White House reveals NJ drones were 'not the enemy'

INTENDED FOR INTERNAL DISTRIBUTION ONLY VIEW EMAIL IN BROWSER DATE: WEDNESDAY, 01.29.25 LAST UPDATE: 09:17 AM ET PREPARED BY: CB, RR, JB, SK, BM TODAY'S BOOKINGS We have the following scheduled for today's program: TOP OF HOUR 2 GUEST: Rep. James Comer TOPIC: With Biden out of office and pre-emptive pardons being handed out, will Congress continue investigating the Biden crime family? BOTTOM OF HOUR 3 GUEST: Craig T. Nelson TOPIC: Farmers are the backbone of America. ARCHIVES Here are some highlights from this day on previous shows: Jan. 29, 2004 - Bush didn't lie, the intelligence was simply wrong... Most parents favor abstinence education... France was taking oil bribes to stand against the US... Illegal aliens flood border after Bush reveals immigration plan... John Kerry cannot beat Bush, lacks vision...

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HEADLINES - RAW & UNVERIFIED News... Trump Orders Federal Government to Freeze Most Forms of Financial Assistance With the exceptions of Social Security and Medicare benefits, the federal government has paused issuing grants, loans, and all other forms of financial assistance. Biden-appointed judge blocks Trump administration freeze on federal grants and loans The order from U.S. District Judge Loren L. AliKhan came minutes before the funding freeze was scheduled to go into effect. Trump offering buyouts to all federal workers, source says The White House will issue a memo Tuesday afternoon offering to pay federal workers who don't want to return to the office through Sept. 30, as long as they resign by Feb. 6, an administration official tells Axios. Trump White House says NJ drones were from FAA-authorized researchers or hobbyists "This was not the enemy," White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said. Pro-life activist says California has ended 'weaponized political prosecution' on undercover videos "After enduring 9 years of weaponized political prosecution, putting an end to the lawfare launched by Kamala Harris is a huge victory for my investigative reporting and for the public's right to know the truth about Planned Parenthood's sale of aborted baby body parts." Man charged with carrying Molotov cocktails into the Capitol was targeting Johnson, Hegseth, Bessent Ryan English turned himself in to Capitol Police, admitting he was carrying knives and two Molotov cocktails. Utah Resolution Would Encourage More Free-Range Parenting The resolution "highlights the importance of free play and child independence," "supports children engaging in independent activities," and "encourages school districts, school administrators, and teachers to utilize the Let Grow school program to help build independence." Lay's potato chip recall classified at highest risk level, consumption 'could cause death' Federal health authorities have upgraded their recall of 13-ounce bags of Frito-Lay potato chips over fears that consuming the products, which may contain undeclared milk, could potentially be fatal.

