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The epicenter of DC and by extension, the country: The White House is US government incarnate, it's hard to discern what goes on behind those walls...

Who Lost Their Stash Of Cocaine In The West Wing?
The title “Whitehouse” has taken on a whole new meaning. Cocaine was discovered in the Whitehouse, the seat of power and home of the leader of the free world, the president of the United States.
By Jason Ray Morton 3 years ago in The Swamp
Is America on the Cusp of a Healthcare Revolution?
February 27th (Atlanta, GA) – Last night (February 26th), the President of the United States stood before a joint-session of Congress to deliver a rare first-year State of the Union Address. While those in attendance and the millions watching at home never learned if the condition of the country was “strong” or some other similar terminology, the President took the opportunity to lambast the Legislative and Judicial Branches for past perceived grievances. Yet after spending a good portion of the opening statement attacking these coequal parts of government, the President did take a significant amount of time to explain that there is usually more agreement than not, despite the rhetoric and the “media hype” of partisanship.
By J.P. Prag3 years ago in The Swamp
To Our Government
To my Government. Actually... to all governments. We are dying out here. But I think you know that. I think, so long as girls keep having babies, you don't have a reason to care that we, the people, are dying out here.
By Hope Martin3 years ago in The Swamp
President Attacks Rather than Addresses Congress in First State of the Union
February 26th (Washington, D.C.) – A few short weeks after making a request to do so, the President was able to appear before a joint-session of Congress to give a State of the Union address. However, this was a speech unlike any given since becoming formally known by that name in 1947—which coincidently was the first time the speech was broadcast on television. The last President to have a State of the Union during their first year in office was John F. Kennedy—although his successor Lyndon B. Johnson had one after Kennedy was assassinated and Gerald Ford also had one when Richard Nixon resigned. However, according to a Congressional Research Service report (https://fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R44770.pdf) on the history of the State of the Union:
By J.P. Prag3 years ago in The Swamp
What Was in the Latest Set of Executive Orders?
February 9th (Washington, D.C.) – The President has delivered a new set of Executive Orders for numerous federal departments and agencies.
By J.P. Prag3 years ago in The Swamp
effects of DEPLETED URANIUM in UKRAINE
DEPLETED URANIUM is a dense by-product that remains after uranium is enriched for nuclear reactors or nuclear weapons. Although it is still radioactive, its radioactivity is significantly lower compared to natural uranium ore, as it contains much lower levels of U-235 and U-234 isotopes.
By Suganthan3 years ago in The Swamp
Donald Trump Pleads Not Guilty to Criminal Charges: A Legal Battle Unfolds
This legal battle marks a significant moment in American history, as a former president faces potential consequences within the legal system. The charges against Trump stem from various investigations, spanning from his time in office to his business dealings. As the courtroom proceedings commence, the nation awaits with bated breath to witness how this high-profile case will unfold.
By ONYIGOD WRITES3 years ago in The Swamp
Nadine Dorrie Sinister Forces Controversy
Nadine Dorries, a prominent British politician and Member of Parliament (MP), recently made controversial statements regarding what she referred to as "sinister forces" operating within society. Dorries, known for her conservative views, expressed concerns about certain ideologies and movements that she believes pose a threat to the values and stability of the country. Her remarks have sparked both support and criticism, igniting a debate on the nature of these alleged "sinister forces."
By ONYIGOD WRITES3 years ago in The Swamp
President "Can't Understand" Government
February 5th (Washington, D.C.) – Who is in the President’s Cabinet? Amazingly, it is a question that has never been answered because the “Cabinet” is not an organization that was created by the Constitution or any law. The only relevant clause of the Constitution (Article 2 § Section 2 § Clause 1) says that the President may require the opinion of the “principal Officer in each of the executive Departments, upon any Subject relating to the Duties of their respective Offices....” President George Washington interpreted this to mean he could create a working committee that regularly advised him, and it has been a tradition maintained by every subsequent President since then.
By J.P. Prag3 years ago in The Swamp
On a "Quiet" Day, President Kicks out Reporters and Toddlers, Invites in Sheep
January 22nd (Washington, D.C.) – Three days after taking the Oath of Office, the new President of the United States finally entered the Oval Office for the first time and then spent an entire day at work in the White House.
By J.P. Prag3 years ago in The Swamp
Escalating Tensions: Chinese Warship's Unsafe Encounter with US Vessel in Taiwan Strait, as Russia's Actions Fail to Affect China's Taiwan Intentions
In a recent incident, a Chinese warship came dangerously close to colliding with a US vessel in the Taiwan Strait. On June 3, the USS Chung-Hoon (DDG 93) and the HMCS Montreal (FFH 336) were conducting a routine transit when the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLA(N)) LUYANG III DDG 132 (PRC LY 132) executed unsafe maneuvers near the USS Chung-Hoon. The Chinese warship violated maritime rules by getting as close as 150 yards (137 meters), prompting the US vessel to slow down and alter its course to avoid a collision. This incident follows another concerning event in late May when a Chinese J-16 fighter jet performed an unnecessarily aggressive maneuver while intercepting a US RC-135 aircraft over the South China Sea.
By M. A. Alam3 years ago in The Swamp
India's Prospects in Joining NATO-Plus. Content Warning.
The idea of India joining the NATO-Plus framework, an extended security arrangement including NATO and its treaty allies, has gained traction in American policymaking circles. This proposal aims to enhance global defense cooperation and counter China's influence in the Indo-Pacific region. However, before India embarks on such a path, it is crucial to examine the implications and consider the country's unique positioning and aspirations.
By Suganthan3 years ago in The Swamp