for more transparency and accountability in drone usage.
European Politics
Downing Street is reportedly exploring the introduction of digital ID cards, dubbed the “BritCard,” for every adult in Britain to address illegal migration. This digital identity would be stored on smartphones and linked to government records, facilitating checks on an individual’s right to live and work in the UK, as well as monitoring welfare fraud. The proposal, backed by Labour MPs, aims to streamline right-to-rent and right-to-work checks, with an estimated implementation cost of up to £400 million. However, critics have raised concerns about privacy and the potential for government overreach, referencing historical opposition to ID cards during Tony Blair’s tenure.
Geopolitics
According to some geopolitical analysis, NATO’s actions in Ukraine, including drone attacks on Russian nuclear infrastructure, suggest a strategy to escalate tensions. This comes amidst a backdrop where globalist agendas have reportedly gone quiet, possibly shifting focus towards traditional tactics like economic crises and war. Meanwhile, Russia has escalated its ground offensive into Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region, marking a new phase in the conflict. This move, coupled with nightly drone attacks, indicates Russia’s intent to expand its territorial control, pressuring Ukraine to accept the “realities on the ground.” However, Ukrainian officials have defended these drone strikes as necessary to counter Russian aggression and protect Ukrainian sovereignty.
Energy
The UK government has announced that solar panels will become mandatory on most new homes in England, aiming to reduce household energy bills and advance the country’s net-zero ambitions. This policy, part of the forthcoming Future Homes Standard, is expected to save homeowners around £530 annually. Despite concerns from developers about increased costs and bureaucratic hurdles, the move is intended to promote sustainable living. However, the Home Builders Federation has expressed concerns about the added costs and bureaucratic hurdles, with Neil Jefferson warning that excessive mandates could slow down the delivery of new homes.
Environment
The debate over the eradication of mosquitoes using gene-editing technology has intensified. While the potential to eliminate diseases like malaria is compelling, ethical concerns about driving a species to extinction are significant. Scientists are working on gene drives to suppress mosquito populations, but the implications for ecosystems and the moral considerations of such actions are under scrutiny. Some experts suggest focusing on the Plasmodium parasite, which causes malaria, as an alternative approach that would preserve the mosquito population while addressing the disease.
Economy
China’s strategic moves in the gold market could reshape global pricing power, according to Nomi Prins. By allowing foreign investors to trade directly in its domestic futures markets, China aims to shift influence from Western institutions to Shanghai. This aligns with China’s broader strategy to reduce reliance on the US dollar and enhance the role of gold in global trade, potentially leading to a significant uptrend in gold’s value. However, some analysts argue that while China’s moves are significant, the global gold market’s complexity means that a complete shift in pricing power might not occur as swiftly or as dramatically as some reports suggest.
Sources
Downing Street Considers Digital ID Cards to Combat Illegal Migration
“Downing Street is exploring a proposal to introduce digital ID cards for every adult in Britain in a move to tackle the UK’s illegal migration crisis, according to reports.”
Source | Submitted by Shplad
NATO’s Provocations and the Globalists’ Silence: A Prelude to World War III?
The globalists in Europe are doing everything in their power to prolong the conflagration.
Source | Submitted by kenwdelong
The Quiet Secession: America’s Slow Drift Apart
“We need a national divorce.”
Source | Submitted by Gamma Geek
Sonoma County Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Drone Surveillance of Residents
“This horrible experience has shattered my sense of privacy and security.”
Source | Submitted by Shplad
The Ethics of Eradicating Mosquitoes: A Genetic Dilemma
“We finally may be able to rid the world of mosquitoes. But should we?”
Source | Submitted by Shplad
China’s Gold Market Reforms: A Strategic Shift in Global Pricing Power?
“Gold is a physical construct, a physical asset and it can serve both of those roles.”
Source | Submitted by rhollenb
Russia Escalates Ground Offensive into Dnipropetrovsk, Signals New Territorial Ambitions
Those who do not want to recognize the realities of the war at negotiations, will receive new realities on the ground.
UK Mandates Solar Panels on New Homes to Cut Bills and Boost Green Energy
We’re kickstarting a solar rooftop revolution. All new-build houses will come with solar panels as standard. Delivering lower bills, energy security, and tackling the climate crisis.
From PayPal to Power Players: The Rise of the Tech Oligarchs
“What we are witnessing is the consolidation of influence outside the democratic process.”
Source | Submitted by bcoop
Foreign Leader Urges Mobilization Against U.S., Incites Attacks on Federal Officers
So a foreign head of state is calling for mobilization against the United States
Senator Eric Schmitt Calls for 15% Tax on All Remittances to Mexico
Following the Mexican President’s call for protests in the United States, Senator Eric Schmitt will be introducing legislation to impose a 15% tax on all remittances to Mexico.
In addition to sources submitted by community members, the following were also used in the creation of this report: The Times, Labour Together, The Guardian, The New York Times, Le Monde, Fox News, The Federalist Papers, Reuters, ACLU, SFGATE, TechPrivacyWatch, The Sonoma Sentinel, San Francisco Chronicle, Hastings Center for Bioethics, The Conversation, Nature, Blog by Financial Analyst, Gold Market Insights, Bloomberg, AFP, The Saker, RT, BBC, Brussels Signal, Climate Change Committee, TechCrunch, Palantir Technologies, TechPolicyBlog, The Washington Post, Politico, The Daily Caller, The Conservative Treehouse, and U.S. Department of Homeland Security.