Confirmation Hearings... RFK Jr. says he's open to the progressive pipe dream of seizing drug patents Robert F. Kennedy Jr. last week indicated he'd consider authorizing the government to seize the patents of high-priced medicines from manufacturers and share them with other drugmakers as a way to force down costs. NYT Uses Anonymous Terrorist Sources For Latest Deep State Hit On Tulsi Gabbard The smear, conveniently timed before her Senate hearing, accuses Gabbard of a secret Hezbollah meeting in 2017 — an absurd claim slammed by national security experts as deep state sabotage. Report: Tillis reversed course on Hegseth vote after reported deal with accuser Sen. Tillis voted to confirm Hegseth despite reportedly telling his ex sister-in-law her testimony about alleged abuse could sway Republican senators. Tillis cited due diligence for the change of heart, but it was likely a self-preservation move as he's up for re-election next year. Politics... Trump's 300 Executive Actions Made His First Week The Most Consequential In Presidential History Trump's supporters have optimism. The man who beat every unfair fight in the last eight years is on track to keep his promises to them. Reuters/Ipsos poll: Trump approval dips after first week Trump's approval went from 47% to 45%, with public support split on his executive orders. Downsizing government and a hiring freeze are popular, but moves like pardoning January 6 protesters, ending birthright citizenship, and renaming the Gulf of Mexico face widespread opposition. From Florida To Texas, 'Red State' Republicans Are Subverting 'America First' Priorities Across The Country Despite winning on an "America First" agenda, GOP leaders in Florida, Texas, and other red states are watering down conservative policies, blocking stronger immigration enforcement, and cutting deals with Democrats — undermining both Trump and their own voters. Ocasio-Cortez claims Trump cut Medicare payments 'for millions' "Trump is holding all the nation's hospitals and vital services hostage to seize power from Congress and hand it over to billionaires," she claimed on social media. The White House said there was a temporary outage in the payment system. Immigration... White House says all illegal aliens in the US are criminals White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters Tuesday that all illegal aliens are criminals because they illegally entered the United States. Crossing the border illegally IS a crime "Overstaying a visa is a civil infraction. But crossing illegally is, in fact, a crime. It is a misdemeanor under 8 USC 1325. And illegal re-entry after deportation is a felony, if prosecuted." Trump Proved Democrats Want A Permanent Underclass Of Illegal Migrants To Exploit You're now angrier at the poor people chasing a lie than the people who created the fable for them to believe in. It's A War: Trump Takes On Cartels In Fight To Restore America's Borders Officials are warning of roadside explosives found on roadways around Tamaulipas, Mexico, just across the border from Brownsville, Texas. The bombs reportedly are the work of drug cartels, according to multiple media outlets. Trump Name-Drops Nicolas Cage Movie To Defend Handcuffing Illegal Aliens During Deportation Flights The president referenced Cage's 1997 action flick "Con-Air." Quakers sue to stop ICE arrests, say churches must be sanctuaries The Quakers said some illegal aliens will be too afraid to show up for meetings if they fear arrest, which would deny them their right to practice their religion. Law firm advises schools to 'destroy' student immigration records to thwart Trump's deportation efforts: Report "One simple measure would be to limit the type of information that schools retain," the email stated. "Avoid asking about the citizenship or immigration status of students or their parents or guardians for any reason." Massachusetts illegal immigrant paroled after murder grabbed by ICE at jail ICE scooped up a convicted murderer who was paroled after serving only 17 years of a life sentence. Illegal migrant busted on Long Island for trying to lure 11-year-old girl into his car with candy Galo Macasfreire, 38, of Ecuador, was arraigned in Suffolk County District Court on a charge of felony attempted kidnapping. COVID... Matt Taibbi tells Tucker Carlson why Biden's pardon for Fauci could help bring curtain down on COVID cover-up Taibbi told Carlson that in this time of revelation and reopened investigations, Biden's strategic blunder could ultimately prove to be what forces Anthony Fauci to spill the beans. Refugee awarded by Tim Walz pleads guilty to role in giant COVID-related fraud scheme Ayan Farah Abukar, previously awarded by the Walz administration for her community work, admitted to misappropriating $5.7 million in federal child nutrition funds intended to feed underserved children during the pandemic. Israel... White House: Biden allotted $50M for Gaza condoms, ex-Biden official denies claim Trump's press secretary says the expenditure, which would amount to over 80% of USAID spending on contraceptives in 2023, was uncovered by the budget office and Elon Musk-led DOGE. US backs Israel's decision to cut ties with UNRWA U.S. envoy Dorothy Shea backs the decision, urging an independent probe into alleged misuse of UNRWA schools and clinics. Senate Democrats block legislation to sanction ICC over Israel arrest warrants John Fetterman is the lone Democrat to vote to advance the bill, which the House already approved. Ukraine - Russia... US sending dozens of Patriot missiles from Israel to Ukraine The U.S. military transferred around 90 Patriot air defense interceptors from storage in Israel to Poland this week in order to deliver them to Ukraine. NY Times: Many Ukrainian Aid Groups Stop Work After Trump's Halt on Foreign Assistance The Trump administration's orders have sent a chill through humanitarian organizations in Ukraine, which depend heavily on such assistance.

