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Health
The Trump administration has issued statements and policies linking autism to vaccines and acetaminophen use during pregnancy, sparking debate. President Trump and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have advised pregnant women against using Tylenol, citing a reportedly causal link to autism. The scientific community, as reported by Reuters, disputes this link, with companies like Kenvue defending Tylenol’s safety based on decades of research. Nonetheless, the FDA is expected to update safety labels and issue notices to physicians.
Trump has also stated that communities like the Amish, who avoid vaccines and certain medications, show no autism cases, while alleging a cover-up by the medical establishment, a claim refuted by experts like Dr. Anthony Fauci, who stress no scientific evidence supports this connection. He has further expressed concerns about the childhood vaccine schedule, advocating for spaced-out, smaller doses, the removal of mercury and aluminum, and the separation of combined shots like MMR. He also suggested delaying the hepatitis B vaccines until age 12.
It’s important to note that Trump described many of his comments on vaccines as “his opinion” and that RFK, Jr., and the team at HHS are still working towards formal recommendations. RFK, Jr., indicated there would be further releases of information as they reach conclusions fully supported by “gold standard science.” For now, the only formal HHS announcements are those related to Tylenol and Lucavorin.
Meanwhile, the NIH has initiated a $50 million Autism Data Science Initiative to study genetic and environmental factors contributing to autism’s prevalence, now reported at 1 in 31 children. Groups like Autism Speaks praise the effort, though the Autism Society urges more focus on immediate support services.
Lastly, the FDA has also updated the label for prescription Lucavorin, a potential treatment for autism symptoms tied to folate deficiency, with studies indicating benefits for some children, though the Autism Science Foundation cautions that more research is needed to confirm efficacy.
Economy
Gold prices have reached a record $3,737, driven by a 0.9% increase in ETF inflows—the highest since 2022—along with Federal Reserve rate cuts, central bank reserve purchases, and geopolitical tensions. Silver prices have also risen, with year-to-date gains exceeding 50%. Analysts from major banks predict gold could climb to $4,000, though some, as reported by Reuters, caution that the market may face short-term consolidation after recent rapid gains.
Meanwhile, Nvidia’s stock rose 4% after the company announced a $100 billion investment in OpenAI to build AI infrastructure, including data centers with 10 gigawatts of power using Nvidia’s chips. The agreement, which begins with a $10 billion initial payment, aims to strengthen Nvidia’s position in AI hardware amid growing competition. However, concerns have been raised about the sustainability of funding through private debt, with outlets like The Information questioning whether the promised returns justify the massive outlay.
US Politics
President Trump has signed an executive order designating Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization, following the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. This order allows federal agencies to investigate and address Antifa’s activities under terrorism statutes, which could result in stricter penalties for related offenses. However, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has criticized the designation, arguing it may infringe on free speech and suppress political dissent, while legal experts suggest the order could face challenges for potential overreach.
Relatedly, Don Lemon faced criticism for comments made during Kirk’s memorial regarding “religious nationalism” and Christian messaging, though some outlets like The Guardian note concerns about the rise of such ideologies in public events, suggesting a need for scrutiny. Additionally, Disney’s decision to reinstate Jimmy Kimmel after a brief suspension over remarks related to the assassination has met resistance, with Nexstar and Sinclair affiliates declining to air his show until further resolution, despite Disney and ABC standing by their decision to bring him back.
In other news, a recent post discusses the cost of prioritizing ideology over competence, specifically drawing attention to public safety and governance concerns. In Los Angeles, the Pacific Palisades fire has raised questions about budget cuts and staffing decisions, with some residents and outlets like The Daily Wire pointing to inadequate city response and infrastructure issues, though others emphasize broader factors like climate change as reported by CNN.
Meanwhile, a murder on a Charlotte light-rail train has prompted discussions about policies such as cashless bail and reduced police funding, with critics linking it to systemic justice failures, while Mayor Vi Lyles defends a focus on community support over harsher penalties.
