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A handy guide to all Congress happenings on both sides of the aisle. Thank goodness for this political body that keeps Presidential power in check.
Pahalgam Terror Attack: A Tragedy That Shook the Nation
On April 22, 2025, the serene Baisaran Valley near Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir was shattered by a brutal terrorist attack, marking one of the deadliest assaults on civilians in India since the 2008 Mumbai attacks. The massacre claimed 26 lives and left over 20 injured, predominantly targeting Hindu tourists from various Indian states and a few foreign nationals. The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility, citing opposition to alleged demographic changes in the Kashmir Valley.
By Kratika Saxena9 months ago in The Swamp
How India’s Threat to Block Rivers Could Devastate Pakistan.. AI-Generated.
How India’s Threat to Block Rivers Could Devastate Pakistan. Tensions between India and Pakistan have long simmered due to historical, territorial, and political disputes. Among the most pressing and potentially devastating of these is the conflict over water — specifically, the rivers that flow from India into Pakistan under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). India's repeated threats to block or divert these rivers could have catastrophic consequences for Pakistan, a country that relies heavily on these waters for agriculture, energy, and human consumption.
By Adnan Rasheed9 months ago in The Swamp
As Trump claims he has his timetable for war, the number of casualties from the Kyiv strike grows
Following his remarks regarding Volodymyr Zelenskyy, UK Conservative Party head Kemi Badenoch declined to comment on whether Britain could still view Trump as an ally. "President Zelenskyy is a hero, and we need to do everything we can to support Ukraine to end this war," Badenoch told reporters on Thursday.
By Francis Dami9 months ago in The Swamp
Will the National Baseball Hall of Fame Museum Be Trump's Next Target?
In late July, Ichiro, CC Sabathia, and Billy Wagner will be officially inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. That's because these three ex-MLB players paid their dues and deserve to be recognized as legends. Two months ago, our loudmouth-in-chief was considering pardoning the late Pete Rose and blamed Major League Baseball for banning him for life from baseball, making him ineligible for the Baseball Hall of Fame. I'm not sure how Rose would be pardoned, if it were to happen, but there's a good chance that it would never happen. I've stated in my story about Pete Rose that he should remain banned for life from baseball and Hall of Fame consideration to be null and void. When Pete Rose passed away in September 2024, I didn't share any condolences on any of my social media pages, because I felt it was inappropriate to praise someone who bet on baseball and had no care in the world about how it affected his team, players, and fans. I know it sound callous of me saying this, but betting on baseball is a form of cheating. Cheating in baseball is an unforgiveable act and I'll never acknowledge Pete Rose as a legend. It shows that integrity for the game didn't matter to him.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 9 months ago in The Swamp
Don't Mess with A Legend
Major League Baseball and all 30 teams recently celebrated Jackie Robinson Day: a day to remember the legacy and career of Los Angeles Dodgers player Jackie Robinson. All players wore the number 42 and many of them cited the legendary player as a positive influence and of the reasons why they're playing in the league today. Jackie Robinson Day has been recognized league-wide since 2004. Over two decades later, this day is still important and relevant to not only the players themselves, but to baseball fans everywhere.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 9 months ago in The Swamp
The Police Should Go Nuclear!. Content Warning.
NOTE: This article is purely satire. In the news, there is this talk about defunding the police. It would be bad on many counts because criminals can get off Scott Free for their crimes. Should the bureaucrats get their way, the police will be helplessly undermined by severe budget cuts. Now, this would put cities and towns all over America in peril. However, I have to say there is a solution to this defunding of the police.
By Halden Mile9 months ago in The Swamp
Safeguarding Voting
Attention all women, Black and Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC), Naturalized American citizens, and trans-people. Are you tired of having to listen to political speeches drone on and on about how awful the opposing candidate is for your state or country? Has it become a hassle to conduct your own research on all running candidates for an elected office? Wouldn’t you rather just breeze through your life without worrying about the political direction of your state or country? Well, fear no more! The US Republican party has a solution for you. Introducing the SAVE Act, short for Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act.
By Iris Harris9 months ago in The Swamp
What’s Rocking the World This Week: China’s Currency, Meta on Trial, and Amazon’s Big Cut
World Highlights – Global Moves You Should Know 💱 Chinese Currency Hits a 17-Year Low In a major development that’s sending ripples across global financial markets, the Chinese yuan has dropped to its lowest level in 17 years. This sharp depreciation comes as the People's Bank of China (PBOC) begins to loosen its traditionally tight grip on currency controls, signaling a strategic pivot.
By Giulianno Dalla Vecchia9 months ago in The Swamp
Is Trump Planning Martial Law? Full Breakdown of the 1807 Insurrection Act.
Is Trump Planning Martial Law? Full Breakdown of the 1807 Insurrection Act. In recent political discourse particularly during times of national unrest or major protests the question often arises: Can a U.S President declare martial law? In the case of former President Donald Trump this question has surfaced repeatedly especially during the aftermath of the 2020 election and the events surrounding January 6, 2021. While Trump has not officially declared martial law the discussion around it especially in connection with the Insurrection Act of 1807 has stirred intense debate. Let’s break down what martial law means Trump’s association with it and what the Insurrection Act actually permits.
By Adnan Rasheed9 months ago in The Swamp
