Originally published at: Trump Targets Domestic Terrorists Following ICE Shooting, Tylenol Protests Lead to Hospitalizations – Peak Prosperity
US Politics
President Trump has announced plans to sign an executive order addressing domestic terror networks following a sniper attack at a Dallas ICE facility, where two detainees were killed and another critically injured. The shooter is reportedly linked to far-left causes. Trump has publicly connected the incident to broader concerns about left-wing extremism and reiterated his designation of Antifa as a terrorist organization. Mainstream outlets like NBC News report the incident without confirming political motivations, focusing instead on casualties and the ongoing investigation.
Separately, arrests of Antifa members in Eugene, Oregon, for allegedly targeting ICE employees have been reported as the first since the Trump administration’s designation of Antifa as a terrorist organization. Local outlet Eugene Weekly suggests the arrests may be an overreach, framing the actions as protest rather than terrorism.
In other news, Representative Thomas Massie has claimed that GOP leaders threatened supporters of his initiative to release Jeffrey Epstein files, a petition now supported by over 218 House members, including Democrats. Massie has expressed concern that Speaker Mike Johnson may prevent a vote on the issue, alleging potential efforts to suppress information. CNN reports that some GOP leaders view Massie’s push as disruptive, prioritizing party unity over the release of the files.
Health
Some ER nurses have reported an increase in women overdosing on Tylenol, with hospitalizations linked to these incidents, following President Trump’s statement that pregnant women shouldn’t take Tylenol. However, the anecdotes provided by nurses online have yet to be verified by mainstream news sources. The Trump administration had warned about Tylenol use during pregnancy, citing a potential link to autism, which has drawn significant criticism. However, studies reported by outlets like CNN and Reuters over the past decade have noted associations between acetaminophen and neurodevelopmental issues in children, a perspective supported by Harvard’s public health dean. Additionally, Tylenol’s social media accounts have previously advised against its use during pregnancy.
Economy
Stablecoins are poised to compete with credit cards in the $100 billion U.S. market, offering lower fees and faster settlements through innovations like Ripple’s RLUSD and Gemini’s XRP Card. Additionally, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission is considering a proposal to allow stablecoins as collateral in derivatives markets, a move supported by some crypto industry leaders for its potential to improve liquidity. Bloomberg reports, however, that traditional financial institutions express concerns over volatility and regulatory uncertainties surrounding stablecoins.
Relatedly, the European Central Bank’s digital euro project is facing delays, with a launch now not expected before 2029 due to legislative challenges in the European Parliament. Meanwhile, the ECB has encouraged citizens to hold cash as a precaution against potential crises such as bank runs or grid failures, referencing sustained demand during past events like the Greek debt crisis and the Russia-Ukraine war. Additionally, Reuters reports that while cash remains critical, some financial analysts highlight improvements in digital payment systems as a counterbalance to crisis concerns.
In the U.S., new home sales increased by 20.5% in August, reaching an annualized rate of 800,000, though the average price of $534,100 has raised questions about affordability despite builder incentives. Reuters notes that despite the sales surge, high prices and financing costs continue to deter many potential buyers.
In the commodities market, copper prices rose 3.7% after Freeport-McMoRan declared force majeure at its Grasberg mine in Indonesia following a fatal accident, potentially affecting supply. However, Reuters suggests that increased production from other global mines might mitigate some of the supply shortfall.
Geopolitics
Iran is reportedly rebuilding missile-production facilities at Parchin and Shahroud following Israeli strikes in June, though a shortage of planetary mixers is said to be hindering full restoration of its arsenal, which was significantly reduced during recent conflicts. Reuters adds that international sanctions may further complicate Iran’s efforts to regain full operational capacity.
Separately, Russia has rejected President Trump’s reported description of the country as a “paper tiger” and his expressed optimism about Ukraine reclaiming territory. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov emphasized Russia’s determination, likening it to a “real bear,” and pointed to Ukraine’s reported military challenges, including manpower shortages and recent Russian advances into Dnipropetrovsk. The Kyiv Independent, however, reports that Ukrainian forces have repelled Russian advances in some areas, suggesting resilience despite challenges.
Sources
MSM Amnesia: Outrage Over Trump’s Tylenol Warning Ignores Decade of Their Own Reporting
We actually don’t recommend using any of our products while pregnant. Thank you for taking the time to voice your concerns today.
Source | Submitted by PhilH
ECB Urges Europeans to Keep Calm and Carry Cash Amid Looming Crises
Cash provides essential redundancy – a ‘spare tire’ – for the payment system.
Source | Submitted by Rodster
“Black Swan Event”: Copper Prices Surge as Freeport-McMoRan Declares Force Majeure at Grasberg Mine
Copper has to rally on this. Remember what I say. Demand moves are linear, supply moves are exponential.
Source | Submitted by Acorn Endeavors
Digital Euro Faces Delays, Unlikely to Launch Before 2029, Says ECB Board Member
The middle of 2029 could be a fair assessment.
Iran Swiftly Rebuilds Missile Sites After Israeli Strikes, Faces Key Equipment Shortfall
“If Iran is able to overcome their mixing limitations, they’ll have all the casting capacity that they need to start producing at high volumes again.”
CFTC Moves to Approve Stablecoins as Collateral in Derivatives Markets, Gains Crypto Industry Support
The public has spoken: tokenized markets are here, and they are the future.
Russia Mocks Trump’s ‘Paper Tiger’ Jab, Insists Ukraine Can’t Reclaim Territory
Russia is by no means a tiger. Russia is traditionally seen as a bear. There is no such thing as paper bears. Russia is a real bear. There is nothing paper about it.
New Home Sales Surge in August, But Soaring Prices Raise Affordability Concerns
“Lower borrowing costs supported a surge in new home sales in August, and could drive further increases in the coming months, given the continued decline in mortgage rates since then.”
Stablecoins vs. Credit Cards: The $100B Battle for US Payments Dominance
Stablecoins challenge this expensive system by providing nearly cost-free transactions, instant settlements and flexible rewards through blockchain technology.
Trump to Sign Executive Order Targeting Domestic Terror Networks After Deadly Dallas ICE Sniper Attack
I will be signing an Executive Order this week to dismantle these Domestic Terrorism Networks.
ER Nurse Reports Spike in Women Overdosing on Tylenol in Protest of Autism Findings
“This is actually f*cking happening”
Former YouTube CEO Admits to Removing Over 1 Million COVID Videos in Coordination with Biden Administration
We removed over a million videos associated with covid.
First-Ever Antifa Domestic Terror Arrests in U.S. History Mark Historic Crackdown
Several Antifa members were arrested and criminally charged after surrounding an ICE building in Eugene, Oregon, causing terror for employees.
Trump Vows Executive Order to Dismantle Left-Wing Terror Networks After ICE Facility Shooting
We have already declared ANTIFA a Terrorist Organization, and I will be signing an Executive Order this week to dismantle left-wing domestic terrorism networks.
Massie Claims GOP Leaders Threatened Supporters Over Epstein Files Release Push
They actually threatened them politically, not physically.
Source (Paywalled)
In addition to sources submitted by community members, the following were also used in the creation of this report: The Washington Post, CNN, Reuters, Bloomberg, Kyiv Independent, NBC News, Eugene Weekly.