Energy
In the Mid-Atlantic, rising power bills have led to political friction, with Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro criticizing PJM Interconnection, the regional grid operator, for high wholesale power costs and limited transparency. Shapiro has indicated he may pursue alternative measures if reforms are not implemented. PJM has responded by stating they are actively working on solutions and engaging with state officials. Similar concerns have been raised in Maryland and New Jersey, where reliance on solar and wind energy, combined with the retirement of fossil fuel plants, has reportedly strained grids and increased blackout risks, highlighting challenges in the transition to renewable energy sources, though some experts, as noted by Reuters, suggest a balanced mix of energy sources could mitigate these issues.
Sources
When Systems Fail: The Cost of Ideology Over Competence
In truth, the Charlotte systems’ collapse, like the Palisades fire, is a textbook case of ideology, chauvinism, and DEI destroying meritocratic norms and empiricism.
Source | Submitted by Rodster
Don Lemon Slams “Religious Nationalism” at Charlie Kirk Memorial, Sparks Backlash
“What we saw in that arena was not simply faith finding public expression, it was religious nationalism on full display.”
Source | Submitted by Rodster
Trump Declares Antifa a Domestic Terror Organization in Crackdown on Radical Leftist Violence
Antifa is a militarist, anarchist enterprise that explicitly calls for the overthrow of the United States Government, law enforcement authorities, and our system of law.
Source | Submitted by Rodster
Trump Warns Pregnant Women Against Tylenol, Citing Autism Concerns Despite Mixed Research
“With Tylenol, don’t take it, don’t take it.”
Source | Submitted by Rodster
Secretary Kennedy Echoes Trump on Vaccine-Autism Concerns, Calls for Listening to Mothers
President Trump believes that we should be listening to these mothers instead of gaslighting and marginalizing them like prior administrations.
Source | Submitted by sand_kitty
Trump Claims Amish Have No Autism Due to Vaccine Avoidance, Sparks Controversy
“There are certain groups of people that don’t take vaccines and don’t take any pills that have no autism. Does that tell you something?”
Source | Submitted by sand_kitty
PA Gov Shapiro Slams PJM Over Soaring Power Costs as Mid-Atlantic Democrats Grapple with Energy Crisis
“Since PJM can’t go fast enough, we need to chart a new course.”
Disney Reinstates Kimmel After Brief Hiatus, But Nexstar and Sinclair Stand Firm on Boycott
ABC is putting Jimmy Kimmel back on the air because terrorism works in America.
Gold Hits Record High as ETF Inflows Reach 3-Year Peak
Gold has powered to a fresh record high “after flows into exchange-traded funds hit a three-year high, with investors betting that the Federal Reserve’s rate-cutting cycle has further to run.”
Nvidia Stock Soars on $100 Billion OpenAI Investment Bombshell
“To support this deployment including data center and power capacity, Nvidia intends to invest up to $100 billion in OpenAI as the new Nvidia systems are deployed.”
Trump Shocks with Vaccine and Autism Claims, Suggests Decades-Long Cover-Up
“They pump so much stuff into those beautiful little babies, it’s a DISGRACE.”
Trump and RFK Jr. Issue New Warnings on Tylenol Risks, Echoing Longstanding Concerns
So… Tylenol? We wrote about this years ago in The Tenpenny Report — warning that acetaminophen depletes glutathione, disrupts detox, and magnifies vaccine injury risk.
Trump and Health Officials Announce Bold Steps to Combat Autism Crisis with New Guidelines on Acetaminophen and Vaccines
The meteoric rise in autism is among the most alarming public health developments in history.
NIH Unveils $50M Autism Data Science Initiative to Decode Causes and Enhance Outcomes
“Our Autism Data Science Initiative will unite powerful datasets in ways never before possible.”
Trump Sparks Vaccine Controversy with Passionate Critique on Infant Immunizations
They pump so much stuff into those beautiful little babies, it’s a DISGRACE.
Potential Autism Treatment Breakthrough: FDA Updates Label for Prescription Lucavorin
Today, the FDA is filing a federal register notice to change the label on an exciting treatment called prescription lucavorin so that it can be available to children with autism.
In addition to sources submitted by community members, the following were also used in the creation of this report: American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), The Daily Wire, CNN, Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles, The Guardian, Variety, Reuters, Dr. Anthony Fauci, Autism Speaks, Autism Society, Autism Science Foundation, PJM Interconnection, and The Information.