China... Chip Roy introduces key bill protecting American land from CCP influence Rep. Chip Roy introduced legislation Tuesday that would bar members of the Chinese Communist Party from purchasing land in the United States, according to the bill text obtained exclusively by Blaze News. Defense Department, NIH still doing 'cruel' dog experiments with 'problematic' Chinese labs, GOP lawmakers and watchdog say Pharmaron, a Chinese biotech firm, is currently testing pharmaceuticals on up to 300 beagles per week to learn how to better treat neurological disorders, with the help of U.S. taxpayer funding from the DOD and NIH. Europe... Denmark announces $2 billion plan to boost Arctic security Denmark's defense minister has announced a deal with the governments of the Faroe Islands and Greenland to boost surveillance capacity and sovereignty assertion. The move comes as the U.S., Russia, and China circle. South America... Colombia's President Refutes Rumors He Wrote Anti-Trump Rant While He Was Drunk The Colombian president issued the comments after local journalists and politicians questioned Petro's sobriety at the time he posted the roughly 3:41 a.m. (local time) tweet that sparked the diplomatic crisis with the United States. Entertainment... Trump's border czar responds to Selena Gomez following her viral video crying about deportations of illegal aliens "I met with hundreds of angel moms and dads who are separated from their children because they buried them because they were killed by illegal aliens. We got half a million children who were sex-trafficked into this country. ... Where's the tears for them?" Marvel Star Responds To Backlash, Says He's 'A Proud American' Actor Anthony Mackie said he's "a proud American" as he responded to backlash after he said he didn't believe "the term America" was one of the things that represented the superhero Captain America, who represents things like "honor, dignity, and integrity." 'Legally Blonde' Star Recalls Being Chosen As Jury Foreman Reese Witherspoon recalled one time she was chosen as jury foreman after people really believed she went to law school because of her role in the hit 2001 movie "Legally Blonde." 'Sad' Madonna Posts Cleavage Instead of Teasing White House Bombing at Start of Trump Admin Madonna, the left-wing pop star who's now old enough to collect Medicare, took time in between face surgeries to attempt to inspire a tattered "Trump Resistance" with a post on X urging her followers, "Don't give up the fight!" 489-Pound Rapper Sues Lyft After Driver Allegedly Denies Her Ride The rapper claimed the driver pulled up in a Mercedes Benz but then proceeded to lock the doors and attempt to drive away after he saw her. The driver could be heard in the video telling Demoss that his tires wouldn't be able to handle the weight.

Media... Trump Admin Welcomes 'New Media' Into White House Press Corps White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt gave her first press briefing of Trump's second term on Tuesday and announced a "new media seat" for bloggers, podcasters, social media influencers, and others to apply. After 4 Years Of Failure, White House Press Corps Does Complete 180 Under Trump Gone are the lids before lunch, softball questions, and press secretaries treated like celebrities — Trump's administration is making independent media a priority while legacy outlets scramble to adapt. Jake Tapper Aghast When Trump Adviser Points Out Gov't Workers Are Often 'Far Left' "We looked at USAID as an example: 98%, 98% of the workforce donated to either Kamala Harris or another left-wing candidate, just as an example." Tapper responded, "OK, but you're demonizing an entire workforce!"

LGBTQIA2S+... Trump bans taxpayer funding of child sex changes "My Order directs Agencies to use every available means to cut off Federal financial participation in institutions which seek to provide these barbaric medical procedures." LGBT Groups Silent About Scott Bessent's Historic Confirmation Trump's Treasury secretary became the highest-ranking openly gay official to be confirmed by the Senate. Pete Buttigieg Reportedly Considering Run for US Senate in Michigan Buttigieg is reportedly considering running for the U.S. Senate in Michigan after Sen. Gary Peters announced he would not run for re-election in 2026.

Education... Education Department takes wrecking ball to DEI on Trump's orders: 'Glorious sight to behold' "These actions are in line with President Trump's ongoing commitment to end illegal discrimination and wasteful spending across the federal government," read the statement. High school coach hung Palestinian flag, refused to shake hands during basketball game against Jewish school The Lotus coach was suspended after the game for brandishing the flag.

AI... How DeepSeek Built On AI's Innovation Debt Innovation, at its core, is about taking what exists and transforming it into something greater. But where do we draw the line between borrowing, stealing, and inventing? China's DeepSeek sparks similar national security and ethics concerns that triggered TikTok ban DeepSeek's terms of service says all user data is stored "in secure servers located in the People's Republic of China," and it automatically collects the users' personal data.

Science... Trump tasks Elon Musk, SpaceX to bring stranded NASA astronauts back after 'Biden administration left them there so long' "The @POTUS has asked @SpaceX to bring home the 2 astronauts stranded on the @SpaceStation as soon as possible. We will do so," Musk said on X Tuesday evening.

Sports... Ex-Head of NFL Officiating Denies Conspiracy to Get Chiefs into Super Bowl Dean Blandino said that even if there were such a scheme, the league would not be able to keep it a secret. "Someone somewhere would slip up, and it would get out," he told TMZ. Jerry Jones Compares Owning the Cowboys to 'Smiles and Glory Holes' Apparently, his use of "glory hole" refers to an old mining term for hitting a rich gold deposit. But in modern times, it has a very, very, very different meaning.

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