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Health
In Kenya, the High Court has suspended Bill Gates’s immunity from prosecution amid controversy surrounding a World Health Organization vaccination campaign. The campaign, funded by Gates, faced scrutiny after independent tests allegedly found chemically bonded hCG molecules in tetanus vaccine vials, raising concerns about potential anti-fertility effects. This legal development contributes to the ongoing debate over vaccine safety and the influence of major philanthropic organizations in global health initiatives. The Kenya Medical Association has called for a thorough investigation, emphasizing the need for transparency to maintain public trust, while Gates has reiterated the importance of vaccines in reducing child mortality rates.
A recent study published in Science, Public Health Policy and the Law has sparked debate by suggesting a link between childhood vaccinations and an increased risk of autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. The study, conducted on children in the Florida Medicaid program, indicates a significant correlation between the number of vaccinations and the likelihood of developing such disorders. Researchers are calling for a reevaluation of the CDC’s vaccination schedule, emphasizing the need for further safety research, particularly for preterm infants. However, many experts have criticized the study’s methodology, arguing that correlation does not imply causation, and the CDC continues to support the current vaccination schedule based on extensive prior research.
Geopolitics
Tensions along the U.S.-Mexico border have reportedly escalated as Mexican drug cartels are said to be planting explosive devices near Texas. Local news outlets and officials from both countries have reported these activities, particularly around Brownsville, Texas. The explosives are believed to be linked to ongoing conflicts between rival cartels or possibly as a response to former President Donald Trump’s executive order designating drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. This development follows an incident where hikers in California were reportedly attacked by cartel members, indicating increasing volatility in the region. In response, the Mexican government has condemned the use of explosives and is collaborating with U.S. authorities to dismantle these criminal organizations, while local residents in Eagle Pass, Texas, have expressed fear and frustration, prompting increased patrols by local authorities.
US Politics
The nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services has become a contentious issue. Representative Anna Paulina Luna has accused corporate interests of attempting to undermine Kennedy’s confirmation, citing potential pressure from industries benefiting from the chronic disease crisis. Luna’s concerns reflect broader debates within the GOP, as some senators remain undecided on Kennedy’s nomination. The outcome may hinge on key votes from both Republican and Democratic senators.
In a related development, a group opposing Kennedy’s nomination has been identified as an “Astroturf” organization purportedly backed by Bill Gates. The “Committee to Protect Health Care” has been criticized for allegedly accepting fake signatures on its petition against Kennedy, raising questions about the authenticity of its opposition. This revelation adds another layer to the complex dynamics surrounding Kennedy’s potential appointment. Despite the controversy, the Washington Post argues that the concerns raised by the medical community about Kennedy’s views are legitimate, focusing on the substance of the opposition rather than the petition’s flaws.
Finally, an article was released just 2 days prior to Kennedy’s confirmation hearing reporting that pediatricians across the U.S. are advocating for the importance of vaccines. The American Academy of Pediatrics has compiled numerous testimonials highlighting the life-saving impact of vaccinations, urging Senate committees to consider these accounts during Kennedy’s confirmation hearings. The debate over Kennedy’s nomination has intensified, with some lawmakers expressing concerns over his anti-vaccine stance. In response, Kennedy has defended his position, stating that he advocates for safer vaccines and transparency in vaccine safety data, while critics argue that his views could undermine public health efforts.
In other political news, Michael Shane Daughtry, a former SWAT officer, has shared his experiences following the January 6th Capitol events, highlighting alleged government overreach. Daughtry, who was charged with trespassing despite claims of being directed by authorities, faced significant legal and personal challenges, including house arrest and the confiscation of his firearms. His account underscores the ongoing legal and political ramifications for individuals involved in the January 6th events, as well as broader concerns about civil liberties. The Department of Justice has defended its actions as necessary for national security, while critics argue that the treatment of individuals like Daughtry reflects a pattern of government overreach.
Sources
Mexican Cartels Allegedly Plant Explosives Along Texas Border Amid Rising Tensions
Mexican drug cartels are placing explosives on roads leading into America near the Texas border, according to several local news outlets and officials from both countries.
Source | Submitted by bcoop
Kenyan High Court Suspends Bill Gates’s Immunity Amid Vaccine Controversy
The High Court in Kenya has suspended Bill Gates’s immunity from prosecution.
‘Jaw-Dropping’ Study Links Childhood Vaccination to Increased Autism Risk, Calls for Overhaul of CDC Schedule
‘Jaw-dropping’ Study Finds Vaccinated Children Have 170% Higher Risk of Autism
Pediatricians Urge Senate: Vaccines Save Lives Amid RFK Jr. Nomination Debate
One unifying theme of these stories: vaccines allow children to grow up healthy and thrive.
Source | Submitted by Shplad
Rep. Luna Accuses ‘Nefarious Actors’ of Undermining RFK Jr.’s HHS Nomination Amid GOP Uncertainty
“I do believe that there are nefarious actors within the agriculture and food industries that are going to start putting financial top-down pressure on some of these senators in an effort to block his confirmation because they’re making a lot of money on making people sick,” Luna, a member of the House Freedom Caucus, told the DCNF.
Source | Submitted by Chris Martenson
Call to Action: Support Grows for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as HHS Secretary Amidst Criticism of U.S. Healthcare System
America’s healthcare is failing.
Source | Submitted by Chris Martenson
Michael Shane Daughtry: From SWAT Officer to Capitol Trespasser – A Tale of Legal Battles and Alleged Government Overreach
I’m a certified Law Enforcement Officer, have never been arrested or charged with any other crime in my life and had gotten up before daylight and driven over 100 miles to turn myself in, the judge advised me that I was a flight risk and ordered me to wear an ankle monitor, be place under House Arrest, placed on Pre Trial Probation, forced to post $25,000 bond and was placed on Tap 4 internet restrictions saying I couldn’t use any computers or internet.
Source | Submitted by Mysterymet
Bill Gates-Backed ‘Astroturf’ Group Opposes RFK Jr. with Fake Signatures
A ‘committee’ widely cited in the media as opposing the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services turns out to be a Bill Gates-backed ‘Astroturf’ organization that accepts fake signatories.
In addition to sources submitted by community members, the following were also used in the creation of this report: The New York Times, Borderland Beat, Eagle Pass Daily News, El Universal, Kenya Medical Association Blog, Reuters, BBC News, The Guardian, The Washington Post, Fox News, CNN, and Department of Justice Statement.
