Originally published at: https://peakprosperity.com/daily-digest/judge-rules-pfizer-can-be-sued-for-deceptive-marketing-james-comey-threatens-trumps-life/
Health
A federal judge in Kansas has ruled that the state can proceed with a consumer protection lawsuit against Pfizer. The lawsuit accuses Pfizer of deceptive marketing practices regarding the safety and efficacy of its COVID-19 vaccine. Pfizer has not yet issued an official statement on the ruling but is expected to appeal, arguing that the PREP Act should cover all aspects of vaccine-related activities, including marketing.
In a related development, Dr. Aseem Malhotra, recently appointed as Chief Medical Advisor to the Make America Healthy Again initiative, has called for a moratorium on mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, citing what he describes as “overwhelming evidence” of their harm. However, many experts argue the benefits of the vaccines far outweigh the risks, supported by extensive clinical trials and real-world data.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its Pandemic Agreement, which includes a Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing (PABS) system, leading critics to believe the agreement is all about money. The financial benefits aspect of this system remains unresolved, causing delays in finalizing the agreement. Critics like James Roguski have argued that the agreement might prioritize profit over health, while WHO officials maintain that the agreement aims to ensure equitable access to medical countermeasures.
US Politics
Former FBI Director James Comey posted an Instagram image of sea shells arranged into the numbers “86 47,” which he later deleted. Some, including Donald Trump Jr. and Congressman Andy Biggs, have interpreted this as a veiled threat against President Trump. Tulsi Gabbard has called for Comey’s arrest, alleging he issued a hit on Trump. However, mainstream media sources like The Washington Post and The Guardian have provided a more neutral perspective, noting that while the post was quickly deleted, it was unclear what Comey intended with the numbers “86 47.”
GOP leaders are reportedly pushing to lift the cap on the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction, a move that could increase the national deficit by $1 trillion over ten years according to some estimates. New York Republican Representatives Elise Stefanik, Andrew Garbarino, Nick LaLota, and Mike Lawler have publicly stated that a higher SALT cap is a matter of fairness, arguing that it would alleviate the tax burden on middle-class families in high-tax states.
Geopolitics
President Trump announced the lifting of all sanctions on Syria during a series of US-Gulf deals in Saudi Arabia. This decision was reportedly not communicated to the State and Treasury Departments beforehand, leading to confusion within these departments. The Syrian Pound surged by 30% following the announcement. Trump also met with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, who had previously been designated as a terrorist by the US. Some critics have questioned the motives behind Trump’s decision, suggesting it might be more about economic interests than humanitarian concerns.
Meanwhile, Republican senators, with the exception of Sen. Rand Paul, have signed a letter opposing Trump’s negotiations with Iran. This opposition comes as Trump concludes his Middle Eastern tour. Senator Rand Paul has expressed his opposition to the letter, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy over confrontation.
Economy
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the state’s first-ever “inflation refund,” a one-time payment to eligible residents to offset inflation rates. The distribution of these refunds, based on 2023 tax filings, is set to begin in the fall of 2025. However, critics argue that the refund might not be enough to offset the high cost of living in New York, especially with inflation rates being significantly higher than the national average.
In the financial markets, there are signs of a potential shift in the gold market dynamics, with physical gold demand reportedly rebounding quickly. This comes at a time when the new Treasury Secretary, Bessent, had his largest investment in gold, and public demand for transparency in gold reserves is growing. Some financial commentators, like James Rickards, have suggested that this could signal a shift in policy or at least an acknowledgment of gold’s importance in financial stability.
Sources
GOP’s SALT Cap Conundrum: Red-State Voters Left Out in the Cold
Blue-state Republicans should export red-state policies, not act as lobbyists for high-tax regimes.
Source (Paywalled) | Submitted by bcoop
When Goliath Starts to Sweat: The Gold Market’s Turning Point
“They’ve been in control for decades. Smash the price. Trigger stops. Shake out the weak hands. Repeat.”
Source | Submitted by Gamma Geek
James Comey’s Cryptic Instagram Post Sparks Controversy and Conspiracy Theories
“Former FBI Director James Comey posted a photo of sea shells arranged into the numbers ’86 47′ on his Instagram account today, before shortly deleting the post.”
Source | Submitted by bcoop
Dr. Aseem Malhotra Calls for Moratorium on mRNA COVID Vaccines, Citing Overwhelming Evidence
There is OVERWHELMING evidence to call for a moratorium on the mRNA covid jabs & help the vaccine injured.
Source | Submitted by PhilH
New York’s First-Ever Inflation Refund Checks to Provide Relief to Millions
“We collected more in sales tax as a result. Unanticipated revenue. I said, this can go into the state coffers, but why not give it to the residents whose pockets it came out of? They paid more than they ever expected. That’s the whole idea behind an inflation refund.”
Trump’s Surprise Move: US Lifts Syria Sanctions, Meets With Former Al-Qaeda Leader
“Trump’s move to lift sanctions on Syria ‘took many by surprise,’ including his own officials at State and Treasury, according to Reuters.”
Tulsi Gabbard Calls for James Comey’s Arrest Over Alleged Assassination Threat Against Trump
James Comey should be held accountable and put behind bars for this,
Pfizer Executives Allegedly Conspired to Delay Vaccine Trials for Election Influence
New Information Suggests Senior Pfizer Executives Conspired to Delay COVID-19 Vaccine Clinical Testing to Influence 2020 Election.
Source | Submitted by Chris Martenson
WHO’s Secret Pandemic Agreement Revealed: Profit Over Protection?
Their biggest stumbling block currently is how they’re going to make sure every single country can profit from the death and suffering of humans as a result of Frankenstein pandemics they are trying to create in labs.
Kansas Court Victory: Pfizer Faces Accountability for Alleged Vaccine Deception
“This first-of-its-kind ruling declares Pfizer’s deceptions aren’t afforded carte blanche treatment.”
Republican Senators Undermine Trump’s Iran Diplomacy Efforts
War-obsessed Republican US Senators are desperately trying to scuttle what seems like an impending breakthrough in US talks with Iran.
In addition to sources submitted by community members, the following were also used in the creation of this report: Reuters, The Guardian, James Roguski (@JamesRoguski) on X, The Hill (@thehill) on X, Rand Paul (@RandPaul) on X, Donald Trump Jr. (@DonaldJTrumpJr) on X, Andy Biggs (@RepAndyBiggsAZ) on X, The Washington Post, PharmaWatch (@PharmaWatch) on X, Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach (@KrisKobach1960) on X, and Children’s Health Defense (@ChildrensHD) on X.
